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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-09-15, 09:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,812
Posted By montanafan

Electra Moto 8 project

Aloha all,

Latest project was a used Electra Moto 1 found on Craigslist for $280 negotiated. Used parts from my Swobo Baxter with Moto parts to make a final product and a selloff of the Baxter on...
Forum: Commuting
06-09-15, 09:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,033
Posted By montanafan

Electra Moto 8 project

Aloha all,

Latest project was a used Electra Moto 1 found on Craigslist for $280 negotiated. Used parts from my Swobo Baxter with Moto parts to make a final product and a selloff of the Baxter on...
Forum: Recreational & Family
06-09-15, 09:33 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,999
Posted By montanafan

Electra Moto 8 project

Aloha all,

Latest project was a used Electra Moto 1 found on Craigslist for $280 negotiated. Used parts from my Swobo Baxter with Moto parts to make a final product and a selloff of the Baxter on...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-14, 12:53 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,538
Posted By montanafan

Sorry to revive an old post. I planned on...

Sorry to revive an old post. I planned on changing my inner cable to a ptfe one, and installed it a few weeks ago. Taking off the hood rubber several pieces off plastic shards fell out. Must have...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-13, 12:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,538
Posted By montanafan

Dunbar hit it exactly. I have fine tuned the...

Dunbar hit it exactly. I have fine tuned the adj, but there is slightly too much friction for the derailleur to snap back into gear.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-13, 02:42 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,480
Posted By montanafan

I think the suspension post is a great idea. ...

I think the suspension post is a great idea.

I had an old RockShox road suspension post on th C-dale and loved it. Was going to migrate it to the new, but stock post and saddle are great. Speaks...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-13, 02:33 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,538
Posted By montanafan

Ultegra 6700 impressions?

I picked up an 2013 Expert Roubaix Disc a few weeks ago for 2700 after having the LBS call the CA warehouse to see what Roubaix was on closeout. In Hawaii where they sell above retail, so very happy....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-13, 02:24 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,480
Posted By montanafan

I picked up an 2013 Expert Roubaix Disc a few...

I picked up an 2013 Expert Roubaix Disc a few weeks ago for 2700 after having the LBS call the CA warehouse to see what Roubaix was on closeout. In Hawaii where they sell above retail, so very happy....
Forum: Commuting
10-07-13, 07:58 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,619
Posted By montanafan

This is completely wrong. New pads on new or used...

This is completely wrong. New pads on new or used rotors benefit from bedding in and braking performance improves thereafter.
Forum: Commuting
10-06-13, 10:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,619
Posted By montanafan

I didn't intend this to turn into a debate on...

I didn't intend this to turn into a debate on discs, just wanted to post some "experience" with them. My commute includes 5 miles of steep grade downhill in traffic, speed 30-50mph. No...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-13, 10:03 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,631
Posted By montanafan

I didn't intend this to turn into a debate on...

I didn't intend this to turn into a debate on discs, just wanted to post some "experience" with them. My commute includes 5 miles of steep grade downhill in traffic, speed 30-50mph. No...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-13, 03:32 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,631
Posted By montanafan

Disc pads are a completely different compound....

Disc pads are a completely different compound. Very similar to car discs. Would eat right through aluminum rims.

Do you ride mountain bikes with and without discs? The difference is obvious. I...
Forum: Commuting
10-05-13, 11:06 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,619
Posted By montanafan

test ride a road bike with disc brakes - warning - disc brakes don't suck

Hello all,

I have had a Cannondale Cyclocross Disc for about 10 years now and just upgraded to a Specialized Roubaix Expert Disc. Both of these bikes are used for a 15 mile (one way) commute to...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-13, 11:02 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,631
Posted By montanafan

test ride a road bike with disc brakes - warning - disc brakes don't suck

Hello all,

I have had a Cannondale Cyclocross Disc for about 10 years now and just upgraded to a Specialized Roubaix Expert Disc. Both of these bikes are used for a 15 mile (one way) commute to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-05-10, 06:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,583
Posted By montanafan

No, just added the leather bits & fenders, rack,...

No, just added the leather bits & fenders, rack, etc.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-03-10, 08:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,583
Posted By montanafan

Yes on the cupholder. No on the plate. It is a...

Yes on the cupholder. No on the plate. It is a custom euro plate. Real one on the rear. But no, not real paranoid on showing a plate though. What would you do with it?
Forum: Commuting
07-03-10, 06:00 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,750
Posted By montanafan

Cannondale Cyclocross Disc. No more brake...

Cannondale Cyclocross Disc. No more brake worries.
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4062/4572532826_ac1dfcc376.jpg
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-03-10, 04:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,583
Posted By montanafan

Swobo Baxter

Tandem setup for my little guy.


http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4096/4757392035_3b97258d19.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4073/4757391685_a61a60961c.jpg...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-03-10, 04:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 728
Posted By montanafan

More pics: ...

More pics:

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4096/4757392035_3b97258d19.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4073/4757391685_a61a60961c.jpg...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-01-10, 08:07 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,872,497
Posted By montanafan

Swobo Baxter. It comes in fugly green only. ...

Swobo Baxter. It comes in fugly green only. Kind of grows on you. Or not, says the wife.
Forum: Commuting
07-01-10, 08:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 8,407
Posted By montanafan

like....

plaid knickers? Yeah baby!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-01-10, 07:51 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,872,497
Posted By montanafan

Mine is set up with a tandem seat for my little...

Mine is set up with a tandem seat for my little guy. I am still looking for the front bag. Thinking of a honey leather Dopp kit. Only thing that really fits that rack, without dropping big $$$.
...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-01-10, 07:32 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 728
Posted By montanafan

Swobo Tandem, kind of.

Mine is set up with a tandem seat for my little guy. I am still looking for the front bag. Thinking of a honey leather Dopp kit. Only thing that really fits that rack, without dropping big $$$.
...
Forum: Utility Cycling
07-01-10, 07:31 PM
Replies: 941
Views: 561,266
Posted By montanafan

Little rack, and a little guy. ...

Little rack, and a little guy.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4102/4750081222_ac2ed68e3c.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4140/4749437905_a324a30d14.jpg
More pics:
...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-01-10, 07:23 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 149,930
Posted By montanafan

Just the bike pic - Swobo Baxter tandem

Mine is set up with a tandem seat for my little guy.

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4102/4750081222_ac2ed68e3c.jpg
http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4140/4749437905_a324a30d14.jpg
Forum: Commuting
07-01-10, 07:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,543
Posted By montanafan

Love the baxter, I have the same rack.

Mine is set up with a tandem seat for my little guy. I am still looking for the front bag. Thinking of a honey leather Dopp kit. Only thing that really fits that rack, without dropping big $$$.
...
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