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Forum: Touring
01-12-17, 10:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,251
Posted By manicmike

230 bucks is a lot. Why don't you buy a regular...

230 bucks is a lot. Why don't you buy a regular dynamo wheel instead of some random product?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-12-17, 09:58 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 27,693
Posted By manicmike

Not A Wolverine. Focus!

Not A Wolverine. Focus!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-16-16, 11:52 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 27,693
Posted By manicmike

I have a Saga and a Wolverine and they are very...

I have a Saga and a Wolverine and they are very different bikes. I love the cush and utility of the Saga, but the Wolverine has much snappier handling and is more fun to ride on a daily basis.
Forum: Touring
12-10-16, 12:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,574
Posted By manicmike

Or he could just buy a brand new touring bike for...

Or he could just buy a brand new touring bike for the price of that rohloff!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-10-16, 09:33 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 27,693
Posted By manicmike

The rear stays are pretty flexy, and I can get it...

The rear stays are pretty flexy, and I can get it to ghost shift pulling away from every stoplight, but most steel frames I have ridden are like that. The sliding dropouts are cool, but useless with...
Forum: Touring
11-03-16, 06:00 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,433
Posted By manicmike

Do this.

Do this.
Forum: Touring
09-16-16, 08:35 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,181
Posted By manicmike

? They might be smiling.but I doubt they are...

? They might be smiling.but I doubt they are laughing.
Forum: Touring
09-15-16, 10:37 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,181
Posted By manicmike

Soma New Express made by Panaracer. I'm a big...

Soma New Express made by Panaracer. I'm a big Panaracer fan.
Forum: Touring
09-14-16, 04:59 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,181
Posted By manicmike

Just like in post #2, I'm going to recommend the...

Just like in post #2, I'm going to recommend the Soma Saga. I bought mine because of the shorter top tube and the taller head tube. They have just discontinued the canti post version (the one I own),...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-14-16, 04:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,812
Posted By manicmike

Soma's contribution, "The...

Soma's contribution, "The Wolverine".http://i1174.photobucket.com/albums/r610/michaeld61/IMG_20160630_203330_zpsexqggeyv.jpg...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-05-16, 01:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,111
Posted By manicmike

It isn't legal in Utah either, but that doesn't...

It isn't legal in Utah either, but that doesn't seem to stop these trail abusers. I have yet to see anyone who is elderly riding them on trails.
Forum: Touring
12-21-15, 09:53 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,136
Posted By manicmike

:lol::lol:

:lol::lol:
Forum: Touring
10-16-15, 08:50 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 10,367
Posted By manicmike

Nope, I love them!

Nope, I love them!
Forum: Touring
12-23-14, 07:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,467
Posted By manicmike

I put a pair on some standard 26 inch wheels and...

I put a pair on some standard 26 inch wheels and they were so tight that I pinched the rear tube putting them on. When I tried to remove the tire to repair the flat, I could not get it off. I feel...
Forum: Touring
12-22-14, 10:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,467
Posted By manicmike

Good luck getting them off of the rim if you get...

Good luck getting them off of the rim if you get a flat. Or ever.
Forum: Touring
10-20-14, 07:00 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,418
Posted By manicmike

+3.

+3.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-25-14, 06:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,053
Posted By manicmike

I just ordered these in terracotta for my Soma...

I just ordered these in terracotta for my Soma Saga. Pasela's are a great tire. Riding the pictured tires in 32mm right now.
Forum: Touring
08-16-14, 07:57 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 11,785
Posted By manicmike

I agree completely. I bought my Saga for the...

I agree completely. I bought my Saga for the above mentioned reason, plus it has a really tall headtube so you can get your bars up there with out so many spacers. Top tube a bit shorter than the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-08-14, 07:25 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 744
Posted By manicmike

Surly trool fork on rigid Nishiki?

I recently came across a Nishiki Cascade in my size(xtra huge). I was wanting to change to a threadless headset with the obvious choices being a LHT fork or a troll fork. I really want to go with the...
Forum: Commuting
05-17-14, 01:47 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 24,696
Posted By manicmike

I am far from an "elitist" but I have known since...

I am far from an "elitist" but I have known since I was about ten that huffy's and their ilk are mostly crap. If you want to ride said crap that is fine, but don't come on here and call others...
Forum: Touring
05-07-14, 08:27 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,292
Posted By manicmike

I use large platforms and some decent low top...

I use large platforms and some decent low top hikers. Find some with a stiff sole. My feet are very sensitive to flexing and i found that Merrells are stiff enough. I have ridden clipless for years,...
Forum: Touring
05-03-14, 06:57 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 29,501
Posted By manicmike

I just built up a Soma Saga and I love it. It...

I just built up a Soma Saga and I love it. It rides great unloaded too!
Forum: Touring
04-30-14, 09:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 12,722
Posted By manicmike

This is what I use except mine came with end...

This is what I use except mine came with end caps. Much lighter than PVC and plenty tough.
Forum: Touring
05-09-13, 10:47 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 7,166
Posted By manicmike

Ass

Ass
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-13, 09:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,364
Posted By manicmike

No, He is actually not right, see my above...

No, He is actually not right, see my above post.:rolleyes:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-13, 12:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,364
Posted By manicmike

According to my ruler and conversion charts 5mm...

According to my ruler and conversion charts 5mm is just a hair over 3/16. Come to find out i dont have the proper chainring for this crank. I believe i have some in storage. I didn't know if this was...
Forum: Commuting
03-14-13, 08:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,958
Posted By manicmike

I hate slime. But I use it during late summer....

I hate slime. But I use it during late summer. Goatheads you know.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-13, 11:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,364
Posted By manicmike

Thanks for real advice.

Thanks for real advice.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-13, 07:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,364
Posted By manicmike

I think I will try it out just because of...

I think I will try it out just because of velonomes sage advice.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-13, 07:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,364
Posted By manicmike

mismacthed crankarms

Would it be silly to use a 172.5 on the drive side and a 170 on the other? Would i notice the difference? I used to think that I had to have 175 cranks, but eventually realized that I couldn't tell...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-13, 10:34 AM
Replies: 601
Views: 169,933
Posted By manicmike

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7159/6792860507_6375...

http://farm8.staticflickr.com/7159/6792860507_637591fff4_b.jpgOne of my very favorite bikes on here. Very clean build!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-13, 10:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,369
Posted By manicmike

My Fuji Del Rey has 700c wheels, 32mm tires and...

My Fuji Del Rey has 700c wheels, 32mm tires and 44mm planet bike fenders. My old Schwinn prelude(wish I never sold it ) would never fit that. You gotta kind of look around for larger clearance...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-13, 06:42 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 5,333
Posted By manicmike

Hells Yes! I keep thinking of forming a 420...

Hells Yes! I keep thinking of forming a 420 riding group around here. We would ride really slow and take so many breaks that we don't get far!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-13, 06:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,369
Posted By manicmike

I guess I've just been lucky, but every 27 inch...

I guess I've just been lucky, but every 27 inch to 700c has been no problem for me.Pretty much just slap them in and adjust the brake pads. Just lucky I guess.
Forum: Touring
02-18-13, 10:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,585
Posted By manicmike

I love my bear traps as long as I keep my ankles...

I love my bear traps as long as I keep my ankles out of the way( bushwhacking'). But I must say concave pedals suck! What I look for in a pedal is a large and FLAT platform . The above pedals look...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-17-13, 09:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 6,510
Posted By manicmike

Isn't KSL a great spot to find bikes? I saw that...

Isn't KSL a great spot to find bikes? I saw that bike on there and wished it was a tad bigger. I ride a 23 inch High Plains that is barely big enough (I'm about 6-2). I've been watching KSL for a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-13, 10:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,881
Posted By manicmike

I didn't mean to give the wrong impression, I am...

I didn't mean to give the wrong impression, I am definately not in the market for custom. This was bad advice given from one freind to another. I have been perfectly comfortrable on my old steel as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-13, 07:19 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 27,149
Posted By manicmike

That is a pretty bike.About a 64cm.? p.m. me if...

That is a pretty bike.About a 64cm.? p.m. me if you really want to get rid of it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-13, 07:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,881
Posted By manicmike

Do I need custom?

I was just talking to someone who insisted that anyone over 6 feet tall needs a custom bike. I am about 6-3 and ride old steel producton bikes just fine. By the way the person preaching this is well...
Forum: Touring
01-16-13, 03:59 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 120,431
Posted By manicmike

Thanks, I also may try some expedition bars,...

Thanks, I also may try some expedition bars, folks seem to have some luck with those(and they are cheap!).
Forum: Touring
01-16-13, 02:06 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 120,431
Posted By manicmike

I don't know my mountain bike sizing but i...

I don't know my mountain bike sizing but i normally ride a 25 inch road bike I have 23 inch High Plains that i seem to have trouble getting comfortable on.(hand pain). Do I just need to mess with my...
Forum: Touring
03-23-12, 06:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,076
Posted By manicmike

Nice, just signed up!

Nice, just signed up!
Forum: Touring
05-06-11, 07:38 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,022
Posted By manicmike

What are the snakes supposed to eat?

What are the snakes supposed to eat?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-11, 07:35 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 561
Posted By manicmike

MTB V-series saddles are good.

MTB V-series saddles are good.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-11, 09:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,344
Posted By manicmike

They are the alloys and seem to have a decent...

They are the alloys and seem to have a decent lip.
They are rather narrow though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-11, 10:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,344
Posted By manicmike

Yes, they are wire bead. I'll try the brake...

Yes, they are wire bead.
I'll try the brake cleaner on it.
Thanks everyone!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-11, 08:34 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,344
Posted By manicmike

Panaracer tour guard pressure

I just got some 27x1 1/4 tour guards to go on some old Rigida that came with my Motobecane.
I mounted them the other afternoon pumped them up to 95 (the pressure stated on the tire) and rode around...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-11, 07:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 13,335
Posted By manicmike

By the way, are you sure it's a Motobecane, and...

By the way, are you sure it's a Motobecane, and how do you know?

It still has the moto head badge.

The 1982 catalog scans posted above by ftwelder show the 1982 Randonee spec'd with Dia Compe...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-11, 07:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 13,335
Posted By manicmike

Is there any way to find out what year it is at...

Is there any way to find out what year it is at least?
It has cantilever brakes and the only others like that would be a 1982 randonee.
But those supposedly have straight gauge tubing and this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-11, 07:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 13,335
Posted By manicmike

Thanks guys! Any one else have any info?

Thanks guys!
Any one else have any info?
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