What road bike do you have?
07-03-10, 03:46 PM
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07-03-10, 04:08 PM
Bike ≠ Car ≠ Ped.
Getting closer...
Now take off the saddle bag and bottles, shift to big ring/small cog, align the driveside crank with the chainstay, turn the wheels so "Bontrager" is right side up, and take the shot straight on.
Oh, and flip the stem down, even if it's just for the pic.
Now take off the saddle bag and bottles, shift to big ring/small cog, align the driveside crank with the chainstay, turn the wheels so "Bontrager" is right side up, and take the shot straight on.
Oh, and flip the stem down, even if it's just for the pic.
07-03-10, 06:32 PM
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Getting closer...
Now take off the saddle bag and bottles, shift to big ring/small cog, align the driveside crank with the chainstay, turn the wheels so "Bontrager" is right side up, and take the shot straight on.
Oh, and flip the stem down, even if it's just for the pic.
Now take off the saddle bag and bottles, shift to big ring/small cog, align the driveside crank with the chainstay, turn the wheels so "Bontrager" is right side up, and take the shot straight on.
Oh, and flip the stem down, even if it's just for the pic.
people in glass houses...
and your glass house is a brooks on a BMC! blasphemy!
07-03-10, 09:53 PM
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07-04-10, 09:13 AM
Bike ≠ Car ≠ Ped.
07-04-10, 10:29 AM
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Hello from across the river Mango,
Thanks for pointing me in the right direction I will post it over in C&V as well. I am out of town but I will get cracking on the serial #'s and better images.
All the best
Thanks for pointing me in the right direction I will post it over in C&V as well. I am out of town but I will get cracking on the serial #'s and better images.
All the best
Greetings from St. Paul!
Let's get going on some close ups of that beautiful Tommasini!
By the way, the folks next door in Classic and Vintage would like to see some pics of her as well.
We can help you figure out the year. Heck, I probably could with some close ups.
Also, send the serial # and a pic to: info@tommasini.it
They'll help you as well.
Let's get going on some close ups of that beautiful Tommasini!
By the way, the folks next door in Classic and Vintage would like to see some pics of her as well.
We can help you figure out the year. Heck, I probably could with some close ups.
Also, send the serial # and a pic to: info@tommasini.it
They'll help you as well.
07-04-10, 12:21 PM
calm down its just a bike
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my gf's columbus, DT shifter, 700c, shes 5-0, and no the saddle doesnt stay that low.
07-05-10, 05:10 AM
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- Chorus 11 drivetrain w/ ceramic BB
- Zipp 404s with ceramic bearings
- Deda Zero 100 bar and stem
- Zero G brakes
- Speedplay Ti pedals
- Conti Sprinter tubies
- Prologo saddle w/ junk O8 post
- CC 110 headset
15.2 lbs. as it sits.
Mike
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07-05-10, 05:32 AM
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Should remove the tire, put the tube in correctly and make sure there's no pressure on the sides of the valve anymore.
07-05-10, 10:23 AM
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6'2", 248, and over the years I've come to prefer steel. I've ridden Carbon and aluminum, but steel seems to give me the best combination of comfort and stiffness. I liked my carbon bikes, but carbon bikes simply are not engineered for 248 pound riders. They'll work for a season or so, and then they get to loose. If I'm gonna spend the amount that carbon costs, I want more longevity. There weight is great, but with the thin walls of Columbus spirit and life/true temper OX platinum and S-3 steel frames can be buit to within a pound of carbon and they last.
I also appreciated aluminum/scandium, but the ride characteristics offer no advantage over modern steels. They are plenty stiff, but they tend to be too harsh for my liing. I raced aluminum and it was perfect for a hour long hammer fest, but when I want to head out on a two plus hour ride, I don't want to be propped up on aluminum.
When it comes to steel, I'm not really a 'steel is real' fanatic. I think that all frame materials have advantages and work well for different types of rides or riders. I use my older-heavier steel bikes for winter rides and indoor training. I've got a Thron frame that is very comfortable and solid, but it is way heavy. My newer steel (spirit and OX platinum) are my main rides. They are stiff, not too much heavier than carbon, and they're compliant=comfortable.
If I was lighter, I would definitely go carbon, but at my size, the benefits of carbon are negated by the short lifespan/flex.
I also appreciated aluminum/scandium, but the ride characteristics offer no advantage over modern steels. They are plenty stiff, but they tend to be too harsh for my liing. I raced aluminum and it was perfect for a hour long hammer fest, but when I want to head out on a two plus hour ride, I don't want to be propped up on aluminum.
When it comes to steel, I'm not really a 'steel is real' fanatic. I think that all frame materials have advantages and work well for different types of rides or riders. I use my older-heavier steel bikes for winter rides and indoor training. I've got a Thron frame that is very comfortable and solid, but it is way heavy. My newer steel (spirit and OX platinum) are my main rides. They are stiff, not too much heavier than carbon, and they're compliant=comfortable.
If I was lighter, I would definitely go carbon, but at my size, the benefits of carbon are negated by the short lifespan/flex.
07-05-10, 10:31 AM
calm down its just a bike
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yes guys, the stems looked like that when we first bought the bike, it is now straight as an arrow, but yes the word DETONATOR on the side of the tire is quite awkward, but it works, rolls good 
07-05-10, 04:42 PM
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07-05-10, 05:18 PM
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here is my latest build:
mix of ultegra sl and 105
dt hugi hubs laced to mavic open pro ceramic rims
mix of ultegra sl and 105
dt hugi hubs laced to mavic open pro ceramic rims
07-05-10, 05:59 PM
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I'm down to 2 again...
My '10 Madone 6 that replaced my '08 Madone 5.2 Pro a few months ago.
And my '09 (I think) Masi Speciale Randonneur touring/commute bike that I also use as a training backup when the above isn't available. It's remarkably fun to ride, despite having some of the worst shifters I've ever used.
My '10 Madone 6 that replaced my '08 Madone 5.2 Pro a few months ago.
And my '09 (I think) Masi Speciale Randonneur touring/commute bike that I also use as a training backup when the above isn't available. It's remarkably fun to ride, despite having some of the worst shifters I've ever used.
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07-06-10, 01:57 PM
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Getting closer...
Now take off the saddle bag and bottles, shift to big ring/small cog, align the driveside crank with the chainstay, turn the wheels so "Bontrager" is right side up, and take the shot straight on.
Oh, and flip the stem down, even if it's just for the pic.
Now take off the saddle bag and bottles, shift to big ring/small cog, align the driveside crank with the chainstay, turn the wheels so "Bontrager" is right side up, and take the shot straight on.
Oh, and flip the stem down, even if it's just for the pic.
I gotta go back and check my pics now...
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07-06-10, 08:39 PM
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Getting closer...
Now take off the saddle bag and bottles, shift to big ring/small cog, align the driveside crank with the chainstay, turn the wheels so "Bontrager" is right side up, and take the shot straight on.
Oh, and flip the stem down, even if it's just for the pic.
Now take off the saddle bag and bottles, shift to big ring/small cog, align the driveside crank with the chainstay, turn the wheels so "Bontrager" is right side up, and take the shot straight on.
Oh, and flip the stem down, even if it's just for the pic.
Can't do anything about the "Bontrager" on the wheels because the stems will show 
No idea what you mean about the stem.
07-06-10, 11:03 PM
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Here my brand new 2010 Cannondale 9.6.
Upgrades: Look Keo Max Carbon.
Last picture of my bulldog and bike on the backseat, driving back home.
Upgrades: Look Keo Max Carbon.
Last picture of my bulldog and bike on the backseat, driving back home.