Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
 
Page 1 of 8
1
2
3
Last »
Search: Posts Made By: bubbagrannygear
Showing results 1 to 50 of 375
Search took 0.08 seconds.
Forum: Commuting
06-07-18, 07:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,576
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Thanks - that's what I was afraid of, will have...

Thanks - that's what I was afraid of, will have to reexamine the large
Forum: Commuting
06-04-18, 07:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,027
Posted By bubbagrannygear

It probably depends on both your shoes and your...

It probably depends on both your shoes and your riding style. I have pinned pedals and generally wear a pair of shoes with a stiff sole and fairly hard rubber bottoms with a robust tread pattern with...
Forum: Commuting
06-04-18, 07:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,576
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Thanks - to you and the other's who replied....

Thanks - to you and the other's who replied. Biking is my main form of transportation and most functional trips are, or can be made to be, short. Was looking at them for the colder days when it's...
Forum: Commuting
05-31-18, 06:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,576
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Gore Wear Men's Waterproof Long Bike Pants, C3 TEX Active Pants

Anyone have a pair? Was wondering if you could buy your normal size and get them over a pair of jeans, or if they're designed to go over tights.
Forum: Commuting
01-31-18, 08:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,465
Posted By bubbagrannygear

http://residentnews.net/wp-content/themes/arts-cul...

http://residentnews.net/wp-content/themes/arts-culture/timthumb.php?src=http%3A%2F%2Fresidentnews.net%2Fwp-content%2Fuploads%2F2017%2F08%2FPedestrianWarning.jpg&q=90&w=630&zc=1
These signs help at...
Forum: Northeast
01-25-18, 07:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,494
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Not close to Philly, and not totally epic from a...

Not close to Philly, and not totally epic from a climb perspective, but if you're ok traveling and have lights for your bike, consider a ride up Cadillac Mountain in Acadia National Park. Watch the...
Forum: Northeast
01-24-18, 07:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,185
Posted By bubbagrannygear

njbikemap.com (http://www.njbikemap.com/) ...

njbikemap.com (http://www.njbikemap.com/)

excellent source - rates road by traffic density and scenery. Recommend taking a gladstone train and getting off at Far Hills. Going west from there you...
Forum: Commuting
01-23-18, 08:01 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,425
Posted By bubbagrannygear

A few years ago we had one of those frozen rain...

A few years ago we had one of those frozen rain events that produced a sheet of ice over everything. As a result of going down on ice twice in previous years, had equipped the bike with Kenda...
Forum: Northeast
06-30-16, 05:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 720
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Rode over it in late May south to north. Was very...

Rode over it in late May south to north. Was very much open with sign denoting bike lane.
Forum: Northeast
06-06-16, 05:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,212
Posted By bubbagrannygear

If you have good lights and a reflectorized vest,...

If you have good lights and a reflectorized vest, going up before sunrise is an option. Did this last September. My back light is very bright so the cars gave me wide berth. It's supposed to be the...
Forum: Commuting
10-27-15, 06:55 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,173
Posted By bubbagrannygear

At the end of my commute to the train station...

At the end of my commute to the train station there's a short section where I ride on the sidewalk. I was especially tired one morning and it had rained heavily the night before. So being somewhat...
Forum: Commuting
09-18-15, 08:29 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,173
Posted By bubbagrannygear

I'm riding pretty much along the same lines as B....

I'm riding pretty much along the same lines as B. Carfree. Don't remember the exact prices so below are approximate

Scotch lite reflective tape on back fender and crank arms. ($5)
Reflective vest...
Forum: Commuting
09-07-15, 06:31 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,668
Posted By bubbagrannygear

This is along the lines of my thinking. You spend...

This is along the lines of my thinking. You spend a significant part of your life at work, so if you have the option, you should go for whatever gets you most energized and somehow make the rest of...
Forum: Commuting
07-02-15, 08:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 964
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Congrats - go big or go home. Commuting can...

Congrats - go big or go home. Commuting can change your life.

Was a weekend warrior for a few years (which was a definite improvement from previous lifestyle). While on a ski vacation in Utah one...
Forum: Commuting
05-30-15, 08:47 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 5,916
Posted By bubbagrannygear

this whole thread has a "41-like" quality to it -...

this whole thread has a "41-like" quality to it - I request that the moderator move it
Forum: Commuting
05-15-15, 06:42 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,186
Posted By bubbagrannygear

"Never try to teach a pig to sing. It wastes time...

"Never try to teach a pig to sing. It wastes time and annoys the pig."
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-15, 07:19 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,301
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Was riding near our state university waiting at...

Was riding near our state university waiting at an intersection for the light to change, and saw a car making a turn in the intersection. The driver had papers on the steering wheel and was using a...
Forum: Commuting
05-04-15, 06:41 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,852
Posted By bubbagrannygear

My guess is that you misstated your commute as 13...

My guess is that you misstated your commute as 13 miles one way when its really 13 miles round trip - that would put you at almost 20 mph which is impressive considering lights and all - just having...
Forum: Commuting
05-03-15, 09:47 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,852
Posted By bubbagrannygear

You must be commuting to your job as...

You must be commuting to your job as mild-mannered reporter for a great metropolitan newspaper. Unless I'm missing something, 13 miles in 20 minutes means you averaged 39MPH.
Forum: Commuting
05-02-15, 12:17 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,852
Posted By bubbagrannygear

On a bicycle, the journey is the destination - no...

On a bicycle, the journey is the destination - no need to hurry and end it.
Forum: Commuting
04-16-15, 06:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 952
Posted By bubbagrannygear

By any chance are you putting the glasses on...

By any chance are you putting the glasses on before you put your helmet on? (the helmet will compress them into your temples) You want to put your helmet on first and then put the glasses on outside...
Forum: Manufacturer, Retailer, Survey and Consumer Feedback
03-10-15, 05:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,110
Posted By bubbagrannygear

On any give ride conditions can usually vary from...

On any give ride conditions can usually vary from snow and ice to dry pavement. How do these corner on dry pavement?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-15, 11:25 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 6,281
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Food Fight! 436593

Food Fight!

436593
Forum: Commuting
02-24-15, 07:58 PM
Replies: 233
Views: 20,352
Posted By bubbagrannygear

you left out the part where this won't happen if...

you left out the part where this won't happen if you clean a new chain before installing it
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-15, 07:51 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 6,281
Posted By bubbagrannygear

its all done by molecular weight - I could tell...

its all done by molecular weight - I could tell you but then ....you know.
Forum: Commuting
02-24-15, 07:04 PM
Replies: 233
Views: 20,352
Posted By bubbagrannygear

I don't think that's necessarily true. I was...

I don't think that's necessarily true. I was driving down Big Cottonwood canyon after skiing one day and the road appeared to be dry and ice free. At one point, down the road I could see multiple...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-15, 11:32 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 7,953
Posted By bubbagrannygear

434574 riding conditions may vary

434574

riding conditions may vary
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-15, 10:10 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,008
Posted By bubbagrannygear

cyclocross bike with studded tires, platform...

cyclocross bike with studded tires, platform pedals so you can dress with normal winter gear. You don't go fast but at least you're riding.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-15, 10:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,122
Posted By bubbagrannygear

partially straightened paper clip - I commute and...

partially straightened paper clip - I commute and work in an office
Forum: Commuting
02-06-15, 04:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,061
Posted By bubbagrannygear

things seem to be going swimmingly - the taxi's...

things seem to be going swimmingly - the taxi's are certainly on board

London Taxi Chief Compares Cyclists To Islamic State Militants : The Two-Way : NPR...
Forum: Commuting
02-04-15, 08:34 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,861
Posted By bubbagrannygear

432525

432525
Forum: Commuting
01-12-15, 07:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,153
Posted By bubbagrannygear

OUTLIER New OGs...

OUTLIER New OGs (http://shop.outlier.cc/shop/retail/new-og.html)
Forum: Commuting
01-04-15, 01:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,754
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Don't see how replacing a cheap part before it is...

Don't see how replacing a cheap part before it is completely worn would inoculate you against upgrade fever. You will still be contemplating a purchase before executing that purchase and studies have...
Forum: Commuting
12-27-14, 07:28 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,381
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Thank you. Very cool.

Thank you. Very cool.
Forum: Commuting
12-11-14, 08:32 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,320
Posted By bubbagrannygear

congrats on having the courage and wisdom to...

congrats on having the courage and wisdom to break that streak - at some point they transition from an accomplishment to an obsession/burden leading to no good end
Forum: Commuting
12-04-14, 07:26 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,823
Posted By bubbagrannygear

thanks - keeping my hands warm is a challenge for...

thanks - keeping my hands warm is a challenge for me and I'm still doing trying to decide between the bar mitts or something like this

Mt Baker Shell Mitts | Outdoor Research | Designed By...
Forum: Commuting
12-03-14, 07:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,823
Posted By bubbagrannygear

For you guys with the mitts - I leave my bike at...

For you guys with the mitts - I leave my bike at the train station all day so I remove anything removable and take it with me. How long does it take to put a pair on a bike with drop handle bars ?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-02-14, 08:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,014
Posted By bubbagrannygear

They usually have different settings and the run...

They usually have different settings and the run time will depend on what setting you use for your ride. Scroll down page for lumina 750 run times

NiteRiderLumina 750 - NiteRider...
Forum: Commuting
11-22-14, 09:41 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,250
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Sadly, I make sure the chain is lubricated...

Sadly, I make sure the chain is lubricated regularly and wash the bike in the spring.

You could make do somewhat with a spray bottle filled with warm water to get the worst parts.
Forum: Commuting
11-14-14, 09:39 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,046
Posted By bubbagrannygear

These threads fascinate me. From my...

These threads fascinate me.

From my perspective the cyclist with the camera usually either goes out of his/her way to encourage conflict or takes great umbrage over a non-issue. (in this case...
Forum: Commuting
11-14-14, 08:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,206
Posted By bubbagrannygear

When I start my commute its 5 AM. I generally...

When I start my commute its 5 AM. I generally wake and become somewhat human sometime after coffee at 7. Anything that happens before that - short of being hit by a car ( where the physical evidence...
Forum: Commuting
10-31-14, 08:22 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,891
Posted By bubbagrannygear

What are you commuting on ? Road bike with...

What are you commuting on ? Road bike with clipless and bike specific clothing or something with platform pedals where you wear non-bike clothing ?
Forum: Commuting
10-31-14, 07:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 650
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Riding home tonight in dark with high visibility...

Riding home tonight in dark with high visibility vest worn over a backpack and fluttering behind me like a cape, a trick or treater said she liked my costume.
Forum: Commuting
10-29-14, 07:08 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,860
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Yes. More wag less bark.

Yes. More wag less bark.
Forum: Commuting
10-24-14, 08:06 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,368
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Sounds like you feel guilty about riding your...

Sounds like you feel guilty about riding your bike when you are called upon to drive rather than feeling guilty for driving as you originally assert. Regarding the former - for my two cents I say if...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-14, 07:09 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,064
Posted By bubbagrannygear

No matter how much stuff I buy there are always...

No matter how much stuff I buy there are always things that I still "need". The things themselves vary depending on what I have recently bought, but through the years whenever I add up how much the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-14, 08:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,236
Posted By bubbagrannygear

Shimano 105 5800 32h Front Hub Black | eBay...

Shimano 105 5800 32h Front Hub Black | eBay (http://www.ebay.com/itm/Shimano-105-5800-32h-Front-Hub-Black-/171423470444?pt=US_Hubs&hash=item27e9a2936c)
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-14, 06:33 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,148
Posted By bubbagrannygear

On the best rides - nothing at all. Sometimes...

On the best rides - nothing at all. Sometimes I'll sort of come to and for a few seconds have to sort out where I am. Other times I'll be riding and discover myself over a hill that usually kills me...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-14, 09:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,560
Posted By bubbagrannygear

So there you have it: use just the front, use...

So there you have it: use just the front, use both at the same time, alternate between the front and back and apply the back first then the front. This is why some of my favorite threads are the ones...
Forum: Commuting
09-13-14, 08:00 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,475
Posted By bubbagrannygear

I take the lane that is going straight and wait...

I take the lane that is going straight and wait in line like a car. When the light turns I generally go through the intersection with traffic then get to the right once I'm through. There isn't...
Showing results 1 to 50 of 375
 
Page 1 of 8
1
2
3
Last »


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.