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Shops commonly grease the seat post during assembly to prevent corrosion and aluminum-to-aluminum galling. The goop can cause slippage, though. Instead, clean the grease off the post and tube and liberally apply Finish Line 'Dry' chain lube. It isn't as slippery as grease so the post stays...

The downside to a rain jacket and rain pants is that they don't breathe. It's like an encapsulated shower that will soak your clothes which makes the outfit sort of pointless. Ponchos do catch wind, so ride slower... which you should do in stormy weather and on wet roads anyway. If the hood...

Capes, aka ponchos, work. Fenders are essential with poncho use for two reasons: way less splash, and they keep the poncho from rubbing on a moving tire. If you wear glasses or cycling goggles, Rain-X keeps the drops off the lenses.

S**t happens.

Generally, people are fine. Media needs to sell air time to exist and manufactures massive mountains out of tiny mole hills. Looking up statistics will maintain perspective. There are currently 328 million people in the U.S. Calculate incident percentages.

The Vetter fairing caused your GL1000 to wobble. The screen's huge frontal area was not very aerodynamically efficient [like a barn door] and was sensitive to turbulence. As well, the heavy weight of the fairing and its mounting assembly shifted the bike's CG forward. It also pre-loaded...

I've owned two Honda Cubs: one back in 1965, and the refined 'Passport' version years later. For several years I rode a Vespa an '05 GL200 and '10 GTS300. They all would wobble on certain road conditions and speeds. With 10# on the rear rack, the GL200 would consistently start to wag its head...

Concerned? No The step-thru frame has been around since the bicycle was invented and has been sorted out. With a "motorcycle background" I would expect you to recognize soft frame geometry and see the potential flex points. You should also know that a wobble can be induced with any...

You are a good example [and now a trendsetter :)] for the other 900 +/- residents. I didn't realize Marrowstone was bridged and accessible via the Port Townsend area.

They would probably scuff dress shoes. If you get a pair, use a dab of Loctite [242, blue] on the securing screws. Otherwise, they can loosen if you lift often. I frequently ride during the week in work boots so got the 'large' size which accommodate the larger toe box of boots as well as...

The answer for me was Zefal Cristophe half clips. Easy in and out, and they work on the lift if needed. They have been a stocked item at Trek stores, but Amazon has them, too.

Rich's response is justified based upon what you said in your post that he quoted. I agree with him. Maneuvering consumers who 'use' a local brick-and-mortar shop's service, then make the purchase from an online discounter to save a few dollars deserve no respect.

I'm in the Seattle area, and older than you. Toughen up, youngster. :) Get some Qvar if you're having sensitivities.

FYI, I've had suspension and been underwhelmed with it because it adds a lot of weight and absorbs pedaling energy. A simpler suspension seat post will do much more for comfort. As far as "the base 250watt", it's a fallacy to think that a 250w 'mid-drive' isn't enough power. It will climb any...

Sucking down two packs of cigarettes every day will shorten your life. A few days of this wood smoke is not going to alter your longevity. Go for a ride while the warm weather is here. Very soon, the rain and dark days will be back.

The tariff's might eliminate a few brands. No need to wait if you stay with established and well supported labels like Trek, Specialized, etc, etc. There are better ebikes for less than $3695.

As things usually tend to evolve in the US, the actions of the irresponsible few could eventually lead to the Euro 250-watt limit being imposed on assisted 'bicycles'. eBikes having more power might be considered Mopeds and likely require registration and licen$ing, and be more regulated.

What isn't mentioned enough about recumbents is that they are very hard on the knees. Unlike a standard bicycle where the body can lift off the seat and the leg muscles act like shock absorbers, on a recumbent your back is firmly up against the seat and all the pedaling stress is directed to...

Recumbents and aerodynamics have been an active pursuit since 1976 when the IHPVA was formed. If you have interest, look up some of the archived articles published by David Gordon Wilson in that organization.

Okay, leeway for those having common sense and intelligence. How do we determine that level of smarts, and who meets the requirement? With even more government intervention. You still have the freedom to break the law… when you consider it safe to do. But, if you screw up and cause harm, the...