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10-19-07, 10:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 20,008
Posted By workingbike

While there might be *some* minor differences...

While there might be *some* minor differences from 4 to 5. The only important one is that you should only use the outer cable where you can see lots of strands poking out of the casing ( i.e. NOT...
10-07-07, 08:58 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,129
Posted By workingbike

Sorry, should have figured that out. I am...

Sorry, should have figured that out.

I am finding the right gloves difficult to source, I may do what some others have suggested and make some handlebar covers and use a thinner glove. People call...
09-30-07, 11:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,090
Posted By workingbike

I used to ride sometimes with someone that had...

I used to ride sometimes with someone that had "solid" tires, they were some kind of foam plastic/rubber thing. They lasted just about forever. They had a very "square" profile and were noticeably...
09-30-07, 10:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 664
Posted By workingbike

Definitely free, it would make sense however, to...

Definitely free, it would make sense however, to have on hand examples of suitable products, gloves, masks, tires etc. for sale, ( maybe at special price? ) i think the goodwill would lead to...
09-23-07, 07:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,621
Posted By workingbike

Do you mean toe clips? I didn't ride those for...

Do you mean toe clips? I didn't ride those for long, couldn't get on with them.
I would imagine something stiff in the sole and smooth around the toe,
wouldn't want anything snagging on the straps...
09-23-07, 06:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,112
Posted By workingbike

You could try these guys. ...

You could try these guys.

http://www.bikeatac.com/

http://usasports.zaavy.com/productslist2.aspx?CategoryID=126

Just a couple of random picks from a google search "custom bicycle jerseys"
09-23-07, 06:18 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 21,599
Posted By workingbike

Geeze, what kind of cassette do you run? And what...

Geeze, what kind of cassette do you run? And what kind of RD?
Thats a big spread, I'm jealous! :)
09-23-07, 06:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,024
Posted By workingbike

I use Crank Bros Eggbeaters and love them. They...

I use Crank Bros Eggbeaters and love them. They are a little tricky to learn where to place you feet though when clipping in.
I have slipped off the pedals when rushing it or when particularly...
09-23-07, 06:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,621
Posted By workingbike

Congratulations on joining the gang! ...

Congratulations on joining the gang!

Questions.

1. Did you buy it at a bike store or department store?
2. Did the salesperson make any adjustments to the bike for you?
What were the...
09-18-07, 07:07 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 5,443
Posted By workingbike

A troll and a pratt, so he swtches sides? to the...

A troll and a pratt, so he swtches sides? to the side WITH THE TRAFFIC COMING FROM BEHIND HIM?



So have delusional pratts and trolls.

"Lets try this again"

Lets not. Plonk!
09-16-07, 07:28 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,129
Posted By workingbike

Sorry, Translation problem? Do not understand.

Sorry, Translation problem? Do not understand.
09-16-07, 07:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,129
Posted By workingbike

Oooh! good one ! Thanks!

Oooh! good one ! Thanks!
Forum: Commuting
09-16-07, 06:45 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,079
Posted By workingbike

Heh! I saw a bumper sticker driving thru there. ...

Heh! I saw a bumper sticker driving thru there.
"N. Michigan, the land of 2 seasons, Swatting and Shoveling!"

:D

I am ready pretty much for Winter, which is handy as we have had some early...
09-16-07, 11:29 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,350
Posted By workingbike

I carry both, I try to have 2-3 CO2 bottles in...

I carry both, I try to have 2-3 CO2 bottles in the bag. I will of course, use the CO2 for preference, but sometimes I forget to pack a fresh bottle or I want to puff up the tube for fitting or to get...
09-15-07, 07:05 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,719
Posted By workingbike

+1 That bit about the temperature swings is why I...

+1 That bit about the temperature swings is why I want to have 2 bikes this winter, first will have studded tires for snow and ice days, the second will have Continental Top Contact winter tires...
09-14-07, 11:11 PM
Replies: 281
Views: 23,101
Posted By workingbike

Ahh, Jeez. I got directed here by one of the...

Ahh, Jeez.

I got directed here by one of the mods after I replied to one of his earlier posts. Thanks ( I think ) Donna.

I didn't know him and had only noted in passing some of his comments....
09-14-07, 07:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,231
Posted By workingbike

Acording to their FAQ, it will work, but will...

Acording to their FAQ, it will work, but will wear the tread *real* fast!
(Front ski is optional)

Check this out.

http://youtube.com/watch?v=IvnU64S2Pho

If I get enough disposable funds...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-07, 07:25 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,831
Posted By workingbike

read your first post, thought , " thats an idea!"...

read your first post, thought , " thats an idea!" then saw this and thought "dammit!" Then thought " Hey! I'm going to disc!! Yahoo!"

I may try this at some point, what I'm aiming for this Winter...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-07, 10:56 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,197
Posted By workingbike

I had one mechanic tell me to spray the caliper...

I had one mechanic tell me to spray the caliper with Windex? I have my doubts about that. Maybe use Auto Brake Cleanser Spray? I intend to put a set of mechanical discs on this Winter, Hayes or...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-07, 10:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,226
Posted By workingbike

Legality, at least in Alberta, means you can't...

Legality, at least in Alberta, means you can't back out onto the lane opposite. That is, you can back out onto the neartest kerb lane in such a way as you end up facing the way you are supposed to...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-07, 09:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 588
Posted By workingbike

Which decision?

Which decision?
Forum: Commuting
09-11-07, 09:48 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,949
Posted By workingbike

Here is an example of a video shot by the earlier...

Here is an example of a video shot by the earlier model of the OS cam (ATC1?)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dj1Ifq9Tfas

This is the vid that made me want to get a camera
09-11-07, 09:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,089
Posted By workingbike

Lords of the Logistic, mostly small motorbikes,...

Lords of the Logistic, mostly small motorbikes, but a few bicycles as well.
http://aistigave.hit.bg/Logistics/
09-10-07, 09:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 884
Posted By workingbike

+100 I read this story and thought it...

+100

I read this story and thought it wonderful as well. V. Cool Lady!
09-10-07, 09:46 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,921
Posted By workingbike

For learning, books, and check local colleges and...

For learning, books, and check local colleges and universities etc, call them up and ask if they have courses. My local has them and I am about to sign up for a wheelbuilding course as that is the...
09-10-07, 06:16 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,443
Posted By workingbike

Don't feel too bad, I only found it last night....

Don't feel too bad, I only found it last night. New job thats very busy and has no net access is my excuse.

Thanks to Donna Brian and the rest of the crew!
09-09-07, 11:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,158
Posted By workingbike

I am going to try riding with 2 bikes this...

I am going to try riding with 2 bikes this winter, one will have studded for snow/ice days, and one with Continental Top Contact Winter tires for the more common "just crap" days.
Hopefully, they...
09-09-07, 10:21 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 26,647
Posted By workingbike

Heck with that, I'm gonna hunt him down and steal...

Heck with that, I'm gonna hunt him down and steal it!

Oh, hang on, I just read he has chainsaws, maybe not such a good idea.

Seriously, would love to see pics when you get it.
Forum: Commuting
09-01-07, 01:56 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,638
Posted By workingbike

I have mixed feelings, when Summer is at its...

I have mixed feelings, when Summer is at its worst I long for cooler days and in Winter if I haven't prepared well I wish it was warmer. When there is snow on the ground cold doesn't enter into the...
Forum: Commuting
08-29-07, 07:40 PM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,273,334
Posted By workingbike

Calgary? By the fort? Yes, it was a stiff. Murder...

Calgary? By the fort? Yes, it was a stiff. Murder victim I believe. :(
Forum: Commuting
08-28-07, 08:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,656
Posted By workingbike

I'd never heard of Genesis, but I like the look....

I'd never heard of Genesis, but I like the look. I note from their website that there is a chance this has a carbon fork? If so, I would get a sworn statement (joke?) from the LBS that the fork is...
Forum: Commuting
08-28-07, 07:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,656
Posted By workingbike

Minor(?) correction He thinks he owns it. :p

Minor(?) correction He thinks he owns it. :p
Forum: Commuting
08-28-07, 07:51 PM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,273,334
Posted By workingbike

Settling in to the new job, I think its gonna...

Settling in to the new job, I think its gonna work out well. The ride in is enough of a workout that its having an effect but not killing me.
The earlier time is noticeable, Plus, more bike...
Forum: Commuting
08-28-07, 06:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,626
Posted By workingbike

+! for Calgary too. I'll keep a set of...

+! for Calgary too.

I'll keep a set of wheels or another bike with studs. ( It does snow here ) but for those days that just qualify as....mucky? these look like a good deal.
Forum: Commuting
08-28-07, 05:46 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,656
Posted By workingbike

This sounds very like a motorcycle accident I...

This sounds very like a motorcycle accident I had, you probably impacted the part of the front fender(wing in the UK). between the front wheel and door, Yes? (its pretty soft in that area.)
When I...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-07, 09:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,585
Posted By workingbike

OK, looks like some people are starting to get...

OK, looks like some people are starting to get the idea. Unfortunately, the collar one is no longer available and the "backpack" one is $1000!
This technology can be built smaller and cheaper, it...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-07, 08:48 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,762
Posted By workingbike

Yes, if you check out the sixth pic in the second...

Yes, if you check out the sixth pic in the second batch (the other one with his wife in it) The banner says it. This looks like a great way to spend an evening, we have had similar events here. I'll...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-07, 08:44 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,762
Posted By workingbike

That wasn't what I meant, I have seen reports...

That wasn't what I meant, I have seen reports from other users of the low down glows that they generate an effect (probably due to the novelty) of making drivers aware of a "zone" around the...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-07, 04:33 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,829
Posted By workingbike

Yes, thats why I said I probably wouldn't use it...

Yes, thats why I said I probably wouldn't use it on the road, there are a few other places confrontations happen. :p
Forum: Commuting
08-26-07, 01:51 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,320
Posted By workingbike

These are way cheaper than the down low glow...

These are way cheaper than the down low glow sticks, how much do they weigh? how is the weatherproofing?

To the OP, you could tell them that the only sizeable assessment of the risks of bicycle...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-07, 01:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,450
Posted By workingbike

Ouch! glad it wasn't worse. That thing about...

Ouch! glad it wasn't worse. That thing about heading for something if you look at it is a pain. I had the same thing happen to me, pathway crossing a railway, was looking at the tracks to asses the...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-07, 01:20 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,829
Posted By workingbike

Oh Yes! I'm gonna remember that one! Don't think...

Oh Yes! I'm gonna remember that one! Don't think I'll use that in traffic though, potential for retaliation with the car is a bit high. But there are definitely times where it will come in handy!
Forum: Commuting
08-26-07, 01:05 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,762
Posted By workingbike

Nice! You are a lucky guy, (I'm talking about...

Nice! You are a lucky guy, (I'm talking about your wife here, I'm gonna get my own Xtracycle)

Question about the down lows. I have heard it said that in traffic at night it gives a "force field"...
Forum: Commuting
08-26-07, 12:57 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,667
Posted By workingbike

Pulling a trailer? Would it be possible that you...

Pulling a trailer? Would it be possible that you had a child on board or was it just a cargo trailer? If a child was a possibility then he deserved the finger and horn.
I have to wonder though,...
08-25-07, 08:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,373
Posted By workingbike

Sigh, If I dared to cross the border Portland...

Sigh, If I dared to cross the border Portland would probably be first on the list.

Now I think about it, I have been there! About 15 years ago I went down to spend a couple of days with a friend...
Forum: Commuting
08-25-07, 08:16 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 19,248
Posted By workingbike

I just came across the comment when I was...

I just came across the comment when I was researching the possibility of becoming a messenger. Your response provoked some more research though.
http://www.messmedia.org/messville/FOODTAX.HTM...
Forum: Commuting
08-25-07, 01:28 PM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,273,334
Posted By workingbike

Way cool indeed! GJ with the turtle, now don't...

Way cool indeed! GJ with the turtle, now don't forget to re-lube everything that got soaked. :)
08-24-07, 09:05 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,373
Posted By workingbike

+1000 I don't know if I'd rather have you as...

+1000

I don't know if I'd rather have you as a Sister or GF. :)

"You know I don't pay attention to stuff like that, Donna. It's black, I think."

Yeah, right, and he ends up with a Soma...
Forum: Commuting
08-24-07, 07:01 PM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,273,334
Posted By workingbike

Yay! have job again! First "commute" in almost 2...

Yay! have job again! First "commute" in almost 2 months. Have been riding, but you can't call it a commute if you're not going to work, right?

New commute is about 17.5 km, I have an earlier start...
Forum: Commuting
08-24-07, 06:52 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 19,248
Posted By workingbike

I read somewhere recently, that in Canada, if...

I read somewhere recently, that in Canada, if you are working as a bicycle courier you can claim $10/day for food (fuel)
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