My new build, Chimo fixed
04-25-12, 09:13 AM
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My new build, Chimo fixed
Well, haven't been on here in about 2 years. Anyway I picked up an 80's Chimo that im rebuilding. I'll update as I go
Ordered these to replace the 27's
Ordered these to replace the 27's
04-25-12, 10:48 PM
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04-27-12, 08:04 PM
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Been a long time since I've heard of "Chimo."
I used to work for the importer.
I used to work for the importer.
05-16-12, 12:25 AM
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Rack looks good, but now the brake is gone. Curious, why did you opt for it in the rear and not front (the brake)?
05-16-12, 07:33 AM
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Youre missing a brake on the front: unless you're riding freewheel with just back brake (not safe) or you're riding fixed with a back brake (pointless)
05-16-12, 09:11 AM
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First off I didn't ask about the brake lol. I was only running the rear temporarily till my front caliper arrives (today). I am WELL aware that the rear only sucks a fat one 
05-16-12, 02:47 PM
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Bike and the rack look good. Nice job.
Foot retention?
Foot retention?
05-16-12, 10:21 PM
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05-16-12, 10:59 PM
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Cool build
You should care about clipless shoes, they are awesome.
You should care about clipless shoes, they are awesome.
05-16-12, 11:09 PM
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really... find a new gif brah
05-16-12, 11:14 PM
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05-19-12, 12:13 AM
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Got some platforms, clips and straps from my lbs today. Supposedly the first sealed bearing road pedal, either way I like them.
Also got the front brake done finally. Bike is pretty much finished for now
Also got the front brake done finally. Bike is pretty much finished for now
05-19-12, 12:26 AM
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That came out really well, man.
05-22-12, 05:05 PM
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I was looking to buy that same wheelset (Amelia from Eighth Inch?). Any complaints?