The "What don't you like about my bike" thread
03-31-09, 02:59 PM
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04-02-09, 06:37 AM
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04-02-09, 11:59 AM
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just finished putting it together the other day...seat and post are takeoffs from the LBS, ran out of money on this build. not sure about the stem/spacer or even the bars...may flip the stem or pick up some bullhorns.
let me know what you think. first time i've ever built a bike from scratch.
let me know what you think. first time i've ever built a bike from scratch.
04-02-09, 12:03 PM
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just finished putting it together the other day...seat and post are takeoffs from the LBS, ran out of money on this build. not sure about the stem/spacer or even the bars...may flip the stem or pick up some bullhorns.
let me know what you think. first time i've ever built a bike from scratch.
let me know what you think. first time i've ever built a bike from scratch.
However, I don't like Sugino Messengers. They look like playtoys. (I have them too).
I'd go with an all-silver or chrome theme for the components.
Stem angle (though I'm aware that's comfort thing.)
EDIT: Wrap your bars, holmes.
04-02-09, 12:14 PM
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the bar wrap is coming...haven't even had much time to ride the thing yet. after a couple long rides i'll see about flipping the stem and possibly cutting the fork and removing the spacer.
i don't like the messenger chainring either, but it was the cheapest way to get the rd cranks from benscycle. i need a 46t anyway that's a 44, i'll probably sell it in a few weeks.
thanks for the comments.
i don't like the messenger chainring either, but it was the cheapest way to get the rd cranks from benscycle. i need a 46t anyway that's a 44, i'll probably sell it in a few weeks.
thanks for the comments.
04-05-09, 01:08 AM
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here's another angle... including the only thing i own that i love more than my bike
04-05-09, 01:20 AM
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ehh, the turbos aren't the prettiest saddles on the planet, but they are the most comfortable! (to me at least)
04-05-09, 01:24 AM
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i have a pair of sambas, but i dont really like em'. i guess there alright to ride in though.
04-05-09, 01:27 AM
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i made the mistake of wearing them to work and then i stayed for another shift. they're not comfy shoes. riding in them is fine, walking and standing not so much. i just love the design of them.
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04-05-09, 10:42 AM
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04-05-09, 10:59 AM
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*I retract my previous statement* That looks really good. I still do like the horns pretty well, though.
04-05-09, 05:34 PM
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Agree there. Blue, white, brown and gold all fighting each other like a WWF, tag team match.
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04-05-09, 06:25 PM
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yes, yes it is... it was quite a steal at $25 via ebay's buy it now feature.
04-05-09, 07:35 PM
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gold and brown are both extremely warm tones. brown is more red and gold is more yellow, but it's not exactly a contrast... at all. it's boarderline monochromatic.
but i accept and appreciate your thoughts. they are definitely contrasting/conflicting textures and it's not as clean as it was with black... but i will keep it for a while at least.
