Toronto Fixed Part 2
#202
As I understand it, you can't do multiple colours with powder coat, so no clear is required. I think even if you did one colour, baked, then masked and did a second colour, the first colour might soften as you baked the second. That might be worth looking into. Their selection of colours is quite large, and they have metallics as well. The work is quite acceptable, but there are small flaws if you look closely. It is nowhere near the quality of Noah's paint work.
My photo is rather poorly exposed. The colour of my bike is actually ivory rather than white.
#203
Spazzy Member
Joined: Sep 2006
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From: t.dot
Bikes: '05 marinoni delta, '86/87 bianchi sport s(e)x, ? kona ?, raleigh '71, specialized crossroads
scavenger hunt planned to start at the bike joint (harbord at manning) noon today!
bring a pen and sharp eyes! learn useless fact about the city! win a prize for speed AND accuracy!
the more the merrier!
bring a pen and sharp eyes! learn useless fact about the city! win a prize for speed AND accuracy!
the more the merrier!
#209
Raving looney
Joined: Jul 2006
Posts: 2,482
Likes: 0
From: Toronto, ON, Canada
Bikes: 70s Leader Precision w/Shimano 600 (road), IRO Rob Roy (Fixed)
#210
Shiftless bum

Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 2,693
Likes: 1
From: Ottawa, Ontario
Bikes: Apollo fixed winter bike, Gazelle Cross, Baboe Cargo bike, Linskey Rouleur Road, Bridgestone Picnica, Tern C7, 2nd gen Strida
Depends a little on what you're looking for. Urbane carries a bit of a selection.
Posting thread type (Italian etc.), spindle length, and type (cup/cone or cartridge) and if you need a specific type (ie. campy/non-campy) may get some more coherent responses from folks in the thread who work/live in shops. If you're not sure of that, the frame you're looking to fit is next best.
Probikekit has Miche Primato bb in British thread only for $27 CAD in a couple of spindle lengths
Posting thread type (Italian etc.), spindle length, and type (cup/cone or cartridge) and if you need a specific type (ie. campy/non-campy) may get some more coherent responses from folks in the thread who work/live in shops. If you're not sure of that, the frame you're looking to fit is next best.
Probikekit has Miche Primato bb in British thread only for $27 CAD in a couple of spindle lengths
#212
Live without dead time
Joined: Jun 2008
Posts: 2,136
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From: Toronto
The Ride for Heat + my commute there and back gave me a metric century today, first one too. Rad time, I don't have the strength to walk anymore but Flim myself and another dude made solid time the whole way and I had a blast.
#213
Shiftless bum

Joined: Apr 2004
Posts: 2,693
Likes: 1
From: Ottawa, Ontario
Bikes: Apollo fixed winter bike, Gazelle Cross, Baboe Cargo bike, Linskey Rouleur Road, Bridgestone Picnica, Tern C7, 2nd gen Strida
I miss that ride. l love that first descent from the Gardiner down to the DVP
#217
Senior Member
Joined: Aug 2005
Posts: 2,032
Likes: 1
From: Kitchener, ON
Bikes: 1994 Proctor Townsend Reynolds 753, TT S3 True North, Kona Major Jake, Kona Honky Tonk, Marinoni Puima, Cannondale BBU
#218
Depends a little on what you're looking for. Urbane carries a bit of a selection.
Posting thread type (Italian etc.), spindle length, and type (cup/cone or cartridge) and if you need a specific type (ie. campy/non-campy) may get some more coherent responses from folks in the thread who work/live in shops. If you're not sure of that, the frame you're looking to fit is next best.
Probikekit has Miche Primato bb in British thread only for $27 CAD in a couple of spindle lengths
Posting thread type (Italian etc.), spindle length, and type (cup/cone or cartridge) and if you need a specific type (ie. campy/non-campy) may get some more coherent responses from folks in the thread who work/live in shops. If you're not sure of that, the frame you're looking to fit is next best.
Probikekit has Miche Primato bb in British thread only for $27 CAD in a couple of spindle lengths
#219
Building a better Strida
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 1,106
Likes: 2
From: toronto, canada
Bikes: bianchi brava 1988. fuji track 2007, 2006 Bianchi Pista, 1987 Miele and a strida knock off
are you running stock gearing on that fuji track? ie: oddly dished 48t chainring on the front?
sounds like you need a 103mm bb for an ideal chain line.
sounds like you need a 103mm bb for an ideal chain line.
#220
Building a better Strida
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 1,106
Likes: 2
From: toronto, canada
Bikes: bianchi brava 1988. fuji track 2007, 2006 Bianchi Pista, 1987 Miele and a strida knock off
fyi, i don't know how many ppl are hot for gumwall tires but i was searching around online and found an interesting medium that should provide really good ride quality:
TUFO TUBULAR TIRES FOR CLINCHER RIMS:
It is necessary to realize that races are won just by acceleration in the right and critical moment, as final sprint, catch-up with the peloton, break off from the peloton.
At the same time low rolling resistance and safety in case of flats are strong arguments for tubular tires. TUFO tubular clincher tire is quite universal. It can be used anywhere tubular or clincher tires are presently utilized (road races, time trials, training, cyclocross events, cyclotourism).
For those who switch from clincher type tires to TUFO tubular clinchers, there is no extra investment. They only have to replace three parts (tire, tube and liner) with only one - TUFO tubular clincher tire. Everyone will soon realize the advantage of easy installation and, in combination with TUFO sealant, the fastest and most effective flat repair without removing the tire from the rim.


prices start at $41.99 + shipping from vancouver.
TUFO TUBULAR TIRES FOR CLINCHER RIMS:
- totally new, revolutionary construction
- low rolling resistance
- no need for rim liner
- low weight
- no need to use glue
- the easiest and fastest installation from all types of tires, no tools required
- possibility of high inflation pressures
- distinctly the safest behavior in case of flats without endangering the stability of the rider
- in case of emergency can be ridden flat
- immediate use after installation
- construction and compactness is equal to tubular tires, riding properties are very close to tubular tires as well
It is necessary to realize that races are won just by acceleration in the right and critical moment, as final sprint, catch-up with the peloton, break off from the peloton.
At the same time low rolling resistance and safety in case of flats are strong arguments for tubular tires. TUFO tubular clincher tire is quite universal. It can be used anywhere tubular or clincher tires are presently utilized (road races, time trials, training, cyclocross events, cyclotourism).
For those who switch from clincher type tires to TUFO tubular clinchers, there is no extra investment. They only have to replace three parts (tire, tube and liner) with only one - TUFO tubular clincher tire. Everyone will soon realize the advantage of easy installation and, in combination with TUFO sealant, the fastest and most effective flat repair without removing the tire from the rim.


prices start at $41.99 + shipping from vancouver.
#221
Jonnys ilegitimate Father
Joined: Apr 2005
Posts: 2,994
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From: toronto
Bikes: too many too list
fyi, i don't know how many ppl are hot for gumwall tires but i was searching around online and found an interesting medium that should provide really good ride quality:
TUFO TUBULAR TIRES FOR CLINCHER RIMS:
It is necessary to realize that races are won just by acceleration in the right and critical moment, as final sprint, catch-up with the peloton, break off from the peloton.
At the same time low rolling resistance and safety in case of flats are strong arguments for tubular tires. TUFO tubular clincher tire is quite universal. It can be used anywhere tubular or clincher tires are presently utilized (road races, time trials, training, cyclocross events, cyclotourism).
For those who switch from clincher type tires to TUFO tubular clinchers, there is no extra investment. They only have to replace three parts (tire, tube and liner) with only one - TUFO tubular clincher tire. Everyone will soon realize the advantage of easy installation and, in combination with TUFO sealant, the fastest and most effective flat repair without removing the tire from the rim.


prices start at $41.99 + shipping from vancouver.
TUFO TUBULAR TIRES FOR CLINCHER RIMS:
- totally new, revolutionary construction
- low rolling resistance
- no need for rim liner
- low weight
- no need to use glue
- the easiest and fastest installation from all types of tires, no tools required
- possibility of high inflation pressures
- distinctly the safest behavior in case of flats without endangering the stability of the rider
- in case of emergency can be ridden flat
- immediate use after installation
- construction and compactness is equal to tubular tires, riding properties are very close to tubular tires as well
It is necessary to realize that races are won just by acceleration in the right and critical moment, as final sprint, catch-up with the peloton, break off from the peloton.
At the same time low rolling resistance and safety in case of flats are strong arguments for tubular tires. TUFO tubular clincher tire is quite universal. It can be used anywhere tubular or clincher tires are presently utilized (road races, time trials, training, cyclocross events, cyclotourism).
For those who switch from clincher type tires to TUFO tubular clinchers, there is no extra investment. They only have to replace three parts (tire, tube and liner) with only one - TUFO tubular clincher tire. Everyone will soon realize the advantage of easy installation and, in combination with TUFO sealant, the fastest and most effective flat repair without removing the tire from the rim.


prices start at $41.99 + shipping from vancouver.
#222
Building a better Strida
Joined: Apr 2008
Posts: 1,106
Likes: 2
From: toronto, canada
Bikes: bianchi brava 1988. fuji track 2007, 2006 Bianchi Pista, 1987 Miele and a strida knock off
hey keith, if ur willing to wait a week, u can nab urself a set from here.
https://www.tufonorthamerica.biz/
prices is in canadian and shipping is from vancouver..!
maybe u can lend ur personal experience on this, but how many tubulars have u seen that are slightly out of round?
i am retruing this rear wheel, but wtf, unless my ***** is overly sensitive, i think im still feeling a touch of a hop....
https://www.tufonorthamerica.biz/
prices is in canadian and shipping is from vancouver..!
maybe u can lend ur personal experience on this, but how many tubulars have u seen that are slightly out of round?
i am retruing this rear wheel, but wtf, unless my ***** is overly sensitive, i think im still feeling a touch of a hop....
#223
Toronto!
Joined: Mar 2009
Posts: 7
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Best shop for messenger bags?
I'm looking for a new messenger bag and am having trouble finding a selection to choose from.
So far, I've been to Crumpler, Dukes, Urbane, MEC, BOW, Cyclemotive, and Sweet Pete's.
If there are even any in stock, it's slim pickings (except crumpler, but i don't like their stuff).
I'm interested in Chrome, Pac, Incase, and any other high-end brands.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
So far, I've been to Crumpler, Dukes, Urbane, MEC, BOW, Cyclemotive, and Sweet Pete's.
If there are even any in stock, it's slim pickings (except crumpler, but i don't like their stuff).
I'm interested in Chrome, Pac, Incase, and any other high-end brands.
Any suggestions?
Thanks!
#224
Don't smoke Mike
Joined: Apr 2007
Posts: 651
Likes: 0
From: Toronto
Bikes: monster island fixie, Fisher sugar, sexine conversion, OLMO Superlight
High end custom if you choose: https://under-the-weather.ca/





