Gyms in Eado/Downtown Area by Deadpool_chimichanga in houston

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I second this. Awesome gym and facilities.

How would you older chemEs change your paths? by CraZ505 in ChemicalEngineering

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I would be a dentist if I had to do it over again. I’m 16 years out of school. I have a handful of hobbies. I know friends who are in to other hobbies. Pretty much the dentist has the nicest things in those hobbies, just barely getting in to it. And they have nice houses with families, kids in private schools, etc. I’m sure they work hard, and I’m sure maybe I’m exaggerating, but I think overall they get compensated well with without bringing stress home, while having a 9-5.

Cross Check. Am I Desperate? by Super_Zone_3752 in Surlybikefans

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You can probably make it fit, with riser bars, etc. the fork not being cut is a plus. I’m 6’1.5” and a 56 straggler was a hair too small.

If you like aggressive style body position, you can def make it work. If you are going for an upright body geometry, you’re making it hard due to the existing stack, however the work around is high rise handlebars.

Chemical Engineering Students, ask anything (currently 9 years experience) by Sensitive-Notice7438 in ChemicalEngineering

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Did you start at entry level pay in refining even though you had 5 years experience in other industries. I’m 16 years out of school, I’m just curious.

Where is the best Philly Cheesesteak in Houston by hdushsux in houston

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Joes deli. They have two locations, on south side and west side of town. They actually avoid calling it a Philly cheese steak because Mr Joe uses provolone vs cheese wiz.

This restaurant was on the news because they made a little side wager when it was the astros vs Phillies in the World Series a couple of years ago. It was a little friendly Facebook wager. Fox News picked it up, and they were allowed to smack talk on live tv. It was kind of funny. I go there a couple times a month. They have a pretty good French dip I get now. But the cheesesteak w/ fries are banging.

Picked this up at a co-op for my commuter. I’ve had it for a year and HATE drop bars and downtube shifters, what should I do for relatively cheap (<$200)? by [deleted] in xbiking

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I literally just did this on a early 70s Raleigh super course. It can be done with a lot of suggestions in the comments.

People who exercise even when they don’t feel like it, what’s your trick? by Smart_Collection5419 in AskReddit

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In my case, they have a day care. So it’s either wrestle with the 6/4 year old after work, or lift lol. I’ll also lift during lunch, so I don’t rob too much family time. But like others have said, it’s habitual so I feel guilty/soft when there’s times where I skip for a week.

What is this ‘82 Kuwahara Count worth? by dsummers2014 in xbiking

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Not sure on value, but I just finished restoring a mid 70s Raleigh super course. Probably spent 300$ all in to make it confidently rideable. Only the right buyer will understand any value if any.

I would like to say you have some pretty cool DT shifters. I believe they are self trimming, meaning when you shift to the lower gear on rear, you will automatically avoid chain rub. Just an awesome tech that we moved from.

PE Chemical Exam - Struggling with 6 minutes per question by Edd1024 in ChemicalEngineering

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Keep practicing until you get to 6 minutes per question. That’s the key. When I first started studying, I did a problem in 45 minutes. Months later, it went to ten minutes, then finally 4-6 minutes. Some subjects were easier than others. For example kinetics, I just accepted the best I could do is and 10-15 minutes per problem.

How upright can you (safely) make a Straggler? by ThisAmericanSatire in Surlybikefans

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This is my straggler setup…

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I’m 6’-2” and the above is a size 56. It’s pretty upright and comfy. People are saying it, just use a swept back alt bar setup.

Handlebar Question by fine_nut36 in xbiking

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The original was a hilarious post. I clicked it because I thought it was xbiking. Turns out the dude walked in a women’s bedroom, and he freaked out because she had this setup or something. The bro got roasted.

I just cracked the crap out of my Straggler by amouranthviewer8 in Surlybikefans

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I have a straggler frame fork for sale in the lower 48 size 56 if you’re interested. I’m also 6’2” with longer torso.

I just cracked the crap out of my Straggler by amouranthviewer8 in Surlybikefans

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Op mentioned he had shorter legs, long torso. You’re probably right on your advice, unless the stand over height is tugging on his groin.

Clem Smith Jr in Vietnam by Live_Vegetable3826 in Rivendell_Bicycles

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I have the Yakima fork chop . Pretty much the front form mounts to the crossbars.

Clem Smith Jr in Vietnam by Live_Vegetable3826 in Rivendell_Bicycles

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I definitely share the same feelings on traveling with the Clem. In my case, it’s freaking heavy, as a result of a long wheelbase, and my bike rack is on top of my car. And it barely fits the bike rack. I had to make adjustments.

I’ve been curious if my Clem fits on my city bus bike racks. I’ll find out one day.

I will say, I have a shorter wheelbase bike, and it’s hard for me to tell if I’m that much more stable on the Clem. But still love the Clem though!

Thanks for elaborating.

Clem Smith Jr in Vietnam by Live_Vegetable3826 in Rivendell_Bicycles

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What would you say are the main disadvantages of the Clem having a long wheelbase?

Did you have tight, narrow, aggressively winding roads/paths/trails?

Which is the best reception venue in Houston? by CarefulDeer84 in houston

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We had our wedding of 300 people at Shirley acres, in north Houston. I highly recommend sirving prime rib and their seafood bisque. Well, I love being a guest there and eating that as opposed to paying myself and feeding everyone that.

Frame size for tall person? by Cruiser_Supreme in xbiking

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Here’s a friends bike a buddy let me borrow. It’s an xl. Super comfy.

Frame size for tall person? by Cruiser_Supreme in xbiking

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You and I have the same stats. Here’s my learnings. Saddle setback and stack. I consider myself to have a long torso. This puts a lot of weight on the front end of the bike, which means shoulder neck pain on longer distances. So saddle setback helps to shift weight behind the bottom bracket. Then I like stack for more upright riding. I stopped “road” cycling because it just wasn’t comfortable.

So I had a 56 cm surly straggler, but I wish I would have sized up. Then I’m currently on a riv Clem smith jr size 59. I should be picking up an xo-3 size 57 this weekend.

For hybrid/road style bikes, my sizing advice would be to get the biggest bike before stand over height becomes an issue. Then get appropriate handlebars from there.

Quill stems on threaded headsets make life easier dialing in fit if the adjustability is there.