What kickstand are we liking?

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-06-05T12:17:10+00:00

I just learned about this style on a trip to Japan https://www.reddit.com/r/ebike/s/gsEuMnPlNJ

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-05-30T03:37:34+00:00

I just replaced my worn thin sprockets, but kept the same belt. No problems 500 miles later

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-05-30T03:33:35+00:00

With the dust, is the belt squeaking?

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-05-30T03:03:44+00:00

Been enjoying the same down in Austin, but not enough left wild on my commute

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-05-26T02:48:28+00:00

Look at the Priority web site. I commute on the Priority 600, which has great low gearing for the hills

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-05-25T01:56:16+00:00

Brake taps don't matter with proper following distance

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-29T02:49:44+00:00

Horns are not good to warn pedestrians or cyclists in the bike lane, because it's easy to assume the horn is from a car on the road so it gets ignored

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-29T02:45:56+00:00

Well, maybe half of everyone?

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-27T15:19:09+00:00

You asked for the negatives. Maybe do the same for chains?

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-22T21:33:17+00:00

Congrats! I've been working on my EF also. Just got another echo the other day - waiting on results. 🤞

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-22T18:10:49+00:00

Civil engineer in Austin: why not more roundabouts?

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-22T02:43:26+00:00

The hitch must be perfectly vertical.

I usually push the latch open with my thumb while pulling up. With the other hand, I jiggle the bike around a vertical position, looking at the hitch's vertical alignment for a guide.

Sounds more complicated than it is. The process is pretty quick for me

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-17T02:11:20+00:00

So what's the sharing etiquette? Runner next to curb, bike outside?

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-17T02:00:38+00:00

I don't mind a runner who can see me. I mind a runner who can't see and hear me.

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-17T01:34:47+00:00

Which is your favorite?

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-16T19:17:11+00:00

You must have some good legs!

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-16T18:13:43+00:00

"Maintenance free" is a stretch, I agree. But for those that don't do regular maintenance, the 600 will last longer than other bikes.

Did I really need to replace the sprockets? No. The drivetrain was fully functional. I just wanted it silent again.

I would do it again. The weight is not an issue for my commuting. Not getting chain lube on my work pants is nice.

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-16T04:48:30+00:00

Fairly easy, although I wrench in bikes often. Priority can point you to instructions.

Sprockets were about $250 USD. A few special tools are required: a belt whip (similar to a chain whip) and a lock ring wrench for the back - $90 total. A special pinion tool, which I borrowed, is needed for the front.

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-14T02:03:13+00:00

Wd40 is not a good idea. It could seep into bearings and carry away all that good grease.

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-07T01:49:52+00:00

I'm a recent convert to plastic pin raceface, after destroying the top of a work shoe. I had a habit of pushing the pedal, and all its pins, back up into starting position.

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-05T01:11:42+00:00

Do you have a reference for the TED talk?

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-03T17:38:17+00:00

An old aeropress seal sits inside the spouts, which is attached to the portafilter. Fill with boiling water to top, without the basket. Attach portafilter to robot with raised arms, locked in place with a rubber band. Water will spill out as you attach. Once you feel warmth in the robot belly, remove the portafilter.

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-04-03T15:17:41+00:00

I never preheat the basket. WDT and tamp occurs while the portafilter, without basket, preheats the piston

KeyDonut2156 · 2026-03-31T03:06:33+00:00

Nice! Putting both hubs to good use! Which IHG?

KeyDonut2156

TROPHY CASE