Showing posts with label bike gear. Show all posts
Showing posts with label bike gear. Show all posts

2/04/2011

Mirrycle Incredibell Bar End Bicycle Bell (Brass) Review

Mirrycle Incredibell Bar End Bicycle BellIf you are buying this to save bar space and still be able to warn feeble elders as you pass them on rail-trails forget it.Wayyyyyyyy too quiet, you are almost better off clicking your brake lever.The bell also dings as you hit bumps, which is very annoying.Sad because it is a good idea and a high quality bell.

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Product Description:
Incredibell Bar End Bells fit most road and mountain handlebars and many bar-ends.*Bar-End Bell fits most road and mountain handlebars and many bar-ends

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12/07/2010

Mirrycle Incredibell Clever Lever Bicycle Bell (Black) Review

Mirrycle Incredibell Clever Lever Bicycle BellGood little bell. Looks well constructed, and matches black handlebars well. The bell dings in a 1-2 fashion - when you pull the lever and release it. Moderately loud from my riding position, though I have had pedestrians not notice my bell a number of times, which might not be the fault of the bell. I prefer the classic continuous bell tone, though, so if you are a fan of that you might want to steer away from this one.

The clever lever is a nifty feature that allows you to orient the lever's starting position anywhere you want, but one gripe about it is the long travel of the lever to get it to chime. In urgent situations when the bell is needed that travel gets in the way.

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Incredibell Clever Lever has an adjustable position lever.

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9/27/2010

Electra Bicycle Bell (Ding Dong Chrome Plated) Review

Electra Bicycle BellThis is the fourth bike bell I've had in the past year.The first was the unsatisfactory bell you get on a new bike.The second broke in an accident and the third sounded bad and wasn't loud.As I regularly ride on shared paths I bought the biggest and loudest bell I could find so the elderly and those with iPods jammed in their ears have a chance of hearing me.

There are two Electra ding-dong bells:80mm (which I have) and 60mm, which has a higher tone.

Cons - not really a con but it's a BIG bell.It's very obvious and takes up considerable bar space.I'm not sure the fittings are rust-proof.

Pros - it's loud with a high-low ding-dong chime like a door bell. It's a comparatively deep tone: melodious and resonant. It can be heard 100 metres away - plenty of time to warn pedestrians.It gives a pleasant, timely warning.In fact just in the past week two joggers called out "Nice bell!" after me.That's the best recommendation you could have.

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Product Description:
Ding Dong Bell CP

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9/21/2010

Wald 933 Front Mesh Quick Release Bicycle Basket (13 x 9.75 x 9, Black, 13X9.75X9) Review

Wald 933 Front Mesh Quick Release Bicycle BasketI'd been searching a robust bike basket for my wife's 24" mountain bike. My criterion are:

1. should be able to carry at least 15 children books (we go to library once a week.) each book is about 12 in. * 10 in.
2. Should be abile to carry grocery (one gallon milk, 6 banana, some bread, cookies.)
3. should be able to attach/detach in one-hand (my wife carries our 3-yr daughter in the back seat.)
4. There are several bumps in our community, this basket should not pitch or loose while over these bumps.
5. Still be able to mount a front flash light in the handle bar while the basket is secured in the handle bar.

I've tested some baskets purchased in walmart, sport authority, REI, local bike store. Only this Wald basket (I purchased it via Amazon) does it all!

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Product Description:
Similar in size to our traditional 133 and 3133 baskets, the new 933 mesh basket provides secure transportation for the smallest cargo. An improved contoured handle provides a comfortable grip and retains the same quick-release use provided by the originals. The 933 also uses the same holder as our popular 3133 model, and is now easier to install thanks to the addition of stake nuts to the handlebar clamps.

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9/13/2010

Wald 520 Rear Twin Bicycle Carrier Basket (13.5 x 6.25 x 11) Review

Wald 520 Rear Twin Bicycle Carrier Basketi got these baskets off craigslist but these are exactly what i have, with all the same parts.

The biggest issue for me was successfully installing the baskets onto my bike. maybe if i wasn't just a regular ol commuter but a bike tech, or superman, i'd be able to get them on. i have an 18.5" Jamis commuter. the main problem is not the "legs" that attach near the wheel, but attaching the parts at the bottom of the seatpost. it has so far been impossible because once attached, the attachment prevents the back brakes from functioning.in the process of trying to attach, i've scratched up some paint on my bike.

i went to a local bike shop and someone there thankfully devised a solution for $5. i love the baskets!

thus, while i recommend the baskets, you should know that depending on your bike, you might run into a little trouble installing

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Product Description:
These timeless rear rack and basket combinations allow transport of longer boxes or heavier items on the rear of the bike where greater load stability can be achieved. Newspapers, large overnight express boxes, or long-stem bouquets sit easily in the deep baskets and can be secured to the wires if necessary. The carriers also offer a wired platform extending over the rear wheel for additional cargo capacity.

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8/11/2010

Wald 585 Rear Bicycle Basket (14.5 x 9.5 x 9) Review

Wald 585 Rear Bicycle BasketBuying my third Wald 585. I now have one on each of my families bikes. Very unique basket for rear rack mounting.Received a lot of positive comments on this basket from others who saw it.Great for groceries, backpack, computer case, etc.

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The Wald 585 rear basket sits atop your rear rack.Perfect for hauling full-sized grocery bags, small laptop bags, spare clothes, or maybe even storing your helmet while parked.

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