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Forum: Commuting
10-14-08, 07:51 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,505
Posted By bike_ema

I like the idea of Goretex boots. At REI last...

I like the idea of Goretex boots. At REI last night I was told that not all Goretex is created equally and the only kind worth getting is Goretex XCR for the breathability. Now I'm mainly looking for...
Forum: Commuting
10-07-08, 07:57 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,505
Posted By bike_ema

what about shoe choice and gloves in wet weather...

what about shoe choice and gloves in wet weather (below 60 degrees)? That's when it can be just damp enough that the chill saturates. I've got winter stuff, but my regular summer riding gear just...
Forum: Commuting
10-06-08, 12:10 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 4,505
Posted By bike_ema

wet weather commuting shoes and gloves?

Sorry if it's come up already.... but I live in Chicago and it's the time of year when I wonder about being ready for some of the damp, cold commutes to come this fall/winter.

My commute varies...
Forum: Commuting
01-11-08, 04:59 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 11,677
Posted By bike_ema

I'm still trying to minimize the weight of this...

I'm still trying to minimize the weight of this bike. Whatever I get may remain a single speed...
Forum: Commuting
01-11-08, 03:29 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 11,677
Posted By bike_ema

aw... nice... I wonder which LBS sells the...

aw... nice... I wonder which LBS sells the Raleigh by me... hm...It's worth a test ride.
Forum: Commuting
01-11-08, 03:13 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 11,677
Posted By bike_ema

That was my initial intention. But once I priced...

That was my initial intention. But once I priced it out, it seemed easier to just go with one of the options I listed, since my LBS has them available at reasonable prices (about the same price I was...
Forum: Commuting
01-11-08, 02:49 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 11,677
Posted By bike_ema

Thanks for info. Yes, I enjoy my drop bars. But I...

Thanks for info. Yes, I enjoy my drop bars. But I have very little experience riding any other type of handlebars, except for the flat bar on a mountain bike. The new Redline...
Forum: Commuting
01-11-08, 01:53 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 11,677
Posted By bike_ema

thanks for the recommendation -- what about the...

thanks for the recommendation -- what about the San Jose beats the 925?
Forum: Commuting
01-11-08, 12:51 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 11,677
Posted By bike_ema

So - the '08 Redline 925 over the '06 Bianchi San...

So - the '08 Redline 925 over the '06 Bianchi San Jose for the installation of an internal hub? I may not do the internal hub immediately. My other considerations are that I live in an urban area and...
Forum: Commuting
01-10-08, 04:52 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 11,677
Posted By bike_ema

Bianchi or Redline?

So... I'm actually thinking I want either a 3- or an 8-speed internal hub in my next bike purchase for my Chicago commutes. However, I'm still agonizing over which single speed bike to purchase as a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-07, 05:18 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 15,404
Posted By bike_ema

I'd love to see the bike with bullhorn bars and...

I'd love to see the bike with bullhorn bars and cantilever brakes. My LBS sold out of my size in this year's model... and I'm really bummed.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-04-07, 05:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,139
Posted By bike_ema

Does the Performance in Chicago also sell the...

Does the Performance in Chicago also sell the Redline 925????
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-07, 05:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,937
Posted By bike_ema

I'm 5'4" and found that a 52cm Specialized...

I'm 5'4" and found that a 52cm Specialized Langster fits me well. The LBS only has a 54cm Redline and I really like the price point and that it's already set to go as a commuter (with fenders). Would...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-07, 11:38 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,804
Posted By bike_ema

Does anyone know if wool gloves (comparable to...

Does anyone know if wool gloves (comparable to REI's mid-weight wool hiking socks) are available? My fingertips are always cold and silk/wool blend glove liners simply aren't cutting it. Perhaps a...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-06, 01:11 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,804
Posted By bike_ema

I recently bought a pair of the PI Lobster gloves...

I recently bought a pair of the PI Lobster gloves (the tag says they're the model from fall 2005) and my poor finger tips and thumb got cold to the point of hurting this morning. And I only have a...
Forum: Winter Cycling
10-19-06, 01:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,005
Posted By bike_ema

I actually picked up the Gridlock and wore it...

I actually picked up the Gridlock and wore it today in the chill. When I got to work, you're right --- the zipper stuck. It also doesn't have good zip pulls for gloved fingers. But I do like the...
Forum: Commuting
10-18-06, 05:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 354
Posted By bike_ema

Endura Gridlock Jacket any good?

Is anyone familiar with the Endura Gridlock jacket and most importantly how it stacks up to the Showerspass Elite (or Century) and the J&G waterproof? I saw the Gridlock at my LBS yesterday in hi-vis...
Forum: Winter Cycling
10-18-06, 05:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,005
Posted By bike_ema

Endura Gridlock Jacket

Is anyone familiar with the Endura Gridlock jacket and most importantly how it stacks up to the Showerspass Elite (or Century) and the J&G waterproof? I saw the Gridlock at my LBS yesterday in hi-vis...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-06, 11:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,568
Posted By bike_ema

I went to the Icebike.com sit eand found a great...

I went to the Icebike.com sit eand found a great link to jackets comparable to NorthFace at a site called www.foxwear.net. Check it out. Affordable, windproof and customizable to suit your needs! ...
Forum: Introductions
10-18-06, 11:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 320
Posted By bike_ema

not quite looking to convert "my" schwinn.... too...

not quite looking to convert "my" schwinn.... too attached to how it is now I guess. But, I wouldn't mind converting another or fixing up a used SS.
Forum: Introductions
10-18-06, 10:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 320
Posted By bike_ema

Chicago girl

Hi, I picked up biking a few years ago and every year it seems I get more hooked. :)
I've loved participating in invitational rides on Sunday mornings and have tried to get out to more of them now...
Forum: Winter Cycling
10-18-06, 09:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,383
Posted By bike_ema

I was looking at the breathable J&G jacket and...

I was looking at the breathable J&G jacket and the Showerspass for my commute in Chicago. I notice the J&G is seamless, but Showerspass uses eVent (which is reviewed to be better than GoreTex at...
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