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Forum: Living Car Free
07-11-21, 06:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,566
Posted By AltheCyclist

Yeah, I dunno how a Colorado winter became...

Yeah, I dunno how a Colorado winter became defined as "mild". It can get quite cold.
I wear ski gear (goggles, polar pants, etc.) when I'm winter biking and when I get the occasional flat, it...
Forum: Living Car Free
06-27-21, 12:39 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,566
Posted By AltheCyclist

I've lived in both FoCo and BoCo for many years...

I've lived in both FoCo and BoCo for many years so I can offer a little feedback. Bike infrastructure is good in both cities, much better than larger Colo cities nearby (meaning Denver and its...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-18, 09:13 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,432
Posted By AltheCyclist

Yeah, I put these on in first place because they...

Yeah, I put these on in first place because they seemed tougher than some of the other brands that had flimsy material feel but I'm debating whether to use the same brand/model again. I think I'm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-18, 09:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,432
Posted By AltheCyclist

Yeah, I agree and not use these tires again. I...

Yeah, I agree and not use these tires again. I really liked them at first but I think they're not going to be tough enough for Austin's horrible roads.
I think I ran over glass. Well, I know I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-18, 06:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,432
Posted By AltheCyclist

Tire damage - sign of quality?

I noticed a nice slash on my front Specialized Hemisphere tire. Happened somewhere along a 10 mile route, I only noticed the damage when I got home. Probably ran over some glass.
I'm trying to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-18, 11:39 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 7,951
Posted By AltheCyclist

One suggestion: stop using patches. I stopped...

One suggestion: stop using patches. I stopped using patches and just carry extra tubes, It's quicker when you're roadside, much easier, and you won't have to worry about the patch failing. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-17-18, 09:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,060
Posted By AltheCyclist

I had one very similar that I sold on craigslist...

I had one very similar that I sold on craigslist for 250. But, mine was beaten and worn, yours appears to be in good shape. I think it depends on area for price, if you're in a hot market area, you...
Forum: Commuting
07-17-18, 09:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,295
Posted By AltheCyclist

You guys are right! The mech isn't part of the...

You guys are right! The mech isn't part of the cover, there's a couple of metal inserts under the bezel assembly. They shifted out of place and were blocking the key from turning. I smacked it a...
Forum: Commuting
07-12-18, 11:41 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,613
Posted By AltheCyclist

Where are all these stop signs? I see it pretty...

Where are all these stop signs? I see it pretty much a moot point (at least where I'm located). Stop signs are rare except in dense residential neighborhoods where traffic is slower and bicyclists...
Forum: Commuting
07-12-18, 08:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,295
Posted By AltheCyclist

Knog lock - broken

Hey all, wondering if others have had similar problem to what I experienced with my Knog Strongman lock. I dropped it (from about top tube height, so a few feet) and as seen in photo, the plastic...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-08-18, 06:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,394
Posted By AltheCyclist

Yeah, I do exactly the same thing. I use my wire...

Yeah, I do exactly the same thing. I use my wire ski lock since it's lightweight and adjustable and often just leave it on the panniers. So, as you mentioned, someone that really wants it could...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-05-18, 03:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,394
Posted By AltheCyclist

Light mount idea

I'm sure I'm not the first to do this but it's first time I've tried and thought I'd share..
I was messing with light to adjust it one day and found a good spot - mounted upside down. Added bonus...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-18, 08:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,770
Posted By AltheCyclist

A quick search of Google shows ..that.... yes! ...

A quick search of Google shows ..that.... yes! They are still in business.
And, they have 4 locations now.... that's kinda nice to see.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-18, 09:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,770
Posted By AltheCyclist

Yeah, that was similar to what my mechanic's...

Yeah, that was similar to what my mechanic's logic was ... even if the holding company (or whoever owns the company now) bought all the assets and liabilities (incl. warranty) of Cannondale, they...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-18, 09:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,770
Posted By AltheCyclist

Haha! Funny, I didn't even notice my own typo...

Haha! Funny, I didn't even notice my own typo there!!
What's the term, Freudian slip? Think one thing and say your mother....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-18, 03:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,770
Posted By AltheCyclist

Good points, SkyDog and jimc, yeah, I agree it...

Good points, SkyDog and jimc, yeah, I agree it could be time sink and possibly expensive. I was more intrigued by the notion that it could be done, rather than if it were practical.




Yeah,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-18, 01:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,770
Posted By AltheCyclist

Warranty on (old) broken frame...

I rode my Cannondale mountain bike almost daily until yesterday when I toke it to my local mechanic for some parts and he informed me that he noticed a crack in the frame at the weld on the triangle....
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-13-12, 11:25 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,264
Posted By AltheCyclist

If goal is to avoid getting hit by a car, then I...

If goal is to avoid getting hit by a car, then I think flashing (on both ends) is the way to go. For simple reason: they just seem to attract attention.
I've noticed at intersections, where the bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-12, 02:22 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,918
Posted By AltheCyclist

I use power grips, they work fine and are great...

I use power grips, they work fine and are great for 'round town riding is almost any shoe. Toe clips, I never liked, aren't comfortable.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-12, 08:53 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 6,717
Posted By AltheCyclist

Nice photos! Enjoy the race and the scenery (be...

Nice photos! Enjoy the race and the scenery (be that mountains or people of all sizes)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-17-12, 02:14 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 13,894
Posted By AltheCyclist

Check out Power Grips as well. I put a pair on...

Check out Power Grips as well. I put a pair on my townie bike years ago, they won't die.
Forum: Mountain - Plains
08-14-12, 12:37 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,128
Posted By AltheCyclist

Yes, there were a few weeks where haze and smoke...

Yes, there were a few weeks where haze and smoke lingered over the city. Quite a few houses in the mountain communities were lost but the firefighters did a good job of keeping it contained from the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-29-12, 04:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 961
Posted By AltheCyclist

^ That's good idea ... To OP, buy good...

^ That's good idea ...

To OP, buy good levers ... avoid the cheap, popsicle-stick levers, find the thicker material handles that won't break, that'll make the change easier.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-20-12, 04:43 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,413
Posted By AltheCyclist

Wouldn't that be "improper equipment" ? Or...

Wouldn't that be "improper equipment" ? Or whatever they call what the DA uses for speeding plea bargains?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-20-12, 04:41 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,413
Posted By AltheCyclist

Hmm .. wouldn't both riders on the tandem be...

Hmm .. wouldn't both riders on the tandem be guilty of speeding, since technically, both are operating the vehicle at excessive speed?
Or neither, since a court wouldn't be able to determine who...
Forum: Touring
07-20-12, 04:34 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 9,413
Posted By AltheCyclist

Awesome! Best post I've seen in BF in a while....

Awesome! Best post I've seen in BF in a while. Check in and let us know how it goes.
Forum: Commuting
07-20-12, 04:28 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,851
Posted By AltheCyclist

Don't worry, OP, you'll get used to it. You'll be...

Don't worry, OP, you'll get used to it. You'll be ignoring the minor ones soon enough.
One "incident" a week, you say? So about 4 incidents a month, that's actually not too bad, assuming they're...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-20-12, 02:35 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,510
Posted By AltheCyclist

Yeah, no kidding, sounds like really good use of...

Yeah, no kidding, sounds like really good use of City resources. I never would have guessed the City took it, I would have assumed it was stolen.
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
07-20-12, 02:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,201
Posted By AltheCyclist

Yeah, but let's be real here, how often has this...

Yeah, but let's be real here, how often has this ever happened? That is, someone recorded a tag, found the owner of the vehicle (who may or may not have been actually driving) and then something bad...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-12, 01:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,061
Posted By AltheCyclist

Whomp Whomp. Big bummer, never fun to lose the...

Whomp Whomp. Big bummer, never fun to lose the ride.
Get tougher lock.
Or avoid those high-crime area churches.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-20-12, 01:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,413
Posted By AltheCyclist

C'mon, you have to agree the odds of something...

C'mon, you have to agree the odds of something like that are close to impossible. Do we really know if the the "Danger" anecdote is real or fiction?
Re: breaking laws, I agree, this forum has plenty...
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
07-20-12, 01:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,201
Posted By AltheCyclist

Let's not get too deep here; just because there's...

Let's not get too deep here; just because there's no legit reason to do something doesn't mean that it requires a major change in the system. For instance, if plates were made confidential, then...
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
07-19-12, 12:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,201
Posted By AltheCyclist

I still don't think it would help much #1 -...

I still don't think it would help much
#1 - Stalker implies the person follows you, how would having no plate/address really make difference?
#2 - Sure, nice car can mean riches await, but it's...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-19-12, 12:37 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,413
Posted By AltheCyclist

Agreed, should be a different violation. DUI is...

Agreed, should be a different violation. DUI is unarguably a much more serious offense than CUI and shouldn't carry same penalty.
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
07-19-12, 12:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,201
Posted By AltheCyclist

Well, one could follow you home regardless, to...

Well, one could follow you home regardless, to find out where you live; it's not really a safety net to make plates confidential.
A phone book has many names, addresses; i.e. there are plenty of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-19-12, 12:05 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,413
Posted By AltheCyclist

As in, "see you in court" I've never heard...

As in, "see you in court"

I've never heard of anybody getting a speeding ticket. Wonder if the point system flies for more serious offenses, like DUI.
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
07-19-12, 11:52 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,201
Posted By AltheCyclist

There are quite a few web sites that claim to be...

There are quite a few web sites that claim to be able to so so, most seem to require a subscription.

To OP: Why do you want the license tag? Hopefully, you saw a courteous driver and want to...
Forum: Vehicular Cycling (VC)
07-19-12, 11:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,201
Posted By AltheCyclist

This web site claims to do it, however, didn't...

This web site claims to do it, however, didn't seem to work for me
http://www.licenseplateslookup.com/
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-19-12, 11:26 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,413
Posted By AltheCyclist

Does Colorado do the license points thing? I...

Does Colorado do the license points thing? I live here and have no idea.
According to this: http://bicyclecolo.org/page.cfm?PageID=45
(b) Any person riding a bicycle who violates any provision...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-19-12, 10:58 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,413
Posted By AltheCyclist

It's kinda moot, I doubt many folks get speeding...

It's kinda moot, I doubt many folks get speeding tickets on bikes, it's rare event. Heck, not many people get speeding tickets in cars (i.e. almost 100% sample of cars on any road are speeding).
...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-05-12, 10:22 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,008
Posted By AltheCyclist

In what country is 40 years "old"? I rarely...

In what country is 40 years "old"?

I rarely hear anyone say it's too hot or too cold to ride. If you're healthy and drink enough liquids, it shouldn't be an issue.
I only remember once seeing a...
Forum: Utility Cycling
07-03-12, 02:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 18,009
Posted By AltheCyclist

I use a pair of Transit Epic pannier bags. ...

I use a pair of Transit Epic pannier bags. They're marketed for touring, since they're big, but I've found they hold a lot of groceries.
One advantage is that they have adjustable straps for tying...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-12, 04:15 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,253
Posted By AltheCyclist

Uh .. guys, since when is the USADA a gov't...

Uh .. guys, since when is the USADA a gov't entity?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-12, 04:06 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,253
Posted By AltheCyclist

You really believe that? Let 'em openly...

You really believe that?

Let 'em openly dope, EPO, roids, meth, whatever - if they want to kill themselves, I say let 'em.
Make it optional to get tested, then we'll know who's really using.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-05-12, 11:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 17,567
Posted By AltheCyclist

Inspect the rim again, there might be a very...

Inspect the rim again, there might be a very small, hard-to-spot dent or protrusion. Take sandpaper and give any rough areas (even if small) a slight polish or if dented, get a new rim. Try some...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-31-12, 11:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,207
Posted By AltheCyclist

That's nice, bike freeway- looks like they added...

That's nice, bike freeway- looks like they added it after-the-fact, as in the road was there first, then the road bike lanes, then the bike fwy.
I should add, this road currently has bike/diamond...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-31-12, 11:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,207
Posted By AltheCyclist

That's interesting, I used to live near NYC and...

That's interesting, I used to live near NYC and had been there many times, but don't remember seeing anything like this, albeit, this was many years ago. I take it it's a more recent thing?

As far...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-31-12, 09:55 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,207
Posted By AltheCyclist

Two-way bike lane, one side of road

I was checking out a City proposal for a arterial road reconfiguration. The photo below is one proposal. The interesting part to me was the bike lane (of course) - on one side of the road, with bike...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-30-12, 04:21 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 18,952
Posted By AltheCyclist

A quick Google found this (from...

A quick Google found this (from http://www.sfbike.org/?bikelaw_ticket_faq - appears to be SanFran probike non-profit, so might apply to other California areas)

Will this ticket result in points on...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-23-12, 09:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,804
Posted By AltheCyclist

If you're new to the 27" v. 700c, this:...

If you're new to the 27" v. 700c, this: http://sheldonbrown.com/tire-sizing.html

In short, that bike has 27" wheels, so you'll need 27" rubber (not 700C size tires), as Dr.C pointed out, they're...
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