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Forum: Commuting
10-22-14, 08:26 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,499
Posted By blwyn

The next time out (tomorrow) my Kona Dr Dew will...

The next time out (tomorrow) my Kona Dr Dew will hit 14,000 miles.
Forum: Touring
02-09-13, 09:34 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 15,775
Posted By blwyn

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001E0L5YA/ref=asc_df_B00...

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B001E0L5YA/ref=asc_df_B001E0L5YA2380423?smid=A1LQ759O23Q0NG&tag=sdcbing5-20&linkCode=asn&creative=39512
Dog Dazer II Ultrasonic Dog Deterrent
by Dog Dazer II
2.9 out of 5...
Forum: Commuting
10-20-12, 07:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 497
Posted By blwyn

ODO milestone

I recently hit 11111 miles on the commuter bike! Forward, backward, right side up, up side down - any way you look at it I've ridden 11111 car replacement miles. What milestones do you have on your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-09, 06:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,480
Posted By blwyn

The list is not complete without the bicycle...

The list is not complete without the bicycle "smile" video.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wW1jCbmQ0w (http://http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0wW1jCbmQ0w)
Forum: Commuting
06-03-09, 07:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,745
Posted By blwyn

Had to go 100 miles to get my Dr Dew, but have...

Had to go 100 miles to get my Dr Dew, but have been cummuting on it for two years and loving it.
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_WSCT9jgyFgk/Sek56dC8p4I/AAAAAAAABIs/iM8xD2bDa8w/s512/P4100229.JPG
Forum: Commuting
04-17-09, 08:55 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 61,129
Posted By blwyn

Ergons with barends added. Specialized...

Ergons with barends added. Specialized speedometer.
http://lh5.ggpht.com/_WSCT9jgyFgk/Sek6E9TAmQI/AAAAAAAABJE/MJoPyDpFrCk/s128/P4100238.JPG
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
04-17-09, 08:53 PM
Replies: 1,289
Views: 133,705
Posted By blwyn

test ...

test

http://lh4.ggpht.com/_WSCT9jgyFgk/Sek-qsb4htI/AAAAAAAABKY/spK-0c5T5ms/Copy%20of%20P4100238%20%28Small%29.JPG
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
04-17-09, 08:51 PM
Replies: 1,289
Views: 133,705
Posted By blwyn

http://://lh4.ggpht.com/_WSCT9jgyFgk/Sek-qsb4htI/A...

http://://lh4.ggpht.com/_WSCT9jgyFgk/Sek-qsb4htI/AAAAAAAABKY/spK-0c5T5ms/Copy%20of%20P4100238%20%28Small%29.JPG

test
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
04-17-09, 08:38 PM
Replies: 1,289
Views: 133,705
Posted By blwyn

test

test
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-15-08, 10:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,565
Posted By blwyn

They also have a Husky brand 3 watt LED that runs...

They also have a Husky brand 3 watt LED that runs on 3 AA batteries for about $18. It is very bright. It could easily light the way for riding. Rated at 145 lumes. About 4-5 inches long, 1.5 in...
Forum: Great Lakes
09-28-08, 06:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,082
Posted By blwyn

Escanaba is not the best place for an avid biker....

Escanaba is not the best place for an avid biker. The mnt biking is only ok (at best). For road biking, there really are not a lot of good options. The roads in the area tend to be state hiways or...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-10-08, 09:51 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,920
Posted By blwyn

Soil your pants. Then run like crazy.

Soil your pants.

Then run like crazy.
Forum: Touring
05-29-08, 07:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,666
Posted By blwyn

It comes with 2 skewers (long and short). My...

It comes with 2 skewers (long and short). My fender worked with the hardware I received, but you would never have known it by looking at the directions. I finally tossed the directions and figured...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-17-08, 08:57 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,211
Posted By blwyn

The latest information was that the teen was...

The latest information was that the teen was texting while driving and had 3 other teens in the vehicle. I doubt that she was paying much attention to the road.
Forum: Commuting
05-15-08, 07:49 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,246
Posted By blwyn

Highlights of the week: I've seen one other...

Highlights of the week:
I've seen one other person on a bike (more than usual).
Waiting behind a car at a stop light. Driver suddenly decided to backup. Bent my wheel and damaged the disc brake....
Forum: Commuting
05-03-08, 09:26 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 723
Posted By blwyn

Wrap around frame top tube, secure with velcro...

Wrap around frame top tube, secure with velcro strap.
Forum: Commuting
10-19-07, 10:32 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,383,261
Posted By blwyn

My Dr. Dew. 1.5 years in and loving it. ...

My Dr. Dew. 1.5 years in and loving it.

56956

56957
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-23-07, 07:35 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 24,263
Posted By blwyn

6 year old Honey Pro.

6 year old Honey Pro.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-03-07, 10:42 AM
Replies: 21
Mtr
Views: 1,537
Posted By blwyn

We had a nice time at the ride. We did the long...

We had a nice time at the ride. We did the long route on Saturday and the medium route on Sunday. In re-reading the descriptions above, I believe I remember passing bikeriderdave at about the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-26-07, 10:33 AM
Replies: 21
Mtr
Views: 1,537
Posted By blwyn

Has anyone received a registration confirmation...

Has anyone received a registration confirmation for the ride? We registered last spring and have never received a confirmation or schedule. Any idea where and when the ride begins on Saturday (we...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-26-07, 10:20 AM
Replies: 21
Mtr
Views: 1,537
Posted By blwyn

We'll be there. Red Trek T200 that has a trunk...

We'll be there. Red Trek T200 that has a trunk bag with a small orange foam semi-truck as the zipper pull. I don't know what we will be wearing, but I do know that it will not not be a matching set!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-04-07, 12:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,378
Posted By blwyn

You can watch her laughing while taking the...

You can watch her laughing while taking the sobrity test here:
http://www.nbc26.com/news/local/8275242.html

Hit the video button.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-03-07, 07:55 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,378
Posted By blwyn

She was released on $5,000 bail today! She has...

She was released on $5,000 bail today! She has to appear again next week, bail may be increased at that time. All three bikers were up on the sidewalk when hit. She jumped the curb then hit them.
Forum: Touring
04-25-07, 09:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 931
Posted By blwyn

I lived in Munising for a number of years. As...

I lived in Munising for a number of years. As others have already noted, the roads over a good portion of this route are sugar sand.

Unless they have improved the road, there is not much...
Forum: Commuting
04-22-07, 09:12 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 7,850
Posted By blwyn

I love the clipless on my road bike, but on my...

I love the clipless on my road bike, but on my commuter, it's platforms all the way. I made the switch after discovering that in an emergency, my disc brakes can stop me quicker than I can unclip. ...
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-22-07, 09:12 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 7,069
Posted By blwyn

I love the clipless on my road bike, but on my...

I love the clipless on my road bike, but on my commuter, it's platforms all the way. I made the switch after discovering that in an emergency, my disc brakes can stop me quicker than I can unclip. ...
Forum: Commuting
04-01-07, 07:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,015
Posted By blwyn

Kona Dr. Dew, may be pushing your price limit...

Kona Dr. Dew, may be pushing your price limit though. I really enjoy mine for the type of riding that you described.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-07, 07:13 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,691
Posted By blwyn

An LAB membership will also get you a "free"...

An LAB membership will also get you a "free" subscription.
Forum: Commuting
01-26-07, 07:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,121
Posted By blwyn

Don't use the facilities at work, just ride home...

Don't use the facilities at work, just ride home every time you have to pee.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-07, 07:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 712
Posted By blwyn

The only way is to replace the tube.

The only way is to replace the tube.
Forum: Commuting
12-23-06, 09:43 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,389
Posted By blwyn

I prefer them to traffic lights as they remove...

I prefer them to traffic lights as they remove the left turn and right on red threats to cyclists. There are two key risks to be aware of though. 1. Everyone is moving. Most vehicles use a...
Forum: Touring
10-31-06, 07:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,137
Posted By blwyn

I have discs on my commuter. Didn't think they...

I have discs on my commuter. Didn't think they were really worth it, but wanted to try something new. About two months after buying the bike, on a drizzly day, a SUV blew through a stop sign. I...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-28-06, 06:43 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 3,858
Posted By blwyn

Taking away a drivers license does nothing. In...

Taking away a drivers license does nothing. In the past year, 2 local TV stations have done hidden camera invetigations of people driving to court for their hearings on driving with a suspended...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-22-06, 07:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,469
Posted By blwyn

1. Behave like a motor vehicle. 2. Always be...

1. Behave like a motor vehicle.
2. Always be aware and on the alert. My closest calls have always came when my thoughts had drifted off and I wasn't paying attention.
Forum: Commuting
08-03-06, 07:20 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,223
Posted By blwyn

Knowing that I'm doing the right thing for myself...

Knowing that I'm doing the right thing for myself and for the world.
Forum: Commuting
08-02-06, 06:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,175
Posted By blwyn

I attached the Planet Bike BRT7 to my rear rack...

I attached the Planet Bike BRT7 to my rear rack with the regular attachment hardware that it came with. The attachment loop cranks down to a pretty small diameter.
Forum: Touring
07-30-06, 01:35 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 11,205
Posted By blwyn

I cut a band off an old inner tube and use it. ...

I cut a band off an old inner tube and use it. Cost = $0.00.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-06, 06:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,179
Posted By blwyn

I've tried soldering the cables a few times,...

I've tried soldering the cables a few times, always with poor results. The solder just runs off. I was using common plumbing solder, should I be using something else?
Forum: Commuting
07-22-06, 08:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,588
Posted By blwyn

It could be the tire liner taking up too much...

It could be the tire liner taking up too much space that's keeping the inflation down. Are you sure you need the liners? I've ridden Armadillos for years without liners or flats (25 mile roundtrip...
Forum: Commuting
07-22-06, 08:14 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 10,833
Posted By blwyn

I've used both the Sweat Gutr and the Halo. The...

I've used both the Sweat Gutr and the Halo. The Halo is more comfortable and works very well. With the Sweat Gutr I find that I have to wear it just barely above my eyebrows. I do wish the gutter...
Forum: Touring
07-15-06, 02:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 672
Posted By blwyn

I lived in Corinth for a few years. The riding...

I lived in Corinth for a few years. The riding isn't all that great around there. Narrow roads, lots of dogs. Shiloh and the Trace were my two favorite rides. I didn't have too many enjoyable...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-10-06, 09:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 421
Posted By blwyn

Williamson Bike, downtown, is a nice shop with...

Williamson Bike, downtown, is a nice shop with friendly help.
Forum: Commuting
07-08-06, 01:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 529
Posted By blwyn

I did my 12.5 mile commute on a drop bar bike for...

I did my 12.5 mile commute on a drop bar bike for 8 years, I haven't missed the drops with the Dr Dew. There's enough stop and go on my route that I don't need alternative postitions. It is a bit...
Forum: Commuting
07-07-06, 09:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 529
Posted By blwyn

Kona Dr Dew. I got one last month and have been...

Kona Dr Dew. I got one last month and have been diggin it ever since.
Forum: Commuting
06-17-06, 09:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,419
Posted By blwyn

I just picked up a Dr Dew today. Had to go over...

I just picked up a Dr Dew today. Had to go over 100 miles to the only dealer in the state with one. It was a 2005 version. I even got the same rack as you. You got a great price for a 2006.
...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-20-06, 08:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,408
Posted By blwyn

I used an overnight soak in Marvel's Mystery Oil...

I used an overnight soak in Marvel's Mystery Oil to free up a crudded 8 year old STI shifter. It's worked like new ever since.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-06, 08:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 504
Posted By blwyn

See Mackinac Island, MI

See Mackinac Island, MI
Forum: Commuting
05-04-06, 07:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 664
Posted By blwyn

A loop of bike chain can also be used between the...

A loop of bike chain can also be used between the seat and frame. A little lighter than real chain.
Forum: Touring
04-23-06, 07:24 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 685
Posted By blwyn

35 has shoulders, maybe 3-4 ft. Going west of...

35 has shoulders, maybe 3-4 ft. Going west of Escy on 2 is about like 35 only with more logging trucks and no beaches. Unless you go all the way to 41, you have to connect a lot of back roads to...
Forum: Touring
04-20-06, 09:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 685
Posted By blwyn

There is no ferry service from either Escanba or...

There is no ferry service from either Escanba or Menominee to Door Peninsula. If you are a smooth talker though, I would bet that if you showed up at the Menominee marina you could talk yourself a...
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