Commuter Bicycle Pics
09-17-14 | 07:25 AM
always rides with luggage
Joined: Feb 2005
Posts: 2,109
Likes: 20
From: KIGX
Bikes: 2007 Trek SU100, 2009 Fantom CX, 2012 Fantom Cross Uno, Bakfiets
Surly CrossCheck, 60cm, Dark Dirty Blue, and Retroshift CX-2 (9sp, short pull for road/canti).
Not sure if you're making fun of me because I drop my links to my CrossCheck build and Retroshift review all over BF with reckless self-promotion, but there ya go...
(And yes, bigben is correct, Retroshift recently changed their company name to Gevenalle, apparently it means "Give [it/your] all" in Dutch)
Not sure if you're making fun of me because I drop my links to my CrossCheck build and Retroshift review all over BF with reckless self-promotion, but there ya go...
(And yes, bigben is correct, Retroshift recently changed their company name to Gevenalle, apparently it means "Give [it/your] all" in Dutch)
At least I got the new Dutch name right.
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--Ben
2006 Trek SU100, 2009 Motobecane Fantom CX, 2011 Motobecane Fantom Cross Uno, and a Bakfiets
Previously: 2000 Trek 4500 (2000-2003), 2003 Novara Randonee (2003-2006), 2003 Giant Rainier (2003-2008), 2005 Xootr Swift (2005-2007), 2007 Nashbar 1x9 (2007-2011), 2011 Windsor Shetland (2011-2014), 2008 Citizen Folder (2015)
Non-Bike hardware: MX Linux / BunsenLabs Linux / Raspbian / Mac OS 10.6 / Android 7
--Ben
2006 Trek SU100, 2009 Motobecane Fantom CX, 2011 Motobecane Fantom Cross Uno, and a Bakfiets
Previously: 2000 Trek 4500 (2000-2003), 2003 Novara Randonee (2003-2006), 2003 Giant Rainier (2003-2008), 2005 Xootr Swift (2005-2007), 2007 Nashbar 1x9 (2007-2011), 2011 Windsor Shetland (2011-2014), 2008 Citizen Folder (2015)
Non-Bike hardware: MX Linux / BunsenLabs Linux / Raspbian / Mac OS 10.6 / Android 7
09-17-14 | 07:46 AM
one life on two wheels
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 2,552
Likes: 24
From: St. Petersburg, FL
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09-17-14 | 09:05 AM
Senior Member
Joined: Aug 2003
Posts: 645
Likes: 5
From: Brooklyn
Agreed, I have fit a similar amount of gear in my two bags. I have used them for a few weeks now and they are a good deal at twice the price. In fact, I saw these exact bags at performance bike the other day for $120... a piece! Anyone on the fence about those bags should jump on it before they are gone.
[MENTION=7160]brooklyn[/MENTION] I tried to respond to your PM but I cannot write PMs on this forum until I have 50 posts! Hopefully you see this reply. The magnet system works like a charm and was super easy to install on my rack. I made the mistake of purchasing the universal mount magnet in addition to the bags thinking it wasn't included, it is. The bags come with everything you need to get them setup on most racks. They even come with an extra set of plastic tube mounts in case you have larger diameter tubing on your rack.
[MENTION=7160]brooklyn[/MENTION] I tried to respond to your PM but I cannot write PMs on this forum until I have 50 posts! Hopefully you see this reply. The magnet system works like a charm and was super easy to install on my rack. I made the mistake of purchasing the universal mount magnet in addition to the bags thinking it wasn't included, it is. The bags come with everything you need to get them setup on most racks. They even come with an extra set of plastic tube mounts in case you have larger diameter tubing on your rack.
09-17-14 | 09:17 AM
Bicycle Repair Man !!!
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 27,266
Likes: 150
From: YEG
Bikes: See my sig...
Winter here is more than long enough and the Apex is hella fun to ride anywhere... it curbs out at a little under 23 pounds and when my commute takes me through the river valley it just eats up the trails and climbs well with it's 1 by 8 drive.
It is also an excellent urban assault vehicle... our roads can sometimes leave a little to be desired.
It is also an excellent urban assault vehicle... our roads can sometimes leave a little to be desired.
09-17-14 | 10:01 AM
bill nyecycles
Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 3,333
Likes: 359
From: Houston TX
Surly CrossCheck, 60cm, Dark Dirty Blue, and Retroshift CX-2 (9sp, short pull for road/canti).
Not sure if you're making fun of me because I drop my links to my CrossCheck build and Retroshift review all over BF with reckless self-promotion, but there ya go...
(And yes, bigben is correct, Retroshift recently changed their company name to Gevenalle, apparently it means "Give [it/your] all" in Dutch)
Not sure if you're making fun of me because I drop my links to my CrossCheck build and Retroshift review all over BF with reckless self-promotion, but there ya go...
(And yes, bigben is correct, Retroshift recently changed their company name to Gevenalle, apparently it means "Give [it/your] all" in Dutch)
Not making fun. I wanted to know. I think i've seen the review before actually, when I was searching for info on brakes and shifters for my commuter rebuild. I think I might bookmark it this time lol
thanks!
09-17-14 | 10:19 AM
Senior Member
Joined: Apr 2010
Posts: 2,014
Likes: 0
From: Nanaimo, BC
Bikes: 1997 Kona Hahana Race Light, 2010 Surly LHT(deceased), 1999 Rocky Mountain Turbo
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09-17-14 | 08:50 PM
Let's Ride!
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 2,588
Likes: 42
From: Lexington, VA USA
Bikes: --2010 Jamis 650b1-- 2016 Cervelo R2-- 2018 Salsa Journeyman 650B
Just after riding home with my new fenders installed and a new chain. It was such a pleasant ride. shifting was precise and the bike was just quiet and smooth.
09-19-14 | 04:24 PM
Fork and spoon operator
Joined: Jun 2011
Posts: 577
Likes: 11
From: Hopkins, Minnesota
Bikes: 2013 Surly Crosscheck, 1990 Schwinn Impact, 1973 Schwinn Continental
I just finished this bike for my dad today. My parents retired recently and have wanted to start biking for trips around town. I fixed up a bike I found in the garbage for my mom a month or so ago. This one's an old Schwinn police bike I bought at a little bike shop in Maine a couple years ago. I replaced the original flat bars with used cruiser bars from my LBS, replaced all the cables and housings, and tuned it all up. It rides really nice! Eventually I'll put a rack or a basket on it, but when I finished this I'd had enough for the day.
09-21-14 | 12:48 PM
Senior Member
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 2,285
Likes: 1
From: Kherson, Ukraine
Bikes: Old steel GT's, for touring and commuting
09-21-14 | 06:29 PM
Senior Member
Joined: Apr 2011
Posts: 2,285
Likes: 1
From: Kherson, Ukraine
Bikes: Old steel GT's, for touring and commuting
09-21-14 | 08:10 PM
Velocommuter Commando
Joined: Nov 2007
Posts: 2,683
Likes: 38
From: Houston, Texas
Bikes: '88 Specialized Sirrus, '89 Alpine Monitor Pass, two '70 Raligh Twenties, '07 Schwinn Town & Country Trike, '07 Specialized Sirrus Hybrid
09-22-14 | 03:36 AM
Member
Joined: Sep 2014
Posts: 37
Likes: 0
Bikes: Hybrid Nishiki. Nothing spectacular.
Thule Commuter Pannier set
Some have asked what I think of my new Thule panniers. Let me just say that I am thoroughly in love with these bags! Prior to these, I had the Axiom Lasalles, which I also like, but the Thule bags seem to be of better quality and look so much better to me. Their functionality both on and off the bike is unmatched. The Thule bags are too narrow for distance touring, but are perfect for my daily commute. I can fit several books, a laptop, and a change of clothes, and my lunch. Depending on your bike and type of rack, some may have an issue with foot clearance. My rack is far enough back that this is not an issue for me. All in all, I would highly recommend them at twice the price I paid at bikebagshop.com.
Good Luck!
Some have asked what I think of my new Thule panniers. Let me just say that I am thoroughly in love with these bags! Prior to these, I had the Axiom Lasalles, which I also like, but the Thule bags seem to be of better quality and look so much better to me. Their functionality both on and off the bike is unmatched. The Thule bags are too narrow for distance touring, but are perfect for my daily commute. I can fit several books, a laptop, and a change of clothes, and my lunch. Depending on your bike and type of rack, some may have an issue with foot clearance. My rack is far enough back that this is not an issue for me. All in all, I would highly recommend them at twice the price I paid at bikebagshop.com.
Good Luck!
09-22-14 | 05:02 AM
bill nyecycles
Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 3,333
Likes: 359
From: Houston TX
nice! What kind of fork did you put on? And wheels/tires?
09-22-14 | 09:53 AM
Junior Member
Joined: Sep 2012
Posts: 16
Likes: 0
Thanks!!
To answer questions: Nashbar cx fork, vuelta corsa hd wheels (great value, very sturdy I hear) and panaracer pasela tires to start with. I actually decided with a brooks Cambium based on the look of the gumwall tires (didn't match as well as I'd hoped with saddle) .. or maybe that was the other way around? lol. Anyway, so far its great! Very comfortable. I actually have the one with the cutout but its not seen in the picture.
09-22-14 | 12:39 PM
bill nyecycles
Joined: Mar 2013
Posts: 3,333
Likes: 359
From: Houston TX
Thanks!!
To answer questions: Nashbar cx fork, vuelta corsa hd wheels (great value, very sturdy I hear) and panaracer pasela tires to start with. I actually decided with a brooks Cambium based on the look of the gumwall tires (didn't match as well as I'd hoped with saddle) .. or maybe that was the other way around? lol. Anyway, so far its great! Very comfortable. I actually have the one with the cutout but its not seen in the picture.
To answer questions: Nashbar cx fork, vuelta corsa hd wheels (great value, very sturdy I hear) and panaracer pasela tires to start with. I actually decided with a brooks Cambium based on the look of the gumwall tires (didn't match as well as I'd hoped with saddle) .. or maybe that was the other way around? lol. Anyway, so far its great! Very comfortable. I actually have the one with the cutout but its not seen in the picture.
I've toyed with the idea of putting a carbon fork on my cross check - but I had the hospital foam green one, and that black would not look good with it.
I don't think anyway.
You think it'd be ok for touring?
