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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-24-05, 10:55 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,876
Posted By drezdn

I wear something similar to that (a pro-tec...

I wear something similar to that (a pro-tec "Extreme" sports helmet). It works great, it just makes my head look huge. As for whether anyone gives me funny links *shrug*.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-24-05, 10:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,139
Posted By drezdn

The bike license on my frame says 1977, it's not...

The bike license on my frame says 1977, it's not pretty to look at but it actually feels better than my other bikes.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-24-05, 10:44 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,246
Posted By drezdn

If anyone's looking for something to do tonight...

If anyone's looking for something to do tonight (Dec. 24th), my friend is DJing tonight at the Riverhorse starting at 10PM. If I didn't have my girlfriend in tow I would bring out my Schwinn Fixed...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-31-05, 12:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 622
Posted By drezdn

The reason I was shocked was because it's a hub,...

The reason I was shocked was because it's a hub, it's a pretty basic bike part. Sure, a track hub would be slightly more obscure, but you'd think it would be something a bike store employee could...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-31-05, 12:08 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 622
Posted By drezdn

West Allis.

West Allis.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-31-05, 12:01 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 622
Posted By drezdn

Suburban LBS and Track Hubs

I'm temporarily living in a suburb away from my normal lbs. I found out there was a bike shop only a few blocks away, one of those places that also sells "fitness equipment." They had a decent...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-30-05, 11:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,236
Posted By drezdn

This might be a stupid question but for...

This might be a stupid question but for re-spacing, can you just use regular washers?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-30-05, 11:51 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,051
Posted By drezdn

I'm building up my winter commuting bike as a...

I'm building up my winter commuting bike as a fixed because I'll have more control over it than if I was riding a road bike.

And because I have a strange obsession with using my dremel tool to cut...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-25-05, 01:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,293
Posted By drezdn

I measured it several times and each time it came...

I measured it several times and each time it came out to 127 or slightly above 127. Can I put a 126mm Hub on there and tighten it, or should I get one of the hubs that can be spaced anywhere from...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-24-05, 10:19 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,508
Posted By drezdn

48x16 on my track bike. I'm probably going to do...

48x16 on my track bike. I'm probably going to do that on the conversion I'm doing as well.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-23-05, 04:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,293
Posted By drezdn

Should I take the wheel off first?

Should I take the wheel off first?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-23-05, 03:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,293
Posted By drezdn

I plan on following the instructions on Sheldon...

I plan on following the instructions on Sheldon Brown's site.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-23-05, 03:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,293
Posted By drezdn

Schwinn 5 Speed Collegiate Spacing

I tried searching but I couldn't find any information on this... I picked up a 5 speed Brown Schwinn Collegiate that's at least 28 years old (the bike license expired in 1977). I plan on converting...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-07-05, 09:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,138
Posted By drezdn

I'm guessing that's what'll happen, or garage...

I'm guessing that's what'll happen, or garage sales.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-07-05, 09:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,098
Posted By drezdn

The best idea would be to open a bike store right...

The best idea would be to open a bike store right across the street from a gas station.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-06-05, 04:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,138
Posted By drezdn

This is what I'm looking forward too.

This is what I'm looking forward too.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-04-05, 10:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 764
Posted By drezdn

The MKS's were lasting about 2-4 weeks on my...

The MKS's were lasting about 2-4 weeks on my commuter bike. I've replaced them with doubled up chrome ones (available from the Yellow Jersey in Madison, WI) and they haven't broke.

With plastic...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-02-05, 05:35 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 8,029
Posted By drezdn

My general rule of thumb for defining hipsters is...

My general rule of thumb for defining hipsters is if a person looks out of place being outside during the day time then they are probably a hipster.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-20-05, 10:47 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,882
Posted By drezdn

East Side, and you?

East Side, and you?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-20-05, 10:37 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,882
Posted By drezdn

I wear an XL size helmet. It's by Pro-Tec and...

I wear an XL size helmet. It's by Pro-Tec and they're mainly designed for skateboarding, but are also sort of ment for biking. They're big helmets though, and make your head look huge. The big...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-19-05, 12:22 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 13,284
Posted By drezdn

Where can I find those?

Where can I find those?
Forum: Commuting
09-15-05, 07:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,432
Posted By drezdn

Why do cars challenge me to race when I'm on the...

Why do cars challenge me to race when I'm on the commuter bike, but never on the Track bike?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-15-05, 03:45 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 13,284
Posted By drezdn

Fixed Gear shoes

On my other bike I ride wearing cleats, but it looks like they aren't a good idea for fixed riding. Right now I wear my chuck taylors, but I suck at tying my shoes in live in constant fear of the day...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-15-05, 02:55 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,157
Posted By drezdn

Last week I was riding my fixed gear bike down a...

Last week I was riding my fixed gear bike down a bike lane when a wrong way biker came straight at me. I managed to avoid them, but nearly got rewarded by being hit by a car pulling out, one I would...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-05, 10:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 515
Posted By drezdn

Noob question: Fixed vs. Track

So I'm a little confused about this...

Is this right:
All track bikes are fixed gear.
Not all fixed gear bikes are track bikes.

If you add a brake to a track bike is it still a track bike or...
Forum: Commuting
09-01-05, 01:00 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,500
Posted By drezdn

I carry a shirt, a pair of pants, a change of...

I carry a shirt, a pair of pants, a change of underwear, electrical tape, duct tape, two tubes, three tire levers, a CO2 cartridge, a Leatherman, A specialized EMT tool, and my lunch. Extra batteries...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-01-05, 12:51 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 4,753
Posted By drezdn

I thought Hurst's book was very well down and...

I thought Hurst's book was very well down and choose a sort of middle of the road approach to addressing cycling on the street.
Forum: Touring
08-31-05, 10:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 427
Posted By drezdn

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Touring
08-31-05, 02:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 427
Posted By drezdn

I'm cutting across the lower part of the state...

I'm cutting across the lower part of the state East to South, starting from my apartment in milwaukee. I'm looking to stop at a friends apartment in Madison, but I've never biked there and I'd like...
Forum: Touring
08-31-05, 12:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 427
Posted By drezdn

Touring Wisconsin question

I'm doing a tour of Wisconsin in a few weeks and I'm trying to find the best way to get by bike from the Western Edge of the glacier Drumlin trail to Gorham Street. Any suggestions?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-05, 12:08 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 617
Posted By drezdn

Best time for bike sales

I'm looking to pick up a good fast road racing bike and a mountain bike for riding in the winter, however I'm looking to do it on the cheap. When is the best time for big bike sales?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-05, 11:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 418
Posted By drezdn

zouf, I think I described the problem wrong...

zouf, I think I described the problem wrong initially. On closer inspection, a link in the chain wasn't bending as it would go over the rear derailleur, pulling the derailleur with it. I softly...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-05, 09:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 418
Posted By drezdn

It's definitely a tight link. Thanks for the help!

It's definitely a tight link. Thanks for the help!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-05, 08:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 418
Posted By drezdn

Yes, the arm on the rear derailleur moves. I'll...

Yes, the arm on the rear derailleur moves. I'll try some lube and see if that fixes it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-05, 12:46 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 418
Posted By drezdn

Rear Derailler problem

On the way home tonight, after I shifted to any gear, the gear would make the same sound it makes when it shifts into another gear. I checked it out off the bike and even pedalling in reverse, the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-21-05, 10:43 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,043
Posted By drezdn

Most screaming is uninteligible to me, as I...

Most screaming is uninteligible to me, as I played in a rock band for a few years when I should have been wearing ear plugs. Unjustified horn honks piss me off though, as they're usually uncalled for...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-21-05, 10:37 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,734
Posted By drezdn

Once, I had parked my car (before I started...

Once, I had parked my car (before I started commuting by bike) on the parking lane of a 4 lane superwide street. I opened my car door a fraction of an inch, saw something in my mirror and closed the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-21-05, 10:19 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,897
Posted By drezdn

My old bike got stolen from my basement, when I...

My old bike got stolen from my basement, when I called the police, the two guys that showed up were really nice. Nice enough that when they found a bunch of street signs a previous tenant had left in...
Forum: Touring
08-19-05, 01:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 759
Posted By drezdn

I actually have a trunk bag already, I'm just...

I actually have a trunk bag already, I'm just looking for more storage space.
Forum: Touring
08-18-05, 04:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 759
Posted By drezdn

Topeak Handlebar Bag

I was thinking of getting a topeak handlebar bag (either the tourguide or the tourguide dx) and I'm wondering how people like them? Also, is the mount in the middle or at the top of the bag? I have a...
Forum: Commuting
08-18-05, 03:55 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,902
Posted By drezdn

I have a Specialized Sirrus which I added a rack...

I have a Specialized Sirrus which I added a rack to, and aside from one major repair, I've liked it for commuting. I do 10 Miles each way.
Forum: Commuting
08-06-05, 12:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,279
Posted By drezdn

Jstream, apparently those new lanes are part of a...

Jstream, apparently those new lanes are part of a large push by the city (with Federal Funds) to add bike lanes to the city. They've also just put ones in on Ogden, one by the Summerfest grounds,...
Forum: Commuting
08-06-05, 12:01 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,524
Posted By drezdn

I saw people fixing a car in the middle of the...

I saw people fixing a car in the middle of the street at 1AM.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-05, 12:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 484
Posted By drezdn

Pedal Problem?

I have a Specialized Sirrus and starting yesterday, when ever I push on the left pedal, it makes an annoying sound. the sound only happens when I'm sitting down, and after another 20 minutes of...
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