Commuter Bicycle Pics
11-02-08 | 08:30 PM
#3851
Bicycle Repair Man !!!
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 27,266
Likes: 150
From: YEG
Bikes: See my sig...
My old Trek 7500 has gotten a few upgrades in the way of new wheels... the front is a 40 spoke Sansin tandem hub laced to a Mavic MA 40 and the rear is a Deore disc hub laced to a 32 spoke Mavic MA40.
My perfect bike just got more perfect...
I love this hub / wheel... it is one of the smoothest hubs I have ever handled.
My perfect bike just got more perfect...
I love this hub / wheel... it is one of the smoothest hubs I have ever handled.
11-02-08 | 08:48 PM
#3853
beatz down lo|seatz up hi
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 1,062
Likes: 0
From: Missouri, USA
Bikes: A 2007 Trek 4300. 22.5", 1981 Trek 610 24" (61cm)
Here's a new picture of my recently upgraded Marin Muirwoods 29er:
The list of accessories and upgrades to date:
SKS fenders
Delta Universal rack
Cateye EL-530 headlight
Planet Bike Superflash taillight
Trek Incite 11i computer
Crank Brothers Egg Beater pedals
Nashbar 400mm seat post (what kind of MTB comes with a 300mm seat post???)
Tiagra rear derailleur (needed the Deore to go to wider gearing on my Kona Jake)
Profile Design Boxer bar ends
Lizard Skins bar end grips
Specialized Avatar saddle
Avid BB7 mechanical disc brakes (from the stock BB5s)
Avid Speed Dial SL brake levers
See my separate thread on the latest upgrades for more pics.
The list of accessories and upgrades to date:
SKS fenders
Delta Universal rack
Cateye EL-530 headlight
Planet Bike Superflash taillight
Trek Incite 11i computer
Crank Brothers Egg Beater pedals
Nashbar 400mm seat post (what kind of MTB comes with a 300mm seat post???)
Tiagra rear derailleur (needed the Deore to go to wider gearing on my Kona Jake)
Profile Design Boxer bar ends
Lizard Skins bar end grips
Specialized Avatar saddle
Avid BB7 mechanical disc brakes (from the stock BB5s)
Avid Speed Dial SL brake levers
See my separate thread on the latest upgrades for more pics.
11-02-08 | 08:53 PM
#3854
Bicycle Repair Man !!!
Joined: Sep 2007
Posts: 27,266
Likes: 150
From: YEG
Bikes: See my sig...
It's a tandem wheel...
The deal I got on the wheel was irresistable... I got it for less than the price of the spokes and it is lighter, smoother, and a better ride than my old front wheel / hub.
Sansin sealed hubs are also excellent.
When I mount up a front rack and paniers the wheel will actually be just right for the job.
The deal I got on the wheel was irresistable... I got it for less than the price of the spokes and it is lighter, smoother, and a better ride than my old front wheel / hub.
Sansin sealed hubs are also excellent.
When I mount up a front rack and paniers the wheel will actually be just right for the job.
11-02-08 | 08:57 PM
#3855
beatz down lo|seatz up hi
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 1,062
Likes: 0
From: Missouri, USA
Bikes: A 2007 Trek 4300. 22.5", 1981 Trek 610 24" (61cm)
It's a tandem wheel...
The deal I got on the wheel was irresistable... I got it for less than the price of the spokes and it is lighter, smoother, and a better ride than my old front wheel / hub.
Sansin sealed hubs are also excellent.
When I mount up a front rack and paniers the wheel will actually be just right for the job.
The deal I got on the wheel was irresistable... I got it for less than the price of the spokes and it is lighter, smoother, and a better ride than my old front wheel / hub.
Sansin sealed hubs are also excellent.
When I mount up a front rack and paniers the wheel will actually be just right for the job.
11-03-08 | 06:37 PM
#3857
beatz down lo|seatz up hi
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 1,062
Likes: 0
From: Missouri, USA
Bikes: A 2007 Trek 4300. 22.5", 1981 Trek 610 24" (61cm)
11-04-08 | 04:52 PM
#3859
Share the road.
Joined: Jul 2008
Posts: 1,256
Likes: 45
From: Marysville, CA
Bikes: 1992 Rocky Mountain Fusion, Yuba Mundo, Specialized Venge
Yes they were easy to install, they are Nashbar Trekking bars. I purchased them at the website for $17. My Kona Blast isn't old either. It's a 08. I have just Fredified it.
11-04-08 | 06:32 PM
#3860
Senior Moment
Joined: Aug 2008
Posts: 279
Likes: 4
From: Middle Maine
Bikes: 2014 Surly LHT, 2003 Giant NRS 3, 1991 Trek 7000, 2022 Surly Bridge Club, 1985 Miyata 210, 1999 Schwinn Moab 2
11-04-08 | 06:35 PM
#3861
230lb Hill Climber
Joined: May 2008
Posts: 81
Likes: 0
From: Colorado
Bikes: Gaint TCR, Rincon/ Batavus/ Nishiki
11-04-08 | 07:33 PM
#3862
Recovering mentalist
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 2,810
Likes: 2
From: On the Edge
Bikes: Too many
Shiny VO racks
Yes, the VO racks/decaleur are a nice product (and touch on the Bleriot).
I recently created an instruction page on installation.
I recently created an instruction page on installation.
11-04-08 | 07:36 PM
#3863
Recovering mentalist
Joined: Nov 2008
Posts: 2,810
Likes: 2
From: On the Edge
Bikes: Too many
11-04-08 | 08:58 PM
#3864
You gonna eat that?
Joined: Sep 2008
Posts: 14,917
Likes: 543
From: Fort Worth, Texas Church of Hopeful Uncertainty
Bikes: 1966 Raleigh DL-1 Tourist, 1973 Schwinn Varsity, 1983 Raleigh Marathon, 1994 Nishiki Sport XRS
Georgeous, Rando!
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I stop for people / whose right of way I honor / but not for no one.
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11-06-08 | 06:59 PM
#3866
Senior Member
Joined: Oct 2007
Posts: 469
Likes: 1
From: Port Jefferson, NY
Changes from stock:
$40 new stem (30*, 90mm)
$0 bontrager select wheels (keeping the cross wheels as is for if I take it offroad)
$20 11-25 casette
$47 rear rack (Old Man Mountain White Rock)
$104 panniers (The Touring Store Lone Peak P100's)
$140 Dinotte 200L's
$20 saddle - (bontrager race lux; found in the bargain bin at my bike shop)
$50 pedals (Shimano m520)
11-06-08 | 10:33 PM
#3867
woof
Joined: Oct 2006
Posts: 157
Likes: 0
From: longview washington
Just picked up this beauty today. Ok, not really a beauty but I fell in love with it the moment I saw it. My size and everything! A little research shows me that it's a 1992 Bianchi Volpe. 7 speed STI levers, I had no idea they existed.
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I'll change out the bar wrap, put some nice fenders on it, new saddle for sure, new pedals, and within time I'll put an Xtracycle on it. Always wanted one, but I should probably get a stronger rear wheel before I do that.
The wife is a little pissed though. It's my 3rd bike this month, 2nd this week. I find myself moving a bike to open the fridge and to open the oven. They're everywhere! I have more that aren't listed in my sig, I may have a problem.
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I'll change out the bar wrap, put some nice fenders on it, new saddle for sure, new pedals, and within time I'll put an Xtracycle on it. Always wanted one, but I should probably get a stronger rear wheel before I do that.
The wife is a little pissed though. It's my 3rd bike this month, 2nd this week. I find myself moving a bike to open the fridge and to open the oven. They're everywhere! I have more that aren't listed in my sig, I may have a problem.
11-06-08 | 11:00 PM
#3868
Senior Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 487
Likes: 0
From: Chi-town
Bikes: Fixie conversion, a few 10 speeds, a trailer, I GT Transeo for utilitarian riding
Here is mine, I finally finished completely outfitting this thing for the city.
Bike: 2008 GT Transeo 4.0
Specialized 700x28c Armadillo tires
Specialized Stem mounted wireless computer
Cetma 7 Rail Rack
Planet BIke Eco Rear Rack
Planet Bike Hardcore Hybrid Fenders
Soon to come:
Planet Bike front and rear blinkies
Reflective tape on fenders
CLipless Pedals
Trailer Hitch, so that I can tow my trailer with this bike.
Excellent CHicago Commuter
Bike: 2008 GT Transeo 4.0
Specialized 700x28c Armadillo tires
Specialized Stem mounted wireless computer
Cetma 7 Rail Rack
Planet BIke Eco Rear Rack
Planet Bike Hardcore Hybrid Fenders
Soon to come:
Planet Bike front and rear blinkies
Reflective tape on fenders
CLipless Pedals
Trailer Hitch, so that I can tow my trailer with this bike.
Excellent CHicago Commuter
11-07-08 | 12:46 PM
#3871
Senior Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 487
Likes: 0
From: Chi-town
Bikes: Fixie conversion, a few 10 speeds, a trailer, I GT Transeo for utilitarian riding
It handles great. Much better than the bike I used to have it on. A '68 Varsity with narrow drop bars. I have much more leverage over my load with the mountain bike bars. YOu can put pretty much anything you want on the front rack. I have put several bags of charcoal (like 60 pounds worth) on top for 6 miles. No flex or anything. For that kind of weight though, I have a trailer, so It usually doesn't get to haul that much weight. I either bungee my 40 pound bookbag to it, or I Put it in a milkcrate on the front or rear rack.
Here is a better picture of the bike. My yard is a bit of a mess in the background.
Here is a better picture of the bike. My yard is a bit of a mess in the background.
11-07-08 | 03:42 PM
#3872
Junior Member
Joined: Oct 2008
Posts: 8
Likes: 0
Bought this kind of cutie a couple of days ago. Now need to try it in action 
https://shop.devercycles.co.uk/images/prod_2053.jpg
https://shop.devercycles.co.uk/images/prod_2053.jpg
11-07-08 | 04:10 PM
#3873
beatz down lo|seatz up hi
Joined: Jul 2007
Posts: 1,062
Likes: 0
From: Missouri, USA
Bikes: A 2007 Trek 4300. 22.5", 1981 Trek 610 24" (61cm)
It handles great. Much better than the bike I used to have it on. A '68 Varsity with narrow drop bars. I have much more leverage over my load with the mountain bike bars. YOu can put pretty much anything you want on the front rack. I have put several bags of charcoal (like 60 pounds worth) on top for 6 miles. No flex or anything. For that kind of weight though, I have a trailer, so It usually doesn't get to haul that much weight. I either bungee my 40 pound bookbag to it, or I Put it in a milkcrate on the front or rear rack.
Here is a better picture of the bike. My yard is a bit of a mess in the background.
Here is a better picture of the bike. My yard is a bit of a mess in the background.
11-08-08 | 11:39 AM
#3874
Senior Member
Joined: Dec 2005
Posts: 754
Likes: 0
From: Enola, PA
Bikes: Too many to count. Changes on a frequent basis.
79 Schwinn Sprint. Picked up this weekend. Will be my new commuter. I will adding new bars , barend shifters and euro brakes and maybe different tires
11-08-08 | 07:22 PM
#3875
Senior Member
Joined: Aug 2007
Posts: 487
Likes: 0
From: Chi-town
Bikes: Fixie conversion, a few 10 speeds, a trailer, I GT Transeo for utilitarian riding
Thanks, its a bit on the heavy side, but I can haul anything on it. I tried pacing a guy on a rroad bike today. He was doing about 18 or 19 into the wind. With no load whatsoever. After a few blocks I had to say to myself, "Frank, his bike is lighter than yours, more aerodynamic, has narrower, higher pressure tires, and he doesn't have milk crates strapped to his front and rear racks (he didn't have racks) with various things in them." So I dropped back down to 15.