tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2514589635991570772.post4966399461631977287..comments2024-03-16T04:19:22.484-04:00Comments on Urban Simplicity: Planning for Winter, Prepping the Mule, its New Chain Guard, and How I got itJoe Georgehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/04896010205120222575noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2514589635991570772.post-19609344883093730372010-10-14T14:07:22.120-04:002010-10-14T14:07:22.120-04:00I smiled because I regularly purchase things from ...I smiled because I regularly purchase things from the folks at Niagra. They have a great selection online and competitive prices. I would prefer to purchase locally but the one in my neck of KY woods is simply horrendous.<br /><br />Look forward to seeing the pictures of the mounted chain guard.Premodern Blokehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05341688338690161075noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2514589635991570772.post-54892023412719622212010-10-13T21:44:34.557-04:002010-10-13T21:44:34.557-04:00Mankan & Big Smile...you guys have convinced m...Mankan & Big Smile...you guys have convinced me. I've been contemplating getting studded tire for a couple years and I think it's finally time...next paycheck. Thanks for you comments.Joehttp://citysimplicity.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2514589635991570772.post-14029281014390079212010-10-13T01:21:18.217-04:002010-10-13T01:21:18.217-04:00Joe, having actually two sets of studded tires, a ...Joe, having actually two sets of studded tires, a set of Nokian Hakka for my 700c-wheels, and a pair of Conti Spikeclaw240 for my 26", i must say that they are worth every penny. During icy conditions they feel bomb-proof. http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_abJfqlRRZB4/SykYmxbFxFI/AAAAAAAAEsE/FwYuXHte3e0/s320/20091216265.jpgVelonaviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01156160887751075904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2514589635991570772.post-38342475268138713092010-10-12T21:46:16.277-04:002010-10-12T21:46:16.277-04:00Big Smile,
I actually have one of the metal straps...Big Smile,<br />I actually have one of the metal straps that you showed in your link. I use it when I ride the Mundo. I wanted the chain guard for my winter bike. I've found that the Mundo, despite it's size and weight is not that good in the snow and ice. I've never tried the studded snow tires, though I've thought of it...Do you recommend them? Are they worth the money?Joehttp://citysimplicity.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2514589635991570772.post-56037577249118571452010-10-11T05:26:16.551-04:002010-10-11T05:26:16.551-04:00http://tinyurl.com/2g7njzk
This is all I do to kee...http://tinyurl.com/2g7njzk<br />This is all I do to keep my pants clean.<br />Works most of the time.<br />It is a ribbon made of steel like a spring, that wraps around the leg.<br />I don't like chainguards. The last one I tried many years ago didn't really work together with a front derailer.<br />But I am thinking of a chainguard, just to protect the chain from water and dirt. But the SKS you show won't do this.<br /><br /><br />After I rode through last winter, I sold my car this summer.<br />I have a pair of studded Nokian tires for my trekking bike and a pair of Continental Spike Claw 120 for the Mundo.<br />I need studded tires because I have to ride daily with my two daughters. And the extra weight of about 55 kg makes it a bit hard to stop on snow.<br />And I wouldn't even try to ride the Mundo on Fat Frank tires in the snow!the_big_smilehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09134978592562433358noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2514589635991570772.post-86443003775212099542010-10-09T20:41:41.197-04:002010-10-09T20:41:41.197-04:00John,glad to hear you ride year round...it is a ch...John,glad to hear you ride year round...it is a challenge but it can be fun also...and I'd much rather ride in the snow than the rain. I thought about getting a Breezer at one point they seem really nice. Have you had it long? how does it ride? The only bike I have with an internal hub (5-speed) is my Dahon folder...I enjoy it but can not seem to get it adjusted correctly...I usually end up using it as a 2-speed; low and high. As far as the chain guard it is really nice but I can't tell you what a pain it was to install...I had never removed (and replaced) the crank and bottom bracket before and I can tell you it was no easy task on my old Trek. Anyhow, thanks for the comments.Joehttp://citysimplicity.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2514589635991570772.post-18067279873483173182010-10-09T00:50:35.266-04:002010-10-09T00:50:35.266-04:00I bought the same version, although my local cycle...I bought the same version, although my local cycle shop had it in stock. I was very impressed with the quality. However, before I had time to put it on my old bicycle, I bought a Breezer with a full chain case! It is now at home waiting to be put on my dad's hybrid bicycle, so that he can use it with pants on. I also have a front fender for him to put on that will help.<br /><br />Being as I am further north than you (Plattsburgh, NY) ;) I do bicycle in the cold snow, although if I have the chance to take a bus or ride into town I take it, but I still ride in town from uni- to work at the coop to the bike shop and back.<br /><br />The breezer has full fenders and the chain case and as such an internal 8 speed hub. Works great :)John in NHhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07124328678630889953noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2514589635991570772.post-29247834895800843562010-10-08T01:02:39.450-04:002010-10-08T01:02:39.450-04:00Joe, there´s always Google translate ;-)Joe, there´s always Google translate ;-)Velonaviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01156160887751075904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2514589635991570772.post-12635816638348486132010-10-07T22:26:07.815-04:002010-10-07T22:26:07.815-04:00Amrita, Thanks for subscribing...I look forward to...Amrita, Thanks for subscribing...I look forward to future correspondence and posts on your blog.<br /><br />Mankin, yes I know what you mean about the look, but over the years I've started to think more about practicality than how it looks. I mounted the chain guard today and there will be photos forthcoming. Nice blog, BTW...too bad I don't understand Swedish. Thanks for your comments.Joehttp://citysimplicity.blogspot.com/noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2514589635991570772.post-71671854464161375902010-10-07T01:31:43.445-04:002010-10-07T01:31:43.445-04:00Hi Joe!
I don´t have a chainguard on any of my bi...Hi Joe!<br /><br />I don´t have a chainguard on any of my bikes. Why? I guess because of the look, haven´t found one that I like. So I end up with tucking my pants into my socks, or I fold them. Have a pair of snug-fitting overpants I use during winter so it´s not really an issue. I ride year-round; http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_abJfqlRRZB4/S69rbmIT1wI/AAAAAAAAE0c/RKHYEu128sU/s320/20100328018.jpgVelonaviahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01156160887751075904noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2514589635991570772.post-66414075280348757922010-10-06T23:53:20.342-04:002010-10-06T23:53:20.342-04:00Hi Joe thanks for linkin g me on your side b...Hi Joe thanks for linkin g me on your side bar. I hav e become your follower.<br /><br />I have never ridden a bike due to my disabilities, but I like reading about the,Amritahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04887884977787790642noreply@blogger.com