Tips for Happy Riding

[ziptie]

I really liked this.

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[beaq]

Don't ever describe any bike, no matter how inexpensive or dilapidated, as "a piece of crap."

:-)

gentlemen, mount your roadmasters

[31504]

"If you're a guy, don't try to be a mentor to every female cycler you meet."

Srsly. You can even drop the "cycler" part and it's STILL good advice for a lot of guys. (not you. duh.)

That list makes me want my bike back even more. I think it's time for Molly to get her own. And time for me to watch Breaking Away again, too.

Re: gentlemen, mount your roadmasters

[ziptie]

Yes, get your bike back. It's too lovely for you to not ride it. :)

Re: gentlemen, mount your roadmasters

[31504]

True. :) Plus it'll give me an excuse to buy new shoes.

[randomdreams]

There are people who care whether their wheels match?
There are people who HAVE matching wheels?

I like the list. I'm assuming that's Grant Peterson writing that, coz he sounds grouchy. Dunno about the 'buy the cheapest helmet that fits' part -- I'm a little picky in the saving-my-brain department (buy the one with the most/thickest foam.) But generally speaking, yeah, good words.

[ziptie]

I also totally dig their general approach to parts and such. Love the downtube-to-barend converters.

[rangertarmac]

I am soooo happy to have a functioning bicycle. THX! :D

I even rode to school and back on Sunday. I need to adjust the front brake with the new tires, tho. And I'd like to get a light and reflectiveness for safe night riding. I should also probably get my own helmet.

Thanks for the list. I will be studying it.

[ziptie]

20/20 is a great shop. They'll set you up right with lights.

For a helmet I suggest a place with a ton of variety, like REI or Greggs. Try a bunch on and get one that fits your head well enough that it doesn't fall off when you bend over (without the strap buckled).

Yay bikes!