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Launched Q&A site for people who build and repair bicycles, people who train cycling, or commute on bicycles.

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Should we avoid "etc." in audience descriptions? – Roger Pate Jun 2 '10 at 19:03
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What about people that "race" bicycles? – mxmissile Jun 10 '10 at 15:28
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Only one more follower and 65 more votes needed to get this into the commitment phase folks! If you haven't voted, please vote! If you have voted, please review your votes and see if there are better examples to vote on now! – Adam Davis Jun 18 '10 at 5:06
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103 Example Questions (13 closed)

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How can I be safe when cycling to work?
added by Gordon Gustafson Jun 16 '10 at 21:40
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What should I carry with me when cycling competitively?
added by Gordon Gustafson Jun 16 '10 at 21:43
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Are Schwalbe "Marathon Winter" tires sufficient for riding on partially-plowed snow and ice on highway shoulders in northern New England?
added by Adam Franco Jun 17 '10 at 4:08
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What is a reasonably-priced touring wheel that can carry a lot of weight? (I keep breaking spokes on my commuter bike.)
added by Adam Franco Jun 17 '10 at 4:10
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Should I ride with blinking or steady tail lights at night?
added by Adam Franco Jun 17 '10 at 4:11
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I actually think that this is subjective and argumentative (having had this discussion elsewhere) – Murph Jun 21 '10 at 8:55
@Murph Perhaps the question could be changed to asking for the advantage of blinking vs fixed lights. – Tom Hawtin - tackline Jun 21 '10 at 13:09
@Tom Hawtin - the problem is that the perceived advantage is also the root cause of the argument (-: I have to confess to being guilty of holding a firm opinion... – Murph Jun 22 '10 at 7:42
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[24-speed] Why does my chain skip down the cog when pedalling backwards in 1st-3rd gear on the rear cassette?
added by Robbie Jun 17 '10 at 17:50
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How much slower would I be with 20" wheels (e.g. Dahon bikes) vs 26" ones (e.g. most bikes)?
added by Bill Paetzke Jun 17 '10 at 21:36
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What Andriod apps are recommended for tracking my cycling / gps?
added by gnarf Jun 18 '10 at 5:15
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What should a new biker, planning on commuting, look for in a first bike?
added by Dan G Jun 18 '10 at 21:30
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What is the best technique to drive over an obstacle such as a tree trunk?
added by stefanglase Jun 20 '10 at 10:04
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My wife has Cerebral Palsy (CP) so can't balance on a normal bike, what are the options so she can go cycling with me?
added by Ian Jun 21 '10 at 14:53
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Did you mean "can't balance on a normal bike"? – Dusty Campbell Jun 21 '10 at 16:51
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How does changing the stem length affect my bikes handling?
added by davefiddes Jun 22 '10 at 19:43
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What is the difference between a Schrader and a Presta valve?
added by Jared Harley Jun 3 '10 at 2:44
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What is the best bike shop in [city/state]? [closed]
added by Jared Harley Jun 3 '10 at 3:00
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closed as off topic by ire_and_curses, Ben, Brock Boland, Nik Reiman, brainimus Jun 15 '10 at 16:52

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It was closed as part of an automated migration of off-topic to close votes on September 29, 2011.

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Subjective and Argumentative – Jared Harley Jun 3 '10 at 3:00
This is not a classified ads service. – Tadeusz A. Kadłubowski Jun 3 '10 at 12:05
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Also a local question. – Don Kirkby Jun 19 '10 at 0:17
Could be useful quesion for if the city is small and does not have many bike shops, e.e where do I get my bike fixed on holiday? – Ian Jun 21 '10 at 14:50
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Where are some places online I can buy bicycling equipment? [closed]
added by Jared Harley Jun 3 '10 at 3:02
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closed as off topic by Nik Reiman, sixtyfootersdude, gnarf, stefanglase, Dan McClain Jun 18 '10 at 20:33

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"Plz google it for me".. definitely off-topic – Nik Reiman Jun 15 '10 at 8:09
Not sure Nik, although I think that this is geographicly limited so I am voting off-topic. – sixtyfootersdude Jun 15 '10 at 21:09
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Suggestions for great places to ride bikes in my area? [closed]
added by Robert Harvey Jun 3 '10 at 5:05
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closed as off topic by ire_and_curses, Jared Harley, Jørn Schou-Rode, Brock Boland, Nik Reiman Jun 15 '10 at 8:07

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Too localized to be worthwhile. – Tadeusz A. Kadłubowski Jun 3 '10 at 6:31
Sounds like the scope of the site is limited to the mechanics of bicycles. – Robert Harvey Jun 3 '10 at 13:30
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Step 1: get on bike. Step 2: Pedal. Step 3: ???. Step 4: Enjoy your newly discovered route. – Adam Davis Jun 9 '10 at 23:44
Considering the tag line talks about commuting/training, routes and possibly areas to ride are a relevant topic. – philba888 Jun 15 '10 at 23:48
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Are there any cyclocross bikes that would serve well as a touring or general-use bike?
added by Brock Boland Jun 3 '10 at 16:00
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How can I remove bad flavors from my CamelBack?
added by Adam Franco Jun 17 '10 at 4:12
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CamelBack is not just related to bicycles, I use one for hill walking. – Ian Jun 21 '10 at 14:49
Great off-topic example because it's only peripherally related to biking, so helps define the boundary between on-topic and off-topic. – lecrank Jun 23 '10 at 1:28
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Are there handlebar mounted speakers I can get for my touring bike?
added by gnarf Jun 18 '10 at 5:30
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Straightening a bicycle wheel is a kind of art. What are the most important things to keep in mind?
added by tequilatango Jun 19 '10 at 10:19
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Buying a new bike how can I make sure the frame size fits to my body height?
added by stefanglase Jun 20 '10 at 10:02
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What is the must-have-equipment that I should always have with me on a biking trip regardless of its length?
added by stefanglase Jun 20 '10 at 10:03
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Which App is suited best to use my iPhone for GPS navigation?
added by stefanglase Jun 20 '10 at 10:03
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Only tangentially related to cycling and subjective. Would be better on a different site (maybe a GPS or Apple related stack exchange). – noah Jun 22 '10 at 16:39
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Are there any folding adult tricycles on the market in the UK?
added by Ian Jun 21 '10 at 14:54
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As recumbent are low to the ground and hard to see, how to you use one safely on a normal road?
added by Ian Jun 21 '10 at 14:56
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I am specifically voting for this so that it can be established that recumbent bikes should be included in the site. – sixtyfootersdude Jun 22 '10 at 21:10
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What are the [federation] regulations regarding [piece of equipment]?
added by Colonel Sponsz Jun 22 '10 at 13:51
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Are exotic handlebars or horny bar-ends really less tiring for touring, or is it enough to change position regularly on a regular straight handlebar ?
added by Jean-Marc Liotier Jun 22 '10 at 16:52
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What is the method for changing an inner tube with no tools ?
added by Jean-Marc Liotier Jun 22 '10 at 16:57
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What is the secret to the bunny hop ?
added by Jean-Marc Liotier Jun 22 '10 at 16:57
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Good safety practices for follow vehicles on long distance races (such as RAAM)?
added by Adam Davis Jun 2 '10 at 19:05
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What type of chain lube is good for my area/my ride location?
added by Jared Harley Jun 3 '10 at 3:04
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Can you recommend a route for touring across Portland? [closed]
added by kaerast Jun 3 '10 at 11:43
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closed as off topic by Jørn Schou-Rode, Brock Boland, Jared Harley, alexanderpas, Adam Franco Jun 17 '10 at 3:32

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I don't think this is a dupe, I think asking about long-distance routes across states or countries are a bit different to highly localised riding questions. – kaerast Jun 6 '10 at 12:40
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Where can I find gold colored grips? [closed]
added by kaerast Jun 3 '10 at 11:44
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closed as off topic by Brock Boland, sixtyfootersdude, Tom Hawtin - tackline, David HAust, Ryan Olson Jun 17 '10 at 10:08

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Who's your favorite racer? [closed]
added by Brock Boland Jun 4 '10 at 2:23
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closed as off topic by Jørn Schou-Rode, CTKeane, Nik Reiman, Jared Harley, alexanderpas Jun 16 '10 at 2:17

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As a novice rider, what should I expect if I join group rides led by local bike shops?
added by Brock Boland Jun 4 '10 at 2:24
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How big should a baby be before putting them in a baby seat over the rear rack?
added by Scott Morrison Jun 17 '10 at 15:30
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What's the best food to eat before a triathlon?
added by Pete Hodgson Jun 18 '10 at 0:13
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How can I attach my G1 to my handlebars?
added by gnarf Jun 18 '10 at 5:29
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What is a G1? Can you re-phrase the question to make it more obvious? – Daniel Fortunov Jun 21 '10 at 19:12
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What age should kids be allowed to ride a bicycle from tricycle?
added by Binoj Antony Jun 19 '10 at 13:57
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This is a parenting question, not a bike question, and is too subjective too have a "correct" answer. – noah Jun 22 '10 at 16:29
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What's a good way to listen to music and remain alert during a recreational bike ride?
added by Robbie Jun 19 '10 at 15:32
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