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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-31-15, 08:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,414
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Thanks I'll add that one to my list! Could you...

Thanks I'll add that one to my list! Could you describe "easily air up" in terms of time, effort, and number if pumps with the Master Blaster? Thanks!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-31-15, 08:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,414
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Recommend me a pump.

So I'm thinking I need a new pump, and am needing advice. I use my cx bike for everything from commuting to mountain biking. I normally ride to the trails, drop my tires to 30 or so PSI, shred, then...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-20-14, 11:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,053
Posted By fxdgrjedi

I usually just cut and crimp on an end cap, but...

I usually just cut and crimp on an end cap, but its because Im vain and have some sweet red ano cable crimps! Little details...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-20-14, 11:10 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,053
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Replacing shift cables. Do I really need special "techy" cables/housing?

I bought my first CX bike a year ago and its definitely past time to replace my cables/housing. I dont do any racing, but I do ride dirt and singletrack a LOT (hashtag CX bike as MTB!) I usually...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-20-14, 10:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 14,280
Posted By fxdgrjedi

This topic is relevant to my interests. I do...

This topic is relevant to my interests. I do pretty much the exact same, and switching tyres does kindof suck. I haven't any experience with either tyre you have mentioned, but I have had good luck...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-17-14, 09:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,782
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Yes, yes you do want a cx bike. IMHO a cross...

Yes, yes you do want a cx bike. IMHO a cross bike is a very logical but overlooked choice for a "first" road bike. The utility, room for wider tires, upright-erish position, and longer wheelbase...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-16-14, 02:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,310
Posted By fxdgrjedi

I am riding the Promax P1 Short brakes. They...

I am riding the Promax P1 Short brakes. They were cheap at ~23 each and come in COLORS! I ride mostly buff singletrack and the pavement to get to said buff singletrack. They are a wonderful...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-07-13, 08:50 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,033
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Nice. Love the inserts! OK, what is it, and...

Nice. Love the inserts! OK, what is it, and where can I get one. I need this.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-06-13, 11:24 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,975
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Thanks again for all the replies and advice. I...

Thanks again for all the replies and advice. I looked again at the dropout really close and hard and I don't think that it is cracked. The crack that everyone is referring to is some paint...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-13, 07:56 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,975
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Nice! Thanks for info for sure. Ill look into...

Nice! Thanks for info for sure. Ill look into them. I'm definitely going to let a pro do it for sure, now it just looks like a matter of how badly I want it done. For the cost of the fix, a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-13, 12:48 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,975
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Word. I'm saving my pennies so I can get it done...

Word. I'm saving my pennies so I can get it done right with a nice respray.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-13, 12:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,975
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Yeah, I've measured all the spaces with a...

Yeah, I've measured all the spaces with a caliper, so I know it should clear a 35mm. Ive had a 32mm Ritchey Speedmax CX actually in there an it had room to spare!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-13, 09:44 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,975
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Since its an older frame, it clears 32mm tires...

Since its an older frame, it clears 32mm tires easily! I am limited to 28s with standard road calipers, hence wanting to get canti bosses installed!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-13, 08:48 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,975
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Interesting thought for sure. Ive never seen a...

Interesting thought for sure. Ive never seen a steel bike with a replaceable hanger. Generally the benefit of steel is that one CAN bend it back. My situation is a freak/stupid/rare accident.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-13, 08:43 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,975
Posted By fxdgrjedi

THanks, I'll check into PDX builders. I've...

THanks, I'll check into PDX builders. I've already contacted Alan at Oxide, he is of the same opinion as everyone else, its trashed and has to be replaced. However, he only does TIG work.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-13, 08:49 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,975
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Hey thanks for all the advice so far. I emailed...

Hey thanks for all the advice so far. I emailed Serotta and they said that they car not taking any repair work going forward... Bummer. Thanks for the suggestion about Yellow Jersey. Ill look...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-13, 03:41 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 6,975
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Badly bent dropout/hanger. Should I try to fix it?

Hello all. Advice needed.

I have an early 90's Serotta Colorado II frame that has a very badly bent dropout and derailleur hanger as a result of a crash/derailleurcagegotsuckedintotherearwheel...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-26-13, 03:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,385
Posted By fxdgrjedi

What is everyone's favorite ~28mm tire?

Hey all, not sure if im in the right subforum but my question has dirt content so here goes: I'm looking for suggestions for ~28mm tires suitable for road/gravel/groomed singletrack trail use. My...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-13, 02:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,611
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Lol I wish. I'm lookin at aluminum bikes ~$1500. ...

Lol I wish. I'm lookin at aluminum bikes ~$1500. Thanks for all the replies so far. I guess I'll have to find a shop to see which one looks best out of the Defy, Domane, and Synapse. Ugh, wish the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-13, 12:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,611
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Looking for a bike that can fit 28mm tires

I am looking to upgrade from a steel road race frame to something stiffer and more modern. I have been considering bikes such as the Giant Defy 1, Trek Domane, and Cannondale Synapse because I have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-13, 08:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,466
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Hey all, thanks for the great replies. Thanks...

Hey all, thanks for the great replies. Thanks for everyones insight about shifters and hubs. I feel much better about getting a S-A hub of any age now. Hopefully I can find one with everything I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-13, 12:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,466
Posted By fxdgrjedi

IGH hubs and downtube shifter compatiblility

Hey all. Not really sure where else on BF to ask this question, so I thought I'd land it inthe mechanics forum.

I'm looking to build up a rear wheel with a 3-speed internal coaster brake hub. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-28-13, 06:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 26,705
Posted By fxdgrjedi

OMG I so totally wanted one of those. Still do...

OMG I so totally wanted one of those. Still do too. Id totally ride one as my erryday whip. Sigh...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-24-13, 07:45 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 20,701
Posted By fxdgrjedi

This thread is totally relevant to my interests....

This thread is totally relevant to my interests. I've been thinking about converting my conversion, a 90s Atala road race frame into a 3 speed coaster. I really like the clean simple look of a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-19-13, 11:34 AM
Replies: 208
Views: 13,869
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Top five BFSSFG thread topics, perpetually...

Top five BFSSFG thread topics, perpetually present in some form or another on the first page...
1. What size Kilo TT should I get?
2. Clipless vs Clip+Straps?
3. What's a good fixie for under...
Forum: Commuting
05-19-13, 08:46 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,839
Posted By fxdgrjedi

I have had a Cygolite Expilion 400 for the past...

I have had a Cygolite Expilion 400 for the past two years and am loving it. Its one of those USB rechargeable ones. It makes riding at night quite a joy. I used to have sub 100 lumen lights that...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-18-13, 04:58 PM
Replies: 4,189
Views: 836,089
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Love this conversion. Flippin' proper!

Love this conversion. Flippin' proper!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-14-13, 05:51 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,250
Posted By fxdgrjedi

So, if I may threadjack for a moment, what are...

So, if I may threadjack for a moment, what are some examples of kit that are good construction and cut without the markup of a brand name?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-21-13, 01:55 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,888
Posted By fxdgrjedi

IRO all the way IMHO. I bought the MarkV Pro...

IRO all the way IMHO. I bought the MarkV Pro frameset a few years back (sold it since and regretting it...) and thought that it was a great frameset for the money. Very stiff, good all around geo,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-15-12, 08:45 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,277
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Almost forgot about this thread. Glad it got...

Almost forgot about this thread. Glad it got drug up because all I wanted to say was:

Embro up bro. Rule #5 bro.

Thats all..
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-15-12, 11:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,680
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Really sad about the color scheme on the Breed. ...

Really sad about the color scheme on the Breed. The 2012 black/green color scheme was so bad-a...
However, the F65x continues to be sweet!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-11-12, 08:45 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,134,016
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Toying with the idea of converting my conversion...

Toying with the idea of converting my conversion into a SSCX bike. Its an older racing frame so it has the clearance for 32s. Gonna pick up a freewheel from the LBS this weekend and try it out. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-09-12, 03:33 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,134,016
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Today I: Realized my bikes are getting...

Today I:

Realized my bikes are getting really lonely. With my new teaching job, commute is much longer, hours are much longer, so my Buddy 125 gets ridden almost everyday. So I got my conversion...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-17-12, 09:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 972
Posted By fxdgrjedi

No need for DZRs unless one is overly oncerned...

No need for DZRs unless one is overly oncerned about street cred. Furthermore, no need for Keo Blades and SIDIs unless you wanna look PRO. Some touring shoes and pedals should suit you just fine. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-10-12, 10:14 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,482
Posted By fxdgrjedi

I agree with everything suggested above with one...

I agree with everything suggested above with one addittion: some kind of tire boot. I have been stranded a few times on my road bike and MTB because of a sidewall puncture, in addition to that one...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-06-12, 02:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 942
Posted By fxdgrjedi

My poor road bike... (OR, long live fixed gear bikes)

<coolstorybro>

My poor road bike is getting jealous this summer. With good reason too. To begin with, its a REALLY nice bike, to me at least. a 90s Serotta Colorado II make in the USA with full...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-01-12, 08:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,725
Posted By fxdgrjedi

My tummy is sensitive about dairy too, but that...

My tummy is sensitive about dairy too, but that Chobani yogurt has been pretty good to me. Much better than the sugar loaded supermarket branded stuff I used to buy...

My perfect breakfast......
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-09-12, 09:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 939
Posted By fxdgrjedi

I would feel a lot better if you converted it to...

I would feel a lot better if you converted it to a FG tri bike with 60mm of spacers to the aerobars and rode it around town in a t-shirt and spandex shorts. Do it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-05-12, 09:05 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 8,058
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Boise Idaho. Tons of folks on SS/FG here, myself...

Boise Idaho. Tons of folks on SS/FG here, myself included. Probably moreso because sw8t fixxays are hip and all that, but our terrain is still super flat. Unless you venture into the foothills for...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-26-12, 09:06 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,827
Posted By fxdgrjedi

I got some Sun M13IIs laced to velocitys. Im not...

I got some Sun M13IIs laced to velocitys. Im not excactly sure on the weight, but my calculations come to approx 1800g. I got them from a popular online wheel retailer (PM for deets) for about...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-12-12, 10:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 869
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Breakfast on the Bike

Hello all.

I am looking for suggestions on getting my morning nutrition while on the bike. My situation is this: I am wanting to sneak out of the house a little earlier to tack on some miles and...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
05-18-12, 01:58 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 12,739
Posted By fxdgrjedi

I wish... Steel is real. It would actually...

I wish... Steel is real.

It would actually be cool if there was a legit pro-level race that required the use of period bikes with downtube shifters. Kindof a retro-throwback race like the Eroica...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-18-12, 01:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,563
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Rode my bike to work today, same as pretty much...

Rode my bike to work today, same as pretty much every day. 25mph steady headwind too, but for some reason I had some good power in the legs. Only had to tell them to shut up once or twice!
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-07-12, 01:23 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 4,073
Posted By fxdgrjedi

+1 on this. I have the Nitto RB021s and have the...

+1 on this. I have the Nitto RB021s and have the same gripe. I thought that these handlebars would be the holy grail of handlebars for me. Shoot, they look amazing, great shape, but no flat...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-04-12, 09:16 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 45,665
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Great bike. Perfect setup. I miss the Rob Roys....

Great bike. Perfect setup. I miss the Rob Roys. I wish I wudda bought one while IRO still made them...
Forum: Commuting
05-02-12, 01:20 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 8,848
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Gatorskins are a really good choice. I am...

Gatorskins are a really good choice.

I am running a 25c Panaracer T-Serv PT on my bike right now and Im really liking it. I even used it on my roadie this Sat for a fast training ride and it...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-02-12, 11:50 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 45,665
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Awesomeo post Octopus! I think I read your...

Awesomeo post Octopus! I think I read your write-up about riding Ventoux on a fixed gear (on a white IRO, right?) All four routes in one day is simply epic. That is a feat that I would be hard...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-27-12, 01:55 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,777
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Stick some 25s on your tricross, slam that stem,...

Stick some 25s on your tricross, slam that stem, and pwn some roadies...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-27-12, 01:52 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,134,016
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Today I... am glad I have a bike with gears. ...

Today I... am glad I have a bike with gears. Dat headwind was killer, esp on an empty stomach. Campagnolo>breakfast.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-24-12, 10:42 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,109
Posted By fxdgrjedi

Roadie (Speed): Vittoria Rubinos are my fav. ...

Roadie (Speed): Vittoria Rubinos are my fav. Just the right combo of light, supple, and surprisingly flat resistant.

Fixed/Commuter(durability): I have a Panaracer T-Serve 25c on the front right...
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