New Coker

You'd better learn to mount in the dark. That tunnel is pitch black on
the trail. I would just practice learning to mount blindfolded. In fact,
it would be a good idea to just practice riding blindfolded all the
time.

I'm guessing we'll have eight Coker riders and one to three
bicyclists/runners on the 28th.

Steffi looks sharp with her ride, too. What are the saddle details on
that one? Is it a homemade job?

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showard said:

I've been meaning to get a Coker every since I rode Dan Wilson's
(Tellurider) three years ago at the Idaho MUni weekend. That was the
first and last time I've ridden a Coker. A couple weeks ago I ordered
some parts and set out to make myself one.

Looks good!

Is the frame made from stainless steel? Have you used stock bearing
holders or made your own? I am sketching on a 28/29" frame made from
30x10 mm tubing so any detailed photos of your work would be appreciated.

Dude, you got skills.😄 The kind of skills, that most of us would love
to posess. Not to mention some wicked tools. Looks great. If I end up
riding my Coker as much as I anticipate, I might upgrade in the future.

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I rode my new Coker for the first time yesterday evening. I drove to an
area in the hills that I've ridden several times on my 29'er. It's a
gravel road that, except for the first mile, is relatively flat. I
drove past the initial climb and started at the top. I had quite a bit
of trouble mounting the thing but eventually I got it together and took
off down the road.

After about a mile it started to rain so I stopped and put on my rain
shell. I was considering just heading back to the truck but the rain
stopped right away so I continued. At about 3 miles the rain started
again - only this time the heavens opened up and I got completely
soaked. The ride back was kind of dicey since the road was muddy and
water was running everywhere. Not the best conditions for a newbie
Coker rider.

Back at the truck the rain had stopped. The Coker was filthy and I had
a serious stripe up my back from the tire throwning muddy water. I had
only travelled 6 miles.

I decided to try riding some more but on a paved bike path. The rain
had stopped by the time I drove out of the hills so I put in another 7
miles on the bike path for a total of 13 miles for the evening. Some
fun!

I've taken a few pictures of the 'SH_Coker'
(http://gallery.unicyclist.com/sh_coker) in varous stages of
construction.

SH

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showard said:

*I've taken a few pictures of the 'SH_Coker'
(http://gallery.unicyclist.com/sh_coker) in varous stages of
construction.*

A thing of beauty is a joy forever...

What a magnificent piece of work Steve. I'm glad we're about the same
height, so when I start pestering you to let me try it this weekend, at
least THAT won't be one of the excuses you'll have for saying "No".

Nice to see the lamp mount also...you'll need it on Iron Horse, although
if you have a helmet mount setup, you should bring that along. Having
light go where you look is a pretty good thing.

Tom

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The Avid Mech Disc Brake is hot!!!!

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a question (fairly evident to experts but I' m not one ...):
how did you manage to get the seat tilted upwards that way
I saw lot of unis having this ... but no technical details

references and pics welcomed
comments on this practice?

thanks

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tomblackwood said:

*
Nice to see the lamp mount also...you'll need it on Iron Horse,
although if you have a helmet mount setup, you should bring that
along. Having light go where you look is a pretty good thing.*

Yes - I've heard that a helmet mount light is the way to go. The light
I'm using is a home brew that I made several years ago for my bike. I
was able to bend the mounting bracket around and clamp it to the Coker's
seat post. Unfortunately that's all I could cobble up in time. I'm
also bringing a small Mag-Lite just in case because I am a sissy and
afraid of the dark!

Quoted message said:

-Orignally posted by wobbling bear-
*how did you manage to get the seat tilted upwards that way *

For me, tilting the seat up like that makes all the difference in
comfort. One way to get the seat to tilt is use a "rail adapter" with a
bicycle seat post. Rail adapters are available from both unicycle.com
and Bedford Unicycles for both KH and Miyata saddles. Another way is to
stack washers between the seat and top plate of the seat post on the
front two mounting screws. That will raise the front of the seat
somewhat depending on how many washers you can stack up and still get
the nut on. Another option is to buy a GB4 seat post that has the seat
mounting plate welded on at more of an angle that a stock seat post. I
think some people have just bent the mounting plate up on a stock seat
post as well.

SH

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The Iron Horse Trail is wonderful. It's worth the trip. I'm going to
have to do that again someday.

But, it does get so dark (and) because of the turn, you can't see the
light at the end of the tunnel. It's cool (literally and figuratively),
but even with a light, it's hard to mount the uni. ...And that heaving
breathing coming up behind you tends to increase paranoia, unless your
riding blindfolded with ear plugs.

My advice: Ride behind someone going the same speed and keep an eye on
them. You'll see them bump up and down and be prepared for the holes and
you'll know when they hit into the side and avoid it. Most holes are not
large enough to fall completly inside.

Oh, and don't touch the sides.

Have you used the disc brake? A blindfold might make that easier too.

Jer

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Oh man Steve, that looks awesome! Why is the gallery down 90% of the
time these days? I am dying to see your photos... I wish I could fly up
and join all you guys for that ride but am too busy. Why don't you drive
down to Portland for the 'Portland Juggling Festival'
(http://www.portlandjuggers.com) on the weekend of Sept 24-26?

---Nathan

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nathan said:

*Why don't you drive down to Portland for the 'Portland Juggling
Festival' (http://www.portlandjuggers.com) on the weekend of Sept
24-26?*

I can't think of any good reason, so we'll be there.

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