Rides and Races - Toronto Fixed

Yes please!!!!!

let me check them out and see if how many clicks they have. have you got a set of cantis that you could trade me?

Tues is a possibility, Wed is a no go.

Rectory, hehe.

wah wah..

speaking of which, I thought you guys were behind Keith and I when we headed for the Center Island terminal yesterday... Where'd you go? I guess you guys weren't in as much of a "hurry" as we were.

ps. picked up a brie stuffed chicken breast at Cumbrae's on the way home. Exact same price as plain chicken breasts.. how could I *not* get it? :P

i just checked those barcons; they're ultegra 7 speed index, whatever speed friction.

i just checked those barcons; they're ultegra 7 speed index, whatever speed friction.
Canti brakes, I might have a set, have to see if they are in good shape.

Any mtb'ers up for another weeknight ride (or two)? I think Tues/Weds are both good for me, and the weather forecast is looking suhweet.

I'd be up for a ride but I can't make it out there until 6.30 at the earliest so light might be an issue. I'm thinking of heading up to Albion on Sunday morning if anyone is interested in joining me.

wah wah..

speaking of which, I thought you guys were behind Keith and I when we headed for the Center Island terminal yesterday... Where'd you go? I guess you guys weren't in as much of a "hurry" as we were.

ps. picked up a brie stuffed chicken breast at Cumbrae's on the way home. Exact same price as plain chicken breasts.. how could I *not* get it? :P

No, we rode some more, played a little frisbee, goofed around until 5ish.

I installed a brake on my bike (when we were on the island goofing around), in a sloppy and ineffective fashion! Its going to need some reworking... I'll have to destroy my pretty bar tape job I guess...

Friends of ours dropped of their bikes for me to look at. One is okay to ride after repacking all the earings, brake adjustment etc. The other one though..so far it needs new wheels, bottom bracket, cables, a chain, levers and brakes and crank threads are shredded so bad I can't get my crank puller in, and the bottom bracket is pooched. Time for a new bike. The parts are so trashed I can't believe it. The front bearings were rusted in the hub. My ride was in way better shape when I got it, and it had sat outside for at least 3 winters. If my camera was working I would have taken some pics.


On the plus side I might have a 19" frame soon. After I cut off the b/b spindle to get the cranks off.

... my pretty bar tape...


"Pretty" as in jailhouse pretty or Deliverance pretty?

I'd be up for a ride but I can't make it out there until 6.30 at the earliest so light might be an issue. I'm thinking of heading up to Albion on Sunday morning if anyone is interested in joining me.

There's an Ontario Cup race at Albion on Sunday morning, so I'm not sure what will be open. Keith would likely know more (if there isn't info on the web about it). I'm considering going up on Saturday to preride, camping over night and then racing Sunday morning.

There's an Ontario Cup race at Albion on Sunday morning, so I'm not sure what will be open. Keith would likely know more (if there isn't info on the web about it). I'm considering going up on Saturday to preride, camping over night and then racing Sunday morning.

DOH... good to know. I totally forgot. Might switch it up and hit Glen Eden then... Pre-riding OCup courses isn't that much fun if yer not planning on racing. I was out at Buckwallow the day before the OCup that was held there 2 years ago and it was EFFing mental.

Operator rides fixed?

:(

Damnit, turns out they stole a total of 2,700 dollars and change from my account. I hope they get keel hauled.

Damnit, turns out they stole a total of 2,700 dollars and change from my account. I hope they get keel hauled.

Does the bank tell you how they do it?

Anyone reading the globe today? (http://www.theglobeandmail.com/servlet/story/RTGAM.20070507.wspycoins0507/BNStory/National/home) This news item made me spill my cereal this morning

"The worried contractors described the coins as "anomalous" and "filled with something man-made that looked like nano-technology," according to once-classified U.S. government reports and e-mails obtained by the AP."

bahahahahahahahha.. thanks for that, Sam.

Does the bank tell you how they do it?

They are conducting an investigation, but from talking to the teller, it seems that they can copy your magnetic strip and pin code with crooked interac machines. She couldn't explain how they produce counterfeit cards that can be used in bank machines and stores though. Maybe people have inside connections? I dunno. I just hope all my money is back before I leave on my trip!

She couldn't explain how they produce counterfeit cards that can be used in bank machines and stores though.

Card writers aren't too hard to find. Just google "magnetic card writer". :)

Card writers aren't too hard to find. Just google "magnetic card writer". :)

well there you go! I hope they catch the guy/group. Doubt they will though.

PS. F*CK these assh*les selling crap like this: http://hackershomepage.com/section6.htm

"This device logs approximately 1,000 card swipes/data in its GIANT MEMORY. It grabs the ENTIRE contents of all data passing through the terminal including credit card or debit card #, expiration date, discretionary data, etc., along with PIN # (if Pin pad is used). It appears like an ordinary RFI suppressor commonly found on many cables plugged into these machines. It will work on ANY POS machine that connects to a PC via the PS2, AT, XT port. Once the data is logged, the device can be EASILY AND QUICKLY removed (takes about 2 seconds for installation or removal) from the store POS machine and plugged into another computer where you can download and save the data. The primary use for this device is in case of a computer and/or power failure and transactions are lost, then the device can be used to reconstruct transactions to be re-processed."

I'd be up for a ride but I can't make it out there until 6.30 at the earliest so light might be an issue. I'm thinking of heading up to Albion on Sunday morning if anyone is interested in joining me.
You racing? Cause if not save yourself the trip...O-cup #2 is there this weekend. No pleasure/casual riding.

They are conducting an investigation, but from talking to the teller, it seems that they can copy your magnetic strip and pin code with crooked interac machines. She couldn't explain how they produce counterfeit cards that can be used in bank machines and stores though. Maybe people have inside connections? I dunno. I just hope all my money is back before I leave on my trip!

Some UK place recently did a segment on this. Basically crook either replaces the faceplate completely on a cash machine or they place a fake faceplate on the card reader which reads your card details and a camera to record PIN.

They then program some other card with a magnetic stripe and then they withdraw money. If you see someone suspiciously hanging around a cash machine, don't use it. Even if you just saw someone else use it fine. Also never lend people your cellphone, especially to some hot girl. No girl ever talks to me so Rob never gets scammed

Some UK place recently did a segment on this. Basically crook either replaces the faceplate completely on a cash machine or they place a fake faceplate on the card reader which reads your card details and a camera to record PIN.

They then program some other card with a magnetic stripe and then they withdraw money. If you see someone suspiciously hanging around a cash machine, don't use it. Even if you just saw someone else use it fine. Also never lend people your cellphone, especially to some hot girl.

I guess this is another reason to try to avoid those no-name ATM's at malls or bars. Not only is it a huge fee, I would think it would be easier to **** with then the ones at an actual bank.

I guess this is another reason to try to avoid those no-name ATM's at malls or bars. Not only is it a huge fee, I would think it would be easier to **** with then the ones at an actual bank.

Yeah. Those were the exact ones they did the segment on.

Basso admits that he was involved with that Blood doping scandal.

http://velonews.com/news/fea/12213.0.html

Frame Size Question:

If your crank is pointing to the front wheel hub (either side/foot), and your foot is clipped-in, should your toe touch the front tire (if turned far enough to that foots side)?

I hope this makes sense. I think my frame is too small... not sure if that is normal.

Oh boy, this email really made my day. I can't believe it. I'll bet this branch is a future closure as its obvious they don't have nearly enough business to keep themselves occupied:

Good Morning;

I am writing to you to express some concerns that our branch has regarding our janitors. Some of the staff have candies on their desk for their clients and for several weeks we have suspected that the janitors have been helping themselves to these treats. Although this is a minor thing we feel it is inappropriate, so much so that we have started locking up the candy dishes.

In addition to this, this past weekend our janitors took it upon themselves to remove posters (hockey)from the walls of two of our staff members offices. Also, on Friday we had served cake to our customers and had left the remaining cake covered in our lunch room to serve to our Saturday clients however, when the Saturday staff arrived they reported that a large piece of the cake was missing.

Although these things may not seem important we feel that we should not have to lock our items up and in addition we feel that it is not up to the janitorial staff to take it upon themselves to remove items from walls and/or desks.

I have contacted Area Manager to express our concerns. He has stated that he will investigate, however, he did not seem overly concerned. In fact, he insinuated that it might be someone else (abm servicing staff)but he was informed that we do not have third party service.

Although these instances may seem small, we feel that they require immediate attention and must be resolved.

Should you have any further questions please feel free to contact me directly.

Thank you in advance for your attention to this matter.


Best regards,

name omitted

Thank you for your business. Have an Excellent day!

edit: fisso, totally depends on the geometry. If its a track frame its probably normal. I have toe overlap on some bikes but not on others, regardless of fit.

Frame Size Question:

If your crank is pointing to the front wheel hub (either side/foot), and your foot is clipped-in, should your toe touch the front tire (if turned far enough to that foots side)?

I hope this makes sense. I think my frame is too small... not sure if that is normal.

Initial thoughts are that it's too small. But, what do I know?

Fisso: yeah, it's referred to as "toe-overlap". Some bikes are worse than others. It's not so much a problem with frame size as it is with geometry (and crank-length / shoe-size of course). My geared road bike has more toe-overlap than my fixie, personally.

also: good on Basso. At least someone had the dingalings to fess up.

Frame Size Question:

If your crank is pointing to the front wheel hub (either side/foot), and your foot is clipped-in, should your toe touch the front tire (if turned far enough to that foots side)?

I hope this makes sense. I think my frame is too small... not sure if that is normal.

Track frames are usually worse than roadie frames in terms of toe overlap.

Edit: Haha basso

If anyone is interested in doing a fun charity ride this summer, I'm doing the Tour for Kids. You can do either a 4 or 2 day ride, and either 100km or 200km a day. 800km over four days! Fun!

http://www.tourforkids.com

So a neighbor of mine just stopped by the shop. He had a bunch of old bike stuff for me. Came back with a vintage truing stand (very sweet), an 8sp 52 Dura-Ace ring, 2 Dura-Ace brake calipers, a pair of vintage Campy track quill pedals and 2 pairs of vintage Campy Pista cranks 170mm and 167.5mm...one with a 151 50t chainring. "Give me $50 if thats o.k. with you" SOLD!!
That is all.
*is that Dan knocking on my door?*

Frame Size Question:

If your crank is pointing to the front wheel hub (either side/foot), and your foot is clipped-in, should your toe touch the front tire (if turned far enough to that foots side)?

I hope this makes sense. I think my frame is too small... not sure if that is normal.
Small frames and "Sprint" geometry frames almost always have toe overlap. Larger frames and "Pursuit" geometry often dont. Most of the time it doesn't matter as you only turn the wheel that sharply when you are going slowly.

Small frames and "Sprint" geometry frames almost always have toe overlap. Larger frames and "Pursuit" geometry often dont. Most of the time it doesn't matter as you only turn the wheel that sharply when you are going slowly.

I guess my Urbanite has pursuit geometry then. ;)

/me puts on zipp aero wheelset + TT bars.

Somnambulant is a weight weenie!

Yeah, because the Urbanite is so svelte. ;)

So a neighbor of mine just stopped by the shop. He had a bunch of old bike stuff for me. Came back with a vintage truing stand (very sweet), an 8sp 52 Dura-Ace ring, 2 Dura-Ace brake calipers, a pair of vintage Campy track quill pedals and 2 pairs of vintage Campy Pista cranks 170mm and 167.5mm...one with a 151 50t chainring. "Give me $50 if thats o.k. with you" SOLD!!
That is all.
*is that Dan knocking on my door?*

/puts on ninja outfit and waits for keith to close

holy ****! is that a floppy?? I'm totally stealing that idea. :P

I wish I could take credit for that. However, it was totally Toby's idea. He passed them out like scout badges. I like bikes way better than scouts. Fitting that it's a floppy though since I'm a professional nerd.

Man that was a crazy fun day. I have the greatest tan lines thanks to the huge vents on my helmet. I'll snap a pic if my cam/phone will cooperate. I took some great pics on the island as well but I think the ol' celly's had it with my dropping onto hard surfaces at great speeds/heights and the images didn't transfer. Oh well. I call a mulligan!

My last two posts have been comments on things pages back. I know I've been negligent. I'll do better everyone, I swear.

Any word on any sweet cranks for this guy? :D

I saw Mr. BMC Track machine today, what a sexy bike.

Oh boy, this email really made my day. I can't believe it. I'll bet this branch is a future closure as its obvious they don't have nearly enough business to keep themselves occupied:


edit: fisso, totally depends on the geometry. If its a track frame its probably normal. I have toe overlap on some bikes but not on others, regardless of fit.


As to that letter: just reading it gave me the rage. I couldn't work with someone who cares deeply enough about candy to write a letter like that...I'd have to drop him/her in the lake.

As to the toe overlap: Yes. Toe overlap on both my road bike and my fixed gear. Not a problem if I'm going faster than about 5 mph. So, not a problem.

Oh man Charlie that sucks about your PIN getting stolen. (Wait I mean your PIN NUMBER. LOL that was redundantly redundant. I guess would make me RedunDAN.) It really really pisses me off that people can openly sell the gear to do this to people under the auspices of some legitimate and non-sketchy use for said devices. And that candy thing is beyond ridiculous. Let the janitor have a candy for crap sake. It's not like he/she doesn't work his/her ass off there every day (ok that was an assumption but I think you get my drift...) :) It is exactly like what you were saying yesterday, Charlie, about "strongly worded" letters.

This was the awesomest weekend ever. Floppy disk wheels FTW (I have one too).

Wes when you and Keith rode off into the sunset a little part of me died. :D No actually we stuck around for a while longer and took the ferry from the east end (can't remember the name of that island for some reason.)

You'd be surprised how many floppies are around here. Not in use, thankfully, but still to be found in drawers/cases/etc.

I felt like writing a strongly worded letter. Here we go:

Dear Staff,

The term "floppy" is now considered objectionable. We here at management feel that the term "flacid" would be preferable. Please take this into consideration in future office conversation and when filling out TPS reports. Thankyou for your time and consideration.

Sincerely your boss

This was the awesomest weekend ever. Floppy disk wheels FTW (I have one too).

Wes when you and Keith rode off into the sunset a little part of me died. :D No actually we stuck around for a while longer and took the ferry from the east end (can't remember the name of that island for some reason.)

We boarded the Ward's Island open ferry. You were jonesing over that girl who fit your criteria as the 'it' girl for you... :)

Yum, the Ethiopian cuisine was delish... Definitely gonna have to hit up that joint again.

We gotta gorge on all-you-eat, meat-induced-coma Korean Grill House next outing.

We boarded the Ward's Island open ferry. You were jonesing over that girl who fit your criteria as the 'it' girl for you... :)
Oh yeah I forgot we ran into your Mom :D


Yum, the Ethiopian cuisine was delish... Definitely gonna have to hit up that joint again.
Yeah Nazareth was amazing (!) and managing to not be forced into talking with ex's younger sister was a nice bonus as well.

Got a question.

I'm fairly new to riding in Toronto and am coming back from a hernia, 8 months off my bike, and hernia surgery. 48x16 wasn't so bad when I lived in Madison, WI and was in great shape...however, I've caught on to the fact that north is uphill here, and that I'm now shockingly feeble.

I want to drop from 48T to 42T. I've worked on my road bike lots. Haven't worked on my fixed gear so much. Any tips on how to shorten the chain and generally make this thing work without ******** anything up too badly? Any replies, messages, or pointers toward other threads w/be greatly appreciated.

If you have a frame with horizontal or semi horizontal dropouts, all it takes is swapping the chain ring, and removing an appropriate amount of links with a chain breaker. If you haven't done this before, either buy a chain breaker and be prepared to screw up a few times, or bring it into a shop and they will do it in roughly 20 seconds for you.

Okay, I feel dumb. That sounds incredibly simple. I have the tools from when I installed a powerlink on my road bike.

Thanks for the info :)

Okay, I feel dumb. That sounds incredibly simple. I have the tools from when I installed a powerlink on my road bike.

Thanks for the info :)

if you can handle throwing in a powerlink yer golden...

yeah a power link basically makes it idiot proof. Its the reinstalling of chain pins that can be messed up by shearing the pins, bending the plates, or over/under inserting the pins.

Aw crap. My chain tool is apparently intended only for 3/32. To the shop I go!

EDIT: To the shop I go! Tomorrow!

That must be a cool bike shop to stay open past 10 on a monday