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07-25-19, 11:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 14,659
Posted By MNiceGuy

Getting Size Right with Bianchi

I've been on a quest to be healthier and today I chose to upgrade my Specialized Sirrus Carbon to a Bianchi Infinito.

I've had a fair number of Specialized bikes in the past and in each case I...
11-04-10, 10:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 404
Posted By MNiceGuy

Identifying Crank Size

Is there a way other than measuring (i.e. a stamp or etch somewhere) to identify the arm length of an Ultregra 6700 crankset?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-10, 10:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 681
Posted By MNiceGuy

Thanks everyone for the help. The technical...

Thanks everyone for the help. The technical papers and the video supplied were enough to completely answer my question. Looks like trim is working on this Roubaix but it needs a little adjustment on...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-10, 07:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 681
Posted By MNiceGuy

I've figured out how to trim the small ring 'up'...

I've figured out how to trim the small ring 'up' but can't get the big ring 'down'. Shouldn't I be able to tap the 'downshift' lever until the first click to get the trim activated?

EDIT: I think...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-26-10, 06:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 681
Posted By MNiceGuy

Ultegra 6700 Questions

I pulled the trigger on a used 2010 Roubaix with a full Ultegra 6700 setup and now I have a couple of questions:

1. I seem to be able to trim the small ring with the brake lever but can't seem to...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-10, 07:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 633
Posted By MNiceGuy

I'll call up the LBS tomorrow to get some crystal...

I'll call up the LBS tomorrow to get some crystal clarity on the warranty.

Silly question:

You mentioned the chain wear factor. Forgive my noob'ness but when I see high mileage (hundreds if...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-10, 03:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 633
Posted By MNiceGuy

I'm almost positive it does. $1700 would be...

I'm almost positive it does.

$1700 would be great but $2000 I think is decent as well when the less-cool (my personal opinion based on color and rarity) version is another $500.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-10, 01:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 633
Posted By MNiceGuy

Deal or No Deal?

2010 Roubaix Expert SL

-Full Carbon
-Rovall Fusee EL wheels
-Full Ultegra

Slightly used Test Bike in a very nice red (instead of dark blue or white)

Asking: $2000
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-10, 12:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 438
Posted By MNiceGuy

Could I have damaged my fork?

The other day I was carrying on a conversation with a friend while removing my 2011 Roubaix from my fork-mount roof rack. I had unlatched the front release and loosened it a bit but was distracted...
08-30-10, 08:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,017
Posted By MNiceGuy

Resolution: I decided to try calling up the...

Resolution:

I decided to try calling up the manager of the store I had been treated well at. I explained the whole situation and suggested that it was probably best for both parties if I could...
08-30-10, 01:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,017
Posted By MNiceGuy

That's going to be a phone call for tomorrow...

That's going to be a phone call for tomorrow morning. The bikes been sitting in my apartment while I was out of town for the weekend and I didn't discover all of this until tonight.
08-30-10, 01:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,017
Posted By MNiceGuy

You are correct. This is across two different...

You are correct. This is across two different stores that are a chain owned by one individual.

I'm hoping for a return because:

1. I'm not really keen on the new bike. The whole store chain's...
08-29-10, 10:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,017
Posted By MNiceGuy

Troublesome LBS - Experienced Advice Needed

Recently I decided to expand my horizons and try out road bicycles. My regular LBS didn't have the one that compared to the one I read so much about so I tried a competitor. When I bought said bike I...
08-16-10, 09:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,818
Posted By MNiceGuy

What is this relative to? I could be making some...

What is this relative to? I could be making some incorrect assumptions but it seems to me that rim brakes would be the easiest on the wheel compared to disc or hub brakes. If you apply braking force...
08-16-10, 08:43 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,881
Posted By MNiceGuy

I'm basically attempting the same thing and this...

I'm basically attempting the same thing and this is what I've learned so far:

1. Make sure the bike is comfortable. Spend some time and be willing to spend some money to get a saddle that suits...
08-16-10, 08:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,179
Posted By MNiceGuy

Wow great stories! I just moved back to the Twin...

Wow great stories! I just moved back to the Twin Cities and bought a commuter bike so I can leave the car home when its not absolutely necessary. I've been trying to work out how I would handle...
08-16-10, 08:29 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,764
Posted By MNiceGuy

Squeak When Turning Handlebars

I am getting ready to take my new Trek District on its maiden voyage. I notice that when I turn the handle bars I get a creaking/squeaking sound. The LBS flipped the stem for me the night I bought it...
08-10-10, 02:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,653
Posted By MNiceGuy

No drilling required... ...

No drilling required...

http://www.amazon.com/Delta-Michelangelo-Two-Bike-Gravity-Stand/dp/B000ACAM38
08-10-10, 02:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 730
Posted By MNiceGuy

This should answer the questions... ...

This should answer the questions...

O.Symetric's Chainrings (http://autobus.cyclingnews.com/tech.php?id=tech/2007/quickspin/12-03)
08-10-10, 11:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,532
Posted By MNiceGuy

I am 5'8" with a 30" inseam and I fit quite well...

I am 5'8" with a 30" inseam and I fit quite well on my 54cm.
08-10-10, 11:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 730
Posted By MNiceGuy

To be honest that picture looks legit.

To be honest that picture looks legit.
08-10-10, 10:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 865
Posted By MNiceGuy

I agree that if properly adjusted from the get-go...

I agree that if properly adjusted from the get-go geared bikes are not that difficult to maintain. That said however I have to admit I was drawn in by the absolute simplicity single-speed offers....
Replies: 8
Views: 9,648
Posted By MNiceGuy

Thanks! I decided to sell and was able to fetch a...

Thanks! I decided to sell and was able to fetch a price I felt was fair. I took the proceeds from this along with those from other things and funded a '10 Trek 2nd District. I am very happy with the...
08-10-10, 08:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 865
Posted By MNiceGuy

I took a week vacation and cleared out all the...

I took a week vacation and cleared out all the old bikes in the garage along with some other junk that I never use. When it was all said and done I was able to fund this:
...
Replies: 8
Views: 9,648
Posted By MNiceGuy

Here's what I was able to do with a few free...

Here's what I was able to do with a few free hours this week. I didn't bother taking any before pictures but what wasn't coated in grease was starting to develop surface rust. I took everything apart...
08-03-10, 09:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 865
Posted By MNiceGuy

Looking for a simple around-town/path bike

I currently have an '09 Specialized FSRxc Comp which is a champion of off-road. Occasionally there's the desire to hit a tame paved path or just cruise around town. Sure the FSR works but it's not...
08-02-10, 11:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 14,778
Posted By MNiceGuy

Well 11 bucks isn't bad. Thanks for the help guys!

Well 11 bucks isn't bad. Thanks for the help guys!
Replies: 8
Views: 9,648
Posted By MNiceGuy

I have taken the afternoon and really dug into...

I have taken the afternoon and really dug into the Collegiate. I'm going to need tires ($24), tubes ($12), and cables ($?). I'm fortunate that the previous owner was a VERY strong believer in...
08-01-10, 11:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 14,778
Posted By MNiceGuy

Schwinn Collegiate Tire Size?

I am sprucing up a '74 Schwinn Collegiate Sport. One of the items on the list is tire replacement. I have a set of brand new Specialized Nimbus 26x1.50 that seem like they would work well on this...
Replies: 8
Views: 9,648
Posted By MNiceGuy

Worth Restoring my Schwinn Collegiate?

I have a yellow 1974 Schwinn Collegiate that I'm not entirely sure what to do with. It was a garage sale rescue from my early childhood ($12 was a lot back then :) but it never really got ridden.
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Replies: 1
Views: 430
Posted By MNiceGuy

Appraisal: 1981 Le Tour

I have a late 1981, possibly early 1982 Le Tour in Sky Blue. Everything is original except the tires and seat. There is no corrosion or dings but the frame has what I would consider typical scratches...
07-20-10, 12:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 564
Posted By MNiceGuy

What should I do with my '81 Le Tour

I currently own an '81 (possibly '82) Le Tour which I've discussed in this (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?661334-Pics-of-my-Le-Tour&highlight=pics+le+tour) thread.

I initially was...
07-12-10, 09:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 958
Posted By MNiceGuy

Good info Roger. Are you saying this could...

Good info Roger. Are you saying this could actually be a Le Tour Luxe?
07-11-10, 03:48 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 958
Posted By MNiceGuy

There are two sets of pictures reflecting two...

There are two sets of pictures reflecting two different Le Tours; one that I own and one I'm comparing to that was recently for sale on eBay.

Thanks for the info everyone!

EDIT: Looking at...
07-10-10, 11:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 958
Posted By MNiceGuy

Is this '81 Le Tour American-made?

I had a thread a while back asking about my old Schwinn Le Tour. I finally got around to taking some pictures of it today and thought I would share. Notice the frame is stamped with an October 1980...
05-21-10, 02:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,877
Posted By MNiceGuy

Did the Chicago-built Le Tours in the time period...

Did the Chicago-built Le Tours in the time period you mentioned follow the Japanese serial conventions or did they adhere to original system? Really the main difference is the leading "S" isn't it?
05-21-10, 01:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,877
Posted By MNiceGuy

Wow thanks for all the great information...

Wow thanks for all the great information everyone! Very helpful and informative!

Since the axle hanger number pre-dates the head badge would it be safe to assume that the frame was built, stamped,...
05-20-10, 11:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,877
Posted By MNiceGuy

Help Identifying a Schwinn Le Tour

I recently dug out an old Schwinn Le Tour that I bought from a garage sale when I was a kid. Using some online identification methods I believe it was manufactured in either '80 or '81 but there's a...
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