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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-24, 10:31 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 2,413
Posted By ScottCommutes

Anybody care about secrecy on your bike?

One aspect of biking vs. other popular means of getting around is the relative secrecy it affords. You can easily and legally buy a nondescript bike in cash on a street corner without giving your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 627
Posted By ScottCommutes

Excellent points. I would add that when we had...

Excellent points. I would add that when we had astronauts driving around on the moon in their little rover at the limits of their "walk back" distance, this was a major engineering consideration.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-24, 09:49 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 3,389
Posted By ScottCommutes

God bless the rich people. They supply the used...

God bless the rich people. They supply the used market. Darn near every cool thing I own once belonged to someone wealthier than I.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-24, 09:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 10,408
Posted By ScottCommutes

Yes - I just reanimated a 22-year-old thread...

Yes - I just reanimated a 22-year-old thread because I was interested in the review.

I just bought one of these at a second hand store for my daughter to grow into. She's 8 and still riding a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 07:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 429
Posted By ScottCommutes

For any parent that has built stuff into the wee...

For any parent that has built stuff into the wee hours of Christmas morning, a bike that snaps together in seconds without tools is pretty appealing.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-30-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 641
Posted By ScottCommutes

On another related note, a few bigger and more...

On another related note, a few bigger and more complex intersections do not have enough time in the yellow phase to allow a cyclist who starting legally crossing at the end of the green to make it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 05:43 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,972
Posted By ScottCommutes

Actual safety can be very different from...

Actual safety can be very different from perceived safety. Sometimes something that looks or feels dangerous can be statistically very safe. Sometimes something that looks pretty safe can be...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-23-24, 12:55 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,811
Posted By ScottCommutes

You've kind of answered your own question. If...

You've kind of answered your own question. If you want to spend time discussing power, you will have more to say if you have a power meter. I would suggest that, as a noob, you focus on getting out...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 798
Posted By ScottCommutes

Besides every time I lose a ball bearing?

Besides every time I lose a ball bearing?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 09:26 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 799
Posted By ScottCommutes

Choose your poison. If you store them in the...

Choose your poison. If you store them in the house, the batteries will be happier. If you keep them in the garage, there is usually a fire-rated door and a fire-rated wall between the garage and the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 799
Posted By ScottCommutes

Not an e-biker - my knowledge is more about cars,...

Not an e-biker - my knowledge is more about cars, so perhaps somebody could help me out. Sometimes a car develops a parasitic drain on the battery that slowly bleeds the charge off of a perfectly...
Forum: Commuting
04-21-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,419
Posted By ScottCommutes

Tip #1 - I use my bike cable lock to help secure...

Tip #1 - I use my bike cable lock to help secure my crate to my bike when I'm riding. Once I had the bracket snap on my rack and dump my belongings all over the street.

Tip #2 - I 've used my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 02:19 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,259
Posted By ScottCommutes

Excellent post. I understand how it can be hard...

Excellent post. I understand how it can be hard to find a bike that works for you at 6' 4" tall. See what others say, but my hunch would be to replace the rear cassette and resize chain only. May...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-19-24, 04:29 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,407
Posted By ScottCommutes

There is always that sidewalk.

There is always that sidewalk.
Forum: Commuting
04-17-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 808
Posted By ScottCommutes

Fine idea - well within acceptable use of a bike...

Fine idea - well within acceptable use of a bike rack and likely to be safe there.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-16-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 6,929
Posted By ScottCommutes

As a driver, you should pay attention to the...

As a driver, you should pay attention to the world and drive at a speed such that you can come to a safe stop if something suddenly enters the roadway. It doesn't matter what it is - a pedestrian, a...
Forum: Commuting
04-16-24, 07:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 601
Posted By ScottCommutes

The problem I see in this post is not the bike...

The problem I see in this post is not the bike commuting or the rude old man. It's the sad fact that here in America you feel strongly enough that someone is going to break a commandment and steal...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 09:49 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,958
Posted By ScottCommutes

I would suggest something like this; ...

I would suggest something like this;
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-24, 07:28 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,280
Posted By ScottCommutes

Not a bad bike for free. I like the colors. ...

Not a bad bike for free. I like the colors.

The thing is, if you start throwing money at it, it's not free anymore. It's sort of a "white elephant" - something you get for free but struggle to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,314
Posted By ScottCommutes

Bob Dylan went electric back in 1965.

Bob Dylan went electric back in 1965.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-24, 11:08 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,244,248
Posted By ScottCommutes

My daughter is in second grade also. She is just...

My daughter is in second grade also. She is just starting to figure out shifting. I highly recommend switching to a twist shifter. These seem to be way easier, more intuitive, and more fun for...
Forum: Commuting
04-09-24, 09:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,383
Posted By ScottCommutes

I have a similar bike and have been doing a...

I have a similar bike and have been doing a shorter commute (19m/30Km) every day for about two years. I would suggest doing everything in your power to improve your efficiency on the bike. Get some...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-24, 09:36 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 3,520
Posted By ScottCommutes

I wouldn't ride on a flat tire, but I have gone...

I wouldn't ride on a flat tire, but I have gone perhaps eight miles on the keep stopping to pump plan.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-07-24, 07:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 835
Posted By ScottCommutes

Do they call this "parts cannon" in bike repair? ...

Do they call this "parts cannon" in bike repair? I'm only familiar with the term in the context of auto repair.

It's never the best way to fix anything, but in certain situations even missing...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-07-24, 06:24 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,123
Posted By ScottCommutes

We all know the term was invented by the industry...

We all know the term was invented by the industry to sell bikes, but the need is legitimate. Mountain bikes have gotten so specialized and so good over the last couple of decades that they are now on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-24, 08:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,222
Posted By ScottCommutes

This is a very logical position, and I'm sure...

This is a very logical position, and I'm sure many agree with you. I've certainly bought my kids lots of parts already, of various qualities.

This was a proud dad weekend, by the way. My...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,222
Posted By ScottCommutes

Today I thought about buying a Walmart bike

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Huffy-26-inch-Rock-Creek-Men-s-Mountain-Bike-Blue/1121295?athbdg=L1102&from=/search

I was in Walmart today and I saw this men's 26" wheel Huffy mountain bike for $98. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-24, 10:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 906
Posted By ScottCommutes

You are guilty of making a common product...

You are guilty of making a common product valuation error. You scored a Cannondale bike for $250 because it was used. One reason the price for a used bike is less than the cost of a new bike is...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-05-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 816
Posted By ScottCommutes

Agreed. I don't see a whole lot of upside to...

Agreed. I don't see a whole lot of upside to trying to squeeze in the widest tire that you possibly can. Give yourself some room. If you are currently at 8mm clearance on each side, consider...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-05-24, 04:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 816
Posted By ScottCommutes

If you want to go really wide, you could buy one...

If you want to go really wide, you could buy one and see how it works out on the front and rear before you buy the other.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-24, 12:49 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,922
Posted By ScottCommutes

I do have to hand it to the OP - those look like...

I do have to hand it to the OP - those look like nice pedals for less than $9. And a free wrench.

My son broke a 1/2" kid's pedal and I borrowed a black pair off of a girl's purple Trek I was...
Forum: Commuting
04-05-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,386
Posted By ScottCommutes

My wife used to work at Jockey Hollow...

My wife used to work at Jockey Hollow (Continental Army camped there by Morristown, NJ). There is an apple orchard that is maintained there for historical purposes, but because it is a national...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-24, 06:07 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 906
Posted By ScottCommutes

https://www.modernbike.com/check-these-7-things-be...

https://www.modernbike.com/check-these-7-things-before-buying-a-wheel

Don't say I didn't warn you.
Forum: Commuting
04-03-24, 05:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,386
Posted By ScottCommutes

I have my own little apple orchard of two trees...

I have my own little apple orchard of two trees in the back yard for this purpose. I probably (trans)planted them 20 years ago. One is northern spy for tart, the other is honey crisp for sweet. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,170
Posted By ScottCommutes

No, there are concerns with any bike. The frame...

No, there are concerns with any bike. The frame could be bent. The bearings could be shot. The seat tube could be frozen in place. You will quite possibly need to get your hands on a couple of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 3,170
Posted By ScottCommutes

In my opinion, bikes of that era would be very...

In my opinion, bikes of that era would be very easy for you to work on. No modern complexities. No parts that are hard to track down. Knock yourself out. If you want snob appeal, look for a brand...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 07:01 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,255
Posted By ScottCommutes

My wife worked in museums for awhile, and museums...

My wife worked in museums for awhile, and museums have this exact same problem. People want to donate tons of cool stuff, and the museums certainly want the stuff (at least the coolest of the cool...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 05:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,339
Posted By ScottCommutes

I imagine mowers are more profitable than bikes. ...

I imagine mowers are more profitable than bikes. Most probably just need fresh gas, a cleaning, and a blade sharpening. Knock the crud out of the air filter. Some new carburetors.

Mowers are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 612
Posted By ScottCommutes

​​​​​​https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009JKGJ2?ref=ppx...

​​​​​​https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009JKGJ2?ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details&th=1

Old is a bit of a misnomer. Still very much in production/use. Just bought some this week actually.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 04:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 612
Posted By ScottCommutes

I would be cautious. It bothers you because you...

I would be cautious. It bothers you because you know its there, but to the rest of the world, it's not necessarily even perceptible. You could also put a new sticker there.

I would say the paint...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 370
Posted By ScottCommutes

Does anybody else see the link abbreviated as (in...

Does anybody else see the link abbreviated as (in part) "anal...loating"?
Forum: Commuting
04-01-24, 06:40 AM
Replies: 215
Views: 10,980
Posted By ScottCommutes

I figured. Still, impressively high speed for a...

I figured. Still, impressively high speed for a new commuter, at night, on a non-road bike.
Forum: Commuting
03-31-24, 09:19 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 10,980
Posted By ScottCommutes

Getting a wonky rear derailleur dialed in is not...

Getting a wonky rear derailleur dialed in is not easy. Lots of things can mess you up before you even start making adjustments - a bent hanger, a weak spring, worn pulleys, a bad shifter, bad...
Forum: Commuting
03-31-24, 09:09 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 10,980
Posted By ScottCommutes

I'm also impressed by the 29.5 mph!

I'm also impressed by the 29.5 mph!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 08:54 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 4,047
Posted By ScottCommutes

Curb weight for cars gets sketchy. Is it fair to...

Curb weight for cars gets sketchy. Is it fair to penalize a manufacturer because they offer a bigger gas tank, a full-size spare, a bigger wiper fluid reservoir, standard accessories, tire options,...
Forum: Commuting
03-28-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,386
Posted By ScottCommutes

How much space do you have? Trail mix,...

How much space do you have?
Trail mix, clothing, extra tubes, floor pump, tools, rain gear, light chargers and lights
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,839
Posted By ScottCommutes

A pedal harp, not a Celtic harp.

A pedal harp, not a Celtic harp.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,228
Posted By ScottCommutes

Welcome to the club - cyclists have worried about...

Welcome to the club - cyclists have worried about tire punctures since pneumatic tires were invented in 1888.

Uneven terrain is not high on my list of worries about flat tires. Depending on your...
Forum: Touring
03-26-24, 07:30 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,809
Posted By ScottCommutes

Yes

Yes
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-25-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 920
Posted By ScottCommutes

Folks, please report counterfeit stuff to the...

Folks, please report counterfeit stuff to the manufacturers and/or authorities so they might better be able to fight it.
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