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That bag would maybe hold a tire tool and an inflator cartridge. ;)
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I never did understand the tiny seat bag aesthetic. I fear Brother Corlew has been visiting the 41 forum a bit too often! :lol:
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Originally Posted by billydonn
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I never did understand the tiny seat bag aesthetic. I fear Brother Corlew has been visiting the 41 forum a bit too often! :lol:
In a similar vein I'm both appalled by my friend with a classic Italian Steel bike who sports a HUGE 1942-style canvas seat bag, and my other friend who has no bag, but stuffs his jersey pockets with his pump and spare. Why oh why am i the only one with a clue here? :innocent: |
Originally Posted by cccorlew
(Post 12017328)
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Why oh why am i the only one with a clue here? :innocent: |
Must be a left coast metro thing.
As I said before, I agree about the big expanse of red not looking right. I did find a black bag in the house that is about the same size. I wouldn't mind a smaller bag visually, but I do need to carry a spare tube, multi-tool, CO2 inflator, tire tool and a small rag. I can get all that into the medium size bags, but don't see how a small bag like pictured above could hold it all. Form is fine, but it must follow function. |
Your pictures are so awesome! Some great rides you go on. Glad Betty is working out so well for you : )
I have a small black Specialized seat bag that has a zipper which allows it to expand to a larger size. With the tube, tools, cartridge, cell phone, car key, I expand it, although it probably could be adjusted smaller. My friend has the Specialized Rib Cages Pro that are black with red accents. They look really nice: http://crankdaddys.com/images/librar...roblk_09_m.jpg (RonH, If you're listening, Congratulations on your new bike!) |
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I put carbon bottle cages on Betty and got the steerer cut down to size. The black seat bag is no smaller, but stands out less than the red one. I tried the small Specialized bag, but could not make it hold enough to keep me assured of being able to complete a ride. I also added a bar end mirror, but I'm afraid it is too large and fredly. I'm going to find a smaller one or try a helmet mounted mirror.
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Originally Posted by BluesDawg
(Post 12050080)
... I also added a bar end mirror, but I'm afraid it is too large and fredly. I'm going to find a smaller one or try a helmet mounted mirror.
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I saw the miror recommended by t4mv and that is what I went into my LBS to get. Walked out instead with one similar to the one fitted to Betty. Had it on for a couple of years and I don't think I use it very often. That is until I ride the TCR that does not have a mirror and I miss it---a lot.
It may seem large but the thing works so I am loath to try any other type. The bike is looking better every time you post an update.:thumb: |
Originally Posted by BluesDawg
(Post 12004872)
It was a long break between chances to ride but now I have ridden about 30 miles each of the past two days and I'm planning a 50 mile ride tomorrow. I think I have the fit dialed in pretty well with a 100mm stem to replace the stock 110. I need to take the bike in to have the steerer cut since I have moved all the spacers from below the stem.
http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d1...x/DSCF0465.jpg I am really liking the way the bike rides and how the shifting works. The trim on the front derailleur works very nicely to keep the chain from rubbing as I move through the rear cogs. So far so good with the saddle. I'm not sure if it will be a keeper, but I know I don't hate it. The cold (by my wimpy standards) air and my lack of regular riding is keeping me kind of slow, especially on hills, but the gearing seems adequate for the local hills. I'll be hitting some of the harder ones around here during Friday's ride, so that will be a better test. |
BD, Your bike is looking fantastic! I'm sure you'll ride it lots ;) |
Originally Posted by Bare Feet
(Post 12050497)
I just ordered one of these mirrors. Thanks for the link t4mv.
BD, Your bike is looking fantastic! I'm sure you'll ride it lots ;) Second the thanks to t4mv for that link. I had read about that mirror in my searches and it looks good. I just ordered one, too. |
Originally Posted by jwh
(Post 12050401)
Nice Bike! What do you have your Garmin mounted to?
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Originally Posted by Bare Feet
(Post 12018880)
My friend has the Specialized Rib Cages Pro that are black with red accents. They look really nice:
http://crankdaddys.com/images/librar...roblk_09_m.jpg (RonH, If you're listening, Congratulations on your new bike!) BTW, your link isn't working. Can you repost the pic or fix the link? |
Simply awesome. Enjoy!
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Beautiful photos, beautiful bike. I was at Barnes and Noble last night and just happened across the recent issue of Peloton and they had a review of the bike that had me salivating. Around here most roads are chip and seal and this sounded like the perfect bike- Congrats.
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Originally Posted by jwh
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Nice Bike! What do you have your Garmin mounted to?
Works great for a Forerunner 305! Sorry for the dup. I posted before I saw Bluesdawg's reply. |
Black is the new white, where is the garage door?
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Fixed the links (I hope : )
Originally Posted by RonH
(Post 12050907)
Thanks Bare Feet. I'm really enjoying it. Still trying the get used to the double tap shifting when doing standing climbs.
BTW, your link isn't working. Can you repost the pic or fix the link? http://crankdaddys.com/product/speci...ro-50615-1.htm http://crankdaddys.com/images/librar...roblk_09_m.jpg |
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The Specialized cages look good. I almost went with those, but decided to go for carbon (Christmas gift $ :)). I got the Blackburn Camber cages in matt black. They hold the bottles very securely, but inserting and removing the bottles is easy.
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Plastic is fantastic. Been riding Kestrels since the early 4000's.
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Originally Posted by Bare Feet
(Post 12050497)
I just ordered one of these mirrors. Thanks for the link t4mv.
BD, Your bike is looking fantastic! I'm sure you'll ride it lots ;) |
Originally Posted by Bare Feet
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My mirror came. BluesDawg, if you install yours anytime soon and think you have some installation tips that may be helpful, I'd appreciate you posting them. Thanks!
Though a little Fredly, they do work great. |
nice ride.
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