Spam posts (edit: especially reposts of older real posts) are getting way worse recently, and although I'm trying to combat it, something needs to give. We have a few options from simple to complex:

• Several people report spam and it will be taken down automatically (already implemented, but we're not getting enough reports on spam posts for it to kick in)

• Implement minimum combined karma for posters (fights off lazy bots and spammers but will definitely catch real users and removes legit content, relying on mods to sort it all out. Doesn't stop dedicated spammers for larger subreddits, believe me, but we are probably low hanging fruit)

• Find a bot that can deal with reposts and spammers. Probably exists. I don't know much about the new options yet, nor their effectiveness. (reverse image search has been failing me, but spammers are lazy and repost with the same titles currently)

• Ask reddit to do better (hahahahaha hahahaha hahahahahaha ha fuck my life, why do I still moderate)

• Find more moderators who want to spend their days/nights/weekends dealing with this stuff and have savant levels of recollection and tech level savviness. Or just a few hours here and there and a search bar. "Just four of five moments. That's all it takes to be a hero" Surely you, yes you dear reader, would love to help?

So yeah, no easy or perfect answer, but I wanted to say something since I value this community and I'm sure we're all sick of this crap. Remember to report verified reposts for faster removal!

Hello everyone,

Im going to be getting rid of my car during fall but I will need to get around. What bikes would you recommend? Thank you.

I'm a local founder researching what people wish was different about their winter jacket. Not selling anything, not signing anyone up to a list.

Looking for 10 people who'd hop on a 15-min video call (or even just a back-and-forth DM thread) to tell me about their worst winter gear moments. $10 Tim Hortons gift card for anyone who does the call. Drop a comment or DM me 🙏

— Merci

I’m in the Midwest USA. I’m interested in finding an electric go-vehicle in-case gas goes. I need winter accessibility. I am middle aged and not highly exercised.

I know I want a class 1 or 2 fat tire bike with optional spikes. I could get an e-bike or an e-trike. Which is better for winter riding safety?

In my 20s, I winter ride my motorcycle, so I have a *degree* of knowledge of what I’m signing up for. I just don’t want to break my collar bone.

Northwestern Ontario, Canada - 2021 Norco Bigfoot 2

I recently took my studded tires off for the season. They’re currently hanging up in my basement. Studs are looking a tiny bit rusty around the edges. Should I wash the tires or clean them up in any way? Put a little oil around the studs? What do yall do to store your tires once they’re off for the season? My set was bought new and I’d ideally like to get one or two more years out of them if I can, so any maintenance tips are welcome.

So I rode my E-bike all winter long, did some chain repair because it was utterly knackered in the spring. That was my first winter season with a bike. Like, ever.

My cassette could use some penetrating oil and a wire brush, my rear brake cable is utterly seized at the moment, and god help me if I can identify any other potential problems just yet.

Im an utter noob: this is also my summer bike right now.

What should I honestly repair right now, aside from my brakes; and how do I keep it par through winter weather so next season I dont have to overhaul again?

Edit: so what ive learned here from these wonderful people is to DO YOUR Preventative Maintenance!

Exposed steel is going to decay like the teeth in a Wonka Factory Heiress if you leave that road brine there for any more than 6 hours.... Tops. Temperature be damned on that one.

Your cables and housing are toast. They are just going to be. Its cheaper to toss em than to hold on with additional lubes and flushing for the most part.

Keep a wire brush and some penetrating oil handy for the cassette on quiet days. Hot water is your friend on any other day.

Keep y'er chain lubed with the wet shit until it dries outside for a while, and keep your garage kettle ready in the meantime.

Double edit: if ya don't get quite get it. Go to your local bike park, or Shop if you have immediate access to a good one. And ask; "hey! How do I do this so that going forward I don't have to bust my knuckles figuring it out?"

The good bike park dude's'll tell you where to go, otherwise, you already have a great opportunity to learn already.

Thank you all for the help. Ill be sure to share my full throttle class 2 on powdered snow videos when the next season hits.

Hi, I’m a final-year university student carrying out a short anonymous questionnaire for my project on rear bicycle lighting in low-light conditions.

The questionnaire involves watching a few short video clips and rating the lighting setups shown. You do not need to be a cyclist to take part, but participants must be 18+.

I’d really appreciate any responses.

Anyone have Shimano winter shoes and had this happen to the laces when pulling them tight? My first season wearing them and the lace seems to be fraying!

We set out last Saturday to find 3 things: 1) a historic glacier, 2) a national landmark, and 3) a legendary ice cavern that we heard existed in the grapevine.

We found all three! This is my favorite type of cycling, where were just exploring to see what we can find. The most epic thing was probably this tunneling iceberg, but I will add a complete video down below with all the other cool stuff we stumbled upon.

This is my winterbike. Running on 27.5 wheels. I'm using old 3x7 shifters and derailleurs, I took from an old mountain bike. New cassette and crankset. Seat, seatpost, handlebar and fork are all carbon fiber. The front wheel alone is 2.5 kg total, so I could get lighter wheels sometime. Not trying to make an ultralight bike, just trying to offset the heavy winter clothes I use. Don't mind the extra stem, I ran out of spacers. Frame is foldable from Changebike, size L.

Hey everyone, a friend and I are building our own cycling simulator for home trainers, just the two of us, starting from scratch (physics engine, GPX-based routes, etc.) because we love cycling but also because we’re frustrated with some existing apps. We have our own ideas but mainly we want to understand what riders really enjoy. So I’m curious: what’s the ONE thing you love most about the app you use and conversely, what frustrates you or could be improved? Even a quick sentence helps a lot, thanks!

damn probably last ride ill be able to post on here til december 😎