oh it totally is. oh so overdramaticQuote:
Originally Posted by Kidnemo
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oh it totally is. oh so overdramaticQuote:
Originally Posted by Kidnemo
I totally wanted to make my bike a fixie. It's all about being a faggot hipster and wanting to mod whatever the fuck thing with gears i get my hands on to. Only thing that drives me away is that i scrub the ground with my pedals doing normal riding, so no go on that shit.Quote:
Originally Posted by Pacrappa
I've strictly been using my bicycle for commuting to/from campus. I've also gone on some really nice 10-15 mile rides around town when I've been bored at night. Anyone have a recommendation for a good over-the-shoulder bag? I got a cheap one from Walmart a while back, but it's super annoying and swings around whenever I pedal out of the saddle.
Ogio messenger bags are pretty well made in terms of durability, but the straps don't shorten enough for me ever (and I push them through the intended minimum points, all the way to the middle, to make it even shorter). I keep ending up with bruises on the top of my leg from where the edges of the bag rubs when I walk. It also hangs too low and grazes my bike wheel. If you're not a complete shorty, this might not be a problem for you.
I've read some good things about Timbuk2 bags, and have a friend or two with them, but they're more than I'd like to pay.
I'm thinking about getting a new bike in the future, since mine is rusty and having some problems (the gears are not cooperative and there's some vague grindy noise and vibration that makes me uneasy). Don't really know what to look for, thought I would seek advice here.
I have a generic women's mountain bike right now that I got for free. I ride on sidewalks that have uneven spots, over small grass patches, and sometimes on roads that are not very lovely. One of those back racks with a bag might be nice since I've got a lot of shit to take to and from class and for research.
Suggestions?
I ride a road bike in all of those conditions provided. The only area where it's really out of its element is sand.
How many miles will you be riding each day?
Not much at all. I make frequent trips to and from campus, usually two round trips each day, but it's maybe 5 miles total if that. My back is kind of crappy so I really hate the lean-forward mountain bike setup, that also factors in.
I thought road bikes didn't do well with bad pavement. Wouldn't it be really bumpy for them?
Go to your local bike shop.Quote:
Originally Posted by Nomi
Tell them what you want.
They will fit you for a great bike and square you away.
Do not buy something from a huge chain 'mart type store.
Enjoy!
Well I was planning on buying used, I don't have the cash for a brand new bike. Just trying to get a feel of what type to hunt around for.