r/bicycling • u/AutoModerator • Dec 08 '24
Daily Cyclist Thread
The Daily Cyclist Thread is a place where everyone in the /r/bicycling community can come and ask questions or share anything.
You might have questions that you don't think deserve an entire post. Perhaps you're just seeking the input of some other cyclists. Maybe you want to share a picture of your new bike.
Anyone is free to comment, and (hopefully) get as much input as possible from other cyclists.
r/bicycling • u/GonzoVeritas • 1h ago
This is what's left of a bicycle in a driveway after the LA fires rolled through.
r/bicycling • u/TmickyD • 3h ago
After cycling on and off my whole life, I completed my first half century today! Unfortunately my watch died 30 miles into the ride so it doesn't count.
r/bicycling • u/Jelleeley • 4h ago
It's very cold out there Red. Can we do it? Yes we can.
Freezing conditions in the UK this week. I didn't realise how much I hate the trainer.
r/bicycling • u/PassionateCowRotater • 6h ago
Swinger bike in progress
I had two child bikes laying around, so i decided to make a swingbike out of them. The main fun, as you can see, that the frame "swings" on a fork bearing in front of the seat. I tried it, it is actually pretty easy to use, and can do some crazy tight turns, and surprising angles. (If you are crafty, look it up on YouTube, the head angle, and the "swing" angle is important to get right!) I recommend it to every thrill seeking bicyclists, it is great fun!
r/bicycling • u/johnmflores • 4h ago
Beautiful Sunny 38F day for a ride
galleryOzark Trail G.1 Explorer is my winter vibe. Stock Kenda tires did great in the snow. Pogies for the win.
r/bicycling • u/Hot_Dimension_2090 • 8h ago
Any bikes under 500 dollars that can handle an 80 mile ride in flat urban roads?
Planning to
r/bicycling • u/ThunnnderMuscle • 2h ago
Helmet question for my fellow baldies
I recently bought a new helmet with much better ventilation than my previous one, but I'm worried about leaving a helmet patterned burn / tan. Should I be? I usually wear a hat for sweat but was hoping the improved ventilation would mean I didn't need to.
r/bicycling • u/red5cat • 3h ago
what 700 tire size is fastest?
i am an old man. back in my day, i rode on 700x20 tires at 125 psi because we believed narrow is faster. these days, you whipper snappers have figured out that narrow does not mean faster. so my question is..... assuming the same brand and model of tire, which 700 size is fastest? i am guessing 700x28? throw an old geezer a bone, will ya?
r/bicycling • u/Senior_Cheesecake155 • 6h ago
Trainer compatible axle nut
My kids want to use their bikes (yes, they’re cheap, don’t judge) bikes on our trainers. Are there nuts out there that can swap with these to make them work on the trainer?
r/bicycling • u/corpsevomit • 2h ago
Ass training
As I train indoors, I ride in unpadded lightweight compression shorts. The plan is to toughen up my ass for repeated long days on the saddle. (I usually ride with gel/chamois)
Make sense?
r/bicycling • u/Intelligent_Hat3321 • 17h ago
Which is the best country you've ridden in? And why?
I'll start... Tenerife was fun! 10x better than the UK anyway.. 😅
r/bicycling • u/ileftinsta • 2h ago
Deep dive into the Magene QED electronic groupset
youtu.beThe only place you need to find out everything you need to know about the Magene QED electronic groupset.
r/bicycling • u/HolgerIsenberg • 2h ago
STAN bicycle airbag?
Has anyone heard about the Stan bicycle airbag by french startup In & Motion the recent year? They announced it about 2 years ago but last activity on social media I see is from 2023.
It's a combined head + vest airbag in a backpack. The head part appears to be quite similar to now out of business swedish Hovding (Hövding) whose company assets have been sold finally in 2024.
https://www.instagram.com/stan_airbag
https://newatlas.com/bicycles/in-motion-stan-bicycle-airbag-backpack
r/bicycling • u/deadbannana • 22h ago
NBD for a friend!
galleryPicked up an old Nishiki that had drop bars and old dia compe brake calipers and levers. They clean up nicely!
r/bicycling • u/Plate04249 • 3h ago
Winter gear head to toe
Looking for recommendations for winter gear from head to toe. I want to be able to ride when it is above 30F and when the wind is below 20mph. Nothing fancy but really want what works under these conditions. Hacks also welcome. I only ride for exercise and do not commute. Worse than that weather, I will just go to the gym.
Any advice is appreciated!
r/bicycling • u/sackcloth_and_ashes • 4h ago