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Hi Xtracyclers, I'm thinking of adding some tunes to my ride, not unlike this set up on a conventional bike: http://tinyurl.com/7l48tfq Do any of you have...
3 Jun 18, 2012
4:38 pm

thom chiaramonte
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Hi folks I've been using a Stoked Xtracycle for over 5 years and love it. I've seen other electric-assist systems, but I still think this is close to if not...
2 Jun 18, 2012
2:59 pm

Cara Lin Bridgman
shokulan
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Hi there, I am just in process of electrifying a big dummy. I decided against the bionX system as I felt it was pretty expensive for what you get. I'm sure...
1 Jun 15, 2012
7:17 pm

Thaddeus Block
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Hi All, I am building up an XL Big Dummy with xtracycle racks/flight deck, and adding an electric assist system by way of front wheel hub motor. considering a...
9 Jun 12, 2012
11:08 am

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Hey Rootsies, I need to adjust the legs on my kickback but they've totally seized up. Any tips on getting them loose? I assume lots of WD-40, but is there some...
6 Jun 12, 2012
7:27 am

Neil Schneider
pacneil
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Hi all, Just posted my bike on eBay. $1200/make offer. http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=230806892107#ht_689wt_1141 more photos here: ...
1 Jun 10, 2012
11:44 pm

Greg
greg_araya
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I just pre-ordered a SideCar!...
8 May 29, 2012
5:45 pm

thom chiaramonte
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I have a year and a half old x for sale. It's disc brake compatible and is in excellent shape. I'll include the footsies, long loaders and bags for $250. Let...
3 May 28, 2012
7:13 am

trishfenton
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So glad we have Principals like this to strike fear in the heart of students as to how "DANGEROUS&quot; bike riding is. Wow, maybe they will never set foot on a...
1 May 27, 2012
10:52 am

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Long commute time linked with poor health, new study shows http://www.usatoday.com/news/health/story/2012-05-23/long-commute-poor-health/55162620/1...
1 May 27, 2012
10:49 am

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Quite a bust made in Oakland. http://sfist.com/2012/05/24/over_100_stolen_bicycles_recovered.php...
1 May 25, 2012
9:02 pm

Philip X. Diaz
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I'm considering an xtracycle for year-round use in Chicago, which means in Chicago winters. I've looked at the cargo cover video and it looks great for...
8 May 20, 2012
8:46 am

Dr. Michael Polsinelli
mpols1968
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The June issue of National Geographic features a 3 page foldout on Urban bike sharing. It starts on page 28. It primarily features London but several other...
1 May 19, 2012
5:24 am

Rich W
astronut1001
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Just added freeradical to my circa 1983 mountain bike and looking forward to adding racks. Being cheap, I was lookat at using 3/4" copper pie to make my own...
6 May 16, 2012
10:13 pm

Vince
vintagemotorad
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http://gomeansgo.org/2012/05/10/xtracycle-sidecar/ Xtracycle sidecar. Written by Ryan <http://gomeansgo.org/author/rschuetze/> on May 10, 2012. Posted in...
5 May 16, 2012
4:55 pm

Andrew Kreps
onewheelskyward
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Hey guys, I built a sidecar for my Dummy a few years ago. I made it from 3/4" EMT bent using a standard conduit bender. The design that I made hinged, but ...
1 May 16, 2012
11:40 am

Matt Rogers
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Possibly off subject but do you use headphones when riding and if so what kind? I note that several makers including Sony, Philips and Sennheiser make some...
23 May 16, 2012
12:56 am

Rich W
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Hi, i've bought a BD frame and am going to build it up myself. i have no parts yet and this is the first time i've built a bike. has anyone got any good...
4 May 15, 2012
2:37 pm

David Chase
dr2chase
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For those who use bike lighting or other electronics which uses AA or AAA NIMH batteries Sanyo has some improved versions of their low self discharge Eneloop...
3 May 12, 2012
6:13 am

Rich W
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so i know a lot of you will say 'that is nowhere near me', but i want to tell you all about a really fun(and possible world record breaking) event! on...
1 May 5, 2012
11:27 pm

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Forwarding for my friend Jas. Her ebike was stolen on Thursday in San Francisco. :-/ I know the chances of finding it are slim, but you never know. Philip ... ...
2 Apr 28, 2012
9:22 pm

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I realize this is a bit off subject. While riding home from a grocery run today on my Big Dummy I saw something I have not seen before. A 49cc scooter rider...
2 Apr 28, 2012
1:26 pm

David Chase
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Hi, I have to consider whether to patch or replace my old style Freeloaders. Can anyone offer a comparison against the New Freeloaders, please? To my eye, the...
4 Apr 17, 2012
3:01 pm

Andrew Kreps
onewheelskyward
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For any of you in the SoCal/Los Angeles area, the next CicLAvia is happening next Sunday April 15th. CicLAvia creates a temporary park for free, simply by...
3 Apr 16, 2012
5:33 am

Julio Alvarez
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After the last round of DIY passenger accessory drama I'm a little nervous to throw this out there (please note the sarcasm). and I won't even mention that...
2 Apr 16, 2012
2:43 am

rlwieneke
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DIY Stoker Bar Conversion,   So I have been hauling my 3 year old daughter around on the back of my Dummy for a few months (her mom was nervous she would fall...
39 Apr 13, 2012
10:44 pm

Sean Mullins
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The discussion regarding ways to carry kids has talked a bit about the ability to carry them while napping. When my kid gets a bit bigger and can talk, I like...
6 Apr 11, 2012
7:38 pm

wjemco
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Attention all long tail riders, This is a great fun ride to raise money for Children's Hospital. There is usually about 100 riders. You can ride 0 to 60 miles...
1 Apr 11, 2012
3:34 pm

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I have searched without much success, and I'm not willing to throw in the towel just yet. I picked one up from a local bike shop to see if I could make it...
1 Apr 11, 2012
3:09 am

jtrops
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I do a lot of "epic" grocery runs on my Dummy & I always seems to end up with no place to put bread, eggs or any other delicate items on the bike. This is...
5 Apr 10, 2012
6:19 pm

Steve
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