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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-23-09, 03:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,903
Posted By Coomer

Cool, thanks for the advice. Maybe S & S is out...

Cool, thanks for the advice. Maybe S & S is out on holiday vacation. I'll also try some of their dealers if I don't hear from them. (I did also ask the seller btw.)

Thanks again for the advice!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-22-09, 05:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,903
Posted By Coomer

Home-made S & S Coupler Tool

I recently purchased a bike that has S & S couplers installed on it, but it didn't come with the S & S tool to tighten/loosen the couplers. I tried contacting S & S to order a tool, but they haven't...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-22-09, 07:09 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 8,137
Posted By Coomer

I just have to say that your yellow 3Rensho frame...

I just have to say that your yellow 3Rensho frame is awesome. I can't wait to see that built up!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-22-09, 07:07 AM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,776,143
Posted By Coomer

Wolfsuit, those pics are awesome! Great looking...

Wolfsuit, those pics are awesome! Great looking bike!

And anomaly, that's quite the sweet bike corner.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-13-09, 03:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 808
Posted By Coomer

I ride the Soma ones on my bikes with...

I ride the Soma ones on my bikes with clips/straps, and I like them a lot. Plus they're easy to find at local bike shops.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-09-09, 01:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,257
Posted By Coomer

Damn, you're absolutely right. I knew it was a...

Damn, you're absolutely right. I knew it was a perfect chainline, but forgot about the weird spacing on the Paul hub. Sorry for posting misinformation.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-08-09, 07:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,614
Posted By Coomer

I also love those bars. I have the medium drop...

I also love those bars. I have the medium drop ones and they're very comfortable. I prefer them over my Nitto RB-021 bars.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-08-09, 07:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,257
Posted By Coomer

I'm pretty sure it was a 42mm chainline with the...

I'm pretty sure it was a 42mm chainline with the 103mm BB and chainring on the outside. My girlfriend's bike has RD2 cranks on it with a 103mm Sugino BB and the chainring on the outside. I'll measure...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-08-09, 08:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,257
Posted By Coomer

I've run those cranks on my Pake...

I've run those cranks on my Pake (http://www.pedalroom.com/bike/the-black-pake-418) with a 103mm bottom bracket, and the 103mm bottom bracket does give you a 42mm chainline with the chainring on the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-05-09, 01:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 961
Posted By Coomer

I've contemplated those Vans shoes. Has anyone...

I've contemplated those Vans shoes. Has anyone tried them?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-05-09, 01:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,205
Posted By Coomer

I love my Reload bag with the split strap. It's...

I love my Reload bag with the split strap. It's much more comfy and easier to adjust than my girlfriend's Reload bag with the regular strap, and has held up fine for me. I've carried a few loads that...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-07-09, 10:48 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,091
Posted By Coomer

169 rpm at 33mph on 45/18.

169 rpm at 33mph on 45/18.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-01-09, 01:47 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,776,143
Posted By Coomer

Love that Affinity! Looks great!

Love that Affinity! Looks great!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-09, 03:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,640
Posted By Coomer

I'm still on the hunt for info to get this wheel...

I'm still on the hunt for info to get this wheel operational.

Someone mentioned that it may be possible to use a Shimano XT hub or just some parts from it. Does anyone know anything about this?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-20-09, 10:54 AM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,776,143
Posted By Coomer

I like the Raleigh for your GF. Looks good!

I like the Raleigh for your GF. Looks good!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-11-09, 02:35 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,226
Posted By Coomer

Looks great! I liked my 725TR a lot!

Looks great! I liked my 725TR a lot!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-11-09, 02:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 590
Posted By Coomer

I second looking on eBay. I just got a couple...

I second looking on eBay. I just got a couple Concors. One was $15 and one was $26.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-24-09, 05:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,010
Posted By Coomer

Recycled Cycles is my favorite shop because of...

Recycled Cycles is my favorite shop because of the used parts bins and really friendly people. They replaced a nipple for me for free and always give me great prices on little repair parts I need....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-22-09, 11:06 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 21,533
Posted By Coomer

I ran grips up top and tape on the horns on my...

I ran grips up top and tape on the horns on my bars, and I'm happy with the way they feel.

http://www.pedalroom.com/bike/polished-cannondale-track-650/photo/4
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-09, 01:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,640
Posted By Coomer

Does anyone know if this hub...

Does anyone know if this hub (http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=380153182123&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT) shares the same bearing seat/bearings as the larger diameter hubs like mine? I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-09, 01:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,640
Posted By Coomer

Good to know. Thanks for the help! :)

Good to know. Thanks for the help! :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-15-09, 07:32 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,011
Posted By Coomer

I wanted to do the same thing at one point but...

I wanted to do the same thing at one point but did some research and found that it was a bad idea. The threaded area would be the weakest link in the system, and if that broke at speed you'd...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-15-09, 09:36 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 5,132
Posted By Coomer

I did this once. It was my mistake because I...

I did this once. It was my mistake because I didn't thread the puller in all the way. Did you thread the puller in all the way? You can tell if this is the case because if you did, then all of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-15-09, 01:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,640
Posted By Coomer

Good to know. I'll have to see what I can find. ...

Good to know. I'll have to see what I can find.

Also, does anyone know if it would be possible to use a Surly Fixxer (http://www.surlybikes.com/parts/fixxer_pop.html) to turn it into a rear wheel?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-13-09, 07:28 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,776,143
Posted By Coomer

My Pulse...

My Pulse (http://www.pedalroom.com/bike/gt-pulse-656) with a different front wheel:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3480/3910240144_e004984b3f_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/coomer/3910240144/)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-13-09, 07:00 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,640
Posted By Coomer

Spin Trispoke Hub Question

So I just picked up a cheap Spin Trispoke for one of my bikes, and it looks like it's missing a piece of the hub.

On the drive-side, the aluminum doesn't stick out nearly as far and there's a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-09-09, 04:01 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,652
Posted By Coomer

I saw that too...pretty crazy for a GTB. I just...

I saw that too...pretty crazy for a GTB. I just threw my Pulse up on eBay hoping for similar crazy-ness. :thumb:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-08-09, 08:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,652
Posted By Coomer

I've heard that those bikes are pretty low end....

I've heard that those bikes are pretty low end. Older GT GTB track bikes are nicer, and the older GT pulse is one step up above the GTB.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-07-09, 10:12 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,776,143
Posted By Coomer

It's a Pulse. :thumb: ...

It's a Pulse. :thumb:

http://www.pedalroom.com/bike/gt-pulse-656

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2531/3898653453_2158773a28_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/coomer/3898653453/)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-07-09, 10:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 514
Posted By Coomer

Those cranks use an ISO taper, so ideally, an...

Those cranks use an ISO taper, so ideally, an ISO-taper bottom bracket would be best.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-07-09, 04:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 846
Posted By Coomer

All I have to say is be careful, and see a doctor...

All I have to say is be careful, and see a doctor if the pain gets worse.

I just got back on a bike after being unable to ride or even walk for a month due to knee injuries from riding.

Do you...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-07-09, 04:40 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,776,143
Posted By Coomer

It's a Kinesis aluminum/carbon fork. Thanks for...

It's a Kinesis aluminum/carbon fork. Thanks for the comments. :)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-07-09, 04:26 AM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,776,143
Posted By Coomer

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3446/3896201280_516...

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3446/3896201280_516d0d1476_o.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/coomer/3896201280)

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2507/3896201392_411af7ea2c_o.jpg...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-02-09, 04:10 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 9,877
Posted By Coomer

I actually got to ride my newest frame - the one...

I actually got to ride my newest frame - the one that's been sitting in my apartment for a month while I was waiting for my knees to heal.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-31-09, 11:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,372
Posted By Coomer

I buy $15 Vittoria Zaffiros for the rear, and...

I buy $15 Vittoria Zaffiros for the rear, and usually run nicer $35 Gatorskins up front. I go through rear tires too quickly to justify buying nice rear tires, but for the fronts, I like something...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-31-09, 10:22 AM
Replies: 4,176
Views: 1,968,126
Posted By Coomer

Yum. Any more info on that Masi?

Yum. Any more info on that Masi?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-31-09, 03:12 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,774
Posted By Coomer

I typically tighten mine to 33 ft-lbs. Make sure...

I typically tighten mine to 33 ft-lbs. Make sure you get them at least to minimum torque specs, because if they loosen up, your cranks can get rounded off (aka destroyed) pretty quickly.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-31-09, 12:39 AM
Replies: 4,176
Views: 1,968,126
Posted By Coomer

Love that Look carbon bike that was posted a page...

Love that Look carbon bike that was posted a page ago! Thing is crazy!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-27-09, 09:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,465
Posted By Coomer

One of my arms used to get sore from skidding...I...

One of my arms used to get sore from skidding...I kept riding and the soreness went away as I got more used to riding brakeless. Forgot about it until I saw this thread.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-27-09, 06:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,064
Posted By Coomer

That's tall Bryan's bike...I've rode with him on...

That's tall Bryan's bike...I've rode with him on this bike and it's gorgeous in person!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-27-09, 06:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,819
Posted By Coomer

Makes for nicer descents with less spinning. ...

Makes for nicer descents with less spinning.

I ran 46/17 for my first alleycat and 46/18 for my second one, both in hilly Seattle.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-25-09, 04:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 521
Posted By Coomer

I used to get palm pressure quite a bit, but I...

I used to get palm pressure quite a bit, but I got used to it and sort of forgot about it. Does your bike seem to fit you well aside from this issue?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-25-09, 04:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,958
Posted By Coomer

Just to add in here, I love my Paul hub. The one...

Just to add in here, I love my Paul hub. The one thing about it I don't care for much is the 45mm chainline it gives me. Just be aware of that.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-18-09, 05:36 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,033
Posted By Coomer

Which one? The GT? It'll be a little while, but...

Which one? The GT? It'll be a little while, but within a month hopefully.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-18-09, 02:21 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,033
Posted By Coomer

I once didn't engage enough threads with my crank...

I once didn't engage enough threads with my crank puller and destroyed the threads on the crank arm when I tried removing the crank arm. I ended up having to file down the bottom bracket shoulder to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-14-09, 09:18 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,357
Posted By Coomer

I also recently got ahold of a set of the Belleri...

I also recently got ahold of a set of the Belleri original bars as well, but I've yet to try them. Can't ride for another 3 weeks. :-(
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-14-09, 09:14 AM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,776,143
Posted By Coomer

Gyeswho, how do you like that bartape? I've got...

Gyeswho, how do you like that bartape? I've got some sitting on my desk waiting to go on my new bike.

Teaser of the new bike:

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3478/3820836702_76e2e0d4f1_o.jpg...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-10-09, 01:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,582
Posted By Coomer

I don't wear gloves, but I have tan lines where...

I don't wear gloves, but I have tan lines where the tops of my hands meet my knuckles from grabbing my bars.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-08-09, 04:55 PM
Replies: 1,860
Views: 1,035,535
Posted By Coomer

Yeah, they definitely all get ridden. I like to...

Yeah, they definitely all get ridden. I like to change things up a lot. :-)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-08-09, 10:23 AM
Replies: 1,860
Views: 1,035,535
Posted By Coomer

Thanks for the comments. I just spend way too...

Thanks for the comments. I just spend way too much time on eBay/Craigslist and way too much money on bike parts, but it's what I love to do. :-)
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