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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-02, 09:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,123
Posted By greatnexus

www.light-bikes.com I just got one for $78...

www.light-bikes.com I just got one for $78 shipped.
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-15-02, 05:34 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,119
Posted By greatnexus

Padal / crank interface should be standard size,...

Padal / crank interface should be standard size, unless you have really cheap no name brand crank.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-02, 12:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,063
Posted By greatnexus

Get it close enough and just ride....that's my...

Get it close enough and just ride....that's my theory :p
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-02, 11:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 901
Posted By greatnexus

Congratz... This is just the beginning of...

Congratz...

This is just the beginning of many more enjoyable miles to come.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-02, 11:40 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,217
Posted By greatnexus

I usually look online for clearance and hot...

I usually look online for clearance and hot deals. If I know what I want, I go to http://www.qbike.com, which give me comparison over many companies.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-02, 09:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,123
Posted By greatnexus

Egg will be my next pedal after my cheap welgo...

Egg will be my next pedal after my cheap welgo wears out :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-02, 09:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 629
Posted By greatnexus

I personally thinks the protector is worth it. ...

I personally thinks the protector is worth it. It's like an insurance policy. You don't really need it, but if your chain skip you won't get hurt.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-11-02, 10:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 714
Posted By greatnexus

I usually spray the chain with WD-40, wipe with...

I usually spray the chain with WD-40, wipe with rag, and lube with dry chain lube.

For messier chains (friend's bike), I go for simple green first and follow the same process.

Once I have the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-02, 09:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 819
Posted By greatnexus

Agreed with LJBike. LBS is probably better than...

Agreed with LJBike. LBS is probably better than online for finding the right saddle. Ask them for trial period and exchange priv. Pay a little more so that you can get the best fit saddle.

When...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-10-02, 05:21 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,119
Posted By greatnexus

That's how much twisting allowance you have. If...

That's how much twisting allowance you have. If the float is too small you may unclip unexpectedly or you may be uncomfortable because you have to keep everything too straight. If the float is too...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-10-02, 04:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,119
Posted By greatnexus

One thing to consider when using SPD with plastic...

One thing to consider when using SPD with plastic adaptor is that the adaptor side is heavier so the platform usually ended up on the wrong side.

Depending on your preference, either go with a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-10-02, 02:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 779
Posted By greatnexus

$20 on the 5 Borough Bike Tour day. I considered...

$20 on the 5 Borough Bike Tour day. I considered to option of asking all the bikers (about 40,000 people) very briefly, then I figure that would be a silly waste of energy.

:D So the money was...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-10-02, 02:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,119
Posted By greatnexus

If you can do 50, you can do 60 :) I live...

If you can do 50, you can do 60 :)

I live on 70th street by 34th ave bike path. Here are some route I typically do:

34th bike path to Flushing Meadow Park (2 loops) and back, about 13 miles.
...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-10-02, 01:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,119
Posted By greatnexus

Thank you. May be we can hook up on the...

Thank you.

May be we can hook up on the tour (or on weekend rides ;) ). I am planning to do the 60 milers. Although I should have no problem doing century by that time, because I have been...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-10-02, 08:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 576
Posted By greatnexus

Agreed. Get a good entry-level bike. Once you...

Agreed. Get a good entry-level bike. Once you learn more about the sport and bikes in general...plunge in and get a high-end bike. The entry-level can now become a beater for a friend to ride along...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-10-02, 08:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,119
Posted By greatnexus

Depending on your preference, you may also want...

Depending on your preference, you may also want to think about having a dedicated clipless pedal and a spare platform. Swapping pedals should be just as fast as chaning shoes :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-10-02, 07:56 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 659
Posted By greatnexus

great advice regularguy...also do not forget...

great advice regularguy...also do not forget patch kit.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-03-02, 02:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 732
Posted By greatnexus

Well, I don't know too many people that will ride...

Well, I don't know too many people that will ride with people who has poop in their short.

:p
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-03-02, 02:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 962
Posted By greatnexus

I use it to lift weight too (when I am not...

I use it to lift weight too (when I am not biking). :D
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-03-02, 11:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 985
Posted By greatnexus

Oh yes, I broke two tube so far at the tube/valve...

Oh yes, I broke two tube so far at the tube/valve interface. The problem is that people (including me) have the tendency to overtighten the stem nut and stretch the rubber which then get cut by the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-03-02, 11:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 648
Posted By greatnexus

I used to have chain hop around too, but that...

I used to have chain hop around too, but that because the spring in the read derailer was soft. The problem went away after I switched to a new RD.

Anyway, when was the last time you replace your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-03-02, 11:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 648
Posted By greatnexus

I second all positive comments above. I bought a...

I second all positive comments above. I bought a complete bike and several parts/accessories from them with no problem.

Before you buy, make sure you do comparison shopping at www.qbike.com
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-03-02, 07:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 985
Posted By greatnexus

Personally, I think presta is easier to inflate...

Personally, I think presta is easier to inflate (due to the interface with my hand pump), and it just looks cool.

I you want to add stuff like slime to your tube, you should go with shred though.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-02, 10:41 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 435
Posted By greatnexus

Anyone doing the MS Bike Tour in NY this year?

I did my first MS Bike tour last year. As you may know the tour was delayed and was moved to upstate NY (a joint tour with another chapter). I was a sad year, but the tour was great and I really...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-02, 10:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 843
Posted By greatnexus

Fitness and to be with friends. :rolleyes:

Fitness and to be with friends. :rolleyes:
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-28-02, 12:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 961
Posted By greatnexus

Don't know if this is what you are looking for...

Don't know if this is what you are looking for http://www.parktool.com/repair_help/FAQindex.shtml

In any case, I would spend some money and buy a book like Zinn's. It is well worth it and the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-28-02, 11:39 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 961
Posted By greatnexus

If its local, I would negotiate that you can...

If its local, I would negotiate that you can return it in 5 or 7 days. If they feel their product is of good quality, they should have no problem doing it.

Or install then go out on a ride with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-28-02, 09:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,328
Posted By greatnexus

Also try auto supplies shops

Also try auto supplies shops
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-28-02, 09:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 961
Posted By greatnexus

Thanks! You can buy cheaper priced stuff on...

Thanks!

You can buy cheaper priced stuff on eBay. Slightly less risky than classified because you can at least check seller's feedback. Otherwise, you can also try MTBR.com classified section.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-28-02, 09:38 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 386
Posted By greatnexus

I highly recommend Zinn's books. Pinyo

I highly recommend Zinn's books.

Pinyo
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-28-02, 09:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 424
Posted By greatnexus

Yes, Queens, NY <-- real NY :D Anyway, I...

Yes, Queens, NY <-- real NY :D

Anyway, I have to do some search where you are, but I am planning to ride from Queens to Oyster Bay this week end. Should be about 75 miles (yes, on my MTB)

I am...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-28-02, 09:05 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 961
Posted By greatnexus

tFUnK, I wrote a short article about this...

tFUnK,

I wrote a short article about this very topic a while back. Please take a read: http://greatnexus.com/bike/a/7cheapways.php

In term of upgrading just to save weight, I think you will be...
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