My bike won't upshift to the large ring in the front when I am on it, but it works fine when it is turned upside down. What gives?
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posted by zackola
on Jun 19, 2010 -
22 answers
I'm looking for a t shirt I saw a while ago. The front had a person (cupid) riding a bicycle and drawing a bow. On the back panel, lower left, there was an upside-down car with arrows sticking out of its tires.
As a pro-biker in general, and an appreciator of design specifically, I really liked this shirt. Google has been fruitless, has anyone else seen this shirt?
posted by Alex McP
on Jun 17, 2010 -
1 answer
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 -
10 answers
Does anyone know of a place to rent a Dutch-style bike near New Haven, CT?
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posted by vim876
on Jun 8, 2010 -
5 answers
I'm looking for an affordable, 10 mile a day road bike for my dad for Father's day.
He doesn't want anything more expensive than a $500 USD bike, but I can't find it in my heart to buy him a $200 Schwinn from Walmart.
Can anyone suggest a road bike between $200-$500 for my dad?
He's about 6'1", 200 pounds, pants inseam 33".
Ordering online and having it delivered (USA) will work. I'm fairly handy with tools an can assemble it, but I'd rather order just 1 bike pre-packaged and not buy pieces individually and put them together myself (tires from one distributor, frame from another, etc.)
posted by WhereAmI
on Jun 7, 2010 -
19 answers
My grandfather told me a story about a famously filthy and wealthy hoarder that lived in his neighborhood in Staten Island. He said there was a documentary made about the guy but I can't find anything about it on the internet. Anyone know the name?
Other information: his name was Murray and he owned a bicycle shop possibly called "Murrita's."
posted by pynchonesque
on Jun 6, 2010 -
4 answers
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
We're biking south along the Connecticut River from Orwell VT to New Haven CT in two days (give or take some east west variation). What should we see or do along the way?
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posted by puckish
on May 25, 2010 -
10 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
So, I've cycled to work. And I really want to do it again. The problem is, I feel like my saddle and I have been rather
too intimate...
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posted by twine42
on May 19, 2010 -
24 answers
My bike is going to get its last free tuneup from the shop where I bought it. What in particular should I ask them to check or do?
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posted by slow graffiti
on May 13, 2010 -
15 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
Beyond JanSport: another "tell me about backpacks that meet my absurdly precise specifications" question. This involves a 17" MacBookPro, a bicycle, unpredictable weather, and my lower back.
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posted by escabeche
on May 1, 2010 -
17 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 am looking to compare the cost (monetary AND environmental) of mining/producing 1 pound each of steel, aluminum and titanium. Any resources tracking this type of thing?
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posted by fluffycreature
on Apr 23, 2010 -
14 answers
I have a bicycle trunk rack that is Trek Interchange compatible. My trunk bag is not. I'd like an easier way to take the bag off the bike when parking it in public. Is there really no such thing as an Interchange adaptor for
non-Interchange bags?
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posted by caution live frogs
on Apr 21, 2010 -
4 answers
This evening I took my bike chain off to give it a full scrubbing. Unfortunately, the rivet fell out the other side of the link and I can't seem to wedge it back in.
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posted by cmonkey
on Apr 18, 2010 -
16 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
Second Hand Kid's bike issue: Can you adjust a pre-set handle-grip gear selector, or is it always a sign of another issue?
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posted by Brockles
on Apr 10, 2010 -
2 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
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
I'm bringing my bike (and a budget) to DC this weekend. Where should I go/what should I do? Looking for cool outdoor spaces...
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posted by bluelight
on Mar 18, 2010 -
11 answers
Hey Mefites! This is my first post and I definitely need help. I have my motorcycle license and took the MSF course. I most certainly will buy good gear to protect myself. I consider myself a safe driver (car so far), no accidents or speeding tickets and generally drive slow.
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posted by Wanderer7
on Mar 12, 2010 -
27 answers
Trying new things! Two week, cross-country (and back) adventure on Greyhound. Level of difficulty: with a bike.
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posted by itesser
on Mar 9, 2010 -
8 answers
Anyone have any experience with Bicycle Parts and Accessories distributors? I'm thinking of starting a online store specializing in a segment of the cycling world that I feel is under-served. Any advice from inside the industry would be helpful.
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posted by trbrts
on Mar 2, 2010 -
9 answers
For the past several years, I've been riding a
Navigator 500. I love how it handles on wooded trails, but on the open road - of which there is an abundance in Wisconsin - it is a
lot of work. Which bikes should I be looking at instead?
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posted by teremala
on Mar 1, 2010 -
22 answers
I'd like some recommendations for hipster bike blogs. Think more fixies with hot pink sidewalls, Dutch designer bikes no American could afford, and bike messenger fetishism than athletics, racing, nitty-gritty commuting, etc.
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posted by Juliet Banana
on Feb 16, 2010 -
17 answers
