>>967115Read this article and make sure your derailleur is properly adjusted:
http://www.parktool.com/blog/repair-help/front-derailleur-adjustmentSome front derailleurs also have a built-in trimming feature, which allows you to move your derailleur slightly without changing chainrings. This is beneficial to prevent the chain from rubbing on the front derailleur when you switch rear cogs.
>>967075If your chain is rubbing in 48/18 then your front derailleur is probably not properly adjusted. Check rotational alignment, cable tension, high limit screw, and derailleur height.
>>967048It belongs in a dumpster.
>>967006With traffic, near the edge of the road, but not at the very edge. Leave a few feet to maneuver in case you have to avoid a cager, pothole, animal, etc.
>Are motorists just dicks to cyclists?Yes.
>How do I minimize their autistic rage?You literally can't. Just ignore them.
>>966905An hero.
>>966789In my *opinion*, it is best to do whatever feels natural.
>>9664872-speed and 3-speed front derailleurs are designed differently with different size inner cage plates. It can probably work, but it will likely be less smooth than ideal. For more information, read
http://sheldonbrown.com/front-derailers.html>>966397Brake hard then laugh at him when he crashes. Or swerve then immediately brake, forcing him to pass you before he even has time to react, then ride his wheel.
He helped you, though. Being drafted has the same effect as drafting, just at a much smaller level.
>>966374>you're screwing it in at the wrong angle>the threading on the bolt or the hole is dirty>the threading on the bolt or the frame is strippedTry greasing the threads on the bolt. Also try disconnecting the derailleur cable from the derailleur to make it easier to position when screwing it in. Take it slow, and if it is difficult, back the bolt all the way out and start over. Otherwise you will strip it.
>>966268Rigid 90s mtb with semislicks.
>>>/n/bbg 
