Best products from r/CyclePDX
We found 15 comments on r/CyclePDX discussing the most recommended products. We ran sentiment analysis on each of these comments to determine how redditors feel about different products. We found 15 products and ranked them based on the amount of positive reactions they received. Here are the top 20.
1. Cygolite Hotshot– High Power 2 Watt Bike Taillight– 6 Night & Daytime Modes– User Tuneable Flash Speed– Compact Design– IP64 Water Resistant– Secured Hard Mount– USB Rechargeable– Great for Busy Roads
- Powerful 2 watt red LED bike tail light with adjustable brightness and flash speeds. Patent pending adjustable flash tempo and brightness lets you maximize motorist awareness with its unique and easy to use 2 button control.
- 5 exclusive night and day modes provide enhanced safety : Steady - Zoom - DayLightning Flash - Triple Flash - Random Flash. Wide range Run time of 4 1/2 to 500 hours with flash tempo adjustment
- Stand out in broad daylight with DayLighting Flash mode. This one-of-a-kind flash mode acts as daytime running lights for ultimate cyclist safety
- Built to endure road cycling conditions with durable & water resistant body, and hard seat post & seat stay mounts, all while keeping a compact form & weighing only 55 grams. Designed for convenience with USB rechargeable design & low battery indicator
- Hard seat post mount and seat stay mount attaches securely
- Designed, engineered, and assembled in the USA. Founded in 1991, Cygolite is the proven bicycle light experts with exclusive designs and innovations crafted into quality products that are on the leading edge of safety
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2. Light & Motion Vis 360 Light
- Bulb Type: LED
Power Source: rechargeable lithium-ion battery
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Batteries Included:
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Lumens: 120
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Recommended Use: touring, commuting
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3. Schwinn Discover Hybrid Bike for Men and Women, 21-Speed, 28-inch Wheels, 18-inch/Medium Frame, Black
- Schwinn suspension fork, alloy crank, City rise adjustable stem with back sweep handlebar
- 21-speed SRAM grip shifter and rear derailleur mean that pedaling up a hill is easier; Alloy twist shifter compatible 4 finger brake levers
- Promax alloy linear pull brakes, gear carrier, Adjust the angle (rise) of the alloy Ahead stem
- Swept-back upright handlebars, padded seat, aluminum frame is lighter and yet durable, fenders keep dirt off the rider
- Fenders keep dirt off the rider and Rear carrier for convenient city riding
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4. The Friendly Swede Balaclava Face Mask Ultimate Protection Neck Gaiter Bandana (Standard/Nordic/Arctic)
CHOOSE YOUR VERSION: STANDARD – Autumn or spring activities when you need extra face protection, eg. running, or comfort under your helmet. NORDIC - Soft and adds warmth, for autumn to winter climate, skiing and biking, below 40°F. ARCTIC - Extra windproof front panel, provides the best comfort a...
5. PEARL iZUMi Men's ELITE Gel Glove, Black, Large
- PERFORMANCE: Padded cycling gloves for men with gel foam provide vibration damping and feature a 1:1 gel foam pad placement that’s die-cut to match the hand’s anatomy for optimal support
- COMFORT: Gel-foam padding relieves pressure on Ulnar and Median nerves for riding comfort. Hook and loop closure for perfect fit
- DURABLE: Synthetic leather palm is soft and durable
- BREATHABLE: Mens bicycle gloves are made from a blend of materials that offer superior breathability
- VERSATILE: Whether on the road, in the gym, or on the mountain trail, these short fingered/fingerless bike gloves for men are great for any ride
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6. Grand Trunk Ultralight Camping Hammock - Lightweight and Portable Travel Hammock for Camping, Hiking, Backpacking and Other Travel, Forest Green
- PERFECT STARTER HAMMOCK: Ultralight and comfortable, take it anywhere and anytime. Whether you just need to relax in your backyard or take a break during a hike, this hammock has got you covered.
- SINGLE USE: With weight capacity at 300lbs and dimensions of 9'6" x 4'6", the single hammock is ideal for the young adventurer.
- DURABLE: Equipped with triple-lock stitched seams and 2 nautical-grade carabiners to get you all set up.
- EASY TO TRANSPORT: When you are all done using the single hammock, fold it up and place it right back into its carry bag and you are on your way.
- IDEAL GIFT: Grand Trunk Hammocks are the perfect gift for adventurers both young and old. Take a nap, read a book, relax and more with this stylin' hammock.
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7. ENO, Eagles Nest Outfitters DryFly Rain Tarp, Ultralight Hammock Accessory, Navy
- Rain, rain, go away: The DryFly Rain Tarp is made of polyurethane-treated ripstop nylon and features the best water-shedding capabilities. Stay dry and cozy all night long.
- Safe from any storm: Features a unique shape and a spacious interior with all the headroom you could ask for, providing an allover coverage area to keep you and your gear dry.
- Adventure ready: Weighing only 22 ounces, the DryFly has a built-in stuff sack, making it super easy to take on trips or store when not in use.
- Keep your gear dry: The DryFly Rain Tarp is versatile and durable, making it the perfect shelter for your tarp, to protect your gear, clothes, backcountry kitchen, or your furry friend.
- Please note: ENO attempts to reduce potential waste by using every bit of fabric available in production, so the color of the stuff sack and stitching might vary from what is pictured. (Tarps do not come with stakes. Stakes are sold separately.)
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8. Cygolite Expilion 680 USB Bicycle Headlight
Super bright 680 lumens, integrating Cree's 2nd generation XM-L LED with custom TIR optics for wider beam spread and greater throwSwappable Li-ion battery stick swaps on-the-fly for extended run times, charging and low battery indicators on top of the headlight for easy reference8 versatile lighting...
9. Panasonic RP-BTGS10-A Premium Bluetooth Wireless Water-Resistant Open-Ear Headphones, Blue/Yellow
- Enjoy music and still hear your surroundings with open ear headphone technology
- Use rain or shine - water resistant against rain and sweat
- Listen wirelessly via Bluetooth and experience premium sound from aptX-enabled devices
- Innovative outside-the-ear headphone technology sends music from cheek bones to inner ear
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10. prAna - Men's Stretch Zion Lightweight, Durable, Water Repellent Pants for Hiking and Everyday Wear
THE ROLL-UP PANT: The Stretch Zion Pant takes every adventure head-on; Made with our original Stretch Zion fabric and featuring roll-up leg snaps, you can tackle the crag and have beers after tooCASUAL STYLE: Rugged, simple design in neutral colors that pair well with anything; Features an adjustabl...
11. JVCC REF-7 Engineering Grade Reflective Tape: 1/2 in. x 30 ft. (Yellow)
JVCC REF-7 Engineering Grade Reflective Tape is used for safety applications as well as entertainment industry use as spike tape or "daytime" glow tape. Reflective Tape is primarily designed for permanent and temporary traffic signage and features an enclosed lens retroreflective urethane film coate...
12. CAT Crap Litter Box
- Anti Fog & Lens Cleaner
- Made In USA
- STAY IN THE CLEAR - To use the anti-fog spray, simply apply on, then wipe off for improved clarity. This one-ounce tub holds enough Cat Crap for multiple uses.
- TRAVEL-FRIENDLY - Whether you're skiing, cycling, hiking, etc, it easily fits in your bag or pocket for easy-access wherever and whenever you need it.
- SAFE FOR ANY LENS - Cat Crap's formula is safe to use on all lenses, including eyeglasses, sunglasses, ski goggles, safety goggles, swimming goggles, and a variety of other types of eyewear.
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13. Self Adhesive Fake Mustache Novelty - Set of 36 - by Blue Ridge Novelty
- 36 Pack Fake Mustaches
- Costume & Party Disguise
- 12 Different Designs
- Self-Adhesive
- Product includes 3 of the pictured units, for 36 mustaches total
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14. Salzmann 3M Spoke Reflectors for Bicycles | High Visibility| Made with 3M Scotchlite | 36 Pieces
- Made with 3M Scotchlite reflective material with a reflective rate of 560 cd/lux.
- 360° reflection helps to increase your visibility at night and in low light weather conditions.
- The reflectors are 2.7 inches long and come in a pack of 36 pieces.
- Extremely easy to apply, no tools are required. Simply push the reflector on to the spoke until it clicks and pull off to remove.
- Suitable for all standard spokes, please be aware that these spoke reflectors have not been designed for bladed spokes.
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15. Qiorange Outdoor Sports Mask Filter Air Pollutant for Bicycle Riding Traveling Open-air Activities Protective Universal
Easy replaceable filters.Designed with a non-woven cloth, filter to screen out air pollutant like dusts and vehicle fumes.Replaceable and washable filter, and is designed to be effective for at least 3 months in normal daily use.Designed with two one-way valves to allow easier exhalation of heat, wa...
Waterproof gloves.
I know you said you have shoes, but these covers are reasonable. I'm not a huge fan of the color, but winter above the 45 parallel is a dark time of the year and a little extra "I'M HERE" never hurts.
This jacket might seem a little expensive, however I own a few Shower Pass items and cannot say enough good stuff about the quality, durability and comfort of their gear. In my book, they are one of the best wet weather bike clothing outfits around.
There are a TON of options for lighting. Basically you want something on the front that is 400 Lumen or better. For the rear, I've been buying Cygolite's Hot Shot for years. They've always delivered and I've actually had several riders comment on how visible they make me to traffic.
Not sure if that model Schwinn has braze ons for a rear rack? Would strongly recommend adding one and getting a bag if you do. It's really nice not having the weight on one's back in the wet. Good luck, and welcome to the non-fair weather cycling gang. :D
My Portland rainy season VIP pieces of gear:
Vis 360 helmet light - Especially when it gets dark, this makes such a big difference navigating downtown. Cars see me much easier since the lights are up higher, and not fixed, and it's nice to have more visibility on the potholes and road debris.
Prana Stretch Zion pants - Not waterproof, but water-resistant, and very quick drying. Snaps for rolling up pant legs. Gusseted crotch so you're not sitting on a seam. Breathable and ventilated. Super durable. And they look like normal pants. They're also great for hiking.
Marmot Precip Jacket - I have a hard time buying a bike-specific jacket, a hiking jacket, and a snowsports jacket. So this one does triple duty for hiking, biking, and just walking around. Cheap, waterproof, breathable, and lots of venting options.
Icebreaker BodyFitZone long sleeve crew - Spendy if it's not on sale, but so comfy. Merino wool is basically the fabric of the elves. Keeps you warm when it's cold, breathes well so you won't overheat when it's warm, and doesn't stink even after days of riding.
I was just looking at bikes on craigslist yesterday. There are a ton of great bikes to be had. Sometimes you find the "I got this bike thinking I was going to ride it but it's just been sitting in my garage so I'm selling it for $75" or "Love my bike but I have to move and it needs to be sold right now. $100 obo." Also, I saw one guy that does refurbs on classic bikes and gets all the parts in excellent working order. If you got an 80's era schwinn or something that was all tuned and ready to go, you'd be in great shape.
EDIT: Also I looked on ebay and found a ton. In addition, if you're dead set on a new bike, try amazon.com and search by highest rated bikes. You could do the same at REI, but they'll be more expensive I think. EDIT AGAIN: Like this new Schwinn from Amazon: http://amzn.com/B0030U8SU6
My setup, that I've been rocking for a couple of years with a few improvements ahead of this winter:
Showers Pass Crosspoint Softshell gloves (add glove liners for colder days, use glove liner only for warmer/drier days). Probably want to go one size up from a snug fit to accommodate the liners. I love these gloves SO MUCH. Best pair of gloves I've ever owned, of any kind, hands-down. I just bought a second pair for backpacking and general winter thrashing.
REI's house brand rain pants and suspenders instead of the drawstring that most pants come with (the brand doesn't matter a whole lot as long as it's a 2.5 layer fabric and you like the fit)
Showers Pass Refuge jacket. As above, what really matters here is the 2.5 layer construction and whatever fit you like. If you just get 2- or 1.5- layer gear, the PU waterproof liner rubs off and you're stuck endlessly re-applying Nikwax for sub-par waterproofing.
Historically I've used PowerGrips toe straps and waterproof Rockport Rugged Bucks dress shoes or low-top hiking boots, but this year I picked up a pair of Giro Alpineduro waterproof cycling boots that take SPD clips.
When it gets colder I use a balaclava (this Nordic style one from The Friendly Swede), when it's warmer I'll use one of those ear-covering headbands kinda like this one and a wool Buff.
When it's raining cats and dogs, I wear these lightweight trail running gaiters to keep the splashes out of my low-top shoes.
It all really depends on what level of comfort you want/need. Like any type of outdoor gear, you can spend stupid amounts of money. This one seems really well reviewed and is very inexpensive. Plus it's lighter than even the lightest, most expensive tents.
It wouldn't work for winter camping, but you could buy some netting and something like this and have a really nice set-up for less than $100. Heck, even a tarp and rope could make a serviceable rain fly. It might not pack up really small for the bike, but it's better than nothing.
You're right, it has been 5 days.
At this point, I'm not interested in sending it in because of the lack-of-response when I asked for a quote/estimate. I'm not going to pay shipping and agree to some arbitrary charge that I have no idea the cost of. When I contacted them, I was assuming my options were:
I'm pretty certain the issue with my light is the battery is shot, all I was looking for from customer service was troubleshooting confirmation so I could purchase a new battery with a little more confidence. What I don't want to do is pay $5 for shipping, and have them charge me $30+ for a new battery and then them ask for me to pay to ship it back.
I can't imagine so, I think these would fall apart immediately in water.
edit: something more like this
I'm a fan of this stuff - http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000RKXWQC/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 - haven't seen it at any shops here in PDX.
My rainy day checklist:
Tips for the eye wear:
THE STEED
THE 'STACHES
THE K-CO$T
DONATE ALREADY
This one looks nice
This is another option. I use these spoke reflectors . My rims also have reflective tape.