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11-04-12, 02:01 PM
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Any recommendation on a good strong long/mid reach brake caliper?
11-07-12, 10:44 AM
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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.
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.
11-07-12, 10:53 AM
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Hey scrod, always wanted to ask, what are some of your favorite hardcore bands?
11-07-12, 11:08 AM
#6029
Your cog is slipping.
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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.
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.
11-07-12, 03:40 PM
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hey scrod do you think this is correct?
11-07-12, 07:29 PM
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Still kicking.
Am I becoming a retro grouch?
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11-08-12, 07:56 PM
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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!
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!
11-08-12, 09:51 PM
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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?
Edit: Nvm, I remembered there was such thing as google. 13, 15, and 17mm?
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11-08-12, 09:51 PM
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Still kicking.
Sealed or loose ball?
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11-08-12, 09:59 PM
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Your cog is slipping.
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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!
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!
11-08-12, 10:00 PM
#6039
Your cog is slipping.
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Keep an eye on eBay. I've seen a few used sets go for pretty low prices.
11-08-12, 10:07 PM
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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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11-08-12, 10:39 PM
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Scrod, do powergrips work well with GR9s, or is it not an effective setup?
11-08-12, 10:44 PM
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Hows the weather in mass?
11-08-12, 11:25 PM
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11-08-12, 11:28 PM
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11-09-12, 10:41 PM
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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 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.
11-10-12, 09:20 AM
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Your cog is slipping.
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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.
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.
11-10-12, 12:32 PM
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Can you leave a pair of pants at work? I leave a pair of jeans at work to change into. Whatever I wore to work, usually knickers, needs to air out and dry for a while. Usually has a bit of funk on it too.