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Forum: Recumbent
02-05-10, 06:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,390
Posted By Engyo

I have an '08 Rans V3, which is a similar bike...

I have an '08 Rans V3, which is a similar bike with a 26" front wheel. I'm very pleased with it so far.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-05-10, 09:10 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,775
Posted By Engyo

Joe - Often times if you hit "0" the...

Joe -

Often times if you hit "0" the automated phone system will switch you to someone else. I had to do this on a regular basis, when the agent assigned to my daughter's accident would never...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-04-10, 03:17 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,258
Posted By Engyo

I also have the problem of not warming up quickly...

I also have the problem of not warming up quickly in cold weather. Rode ~20 miles on Sunday, and my legs didn't get to spinning well until I turned around at the halfway point.
Forum: Commuting
01-04-10, 12:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,622
Posted By Engyo

I have a set of Vuelta MTB wheels for my V3 - ...

I have a set of Vuelta MTB wheels for my V3 - with 2 wheelsets I can run larger cushy tires on one set and skinny faster tires on the other. So far, no complaints on the Vuelta wheels.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-31-09, 01:53 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,558
Posted By Engyo

+1^^ I'm lovin' mine, too.

+1^^ I'm lovin' mine, too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-31-09, 07:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,241
Posted By Engyo

Just don't put a Helicoil rear hub back onto it. ...

Just don't put a Helicoil rear hub back onto it. The one on my '84 620 went out about a year and a half ago.
Forum: Commuting
12-30-09, 03:39 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 4,657
Posted By Engyo

Two Mirrycles on my 'bent handlebar. Haven't...

Two Mirrycles on my 'bent handlebar. Haven't decided if I will add a helmet-mounted one yet or not.
Forum: Living Car Free
12-30-09, 09:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 920
Posted By Engyo

Lots of velomobile owners and info at Bentrider...

Lots of velomobile owners and info at Bentrider Online (http://www.bentrideronline.com/messageboard/forumdisplay.php?f=15).
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-30-09, 09:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,112
Posted By Engyo

This...

This (http://www.ransbikes.com/Alterra%20Road.htm) is what I would call relaxed geometry.........without going fully recumbent.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
12-23-09, 10:24 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 932
Posted By Engyo

Mine has a volume adjustment - you can set it for...

Mine has a volume adjustment - you can set it for "Wake up distracted cager (loud)" or "Alert meat-pylons on MUP (softer)". there is al
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-23-09, 10:03 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,349
Posted By Engyo

The woman has her opinion, and you have yours. ...

The woman has her opinion, and you have yours. That they differ should not be (IMHO) a cause for anger or annoyance, but that is just my opinion.
Forum: Recumbent
12-22-09, 04:31 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 7,236
Posted By Engyo

Primarily shoulder and neck pain on longer rides....

Primarily shoulder and neck pain on longer rides. Also "Seat" pain and numb hands/wrists.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-18-09, 09:09 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,572
Posted By Engyo

Here is a pic of the modified rods......untrimmed.

Here is a pic of the modified rods......untrimmed.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-18-09, 12:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,572
Posted By Engyo

Just put a set on my V3, but haven't trimmed the...

Just put a set on my V3, but haven't trimmed the rods yet.

Can't seem to insert images from my IE6 at work. Pics will have to wait until later.
Forum: Commuting
12-18-09, 09:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 15,323
Posted By Engyo

I had to do some custom modification of the...

I had to do some custom modification of the left-hand stay on the front to fit my SKS fenders to my V3. A bend outboard, just behind the fork attachment loop, and then another bend back to the...
Forum: Touring
12-17-09, 03:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 7,383
Posted By Engyo

My truck has composite bed liner panels. I took...

My truck has composite bed liner panels. I took off the one behind the cab, and mounted two...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-09, 12:50 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 8,567
Posted By Engyo

My V3 has a low end of 30/32 and a high end of...

My V3 has a low end of 30/32 and a high end of 52/11. Sheldon Brown's calculator says 24.4 to 122.9 gear inches.

The Trek is an old tourer, with a low end of 28/28 and a high end of 50/13. Not...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-17-09, 11:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,107
Posted By Engyo

Like this? ...

Like this?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Hi06SFswb7c
Forum: Recumbent
12-16-09, 07:43 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,978
Posted By Engyo

A few people graduate from DF's to bents, and...

A few people graduate from DF's to bents, and some portion (not all) of those graduate to trikes. Not too many folks go directly from DFs to trikes, at least in my experience.
Forum: Texas
12-10-09, 09:31 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,155
Posted By Engyo

Our team had a significant drop in return signups...

Our team had a significant drop in return signups because we have reduced staff by approx 30% since this time last year. Economy related, but not a lack of company financial support per se.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-08-09, 02:03 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,098
Posted By Engyo

Quite a few of the recumbent manufacturers are...

Quite a few of the recumbent manufacturers are USA-based, but the components they use are mostly industry standard. Rans, Bachetta, Easy Racers, Cycle Genius, Lightning, Barcroft, and more. There...
Forum: Texas
12-08-09, 11:21 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,155
Posted By Engyo

Riding with my work team - Jacobs.

Riding with my work team - Jacobs.
Forum: Commuting
12-05-09, 06:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,289
Posted By Engyo

I just installed fenders on my bent today. There...

I just installed fenders on my bent today. There would have to be a significant accident to cause fender intersection with spokes. Possibly fender touching tire, but even that would take a...
Forum: Recumbent
12-05-09, 05:47 PM
Replies: 1,046
Views: 497,978
Posted By Engyo

Here is my steel V3 - I've had it for about 2...

Here is my steel V3 - I've had it for about 2 weeks now.
Forum: Recumbent
11-28-09, 04:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 917
Posted By Engyo

Hi, Sergio - I would think that a rear...

Hi, Sergio -

I would think that a rear wheel conversion would be unlikely, without significant frame mods. I know people have converted 20" fronts to 26"; success seems dependent on the geometry...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-28-09, 08:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,048
Posted By Engyo

I just take the lighthead off the bike when not...

I just take the lighthead off the bike when not in use; put it in a bag or pocket. A rubber cap of some sort would also keep the connector clean. Of course, you could also buy a Y-cable from...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-24-09, 09:17 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,016
Posted By Engyo

Yeah, but both pumps are set up for the Prestas,...

Yeah, but both pumps are set up for the Prestas, and the gauges on both pumps seem to be accurate enough.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-24-09, 09:07 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,016
Posted By Engyo

My floor pump and my Road Morph both have gauges....

My floor pump and my Road Morph both have gauges. I have a nice electronic one in the car, but it won't do Presta's.
Forum: Recumbent
11-22-09, 05:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,977
Posted By Engyo

I just bought a Topeak Bar Extender...

I just bought a Topeak Bar Extender (http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_ss_0_11?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords=topeak+bar+extender&sprefix=Topeak+Bar+) from Amazon for my new Sigma computer, as...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-22-09, 04:50 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,266
Posted By Engyo

Hi, Tom - I beat you to it by a few months;...

Hi, Tom -

I beat you to it by a few months; nothing seems to be missing so far. Although, I did just buy a recumbent, so there's that. Gotta keep up the stereotype, right?
Forum: Recumbent
11-22-09, 08:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,977
Posted By Engyo

IH, you are lucky. Mine won't be out of the shop...

IH, you are lucky. Mine won't be out of the shop until Tuesday. General tuneup & cleaning, and replacement of rear rim. The seller didn't admit it, but forensic evidence suggests that the bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-22-09, 06:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 660
Posted By Engyo

I want to see the procession going down the main...

I want to see the procession going down the main street at 8 mph with a horde of bikes (headlights on) following, and motorcycles fore and aft controlling traffic.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-19-09, 06:52 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,728
Posted By Engyo

I want the option to display thread titles only...

I want the option to display thread titles only (not the three lines of preview) on the "New Posts" screen. I can't find out whether this option is available.
Forum: Recumbent
11-12-09, 07:41 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 11,968
Posted By Engyo

Yes, except for the fact that we are discussing...

Yes, except for the fact that we are discussing human beings here; most of whom use logic only as a very last resort far behind emotion when making such choices.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-10-09, 01:41 PM
Replies: 718
Views: 137,690
Posted By Engyo

Where's the shotgun to wipe the smirk off that...

Where's the shotgun to wipe the smirk off that tree-rat's face?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-10-09, 12:39 PM
Replies: 398
Views: 96,725
Posted By Engyo

She's only 16 years older than you.............. ...

She's only 16 years older than you..............
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Dita_Von_Teese
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-10-09, 11:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 513
Posted By Engyo

Preachin' to the choir..........

Preachin' to the choir..........
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-10-09, 11:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,585
Posted By Engyo

No pics, but I have seen Viking horns on a bike...

No pics, but I have seen Viking horns on a bike helmet before.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-10-09, 11:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 513
Posted By Engyo

Well, if you read the article, some folks are...

Well, if you read the article, some folks are advocating for more sidewalks for "pedestrians and bicyclists"........
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-10-09, 09:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 513
Posted By Engyo

Why Biking in Houston is hazardous to your health

Why walking in Houston is hazardous to your health
By CAROLYN FEIBEL Copyright 2009 Houston Chronicle
Nov. 10, 2009, 12:25AM

Walking is great for your health and helps the environment.

It...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-09-09, 02:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,067
Posted By Engyo

I like the sacrifical cheap bike idea........got...

I like the sacrifical cheap bike idea........got just the candidate!
Forum: Recumbent
11-09-09, 02:15 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 11,968
Posted By Engyo

If this comes thru properly then they are (left...

If this comes thru properly then they are (left to right) (click on attachment to zoom in)

LWB (long wheelbase), MLWB (medium-long wheelbase), SWB (short wheelbase), not quite sure, highracer,...
Forum: Recumbent
11-09-09, 01:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 793
Posted By Engyo

Hi, Clutch - you might try asking this question...

Hi, Clutch - you might try asking this question over at BROL (http://http://www.bentrideronline.com/messageboard/index.php) .
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-09-09, 11:46 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,067
Posted By Engyo

Odds on it being ruled the cyclist's fault?

Odds on it being ruled the cyclist's fault?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-05-09, 10:53 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 5,078
Posted By Engyo

Control Systems Design Lead.

Control Systems Design Lead.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-09, 03:53 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,008
Posted By Engyo

Yowza! Cleaning the gutters? Heal quickly and...

Yowza! Cleaning the gutters? Heal quickly and well.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-04-09, 01:36 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,661
Posted By Engyo

+1 ^^ My old friction shifters have no...

+1 ^^ My old friction shifters have no indicators. Lever up = bigger ring, lever down = smaller ring.
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-30-09, 12:30 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,150
Posted By Engyo

Yeah, probably about a 50-pund rock should take...

Yeah, probably about a 50-pund rock should take care of it nicely.
Forum: Commuting
10-30-09, 11:30 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,883
Posted By Engyo

During nighttime or daytime? I was hit during...

During nighttime or daytime? I was hit during daytime, wearing a red jersey, reflective material on shoes and panniers, and blinking taillight going.
Forum: Touring
10-29-09, 07:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 575
Posted By Engyo

http://www.biketexas.org/index.php?option=com_webl...

http://www.biketexas.org/index.php?option=com_weblinks&view=category&id=57&Itemid=126
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