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- Mar 6th, '12, 21:08
- Forum: Bike Banter
- Topic: So I'v been meaning to do this for ages......
- Replies: 9
- Views: 1784
Re: So I'v been meaning to do this for ages......
Nice job on the paint job. I've always wanted to get a good spray gun set up to do some respraying. I know my wheels on my old bike could use some good sanding and painting.
- Mar 6th, '12, 20:26
- Forum: Mechanical
- Topic: Helmet life
- Replies: 20
- Views: 3563
Re: Helmet life
I usually get a new one every five years, sometimes more. I think the biggest thing I've always heard is to get a new one if you drop it or hit it from being in an accident. Even a drop could potentially cause some hairline fractures that could weaken the overall helmet. If you do drop it, I would c...
- Mar 6th, '12, 20:12
- Forum: Bike Banter
- Topic: Petition to change car test to include m/cycle awareness
- Replies: 7
- Views: 2057
Re: Petition to change car test to include m/cycle awareness
I think there needs to be cycle awareness as well as bicycle awareness. I don't think most car drivers know exactly how to treat motorcyclists and bicycle riders on the road. And I think many raise the risk of an accident happening because of negligence. I'm all for adding cycle awareness to the car...
- Mar 6th, '12, 20:09
- Forum: Bike Banter
- Topic: Heated Grips
- Replies: 23
- Views: 5752
Re: Heated Grips
There's been a couple times where I'd like to get heated grips. My gloves usually keep me pretty warm although I do like the idea of heated gloves. The ones I've seen cost a little bit of money which is holding me back. I guess if I find a good deal, I might bite and get some. Do they numb the hands...