heathenist
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Post by heathenist on Oct 4, 2018 19:11:31 GMT -5
Looking for cheaper front bike racks(or basket) online and Im really not trying to spend hella money on it. anyone have any ideas? Been commuting lately and thought itd be nice to throw on something to carry stuff other than my backpack... Commuting about 15-18miles a day for work and Im loving it... the weather is getting a little sketchy tho so Im thinking about getting a car soon What kinda bike do you have? If you have brake bosses on your fork I'd recommend the combo I have which is a cheap sunlite front rack with a wald 137 ziptied to it. I think in total it costs around $30-35. But you could also just run a rear rack with panniers. It might be a more expensive option, but would probably work better for commuting. Plus you can probably find some good deals on fb marketplace or craigslist if you keep your eyes peeled.
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Post by heathenist on Oct 4, 2018 19:14:44 GMT -5
That's a good looking bike OP. Thanks. I really love it. Having a basket and not having to carry around a bag has been a game changer. Plus the drivetrain has been really solid. I haven't had to adjust any of the derailleurs a single time since installing them, where as on my last geared bike I'd have to readjust every few weeks.
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Post by killthekool on Oct 4, 2018 19:16:31 GMT -5
Ive got a trek aluminum... Dont have brake bosses... That combo was what i was gonna go for actually.. I was also looking into the front rack and finding a cheap wine box and mounting that to the front rack but it might look hokey... I like your idea... I'll post my bike later on when I can snap a pic.
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Post by heathenist on Oct 4, 2018 20:12:59 GMT -5
Ive got a trek aluminum... Dont have brake bosses... That combo was what i was gonna go for actually.. I was also looking into the front rack and finding a cheap wine box and mounting that to the front rack but it might look hokey... I like your idea... I'll post my bike later on when I can snap a pic. Are there any eyelets on the fork near the dropouts? If so there are lots of front racks that compatible, and probably some pretty cheap ones. I’ve also seen some people use hose clamps to connect the sunlight style rack to forks without brake bosses.
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Post by gold soundz on Oct 5, 2018 11:45:14 GMT -5
I've been riding a Surley Pacer as my commuter for years, love it. The only changes I've made are cross tires and I switched to Velo Orange Porteur handlebars. It allows me to ride more upright and I feel like they make the bike easier to maneuver when I have it loaded down. I'm using a folding grocery pannier to haul stuff and it sucks. I've been looking at this Timbuk2 backpack pannier which would be perfect but it's expensive as hell.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 5, 2018 12:06:40 GMT -5
So I got really into cycling at the gym this past winter and have been cycling pretty much everyday for 30 - 60 minutes. I would really like to get an actual bike. I know there's so many different recommendations out there but could y'all recommend a bike to me? Would be strictly street riding. I think the maximum I'd like to spend is $500-600.
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Post by gold soundz on Oct 5, 2018 13:22:16 GMT -5
So I got really into cycling at the gym this past winter and have been cycling pretty much everyday for 30 - 60 minutes. I would really like to get an actual bike. I know there's so many different recommendations out there but could y'all recommend a bike to me? Would be strictly street riding. I think the maximum I'd like to spend is $500-600. Honestly your best bet is to visit some bike shops and take some out for a spin. There should be lots of available options for a nice bike in that price range, it just depends on your preferences. It seems like most people just starting out go with a hybrid because they're pretty versatile and the geometry is easy on beginners so maybe look into those.
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Post by heathenist on Oct 5, 2018 14:20:57 GMT -5
So I got really into cycling at the gym this past winter and have been cycling pretty much everyday for 30 - 60 minutes. I would really like to get an actual bike. I know there's so many different recommendations out there but could y'all recommend a bike to me? Would be strictly street riding. I think the maximum I'd like to spend is $500-600. Honestly your best bet is to visit some bike shops and take some out for a spin. There should be lots of available options for a nice bike in that price range, it just depends on your preferences. It seems like most people just starting out go with a hybrid because they're pretty versatile and the geometry is easy on beginners so maybe look into those. Yeah there are too many variables for anyone to really give you recommendations. Are you just cycling for exercise or will you also be commuting? What are your streets like? How hilly is it? Do you care about setting speed goals/pushing yourself to break personal records? How important is comfort? What about weight? Even then, you probably would still want to test ride some things because we don’t know what you’re going to find comfortable.
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Post by face of a pervert on Oct 5, 2018 16:58:16 GMT -5
Honestly your best bet is to visit some bike shops and take some out for a spin. There should be lots of available options for a nice bike in that price range, it just depends on your preferences. It seems like most people just starting out go with a hybrid because they're pretty versatile and the geometry is easy on beginners so maybe look into those. Yeah there are too many variables for anyone to really give you recommendations. Are you just cycling for exercise or will you also be commuting? What are your streets like? How hilly is it? Do you care about setting speed goals/pushing yourself to break personal records? How important is comfort? What about weight? Even then, you probably would still want to test ride some things because we don’t know what you’re going to find comfortable. After you figure out what kind of bike you want, hit up craigslist or facebook and see what's available. I bought my last four bikes on craigslist, they were all high end road bikes I got for less than $500. People get into cycling all the time and then get out of it just as fast, and usually dump them at a low price just to get rid of it
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Post by Deleted on Oct 10, 2018 1:23:37 GMT -5
Bought this from a guy on craigslist the other day. He listed it for $400 but he agreed to sell it for $300. Lightly used and I feel I got a pretty good deal. It's my first road bike. I plan to bring it into the local bike shop probably tomorrow and have them maybe adjust the seat/stem for me for optimal fit and then see if they have any advice on any maintenance or upgrades. I'm just getting into biking and don't know shit.
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Post by heathenist on Oct 10, 2018 2:08:17 GMT -5
Bought this from a guy on craigslist the other day. He listed it for $400 but he agreed to sell it for $300. Lightly used and I feel I got a pretty good deal. It's my first road bike. I plan to bring it into the local bike shop probably tomorrow and have them maybe adjust the seat/stem for me for optimal fit and then see if they have any advice on any maintenance or upgrades. I'm just getting into biking and don't know shit. Nice. What are you mostly using it for? Looks like a decent entry level road bike, probably meant for casual riders (which is a good thing in my apinion because that means it’ll be a more comfortable ride). I think those are tiagra shifters, which are not bad from what I’ve heard, and certainly a step up for sora shifters, but they might require a little more effort to keep in tune than some of the higher end shifters. Oh, and I’d look into getting some nicer pedals. You might also find that you need a different saddle, but give it some time and see how it feels first.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 10, 2018 9:52:30 GMT -5
Bought this from a guy on craigslist the other day. He listed it for $400 but he agreed to sell it for $300. Lightly used and I feel I got a pretty good deal. It's my first road bike. I plan to bring it into the local bike shop probably tomorrow and have them maybe adjust the seat/stem for me for optimal fit and then see if they have any advice on any maintenance or upgrades. I'm just getting into biking and don't know shit. Nice. What are you mostly using it for? Looks like a decent entry level road bike, probably meant for casual riders (which is a good thing in my apinion because that means it’ll be a more comfortable ride). I think those are tiagra shifters, which are not bad from what I’ve heard, and certainly a step up for sora shifters, but they might require a little more effort to keep in tune than some of the higher end shifters. Oh, and I’d look into getting some nicer pedals. You might also find that you need a different saddle, but give it some time and see how it feels first. I got the bike for casual riding. Mostly as a means to get some cardio in and not have to run. I don’t see myself doing any super long or vigorous rides, at least not for a while. Probably use it around my neighborhood and maybe some greenways. I did read reviews on the bike that people suggested changing out the saddle because it isn’t too comfortable. I haven’t ridden it enough yet to really say. What kind of pedals do you suggest?
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Post by heathenist on Oct 10, 2018 10:02:11 GMT -5
Nice. What are you mostly using it for? Looks like a decent entry level road bike, probably meant for casual riders (which is a good thing in my apinion because that means it’ll be a more comfortable ride). I think those are tiagra shifters, which are not bad from what I’ve heard, and certainly a step up for sora shifters, but they might require a little more effort to keep in tune than some of the higher end shifters. Oh, and I’d look into getting some nicer pedals. You might also find that you need a different saddle, but give it some time and see how it feels first. I got the bike for casual riding. Mostly as a means to get some cardio in and not have to run. I don’t see myself doing any super long or vigorous rides, at least not for a while. Probably use it around my neighborhood and maybe some greenways. I did read reviews on the bike that people suggested changing out the saddle because it isn’t too comfortable. I haven’t ridden it enough yet to really say. What kind of pedals do you suggest? I guess it depends on your preferences, but if you won’t really be using it to commute or for transportation, and will mostly be using for casual riding and exercise, I’d suggesting trying out a clipless system. I really like the shimano spd mtb style pedals, they are cheap, easy to find used, easy to use, and you can use recessed cleat in the shoes so it’s easy to walk around when you are off the bike. That said, there are lots of different types, and I’ve only tried the spds and spd sl, so I can’t comment on other types (eggbeater, speedplay, look, etc). Other wise any pedal that isn’t cheapo plastic will be better than what you have. If you can find some with sealed bearings that would be good, just so you won’t have to really maintain them.
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Post by Deleted on Oct 10, 2018 15:02:15 GMT -5
I got the bike for casual riding. Mostly as a means to get some cardio in and not have to run. I don’t see myself doing any super long or vigorous rides, at least not for a while. Probably use it around my neighborhood and maybe some greenways. I did read reviews on the bike that people suggested changing out the saddle because it isn’t too comfortable. I haven’t ridden it enough yet to really say. What kind of pedals do you suggest? I guess it depends on your preferences, but if you won’t really be using it to commute or for transportation, and will mostly be using for casual riding and exercise, I’d suggesting trying out a clipless system. I really like the shimano spd mtb style pedals, they are cheap, easy to find used, easy to use, and you can use recessed cleat in the shoes so it’s easy to walk around when you are off the bike. That said, there are lots of different types, and I’ve only tried the spds and spd sl, so I can’t comment on other types (eggbeater, speedplay, look, etc). Other wise any pedal that isn’t cheapo plastic will be better than what you have. If you can find some with sealed bearings that would be good, just so you won’t have to really maintain them. Thanks man.
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Post by outforblood on Feb 7, 2019 16:50:05 GMT -5
Posting for warmer weather, but here's the whip. Crushed 95.5 miles in two days this week. Can't wait to get back to the regularly scheduled commute. Attachments:
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Post by dork336 on Mar 5, 2019 19:01:24 GMT -5
Weather has finally gotten decent enough for me to want to ride. I'm lucky enough to have a bike closet and gym/drippinis at my work so I get to keep a bike here at all times for lunch/after work rides. Got this thing about a year ago in amazing shape. Had the original tires/tubes/saddle/bar tape. Just gave it a mild tune up and it rides great.
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Post by outforblood on Apr 5, 2019 19:28:30 GMT -5
Finally quit the bullshit barista life and through some good friends landed a great gig as a wrench at the local bike shop seeing bikes worth more than cars on the daily. If anyone has any questions on their bikes or needs, feel free to get in touch.
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Post by Koopsta Fella on Apr 6, 2019 19:12:17 GMT -5
Sick $20 goodwill score! It’s a 1979 Schwinn continental II I think, the stickers are gone but it’s in amazing shape.
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Post by cthc89 on Apr 7, 2019 11:00:33 GMT -5
Its sunny out and I'm going for a ride right now 2010 SE bmx w/24" Tuff Wheels
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Post by novogue on Jan 23, 2020 2:55:37 GMT -5
Reviving this thing, who's still out riding? Currently in the process of rebuilding my '82 Peugeot PH12 so I'm doing my kilometers on the cyclocrossbike.
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Post by Koopsta Fella on Jan 23, 2020 5:10:25 GMT -5
Been on the bike trainer since it’s been raining/ super cold recently.
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Post by face of a pervert on Jan 23, 2020 8:28:07 GMT -5
Not been riding, but I’m building up a 1x6 city bike from an old bianchi touring frame. Hoping to get my cyclocross bike up and running this weekend but I’m hella broke
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Post by 123456789 on Jan 23, 2020 16:09:21 GMT -5
Looking for cheaper front bike racks(or basket) online and Im really not trying to spend hella money on it. anyone have any ideas? Been commuting lately and thought itd be nice to throw on something to carry stuff other than my backpack... Commuting about 15-18miles a day for work and Im loving it... the weather is getting a little sketchy tho so Im thinking about getting a car soon As someone who has had their front rack collapse on them while riding and broke 2 ribs from crashing, spend the money on a good quality front rack (and then put a basket on it). If the front rack fails you are for sure going to go over the bars.
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Post by novogue on Jan 24, 2020 2:36:36 GMT -5
Front racks have always seemed stupid/awkward to me, especially if you're not loading up the rear. Am I missing some obvious advantages?
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Post by outforblood on Jan 29, 2020 15:23:03 GMT -5
Had Florida weather all through fall and most of January w/ easy 65 nights and 80 degree days and nothing but flats for miles, but moved back to the NH area and can't say I'm all that excited to layer up again, but there's actual HILLS here.
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Post by modernlifeisthor on Jan 29, 2020 15:42:43 GMT -5
Front racks have always seemed stupid/awkward to me, especially if you're not loading up the rear. Am I missing some obvious advantages? Depends on the load for me. Groceries or anything heavy I prefer the back. For commuting and daily riding I like have a small basket bag with a change of clothes, a book, and a place to put my phone/wallet. Seems silly to load up a single pannier and feel lopsided if I don't have to.
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Post by heathenist on Jan 30, 2020 11:01:32 GMT -5
Reviving this thing, who's still out riding? Currently in the process of rebuilding my '82 Peugeot PH12 so I'm doing my kilometers on the cyclocrossbike. Still riding the Crosscheck from the OP on the reg. Not much has changed except the pedals, got a surly rear rack and a new front rack. http://instagram.com/p/B37zqawhjql
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Post by heathenist on Jan 30, 2020 11:07:03 GMT -5
Front racks have always seemed stupid/awkward to me, especially if you're not loading up the rear. Am I missing some obvious advantages? When I first starting using a front rack it was so I could throw a gym bag or my briefcase in it. But what was when I still had a basket. That rack eventually fell apart and I bought a really beefy front rack from a local frame builder. Now I mostly use it for hauling packages to the post office. It’s much easier to stack 4-5 boxes on it and strap them down with bungees than it would be to some howbtrg to get them on the back rack.
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Post by pmagic on Feb 4, 2020 17:16:27 GMT -5
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