Kibbee

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16h	comment	How to calculate bike stand-over height using frameset geometry and wheel radius? @DanielRHicks Yes, It would most likely be possible, these numbers don't show that value. If you had a picture of the frame, you could probably estimate it based on some of the other measurements. Although now that I think about it, if you had a decent picture of the bike, you could probably get a good idea of the standover height from just one simple measurement and inferring the scale of the picture.
2d	comment	What should I look for in an indoor cycle trainer? Actually, My Cyclops Fluid2 is a mid-range trainer that doesn't have any difficulty adjustments. however, the gearing on my bike provides more than enough range for my workouts.
2d	comment	Can a chain-lock be better against cutting than a U-lock? Even if it didn't swivel, you could cut it at the bottom of the "U" far from the shackle, from there, you could probably get enough leverage with your hands (or hands and feet) to bend it sufficiently to remove it from the bike.
May 17	comment	How to calculate bike stand-over height using frameset geometry and wheel radius? Seems like it would be impossible without having the angle of the top tube. If you think about just dropping the top tube to a lower height, you could do that without changing any of the other numbers that are given.
May 17	answered	upsweep and backsweep for mtb handlebars
May 17	comment	Evaluate hill gradient I have an Oregon 450 which is a lot cheaper than a Garmin 800, and it gives me readouts of meters/minute or meter/sec as my "climbing speed". It has a barometer in it, so it's supposed to be more accurate than just GPS for altitude. I'll have to keep an eye on that next time I'm doing a climb to see how well it works.
May 16	comment	Is having your hands “on the hoods” of drop handlebars safe for braking? I have a touring bike which has a much more relaxed posture, while still having drop bars. This allows me to ride with my hand on the drops most of the time. It's a little less aerodynamic than a road bike, but a lot more comfortable.
May 16	comment	Evaluate hill gradient I do use Strava and like it. They do kind of put an emphasis on comparing you against others, which can be both fun, if not a little demoralizing. They break up your ride into different sections that allow you to see how your time compares to others who have done the same climb. You can just ignore the standings if you want.
May 16	comment	Evaluate hill gradient Strava is another popular site that you can upload your GPX file too. They offer quite a bit for free but also have some advanced features for those willing to pay for a membership.
May 16	comment	High pressure water cleaning and chain lube Yeah, if you're a pro mechanic working on pro bikes, and your components are provided as part of you sponsorship deal and replaced frequently, go nuts, it's the fastest way to clean a bike. But definitely not recommended if you want to improve the longevity of your parts.
May 16	answered	High pressure water cleaning and chain lube
May 15	comment	Does frame size inside a particular model affect the ride characteristics of the bike? Along with the first comment, I would venture to say that if it's true for the smallest, it's probably true for the largest, or if you change the stem, drop the bars a bit, or if slide the seat forward a bit. All these things can change how a bike feels. The fork is always the same size to accommodate the same size wheel and allowing the brakes to reach the rim, So you can't really just scale a bike and have different sizes have the same feel. If you can't test drive the bike, perhaps you can persuade them to do a free fitting, with a free stem exchange to ensure it fits you as best it can.
May 15	comment	Italian bottom bracket Shimano BB-6400 fixed cup tightening - what tool? @alex How does that allow you to measure the torque? Seems like it would be very easy to over-torque something when using the frame as a giant lever.
May 14	comment	Number of gears for a racer Probably worth noting that the number of gears on the cassette (in the back) won't do much to determine the "range" of gearing, but really determines the size of steps between individual gears. I have an 8 speed (11-32) with way more range than most racing bikes, but the gears are further apart so I sometimes feel like I can't get in the right gear. It's likely that an old 14 speed bike will have just as much range as a modern 20 or 22 speed racing bike, but the steps between the different gears will be much larger.
May 13	comment	Cannot fit pump nozzle properly to the presta valve of my tyre That pump, and especially the head looks quite similar to the pump I own. On mine, you have to put it quite far on to the valve to get it into the right position. I always test by pushing the release valve to ensure it has a decent lock, if it's not on right, the release valve doesn't work.
May 12	comment	exploding inner tubes The OP states that he rides them into the mountains. I'm don't ride in the mountains, so don't have any experience on this, but when going up to higher altitude, the lower pressure on the outside would result in a higher (relative) pressure on the inside of the tire. Since there is less atmosphere pressing back on the outside of the tire, the inside air presses harder against the tire and rim. I'm not sure how much of a difference this makes in the actual scheme of things or if its enough to make the tire explode.
May 12	comment	Looking for a solid MTB/hybrid bike for my girlfriend Yeah, I don't recommend buying a complete bike online since it's so hard to get the right fit. The same "size" from different manufacturers or even from different models on the same manufacturer will fit and have very different handling characteristics. Go to your local bike shop and make sure she takes it for a good test ride.
May 12	comment	Bags for longer touring What are you planning on carrying? Will you be carrying a tent or sleeping in hotels? How many days of food do you plan to carry? How often will you be able to go shopping for food or other supplies? It will help if you add a little more detail about the tour so we can give better recommendations.
May 11	comment	Thinking of quitting due to dangerous driving Yeah, you would have to trust the person you're riding with quite a bit. Probably something you have to work up to. Start off slow and work your way up.