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Jeff Schneider
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Reverse Brake Levers (TT) on Moustache Handelbars
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Tim S Nov 15, 2011.

Who are the Salmon?
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Started this discussion. Last reply by S.Presley☠ Aug 10, 2011.

Bike Sharing in Chicago and Montreal
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Joel Jul 24, 2010.

 

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Jeff Schneider replied to Radfahrer's discussion 'How the Dutch got their bike lanes'
"Cool video.  One small factual error, though - the first oil crisis (at the time of the Yom Kippur war) was in 1973, not 1979. I think that the biggest reason the Dutch were successful in getting more bicycle infrastructure is that at the time…"
Jan 11, 2012
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The Chainlink Bar Night at Uncommon Ground at Uncommon Ground on Clark

January 19, 2012 from 6pm to 11:45pm
Come thaw out your balaclava by the fire.  This month's Bar Night is hosted by the nice folks at Uncommon Ground, who are providing us a cozy room and a generous round of free appetizers.  (Come early.  You know your fellow cyclists are hungry.) The bar has a sweet selection of regional craft beers and the kitchen is committed to great food that is locally-grown.  Uncommon Ground is gaining national recognition for its innovative pursuit of sustainability and wants to support Chicagoland's…See More
Jan 9, 2012
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Jeff Schneider replied to thepuppies's discussion 'Dangerous corners - best way to create a change?'
"Wherever the river or an expressway must be crossed, we run out of good side-street options and have to get on major arterials with fast car traffic.  These choke points should get priority for physically separate bike lanes."
Jan 9, 2012
Jeff Schneider replied to Thunder Snow's discussion 'Jogger Mauled By Pit Bulls This Morning on Lakefront Path--Could Easily Have Been a Cyclist'
"You missed the point.  I don't think pit bulls are uniquely evil.  As you point out, any dog the size of a 70 lb pit bull is easily capable of killing a person.  And as Joe Schmoe said, animals "will sometimes do unprovoked,…"
Jan 5, 2012
Jeff Schneider replied to Thunder Snow's discussion 'Jogger Mauled By Pit Bulls This Morning on Lakefront Path--Could Easily Have Been a Cyclist'
"From WGN (http://www.wgntv.com/news/local/breaking/chi-jogger-critically-injured-in-attack-by-2-pit-bulls-on-lakefront-20120102,0,7932891.story):  "Jimmy Johnson, of the 7600 block of South Coles Avenue, was ticketed twice for each dog,…"
Jan 3, 2012
Jeff Schneider replied to kiltedcelt's discussion 'Talk about bad luck - helping a guy fix a flat on the LFP tonight'
"Narrow tires are not optimum for a lot of beat-up city streets, that's for sure.  OTOH a light weight bike with narrow rims is nice for carrying up stairs or onto the train. I've used presta valves for over 30 years without any…"
Dec 19, 2011
Jeff Schneider replied to kiltedcelt's discussion 'Talk about bad luck - helping a guy fix a flat on the LFP tonight'
"Slightly OT, but you reminded me of something a colleague once said: "Give a man a match, keep him warm for a minute.  Set a man on fire, keep him warm the rest of his life." "
Dec 19, 2011
Jeff Schneider replied to Julie Hochstadter's discussion 'War On Cars? Don't Sweat Emissions or Congestion'
"Personal sacrifice is really not the issue.  We have a transportation system that forces people into cars.  We would save money and improve quality of life by having more attractive options (more/faster public transit, safe bike routes).…"
Nov 30, 2011
Jeff Schneider replied to Meg Matthews's discussion 'Bike Winter newbie thread'
"I've been biking in winter since childhood.  Chicago is actually not too bad for it, since we don't have many days when the streets have much snow or ice.  And biking really is not cold at all if you wear the right clothing (but…"
Nov 17, 2011
Steven Lane replied to Jeff Schneider's discussion 'Reverse Brake Levers (TT) on Moustache Handelbars'
"I have reverse brake levers on mustache-like bars, and I love it. Thought it might be a little awkward at first, but my hands can't tell the difference :) "
Nov 14, 2011
Jeff Schneider replied to Jeff Schneider's discussion 'Reverse Brake Levers (TT) on Moustache Handelbars'
"I got the Soma Moustache II, which are only 22.2 OD, but have been drilled to accept bar end shifters.  I assume that the brakes will fit if brifters do. "
Nov 14, 2011
Kelvin Mulcky replied to Jeff Schneider's discussion 'Reverse Brake Levers (TT) on Moustache Handelbars'
"Make sure you double check in the inner diameter of your mustache bars. There are a few different models produced by different manufactures (Nitto, Origion 8, Soma, Nashbar) and they have variously different inner and outer diameters"
Nov 14, 2011
Jeff Schneider posted a discussion

Reverse Brake Levers (TT) on Moustache Handelbars

I'm planning to put moustache bars on a 1980 road bike.  I know most people put bar end shifters on these bars, but the bike has down tube friction shifters that I want to keep.  So, I have the option of putting reverse (time trial) brake levers on the bar ends.  I know this is not a new idea, so before I blast ahead I'd be interested to hear about any experience you've had with this setup.Thanks in advance...See More
Nov 13, 2011
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Jeff Schneider replied to Dubi Kaufmann's discussion 'a point of view video of dooring.'
"+1 "
Nov 9, 2011
Jeff Schneider replied to Jessica's discussion 'Moving to DesPlaines (or surrounding area) in May!'
"Jessica, you must be a better man than I am ;-)  I'm a very experienced rider, and I, too, am not scared of big, busy roads.  Still, I don't at all enjoy riding on NW Highway (or any number of other major suburban arterials)…"
Nov 8, 2011
Jeff Schneider replied to Jessica's discussion 'Moving to DesPlaines (or surrounding area) in May!'
"I work in Mt. Prospect (very near Des Plaines), and I don't find the area very bike-friendly at all.  Too often there is no way to ride from A to B but a major arterial with fast car traffic and no space for bikes.  Don't get me…"
Nov 8, 2011

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What I ride:
Road, Cruiser, Fixed Gear
The kind of riding I do:
Recreational, Exercise, Commuting, Around Town

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At 10:51am on October 18, 2011, Duppie 13.5185km said…
Jeff, are you the guy that I've talked to a number of times at the Coffee Studio? I used to see you there either with a Pedersen or a VanMoof (but not lately).
At 7:54am on August 24, 2011, Joydivision said…
Ok just let me Know!!!
At 12:24pm on August 17, 2011, Joydivision said…
What is your email address so that we can set up a time to meet so you can see the Mercian?
At 11:30pm on August 16, 2011, Joydivision said…
Jeff I am A bit larger in size then you I am 5'11 the bike I think will be perfect for you...This bike was my roomates who moved out and left me with some serious bills so the Mercian is now mine...at any rate he was about 5'9"
At 3:15pm on May 4, 2011, Slow Bicycle Society said…
GREAT to see you, Mr. Schneider, on the Tweed. Join the Slowterium on June 4.
At 8:16am on January 26, 2010, Slow Bicycle Society said…
Did you separate after the Grafton? I stuck with my early plan and left after Chief ONeills, but apparently they made it all the way to the end. God love 'em.
 
 
 

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