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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-14, 02:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 791
Posted By Agwan

Yeah, Steel is real. and a big part of why she...

Yeah, Steel is real. and a big part of why she wanted THAT frame, (and why I traded 200 dollar wheels for a 100 dollar frame!) I did consider cold setting it when we bought it, but I ebayed a really...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-14, 12:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 791
Posted By Agwan

Flat bar road bike. how would you do it?

Okay, let me expound on this a bit. Through my connections with local cyclists I found a frame I knew the missus would love (She has a 36 inch cycling inseam but still wants things to be girly, but...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-11-14, 08:07 PM
Replies: 5,456
Views: 3,893,205
Posted By Agwan

This is actually my second Straggler. the first...

This is actually my second Straggler. the first one was sent back to Surly on Friday due to a frame alignment issue. just got this one built up. I had profile cranks and an Alfine wheel on it before....
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-22-14, 12:10 PM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,497,903
Posted By Agwan

Not new, but not particularly active. 5'10 and...

Not new, but not particularly active. 5'10 and 270 pounds. My Clyde commuter is a frame up built Surly Straggler. my current wtb wheelset turned into noodles, so I've got an Alfine/dyad out back and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-12, 04:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,525
Posted By Agwan

currently running Kenda KwikTrax 1.5. I'm...

currently running Kenda KwikTrax 1.5. I'm actually really impressed with them. I've tried more tires on this thing than I can remember. and these relatively cheap (I paid 21 a pop) have been my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-12, 01:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,525
Posted By Agwan

I run a riser right now. but I've checked it with...

I run a riser right now. but I've checked it with drops. and they fit great.



I own the 17" groove and its a great fit for a MTB.

@Thermionicscott: thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-12, 03:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,525
Posted By Agwan

fietsbob is trolling right? @jyl: Thats more...

fietsbob is trolling right?

@jyl: Thats more or less what I have with the Soma. If a custom multi-thousand dollar build was in the cards I know I'd happily pay it. but as it stands I am not making...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-12, 10:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,525
Posted By Agwan

"Scratch" meaning frame up. If I possessed frame...

"Scratch" meaning frame up. If I possessed frame building skills I'd not need to ask here.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-12, 10:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,525
Posted By Agwan

because when I ride aggressively in the city,...

because when I ride aggressively in the city, several hours a day 7 days a week. I must on occasion dismount abruptly due to circumstances beyond my control. sending my testicles on a journey to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-12, 10:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,525
Posted By Agwan

fitting a Surly Cross Check or similar style bike with long torso/arms+ short legs.

Before I go further I must answer what will undoubtedly get asked. as it gets asked by every person I talk to about frame sizing. and it was something I became an expert on when I built my mountain...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-12, 03:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,662
Posted By Agwan

I am still at a loss when talking to cyclists......

I am still at a loss when talking to cyclists... they seem to see wizardry and superstition at every turn. I'm coming from an automotive background and I honestly don't understand how mystifying...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-12, 12:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,662
Posted By Agwan

Is there a reason that a skilled metalsmith could...

Is there a reason that a skilled metalsmith could not heat and squelch this fork? and what are we looking at for a "cold set" repair? unless this bike is sacred to someone I'm just going to torture...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-12, 10:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,662
Posted By Agwan

All of the sudden I feel bad for throwing the...

All of the sudden I feel bad for throwing the fenders and the little wire run through the frame away... though they were mangled anyways.

It is a steel fork, depending on how tempermental the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-12, 01:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,662
Posted By Agwan

where should I start looking for a matching fork?...

where should I start looking for a matching fork? I want to build this up, but not spend a whole lot. singlespeed and V brakes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-12, 01:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,662
Posted By Agwan

Centurion Commuter 5?

pic attached!

Fork is bent.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
01-29-12, 01:17 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 386
Posted By Agwan

building a Nirve B-1 into LEGIT CHOPPER!

I know this is not the exactly right, but I love the looks of the B-1 frame... but not the parts...

does anyone know how hard it would be to put awesome parts on this frame?

I'd like to...
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