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Since my brother went and took my old beat up bike a good while ago I thought I'd buy a new one and get back into commuting with one. Clearly I'm not the only one thinking along these lines because apparently all non-electric bikes are sold out everywhere. edit: I found a place online that has one Cube Travel Pro in Large (58'). It's not quite the bike I want, and possibly not the right size (I'm 190+ cm), but it might be the closest I can get this season... :\ thotsky fucked around with this message at 23:23 on May 9, 2021 |
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The ever given is still sat in Egypt with all the bike parts on it. 
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May 9, 2021 23:21
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I would loving buy that for $80, no goddamn question
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May 10, 2021 01:30
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Eejit posted:I would loving buy that for $80, no goddamn question The person who owns that bike spends exactly 0% of their time worrying that someone is sawing through their bike lock or stealing components off their bike while they're in the store. That sort of peace of mind is priceless. Or $80, depending on how you look at it.
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May 10, 2021 02:43
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Weembles posted:The person who owns that bike spends exactly 0% of their time worrying that someone is sawing through their bike lock or stealing components off their bike while they're in the store. lol
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May 10, 2021 03:05
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That seatback means it's like perfect for wheelies too. Just like those old banana bike seats. I figure I'll fill you all in on my unicycling adventure since I asked about that somewhere in this thread. I ended up buying a used unicycle from a friend who has about five of them and was looking to downsize the collection. I've progressed to the point of being able to let go of the fence and sometimes get a full pedal rotation before either falling off or clutching the fence again. My legs are sore in parts that apparently don't get much use in conventional cycling, I'm guessing it's either from rear end-clutching the seat or constantly jumping off the unicycle as I crash. I vacillate between the mindsets of "this is an enormous waste of time and there is no reasonable purpose for this skill" and "think of all the new neuron connections you're making doing something that you struggle with and how much it will help your balance while riding".
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May 10, 2021 03:39
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i remember being in college becoming friends with dan heaton who was on the bleeding edge of extreme unicycling (in like 2000?) and very cool he's made an entire career out of it
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May 10, 2021 03:56
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BraveUlysses posted:i remember being in college becoming friends with dan heaton who was on the bleeding edge of extreme unicycling (in like 2000?) and very cool he's made an entire career out of it You should have kissed him if you liked him so much
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May 10, 2021 05:30
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pfc is drunk and very upset his grandpa won't kiss him on the mouth like Joe Biden would with his grand daughter
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May 10, 2021 07:30
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PuErhTeabag posted:I've progressed to the point of being able to let go of the fence and sometimes get a full pedal rotation before either falling off or clutching the fence again. Wait until you hit the galaxy brain of three rotations.
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May 10, 2021 12:09
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I once saw a dude coming down a steep hill on a unicycle and it looked like the most dangerous thing ever.
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May 10, 2021 15:02
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Loving Africa Chaps posted:Forgive me Ernesto for I have sinned the hole is bigger than i would have thought
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May 10, 2021 15:38
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Measure 3 times, drill once. EPS connector isn't super small, so this'll make it that much easier to thread. And there'll be a grommet once it's pulled through.
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May 10, 2021 15:46
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Parrotine posted:Good Idea: Invisible bike helmet! I look forward to riding up the 12% grade... 3/4 mile climb to where I live with a heavy scarf around my neck.
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May 10, 2021 16:44
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VideoGameVet posted:I look forward to riding up the 12% grade... 3/4 mile climb to where I live with a heavy scarf around my neck. Yes, but your long flowing locks can blow in the wind like god intended
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May 10, 2021 17:27
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Dren posted:the hole is bigger than i would have thought EPS connector is 7mm in diameter so has to be a little larger then that. The OEM grommet fits 
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May 10, 2021 17:35
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I'm getting a new crank, and I'm too impatient to wait two weeks for the 172.5mm to get back in stock. Crank length seems to be a contentious topic, so
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May 10, 2021 17:53
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FogHelmut posted:I'm getting a new crank, and I'm too impatient to wait two weeks for the 172.5mm to get back in stock. Crank length seems to be a contentious topic, so Everybody different. You'd likely not even notice the difference between 170/175 unless you're a professional timetrialing pedalperson with a precisely dialed fit.
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May 10, 2021 18:04
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I got the same inseam and if I know one thing it’s that It will be thigh weepingly noticeable if the seat is even a fraction too low with the 170s.
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May 10, 2021 19:04
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Loving Africa Chaps posted:EPS connector is 7mm in diameter so has to be a little larger then that. The OEM grommet fits I am both very happy and also very sad that this went as well as it did.
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May 10, 2021 19:33
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FogHelmut posted:I'm getting a new crank, and I'm too impatient to wait two weeks for the 172.5mm to get back in stock. Crank length seems to be a contentious topic, so Shorter is better if you care about going fast.
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May 10, 2021 19:41
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I put 165 cranks on a bike and now I won’t go back.
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May 10, 2021 19:46
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My winter mountain bike has 165 and I absolutely got to change the stock flat pedals ASAP because it feels like they are going to sheer off at any moment.
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May 10, 2021 20:25
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On 165 and would try 160 if they had it commonly available.
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May 10, 2021 20:32
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I spent 3 years with 172.5 on the left and 175 on the right because I didn't check the non-power crank I swapped out when I got a new bike and didn't notice until I went to put the old arm back on and saw "175" staring back at me.
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May 10, 2021 20:41
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IMO the only thing that short cranks do for you is: Improve fit by changing the hip angle at the top of the pedal stroke Improve pedal clearance when pedalling through corners Maybe there are things with pure maximum sprint power where crank length effects torque effectiveness can make a difference for some athletes but cycling quickly becomes an issue of aerobic fitness. Plenty of studies have been done both on cadence and also on crank length and don't see any real difference in oxygen uptake. Honestly height isn't even the only factor to determining if your fit would be improved by going to shorter cranks. Your upper to lower leg ratio, flexibility at the ankle and hip, pedalling style, foot length, etc all play roles.
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May 10, 2021 23:34
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Good Dog posted:Improve fit by changing the hip angle at the top of the pedal stroke This is a big one, especially if you're wearing normal pants.
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May 10, 2021 23:50
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Good Dog posted:IMO the only thing that short cranks do for you is: Yeah there's no impact to either maximal or sustained power. It's all about making it more comfortable to get aero by improving hip angle. Also avoiding pedalstrike, but that's less of a big deal than folks make it out to be imo.
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May 10, 2021 23:56
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https://i.imgur.com/ZHLlsvh.mp4
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SO7ZIOVfkHA
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May 11, 2021 08:26
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Question: other than cube does anyone know of anyone making decent flat bar bikes with hub gears?
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learnincurve posted:Question: other than cube does anyone know of anyone making decent flat bar bikes with hub gears? I don't know if it's within the price you're looking for or exactly how decent it is (reviews seem good), but I've been lusting after the Marin Presidio 3. Flat bar, Gates carbon belt and Nexus 8D. https://www.marinbikes.com/bikes/2021-presidio-3
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learnincurve posted:Question: other than cube does anyone know of anyone making decent flat bar bikes with hub gears? Canyon has a few under their commuter lines, at least in the states.
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I'm also on the waitlist for the Presidio 3, you bastard. I think the Cube Hyde Race and the Cube Editor look better, but the Editor is almost twice the price, and the Hyde Race is unavailable thus far. If you're in the UK the Boardman URB 8.8 and 8.9 look like good value. The Canyon Commuter series look good on paper if you can avoid duty tax and import fees, but I don't know anything about the quality.
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May 11, 2021 11:13
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Nice Ola! That’s gone on the list - I’m looking at spending £750 — £1000 Currently have a 3 speed nexus on a Dutch bike and I’ve had it long enough now to be a convert, once again Sheldon Brown was right.
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Ola posted:I don't know if it's within the price you're looking for or exactly how decent it is (reviews seem good), but I've been lusting after the Marin Presidio 3. Flat bar, Gates carbon belt and Nexus 8D. learnincurve posted:Nice Ola! That’s gone on the list Maybe they fixed their QC issues for their 2021 run but if they didn't you'll probably end up needing the rear wheel rebuilt, either preemptively on your own dime or eventually as a warranty claim. The rear wheel build quality was really lacking in their 2020 run at least. Rest of the bike is really good though and the 2021 looks classy af in person.
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May 11, 2021 12:48
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Lmao loving hell
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May 11, 2021 12:49
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The Grizl (smh) is out. https://www.canyon.com/en-us/gravel-bikes/adventure/grizl/#sections-products
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Good Dog posted:IMO the only thing that short cranks do for you is: Literally Lewis Hamilton posted:The Grizl (smh) is out. "grizzle" is the noise babies do when they're tired. gorgeous colourway in the berry version. meltie fucked around with this message at 13:25 on May 11, 2021 |
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