Bought from Bikes Direct, Dawes Lightning 1000
03-24-10, 06:17 PM
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It almost 100% for certain is adjustable for tilt - it's just a standard one-bolt alloy seatpost. Loosen the bolt just as you would to move the saddle fore-aft and lift the clamp up, allowing you to adjust the tilt.
The picture on the bikes direct website shows a standard one-bolt post. So does the assembled picture you posted.
The picture on the bikes direct website shows a standard one-bolt post. So does the assembled picture you posted.
03-24-10, 06:54 PM
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I've spent more on my bike than I did buying my bike! :-) of course I only buy old used bikes or cheap new ones ... 
why do you guys think this bike is not he right size for him? OK, never mind i took another look a the picture and yeah, that's a lot of seatpost showing, but that doesn't always tell he whole story. this bike is he most comfortable bike I've ever ridden and you can't judge how perfectly it fits me by the seatpost showing
why do you guys think this bike is not he right size for him? OK, never mind i took another look a the picture and yeah, that's a lot of seatpost showing, but that doesn't always tell he whole story. this bike is he most comfortable bike I've ever ridden and you can't judge how perfectly it fits me by the seatpost showing
03-24-10, 07:49 PM
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Looks adjustable to me. If you loosen the bolt, the top part should rotate in the semi-circular cradle.
03-24-10, 08:00 PM
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Yeah, that definitely adjusts for tilt. You see the curved piece above the word "Kalin"? When the bolt is loose, you can pick up that entire piece of metal and rotate it. There are teeth in there to hold it in place, but it tilts.
It's the third water bottle holder that does it for me. That bike must be used to travel extreme distances.
It's the third water bottle holder that does it for me. That bike must be used to travel extreme distances.
03-24-10, 08:10 PM
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easy. back when i was a poor college student i simply tucked my jeans into my sock. it might have looked a bit dorky, but it worked.
03-24-10, 08:12 PM
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03-24-10, 08:40 PM
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Thanks guys, I ended up just taking the bolt almost all the way out just to be certain, and it for sure tilts! Looks I won't need another seatpost.
03-24-10, 08:51 PM
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I've never heard of a seatpost that didn't tilt. Even the cheapest crappy post. That would just be stupid, if for no other reason than the post would have to be made at specific angles instead of one post that can be installed at different angles.
03-25-10, 07:53 AM
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The shop I deal with had a new Motobecane come in yesterday. I assumed that it was from BD. They had no problem sizing and adjusting for the customer. They charged their rate and he payed it.
03-29-10, 04:23 PM
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You should take pictures of the bike on the drive side!
As for your jeans not getting caught either roll them up, tuck them into your sock, and use something to keep them wrapped up. They make velcro straps that have are reflective. You can also use a rubber band, hair band, watch strap, etc... Be creative. I usually use a bright green velcro strap I got free from a biking event or roll up my pant leg if it's not cold and I'm wearing sandals.
As for your jeans not getting caught either roll them up, tuck them into your sock, and use something to keep them wrapped up. They make velcro straps that have are reflective. You can also use a rubber band, hair band, watch strap, etc... Be creative. I usually use a bright green velcro strap I got free from a biking event or roll up my pant leg if it's not cold and I'm wearing sandals.
03-29-10, 04:28 PM
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Good luck getting that seat tube water bottle out while riding...
03-29-10, 06:51 PM
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+1 for ankle straps. I finallt paid for god ones
+1 for all those spokes! :-)
+1 for all those spokes! :-)
04-07-10, 02:51 PM
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Update: The bike is doing great! Only one small annoyance. The front wheel squeaks a little and it's just loud enough to annoy me. I'm guessing it's in the hub somewhere or it could be the skewers? Any ideas?
04-07-10, 04:49 PM
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Some people say BikesDirect does not adequately lube many components. Unless you're mechanically savvy, take it to your LBS.
04-07-10, 05:00 PM
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Nice ride! I also bought a BD bike (Windsor Knight), and have been very happy with it thus far. As for the wheel squeaking, make sure your QR is tightly locked down. Also look at spoke tension; just go around the wheel and make sure all spokes are of similar tightness, which you can do by hand. If you do tighten any spokes, DON'T overtighten, and if you're at all confused about it then take it in to the bike shop.
What's the noise like? Is it rythmic, like the squeak is happening with every rotation of the wheel? Is it only on bumps, or when you put your weight on the handlebars? Is it constant, or does the sound come and go?
What's the noise like? Is it rythmic, like the squeak is happening with every rotation of the wheel? Is it only on bumps, or when you put your weight on the handlebars? Is it constant, or does the sound come and go?
04-07-10, 07:18 PM
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I'd hate to drag my bike all the way to the LBS to fix a simple squeak. I'd prefer to do it myself, but if I need an LBS, then so be it.
04-07-10, 07:33 PM
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You don't need an LBS... you just need the tools and know-how to do it yourself. Post in Bicycle Mechanics, they can help you.
04-07-10, 08:01 PM
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They also sell a cage made just for the smaller, or tighter frames.
Elite Sideloader Cage (PerformanceBike.com)
Elite Sideloader Cage (PerformanceBike.com)
04-10-10, 04:14 PM
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They also sell a cage made just for the smaller, or tighter frames.
Elite Sideloader Cage (PerformanceBike.com)
Elite Sideloader Cage (PerformanceBike.com)
Also, just bought a new saddle! Specialized Indie XC. It was only $40, but it's WAY better than the stock saddle!