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Forum: Commuting
12-31-09, 10:52 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,324
Posted By Caleab

Man, this is freaking awesome. I can't say much...

Man, this is freaking awesome.
I can't say much more except I have bike envy.
Forum: Commuting
12-31-09, 10:50 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 8,337
Posted By Caleab

I just want to point out the Trek Soho again. ...

I just want to point out the Trek Soho again.
belt drive and I know some folks with this bike. They absolutely love it.
I've been looking at getting one for my wife just because the WSD design...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-09-09, 11:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,816
Posted By Caleab

I too used to use a Bontrager and it worked well...

I too used to use a Bontrager and it worked well on my Trek 2.1, but not so much on the Portland.
so I've ordered a Brooks B-17. I'll let ya know more when I can.
B-17 won't be in until next...
Forum: Commuting
09-08-09, 10:59 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,222
Posted By Caleab

After switching through bikes (i'm on my 4th this...

After switching through bikes (i'm on my 4th this year) I found I preferred a road bike with bag capability.
I chose a Trek Portland and absolutely love it.

What I carry... honestly.. whatever I...
Forum: Commuting
09-08-09, 10:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 35,496
Posted By Caleab

Isn't the real question how much do you want to...

Isn't the real question how much do you want to pay?

If you are only willing to pay $50, then offer $50, if the value to you is more than $50, offer more.

Just make sure you check the bike out...
Forum: Commuting
08-29-09, 07:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,733
Posted By Caleab

I've heard this type of sound... I think. ...

I've heard this type of sound... I think.
Although, it wasn't a real "zing" type sound. It was more like the pads rubbing a little, but it was while I was out of the saddle and really jamming the...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-09, 03:34 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,996
Posted By Caleab

Just my two cents here... I'd go with a road...

Just my two cents here...

I'd go with a road bike 100%. In the last year, I've walked myself from a Trek 7200 hybrid to a Trek Portland. I fiddled with a Trek 7.3fx and loved it, then a Trek...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-09, 03:15 PM
Replies: 184
Views: 14,710
Posted By Caleab

I don't have a picture, but I attached a Planet...

I don't have a picture, but I attached a Planet Bike SuperBlinky to the back of my helmet (which I always wear).
It's awesome. Just this morning on the way to work I had a guy (that was coming up...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-09, 02:58 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 5,444
Posted By Caleab

Might also remember the tire pump can be a nice...

Might also remember the tire pump can be a nice wand.

I hope an alternate route is available. Use another route for awhile. They'll get bored and forget about you or any other cyclist that comes...
Forum: Commuting
08-24-09, 10:51 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,294
Posted By Caleab

I have to agree. I don't ride in the rain much,...

I have to agree.
I don't ride in the rain much, but a few months ago, I was at work and the bottom dropped out. It passed over but was moving along the same path I'd take on the way home.
Just...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-09, 07:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,029
Posted By Caleab

Sure it's good. It's always good to stock your...

Sure it's good. It's always good to stock your stable with rides =)

You can always sell if you need to.... that's what CL is for =)
Forum: Commuting
08-02-09, 09:16 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,087
Posted By Caleab

I'm scared of Nashbar. Just like others that...

I'm scared of Nashbar. Just like others that I've read about on the 'net, I've had the same trouble with them.... seems they had (have?) their doors open (security wise) for third parties. After...
Forum: Commuting
08-02-09, 11:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,087
Posted By Caleab

Where to get my Brooks?

ok, so I decided I want to try a Brooks on my new Portland.

Problem is I'm not sure the best place to get one. Is it best to order from Brooks England themselves or is there a better place here...
Forum: Commuting
07-17-09, 11:32 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 14,879
Posted By Caleab

I've not fully read all the responses, but here's...

I've not fully read all the responses, but here's what I'm dealing with currently:

Started with a Trek 7200 Hybrid. After 5 months, bought a Trek 7.3Fx. Rode the 7.3Fx (happily mind you) all...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-11-09, 07:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 745
Posted By Caleab

very nice ride! Now just ride it like you...

very nice ride!

Now just ride it like you stole it!
Forum: Commuting
07-01-09, 08:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,157
Posted By Caleab

I tried the sandals and they just weren't gonna...

I tried the sandals and they just weren't gonna work for me.
But I tried on the new other new Keen spd shoes and they are freaking AWESOME!
Wide as hell and absolutely comfortable!
they blow my...
Forum: Commuting
06-29-09, 06:01 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,005
Posted By Caleab

Does it count that I always slow down at stop...

Does it count that I always slow down at stop signs?
75% stop, but it depends. There's a few that I habitually don't, but only a few.
Forum: Commuting
06-18-09, 08:51 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,883
Posted By Caleab

Currently I alternate between a Trek 7.3FX and...

Currently I alternate between a Trek 7.3FX and Trek 2.1.

My actual commute is 6 miles each way (12 r/t), but I take longer routes because I enjoy riding. So the actual commute is between 15 and...
Forum: Commuting
06-17-09, 08:42 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 347
Posted By Caleab

Sale @ Night -Gear

I just got an email that Night-Gear is having a sale on all NiteRider lights in stock.
I thought I would share.


Here is how it works.
Go to www.night-gear.com (http://www.night-gear.com) to...
Forum: Commuting
06-17-09, 08:29 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 13,905
Posted By Caleab

I currently use Trek panniers during the winter...

I currently use Trek panniers during the winter and a Trek grocery bag pannier during the summer. I love the grocery bag style. Since I don't have to worry about rain much during the summer, it's...
Forum: Commuting
06-17-09, 08:27 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 6,591
Posted By Caleab

Huh? there's a line we can draw? DANG! ...

Huh? there's a line we can draw?

DANG! Noone told me ;)

I ride all summer. Anyone that knows the Far Northern CA knows the temps here get really hot during the summer. I rode all last year...
Forum: Commuting
06-17-09, 08:24 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,787
Posted By Caleab

I've learned to not argue with them. if he...

I've learned to not argue with them.
if he wanted to get out and arrest you, he would have done it already.

There's just no use arguing. If you know what you are doing is legal and correct, be...
Forum: Commuting
06-17-09, 08:16 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,958
Posted By Caleab

+1000 Take the lane. You got a right to be...

+1000

Take the lane. You got a right to be there. Use it.

... and as for those that "pick" on bikers, well they're usually just jealous =)
Forum: Commuting
06-16-09, 08:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 881
Posted By Caleab

Oddly, I was the same way this morning. I feel...

Oddly, I was the same way this morning. I feel kinda "out of sync". Last week I was rolling and did nicely. Today ... I've not only hit a wall, I'm still plowed up against it and just don't even...
Forum: Commuting
06-16-09, 08:24 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,603
Posted By Caleab

... because as a society it's now "OK" to not...

... because as a society it's now "OK" to not hold people accountable for their actions. There is no reason for this crap. But let's keep funneling trillions of dollars into foreign countries to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-12-09, 09:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 996
Posted By Caleab

I had the same choice to make last October. I...

I had the same choice to make last October.
I found it was actually best for me to step up to a 7.3FX (instead of the 7.2)
the cost difference seemed really good for me. Although, keep in mind I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-08-09, 01:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 751
Posted By Caleab

I had the same problem and started doing some...

I had the same problem and started doing some other exercising. Working new groups of muscles and tried to target different areas better.
I do ALOT of leg work, but my upper body was suffering. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-08-09, 11:29 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 787
Posted By Caleab

+500 and fitting in the new lifestyle with...

+500

and fitting in the new lifestyle with riding =)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-05-09, 11:05 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,823
Posted By Caleab

+1000 Ride more, treadmill less. Save...

+1000

Ride more, treadmill less.

Save the treadmill for the winter type conditions.
too dang pretty to not ride now.
Forum: Commuting
06-05-09, 11:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,780
Posted By Caleab

I don't worry about speed, so I don't pay...

I don't worry about speed, so I don't pay attention much.
I check my average at the end of the day. That's usually around 15mph.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-09, 01:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 698
Posted By Caleab

I posted it to CL for $400. May be way off, but...

I posted it to CL for $400.
May be way off, but it was a starting point and it let me provide pictures for you guys.

http://redding.craigslist.org/bik/1203582334.html

Suggestions?
Forum: Commuting
06-03-09, 01:32 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,726
Posted By Caleab

I'm thinking . o O (recumbant time :)

I'm thinking . o O (recumbant time :)
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-09, 09:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 698
Posted By Caleab

As far as I can tell it's all the original...

As far as I can tell it's all the original Suntour components.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-09, 09:27 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 474
Posted By Caleab

1985-86 Trek 560

I think my original post was in the wrong area.
so I cross posted.

1985-86 Trek 560

I just got this little guy and got it running nicely and adjusted, etc.

brand new tires, tubes, cables,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-09, 09:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 698
Posted By Caleab

Trek 560

1985-86 Trek 560

I just got this little guy and got it running nicely and adjusted, etc.

brand new tires, tubes, cables, bar wrap, saddle, bottle cage, etc.

What would you say fair market...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-02-09, 05:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,271
Posted By Caleab

I had a Trek 7200 and switched out the grips for...

I had a Trek 7200 and switched out the grips for some Bontrager Satellites.
They were awesome. Those dang fake leather ones suck (originals). They're pretty, but not functional.
Forum: Commuting
06-02-09, 02:56 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 6,899
Posted By Caleab

~15mph (15-17 on the 2.1 and 14-15 on the FX) ...

~15mph (15-17 on the 2.1 and 14-15 on the FX)
2009 Trek 2.1 & Trek 7.3FX. Slightly slower on the FX, but I was also doing a little shorter distances.
Forum: Commuting
06-02-09, 01:54 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,644
Posted By Caleab

+5 I just got a Trek 2.1 and love riding...

+5

I just got a Trek 2.1 and love riding it. But I have to wear the backpack to ride it. Hence the reason I'm looking at a Trek Portland. My 7.3FX has a rack and I use panniers in the winter...
Forum: Commuting
06-02-09, 01:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,503
Posted By Caleab

FWIW ... If you are sure that's what you want,...

FWIW ... If you are sure that's what you want, you can watch Chainlove.com, Bonktown.com and Steepandcheap.com for great priced Timbuk2 classic messenger bags. I recently got a XL bag and it's...
Forum: Commuting
06-02-09, 01:43 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,665
Posted By Caleab

I was very interested in the LHT myself. But it...

I was very interested in the LHT myself. But it seems noone remotely local to me carries them instock so I can even test ride one. Kinda sucks :( I did write a letter to the Surly folks and got a...
Forum: Commuting
06-02-09, 01:35 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 635
Posted By Caleab

Trek Portland - What year?

ok, I'm going to try to make this more simplistic.

I've pretty much decided that my next bike will be a Trek Portland. Here's the biggest question at this point.... Do I just get this year's...
Forum: Commuting
06-01-09, 07:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 826
Posted By Caleab

Another Cyclist down

http://www.appeal-democrat.com/news/chp-78125-hit-accident.html
Forum: Commuting
05-28-09, 01:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,423
Posted By Caleab

just my 2 cents.... I had a wireless...

just my 2 cents....

I had a wireless computer and loved the set up. Worked nicely, loved tracking my mileage...

that is until I came around certain "things" that interrupt the wireless signal....
Forum: Commuting
05-28-09, 01:15 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 5,810
Posted By Caleab

Kinda starting to hate the polls. They never...

Kinda starting to hate the polls. They never have the option that fits my situation.
and I don't like the "Best answer" reasoning.


I chose fitness, but it was also about saving money during...
Forum: Commuting
05-28-09, 01:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,650
Posted By Caleab

+1 Use sandals and a wicking type sock (I...

+1

Use sandals and a wicking type sock (I prefer wool). You might also try a shoe cover, but that would mean no air to your feet. Ick!
Forum: Commuting
05-28-09, 12:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,419
Posted By Caleab

Tolerate? sure.. I would also try to...

Tolerate?
sure..

I would also try to educate them with some facts, but that's all I can offer.
but chances are:

If I was actually driving a car, I don't know anyone that would have any...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-25-09, 08:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 990
Posted By Caleab

I actually had a post from yesterday about my...

I actually had a post from yesterday about my sunday ride, but I'll add it to the list here.

39 miles on my sunday ride. My longest solo ride ('course, the majority of my rides are solo). I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-24-09, 12:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 320
Posted By Caleab

Sunday Morning Ride

Just got finished with my longest solo ride.... 39 miles.
It was awesome. I'm all hyped up right now, so I gotta go find something to do. It was fun to take a picture (even though my "camera" was...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-21-09, 04:35 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,271
Posted By Caleab

5'10" 233lbs Guess this is my category too....

5'10" 233lbs

Guess this is my category too. Although I'm on the left coast :twitchy:
(and that's NORTHERN left coast... we actually have high heat here)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-21-09, 04:33 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 362
Posted By Caleab

New bike and stuff

So Trek has a nice program going on, so I went ahead and jumped. A few weeks ago, I purchased a Trek 2.1. I'm a commuter and it's proven to be a little difficult (especially compared to my racked...
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