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Forum: Tips & Advice 10-19-2008, 02:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,128
Posted By blackpeugot
If you already have wheels (the metal bits) you...

If you already have wheels (the metal bits) you can just buy new tires a smooth version of an off road mountain bike tire. Tires will run you $18-$25 each and there are many brands. Any of the bike...
Forum: General Discussion 10-18-2008, 02:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,223
Posted By blackpeugot
Loose shorts on the outside - friction will occur...

Loose shorts on the outside - friction will occur between the two layers. causing wearing on the inner layers, there is a *slight* possiblity that this friction could iritate the skin under both...
Forum: Report your Close Calls 10-18-2008, 02:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,551
Posted By blackpeugot
Yep I reported it, when it happened. I did not...

Yep I reported it, when it happened. I did not hear anything back.

The thing is, I was ok, but I feel sorry that he is still out there and going to pick on another cyclist .
Forum: General Discussion 10-17-2008, 06:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,229
Posted By blackpeugot
Group Buy ? Binky flashers

I'm thinking about starting a group buy for bike lights - flashers.
I'm thinking Planet Bike products - maybe the Superflash Rear or the Superflash set.

Any interest? I can prolly get a good deal...
Forum: General Discussion 10-17-2008, 06:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,223
Posted By blackpeugot
I like spandex, you should get over it, since...

I like spandex, you should get over it, since there's a tone of people who ride with it. And it's really not about loosing seconds it's about chaffing on long rides.
Forum: Report your Close Calls 10-17-2008, 06:14 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,551
Posted By blackpeugot
hum, actually I think it was a Washington plate...

hum, actually I think it was a Washington plate now that I think about it.

SE 13th and Main.
So i'm up on the sidewalk, stopped, the guy in the van is stopped, he says " you white trash...
Forum: Report your Close Calls 10-13-2008, 06:46 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 172,987
Posted By blackpeugot
Exclamation Grey Van RJX271 - extreme caution

Portland RJX 271
Primer Grey 80's American Van
CB Radio in cab
Male 55-65, grey beard
SE13th and Main.

death threats
This guy will try and kill you just because you are on two wheels.
Stay...
Forum: Report your Close Calls 09-20-2006, 10:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,888
Posted By blackpeugot
always keep a handful of 5mm nuts in your jersey...

always keep a handful of 5mm nuts in your jersey pockets, works better than spit. :)
Forum: General Discussion 09-20-2006, 09:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,078
Posted By blackpeugot
umm,, air horn... yum... that would wake up the...

umm,, air horn... yum... that would wake up the dizzy blonde , rollin the cell phone in the suevee.

lemmie know what you fix up
Forum: Tips & Advice 09-20-2006, 09:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,541
Posted By blackpeugot
if your technically / mechanically minded you can...

if your technically / mechanically minded you can attach fenders pretty easy, sure it takes time and tweaking and maybe a bit of modifying, but it's not rocket science. Best advice is to use a little...
Forum: Tips & Advice 09-18-2006, 10:20 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 991
Posted By blackpeugot
What's the difference? Mine have both mesh and...

What's the difference? Mine have both mesh and Lorica on mine... mesh on the top left and right near the toes. Do they make one that's all Lorica ? if so then I say go mesh.
Forum: Tips & Advice 09-18-2006, 03:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,768
Posted By blackpeugot
I just bought some Burley rain pants. These are...

I just bought some Burley rain pants. These are commute pants.
Now I have to say i'm an odd shape coz i'm tall with long legs and super skinny waist, so the pants are baggy on me , but... these...
Forum: General Discussion 09-17-2006, 12:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,812
Posted By blackpeugot
Sorry to hear about your wifes bike, maybe it was...

Sorry to hear about your wifes bike, maybe it was assembled outta the box by the shop's intern.
I think bike shops should tell everyone as a standard rule to check the tightness of critical bolts...
Forum: Tips & Advice 09-17-2006, 12:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,455
Posted By blackpeugot
I'm 6'3, inseam of about 35" and I ride a 60cm...

I'm 6'3, inseam of about 35" and I ride a 60cm road bike, which is a fairly standard size.
I'd say, go hop on a few and see. If it's a mountain bike your after - fitting may be easier since it's...
Forum: Tips & Advice 09-15-2006, 09:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,541
Posted By blackpeugot
i'm not sure what bike or type of sks fenders you...

i'm not sure what bike or type of sks fenders you have, but it sounds like you have the wrong fenders for your bike.
if you have a mountain bike SKS make a rear fender which attaches to the vertical...
Forum: Tips & Advice 09-06-2006, 02:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,479
Posted By blackpeugot
if you are commuting 30 miles 1 way I would...

if you are commuting 30 miles 1 way I would highly recommend eating before riding, not a massive meal or anything, but you need something to break the fast and kick start your metabolism. ...
Forum: Tips & Advice 09-05-2006, 05:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,479
Posted By blackpeugot
1) good nights sleep before the ride 2)...

1) good nights sleep before the ride
2) breakfast -eat eggs before you ride, scrambled with toast, they keep stay in your system a long time and stop you from feeling hungry and have some good...
Forum: General Discussion 09-05-2006, 08:22 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,370
Posted By blackpeugot
Easton Circuit

what is it you like about them? have you looked at the Easton Circuit ($450), they are pretty nice wheels.
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