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11-02-04, 12:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,999
Posted By NYCpistarider

It is on ebay. Do you know what these frames cost...

It is on ebay. Do you know what these frames cost new? It looks like a lovely frame -- Reynolds 853 with a 531 fork. Most cross frames have really long top tubes, but this one has really nice...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-04, 10:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 537
Posted By NYCpistarider

Croll?

Anyone here own a Croll frame, or know anything about the company?
11-02-04, 10:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,999
Posted By NYCpistarider

Croll frames

Anyone ever heard of Croll? Have seen one of their frames for sale and am wondering if anyone knows anything about this builder...
Forum: Touring
09-15-04, 08:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 371
Posted By NYCpistarider

You can bring a bike on any New York City subway...

You can bring a bike on any New York City subway train at any time. Commuter rails have different rules, sometimes you need a permit (not hard to get, just $5) check www.mta.info for more...
09-15-04, 08:09 PM
Replies: 1,230
Views: 668,882
Posted By NYCpistarider

I doubt this will get swept under the rug. The...

I doubt this will get swept under the rug. The AP, the Boston Globe and the New York Times are all planning to write about it, and perhaps others too.
09-15-04, 08:05 PM
Replies: 1,230
Views: 668,882
Posted By NYCpistarider

The statement posted earlier is what Kryptonite...

The statement posted earlier is what Kryptonite is giving out to the media in response to requests for information about the pen situation.
09-15-04, 05:23 PM
Replies: 1,230
Views: 668,882
Posted By NYCpistarider

Sorry. Just reporting the facts as I gather them.

Sorry. Just reporting the facts as I gather them.
09-15-04, 05:17 PM
Replies: 1,230
Views: 668,882
Posted By NYCpistarider

ALERT! This is the statement that kryptonite is...

ALERT! This is the statement that kryptonite is putting out about their locks:

We understand there are concerns regarding tubular cylinders used in some
Kryptonite locks. The tubular cylinder,...
09-15-04, 04:28 PM
Replies: 1,230
Views: 668,882
Posted By NYCpistarider

Sorebutt, I beg to diffier. A lot of people have...

Sorebutt, I beg to diffier. A lot of people have spent a lot of money on these locks and depend on them. I know bike shops in NYC are taking it very, very seriously. Not all Krypto locks have this...
09-15-04, 12:23 PM
Replies: 1,230
Views: 668,882
Posted By NYCpistarider

A few bike shops in NYC are pulling the locks...

A few bike shops in NYC are pulling the locks too. The guys at Gotham Bikes told me they didn't believe it, but once they tried it and it worked they pulled all the Kryptonite off the shelves. I am...
09-15-04, 10:35 AM
Replies: 1,230
Views: 668,882
Posted By NYCpistarider

Sorry, pressed post to quickly. What I meant to...

Sorry, pressed post to quickly. What I meant to say was that the lock I got was a lot cheaper, though maybe not quite as secure as the ones you posted above. If you don't want to spend quite that...
09-15-04, 10:23 AM
Replies: 1,230
Views: 668,882
Posted By NYCpistarider

As I posted above, I got an American Lock, and it...

As I posted above, I got an American Lock, and it seems really good. NYC shop owners use it to secure the gates on their doors, which is about as good an endorsement as you can get. There is a post...
09-15-04, 10:20 AM
Replies: 1,230
Views: 668,882
Posted By NYCpistarider

I got the bottom one, bought it at the hardware...

I got the bottom one, bought it at the hardware store on my way to work. It is a very solid lock, but then I thought that about the u lock too.
09-15-04, 09:08 AM
Replies: 1,230
Views: 668,882
Posted By NYCpistarider

To those who own the kryptonite NYC chain: I...

To those who own the kryptonite NYC chain: I replaced the EV disc lock on mine with an American Lock padlock, which is slightly smaller but weighs about the same. It looks pretty indestructible. It...
09-15-04, 05:53 AM
Replies: 1,230
Views: 668,882
Posted By NYCpistarider

NYC folks: i just popped my EV disc lock with a...

NYC folks: i just popped my EV disc lock with a pen, so I am headed to the hardware store for a new padlock. What should I replace it with? Any specific padlocks recommended?
09-14-04, 04:18 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,582
Posted By NYCpistarider

Recently sent in my deposit for a Vanilla, but...

Recently sent in my deposit for a Vanilla, but that will be a road bike, not a track bike. Though I have been having pangs of longing for a Richard Sachs instead... I may change my mind yet. I may...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-04, 12:58 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,985
Posted By NYCpistarider

I agree about Waterfords. I ride a 70s Paramount,...

I agree about Waterfords. I ride a 70s Paramount, so I have a sentimental weakness for Waterfords, though I don't think what they charge is all that resaonable given that it is essentially made to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-04, 10:19 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,985
Posted By NYCpistarider

Custom lugged steel frames

I am planning to have a custom lugged steel frame made, and I am trying to decide on a builder. I am considering Waterford, Richard Sachs, Vanilla, Rivendell. I am looking for a light, fast bike but...
09-14-04, 10:07 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,786
Posted By NYCpistarider

Cables and housing are brand spankin new. It is...

Cables and housing are brand spankin new. It is really a bummer because they look so darn nice. But I will probably end up replacing them with (gasp!) shimano R600 long reach brakes, because I end up...
09-14-04, 08:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,786
Posted By NYCpistarider

Improving performance of old Campy brakes

I have a nice set of early 1970s Campagnolo brake calipers on my bike, but they are awfully tough to use. I get almost no braking power by squeezing the levers when my hands are on the hoods, and...
09-13-04, 08:07 PM
Replies: 1,230
Views: 668,882
Posted By NYCpistarider

So what kind of lock should I use to replace the...

So what kind of lock should I use to replace the EV disc lock on my NYC chain?
09-13-04, 07:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 820
Posted By NYCpistarider

I saw that guy too. It was a waterford --...

I saw that guy too. It was a waterford -- absolutely drop dead gorgeous.
09-13-04, 10:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 820
Posted By NYCpistarider

It was my first century, so I didn't ride it...

It was my first century, so I didn't ride it fixed, but it was a thrill to see all the cool bikes people ride in this city. Sure, there were plenty of carbon fiber whats-its and titanium whosibobs,...
09-13-04, 10:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 781
Posted By NYCpistarider

My first century, on my paramount

I rode my first century this weekend, the New York Century, all 108 miles on my 1972 Schwinn Paramount, which is finally restored with all the old Campy goodies. It rode beautifully and comfortably,...
09-08-04, 03:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 841
Posted By NYCpistarider

I was a sworn clipless rider, but I got my first...

I was a sworn clipless rider, but I got my first set of clips and straps for my fixed bike and now I use them exclusively. Yes, clipless might weigh less and be *slightly* more efficient, a good set...
09-08-04, 08:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,932
Posted By NYCpistarider

Not sure what year I am looking for, honestly,...

Not sure what year I am looking for, honestly, but it is classic late 70s early 80s Trek. I haven't done that much research on the frame. It just fits my girlfriend really well and I am interested in...
Forum: Touring
09-07-04, 10:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,028
Posted By NYCpistarider

How about a Surly Crosscheck? I hear good things...

How about a Surly Crosscheck? I hear good things about this bike. Bike Works sells them for $800 or so complete.
09-07-04, 09:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,932
Posted By NYCpistarider

Vintage trek decals?

Anyone have a source for these?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-04, 07:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 975
Posted By NYCpistarider

Shimano 600 is what Ultegra used to be called, so...

Shimano 600 is what Ultegra used to be called, so that is decent stuff. How does it function? Can you post a pic? Hard to say if it is a good deal without knowing what you paid. If it is working for...
09-05-04, 06:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 955
Posted By NYCpistarider

Make sure you post a pic once it is all done!...

Make sure you post a pic once it is all done! What year Paramount is it?
09-04-04, 09:21 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,594
Posted By NYCpistarider

l'esprit d'escalier -- or staircase wit.

l'esprit d'escalier -- or staircase wit.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-04, 03:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,442
Posted By NYCpistarider

I put my bike in the shower once a week because i...

I put my bike in the shower once a week because i ride in rain and muck. I use car wash liquid to wash the frame and rims, citrus degreaser to clean the chain and other parts. I use a low pressure...
09-03-04, 02:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 464
Posted By NYCpistarider

Thanks for the reply. What method did you use?...

Thanks for the reply. What method did you use? Did you reset the frame or just jam it in?
09-03-04, 02:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 464
Posted By NYCpistarider

A dropout respacing question

I want to respace from 120 to 126. I have seen a lot of posts from folks who have gone from 126 to 130 with no problem, but anyone done 120 to 126, which is a slightly wider change?
Forum: Commuting
09-03-04, 01:22 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,516
Posted By NYCpistarider

In NYC it is illegal (and very, very dangerous...

In NYC it is illegal (and very, very dangerous for both you and pedestrians) to ride on sidewalks. In fact, I fear random jaywalking pedestrians and food delivery guys riding their bikes the wrong...
09-02-04, 02:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,321
Posted By NYCpistarider

Ouch, that sucks. Was it a break in or a...

Ouch, that sucks. Was it a break in or a put-your-hands-up robbery?? Do they have insurance? Sucks for something like that to happen to a new business like that. I hope they'll survive...
09-02-04, 02:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 808
Posted By NYCpistarider

no, this is not a proper wheelset. this is a...

no, this is not a proper wheelset. this is a freewheel that has been modified for fixed gear use. it is a much better idea to buy a set of inexpensive but track-specific wheels, or at least a rear...
09-01-04, 10:12 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,579
Posted By NYCpistarider

Looks sweet! Gives us all the details on the...

Looks sweet! Gives us all the details on the upgrades. LOVE the gold chain.
08-31-04, 06:56 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,579
Posted By NYCpistarider

Oh, man. That really sucks. A sobering reminder...

Oh, man. That really sucks. A sobering reminder to all of us to check that equipment before takeoff! I hope this won't keep you out of the NY Century... Hang in there. By the way, what color did you...
Forum: Commuting
08-30-04, 03:43 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,544
Posted By NYCpistarider

Have indoor bike parking but no showers or...

Have indoor bike parking but no showers or lockers. I usually don't sweat enough to need a shower though.
08-30-04, 03:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,734
Posted By NYCpistarider

From sheldon brown's website on vintage...

From sheldon brown's website on vintage lightweights:

Frejus
In the late 60's Frejus and Legnano bikes were very popular. They had a "Cinelliesque" seatstay attachment, fun paint with great...
08-30-04, 08:31 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,218
Posted By NYCpistarider

R & A sucks. They are such utter and complete...

R & A sucks. They are such utter and complete a**holes. I bought a $500 hybrid from them a couple years ago when I first started riding in the city and they were such jerks. They acted as though they...
Forum: Commuting
08-29-04, 05:11 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,071
Posted By NYCpistarider

Thanks, this is really helpful. My commute now is...

Thanks, this is really helpful. My commute now is 7 miles, and would like to keep it to less than 10 if I make the move. I want to live near the city, in a cool older neighborhood rather than some...
08-29-04, 07:48 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 556
Posted By NYCpistarider

Tommasini!!!!

This is a beauty. But too big for me and already sold...
http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/bik/40808322.html
Forum: Commuting
08-28-04, 09:50 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,071
Posted By NYCpistarider

Any Atlanta commuters?

I may be moving to a job in Atlanta. Anyone here commute by bike in Atlanta? What are conditions like? Terrain? What are neighborhoods in the city that offer good bike commuting links to downtown?...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-04, 02:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 757
Posted By NYCpistarider

I think the PP hill is long, which makes it...

I think the PP hill is long, which makes it tough. I have been riding loops in the park on my fixed gear and I actually find it easier because I just power up it. It used to exhaust me on my road...
08-26-04, 01:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 646
Posted By NYCpistarider

Check with Harris to make sure those cranks will...

Check with Harris to make sure those cranks will work with a phil BB. I have a phil BB and it soooooo smooth. I use campy cranks tho.
08-26-04, 08:48 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,169
Posted By NYCpistarider

but it doesn't have brakes or gears! it should...

but it doesn't have brakes or gears! it should cost just $300, right???
08-26-04, 06:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,798
Posted By NYCpistarider

Why don't you all just lock your wheels with a...

Why don't you all just lock your wheels with a chain of some sort? I wear a NYC kryptonite chain around my waist and it fits around both wheels and the frame. Never had a problem. May not look as...
Forum: Touring
08-25-04, 09:32 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 38,455
Posted By NYCpistarider

LHT is a very appealing bike -- similar geometry...

LHT is a very appealing bike -- similar geometry to the Rivendell Atlantis with less expensive TIG construction. Outfitted with Shimano 105 parts I think it would be a terrific touring bike. Here is...
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