Fork/Steer Tube Size for Masi Uno
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Why don't you get curved-blade lugged track fork | Retrogression . They come in both chrome and black, and are only $72. It's a curved fork that you like with a nice lugged crown. Most carbon forks are straight legged and the Alpina F04 that Scrod likes is not drilled for a front brake caliper.
Comes in black or chrome too. Either would be perfect for his bike.
Carbon forks + upright bars = clash IMO.
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Your cog is slipping.
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I really do like that curved fork at Retrogression, though. And The Alpina 04 is nice, but I didn't realize until later that it wasn't drilled for a front brake. I really want a front brake as I ride SS some and also, the place where I live (Sumter, SC) has zero bike culture and I don't trust the drivers around here as far as I can throw them so I like having a brake on my bike in case some idiot decides to pull out in front of me or do some other stupid thing.
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What's so hard ? A straight legged carbon fork will look stupid on your bike. Remember, Scrod recommends what he likes, not what you like or need.
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That settles that... The only solution is to get a curved steel fork for my current bike and build a second bike with a straight carbon fork.
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Your cog is slipping.
Half-clips are not a good form of actual foot retention when riding fixed. In fact, they are pretty much useless.
Because I know you're going to argue with me, try pulling up on them as hard as you can and busting a big fat skid while riding fast. You'll see what I mean once you get up off the ground.
Because I know you're going to argue with me, try pulling up on them as hard as you can and busting a big fat skid while riding fast. You'll see what I mean once you get up off the ground.
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Half-clips are not a good form of actual foot retention when riding fixed. In fact, they are pretty much useless.
Because I know you're going to argue with me, try pulling up on them as hard as you can and busting a big fat skid while riding fast. You'll see what I mean once you get up off the ground.
Because I know you're going to argue with me, try pulling up on them as hard as you can and busting a big fat skid while riding fast. You'll see what I mean once you get up off the ground.
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Get a good set of pedals with clips and double straps before the fork. It sounds like the fork is just for looks, whereas good pedals are going to make riding a hell of a lot more fun for you.
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Yeah... I think you're right. I'm looking at some over at Retrogression. Just gotta figure out which clips and straps to get. I had originally planned on some of those fat Velcro straps, but after a little research, I'm thinking about a more traditional clip/strap setup.
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The cheap plastic all city clips work well for me. They don't screw up your shoes like steel ones and when they need to be replaced a set is 10 bucks.
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Yeah... I think you're right. I'm looking at some over at Retrogression. Just gotta figure out which clips and straps to get. I had originally planned on some of those fat Velcro straps, but after a little research, I'm thinking about a more traditional clip/strap setup.
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Oh, so they make pedals in different sizes to fit different size feet ? I learn something new every day.
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I need calipers that will measure an oval cross-section, though.
I should just go back to walking.