My first non wal-wart bike :)
09-20-07 | 11:32 AM
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From: Spring Hill FL.
Bikes: KHS 2007 Urban-X
My first non wal-wart bike :)
Firstly.. Hello all!
Finnaly broke down and got a non wal-wart bike
And wanted to share with others the love I've found in my 3 day a week commuter.
Haven't had time for proper pic's yet so hope this works for now KHS 2007 Urban-X LINK: https://www.khsbicycles.com/06_urban_x_07.htm
Might not be the most expensive or best looking ..but serves my needs and didnt put me in the poor house
STATS:
Frame
Alloy 7005, TIG welded ForkHi-Tensile unicrown Headset1-1/8" threaded RimsWeinmann Alloy 26" Black w/machined sidewalls HubsFront: Formula alloy, Rear: Shimano Cassette TiresKHS 26x1.5 w/SLIME filled Self Healing tubes Spokes14G Black 36° Front Derailleur Shimano FD-C051 Rear Derailleur Shimano RD-2200 ShiftersShimano Revo Chain KMC Z51 CranksetShimano 48/38/28 w/Chainguard Bottom Bracket VP Cartridge CassetteSRAM PG730-7 12-32, 7 Speed PedalsPVC w/Non-slip Tread SeatpostAlloy micro-adjust SaddleKHS Classic w/Rivets HandlebarAlloy, 20mm Rise StemKHS Alloy Quill, 25D, 4-bolt Grips Dual density grips Brake Levers Alloy BrakesTektro Alloy Linear Pull ColorFlat Skidmark Gray
So what ya'll think of my new wheels?
Finnaly broke down and got a non wal-wart bike
And wanted to share with others the love I've found in my 3 day a week commuter.Haven't had time for proper pic's yet so hope this works for now KHS 2007 Urban-X LINK: https://www.khsbicycles.com/06_urban_x_07.htm
Might not be the most expensive or best looking ..but serves my needs and didnt put me in the poor house
STATS:
Frame
Alloy 7005, TIG welded ForkHi-Tensile unicrown Headset1-1/8" threaded RimsWeinmann Alloy 26" Black w/machined sidewalls HubsFront: Formula alloy, Rear: Shimano Cassette TiresKHS 26x1.5 w/SLIME filled Self Healing tubes Spokes14G Black 36° Front Derailleur Shimano FD-C051 Rear Derailleur Shimano RD-2200 ShiftersShimano Revo Chain KMC Z51 CranksetShimano 48/38/28 w/Chainguard Bottom Bracket VP Cartridge CassetteSRAM PG730-7 12-32, 7 Speed PedalsPVC w/Non-slip Tread SeatpostAlloy micro-adjust SaddleKHS Classic w/Rivets HandlebarAlloy, 20mm Rise StemKHS Alloy Quill, 25D, 4-bolt Grips Dual density grips Brake Levers Alloy BrakesTektro Alloy Linear Pull ColorFlat Skidmark Gray
So what ya'll think of my new wheels?
Last edited by Mr,snailpace; 09-20-07 at 11:06 PM. Reason: Add stats
09-20-07 | 11:46 AM
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Nice looking ride! I haven't seen a KHS in several years. Looks like they are leading the market in affordable, ridable bikes for real world riding. Did you happen to price out the Green model?(no MSRP listed) BTW now get to work and personalize that thing
Aaron
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Webshots is bailing out, if you find any of my posts with corrupt picture files and want to see them corrected please let me know. :(
ISO: A late 1980's Giant Iguana MTB frameset (or complete bike) 23" Red with yellow graphics.
"Cycling should be a way of life, not a hobby.
RIDE, YOU FOOL, RIDE!"_Nicodemus
"Steel: nearly a thousand years of metallurgical development
Aluminum: barely a hundred
Which one would you rather have under your butt at 30mph?"_krazygluon
09-20-07 | 11:55 AM
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Bikes: 2005 Dahon Speed TR, 2006 Dahon Mu SL, 2000 GT XiZang, 1999ish Rock Lobster, 2007 Dean Animas CTI
Firstly.. Hello all!
Finnaly broke down and got a non wal-wart bike And wanted to share with others the love I've found in my 3 day a week commuter.
Haven't had time for proper pic's yet so hope this works for now KHS 2007 Urban-X LINK: https://www.khsbicycles.com/06_urban_x_07.htm
Might not be the most expensive or best looking ..but serves my needs and didnt put me in the poor house
So what ya'll think of my new wheels?
Finnaly broke down and got a non wal-wart bike
And wanted to share with others the love I've found in my 3 day a week commuter.Haven't had time for proper pic's yet so hope this works for now KHS 2007 Urban-X LINK: https://www.khsbicycles.com/06_urban_x_07.htm
Might not be the most expensive or best looking ..but serves my needs and didnt put me in the poor house
So what ya'll think of my new wheels?
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09-20-07 | 11:56 AM
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From: Marfan Syndrome-Clyde-DFW, TX
Bikes: Fuji Touring Xtracycle, Merlin Road, Bacchetta Giro 26 (Sold), Challenge Hurricane, Cruzbike Sofrider
That is a pretty sweat ride for commuting. Chainguard, Fenders (you might need a mud flap for that front one though), good gearing, looks like a sturdy rack and some good wheels.
They gotta work on their naming of colors though.
Flat Skidmark Gray
The color and the big tubes make it look nice and tough but that name
They gotta work on their naming of colors though.
Flat Skidmark Gray
The color and the big tubes make it look nice and tough but that name
09-20-07 | 11:57 AM
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Bikes: Surly crosscheck ssfg, Custom vintage french racing bike, Bruce Gordon Rock & Road
That looks like an awesome first commuter that is a non-walmart bike.
How is the ride? I don't care how much a bike cost or where you buy it, as long as you like the feel of the ride, that is what is important.
How is the ride? I don't care how much a bike cost or where you buy it, as long as you like the feel of the ride, that is what is important.
09-20-07 | 01:02 PM
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Bikes: Commuters: Fuji Delray road, Fuji Discovery mtb...Touring: Softride Traveler...Road: C-dale SR300
Nice! Great price, too. Good, wide gear ratios. Should last you quite a few years. If I may suggest when you purchase a new pump get a Topeak Road or Mountain Morph w/guage. They're around 35.00, but worth every last penny! Slime-filled tubes is a thoughtful touch, too. Have fun personalizing your new ride.
09-20-07 | 02:16 PM
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From: Spring Hill FL.
Bikes: KHS 2007 Urban-X
whoonc :My LBS carrys KHS and made me an offer I couldent refuse. And Aaron I have started to personalize it..give me a lil-bit I'll take the Garage Door Pics ASAP
Thanks Dal I thought it was fitting.
evblazer :yes front flap would be wonderful..and the skidmark gray..looks like gun metal gray to me so no complants from me there.
Zoltani : I'd ride 4-5 miles on wal-wart bike and it would kill me..I can ride 30+ on this bike and still be ready for another 30
nash : Thats the fun part ..the add on's no...
I've not much to compare it to but wal-warts ..but its a Dang sweet ride..the brooks like saddle absorbes most road anomanlies.
I'd never buy another wal-wart after rideing this bike!!!
Thanks
Dal I thought it was fitting.evblazer :yes front flap would be wonderful..and the skidmark gray..looks like gun metal gray to me so no complants from me there.
Zoltani : I'd ride 4-5 miles on wal-wart bike and it would kill me..I can ride 30+ on this bike and still be ready for another 30
nash : Thats the fun part ..the add on's no...
I've not much to compare it to but wal-warts ..but its a Dang sweet ride..the brooks like saddle absorbes most road anomanlies.
I'd never buy another wal-wart after rideing this bike!!!
09-20-07 | 09:04 PM
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Bikes: '08 Surly Steamroller, '07 Surly Cross Check
That's a great bike. My favorite LBS sells a lot of KHS bikes and that one caught my eye when I first saw it. Looks like a sweet commuting rig. Congrats!
09-24-07 | 10:47 AM
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From: Spring Hill FL.
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Ok lets see if this works on first try
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Last edited by Mr,snailpace; 09-24-07 at 10:55 AM. Reason: 4th try on pic LoL
