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Forum: Northern California
05-25-10, 10:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 599
Posted By jhalv

I took a look at that and PHill is a great idea....

I took a look at that and PHill is a great idea. I've planned what looks like a pretty nice route.

Thanks for all the suggestions.
Forum: Northern California
05-25-10, 06:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 599
Posted By jhalv

Thanks for your suggestions. Looking at it,...

Thanks for your suggestions.

Looking at it, I think McEwen->Franklin Canyon->Vine Hill->Chilpancingo would be a nice little ride for what I want. Any better way to get into central Concord than...
Forum: Northern California
05-25-10, 10:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 599
Posted By jhalv

I looked at Carquinez Scenic Dr. in Google Earth...

I looked at Carquinez Scenic Dr. in Google Earth and saw the washed out section you mention. I also thought I saw gates. So I take it that section of road is open to the public? How bad is the...
Forum: Northern California
05-25-10, 10:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 599
Posted By jhalv

Mare Island to Concord BART Route

Hey folks,

I'm helping a friend on Mare Island and when I'm done I'd like to ride over to Concord BART for the trip back to SF. Anyone have suggestions for a good route?

I'll be leaving Mare...
Forum: Northern California
03-30-10, 06:42 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,109
Posted By jhalv

I'm in for 1.

I'm in for 1.
Forum: Commuting
02-22-10, 10:18 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,834
Posted By jhalv

Barrettscv - I wasn't aware of that rack. It...

Barrettscv - I wasn't aware of that rack. It actually looks like a good option. You might want to check it out.
Forum: Commuting
02-18-10, 11:49 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,834
Posted By jhalv

Nitto. Rivendell calls them the "BIG" front &...

Nitto. Rivendell calls them the "BIG" front & rear racks. The front is a Rivendell design and I haven't seen it online elsewhere. I've seen the rear called the "Campee" on a few other sites. I've...
Forum: Commuting
02-17-10, 09:15 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,834
Posted By jhalv

Actually, I just took a look at the forks on your...

Actually, I just took a look at the forks on your bike. Carbon right? I guess mounting front racks isn't an option.
Forum: Commuting
02-17-10, 08:58 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,834
Posted By jhalv

Yeah, it's not really designed for loaded touring...

Yeah, it's not really designed for loaded touring with it's shorter chainstays, wheelbase and higher bottom bracket. Of course, these are all design features that I wanted in a commuter (as opposed...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-17-10, 08:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,608
Posted By jhalv

"What if they threw a war and nobody...

"What if they threw a war and nobody came...?"
Forum: Commuting
02-17-10, 07:57 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,834
Posted By jhalv

It's a 2010. Soma changed the graphics for 2010...

It's a 2010. Soma changed the graphics for 2010 (or it might have been '09), I actually think I like the older graphics better. The frame is 60 cm. According to Soma, the headtube is 195 mm. I...
Forum: Commuting
02-17-10, 07:45 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,834
Posted By jhalv

Pretty well. On that particular day I had about...

Pretty well. On that particular day I had about 30-35 lbs. on the front. When I'm just using two bags I like to put them on the front instead of the rear. I've found it's much smoother and more...
Forum: Commuting
02-16-10, 11:45 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 11,834
Posted By jhalv

Well why not. Here are a couple pics of my Soma...

Well why not. Here are a couple pics of my Soma DC commuter. (First time posting pics of one of my bikes - I feel like such an exhibitionist!)

With Bags
...
Forum: Touring
12-28-09, 11:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 646
Posted By jhalv

Current Frame is Similar to a Fuji Touring Series V?

Hi All,

Well this is sad. My 1984 Fuji Touring Series V was stolen out of my garage recently. I'm posting in the hope that you all can help me put a value on it for insurance purposes.

My...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-09, 07:10 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,473
Posted By jhalv

Thanks for the tip. I'll be sure to use those...

Thanks for the tip. I'll be sure to use those words from now on.
Forum: Northern California
12-21-09, 07:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,080
Posted By jhalv

You're right except my garage door opener is 30...

You're right except my garage door opener is 30 yrs old. The only thing I can do is pull a cord on the track to disengage the door from the opener in order to open it manually. The door reengages...
Forum: Northern California
12-21-09, 06:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,080
Posted By jhalv

Not yet. The police are leaning on the guy so...

Not yet. The police are leaning on the guy so we'll see. They're also talking to the woman he was assaulting. She's actually a friend of the guy and runs with him. They're both known to the police...
Forum: Northern California
12-19-09, 09:14 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,080
Posted By jhalv

Thanks to you all for the good wishes and advice....

Thanks to you all for the good wishes and advice.

Here's an update. The police arrested a guy with one of my bikes (the SR-33). Apparently, the police were called because this guy was beating up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-09, 10:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,473
Posted By jhalv

Thanks to all for the advice. I'm talking the the...

Thanks to all for the advice. I'm talking the the ins. co. today.

This really blew my mind. The Fuji was just 1 of 5 bikes stolen. According to the police, they probably got in by squirting water...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-09, 10:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,473
Posted By jhalv

I guess 'bigger' was the wrong word. The tube...

I guess 'bigger' was the wrong word. The tube wall was thicker. The outside OD was the same as the old tube.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-09, 07:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,473
Posted By jhalv

Stolen Fuji Touring Series V - Value?

This sucks. My first post in this forum and it has to be about my Fuji Touring Series V that was stolen yesterday out of my *locked* garage.

I'm trying to put a value on it for the insurance...
Forum: Northern California
12-17-09, 10:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,080
Posted By jhalv

Stolen Bikes - Mission District, SF

Well...this sucks! Some scumbag broke into my garage between 2:00 am and 7:00 am this morning and stole my (5) bikes.

So, I'm posting a plea for you good folks to keep your eyes open and let me...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-25-09, 02:32 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 5,109
Posted By jhalv

From the California Vehicle Code; From...

From the California Vehicle Code;



From this (in CA at least) there's some acknowledgment that bicyles are different than cars and certain provisions of the vehicle code reflect that.
...
Forum: Northern California
06-29-09, 10:06 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,070
Posted By jhalv

That's spooky. I ride that road all the time, as...

That's spooky. I ride that road all the time, as do countless other cyclists since it's the main route between SF and North Marin Co.

Since so many cyclists use that road, I'd think most cars...
Forum: Northern California
06-27-09, 09:43 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,070
Posted By jhalv

Wow, that sucks...outright aggression. If you...

Wow, that sucks...outright aggression. If you cracked your helmet, that was a serious knock. I'm glad you weren't one of the "worst" the EMT has seen.

Where's Corte Alta Rd in Larkspur? Do you...
Forum: Commuting
06-14-09, 02:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,945
Posted By jhalv

This isn't a single speed but you'll get the...

This isn't a single speed but you'll get the idea. These are Nitto bars. Love 'em.

I use this bike for general "around town" riding. I like the bars for riding in the city (San Francisco) because...
Forum: Northern California
06-11-09, 08:56 AM
Replies: 199
Views: 9,493
Posted By jhalv

Well, I'm out. Doctor said my knee needs some...

Well, I'm out. Doctor said my knee needs some work and I can't ride.

So...anyone need a ticket?

PM me.
Forum: Touring
05-24-09, 06:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 778
Posted By jhalv

Thanks very much to you all for the advice. I've...

Thanks very much to you all for the advice. I've still got a couple of months to nail the route down. You're comments will really help.
Forum: Touring
05-19-09, 07:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 778
Posted By jhalv

Portland, OR to SF

Hey All,

I'm putting together a trip in my head down the Pacific Coast. I'm thinking of taking the train up to
Portland, OR then heading out to the the coast and down to SF (my home). A fairly...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-24-08, 07:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,375
Posted By jhalv

I'm confused. That section of Geary St. is...

I'm confused.

That section of Geary St. is one-way heading West. If the "harrassee" were riding East, as he wrote, he was riding the wrong way down a one-way street. He would warrant a ticket.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-08, 04:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,142
Posted By jhalv

Do you need the transverse cable or the cable...

Do you need the transverse cable or the cable yokes? The yokes are easy to find. If you need a transverse cable, I'm told you can make some using brake cable and these:
...
Forum: Northern California
07-01-08, 04:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 619
Posted By jhalv

huytheskigod: Did you change the spacing on your...

huytheskigod: Did you change the spacing on your hub to move it towards the drive side? If that's the case, I can see why you'd need to re-dish. Also, were you able to use the same spokes? Spoke...
Forum: Northern California
06-05-08, 08:34 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 8,290
Posted By jhalv

Hey Henry, just sent my payment, $56.00 for lrg...

Hey Henry, just sent my payment, $56.00 for lrg club jersey + shipping.
Thanks.
Forum: Northern California
05-26-08, 08:56 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 8,290
Posted By jhalv

Just pm'd you with my request. One large club,...

Just pm'd you with my request. One large club, full zip (if there's a choice). Thanks for you effort on this. I'll watch for further info.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-10-08, 02:53 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 5,771
Posted By jhalv

Hey cccorlew, can you change my jersey size from...

Hey cccorlew, can you change my jersey size from medium to large? Thanks.
Forum: Northern California
05-10-08, 02:45 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,130
Posted By jhalv

Need to change sizes from medium to large on...

Need to change sizes from medium to large on everything, jerseys and vest. I'll check the spreadsheet for confirmation.
Forum: Northern California
05-08-08, 07:37 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,130
Posted By jhalv

Thanks for the pics. I'm in for one of each. Or,...

Thanks for the pics. I'm in for one of each. Or, one if only one design gets made. When do I send $$?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-07-08, 09:33 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 5,771
Posted By jhalv

Just sent my order and payment too. Thanks for...

Just sent my order and payment too. Thanks for your effort from me as well.
Forum: Northern California
05-07-08, 08:38 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,130
Posted By jhalv

Oops...I said two of each. I meant one of each....

Oops...I said two of each. I meant one of each. Total - 2. I've forgotten how to count on my fingers!
Forum: Northern California
05-07-08, 08:35 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,130
Posted By jhalv

Wow, just saw this thread. I'd like to order both...

Wow, just saw this thread. I'd like to order both styles of jerseys, orig. and alt., though I'm not sure which is which. I definitely want the one with the bridge. I looked at the size chart. A...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
12-31-07, 10:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 770
Posted By jhalv

Hey thanks for the replies. I appreciate the tips...

Hey thanks for the replies. I appreciate the tips on making it look cleaner. I'll use them in the future.
Forum: Commuting
12-26-07, 08:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 914
Posted By jhalv

Rules?...Who Needs Rules!

I saw this article in the paper today:

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/12/26/MNLDU44LC.DTL&hw=europeans&sn=005&sc=732

Apparently, there's a new philosophy on traffic...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
12-26-07, 08:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 770
Posted By jhalv

Ok...never mind. It worked. Sorry for taking up...

Ok...never mind. It worked. Sorry for taking up space.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
12-26-07, 08:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 770
Posted By jhalv

How Do You Post a Link?

I want to start a thread in the Commuting forum based on the article at this link:

http://www.sfgate.com/cgi-bin/article.cgi?f=/c/a/2007/12/26/MNLDU44LC.DTL&hw=europeans&sn=005&sc=732

I have...
Forum: Touring
10-31-07, 11:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 778
Posted By jhalv

Thanks for your replies. I do have old...

Thanks for your replies.

I do have old parts in good shape I can use, that's not really a problem. I really envision it as an all around bike for not just commuting, but day trips and weekend...
Forum: Touring
10-30-07, 10:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 778
Posted By jhalv

Fuji Touring Series V

I've come into possession of a Fuji Touring Series V frame in good shape (though it needs paint). I think it's from the mid '80's. Does anyone have any opinions, first-hand experience, etc. with this...
Forum: Introductions
10-30-07, 10:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 201
Posted By jhalv

Hello All...

Just joined...thought I'd say hi. I live and work in San Francisco, CA. I commute by bike exclusively...rain or shine. Beyond that my main interest is touring.

Just came into possession of a Fuji...
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