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Forum: Recreational & Family
11-18-08, 03:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,153
Posted By hrcarol

Thanks for the input. I have an extra adult...

Thanks for the input. I have an extra adult saddle. I'm going to give that a try w/ a padded cover. If that doesn't work I'll try the $20 Serfas Youth Saddle.
Forum: Recreational & Family
11-07-08, 09:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,153
Posted By hrcarol

Bike saddle for kids

I think my 7 yr. old daughter is ready for longer bike rides. In the past when we go for longer rides she complains about her butt hurting. If you've ever tried sitting on the seat that comes w/ a...
Forum: Recreational & Family
10-30-08, 03:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 812
Posted By hrcarol

Do you kids bikes have gears or just single speed?

Do you kids bikes have gears or just single speed?
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-29-08, 09:50 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,854
Posted By hrcarol

Novara Afterburner vs. Adams Trail a Bike

Does anyone know how the Novara version of a trail a bike compares to the Adams version? We currently have an Adams Folder that we've been very happy with. I'd like to get a 2nd one for our 2nd child...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-05, 06:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 494
Posted By hrcarol

Question about wsd bikes

I'm hoping to get a new road bike in the next year and I'm a little confused about wsd bikes. I know one of the differences between wsd and men's frames is a shorter top tube to reduce reach, but,...
Forum: Recreational & Family
09-19-05, 05:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,184
Posted By hrcarol

Thanks for the advice. I recently bought a...

Thanks for the advice. I recently bought a trail-a-bike for my daughter. I'm planning to give it to her for her 5th b'day. I'm impressed that your daughter did a 40 miles ride!I sure hope mine will...
Forum: Commuting
09-08-05, 06:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 536
Posted By hrcarol

I live in Lilburn, GA. I'm a stay at home mom so...

I live in Lilburn, GA. I'm a stay at home mom so I don't commute but, I do ride around here and it's not all bad. It really depends on where you're commuting to. If your planning to work downtown it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-05, 08:08 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,553
Posted By hrcarol

I agree that Bicycling magazine is seriously...

I agree that Bicycling magazine is seriously lacking in so many ways. Have you ever read Runner's World? I think it's a pretty good magazine. Even though I'm not a runner I find more interesting...
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-29-05, 12:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,346
Posted By hrcarol

I pull my 2 kids in a trailer w/ a road bike. My...

I pull my 2 kids in a trailer w/ a road bike. My bike handles the load just fine. It's a steel frame, not sure if that makes a difference, and it has a triple. It is hard for me to haul that much...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-19-05, 01:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,116
Posted By hrcarol

Nashbar spd cleats same as Shimano?

I bought some shimano m424 pedals off ebay but, they didn't come w/ the cleats. Nashbar has replacement cleats that are about half the cost of the Shimano cleats. They sure do look the same in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-05, 05:54 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 285
Posted By hrcarol

What's your favorite race dvd?

I want to get my husband some dvd's for his b'day. We already have TdF dvd's '99-'03, so I was thinking of getting Paris Roubaix or TdF from the LeMond era. Any suggestions? What's your favorite?
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-02-05, 07:00 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 17,511
Posted By hrcarol

I pull my son in a trailer w/ my road bike...

I pull my son in a trailer w/ my road bike (triple). I even ride a hilly 15 miles and I'm a small woman. If I can do it you can do it, no problem! I'm not saying it's not challenging, because it is!...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-28-05, 02:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,134
Posted By hrcarol

Thanks for the info. I was thinking of getting...

Thanks for the info. I was thinking of getting some of these to use w/ my hybrid along w/ Cannondale Roam shoes(look like running shoes). Once you ground off the tabs they worked fine? I noticed...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-05, 12:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 713
Posted By hrcarol

I've noticed a lot of companies are making flat...

I've noticed a lot of companies are making flat bar road bikes now. They have thinner tires like a road bike w/ flat handlebars. Check Fuji, Giant and Specialized.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-13-05, 01:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 529
Posted By hrcarol

Have you considered buying a used hybrid? I just...

Have you considered buying a used hybrid? I just bought a used Jamis hybrid for $200. I have a road bike that I love. And I do think that road bikes are more comfortable for riding on the road...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-05-05, 08:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,089
Posted By hrcarol

Is it the Motive comfort bike? If so, I had one....

Is it the Motive comfort bike? If so, I had one. It was ok for riding around the neighborhood but, it weighed a ton and the shifters were pretty rough. It seemed more like the quality of a kid's...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-17-05, 06:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,059
Posted By hrcarol

Thanks for the advice. I meant a...

Thanks for the advice. I meant a "trail-a-bike"(one wheel). I already use a trailer on my road bike w/ no problems. But, my daughter is 4 and starting to get bored w/ the trailer so I was thinking...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-16-05, 01:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,059
Posted By hrcarol

bike for trailer bike

I hope to get a trailer bike for my daughter sometime in the next year. From reading the other posts, I gather that i can't put a trailer bike on my road bike because it wouldn't be stable enough....
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-16-05, 12:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,273
Posted By hrcarol

I also have an InStep Quick and Easy trailer and...

I also have an InStep Quick and Easy trailer and like it very much. You can get them on ebay for less than $100 but, Target also has them for $100 (or less if you can find them on sale).
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-05, 12:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 587
Posted By hrcarol

Terry Bicycles has smaller frames. Not sure if...

Terry Bicycles has smaller frames. Not sure if they are in your price range but you can find them used on ebay or the Terry website:http://www.terrybicycles.com
Forum: Recreational & Family
03-22-05, 08:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 12,374
Posted By hrcarol

I bought my 4 yr. old a bike for Christmas this...

I bought my 4 yr. old a bike for Christmas this year, a 12". I wish I had done it sooner because it's easier than using a tricycle. The tires are better which makes peddling more effective. You need...
Forum: Recreational & Family
03-02-05, 01:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,489
Posted By hrcarol

I have a $100 InStep trailer that I'm very happy...

I have a $100 InStep trailer that I'm very happy w/. I've thought of getting a Burley just because I'd like something lighter but, when it comes right down to it I'd rather spend the $$$ on a new...
Forum: Recreational & Family
02-11-05, 12:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,690
Posted By hrcarol

I don't make my kids wear helmets in the trailer...

I don't make my kids wear helmets in the trailer for the same reasons. But, I only take them on park roads or bike paths were there are no cars or a few slow moving cars. I know there is still the...
Forum: Recreational & Family
01-12-05, 01:21 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,593
Posted By hrcarol

I too am interested in a trailer bike for my 4...

I too am interested in a trailer bike for my 4 yr. old. What is the difference in the cheaper vs. more expensive trailer bikes. The Instep trailer bike is $80 on the Target website. Do you think it's...
Forum: Recreational & Family
12-14-04, 01:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,867
Posted By hrcarol

My soon to be 4 year old is getting her first...

My soon to be 4 year old is getting her first bike. A 12" pink "princess" bike w/ matching helmet. I'm so excited!
Forum: Recreational & Family
11-15-04, 07:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 529
Posted By hrcarol

Gloves for 4 yr. old

Does anyone know where I can find bicycle gloves for my soon to be 4 yr. old daughter. She's getting a bike for Christmas. I thought it would be good to have some gloves to protect her little hands...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-09-04, 08:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 789
Posted By hrcarol

Dumb ? about lube

I cleaned my bike for the first time yesterday. Now it's time to lubricate. Normally my husband does this but, he's out of town. I found a tube of Phil Wood grease so I assume that's what he uses....
Forum: Introductions
11-04-04, 12:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 238
Posted By hrcarol

I got the Grayson route off of the Gwinnett...

I got the Grayson route off of the Gwinnett Touring Club website. I've never joined or ridden w/ them but, they are nice enough to have route maps on their website:
http://www.gtcbike.org
It's the...
Forum: Introductions
11-04-04, 08:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 238
Posted By hrcarol

Well, I live in south Gwinnett. If I am taking my...

Well, I live in south Gwinnett. If I am taking my kids in the trailer, I ride at Stone Mtn. or the SCT. If I'm riding w/o the kids I have a 15 mile route from my house or a 20 mile loop in the...
Forum: Introductions
11-03-04, 03:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 238
Posted By hrcarol

Hello from the Atlanta 'burbs!

I'm a 35 yr. old mother of 2 (3yr. old girl and 1yr. old boy). I was really into bicycling when I was in college but, once I graduated I became distracted w/ other things. Last year after my son was...
Forum: Recreational & Family
11-03-04, 07:35 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,453
Posted By hrcarol

I totally agree w/ tightwad. I used a bike seat...

I totally agree w/ tightwad. I used a bike seat w/ my daughter a few times. I was terrified of falling because the seat make the bike very top heavy. Now we use a trailer. It's much safer! You can...
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