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Forum: Commuting
07-15-10, 10:58 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 36,751
Posted By FlatlanderIA

32 Vittorias with reflective sidewalls are my...

32 Vittorias with reflective sidewalls are my favorite. Was riding 28 gatorskin before (along with several other brands and widths) and after I moved up to the 32 I was happier. Better handling in...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-09, 12:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 751
Posted By FlatlanderIA

244 grams.. Why do they say 'sealed bearings for...

244 grams.. Why do they say 'sealed bearings for Track use?'
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-09, 12:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 751
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Nice! Is that in a 109.5 width? Where would I...

Nice! Is that in a 109.5 width? Where would I find one?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-09, 07:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 751
Posted By FlatlanderIA

That's a good idea, I might have to pick up an...

That's a good idea, I might have to pick up an extra DA BB for $73, and keep one ready to swap out. People complain that they are too maintainence needy, but I"ve had mine for over 4k miles (and a...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-09, 10:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 751
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Bottom Bracket suggestions for Octalink?

Any suggestions on a new BB? I want to keep my FSA carbon octalink cranks. Am I correct that the Chris King BB would not work? I have had a Dura Ace BB but the shells are really starting to...
Forum: Commuting
07-22-09, 01:35 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,639
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Cycling shoes, short smartwool socks, Icebreakers...

Cycling shoes, short smartwool socks, Icebreakers longsleeved lightweight top, padded cycling shorts with wool cut-off shorts overtop, rapha cycling cap and catlike helmet.
Forum: Commuting
06-09-09, 05:03 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 32,000
Posted By FlatlanderIA

I ride with one Ortlieb pannier every day to...

I ride with one Ortlieb pannier every day to work, 10 mi round trip. It's moderately loaded, maybe 10 pounds. it works just fine and i've gotten totally used to it. I don't want to corner sharply...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-09, 10:08 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,413
Posted By FlatlanderIA

I've got a Planet Bike Superflash as well.. best...

I've got a Planet Bike Superflash as well.. best rear light I've had.. and I've gone through a few!
Forum: Commuting
05-19-09, 10:57 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,413
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Yup. I painted all my bikes bright red.

Yup. I painted all my bikes bright red.
Forum: Commuting
05-19-09, 10:34 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,413
Posted By FlatlanderIA

So you don't have a problem with the Surly...

So you don't have a problem with the Surly company, just with Surly owners? Why would you want to think someone's enthusiasm for their bike is 'over the top?' I love it when people rave about their...
Forum: Commuting
05-19-09, 09:57 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,413
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Seriously, ride in your work clothes? Ugh.... if...

Seriously, ride in your work clothes? Ugh.... if work is that close why spend the $ on a nice bike at all?
Forum: Commuting
05-19-09, 09:09 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,413
Posted By FlatlanderIA

JeffS, haha.. I knew that was coming from...

JeffS, haha.. I knew that was coming from someone. You can't deny it, it's what all the hipsters are riding ;) But in all honesty, they are good bikes, and if you agree with their 'philosophy' on...
Forum: Commuting
05-19-09, 08:39 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,413
Posted By FlatlanderIA

I also live in Omaha and commute from Midtown to...

I also live in Omaha and commute from Midtown to Downtown daily. Where do you work that they match your bike cost?? That's awesome!

Internal hubs are fine, but at least on my commute, I like...
Forum: Road Bike Marketplace
09-25-08, 08:21 AM
Replies: 3,426
Views: 459,881
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Carbon Bars Handlebars, Have 44cm, need 42cm

I've got a nice set of FSA carbon bars in 44 cm. I removed the front decals and they have a small scuff on one end from tiping over. Nothing noticable. Looking for a similar carbon bar in...
Forum: Commuting
06-27-08, 08:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,670
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Thanks for your input everyone, I ordered the...

Thanks for your input everyone, I ordered the black roller classics with a tubus rack. See you on the commute!!
Forum: Commuting
06-26-08, 01:20 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,670
Posted By FlatlanderIA

nobodyetal, what make/size laptop do you have in...

nobodyetal, what make/size laptop do you have in there?
Forum: Commuting
06-26-08, 10:12 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,670
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Also, is the non-rolltop any less watertight, it...

Also, is the non-rolltop any less watertight, it seems it would be easy to get in and out of... but what's the disadvantage?
Forum: Commuting
06-26-08, 09:52 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,670
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Thanks guys.. I think I'd like something totally...

Thanks guys.. I think I'd like something totally waterproof and I like the design of the Ortlieb roller classics. How inferior do you feel the bungee hook attachment system of the Axioms is of the...
Forum: Commuting
06-24-08, 09:29 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,670
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Experienced roadie, but need commuting tips!

Hey All,

I'm just about to commit to commuting 12 mi each way to work. I'm an experienced road cyclist, but haven't had much experience commuting for work. I've got a Surly crosscheck, fenders,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-08, 07:20 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,190
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Hey Das, I"ve got a "dance like it's 1999"...

Hey Das,

I"ve got a "dance like it's 1999" Ultimate. I took off the 'ultimate' decal on the TT and left on the 'litespeed' on the downtube and I think it looks great. Clean, but still gives...
Forum: Road Bike Marketplace
04-02-08, 05:08 PM
Replies: 3,426
Views: 459,881
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Have a 110mm Thomson X4... great condition ...

Have a 110mm Thomson X4... great condition

Want a 100mm Thonson X4 or X2.. PM me!

Tim
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-08, 07:52 PM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,020,491
Posted By FlatlanderIA

1999 Litespeed Ultimate in MN. Come on Spring!!!...

1999 Litespeed Ultimate in MN. Come on Spring!!!

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3077/2359243699_3462b1cb17.jpg?v=0
http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2362/2359243719_416df8192d.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-08, 07:47 PM
Replies: 336
Views: 34,736
Posted By FlatlanderIA

My 1999 Litespeed Ultimate out last week for a...

My 1999 Litespeed Ultimate out last week for a ride in MN. Come on Spring!!!


http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2362/2359243719_416df8192d.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-08, 09:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,394
Posted By FlatlanderIA

yeah, that does look great on your bike! Matches...

yeah, that does look great on your bike! Matches the CK headset and DA brakes well. Love the Merlin.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-08, 10:23 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,394
Posted By FlatlanderIA

^^^^

Yeah Right, If Only I Could Afford One Of The Eriksens!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-08, 09:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,394
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Silver Thomson To Match Ti Frame?

Hey All,

Going To Be Upgrading The Seatpost And Wanted To Go With A Thomson. The Bike Is A Litespeed Ultimate (1999) With A Carbon Ritchey Stem. Anyone Have A Photo Of A Ti Bike With A Silver...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-19-08, 10:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,422
Posted By FlatlanderIA

thanks for your comments everyone. i talked to...

thanks for your comments everyone. i talked to reynolds on the phone about this and here's what they said:

they recommended I use their 1'' top cap expander, and put a 1'' spacer (even if it's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-08, 07:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,422
Posted By FlatlanderIA

yeah, it's a 1-1/8'' stem that is shimmed. but...

yeah, it's a 1-1/8'' stem that is shimmed. but do you know what i mean, that if i were to buy a 1'' stem cap (which i assume comes with a 1'' compression plug kit) it won't fill the stem 1-1/8''...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-08, 06:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,422
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Compression Plug for 1'' Carbon Steerer

Hello!

Maybe you guys can help me. I purchased a used Ouzo Pro 1'' fork. It can with an expander plug (with o-ring), a cylinder wedge piece, and a bolt. However, I think it is incomplete...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-08, 09:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 562
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Thanks very much you guys

Thanks very much you guys
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-08, 08:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 562
Posted By FlatlanderIA

1'' vs 1 1/8'' headtubes

Hey All...

Recently I purchased a 1999 Litespeed Ultimate and have just gotten into roadbiking this last summer. I have been curious as to why bike companies switched to the oversize headtubes. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-07, 09:40 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,407,776
Posted By FlatlanderIA

DasProfezzional, Nice! How do you like the...

DasProfezzional,

Nice! How do you like the new ouzo pro fork? I was thinking about replacing my older LOOK fork with a new ouzo pro, but not sure if it would gain me anything. Plus, it's damn...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-04-07, 10:37 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,407,776
Posted By FlatlanderIA

1999 Litespeed Ultimate! ...

1999 Litespeed Ultimate!

http://img261.imageshack.us/img261/6392/img2863bo8.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-07, 10:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 453
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Carbon seatpost or Al?

Hey All...

Just picked up a 1998 Litespeed Ultimate and am loving it! I can't believe the difference in 'feel' of this bike on the little road bumps, handing, etc. I am trying to decide if I...
Forum: Road Bike Marketplace
09-18-07, 08:49 AM
Replies: 3,426
Views: 459,881
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Wanted: 1'' Steerer Tube Carbon Fork. ...

Wanted:

1'' Steerer Tube Carbon Fork. Reynolds, Easton, Alpha Q? Anything With A Carbon Tube And In Good Shape. Cheers!

Tim
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-07, 12:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,381
Posted By FlatlanderIA

I lived in Hana for 6 months a few years ago... ...

I lived in Hana for 6 months a few years ago... The ride up and down Haleakala is great. Just watch for crazy drivers with their rental cars and tight sightseeing schedules. The road to Hana is a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-07, 09:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 390
Posted By FlatlanderIA

yeah. i knew i'd get some **** for this. you...

yeah. i knew i'd get some **** for this. you see, i'm going for all black so i can employ myself as a bike ninja. i'd argue the art of surprise is functional. now i'm just trying to figure out...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-07, 08:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 390
Posted By FlatlanderIA

Shiny black chainrings?

Hey all..

Looking for a shiny black outer chainring for my dura ace cranks. I've seen some matte black ones. Maybe i'm going a bit crazy.. but i think a shiny black one would match all my other...
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