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Kryptic
Sept 30, 2007 20:04:28 GMT -5
Post by Pony on Sept 30, 2007 20:04:28 GMT -5
...whispering sweet nothings about bearings and tubular tires in your ear!!! Just playing!
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Kryptic
Sept 30, 2007 21:00:07 GMT -5
Post by Ouch on Sept 30, 2007 21:00:07 GMT -5
I call dibs on the other ear.
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Post by kryptic on Oct 1, 2007 3:00:22 GMT -5
Dear readers, remember, it is vital to use LOTS of lubrication to allow those nuts and bolts to slide in smoother! Don’t be afraid to play around with the nipples of your wheels spokes, they are there to keep your rims nice and stiff! If the nipples aren’t stiff, your doing something wrong. Now take a good look at the rear of your wheelchair, is it smooth? Having a smooth curvy rear is quite important! Ditch those anti-tip bars, it will only prevent you from popping them eye catching wheelies! Make sure your push rings have ample grip so that you can grab them hard when you need to. But don’t grab them too hard, otherwise you’ll hands will get red and tender leaving you to heal your wounds in bed all day and night. But if you’re like me, you will be smart and always use protection! Having a good pair of gloves will go a long way to keeping yourself safe! Take good care of your chair, and it will take good care of you! ;D
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Post by Claire on Oct 1, 2007 6:16:35 GMT -5
Ladies, we've got ourselves a live one.
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Kryptic
Oct 1, 2007 11:19:07 GMT -5
Post by E on Oct 1, 2007 11:19:07 GMT -5
I've never been really knowledgeable when it comes to chair stuff -- or disability stuff in general (I'm pretty sure I have spastic CP, but I'm not positive).
However, I do know MY chair. It's a power chair and I've had it a few years. I know every click, bump, and sound. If a noise isn't right, I recognize it immediately. I know how it feels when it moves. If something's wrong, I'm instantly aware. I know exactly how wide it is and can eye-ball spaces I can just baaaarely squeeze through from far away.
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Kryptic
Oct 1, 2007 11:47:00 GMT -5
Post by Ouch on Oct 1, 2007 11:47:00 GMT -5
Well, Kryptic, that just sounded like an infomercial, PSA, and a porn flick all in one. Bravo!
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Kryptic
Oct 1, 2007 14:38:23 GMT -5
Post by lisa on Oct 1, 2007 14:38:23 GMT -5
Kryptic - and all I could say was "wow!"
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Kryptic
Oct 1, 2007 15:41:06 GMT -5
Post by Pony on Oct 1, 2007 15:41:06 GMT -5
Hmmmmmmm, is it getting hot in here, or is someone spinning their blue soft-roll casters???
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Kryptic
Oct 1, 2007 20:26:59 GMT -5
Post by BA on Oct 1, 2007 20:26:59 GMT -5
Kryptic and Fubb, two very uniquely different takes on your mode of transport. Actually, the chair itself is not a big deal to me. I tend not to notice the little details as I am too focused on the gentleman who is in it. What does matter is that is is clean and shiny... but you all know I have kind of a "clean and shiny" fetish.
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Post by kryptic on Oct 2, 2007 1:26:29 GMT -5
AB, if it’s “clean & shiny” that you fancy, then I suspect you’d luv my other chair! I always clean it everyday. And apply no less than 3 coats of soft and creamy wax on it. And when doing maintenance on it, I always take my sweet time to get into all the nooks and crannies, every crack and crevice, paying attention to each and every inch of her, ensuring that my chair is one lean, clean, and shiny machine! Yes indeeedy! When it comes to me chairs, I have somewhat of an OCD complex. Actually, the same goes for my car. And my house. And myself of course! When it’s time to take a bath, I do it slow, I sit low, and always make sure I scrub down below! LOL! But getting back to “tech-talk”, it is also important to use the right…tools…when working on your chair. If you do not yet have a nipple wrench, for gawds sake go out and get yourself one! One never knows when they will need a good reliable nipple wrench! Can you just see it now? You’re out & about pushing merrily in your wheelchair listening to Tom Jones on your ipod when suddenly…DISASTER!!! One of your spokes nipples comes loose or worse, falls off! You need the right tools to wrench that naughty nipple back where it belongs, on your spokes, tight and stiff. But don’t forget the other important tools you will need. A truing stand. You don’t want your rims to be wobbly do you? Well, strap down that disobedient rim, run your fingers against her sides, and feel where all the curves are. Now take your shaft out and slowly guide it inside the insides of your rim. Does it feel tight in there? Or is it loose? Make your adjustments accordingly. And for those of you who don’t have sealed bearings in your wheels, GO AND GET SOME! You don’t want your balls falling on the floor and rolling away from you! While traditional steel balls are good, get yourself some magnesium balls if you can. They are smoother, quicker, and perform much better! There is nothing worse than having slow heavy balls to keep your chair from spinning as hard and fast as it can go. It is also a good idea to use sailcloth on your seat cushion to allow your buttocks to slide in and out quick and easy. But make sure your strapped in securely when out riding otherwise you’ll shoot right out of there like a waterseed melon if you have to stop suddenly. So remember…Keep your balls protected, bolts lubed, and your nipples firm! Play hard, play fast, but be smart and keep it safe!
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Kryptic
Oct 2, 2007 16:48:09 GMT -5
Post by Ouch on Oct 2, 2007 16:48:09 GMT -5
Take a wheelchair through a carwash, lol, that'll get it clean n' shiny (had a big oops a few years back).
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Kryptic
Oct 17, 2007 17:54:48 GMT -5
Post by Claire on Oct 17, 2007 17:54:48 GMT -5
Hang loose. Kewl pix. Thanks!
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Kryptic
Oct 17, 2007 20:07:53 GMT -5
Post by Pony on Oct 17, 2007 20:07:53 GMT -5
Flashin dem gang signs, again!! lol You are so hardcore, Kryp, but I'm diggin the honey standin beside you. hehe Hey, is that the Philippines??? My last g/f was Filipina!
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Kryptic
Oct 17, 2007 20:18:16 GMT -5
Post by Claire on Oct 17, 2007 20:18:16 GMT -5
Oh, is that what those are? ROFL! And here I thought he was in Hawaii. Shows what a sheltered life I live.
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Kryptic
Oct 18, 2007 8:12:22 GMT -5
Post by E on Oct 18, 2007 8:12:22 GMT -5
Oh, is that what those are? ROFL! And here I thought he was in Hawaii. Shows what a sheltered life I live. No, you're right. He's throwing up the shaka.
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