By John Marsh, Editor & Publisher
I realized that in the buildup toward working to get the new site live, we haven’t updated on recent Questions of the Week for a while. I think it’s always enjoyable to see what others think about various cycling issues. So here we go, with a recap of results from the past few weeks, coving a number of different issues: rumble strips, disc brakes, clinchers and tubes, safety as a factor in gear purchases, and bike storage.
As mentioned in the Welcome article earlier, you can access the Question of the Week from either the Home Page or the 3rd column, in the Talk to RBR section.
Ever Ridden on Roads with Rumble Strips?
Yes. There are many where I live. And they are absolutely terrible.
22%
Yeah. I have toured in states that have them. They are a pain.
23%
I have. But I found them to be manageable.
38%
I may have once or twice.
10%
No, I do not ever recall riding on roads with rumbles.
5%
Definitely not.
1%
Something else entirely.
1%
Total votes: 681
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How Likely Are You to Get Disc Brakes on Your Next New Road Bike?
Highly likely. I almost certainly will.
16%
Very likely. I probably will.
12%
Somewhat likely. I am thinking about it but not sure.
23%
Not very likely. I think I will stick with rim brakes.
24%
Highly unlikely. I almost certainly will not.
10%
Disc brakes are not even on my radar.
17%
Total votes: 696
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Clincher Riders: How Many Tubes Do You Carry?
One
54%
Two
39%
Three
4%
I carry more than three if touring, etc.
2%
Sometimes I do not even carry one.
1%
Something else entirely.
1%
Total votes: 773
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Is Safety a Major Factor in Your Purchases of Bike Gear?
Simple answer: Yes. Always.
17%
Most, but not all, of the time.
20%
Sometimes. It depends on the product.
52%
Seldom, but it is an occasional factor.
6%
Not really, no.
4%
Something else entirely.
Total votes: 469
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Where Do You Store Your Bike(s)?
Inside. In the main part of my house.
21%
Inside. In the basement, but climate-controlled.
14%
Inside. In my climate-controlled garage or shed.
9%
Inside. In a basement, shed or garage with no climate control.
54%
Outside. Covered but otherwise in the elements.
1%
Outside. Uncovered.
Something else entirely.
1%
Total votes: 843
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