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Forum: Mountain Biking
03-25-10, 12:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 478
Posted By Chieftan

Stimulating the economy!

Well, I popped into the bike shop to test ride the StumpJumper. When I returned from my ride, the shop was crawling with alot of serious looking guys in suits, positioned here and there about the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-23-10, 10:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 478
Posted By Chieftan

New bike purchase dilema

Hi all,
I'm looking for a little guidance on a new bike purchase. I understand that my choices are kind of all over the place. The kind of riding I do is mostly light XC with a little...
Forum: Northern California
10-20-09, 02:08 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,734
Posted By Chieftan

I've never had any problems, but I don't think...

I've never had any problems, but I don't think I'd ride through those areas at night. Just be alert, be wary and don't act like a victim. If you get the sense that you're riding into trouble, turn...
Forum: Living Car Free
05-17-09, 03:55 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 9,296
Posted By Chieftan

So if you consider them overweight or ugly, they...

So if you consider them overweight or ugly, they shouldn't breed? Oh yeah. you're going to be popular. :thumb:
Forum: Living Car Free
05-16-09, 01:52 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 9,296
Posted By Chieftan

Where do these anti-kid people come from?? They...

Where do these anti-kid people come from?? They see the word "child", "kid" or some other variation and automatically jump to the conlcusion that people want them to breed. I say, don't flatter...
Forum: Living Car Free
05-16-09, 01:49 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 9,296
Posted By Chieftan

Hello??? People have been raising kids since the...

Hello??? People have been raising kids since the dawn of time! I would qualify that as normal, wouldn't you? Had you actually, read my comments, I clearly implied that kids were an option, not a...
Forum: Living Car Free
05-15-09, 05:35 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 9,296
Posted By Chieftan

Reading comprehension doesn't seem to be your...

Reading comprehension doesn't seem to be your strong suit. Read it again and tell me where I tried to force my ideals on anyone. :rolleyes:
Forum: Northern California
05-15-09, 05:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 863
Posted By Chieftan

Great site! Thanks for putting it together. ...

Great site! Thanks for putting it together.

Tom
Forum: Northern California
05-15-09, 02:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 863
Posted By Chieftan

Any suggestions for something not too technical?...

Any suggestions for something not too technical? I'm more of a roadie and am still getting the hang of Mt. Biking.

Tom
Forum: Living Car Free
05-14-09, 02:16 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 9,296
Posted By Chieftan

Horrify? Sorry, but my views are not as extreme...

Horrify? Sorry, but my views are not as extreme as you would like to portray them. I happen to really like the Touring forum.
Forum: Commuting
05-14-09, 01:19 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,197
Posted By Chieftan

Shampoo works wonders on all of my helmets,...

Shampoo works wonders on all of my helmets, motorcycle and bicycle.
Forum: Living Car Free
05-14-09, 01:12 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 9,296
Posted By Chieftan

Actually, I visit the Road forum, but I'm not one...

Actually, I visit the Road forum, but I'm not one of the road "crowd." I'm more of a love-everything-on-two-wheels, Northern California, agnostic, parent, middle-aged, blue/white-collar, judgemental...
Forum: Northern California
05-14-09, 01:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 863
Posted By Chieftan

I always start from within the park, at Granite...

I always start from within the park, at Granite Beach...but I have a year pass and don't pay each day. If you're looking for a slow, fat, old'guy riding partner, I'm your guy! If you're not, I'd find...
Forum: Northern California
05-14-09, 01:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 863
Posted By Chieftan

I admit it...I'm an over-washer!! :cry: You...

I admit it...I'm an over-washer!! :cry: You wouldn't know it by looking at my Jeep though. The bikes and motorcycle are always sparkling in the sunlight while the Jeep disappears beneath a blanket of...
Forum: Northern California
05-13-09, 11:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 863
Posted By Chieftan

Why can't I fix the spelling in the title of this...

Why can't I fix the spelling in the title of this thread?? :(
Forum: Northern California
05-13-09, 02:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 863
Posted By Chieftan

A leisurely roll around Granite Bay

I was out sick today, but someone :innocent: managed to take my Mt. Bike out for an easy 12 miles around the trails in Granite Bay. I love this area...

Tom

Here's a few pics...
Forum: Living Car Free
05-08-09, 05:35 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 9,296
Posted By Chieftan

Actually, I think you should read it again. It's...

Actually, I think you should read it again. It's half of the title and not at all what the thread is about. You've just tried to make this thread all about money, stuff and kids.





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Forum: Living Car Free
05-08-09, 05:16 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 9,296
Posted By Chieftan

I'm done talking about assets with you. That...

I'm done talking about assets with you. That seems to be a passion for you and keeps getting dragged back into every reply.

Regarding Mother Teresa and Gandhi...I get what point you're trying to...
Forum: Living Car Free
05-08-09, 04:38 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 9,296
Posted By Chieftan

Partially, you're correct. I am making an...

Partially, you're correct. I am making an assumption that when one does not work and lives a transient lifestyle, that they are indeed not contributing anything and will eventually need help. The...
Forum: Living Car Free
05-08-09, 04:04 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 9,296
Posted By Chieftan

Wow! How do you people miss such an obvious...

Wow! How do you people miss such an obvious point? Nobody said to go forth and procreate. Nobody said you're bad if you don't. I said, "More often than not, you just try to work hard, help those that...
Forum: Living Car Free
05-08-09, 09:50 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 9,296
Posted By Chieftan

[QUOTE=UGASkiDawg;8879639]Machka I don't believe...

[QUOTE=UGASkiDawg;8879639]Machka I don't believe Chieftan was talking at all about material goods. He was talking about living for something bigger than oneself. <snip> QUOTE]

Exactly. Thanks...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-09, 01:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 938
Posted By Chieftan

Tucked or untucked?

Tucked or untucked?
Forum: Living Car Free
05-08-09, 01:03 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 9,296
Posted By Chieftan

With all due respect,...we may have come into...

With all due respect,...we may have come into this world with nothing, but we certainly shouldn't be leaving with nothing. We should have built a lifetime of experiences and friendships, and through...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-09, 02:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 672
Posted By Chieftan

Straight line speed doesn't count on a...

Straight line speed doesn't count on a motorcycle,...but I'd beat you anyway. :p I like two wheels, ABS brakes, trunk space and 0-100 in 7.92 seconds. Mount it all up on a stellar chassis, 100+...
Forum: Northern California
05-05-09, 01:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 743
Posted By Chieftan

According to the Tour coordinator, there was no...

According to the Tour coordinator, there was no kidnapping. It's just a rumor about a situation that was blown way out of proportion.

Tom
Forum: Northern California
05-05-09, 02:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 743
Posted By Chieftan

I'll ask my buddy, the photographer dude, and...

I'll ask my buddy, the photographer dude, and Mark Orgeron about it tomorrow. Hopefully, it's just a rumor.
Forum: Northern California
05-04-09, 04:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 743
Posted By Chieftan

So, is there any truth to that attempted...

So, is there any truth to that attempted kidnapping? With so many riders out, it seems unlikely....but ya never know.
Forum: Northern California
05-04-09, 11:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 616
Posted By Chieftan

The product manual is linked on that Harbor...

The product manual is linked on that Harbor Freight product page. In the manual, there is a somewhat decent pic of a bike mounted up. As the others have said, it looks like it supports the bike by...
Forum: Northern California
05-04-09, 01:47 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 743
Posted By Chieftan

There were alot of lost and wet people on that...

There were alot of lost and wet people on that ride. At the first rest stop, I heard rumors of some folks winding up in Wheatland. With the rain, things got pretty slick. I got a little too friendly...
Forum: Northern California
04-06-09, 01:21 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,305
Posted By Chieftan

Pete, I'm a newb to this forum and a definitely...

Pete, I'm a newb to this forum and a definitely not capable of the miles you can do on a bike. So, take this with a grain of salt. I think cycling is such an integral part of your identity that you...
Forum: Northern California
04-06-09, 01:12 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,305
Posted By Chieftan

Ummm, read the reply below. I'm clearly internet...

Ummm, read the reply below. I'm clearly internet challenged. :)
Forum: Northern California
12-08-08, 01:53 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,978
Posted By Chieftan

You've got to be kidding me...broad daylight at...

You've got to be kidding me...broad daylight at Nimbus Hatchery?? Wow!!
Forum: Northern California
12-06-08, 02:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,116
Posted By Chieftan

I'm still trying to get my son off the bigwheel...

I'm still trying to get my son off the bigwheel an onto a 2 wheeler. :) Very cute kids, by the way.
Forum: Northern California
12-06-08, 02:22 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,790
Posted By Chieftan

Did you bolt your jig together instead of...

Did you bolt your jig together instead of welding? I'm hoping the answer is yes, as I haven't welded in 22 years. :)
Forum: Northern California
12-04-08, 01:32 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,116
Posted By Chieftan

Great input folks! :) It looks like I've...

Great input folks! :)

It looks like I've been too lazy or stupid to see the answer staring me right in the face. Get out of bed earlier on the weekends! I could sneak in 3 or 4 hours of riding...
Forum: Northern California
12-04-08, 01:26 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,790
Posted By Chieftan

How hard is it to keep everything aligned while...

How hard is it to keep everything aligned while you're brazing the pieces together? Or are the lugs snug enough that there's not enough movement to worry about? Nova Cycles is just a couple of blocks...
Forum: Northern California
12-03-08, 03:41 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,116
Posted By Chieftan

Looking for the secret formula to riding vs. Family time

Greetings all!

After a 10 year break, I started cycling again about a 1.5 years ago. I'm 40(I know it's true, but I still think I'm 21), fat (I like donuts), diabetic, with high blood pressure and...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-24-08, 02:59 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,886
Posted By Chieftan

Am I the only one wondering why you just watched...

Am I the only one wondering why you just watched this woman and didn't offer to help her out??

I just did a leasurely 20 mile ride, then towed the kid to the local park for a toddler chaos with...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-08, 01:11 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,851
Posted By Chieftan

Over ice?? I'm afraid you've just lost all...

Over ice?? I'm afraid you've just lost all credibility and respect. The only thing suitable for a single malt whiskey is a very small amount of tepid water. :notamused:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-08, 12:13 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,638
Posted By Chieftan

3M Adhesive remover is the best stuff out there....

3M Adhesive remover is the best stuff out there. Just make sure to use it in a well ventilated area.My local Home Depot almost always has it in stock.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-08, 01:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,202
Posted By Chieftan

I think you're getting too much of the lever...

I think you're getting too much of the lever under the tire, if that makes sense. Wet the bead of the tire a little and make sure it's pushed up as close to the rim as possible. Then move the lever...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-08, 12:54 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 15,254
Posted By Chieftan

A piece of Duck Tape works...just keep blotting...

A piece of Duck Tape works...just keep blotting the stick residue. If you don't mind the fumes, 3M Adhesive Remover(Home Depot carries it) will take that stuff off in seconds with little effort. Of...
Forum: Northern California
11-08-07, 02:51 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,870
Posted By Chieftan

Do what a lot of us have done...Give up on the...

Do what a lot of us have done...Give up on the bay area and move to the Sacramento area. The houses are still quite reasonable, by California standards. This area is also home to many call centers....
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-07, 02:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,729
Posted By Chieftan

Ok, it's late...but I ran out and grabbed a...

Ok, it's late...but I ran out and grabbed a crappy shot anyway. It also seems that I was a wee bit off on the price. It's still cheap, but not as cheap as my fantasy... $190 for the frame and $50 for...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-07, 02:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,729
Posted By Chieftan

I'm pretty sure I still have the receipt...

I'm pretty sure I still have the receipt too,..somewhere. So maybe I can get you a part number or something.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-07, 02:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,729
Posted By Chieftan

No, but I can take one tomorrow and post it up. I...

No, but I can take one tomorrow and post it up. I basically robbed my old Fuji Roubaix of all it's 105 components, Ritchie Handlebars, stem and wheels. Then added some cane creek brakes, el cheapo...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-23-07, 03:00 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,729
Posted By Chieftan

I just walked into the store and asked one of the...

I just walked into the store and asked one of the folks in the bike area about it. He looked it up online and placed the order. I had the frame 2 weeks later.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-07, 01:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,729
Posted By Chieftan

I was set on either a Surly or Soma until I found...

I was set on either a Surly or Soma until I found out that REI keeps a stock of Randonee frames for warranty claims. It was extremely cheap(About $150, as I recall.) and works wonderfully as my...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-07, 01:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 552
Posted By Chieftan

I've had excellent experiences at Mike's...

I've had excellent experiences at Mike's Bikes(Downtown Sac) and Bicycles Plus in Folsom.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-07, 05:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,725
Posted By Chieftan

I'm running an FSA carbon post on my LiteSpeed......

I'm running an FSA carbon post on my LiteSpeed... Don't tell me it's going to bite me in the end(Pun intended!). :p
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