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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-09, 10:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,151
Posted By str8shooter

Hitch mount bike rack that's carbon fiber friendly

I'm looking to put a hich rack on the back of my GMC Terrain. Can any one steer me into a rack that is easy on carbon fiber framed bikes. I'm afraid of clamping up on the top rail. Any good...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-04, 04:05 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 969
Posted By str8shooter

3575 miles on my 2003 Trek 7200. 1000 miles on...

3575 miles on my 2003 Trek 7200.
1000 miles on my 04 Trek 5000 since July. Too rainy this summer to ride many more than that. :mad:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-25-04, 06:53 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 14,956
Posted By str8shooter

I'll be 52 in a couple weeks. Been cycling for 3...

I'll be 52 in a couple weeks. Been cycling for 3 years and seem to be in much better physical condition now than I was at 32. :)
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-04, 11:24 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,745
Posted By str8shooter

You just have to convince her that your 22 year...

You just have to convince her that your 22 year old bike is not "ERGONOMICALLY CORRECT". As much as you love the old bike, riding it is taking toll on the old body. ;)

I'm sure she don't want to...
Forum: Recreational & Family
09-14-04, 06:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,612
Posted By str8shooter

I did a century on my 7200 back in July. It was a...

I did a century on my 7200 back in July. It was a little tough on my butt due to the shorts I was wearing. If you have bicycle shorts wear them. Other thsn that I wasn't too beat up after the ride....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-04, 05:43 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,762
Posted By str8shooter

Yep, July, bought a Trek 5000

Yep, July, bought a Trek 5000
Forum: Road Cycling
08-21-04, 05:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,853
Posted By str8shooter

When I bought my bike I test rode 3 models. Trek...

When I bought my bike I test rode 3 models. Trek 2300, Trek 5000, and Lemond Versaille. Told by the LBS the Versaille and Zurich share the same frame so ride would be the same. When all was said and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-04, 08:54 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 7,408
Posted By str8shooter

Probrably the best emergency tool you could have

Probrably the best emergency tool you could have
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-04, 11:24 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 856
Posted By str8shooter

I have an Ultegra triple it takes very little...

I have an Ultegra triple it takes very little effort to change between chainrings.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-04, 02:06 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,702
Posted By str8shooter

In the washer gentle cycle, cold. Dryer delicate...

In the washer gentle cycle, cold. Dryer delicate setting. No problems.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-04, 06:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 715
Posted By str8shooter

Ooops! Sorry if I might be steering you wrong. I...

Ooops! Sorry if I might be steering you wrong. I should have looked at the links in your post before I replied. I'm talking about the Eie Canal towpath in New York. Now that I looked at the links I...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-04, 06:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 715
Posted By str8shooter

I have never ridden on the towpath, but I hear...

I have never ridden on the towpath, but I hear its very negotiable on a roadbike. A guy I work with has ridden the trip from Buffalo to Albany He said it was a good ride. I believe he is riding a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-04, 05:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,546
Posted By str8shooter

Congrats on the ride. :bday:

Congrats on the ride. :bday:
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-04, 11:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 795
Posted By str8shooter

Too bad about the availability of the 5000. I...

Too bad about the availability of the 5000. I don't think you can go wrong with the 5200. Just came back from a 42 mile ride. Got a big smile on my face. Happy I bought what I did. :D . Test ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-04, 05:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 795
Posted By str8shooter

Look at the Trek 5000. I was in the same boat as...

Look at the Trek 5000. I was in the same boat as you . I set out to buy a 2200. On the day of my fitting The LBS was out of stock on the 2200. I test rode a 2300 and the 5000. Really like the smooth...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-06-04, 03:42 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 3,622
Posted By str8shooter

Tonawanda NY. Northern suburb of Buffalo. Great...

Tonawanda NY. Northern suburb of Buffalo. Great place to ride between April and November. :) Someday I may take up snow skiing, got to have something to do outside besides snowblowing the rest of...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-04, 08:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,791
Posted By str8shooter

phredd, I just picked up a Trek 5000 last month....

phredd, I just picked up a Trek 5000 last month. I have no regrets . nice smooth ride and very responsive. I test rode the 5000, a 2300, and a lemonde. I 'm not a racer but I do like to ride long...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-04, 04:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,801
Posted By str8shooter

Redhed, I agree with the others give it time. I...

Redhed, I agree with the others give it time. I rode a hybrid for the past two years. I bought my first road bike a month ago. After te first couple rides I thought I had made a big mistake. Now 480...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-31-04, 06:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 11,173
Posted By str8shooter

I have an '03 7200. I've put over 3400 miles on...

I have an '03 7200. I've put over 3400 miles on it and it has held up real well. I have not replaced a thing on it. Just cleaned and kept the chain and components lubed about once a week. Of course...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-04, 07:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,267
Posted By str8shooter

Reef, got you beat on the flat. Picked up my...

Reef, got you beat on the flat. Picked up my bike a couple weeks ago. Two flats so far. First one was during the test ride , 2 blocks from the LBS. The second one was at about 350 miles. That one...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-04, 07:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,863
Posted By str8shooter

Prov, I know what you mean decisions , decisions....

Prov, I know what you mean decisions , decisions. When I started looking I basically decided on a Trek because I had such a good experience with my hybrid. I thought I had it narrowed down to a Trek...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-24-04, 07:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 668
Posted By str8shooter

Louis, thanks for the advice. Thats what I...

Louis, thanks for the advice. Thats what I figured the situation would be.

Needless to say a more puncture resistant tube is what I need. Being that it's the second flat in two weeks. Once the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-04, 07:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 668
Posted By str8shooter

700x18-20c tube in a 700x25 tire???

I had a flat last night so I went to the LBS to pickup a tube and CO2 cartridges. He was kind enough to throw in the tube free. When he handed me the box it stated 700x18-20c. I asked him about the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-22-04, 08:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,317
Posted By str8shooter

Wrench ForceŽ CO2/Mini Pump Two Shot

Has anybody used one of these pumps? The dealer had it put away in my seat bag when I picked up my new bike. No Instructions. I was led to believe that it took both 12gr. and 16gr. cartridges. It...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-20-04, 02:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 17,952
Posted By str8shooter

bboseley, you can't go wrong with either bike,...

bboseley, you can't go wrong with either bike, but I'd lean more toward the 7200. I have an '03 7200 and its been a great bike. Trouble free for over 3400 miles. If I,m right the drivetrain...
Forum: Introductions
07-17-04, 02:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 313
Posted By str8shooter

Welcome fellow WNY'ers. I'm relatively new to...

Welcome fellow WNY'ers. I'm relatively new to this forum too. I do a most of my riding along the Niagara River Walk and the Ellicott Creek Trailways. Occasionally I'll hit the roads out to Akron or...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-04, 01:38 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 696
Posted By str8shooter

Congrats bpohl. Great time and average speed.

Congrats bpohl. Great time and average speed.
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-16-04, 07:20 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 15,368
Posted By str8shooter

I'll vouch for distance riding on a 7000 series...

I'll vouch for distance riding on a 7000 series bike. My average weekday after dinner ride on my 7200 is approximately 25 miles. I try to do that at least 3 times a week. On Saturday and Sunday...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-16-04, 05:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 15,368
Posted By str8shooter

Trek is a fine bike. The extra $90 for the...

Trek is a fine bike. The extra $90 for the Navigator 100 over the Navigator 50 get you an aluminum frame, slightly better components, and a little more adjustability in the stem area.

I would...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-04, 12:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 934
Posted By str8shooter

Hold the mode button down for 2 seconds until...

Hold the mode button down for 2 seconds until clock appears. That is the button on the front under the numbers
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-04, 08:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 5,135
Posted By str8shooter

CO2 Inflators

Can anyone tell me what size CO2 cartridges to use with a 700x25c tires. 12gr or 16gr. The recomended tire pressure is 120lbs. I know under inflated tires are bad to ride on. How much over inflated...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-04, 06:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 724
Posted By str8shooter

What's wrong with obsession? My wife thinks I'm...

What's wrong with obsession? My wife thinks I'm obsessed with cycling. :D

My only gripe with the Astrale 8 so far is the non resettable odometer. When I changed the battery in my Trek Fusion I...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-04, 05:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 724
Posted By str8shooter

No you wo'nt lose your odometer reading in the...

No you wo'nt lose your odometer reading in the process. I had mine installed at the LBS when I bought my bike. I noticed my time was not set properly. and on known trails my distance measurement was...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-04, 04:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,152
Posted By str8shooter

The Astrale8 is a wired computer that comes...

The Astrale8 is a wired computer that comes standard with a rear wheel mounted speed sensor and a cadence sensor. I've had mine for a week and it works excellent. I ride on a couple marked paths...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-10-04, 08:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 332
Posted By str8shooter

Second Century Today

Last Saturday I did my first century riding my old Trek 7200 hybrid and a pair of cotton shorts. "Big mistake." My butt was sore for three days after that. Sunday I went and picked up a pair of...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-10-04, 01:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,317
Posted By str8shooter

Dnvrfox, Well put: "And almost everyone who...

Dnvrfox, Well put: "And almost everyone who states they will not be riding their bike much later rues that statement. Biking on a good bike is so much fun, that it becomes addictive, and you want to...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-10-04, 05:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,317
Posted By str8shooter

I have to agree with Brian. Buy from a reputable...

I have to agree with Brian. Buy from a reputable bike dealer. The free tuneups are a plus no a must. you usually get to test ride before you buy. One of the biggest reason to buy from a good shop is...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-04, 05:37 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,212
Posted By str8shooter

"Yes I did",and felt like a fool. Fortunately to...

"Yes I did",and felt like a fool. Fortunately to the right on soft ground and tall grass to ease the pain. The LBS where I bought the shoes, pedal, and cleats, wasn't very informative on setup. The...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-07-04, 05:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,879
Posted By str8shooter

I've had a Trek 7200 for a couple years now....

I've had a Trek 7200 for a couple years now. After a little over 3300 miles I would say it has been a real good bike. :) Still going strong with all the original parts. The rear tire is showing...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-04, 08:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 570
Posted By str8shooter

Thanks for the advice guys. I picked up a pair of...

Thanks for the advice guys. I picked up a pair of Pearl Izumi Quest shorts this morning.The store I was at was limited on sizes and styles so I settled for these to have something to wear for my...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-04, 01:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 537
Posted By str8shooter

Took the plunge

Went to the LBS this morning to be fitted for a new bike. I had every intention of walking out the door with a Trek 2200. I pick up my Trek 5000 in the morning. After the fitting he checked his...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-04, 08:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 570
Posted By str8shooter

Just a pair of JC Penneys cotton shorts over a...

Just a pair of JC Penneys cotton shorts over a pair of Fruit of the Loom cotton briefs. Until yesterday my longest ride was 67 miles, no real problem at that distance. what a difference 33 miles...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-04, 07:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 570
Posted By str8shooter

I'm glad to say my butt is the only thing...

I'm glad to say my butt is the only thing bothering me from yesterdays ride. I may take your advice and buy some of that cream. First I think I'm going to invest in a good pair of bicycle shorts. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-04, 08:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 570
Posted By str8shooter

Congats geneman. Sounds like one heck of a ride....

Congats geneman. Sounds like one heck of a ride. I'm proud to say I also did my first century today. I can relate to what your butt feels like, I'm in the same boat. I live in the Buffalo area and...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-01-04, 07:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 717
Posted By str8shooter

Carbon seatpost and seatpost mounted rack

Does anybody know of seatpost mounted rear rack that is carbon freindly? I'm going to buy a Trek 2200 next week. While I was at the LBS I was looking for accessories to go with it. I asked about the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-04, 06:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 513
Posted By str8shooter

Trek 5000

A new player entered the quest for a new bike. The Trek 5000. I was pretty much set to get either the 2200 or 2300. Leaning more toward the 2200. Along comes the 5000 same basic components as the...
Forum: Introductions
06-26-04, 09:02 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 189
Posted By str8shooter

Hello from Tonawanda NY (Buffalo area)

Hello all, I'm a relative newbie to biking. Took it up two years ago to try and burn off a few unwanted pounds. Glad to say it worked :) . I'm about 6 miles from the Niagara Riverwalk which is a real...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-04, 07:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 724
Posted By str8shooter

Trek 2200 or 2300 ?

I'm a relatively new rider. I've been riding a Trek 7200 hybrid for the past two summers. Nice bike but now its time to upgrade. I discovered riding the open roads is much more enjoyable than bike...
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