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Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-18-09, 03:05 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,222
Posted By BikeGk

The cups only touch the skewer and i'm using a...

The cups only touch the skewer and i'm using a spare skewer. (It is a fluid trainer). Thanks.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-17-09, 09:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,222
Posted By BikeGk

How much do you tighten a trainer?

I got my trainer finally. I was wondering how tight I should mount the trainer to the skewer? I'm afraid if I go too tight I'll damage the bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-14-09, 04:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,224
Posted By BikeGk

Ok, just checking...make sure nothing is wrong...

Ok, just checking...make sure nothing is wrong with it. Thanks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-14-09, 03:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,224
Posted By BikeGk

My TT century came today. It has PLENTY of...

My TT century came today. It has PLENTY of resistance for me in 24th gear. It seems a little loud though, and a lot of people have said it to be fairly quiet. This is my first trainer so I can't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-09-09, 10:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,224
Posted By BikeGk

Well, I have a dilemma then. The adjustable TT...

Well, I have a dilemma then. The adjustable TT is backordered till the 19th now and I'm getting impatient. I am tempted to cancel and get the TT century non-adjustable. I read a lot of reviews...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-09-09, 11:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,224
Posted By BikeGk

I ride for fitness purposes. That's why I was...

I ride for fitness purposes. That's why I was looking for a trainer with enough resistance to blast my legs. I ordered the TT adjustadle fluid but it is backordered. Would the non adjustable fit...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-08-09, 06:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,224
Posted By BikeGk

hmmm...I was looking at the roller type. I don't...

hmmm...I was looking at the roller type. I don't understand the difference though between rollers and trainers.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-03-09, 10:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,224
Posted By BikeGk

Is the Fluid2 by Cycleops much better than the TT?

Is the Fluid2 by Cycleops much better than the TT?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-03-09, 09:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,224
Posted By BikeGk

Yea, I'm on a budget. I guess I'll go with the...

Yea, I'm on a budget. I guess I'll go with the adjustable version of the TT.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-03-09, 07:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,224
Posted By BikeGk

Buying a fluid trainer.

I'm about to purchase my first trainer. I have decided on the Travel Trac Century Fluid Trainer. I read the forums and most people seem to agree that the adjustable is not necessary, but it's only...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-05-09, 07:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 537
Posted By BikeGk

Arethe generic trainers/less expensive trainers...

Arethe generic trainers/less expensive trainers damaging to the bike in any way?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-04-09, 08:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 537
Posted By BikeGk

Need a trainer

I'm looking for a trainer so I can ride my 7.2fx in my home. I found a huge amount of them for various prices. I'm looking for an inexpensive yet reliable trainer, nothing fancy. Any suggestions?
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-09-08, 03:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 525
Posted By BikeGk

I was riding through a wooded trail...over tree...

I was riding through a wooded trail...over tree roots, lots of leaves/dirt, uneven terrain. I thought maybe I was going too fast, but my friend with his walmart bike handled it ok.
Not sure what...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-09-08, 02:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 525
Posted By BikeGk

Wiped out today

I wiped out on a trail today, the front tire just skidded out on me on a turn through some dirt. I bought a bike from a friend that I made some changes to because I have a 7.2fx for the road, and I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-15-08, 09:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 773
Posted By BikeGk

Nobody has seen these?

Nobody has seen these?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-08, 08:34 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

Guys, post #24 shows me on the bike in case any...

Guys, post #24 shows me on the bike in case any of you missed it. Do I look like I'm reaching too far? P.S.- I have since raised the handlebar height by putting the washer back underneath the stem.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-08, 07:08 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

I wouldn't say that I have to "reach out far to...

I wouldn't say that I have to "reach out far to grab the handlebars." I actually feel good on the bike, except my hands hurt and sometimes my elbows. I really am not sure if it is because I'm new...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-08, 06:47 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

But how do I "know" the frame is too big? I...

But how do I "know" the frame is too big? I haven't ridden since I was a kid. Maybe my body needs to adapt?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-08, 06:25 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

Hope these pics demonstrate what I am talking...

Hope these pics demonstrate what I am talking about.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-08, 05:51 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

Ok, I need help again. My seat feels right, and...

Ok, I need help again. My seat feels right, and I spun the handle bars around so that the "bowed-in" part faces me, which brought the handles closer to me. Is this not advisable, will it result in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-13-08, 09:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 773
Posted By BikeGk

wheels and seat locks

My LBS has a Sunlite kit that consists of wheels locks and a seat post lock. I am thinking of converting my quick release's to this. The set comes with a key. Anyone have experience with these?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-12-08, 04:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 405
Posted By BikeGk

I like it! What height do you have yours at to...

I like it! What height do you have yours at to fit the 2 bikes?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-12-08, 12:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 653
Posted By BikeGk

I have been riding a 2009 7.2FX for a few weeks...

I have been riding a 2009 7.2FX for a few weeks now. I just got back into biking so I don't have much experience, but I love the bike. It looks great, rides great...I took it on a 9 mile trip a few...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-12-08, 12:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 405
Posted By BikeGk

Bike Rack

I have 3 bikes now and I'm looking for storage ideas. Does anyone have suggestions and/or pics of their methods of storing multiple bikes in the home/ basement?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-09-08, 03:01 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

Rode 9 miles today. What have I learned? The...

Rode 9 miles today. What have I learned? The seat needs to come up another 1/2-1 inch and I also raised the handlebars back to their "stock" height. Feels good now, but my hands still hurt after a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-09-08, 12:19 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 17,274
Posted By BikeGk

Matrix 750 wheels

My 7.2FX has Matrix 750 wheels that fit a tire 700x35c. I am curious as to the size of the wheel, does anyone know how many inches these are?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-09-08, 12:12 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,622
Posted By BikeGk

I don't know. I made some adjustments and after...

I don't know. I made some adjustments and after riding, they seemed to have moved again....almost as if they will not hold alignment/adjustment.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-09-08, 12:11 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

I raised the bars by 1 washer and moved the seat...

I raised the bars by 1 washer and moved the seat forward by about 1 inch. It feels pretty good and I can flex my elbows very easily. I also hit 22.8 mph with this setup, so I must be doing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-08-08, 07:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,166
Posted By BikeGk

Tri Flow lubricant

I bought a small bottle of this stuff to maintain my bike...I was wondering if it works well for lubing the chain as well?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-07-08, 08:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 775
Posted By BikeGk

Ok, have been breaking it in. I went on a 5mi...

Ok, have been breaking it in. I went on a 5mi ride tonight. It performed well and everything was going well except toward the end of the ride I was pedaling and all of a sudden it started shifting...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-07-08, 08:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 630
Posted By BikeGk

Yea I just got back into riding and rode 5mi...

Yea I just got back into riding and rode 5mi tonight on a road that is like a mini Highway. It was quite an experience. I used my Trek 7.2fx with a Blackburn Headlight and taillight;front and rear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-07-08, 06:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,622
Posted By BikeGk

Ok, I bought a spoke wrench....but have yet to...

Ok, I bought a spoke wrench....but have yet to TRUE the wheel. I was riding tonight and when I apply my front brakes...they make a ridiculously loud screeching noise....rear brakes are silent...is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-07-08, 06:09 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

Ok, everyone I rode 5miles today. The seat...

Ok, everyone I rode 5miles today. The seat height seems great. I was able to get a nice range of motion with each pedal. I am not so sure the handlebars are correct...My hands started hurting in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-06-08, 04:48 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

Yea, I guess I shouldn't have said that. I am...

Yea, I guess I shouldn't have said that. I am just learning.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-06-08, 04:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,973
Posted By BikeGk

Ok, so I called my LBS today and told them that...

Ok, so I called my LBS today and told them that the pump was no good...they said it should work fine, to bring it in before 6pm. I rushed home from work, and got their at 5:30PM..... They lied and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-06-08, 04:13 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

Yea, thanks for the tip....I keep adjusting the...

Yea, thanks for the tip....I keep adjusting the brakes and cannot get them to where I want them to be...meaning that I adjust them, everything seems fine, then after riding they seem to be a little...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-08, 07:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,973
Posted By BikeGk

Here is the "turbo" model....is the gauge...

Here is the "turbo" model....is the gauge different than the non-turbo model?...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-08, 05:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,973
Posted By BikeGk

That's what I was thinking too....how can they...

That's what I was thinking too....how can they advertise this thing for 120PSI and I can't get past 40PSI?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-08, 05:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,973
Posted By BikeGk

Oops forgot link.... ...

Oops forgot link.... http://www.amazon.com/Topeak-Road-Morph-Bike-Gauge/dp/B000FI6YOS/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=sporting-goods&qid=1223246864&sr=1-1
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-08, 04:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,973
Posted By BikeGk

This one? Does it attach where the water bottle...

This one? Does it attach where the water bottle bracket is? Can the water bracket be attached along with this?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-08, 03:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,973
Posted By BikeGk

This thing is rated to pump up to 120psi, what a...

This thing is rated to pump up to 120psi, what a ripoff!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-08, 03:16 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,973
Posted By BikeGk

Thanks, so what pump do I need to buy? (I want to...

Thanks, so what pump do I need to buy? (I want to carry it on the bike)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-08, 03:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,973
Posted By BikeGk

Can't get frame pump to work right.

http://www.onetri.com/sunlite-surge-gauge-frame-pump-p-3370.html

I bought this pump and can't seem to get it to work properly. First of all the diagram/intruction is backwards. It says that the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-08, 12:02 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

Lol, that is my basement/workshop. Not a WDS...

Lol, that is my basement/workshop. Not a WDS frame... http://www.trekbikes.com/us/en/bikes/road/fx/72fx/ That is how the frame is...For what it's worth, this bike is advertised for its upright...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-08, 11:13 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

Not too difficult to get my leg over the seat. I...

Not too difficult to get my leg over the seat. I had the seat down because I was ignorant and did not know how it should be. I also haven't ridden a bike since I was a kid, so I guess I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-08, 10:45 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

Ok, here it is...just keep one thing in mind...I...

Ok, here it is...just keep one thing in mind...I had to keep my left toes on the ground for balance, so my right leg will probably lock out in full extension when I'm seated more properly. I am...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-04-08, 10:28 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

Are you saying to move the 3 spacers from the top...

Are you saying to move the 3 spacers from the top of the steering bracket to the bottom? And then flip it over, so it slopes downward instead of upwards?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-04-08, 01:06 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

Ok everyone, I am 5'9" ish with my sneakers on. ...

Ok everyone, I am 5'9" ish with my sneakers on. I just made some adjustments as per BarracksSi suggestions. Here's an updated pic. I haven't gotten a chance to ride just yet....but it looks...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-04-08, 08:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,622
Posted By BikeGk

I am going to buy a wheel stand this weekend and...

I am going to buy a wheel stand this weekend and check it out...thanks for the help everyone.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-04-08, 07:53 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 4,214
Posted By BikeGk

The seat height is correct IMO. I adjusted it...

The seat height is correct IMO. I adjusted it based on bicycletutor.com tutorial. I could have went with the 20 or the 17.5 frame according to the shop. I chose the 17.5 because it gives me the...
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