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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-10, 10:31 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 3,366
Posted By adamzee

I've never seen those before, nice!

I've never seen those before, nice!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-26-10, 05:25 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,276
Posted By adamzee

Convert is and enjoy it.

Convert is and enjoy it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-21-10, 09:10 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

Funny you two should mention... a day or so ago I...

Funny you two should mention... a day or so ago I noticed that my wrists were feeling abnormal discomfort, and I assumed it was just me getting used to the new setup. I guess it's due to the odd...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-21-10, 03:15 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

My Ganna. It's much lighter in real life, as is...

My Ganna. It's much lighter in real life, as is the handlebar tape. Guess I should get a better camera, huh?

http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae324/adamzitnik/IMG_0584.jpg
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-21-10, 03:12 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

When you apply back force through the pedals to...

When you apply back force through the pedals to the chain, the tensioner collapses. You can't push a tensioner back, but you can easily bring it forward. This is like back pedaling.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-07-10, 07:20 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,302
Posted By adamzee

wrong thread friend

wrong thread friend
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-31-10, 09:13 PM
Replies: 14,057
Views: 1,685,181
Posted By adamzee

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/1579824370.htm...

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/1579824370.html

"barspins forsuree"
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-26-10, 02:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,313
Posted By adamzee

So I guess the 10mm BB raise would make 175's...

So I guess the 10mm BB raise would make 175's just fine. I ride 165s because I was told of the horrors of pedalstrike.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-26-10, 02:41 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

Jobst Brandt has a great book out about...

Jobst Brandt has a great book out about wheelbuilding. He breaks it into a very understandable language. I got mine used on Amazon for $10.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-24-10, 09:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,194
Posted By adamzee

What makes them good? I know people talk about...

What makes them good? I know people talk about stiffness, but i've read that stiffness doesn't really come from any one component, but many stiff components. This is caused by *rubber* tires being so...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-22-10, 08:00 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 6,516
Posted By adamzee

Nice bike!

Nice bike!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-22-10, 04:00 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,488
Posted By adamzee

I LOL at this

I LOL at this
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-21-10, 11:50 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

Me too. Is there a long wait for CETMA right now?

Me too. Is there a long wait for CETMA right now?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-21-10, 01:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,092
Posted By adamzee

Amen. I bought a (badly) used brooks, and it...

Amen. I bought a (badly) used brooks, and it still fits better than 90% of the other stuff i've fitted. All you need is some mink oil and TLC. Booya
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-21-10, 01:16 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 4,488
Posted By adamzee

This is 100% incorrect. Comply to an attacker? So...

This is 100% incorrect. Comply to an attacker? So if he's beating you with a club, you'd just lay down and let him because "violence begets violence?" I think you meant to say was: "comply with the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-19-10, 03:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,808
Posted By adamzee

Some good stuff here:...

Some good stuff here: http://sheldonbrown.com/singlespeed.html about 2/3 way down the page.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-19-10, 03:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 676
Posted By adamzee

I literally Googled "Black carbon fiber riser...

I literally Googled "Black carbon fiber riser bars" and got umpteen-thousand results. That should at least get you started...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-19-10, 09:50 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,605
Posted By adamzee

+1 I did this. Although my conversion was slow,...

+1
I did this. Although my conversion was slow, heavy and probably hideous, I learned a whole lot from the process. Go for it!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-19-10, 09:40 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,290
Posted By adamzee

Have you thought about maybe converting an old...

Have you thought about maybe converting an old road or track frame? If done right, it can be relatively cheap, and you will probably learn a lot more about the bicycle. There's tons of info on...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-18-10, 06:13 PM
Replies: 14,057
Views: 1,685,181
Posted By adamzee

I really hope those aren't priests, because if...

I really hope those aren't priests, because if they are... shameful waste!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-10, 07:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,301
Posted By adamzee

Ugh, lucky! I bidded, and won an old Brooks for...

Ugh, lucky! I bidded, and won an old Brooks for about that price, but not near that condition. And with a seat post too? Psh.

Edit: I'm in Seattle for a week and have checked CL for some deals......
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-10, 05:11 PM
Replies: 5,484
Views: 1,333,855
Posted By adamzee

Well the guy/gal who said I was riding too small...

Well the guy/gal who said I was riding too small referenced both the bikes (I believe), so I was prefacing my post to save everybody the breath, or fingers.

This setup is for "around the town"...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-10, 04:41 PM
Replies: 5,484
Views: 1,333,855
Posted By adamzee

Yeah that was my goal, to keep myself a bit more...

Yeah that was my goal, to keep myself a bit more upright. I guess I could go with a shorter stem?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-10, 03:32 PM
Replies: 5,484
Views: 1,333,855
Posted By adamzee

I do realize that the bicycle is too small for...

I do realize that the bicycle is too small for me. It was pointed out a few weeks ago. A new one is in the works.
http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae324/adamzitnik/My%20Schwinn/IMG_0069.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-10, 03:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,968
Posted By adamzee

yeah where can I get these? Edit: Nevermind,...

yeah where can I get these?

Edit: Nevermind, I clicked the link and joined the mailing list. Should be available spring 2010.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-10, 03:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 636
Posted By adamzee

Maybe take it to your LBS, or enter the number...

Maybe take it to your LBS, or enter the number somewhere on the internet? I know my advice is pretty obvious, but I was graced with an unrecognizable vintage italian frame. After using the internet,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-15-10, 10:30 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,870
Posted By adamzee

I had the bullfrog, it worked okay but definitely...

I had the bullfrog, it worked okay but definitely didn't give me the feeling of "safe". I went out a got a superflash the other day, and a crazy high powered head lamp. Now I feel safe.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-15-10, 12:08 AM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

^^ This is the only bike that i've seen where...

^^
This is the only bike that i've seen where this type of bar actually looks good. Nice!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-14-10, 02:01 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

This thing looks like a very fun ride. I love the...

This thing looks like a very fun ride. I love the tires, and the turbo.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-06-10, 05:54 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

@amoderndrunkard, better pics of the...

@amoderndrunkard,

better pics of the stem/handlebars? I like the fenders, btw.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-06-10, 05:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,209
Posted By adamzee

Those are pretty nice looking too.

Those are pretty nice looking too.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-05-10, 10:39 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,209
Posted By adamzee

Thanks, Soil. I wonder why it's been discontinued.

Thanks, Soil. I wonder why it's been discontinued.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-05-10, 08:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,209
Posted By adamzee

Sweet bars! You may have convinced me without...

Sweet bars! You may have convinced me without even trying...

Edit: Turns out those bars aren't too easy to come buy. Found some on Google shopping for $260. Am I searching in the wrong area?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-05-10, 06:23 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,209
Posted By adamzee

I'm rocking some VO porteurs...

I'm rocking some VO porteurs http://www.velo-orange.com/vopoha.html
extremely comfortable, but less aggressive.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-04-10, 01:51 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

^^ Looks like fun riding conditions and the...

^^
Looks like fun riding conditions and the perfect bike for them.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-04-10, 11:54 AM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

Inseam = 35.5 overall = 71.5. I think i'm going...

Inseam = 35.5 overall = 71.5. I think i'm going to take the advise of the link OP and go with the eddy fit. Good for urban riding.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-03-10, 09:53 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

The analysis is completely free -- they even...

The analysis is completely free -- they even email the results to you if you so choose. C-C or C-T averages about 60cm for me, even for the less competitive fit. That means i've been riding 4cm...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-03-10, 08:10 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

Huge help! Thanks a ton!

Huge help! Thanks a ton!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-03-10, 06:30 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

No offense taken :) I posted here to receive...

No offense taken :) I posted here to receive feedback. I'm now shopping for a larger frame. I'm 6' tall and those are both 56cm frames. The Dolan feels comfortable, but I understand the spacer...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-03-10, 11:53 AM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

I really really like this bike. What stem is that?

I really really like this bike. What stem is that?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-02-10, 11:51 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

Refer to my previous post?

Refer to my previous post?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-02-10, 07:15 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

I like them plenty. I had some promanade style...

I like them plenty. I had some promanade style bars before these, and the hand positions felt too spread out. These are a bit more compact. Be sure to post some pictures when you get them on the rig!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-02-10, 05:34 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

Yessir they are.

Yessir they are.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-02-10, 04:41 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

Maybe. I'm having quite a hard time finding a...

Maybe. I'm having quite a hard time finding a good size. I've read Sheldon, BF, and asked around with many (and I mean MANY) different methods for sizing. But yes, it is comfortable. :
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-01-10, 10:37 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

Yeah, I should have known better than to post it...

Yeah, I should have known better than to post it w/o the cages on. Just haven't gotten around to it yet. What else is wrong? The stem? I'm new, so input is always good.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-01-10, 08:01 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

My Dolan ...

My Dolan

http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae324/adamzitnik/My%20Dolan/IMG_0550.jpg

My Schwinn

http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae324/adamzitnik/My%20Schwinn/IMG_0068.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-25-09, 03:45 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

I really like the matte black with the head...

I really like the matte black with the head badge. I also like the Cranks. Good loot!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-25-09, 02:21 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,775,021
Posted By adamzee

http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae324/adamzitni...

http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae324/adamzitnik/IMG_0068.jpg
http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae324/adamzitnik/IMG_0069.jpg
http://i984.photobucket.com/albums/ae324/adamzitnik/IMG_0071.jpg
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-24-09, 11:13 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,510
Posted By adamzee

OP, My first fixed gear build was from...

OP,

My first fixed gear build was from scratch and with a track frame. It was expensive, but fairly educational. My second build was a conversion -- and old Schwinn Prelude. I learned so much...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-16-09, 06:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 836
Posted By adamzee

I had surgery a few years back on my meniscus and...

I had surgery a few years back on my meniscus and PCL. I cannot stress proper post-op PT enough. Do the entire program to heal the quickest. I can't say yes or no to surgery (case by case,) but PT...
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