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Forum: Commuting
03-20-13, 11:33 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 7,481
Posted By CyclingVirgin

:rolleyes: ...

:rolleyes:

http://www.midwestenergynews.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/02/bike-gun-rack.jpg
Forum: Commuting
03-20-13, 07:16 PM
Replies: 456
Views: 65,989
Posted By CyclingVirgin

305785

305785
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-13, 07:13 PM
Replies: 2,622
Views: 672,416
Posted By CyclingVirgin

305784

305784
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-13, 04:01 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 19,110
Posted By CyclingVirgin

I was planning on spraying it with the spokes...

I was planning on spraying it with the spokes mounted. I have plenty of painters tape around the house so I was thinking of taping off everything while just spraying the spoke. Feasible?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-19-13, 05:48 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,814
Posted By CyclingVirgin

So I do have to say that I am no model example of...

So I do have to say that I am no model example of healthy eating but here is the skinny...

If it comes in an air sealed bag..avoid it
Beef and pig...eat only twice a week (one serving of each)...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-13, 04:32 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 19,110
Posted By CyclingVirgin

I guess the sarcasm was not reflected in my...

I guess the sarcasm was not reflected in my previous statement....

Then again, if this was cancer awareness month, I would not be reluctant to install pink tires to show my support.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-13, 01:21 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 19,110
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Only if they came in pink...I would be ALL over...

Only if they came in pink...I would be ALL over it! ;)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-13, 11:54 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 19,110
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Thanks reddog3! I'm thinking of giving...

Thanks reddog3!

I'm thinking of giving plasti-dip an initial shot to see how I feel about it. It will cost me $15 for everything. If it sits well, then I will look into more permanent options.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-13, 10:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 19,110
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Yes it is my one and only...meaning it's the one...

Yes it is my one and only...meaning it's the one bike I have and I will not buy another...not like it's the love of my life...

Seconds, I want to make it my own but you have to be realistic doing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-18-13, 01:59 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 19,110
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Did you say kitten?! Meow that's what I'm talking...

Did you say kitten?! Meow that's what I'm talking about! :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-17-13, 08:49 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 19,110
Posted By CyclingVirgin

http://compare.ebay.com/like/190781261905?var=lv&l...

http://compare.ebay.com/like/190781261905?var=lv&ltyp=AllFixedPriceItemTypes&var=sbar
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-17-13, 08:48 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 19,110
Posted By CyclingVirgin

I have actually looked into the above...The tires...

I have actually looked into the above...The tires are in the works...the bar tape I currently have is BRAND NEW so I feel bad to rid of it, my seat is an expensive one from what I hear so I am not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-13, 10:52 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 19,110
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Sounds like changing the spokes is out of the...

Sounds like changing the spokes is out of the question as it does not sound like a 1 hour job.

The reason I want to change the colors is to 'make it my own'. My bike has a slight hint of green in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-13, 06:31 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 19,110
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Are they hard to change out? What brands...

Are they hard to change out?

What brands are the best bang for the buck?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-13, 06:13 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 19,110
Posted By CyclingVirgin

I want to change the color of my spokes...

What are my options besides buying new spokes?

Plasti-Dip?

Spray Paint?

Powder Coat?

They're currently silver and I want them to be black with three of them neon green. I'll see if my...
Forum: Commuting
03-11-13, 01:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,333
Posted By CyclingVirgin

I know I am going to get flamed for this but I am prepared! :)

I am interested in some GREEN tires as I feel it will make my bike stand out and allow me to make it my own...I know there are BETTER tires out there but I am more interested in this green thing I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-13, 01:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,521
Posted By CyclingVirgin

From the sound of things...this is rather...

From the sound of things...this is rather 'normalish'

I have put on 150 miles since my last deep cleaning session so I think the bike is due for one...maybe in two weeks after my finals are over!...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-13, 10:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,521
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Chain keeps falling off when I backwards pedal... :(

So I am not sure if this is normal (As I don't think it is) but every time I turn my crank in the counter clock wise fashion my chain jumps to different gears in the back cog and the chain ends of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-13, 09:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 747
Posted By CyclingVirgin

If anything I am more concerned about the seat...

If anything I am more concerned about the seat post grease/lube/thingy because I hear they can fuze together if not greased/lubed

In regards to the degreaser, I used simple green and noticed some...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-13, 08:50 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 747
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Lubes, Grease, Oils, and anything else needed...

So I have been searching and reading and watching youtube for weeks now!

It seems as though FINISHLINE is the best product for:

a) Degreaser (T/F)

b) Lube (T/F)

c) Grease (T/F)
Forum: Commuting
02-18-13, 02:43 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,849
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Lights, lights, and more lights...

Now that Betsy (the bike) is on the road and is officially my commuter I am in need of some lights...I will be forward by telling you that I am not in the place to afford top of the line lights so I...
Forum: Commuting
02-15-13, 02:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,108
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Thank you everyone! I just relayed the...

Thank you everyone!

I just relayed the message to him about the 105s...hopefully he takes that path.
Forum: Commuting
02-14-13, 10:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,108
Posted By CyclingVirgin

I believe he plans to ride 10 miles so he wants...

I believe he plans to ride 10 miles so he wants to be clipped in.

I informed him about the shimanos but he wants to stay at the low cost end of the spectrum. I fear he'll get so-so quality but I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-13, 08:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,593
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Sorry about the socks...just didn't want to...

Sorry about the socks...just didn't want to damage the wall!
Forum: Commuting
02-12-13, 08:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,108
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Can I get some feedback on these pedals please? :)

http://www.amazon.com/VP-Clipless-Road-Bike-Pedals/dp/B004P3W5GU/ref=sr_1_12?s=cycling&ie=UTF8&qid=1360701992&sr=1-12
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-13, 08:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,593
Posted By CyclingVirgin

They are what Ultegras are now but the bike is...

They are what Ultegras are now but the bike is equipped with Shimano 600s
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-13, 08:19 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,593
Posted By CyclingVirgin

No...I think the wheel may not be centered when i...

No...I think the wheel may not be centered when i placed it back on after I installed Mr. Tuffy's. What is the best way to achieve perfect centering?



Lesson learned! :(



This will be...
Forum: Commuting
02-12-13, 08:15 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 11,861
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Unfortunately, there are zillions of goatheads...

Unfortunately, there are zillions of goatheads around my school and home so I imagine that I will need all the protection I can buy. A lot of the faculty commute via bike, I should ask them what kind...
Forum: Commuting
02-11-13, 01:23 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 11,861
Posted By CyclingVirgin

They are on the bike...I am going on a 15 mile...

They are on the bike...I am going on a 15 mile ride on Friday but it's after my Wingate (experiment I am running for school) so we'll see how shot my legs are. ha!

Hopefully I don't get a flat...
Forum: Commuting
02-10-13, 07:43 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 11,861
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Darn! Maybe I should take the wheels apart again...

Darn! Maybe I should take the wheels apart again and sand down the sides... :/

I was thinking of putting on some 28s but feared clearance issues...what brand 25s do you have on yours?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-13, 07:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,593
Posted By CyclingVirgin

I'll try the blow dryer idea but it that doesn't...

I'll try the blow dryer idea but it that doesn't fix the matter at hand should I mess with the derailer?

On that note, which video best demonstrates the techniques in adjusting the derailer?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-13, 04:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,593
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Sorry about my amazing grammer...it was late and...

Sorry about my amazing grammer...it was late and I was tired but that should still be not excuse. :(

Anyways...

1) The chain does stay on the cog but it seems like it wants to jump a...
Forum: Commuting
02-10-13, 04:22 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 11,861
Posted By CyclingVirgin

I have lost allllll confidence with these liners...

I have lost allllll confidence with these liners now...Son of a gun...Should I return them?

For a second I did consider getting new tires (Wider and more for commuting) as I am running 700 x 20c...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-13, 04:12 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,593
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Shifting weird after cleaning chain... :(

So I wanted to deep clean my chain so I did the following...

1) Sprayed down with a lot of simple green

2) Used a firm brush to scrub the crub off

3) More Simple Green, More Brushing

4)...
Forum: Commuting
02-10-13, 04:01 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 11,861
Posted By CyclingVirgin

So I just installed Mr. Tuffy's Tire liner...

I will be commuting 5-10 miles everyday now that I finally got in my shoes but wanted to 'toughen' up the bike. I have read a little about them and the fact that Amazon had them for $12 didn't hurt...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-01-13, 01:47 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,509
Posted By CyclingVirgin

That totally makes sense... But would you...

That totally makes sense...

But would you guys say that in regards to the caloric number, does 6xx sound about right for an hours worth of pedaling?
Forum: Commuting
01-30-13, 03:46 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 406
Posted By CyclingVirgin

I put my foot in my mouth...RAHTHER my PHONE!

Edit: - Guess this wasn't as funny as I thought...


Admin please take down. :)
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-30-13, 03:34 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,509
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Ha! Thank you for the compliment but I am almost...

Ha! Thank you for the compliment but I am almost 100Kg without the bike. Add another 8-10 kg and you'll have us as a set. I want to drop 10 kg (MINIMUM) by the beginning of summer time.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-30-13, 01:46 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,509
Posted By CyclingVirgin

And if this is correct... I should be over 1000...

And if this is correct... I should be over 1000 calories. This is what I did last night to a tee...

Cycling for 65 min
10 min rest
FULL blown sprint for 1/4 mile
10 min rest
Elliptical for 30...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-30-13, 01:43 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,509
Posted By CyclingVirgin

I'm 28 meaning that my maximum HR is 220 - 28...

I'm 28 meaning that my maximum HR is 220 - 28 which would equal 192. So I was in the 90s for my heart rate but my resistance was set to 12-14 through out the whole hour if that means anything.
Forum: Commuting
01-29-13, 03:14 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 9,697
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Sadly aesthetics are everything to...

Sadly aesthetics are everything to me...especially when it comes to bikes and safety gear.


The better looking the bike and the gear I have, the more prone I am to using it. Then again, that...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-29-13, 03:11 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,509
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Ha! Thank you all for your amazing responses! I...

Ha! Thank you all for your amazing responses! I figured the distance and the climb numbers were a little too good to be true but I am hoping that the calorie numbers are somewhat accurate as I am...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-28-13, 09:21 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,509
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Fake bike vs. a Real bike

Do you think I could pull these numbers off on a real bike or would I fatigue due to the elements?

I have always been told the 'real' activity is much better for you than the 'fake'...what do you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-13, 09:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,280
Posted By CyclingVirgin

From what I hear, the harder the sole the...

From what I hear, the harder the sole the better...then again I see a lot of people on campus commute with running shoes or flip flops! ha!
Forum: Commuting
01-15-13, 09:30 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 6,293
Posted By CyclingVirgin

28 degrees F I did it just to see what it's...

28 degrees F

I did it just to see what it's like and I do have to say...it sucks!!!

haha!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-15-13, 09:27 PM
Replies: 382
Views: 158,214
Posted By CyclingVirgin

I am VERY interested in the shoes and will take...

I am VERY interested in the shoes and will take them as I have been looking for some new ones...let me know what you need from me.

Thanks!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-02-13, 02:45 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,227
Posted By CyclingVirgin

I agree with everyone! I have a wired one...

I agree with everyone!

I have a wired one that came with the bike. I hate it because it's pink for some darn reason but it does EVERYTHING that my friend's does and he paid $150 for it. Then...
Forum: Commuting
01-02-13, 02:41 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,587
Posted By CyclingVirgin

I don't know if they make me happy necessarily....

I don't know if they make me happy necessarily. This is how I see it.

I have the Look pedals that came on the bike (FREE), my friend said I can use his Northwave shoes for as long as I want...
Forum: Commuting
01-01-13, 08:10 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,587
Posted By CyclingVirgin

Ha! Yes, sorry for my lack of grammer. I am new...

Ha! Yes, sorry for my lack of grammer. I am new to this sport.
Forum: Commuting
01-01-13, 07:11 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,587
Posted By CyclingVirgin

I'm liking these as an idea. The guy at the LBS...

I'm liking these as an idea. The guy at the LBS told me that these are NOT good for road bikes and that the triangle things were a lot better because they were more comfortable and that they were...
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