I am looking for a cross-country bike for use in a mountain-y watershed area. I am not a skilled or graceful descender, and there is going to be a lot of descending. Bike shop guy, who I have known for a while and trust, says hydraulic discs are the way to go because of how they handle heat. Is this really a factor I should account for?
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posted by everichon
on Apr 21, 2011 -
13 answers
I'll be in Amsterdam for 7-10 days in early August, and am looking for some self guided bike rides out of the city and into the surrounding countryside.
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posted by steinwald
on Apr 21, 2011 -
7 answers
I was cycling in Central Park this morning and got a summons for running a red light with my bike. Now what?
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posted by falameufilho
on Apr 17, 2011 -
18 answers
What's a good bike?
While looking for a bike, I realized there are (maybe) six manufacturers of frames and ten manufacturers of everything else (excluding hand-made specialty parts).
Which ones are the best - 'best' meaning highest quality construction for the least added 'name-brand' expense?
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posted by From Bklyn
on Apr 15, 2011 -
27 answers
Trying to plan a June bicycling trip in Portugal that either ends or begins in Coimbra. Does anyone have any experience cycling in Portugal? What are the good books? Any tips? My google-fu has failed me, and I can only seem to find places which want to take me on guided bike tours.
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posted by pmb
on Apr 10, 2011 -
4 answers
I ride my bike about 50-70 miles a day, but now I'd like to be able to carry a minimal amount of overnight camping gear and hiking boots with me. How can I do this while keeping the weight balanced and without breaking my back?
posted by HotPatatta
on Apr 8, 2011 -
14 answers
What should I look for in a mid-range commuter bike? And where should I buy one in Oxford, UK?
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posted by penguinliz
on Apr 7, 2011 -
3 answers
What is the best / your favorite bicycle computer app for the iPhone? Also, what bike mount would you recommend for an iPhone?
posted by entropicamericana
on Apr 7, 2011 -
3 answers
I would like to build an electric bike pusher. Having never done this before, I'm seeking advice from those who build bikes, know motors, or maybe have built electric bike pushers before (best scenario. Link to my concept after the...
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posted by swimming naked when the tide goes out
on Mar 20, 2011 -
7 answers
I recently found myself in the midst of some bike politics in NYC, and one of the adjunct arguments of the anti-bike crew goes something like "people on bikes are assholes who never follow laws." What's the relationship between cyclists and road laws in countries that aren't the US (or bike-ly-unusual parts of the US)?
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posted by soma lkzx
on Mar 14, 2011 -
37 answers
What's the most polite and likely-to-be-successful way to ask my new neighbors if I can continue to store my bike on the landing outside their apartment?
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posted by mlle valentine
on Mar 1, 2011 -
19 answers
I'm starting a Twitter account to help promote Chicago/Midwest cycling events, mostly to messy bike kids who like to ride, drink, and have fun. Alleycats, bar nights, bar rides, cyclocross, fundraisers, Messenger Prom, Bicycle Film Festival, Cycle Messenger World Championship, trick jams, etc. Help me think of a @name!
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posted by Juliet Banana
on Mar 1, 2011 -
22 answers
BikingWithBaby: Seeking recommendations for baby bike seats and compatible bicycles.
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posted by gnutron
on Jan 26, 2011 -
18 answers
I'm changing my commute from a one mile drive/ride to an eight mile drive/ride. I'm in terrible shape (good cardio, really, but wwwwaaaaayyyyy too heavy), but want to be able to bike a few days a week to the new office. So please give me advice on the best cruiser or commuter bikes for 2011!
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posted by nathanrudy
on Jan 8, 2011 -
12 answers
BicycleFilter: I have a Cannondale ST600 with fenders and (currently) 700x28c tires. I want to put on 700x38c studded tires. Will they fit?
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posted by 47triple2
on Jan 7, 2011 -
12 answers
Which bicycle (for a novice) would you recommend? Comparison between four bicycles
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posted by mrme
on Nov 27, 2010 -
17 answers
I have 2 adult bikes I want to sell. And since it's that time of the year, I'm also looking for charities to donate to. So I'm thinking of combining the two things. Tell me if this is a good or a bad idea.
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posted by falameufilho
on Nov 13, 2010 -
11 answers
Before I go spending a lot of money on a pair of Ortilieb panniers are there any other panniers I should be thinking about?
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posted by bibliogrrl
on Nov 1, 2010 -
14 answers
First-time rider seeks bicycle advice. What should I get? From where? Rough cost?
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posted by mrme
on Oct 25, 2010 -
14 answers
I moved from WV to relatively flat Richmond, VA. What kind of bike should I get to take advantage of the newfound flatness? ~$200-300 budget.
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posted by shortyJBot
on Oct 20, 2010 -
9 answers
Please give me some advice on how to organize an Alleycat style bike event fundraiser for my nonprofit workplace, and how to make it AMAZINGLY FUN.
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posted by ialwayscryatendings
on Oct 20, 2010 -
7 answers
I want to put a light on my bike helmet. Do you have any specific products or strategies to recommend?
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posted by Mid
on Oct 12, 2010 -
33 answers
I want to solicit donations with a money raised bar and everything to buy a bike for a good friend who just had her bike stolen.
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posted by anonymous
on Sep 20, 2010 -
23 answers
I saw a poster that had this quote: "Nothing compares to the simple pleasure of a bike ride" and I made the mistake of not buying it at the time. Can anyone either point me to a place where I can buy that poster or a way to contact the designers? Thank you.
posted by thenuts
on Sep 14, 2010 -
9 answers
We try to use our bikes as our main mode of transportation. We just adopted a wonderful (small) dog, and we'd like to see if there's a solution for putting a dog safely on a bike without the use of an expensive doggie trailer.
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posted by two lights above the sea
on Sep 7, 2010 -
16 answers
Bicycle-filter: Should I shout myself a new bike, or is my old one just fine? Have bought a bike you didn't
need? Do you love it? Or do you kind of regret it?
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posted by puffmoike
on Sep 3, 2010 -
21 answers