The message is getting out there in blog-land. ... http://greatgreengadgets.com/gadgets/2007/03/31/sport-utility-bicycle-sub/ Sport Utility Bicycle (S.U.B.)...
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Susan
motthebug
Apr 2, 2007 7:26 pm
Darned cool! I posted a reply to add to the effect. (Not only is it out there, but people notice maybe?) So. Here's my problem. I made a key lime pie with a...
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Ellen Stoune Duralia
digistoune
Apr 2, 2007 7:38 pm
Uuumm! Key Lime pie... My favorite! Ok, to get it to where you need to go, first get one of those Tupperware cake containers. Run a kitchen towel around the...
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Jeff Youngstrom
jeffyoungstrom
Apr 2, 2007 8:26 pm
... The tupperware trick sounds pretty good. This is one of the few problems I have with carrying stuff on my xtracycle. It's perfect for stuff that doesn't...
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Todd Fahrner
toddfahrner
Apr 2, 2007 8:57 pm
... Just carry an extra-long compression strap to lash any old thing to the deck. when i go over 4 overstuffed grocery bags i pack the rest in a box and lash...
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Jeff Youngstrom
jeffyoungstrom
Apr 2, 2007 9:25 pm
... That works fine when you've got something with some structural integrity or there's a reasonably sized box handy. I'm thinking of things like buying a cake...
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Kipchoge Spencer
kipchogenotkip
Apr 2, 2007 9:53 pm
the rack elevators are 4 sets of 2 plastic parts. one part gets pounded into the rack with a soft hammer or such, and the other piece screws into it much like...
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Juergen Weichert
juergen@...
Apr 2, 2007 10:24 pm
Me and my Xtracycle in the news this morning - The radio interview was mainly on electric bikes but for the photos I rode my assisted Xtracycle bike. Podcast...
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Susan
motthebug
Apr 2, 2007 11:57 pm
Do, please do!!! Hmmm.... how many bungees do I have.... ... to the deck. when i go over ... the deck. See, e.g., http://...
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Pete.B
hijustmepete
Apr 3, 2007 12:46 am
I've found that the SUB Cooler (we call it an Esky* here in Australia) is perfect for getting a couple of medium pizzas home while still hot. You bungee the...
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Susan
motthebug
Apr 3, 2007 1:11 am
Doh!!! I never did think well in three dimensions... I have one. However, the meringue is rather tall ( http://www.resourceroom.net/pcc/piefinished.jpg ) but...
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Cara Lin Bridgman
shokulan
Apr 3, 2007 12:24 pm
In Taiwan, they used to deliver incredible angel-food meringue confections on the backs of motorbikes. They had a contraption with a swing that hung with...
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David Chase
dr2chase
Apr 3, 2007 1:18 pm
It ought not be too hard to put something together with thin PVC. 3/4-inch PVC's a little floppy, but it fits through the horizontal tubes fore-and-aft, you...
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Ryano
ryanotokyo
Apr 3, 2007 1:56 pm
Ate you kidding? They still do this everywhere in Japan. Just tried to find a photo online, but I couldn't. Must remember to take a photo next time...
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Someone Else
slew_footing
Apr 3, 2007 5:09 pm
I got a cargo net to use on the back of my snapdesk for any odd-shaped objects needing transport. I've used it plenty of time in combination with 2 (yes 2)...
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mcbraniff
Apr 7, 2007 1:51 am
Using an Xtracycle for cyclo-touring WITH BACKPACKS (NOT PANNIERS) I'm looking to go on an extended touring expedition (road and some off-road) WITH BACKPACKS...
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Juergen Weichert
juergen@...
Apr 7, 2007 2:21 am
Perhaps I don't fully understand the question, but I would just put one backpack in each side of the Freeloader. When you arrive pull out the backpacks, lock...
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Ryano
ryanotokyo
Apr 7, 2007 2:32 am
I use a Timbuk2 messenger bag. One like this: http://www.timbuk2.com/tb2/retail/catalog.htm?categoryId=84&skusetId=79 They are waterproof, so no hassles in...
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David Chase
dr2chase
Apr 7, 2007 3:13 am
I also don't see where the problem would be (60lbs total seems totally within reason, I've carried a 70lb kid with no real problems), but... ... An Xtracycle...
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mcbraniff
Apr 7, 2007 4:05 am
Hello Xtracycle Owners, I'm looking for a test ride of a Free Radical somewhere in the Bay Area. Anyone out there willing? Thanks for responding Sean in San...
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Christopher Palmer
ctp@...
Apr 7, 2007 5:19 am
I'm in Concord....email me if no one closer responds :) CTP ctp@......
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Tone
moonshinegraffx
Apr 7, 2007 6:49 am
McBraniff, David's point about potential issues of excess weight strain on the rear wheel is certainly a good one. On top of this though, I would also highly...
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David Chase
dr2chase
Apr 7, 2007 3:14 pm
On the other, other hand: I spoke to someone, don't recall who, who had been touring on a tandem, and they did it that way because the two riders were ...
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Michael Siminitus
easythinker69
Apr 7, 2007 11:56 pm
I've been having a ton of fun touring with my xtracycle through Mexico. I have a backpack on top of the snapdeck, sleeping bag and hammock (and water) on one...
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Cara Lin Bridgman
shokulan
Apr 8, 2007 11:24 am
... I ditto Juergen. Why do you need something special to haul backpacks? An xtracycle can haul ANYTHING -- that's why we got 'em, right? I frequently haul...
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mmoulton5
Apr 8, 2007 11:25 am
Hi, I bought two stoker stems and used the silver one with a standard size seat post as the bar. It is a Cinelli alloy tandem stem and the bar sizes it...
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John Brooking
johnbrooking4
Apr 9, 2007 10:51 am
I am not yet an Xtracycle owner, although I have been interested in the idea for some time. I have established a bicycle commuting club in the Portland, Maine...
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Pete.B
hijustmepete
Apr 9, 2007 12:39 pm
Actually a news piece on the trouble at the recent SF Critical mass ride but features an interview with Liam on his X on Market St. ...
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Pete B
hijustmepete
Apr 9, 2007 2:33 pm
From Spencer's Blog http://snwright.blogspot.com/2007/04/chupacabra.html Chupacabra <http://spencerwright.org/webgalleries/chupacabra/> ...
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trishfenton
Apr 9, 2007 8:31 pm
Hey there , got my extracycle last year - totally supports my way of life - love it . I'm thinking about doing a trip without flying and promoting it in a...
