tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-86998208947713401222024-03-13T10:32:53.489+08:00Cycle Fridayazizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.comBlogger46125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-43952190200811907822020-04-15T17:28:00.002+08:002020-04-16T12:18:30.119+08:00Lembaran Baharu<!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-49838625122352639462017-02-23T15:03:00.002+08:002017-02-23T15:03:55.994+08:00Galak orang naik basikal, tapi tiada tempat parkir<a href="http://www.astroawani.com/berita-malaysia/galak-orang-naik-basikal-tapi-tiada-tempat-parkir-132942">http://www.astroawani.com/berita-malaysia/galak-orang-naik-basikal-tapi-tiada-tempat-parkir-132942</a>azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-84863794690884600492017-02-23T15:02:00.000+08:002017-02-23T15:02:22.265+08:00Bicycle messenger claims DBKL damaged his RM3,000 ride<a href="http://www.nst.com.my/news/2017/02/213053/bicycle-messenger-claims-dbkl-damaged-his-rm3000-ride">http://www.nst.com.my/news/2017/02/213053/bicycle-messenger-claims-dbkl-damaged-his-rm3000-ride</a>azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-7221940617240171312013-09-17T01:01:00.000+08:002013-09-17T01:01:20.599+08:00Cycling: Rooting for a green route - The Star NewspaperChan Jer Ping sold his car in 2010 and bought a folding bike for a car free lifestyle. Read some of his pointers on cycling to work <a href="http://www.thestar.com.my/Lifestyle/Features/2013/09/16/Cycling-Rooting-for-a-green-route.aspx">here</a>.<br />
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<br />azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-29436153645206546562013-09-15T01:40:00.000+08:002013-09-15T01:40:14.198+08:00Getting Commuters To Cycle - The StarGetting Commuters To Cycle - Interviewed by The Star. Thanks to Journalist Kathleen A. Michael.<br />
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azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-40348118948998992552013-09-13T15:12:00.000+08:002013-09-13T15:15:09.694+08:00BFM 89.9 RADIO INTERVIEWBENEFITS AND CHALLENGES OF CYCLING TO WORK -An interview by BFM 89.9 Radio.<br />
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azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-48637465960848351852013-01-10T02:13:00.000+08:002013-03-15T22:20:19.284+08:00Ordinary Bicycles, Daily Clothes<span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 17px;">CycleFriday Cycling Culture Ride is about promoting bicycling as a lifestyle. Not as a sporting or recreational event. Just ride ordinary bicycles and wear your daily clothes. </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #333333; font-family: 'lucida grande', tahoma, verdana, arial, sans-serif; font-size: 13px; line-height: 17px;">Leave behind all those cycling tights and gears and sport bikes. <b>Road bikes, Mountain bikes and Fixies are not allowed to join the ride. Cycling helmets are not allowed too.</b></span><br />
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Actually the idea of organizing bicycle culture ride came about when I was planning to organize CycleFriday Pista Ride in Batu Pahat, a long distance ride specifically for fixed gear bike, in March 2013. More on that in the coming posting. When I approached YB Ja'affar for assistance to have Dataran Penggaram Batu Pahat for the starting and finishing for the CycleFriday Pista Ride event, I was lucky to obtain 2 consecutive days approval by The Majlis Perbandaran Batu Pahat i.e on the Saturday 30th March and Sunday 31st March 2013.<br />
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So taking the opportunity of having the Saturday, 30th March to organize an event, I have decided to organize CycleFriday Cycling Culture Ride. So besides Senggarang, I have the opportunity to create awareness about embracing bicycle culture among the people in Batu Pahat town.<br />
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This ride is different from the fun ride normally organized by certain cycling groups. I forbid road bikes, mountain bikes and fixies to join this ride. Road bikes and Mountain bikes are meant for sports and recreations. Fixies has becoming more like a fashion or trend. So, they are not suitable to send the right message to the public and also to the government on bicycling as a lifestyles.We need to understand the differences between cycling as a sport and recreational and cycling as a means of transport. I also forbid wearing helmet during the ride as the bicycles they use for the ride i.e an upright riding position does not warrant for them to wear helmet for safety. Studies have also shown that mandatory law of wearing helmet for cyclists has reduced the number of people on bicycles. In fact, safety on the road when riding a bicycle is to avoid colliding with motor vehicles. You can read in lengthy about helmet issues at www.copenhagenize.com One of the articles is <a href="http://www.copenhagenize.com/2008/08/helmets-or-health.html">Helmets or Health</a>.<br />
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What is more important is, in order to encourage more people to cycle on the road, we need to create the infrastructures that are safe for cycling. Thus, we hope that we could lobby for bicycle lanes from Batu Pahat town to Senggarang as our first step, then to Rengit, Benut and to Tanjung Piai, Pontian (The Southernmost Tip of Mainland Asia). This is actually a cycling tourism route. When people are feeling safe to cycle from Batu Pahat to Tanjung Piai, it will definitely increase the number of tourists on bicycles, thus helps in terms of cycling tourism particularly in Johor. We also hope that the government could built more camping sites for cyclists to stopover in Rengit, Benut and Pontian in line with this. It.will also help in the higher rate of occupancy for homestays and hotels. Not to forget, the people that operate food stalls along the way will also benefit.<br />
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So, come and support us for the first time ever, CycleFriday Cycling Culture Ride in Batu Pahat, Johor. The first step towards getting more people on bicycles. Just ride your ordinary bicycles and wear your daily clothes. This is not a normal fun ride, it's a ride with a clear objectives in mind.<br />
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azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-61957494358751234932012-08-26T21:33:00.001+08:002012-08-26T21:33:59.491+08:00The Social or Fun Ride<div>
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The more you ride on the road, the more confidence you
become. You will understand the challenges and dangers of commuting on the road
as well as how traffic responds to cyclists. Personally, I feel that all those
social rides with the marshals and police escort will not help much for you to
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Yes, I could agree on the security point on view. However,
during social rides with marshals and police escort around, with all the roads
closed, we tend to enjoy more on the ride rather than thinking much about
learning to negotiate with traffic. Social rides for recreational purposes are
not meant to educate so much about road safety. It’s just, we wanna have fun thingy.</div>
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How about social rides without all those helps? The group
rides organized by those informal groups and clubs. As far as I know, all those
rides are meant for sports and recreational purposes. It focuses more on
performances and burning fats rather than on road safety. Yeah, maybe it might help
in a small way but personally I think we need something more formal to teach
people on how to ride safe on the road. We need a classroom sessions like the
one when we are getting our driving license. We need practical trainings in a
simulation situation. Remember long time ago we had the Shell Road Safety
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When we have social ride with all those escort, we tend to
send the message to other road users, Hey...look… it's fun to ride a bike, so
come and join us! NOT so much to tell them, Hey...look…we are part of traffic,
so do respect us when we cycle alone...yea. The problem here is we are
marketing cycling as a sport and recreation thingy. Not so much as an
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Will the cyclists clad in lycra clothing really earn the respect
of other road users? Actually there is no need to. Just wear your daily clothes
when you cycle. To earn the respect of motorists here, when we ride alone, we
need to send the message that… Hey...I ride because I choose to ride not
because I don't have a choice like the migrant workers. It will take time to
change that kind of perception, and the way to do that is by<br />
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azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-7991665651648913752012-07-02T13:43:00.000+08:002012-07-03T05:11:59.891+08:00The Bigger Picture - Cycling CultureIt's not that difficult to spot this kind of cyclists in Batu Pahat, Johor.
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<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuqzgHEhUtlIEkbtcC0oUZQB68Agl1OGTktcu0-y7JUVUkL6NPoMs4RBRUig-LvU98pkODYxYoEThDcqRJGqjZpDwZeXshOvzkb7tyrw4udV94G1kSpH6hJLgh8cA99IUEexMexd60SItV/s1600/04LC002A12.jpg"><img alt="" border="0" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5687176873513150866" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuqzgHEhUtlIEkbtcC0oUZQB68Agl1OGTktcu0-y7JUVUkL6NPoMs4RBRUig-LvU98pkODYxYoEThDcqRJGqjZpDwZeXshOvzkb7tyrw4udV94G1kSpH6hJLgh8cA99IUEexMexd60SItV/s320/04LC002A12.jpg" style="cursor: hand; cursor: pointer; height: 320px; width: 246px;" /></a>azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-49054294692244035372011-09-19T04:13:00.007+08:002011-09-19T04:25:58.865+08:00Could we really go car-free?<div>Are we willing to do without our car for a day-the World Car-Free Day on 22nd September 2011? So far Malaysia has never organize her own car free day and maybe the government should put in effort towards promoting it. It is a day whereby we find other means of commuting, be it by the public transport, bicycles or a combination of both.</div><div><br /><div></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiRurjVCnkj5iOmFejtC-Yn86ZkunHnuggUlfHBKut7_fByOzIDcoQFwtc1NEPhKpe9eUzqesm8aNcgeG89NcPFLT9RmzY9bUSP2yUVClinujcuhiDi2fZNgzmabr1VTgBGNvalPJc6OLW/s1600/Car+Free+Day.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 199px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiRurjVCnkj5iOmFejtC-Yn86ZkunHnuggUlfHBKut7_fByOzIDcoQFwtc1NEPhKpe9eUzqesm8aNcgeG89NcPFLT9RmzY9bUSP2yUVClinujcuhiDi2fZNgzmabr1VTgBGNvalPJc6OLW/s320/Car+Free+Day.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5651785338079787314" /></a></div><div>Photo from NST</div><div><br /></div><div><div>Even though the event or campaign is focus more on congested areas, I would prefer to look at it more as a way of we moving around no matter where we are in Malaysia. Can we live car free? How actually we could get to where we need to go and ways to that without getting in a car and driving. To be totally car-free would seem to be quite impossible for most of us due to the inefficiency of the public transport system in Malaysia. Besides, taking public transport is somehow <a href="http://cyclefriday.blogspot.com/2010/05/bicycle-is-king-public-transport-is.html">expensive</a> and inconvenient when compared to riding a bike or maybe driving. For instance, if I were to take the bus from my hometown in Batu Pahat, Johor to Subang Jaya, the total cost would be around RM60 to and fro for a single person. Driving my car, it will cost around RM90-RM100 to and fro (excluding the car maintenance cost). So in this case, if travel more than 2 person, definitely it's better to drive than taking the public transport. Long distance travel, would actually require you to evaluate whether it's more convenient and how much does it cost between driving and taking public transport.</div><div><div></div><div></div><div><br /></div><div>However, what we really need to look at and evaluate is our short distance commuting. Based on personal experience, anything below 25km (single trip), it is much more better to ride a bike than driving or taking the public transport. I have experimented it myself between driving and bicycling for all those short trips and found that bicycling is quicker and less stressful. Why don't you do you own experiment and see what is it like for you. A simple approach that I would suggest that could improve your life and your financial is to Drive Less. Start replacing all those short trips by car to riding a bike. For instance, to the grocery store, to meet a friend for a coffee, to the bank or to pay your utilities, etc. Sure, you can't replace all of those trips due to certain valid reasons, but most of it you would be able to. I can assure that you'll find it fun and freedom riding around.</div><div></div><div></div><div><br /></div><div>You don't have to make a big change in your life to make a difference in the world. While living car-free is probably not possible for you, a Drive Less commitment is doable. Sooner you will reap the benefits for all those short trips. Even though I do support The World Car-Free Day campaign in Malaysia, I just feel that most of the campaign sometimes just for the sake of a campaign. I would prefer a program or event that would change the mindset and systems that will encourage Malaysians to cycle on a daily basis a transport.</div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div></div><div><br /></div><div>Related readings:</div><div>1. <a href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Car-Free_Days">Wikipedia</a> A Car Free Day encourages motorists to give up their car for a day. <div>2. <a href="http://www.nst.com.my/nst/articles/6cars/Article/#.TnZF-yDRaqU.blogger">KL to go car-free for a day</a></div><div>3. <a href="http://www.nst.com.my/nst/articles/11SHAB/Article/index_html#.Tm8rUfVoORJ.blogger">Minister gets on his bike to lead</a></div></div></div></div></div>azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-84177806365868328462011-09-09T04:44:00.019+08:002011-09-10T12:24:54.819+08:00Biking is Better-From Taking Public Transport to Cycling to WorkHow do I get started? It was sometime in 2005 when I lost my motorbike. So while waiting for the insurance claim, I started taking the public transport. At that time, in January 2006, RapidKL was about to introduce the new bus systems. The best way to save money on taking public transport is by purchasing the RapidKL Monthly Pass. For you to use the RapidKL buses and LRT for unlimited ride, you need to pay RM125 a month at that time. Now it has been increased but I don’t know how much. I don’t need to bother as I have already discovered a better and efficient alternative transport i.e. Bicycle.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTVxHxFA77kwzTwAbDQ9iuPdH3ne7TzyHaXegmfgPN1802DAkXw9PQGOWj7hmbPUFHyw4GEUACmTCP1fI-DvQoyF4C2AapVSRRS87rOXRgLFYIdtMbZdg5G5OxnpKlfczOfLxvra3-Ffo-/s1600/22062010142.jpg" onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTVxHxFA77kwzTwAbDQ9iuPdH3ne7TzyHaXegmfgPN1802DAkXw9PQGOWj7hmbPUFHyw4GEUACmTCP1fI-DvQoyF4C2AapVSRRS87rOXRgLFYIdtMbZdg5G5OxnpKlfczOfLxvra3-Ffo-/s320/22062010142.jpg" border="0" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5650093465290732226" /></a><br />Proved that I tried the public transport for 18 months or 1 ½ years. I gave up!<br /><br />The biggest upset of the RapidKL bus system at that time was the feeder or local shuttle buses, that collect the passengers from the residential areas to the suburban or regional hub (Trunk Routes). So basically I need to take two buses before reaching KL from Subang Jaya. It can easily take about 1 ½ to 2 hours before I could reach my office! The feeder bus timing was really inconsistent. It can arrive at an interval of every 15 minutes up to 30 minutes. What triggered me about riding a bike was when I saw the foreign works riding their bikes. I was thinking maybe I could ride to the suburban hub and parked my bike there. But I was worried that it might get stolen. So, the solution was to ride straight to office.<br /><br />Since the distance to my office from home was quite far i.e. 50km to and fro and I have not been cycling for so many years, I started to ride around my neighborhood to build my confidence and stamina. I ride 3 times a week for 30 minutes after came back from work as well as during weekends for the first 3 months. Honestly, it was quite boring after awhile riding around the neighborhood. So the subsequent 3 months, I started riding a bit further and longer but still maintained the 3 times a week routine. So it was like riding in the neighborhood during weekdays and during weekend I would ride from Subang to Shah Alam.<br /><br />So after 6 months of training and riding around neighborhood as well as from Subang to Shah Alam to build my confidence going out on the streets, I started to ride to office in Kuala Lumpur. My first ride was during weekend because I need to check on the <a href="http://cyclefriday.blogspot.com/2008/12/my-daily-commuting-route-usj-to-pasar.html"><b>safest route</b></a> as well as to time myself on how long I would get to office. I also time myself on how long to cool down. This is very critical as you need to familiarize yourself with the route as during weekend the roads are not that busy. With the heavy traffic during weekdays, you can’t actually think much of which way to go but to focus when you are on the road.<br /><br />I wouldn’t have discovered that riding a bike to office was a lot more fun and faster if not because of the poor service of the feeder bus. It takes me about one hour to one hour fifteen minutes to reach my destination compare to taking public transport ( 1 ½ to 2 hours). It was considered blessing in disguise. Bicycle is a door-to-door transportation. You can ride your bike up to the front door of your office building.<br /><br />You might not need 6 months of training if your distance is shorter. Maybe 3 months or less than that is sufficient. It all depends on you. The more you ride, the more you understand the challenges and dangers of commuting on the road and how actually to handle it. There are times when you will encounter rude drivers and motorcyclists, Don’t let them get you down. Just have fun and enjoy your ride.azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-21077835853072980562011-09-02T05:41:00.005+08:002011-09-02T06:24:32.227+08:00Why Students Should Cycle In Campus<p class="MsoNormal"><b>CYCLING UPM (UNIVERSITI PUTRA <st1:country-region st="on"><st1:place st="on">MALAYSIA</st1:place></st1:country-region>)</b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Do you know that bicycle is the most efficient human powered transport?<span> </span>In the context of UPM, it gives you mobility at relatively little cost.<span> </span>A student can cover distances between any two points in the campus in about 15 minutes, roughly the time it takes for a bus to arrive.<span> </span>Generally one can save an hour a day by cycling instead of using the campus bus service. That makes 5 hours a week!<span> </span>Time that can be utilized for something else of your choice.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">One bonus point is that cycling is actually an enjoyable activity. Its non-contact and it is also low impact, unless one fall or crash that is.<span> </span>It takes only 40 minutes to ride to Putrajaya from UPM and the ride is good…</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b>
<br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>The Right Bike<o:p></o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Bicycle is like a shirt one wears. It has to fit the rider/user. To ride efficiently, preferably the bike is of the correct size and the settings adjusted to suit the rider. The saddle height is the easiest to set. So is the saddle position and angle which can be slided either forward or backward. The most practical bike for getting around campus is a basic 26” MTB preferably fitted with 1.50 slick tires to reduce rolling resistance.<span> </span>There is the smaller 24” bicycle but getting suitable tarmac friendly tires for a 24” bike is almost impossible.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">The most efficient bike design is still the basic diamond frame with front rigid fork.<span> </span>The suspension was originally designed for off-road riding so there is not much point in getting one for road use. Suspension system also adds unnecessary weight to a bike and soaks some energy from pedaling effort. The heavier the bike is, the more power it requires to move and that power requirements comes from the rider! Simple physics!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Apart from the physical weight, the quality of components used also determines the effort required to put a bike in motion. This is because better quality components have less internal friction due to better grade materials and manufacturing tolerances. In the long run it pays to get a bike with better quality components. They are more efficient and last longer.<span> </span>Sadly, demand for lower price bikes have preclude fittings of better quality components to standard bikes sold in the market. Whenever they are fitted, the final price tag would be relatively high.<span> </span>That is the reason why only those in leisure ride segment can and are willing to pay the higher prices for those bikes. It is a question of value. For the purpose of personal transport around campus, a bike costing RM300-400 is recommended. Anything below that will just not last the two of three years required of it.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">All is not lost however because decent quality parts can still be fitted to a standard bike to make it better and more efficient.<span> </span>The amount spent on them will be worth it. Think of the minutes and effort saved during the life of the bike. When acquiring a bike, go for function, not look (form).<span> </span>Pretty bike is just for the eyes, a good bike is meant for ride!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b>
<br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Maintaining It<o:p></o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Bicycle is a machine. It is simple. It is light. Like all machines it has to be maintained to keep it running efficiently.<span> </span>To make a bicycle efficient, most of parts used are small and light.<span> </span>Generally, if a bike is used often it requires general service once every six months. The three main bearings – front, rear & middle - have to be regreased if not rebuild.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The chain, which transfers power to the rear tire must be lubricated periodically to extend its life and keep it efficient. A better option is to clean the chain every month or so to rid it of sand and grits that acts like grinding paste reducing the life of the chain further. Use a good chain lube if you can afford it. It is worth the cost in term of longer life and better efficiency when pedaling a bike.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Brakepads should not touch the rims when brakes are not being applied.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Generally, efficiency suffers over time. Most bike owners do not really realize it because the degradation is gradual. A good running bike makes the owners want to ride it. So, choose a bike well and maintain it. Get the most value out of it. A decent quality bike can last 2-3 years if maintained properly. After that period of use it will require major work to make it good again. This is when many moving parts need replacement. The basic frame made of steel can last virtually forever!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b>
<br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Security<o:p></o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">One word – get a good lock for your bike!<span> </span>In the <st1:country-region st="on"><st1:place st="on">Netherlands</st1:place></st1:country-region> most commuting bikes uses not one but THREE locks!<span> </span>So, value your asset and take some measures for security. For a student, a bicycle is a mode of transport. It means mobility. Be especially careful when parking near faculties. It is good if one can get a length of chain and a good padlock for those high risk areas and please..please do not leave your bike near faculties overnite or over the weekend.<span> </span>One can park overnite near the koperasi & CIMB because of CCTV coverage but not the faculties & library, those are high risk areas.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b>
<br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>MORE INTERESTING THINGS ON BICYCLES!<o:p></o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b>Frame material<o:p></o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Today with modern technology bicycle frames are made with various materials. The four main ones are steel, cro-moly steel, aluminium, carbon & titanium.<span> </span>Steel being the cheapest, is the heaviest of the lot. Aluminium bike frames are lighter than steel but the price difference really are not justified because they are stiffer. In our view, cro-moly frames still represent the best value.<span> </span>Sadly they are not being made in quantities anymore. The few that do cost even more than aluminium frames! Majority of middle grade bikes utilized aluminium frames.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Aluminium or alloy frames require suspension system to give it a softer ride, that pushes the bike’s price further up. And suspension parts don’t last that long pushing its value further down. In our view, cro-moly represent the best value. One can still find decent cro-moly frame bikes amongt old stocks in bikeshops. Most of them come from the days before alloy frames became prominent.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><span> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Cro-moly, being stronger that just hi-tensile steel, can utilize smaller tubings to make bike frames making them lighter and more flexible.<span> </span>That’s the word, ‘flexible’. It can make a bicycle has more feel and give a softer ride without resorting to suspension system. It is quite obvious when one takes sharp corner.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">One word on aluminium frames, they are light but stiff. Every knock it takes weakens the frame. Technically because of that character, an aluminium frame has a shorter lifespan than a steel or cro-moly frame. Precisely for that reason one do not see an alloy frame without front shocks. It just cannot take harsh knocks repeatedly for long period without breaking down.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b>
<br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Frame design<o:p></o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">The basic and most efficient design is still the diamond frame. It requires the least material leading to a very light frame.<span> </span>Suspensions, either in the front or the back only add a lot of material weight to a bike.<span> </span>Yes, the ride will be softer but the energy required to move the bike around will be substantially more than moving a lighter bike with a rigid fork.<span> </span>To make a bicycle with fancy frames, many manufacturers compromise by substituting inferior components fitted to it.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Opt for a basic diamond frame with rigid fork if you are not going off road.<span> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b>
<br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Other components that matter<o:p></o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">To make a good bike, three major components must be of decent quality – front and rear hub & the bottom bracket (the bearings assembly attaching the crankset to the frame).<span> </span>Of course the rest follow.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">There are many component makers in the bike world. For all practical intent and of interest of commuters and leisure ride communities Shimano represent the best value.<span> </span>They are relatively more expensive than no-name products. Shimano does not make bicycle. It only manufactures bike components.<span> </span>The product range is quite extensive.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Bicycle runs on two wheels, they are the most important part of a bike. To run smooth and efficient, hubs must be of decent quality and the wheelbuild is good. Spokes tension must be uniform so that wheels are stronger and stay true longer.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Then there is the bottom bracket. Practically it is the main bearing for a bike. Cheaper bikes utilize cup and cone design for the bearings while a better design is the sealed bearings type.<span> </span>The sealed bearings cartridge type represent better value because it can last and perform well for a few years while the cups and cone bearings type requires overhaul every year or so.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">The chain transfers power from the crankset to the rear wheel. Quality determines efficiency. Opt for better quality chain for your bike.<span> </span>Due to the nature of modern bicycle design, the chain is exposed to the elements – dust, dirt & moisture. It requires lubricant to make it works well. Every couple of weeks or so put a drop of oil on every link of the chain to prevent rust from setting in because presence of rust accelerates wear.<span> </span>Periodic cleaning of the chain is also recommended.<span> </span>Generally with daily use, a set of chain can last a year or so, depending on mileage and maintenance.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b>
<br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>Basic upgrades<o:p></o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">There are many options to upgrade a bike. A decent basic frame generally just requires an upgrade of the drivetrain to make it more efficient. One can either do it in stages or do the everything in one go. The first is the BB bearings (the bearings assembly that attaches the crankset the the bike frame.) If the original set uses the BB cup & bearings type, change it to a sealed bearings cartridge unit. It offers the best value because the unit is maintenance free and is very efficient.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">The next items are the hubs, both front and rear.<span> </span>Shimano freehub offers the best value because of better manufacturing tolerances and materials used. Sadly shimano has stopped manufacturing those 7-speed freehubs some years ago. Whats available in the market are old stocks that can still be found if one knows where to look for them. Those with double seals require less maintenance. Their main enemy is water ingress… if you value your bike, have your hubs serviced at least once a year because replacing a hub is an expensive affair.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Between the crankset and the rear hub there is the chain that transfer power from crankset to the rear tire. A decent chain does it more efficiently.<span> </span>In the drivetrain, the chain is the item that wears the fastest due to its exposed nature. It can last up to a year with daily use if properly maintained. After that one year, a stretched (elongated) chain will start ‘eating’ into the rear drive components so it is better to change a chain before the rear ‘sprocket’ gets totally worn that a chain can no longer sit on those rear sprocket cogs.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">The rest in the drivetrain are just ancilliaries, they are the gear system.<span> </span>They consist of shifter, FD (front derailleur), RD (rear derailleur) and cables. A good RD in a properly tuned system is a joy to use. It matters most when one encounters hills and descents when cycling.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">The last is the rubber. The tire.<span> </span></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Mountain bikes or MTBs were initially designed for off-road riding. Hence they come with big fat tires with rough thread patterns meant to provide grip and traction on unpaved surfaces. On paved road, they are heavy & noisy, requiring a lot of power to move the bike.<span> </span>Cycling on-road, one does not need those knobbly tires. A set of smaller diameter & slicker tires is recommended.<span> </span>They present lighter weight & lower rolling resistance without compromising braking power.<span> </span>They are more expensive though because they are designed to hold higher pressure, being smaller.<span> </span>Normal MTB tires are designed to operate with 45-50 PSI (pound per square inch) of pressure while slicker 1.50 tires are designed to run on 55-80 PSI of air.<span> </span>Higher pressure requirement also means that they require better quality inner tubes.<span> </span>They are worth the price because of the less effort required to propel the bike. Generally a set of tires will last 1-2 years. Of course one has to get lucky with inner tubes because they’re subjected to puntures by sharp objects strewn around on our roads. Even a staple or a tiny thorn is enough to flatten the cushion of air we travel on!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal"><b>
<br /></b></p><p class="MsoNormal"><b>FINALLY, RIDING A BICYCLE<o:p></o:p></b></p> <p class="MsoNormal">After one has acquired a bike, one better learn to ride right. Being human powered, it is to the rider’s benefit to know how to cycle efficiently.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">First thing first, the set up of the bicycle must suit the rider. The most important is to adjust the saddle/seat height to suit the rider. To be most efficient, the saddle height has to be adjusted so that when one pedal is at its lowest point, the rider’s knee is only slightly bent. That means that when the rider is on the saddle, one’s feet cannot reach the ground.<span> </span>If one is not able to handle that in the beginning, start with a lower saddle height and raise it by degrees later after one has gained more confidence.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Handlebar height also has to be adjusted accordingly. Ideally it has to be lower than saddle height but getting there may take some time for those not used to cycling. So take your time getting there.<span> </span>All these are because our bodies are most efficient cycling in that position.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Pedalling rate also determines efficiency. Generally we are more efficient if we pedal at a higher rate. Learn to use a lower gear and pedal faster.<span> </span>The pros ride their bikes pedaling at 70-90 rounds per minute!<span> </span>(That pedaling rate is called cadence) That is how professional riders can ride such long distances …up to 250km a day!<span> </span>But riding efficiently is to our interest.<span> </span>Like it or not, bicycles are here to stay. High fuel prices necessitate that. It is already happening in <st1:place st="on">Europe</st1:place>. In the Netherland, 40% of the workforce cycle to work!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Another benefit of pedaling at higher rate with lower gears is, it put less strain on chain, extending its life further.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">We are not pros. We are not aiming to be! But getting around on a bike is fun and saves time. With a bicycle, one is very mobile.<span> </span>UPM campus and its surrounding areas are ideal for cycling.<span> </span>A ride to Putrajaya is recommended for those who are interested.<span> </span>It takes about 30 minutes to get there.<span> </span>Quicker if your bike is good.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">One can go exploring the whole UPM campus on a bike. Catch a glimpse of sunrise near the GSO very early in the morning and you’ll be rewarded with a spectacular view of the ‘ladang’… Or, go and have breakfast at Uniten just to have a look at your neighbour’s campus! … (It is a boring place by the way!)</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">If one is in the mood of getting a bit more adventurous take a ride to Kajang for its famous ‘sate’.<span> </span>The town also offers an excellent bookshop with a vast range on stationeries. It’s called Chip Lee near Metro Kajang.<span> </span>Do remember though not to eat too much when you are riding…<span> </span>you’ll discover why when you do!</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">Finally, there are longer routes a cyclist can take if he/she wants to do longer distances. They are there to be discovered.</p> <p class="MsoNormal"><o:p> </o:p></p> <p class="MsoNormal">
<br /></p><p class="MsoNormal">Note: Article contributed by Hisham Mohd Mukhtar. He is running a bicycle shop in UPM at Gate 5- Black Cup. He specializes in rebuilding bike from the junkyard to bring it back to life.</p>azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-67021321622116347222011-08-29T03:09:00.038+08:002011-09-02T18:48:22.841+08:00From Junkyard to Perfect Commuting Bike<div>CHOOSING A BICYCLE</div>The main purpose of this piece of writing is to provide some pointers in choosing the right bike for you. The main objective is very simple, to get the most efficient bike one can get with the budget allowed. There is a threshold one has to reach to be able to get a reliable and efficient bicycle.
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<br />The bike best suited for commuting is still the basic steel diamond frame fitted preferably with smaller tires.
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<br />The picture below is one classic example…
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<br />The above bicycle may not look much but it sure runs smooth & fast with little pedalling effort required. The frame design is an epitome of maximum efficiency with minimal use of material that yield a bike that is light and slick.
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<br />If you are buying a bike from a bikeshop, please refrain from buying the cheapest available. The components fitted to that kind of bike simply cannot stand the rigor of daily use. Low quality materials and components used will lead to early failure and inefficiency. Many bicycles are grounded because of this reason. We just cannot afford cheap things. Maintaining a cheap bike cost more than buying a new one! It is better to buy a decent bike that can last for a few years with little maintenance.
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<br />Steer clear of bike with full suspension because having them means that a lot of energy is wasted in those suspensions. The picture below is a classic example…
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<br />Unless of course if you want to do some off-roading.
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<br />A basic 18-speed or 21-speed is good enough for daily commuting. For that matter even a single speed bike is sufficient if your regular route does not include any steep gradient. With a 21-speed drive system one can tackle practically any gradient and that is when the fun starts…</div><div>
<br /><b>How…</b></div><div>
<br />First find a frame that suits you. Generally for the average height a size 16 or 17 is nice. There are a couple of options to find frame. First look in your neighborhood, you may find people idle their bikes and just parked under their porch or in the compound. Those with flat tires are signs that the bike been grounded. Offer the owner to buy it. The price to be agreed is subjective. Generally the range is from RM50 – RM150 depending on the make of the bike and its quality. Look at the brakepads closely, they can tell you about the mileage of that bike. If the pads are only slightly worn it means the bike has low mileage. But worn pads may also tells you that he bike is good and the owner uses it often.
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<br />The other option is to look for decent frame at a junkyard (kedai besi buruk). Many people junk old bikes that no longer works. In many case the frames are quite OK. Remember to look for basic diamond frames. Building a bike from these frames may cost a lot but by doing that you will practically get a new bike. I can promise you with a RM1,000 or so outlay you will get a far better than new RM2,000 bikes that are available in the market currently.
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<br />Here are a few example of decent frames…
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<br />Generally LeRun makes good frames. The older it is the better generally. The most recent ones are not so good, especially those with fancy tubings.
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<br />If the components on the bike is still good and usable have it serviced to bring it back to life. Normally it will require a couple of inner tubes, a chain and maybe some cabling works. Then you can try the bike to gauge how the ride is like. Mind to adjust the saddle height to proper height first before you do because riding with low saddle takes so much effort you will get tired after one or two kilometers only. This familiarisation normally takes a few rides over a week or so. The more distance done the better. After pedaling a few kilometers you will know whether the bike suits you or not. if it does then time to decide whether to make it better or just use it as it is. My suggestion is, if you only wish to ride a few kilometer a day, what you have is already good enough. When you have done some rides after a month or so you will notice that you will want a better bike with better performance that can give greater range.
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<br /><b>Upgrades:</b>
<br />Basically upgrading works can be divided into three parts :-</div><div>
<br /></div><div>1. Wheelset & drivetrain
<br />2. Shifting mechanism & brake system
<br />3. The rest
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<br /></div><div>It is best to upgrade the wheelset and the drive train in one go. They all work together and by doing the upgrade at one time one is avoiding one worn part affecting the new ones.
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<br />Wheelset
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<br />Cassette
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<br />The Crankset
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<br />All the above will make your bike rides like a dream. Don’t forget to pick a decent chain for the drivetrain. KMC makes good chains. Avoid the cheaper ones because the chain is the link that transfer power from the crankset in front to the rear wheel.
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<br />The above pictures show products that are no longer being produced by shimano but they represent great value and they are more durable than the more modern components that are widely available in the market currently. They are slightly heavier than modern stuffs but they last longer due to more material used.
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<br />Here is a picture showing an old bike that has been upgraded…
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<br />The rest of the bike are all originals. The owner is a happy rider and he clocks miles everyday! Total cost….RM700.
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<br />The next upgrade, if you want to do is for the shifting mechs and brake. But they really are not necessary ifyou can live with what you already have. If a friction shifter works for you then it is not necessary to upgrade to an indexed one. Brake system is just to stop your bike. If it works then it is doing its intended job.
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<br /></div><div>Note: Article contributed by Hisham Mohd Mukhtar. He is running a bicycle shop in UPM at Gate 5 - Black Cup. He specializes in rebuilding bike from junkyard to bring it back to life.</div>azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-11606048710440139742011-08-26T07:58:00.015+08:002011-09-01T03:32:24.878+08:00Bicycle for transportation purposesI was being asked recently during a radio interview (BFM 89.9 fm) what would be the suitable bike for commuting to work? Well, it can be any bike. You can go for road bike, mountain bike, folding bike, City bike, Mini bike, Fixed Gear bike, etc. It all depends on your preference and situation. The most important thing is you need to enjoy your ride with the bike. Or else in no time, you will quit riding! From my observation, most of us bought a bike that is not practical for commuting and utility purposes. What being sold in the market was mainly focusing on cycling as a sport or leisure. You need to establish your scenario so that you can select the suitable bike. <div>
<br /></div><div>There are a few simple rules that you need to observe:</div><div>
<br /></div><div>1. Safe Parking
<br />If you need a bike that you can safely parked without worrying much, then you should consider buying used bike. I would highly recommend steel bike e.g the old Lerun diamond shape steel bike. As long as you don't find any major fault like cracked frame, or required extensive repair, the bike would be good for your commuting purpose. You could also consider buying Japanese recondition bike. A folding bike is another good option as you can carry it wherever you go.</div><div>
<br /></div><div>2. Ability to hold luggage</div><div>If you do not want to burden your shoulder with backpack or with messenger bag, then you should consider fixing basket on your handle bar or a rear carrier. A Japanese recondition bike is the best for this purpose. Most of the old steel bike also have the braze-ons for you to fix the carrier and basket.</div><div>
<br /></div><div>3. Riding position</div><div>If you prefer an upright riding position which is more relax and would be willing to go for slower speed, then a Japanese recondition bike or folding bike would be a good option. A steel mountain bike riding position is normally slightly forward, so you could go faster.
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<br /></div><div>What would be my pick?</div><div>If you need a practical bike for commuting and utility use, I personally favour the used steel diamond shape mountain bike (Lerun or other reputable brand). It is an excellent multipurpose bike. Throw in a rack and panniers, and it can become a very reliable touring bike. Try to look around at the junkyard, your neighborhood for grounded bike, or at your local bike shop. If you are lucky enough you could get a brand new old stock Lerun for a very good bargain price. Make sure it's the older generation if it's Lerun bike. The new generation is not so good. Do minimum repairs to bring it back to life. Try it out for a few rides to see whether it suits you or not. If the components is still in acceptable conditions, then just leave it as it is, till it really worn out.</div><div>
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<br /></div><div>The Japanese recondition bike is also a good option. Even though it's a used bike, it's built is very sturdy as it's meant for day to day use. It it much more durable compared to the cheap bike being sold in market that are of comparable price as the latter bike is normally fitted with low quality materials and components. The price range of the Japanese recondition bike would be between RM 200 - RM450 depending on the design and components fitted to the bike.</div><div>
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<br /></div><div>Folding bike is also a great option because of it's ability to fold. It is allowed in the LRT. I would recommend either 16" or 20" model. The biggest advantage of folding bike is the ability to integrate your commute into alternative transport. Since you can fold the bike and carry it with you, it is virtually thief-proof.</div><div>
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<br /></div><div>If you don't carry much stuff and prefer to carry it on your shoulder, then you could opt for fixed gear bike or fixie. A reasonable quality and nice looking fixed bike is normally around RM500-RM800.</div><div>
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<br /></div>azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-62976296723833835542011-07-31T03:19:00.004+08:002011-07-31T03:37:19.160+08:00Cycling for Stomach<i>Some Cycle as Passion, Some for fun, Some for Sports, Some to Commute & Some because they don't have any other alternative. They need to push it hard empty Stomach & do peddling for there family's Stomach. They are people around us, serving us for different services, directly or indirectly using Cycle. They are never considered as environment friendly even they never burnt a single drop of petrol/ diesel to commute. They are Part of our cycling community. Cycling is Hobby of Rich & Art of Poor. The tough art, they need to perform always, sometime under encroaching sun, heavy rain & chilling cold only on Cycle. Lets meet People for whom Cycling is a Weapon for Struggle of life. By pankajsisodiya YouTube user.<br /></i><br />Even though the video were about the people in India, but it's still very much the same for some Malaysians especially in the smaller town.<br /><br /><iframe width="425" height="344" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/gHIfg3_ljd8?fs=1" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen=""></iframe>azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-49736407710449743132011-07-07T17:43:00.013+08:002011-09-01T03:34:48.950+08:00Commuting bike should not be expensive<div>I am writing this post with reference to a comment from Cheong. For now, I will address on the bicycle maintenance issue.</div><div>
<br /></div><div>I will try to answer his comments based on my personal experience and whatever knowledge I have on bicycle.</div><div>
<br /></div><div>Yes, I do agree that cycling in Malaysia is being regarded more as a hobby rather than a necessity. A bicycle for a hobby purposes definitely would be expensive. It's all depends on your needs. Personally, I , myself can't afford for such kind of bike and not to forget the maintenance required.</div><div>
<br /></div><div>The bike that I use for my commuting or rather for transportation is an old beater steel bike. I have 2 bikes that I use regularly i.e An old steel mountain bike that I purchased for RM200 and a fixed bike converted from and old road bike. I bought the frame for RM80 but end up spending in total RM65o. I made a mistake intially, because I fitted it with 12 speed gearing system before converting it into a fixed bike. Nowadays, you can get a brand new fixed bike at a much lower price.</div><div>
<br /></div><div>The cost of maintaining my bike was very minimal. I remembered that I only changed the fork as the original fork was cracked. I bought a 2nd hand fork for RM70. The other thing that I changed was the crank arm as the original crank arm was loose after I used the bike for a while. The brand new crank arm was RM65. So total cost of acquisition for the bike would be RM335. So far, I have been using the bike for 4 years and been clocking more than 3,000 km. I don't really recall, the cost of maintaining the bike as I didn't have a record for it. But it is very minimal. I do change the tire maybe twice during this period of 4 years. That's all.</div><div>
<br /></div><div>For the fixed bike, after 4 years, I only changed the chain. Tires twice as well during the period of 4 years if I am not mistaken. </div><div>
<br /></div><div>Maintaining a bicycle for transportation purposes should not be expensive. If you bought a brand new bike, what is needed is to clean the chain which you can personally do it. Just buy RM1 to RM2 of petrol for you to clean up the chain. You also need to buy chain lube. I bought a can of chain lube for RM28 and it still last till now after 4 years. You need to allocate maybe about RM1 to RM2 a day for future replacement for you moving parts i.e crank, hub, bottom bracket and chain. If you clean your chain regularly, you can use your bike for about 1 and a half to 2 years before you need to change your moving parts.</div><div>
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<br />Converted Fixed Gearazizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-88994656655466566542011-04-14T23:50:00.002+08:002011-04-14T23:52:21.861+08:00Sorry for long silence. Will write soonI have been extremely busy. So can't update my blog for a long time. I will be writing soon.azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-87293495931194859782010-05-22T01:26:00.007+08:002013-07-26T12:58:03.751+08:00Bicycle is King-Public Transport is ExpensiveRiding a bike is the most economical and efficient way of moving around. I am writing a series of why bicycling is KING comparatively to taking the public transport. I have tried the public transport not for 1 day, 1 week or even 1 month but for 1 and a half years. I really had enough. <br />
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My case study or analysis is based on my personal experience and<br />
the distance is 25km radius one way.<br />
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1. Public transport is expensive:<br />
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a) Rural areas- eg From my house to the Bus Terminal in town the distance is 4 about miles, I have to pay RM1.20 per trip. <br />
So to and fro would be RM2.40. If I work for 20days it would be RM48 a month. A year would be RM576.<br />
Riding a bike would only take me about 20 minutes at a moderate pace. It also gives me the opportunity/power to stop wherever I like without incurring extra cost.<br />
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b) Urban areas-eg From USJ to Central Market, the bus fare is RM2.00 per trip. So to and fro would be RM4. Per month would be RM80 (20 working days). A year would be RM960. <br />
Time taken to reach destination is about 45min to 1 hour. Riding a bike would take me about 1 hour 15min at a speed of 20km/hr. So it's not much different in terms of time to travel. I have not included the time waiting for the bus especially during off peak hours.<br />
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I will write more about the fun and freedom of riding a bike comparatively taking the public transport.azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com24tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-52875485925555572672010-04-27T00:46:00.023+08:002010-05-10T00:12:58.153+08:00Fixie on motorbike=it's only RM4Since I don't like to take my bike with my car, I always have problem joining rides that requires me to come very early in the morning or leaving late at night after the rides. Costing wise, for instance to drive to Putrajaya to join the Putrajaya Critical Mass, it would cost me around RM21.40 i.e RM15 (petrol) and RM6.40 (Toll). If i use my motorbike (Honda EX5), it would cost me only RM2 (petrol) for that trip. So to solve the problem and to save cost, I have designed a simple bike carrier that uses 2 wooden sticks that you can find at your backyard. I just use 6 bungee cords to tie the bike and the DIY carrier which I bought at the night market for only RM4.<br /><br /><br />Before you start tying the carrier and the bicycle, make sure your motorbike tank is FULL.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyfGGdXGbFGjVQKvIeEMSh9K3yEg3B6jfJNdPh_-jlTyKOD0g1uwwaekd6NPEI1ewKLuf5r292ZzFPfdFItQD6af7cHNFvGjZwPq4u88TxG1yuJ77j323Jo_NMRTz9OToVBm1WWwXd___g/s1600/11102009(007).jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457432138301382946" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyfGGdXGbFGjVQKvIeEMSh9K3yEg3B6jfJNdPh_-jlTyKOD0g1uwwaekd6NPEI1ewKLuf5r292ZzFPfdFItQD6af7cHNFvGjZwPq4u88TxG1yuJ77j323Jo_NMRTz9OToVBm1WWwXd___g/s320/11102009(007).jpg" border="0" /></a><br />It's only RM4 for this 6 bungee cords<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5AzvPEMKgrlYP0pKYqKRAmYeD8o_cy89UbzFWNagMsA14Lhoc2XdAIsUGwZgxlMe7irGIsGynwmnYDctMM49TLNJTk6I7yDKD29EIk3ikwAdsr7pFtcX8KI2g5Xq_jtsim93dyFu2BFw1/s1600-h/15082009(005).jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387496635349654498" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5AzvPEMKgrlYP0pKYqKRAmYeD8o_cy89UbzFWNagMsA14Lhoc2XdAIsUGwZgxlMe7irGIsGynwmnYDctMM49TLNJTk6I7yDKD29EIk3ikwAdsr7pFtcX8KI2g5Xq_jtsim93dyFu2BFw1/s320/15082009(005).jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Put the 2 wooden sticks across and tie it with 3 bungee cords (indicated by 2 reds and 1 blue bungee cords) to the GIVI motorbike rack<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir7uzFVPs1CPJ0wzOyeADVg6rF18Oa7cn_W1CvkqfWvjtHrb_chv_Tl8NSxiObXp215Nynn9iiID-AXXdF_iYlY-AaQQl4rHHDi0kioYk9o7aQhD2Mmte8vV2fCUtQF8iWDwsF4Zhp1RTk/s1600/11102009.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457431185852529938" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir7uzFVPs1CPJ0wzOyeADVg6rF18Oa7cn_W1CvkqfWvjtHrb_chv_Tl8NSxiObXp215Nynn9iiID-AXXdF_iYlY-AaQQl4rHHDi0kioYk9o7aQhD2Mmte8vV2fCUtQF8iWDwsF4Zhp1RTk/s320/11102009.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Position the bike slanting across the carrier<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd10odlcglwnigPKk3MnxMsiZRf9fVIoeDxbGKyttqoHF7QjjEtD1df5yQJgxb6nxIa-IQvBhkOctIFOfywteO5bpCayOq1rxSvhrMvLYpbZMaEoiPmBAmYqH9CvyD8-kph6bRMK8bEy-e/s1600/11102009(003).jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457431210951860242" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgd10odlcglwnigPKk3MnxMsiZRf9fVIoeDxbGKyttqoHF7QjjEtD1df5yQJgxb6nxIa-IQvBhkOctIFOfywteO5bpCayOq1rxSvhrMvLYpbZMaEoiPmBAmYqH9CvyD8-kph6bRMK8bEy-e/s320/11102009(003).jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Make sure your crank are parallel and tie the chain with string.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUmmbynrEDJXa8g8uosNYzZlNceQJ6r4fLyhvebdC75HOsQpohpfkHv66qA815d_NFtJWFH2zyHsU255mrNIBa7QWsaplvdnstniAMsmjGaOPno2qQbsnZKs6NVhlTsNBItt71RNrb1TD9/s1600/11102009(001).jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457431194027713010" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUmmbynrEDJXa8g8uosNYzZlNceQJ6r4fLyhvebdC75HOsQpohpfkHv66qA815d_NFtJWFH2zyHsU255mrNIBa7QWsaplvdnstniAMsmjGaOPno2qQbsnZKs6NVhlTsNBItt71RNrb1TD9/s320/11102009(001).jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Tie the seat tube to the carrier<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisUqAq8mEnYmYYUOR7o4SZne60PiMRvnY9ONGcFPBDTlBrk6k17LsLKmw_Mlwt6IkHovLMi5efwk4szcJgHRU0RUz0fIuEAFgXhj79YYc36gIsQ23vlhu9A7iLTXM2PCZeYMUroVZzzN9l/s1600/11102009(002).jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457431199291368850" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisUqAq8mEnYmYYUOR7o4SZne60PiMRvnY9ONGcFPBDTlBrk6k17LsLKmw_Mlwt6IkHovLMi5efwk4szcJgHRU0RUz0fIuEAFgXhj79YYc36gIsQ23vlhu9A7iLTXM2PCZeYMUroVZzzN9l/s320/11102009(002).jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Tie the handlebar, top tube and downtube with the bungee cord to the GIVI motorbike rack<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMdLxme6wZt1yzqsKARINNqazNmZjT2LZpAtXywrk9vWUP5g9yo2XRIzSpEXaL1LZvN0R4-lyrCa78ixo4EVc2PG8JlCy45d8xISSP-RZ4iJQfFy67wYOxzPHitM7mZVNMSAyEf9EbaBvB/s1600/11102009(004).jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5457431200105145202" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMdLxme6wZt1yzqsKARINNqazNmZjT2LZpAtXywrk9vWUP5g9yo2XRIzSpEXaL1LZvN0R4-lyrCa78ixo4EVc2PG8JlCy45d8xISSP-RZ4iJQfFy67wYOxzPHitM7mZVNMSAyEf9EbaBvB/s320/11102009(004).jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Tie the wheelset with the bungee cord to the GIVI motorbike rack<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7hcIX8W9rCNE0GSEN7dcd1xYKsvRfCeABDY5DmN1bko4tmsQiTFgKiufkywVFWbA8JI7EjHEnZDo6QmtjI_iGdNpLu9cNcyCjl3A78BzJ6CT7ialxu92eAqP5FrrDmIko4mvaRjg37sr5/s1600-h/15082009(001).jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387496412771313682" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7hcIX8W9rCNE0GSEN7dcd1xYKsvRfCeABDY5DmN1bko4tmsQiTFgKiufkywVFWbA8JI7EjHEnZDo6QmtjI_iGdNpLu9cNcyCjl3A78BzJ6CT7ialxu92eAqP5FrrDmIko4mvaRjg37sr5/s320/15082009(001).jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Completed view from rear<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0zROCDD_2kGV5Q_2GJL1Kc-9VyERkb_k4Hdg6jjcsRnn_f0VzR0iYyOKUhxyspEfvzSGVUdjQUim2VSPlblXuxSosypW8F_xB-uDGV4-w2jaMNQQKIU34MmopR0AjNGvHmee1JzG2gKQF/s1600-h/15082009.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5387496402339067362" style="CURSOR: hand" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0zROCDD_2kGV5Q_2GJL1Kc-9VyERkb_k4Hdg6jjcsRnn_f0VzR0iYyOKUhxyspEfvzSGVUdjQUim2VSPlblXuxSosypW8F_xB-uDGV4-w2jaMNQQKIU34MmopR0AjNGvHmee1JzG2gKQF/s320/15082009.jpg" border="0" /></a><br />Completed view from side<br /><br /><br />Shake the motorbike to ensure that the bike is firmly secured (QC)! To ensure that you will not scratch you bicycle, you need to cover some of the parts that are in contact with the GIVI motorbike rack and DIY carrier.<br /><br />I know that some people has done something better than my version. But it's okay. At the moment, it's solved my problem. I will try to improve it in the future.azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-21821706571027555162010-03-08T21:11:00.013+08:002010-03-08T22:09:47.778+08:00Use your front brake only and save more!I have been using my front brake only for braking for the past 2 years and so far no untoward incidents happen. Since I am riding at an average speed of 20km/hr, stopping my bike is not a problem at all. Ever since I learned this technique from the <a href="http://sheldonbrown.com/brakturn.html#frontorrear">late Sheldon Brown website</a>, I will not have to replace the rear brake pad for a long long time.<br /><br /><br /><br />I am a fan of V-brake for its low and easy maintenance. My brake pad normally cost me about RM5-10 a pair. I don't use all those expensive brake pads as I just use "Chap Ayam" (ordinary) rims. Commuting bike does not require all those high performance brakes and rims. So start learning the technique of using your front brake and you could save more!azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-10197678872092791192010-01-05T23:31:00.004+08:002010-01-05T23:55:59.913+08:00cyclefriday slow ride is back! 8th January 2010I have been extremely busy for the past 6 months and could not organise the Teh Tarik Session as well as the slow ride. So now let's join the fun and enjoy the city ride.<br /><br /><br />Meeting place: Pelita near KLCC<br /><br />Meeting Time: 6pm onwards for Teh Tarik session.<br /><br />Ride start: 8.30pm<br /><br />Ride duration: about 1 hour.<br /><br /><br />Route: Pelita ---> Jln Yap Kwan Seng---> Jln Tun Razak---> Jln Pahang (GHKL) --->Chow Kit ---> Jln Tuanku Abdul Rahman ---> Dataran Merdeka ---> KTM ---> Central Market ---> Petaling Street ---> Puduraya ---> Berjaya Times Square ---> Bukit Bintang ---> KLCC<br /><br /><br />Note: Not suitable for road bikes coz it's gonna be too slow.azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8699820894771340122.post-76532723016674731252009-08-10T00:17:00.004+08:002010-01-05T23:31:46.062+08:00cyclefriday! The Merdeka Slow Ride 14th August 2009It's The Merdeka Slow Ride! Come and Join us for the fun.<br /><br /><br />Meeting place: Pelita near KLCC<br /><br />Meeting Time: 6pm onwards for Teh Tarik session.<br /><br />Ride start: 8.30pm<br /><br />Ride duration: about 1 hour.<br /><br />Note: Not suitable for road bikes coz it's gonna be too slow.azizan abd azizhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/00006236163126455346noreply@blogger.com7