Cycling

Many of my friends who know me say that I am a bicycle freak. It's true though. I like to ride my bike down the hill a lot with my riding buddies. However, people keep asking me isn't dangerous or scary to do that kind of sport? I replied, I think riding downhill on your bicycle is just as dangerous as playing soccer or hockey or rugby as you could get hurt as well or even break your body parts from doing those sports. So, what do you guys think about extreme mountain biking, if you ever seen or tried it before?

2007-04-10 21:16:32 · 5 answers · asked by downhill pilot 2

I broke the chain on my husbands bike. Are they easy to mend? I wouldn't know where to start.

2007-04-10 20:50:10 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

The seat cover was stored in a very dusty drafty shed. Dusting didn't remove enough to keep it from ruining a pair of light colored pants.

2007-04-10 18:41:40 · 4 answers · asked by kitkatt_purr 1

Thinkin bout buyin a bike, but concern bout my weight and the bike supporting my weight.

2007-04-10 17:12:25 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

i have a set of IRC mibro 2.25" tires on my bike right now. is there a more high performance tire to use for XC racing that has a very sticky tread and doesnt way a lot? i need something that gonna keep me stuck to the ground while taking fast corners.

2007-04-10 16:22:21 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I have a 2006 hardrock sport disc frame . Does any one know ? Its in pretty good condition only had it for 4 months.It comes with derailer and headset?Any ideas

2007-04-10 16:13:40 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

im just looking for an online store that sells Specialized gear and apparel. i wanted to buy some clothes/gear, but the Spec website doesnt have my size or colors.
im heading to my local Spec dealer for a look, but they wont have things like hats and t-shirts.

2007-04-10 15:37:40 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am brand new to cycling and I just bought a pair of Specialized carbon cycling shoes. I tried them on in the store and they felt fine, after 2 minutes on my bike, the sides of my feet began to ache (they still ache) just like the aches I used to get from wearing my skates. The pain is on the side of my foot opposite the arch. I can't distinguish if it is a muscle, tendon or ligament pain but it feels like my feet have been squeezed. Common sense suggests to me that the shoes aren't wide enough, but, they are amongst the wider pairs I tried, and my foot isn't wide. The pain was so bad, it made me end my ride after 10 km although I wanted to keep going. I used to think that it was normal for skates to hurt and just put up with it, but now I'm questioning whether it is normal or if it's improper fit.
My feet aren't used to any cycling shoe (I'm seriously brand new... Those were the first 10 km i've ever rode in a cycling form) Yes I was fitted on the bike I purchased but not with shoes

2007-04-10 15:13:57 · 10 answers · asked by peptones75 1

I found my stolen bike after almost 6 months. It needs a new chain and maybe a tune up. It also has some dents in the top tube, almost like someone nailed it with a hammer a couple times. They aren't real deep or anything just dented in a little.
Is that really bad or not that big of a deal?

2007-04-10 14:06:40 · 6 answers · asked by bfine107 2

I am looking get a new bike to ride to work. It's about a 13 miles one way and there are some hills. I am currentally looking at the Cannondale Bad Boy Ultra and the Trek 7.6FX. Does anyone have any experience with either of these bikes? I tested a road bike but there is no way I am going to get one of them. I hate everything about them. Can someone please help me with any recomendations?
Thank you.

2007-04-10 13:04:03 · 5 answers · asked by vmaxflame 2

I was told a Bianchi Nirone would suit my needs best. Does anyone have any other suggestions and why?

2007-04-10 11:56:05 · 9 answers · asked by Alllan 1

looked@Fuji/Trek/Giant bikes.

2007-04-10 11:01:13 · 6 answers · asked by spin4ever 1

Where the chain connects to the back tire, it spins. Sometimes it will peddal and move the bike, then the other times it will spin freely.

2007-04-10 10:49:08 · 4 answers · asked by Addy K 1

I am looking for a mountain bike that has a full suspension, duel disk breaks, ez shift levers and easy to take off tires ….my budget is 300 give or take. I know with the features I want it should be $600 to start and it’s not that I don’t have the money… it’s just that I am not comfortable spending that kind of money on a bicycle right now. I have been looking at the Mongoose Blackcomb and the Schwinn S60 do you have any suggestions around my price range

2007-04-10 10:40:33 · 9 answers · asked by jdg 2

2007-04-10 10:14:13 · 2 answers · asked by Amonda 3

2007-04-10 10:06:05 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am coaching a middle school cycling team for an upcoming race. I myself cycle miles and miles and miles, and I know what a good average speed for distance is. These kids though are going to be doing tme trials, and a rely style race where the boys go 20 miles divided by 7, however I/they choose to swich off.

I have no idea what a good time for a lap or two around a track is? I may have some future cycling pros and not even know it! Could some time trialer out there give me some stats on this sort of thing??

2007-04-10 08:05:35 · 2 answers · asked by Lisa 3

2007-04-10 07:37:27 · 4 answers · asked by tellgaius 1

I mean, safty, orthopedic, bike hight to baby hight ratio, hip angle, widening the bike,high paddle VS low paddle,.......
Thank you in advance.

2007-04-10 07:15:00 · 1 answers · asked by Nikki 1

I am biking through Napa for 4 days at the end of the month, and have found, while training, that I tend to bruise easily "down there". Any suggestions to increase my comfort from the "saddle"?

2007-04-10 06:52:51 · 15 answers · asked by mommy 1

2007-04-10 06:25:18 · 3 answers · asked by longlinebrown 1

I'm looking to buy a decent bike to use in the city. What are some good brands to look into?

2007-04-10 05:41:38 · 6 answers · asked by OutdoorsBabe 3

I would like to make a recliner bike for my girl friend. Her father is a welder and i do design. Does anyone know of any good sites which have plans for recliner bikes.

2007-04-10 04:56:12 · 2 answers · asked by Lipiew 1

Does the front tire on this bike come off easily so it can be transported?

2007-04-10 04:05:49 · 3 answers · asked by Anonymous

I'm going on a 1000-mile charity tour in france/spain/portugal in summer with 3mates. We're being self sufficient (tents/bags etc) so can anyone with experience recomend which mode of carrying would be better? ta
Guessing if we go with trailer then prob go with one and take turns carrying the rest on racks.

2007-04-10 03:30:11 · 4 answers · asked by Seany Baby 1

I would ride it on pavement only and start out a couple miles
working my way to 10 miles. What kind of bicycle should i buy? A middle of the road priced. comfortable.

2007-04-10 03:22:57 · 5 answers · asked by sean 3

Does anybody have a good definition of the phrase "bike-a-thon"? I guess it was derived from the word marathon, but instead of walking or running, you ride a bicycle.
If anyone can get a dictionary definition, please provide a citation (include edition, year, page #, etc.). You can make great citations at http://www.easybib.com/. Thank you!

2007-04-10 03:03:02 · 6 answers · asked by Joshua Z 4

you have to learn how to keep your balance when your riding it

2007-04-10 00:54:09 · 9 answers · asked by Anonymous

I am picking up a new bicycle today, a 17.5" Gary Fisher Marlin. Will it fit in the back of my '05 Ford Explorer?

2007-04-10 00:49:22 · 6 answers · asked by Anonymous

Do I shove it in between the brakes? I just purchased a bike (Dahon Jack) and I have to mount the front tire. Do I need to remove the brakes?

2007-04-09 19:33:20 · 4 answers · asked by ai_nacco_2000 5