Covet

[dasgeh]

I thought we could use a thread to post about bike stuff we covet.

I’ll start:
http://faradaybikes.com/

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[PotomacCyclist]

@Greenbelt 99742 wrote:

Mmmm.. Spice. Sandworm poo, but whatever…

A stillsuit would be and interesting innovation — could replace the team car

Picture from the C&O Canal towpath this September. Honest.

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[Mikey]

@cyclingfool 100327 wrote:

Or a real third world problem. #childlabor #hardknocklife

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The Kid’s not wearing a helmet, clearly has made his life choices

[dplasters]

jrenaut;100310 wrote:

anyone ever seen a sparse light? Successful kickstarter, now they’re selling lights from their website. I’ve been looking for something pretty enough to put on the pinarello.

i need this.

i must have you

[dasgeh]

@mstone 100328 wrote:

I think the giveaway that it’s a first world problem is 1) purpose-built bike for a child and 2) pneumatic tires

If there’s anywhere we can revel in the first world, it’s the Covet thread.

[DaveK]

@jrenaut 100310 wrote:

Anyone ever seen a Sparse light? Successful Kickstarter, now they’re selling lights from their website. I’ve been looking for something pretty enough to put on the Pinarello.

USB-rechargeable and I got mine for $35-ish.

http://www.lezyne.com/product-led-sport-microfrnt.php

[mstone]

@dasgeh 100362 wrote:

If there’s anywhere we can revel in the first world, it’s the Covet thread.

no, I think it’s after buying everything in the covet thread

[NicDiesel]

Right now this is a covet but depending on how today goes this might be a new purchase.

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[jrenaut]

@NicDiesel 100418 wrote:

Right now this is a covet but depending on how today goes this might be a new purchase.

Then I hope your day goes however it has to go in order to get you a sweet new bike.

[NicDiesel]

@jrenaut 100419 wrote:

Then I hope your day goes however it has to go in order to get you a sweet new bike.

Thanks but it’s all going to depend on whether or not QBP still has a 72h rim in stock. If they do I’ll probably pull the trigger today, if not I’ll have to wait until I can find one to build a 36h wheel out of to hold my hefty self.

[NicDiesel]

I’m not sold on this wheelset surviving very long, given my heft and the rear wheel having an offset, but I finally pulled the trigger on a fat bike today. Need to swap out the black decals for orange ones but otherwise this thing is ready to eat up the snow.
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[KLizotte]

Now that is a very cool looking bike! I like the front fender; neat design. Bet you guys are freezing up there given this arctic air we’ve been having. Ouch!

How’s the weight loss coming along?

[NicDiesel]

It was 50 degrees here yesterday so the snow and ice from a few weeks ago are gone, which is nice. It’s usually around 35-40 here until the end of November so, much like with this past winter, this fall has been unusually cold. That said, I have a fat bike, a pair of Wolvhammers, and all of the winter riding gear I could ever need so bring on the cold and snow.

I’m not sure what “utility” a fat bike would serve in places without snow or sand but this might be my favorite bike ever. It’s like riding a Big Wheel except you’re sitting up and they come in fun colors and go a little faster. It’s going to take a while to get used to the weight of this thing but so far I am totally on the fat bike bandwagon.

[cyclingfool]

@NicDiesel 100585 wrote:

bring on the cold and snow.

Especially dangerous words in Minnesota, no?

If you ever feel the need for full-on fenders, let this serve as inspiration.

I’ve never ridden a fatbike, but I am intrigued by them. I can see how they’d be fun. I’ll be curious to hear more about your experiences with yours.

[Subby]

Yes please.

http://tinyhousetalk.com/lightweight-bicycle-micro-camper/

[ebubar]

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Newest desire for a winter commuter. Most forums I read say its ugly…I kind of like it. Giant Anyroad 2: http://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-us/bikes/model/anyroad.2/18747/76170/#specifications

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