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Presta Valve ————- Schrader Valve
Here are a mix of feelings and observations. They probably won’t change your mind if you already have strong feelings.
On the road, it is much easier to find a pump that works with schrader valves than prestas. If you are stuck and have schrader valves you can always go to [...]
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Update: 4/9/08 - see SlipStream Kick Stand Fix Installed
I love the kickstand on my Longbikes Slipstream. It is like having a built in workstand and much better than the kickstand on a Vanguard. But the kickstand didn’t like staying in place after using it a few times it would turn as shown in the picture.
The [...]
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This may not be an issue for other riders with smaller hands. But the head of the hex screw on the Slipstream's brake levers rubs against the bottom of my hand. After, years of riding a Vanguard, my riding position has gotten pretty relaxed and my hands seem to naturally slip to the bottom of [...]
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The B&M CycleStar mirror is very nicely made but just too small for my eyes. I wanted my Blackburn Mirror back. It had a nice wide oval shape that gave me a complete view of the road. With the CycleStar I had to pick spots to watch.
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The Patagonia Outlet in Freeport, Maine will be having another Sale Memorial Weekend. This is usually a great chance to get excellent gear at very good prices. Prices at the Outlet start at 35% off and during the sales they knock them down another 50%.
At the last sale, I got 2 R.5 pullovers for $10 [...]
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