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Metal or Plastic Fenders for Touring/Commuting?
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I have been fender shopping and going crazy.  One day I want hammered Velo Orange metal fenders and the next day I want SKS Plastic Longboards. I have read many of the blogs. Some say metal keeps you…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Duppie 13.5185km Feb 3.

Touring Crank Upgrade Necessary?
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Hello:My touring/gravel road bike came stock with 11/32 9-speed cassette Shimano LX in the rear and a Sora Derailleur with Sora 52-42-30 Triple Crank up front and bar end shifters (one side friction…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Jeff Schneider Jan 26.

Re: Anybody use a Brooks Saddle for long distance touring?
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Hello:I am interested in getting into touring this summer. I need a new saddle for my touring bike. I have heard good things about Brooks, but when I look at them in the store they seem pretty hard.…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Lee Roy Carrier Jan 21.

Bike Fitting (BG) and Custom Bike Fitting
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I am confused about bike fit. I am 6'1 and ride a 58cm Specialized Secteur Bike. I had a BG fit done and my stem shorted down to 90 mm to relieve some upper body back pain (originally 110) . The fit…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Dave D Jan 9.

 

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Dave D commented on Kelvin Mulcky's photo
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my bikes

"Awesome!"
Feb 15
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my bikes

"Nice bike is that a Rock N Road?"
Feb 15
Dave D replied to kiltedcelt's discussion '700x32 versus 700x45 - opinions requested from folks who've gone up in tire size'
"I ride 700 x 35 with fenders and find that serves just about all my purposes. "
Feb 15
Dave D replied to Sarah Rizvi's discussion 'Need advice on buying a new bike!'
"I hate giving advice, but I will share my experience. I started off with a Mountain Bike, but quickly found it to be fairly slow and inefficient when riding in the City. I then switched to an Aluminum Road racing bicycle and was floored with how…"
Feb 15
Dave D joined UV Metal Arts - Powder Coating's group
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Hand Built Bicycle Frame Builders Of Chicagoland

The place to showcase hand built bicycle frames, and to talk about everything related to frame building. Made In ChicagoSee More
Feb 9
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Dave D joined The Locomotive's group
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Unemployed Cyclist

A group to help cyclist find work and also to plan some rides after or before doing a job search !!!
Feb 9
55 Comments
Dave D replied to Tim Heckman's discussion 'Tire Advice-- Broken Glass and Commuting'
"http://www.conti-online.com/generator/www/de/en/continental/bicycle/themes/city/Allround/tourride/tourride_en.html"
Feb 8
Dave D replied to Caiken's discussion 'Stolen! 2011 Scott Speedster Contessa'
"that sucks Any chance you have renter's insurance? sometimes they cover these things."
Jan 29
Tony Adams 6.6 mi replied to Dave D's discussion 'Metal or Plastic Fenders for Touring/Commuting?'
"Pics! "
Jan 29
Dave D is attending Active Transportation Alliance's event
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Chicago Bike Swap 2013 at UIC Physical Education Building

March 9, 2013 from 10am to 5pm
We're expecting thousands of people at the Chicago Bike Swap on Saturday, March 9, 2013.The new space at UIC’s Physical Education Building in the West Loop is even bigger than last year’s, and will feature vendors, presentations and entertainment.Leave a bike you want to sell and your cell phone number at the bike corral. We’ll call you when someone’s ready to buy, while you check out the rest of the event.There will be bike safety activities for kids, presentations on bike advocacy and chances…See More
Jan 29
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Lanterne Rouge replied to Dave D's discussion 'Metal or Plastic Fenders for Touring/Commuting?'
"Those are Velo Orange, of the smooth variety. And they're now on my NEW 1973 Schwinn World Voyageur. Just as slick, I promise :D "
Jan 28
djm replied to Dave D's discussion 'Metal or Plastic Fenders for Touring/Commuting?'
"The problem isnt how I take care of my bike but how others do.  Last time I had my road bike on Metra, someone slid their brake lever along my top tube when they stored their bike.  :-( "
Jan 28
Amanda replied to Dave D's discussion 'Metal or Plastic Fenders for Touring/Commuting?'
"http://ass-savers.com. Might be a good compromise. Cheap, lightweight, and easily remove able for the bus etc...."
Jan 28
notoriousDUG replied to Dave D's discussion 'Metal or Plastic Fenders for Touring/Commuting?'
"Longboards are some of the best fenders ever. "
Jan 28
Dave D replied to Dave D's discussion 'Metal or Plastic Fenders for Touring/Commuting?'
"Thanks for all the discussions. I decided on 45mm SKS Longboards in black for the Salsa Vaya. "
Jan 28
Lanterne Rouge replied to Dave D's discussion 'Metal or Plastic Fenders for Touring/Commuting?'
"Funny that you should bring this up. Our lord and savior (snicker) has just written a post about fitting them properly. Once fit properly and securely, they hardly make noise. Every so often I'll hear pinging if I'm hauling ass on crushed…"
Jan 28

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What I ride:
Road, Mountain
The kind of riding I do:
Recreational, Commuting, Distance, Around Town

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