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Forum: Commuting
04-06-14, 10:21 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 12,113
Posted By henkie327

I went in the opposite direction. From...

I went in the opposite direction. From continental GP4000S 23mm. to vittoria randonneur hyper 32mm. then in winter to schwalbe marathon winter 35mm. (or so ) and now I found a cheap second hand 26"...
Forum: Commuting
12-04-13, 05:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,752
Posted By henkie327

Thanks! BTW What kind of Stans wheels do you use?

Thanks! BTW What kind of Stans wheels do you use?
Forum: Commuting
12-04-13, 05:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,752
Posted By henkie327

Thx for the heads up! Does sound good those Mavic...

Thx for the heads up! Does sound good those Mavic 717 rims in combination with the ghetto tubeless setup
Forum: Commuting
12-02-13, 03:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,752
Posted By henkie327

Commuting tubeless?

I was wondering how many of the people here ride tubeless and if so, what wheelset would they recommend? I was thinking of a set of nice wide tubeless tires (big apples or super motos) riding at...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-13-13, 11:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 624
Posted By henkie327

if i could choose for really cold conditions then...

if i could choose for really cold conditions then maybe something like this:


Pro Softshell 3X1 Jacket
Elite AmFib Cyc Bib Tight
Thermal Zip Neck Ls Base
Forum: Commuting
11-12-13, 09:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,269
Posted By henkie327

I thought about big apples too, but from...

I thought about big apples too, but from everthing i've read and seen, the puncture protection with tubeless tires is pretty good
(I realize it's a promotional video, but nonetheless:...
Forum: Commuting
11-12-13, 11:25 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 9,269
Posted By henkie327

Going for wider set of tires is what I had in...

Going for wider set of tires is what I had in mind. Money's a bit tight right now but I had a plan to convert to either:

- a 650B tubeless wheelset with Grand Bois Hetre 42mm tubeless (apparantly...
Forum: Commuting
11-12-13, 11:15 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,878
Posted By henkie327

17 to 18 miles one way

17 to 18 miles one way
Forum: Living Car Free
11-11-13, 12:36 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,845
Posted By henkie327

I ride a recumbent bike. What does that say about...

I ride a recumbent bike. What does that say about me? it says that I like riding my recumbent bike :D
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-02-13, 12:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 826
Posted By henkie327

For wintergear you could maybe consult the site...

For wintergear you could maybe consult the site below:

http://allseasonscyclist.com/
Forum: Commuting
08-31-13, 10:11 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,188
Posted By henkie327

As I only have one commuter bike, in the winter...

As I only have one commuter bike, in the winter with ice and snow, I simply change my tires to studded Schwalbe marathon winter. But I found that even with fenders, when it's really slippery (ice)...
Forum: Commuting
08-31-13, 10:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,810
Posted By henkie327

I've been thinking along the same lines, however...

I've been thinking along the same lines, however I'm still on the lookout for a good not too expensive tubeless wheelset. And I'm wondering which tires I'd be able to run on said wheelset. Do I...
Forum: Commuting
08-27-13, 12:02 PM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 150,441
Posted By henkie327

Nice commute today. Left 05:30 almost no traffic,...

Nice commute today. Left 05:30 almost no traffic, was still dark. On the way home I made it back in record time. Covered the 18 miles in 40 minutes. Surprised myself. :)
Forum: Commuting
06-24-13, 09:32 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,963
Posted By henkie327

My commute is 18 miles one way which I routinely...

My commute is 18 miles one way which I routinely cover in one hour on my recumbent bike (a high racer, see image below). Normal cruising speeds are between 18 and 23 mph. I think I found a nice...
Forum: Commuting
06-10-13, 10:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,529
Posted By henkie327

for example, like so: 322548

for example, like so:

322548
Forum: Commuting
05-28-13, 01:45 PM
Replies: 124
Views: 13,539
Posted By henkie327

I commute on a recumbent bike and have my seat...

I commute on a recumbent bike and have my seat tilted as far back as possible. The bottom bracket of my bike is a little bit above seat height as well so combined it provides a relatively small cross...
Forum: Commuting
05-27-13, 02:58 PM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 150,441
Posted By henkie327

really nice day for commuting today. Bit chilly...

really nice day for commuting today. Bit chilly in the morning, but arrived all sweaty anyway. On the way back home I thought I had dropped a mountainbiker going down a gentle slope but it didn't...
Forum: Commuting
05-14-13, 08:28 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,510
Posted By henkie327

Tough luck with the flat tire Still you were...

Tough luck with the flat tire

Still you were fortunate enough to have the flat before the ride and not during. At least you could still decide to go by car. Which is exactly what I would've done...
Forum: Commuting
05-13-13, 07:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,874
Posted By henkie327

question remains then: if the frame...

question remains then:

if the frame clearance and disc rotor diameter allow for an easy wheelchange (with a different wheel and tire size), do you use the old cassette and chain with the new wheel...
Forum: Commuting
05-06-13, 02:27 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,702
Posted By henkie327

The hardest part for me is getting up early now...

The hardest part for me is getting up early now that my boss wants me to start at 6 am. This translates into getting up at 4 am :( I'm not exactly an early riser......
Forum: Commuting
05-01-13, 11:46 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,335
Posted By henkie327

Normal working times for me: - 05:00 I wake...

Normal working times for me:

- 05:00 I wake up
- 05:30 get on the bike
- 06:30 arrive at work (Shower and change into my working clothes)
- 07:00 report for work
- 16:30 finish up work...
Forum: Commuting
04-25-13, 01:24 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,586
Posted By henkie327

I don't need to commute by bike at all and can...

I don't need to commute by bike at all and can just as well go by car. My biking route is exactly the same as my car route.
It's just that I prefer going by bike, and the extra benefits are nice...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-24-13, 11:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,456
Posted By henkie327

don't know about aerobars but in your case,...

don't know about aerobars but in your case, something like this might work:

http://www.meta-bikes.com/randoedition.html
Forum: Commuting
04-08-13, 12:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 950
Posted By henkie327

Congratulations! :D Looks like a nice and...

Congratulations! :D Looks like a nice and comfortable bike. Don't know much about a Bike E, but on http://www.bentrideronline.com/messageboard/index.php you'll be able to find information about this...
Forum: Commuting
04-08-13, 06:19 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,984
Posted By henkie327

About 34 miles (54 km's) to 36 miles (56 km's)...

About 34 miles (54 km's) to 36 miles (56 km's) roundtrip for me, depending on which route I choose. Mostly through rural areas, basically totally flat terrain. On these two routes, I have no traffic...
Forum: Commuting
04-04-13, 01:27 PM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 150,441
Posted By henkie327

Today the commute was much like yesterday's...

Today the commute was much like yesterday's commute. Strong and cold eastwind on the way in (hardly any traffic at 05:30) and the same wind in the back going home with a lot more traffic (16:30 pm)....
Forum: Commuting
03-22-13, 03:27 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,719
Posted By henkie327

With these velomobiles you can reach high speeds:...

With these velomobiles you can reach high speeds:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Doh8OmRYlJs

I thought about getting one of these for my commute, but they were too pricey for my taste (even...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-13, 12:41 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,185,093
Posted By henkie327

Pearl Izumi elite softshell jacket Pearl Izumi...

Pearl Izumi elite softshell jacket
Pearl Izumi elite barrier jacket

both excellent jackets and for 50% discount I couldn't pass them up. :)
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-08-13, 12:05 PM
Replies: 8,742
Views: 638,918
Posted By henkie327

I've never worn helmets while biking but ever...

I've never worn helmets while biking but ever since I started commuting by bike in 2012, I started wearing helmets. In winter I even wear a ski helmet (not only for protection, but since it's padded...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-08-13, 06:37 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 8,082
Posted By henkie327

I am an absolute newbie at long distances, so my...

I am an absolute newbie at long distances, so my goals will also be modest. I did 140 km's yesterday @26kph moving avg. Halfway I had a rest stop, but I'd rather eat and drink while on the move....
Forum: Commuting
03-08-13, 03:32 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,705
Posted By henkie327

I live in Holland, land of open flat terrain and...

I live in Holland, land of open flat terrain and bicycle paths.:)
Forum: Commuting
03-08-13, 02:11 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,705
Posted By henkie327

I guess I am lucky. Of my 18 miles route, about...

I guess I am lucky. Of my 18 miles route, about 3/4 consists of bicycle paths that run parallel to the same route I would take driving my car. I have no traffic lights, only roundabouts and usually...
Forum: Commuting
03-06-13, 01:38 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,556
Posted By henkie327

During winter I wore a merino base layer with a...

During winter I wore a merino base layer with a polyester long shirt over it, long and thick cycling bib tights, merino socks and goretex MTB shoes. A water and windproof cycling jacket, a merino...
Forum: Commuting
03-06-13, 01:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 746
Posted By henkie327

Too far for me anyway as 1 hour travelling time...

Too far for me anyway as 1 hour travelling time (one way) is my limit for a commute. On the other hand, when I don't have to work, a 100 miles bike tour would not be such a big deal.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-05-13, 05:07 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 29,831
Posted By henkie327

the loudest bike horn to date: ...

the loudest bike horn to date:

http://www.thehornit.com/

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kHy86DCDmHE
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-03-13, 10:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 999
Posted By henkie327

If it's the shifter you're hearing, it could be...

If it's the shifter you're hearing, it could be that the cable housing causes too much friction. You can easily check this by loosening the inner cable from the rear derailleur and then shifting up...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-03-13, 02:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 573
Posted By henkie327

Thanks for the good tips, I'll keep them in mind...

Thanks for the good tips, I'll keep them in mind :)
Forum: Commuting
03-02-13, 10:55 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,054
Posted By henkie327

Until november last year I had vittoria...

Until november last year I had vittoria randonneur hyper 32mm. at 5 to 6 bar. In 3000 km's (about 1800 miles) I only had one flat (on wet surface a puncture by small sharktooth like stone). I...
Forum: Commuting
03-02-13, 09:03 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,705
Posted By henkie327

My commute is 18 miles one way. For 2013 I set...

My commute is 18 miles one way. For 2013 I set myself the goal to commute by bike at least 2 times a week. The bad part is that I have to get up earlier and arrive home later, but the good part is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-02-13, 08:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 573
Posted By henkie327

New wheelset with new cassette = new chain as well?

Hi all,

I'm wondering whether or not it's a good idea to get a new chain for a new wheelset with new cassette. With the current cassette and chain I've covered about 2500 miles (roughly 4000...
Forum: Commuting
02-26-13, 12:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,982
Posted By henkie327

I'd take route A going to work, and B going home...

I'd take route A going to work, and B going home :D

Usually I don't mind headwind much going to work, as long as I have the same wind in the back going home, but 30 knots wind is a bit much to...
Forum: Commuting
02-25-13, 10:21 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,212
Posted By henkie327

My commute is about 17 miles one way. At work we...

My commute is about 17 miles one way. At work we have showers so it's no problem when I arrive all sweaty. I have clean clothes and towels in my locker at my work. It takes me about an hour each way,...
Forum: Commuting
02-25-13, 11:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 851
Posted By henkie327

Thanks for the recommendation. Is there a...

Thanks for the recommendation. Is there a specific consideration why you would opt for the Mavic EN321 rims instead of the Mavic XM319 rims (as per below)?
...
Forum: Commuting
02-25-13, 07:46 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 851
Posted By henkie327

Rookie commuter looking for a cheap second 26" disc brake wheelset

Hi all,

As the title says, I'm looking for a cheap (but good enough) 26" disc brake wheelset. Currently I have a 28" disc brake wheelset which only allows tires up to 37mm. in width, but I'd like...
Forum: Commuting
01-31-13, 02:44 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,664
Posted By henkie327

Yesterday had strong gusty winds on my commute....

Yesterday had strong gusty winds on my commute. Rain and wind in the back going to work had me flying. But I had to fight the same strong winds on the return leg that completely drained me. I was on...
Forum: Commuting
01-28-13, 02:20 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,549
Posted By henkie327

I like my current commute better. Holland with...

I like my current commute better. Holland with mostly dedicated rural biking lanes, no traffic lights only roundabouts. Don't think I would like commuting in a busy city with too many stop and go's.
Forum: Commuting
01-28-13, 02:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,434
Posted By henkie327

Only have experience with 700x32 Vittoria...

Only have experience with 700x32 Vittoria Randonneur Hyper reflex vs GP 4000S. I put the Hypers on because they gave me a more comfortable ride than the continentals and I didn't really notice the...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-24-13, 07:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,285
Posted By henkie327

them shark wheels need truing :lol:

them shark wheels need truing :lol:
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-19-13, 12:28 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 150,284
Posted By henkie327

14F, -10C. On the leg to work, a light headwind...

14F, -10C. On the leg to work, a light headwind (3bft) same wind but now at the back on returning back home

unknown brand longsleeve merino shirt
Pearl Izumi Pro softshell 180 jacket
Craft PXC...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-15-13, 12:37 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 18,978
Posted By henkie327

Pearl Izumi pro soft shell 180

Pearl Izumi pro soft shell 180
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