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Forum: Commuting
09-08-19, 06:40 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,796
Posted By ziggy_stardust

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/1525e9f2_4f72_4e8c_b0e7_a2f92c87498b_6340adb93f77d6be0a9d075a0b4cec742f3055c0.jpeg

This has been my commuter for the past many...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-19-18, 11:06 AM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 525,770
Posted By ziggy_stardust

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0802_575427582d35f9705fedb2c627c4bdf997a54154.jpg
Surly Steamroller with a 26\" Disc Trucker fork. I use this as a courier bike,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-15, 06:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,509
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Thanks for the responses guys. I think I'm going...

Thanks for the responses guys. I think I'm going to try verktyg's suggestion first, then maybe dddd's (fortunately I have a buddy with a drill press). I definitely don't have access to an EDM...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-15, 05:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,509
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Bolt broken off in shifter braze-on! Help!

Hey folks- I'm working on a Bridgestone 500 for a friend, and the rear derailleur shifter bolt is apparently so rusted in that it broke off when I tried to unscrew it. I sprayed some penetrating oil...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-14, 06:23 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,065
Posted By ziggy_stardust

gaucho, did you have it sandblasted or anything...

gaucho, did you have it sandblasted or anything first? My Professional is chromed under the paint, and I'm wondering if I get it blasted, will the chrome be gone too? I've had bikes blasted before,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-14, 05:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,065
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Hey there- I'm restoring my Nishiki Professional....

Hey there- I'm restoring my Nishiki Professional. Did you paint this yourself, or have it professionally done?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-14, 07:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,831
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Locked up freewheel

So I have a bike with an older 6-speed SIS freewheel. Today, it just...stopped freewheelin'. Just before pulling into my driveway (fortunately), I went to coast, and the pedals just kept going...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-14, 09:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,224
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Thanks for the input guys. I got a Sprint 9000 on...

Thanks for the input guys. I got a Sprint 9000 on eBay for a nice price (like, practically 1/4 of what a Simplex would have gone). I'll post pics of this frankenmonster when it's all done.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-14, 04:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,224
Posted By ziggy_stardust

I've considered Superbe Pro. Howsabout Sprint?

I've considered Superbe Pro. Howsabout Sprint?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-14, 03:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,224
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Simplex SLJ vs. Cyclone 7000

So I recently acquired a Schwinn Prelude frame with a Bridgestone RB-1 fork (the one with the bi-plane crown). I'm building it up with an international mish-mash of parts- Cyclone Mk. II FD, Shimano...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-14, 07:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,085
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Ramiko Chrome Fork---any good, or pass?

Hey all-

I'm looking to put a chrome fork with a sloping crown on my '74 Nishiki Professional. I've been perusing the usual outlets on the internet (my LBS's don't have much in the way of parts...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-17-11, 07:03 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,464
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Dang. As I mentioned, I'm building up a 3-speed...

Dang. As I mentioned, I'm building up a 3-speed fixed gear, and I found a complete Sturmey-Archer rear hub/ Weinmann wheel on eBay. I want to put some Ruffy Tuffy's on them, which I believe are...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-17-11, 07:01 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,464
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Jeez, I didn't even notice that. Must be a tiny...

Jeez, I didn't even notice that. Must be a tiny girl. Iggy Pop would be drooling.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-11, 03:58 PM
Replies: 11,184
Views: 2,784,363
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Well, in light of the conversation previous to...

Well, in light of the conversation previous to this, I'd definitely say keep looking. I'm 5'9" and probably "should" (haha) be riding a 55cm. You'll want probably at LEAST a 57cm or larger.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-11, 03:57 PM
Replies: 11,184
Views: 2,784,363
Posted By ziggy_stardust

haha, I actually got the Kilo BECAUSE I wanted a...

haha, I actually got the Kilo BECAUSE I wanted a "track" frame that was more practical for the street instead of an old conversion, now that I think about it, so I can see why you would have taken it...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-11, 01:14 PM
Replies: 11,184
Views: 2,784,363
Posted By ziggy_stardust

That was "d o u c h e y"

That was "d o u c h e y"
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-11, 01:12 PM
Replies: 11,184
Views: 2,784,363
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Sorry if I was a little keyed up earlier, I was...

Sorry if I was a little keyed up earlier, I was referring mostly to the dude who said "ftfy" and told me I bought a bike that didn't fit me as if I'm ignorant about bikes or something. Again, my...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-11, 08:42 AM
Replies: 11,184
Views: 2,784,363
Posted By ziggy_stardust

If I'm understanding question correctly, I don't...

If I'm understanding question correctly, I don't think that'd be possible. In order to use the nuts for a threaded headset the steertube needs to be threaded-

OOOOOOH, I see what you're saying...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-11, 07:23 AM
Replies: 11,184
Views: 2,784,363
Posted By ziggy_stardust

My next handlebar setup: ...

My next handlebar setup:
http://sheldonbrown.org/brown/images/01brown-2-bar.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-11, 06:45 AM
Replies: 11,184
Views: 2,784,363
Posted By ziggy_stardust

I like your bike, btw. The fork's pretty.

I like your bike, btw. The fork's pretty.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-11, 06:44 AM
Replies: 11,184
Views: 2,784,363
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Jesus christ, if I'd have known posting a picture...

Jesus christ, if I'd have known posting a picture of my bike would exude so much pretension and judgment, I'd have stayed in the commuter forums. I guess that's what to expect with fixies, though-...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-11, 06:25 AM
Replies: 11,184
Views: 2,784,363
Posted By ziggy_stardust

It IS threaded. The steerer tube comes uncut, so...

It IS threaded. The steerer tube comes uncut, so it's like....a foot and a half long when you get it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-15-11, 11:49 PM
Replies: 11,184
Views: 2,784,363
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Dude, they're just spacers. Thick ones. I...

Dude, they're just spacers. Thick ones. I wanted my handlebars to be level with my saddle (like they should be), so that' what did it. I've tried an "aggressive" riding position before, and it's...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-15-11, 05:02 PM
Replies: 11,184
Views: 2,784,363
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Right after I finished putting it together. The...

Right after I finished putting it together. The rack is on straight, it's just slightly bent from when I got in a near-collision with a car that resulted in a broken wrist (on a different bike):...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-15-11, 09:42 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,464
Posted By ziggy_stardust

What're the widest tires you guys have put on...

What're the widest tires you guys have put on DP18s?
Forum: Commuting
01-09-11, 09:44 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,375,796
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Dude, give some details on this thing! Those...

Dude, give some details on this thing! Those aren't 650b's are they?
I have a Kilo TT, and I love it. I'm currently working on a 3 speed fixed gear, but I'm using an old Trek frame to do it. I...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-07-11, 08:22 PM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 525,770
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Yea, I need to give it a good hose-down this...

Yea, I need to give it a good hose-down this weekend. It's also in need of a good drivetrain cleaning/lubing. Don't worry, she's in good hands; definitely my favorite bike, especially since I got...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-07-11, 02:55 PM
Replies: 1,384
Views: 525,770
Posted By ziggy_stardust

I need to get some winter-appropriate tires, but...

I need to get some winter-appropriate tires, but it gets the job done.

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc6/hs053.snc6/168341_617686250126_48502504_34671910_3354742_n.jpg
Forum: Commuting
01-07-11, 02:54 PM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,209
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Ew, you put a barber through cutting your sweaty...

Ew, you put a barber through cutting your sweaty hair? I hope you tipped well, haha.
Forum: Commuting
01-07-11, 10:23 AM
Replies: 5,293
Views: 196,209
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Snowy: ...

Snowy:
http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc4/hs1373.snc4/164553_617686190246_48502504_34671909_1792561_n.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-05-11, 01:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,145
Posted By ziggy_stardust

I live on a farm, so I just walk around the...

I live on a farm, so I just walk around the fields or hike in one of the nearby state parks. I still ride though- just got back from an 18 mile trip, actually. I have asthma though, so if there's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-04-11, 10:21 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,428
Posted By ziggy_stardust

A lot of people with track bikes complain about...

A lot of people with track bikes complain about this. It depends on the geometric angles of your frame. Ironically, I don't get toe overlap on my Mercier Kilo (it's close, though) but I do get it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-04-11, 07:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 519
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Well, I'll definitely be putting at least one...

Well, I'll definitely be putting at least one rack on it, so...UPS-kinda.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-04-11, 07:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 519
Posted By ziggy_stardust

So, possible change of plans. The lazy...

So, possible change of plans.

The lazy bones in me is possibly taking over- I found a complete 3 speed fixed gear hub/wheel/shifter on eBay for $250. It's 700c which means I'll need to get a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-03-11, 04:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 519
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Yep, steel frame, horizontal dropouts. ...

Yep, steel frame, horizontal dropouts.

Also, it already has 27" wheels on it; 27x1 (not 1 1/4"). I'm going with a pair of 1 1/4" so I can save the original wheels.

So, all in all, I'd say...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-03-11, 08:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 519
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Brown-Inspired 3 speed help!

Hi everyone-
I don't post here much, so I wasn't sure what category to put this in (my apologies).

I've been in need of a new bike venture, so I've decided to turn a Trek road bike I have into...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-10, 06:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 770
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Welp, I'd say 58 then, haha. I was leaning...

Welp, I'd say 58 then, haha. I was leaning towards 56cm, so I'll take 58.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-26-10, 09:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 770
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Name that size!

Can anyone tell me what size they think this frame is?

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs638.snc3/32031_590059783786_48502504_33894737_627224_n.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-17-10, 02:27 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,706
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Those looks like old Schwinn parts.

Those looks like old Schwinn parts.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-17-10, 08:36 AM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,096,701
Posted By ziggy_stardust

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs460....

http://sphotos.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-ash1/hs460.ash1/25299_583990796086_48502504_33681838_3125093_n.jpg
Mercier Kilo TT ("Deluxe"). Tange headset, Kalloy stem.

Don't mind the flat tire on the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-16-10, 09:31 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,403
Posted By ziggy_stardust

I just got a Kilo TT. I would have gotten the...

I just got a Kilo TT. I would have gotten the Kilo OS if it didn't have the ridiculous second top tube; it would be much more functional than a TT but...the second top tube...WHY WHY WHY?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-17-10, 06:24 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,345
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Trek 310 Elance

I have an '86 Trek 310 Elance that I got about 4 years ago. I was still rather ignorant about frame sizing back then, so it's a tad bit too big for me. I rode it for a few months and got another...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-10, 05:51 PM
Replies: 177
Views: 11,941
Posted By ziggy_stardust

YES. I loved fixed gears. My main bike is...

YES. I loved fixed gears. My main bike is fixed. But the colored aerospokes, 3 inch flat bars or risers, and wacky fashion-conscious-i-only-bought-this-because-it's-cool-and-pretty **** has got to...
Forum: Commuting
02-08-10, 07:25 AM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 301,897
Posted By ziggy_stardust

That Nishiki is beautiful!

That Nishiki is beautiful!
Forum: Living Car Free
02-06-10, 07:27 PM
Replies: 1,820
Views: 456,274
Posted By ziggy_stardust

When I graduated from college, I had very little...

When I graduated from college, I had very little and was happy about it. A dog, TV, a bed, a couple of guitars, a futon, a nightstand, clothes, a case of books, a bike, and about 500 CDs in 4 big...
Forum: Introductions
02-03-10, 09:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 271
Posted By ziggy_stardust

http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs141...

http://photos-d.ak.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ak-snc3/hs141.snc3/16835_574443943056_48502504_33412432_1877856_n.jpg
The would-be workhorse if I could bear to be rough on it. Too pretty, and I was too lucky...
Forum: Introductions
02-02-10, 07:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 271
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Introduction

I'm a 25 year-old pre-student teacher, former newspaper writer, former barista. Married 1 year, 3 dogs and 2 cats.

I'm a lifelong enjoyer of cycling, but got a renewed interest in it when I...
Forum: Commuting
02-02-10, 06:54 PM
Replies: 7,649
Views: 301,897
Posted By ziggy_stardust

Cold on the way to class, snowy and wet on the...

Cold on the way to class, snowy and wet on the way home. Did a few loooong skids (fixed gear).
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