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cavit8
11-13-07, 11:36 AM
I'm pretty sure Shannon's shop is in an alleyway next to the Embassy (~223 Augusta). I think that's where I saw it. Unless that's another bike place.

duppy.conqueror
11-13-07, 11:41 AM
Does anyone have any experience with HEPA filters? My gf tends to get sick in her condo when she has to start recycling the air, rather than having a window open. So I was thinking for Christmas that might be a useful gift. Any thoughts on brands etc?

I just got one of the Sharp ones from futureshop...I had to with the baby as the air doesnt always seem good. Its on sale for 2billz... (http://www.futureshop.ca/catalog/proddetail.asp?sku_id=0665000FS10084143&catid=10837&logon=&langid=EN#)
nerdsgirth
11-13-07, 12:03 PM
I'm pretty sure Shannon's shop is in an alleyway next to the Embassy (~223 Augusta). I think that's where I saw it. Unless that's another bike place.

"Red Arrow bicycles" Talk to Vinnie for Shannon's number. I believe they are getting a team together for 24hr next year. He tried to poach me from the incredible Team Snow! www.teamsnow.ca

tuz
11-13-07, 12:07 PM
I'm pretty sure Shannon's shop is in an alleyway next to the Embassy (~223 Augusta). I think that's where I saw it. Unless that's another bike place.

Isn't that the shop of mike the mike?
somnambulant
11-13-07, 12:18 PM
I'm pretty sure Shannon's shop is in an alleyway next to the Embassy (~223 Augusta). I think that's where I saw it. Unless that's another bike place.

Yeah, that's a different place methinks. It's been around since well before Shannon left BoW.
32flavours
11-13-07, 01:15 PM
Shannen's new shop is in the alleyway next to Exile (off of Kensington). He uses his celly for the business, I do believe.
somnambulant
11-13-07, 01:32 PM
There was a little kid and an older gentleman who were both kicking ass during Sunday morning's cross race.. I over heard that they were actually grandfather and grandson. Too awesome. I was just checking out the overall standings and they have the same name.. too funny. I was confused as to why the same name was appearing in both Under 13 and Master 3. :P

http://www.ontariocycling.org/web_pages/results/cup7_10.htm

ps. the kid had some sort of mavic wheel out back on his mtb with a carbon hub (CrossMax SLR?). Oh, and a RockShox SID up front. He apparently rode the hill marked "run-up" in the tech guide (which I ran about 1/2 the time) and, according to Ted, was doing no-handed track stands in the parking lot after the race. He looked to be about 8 or 9 years old to me.
pps. Jan Sr. was totally chasing me the entire race. I hope I'm riding like than when I'm in my 60s!
Flimflam
11-13-07, 01:43 PM
I hereby crown today Toronto Fixed's shining achievement. Well done, all. Well done.

http://tvmedia.ign.com/tv/image/article/742/742680/thesimpsons-theshinning_1162263781.jpg

We's all got a bit of the shinning, aye...
Flimflam
11-13-07, 01:51 PM
Does anyone have any experience with HEPA filters? My gf tends to get sick in her condo when she has to start recycling the air, rather than having a window open. So I was thinking for Christmas that might be a useful gift. Any thoughts on brands etc?

I borrowed a Honeywell air purifier thing from a buddy for my daughter - helps with cat dander and stuff too.. not sure what the exact model is though. I think they're around ~100 at X-Mart / Crappy / Zellers.

If she has carpet and/or a need for a vacuum, perhaps one of those HEPA vacuums could be useful (as an alternative).
nerdsgirth
11-13-07, 02:18 PM
Hey everyone! stop calling Canadian tire "Crappy"! Try Canuck-Pneu instead :)
somnambulant
11-13-07, 02:23 PM
hehehe.. "pneus"

/me giggles like a schoolgirl.
MattRennick
11-13-07, 02:50 PM
http://www.makergo.com/shutup/images/11_13_2007/boxes.jpg

I'm going to make some serious artistic statements on society with this one...
cavernmech
11-13-07, 03:07 PM
http://www.makergo.com/shutup/images/11_13_2007/boxes.jpg

I'm going to make some serious artistic statements on society with this one...

Can't fool me....I recognise an IRO box when I see one. I am shuddering at the thought of the crazy colours in that velocity box.
*realizes he hasn't even started Matts wheel yet*
MattRennick
11-13-07, 03:17 PM
Can't fool me....I recognise an IRO box when I see one. I am shuddering at the thought of the crazy colours in that velocity box.
*realizes he hasn't even started Matts wheel yet*

Hahaha - you'll be pleasantly surprised to learn that the only colours in that Velocity box are silver and black.

If you get around to that wheel, lemme know what I owe and I'll grab it from you at Sprints tomorrow night?

EDIT: Does anybody have any hints for safely removing the O-Ring from a King NoThreadset bearing cap??
cavernmech
11-13-07, 03:24 PM
Hahaha - you'll be pleasantly surprised to learn that the only colours in that Velocity box are silver and black.

If you get around to that wheel, lemme know what I owe and I'll grab it from you at Sprints tomorrow night?

silver and black deep-vees?...isn't that some kind of blasphemy? Cost will be $32. I will do my best to get it done tomorrow. Shouldn't be an issue.
I admire your restraint in not making a whip cracking noise.
edit: why do you need to remove the o-ring? That needs to be in there or the cap will move about on the steerer. If you do need to get it out, an exacto blade is the only good method I could think of. It may be glued in there.
TRaffic Jammer
11-13-07, 03:31 PM
http://img155.imageshack.us/img155/3752/shuttleexplosionvm4.jpg
DO NOT MESS WITH O-RINGS!!!
Unless of course you really want to or need to.
MattRennick
11-13-07, 03:50 PM
silver and black deep-vees?...isn't that some kind of blasphemy? Cost will be $32. I will do my best to get it done tomorrow. Shouldn't be an issue.
I admire your restraint in not making a whip cracking noise.
edit: why do you need to remove the o-ring? That needs to be in there or the cap will move about on the steerer. If you do need to get it out, an exacto blade is the only good method I could think of. It may be glued in there.

Nope - all silver IRO/Fusion wheelset. The black is the tires. ;)

Well, the King installation instructions said to remove it when marking the tube for cutting then put it back in when you're putting it all together for real. I'm guessing that I can just do it without removing the O-Ring and that's probably better... I can't believe I even read the instructions - there's a first time for everything, i guess!
cavernmech
11-13-07, 04:12 PM
Nope - all silver IRO/Fusion wheelset. The black is the tires. ;)

Well, the King installation instructions said to remove it when marking the tube for cutting then put it back in when you're putting it all together for real. I'm guessing that I can just do it without removing the O-Ring and that's probably better... I can't believe I even read the instructions - there's a first time for everything, i guess!

If you are gonna try and install it yerself DO NOT press the cups in without the King installation adaptors....I have em here if you need to borrow em. For the record I have never taken out the o-ring for this.
MattRennick
11-13-07, 04:17 PM
If you are gonna try and install it yerself DO NOT press the cups in without the King installation adaptors....I have em here if you need to borrow em. For the record I have never taken out the o-ring for this.

The headset is actually already in the frame and the crown race (baseplate) is installed on the fork - the bearing cap & stem cap are the only parts that aren't already installed... well, those and this little while plastic washer. Where does that go? ;)

I'm assuming that I don't need any adaptors for the parts that aren't already installed, is that correct?
cavernmech
11-13-07, 04:20 PM
The headset is actually already in the frame and the crown race (baseplate) is installed on the fork - the bearing cap & stem cap are the only parts that aren't already installed... well, those and this little while plastic washer. Where does that go? ;)

I'm assuming that I don't need any adaptors for the parts that aren't already installed, is that correct?

The little plastic washer goes right on top of the bearing cap...before you install any spacers. The only other thing you will need to do is install the "starnut"...you can use the topcap bolt for this but make sure you get it in straight.
MattRennick
11-13-07, 06:00 PM
The little plastic washer goes right on top of the bearing cap...before you install any spacers. The only other thing you will need to do is install the "starnut"...you can use the topcap bolt for this but make sure you get it in straight.

Thanks for all the tips!

The starnut was actually installed and I realized once I stacked everything up that I don't need to cut the steerer tube... in fact, I couldn't if I wanted to!

So, I think I need to press the bearing cap another mm and I'll be in business.

Here she is, all hand tightened so no where near ridable but you get the idea... and of course, missing the proper front wheel... *cough* keith *cough* ;)

http://www.makergo.com/shutup/images/11_13_2007/complete.jpg
operator
11-13-07, 06:11 PM
Lookin good there
duppy.conqueror
11-13-07, 06:59 PM
Thanks for all the tips!

The starnut was actually installed and I realized once I stacked everything up that I don't need to cut the steerer tube... in fact, I couldn't if I wanted to!

So, I think I need to press the bearing cap another mm and I'll be in business.

Here she is, all hand tightened so no where near ridable but you get the idea... and of course, missing the proper front wheel... *cough* keith *cough* ;)

http://www.makergo.com/shutup/images/11_13_2007/complete.jpg
yo is that an angus? looks nice meng!
sweep242
11-13-07, 07:42 PM
Thanks for all the tips!

The starnut was actually installed and I realized once I stacked everything up that I don't need to cut the steerer tube... in fact, I couldn't if I wanted to!

So, I think I need to press the bearing cap another mm and I'll be in business.

Here she is, all hand tightened so no where near ridable but you get the idea... and of course, missing the proper front wheel... *cough* keith *cough* ;)


You had to replace the frame in that mishap you had?
exhibitx
11-13-07, 07:43 PM
yo is that an angus? looks nice meng!

mark v pro
duppy.conqueror
11-13-07, 07:49 PM
mark v pro

sweet...that bike is boss!
shapelike
11-13-07, 08:25 PM
Matt, aren't you sort of overlapping w/ a bike you already have or did something happen to the other Mark V?
shapelike
11-13-07, 08:26 PM
I was just about to say that I've always had a soft spot in my heart for the IRO stuff and wish I had one, but then I remember I did have one and have another one on the way (orange Rob Roy group buy frame). Yeesh.
nerdsgirth
11-13-07, 08:36 PM
Hey saw ^^^^^ waiting for a bus last night on Ossington. 10 pts +100 pts for NO BIKE!

Mike, what is three girls and a bucket?
shapelike
11-13-07, 09:07 PM
Three girls and a bucket is a nightmare scenario that doesn't exist. I was going to follow it up with nine girls and a trough but I figured no one would ever sleep again if they got that in their head.
MattRennick
11-13-07, 10:06 PM
You had to replace the frame in that mishap you had?

The frame was ok but I was replacing enough stuff that I figured "what the hell" and just went for the Mark V Pro complete and figured that I can either sell off the good stuff from the other bike or just build it up later / keep it as a spare... we'll see... now I just gotta finish sorting out stuff with the lady's insurance company which is my current largest headache. The new bike definitely helps make dealing with them more manageable... ;)
shapelike
11-13-07, 10:14 PM
Oh, riiight.
somnambulant
11-14-07, 10:44 AM
http://johngushue.typepad.com/photos/uncategorized/2007/11/12/portable_pc_ad.jpg
shapelike
11-14-07, 11:20 AM
Heads-up: The C.T. auction list will be available tonight. There's about 25 bikes, half a dozen framesets and wheelsets, umpteen bajillion parts, tools and accessories. More will be on the way (we're not to only ones providing stuff for the auction).
iherald
11-14-07, 11:32 AM
Heads-up: The C.T. auction list will be available tonight. There's about 25 bikes, half a dozen framesets and wheelsets, umpteen bajillion parts, tools and accessories. More will be on the way (we're not to only ones providing stuff for the auction).

Can we use any form of payment or would you really prefer cash?
shapelike
11-14-07, 12:09 PM
Cash is always nice but we'll be taking cash/debit/Visa/Mastercard. The only things that aren't an option are cheques and AmEx.
tuz
11-14-07, 12:36 PM
Sounds nice. CT site seems down... there will be a link for the list?
cavernmech
11-14-07, 12:36 PM
Cash is always nice but we'll be taking cash/debit/Visa/Mastercard. The only things that aren't an option are cheques and AmEx.

What no third party, double-endorsed , post-dated, out of province cheques? You guys are hard asses.
shapelike
11-14-07, 12:42 PM
Sounds nice. CT site seems down... there will be a link for the list?

CT site is in smoldering ruins until I start working on it again this winter. I'll post a link here on the forums. Anyone who has pm'd or emailed me about the auction should get a direct notice too.
shapelike
11-14-07, 12:47 PM
What no third party, double-endorsed , post-dated, out of province cheques? You guys are hard asses.

That's a paddlin'.
MattRennick
11-14-07, 12:52 PM
That's a paddlin'.



Hahahaha
TRaffic Jammer
11-14-07, 01:04 PM
2girlsandapaddle.com
Danhalen
11-14-07, 01:37 PM
Cash is always nice but we'll be taking cash/debit/Visa/Mastercard. The only things that aren't an option are cheques and AmEx.

Do you accept bits of string?
shapelike
11-14-07, 01:51 PM
Do you accept bits of string?

Depends what the other end is tied to.
nerdsgirth
11-14-07, 01:53 PM
Do you accept bits of string?
I've got a hen that lays golden eggs....

Rob thanks for the bag balm! I'll take it off your hospital tab ;) We talk.

I'm not going to sprints tonight. got a sore throat and have to get to bed early :(
shapelike
11-14-07, 01:55 PM
Is there anyone I can bribe to hand out flyers at sprints tonight? I'm Mr. Homebody once I get in from work. Anybody? No? Okay, thought so.
Danhalen
11-14-07, 01:56 PM
Depends what the other end is tied to.

Use your imagination. ;)
cavernmech
11-14-07, 02:10 PM
Is there anyone I can bribe to hand out flyers at sprints tonight? I'm Mr. Homebody once I get in from work. Anybody? No? Okay, thought so.

I will be at the shop till 7 or so...if you want to drop em off here I will hand some out for ya.
nerdsgirth
11-14-07, 02:18 PM
Did I ever mention that the first time I met Keith, he gave me a pair of plastic clips? What a nice young man. And that was even before I knew that bikes and the internet could go together.
cavernmech
11-14-07, 02:23 PM
Did I ever mention that the first time I met Keith, he gave me a pair of plastic clips? What a nice young man. And that was even before I knew that bikes and the internet could go together.

Aw shucks.....I'm welling up. Good people get same in return. Dog help you if you get on my bad side tho. ;)