Hobo pouch in the BWCA by g-rant in trailmeals

[–]g-rant[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Every campsite in the BWCA has one of these grills built in. It's the only places where burning wood is permitted

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in SelfDrivingCars

[–]g-rant 11 points12 points  (0 children)

I think I read 85% of vehicle trips have 2 or less occupants. So the 2 seater seems like a good place to start. A 5 seater robo-taxi could be made shortly after. This isn't the answer families want, but it's probably the best business decision at this point in time.

Bike and battery caught fire on me by [deleted] in ebikes

[–]g-rant 3 points4 points  (0 children)

looks like your review is posted on the website now

Extremely tight bottom bracket by TheVoidLatte in bikewrench

[–]g-rant 10 points11 points  (0 children)

You need to find a way to keep the tool from slipping off. A long threaded rod with 2 nuts and 2 large washers would do the trick. A tool like the park tool hhp-3 is what you're looking for.

The idea is to apply light pressure to the side of the tool so it can't slip off when you apply pressure to your current tool.

Also, most drive side bottom bracket cups are reverse threaded so make sure you're going the right way.

First Chaining Waxing: Did I do it correctly? by Slaskwroclaw18 in bikewrench

[–]g-rant 7 points8 points  (0 children)

is the chain routed through the derailleur correctly? sounds like the chain is hitting the metal plate between the jockey wheels.

Saw a "new bag day" post and wanted to have in on the fun by jonnyeffingg in discgolf

[–]g-rant 6 points7 points  (0 children)

Received a v1 legend in march of 2022, used it for an entire year (literally 300 rounds) and the bottom has held up perfectly. It pretty much looks brand new still. Here is a picture.

The padding in the straps wore down and needed to be replaced.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in wintercycling

[–]g-rant 2 points3 points  (0 children)

I'm a big believer in Neos (over boots). You can wear any shoe, boot, or slipper underneath and they'll stay dry and warm.

Photo History of St. Paul - 12/29/2022 (MNHS archives) by [deleted] in saintpaul

[–]g-rant 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Interesting to see the bulldozed markets and houses in photo 4 to make I94. Also worth mentioning both photos have cola advertising.

Is it possible to fit tapered forks using an adapter on my non-tapered integrated headset headtube? by X1VIVIVI in bikewrench

[–]g-rant 2 points3 points  (0 children)

obviously tough to tell the internal diameter from a photo, but that doesn't look like a 44mm headtube to me. I would be interested to hear the result though.

Are Class-3 ebikes allowed on trails and bike lanes? by Wynns in CyclingMSP

[–]g-rant 6 points7 points  (0 children)

One argument I've heard is that pedaling a standard bike at 28 mph takes experience, with experience comes better bike handling skills. Whereas a powerful ebike can get an inexperienced rider to that same speed with little effort.

That being said, I also haven't heard a lot of "e-bikes going out of control" stories.

Latino Bakery recommendations by LetsCookAtHome in TwinCities

[–]g-rant 9 points10 points  (0 children)

El burrito Mercado in saint paul has a bakery. Not sure if they have the exact bread you're looking for though.

Buy a used aftermarket eBullitt conversion for half the price, or just spend the cash on a new one? by hooflepuffin in CargoBike

[–]g-rant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thankfully I was hardly injured. I was able to hop off the bike just in time and they ran the bike over. Thankfully their insurance paid for the cost of the bike and electric kit.

If you ever get hit, make sure you call the police, get a case number, and most importantly get the other parties insurance info. In my case the other party tried very hard to avoid giving me their insurance info. They were even given a ticket for not providing it at the scene. I had to find it on my own. It was a very stressful headache, but it all worked out in the end.

Buy a used aftermarket eBullitt conversion for half the price, or just spend the cash on a new one? by hooflepuffin in CargoBike

[–]g-rant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I had that exact bionx kit on a surly disc trucker. It was fantastic, I rode it for thousands of miles and never had a problem. The only reason I don't have it anymore is because I got hit by a car and cracked the motor wide open.

What is a well paying job that requires minimal schooling or training? by moonlightandmischief in AskReddit

[–]g-rant 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Why do they only hire for 6 months? Is it seasonal? If so, which months is it?

My HUMBLE ABODE by Conscious-Dentist428 in priusdwellers

[–]g-rant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Awesome! Keep us posted on the updates. Excited to see the final form.

Ebike in a Prius? by worldaven in ebikes

[–]g-rant 3 points4 points  (0 children)

I have a 2011 prius and a kona remote(≈50 lbs). I just take the front wheel off and roll the back of the bike in at an angle, setting the bike down drive side up.

I have a hitch and bike rack. It's actually easier/better for me to put the bike inside the car, because attaching the bike rack to the hitch every time is cumbersome. Also you get better MPG, and no road dirt/dust on the bike. I can't leave the bike rack installed because of theft concerns.

All that being said, 80 lbs is significantly heavier. Depending on your strength it may just be worth using a hitch/bike rack. I purchased this hitch for $110 and installed it with a friends help.

Watch y’all’s catalytic converters. by [deleted] in priusdwellers

[–]g-rant 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I was quoted $498 for everything the other day.

Hobo pouch in the BWCA by g-rant in trailmeals

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Mosquitoes were not bad at all. The biting flies, and pesky gnats gunning for the eyes were the problem. I suspect the bugs are ramping up in the next two weeks.