Any recommendation on a good strong long/mid reach brake caliper?
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Hey Scrod,
I am looking at either getting the Cinelli Vai Palm or the Hood-rat bar from you, They seem to be similar bars with the Hood-rat having less drop and a tad more reach. I just want to switch to a more compact bar than what I have right now that has a drop of 140 and reach of 120. I like the price of the Hood-Rats but wanna know if the Cinelli is a better option quality/comfort wise. Thanks for your help. |
Hey scrod, always wanted to ask, what are some of your favorite hardcore bands?
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Originally Posted by jpsawyer
(Post 14923808)
Hey Scrod,
I am looking at either getting the Cinelli Vai Palm or the Hood-rat bar from you, They seem to be similar bars with the Hood-rat having less drop and a tad more reach. I just want to switch to a more compact bar than what I have right now that has a drop of 140 and reach of 120. I like the price of the Hood-Rats but wanna know if the Cinelli is a better option quality/comfort wise. Thanks for your help. |
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Originally Posted by Xgecko
(Post 14925026)
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Am I becoming a retro grouch?
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Maybe. I know I am.
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Hey Scrod, first post so go easy... I'm about to start building up my first fixed gear for commuting and getting fit. I used to do a lot of Downhill MTBing so although I know a bit about bikes generally there's also a lot that's new for me with these bikes.
I weigh about 195lbs (give or take 5lbs on any given day) and was wondering how many spokes I should be getting for a custom wheelset? I won't be putting out any serious power but I also want a wheelset that'll last for a long time. Cheers! |
What are the normal sizes for cone wrenches? I need a set for my hubs, but I dont know what sizes to get.
Edit: Nvm, I remembered there was such thing as google. 13, 15, and 17mm? |
Sealed or loose ball?
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Originally Posted by Dannihilator
(Post 14929993)
Sealed or loose ball?
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Originally Posted by blondieyo
(Post 14929595)
Hey Scrod, first post so go easy... I'm about to start building up my first fixed gear for commuting and getting fit. I used to do a lot of Downhill MTBing so although I know a bit about bikes generally there's also a lot that's new for me with these bikes.
I weigh about 195lbs (give or take 5lbs on any given day) and was wondering how many spokes I should be getting for a custom wheelset? I won't be putting out any serious power but I also want a wheelset that'll last for a long time. Cheers! |
Originally Posted by Muffin Man
(Post 14929989)
What are the normal sizes for cone wrenches? I need a set for my hubs, but I dont know what sizes to get.
Edit: Nvm, I remembered there was such thing as google. 13, 15, and 17mm? Keep an eye on eBay. I've seen a few used sets go for pretty low prices. |
I was just gonna get them from amazon prime. its 26 bucks for the 3 if I get park tools, 19 if I get some other brand thats still prime eligible.
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Oh, right on. That's a decent deal.
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Scrod, do powergrips work well with GR9s, or is it not an effective setup?
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Hows the weather in mass?
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Originally Posted by Training.Wheels
(Post 14930108)
Scrod, do powergrips work well with GR9s, or is it not an effective setup?
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Originally Posted by IvyCap
(Post 14930127)
Hows the weather in mass?
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Originally Posted by Scrodzilla
(Post 14930012)
Keep it easy - 32h front and rear laced either 2X or 3X will be bomb proof even if you choose a lightweight rim.
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Originally Posted by Scrodzilla
(Post 14930178)
Don't do it.
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Winter riding:
- I have tights. Comfortable to ride in. I always run kind of hot so they keep me warm enough unless we get hit by some crazy arctic ****. They're not exactly great casual wear for work. - I have jeans. I ****ing hate riding in jeans. Recommend pants that i can ride in comfortably and I can wear all day at work, etc. I know i can just ride in tights, carry jeans in bag, change at work. Just trying to skip a step or two. |
I'm bad at cold weather gear. It seems I'm always overdressed because I hate being cold, then I end up being a sweaty pig.
Lately I've found that wearing a pair of thermal leg warmers beneath my regular pants (which are typically Dickies or Red Kaps) does the trick because they are easy to put on/remove without needing to change. |
Originally Posted by NateRod
(Post 14933738)
Recommend pants that i can ride in comfortably and I can wear all day at work, etc.
I know i can just ride in tights, carry jeans in bag, change at work. Just trying to skip a step or two. |
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