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Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-10, 07:03 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,827
Posted By Pockymonster

Thanks everyone for your advice. I haven't...

Thanks everyone for your advice. I haven't actually had a chance to ride it again since I made that post because I spent the past week moving. Still cleaning up at the new place so maybe this...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-10, 07:49 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,827
Posted By Pockymonster

Alright I'll ride it a bit more first. I was...

Alright I'll ride it a bit more first. I was riding it on a MUP that I usually ride my MTB on because I was still getting used to the handling. Didn't want to spill infront of a car just yet. I did...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-10, 03:43 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,827
Posted By Pockymonster

I have a 23mm in the front and the pot hole was...

I have a 23mm in the front and the pot hole was shaped like a snake and I didn't see it in the shade and it was just the right size for the tire to go into. I run them at 120PSI because I weight...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-10, 03:32 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,827
Posted By Pockymonster

You guys don't have to take it so personally. I...

You guys don't have to take it so personally. I was merely asking if I should keep at it and maybe I get used to it and might like it more. Maybe there are a few people who used to ride mtbs and have...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-10, 03:24 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,827
Posted By Pockymonster

Wow and I wonder why there are bad stereotypes...

Wow and I wonder why there are bad stereotypes about roadies.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-10, 03:17 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,827
Posted By Pockymonster

Is road cycling right for me? Should I sell my road bike?

I spent the last few years riding a hard tail MTB and I was really happy with it but it was a bit slow on pavement. I thought maybe I would enjoy a road bike so I picked up a 2007 Fuji Roubaix...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-10, 10:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 836
Posted By Pockymonster

Hrm... kinda tight on cash right now I think I'm...

Hrm... kinda tight on cash right now I think I'm going to leave it. Seems some haven't had many problems and some have. It seems like I can almost always wait til it does break to fix it. I think my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-10, 10:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,495
Posted By Pockymonster

I only understood the words bottom bracket, break...

I only understood the words bottom bracket, break the chain, and spacer. I'm not sure what the rest of it means. LOL. Can you explain it to someone who doesn't understand that stuff? I looked online...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-10, 08:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,495
Posted By Pockymonster

So in this chart here. The red highlighted ones...

So in this chart here. The red highlighted ones are not usable. The 50T can shift into the 2 largest but it's severely cross chained so I don't want to use it. The 34T red highlighted, The smallest...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-10, 08:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,495
Posted By Pockymonster

Did the 2mm spacer fix it? I guess I'd have to...

Did the 2mm spacer fix it? I guess I'd have to bring it to a bike store to get it done. Ugh already spent so much money on this bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-10, 07:56 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,495
Posted By Pockymonster

I don't know anything about BB spindle length....

I don't know anything about BB spindle length. It's all stock as far as I know. I got the bike used. FSA Gossamer Mega Exo Compact, 34/50 teeth
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-10, 07:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,495
Posted By Pockymonster

Chain rubbing on large chain ring.

I have this bike running a stock drive train http://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/BikeSpecs.aspx?Year=2007&Brand=Fuji&Model=Roubaix

When I'm riding in the small ring (34T) up front and I gear into...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-10, 04:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 836
Posted By Pockymonster

Thanks guys. I'm going to leave it for now. I...

Thanks guys. I'm going to leave it for now. I don't ride further than 20KM from home anyway. If I do it's still within the city (Toronto) so the worst thing that can happen is bring it into a nearby...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-10, 03:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 836
Posted By Pockymonster

The beauty is that you can't see it because it's...

The beauty is that you can't see it because it's between the cassette and wheel.

Ugh I did just crash and ****ed up the bar tape on one side though
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-10, 01:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 836
Posted By Pockymonster

Actually not even that much, looks like when you...

Actually not even that much, looks like when you skin your knee and a piece of skin peeled off. I think I'm gonna leave it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-10, 01:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 836
Posted By Pockymonster

It's a road bike wheel. It looks like someone...

It's a road bike wheel. It looks like someone took a pair of wire cutters and maybe cut off 1/4th for maybe 3 of them close the hub. Like shaves came off that looked like tiny bits of paper.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-10, 12:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 836
Posted By Pockymonster

Do I need new spokes?

Well crap. I thought I had the rear derailleur limits adjusted properly but the chain slipped off between the cog and the spokes...

Bike didn't come with a dork disc, previous owner removed it I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-10, 11:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 369
Posted By Pockymonster

Wrap it around the frame or fork? That's what I...

Wrap it around the frame or fork? That's what I did.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-12-10, 09:58 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,759
Posted By Pockymonster

I apologize if my attitude came off as rude....

I apologize if my attitude came off as rude. There are many of you that are very helpful and polite. There are also many of you that are condescending elitists that speak to others in a manner that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-10, 11:00 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,759
Posted By Pockymonster

Yeah I should practice with just using the one...

Yeah I should practice with just using the one foot and learn not to put much weight on the other that's still clipped in because it causes me fall over to that side. I found that keeping my weight...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-10, 10:28 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,759
Posted By Pockymonster

To illustrate what I'm talking about, this is how...

To illustrate what I'm talking about, this is how I would normally stop (see first few seconds of video) except I'd basically hop off in front with both feet down at the same time....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-10, 10:17 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,759
Posted By Pockymonster

Wow you guys are making a lot of assumptions. ...

Wow you guys are making a lot of assumptions.

1. No my feet cannot touch the ground when I'm on the saddle.
2. Previously on platforms when I'd stop I'd grab the front brake and basically slide...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-10-10, 11:33 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,759
Posted By Pockymonster

When I unclip it clips back in! haha. I'll just...

When I unclip it clips back in! haha. I'll just have to get used to it and not clip back in.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-10, 11:00 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,759
Posted By Pockymonster

Maybe I should practice 2-3 second track stand...

Maybe I should practice 2-3 second track stand then clip off jump down and saddle the bike. Should practice on grass this time though...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-10, 07:04 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,759
Posted By Pockymonster

I guess I just have to unlearn how I used to...

I guess I just have to unlearn how I used to stop. I'm still wondering that if in an emergency I'll be able to clip out if i stop quickly. If not I guess I'll just have to crash. I've got the tension...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-10, 06:40 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,759
Posted By Pockymonster

Clipless pedal stopping help

Okay guys help me figure this out. What is the proper stopping technique when using clipless pedals? I've fallen twice already. This is what I've tried so far that hasn't worked too well.

1. Apply...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-08-10, 01:38 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,997
Posted By Pockymonster

Good to hear you're doing better on hills. I...

Good to hear you're doing better on hills. I personally had a hell of a time with hills when I first started riding. I'd look at some hills and say to myself "no way". Now they're not a problem at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-14-10, 12:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,528
Posted By Pockymonster

Thanks everyone. I think I'm going to go with the...

Thanks everyone. I think I'm going to go with the Candy X's for $60 bucks at MEC here in Toronto. It's easy for me to get because it's local and I thought about the SL model which is $135 that is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-13-10, 11:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,528
Posted By Pockymonster

I'm still deciding between the Candy, Acid, and...

I'm still deciding between the Candy, Acid, and Mallet. I can get the Candy X for 60 bucks at MEC. The Acid is 135 and I'm not sure where to get the Mallet in Toronto. I guess I"m going to go to the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-12-10, 08:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,528
Posted By Pockymonster

Oh you need to get the cleats fitted at a bike...

Oh you need to get the cleats fitted at a bike store? I was just going to install the pedals myself and get some shoes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-11-10, 03:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,528
Posted By Pockymonster

I think I may just get these and not worry about...

I think I may just get these and not worry about not having a platform to ride my bike with if I'm not wearing cycling shoes... maybe they're big enough to be able to ride around the block with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-11-10, 02:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,528
Posted By Pockymonster

I was thinking about the Candy C's, They can be...

I was thinking about the Candy C's, They can be found at MEC for $94 which isn't too bad. I was reading that the tension on them is non adjustable. What does that mean? Is it something I should care...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-11-10, 10:10 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,528
Posted By Pockymonster

Clipless pedal suggestion

I'm not sure which pedals to get because I'm new to clipless. I ride a hardtail mountain bike and ride mostly on pavement and light XC at most. I'm concerned about budget because I don't have a lot...
Forum: Eastern Canada
08-18-08, 06:09 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 13,817
Posted By Pockymonster

Service is okay. I bought my 3700 there. They...

Service is okay. I bought my 3700 there. They were helpful enough with the sale. The staff seemed knowledgable and the tune-ups offered have a pretty quick turn around if your bike is relatively new....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-06-08, 04:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,811
Posted By Pockymonster

Maybe your ass just isn't used to it or you've...

Maybe your ass just isn't used to it or you've got the saddle adjusted improperly. Sometimes you just need to get used to a bicycle saddle. I hear the gel pads aren't too good for your boys.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-06-08, 04:29 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,231
Posted By Pockymonster

Well when its stuff like a paper napkin, banana...

Well when its stuff like a paper napkin, banana peel, or anything else that will quickly biodegrade in the hot sun and all its no big deal. I could leave a banana peel on my lawn and it'd rot away in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-03-08, 09:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,320
Posted By Pockymonster

You're supposed to clean it? lol. I think leaving...

You're supposed to clean it? lol. I think leaving it in the sun UV rays should do a good number on it?
Forum: Commuting
07-02-08, 09:39 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,574
Posted By Pockymonster

I second the Planet Bike Superflash. Get it at...

I second the Planet Bike Superflash. Get it at MEC.CA for cheap.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-08, 08:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 931
Posted By Pockymonster

The big nasty one you have on your elbow looks...

The big nasty one you have on your elbow looks like the one on my shoulder. Its healing so slow where as my elbow is healing way faster. The most painful thing is rubbing in 99% rubbing alcohol into...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-29-08, 11:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 857
Posted By Pockymonster

I've got some gaze taped to it cuz its oozing.

I've got some gaze taped to it cuz its oozing.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-29-08, 11:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 857
Posted By Pockymonster

I'm not crying about it, I just thought I'd...

I'm not crying about it, I just thought I'd share. Its really not that bad, would rather have it there over the knee anyday
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-29-08, 09:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 857
Posted By Pockymonster

Wipe out and road rash (pics)

Speaking of wipe outs.. today I wiped out. I was on a MUP. Came around the corner with about 10 metres to spare from 3 peds. I rang my bell they all started walking random directions and I had...
Forum: Eastern Canada
06-26-08, 10:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 964
Posted By Pockymonster

I'm curious what kind of lock you were using. And...

I'm curious what kind of lock you were using. And how can I tell the difference between these old and new ring posts?
Forum: Eastern Canada
06-26-08, 10:00 PM
Replies: 163
Views: 13,817
Posted By Pockymonster

I don't like Bayview Cycle either. I was in there...

I don't like Bayview Cycle either. I was in there looking at some Trek bikes and the owner had the nerve to tell me that no, they don't give free tune-ups because "trek bikes are so good they never...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-26-08, 09:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 707
Posted By Pockymonster

Yeah for that sort of distance, any bike.

Yeah for that sort of distance, any bike.
Forum: Commuting
06-23-08, 10:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,172
Posted By Pockymonster

That sucks. But I would really love to see pics!

That sucks. But I would really love to see pics!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-08, 09:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 666
Posted By Pockymonster

Stop, twist or open up the cap and drink it that...

Stop, twist or open up the cap and drink it that way?
Forum: Commuting
06-13-08, 11:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,520
Posted By Pockymonster

You could try drenching your jersey in cold water...

You could try drenching your jersey in cold water before heading out. It will provide a cooling effect without you having to sweat it all out. I mean if you're gonna get wet anyway from sweat you...
Forum: Commuting
06-13-08, 11:47 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 8,693
Posted By Pockymonster

Yeah I see it all the time too. Sometimes even on...

Yeah I see it all the time too. Sometimes even on MUPs and people dont' look like they're having a good time at all and I almost want to tell them to raise it and maybe they'd have an easier time.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-08, 11:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 525
Posted By Pockymonster

I personally use this...

I personally use this http://www.mec.ca/Products/product_detail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524442623127&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=2534374302692895&bmUID=1213075283263

The front light is fairly bright,...
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