Joyota's Garage
07-01-13, 07:41 AM
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Joyota's Garage
Hey y'all,
Since I've been commuting regularly for a couple weeks and decided I'm definitely hooked on it, I figured starting a thread about my bike (and I'm sure that "bike" will be "bikes" someday) would be a good idea as I'm sure it will be going through a number of changes over the years. It's already looking considerably different than it did a month ago.
Here's my bike as of 6/7/2013 completely stock with the exception of the saddle. It's a 1998 Nishiki Blazer, bought it new from the LBS in 2001.
I tried out some Kenda K838 26x1.95 slicks but eventually decided I like my Continental TourRIDE 26x1.75 tires the best.
Shimano Acera 21 speed drivetrain with trigger shifters, nothing fancy.
Cateye Commuter wireless computer, I lost my Strada >.<. Oh well.
Mirrycle Handlebar Mirror and Ergon GP1 Large grips (grips are a total hand saver!)
Added some silver PB Cascadia fenders.
Got my cargo rack today (7/11/2013)! A Topeak Explorer.
Topeak MTX basket (7/15/2013) Gave the frame a bath and thoroughly cleaned the drivetrain. Minus the second bottle cage, this is what it looks like now. (8/30/2013)
Upgrades still to come:
Trunkbag/panniers (maybe...I've kinda been thinking about sticking with the basket and backpack setup.)
Since I've been commuting regularly for a couple weeks and decided I'm definitely hooked on it, I figured starting a thread about my bike (and I'm sure that "bike" will be "bikes" someday) would be a good idea as I'm sure it will be going through a number of changes over the years. It's already looking considerably different than it did a month ago.
Here's my bike as of 6/7/2013 completely stock with the exception of the saddle. It's a 1998 Nishiki Blazer, bought it new from the LBS in 2001.
I tried out some Kenda K838 26x1.95 slicks but eventually decided I like my Continental TourRIDE 26x1.75 tires the best.
Shimano Acera 21 speed drivetrain with trigger shifters, nothing fancy.
Cateye Commuter wireless computer, I lost my Strada >.<. Oh well.
Mirrycle Handlebar Mirror and Ergon GP1 Large grips (grips are a total hand saver!)
Added some silver PB Cascadia fenders.
Got my cargo rack today (7/11/2013)! A Topeak Explorer.
Topeak MTX basket (7/15/2013) Gave the frame a bath and thoroughly cleaned the drivetrain. Minus the second bottle cage, this is what it looks like now. (8/30/2013)
Upgrades still to come:
Trunkbag/panniers (maybe...I've kinda been thinking about sticking with the basket and backpack setup.)
Last edited by joyota; 11-08-13 at 08:48 AM.
07-01-13, 07:43 AM
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Mountain Bike(s)
(9/8/2013) I finally got another bike so I can dedicate my Nishiki to commuting and take something else out on the dirt trails. It's a Trek 4500 that I bought used on Craigslist for $80.
(8/24/2016) I've made so many upgrades to this thing that the frame and headset spacers are literally the only things left from the original bike.
Highlights:
Fork: Rockshox XC32 TK Solo Air
Wheelset: Sunrims Rhyno Lite rims w/ Shimano Deore M525A hubs and DT Swiss 14g stainless spokes
Headset: Ritchey Logic Comp
Bottom Bracket: Shimano BB-UN55
Crankset: Shimano Alivio FC-M410 with Race Face 32t Narrow Wide
Rear Derailleur: Shimano SLX RD-M675
Cassette: Shimano HG-81 11-36
Chain: SRAM PC-1050
Shift Levers: Shimano SLX M670 10spd
Rear Brake: Avid Single Digit 7
Front Brake: Avid BB7 w/ 180mm G2CS Rotor
Brake Levers: Avid Speed Dial 7
Saddle: WTB Pure V Race
Brake & Shifter Cables/Housing: Jagwire Sport Stainless
Handlebar: Race Face Ride 710mm
Stem: Salsa Guide 105°/75° 100mm
Seatpost: KS eTen Remote Dropper
Tires: Continental Mountain King II 26x2.2"
Before:
After:
(8/24/2016) I've made so many upgrades to this thing that the frame and headset spacers are literally the only things left from the original bike.
Highlights:
Fork: Rockshox XC32 TK Solo Air
Wheelset: Sunrims Rhyno Lite rims w/ Shimano Deore M525A hubs and DT Swiss 14g stainless spokes
Headset: Ritchey Logic Comp
Bottom Bracket: Shimano BB-UN55
Crankset: Shimano Alivio FC-M410 with Race Face 32t Narrow Wide
Rear Derailleur: Shimano SLX RD-M675
Cassette: Shimano HG-81 11-36
Chain: SRAM PC-1050
Shift Levers: Shimano SLX M670 10spd
Rear Brake: Avid Single Digit 7
Front Brake: Avid BB7 w/ 180mm G2CS Rotor
Brake Levers: Avid Speed Dial 7
Saddle: WTB Pure V Race
Brake & Shifter Cables/Housing: Jagwire Sport Stainless
Handlebar: Race Face Ride 710mm
Stem: Salsa Guide 105°/75° 100mm
Seatpost: KS eTen Remote Dropper
Tires: Continental Mountain King II 26x2.2"
Before:
After:
Last edited by joyota; 08-24-16 at 07:40 AM.
09-09-13, 11:13 AM
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Road Bike(s)
I'm sure I'll someday have at least one road bike, so I'm reserving this position for that.
09-09-13, 11:53 AM
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High Plains Luddite
Very nice! I bought a rigid MTB from craigslist that is getting a similar treatment to your Nishiki. Fun stuff. Thanks for sharing.
