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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-09, 11:02 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,144,000
Posted By djetelina

Speaking of Craigslist, I have been looking for a...

Speaking of Craigslist, I have been looking for a way to do automated searches of CL for some time. Even thought about writing my own script, but of course Craig's Rules states that it is not allowed...
Forum: Commuting
11-16-09, 08:47 AM
Replies: 363
Views: 69,892
Posted By djetelina

The ABUS granit x-plus is a pretty tough u-lock...

The ABUS granit x-plus is a pretty tough u-lock for sure. To help explain the shearing action of a bolt cutter as related to the shape of the target (chain, shackle, u-lock, cable) I would like to...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-11-09, 01:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,295
Posted By djetelina

Upgrade from Planet Bike Blaze 1W -> 2W???

Ok, PB has come out with their new Blaze 2 watt bike light in flat black. Been using a 1 watt Blaze (that I painted black) for the past 2 years. Have the itchy finger to visit my LBS and buy the 2W....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-11-09, 01:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 929
Posted By djetelina

Get the LaCrosse charger, period. It is not a...

Get the LaCrosse charger, period. It is not a matter of saving 5 bucks here or there that matters. Been using my LaCrosse w/ a Dinotte lite and this charger just flat kicks wild a$$. You will not be...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-11-09, 01:26 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,118
Posted By djetelina

La Crosse Technology's AA-AAA charger is one of...

La Crosse Technology's AA-AAA charger is one of the best. A good charger being the most important factor IMHO for getting good battery performance. Don't get hooked by going out to Wally World and...
Forum: Northeast
11-11-09, 01:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,702
Posted By djetelina

A really nice bike, no wonder it got pilfered in...

A really nice bike, no wonder it got pilfered in NYC. Next time think about using a proactive free BikeRegistry service off the net to register and most importantly TAG your bike before it hikes off...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
11-01-09, 09:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 831
Posted By djetelina

Register and TAG it (BEFORE it goes missing)...

Register and TAG it (BEFORE it goes missing) using a free public BikeRegistry service if you want more than have 1/2 a chance of getting it back. Unfortunately for you, your chances of recovery at...
Forum: Folding Bikes
11-01-09, 09:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,808
Posted By djetelina

As you probably know, never use ANY cable device...

As you probably know, never use ANY cable device to "secure" any bike that you would rather keep. Bolt cutters will cut said cable like butter, a small pair of wire snips will whittle its way thru in...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-09, 09:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,371
Posted By djetelina

Next time be a little more proactive and use one...

Next time be a little more proactive and use one of the FREE BikeRegistry services off the net to register and most importantly TAG your CF bike if leaving it anywhere in a high-risk metro area like...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-29-09, 03:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,847
Posted By djetelina

Get a case-hardened chain w/ monobloc. Mount...

Get a case-hardened chain w/ monobloc.
Mount it like this:
http://i592.photobucket.com/albums/tt5/djetelina/UnderSeat2.jpg
Forum: Commuting
10-21-09, 10:17 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,400
Posted By djetelina

I think you will find the vast majority of stolen...

I think you will find the vast majority of stolen bikes were "locked up" with some type of cable device. My advice on cables is simple. DO NOT secure any bike that you would rather keep with ANY...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-17-09, 02:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,490
Posted By djetelina

A case-hardened bike chain offers the most...

A case-hardened bike chain offers the most flexibility in terms of locking up. You can put together your own "kit" by visiting a quality hardware store and buying chain, wrapping it in an old tube...
Forum: Commuting
10-13-09, 08:01 AM
Replies: 363
Views: 69,892
Posted By djetelina

Yes, a really funny vid. Put a link to it on my...

Yes, a really funny vid. Put a link to it on my site.

And one other thing I forgot to mention regarding the ABUS monobloc. In the real world, our company actually puts our bank account on the...
Forum: Commuting
10-12-09, 09:24 AM
Replies: 363
Views: 69,892
Posted By djetelina

Gosh, not to beat this thread to death, but to...

Gosh, not to beat this thread to death, but to offer some clarification. With all due respect please see comments in blue. All the best.
Forum: Commuting
10-11-09, 09:45 AM
Replies: 363
Views: 69,892
Posted By djetelina

The Kryp chain/lock combo is secure, but when...

The Kryp chain/lock combo is secure, but when locking up w/ chain, nothing beats the speed and convenience of an ABUS style monobloc lock. Reason? The ABUS design is non-key retaining (does not...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-30-09, 09:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,593
Posted By djetelina

I wish I was in a position to obtain the...

I wish I was in a position to obtain the statistical information you mentioned and had the time to analyze and present the results. Would be an interesting exercise.

With that said, and as I...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
09-30-09, 08:53 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,533
Posted By djetelina

Sounds like you have it made in the shade. Just...

Sounds like you have it made in the shade. Just pace yourself though the first 60 or so miles, don't do anything to radical. Then take it easy thru the next 20 miles. Maybe a bit of suffering on...
Forum: Texas
09-30-09, 08:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 760
Posted By djetelina

Will try to make it myself. Thanks for the...

Will try to make it myself. Thanks for the reminder!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-28-09, 08:13 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,593
Posted By djetelina

Seen your sticker, WTF??? In regard to u-locks, I...

Seen your sticker, WTF??? In regard to u-locks, I never use them, many are a 2nd class approach. Of course one should NEVER use a cable for anything other then wheel & seat retention. ONLY use a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-23-09, 09:08 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,593
Posted By djetelina

Not to dwell on the obvious BUT if the OP had...

Not to dwell on the obvious BUT if the OP had been a little proactive and took a few minutes to use a free public BikeRegistry service off the net to register and TAG his bike BEFORE he got his bike...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-20-09, 05:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,593
Posted By djetelina

NEVER lock anything up w/ ANY cable device. ...

NEVER lock anything up w/ ANY cable device. Clearly you went the safer route w/ the u-lock. BUT u's get broke on a fairly regular basis. Cause the perps can see your brand label 20 feet away, next...
Forum: Commuting
09-19-09, 12:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,819
Posted By djetelina

I was selling the same Locking Skewers as...

I was selling the same Locking Skewers as VeloOrange; they are of good quality, work well. But with that Skewer you have to keep track of the "drilled Allen wrench".

Went to our own design,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-15-09, 11:41 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 8,674
Posted By djetelina

Fixie Skewers?

Kind of curious what most fixed/ss folks are using for skewers.
Original QR or something else?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-09, 11:54 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,395
Posted By djetelina

Just a tip on the road rash. Picked up a bottle...

Just a tip on the road rash. Picked up a bottle of Band-Aid brand "Antiseptic Wash" from the big-box drugstore. This stuff is killer on road rash, is an antiseptic and an anesthetic. Use it once &...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-05-09, 11:49 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,907
Posted By djetelina

Had a bunch of OBAMA stickers printed up. They...

Had a bunch of OBAMA stickers printed up.
They are not moving!! If interested in some let me know....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-09, 11:38 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 68,428
Posted By djetelina

NEVER lock any bike that you would like to keep...

NEVER lock any bike that you would like to keep with ANY cable device. When the bad guys go bike shopping, they are coming w/ chinee bolt cutters, usually 30-36" and they will dispatch any said cable...
Forum: Northeast
09-02-09, 09:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,256
Posted By djetelina

Next time register and TAG it as shown in...

Next time register and TAG it as shown in multiple places, www.bikeregistry.com/INSTALL.php (http://www.bikeregistry.com/INSTALL.php) , regardless of which registry service you use. The cowardly...
Forum: Commuting
08-30-09, 09:22 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,610
Posted By djetelina

What model Mul-T-Lock was that? The MONOBLOC...

What model Mul-T-Lock was that? The MONOBLOC style Mul-T-Lock (a very high end and difficult lock to chop). Or was is one of the Mul-T-Lock standard shackle style padlocks, w/ shackle fully exposed,...
Forum: Commuting
08-25-09, 09:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,430
Posted By djetelina

Actually a GREAT QUESTION regarding bike...

Actually a GREAT QUESTION regarding bike camouflage. Got me to thinkin. Came up w/ a Decal Kit which provides the illusion of Bike Scratches/Structural Cracks. Just got the samples in from the...
Forum: Northern California
08-24-09, 10:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,684
Posted By djetelina

"I did file a police report and the bike is...

"I did file a police report and the bike is registered as well."
-Registered and TAG'd PRIOR to the theft.
Or did you register AFTER having it pilfered???
Forum: Texas
08-18-09, 09:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 756
Posted By djetelina

Thanks for the heads up! I live here, this is the...

Thanks for the heads up! I live here, this is the 1st I have heard of this.
Also, should anyone have missed signing the petition, the link can be found at BikeTexas.org...
Forum: Northern California
08-18-09, 09:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,684
Posted By djetelina

Yep, its probably destined to show up in one form...

Yep, its probably destined to show up in one form or another on eBay or Craigs. Will mean a lot of time lookin.... Hope you filed a police report.
A thought for the future, you may wish to...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-09, 10:03 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 4,241
Posted By djetelina

Don't ask that weight question too loudly. Obama...

Don't ask that weight question too loudly. Obama will want to roll it into his soon to be unveiled "Cash for Clickers" program.....
Forum: BMX
08-14-09, 09:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 820
Posted By djetelina

Consult Dr. Google and find: www.BikeRegistry.com

Consult Dr. Google and find: www.BikeRegistry.com
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-14-09, 05:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,767
Posted By djetelina

+1 for the White Lightning. Been using it for...

+1 for the White Lightning. Been using it for the past 7000 miles. Chains lasting ~2000 miles each. Could get more mileage out of them if I lubed and cleaned 'em more. But as it is I lube ~100...
Forum: BMX
08-14-09, 05:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 820
Posted By djetelina

IMHO. Next time, be a little more proactive &...

IMHO. Next time, be a little more proactive & take a few minutes and register and TAG your BMX before it rides off on its own. There are several free Bike Registry services on the net. Beats the...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-04-09, 08:53 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,398
Posted By djetelina

Updated on Theo's wiki. The UCI gave Theo, in...

Updated on Theo's wiki. The UCI gave Theo, in addition to the DQ and fine in Turkey, a 1 month banishment off the pro tour.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-09, 08:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 731
Posted By djetelina

Prolly cause it's 20 yrs old. Get something a...

Prolly cause it's 20 yrs old. Get something a little more modern w/ cartridge style bearings,
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-09, 08:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 357
Posted By djetelina

ANY stem length will work w/ Bonti SSR's. I'd get...

ANY stem length will work w/ Bonti SSR's. I'd get them as short as possible....
Forum: Commuting
08-04-09, 08:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 476
Posted By djetelina

Don't think that dog will hunt...

Don't think that dog will hunt...
Forum: Northeast
08-04-09, 08:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 710
Posted By djetelina

Not a whole lot ofMerckx in DC, hopefully it will...

Not a whole lot ofMerckx in DC, hopefully it will pop up on CL or eBay after a bit of looking. Could post it up on BikeRegistry (http://www.bikeregistry.com)as well, though recovery would be more...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-09, 10:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 789
Posted By djetelina

+1 on the electrolytes. But please avoid the...

+1 on the electrolytes. But please avoid the ones that are LOADED w/ HFCS!!!!

Pertaining to the cramps, thorough leg stretching prior to AND after is always a good idea. That goes for riding and...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-02-09, 10:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,079
Posted By djetelina

You may wish to take a look at a vitamin made by...

You may wish to take a look at a vitamin made by Nature's Way, it is called "Alive!". (http://www.vitacost.com/NaturesWay?csrc=YSSP-nature-s_way)The dosage is 3 tablets in the morning; it provides...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-01-09, 11:35 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,560
Posted By djetelina

Everyone, except for Daryl Impey who was severely...

Everyone, except for Daryl Impey who was severely injured w/ broke back, broken teeth,etc......

UCI sanction (http://www.syklingensverden.com/baglercms.php?catID=-1&articleID=21288)
A 1 month...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-09, 01:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 722
Posted By djetelina

The ABUS monobloc locks are cost effective to buy...

The ABUS monobloc locks are cost effective to buy and real easy to key alike, make things very convenient. We do quite a few every month at our small shop. Most locksmiths also have a kit to "key...
Forum: Texas
07-26-09, 09:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 867
Posted By djetelina

Live in Houston. Nothing I know of. Simply...

Live in Houston. Nothing I know of.
Simply the old standby's - eBay and Craigslist....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-09, 09:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,418
Posted By djetelina

Uglify it w/ a BikeRegistry...

Uglify it w/ a BikeRegistry (http://www.bikeregistry.com/estore/index.php) decal set. If it goes stolen, at least you have a fighting chance of it boomanging back to you.
Forum: Commuting
07-26-09, 04:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,298
Posted By djetelina

Forget using ANY cables; when bike thieves go...

Forget using ANY cables; when bike thieves go shopping, they come w/ bolt cutters and any cable will cut like hot butter.

U-locks (which are really just oversized padlocks) are better than...
Forum: Southern California
07-24-09, 01:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,016
Posted By djetelina

Just a little idea, for the next time. Label...

Just a little idea, for the next time.
Label your wheels as follows: http://www.bikeregistry.com/install.php (see hint #2)

Might be fun trapping some front wheel stealin thieves for a...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-23-09, 08:46 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 12,378
Posted By djetelina

Had one of mine ripped off late last year. ...

Had one of mine ripped off late last year. Decided to do a little something to try to give some hope to others. Scripted BikeRegistry (http://www.bikeregistry.com/) as a free public registry. ...
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