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Forum: Road Cycling
05-15-12, 07:03 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,321
Posted By shouldberiding

The best thing about denim is that when it's wet...

The best thing about denim is that when it's wet it's super comfortable, insulates really well, and evaporates moisture really quickly. Also, that seam up the middle rubbing against your crotch as...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-12, 09:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,288
Posted By shouldberiding

Yes, tire size can make a big difference in how...

Yes, tire size can make a big difference in how the bike feels. As will tread and tire pressure.

According to Trek, you can go down to a 700x28c size tire. If you're riding only on pavement, go...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-12, 09:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 535
Posted By shouldberiding

I don't listen to music on the bike, but I...

I don't listen to music on the bike, but I sometimes sing Monty Python's Lumberjack Song.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-12, 09:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,373
Posted By shouldberiding

In general, the more rigid rubber sole of a MTB...

In general, the more rigid rubber sole of a MTB shoe isn't going to grip platform pedals as well as a street shoe will. Don't be surprised if they're downright slippery even when dry. Don't even...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-12, 09:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,138
Posted By shouldberiding

I have never had any problems with my Thomson...

I have never had any problems with my Thomson stem or seatpost.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-12, 04:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,838
Posted By shouldberiding

That's funny, because flat bars cause more...

That's funny, because flat bars cause more shoulder and back discomfort for me than anything in God's creation.

I wouldn't recommend drop bars on a mountain bike though.

Do it. Lots of hand...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-12, 12:48 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,958
Posted By shouldberiding

"No wind" is something which occurs so...

"No wind" is something which occurs so infrequently around here that I remember hearing a choir of Seraphim praising God's name from on high last time it happened.

It was two years ago.

It...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-12, 03:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,352
Posted By shouldberiding

It's a problem with the server, your internet...

It's a problem with the server, your internet connection, or the download manager in your browser if awful.

Try the torrent option as bikerjp suggested. uTorrent (http://www.utorrent.com/) is an...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-20-12, 07:32 PM
Replies: 259
Views: 14,990
Posted By shouldberiding

You don't have to be a jerk to the person who...

You don't have to be a jerk to the person who bought a cheap bike, but there's nothing wrong with telling them that it's not worth the cost of a tune-up unless they learn to do it themselves. Maybe...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-19-12, 10:24 PM
Replies: 259
Views: 14,990
Posted By shouldberiding

Yes, when you take a $150 bicycle and stick...

Yes, when you take a $150 bicycle and stick another $300 worth of parts on it, it becomes a decent bicycle. Maybe.

What in the hell does that have to do with anything? We're talking about people...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-12, 12:37 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 6,566
Posted By shouldberiding

fify

fify
Forum: Commuting
02-12-12, 07:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,723
Posted By shouldberiding

+1 Bringing shoes to and from work is a pain.

+1
Bringing shoes to and from work is a pain.
Forum: Commuting
02-12-12, 07:32 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,936
Posted By shouldberiding

I often do the same thing. If make sure I get out...

I often do the same thing. If make sure I get out front so drivers can see me.

Same concept as a bike box:
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I wish we had more of these here.
Forum: Commuting
02-05-12, 03:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 589
Posted By shouldberiding

Winter? Hahahahha... We've had two inches of...

Winter? Hahahahha...

We've had two inches of snow and temperatures over 40F. That's not winter.

I'm putting my slicks back on today.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-17-12, 12:33 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,298
Posted By shouldberiding

I'll see your Nashville and raise you Kalamazoo: ...

I'll see your Nashville and raise you Kalamazoo:
http://www.heritageguitar.com/models/Com1024x768/H150%20VSB.jpg
(How Gibson guitars used to be made, where they used to be made)...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-12, 02:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,096
Posted By shouldberiding

Good advice here. Forefoot varus/valgus is a pain...

Good advice here. Forefoot varus/valgus is a pain because in addition to worsening power transfer to the pedal, it limits circulation and causes numb toes on longer rides. That's a big problem in the...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-27-11, 02:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,118
Posted By shouldberiding

Thus proving that winter in Flagstaff, Arizona is...

Thus proving that winter in Flagstaff, Arizona is very different from winter in Madison, WI.

Higher tire pressure makes traction worse in winter conditions. The higher the tire pressure, the...
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-27-11, 02:24 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,614
Posted By shouldberiding

VERY important point. Especially when you're...

VERY important point. Especially when you're wearing thicker wool socks. Loosen up those straps.

I've been riding in weather down to 20F this year in my regular summer shoes with the vents taped...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-11, 12:48 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,371
Posted By shouldberiding

Thank you. I was going to mention that. Common...

Thank you. I was going to mention that. Common myth in cooking is that if you add salt to a pot of water it'll prevent it from boiling over. Fact is the resulting food wouldn't be edible if you added...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-11, 12:26 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,582
Posted By shouldberiding

Love the cloverleafs at the end of the seat stays.

Love the cloverleafs at the end of the seat stays.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-11, 02:10 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 17,443
Posted By shouldberiding

Seatpost and stem should match. Saddle and tape...

Seatpost and stem should match. Saddle and tape should match also. It is not that they must, just that they should. It generally looks much better that way.

I have complied with the former though...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-29-11, 07:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,446
Posted By shouldberiding

My feet are right in the middle fit wise with my...

My feet are right in the middle fit wise with my shoes. I can loosen for thick socks or tighten for thinner. You would probably need a half size larger in your brand.

Yes, the chemical warmers go...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-29-11, 05:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,446
Posted By shouldberiding

Last year I rode in my regular shoes with Defeet...

Last year I rode in my regular shoes with Defeet Woolie Boolie socks. I have the old version of Performance Bike's neoprene bootie. Has a heavy duty zipper and heavy rubber sole. They're the most...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-27-11, 07:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,102
Posted By shouldberiding

The thing about the zip tie method is that it's...

The thing about the zip tie method is that it's NOT a replacement for studs. It's a completely different concept.

Zip ties on a slick tire are more like chains on a car tire.

Chains are for...
Forum: Commuting
11-27-11, 07:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,002
Posted By shouldberiding

Those look great, I just wish they were SPD...

Those look great, I just wish they were SPD compatible.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-11, 07:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,486
Posted By shouldberiding

First of all, what kind of setup do you have? You...

First of all, what kind of setup do you have? You asked about a nine cog cassette so is it nine speed?

I would suggest that you go with a regular 11-32 or 12-36 cassette for nine speed. The gaps...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-27-11, 06:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,035
Posted By shouldberiding

High impact sports, like running, are worse on my...

High impact sports, like running, are worse on my asthma. It's mild, but certain activities are worse that others. I've never had good knees, either.

So I guess what I'm saying is that I still...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-11, 08:11 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,657
Posted By shouldberiding

Even if my time were worth only minimum wage,...

Even if my time were worth only minimum wage, waiting in a queue for two days for a bottom of the barrel $199 LCD TV is not a good deal.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-22-11, 01:17 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,150
Posted By shouldberiding

My work is giving a cheap (cheap) Huffy kids...

My work is giving a cheap (cheap) Huffy kids mountain bike away in a raffle. I wouldn't let a child ride that death trap, but that's me.

I must have spent 45 minutes dicking around with that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-12-11, 02:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 783
Posted By shouldberiding

Sure you've got the correct amount of spacers...

Sure you've got the correct amount of spacers under the stem and the headset tension is set properly?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-11, 10:32 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,434
Posted By shouldberiding

The US Environmental Protection Agency might...

The US Environmental Protection Agency might disagree with you on that one.

Clean Air Act (http://www.epa.gov/air/caa/)
Clean Water Act (http://www.epa.gov/lawsregs/laws/cwa.html)

Of course...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-14-11, 10:16 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,575
Posted By shouldberiding

I can't think of a single situation in which...

I can't think of a single situation in which having the brakes on a bicycle engage unexpectedly would be a bad thing. Not one.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-11, 08:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 822
Posted By shouldberiding

Depends on the shop. Can't hurt to ask.

Depends on the shop. Can't hurt to ask.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-11, 08:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 822
Posted By shouldberiding

Pretty sure most of the bike shops around here...

Pretty sure most of the bike shops around here charge about $15 for wheel truing (per wheel), unless it's a low spoke count wheel.

Nothing to lose by having them take a look at it. Assuming there...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-11, 09:00 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 5,918
Posted By shouldberiding

Camelbacks are awesome. I love them for camping....

Camelbacks are awesome. I love them for camping. When I got my first hydration pack/back pack I thought it was the neatest **** ever. When I'm on the bike though I just can't stand having crap on my...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-11, 10:33 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 5,918
Posted By shouldberiding

I couldn't give a hoot what I look like wearing a...

I couldn't give a hoot what I look like wearing a Camelbak. It's not as comfortable having a hydration pack on my back.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-11, 08:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 676
Posted By shouldberiding

With a triple up front you will have a wide range...

With a triple up front you will have a wide range overall. The biggest thing is not ending up with a cassette where you'll be shifting the front all the damn time, or needing to shift front and rear...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-11, 08:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,155
Posted By shouldberiding

Inquiring minds wish to know!

Inquiring minds wish to know!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-11, 08:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 919
Posted By shouldberiding

Well, what bars have you tried and what are the...

Well, what bars have you tried and what are the problems you've had with them? Perhaps stack height, stem length, or bar angle are giving you problems too.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-11, 08:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 676
Posted By shouldberiding

If you're spinning out at 28-30mph going downhill...

If you're spinning out at 28-30mph going downhill with your current gearing you probably need to work on spinning at a higher cadence. Then again, how steep a grade in how much wind are we talking?...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-11, 06:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 386
Posted By shouldberiding

Additionally, if it has Deore XT all around then...

Additionally, if it has Deore XT all around then it was probably a pretty good bike when new. If you really like it and want more hand positions I highly recommend the Nasbar Trekking Bar...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-11, 06:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 386
Posted By shouldberiding

Don't bother. This is a project for somebody with...

Don't bother. This is a project for somebody with the parts just laying around. Upgrading an old mountain bike with new road components is a fools errand. You'll have spent hundreds of dollars only...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-11, 05:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 739
Posted By shouldberiding

Some good suggestions offered here, but I have to...

Some good suggestions offered here, but I have to agree. I'd never give up a bottle cage for a U-lock.

Almost seems like the chain stay on the non drive side would be a better place for it. They...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-11, 02:06 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,416
Posted By shouldberiding

You know, if he's just thinking about giving...

You know, if he's just thinking about giving touring a try I'd look out for something cheap and used on Craiglist that has braze-ons for racks. A rigid mountain bike would work just fine. Put some...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-11, 01:49 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,416
Posted By shouldberiding

So you see, not Joe Uber-Cyclist. That explains...

So you see, not Joe Uber-Cyclist. That explains why he didn't ride it. I guess that answers my "How much did he pay for it?" question too.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-11, 01:45 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 585
Posted By shouldberiding

Any number of things can cause toe numbness. ...

Any number of things can cause toe numbness.

Could be the shoe's toe box is too tight. Tried loosening the strap a bit?

Could be insoles are too squishy. What feels comfy in a walking shoe can...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-11, 01:35 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,416
Posted By shouldberiding

Plus, I bet popping spokes on low spoke count...

Plus, I bet popping spokes on low spoke count wheels like that sucks pretty hard. I can't imagine that would be a fun roadside repair, assuming you were carrying extras.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-11, 01:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 851
Posted By shouldberiding

Get a beater bike for school. You could do 5k on...

Get a beater bike for school. You could do 5k on absolutely anything. Then get clipless for the non-beater.

Even without the pedal question, get a beater bike for school. Even if your current bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-11, 01:24 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,416
Posted By shouldberiding

Ah. I misunderstood. Well, after a search it...

Ah. I misunderstood.

Well, after a search it looks like just the frameset alone retailed when new for at least $2000. I also found a listing for a NOS '08 Cyrene with Dura Ace but a different...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-11, 12:54 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 48,747
Posted By shouldberiding

Another vote for "Cage Rockets Suck."

Another vote for "Cage Rockets Suck."
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