cross-posted from: https://slrpnk.net/post/43514084

From the Oh The Urbanity! channel on peertube/YT

The conclusion at around 6:50 is quite interesting too

Paraphrasing:

Even if interviewees and data from Ipsos report "Cycling Across the World 2022" (PDF!) says there is no correlation between cycling for transportation and exercise/competition/recreation, if you have access to a bike and feel comfortable to use it (aka there is a decent infrastructure), you are more likely to get involved in those activities

Bike friendly countries just made it normal to ride a bike, even if people might not think much of it as they are just used to do it

cross-posted from: https://leminal.space/post/40098244

Just upgraded my Lauf Uthald's stock wheels and tires (DT Swiss e1800 23, Goodyear Eagle F1R) to ICAN Aero 40 II, Silca Protocol RCR.

800 grams lighter. So that's not nothing.

First carbon wheels on my first carbon bike. So I have little experience to compare with. But first ride went well. First thing I noticed was the sound. They kind of sing. I definitely noticed better cornering and smoother over small bumps and joints.

I am happy with my purchase.

Had a blowout over the weekend and was restocking my bag, so I thought to share.

I've got:

• Tire levers
• Combination allen key
• $20
• Tube w cellophane
• CO2 w cracker

Looking at this list, I should probably add a quick link. They're sitting in my tool chest right next to me. My saddle bag is also right next to me... now would be a great time to do that.

Anyways? How do you all pack?

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.ml/post/52514352

After a pause for the heat of August, Bicycle Sundays are back! See you out there this Sunday 9/13 10a-2pm

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.blahaj.zone/post/47490587

very short post today, it's fairly self explanatory. it works well though!

Is it time to try out a 32er? I want this for my commuter as its light and big wheels for better roll over. My concern is of course safety, but all carbon fibre XC bikes are made in china so maybe they have experienced quality control. The novelty factor is also a big part of it, I wanted a 36er, but this is much cheaper. The quote from the manufacturer is below, but $1100 usd for the frame fork and wheels.

"32er hardtail frame FM132 UDH hanger can do $369/set (black matte) include frame+headset+Rear axle FM132 front fork price: 105USD

·32" MTB 28mm XC rims Light weight version UD matte 2135=270usd ·NOVATEC BOOST D791SB-B15/D462SB-B12, front 15110mm, rear 148*12mm, 28-28H=119usd ·Pilla 1423 Spokes, Black (28+28+spare 2)*0.6=34.8usd ·SAPIM Nipples (28+28+spare 2)*0.4=23.2usd ·Wheel assembly cost 20usd/pair Total: 467usd/pair

The shipping fee to Canada for a frame + a set of wheels is 150USD, and you need to clear customs yourself."

Any recommendations or advice on lightweight (compact) bike covers?

I keep my bike under a roof at home but I'm thinking about getting a cover that I can take with me to protect the bike when it's parked up while I'm out.

Something compact would be ideal, so it doesn't take up too much space in my pannier but weight is less of a concern since I put an electric motor on the bike. It won't be getting used every day either, so it wouldn't need to be bomb-proof. I'd like to keep the whole bike dry ideally but the biggest concern is keeping the battery and controller on my frame dry as I'm not sure how water-resistant they are.

cross-posted from: https://feddit.org/post/34653406

After so much elbow ~~oil~~ grease (thank you @Mouselemming@sh.itjust.works ), this is the result I'm proud of: A working Graziella, ready to take me around Salento (area in Pulia, south of Italy)(maybe that's too much... maybe I'll move just in the town 😅)

There is still quite some rust, but the pedals flow and the brakes work well (enough).

Do you know this old folding-bike style? The original one was called Graziella, in the '60s, and then all the Italian manufacturers produced their version. But I think it's not known outside of Italy. Cheap, sturdy, practical... The old ones sell for a good price, if in good state (not this one 🙃 )

Also a picture while I was restoring it:

crosspostated from: https://social.tchncs.de/users/lgsp/statuses/117150575857916610

I recently was given a Yose Power e-bike and I'm having trouble getting it working. I got the battery charged up and the display shows my speed when I'm riding, but when I operate the thumb throttle I don't feel any assistance or extra speed. The wires appear to be all connected per the manual I found online and the battery indicator shows a full charge. I have the key and tried turned fully both directions. Any help or ideas would be greatly appreciated, thanks in advance

cross-posted from: https://lemmy.blahaj.zone/post/46899987

tape will solve anything

I recently electrified my beloved steel tourer, and the extra speed combined with worsening road surface in my area is making me want a bit more comfort. Getting older might be a factor as well 😛

Has anyone tried suspension seatposts? Are they effective? Are there any downsides, besides a small amount of extra weight?

Beautiful weather today. Slightly overcast, no rain, not too hot, not too windy, perfect for bicycling.

Number of bicycles seen on the local road: Zero other than my own. Number of vehicles powered by infernal combustion engines: About three million, only two of which gave the impression that they were trying to kill me.

All I ask is that when I'm inevitably struck down by an SUV, someone puts up one of those little dead bicyclist monuments at the side of the road, that it might serve for a season or two as yet another little reminder of how stupid is the Canadian habit of driving everywhere you go every day of the year and then complaining incessantly about the high price of gasoline.

Do you have any creative ideas on how to reuse old tires? I have some at the end of their life and I think that throwing them away would result in them not being recycled anyway. Any ideas for inner tubes is welcome too

Edit: Thank you everyone for the answers. For those who want a summary, the suggestions are chain stay protection, edge bumper, water insulation, rubber bands, hanger for repair, elastic fastener, fenders and finger stalls for fishing (or throw them in the fire place)

I'm looking for a new bicycle to replace my stolen gravel bike, and one of the options I have is a 12,6kg full CrMo steel framed gravel / trekking bike that seems cheap and robust enough. My only concern is that my previous bike was 9-10 kilos, with an aluminium body and carbon fork, and it rode really well, so i'm a bit worried it might not be as fun on longer rides.

So that got me thinking: how much weight could I reduce by switching from a steel fork to a carbon fork, and how easy is it to do it myself? Would it be worth it?

About 5 years ago I broke my frame. A whole bunch of life changes happened and there was no urgency to replace it. But I have been watching marketplace - I'm in a remote rural area so there's very little lugged steel frame activity.

Last week an old Colnago Sport came up for a very reasonable price and I bought it:

Saddle, stem, bars and rear wheel from my old bike, other bits came with the "new" one.

I'm nearly 60 and wasn't really expecting to ride it - it's more a nostalgia thing. But I went for a short test ride and it feels great. I may actually spend some time on it.

And don't worry - I'm not under any delusion that I have a great Italian icon - I know the "Sport" model is Colnago in brand only. But for my purposes, it's perfect.

I adjusted the indexing cable to wrong direction, ended up getting the derailleur stuck in the wheel and bent off. I am a moron, I know.

Now, I obviously need to replace the derailleur hanger, how about the chain and can you see any damage on the rest of the derailleur? The pulleys spin just fine, cable seems fine. Is there any specific damage I should look for?

The perfect bike for a short torso/ long legs body!