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Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-14-04, 03:43 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,472
Posted By georgesnatcher

Lance has already proven himself as the greatest...

Lance has already proven himself as the greatest TDF rider ever (not overall, Mercyx still has that). So what if he loses? I don't see his record of six straight being beaten in my lifetime. And yes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-04, 06:07 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 977
Posted By georgesnatcher

I have a ti mtb and when I am in one of the...

I have a ti mtb and when I am in one of the bigger gears and poung it out of the saddle I have a similar problem. I think that what causes it is flex in the bb.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-04, 04:47 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 624
Posted By georgesnatcher

Questions Concerning 29"mtb to cross bike

I have a 29 inch mtb and have been considering converting it into a cross country type bike. When I bought the bike I had a set of cyclocross wheels made along with the 29"mtb wheels. Also the bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-04, 06:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 575
Posted By georgesnatcher

At your age I would assume that you are still...

At your age I would assume that you are still growing. I know I was at 15. I would look for a decent used bike instead of spending a lot of money on a new bike. The odds are that the bike you buy...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-14-04, 11:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 583
Posted By georgesnatcher

I currently own a Ti and CF bike. In the past I...

I currently own a Ti and CF bike. In the past I have also owned steel and aluminum. Even though some people swear by them I do not see myself owning another aluminum bike in this lifetime. It was...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-04, 02:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 808
Posted By georgesnatcher

I had the same problem with hot spots on my...

I had the same problem with hot spots on my SPD's. I installed a Dr. Scholl's liner in the shoe and the problem was gone.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-04, 03:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 540
Posted By georgesnatcher

Brooks B17 Narrow. Close to the specs of the...

Brooks B17 Narrow. Close to the specs of the Italian racing saddles but one hell of a lot more comfortable. And the more miles you put on it the better it gets.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-04, 09:46 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,309
Posted By georgesnatcher

I've found the Thompson seat posts to be the...

I've found the Thompson seat posts to be the easiest to "micro" adjust.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-04, 04:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,823
Posted By georgesnatcher

I have used White Lightning in the past and...

I have used White Lightning in the past and currently use Pro Link. For an all year round lube I would say Pro Link. Not nearly as messy as WL, easier to clean, attracts less grit and makes the drive...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-04, 04:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 709
Posted By georgesnatcher

Get wireless! On my Cateye wireless there are...

Get wireless! On my Cateye wireless there are never any problems with rain because the signal goes directly to the "computer", there are no contacts to be shorted by water.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-04, 05:50 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,739
Posted By georgesnatcher

I have a GPS unit on my cell phone that is...

I have a GPS unit on my cell phone that is accurate to 3 feet. When I'm using it in my car the speed pretty much matches the speed on my speedometer.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-04, 10:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,839
Posted By georgesnatcher

Good luck with the 5200. I have one and love it....

Good luck with the 5200. I have one and love it. :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-04, 06:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 809
Posted By georgesnatcher

Lobo, I'm about your weight and have felt like I...

Lobo, I'm about your weight and have felt like I have tried every saddle looking for "The One". From SI I had a Pro Flite Trans Am Gel Flow which was real comfortable. The only thing is that after...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-04, 09:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,839
Posted By georgesnatcher

Kkar, Don't worry about your weight on the 5200....

Kkar, Don't worry about your weight on the 5200. I outweigh you by at least 60 lbs and have put 6000 miles on my 5200 with no problems.
There are a lot of other CF frames out there though and you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-04, 06:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 858
Posted By georgesnatcher

While I would agree with you to a degree, at the...

While I would agree with you to a degree, at the cost of the DA 10 speed components, I would hate to put out that kind of money and find out they were telling the truth.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-04, 11:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 858
Posted By georgesnatcher

I checked the Shimano site and here is what they...

I checked the Shimano site and here is what they say.

6. Will the new cranks (FC-7800) work with my current 9-speed set up?
The new cranks are designed to be used with the new front derailleur...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-04, 07:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 986
Posted By georgesnatcher

If its still within a warranty period I would...

If its still within a warranty period I would consider bringing it back to where you bought it. If its not I would still contact Spinergy before trying a home fix. I am fairly sure you should get...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
04-18-04, 02:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,037
Posted By georgesnatcher

I would not mind seeing and participating in a...

I would not mind seeing and participating in a clydesdale forum. It seems that most of the members here are of the "racer" type physique. Even if it was a sub forum of say General Cycling I think...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-04, 05:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 869
Posted By georgesnatcher

I use the GP 4 Seasons on my road bike and I get...

I use the GP 4 Seasons on my road bike and I get about 2000 miles on the rear tire (being a clydesdale probably doesn't help). I have only had one flat in 5000 miles on them. Good tire in my opinion...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-04, 03:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,191
Posted By georgesnatcher

I own a IF Ti Deluxe and the fit and finish on...

I own a IF Ti Deluxe and the fit and finish on the bike is beyond compare. They will take your measurements and build a bike for "you". Where the others mentioned are off the shelf with standard...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-04, 03:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,203
Posted By georgesnatcher

When I first got back into biking there were no...

When I first got back into biking there were no such things as anatomically correct saddles. When they came out I tried Terry, several Selle Italia, and Specialized. Of all the Selle Italia ProLink...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-04, 02:46 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,935
Posted By georgesnatcher

I used to buy Cycling + until I went onto their...

I used to buy Cycling + until I went onto their forums and found a definate anti-American bent there. Nothing like the forum here where the mods actually do their jobs. Needless to say I have not...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-04, 02:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 973
Posted By georgesnatcher

SoDak, Don't worry, I have you beat I wear a...

SoDak, Don't worry, I have you beat I wear a Camelbak and Giro Pneumo with the visor on it when on my road bike. :eek: And the worries about your neck, bull. I have a 5 inch drop from the top of my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-04, 02:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,325
Posted By georgesnatcher

It won't hurt to go. Who knows you may find a...

It won't hurt to go. Who knows you may find a diamond mixed in with the trash. My experience with Police auctions are that they are usually Roadmasters and BMX type bikes. But for the 1/2 hour it...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-04, 05:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 968
Posted By georgesnatcher

On my B17N the first 50-100 miles were hell. I...

On my B17N the first 50-100 miles were hell. I was ready to scrap the seat. At about 100 miles the saddle began to get comfortable. Now I would put nothing else on any of my bikes.
The one question...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-04, 05:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,533
Posted By georgesnatcher

I don't think that "Litespeed" would knowingly...

I don't think that "Litespeed" would knowingly put a defective frame out on the market, even one of their unbranded ones. Think of the liability and all of the lawyers waiting for a pay day. My guess...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-04, 02:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,533
Posted By georgesnatcher

I think that Litespeed/Merlin etc makes most if...

I think that Litespeed/Merlin etc makes most if not all of the "factory" Ti bikes made in the USA. If you look at the Macalu ads they clearly state made in Chattanooga Tennessee. The only bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-07-04, 05:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 662
Posted By georgesnatcher

You can expect noise from the rear hub as the...

You can expect noise from the rear hub as the pawls go over the ratchet teeth. If you can actually feel vibaration though that does not sound right. I would have the lbs take a look and test ride it....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-04, 10:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 999
Posted By georgesnatcher

You should ride the size that "feels" the best...

You should ride the size that "feels" the best and most comfortable for yourself. Off the top measurements are not always a good indicator of what will end up being the best for you. I bought a bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-04, 05:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,027
Posted By georgesnatcher

That sucks! Any witnesses? It would be nice to...

That sucks! Any witnesses? It would be nice to have that A hole at least pay for a new bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-29-04, 05:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,074
Posted By georgesnatcher

If you look at them they look pretty close to me....

If you look at them they look pretty close to me. Where I saw a difference was in the weight where the Neuvation weighed slightly more. But I don't know how they weighed them, screwers in on both or...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-27-04, 05:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,097
Posted By georgesnatcher

I weigh more than you and have a CF 5200. I'm no...

I weigh more than you and have a CF 5200. I'm no racer but it is approaching 5000 miles and I have no complaints.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-04, 05:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,154
Posted By georgesnatcher

Agreed on the SRAM. The powerlink makes changes...

Agreed on the SRAM. The powerlink makes changes and maintenence almost effortless.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-04, 05:51 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,904
Posted By georgesnatcher

I have a 5 inch drop from the top of my saddle to...

I have a 5 inch drop from the top of my saddle to the top of my bars. No problems with the B17N even though the first couple of rides took some getting used to.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-26-04, 04:37 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 876
Posted By georgesnatcher

They can call that Harley Davidson lookalike...

They can call that Harley Davidson lookalike whatever they want. THE STINGRAY had a banana seat, ape hanger handlebars, shifter mounted on the top tube, and a sissy bar on the rear. The original was...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-04, 04:25 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,904
Posted By georgesnatcher

I recently purchased the B17N and after about 200...

I recently purchased the B17N and after about 200 miles it was broken in. After years riding Selle whatever saddles I could not see going wider. The narrow is already about 10-12 mm wider than most...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-04, 03:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,627
Posted By georgesnatcher

I got my 5200 at about $300 under msrp.

I got my 5200 at about $300 under msrp.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-25-04, 10:01 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 987
Posted By georgesnatcher

I think they both did a short stint in Europe....

I think they both did a short stint in Europe. But given both of their ages I really do not see them catching on with a D1 Euro squad. They are both team leaders and at best in Europe they would be...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
03-25-04, 09:55 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,877
Posted By georgesnatcher

Joe, One thing you might want to look at is the...

Joe, One thing you might want to look at is the ignore list option. The way you have it now it is pretty onerous to get to (not that I ignore anyone). Here is what I copied when I clicked on your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-25-04, 08:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 550
Posted By georgesnatcher

Yeah, I don't get it. At least in the USA not...

Yeah, I don't get it. At least in the USA not everyone is built like Gilberto Simoni (who probably wears a large). Why some of the US cycling wear companies do not follow standard American sizing is...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-25-04, 08:46 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 392
Posted By georgesnatcher

Isn't the picture you posted a Lotto team rider?

Isn't the picture you posted a Lotto team rider?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-25-04, 08:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,165
Posted By georgesnatcher

Not only that but Basso is no Tyler Hamilton. CSC...

Not only that but Basso is no Tyler Hamilton. CSC is a great team and at the end of the year I expect to see them in the top 5-10. The team I see being number one when all is said is Fasso.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-04, 06:15 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,628
Posted By georgesnatcher

When I first switched over from mtb to the road...

When I first switched over from mtb to the road the first week or so was hell. As my body became acclimated to the different position I felt much more comfortable. 3 1/2 inches drop from the bars to...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-04, 04:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,777
Posted By georgesnatcher

From what I have seen most of the Felt line-up...

From what I have seen most of the Felt line-up gives a lot of bang for your buck. They all appear to be well made bikes with above average componants. Another (similar) line to look at is Jamis....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-04, 03:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,279
Posted By georgesnatcher

275 lbs here on 32 hole Mavic Open Pro's. 2000...

275 lbs here on 32 hole Mavic Open Pro's. 2000 miles on chip and seal roads and they are not even out of true. I run a 700x25 front and rear and usually have them pumped up to 120-125lbs.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-04, 07:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 550
Posted By georgesnatcher

I have a heck of a problem finding cycling...

I have a heck of a problem finding cycling jerseys to fit me. European makers are all for the most part out of the question. What I am looking for is a company or two that make jerseys for a 54 inch...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-04, 05:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,004
Posted By georgesnatcher

I love that new Orbea Orca!!! If they have it my...

I love that new Orbea Orca!!! If they have it my size when I start looking in a couple of years that may be THE ONE.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-04, 04:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 517
Posted By georgesnatcher

After having the 5200 I know that my next road...

After having the 5200 I know that my next road bike will again be CF. I am not going to limit my choices at this point. I also plan to look at Aegis and other CF manufacturers. As you said "better"...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-04, 12:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 870
Posted By georgesnatcher

Have you figured out what you saved by buying the...

Have you figured out what you saved by buying the DeRosa in Italy versus the US? I'd almost bet it would come close to paying for the trip.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-04, 12:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,004
Posted By georgesnatcher

They are not left out and yes you can still play....

They are not left out and yes you can still play. What it comes down to is most people would love a custom bike but for most part the price is beyond reach. :rolleyes:
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