"I looked at the numerous comments on the the Navy Pier Flyover and did not see one with this information.
February 24, 2021 I rode over the Chicago River on the new bike lane! The entire Flyover is rideable!
There are numerous workers working on…"
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Elwood Gruschow
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Stainless steel chains
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Recently, I bought one of those go-no-go bicycle chain wear checkers. I tried it on two of my bikes that have obvious worn chains, they failed. I tried it on two of my other bikes, they also…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Mike Schwab Jan 26.
Store Inverted?
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I am looking at different options to store my five bicycles in a condo with no out of the unit storage space. One option is to hang a bike inverted. It has to be inverted to fit between the sprinkler…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by ketoguychicago Sep 17, 2020.
Bike Share Surplus in China
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Here is a link to an unbelievable set of pictures of bike sharing in China.…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Jim Reho Mar 24, 2018.
Free 30lb plywood bike shipping box
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Free; 30 pound plywood bike shipping box. I went on TOSRV twice and another tour where I shipped my bike ahead, toured, and shipped it back. I am offering the crate free to anyone who contacts me by…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Elwood Gruschow Nov 7, 2017.
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"When you mount the chains, spray lightly with WD40 to get a light coaring on the outside surface of the chain. Helps keep water and dirt from sticking. Don't try to get any of the lube out from the inside."
"https://cyclingtips.com/2019/12/the-best-bicycle-chain-durability-and-efficiency-tested/#most-durable-11-speed
TLDR: As long as you continue to employ your chain checker (and maybe clean your chains more/better), you'll get the most…"
"Look better and slightly easier to clean but I don't think SS chains give you extra chain life. But you're right, the cost difference isn't that much. I generally replace my chains every 3000 mi. or so but results vary."
Stainless steel chains
Recently, I bought one of those go-no-go bicycle chain wear checkers. I tried it on two of my bikes that have obvious worn chains, they failed. I tried it on two of my other bikes, they also failed. I thought no big deal; it’s a bad gauge. I tried it on my last bike and a short section of new chain. They noticeably passed. So now I am in the market for four new chains. Previous times, I would buy lower end SRAM. This time I noticed there are stainless steel chains for just a little…See More
"I am glad it is off the market, I was contemplating visiting my orthopedic surgeon to price getting my frame to fit that frame."
"Cycling in 2020; After trying numerous options, I wear a mask that doesn’t fog up my glasses, restrict heavy breathing or pull out my hearing aids.
see you on the road"
"Cycling in 2020, I can breath hard without foggy my glasses. I can wear it without pulling out my hearing aids.
See you on the road.
Elwood"
"Is this for overnight/weekly storage, or for longer term with the 5 bikes? (I'm guessing it's not just for overnight if we're dealing with five of them) Here's why I bring that up - - - I'd read that if for…"
"Thanks for this info. I needed that."
"Elwood,
Remember, Google is your friend.
But I remember having this question once, and at the time, found the question answered by Lennard Zinn. I'll save you the trouble of a link. FWIW, I've stored 2 bikes…"
Store Inverted?
I am looking at different options to store my five bicycles in a condo with no out of the unit storage space. One option is to hang a bike inverted. It has to be inverted to fit between the sprinkler pipe and the wall. My question is; if I store a bike with hydraulic brakes upside down do I have to worry about brake fluid leakage? One bike is Shimano and another is Magura. I have already considered turning the handlebars each time I hang it.see you on the road,ElwoodSee More
"I second Jim Reho comment about thanks to Yasmeen.
Take the forum off the home page.
I was riding the Robert McClory Trail through Waukegan a few years ago. I saw and started talking with another rider. He said the…"
"I support Black Lives Matter and do not support policemen using unnecessary force or ones that can find their guns but not the ON switch to their body cams. I also do not support bike thieves and other looters. I value the opinion of…"
"This is great news for me. What are the details about “ including sections south of Fullerton Avenue“? Can you now bicycle from Ohio street to north of Fullerton on the lake front?
I got a call requesting…"
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- What I ride:
- Road, Mountain, Tandem
- The kind of riding I do:
- Recreational, Around Town
- About me:
- We do not own a car. I rent one for trips, but everything else is by bike, walk or CTA
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