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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-05-15, 11:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,233
Posted By KShep

Brooks B17 imperial on the Trek 970 and Trek 7.9

Brooks B17 imperial on the Trek 970 and Trek 7.9
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-18-14, 05:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,517
Posted By KShep

Average speed is 16 miles per hour. The...

Average speed is 16 miles per hour.

The hybrid is a modified Trek 7.9 FX. Zipp 404s, DA 7900 drive-train, ControlTech seatpost, Brooks saddle, Chris King headset and some other stuff.
Some...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-03-14, 05:51 AM
Replies: 322
Views: 81,562
Posted By KShep

You got a great deal from the looks of it. ...

You got a great deal from the looks of it.

IMO you don't need to add anything. I would return the stem and seat post to stock.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-27-13, 05:21 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 25,609
Posted By KShep

just in case anyone cares I haven't weighed...

just in case anyone cares

I haven't weighed the 7.9 FX. It is a 20" frame. XTR group only offered 9 speed shifters.....the cassette is 10 speed so had to use XT. The original headset wasn't...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-28-13, 11:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,045
Posted By KShep

B-17 Imperial on the hardtail & hybrid. Check...

B-17 Imperial on the hardtail & hybrid. Check around for a local or online Brooks vendor that offers a "loaner" program.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-24-12, 10:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,913
Posted By KShep

Kuat aluminum hitch mount. ...

Kuat aluminum hitch mount.

http://www.etrailer.com/Hitch-Bike-Racks/Kuat/N101.html
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-24-12, 09:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,032
Posted By KShep

I doubt 17.5" will be a good fit for you. I'm 6'...

I doubt 17.5" will be a good fit for you. I'm 6' and ride a 20" Trek 7.9fx.

Let us know how the test ride on the 20 goes.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-10-12, 05:00 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,951
Posted By KShep

Thanks. I'm ~40 miles inland from SAV.

Thanks. I'm ~40 miles inland from SAV.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-09-12, 10:51 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,951
Posted By KShep

Easton Flatboy MTB/BMX aluminum pedals / 572g...

Easton Flatboy MTB/BMX aluminum pedals / 572g pair

You can find these for about 100 bucks US and if your foot slips off of one you'll spend more money at the hospital getting stitched up. wear...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-24-12, 09:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,802
Posted By KShep

sherilinn got the good price. Since the...

sherilinn got the good price.

Since the 7.9 is no longer in production finding 'new' old stock is going to be difficult now.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-02-11, 10:48 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,802
Posted By KShep

$1500 is a steal.

$1500 is a steal.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-11-11, 08:20 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,887
Posted By KShep

RaceFace with 3-D padded insert or Voler shorts,...

RaceFace with 3-D padded insert or Voler shorts, a Patagonia technical T-shirt, Assos socks, Shimano shoes, padded gloves and some sunglasses.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-25-11, 11:56 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,871,338
Posted By KShep

'Green Flower Street'...I guess they're really...

'Green Flower Street'...I guess they're really yellow tho.

Very nice Scott.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-05-11, 06:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 31,286
Posted By KShep

I love the lugged cromoly frame on my...

I love the lugged cromoly frame on my 970...should be the same frame on the 930. Very smooth ride especially with Big Apple tires. If there's no rust or apparent frame damage it should serve you...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-02-11, 08:21 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 25,609
Posted By KShep

Trek will not sell just the frame and fork.

Trek will not sell just the frame and fork.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-20-11, 07:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,227
Posted By KShep

Congratulations on mastering the 'seach'...

Congratulations on mastering the 'seach' function. :thumb: Glad you were able to tweak your cockpit position. I re-check fore & aft and seat height every so often to make sure they haven't...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-18-11, 07:59 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,871,338
Posted By KShep

My Trek 970 MTB had a quill stem with cable...

My Trek 970 MTB had a quill stem with cable routing like that. It can be tedious to find a replacement quill stem that exactly matches both angle and length of the original.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-05-11, 07:37 AM
Replies: 455
Views: 52,359
Posted By KShep

Spent a week at the beach for vacation. Miles of...

Spent a week at the beach for vacation. Miles of bike trails filled with crusiers and children. I spent most of my time on the beach where it was peaceful.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-05-11, 07:32 AM
Replies: 455
Views: 52,359
Posted By KShep

idiot double post

idiot double post
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-30-11, 05:27 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,871,338
Posted By KShep

How do you like it? The saddle looks great on...

How do you like it? The saddle looks great on your bike. :thumbsup:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-30-11, 05:23 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,871,338
Posted By KShep

Very nice bike. The understated matte black...

Very nice bike. The understated matte black finish is a favorite of mine.

Relocate the chair to the patio and bring the Kona inside. The recycled materials from your security apparatus can be...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-15-11, 11:54 AM
Replies: 468
Views: 47,340
Posted By KShep

:lol: I watched your vid from the other thread. ...

:lol: I watched your vid from the other thread. You move along pretty good pulling that rig....that rig that makes scary noises behind you when you're bobtailing. Just the threat of that thing...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-14-11, 10:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,405
Posted By KShep

If the shell has been damaged will the foam...

If the shell has been damaged will the foam inside still compress to meet design specifications?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-14-11, 06:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,405
Posted By KShep

Mine too....well, sometimes it sports a cap or...

Mine too....well, sometimes it sports a cap or 'halo' to keep the perspiration out of my eyes.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-09-11, 09:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,923
Posted By KShep

Brooks B-17 Imperial

Brooks B-17 Imperial
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-11, 09:14 AM
Replies: 468
Views: 47,340
Posted By KShep

As your velocity increases so does the amount of...

As your velocity increases so does the amount of air you have to push out of the way.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-26-11, 07:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,836
Posted By KShep

This.

This.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-26-11, 06:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,781
Posted By KShep

yeah...just because the tire is skinny and weighs...

yeah...just because the tire is skinny and weighs less does not mean it will increase bike speed in every case.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-26-11, 06:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 839
Posted By KShep

I thought those were aftermarket bars. The 7.9 I...

I thought those were aftermarket bars. The 7.9 I bought this year didn't come with them.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-25-11, 06:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,781
Posted By KShep

Lots of info here: ...

Lots of info here:

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/723676-Rolling-resistance-of-tires-a-thread
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-25-11, 10:24 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,044
Posted By KShep

Thank you. I'll post up some new ones in the...

Thank you.
I'll post up some new ones in the 7.9FX thread...haven't taken any since these ^.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-25-11, 06:34 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,044
Posted By KShep

AFAIK Trek will not sell a bare 7.9FX frame. I...

AFAIK Trek will not sell a bare 7.9FX frame. I tried for over a year to get one.

What is special about the frame to me is that it replaces a 7.7FX frame that did not fit me.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-24-11, 09:20 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,044
Posted By KShep

Mine are the Clydesdale version. The ones shown...

Mine are the Clydesdale version. The ones shown in this link are not.

http://www.chainreactioncycles.com/Models.aspx?ModelID=65772

One thing about the Zipps I am not fond of is the noise the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-24-11, 06:14 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,044
Posted By KShep

Thanks. nah man, I haven't even thought...

Thanks.


nah man, I haven't even thought about weighing it.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-24-11, 06:05 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,044
Posted By KShep

Looks like $6K would cover the cost of the...

Looks like $6K would cover the cost of the upgrades AND the frame. The DA stuff wasn't as higH as I thought since I didn't need brifters.

7.9FX frame \ $1850

Labor to swap components from...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-23-11, 11:35 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 10,044
Posted By KShep

Zipp 404s DA 7900 drivetrain -chain, cranks,...

Zipp 404s
DA 7900 drivetrain -chain, cranks, front & rear derailleur, bb, cassette and pedals (replaced pedals shown in pic)
Chris King threadless headset
Shimano XT brakes and levers
KoolStop...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-19-11, 05:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,689
Posted By KShep

Good idea.

Good idea.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-19-11, 05:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,246
Posted By KShep

This ^ ...or the 7.9FX. However, this...

This ^

...or the 7.9FX. However, this purchase would increase the qmsdc15 pain quotient to unbearable. The 7.9FX can be had for $2600, possibly less.

A 7.7FX for $1750 is a good deal...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-27-11, 07:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,238
Posted By KShep

:lol:

:lol:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-27-11, 05:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,238
Posted By KShep

Very wise to spend the time selecting a bike you...

Very wise to spend the time selecting a bike you are comfortable on. :thumb: Post up some pics in the hybrid picture thread when you can.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-27-11, 05:19 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,871,338
Posted By KShep

Start looking for a sponsor. Your bike looks...

Start looking for a sponsor. Your bike looks wicked with the stem flipped.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-27-11, 05:03 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 25,609
Posted By KShep

No no no. It took many an hour with a...

No no no. It took many an hour with a protractor, micrometer, level and an abacus to dial in the SMP on the road bike. It's staying put right where it is. :lol:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-26-11, 05:15 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 25,609
Posted By KShep

Thanks. I'm fortunate to have them and even more...

Thanks. I'm fortunate to have them and even more fortunate to have enough time to enjoy riding them.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-26-11, 06:15 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 25,609
Posted By KShep

Don't be. You're going to love it. Some...

Don't be. You're going to love it.

Some pics of mine. I rode the 7.9 and the Strong road bike back to back yesterday on an 8 mile loop. The road bike has more precise handling and provides a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-25-11, 10:01 AM
Replies: 162
Views: 11,779
Posted By KShep

Yes, you should have. The crocs probably...

Yes, you should have.

The crocs probably are not much better for your feet than the road shoes. Carry a cell phone and the bottle of bourbon. :lol:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-25-11, 08:53 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,080
Posted By KShep

Great write up. What was the trickiest part of...

Great write up. What was the trickiest part of the build for you?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-24-11, 06:46 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 25,609
Posted By KShep

The 7.9 arrived last week. The LBS swapped over...

The 7.9 arrived last week. The LBS swapped over the components from the zupped up 7.7 and in a nutshell...I echo Talldogs summary. I didn't want to get off the thing.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-11-11, 04:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,326
Posted By KShep

The LBS installed the drivetrain. The mechanic...

The LBS installed the drivetrain. The mechanic didn't mention any funny business.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-10-11, 07:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,326
Posted By KShep

Trek 970 hardtail modifications to Urban Assault

Great riding cromoly lugged frame needed a new drivetrain. The old cranks were past their prime and the quill stem suffered from neglect. There is a small amount of rust on the frame...otherwise...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-07-11, 07:27 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 25,609
Posted By KShep

+1...who makes it?

+1...who makes it?
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