Dream bike: I know what I want but how can I get it? Am I going to have to go to a custom shop and it is going to cost tons? Is there an easier way? What are the right terms to use when explaining it to a bike dude?
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posted by dame
on Aug 11, 2010 -
39 answers
Does this bike seem like a good choice for me? I need to buy a new bike and want to be sure it's a match.
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posted by circular
on Aug 3, 2010 -
19 answers
I'm newly car-free, and using my bicycle for all my transportation. I'm also taking violin lessons, and I've run into a problem: my violin case is too big and awkward to easily transport on my bike!
I know the easy answer is "buy a smaller case" but until I can do that, does anyone have any suggestions for how to get to & from my violin lessons via bike?
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posted by bryghtrose
on Jul 30, 2010 -
24 answers
How do you keep your bicycle's tires pumped with air when the bike has to be locked in a common bike room?
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posted by randomstriker
on Jul 22, 2010 -
54 answers
I've bought a road bike frame, forks, seat post and headset. I'm a price level down from the Shimano 105 series. What's the best group set and bottom bracket for my needs?
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posted by Hiker
on Jul 21, 2010 -
20 answers
Me and my girlfriend are planning to embark upon a long adventure. We have never done it before and have some questions.
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posted by Sentus
on Jul 20, 2010 -
12 answers
My bike helmet leaves deep indentations on my forehead. The marks are really bad right when I get to work, and linger for most of the day. What can I do to get them to go away faster? How can I prevent them? I still get them when I use a head wrap in the winter, so a cap or a bandanna underneath probably won't help. My helmet fits comfortably and I'm usually well hydrated.
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posted by hydrophonic
on Jul 19, 2010 -
7 answers
Bicycling filter: Looking for a bike bag (around the waist) for fixies. Usually only found at a fixed gear shop or, often enough, home made with loops for your belt.
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posted by MansRiot
on Jul 16, 2010 -
9 answers
Bay Area-centric/Bike-centric question: I love to go for bike rides with my 7 year old. She's usually up for about 5 miles, but is interested in going farther and so am I (with breaks). She gets discouraged if there are a lot of hills or if the road is rough. So far the best routes have been on the completed chunks of the Bay Trail because they are flat, paved, pedestrian/bike only (no cars) and have nice views. Can you suggest any other spots for this kind of low-key but long-lasting bike ride in the greater Bay Area? Are there websites or books I should look to for more ideas?
posted by serazin
on Jul 10, 2010 -
10 answers
Help outfit me in a new bike. I am trying to decide between two bikes at my local bike store or a bike from bikesdirect.com.
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posted by vegetableagony
on Jul 3, 2010 -
16 answers
I've drifted away from following the Tour de France over the last few years, and would like to get back into it this year. What's the best (web-based) way of doing this?
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posted by jontyjago
on Jul 3, 2010 -
8 answers
I want to buy a bike on Craigslist. What questions should I ask the seller? I haven't been on a bike in 20+ years, so I'm looking for something cheap to get started on. Full bike details after jump.
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posted by Jane Austen
on Jun 13, 2010 -
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Bike/Cycling: Modern features + classic styling = fit problems. I want
this rack to fit on
this bike. Help me ponder modifications necessary to make it fit - or sadden me greatly and tell me I'm going to have to settle for something uglier.
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posted by brandoniain
on Jun 3, 2010 -
10 answers
I'm going to start commuting to work by bike soon (some of the time, anyway). Help me with a few specific questions and give me general advice on making my commute by bike the kind of thing I'll want to stick with.
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posted by ocherdraco
on Jun 2, 2010 -
44 answers
The first
alleycat was held in Toronto according to Wikipedia. Is the route available anywhere online?
posted by vegetable100%
on May 31, 2010 -
2 answers
What's the best way to get across midtown Manhattan by bicycle? Looking at bike maps of the city, it seems there's no bike lanes going East-West between the lower 20s and wayy up in 90th St (on the east side) and 77th St (on the west side) Assuming I want to get across town by travelling in the 50s (or reasonably close to that), which street(s) should I take for the safest, least traffic-rife ride?
posted by Greg Nog
on May 20, 2010 -
7 answers
AnecdoteCyclingFilter: What are your experiences cycling in downtown Minneapolis/Saint Paul?
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posted by 47triple2
on May 14, 2010 -
12 answers
What are some good cycling routes in Philadelphia? I'm looking for places to train rather than scenic rides.
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posted by swbarrett
on May 1, 2010 -
7 answers
Bike commuting filter - how to stay safe and not worry too much?
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posted by Mid
on Apr 29, 2010 -
36 answers
What kind of bicycle do I want? Purpose: to ride to the shops or the library, possibly working my way up to riding to work. I'm thinking more casual Copenhagen than speedy lycra-clad.
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posted by harriet vane
on Apr 27, 2010 -
28 answers
I want to go on a one day bike trip in upstate NY or VT-- less than a 2h drive from Montreal. Where should I go? Details about what I want inside.
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posted by jeather
on Apr 16, 2010 -
5 answers
Bike maintenance and grease options: I'm going to be cleaning and lubing my drive train as throughly as possible this afternoon, but I'm not sure if the lubricants I have on hand are appropriate for things like greasing the jockey wheel, or if there's an appropriate automotive grease that can substitute.
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posted by maudlin
on Apr 10, 2010 -
8 answers
I recently purchased a new bicycle. A
GT Kustom Kruiser Moto Glide to be specific.
This is my first bike since college and also the first that's I've actually ridden regularly. It has become apparent that I should get some some type of rack/basket.
The problem I am encountering is all the ones I can find are very square and boring (
for example). What I would like is something that would be more in line with the bike's aesthetics. Prefer to purchase, but not against a DIY solution if you have any ideas.
posted by damionbroadaway
on Apr 6, 2010 -
12 answers
What are some good online or US-available resources for learning technical, bicycle-related vocabulary in Spanish?
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posted by dr. boludo
on Apr 5, 2010 -
5 answers
New bike, new apartment and for the first time in my life I have to keep my bike outdoors. Any tips/tricks to keep it clean, safe and in working order when it's parked in my backyard?
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posted by thecjm
on Mar 26, 2010 -
10 answers
Building recumbent (adult) trike. Is there ANY way to replace the non-driving crank arm with a chain sprocket set or a shaft.
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posted by mbarryf
on Mar 25, 2010 -
11 answers
I finally hauled my old touring bike out of the closet and am commuting to work. I'm prepared for a certain amount of pain, but how can I get it over with faster?
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posted by restless_nomad
on Mar 23, 2010 -
28 answers
How to buy a bicycle or motorbike in Rome to use for a summer in Italy?
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posted by letahl
on Mar 21, 2010 -
6 answers
