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08-08-18, 06:17 AM
Replies: 761
Views: 266,502
Posted By threecarjam

Any chance there's someone in San Diego who would...

Any chance there's someone in San Diego who would help facilitate shipping a Thule baby bike trailer that's for sale on eBay? Thanks!
Forum: Commuting
06-01-15, 04:00 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,361
Posted By threecarjam

I live in the city but do ride the west side a...

I live in the city but do ride the west side a lot.

Washington/Warren - ok pavement and mostly bike-laned
Jackson - bike lane starts somewhere around Western head east
Augusta - crummy pavement...
Forum: Commuting
06-19-14, 02:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,880
Posted By threecarjam

I use a few mini front racks, and for small stuff...

I use a few mini front racks, and for small stuff a combination of velcro straps and toe straps (of which I have a ton lying around) work just fine. Basket is best, though - just in case you need to...
Forum: Commuting
10-02-13, 11:23 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,873
Posted By threecarjam

+1 to this. I'm also a year-round Chicago...

+1 to this. I'm also a year-round Chicago commuter. I use an old Schwinn touring bike (also my, uhhh, bike I use for touring) and a Bianchi SS/fixed (with studs sometimes in the winter) for almost...
Forum: Commuting
09-30-13, 04:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,991
Posted By threecarjam

If you want other options, Nashbar has a...

If you want other options, Nashbar has a hellaciously cheap single-speed flatbar bike. Looking around during a 20% off sale a week ago I thought long and hard about picking one up - would've been...
Forum: Commuting
09-30-13, 04:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 5,628
Posted By threecarjam

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=double+butted+vs+straight+gau...

http://lmgtfy.com/?q=double+butted+vs+straight+gauge+steel+tubing

Asking in an internet forum about a high-end, custom bicycle frame that likely almost no one who will ever read this has ridden or...
Forum: Commuting
09-10-13, 03:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,552
Posted By threecarjam

I usually have both a Carradice Nelson saddlebag...

I usually have both a Carradice Nelson saddlebag and an Acorn Boxy Rando bag on my commuter. Neither are well-suited if you need to carry a bag around with you at work - I usually don't, and also am...
Forum: Commuting
09-06-13, 12:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,034
Posted By threecarjam

27" x 1 1/4" Panaracer Pasela Tourguards. Run...

27" x 1 1/4" Panaracer Pasela Tourguards. Run them on my tourer/commuter, good flat protection, ride well, look nice. Win, win, win. For cheaper and still pretty good, I think they make Vittoria...
Forum: Commuting
08-27-13, 08:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,049
Posted By threecarjam

For cheap and visible, O2 rain gear is hard to...

For cheap and visible, O2 rain gear is hard to beat: http://www.outsideoutfitters.com/p-11269-o2-cycling-rain-jackets.aspx?variantID=16639&gclid=CPKR-aDvnbkCFUVk7Aod1D0A4w

Also they pack up small....
Forum: Touring
06-24-13, 04:19 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,527
Posted By threecarjam

Longest of three tunnels on Sparta-Elroy trail is...

Longest of three tunnels on Sparta-Elroy trail is almost a mile long. In summer there's enough people around that you have to walk your bike through all of them, but they certainly add some character...
Forum: Commuting
06-11-13, 08:19 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 667
Posted By threecarjam

How did your v-brakes interfere with the Racktime...

How did your v-brakes interfere with the Racktime rack?
Forum: Commuting
06-07-13, 04:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,156
Posted By threecarjam

Bay Area? Lock your wheels - not sure what you...

Bay Area? Lock your wheels - not sure what you mean by lock nuts (most wheel security is Pitlock/other replacement QR skewers). Most secure would be a Kryptonite NY chain + a U-lock, but anything...
Forum: Commuting
06-07-13, 04:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,185
Posted By threecarjam

They are pricey, but I have a couple pairs of...

They are pricey, but I have a couple pairs of Outlier pants (OG and Workwear) that I've beaten the hell out of for the last 4+ years (at times I've worn the Workwears every day for weeks) and they...
Forum: Touring
06-04-13, 05:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,558
Posted By threecarjam

I have an Acorn Rando bag, which has essentially...

I have an Acorn Rando bag, which has essentially the same attachment system as the Swift Ozette. I've never felt the need for a decaleur - use it daily for commuting and also for touring. One feature...
Forum: Commuting
05-30-13, 02:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,132
Posted By threecarjam

Looks fine - though a bungee cord does a fine job...

Looks fine - though a bungee cord does a fine job of holding my u-lock on the rack.
05-24-13, 03:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 12,270
Posted By threecarjam

Wider will give you lower pressure and more...

Wider will give you lower pressure and more cushion for those potholed streets. I'd give the wider tires a try. I run Panaracer Pasela Tourguard in both 27 x 1 1/8 and 1 1/4, and they've been more...
Forum: Commuting
05-13-13, 12:49 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 6,241
Posted By threecarjam

When I'm on a tour, I frequently ride 30-50 miles...

When I'm on a tour, I frequently ride 30-50 miles in the morning, eat a big pile of food, drink a beer, and lay down in some grass to read for a little while, maybe nap, then get back up and ride...
Forum: Commuting
05-09-13, 10:35 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,458
Posted By threecarjam

For an NYC commuter the key question is - will...

For an NYC commuter the key question is - will you have to lock up outside? If so, spend as little as you can on a used hardtail MTB or an older road/sport touring bike that can take wider tires,...
05-07-13, 06:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,781
Posted By threecarjam

That's a fantastic deal - here in Chicago you'd...

That's a fantastic deal - here in Chicago you'd be able to flip that for $300+ as it sits in about 15 minutes and buy yourself a similar bike that fits. Now you have a better idea what size to get....
Forum: Commuting
04-28-13, 10:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,624
Posted By threecarjam

If you're looking for that kind of style with...

If you're looking for that kind of style with what seems to look like more stable mounting to use panniers, you could try this:
...
Forum: Commuting
04-27-13, 09:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,624
Posted By threecarjam

I've got one - pretty rack, but I wouldn't run...

I've got one - pretty rack, but I wouldn't run heavy or unbalanced panniers on it, especially as mine is mounted to the rear fender. Works perfectly well as a saddlebag support, or for a set of small...
Forum: Commuting
04-18-13, 04:01 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,613
Posted By threecarjam

311603 This is the SQR frame showing...

311603

This is the SQR frame showing attachment points from the bag - this slides into the block attached to the seat post and enables you to use any Carradice or similarly-styled bag. Helpful if...
04-18-13, 12:03 PM
Replies: 22,281
Views: 4,613,089
Posted By threecarjam

That obvious front end damage is a shame - this...

That obvious front end damage is a shame - this is a perfect Chicago city commuter bike.

http://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bik/3751187466.html...
Forum: Commuting
04-18-13, 08:43 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,613
Posted By threecarjam

I regularly use a Carradice Nelson and Barley on...

I regularly use a Carradice Nelson and Barley on a variety of bikes - any Carradice or similarly-styled bag should work fine with the SQR system as the straps that attach the bag to the saddle just...
Forum: Commuting
02-25-13, 06:39 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 6,287
Posted By threecarjam

The more dense and urban an area is seems to have...

The more dense and urban an area is seems to have a lot to do with cyclists' behavior on this. In Chicago, I will certainly split lanes when I feel it's safe, and really, especially when going...
11-20-12, 08:20 AM
Replies: 761
Views: 266,502
Posted By threecarjam

Anyone willing to help facilitate in Seattle, WA?...

Anyone willing to help facilitate in Seattle, WA?

-alex
Forum: Commuting
09-05-12, 02:14 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 5,268
Posted By threecarjam

A few years back, the first time I commuted home...

A few years back, the first time I commuted home in twilight by bicycle, I was about thirty feet behind a parked car whose door was beginning to open. I checked behind me quickly and moved well out...
Forum: Commuting
08-28-12, 12:29 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,140
Posted By threecarjam

Is that a Soma porteur rack you have? I've been...

Is that a Soma porteur rack you have? I've been itching for a porteur rack that will easily take panniers in addition to whatever I feel like putting on top.

And while the wording of the original...
Forum: Commuting
08-27-12, 11:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,478
Posted By threecarjam

That rack is meant to be more of a...

That rack is meant to be more of a saddlebag/trunk bag support than for panniers - and according to Nitto/Rivendell, only rated to carry 13 pounds (though I'm sure it could carry much more without...
Forum: Commuting
08-14-12, 09:22 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,352
Posted By threecarjam

I ride regularly with a front load of 5-15 pounds...

I ride regularly with a front load of 5-15 pounds on bikes with medium trail and with no issues. My only problem with using front panniers is the "s" - I don't like having two panniers to have to...
Forum: Commuting
08-06-12, 07:37 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,178
Posted By threecarjam

I have several thousand commuting and touring...

I have several thousand commuting and touring miles on 27" Panaracer Pasela Tourguards - have also used Continental Ultra Gatorskins and Vittoria Zaffiros, for, respectively, much more and less $$....
Forum: Touring
07-17-12, 01:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,686
Posted By threecarjam

Might want to look at something like this -...

Might want to look at something like this - http://www.yellowjersey.org/posd7.html - Yellow Jersey in Madison, WI imports Panasonic frames including touring frames that are built for the Japanese...
Forum: Commuting
07-16-12, 02:15 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,052
Posted By threecarjam

If you're within shouting distance of Gaylord, go...

If you're within shouting distance of Gaylord, go get this (or see if the seller will deliver): http://nmi.craigslist.org/bik/3092987079.html

A nice, tall, 80's Japanese-made CrMo steel mixte -...
Forum: Commuting
07-16-12, 07:34 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,652
Posted By threecarjam

Second everyone's thoughts above. I'd also...

Second everyone's thoughts above. I'd also consider using a different mechanic/LBS - biggest reason to switch to v-brakes is ease of installation, not added braking power. As mentioned above, it'll...
Forum: Commuting
07-09-12, 05:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,071
Posted By threecarjam

The Prairie Path is pretty well maintained in my...

The Prairie Path is pretty well maintained in my experience - I was riding a touring bike w/ 28mm tires on it last week with no issues whatsoever, and plenty of people ride on 23s or 25s. A used 80's...
Forum: Commuting
07-09-12, 10:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 21,236
Posted By threecarjam

Have had ss freewheels fail on me in the deep...

Have had ss freewheels fail on me in the deep cold (below about 10 degrees Fahrenheit before the windchill). Though they've always started working again quickly, it's a little disconcerting when the...
Forum: Commuting
07-09-12, 10:34 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,092
Posted By threecarjam

Get a decent OnGuard, Kryptonite, or Abus U-lock....

Get a decent OnGuard, Kryptonite, or Abus U-lock. Put a few drops of chain lube in the key slot and the shackle once in a while - I remember about once a year. Use lock. This is what I do commuting...
Forum: Touring
07-02-12, 12:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 605
Posted By threecarjam

Pittsburgh to Philadelphia?

Hey all - thinking of using a conference in Philly in early August as an excuse to ride across Pennsylvania. I'd either fly, drive a one-way rental, or take Amtrak to Pittsburgh from Chicago, then...
Forum: Touring
06-26-12, 11:53 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,429
Posted By threecarjam

THAT is a nicely equipped LHT! Damn! What kind of...

THAT is a nicely equipped LHT! Damn! What kind of front rack is that?
Forum: Commuting
06-21-12, 01:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 22,557
Posted By threecarjam

I would imagine that the less friction a saddle...

I would imagine that the less friction a saddle give you, the less impact on pants - and in my experience a suspended leather saddle (like a Brooks) will always be a little bit easier on clothes than...
Forum: Touring
06-21-12, 10:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 955
Posted By threecarjam

I would second the recommendation for King Cage...

I would second the recommendation for King Cage stainless bottle cages - not only handmade in the USA, but I find steel bottle cages much easier to flex to fit around different sized bottles. I've...
Forum: Touring
06-20-12, 09:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,366
Posted By threecarjam

Big Carradice saddlebag + handlebar bag should...

Big Carradice saddlebag + handlebar bag should get you through - Carradice bags will also allow you to lash tarp/hammock to the top so you can cram more crap inside them.
Forum: Commuting
06-19-12, 08:04 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,977
Posted By threecarjam

Crane bells...

Crane bells (http://www.universalcycles.com/company.php?Company=Crane%20Bell%20Company) - springy/jangly, hammer-strike (loudest!), goofy trigger-style, they've got them all.

And really, a bell is...
Forum: Commuting
06-19-12, 07:58 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 5,016
Posted By threecarjam

I've gotten plenty of (probably too many) really...

I've gotten plenty of (probably too many) really good quality bikes on ebay and the Classic & Vintage forum here for <$300 including shipping. You might want to go through the classifieds in C&V, a...
Forum: Commuting
06-19-12, 07:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,128
Posted By threecarjam

Nashbar Steel Touring ...

Nashbar Steel Touring
(http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_522412_-1___202613)Windsor Tourist (http://bikesdirect.com/products/windsor/tourist.htm)

These may very well be the same...
Forum: Commuting
06-19-12, 03:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,128
Posted By threecarjam

You should be able to pick up a used touring bike...

You should be able to pick up a used touring bike (Trek 520, Novara Randonee, Jamis Aurora to name a few) and get it fully geared up with racks, fenders, panniers, etc, for less than $1000. From the...
Forum: Commuting
06-19-12, 10:04 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,977
Posted By threecarjam

Forgot to mention as well that while your clamp...

Forgot to mention as well that while your clamp diameter may be 31.8mm, your handlebar's diameter is probably road standard 23.8mm, which should fit most standard bicycle bell clamps on most places...
Forum: Commuting
06-18-12, 01:16 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 9,977
Posted By threecarjam

If it's a newer 520 w/ threadless stem and you...

If it's a newer 520 w/ threadless stem and you have 10mm of spacers, you can get a headset spacer bell mount like this:...
06-17-12, 01:16 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,816
Posted By threecarjam

Holy crap, that thing is ridiculous. And...

Holy crap, that thing is ridiculous.

And puchfinnland - QR is to take the frame apart, it comes apart in two pieces for easier transportation.
06-15-12, 12:01 PM
Replies: 82,870
Views: 13,977,237
Posted By threecarjam

centurion bike black - $200 (michigan city)Who...

centurion bike black - $200 (michigan city)Who needs a reeeeeeally tall full touring bike?

http://chicago.craigslist.org/nwi/bik/3079596902.html
...
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