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Forum: Mountain Biking
07-30-12, 07:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,207
Posted By mtb_man_14

color advice

Looking to paint my bike. Don't know what colors to go with. I was thinking maybe military colors. Flat green, some white stencil work. Throw some flat brown on random stuff like the calipers. The...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-30-12, 07:10 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,586,733
Posted By mtb_man_14

Haha that was during the spring when we got tons...

Haha that was during the spring when we got tons of rain. It's mostly burnt up not. Stupid Kentucky weather.

Nice ride scrublover! I bet that thing can handle some serious abuse.
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-25-12, 05:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 445
Posted By mtb_man_14

Sweet! Thanks!

Sweet! Thanks!
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-24-12, 08:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 673
Posted By mtb_man_14

I always warp or bend rotors before they go out...

I always warp or bend rotors before they go out of thickness spec. I always used isopropyl alcohol to clean them. When I bled them today I got brake fluid on the front. Isopropyl alcohol didnt help...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-24-12, 08:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,703
Posted By mtb_man_14

pffft who needs gears? jk this looks like...

pffft who needs gears?

jk this looks like itll be a fun build. Look forward to seeing it done! I have no suggestions as to what components though. You could probably get some Juicy 7's for cheap....
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-24-12, 08:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 445
Posted By mtb_man_14

Juicy 3 question

Whats up guys? Ben a while since I've been here. Don't really know why I quit coming. I'm back now though! Anyway, I have Juicy 3's that I bled today. I have the avid bleed kit but all the fluid that...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-24-12, 08:11 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,586,733
Posted By mtb_man_14

It's was on outcast 29er. I painted it,...

It's was on outcast 29er. I painted it, obviously. I switched the stems from my moto fantom comp so now the outcast has a ritchey comp, the grips are ergon, bars are forte ctr, chain is kmc bmx,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-26-11, 08:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,126
Posted By mtb_man_14

Cool. The other thing I wanted to ask you is what...

Cool. The other thing I wanted to ask you is what brand of spray did you use and many cans did you go through? I have a 17" 29er frame and fork to do.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-26-11, 07:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,126
Posted By mtb_man_14

Even if it does start to chip, it should be...

Even if it does start to chip, it should be simple enough to fix. Don't have to re-mix the paint and I'd hope colors in the rattle cans are rather consistant. I guess I'll go raid the duplicolor...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-25-11, 10:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,126
Posted By mtb_man_14

Plus some colors are harder to spray than others....

Plus some colors are harder to spray than others. Or some won't turn out right with aerosol.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-25-11, 09:49 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,126
Posted By mtb_man_14

Because I cant make up my own mind. Every color I...

Because I cant make up my own mind. Every color I listed sounds equally pleasing.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-25-11, 09:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,126
Posted By mtb_man_14

Painting frame advice

I'm going to paint the frame on my SS 29er here soon. Trouble is... I don't know what color(s) and what kind of paint. I have the equipment (gun, air compressor, thinner and mixing cups) and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-19-11, 08:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,005
Posted By mtb_man_14

Pretty sure I asked if I got a good deal. Sure...

Pretty sure I asked if I got a good deal. Sure there are better deals out there and I know it but I didnt want to be hosed. The tuneups add a considerable amount of value. Around $100 a year. I have...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-18-11, 06:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,005
Posted By mtb_man_14

But I supported local buisness, built a better...

But I supported local buisness, built a better relationship with the owner of the shop, get LIFETIME tune ups and a pro fitting. I knew I wasnt getting the best deal possible but its still good from...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-17-11, 08:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,005
Posted By mtb_man_14

Did I get a good deal and good bike?

I got a Ridley X bow with tiagra for 1160 out the door. I get lifetime tune ups and a professional fitting included. It weighs 21.6 pounds. lighter than I expected. Tiagra is pretty reliable from...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-02-11, 03:55 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 4,064
Posted By mtb_man_14

Is a aluminum rigid ss 29er close enough?

Is a aluminum rigid ss 29er close enough?
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-15-10, 06:47 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,398
Posted By mtb_man_14

Listen to him ^^^

Listen to him ^^^
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-15-10, 06:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,247
Posted By mtb_man_14

East Fork Lake has nice scenery its over in ohio....

East Fork Lake has nice scenery its over in ohio. about 30 min from cincy. it has great mtb trails and a good campground. I frequent Versails which is about an hour from cinicnnati. It has really...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-14-10, 09:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,137
Posted By mtb_man_14

I'm 5'7 and fit perfectly on a 17" rigid 29er but...

I'm 5'7 and fit perfectly on a 17" rigid 29er but I have really long legs and shorter arms. I like it better. But my first was a 26"
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-10-10, 04:25 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,749
Posted By mtb_man_14

Mainly tires. Im putting a rigid carbon fork on...

Mainly tires. Im putting a rigid carbon fork on my bike in the spring. That saves me 3 pounds haha. I'm not dogging your bike but... it may be wiser to save up for a lighter bike with better...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-07-10, 07:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 661
Posted By mtb_man_14

Its a simple conversion as far as I know. Im...

Its a simple conversion as far as I know. Im pretty sure all you do is unbolt the cantis and bolt the V's the rehouse if needed. At least that what I always thought. But the fit is the most important...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-06-10, 04:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 752
Posted By mtb_man_14

I third the slx

I third the slx
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-05-10, 03:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 537
Posted By mtb_man_14

Haha. I actually didnt pick 14 cause of my age....

Haha. I actually didnt pick 14 cause of my age. Im 16 now. Just appeared 3 times in a row on a fortune cookie so that what the number for every one of my usernames is. Ill actually be 16 tuesday. But...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-04-10, 02:32 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,442
Posted By mtb_man_14

no worries

no worries
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-04-10, 02:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,442
Posted By mtb_man_14

no big deal.

no big deal.
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-03-10, 05:39 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,141
Posted By mtb_man_14

Id be perfectly ok with someone calling me out of...

Id be perfectly ok with someone calling me out of class.
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-03-10, 04:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 937
Posted By mtb_man_14

Id hop on the suby train. You can find a nice...

Id hop on the suby train. You can find a nice used outback for under 10K.
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-03-10, 04:57 PM
Replies: 2,373
Views: 325,152
Posted By mtb_man_14

Im thinking a ss mtb. Almost all the ss/fg is fg...

Im thinking a ss mtb. Almost all the ss/fg is fg or track. Not many mtb guys
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-03-10, 04:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 537
Posted By mtb_man_14

The fun part is probably. and thanks? Dont really...

The fun part is probably. and thanks? Dont really know how to respond to that. I guess I showed a little too much arrogance in that post. Maybe its also because mtn typically has more... how do I...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-03-10, 04:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 766
Posted By mtb_man_14

Im same height. 120 lbs though. I ride an 18" but...

Im same height. 120 lbs though. I ride an 18" but I have long legs and short torso. I cant really find the right fit. I need a 20" for my legs but my arms wouldnt reach. The komodo II and I are each...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-03-10, 04:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 537
Posted By mtb_man_14

Is there a reason I'm better at mtb than other types?

I'd say I am strongest in xc out of it, road and cyclocross. I barely even get out to the trails compared to how much I spend on the road. I did a cat 3 open mtb and was like 8th out of 50 and Im 15...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-01-10, 07:34 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 6,184
Posted By mtb_man_14

flat ride no hurry 18. on a bike trail with...

flat ride no hurry 18.
on a bike trail with friends 13.
Actually giving it some 25
off road id say 9
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-01-10, 07:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 974
Posted By mtb_man_14

I will reply with this quote "jump in with both...

I will reply with this quote "jump in with both feet and flame whoever called you out. NEVER BACK DOWN!"
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-10, 06:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 896
Posted By mtb_man_14

Sorry if I reposted. I did that in the mtb...

Sorry if I reposted. I did that in the mtb section too. There are so many questions/new threads on here daily I cant keep up.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-10, 04:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 896
Posted By mtb_man_14

I still would like to get outside. But Im a...

I still would like to get outside. But Im a sophmore in highschool so with school work, cross-country in the fall, swimming in the winter and track in the spring I dont always have time to get out...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-01-10, 04:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,923
Posted By mtb_man_14

oh. I get it now.

oh. I get it now.
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-01-10, 07:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 472
Posted By mtb_man_14

the trails are hardpacked for the most part....

the trails are hardpacked for the most part. (meaning there can be that loosely packed turn) I know people usually run the nev up up front. Ill probably just do that. Plus I havent seen any of those...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-31-10, 10:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 472
Posted By mtb_man_14

Best front tire from the following?

So the stickier tire goes up front. I dont have a sticky tire. SMB 8 is in the back. So nevegel, blue groove or slant 6 up front possibly? http://www.kendausa.com/en/home/bicycle/mountain.aspx right...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-31-10, 10:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,141
Posted By mtb_man_14

Im still in highschool lol. I guess you could...

Im still in highschool lol. I guess you could call my school... that may not go over too well though.
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-31-10, 08:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,988
Posted By mtb_man_14

I had a 06 hopper. outgrew it but it was a great...

I had a 06 hopper. outgrew it but it was a great bike. I have this rig now http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/fantom_comp_xi.htm Im not sold on the bontrager parts either that come on the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-31-10, 08:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,141
Posted By mtb_man_14

well, i saw the vid with the guy crashing it was...

well, i saw the vid with the guy crashing it was like look here for a laugh or something and I didnt wanna go down that road...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-31-10, 08:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,028
Posted By mtb_man_14

1x9

1x9
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-31-10, 08:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,923
Posted By mtb_man_14

im gonna look like an idioit for asking this but...

im gonna look like an idioit for asking this but here goes... I thought gray fisher and trek were tied in for a long time. Every time I saw a fisher it had bontrager parts on it which is trek. Im not...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-31-10, 07:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,141
Posted By mtb_man_14

Again, sorry for the repost. But if everyone...

Again, sorry for the repost. But if everyone searched before they posted, majority of the questions would have been posted on here killing the forum. Don't know/care why my post was singled out to be...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-10, 10:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 896
Posted By mtb_man_14

Ok. I was thing I or my dad could fab the block...

Ok. I was thing I or my dad could fab the block and I have an old paint cloth I could use for a mat. I liked the travel trac.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-10, 06:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 896
Posted By mtb_man_14

yeah its my first trainer and Im just looking for...

yeah its my first trainer and Im just looking for something to get the job done. Would it be worth all the extra money to get...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-10, 10:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 896
Posted By mtb_man_14

so I take it to go with the cycleops magnetic...

so I take it to go with the cycleops magnetic over all 3 fluid?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-10, 10:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 896
Posted By mtb_man_14

Which trainer

http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/Product_10052_10551_1063136_-1_1549000_20000_400133
http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/Product_10052_10551_1077305_-1_1556503_20000_400133...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-28-10, 07:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,072
Posted By mtb_man_14

I think suspension is a waste of weight for what...

I think suspension is a waste of weight for what I do. Im an aggressive climber so i hate having to lock and unlock the fork. Id rather be rigid and light.
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-26-10, 07:16 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,442
Posted By mtb_man_14

I have juicy 3's. They are hydraulic. You cant...

I have juicy 3's. They are hydraulic. You cant exactly set tension. To set the lever where I want the pad to grab I have to remove the wheel, squeeze the lever which brings the pads closer and then...
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