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Just saw lots of people in cars going to work. I wasn't in the least concerned, as they were only using their vehicles for transportation and therefore weren't motorists, you know, those dangerous types that drive cars.
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So, people who only ride bikes for transportation aren't cyclists. Get real, please!
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Anyone that buys and then uses a bike, automatically becomes a cyclist. They may not be YOUR kind of cyclist, but a cyclist is what they are. I'm not a bit interested in speed, buying what everyone else buys or looking like any particular type of cyclist. I cycle more than some people use their cars, but I don't race, I don't wear lycra and I have no idea whether or not I am 'fashionable'. I don't ride 'fashionable' bikes and I haven't got disc brakes. What I have got, is an arthritic back, type 1 diabetes and a love of functional bikes which are built by me to suit my needs. Oh, and I am a cyclist, I ride a cycle.
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Latest incarnation. I made my own expandable inserts for the brake levers by adapting alloy wall plugs of the correct diameter. I also made the mudguard extensions.
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Really nice levers. What are they and where did you get them? I double wrapped the bars on my humble machine and have been surprised at the difference in comfort. I have a soft spot for mixte frames, and that's a corker!
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Now with a shiny new retro chrome pump and re-positioned bottle cage. This modest bike serves my everyday shopping needs perfectly. Single speed and a nice comfy saddle.
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Now with front rack, (adapted by me), and swish chain guard.
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Now updated slightly. Sprung saddle for my arthritic back. Bars adjusted etc.
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So true. I have specific requirement from a bicycle as I have an arthritic back and hips. Both my bikes were put together by me to fulfil a purpose, and were built with an eye on cost and functionality. The main criteria being comfort and practicality.
Lifelong cyclist into touring bikes and practical bikes. I am a Luthier.