Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
 
Page 1 of 4
1
2
3
Last »
Search: Posts Made By: Kobe
Showing results 1 to 50 of 177
Search took 0.02 seconds.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 07:58 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 14,492
Posted By Kobe

This reminds me, I have a whole kitchen cabinet...

This reminds me, I have a whole kitchen cabinet shelf like this. They must multiply like cockroaches when you shut the door.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 305
Views: 14,492
Posted By Kobe

I am not nearly as in deep as some of you, I only...

I am not nearly as in deep as some of you, I only have 6 completes and plan on getting down to 3 and staying there. 50% reduction is huge for me. It's more of a maintenance thing for me. I'll grab...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 69,941
Posted By Kobe

I hate following gearbasher . Jan - 237 ...

I hate following gearbasher .

Jan - 237
Feb - 196
Total 433 miles

My goal this year is 4k miles, I really need to get busy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 198
Views: 40,088
Posted By Kobe

Seems odd something called the Graveler is riding...

Seems odd something called the Graveler is riding on turquoise tires but I'll withhold judgement until I see a complete picture. :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-24, 11:04 AM
Replies: 2,403
Views: 567,754
Posted By Kobe

In case all of you Swifties did not get enough of...

In case all of you Swifties did not get enough of her at the Super Bowl.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-12-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 466
Posted By Kobe

Sometimes it is easier to use the Google machine...

Sometimes it is easier to use the Google machine to search than to use BF's.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-09-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,131,220
Posted By Kobe

It's a shame, when Photobucket started charging...

It's a shame, when Photobucket started charging an insane amount to host pictures it killed a lot of these.

1992 Diamondback Overdrive. A 29'er before the name was invented.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-05-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,029
Posted By Kobe

I bought my wife her first real bike (Specialized...

I bought my wife her first real bike (Specialized Cruz) when we stated dating 30 years ago. There were a few years where raising kids got in the way and she did not ride much but we have always rode...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 69,941
Posted By Kobe

Finished strong but still had the worst year in...

Finished strong but still had the worst year in the last 10.

Jan - 324
Feb - 232
Mar - 291
Apl - 242
May - 135
Jun - 234
Jul - 285
Aug - 318
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-19-23, 08:51 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,084
Posted By Kobe

I pretty much roll out of bed and put on the bike...

I pretty much roll out of bed and put on the bike shorts.

Hanes t-shirt, Performance mountain bike shorts, Under Armour sneaks.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-23, 09:28 AM
Replies: 3,567
Views: 444,334
Posted By Kobe

After our cat Harrison passed away this summer we...

After our cat Harrison passed away this summer we had room for another cat in our house. Sonny has to be the most friendly cat we have had, orange cats seem to be that way.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-23, 08:13 AM
Replies: 617
Views: 83,359
Posted By Kobe

My latest pick up, a 1992 Diamondback Overdrive....

My latest pick up, a 1992 Diamondback Overdrive. For some reason I rarely find black bikes in my size.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-23, 10:48 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 69,941
Posted By Kobe

Picked up the mileage a bit the past few months....

Picked up the mileage a bit the past few months. My wife has been riding with me this year and has really picked up her endurance. What use to be 20 mile rides has turned into 30-35.

Jan - 324...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-05-23, 09:09 AM
Replies: 2,403
Views: 567,754
Posted By Kobe

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/untitled_eb91c6262e51de0822aa290dca2a208a49715b86.jpg
Jimmy Buffet on a Ross.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-23, 08:24 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,409
Posted By Kobe

I needed a cheap bike I could take to the beach...

I needed a cheap bike I could take to the beach and lock up outside. It's been a while since I owned an aluminum bike and this one road fine.

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-23, 10:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 266
Posted By Kobe

I just picked up my first Trek FX a few weeks ago...

I just picked up my first Trek FX a few weeks ago so I am no expert, but you may want to ask in the hybrid section. There is a tread dedicated to the Trek FX and maybe someone has done this before.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-07-23, 10:35 AM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,370
Posted By Kobe

I have been looking for a Trek FX in 63.5cm for a...

I have been looking for a Trek FX in 63.5cm for a reasonable price and finally found this 7.5. It is in great shape and with few miles on it. The wheels and carbon fork worry me a little but it I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-23, 07:56 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 69,941
Posted By Kobe

I hate following gearbasher Jan - 324 Feb...

I hate following gearbasher

Jan - 324
Feb - 232
Mar - 291
Apl - 242
May - 135
Jun - 234
Jul - 285
Total 1743 miles
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-23, 10:16 AM
Replies: 2,403
Views: 567,754
Posted By Kobe

Tony Bennett, RIP. Dig that white track suit. ...

Tony Bennett, RIP. Dig that white track suit.


https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/480x480/image_c519126d704c0b8654d05bd469feaa35d482ae9f.png
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,820
Posted By Kobe

There is one over at paceline, under the custom...

There is one over at paceline, under the custom builders section. It's even broken down by state.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-23, 10:33 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,965
Posted By Kobe

My last flat was on a charity ride in September...

My last flat was on a charity ride in September 2022. I really appreciate the well meaning " Do you need a hand?"s, but 20 or 30 no thank you's later I was ready to scream it.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-22-23, 06:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 772
Posted By Kobe

How is it wearing out? Besides chains, tires,...

How is it wearing out? Besides chains, tires, brake pads and cables most bike parts should last as long as the frame. Unless they are left out in the elements.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-12-23, 07:17 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 703
Posted By Kobe

If you are looking for a true XXL than the Coda...

If you are looking for a true XXL than the Coda may not fit. It's largest size is a 23" frame, also the Trek Multitracks. KHS and Breezer make a steel XXL that may fit but I have never ridden one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-23, 01:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,018
Posted By Kobe

If you really want to blow your mind, head over...

If you really want to blow your mind, head over to the hybrid forum. There's a whole thread on Trek Multitracks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-23, 08:45 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 40,062
Posted By Kobe

I seem to be riding this Rivendell A.Homer Hilsen...

I seem to be riding this Rivendell A.Homer Hilsen a lot more lately. My winter project is a Kabuki GranKabuki that I need to get a picture of by the end of the month.

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-23, 08:06 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 7,119
Posted By Kobe

Of course mt one and only custom would be my...

Of course mt one and only custom would be my favorite to look at and ride. The Clockwork still makes me smile when I roll it out of the garage.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-23, 12:50 PM
Replies: 2,403
Views: 567,754
Posted By Kobe

Harry Belafonte, and using the toe clips. ...

Harry Belafonte, and using the toe clips.
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/424x700/image_5675e87e103fb56d090bc97759ddcc7394194c2e.png
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-23, 08:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 669
Posted By Kobe

Unfortunately I have my daughter's graduation...

Unfortunately I have my daughter's graduation that day. That International is fantastic and would love to see it in person.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-23, 11:39 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,434
Posted By Kobe

You won't regret it. I had mine made in 2016 and...

You won't regret it. I had mine made in 2016 and still enjoy every ride on it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-23, 09:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 941
Posted By Kobe

Great looking fat tired bikes in the front row at...

Great looking fat tired bikes in the front row at 4:32.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-23, 08:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,499
Posted By Kobe

Well, I have to admit I thought about it for a...

Well, I have to admit I thought about it for a minute. The 66cm Paramount's just don't come up very often and when they do the price is usually 3 or 4 times his asking price.

Then I had a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-23, 11:27 AM
Replies: 311
Views: 47,156
Posted By Kobe

I switched to upright bars on my Mercian over the...

I switched to upright bars on my Mercian over the winter and really like it for rides with my wife on rail trails. The paints lot the best but the I like the color so it will be staying as is.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-23, 01:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 748
Posted By Kobe

Both are great looking bikes. You're very lucky(...

Both are great looking bikes. You're very lucky( or tenacious in your search) to have found 2 in 67cm.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-23, 08:43 AM
Replies: 2,403
Views: 567,754
Posted By Kobe

Greta and Arnold. ...

Greta and Arnold.


https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/640x426/image_af2ee11ac26d04d425cdad0cc45b2b34284b79f7.png
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-22, 10:07 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,513
Posted By Kobe

Reminds me of when we were kids we would flip our...

Reminds me of when we were kids we would flip our single speed "Sting-Rays" over and see who's wheel would go the longest. The real Schwinn's usually beat my Kent knock off.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-22, 09:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 873
Posted By Kobe

There's a t-shirt if I ever saw one.

There's a t-shirt if I ever saw one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-28-22, 10:47 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 39,761
Posted By Kobe

1980 Mercian, I believe it's an Olympic but does...

1980 Mercian, I believe it's an Olympic but does not match anything in the catalog exactly.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-22-22, 09:53 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,256
Posted By Kobe

I wasn't looking for a Mercian either until this...

I wasn't looking for a Mercian either until this came along on eBay for cheap. The size was it's number one attribute, but I liked the color too. Even though the paint is not the greatest I plan on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-22-22, 09:42 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 8,926
Posted By Kobe

Vintage Trek is probably one of the best vintage...

Vintage Trek is probably one of the best vintage catalog sites to navigate. Hopefully it will be saved because I use it a lot.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-22, 10:50 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,376
Posted By Kobe

The problem with too many parts lying around is I...

The problem with too many parts lying around is I want to build something out of them. Which leads to getting more parts from donors. Which leads to building something....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-22, 07:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,663
Posted By Kobe

I would leave the Police decal on. Makes it a...

I would leave the Police decal on. Makes it a little more theft proof.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-27-22, 08:55 AM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 990,408
Posted By Kobe

First ride yesterday on this New Albion Privateer...

First ride yesterday on this New Albion Privateer I built up.


https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/13_0d87007c68e80045335f493a921a1a63ea3fd3ce.jpeg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-19-22, 08:41 AM
Replies: 21,742
Views: 3,082,498
Posted By Kobe

Pretty much perfect. It has the vintage look...

Pretty much perfect. It has the vintage look without the need to engineer modern parts to it. That Suqino crankset it beautiful.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-04-22, 10:20 AM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 415,334
Posted By Kobe

Every year we go the the Jersey shore for a week...

Every year we go the the Jersey shore for a week and stay at a condo that only has outside parking for bikes. I picked this bike to fill the role of that beater. It was pretty dirty with a layer of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-22, 07:30 AM
Replies: 642
Views: 69,941
Posted By Kobe

It's been an off year for me hue to motivation....

It's been an off year for me hue to motivation. The usual 30 to 40 mile weekend rides have turned into 20. Hopefully it's just a temporary thing and not a sign of getting to old to go the distance.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-22, 06:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 517
Posted By Kobe

That is pricey. It may be cheaper to just buy a...

That is pricey. It may be cheaper to just buy a whole new crankset.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-22, 06:38 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,653,767
Posted By Kobe

Strangely, I like it, whitewalls and all.

Strangely, I like it, whitewalls and all.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-14-22, 10:19 AM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,370
Posted By Kobe

I almost bought a FX3 just based on this color....

I almost bought a FX3 just based on this color. Most reds do not look great on a bike to me, when it leans towards burgundy it really appeals to me.

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-22, 09:51 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,732
Posted By Kobe

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/1_89928f7d135996cf1255c3a1cf9d1f35e51e9b7c.jpeg
1980 Mercian...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-22, 09:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 739
Posted By Kobe

If you are looking to save the bike and not...

If you are looking to save the bike and not worried about your time, I would rattlecan it and sell it for $100. More likely than not the next owner is not going to do anything to it. Most buyers of...
Showing results 1 to 50 of 177
 
Page 1 of 4
1
2
3
Last »


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.