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Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-10, 07:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 565
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Choose saddle color carefully

Enuff said.

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/MrTenX/Misc/Bicycle%20pics/bikeseat.jpg
02-28-10, 06:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,536
Posted By Charlie Quatro

The question that needs to be asked is, just who...

The question that needs to be asked is, just who is this hit and run motorist the LAPD, DA and City Attorney seem to be protecting?
01-22-10, 02:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,304
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Who makes those bar ends? Me likey.

Who makes those bar ends?
Me likey.
01-18-10, 06:54 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 9,277
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Made it to 56 two days ago.

Made it to 56 two days ago.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-09, 01:43 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,096
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Breakfree CLP...

Breakfree CLP (http://www.break-free.com/?location=/products/index.asp)
Same stuff I use on my gunz.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-09, 07:18 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,048
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Don't red one's make you go faster?

Don't red one's make you go faster?
09-21-09, 10:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,276
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Ooowwww! Thats gonna take awhile to buff...

Ooowwww! Thats gonna take awhile to buff out.:eek:
09-20-09, 03:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,276
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Bummer. I had to yell at some yahoo this...

Bummer.
I had to yell at some yahoo this morning who put a huge plywood garage sale sign in the bike lane on my morning ride here in the San Fernando Valley (Woodley Ave. just south of the VA...
07-10-09, 07:41 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,548
Posted By Charlie Quatro

US Army 72-82 ...

US Army 72-82

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/MrTenX/Misc/member6226.png
05-18-09, 06:22 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,298
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Yes.

Yes.
04-22-09, 12:40 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,669
Posted By Charlie Quatro

If you intend to use a camelback or backpack you...

If you intend to use a camelback or backpack you might consider a recumbent bike jersey as they have pockets on the sides instead of on the back.
This makes the pack a little more comfortable and...
02-03-09, 09:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 690
Posted By Charlie Quatro

+1 They didn't mention whether he was wearing a...

+1
They didn't mention whether he was wearing a helmet or not either.
Forum: Touring
01-23-09, 06:39 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 16,208
Posted By Charlie Quatro

You are correct. Its actually a B67. I've...

You are correct. Its actually a B67. I've edited my post.



The seat post is a setback Thomson.
As you can see in the picture, the wide part of the saddle where I actually sit is level. ...
Forum: Commuting
01-22-09, 02:48 PM
Replies: 15,693
Views: 12,359,738
Posted By Charlie Quatro

I can go 8-10 miles before my hands start getting...

I can go 8-10 miles before my hands start getting a little tingly.
However, the stock bar wasn't much better. Pic-
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/MrTenX/Misc/Bicycle%20pics/HPIM1426.jpg
...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-09, 05:05 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,660
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Shameless plug for BDop Cycling

Received my Dashboard Genie from BDop Cycling a couple of weeks ago and I am very pleased with the quality and ease of installation.
Plenty of room for two accessories. A DiNotte 200L gets...
Forum: Commuting
01-21-09, 02:54 PM
Replies: 15,693
Views: 12,359,738
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Made a few changes/additions to my 05' Breezer...

Made a few changes/additions to my 05' Breezer Freedom since my last upgrade post of Sept. 08.
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/MrTenX/Misc/Bicycle%20pics/HPIM1475.jpg
Went to a straight bar...
Forum: Touring
01-21-09, 01:54 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 16,208
Posted By Charlie Quatro

B67 on my Breezer- ...

B67 on my Breezer-
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/MrTenX/Misc/Bicycle%20pics/HPIM1476.jpg
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/MrTenX/Misc/Bicycle%20pics/HPIM1478.jpg

I gotta have the...
01-10-09, 06:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 912
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Very windy with lots of crap blowing around with...

Very windy with lots of crap blowing around with the wind.
I live across the street from CSUN (Nordoff and Lindley) and have been on a few rides with the SFVBC and I don't think going on a 25/30...
01-10-09, 05:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 912
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Not me. Didn't ride yesterday or today. ...

Not me.
Didn't ride yesterday or today.
Hopefully the wind will die down some tomorrow (Sunday) so I can get some miles in.
However, I did notice a few roadie types out this morning here in the...
Forum: Commuting
01-04-09, 09:51 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,944
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Outstanding! I was fixin to spend $24 for...

Outstanding!

I was fixin to spend $24 for one at my LBS.
01-01-09, 08:21 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,762
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Did a fast 14 miles this morning. Temp. was...

Did a fast 14 miles this morning.
Temp. was warm, traffic was light but was a little windy.
Forum: Commuting
11-19-08, 10:34 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 964
Posted By Charlie Quatro

My 06 Bianchi Castro Valley...

My 06 Bianchi Castro Valley (http://www.bianchiusa.com/06_castro_valley.html) came with factory installed fenders.
Be advised though that it's a 1x9.
11-13-08, 02:24 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,363
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Hmmm. 106/72. Usually runs slightly higher. ...

Hmmm. 106/72. Usually runs slightly higher.
I'm taking Amlodipine to keep it under 130/80 as I have only 1 kidney.

Sitting heart rate 65.
11-12-08, 08:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,737
Posted By Charlie Quatro

US Army 72-82 ...

US Army 72-82

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/MrTenX/Family/HPIM1440.jpg
August 1975 Yongsan, Seoul Korea

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/MrTenX/Misc/member6226.png
10-23-08, 05:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 701
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Woodley to Plummer is probably best however,...

Woodley to Plummer is probably best however, there are a number of low rolling hills on Plummer which can make it a bit strenuous.
When you gain some experience and confidence riding in traffic I...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-08, 07:26 PM
Replies: 15,693
Views: 12,359,738
Posted By Charlie Quatro

My 06' 61 cm Bianchi Castro Valley with a few...

My 06' 61 cm Bianchi Castro Valley with a few upgrades-
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/MrTenX/Misc/Bicycle%20pics/HPIM1434.jpg

Since being laid off from work I'm not commuting with it...
08-28-08, 04:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 912
Posted By Charlie Quatro

I am no longer a clyde

Same here.
Visited my doctor today and weighed in at 198 lbs.
I've been around 215-220 for the longest time but, have been working on getting down to my high school weight of 195 (I'm 54).

Guess...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-12-08, 10:38 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 6,175
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Hmmmm. I live in the heart of the San Fernando...

Hmmmm. I live in the heart of the San Fernando Valley (Northridge) and have been riding for 3 years with no such problems.
My commute to work would take me thru North Hills, Pacomia and San...
08-06-08, 06:07 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,514
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Neither Roadie or Mountain Biker. I consider...

Neither Roadie or Mountain Biker.
I consider myself a high end commuter/low end roadie.
So, I guess I'm a...................Commodie :roflmao2:

Bikes are a steel frame BIANCHI Castro Valley and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-08, 01:41 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,420
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Why do I so not believe this. I suspect he was...

Why do I so not believe this.
I suspect he was screwing around with it and shot himself.
Forum: Commuting
08-04-08, 10:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,288
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Easiest would be to change the rear cog. I...

Easiest would be to change the rear cog. I believe the Villager has an 18 tooth rear cog. Shimano makes rear cogs with 16 to 23 teeth. However, as pointed out, you'll loose top end speed.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-08, 09:00 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,434
Posted By Charlie Quatro

I'm no roadie so I hope its ok for me to post...

I'm no roadie so I hope its ok for me to post here.
Anyway-

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/MrTenX/Misc/untitled-1.jpg

On second thought, this guy could be more of a poser than a Fred. ...
Forum: Commuting
08-02-08, 08:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 606
Posted By Charlie Quatro

The Vittoria Randonneur...

The Vittoria Randonneur (http://biketiresdirect.com/productdetail.asp?p=VIRND) tires that came stock on my Bianchi Castro Valley have proven to be excellent commuting tires. Well over 1000 flat free...
07-29-08, 02:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,372
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Saw some at a K Mart. Didn't have one with my...

Saw some at a K Mart.
Didn't have one with my name though. :(
07-29-08, 02:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 341
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Oh yeah. A nice shaker. Was holding on to my...

Oh yeah. A nice shaker.
Was holding on to my computer monitor and trying to decide if I should let go and grab onto our tv which was across the living room.
Fortunately it stopped shaking after...
Forum: Commuting
07-21-08, 07:17 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,868
Posted By Charlie Quatro

+1 That booklet came with my Breezer when I...

+1
That booklet came with my Breezer when I purchased it in 2005.
Forum: Commuting
07-21-08, 09:13 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 974
Posted By Charlie Quatro

I was in the same boat as you and have found the...

I was in the same boat as you and have found the Giant Velocity Cargo Shorts (http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-us/partsaccessories/apparel/220/25109/) to be pretty good.
Not too baggy but, don't...
Forum: Commuting
07-16-08, 02:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,042
Posted By Charlie Quatro

If you like the Kona Smoke and have an REI nearby...

If you like the Kona Smoke and have an REI nearby you might check out the Novara Buzz V. (http://www.rei.com/product/760872)

Its a little mo $ than the Kona but REI has great sales thru-out the...
05-24-08, 04:37 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 4,103
Posted By Charlie Quatro

US Army 72-82 Fort Ord, CA Fort Lewis, WA...

US Army 72-82

Fort Ord, CA
Fort Lewis, WA
Korea
Fort Sill, OK
Germany
Aberdeen Proving Ground, MD
05-18-08, 03:27 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,371
Posted By Charlie Quatro

The Germans bombed Pearl Harbor?

The Germans bombed Pearl Harbor?
03-26-08, 08:24 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,577
Posted By Charlie Quatro

All mine are plain. Even on my upright...

All mine are plain.



Even on my upright bikes I prefer recumbent jerseys (Mt Borah Bent Jersey (http://mtborah.com/index.asp?CompID=44&action=ViewProduct&ProductID=333&CategoryID=65)) with...
Forum: Commuting
02-11-08, 05:49 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 4,658
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Average speed for my 19 mile round trip commute (...

Average speed for my 19 mile round trip commute ( http://toporoute.com/cgi-bin/getSavedRoute.cgi?routeKey=KHHVMMJSSVTKEOA) is 12-13 mph with stops and stuff.
12-01-07, 08:15 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,842
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Fer crissakes!!! It was Rodney King......a low...

Fer crissakes!!! It was Rodney King......a low quality human.
Too bad is wasn't buckshot.
As far as I'm concerned he was simply an @hole on a bike.
Jeeeez!
Forum: Commuting
11-25-07, 09:16 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,482
Posted By Charlie Quatro

I have 2 bikes which I suppose you could say are...

I have 2 bikes which I suppose you could say are commuter specific. However, for my purposes are good general purpose bikes.
They both have fenders, lights and sprung Brooks saddles.

#1- 05...
11-21-07, 09:15 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 9,547
Posted By Charlie Quatro

http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/MrTenX/Misc/...

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10-27-07, 11:07 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,131
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Well, there is a triathalon forum on this board...

Well, there is a triathalon forum on this board (near the bottom).
Will most likely get better responses there.
10-13-07, 08:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,071
Posted By Charlie Quatro

+1

+1
06-26-07, 09:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 768
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Here ya go. Obviously works for this bicyclist....

Here ya go.
Obviously works for this bicyclist.
http://i4.photobucket.com/albums/y134/MrTenX/Misc/MadgeSecurity.jpg
06-10-07, 10:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,743
Posted By Charlie Quatro

Ran light and paid the ultimate price

From the Los Angeles Times-

http://www.latimes.com/news/local/la-me-rbriefs10.2jun10,1,6216753.story?coll=la-headlines-california

Bicyclist runs light, is hit, killed by car
From Times Staff...
04-10-07, 08:55 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,395
Posted By Charlie Quatro

At least California has taken some fairly passive...

At least California has taken some fairly passive measures to encourage mentally challenged wrong way bikers to to ride in the same direction as traffic....
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