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Forum: Folding Bikes
06-03-15, 03:36 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 919
Posted By silentlysailing

Tern Link p24h, Cutting cables and wires when folded.

Hi, I'm an over the road truck driver that picked up the bicycle to use for exercise and shopping runs. It sits on its side on my top bed/mattress. However it recently cut through the cable housings...
Forum: Commuting
09-18-14, 08:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,420
Posted By silentlysailing

I have a set of blue ones on my bike. I really...

I have a set of blue ones on my bike. I really like them for a platform. They take a lot of abuse. Also they grip my shoes really well. I wear worn out skate shoes while riding though. Over time the...
09-13-14, 03:02 PM
Replies: 468
Views: 47,111
Posted By silentlysailing

I average about 12.5mph on flat ground. I ride a...

I average about 12.5mph on flat ground. I ride a converted steel mountain bike, with the rack and everything fixed to the bike about 30lbs, then add my one pannier and saddle bag is another 15 lbs....
09-12-14, 11:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,528
Posted By silentlysailing

I would just adjust the FD properly. If you have...

I would just adjust the FD properly. If you have some spare time you can tinker with it otherwise it shouldn't be expensive at all for the shop to do it. As for the noise, my only guess would be a...
09-12-14, 08:23 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,551
Posted By silentlysailing

While most wheel manufactures stress test wheels,...

While most wheel manufactures stress test wheels, I don't think they'd do it simulating bad road. More of just a short time with a bit of weight I would think.

Maybe offer a free truing service if...
09-12-14, 08:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,531
Posted By silentlysailing

I let my bike sit in the sun for a few hours then...

I let my bike sit in the sun for a few hours then stored it inside for a day before lubing it.





I can't identify it being in the same spot because it happens so often. Plus changing gears...
09-11-14, 06:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,531
Posted By silentlysailing

I just measured with a ruler and it is under 12 &...

I just measured with a ruler and it is under 12 & 1/16th. I guess I'll go with normal wear for now. I normally have used the 6&7 cogs the most with 5th getting some use 4th when tired. I'll try going...
09-11-14, 05:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,531
Posted By silentlysailing

My chain is under 50% worn according to my check...

My chain is under 50% worn according to my check tool. Chain is KMC x8.99 and shimano HG50 cassette.
09-11-14, 05:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 855
Posted By silentlysailing

It wouldn't hurt to replace it. If it does come...

It wouldn't hurt to replace it. If it does come apart you have to worry about the tire binding in the frame/brakes. Also I would think if the tire fully fails the tube will expand and pop.
09-11-14, 05:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,531
Posted By silentlysailing

Popping felt through pedals.

Hi, I have a question. I just cleaned and re-lubed my drive train. Since doing that I'm finding that all my gears(1-5) except 2 (6-7) seem to have a popping feeling that I feel through the pedals,...
08-20-14, 02:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,221
Posted By silentlysailing

Its been a while since I shopped for a lock....

Its been a while since I shopped for a lock. However, I used an Ongaurd Brute. It is just about as strong as those new york locks at almost half the price.

If you get the right size you can lock...
08-20-14, 01:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,206
Posted By silentlysailing

Sorry, I hadn't been watching too closely. ...

Sorry, I hadn't been watching too closely.

I tried a few different things. I've gotten it confirmed than I'm actually not locking my arms they are fairly straight but not locked. Had the fit...
08-12-14, 09:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,206
Posted By silentlysailing

I guess I'll upload a pic of my bike in its...

I guess I'll upload a pic of my bike in its current configuration.

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Also I've been looking at these bars or butterfly bars.

Riser Bar with sweep...
08-09-14, 02:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,206
Posted By silentlysailing

I'm starting to think its a physical issue as...

I'm starting to think its a physical issue as just driving my car my one arm is getting stiff also got stiff when I let it lay on a pillow next to me for a while. I made sure to not lock my arms and...
08-03-14, 04:46 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,206
Posted By silentlysailing

Thank you FBinNY. I think I had gotten...

Thank you FBinNY. I think I had gotten discouraged with my current bike and too jumpy about a new one like a kid in a toy store. However, I did fix my upper back pain with the stem.

I just got...
08-03-14, 11:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,206
Posted By silentlysailing

Road or Flat bar road hybrid.

Hi. I currently at the max with my current bike. My current bike a 1995 Trek 950 I have road tires on. However I'm having fit issues. After 5 miles or so my arms get really stiff. I've tried a riser...
Forum: Touring
05-08-14, 08:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,280
Posted By silentlysailing

Personally, though never toured, just long daily...

Personally, though never toured, just long daily rides. I like my large platforms, and wear skate shoes.
Forum: Commuting
03-26-14, 10:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 6,399
Posted By silentlysailing

Well I've ridden during a hurricane and in hail...

Well I've ridden during a hurricane and in hail storms. For those instances rain gear is a must. Keeps the hail from stinging, and from getting too cold. I can say with rain gear take it extra easy...
Forum: Commuting
10-25-13, 11:23 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By silentlysailing

I use ski goggles. I may look like a dork, but...

I use ski goggles. I may look like a dork, but they allow me to see comfortably even if its windy.
Forum: Commuting
10-18-13, 09:01 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 5,928
Posted By silentlysailing

I've had it happen as well. I ride an older bike...

I've had it happen as well. I ride an older bike that many people have said for me to get a better bike, and all that. When it is a pretty darn good bike with no real cosmetic defects, decent...
10-18-13, 01:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,066
Posted By silentlysailing

Thanks for the advice.

Thanks for the advice.
10-18-13, 12:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,066
Posted By silentlysailing

Hyperglide-c freehub with larger small cog?

Hi, I have a Trek 950. I've been thinking about replacing the rear cassette. I says Hyperglide-C on the lock ring, and AG on the cassette. It's an 11-28 cassette. Currently using an IG chain.

So...
Forum: Commuting
10-03-13, 05:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 713
Posted By silentlysailing

My personal preference is to heal up first. Then...

My personal preference is to heal up first. Then I won't be distracted by possible and likely pain, causing a fall or to not make it to where I'm going.
Forum: Commuting
09-28-13, 06:24 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,880
Posted By silentlysailing

26 in mountain bike wheels are normally stronger...

26 in mountain bike wheels are normally stronger than the 700c and have higher spoke counts. Also tire inflation plays a key and you need to find the comfortable balance with some cush yet no pinch...
Forum: Commuting
09-28-13, 05:57 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,880
Posted By silentlysailing

Skinnier, high pressure tires could help a lot on...

Skinnier, high pressure tires could help a lot on speed depending on what you are using.
Forum: Commuting
09-27-13, 03:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,000
Posted By silentlysailing

I'd say for that range I'd go used. Personally...

I'd say for that range I'd go used. Personally for commuting or touring I think a barely used good quality rigid mountain bike with proper brazon's could probably be found for about $200 being the...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-13, 10:45 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,729
Posted By silentlysailing

Looking back I really liked my first bike I used...

Looking back I really liked my first bike I used for commuting. I liked it more than these other bikes I've had that are designed for commuting. It also taught me quite a bit and from my first bike I...
Forum: Touring
09-21-13, 03:07 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 6,504
Posted By silentlysailing

That looks similar to how I just had my wheel...

That looks similar to how I just had my wheel trued at a bike shop, only they hit tables and walls instead lol.
Forum: Commuting
09-08-13, 10:36 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 8,878
Posted By silentlysailing

I have one of the magic shine headlights and it...

I have one of the magic shine headlights and it still works good and there equivalents are down to like $20 just make sure if its one of them it has the newer battery/ a good one. Here's an example....
08-30-13, 06:55 PM
Replies: 9,028
Views: 3,099,459
Posted By silentlysailing

I bought a 1995 Trek 950 last weekend. Prior...

I bought a 1995 Trek 950 last weekend. Prior owner had practically left it un ridden. Had the original tire up front, and original brake pads that were dried out. The tire sounded like paper and fell...
04-02-11, 03:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 320
Posted By silentlysailing

Questions on pricing a used bike.

I've been trying to do my research on bike prices. I have a basic value down on the bike itself. But I was wondering how much of a factor do accessories like: racks, lights(Magic shine), fenders,...
Forum: Commuting
03-30-11, 05:41 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 80,303
Posted By silentlysailing

Wow this is an interesting thread. I just throw...

Wow this is an interesting thread. I just throw mine in one of my panniers
03-30-11, 05:22 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,710
Posted By silentlysailing

Normal clothes here. Plus I use a tie thing...

Normal clothes here. Plus I use a tie thing around my pant leg if I need to.
Forum: Commuting
03-30-11, 05:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 704
Posted By silentlysailing

Personally I've had a 7.3 and never had any...

Personally I've had a 7.3 and never had any problems. I like how the 7.3 is more versatile though with the front braze-on's for if you wanted to go more adventurous on the bike. Looking online they...
Forum: Commuting
03-28-11, 10:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 925
Posted By silentlysailing

The Continental equivalent is the Tour Plus. It's...

The Continental equivalent is the Tour Plus. It's a little cheaper apparently but it doesn't have as long of a tread life. After looking at them more, apparently they don't sell them in the 35 width...
Forum: Commuting
03-28-11, 09:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 925
Posted By silentlysailing

I found schwalbe's in general to be hard to come...

I found schwalbe's in general to be hard to come by in bike shops. I found mine at one of my favorite bike shops (has a lot of commuter/city bike stuff) in Austin that's about 110 miles away. I drive...
Forum: Commuting
03-28-11, 07:49 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,298
Posted By silentlysailing

I have 2 of the Novara shopping panniers that I...

I have 2 of the Novara shopping panniers that I got on clearance for $20 plus the box pannier from Nashbar. Needless to say they are on there last legs I thing so I may be getting some new ones soon.
Forum: Commuting
02-12-11, 03:16 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,487
Posted By silentlysailing

I like the term retro city. In my opinion dutch...

I like the term retro city. In my opinion dutch bikes are full featured and a bit heavier.
02-09-11, 07:27 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,803
Posted By silentlysailing

Personally I have been wanting a dutch bike too,...

Personally I have been wanting a dutch bike too, but I can't afford it with a car payment. I just saw one of those Linus mixte bikes over in Austin this last weekend and it was a beautiful bike. I...
Forum: Commuting
02-07-11, 01:06 AM
Replies: 15,693
Views: 12,359,449
Posted By silentlysailing

Yep, I got them for several reasons, first they...

Yep, I got them for several reasons, first they are cheaper to outfit than drop bars(due to using the components that were on the flat bar) while offering more hand positions. I do find that I can...
Forum: Commuting
02-07-11, 12:00 AM
Replies: 15,693
Views: 12,359,449
Posted By silentlysailing

Here is my bike. This picture gives me good...

Here is my bike. This picture gives me good reason to go for a ride to get a better picture during the day.
http://www.bsteng.com/pictures/Bike.jpg
Forum: Commuting
01-21-11, 01:53 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,254
Posted By silentlysailing

I'm surprised no one mentioned this. All I do is...

I'm surprised no one mentioned this. All I do is allow plenty of time to ride and not get too sweaty and all that as it messes up my hair more. I just carry a hair brush personally so that I can...
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