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Forum: Mountain Biking
06-03-10, 06:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,605
Posted By T3hk1w1

I've been looking over both of them as well-the...

I've been looking over both of them as well-the trek(fuel EX8) is more "XC" feeling, although both are comfortable. The trek had very noticable pedal bob, although propedal did a pretty good job of...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-24-10, 01:05 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,415
Posted By T3hk1w1

In Alabama there are "cottonmouths" or water...

In Alabama there are "cottonmouths" or water moccasins to worry about. That's about the only snake I know of in this part of the world that has a rep for being overly aggressive.
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-23-10, 09:16 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,110
Posted By T3hk1w1

It's most likely only in existence so it's high...

It's most likely only in existence so it's high MPG ratings balance out the lower fuel efficiency of Aston Martin's other lines, allowing them to stay in compliance with various fuel efficiency...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-23-10, 07:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,110
Posted By T3hk1w1

You know, at a claimed bike weight of roughly...

You know, at a claimed bike weight of roughly 28.5 lbs, I'm willing to believe that the M-series frame really is made out of anthracite (anthracite is a type of coal btw, for those not aware).
So I...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-08-10, 11:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,796
Posted By T3hk1w1

Giant trance vs Trek Fuel?

So I went to my LBS yesterday to look at forks and ended up test-riding a 2009 Giant trance X3, which I immediately fell in love with. The salesperson recommended that I also try out a trek fuel, but...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-08-10, 11:36 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,554
Posted By T3hk1w1

That's awesome. What's it weigh?

That's awesome. What's it weigh?
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-04-09, 12:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 726
Posted By T3hk1w1

Chelboed, that's what the S&W scandium-frame...

Chelboed, that's what the S&W scandium-frame revolvers are for :)

Seriously though at least carry a cell phone. I usually ride with enough stuff to satisfy an entire troop of boy scouts. (Map and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-03-09, 11:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,185
Posted By T3hk1w1

I haven't had any trouble with my BB5s, I've had...

I haven't had any trouble with my BB5s, I've had to do a little readjustment once or twice but that's it.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-20-09, 06:53 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 23,964
Posted By T3hk1w1

Hmm, old thread. Here's a good topic-What carry...

Hmm, old thread. Here's a good topic-What carry gun for weight weenies?
While guns definitely have there place, I think it would be difficult to aim while on the bike, and I think staying on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-10-09, 09:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,256
Posted By T3hk1w1

Top-pull vs. Bottom-pull cable routing?

I'm installing a new FD, and I'm wondering if it's worth the trouble to reroute the FD cable to top-pull instead of the bottom-pull setup I have now. The FD is dual-pull. Other than keeping the cable...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-09-09, 07:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,330
Posted By T3hk1w1

I just got in a front derailleur from them...

I just got in a front derailleur from them yesterday, within their arrival time estimate of Jan. 3-9, and in perfect condition.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-04-09, 10:22 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,468
Posted By T3hk1w1

I would suggest wandering over to the local pawn...

I would suggest wandering over to the local pawn shop and picking up a beater. They are really cheap, and you can weld on the handlebars, seat post, seat, etc so they don't get stolen off the bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-04-09, 10:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 6,521
Posted By T3hk1w1

I would, in order of preference: 1. Go to any...

I would, in order of preference:
1. Go to any muffler/body shop/machine shop of any kind, and get them to do it for you. Fast, cheap, safe.
2. Rent an angle grinder with a cutoff wheel, or buy a...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-04-09, 09:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,785
Posted By T3hk1w1

The brakes on the HR Comp disc are really good...

The brakes on the HR Comp disc are really good for the price of the bike. You might want to go to your local LBS and try picking up these bikes-the Hardrock (08) is over 30 pounds and I imagine the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-31-08, 08:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,186
Posted By T3hk1w1

Yup, I would steer way clear. Their "About us"...

Yup, I would steer way clear. Their "About us" page has no info about them, just about what they claim to sell. They also don't give a physical address anywhere on the site.
I wouldn't buy from any...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-31-08, 06:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 756
Posted By T3hk1w1

Most of the derailleurs and cranksets currently...

Most of the derailleurs and cranksets currently on the market (that shimano offers, anyway) claim to work with both 8-speed and 9-speed chains. +1 on the Zinn book. It's a little light on the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-31-08, 12:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 352
Posted By T3hk1w1

You might want to take a quick look at...

You might want to take a quick look at www.sheldonbrown.com/gears.html
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-30-08, 07:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 648
Posted By T3hk1w1

Yup, it's included. I checked around today and it...

Yup, it's included. I checked around today and it looks like I can get the tools to do the swap for about $40 out the door from performance bike, so I'll prob go that route.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-30-08, 12:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,876
Posted By T3hk1w1

I'm too lazy to go out and buy bike-specific...

I'm too lazy to go out and buy bike-specific grease, so I just use the same LMX grease that I pack my jeep's bearings with.
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-29-08, 06:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 677
Posted By T3hk1w1

Looking at the design of the frame, it doesn't...

Looking at the design of the frame, it doesn't surprise me that it failed like that. The top, down, and seat tubes do not form a triangle, leaving a weak point in the middle of the seat tube to fail...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-29-08, 02:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,022
Posted By T3hk1w1

If you're gonna use it more than once or twice I...

If you're gonna use it more than once or twice I would recommend a decent brand like Craftsman. The HF stuff can be real iffy on quality.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-29-08, 12:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 648
Posted By T3hk1w1

Swapping Crankset and BB

Through an xmas-season mixup I recently ended up with a brand-new Alivio crankset (and BB?) installed on my Hardrock while an SLX crankset is winging its way through the mail to me as well. When the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-28-08, 09:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 939
Posted By T3hk1w1

Sure it can handle drops like that- after all,...

Sure it can handle drops like that- after all, it's "PROFFESIONALLY BUILT!!" :p
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-25-08, 10:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,997
Posted By T3hk1w1

Well SunTour's website says the '09 model SF7-XCM...

Well SunTour's website says the '09 model SF7-XCM fork (found on the Hardrock Sport and Comp) weights 2300 grams, so presumably the '08 model weights the same. 2300 grams=5.07 pounds. No wonder my...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-25-08, 03:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,997
Posted By T3hk1w1

I figure I'll upgrade stuff after it breaks until...

I figure I'll upgrade stuff after it breaks until I have all mid-to-high end stuff on my bike. Then I'll go out and find a nice frame somewhere to put it all on :)
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-25-08, 03:27 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,004
Posted By T3hk1w1

I got a new SLX crankset (triple), M540 SPD...

I got a new SLX crankset (triple), M540 SPD pedals, and Specialized MTB sport shoes to go with it. I also got an Alivio crankset from another relative who wasn't in on the SLX buy. SLX and pedals are...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-23-08, 11:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,997
Posted By T3hk1w1

D'oh. That would help, huh. I ride an '08...

D'oh. That would help, huh. I ride an '08 Hardrock Comp Disc. (19" frame)
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-23-08, 11:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,997
Posted By T3hk1w1

Hardrock Weight

I'm trying to lighten my bike up a bit, and I'm having a hard time finding out the weights of my existing components. My bike is still being shipped back down to Houston, and in the meantime I was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-23-08, 07:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,168
Posted By T3hk1w1

You know he/she is on here reading this thread,...

You know he/she is on here reading this thread, right? Murphy's law and all that. One practical, but less "festive" idea might be a gift card for the local LBS.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-23-08, 07:23 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,839
Posted By T3hk1w1

I have a Crank Bros. Multi-17 that I really like....

I have a Crank Bros. Multi-17 that I really like. I did my first chain break and reattach the other day using it and it worked pretty well. The design allows enough leverage to push out those...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-23-08, 05:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 733
Posted By T3hk1w1

I have a creak similar to the one you describe...

I have a creak similar to the one you describe that I think is caused by a worn-out bottom bracket.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-08-08, 06:44 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,781
Posted By T3hk1w1

^^^ and you thought your current saddle was...

^^^ and you thought your current saddle was uncomfortable...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-06-08, 04:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 617
Posted By T3hk1w1

Well, everything has been fixed or is scheduled...

Well, everything has been fixed or is scheduled to be except for the crankset, which will have to wait until xmas. My LBS mechanic was very surprised to see that my right crank was bent, it seems...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-06-08, 01:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 413
Posted By T3hk1w1

...I specifically said that about new FS bikes,...

...I specifically said that about new FS bikes, not used FS's or new hardtails. Nothing in Chelboed's post disagreed with what I was saying :rolleyes:
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-05-08, 11:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 413
Posted By T3hk1w1

Well, to start off you can look here: ...

Well, to start off you can look here: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=67259
You're gonna have a real hard time finding a new FS bike of any decent quality for $850, much less with...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-05-08, 07:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 617
Posted By T3hk1w1

Crashed the bike-upgrade time?

Well, I finally did it today-I crashed my 3 month old Hardrock (08) hard enough to break a bunch of stuff. I assume that Specialized's warranty will not cover the damage, so I'm thinking about...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-04-08, 04:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,680
Posted By T3hk1w1

There is a bike-sharing program alive and well...

There is a bike-sharing program alive and well here in my current hometown of Putney, VT.

http://www.woj.com.au/2007/08/28/us-putney-pedals-climate-message/
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-01-08, 01:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 698
Posted By T3hk1w1

I knew somebody was gonna say that ^^^^

I knew somebody was gonna say that ^^^^
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-29-08, 10:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 800
Posted By T3hk1w1

Interesting. I've wondered myself how to reduce...

Interesting. I've wondered myself how to reduce the weight on my 08 Hardrock, which is just under 33 lbs stripped. What's the weight on that Hoss?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-08, 12:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 513
Posted By T3hk1w1

Tube Sizes

Dumb question here, is there any benefit to 26x1.9-2.125 tubes over 26x1.75-2.125 tubes when using 26x2.1 tires? I assume the former are slightly larger, so would that allow me to inflate to the same...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-22-08, 12:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,532
Posted By T3hk1w1

Indeed. If the size of the engine(Us) wasn't so...

Indeed. If the size of the engine(Us) wasn't so limited we would be would be using bikes for a LOT of stuff that is currently done by motorized vehicles, because for cargoes up to around 150 or so...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-22-08, 12:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 967
Posted By T3hk1w1

oqbigbird, I've been going through the same...

oqbigbird, I've been going through the same questions. I recently did my first first ride in that temp about a week ago, and when I got back it took me half a bag of cough drops to stop coughing (no...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-22-08, 12:31 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,110
Posted By T3hk1w1

On Intense's website under "specs" the Intense is...

On Intense's website under "specs" the Intense is listed as weighting 7.25lbs... WTF? Are they just talking about the weight of the frame?
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-20-08, 09:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 805
Posted By T3hk1w1

Cut me break here, I'm from Texas :) It doesn't...

Cut me break here, I'm from Texas :) It doesn't really get down to 25 degrees in Houston very often. I have biked in 105 degree weather though...I'm trying to avoid buying too much cold weather gear,...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-19-08, 11:51 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,879
Posted By T3hk1w1

I would love to see someone ride a unicycle with...

I would love to see someone ride a unicycle with SPD pedals.
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-19-08, 05:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 805
Posted By T3hk1w1

Cold...

Well, I just got back from a ride to my LBS and back (1 mile each way). it's after dark and about 24 degrees outside, which is by far the coldest weather I've ever ridden in. It was very different...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-08, 01:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 684
Posted By T3hk1w1

From what I've seen and heard from media, print,...

From what I've seen and heard from media, print, and a couple friends over there, bicycles in japan are so ubiquitous that most of them don't really care much about the specifics.
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-15-08, 04:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,167
Posted By T3hk1w1

seems to me that doing that could horribly tweak...

seems to me that doing that could horribly tweak the fork if not break it outright the first time it took a hard impact. A dual-shock fork is NOT designed for that kind of differential force.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-14-08, 03:25 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,121
Posted By T3hk1w1

I've wanted to get into bowhunting for a while,...

I've wanted to get into bowhunting for a while, but I'm afraid my rifles would get lonely...

Atlatls are legal for hunting non-game animals and hogs in TX, but not deer unfortunately.
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-14-08, 11:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 699
Posted By T3hk1w1

I would take a look at the hardrock personally....

I would take a look at the hardrock personally. It may be a bit heavy but the frame seems bombproof.
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