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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-11-06, 01:57 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 10,863
Posted By Saddleview

I think a lot of it is mental. For some reason I...

I think a lot of it is mental. For some reason I just ride better when I have a helmet on and am flying at 40 mph.

Again, personal choice.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-10-06, 11:47 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 10,863
Posted By Saddleview

Falling at that speed sucks. I know. But if I...

Falling at that speed sucks. I know. But if I fall at 10 mph then it isn't *that* bad. If I fall at 25 mph it's going to suck as well and the fall WOULD be pretty crappy. I opt for the option that...
Forum: Touring
08-10-06, 09:45 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,524
Posted By Saddleview

Here is an example of pressing on...

Here is an example of pressing on (http://cycleroam.com/bnw/2006/07/20/20/).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-10-06, 09:31 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 10,863
Posted By Saddleview

Hmmm... I have to admit, against my better...

Hmmm...

I have to admit, against my better judgement, that I do not wear a helmet about 60% of the time. I carry it with me and strap it on when I know I'll be doing more than 25 mph.

:o
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-10-06, 09:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,496
Posted By Saddleview

Speaking of fixed gears... Riding coast to...

Speaking of fixed gears...

Riding coast to coast without coasting (http://www.bakercityherald.com/news/results.cfm?story_no=3559)

Sample


The tour is still in progress...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-10-06, 09:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,630
Posted By Saddleview

I snagged one of these for $40.00 on e-bay. ...

I snagged one of these for $40.00 on e-bay.
http://www.topeak.com/2006/products/bags/tourguidehbbdx.php

I've got no complaints. :)

Comes with a shoulder strap and rain cover.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-06, 08:50 PM
Replies: 488
Views: 34,712
Posted By Saddleview

I hit 42 mph yesterday while coasting down a...

I hit 42 mph yesterday while coasting down a hill. It was awesome! New personal record.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-06, 08:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,246
Posted By Saddleview

Very little information is available on this...

Very little information is available on this company, but here is what I’ve found so far. Apparently, Lotus is a Japanese Bicycle Company that made racing and road bikes back in the 80’s and 90’s....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-06, 08:32 PM
Replies: 2,546
Views: 457,903
Posted By Saddleview

1983 Lotus Classique. I REALLY love this bike....

1983 Lotus Classique. I REALLY love this bike. We're getting ready for two cross country tours together. :)

http://www.backpackearth.com/lotus.JPG
Forum: Touring
08-10-06, 08:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,524
Posted By Saddleview

You could try Craigslist.org and pick something...

You could try Craigslist.org and pick something cheap to to finish the trip with. No?
Forum: Touring
08-10-06, 08:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 784
Posted By Saddleview

Google is a GREAT alternative to buying expensive...

Google is a GREAT alternative to buying expensive maps. Especially when you already have a good idea of where the route is.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-10-06, 08:17 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,930
Posted By Saddleview

I agree 100%. As an ex-driver who went 10 years...

I agree 100%. As an ex-driver who went 10 years without riding a bike I have to admit that apart from making sure I gave the cyclist enough room I never even really noticed they were there. I...
Forum: Touring
08-10-06, 08:00 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,037
Posted By Saddleview

That's odd, I just bought a pair of gatorskins...

That's odd, I just bought a pair of gatorskins and have gone 600 miles so far without a problem. I know 600 miles isn't far, but it was far enough to know that the tire gave me a smooth ride and no...
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