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Forum: Recreational & Family
04-26-23, 01:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,380
Posted By jdefran

Kids love bike riding!

My kids are 7 & 5 and have enjoyed bike riding since they were tots. With everyone off training wheels it has really opened the door for family bike rides. As an encouragement to folks in this thread...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-06-23, 09:45 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,788
Posted By tgot

Another vote for the kidback Stoker. Or...

Another vote for the kidback Stoker. Or equivalent. Nearly first ride, with my eldest, convincing the wife that this wasn't crazy:...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-31-23, 01:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,788
Posted By Duuuuuude99

I have 5 kids ages 8, 6, almost 5, 3, and 1. ...

I have 5 kids ages 8, 6, almost 5, 3, and 1.

Kids have been exposed and riding since they could sit in an ibert. As each has grown, I’ve added to the stable. The 8 and 6 year olds are very...
Forum: Recreational & Family
03-16-23, 11:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,046
Posted By DarkMonohue

2016 Giant Pre cosmetic restoration project

Posted this elsewhere and just realized some people here might enjoy seeing it as well.

A coworker gave me his kid's Giant Pre balance bike when said kid outgrew it, which was super cool of him,...
Forum: Introductions
02-28-23, 04:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,109
Posted By Wildwood

23+ years ago. ...

23+ years ago.
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/972x729/seuss_mobile_2_63571874dd1a6c9580164ee08881f84896459439.png
If I'm a lucky man, maybe soon I can captain these...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-08-23, 10:51 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 7,680
Posted By Sorcerer

This is a good discussion. I really like...

This is a good discussion.

I really like the idea of calling the rider in the front as a co-pilot and the one in the rear as a co-pilot as well. Or maybe pilot and bombardier, LOL.

It looks as...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-18-22, 11:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,788
Posted By cyccommute

My 3 year old with a kid crank. ...

My 3 year old with a kid crank.

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1464x966/4f2bb308_cfa3_4f6a_90a8_9d70022fbe50_16721b29379a9cf6b83767e4f9e3de6ccc6ba524.jpeg

She was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-26-22, 06:31 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 7,286
Posted By rsbob

Spray paint the whole thing,wheels and all, white...

Spray paint the whole thing,wheels and all, white and it will look like you stole it from a memorial and the creepy and poor taste factor will probably deter anyone with half a brain.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-26-22, 08:16 AM
Replies: 177
Views: 7,286
Posted By Milton Keynes

https://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/video/cham...

https://www.nbc.com/saturday-night-live/video/chameleon-xle/2859849
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-22, 12:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 926
Posted By njkayaker

Car insurance is just for cars and driving them...

Car insurance is just for cars and driving them (not bicycles). Not all policies cover damage to rental cars.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-10-22, 02:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 926
Posted By BillRS22

Bike INsurance

I wondered a few years ago about my liability if I caused an automobile accident while riding my bike. It could
happen, or a driver could claim you caused an accident even if you didn’t. I decided...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-14-22, 09:50 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,828
Posted By Comfort is King

As a solo tourer or commuter, I don't feel at all...

As a solo tourer or commuter, I don't feel at all guilty if I hold up a few cars on narrow roads, as I don't have a choice but to be on those roads. Especially since I'm using the roads for their...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-02-22, 02:22 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 12,702
Posted By Bearzy

I grew up on Walmart bikes and they were always...

I grew up on Walmart bikes and they were always slightly janky, I still had fun on them though. They're good up to a certain point I think, but you have to graduate from them eventually. Definitely...
Forum: Recreational & Family
02-05-22, 11:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,862
Posted By Russ Roth

Spend the money on a decent one and he'll be able...

Spend the money on a decent one and he'll be able to. Used a trail-a-bike with my youngest like you have there with a trailer behind on occasion, sometimes the wife pulled the trailer and I pulled...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-26-22, 12:52 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,611
Posted By tgot

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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The double-double.
Front wheel not able to swing or rotate, it could lean...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-19-22, 03:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,611
Posted By unikid

If you read the reviews on the Ursus Jumbo...

If you read the reviews on the Ursus Jumbo...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-17-22, 08:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,611
Posted By Alcanbrad

The click stand is a great light weight option to...

The click stand is a great light weight option to hold up the bike but I would have second thoughts about using It in the scenario the OP stated. Loading and unloading a kid trailer will undoubtedly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-14-22, 09:23 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 12,702
Posted By RayHenry

This is a very interesting topic, and one that...

This is a very interesting topic, and one that really has no end of arguments. I'll weigh in here as a father of 4, step-father of 2, and grandfather of 4. So I've seen my share of kids growing up on...
Forum: Recreational & Family
11-19-21, 02:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,066
Posted By brianinc-ville

We've been perfectly happy with a cheap Retrospec...

We've been perfectly happy with a cheap Retrospec trailer, starting at 18 months. It's definitely heavier than a Burley, and it doesn't turn into a stroller. But for daylong tours and daily...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-21, 08:48 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,544
Posted By indyfabz

I enjoy commuting, running errands and doing...

I enjoy commuting, running errands and doing fully loaded tours riding the same bike.

I think what you meant is that you need the right type of bike(s) for the type(s) of riding that you do.
Forum: Recreational & Family
04-29-21, 11:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,445
Posted By bOsscO

I just went through this Broodax with my son...

I just went through this Broodax with my son who's turning 13 in July and 5'-1"
He outgrew his 24" wheel Specialized HotRock last fall but, since he wasn't riding much during winter, we decided to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-28-21, 09:29 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,985
Posted By Paul Barnard

The nice thing about pepper spray is that dogs...

The nice thing about pepper spray is that dogs can carry it back to the owners where it will still be effective.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-28-21, 07:12 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,985
Posted By Jeff Neese

This works 100% of the time. Stop the bike...

This works 100% of the time.

Stop the bike and put it between you and the dog. It's highly unlikely you can outrun a large dog on a bike anyway, and trying will just make it chase you more. ...
Forum: Recreational & Family
04-26-21, 02:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,445
Posted By VegasTriker

It makes a lot more sense to buy a used bike and...

It makes a lot more sense to buy a used bike and then sell it off again when your son outgrows the bike. This works best if he is capable of simple repairs and adjustments which older bikes may...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-21, 04:55 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 6,229
Posted By Speedway2

Anatolia.....have you looked in the...

Anatolia.....have you looked in the Clydesdales/Athenas (200+lb/91+kg) threads?
Forum: Recreational & Family
03-19-21, 02:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,847
Posted By Prodigy4299

I will echo what the others have written. I use...

I will echo what the others have written. I use my 30 year old MTB bike converter to a 'hybrid' set up to haul the kids either in a child seat, a Thule Chariot, or both. I don't know if it's just me,...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-15-21, 07:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,323
Posted By socalrider

My Noventa had the 10" disc added by Santana -...

My Noventa had the 10" disc added by Santana - they added a braze on and color matched the paint. My tandem - right lever controls the rear disc brake. The left lever will deploy front / rear V...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-14-21, 12:29 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,323
Posted By 72andsunny

I remember the Encore. If my memory is correct,...

I remember the Encore. If my memory is correct, Santana had a line of road (really touring tandems), mountain tandems (which had suspension forks, flat bars, 26” tires), and a line of enduro bikes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-10-21, 10:30 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,053
Posted By WhyFi

NICE! But don't they get jealous of each other? ...

NICE! But don't they get jealous of each other?

:innocent:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-10-21, 08:43 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,053
Posted By msu2001la

I usually just guzzle a Coke and attack a bag of...

I usually just guzzle a Coke and attack a bag of Doritos while sitting on a curb in front of a gas station.
Doesn't everyone do this?
Forum: Touring
03-09-21, 10:08 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 19,594
Posted By Happy Feet

Well.. seeing as you asked :) First, a quote...

Well.. seeing as you asked :)

First, a quote from the Architect of the Matrix: "There are levels of survival we are willing to accept"

Each year in Feb I do a food challenge of sorts to a. have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-21, 09:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 633
Posted By Ironfish653

Rather than try to source all the parts...

Rather than try to source all the parts individually, I’d just look for a 20” kids’ MTB; and take the rear wheel, RD, and shifter.
You should be able to find one for less than $50 on your local...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-21, 09:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 633
Posted By dedhed

If you want a bunch of cracked shins and kid...

If you want a bunch of cracked shins and kid never wanting to go on it again.

My kid used to actually fall asleep back there some times.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-21, 08:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 633
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

Thanks Soody, for the images. Note that the...

Thanks Soody, for the images. Note that the single speed uses a drop out with a rearwards opening slot, much like track bikes have. So a traditional rear der mounting bracket won't work well for...
Forum: Recreational & Family
01-12-18, 04:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,596
Posted By Chukbacca

I have two suggestions. Personally I have a...

I have two suggestions.

Personally I have a tandem, and I pull a Trek Mountain Train; I've done this for at least two years, my kids just turned 7, 5, and 3. The three year old was quite anxious...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-27-17, 09:23 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,897
Posted By B. Carfree

I did finally find all the necessary parts and...

I did finally find all the necessary parts and got my old tandem ship-shape for an almost-five- and almost-four-year-old. The girls came over today with their helmets not really knowing what was in...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-14-11, 12:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,119
Posted By waynesulak

I love nice bikes but speed is really a function...

I love nice bikes but speed is really a function of the people riding the bike. I have been dropped by some of the worst bikes known to man that were ridden by strong riders. Likewise I have passed...
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