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03-15-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,146
Posted By rydabent

Here in Lincoln Ne, a large percentage of the...

Here in Lincoln Ne, a large percentage of the bikes and trikes I see on the bike trails are now electric. The good thing about this is if you look at some of the people riding, if it wasnt for...
03-15-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 12,549
Posted By rydabent

After he spends 50 years in jail for killing 2...

After he spends 50 years in jail for killing 2 other human beings, we can talk about forgiveness. His stupid action turned him into a felon.
03-15-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 3,406
Posted By rydabent

Not all Uber drivers have room for a bike in...

Not all Uber drivers have room for a bike in their vehicles.
03-15-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 3,406
Posted By rydabent

Or maybe just a lazy guy. As far as mechanics go...

Or maybe just a lazy guy. As far as mechanics go a bicycle is an incredibly simple machine for for a good technician.
03-15-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 3,406
Posted By rydabent

Well if indeed someone had a copier on their...

Well if indeed someone had a copier on their bike, I could probably fix it. An excellent technician can pretty much figure out how to repair many different kinds of machines.
03-14-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 3,406
Posted By rydabent

Two type of cyclist I just dont understand.

Here in the snowbelt in the winter, I watch a lot of videos of trail rides all over the country. I see two types of cyclist on these rides. One is the rider that has No visible trace of tubes. patch...
03-12-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 10,246
Posted By rydabent

The great thing about being a casual rider is...

The great thing about being a casual rider is that you dont have to CONFORM to ANY of the rules "real cyclist" claim you have to. Simply ride any bike or trike the way you want to, wearing anything...
03-10-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 424
Posted By rydabent

By all means put a rear view mirror on your bike...

By all means put a rear view mirror on your bike or trike. When I hear a car behind me, I watch them like a hawk, that they are going to pass safely. It could be some loon on his smart phone...
03-10-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 5,511
Posted By rydabent

Light weight high priced bikes are of a concern...

Light weight high priced bikes are of a concern to those that race. For the rest of us a fairly good quality bike will serve us just fine.
03-09-24, 07:46 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,824
Posted By rydabent

As with so many times criminal courts do not hand...

As with so many times criminal courts do not hand out justice at all. The family needs to sue in civil court to get justice.

Oh and the DA needs to be fired for asking for such a ignorant trivial...
03-08-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 1,842
Posted By rydabent

WD-40 is not a lube just like wax is not a lube. ...

WD-40 is not a lube just like wax is not a lube. Wipe the chain down, oil each link, and spin the crank. Then wipe off the excess. Then wipe down the chain before every ride. Re-lube when the...
02-27-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,829
Posted By rydabent

Remember when Sears use to adv their products as ...

Remember when Sears use to adv their products as Good, Better, and Best.? Almost always the "better" was the best deal between cost and serviceablilty.
02-25-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,477
Posted By rydabent

The racer boyz can wear what they want. However...

The racer boyz can wear what they want. However with is wrong with us recreational cyclist just wearing T-shirts, and low cost shorts. We save a lot of money, and we are not out to impress anyone...
02-23-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,477
Posted By rydabent

I still ride in shorts and T-shirts. Why pay a...

I still ride in shorts and T-shirts. Why pay a fortune for a kit, just because some think that is the thing to do.
02-18-24, 03:02 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,477
Posted By rydabent

However give all the old guys in Spandex a couple...

However give all the old guys in Spandex a couple of points for being out there, and not laying around on the couch.
02-18-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,213
Posted By rydabent

If you research this, Fla does have the highest...

If you research this, Fla does have the highest bike deaths per 100,000.
02-12-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,922
Posted By rydabent

Im 85 and I say it is mostly genetics. I was...

Im 85 and I say it is mostly genetics. I was never a racer, or thot speed on a bike was the holy grail. However I still hammer up small hills, and being in the snow belt go to the gym and ride bike...
02-12-24, 04:05 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,887
Posted By rydabent

Now is the time to prepare for summer riding.

Feb is the month for those of us in the snow belt to get our bikes and trikes ready for the summer riding season. It is time to grease and lube all the bearings, and go over the whole bike and check...
02-06-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 480
Views: 19,433
Posted By rydabent

Going back to friction shifters would be like...

Going back to friction shifters would be like getting rid of starters on a car and going back to the "simple" hand crank.
02-02-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,477
Posted By rydabent

Well, red of course, just like superman.

Well, red of course, just like superman.
Forum: Recumbent
01-28-24, 11:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,153
Posted By rydabent

Well if you have a 27 inch back tire and and 20...

Well if you have a 27 inch back tire and and 20 inch fronts, you are always riding down hill, That makes riding easier!!!! :)
01-23-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,170
Posted By rydabent

Give him credit for trying!!!

Give him credit for trying!!!
01-15-24, 11:53 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 7,305
Posted By rydabent

Im 85, and look and feel like Im 65. I feel very...

Im 85, and look and feel like Im 65. I feel very fortunate. In the summer time I ride anywhere from 20 to 35 miles every other day.

My doctor even tells me I am in the 99th percentile for an 85...
01-15-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,590
Posted By rydabent

Why not just use plain old kerosene. There is no...

Why not just use plain old kerosene. There is no way it can hurt metal.
01-12-24, 09:26 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 20,477
Posted By rydabent

I agree, that is why at 85 I wear regular...

I agree, that is why at 85 I wear regular T-shirts, and rugby shorts. And the good deal here is that fact that neither one costs over $15. And further, I really dont care one whit what people think...
Forum: Recumbent
09-09-23, 08:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,833
Posted By rydabent

But the thing is most bent and trike riders dont...

But the thing is most bent and trike riders dont usually ride with "fast riders". We tend to be the more calm enjoy the ride and scenery types.

However is you want to ride with fast riders, put a...
Forum: Recumbent
09-09-23, 08:41 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 778
Posted By rydabent

Pre ride check

Everyone knows that a pilot has a pre flight check list. Cyclist should have one too. On the last ride, if anything was detected wrong, it should have already been taken care of. But before the...
Forum: Recumbent
09-03-23, 06:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,833
Posted By rydabent

The fact remain that there so many advantages to...

The fact remain that there so many advantages to riding a trike, especially in town, they cant be ignored. Comfort, view, and no clipping in and out are at the top of the list. Being able to go as...
Forum: Recumbent
08-25-23, 01:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 706
Posted By rydabent

trikers are good citizens

Trikers are good citizens. When riding on streets when a see a nail, screw, or a small bolt that could cause a flat tire on a car or a bike, I reach down and pick it up. Setting as low as we do on...
Forum: Recumbent
05-16-23, 02:52 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,066
Posted By rydabent

But Lincoln has 130 miles of hard surface hiker...

But Lincoln has 130 miles of hard surface hiker biker trails. There is even one right thru the down town that is a protected path, with its own traffic light signals.
03-13-23, 01:06 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 5,982
Posted By rydabent

I am surprised you can post all your personal...

I am surprised you can post all your personal attacks on me considering the placement of your head. Are all people from New England as annoying as you are****************************** Or is it...
03-10-23, 11:29 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 8,694
Posted By rydabent

That is great advice for all the would be racer...

That is great advice for all the would be racer boyz!!!
03-10-23, 11:21 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 8,694
Posted By rydabent

That is great advice for all the would be racer...

That is great advice for all the would be racer boyz!!!
03-10-23, 09:53 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 8,694
Posted By rydabent

Just so everyone knows

A vast number of threads on this forum would make everyone think that speed is the holy grail of cycling. I contend it is not. I say that the vast majority of cyclist just ride for the enjoyment...
Forum: Recumbent
03-06-23, 03:33 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,066
Posted By rydabent

With a trike, you can stop and smell the roses...

With a trike, you can stop and smell the roses WITHOUT putting a foot down. That is one of the great pluses of riding a trike. You stay clipped in and can ride straight off without wobbling around...
03-06-23, 03:29 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,329
Posted By rydabent

Probably the best answer is to ride solo. You...

Probably the best answer is to ride solo. You are in total control, and can ride as fast or slow as you feel like.
02-20-23, 01:10 PM
Replies: 841
Views: 26,783
Posted By rydabent

How about wax is a good lube for a bicycle chain.

How about wax is a good lube for a bicycle chain.
02-18-23, 08:34 AM
Replies: 841
Views: 26,783
Posted By rydabent

You are not a cyclist unless you wear a $500 kit,...

You are not a cyclist unless you wear a $500 kit, and ride a $5000 kit as fast as you can.

IMO anyone of any age that pedals a 1, 2, 3, or 4 wheeled machine is cyclist, no matter the price of...
02-16-23, 04:24 PM
Replies: 341
Views: 15,194
Posted By rydabent

While not a perfect triangle, they are what I was...

While not a perfect triangle, they are what I was talking about. And notice there is not much metal in the area of the rim hook where the tire bead latches on to the rim.

Then----------remember...
02-15-23, 04:28 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,732
Posted By rydabent

For those that wax, I heard that unicorn ear wax...

For those that wax, I heard that unicorn ear wax is at the top of the heap.
02-15-23, 04:25 PM
Replies: 180
Views: 10,692
Posted By rydabent

My chain is not hairy, why would I wax it.

My chain is not hairy, why would I wax it.
02-14-23, 12:59 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,390
Posted By rydabent

On a sidewalk or MUP that is congested a cyclist...

On a sidewalk or MUP that is congested a cyclist SHOULD NOT be riding 10 to 15 mph or more. Respect the rights of others.
02-14-23, 12:52 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,089
Posted By rydabent

If one of those scum is arrested, they should be...

If one of those scum is arrested, they should be charged with attempted murder. Then splash the fact a judge sentenced them to 40 years in jail all over the media. That might slow down that...
02-09-23, 03:01 PM
Replies: 380
Views: 15,590
Posted By rydabent

But but you tell me that DF riders NEVER stare...

But but you tell me that DF riders NEVER stare down at their front wheel or the ground right in front of them!!!! I guess you are admitting that they do ride all hunched over trying to be as aero as...
02-07-23, 11:00 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 10,692
Posted By rydabent

For those that wax their chain, I have a...

For those that wax their chain, I have a question. If you think wax is a lube, what other machines that you know of uses wax as a lube??
02-07-23, 10:43 AM
Replies: 380
Views: 15,590
Posted By rydabent

It looks to me that this is a case of trying to...

It looks to me that this is a case of trying to save weight by buying a bike with a way too small of a frame. Then to make up for the small frame, a way too long of a seat post was used.
02-04-23, 09:13 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,150
Posted By rydabent

I lay much of this at the door step of todays...

I lay much of this at the door step of todays society. It is absolutely the "ME" generation, and anyone that get in their way should be hated. It is not just cyclist.
02-02-23, 11:50 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,869
Posted By rydabent

Good news

Three of the four really rotten cold months of winter are over, and there is only 44 days till spring.

That means about the middle of the month I will get my trike down from the hooks on the...
01-26-23, 11:42 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 6,709
Posted By rydabent

How about just riding with the cadence that feels...

How about just riding with the cadence that feels right at the time and place?
01-21-23, 10:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 814
Posted By rydabent

With all the sites and monuments to see in DC,...

With all the sites and monuments to see in DC, yes there should absolutely be more bike lanes and trails.
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