Planning a vacation in California in May and was thinking I would like to do some cycling and see a bit of scenery. Sonoma and Yosemite seem attractive options, but where to stay and hire bikes? How many days should I set aside for this? I could be in the San Francisco area for ten days or so.
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posted by asok
on Mar 15, 2013 -
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I'm looking for a three wheel bike for various reasons, but I'm getting conflicting advice, so I'd like even more advice.
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posted by patheral
on Feb 24, 2013 -
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I'll soon be off on a big bike tour, and would like reccomendations for running a computer/tablet able to do actual work from a bike dynamo hub (details inside).
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posted by jaduncan
on Jan 15, 2013 -
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Biking to Washington, DC, arriving Oct 19 and leaving the 21st. What should I do (bike-related and not) while I'm there?
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posted by vulgar_wheat
on Oct 10, 2012 -
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Yes, it's a bike. It says Bianchi. How do I identify what kind it is and what it's worth?
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posted by BlueHorse
on Oct 7, 2012 -
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What are some cities/neighborhoods to live in that are bike commutable (<45 minutes) to 24th and Olympic in Santa Monica? Are there any specific trails or routes I should be paying attention when hunting for housing? Any specific intersections to be avoided?
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posted by minedev
on Aug 21, 2012 -
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I'm going on an overnight bike ride tonight, and I think I'm fine with all my supplies except for routing. I've got a handlebar mount for my phone, but I need a mapping app which I can use overnight which won't affect my night vision, and will save energy. Is there an Android app which I can import a .GPX file into and which can follow my progress and make sure I don't miss any turns on a minimal grey on black street map? I'm in the UK and all the route will be on Open Street Map.
posted by ambrosen
on Aug 4, 2012 -
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I have a very nice Dutch roadster bike. Help me (in Canada) find replacement pedals fit for this king of the road.
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posted by scruss
on Jul 24, 2012 -
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I had to leave my bike at a rail station for a few days. When I picked it up again it felt funny on the way home, and a close inspection showed someone had swapped my rear wheel for another almost identical one. Can anyone familiar with bike theft explain what happened? It's not totally the same, but the rear cassette is identical, the tyre of the same good make but with a heavier tread. The original wasn't anything special - the stock Bontrager off a 6yo Trek 7.3 hybrid.
posted by cromagnon
on Jul 20, 2012 -
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Truth or hyperbole: Guy at bike shop, who appears to be a reputable bike fitter, tells me he can make a bike I like less fit like a bike I like more. Is he right or just trying to move last year's product?
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posted by nanhey
on Jul 18, 2012 -
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Should I get an expensive new bike or a cheap used one? Any specific styles or models? Would the models the local bikes stores recommended be any good?
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posted by aerotive
on Jul 16, 2012 -
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Please suggest bike routes in New England that meet some specific criteria. We took our son on a section of the East Bay Bike Path near Providence for his first bike ride last week and he loved it. He sits in an
iBert on Mom's bike. We are looking for similar routes. In looking for similar I articulate what specifically I think is good about this path for us in the extended explanation. We can ride weekdays in addition to weekends. Thanks.
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posted by safetyfork
on Jun 25, 2012 -
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As I get older and, perhaps, wiser, I'm looking for smarter ways to train for triathlons. I've had wonderful success with Chi Running and Terry Laughlin's Total Immersion swim program. Are there any similar programs for cycling?
Thanks.
posted by holdenjordahl
on Jun 12, 2012 -
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I'm signed up to do a century, a 100-mile bicycle ride, in a little over four weeks. Given the training that I've been doing, what are the best specific things I can do in the next month to get stronger and faster?
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posted by bluedaisy
on Apr 19, 2012 -
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Adjusting my bike's rear derailleur on the workstand results in perfect shifting. Shifting while riding, on the other hand...
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posted by aflores
on Apr 12, 2012 -
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About to buy a city bike. Are urban cruisers as good as I've heard? Is a single-speed bike comfortable for commuting? Best brands of same in Canada?
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posted by L'Estrange Fruit
on Mar 20, 2012 -
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Buying a new bike and have no idea which type is most appropriate for my needs. Do I want a comfort bike or a hybrid? Or do I want a vintage ladies cruiser? Please help me make an educated decision.
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posted by thereemix
on Jan 14, 2012 -
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I'm in the UK, near Bath. I just saw someone on a bicycle I really want. Silver frame, canti brakes, racer / tourer style. Brand name was approx 11 letters long and I'm pretty sure it began with 'van'. Any ideas anyone? Thanks in advance!
posted by sann1657
on Nov 17, 2011 -
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I put together
my new bike, a Nirve single speed cruiser, this weekend and, like an idiot, did not grease the seatpost before installing it (it was already quasi-slimy and I thought that was enough). Guess what happened? It's completely stuck and I'd kind of like to get it out.
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posted by eunoia
on Oct 11, 2011 -
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I'm looking for advice on bike routes and bike-on-train travel tips from Vancouver, BC to Portland, OR
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posted by Acari
on Jul 14, 2011 -
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I'm fat and out of shape and have decided to get a bike to help me be less fat and out of shape. Please help me choose one.
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posted by DWRoelands
on Jun 23, 2011 -
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Cycling filter: Is it a big deal if my presta valve doesn't go through the rim exactly perpendicularly?
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posted by thecaddy
on Jun 4, 2011 -
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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 -
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Vacationing in Mystic, CT area April 22-24. 2 couples, 4 bikes, 1 van. Everyone is late 20s early 30s. Need trails, food and entertainment.
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posted by pyro979
on Mar 28, 2011 -
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Anyone have experience with biking their violin to and fro in a cold northern US climate? Should I be worried about it? Are the easy things I can do to minimize the chances of a string breaking, the finish cracking, or the wood warping?
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posted by kjell
on Nov 17, 2010 -
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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 -
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I like riding my bicycle, but I'm having trouble finding clothes that fit. I'm 6'1", 305 lbs. I've researched other askme's, and there was some good stuff-- including the only company I can find so far that even comes close to fitting me-- 3XL the Minus 33
merino shirt, and even that is pretty small and tight on me. But I'm looking for more information and pointers than I can find on my own. I know there is a passionate bicycling clique here at Metafilter, and I'm hoping they can offer me some advice and sources for clothes to fit my odd-shaped body. Details below the jump.
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posted by seasparrow
on Oct 14, 2010 -
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