New guy to BF and cycling for that matter.
08-21-10 | 09:40 PM
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From: Overland Park, KS
Bikes: 2012 Trek Madone 4.5 WSD
New guy to BF and cycling for that matter.
Hey everybody Just thought I would properly introduce myself since I've mostly been lurking. Anyway here is my ride. It is not impressive I know. 1985 Murray is about the only name that I know it goes by.
08-22-10 | 06:40 AM
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SLJ 6/8/65-5/2/07
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From: SE Florida, USA aka the Treasure Coast
Well, let me be the first to actually welcome you to BF. 
Your bike is older and no, it's "not impressive" as you point out. It's a department store bike but it is your bike and if you are riding it it is better than any number of more expensive bikes sitting in garages, basements and etc.
Despite the first responses there is good info around here so hang out, post if you want and keep riding.
A warning: If you start riding new stuff it quickly becomes addictive.
Your bike is older and no, it's "not impressive" as you point out. It's a department store bike but it is your bike and if you are riding it it is better than any number of more expensive bikes sitting in garages, basements and etc.
Despite the first responses there is good info around here so hang out, post if you want and keep riding.
A warning: If you start riding new stuff it quickly becomes addictive.
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08-22-10 | 06:42 AM
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From: South of Raleigh, North of New Hill, East of Harris Lake, NC
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Welcome to the forums. You're Murray looks to be in nice condition, but that's a REALLY heavy bike. If you are serious about road biking, you might want to think about moving to a lighter bike with better components.
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08-22-10 | 10:51 AM
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Still can't climb
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From: Limey in Taiwan
welcome.
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08-22-10 | 11:15 AM
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From: SE Florida, USA aka the Treasure Coast
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08-22-10 | 11:24 AM
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Still can't climb
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From: Limey in Taiwan
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08-22-10 | 03:33 PM
#15
ka maté ka maté ka ora
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From: wessex
Bikes: breezer venturi - red novo bosberg - red, pedal force cg1 - red, neuvation f-100 - da, devinci phantom - xt, miele piste - miche/campy, bianchi reparto corse sbx, concorde squadra tsx - da, miele team issue sl - ultegra
op, stay away from bikes. they're catching.
08-22-10 | 05:50 PM
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From: Overland Park, KS
Bikes: 2012 Trek Madone 4.5 WSD
Thanks for the warm welcome everyone. Even if some have a strange way of saying it :-) Yes the bike is very heavy and I was realizing that today while trying to climb up even some small hills. It did manage to get me about 40 miles today so there is always that. Once again thank you all for receiving me as well as you have.
08-22-10 | 07:14 PM
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Has coddling tendencies.
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From: Topanga Canyon
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Welcome OP! I like the red & black color scheme on the Murray. My other comment is that seat looks painful! You'd be surprised at what a new modern seat (doesn't have to be expensive) will do to keep you riding longer without discomfort or pain.
Oh, and your choice of background is about the exact opposite of the official Bike Forums bike photo. White garage door, fence, interior wall, are the approved standard backgrounds. A bike posed in front of garbage cans and foyer benches are out.
Oh, and your choice of background is about the exact opposite of the official Bike Forums bike photo. White garage door, fence, interior wall, are the approved standard backgrounds. A bike posed in front of garbage cans and foyer benches are out.
08-22-10 | 07:39 PM
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If you rode 40 miles today you are off to a fine start! 
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08-23-10 | 08:33 AM
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From: Maine
Looking at the pictures is looks like all your cables are way too loose. especially your rear brake cable. i would get those fixed by your LBS... shouldn't cost too much.
looks like a pretty good bike to start on to me though. welcome.
looks like a pretty good bike to start on to me though. welcome.
08-23-10 | 11:10 AM
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From: Overland Park, KS
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@KiddSisko, the saddle is definitely murder that is at the top of my new purchase list. The cables are very loose but being held in place by some electrical tape right now hopefully getting fixed tomorrow though.
