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Forum: News & Announcements
09-13-07, 11:53 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 13,085
Posted By trich

I like JRrestore's too... I'd get one of those...

I like JRrestore's too... I'd get one of those for sure...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-05-07, 03:26 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,103
Posted By trich

Why cars suck

I just found this (http://laist.com/2007/09/04/beverly_hills_c.php) on Digg, and it proves yet again why I hate people...


Two weeks ago today, a motorist on Wilshire Boulevard came to an...
Forum: Living Car Free
08-23-07, 03:09 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 5,056
Posted By trich

So, I ride to work from time to time (18 miles...

So, I ride to work from time to time (18 miles one way), and enjoy it very much. However, working in an office environment, I have a hard time keeping my clothes from being wrinkled, and with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-07, 03:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,347
Posted By trich

Support your LBS ;) I'm not sure - my LBS has...

Support your LBS ;) I'm not sure - my LBS has spokes at reasonable prices DT comp straight gauge for $0.50 - most double butted less than $1...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-22-07, 08:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 867
Posted By trich

Very nice bike, Historian. Hopefully I can get up...

Very nice bike, Historian. Hopefully I can get up your way some day for a ride and a chess game! We could do both at the same time, but one or the other may not go so well :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-07, 07:25 AM
Replies: 759
Views: 447,388
Posted By trich

or the "blue wrench...

or the "blue wrench (http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/a/a6/Cutting_torch.jpg/200px-Cutting_torch.jpg)"
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-07, 07:22 AM
Replies: 759
Views: 447,388
Posted By trich

This could also be improperly tensioned spokes on...

This could also be improperly tensioned spokes on the front wheel. For me, it was more of a feeling or vibration coming up through the bike, but there was definitely a noise associated with it, too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-07, 04:26 PM
Replies: 759
Views: 447,388
Posted By trich

When replacing a flat, or just putting a tire...

When replacing a flat, or just putting a tire together, rubbing talc powder in the tire will help prevent pinch flats.

Also, when putting a tire back on the rim, spraying the outside of the rim...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-07, 03:55 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,097
Posted By trich

I am just now finishing up a clinic my local REI...

I am just now finishing up a clinic my local REI is putting on. We did a night of "theory" and selecting the components we wanted to build a wheel out of. Then, we did a day to go over more theory...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-17-07, 11:42 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,323
Posted By trich

Lemond Tourmalet Marin Kentfield (winter bike) ...

Lemond Tourmalet
Marin Kentfield (winter bike)
Windsor "The Hour" (fixed gear)

Still need a mtn bike, but I don't ride off-road enough right now to justify it.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-15-07, 12:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 556
Posted By trich

That Sheldon Brown link was very useful - thanks...

That Sheldon Brown link was very useful - thanks for passing it along... Now, if I can call and adjust my order in time... :)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-07, 04:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 556
Posted By trich

The reason I went with straight gauge is because...

The reason I went with straight gauge is because they are stronger. Since I'm bigger, stronger = better, no?

Have you had bad results with the Alex rims? I've heard lots of good things about them,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-07, 04:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 556
Posted By trich

Yeah, I learned that lesson the hard way :)...

Yeah, I learned that lesson the hard way :) Honestly, I don't think there is a bike that can hold up to bike polo, so I'll probably just find a "whatever's cheapest" special to use.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-07, 02:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 556
Posted By trich

wheel component suggestions

Hi everyone,
I trashed the wheels on my hybrid bike playing bike polo, so I'm replacing them. Actually, I found out that a bike shop in St. Louis has a wheel building clinic, so I've decided to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-08-07, 03:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,824
Posted By trich

Let me get this straight... people on this board...

Let me get this straight... people on this board like to drink beer? They like to drink beer while riding their bikes? Jeez - what'll they think of next...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-08-07, 03:20 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,492
Posted By trich

Instead of the KHS, I ended up getting a Windsor...

Instead of the KHS, I ended up getting a Windsor "The Hour". What I found is that it is more fun that I imagined. I've only taken it out a few times (15-20 miles at a time, maybe 5 or 6 times now),...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-25-07, 12:53 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,113
Posted By trich

I just got one as well, and I'm loving it. It is...

I just got one as well, and I'm loving it. It is also my first fixed gear bike, so "on the cheap" was the phrase of the day. I ordered the 105 brake from Nashbar (should arrive today) and the Cane...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-25-07, 12:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 632
Posted By trich

We really need more information to help out....

We really need more information to help out. First of all, what are you going to use the bike for? Trail riding, downhill, commuting, roads, etc... If you are planning on doing exclusively road...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-25-07, 12:07 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,933
Posted By trich

It sounds like you work for a pretty good...

It sounds like you work for a pretty good employer. I suggested a wellness program at my office and was laughed at. Do you have any of the guidelines or program details that your company follows?...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-20-07, 01:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 514
Posted By trich

that's good advice, too... thanks!

that's good advice, too... thanks!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-20-07, 01:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 514
Posted By trich

cool - thanks!

cool - thanks!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-20-07, 12:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 888
Posted By trich

Jeez - you guys are weak sauce... I weigh 285 lbs...

Jeez - you guys are weak sauce... I weigh 285 lbs and haven't had a problem with any of my bikes. What are you concerned about breaking under weight? The only thing I worry about/replace are...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-20-07, 12:53 PM
Replies: 287
Views: 13,899
Posted By trich

So, I was out riding a trail in St. Louis and...

So, I was out riding a trail in St. Louis and came across a lady with a flat tire. She didn't have any tools/tubes with her, so we used a friend's patch kit... The patch held for a while, then the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-20-07, 12:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 514
Posted By trich

handlebar diameter?

Hi everyone,
I'm new to the fixed gear scene, and just got a Windsor - The Hour (http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/windsor/thehour.htm). Since it doesn't come with a brake, so I'm going to add...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-07, 10:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,894
Posted By trich

WD-40 is actually WaterDisplacer-40 - and yes,...

WD-40 is actually WaterDisplacer-40 - and yes, they tried 39 other formulas before they found that one. I wouldn't worry about removing the WD-40, since it doesn't "stick" well anyway. If you are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-07, 09:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,847
Posted By trich

Soap is a really good idea... I've never used...

Soap is a really good idea... I've never used either, but I'm going to try it the next time I take a tire off :-)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-07, 09:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 918
Posted By trich

I've never had an experience like that at any...

I've never had an experience like that at any LBS, and it worries me that they continually pushed back your delivery date. When you gave them the bike, did they give you a copy of the work order? If...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-18-07, 12:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 713
Posted By trich

I have a friend that made similar adjustments to...

I have a friend that made similar adjustments to his GT mountain bike and he loves it. The added comfort and road considerations make it a very useful commuter, especially for a larger guy. I think...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-17-07, 12:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 613
Posted By trich

Well, the nice thing is that you will almost...

Well, the nice thing is that you will almost certanly be able to get your money back out of it when/if you decide to sell it. If you want to go with steel, just post that Pilot on CL and it'll be...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-17-07, 12:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,532
Posted By trich

I ride a Lemond Tourmalet (steel) with 24 spoke...

I ride a Lemond Tourmalet (steel) with 24 spoke Rolf Vector wheels without problem, and I weigh 285lbs. I think you can go low spoke count (if you want), as long as you use decent quality wheels.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-16-07, 12:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 519
Posted By trich

Have you tried something as simple as making sure...

Have you tried something as simple as making sure you're getting enough Potassium? I know that when I'm cramping up, eating a banana or two really helps out.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-15-07, 08:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 604
Posted By trich

Actually, I just bought a fixed gear bike off of...

Actually, I just bought a fixed gear bike off of bikesdirect.com - I took the same approach as Kid-Cycle and got a cheapo to see if I liked it. Two of my non-clyde friends ride fixed almost...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-14-07, 12:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,797
Posted By trich

I feel for ya, man... I hurt my back last week,...

I feel for ya, man... I hurt my back last week, didn't really think much of it, and went to play bike polo... wow, that was a bad idea. Now I'm laid up until it gets better; I'd guess about a week. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-14-07, 12:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,399
Posted By trich

wow - well done, Tom... Just as everyone else has...

wow - well done, Tom... Just as everyone else has said, you are inspirational to us all. I was wondering if you had an autobiographical writeup somewhere you could share... Something that outlines...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-13-07, 04:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 489
Posted By trich

It's physics, Jim! Just as in a car (or...

It's physics, Jim! Just as in a car (or motorcycle), the front break does much more work than the rear in stopping you - that's why cars have disks in the front (more efficient) and drums in the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-13-07, 12:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 489
Posted By trich

1. I sit in the middle of the road - drivers be...

1. I sit in the middle of the road - drivers be damned. I'm not sure how it is everywhere, but in Missouri, a bicyclist can ride on the road or on the sidewalk; if you are on the road, you are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-12-07, 10:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 858
Posted By trich

Does it only happen under pressure? What I mean...

Does it only happen under pressure? What I mean is, if you are sitting on the bike, but peadling without much force) does it still clunk? Also, does it happen once per pedal rotation? I remember...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-11-07, 09:18 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 658
Posted By trich

I don't know if the rest of you have noticed, but...

I don't know if the rest of you have noticed, but the more I ride in the heat, the less it bothers me. Before I was active at all, I would hate going from the parking garage into work - I'd be sweaty...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-10-07, 08:23 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,492
Posted By trich

yeah - the bike I'm looking at is a single...

yeah - the bike I'm looking at is a single speed... I'm just not "a big man" I guess, so no fixie for now. I have friends that ride fixies, but I'm not there yet.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-10-07, 04:42 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,492
Posted By trich

Because gears make my life so much easier :-)

Because gears make my life so much easier :-)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-10-07, 04:38 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,492
Posted By trich

Why ride a single speed?

Hello,
I have a friend selling a KHS that he converted to a single speed, but before I do, I'm curious - what is the attraction to single speeds? I ride a geared road bike right now and love it,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-10-07, 04:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 409
Posted By trich

I'm not sure if it's a good fit, but there is a...

I'm not sure if it's a good fit, but there is a local bike club in St. Louis that does a bunch of night rides. They are called the, *ahem* F-ing Bike Club, and their website is...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-10-07, 04:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 663
Posted By trich

There is a trail here in St. Louis that goes...

There is a trail here in St. Louis that goes north along the Mississippi River from downtown for about 14 miles. Inevidably, there is a northerly wind in the 5-10 mile range, allowing for great...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-10-07, 04:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 670
Posted By trich

The advice that everyone gives in the "what...

The advice that everyone gives in the "what should I buy" posts is just as applicable here. I don't think it matters if you buy an X-Mart bike or a $5000 carbon bike - fit is key. Now, I should...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-10-07, 03:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 575
Posted By trich

I'm not sure what it is either; I injured my back...

I'm not sure what it is either; I injured my back while playing bike polo this weekend, and now I'm so bummed that I have to wait to get back on a bike! Part of it for me is the constant, steady...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-06-07, 03:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 520
Posted By trich

Thanks for the quick reply. Do you have any...

Thanks for the quick reply. Do you have any suggestions on frame builders in the mid-west? In particular, near St. Louis, MO?
Forum: Framebuilders
07-06-07, 02:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 520
Posted By trich

repairing a 525 frame

I have an early 2000's Lemond Tourmalet with a Reynolds 525 frame. I bought it used and found out that the rear triangle is misaligned, and I was wondering if it was possible to repair it; two bike...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-06-07, 02:04 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 652
Posted By trich

Are you sure you want a mountain bike and not a...

Are you sure you want a mountain bike and not a trail bike? I've seen a few posts where people have gotten a true mountain bike and then were unhappy with it; the mountain bike is slower and geared...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-06-07, 02:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 361
Posted By trich

Actually, I'll be playing my first ever game of...

Actually, I'll be playing my first ever game of Bike Polo, and probably visiting the hospital shortly thereafter, so I doubt I'll make it. On the off chance I do make it, I'll be on a red Lemond...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-05-07, 09:49 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,219
Posted By trich

$350 and I've been on it less than 100 miles.

$350 and I've been on it less than 100 miles.
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