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Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-11, 03:34 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 710
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Well, the used Jamis was sold. They are unable to...

Well, the used Jamis was sold. They are unable to order the Defy 3 because the 12' models are almost out. So theyre ordering a 2012 Specialized Allez compact.
Are there any other bikes I should...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-11, 02:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 710
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Hhnngg- Im not looking to ride with roadies in my...

Hhnngg- Im not looking to ride with roadies in my area, not looking to compete in any sort of race. Im just wanting to get some extra workout for my running as I train.

I was told itll be a week...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-11, 01:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 710
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Verbose- first off, this is the "east" location....

Verbose- first off, this is the "east" location. I dont really trust reviews because it seems sometimes people dont give the full story.

I've had a previous MTB serviced there a few years back...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-11, 12:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 710
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Yup, my thumbs were able to reach the small...

Yup, my thumbs were able to reach the small little up shift lever while in the drop down position
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-11, 06:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 710
Posted By tlxxxsracer

All three of those bikes can be bought at one...

All three of those bikes can be bought at one shop. Another shop has specialized and cannondale but they are quite expensive. Then another local place has trek.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-11, 05:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 710
Posted By tlxxxsracer

New to road bikes- picking entry level

Hi everyone. So I've practically gone through almost every single type of bike. I was first interested in a mtb then realized I wont be doing ANY off-road riding at all. So I tried a hybrid and it...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-11, 04:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,232
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Figured much. But thanks for the advice on things...

Figured much. But thanks for the advice on things :) :thumb:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-11, 04:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,232
Posted By tlxxxsracer

I know its not a hybrid- but the more I look at...

I know its not a hybrid- but the more I look at hybrids, the majority I dont like them as they arent "aggressive" enough. And I find myself more into the sportier hybrid bikes. And at that point, i...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-11, 03:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,232
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Ill call them and ask real quick- but im pretty...

Ill call them and ask real quick- but im pretty sure they will.
the shop offers 1 year free adjustments, lifetime warranty on frame, 1 year free parts against malfunction, free tubes for life, able...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-11, 03:16 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,232
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Is a used/like new 2011 Jamis ventura at $500 a...

Is a used/like new 2011 Jamis ventura at $500 a good deal? My local bike shop said a guy traded it in recently after getting it because he wanted a different style/model. They cleaned it up and fixed...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-28-11, 04:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,232
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Ya I was initially interested in it, but no shop...

Ya I was initially interested in it, but no shop has that one :( I liked it because it had the lock out, disk brakes and some good components. But I havent ridden it to know how it feels.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-28-11, 01:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,232
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Yah, the thing is.. there are about 4 major bike...

Yah, the thing is.. there are about 4 major bike shops. All of which carry specific bikes. One has specialized and giant, another just giant, another just trek and lastly specialized and cannondale. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-28-11, 12:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,232
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Decided to go hybrid- now which one?

So after in a long battle of if I wanted a mtb or more of a road/agressive hybrid, I decided to go with a hybrid because Im going to do ALOT more on road than offroad (if any at all). I just loved...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-28-11, 04:51 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 825
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Ive never worked on a bike (except replacing a...

Ive never worked on a bike (except replacing a front flat). A college student who wouldnt have time to work on a bike (school and work).

Oh well.
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-27-11, 03:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 825
Posted By tlxxxsracer

LOL! I know a scam when I see one.. Especially...

LOL! I know a scam when I see one.. Especially from a user with 4 posts.. :rolleyes:
A local bike shop is best- get service, warranty, etc. :thumb:
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-27-11, 11:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 825
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Hmm.. thanks for that input- I did ask them about...

Hmm.. thanks for that input- I did ask them about upgrading the fork to something that could lock out. I was told about $200 for the upgrade

Im thinking now to buy more of an on-road hybrid bike,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-25-11, 10:58 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 825
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Thanks for the help and advice. Helps a great bit...

Thanks for the help and advice. Helps a great bit :) Maybe I can talk them down a small bit because the 2012 models are just around the corner..
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-25-11, 10:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 825
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Hmm.. okay :thumb: being devils advocate-...

Hmm.. okay :thumb:

being devils advocate- Would it be worth putting maybe another $100 and get a different bike? It seems to be a huge jump from the Revel 1 to the 0 :rolleyes::p
What other...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-25-11, 05:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 825
Posted By tlxxxsracer

entry level MTB - advice

I posted in the hybrid section as I wasnt sure if I wanted a mtb or hybrid and I think I've decided on a mtb only because thats what I've ridden all my life and feel more comfortable on one. Though...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-21-11, 11:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,418
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Than you Colin for your input. Luckily, the...

Than you Colin for your input.

Luckily, the bike shop offers free tubes for life if you buy a bike from them:) lol.
Also, I tried this nice Specialized 29er ($1200).. but ran into the issue of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-20-11, 02:14 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,418
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Well grass and dirt would be next to a busy...

Well grass and dirt would be next to a busy street on my way to school- no sidewalks.
Yes- The majority or my riding will be on the road which is why I had an interest in lock out suspension.

At...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-20-11, 10:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,418
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Also just saw the Jamis Trail X3...

Also just saw the Jamis Trail X3 http://bikeworks.com/product/jamis-trail-x3-74779-1.htm
Not sure how it stacks against my other options above.
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-20-11, 05:29 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,869
Posted By tlxxxsracer

I thought that the 29ers caused you to accelerate...

I thought that the 29ers caused you to accelerate slower but once at a top speed, you will go faster. The circumfrance is greater, meaning it covers more ground per rotation of the tire.
Its...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-19-11, 12:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,418
Posted By tlxxxsracer

The crosstrail is $500. That puts it with the...

The crosstrail is $500. That puts it with the hardrock disk. I'm just unsure which has the better overall components and what would be the "best" for the price. My dad may be getting the crosstrail-...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-19-11, 12:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,418
Posted By tlxxxsracer

Bike to cross-train for running (Giant or Specialized) hybrid/mtb

I'm really wanting a bike that I can ride to get extra cardio and work on my fitness for running. Im only about 2.5months into running, so the biking will help a bit rather than adding more milage to...
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