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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-03-05, 12:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 819
Posted By TLC4bikes

all I can say is that I too ride platforms, and I...

all I can say is that I too ride platforms, and I like it. I'm a good fixed-gear rider. ;) I don't know what is best- except for video games. I believe Donkey Kong is the best video game in the world.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-23-05, 12:56 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 945
Posted By TLC4bikes

good point potus. It has been done, but I think...

good point potus. It has been done, but I think only with some mods.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-23-05, 12:54 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 945
Posted By TLC4bikes

oh by the way, make sure to use washers that are...

oh by the way, make sure to use washers that are large enough so as to not get cranked into the dropout. Gets messy. That sounds dumb, but sometimes I make hasty decisions to get rolling again. What...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-23-05, 12:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 945
Posted By TLC4bikes

I had the same issue. Serrated (or burred?)...

I had the same issue. Serrated (or burred?) washers are very nice, but from what I hear, track nuts are the cat's pajamas, and we all know how nice those are! My LBS (St. Louis) is not too...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-12-05, 09:50 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,546
Posted By TLC4bikes

It sounds like it might be next to impossible to...

It sounds like it might be next to impossible to install a new chain with the same number of links...being just a bit shorter. Just something for consideration.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-05, 03:50 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,322
Posted By TLC4bikes

Central West End- Taylor and Maryland (near...

Central West End- Taylor and Maryland (near Euclid and Lindell). I am just excited to get back to the Twin Cities. I miss the culture dearly. How are you liking it? Do you miss StL?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-17-05, 06:59 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,322
Posted By TLC4bikes

cool thanks for the info- I just looked at the...

cool thanks for the info- I just looked at the mbma site again. Where is the list of companies now!?! It was up on the old site, and now the new list page won't work. poop. Can anyone direct me to a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-15-05, 01:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,322
Posted By TLC4bikes

Minneapolis msgr scoop

here's the deal. I want to get a messenger job when I move back to Minneapolis this June. I e-mailed the 4 companies with links on the MBMA site. one replied so far. That site says to apply as early...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-07-05, 12:17 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,382
Posted By TLC4bikes

HERENT- Jeremy- Those pics are just what I...

HERENT- Jeremy-
Those pics are just what I need. ahhhhhhh. thanks
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-07-05, 10:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,147
Posted By TLC4bikes

I am gonna get beat up for this. I still use my...

I am gonna get beat up for this. I still use my 5-speed freewheel, but just have the chain taught against the one gear that gives me a good line. no redishing. ultra cheapo. Oh boy. I think sharing...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-07-05, 10:51 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,382
Posted By TLC4bikes

hey all- I am in St. Louis right now. Man-...

hey all-
I am in St. Louis right now. Man- where are the bikes here?? I am coming back to MPLS in June!! I cannot wait to have just a bit more of a niche to call home. I feel like such a weirdo...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-25-05, 12:01 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,577
Posted By TLC4bikes

darn you all for distracting me from my work for...

darn you all for distracting me from my work for so long.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-13-05, 11:30 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,409
Posted By TLC4bikes

I am confused. If anything, I think you'll only...

I am confused. If anything, I think you'll only be moving CLOSER toward center (aligning the center of the hub with the center of the rim). I know that is not precisely the goal, but I mean it's not...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-28-04, 01:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 471
Posted By TLC4bikes

thank you all for the good input! shecky, nice...

thank you all for the good input! shecky, nice link. I am always glad to see another source for good parts

[/QUOTE]What's wrong with a coaster brake? If the old cruiser came with a cb don't see...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-27-04, 02:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 471
Posted By TLC4bikes

could I use bmx bb, spindle, etc.? Do bmx bikes...

could I use bmx bb, spindle, etc.? Do bmx bikes still use those big bb's like they did not long ago?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-27-04, 02:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 471
Posted By TLC4bikes

fix old 26" cruiser??

I just read the POS frame thread. I have been pondering the idea of fixing a couple of old 26" cruisers (big American bb like the little indy 500 bikes) and using 700c wheels. I think they'll fit. Is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-27-04, 02:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,221
Posted By TLC4bikes

yeah I am with you all on that. lots of my family...

yeah I am with you all on that. lots of my family members act like they feel bad for me. lik it isn't a choice (whatever the issue is at the time)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-09-04, 11:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 403
Posted By TLC4bikes

bikes are great. they offer the artistic creative...

bikes are great. they offer the artistic creative aspect, the engineering creative aspect, eco-friendly and inexpensive transport, physical fitness, enjoyment of the outdoors, the list probably goes...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-09-04, 11:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 7,015
Posted By TLC4bikes

I agree. I say file/grind your dropouts just a...

I agree. I say file/grind your dropouts just a wee bit deeper. I bet there is enough material to play with, considering you most likely have some eyelets and other extra junk back there. Hmmmm. Scope...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-04-04, 03:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,563
Posted By TLC4bikes

I think it helps to understand that the driver...

I think it helps to understand that the driver will probably be more alert now! Drivers kind of get into a video game mode...until something actually happens. So a lesson was maybe learned by the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-02-04, 11:25 AM
Replies: 225
Views: 10,599
Posted By TLC4bikes

your turn to play thief

your turn to play thief
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-02-04, 11:04 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 9,138
Posted By TLC4bikes

Silly rabbit, Fix are for skids! My skidmarks...

Silly rabbit, Fix are for skids!
My skidmarks don't involve poop.
Do you have an oral FIXation?
WARNING: Rider is asFIXiated.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-02-04, 10:47 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 9,138
Posted By TLC4bikes

fix me up some pie I'm fixin' ta ________. (go...

fix me up some pie
I'm fixin' ta ________. (go to work, race you, live)?
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