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Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-07, 12:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 506
Posted By rsl

It's been a little over 5 years, so not too long....

It's been a little over 5 years, so not too long. Yeah, I miss Flat Branch and Shakespeare's Pizza! I wonder if Addison's is still there? That was another favorite as well.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-07, 09:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 506
Posted By rsl

Kingsfan4life- I went to Mizzou and did a...

Kingsfan4life-

I went to Mizzou and did a Masters at Harvard so I know both pretty well.

Columbia has a decent bike culture, but nothing like Boston or the Northeast. Walt's is a great shop...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-07-06, 02:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 649
Posted By rsl

I bought a chainstay protector too. Shipped...

I bought a chainstay protector too. Shipped quickly. I didn't like the way it looked and sent it back for a refund with no problems, no questions asked.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-06, 07:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 219
Posted By rsl

New Cables and rear der. adjustment problems

Last night after a short ride with my wife, she was complaining that her shifting was "just not right." Her bike is probably about 8 years old and I don't think it's ever had a tune-up. I've been...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-06, 07:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 237
Posted By rsl

New Cables and Rear Der. Adjustment problems

Last night after a short ride with my wife, she was complaining that her shifting was "just not right." Her bike is probably about 8 years old and I don't think it's ever had a tune-up. I've been...
Forum: Framebuilders
03-14-06, 03:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,591
Posted By rsl

When I went to Mizzou there used to be a guy in...

When I went to Mizzou there used to be a guy in Columbia MO that made frames under the label of "Diablo." This was about 5 years ago. I've seen a couple of the frames - nothing drool worthy, but...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-06, 02:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 669
Posted By rsl

My new custom Zanconato

Over the weekend I was able to take the train out to Worcester MA to get fitted for my first custom bike. I've had my eye on an IF for nearly two years, but I decided to go with a builder I could...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-06, 11:41 AM
Replies: 310
Views: 46,682
Posted By rsl

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-06, 11:34 AM
Replies: 310
Views: 46,682
Posted By rsl

The bike looks great! About the bar tape - I...

The bike looks great! About the bar tape - I love the gray. What type is it?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-05, 11:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 632
Posted By rsl

I got it from netflix as well this past weekend. ...

I got it from netflix as well this past weekend.

I thought it was amazing!! Plenty of amazing shots of the TdF course, the race, etc. I also liked all the behind the scenes footage with the...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-09-05, 10:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,378
Posted By rsl

Best time of year to sell a used bike

I'm planning on selling my 2004 cannondale r600 to finance a new bike. I'm not sure what time of year would be best to try to sell it though. I'd like to get the new bike in March, and I live in...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-05, 10:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 17,096
Posted By rsl

1" vs. 1 1/8" head tube

Assuming a Steel bike, what are the advantages and disadvantages of a 1" head tube compared to 1 1/8" head tube. Does the choice of a steel fork or carbon fork factor into this?

I tried to...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-05, 10:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 826
Posted By rsl

Thanks everyone, I'm still undecided, but...

Thanks everyone,

I'm still undecided, but leaning towards trying to do the build myself.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-05, 03:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 826
Posted By rsl

Yes, they are an IF dealer. I'd be more...

Yes, they are an IF dealer. I'd be more comfortable paying around $2700 if I got an Ultegra build.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-05, 03:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 826
Posted By rsl

Yeah, those are good questions. Having never...

Yeah, those are good questions.

Having never had a professional fit, I would work with the LBS recommendations for stem, crank length, etc. in order to buy components.

I think I am fairly...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-05, 03:38 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 826
Posted By rsl

I thought it seemed a bit high too. I'm...

I thought it seemed a bit high too.

I'm looking at a Steel Crown Jewel, with the steel fork. Frame and fork price is $1600.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-05, 03:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 826
Posted By rsl

building up first bike - bad idea?

Okay, so I have two interests that may be about to collide and I'm wondering if this is a bad idea. First, I've always wanted an Independent Fabrications road bike. Finally I'm in a position to buy...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-05, 10:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,008
Posted By rsl

Please - I'd love to see some pictures. ...

Please - I'd love to see some pictures. Especially would love to see some pics that show detail (Seat tube cluster, BB, etc.)

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-05, 02:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,008
Posted By rsl

I'm interested in a curtlo as well. Would love...

I'm interested in a curtlo as well. Would love to hear about some owner's experience with their curtlo's and see some pics!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-05, 02:44 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,471
Posted By rsl

Gunnar Roadie vs. Independent Fabrication Crown Jewel

I've been wanting an IF crown Jewel for years now and have been saving my money dutifully, but as the dream comes closer to reality I'm beginning to balk at spending that much for the steel IF. I've...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-05, 02:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 707
Posted By rsl

What's a "compact crankset?"

I'm in the process of specing out a new roadbike (gunnar roadie probably) and am wondering what a "compact crankset" is. For example, what's the difference between a standard 9spd Shimano 105 and...
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