hi guys,
OT I know but I'm just wondering if anyone has a large messenger bag they want to sell... mine's just too small for right now (more than school books, film and ibook).
Or if you know any reasonably priced larger ones.
Thanks!

(sorry if you've already seen the cl ad)

If I went with speedplay I'd get the frog pedal because I'd be using it on my 'cross/urban bike. My two worries are float (which sounds like it's managable, once you get used to it) and ability to shed mud/dirt. My SPDs (M505 --stock) are HORRIBLE when it comes to getting stuff stuck in them (even on a dry day-ride on the Don) and clipping in and (mostly) out is a PITA.

$10!??! Why so cheap? Online they're like $100 according to Google

Clearing out stock on some sort of Bloor Street sale... They also had some Lake shoes that were nicer / comfier than the Time ones and some Shimano ones (retail $139 - also $10) that were much nicer than both but the Times were the only ones that fit me...

I was just in there today, and the place was empty--didn't hear of any crazy sales or anything *sigh* must've missed it.

Mark looks like Thor Hushovd.

So the shoulder is finally healed enough that tomorrow I think I'll try some trails. Is the DSR dirt ride still happening?

If you want some company I'll join ya. I'm not sure about the DSR but Wes mentioned doing a ride on Wednesday (6:45-ish) if you're interested.

Yeah, I would not recommend using non-frog Speedplays if mud/dirt shedding is an issue. I would bet the cleats would either (a) jam or (b) wear out insanely fast (or possibly both) if used in really muddy/dirty conditions.

so I think I've decided I'm going with TIME ATAC pedals. My experience with Sweet Pete's (my LBS by 'default'--bought my bike there) has been that they're pretty over-priced, with poor service. Anybody know where to get some ATACs at a reasonable price?

https://toronto.en.craigslist.ca/tor/bik/713874318.html

Someone jump on those! The old style model are nigh in-destructable and have much better retention for fixed riding. I would already be calling about them but have 3 pairs now

I got 'em! Just going to pick them up later this week. You say the old models are better than the newer ones? I was thinking of getting some new XS Carbons for racing and keep these old ones for city riding.

Andrew, here is what I was thinking about, attachs to the bb.

I have a pair of the carbons as well. They are quite a bit lighter and have tension adjustment. That being said the body is not as robust, the bearing caps need regular tightening and the retention bars wear faster than the old style. I have not used the Carbons in at least a year. If they are to be a dedicated racing set-up, with the old ones for regular use, I would say you are golden.

i second keith's recommendation. i've used those old composite ones in the past and am a fool for letting them go. double points for getting them in a normal grey colour as opposed to the early 90s neon or what have you...

The Perry Bible Fellowship. Gold. Pure gold.

I feel special, i broke a pair of the grey atac's... yup broke one spring right off.


completely... like one pedal is fine, the other only has half the attachment, apparently they are only secured by plastic, there is no metal reinforcement.

that being said that had been ridden really hard since they were bought (they had been put on 3 different bikes, the first 2 bike being killed before being replaced). either way i would get them again, they kick ass, easy to clip in, dont pop out, dont get clogged (used in mud, snow, ice), and somehow each time i went over the bars, they unclipped and let me leapfrog to freedom/the hardest object nearby

I second Keith. I have had my titan atacs for about six years and they have stood the test of time. Oddly every new bike I get I put those on and it's always one of the first things people comment on.

I still have a functioning pair of original Sierras by Time, before they changed from proprietary bolt pattern. I scooped up a pair of those greys last year....awesome. I LOVE LOVE LOVE 'em, and would like to get a racing pair if I ever get to do some racing. Pyze, do you have linkie for dat thing? Who makes it? Yess?

Nevermind Chris found 'em... wicked cool!!!!! Who carries these in Toronto guys, anyone?

I think it'll be too wet in there tonight, plus I have previous commitments. I'm going to head in tomorrow evening, as Mike mentioned.

There goes my productivity!

I'm down for a ride, edit: tomorrow

sammie - check your PM

I figured it would be appreciated.

Chris I'm thinkin' the ETR vert with the full squoosh kit will do it. What do you think? The BB one while cool I'm not sure would be able to accommodate the breadth of chain/gear variance without getting too close to the CS. Wondering if I should lose links on the 44-18 to make it as short as possible and slack from there. thanks for the company name.. hey, that coffee was a Peru Fair Trade organic as well. Try it yet?