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Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-15, 01:55 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 21,185
Posted By GipsyKing

I did not end up buying the SMP. It's been a...

I did not end up buying the SMP. It's been a while since I tested it...but I recall that it was decent if not comfortable. I think I was just waiting for a sale to come along. Still watching - I...
05-23-15, 12:01 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,095
Posted By GipsyKing

Just curious if you said anything to the errant...

Just curious if you said anything to the errant cyclist when you passed him.
05-22-15, 11:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,249
Posted By GipsyKing

Glad you were able to post about it here. A good...

Glad you were able to post about it here. A good reminder to us all to stay alert and be scanning at all times.
05-22-15, 11:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 645
Posted By GipsyKing

Ours was fairly well attended; probably 40-50...

Ours was fairly well attended; probably 40-50 people, but we had more last year. Weather was a factor this year as it was chilly and rain threatened. We did get some media coverage so we were pleased...
05-22-15, 02:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 435
Posted By GipsyKing

New Cycling PSA

Check it. Share it. Save the cyclists!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=B5DRMiWoQgM


Yeah I know there's an advocacy forum, I thought it more effective to post this first in General. Please...
04-02-14, 11:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,185
Posted By GipsyKing

Road Trip to KC? Check out the KC Metro Bike Club 2014 Events

Gather up your bikes and buddies and blow out of town to KC! Catch a Royals game and/or head to the Negro Leagues Museum, enjoy some great BBQ and live music all over town, take in captivating art at...
11-21-11, 09:34 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

Well I called Amex and I guess they don't do that...

Well I called Amex and I guess they don't do that anymore, that sucks! I think it must have been a glitch anyway as you guys couldn't get it to work. Odd.
11-17-11, 10:20 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

If anybody is interested in this bike, it shows...

If anybody is interested in this bike, it shows up in my cart at Nashbar right now for $589.26 shipped. Unbelievable price. Item price reads 687.77. Scroll down to shipping 13.99, then a discount...
10-31-11, 11:12 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

Yeah, that sucks. Sorry to hear that!

Yeah, that sucks. Sorry to hear that!
10-27-11, 02:51 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

Ah, good to know, foo. Still, 15% off ain't bad....

Ah, good to know, foo. Still, 15% off ain't bad. If I didn't have it, I'd buy the same bike again at that price fo sho.
10-27-11, 08:59 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

Not to tempt you guys too much, but today is the...

Not to tempt you guys too much, but today is the last day of the current 20% off deal they are running. Heh heh!
10-24-11, 10:25 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

Sorry this took a while to respond, ean. 1....

Sorry this took a while to respond, ean.

1. Tire clearance is exactly the same or within fractions of a mm according to my tape measure. I've got the stock 32s on each, and that leaves about 7/8...
10-02-11, 08:09 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

Rode 67 miles today, mainly paved but about a...

Rode 67 miles today, mainly paved but about a mile was gravel...smoooooth sailing and I think the fit may be a slight improvement over my Fuji. I will say she is a heavy beast, but I could stand to...
09-30-11, 07:08 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

Yeah, I do believe it is an excellent value, even...

Yeah, I do believe it is an excellent value, even with the LBS tweaks. I will be excited to get some miles on her and see how she feels. Doing a short cancer ride tomorrow (Tour de BBQ in KC) with my...
09-30-11, 09:59 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

Estimated at about $90. They usually come in less...

Estimated at about $90. They usually come in less than their estimates, though. Either way, the sale price makes it all good. I can change tubes and clean chains but readily admit I'm no mechanic....
09-29-11, 11:38 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

Mine arrived yesterday, some pretty fast shipping...

Mine arrived yesterday, some pretty fast shipping I'd say! At LBS now getting properly tweaked.
09-24-11, 08:33 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

If there's a warehouse or retail store in your...

If there's a warehouse or retail store in your state, you get to pay tax. Good times! And shipping, well, you have to expect to pay that. $13 is a great price for shipping a bike if you ask me. Time...
09-23-11, 07:23 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

Count me in, had a similar thought. Just ordered...

Count me in, had a similar thought. Just ordered mine. Probably the best deal I've seen on a new bike with 105. Rock on. I may be selling my 2010 Fuji CC, we'll see! Timm357, good luck not backing...
09-22-11, 03:31 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

I just called Nashbar to ask for the standover on...

I just called Nashbar to ask for the standover on the 58. They said it was about 82cm. My Fuji CC is about the same and I'm 6'1 with a 32" inseam.
09-22-11, 03:02 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

That review is now gone, and as of now there are...

That review is now gone, and as of now there are four owner reviews up there, so maybe it helped. I freely admitted in the review that I didn't own the bike and so of course that invited everyone to...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-13-11, 10:56 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 21,185
Posted By GipsyKing

Thanks for posting all that good stuff, Scooper....

Thanks for posting all that good stuff, Scooper. A great help to myself and I'm sure others as well. I haven't ordered my saddle yet, think I found an outfit that'll let me test it mail-order. I'll...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-11, 09:03 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 21,185
Posted By GipsyKing

Thank you, Scooper...bummer, closest to me is 4...

Thank you, Scooper...bummer, closest to me is 4 hours either way. I'm pulling the trigger on an SMP in a few minutes here sight unseen. Fingers crossed that it works out!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-11, 04:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 825
Posted By GipsyKing

I'm also in the market, similar budget and needs....

I'm also in the market, similar budget and needs. I'm looking at SMP Extra, Hybrid and TRK (Strike). Starting to rule out TRK for the 160mm width. Also looking at Terry Fly Ti Gel / Ti Fly Tri Gel,...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-11, 03:09 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 21,185
Posted By GipsyKing

I'm in same boat. Looking at SMP Hybrid, Extra...

I'm in same boat. Looking at SMP Hybrid, Extra and TRK. That and the Terry Liberator Race, Fly Ti Gel and Falcon Y. All seem to get good reviews. And not so good. Extremely frustrating and none of my...
09-02-11, 10:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 884
Posted By GipsyKing

Shimano MO87 mtn shoes with M540 pedals and no...

Shimano MO87 mtn shoes with M540 pedals and no feet issues, very comfortable in fact. I loosen up my shoes a bit during longer rides as the foot does expand as noted above. My rides are typically...
09-01-11, 01:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,494
Posted By GipsyKing

Cool. That matte black is sharp.

Cool. That matte black is sharp.
09-01-11, 12:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,494
Posted By GipsyKing

Dude, don't sweat it. There is always a better...

Dude, don't sweat it. There is always a better deal around every corner. What matters is you got a bike that will serve you well at a good price. I think you will really dig that Windsor. You've got...
09-01-11, 12:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,494
Posted By GipsyKing

Fuji Cross Comp '10 model 105 front and rear and...

Fuji Cross Comp '10 model 105 front and rear and actually listed at $899. I was [figuring] wrong on the 20% off, that only applies to full-price items. Still, 899 for 105 front and rear is not bad at...
08-31-11, 11:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,295
Posted By GipsyKing

Enjoy the Fuji CC, I've had the same bike for...

Enjoy the Fuji CC, I've had the same bike for almost a year now and fortunately was able to get a similar deal from my LBS last year. Bit of a rough ride but that can likely be improved with some...
08-30-11, 10:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 461
Posted By GipsyKing

Looks like a decent deal to me. Make sure it's...

Looks like a decent deal to me. Make sure it's not hot. if he only rode it 5 times, he should have a receipt.
08-29-11, 02:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,494
Posted By GipsyKing

Just doublechecked...yep, my alum 105 Fuji CC is...

Just doublechecked...yep, my alum 105 Fuji CC is on sale for $720 at Performance. This is a steal if you ask me. But if you want STEEL, the Nashbar and Cxx mentioned above are also great choices.
08-29-11, 02:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,494
Posted By GipsyKing

I wouldn't worry too much about weight...

I wouldn't worry too much about weight difference. I think most of us can stand to lose 2-3 lbs (or more), and yeah I'd guess that'd be the difference between steel and al in this class. FWIW, REI is...
08-29-11, 01:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 937
Posted By GipsyKing

Sweet ride. Yeah, I can relate! I'm also looking...

Sweet ride. Yeah, I can relate! I'm also looking at getting another bike, and it just might be another cross!
08-29-11, 12:57 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

Just took another look at the BD mentioned above....

Just took another look at the BD mentioned above. Nice ride, lots of quality branded components for the price. They need pix of the other colors.
08-24-11, 11:57 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

I'll agree, although from what I've read, Apex is...

I'll agree, although from what I've read, Apex is fairly comparable to 105. My guess is BD is pricing that against the Fuji CC and other "entry- to mid-level" cross bikes. So the price isn't too bad,...
08-24-11, 11:42 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

Thanks, kind of an oddball review, but the specs...

Thanks, kind of an oddball review, but the specs make it look like such a sweet deal for those of us who like 105, I had to put something down in hopes that others might take a closer look. I thought...
08-22-11, 10:29 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 34,604
Posted By GipsyKing

I'm the guy who wrote the review on that bike's...

I'm the guy who wrote the review on that bike's page, so count me as a fan. Wish I'd seen that bike earlier! I may even grab it and sell my Fuji Cross Comp. Tough decision. I also like the matte...
08-22-11, 10:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 937
Posted By GipsyKing

Sounds like a sweet bike. I nearly bought a...

Sounds like a sweet bike. I nearly bought a Redline Conquest (or whichever of their cross bikes had the 105 set) last year. I ended up getting a slightly better deal on a Fuji Cross Comp with 105. I...
11-12-10, 09:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,161
Posted By GipsyKing

I also use quite a lot of C9 stuff -- ss shirts,...

I also use quite a lot of C9 stuff -- ss shirts, ls zip-collar tops mostly. Great for running. Not bad for cycling. I've also had my eye on that same jacket lately, wondering if it would be okay for...
10-27-10, 02:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,101
Posted By GipsyKing

Anything is awful in 100º heat, but I've found a...

Anything is awful in 100º heat, but I've found a Camelbak can be refreshing. Put the resorvoir in your fridge/freezer so it's nice and cool.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-10, 08:23 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,008
Posted By GipsyKing

Cyclefreaksix, vent anytime, that's why we all...

Cyclefreaksix, vent anytime, that's why we all are here on some level! My heart goes out to yours, brother. Today I am dedicating my ride to you and I invite others here to do the same. Every push of...
09-15-10, 10:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,343
Posted By GipsyKing

Understandable! Good luck with the roadie...

Understandable! Good luck with the roadie purchase. Lots o' great stuff out there these days.
09-14-10, 08:48 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,972
Posted By GipsyKing

Congrats and enjoy the new ride! :thumb: I...

Congrats and enjoy the new ride! :thumb:

I am fairly close to picking out my new ride as well. Narrowed it down today to Fuji Cross Comp or Moto Outlaw. Tough choice.
09-14-10, 08:34 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,972
Posted By GipsyKing

Clarification to what? The fact that I already...

Clarification to what? The fact that I already wrote that the bb and wheelbases differ?


It's not my story. Maybe that guy made it up, maybe he didn't. Search the forum and take it up with him...
09-14-10, 12:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 547
Posted By GipsyKing

I've been shopping the past month for a cross...

I've been shopping the past month for a cross bike; that Raleigh has been on my list, too. Jamis seems like a good bike, I read good things about it. You might also consider Kona Jake/JTS ('11 models...
09-14-10, 09:11 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,972
Posted By GipsyKing

I just compared the geo on 56 Fuj Cross Comp to...

I just compared the geo on 56 Fuj Cross Comp to the 56 Fantom Cross and they are the same but for wheelbase and bb.
http://www.fujibikes.com/Specialty/Cyclo-Cross/CrossComp.aspx...
09-13-10, 11:34 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,972
Posted By GipsyKing

Forget who it was and don't feel like ferreting...

Forget who it was and don't feel like ferreting it out, but someone in an earlier post in the thread said something about the BD owner saying/doing "sketchy" things, that certainly qualifies; that...
09-13-10, 10:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,343
Posted By GipsyKing

I think that is a decent deal if the rest of the...

I think that is a decent deal if the rest of the package (wheelset, cranks, bb) matches up. If not, have them upgrade this and that for you included in the price. That pricing is comparable to mail...
09-13-10, 09:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,856
Posted By GipsyKing

Hilariious thread and sweet bike, dude. Congrats...

Hilariious thread and sweet bike, dude. Congrats on a fine build!
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