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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-23, 12:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,377
Posted By daihard

If you'd like to continue using the clipless...

If you'd like to continue using the clipless system, I would suggest you consider the SPD pedals / cleats. The SPD cleats allow you to unclip by both inward and outward twists, so in your case, you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-23, 07:24 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,628
Posted By daihard

This agrees with you. In his comparison, drops...

This agrees with you. In his comparison, drops and bullhorns get the same score.

https://youtu.be/UNNm0OTTjGU?si=hz9R-gfLNDXHS-J4&t=736
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-23, 07:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 902
Posted By daihard

Thank you for all the great advice, everyone! Let...

Thank you for all the great advice, everyone! Let me address this particular reply o clarify my situation and share with you what I believe I should do now.



Yes, I take the lane exactly...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-23, 09:59 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 536,041
Posted By daihard

Looks very nice. Is it a custom bike?

Looks very nice. Is it a custom bike?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-23, 10:00 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,656
Posted By daihard

You guessed it. I volunteer for Seattle...

You guessed it. I volunteer for Seattle Neighborhood Greenways (https://www.seattlegreenways.org), which works with the city as part of our safety advocacy work.

Dawn said it at one of the town...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-23, 09:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 568
Posted By daihard

Thanks guys! I will most definitely get the...

Thanks guys! I will most definitely get the Endurance when my current bottle runs out.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-23, 12:33 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,656
Posted By daihard

I always unclip my left foot, too. That's most...

I always unclip my left foot, too. That's most natural for me as I always mount / dismount from the left. I cliip my right footin as I get on the bike, and it usually stays clipped until I dismonut.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-23, 05:31 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 536,041
Posted By daihard

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Fritz Hedges Waterway Park on the north side of Lake Union, Seattle, WA
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-23, 10:02 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,036
Posted By daihard

Couldn't agree more. I didn't know any better...

Couldn't agree more. I didn't know any better when I bought my first road bike, so despite my height (5' 5") and inseam (29 in), I was stuck with a 440mm handlebar and a 90mm stem, which came with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-23, 04:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 264
Posted By daihard

Thank you so much! I feel stupid. I pulled them...

Thank you so much! I feel stupid. I pulled them again, and after a bit of struggle they both came off. :bang:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-23, 10:18 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,624
Posted By daihard

My personal experience in the Seattle city limit...

My personal experience in the Seattle city limit is similar to yours. I feel that more drivers are aware of and pay more attention to people biking around them today than 10 years ago. My gut...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-23, 11:04 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,624
Posted By daihard

And the flip side of the coin is, your behaviour,...

And the flip side of the coin is, your behaviour, no matter how "good" or "legal" or "considerate," will most likely not change that negativity towards the cyclists in general.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-23, 03:19 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,624
Posted By daihard

This is said about cyclists but rarely (if ever)...

This is said about cyclists but rarely (if ever) about motorists.[/QUOTE]

I finally read the OP, and that's exactly what I thought.

I don't represent the cycling community. Nore does anyone...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-23, 02:54 PM
Replies: 250
Views: 9,848
Posted By daihard

Totally agreed. In my personal experience, I ride...

Totally agreed. In my personal experience, I ride just as fast and as carefully on my Tern HSD,as on my road bike. In fact, I tend to ride much slower when I have my daughter on the back of the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-07-23, 05:34 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,953
Posted By daihard

I was wondering about that myself after reading...

I was wondering about that myself after reading this. Glad someone else feels the same. My wild guess is that doing so would take away the excitement of watching the top contenders sprint for the win...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-07-23, 05:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 847
Posted By daihard

In my experience, both REI and Performance...

In my experience, both REI and Performance Bicycle are good online retailers. I typically use them when they have stuff I'm interested in on sale.

That said, I try to patronize my LBS whenever...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-30-23, 08:10 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 6,432
Posted By daihard

I just bought a pair of Transit Regster SPD...

I just bought a pair of Transit Regster SPD sandals from Performance Bicycle. Theyŕe pretty comfortable as cycling sandals. For $36 it was money well spent....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-29-23, 07:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,689
Posted By daihard

One spacer can make a huge difference...

I had two spacers on my headset for a while. I was able to ride long distance comfortably with this handlebar position. But in the back of my mind, I wanted to lower the handlebar further. I thought...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-28-23, 12:58 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 6,432
Posted By daihard

It's the same for me. My feet being securely...

It's the same for me. My feet being securely attached to the pedals makes the ride much more comfortable, especially when riding out of the saddle.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-23, 07:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 944
Posted By daihard

Here's one. ...

Here's one.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Long_Riders!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-23-23, 02:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,379
Posted By daihard

As the OP, I feel responsible to answer... ...

As the OP, I feel responsible to answer...
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-23, 12:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,039
Posted By daihard

Thank you both! One (hopefully) last...

Thank you both!

One (hopefully) last question. I'd assume it's okay to have two chainrings from different brands. Am I correct?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-23, 12:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,039
Posted By daihard

Thank you! That had never occurred to me, but...

Thank you! That had never occurred to me, but you're right. I can see why a 30T chainring would be too small for a 110mm BCD.

For the refrerence, my current crank is the Praxis Alba M30 (5 arm...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-23-23, 10:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,379
Posted By daihard

Discovery: Camelbak Podium Chill (or its cap)

I've always used water bottles I got free. Like at Bike Everywhere Day booths and such. They work okay so I never thought about paying for one. I must admit, I was missing out.

While at REI last...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-23, 09:57 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,581
Posted By daihard

You mean, exercising at the gym can be fun? :p

You mean, exercising at the gym can be fun? :p
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-23, 02:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 774
Posted By daihard

Riding a bicycle has definitely changed how I...

Riding a bicycle has definitely changed how I drive. Not that I drive a whole lot lately, but when I do, I always look out for other, non-driving road users to make sure I don't compromise their...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-23, 04:07 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,228
Posted By daihard

They have a chamois just like any other bicycle...

They have a chamois just like any other bicycle shorts.
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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-30-23, 12:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,967
Posted By daihard

Here in WA, the Safe Stop law only allows people...

Here in WA, the Safe Stop law only allows people on bike to treat stop signs as yield signs. In other words, we're still legally required to stop and wait at red lights. I'm not sure what the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-23, 05:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,967
Posted By daihard

Let me add that the mandatory helmet law was...

Let me add that the mandatory helmet law was repealed mainly because it was found to have been disproportionally applied to POC. I believe they made the right call to repeal it. I also like the new...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-22-23, 03:11 PM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 479,496
Posted By daihard

That's the big part, in addition to the network...

That's the big part, in addition to the network of safe bike infrastructure (including Dutch intersections).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NpVncWxyMJw&t=3s
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-23, 02:13 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 3,860
Posted By daihard

Sadly, that's true. That's what is discussed in...

Sadly, that's true. That's what is discussed in the video, too.

The term "cyclist" has another connotation, which is that you ride a bile as a sport and/or for recreation/fitness. That may also...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-23, 10:03 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 679
Posted By daihard

Seattle, WA. There are parts of the city where...

Seattle, WA. There are parts of the city where it's difficult, if not impossible, to get around without a car. When my wife and I bought our current home, we made sure it was near major bus routes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-23, 05:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 679
Posted By daihard

I'd say 85-90 per cent of my trips are made by...

I'd say 85-90 per cent of my trips are made by bike. The rest is by foot or public transit. My family owns a car, but I drive no more than a few times a year, if at all.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-23, 09:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,011
Posted By daihard

FWIW, the "Mamachari" are the Japanese equivalent...

FWIW, the "Mamachari" are the Japanese equivalent of the Dutch-style step-through bicycles. They can certainly be used to haul cargo and children, but they're not what people in North America...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-15-23, 07:45 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,288
Posted By daihard

We keep our three bikes in the garage, along with...

We keep our three bikes in the garage, along with all the tools. If someone wants to visit us by bike, they'll be welcome to park their bike there.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-11-23, 11:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,559
Posted By daihard

I can only speak to Japan in Asia, but cycling...

I can only speak to Japan in Asia, but cycling there is ANYTHING but vehicular cycling. In fact, most people who bike for transport/utliity use the sidewalks where available. Recreational cyclists...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-23, 12:13 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,871
Posted By daihard

I truly appreciate your effort to treat our...

I truly appreciate your effort to treat our unhoused neighbours as humans. Thank you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 09:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,716
Posted By daihard

Just wanted to comment. I think you've made a...

Just wanted to comment. I think you've made a great decision. What's most important in cycling is that you're comfortable on your bike. Glad you've found a bike that fits you well.

Just FWIW, I'm...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 04:31 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,871
Posted By daihard

Yeah, kinda like driving a family sedan on the...

Yeah, kinda like driving a family sedan on the weekend vs driving a racing car.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 03:54 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,871
Posted By daihard

I'm like you. This YouTube video takes a...

I'm like you.

This YouTube video takes a deep dive into the difference between "cyclists (wielrenners)" and "people who ride bikes (fietsers)", and how it does not make sense to make that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-23, 02:00 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 6,841
Posted By daihard

Exactly this. We should focus on behaviour rather...

Exactly this. We should focus on behaviour rather than equipment.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-23, 10:50 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 6,841
Posted By daihard

I typically wave at other people when I ride in...

I typically wave at other people when I ride in my neighbourhood, whether they're families taking a walk or people on bikes (including e-bikes). I have no reason to distinguish non-electric bikes and...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-23, 10:24 AM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,198,739
Posted By daihard

The Magene S3 speed/cadence sensor. Using it as a...

The Magene S3 speed/cadence sensor. Using it as a speed sensor with the Wahoo mobile app.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-27-23, 05:12 PM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 479,496
Posted By daihard

Thanks everyone for the (mostly) helpful...

Thanks everyone for the (mostly) helpful insights.

I have decided to buy her a new helmet. She'll be 3 in a few weeks, so it is going to be one of her birghday presents. Judging from the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-19-23, 05:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,559
Posted By daihard

Because no-one has tried to promote VC at least...

Because no-one has tried to promote VC at least in a few months?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-18-23, 10:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,559
Posted By daihard

I happened to watch the video a few days ago. It...

I happened to watch the video a few days ago. It is well aligned with my personal belief, which is to promote cycling as a viable means of transportation, and to build safe infrastructure that...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-23, 05:31 PM
Replies: 21,339
Views: 5,198,739
Posted By daihard

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Finally gone tubeless.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-23, 05:26 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 6,361
Posted By daihard

This is a timly thread for me. I have been happy...

This is a timly thread for me. I have been happy with the Continental GP 4-Seasons for several years. One big reason I stayed with them was because Conti had no tubeless equivalent... until now. I've...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-23, 09:02 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,453
Posted By daihard

These are the bikes I have. I take the road bike...

These are the bikes I have. I take the road bike most of the time, including commuting, runing errands, meeting friends, etc. I also ride the cargo e-bike when I need to take our daughter to daycare,...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-18-23, 08:38 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 17,610
Posted By daihard

That's very close to my line of thought. I bike...

That's very close to my line of thought. I bike for a few reasons/purposes, but the most important aspect of biking to me is that it's a great mode of transportation, both for myself and my family....
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