The Chainlink

JoLynn Doerr
  • Female
  • Chicago, IL
  • United States
Share on Facebook Share Twitter
  • Blogs From Around The Chainlink
  • Discussions (1)
  • Upcoming Rides & Events
  • Groups
  • Photos
  • Photo Albums
  • Videos

JoLynn Doerr's Friends

  • James BlackHeron

JoLynn Doerr's Discussions

Driveshaft bicycle
6 Replies

Does anyone in the area know where I can examine/test-ride/possibly buy a chainless driveshaft bike?  I know of the following manufacturers: Dekra, Sonoma, Dynamic, and a Danish company.  Inernet…Continue

Started this discussion. Last reply by Tony Adams 6.6 mi Jun 27, 2012.

 

JoLynn Doerr's Page

Latest Activity

Tony Adams 6.6 mi replied to JoLynn Doerr's discussion 'Driveshaft bicycle'
"and trousers! "
Jun 27, 2012
Liz replied to JoLynn Doerr's discussion 'Driveshaft bicycle'
"I think about chain-less bikes from time to time, mostly because it would solve the mystery chain prints that end up all over my arms and legs.  "
Jun 27, 2012
notoriousDUG replied to JoLynn Doerr's discussion 'Driveshaft bicycle'
"I prefer the chain to the shaft on a motorbike myself but the belt is so the way to fly on any kind of bike if you can afford it. "
Jun 27, 2012
Tony Adams 6.6 mi replied to JoLynn Doerr's discussion 'Driveshaft bicycle'
"I've had three motorcycles, one with each kind of drive. Here is the result of my very unscientific experiment: chain - sucks shaft - huge improvement belt - the awesome"
Jun 27, 2012
S replied to JoLynn Doerr's discussion 'Driveshaft bicycle'
"I think if anything is going to replace the chain drive, it'll be something like the gates belt drive.  It's fairly easy to get the tire off with the belt drive, much like with a chain drive.  However, the belt requires much less…"
Jun 27, 2012
notoriousDUG replied to JoLynn Doerr's discussion 'Driveshaft bicycle'
"There is a furniture store, Haute Living I think, that has some; we assemble them for them here at Rapid Transit Personally I am not a fan.  Shaft drive bikes have been an on and off idea for like 80 years but we keep sticking with the chain…"
Jun 27, 2012
JoLynn Doerr posted a discussion

Driveshaft bicycle

Does anyone in the area know where I can examine/test-ride/possibly buy a chainless driveshaft bike?  I know of the following manufacturers: Dekra, Sonoma, Dynamic, and a Danish company.  Inernet searches have resulted in zero local retailers.  -- L. Chukman c/o JoLynn DoerrSee More
Jun 27, 2012
James BlackHeron and JoLynn Doerr are now friends
Aug 1, 2011
JoLynn Doerr might attend Becky Welbes's event
Thumbnail

Women's Cycling Meet & Greet at New Wave Coffee

July 8, 2011 from 7pm to 9pm
pretty. fast.women race bikes too.Meet other female riders and racers in a friendly, low-key environment. Great for seasoned cyclists as well as newbies—come with questions or just come ready to meet new friends, say hi to old ones and be a part of Chicago’s growing female cycling community. Aready racing? Well just come and hang out, catch up with some friends off the bike, and maybe help out some newbies! All are welcome.Raffle and door-prizes are in the works. More info to come on that.…See More
Jun 30, 2011
JoLynn Doerr is now a member of The Chainlink
Jul 24, 2010

Profile Information

What I ride:
Cruiser
About me:
Unskilled, out of shape rider who still owns her first bike (coaster brakes!), looking to expand short errands, occasional commuting and recreational riding.

Comment Wall

You need to be a member of The Chainlink to add comments!

Join The Chainlink

  • No comments yet!
 
 
 

© 2008-2013   The Chainlink Community, L.L.C. Julie Hochstadter, Director   Powered by

Disclaimer  |  Report an Issue  |  Terms of Service