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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-10, 09:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,482
Posted By TheSodaJerk

it means when you removed your stem bolt the...

it means when you removed your stem bolt the wedge fell down into the open tube beneath your stem. take the same approach with removing the stem, tap it lightly with a mallet and it should come out,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-29-10, 10:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 887
Posted By TheSodaJerk

They look overpriced but the shop may have some...

They look overpriced but the shop may have some decent stuff, Id shop around, but Im one of those people, I gotta know Im going to be happy with a purchase before I get it.
Forum: Commuting
05-26-10, 10:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 30,274
Posted By TheSodaJerk

I would rather have the 26" wheels here myself,...

I would rather have the 26" wheels here myself, it seems like a whole lot of tire to push to be honest. I love 700c rims, but I dont like pushing more than 28mm with them, they start to feel sluggish...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-21-10, 11:25 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 705
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Whats wrong with Powerspline BBs?

So Im looking at getting a cheap-o fixed gear. Standard fare, BD Kilo TT (stripper in Raw), Windsor the Hour, I kind of like the Moto Messenger as well.

I would jump straight in for the Kilo but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-18-10, 12:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 662
Posted By TheSodaJerk

The Bicycle manufacturing industry? It isnt a...

The Bicycle manufacturing industry? It isnt a huffy for sure, but its not the top of the line. They were a little abrasive but not incorrect. I think the OP took it the right way.

My advice: Get...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-10, 12:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,913
Posted By TheSodaJerk

People complaining of failures within minutes are...

People complaining of failures within minutes are either installing them improperly or buying really bad ones. I'll go to my LBS today and get the brand I used to buy, Ive used newer Park Tools...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-11-10, 03:26 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,781
Posted By TheSodaJerk

How did the bike store mislead you? They used a...

How did the bike store mislead you? They used a legally defined word that the manufacturer itself uses to represent their products. Even if they did know the frame/components werent manufactured in...
Forum: Living Car Free
05-11-10, 03:03 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,066
Posted By TheSodaJerk

It annoys me sometimes that I cant get fast food...

It annoys me sometimes that I cant get fast food on a bike once the dining rooms are closed, but I dont trip on it too hard anymore after realizing the real reason they dont serve you. It isnt...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-10, 02:48 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 24,443
Posted By TheSodaJerk

I used to use glueless patches exclusively on my...

I used to use glueless patches exclusively on my bike, Ive used the glue ones too, but I found that when I started running smaller tires (23mm) the regular patches started to fail (combination of how...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-10, 11:08 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,560
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Would this fit an Onguard bulldog model? or a...

Would this fit an Onguard bulldog model? or a full sized kryptonite? That looks like a mini and I just cant dig those.
Forum: Living Car Free
05-04-10, 11:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,021
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Bay area rapid Transit, SF Bay area, Ca ...

Bay area rapid Transit, SF Bay area, Ca

Minimum Fare: $1.75 (last time I road, it went up more than twice in one year so I gave up)
Maximum Fare: $7.05

Those are one way trips and for $1.75...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-24-10, 10:20 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,144
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Im lovin this^ :lol: I smoke, been more...

Im lovin this^ :lol:

I smoke, been more lately but somewhere in the neighborhood of 7-12 cigs a day. I definetly feel it and know my preformance onand off the bike would be significantly better if...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-10-10, 11:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 647
Posted By TheSodaJerk

yure probably going to get a new hub..

yure probably going to get a new hub..
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-10, 09:42 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,815
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Youre right, It isnt an auction site, but it is a...

Youre right, It isnt an auction site, but it is a place where you can solicit multiple offers without making a ton of effort. Its part of captialism, if there is demand for a particular product then...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-31-10, 10:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 482
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Yea, some tire/rim combos can be a little picky....

Yea, some tire/rim combos can be a little picky. I used to ride 22mm tires on cxp-22 rims and about 10-15% of the time I would end up with a pinch flat just because of how tight the fit was and how...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-10, 04:32 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,253
Posted By TheSodaJerk

I know old mirage's have one peice cranks, which...

I know old mirage's have one peice cranks, which may create some problems if its before about '75. I believe that later on in the 70s they stopped using cottered cranks so you would have more option...
Forum: Commuting
03-22-10, 11:20 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,875
Posted By TheSodaJerk

a used older road bike will only run you...

a used older road bike will only run you $100-$300 provided you dont need a PX10 or something of similar heritage. Right now in SFCL theres a $200 all original motobecane that looks like a pretty...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-20-10, 09:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 689
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Yea, this build is looking like it would be...

Yea, this build is looking like it would be better suited to a frame I know I will like. Id love to replace the ~70s motobecane mirage I had stolen from me, and if its going to cost in excess of $500...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-20-10, 04:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 689
Posted By TheSodaJerk

So I came up with a set up replacement parts ...

So I came up with a set up replacement parts

BB -- Velo Orange French Threaded from Harris Cyclery
Headset -- Velo Orange French Threaded from Harris Cyclery
Seat Tube -- Generic
Handlebars --...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-19-10, 10:19 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,760
Posted By TheSodaJerk

The best solution Ive heard of is adding a large...

The best solution Ive heard of is adding a large diameter/mass flywheel in order to balance out any fluctuation in cadence and allow a better power output after utilizing the bikes gearing. as others...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-19-10, 01:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 689
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Downtube Decal ...

Downtube Decal
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v129/StupidPenguins/115618.jpg
Seat Tube Decals
http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v129/StupidPenguins/115501.jpg

The metalic decal on the seat...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-19-10, 12:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 689
Posted By TheSodaJerk

If you need some better ones I can try and get...

If you need some better ones I can try and get them, hopefully by later tonite. Looks like Ive got some more research to do! Thanks

Ive been looking for a serial number on this frame, do you know...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-19-10, 12:20 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 689
Posted By TheSodaJerk

IDing a 70s Peugot Frame

So I have been holding onto this old road frame. I am relatively certain that it is an a-08 frame, due to a lack of chrome and the cottered cranks. I am looking to build it up, and I want to make...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-10, 04:38 AM
Replies: 15,453
Views: 4,079,044
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Ive been holding onto this early 70s Peugeot, I...

Ive been holding onto this early 70s Peugeot, I think its only an a-08 but I still like the lug work and Im too broke to get a new frame.

If anyone can give me a definite answer on the frame model...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-17-09, 10:40 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,666
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Dont feed the trolls

Dont feed the trolls
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-10-09, 05:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,619
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Im using a motobecane mirage as my fixed gear. I...

Im using a motobecane mirage as my fixed gear. I dont know how vertical the drop outs on that, or even when yours is from, but mine works great.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-30-09, 10:57 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,519
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Most people I know dont work in the area their...

Most people I know dont work in the area their degree specializes. The degree is just a prerequisite for many higher level jobs. That isnt to say you cant start at the entry level and work up, but...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-30-09, 08:36 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,241
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Yea Im fairly sure Ive seen the ticket given out...

Yea Im fairly sure Ive seen the ticket given out to slow drivers before.


And regardless of whether or not this is a bonafide law or not (and Im 99% sure it is), its common courtesy. Its easy and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-28-09, 10:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,461
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Yea, I would jump on that price, Im not gonna...

Yea, I would jump on that price, Im not gonna lie.

Overall how would you rate the wheelset? Im making a conversion right now for a friend of a friend, and cant really afford to set the guy up with...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-28-09, 07:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,461
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Yea, 9 dollars less than the NEW shipped price...

Yea, 9 dollars less than the NEW shipped price for a used/repaired wheelset is not really a great deal. IF someone is willing to pay then it is their loss, but youre only fueling the fire of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-28-09, 06:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 522
Posted By TheSodaJerk

This is a sign that the end is nigh. These stupid...

This is a sign that the end is nigh. These stupid toys are always late to the party, hopefully hipsters will be moving on to something more ironic and less popular.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-28-09, 12:43 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,241
Posted By TheSodaJerk

If youre holding up more than 5 cars its not a...

If youre holding up more than 5 cars its not a lawful way to ride.

And its selfish because you arent thinking about anyone but yourself, pretty much defining the term. You are expecting other's to...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-27-09, 09:14 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,782
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Yea, thats basically what I thought Lupin.

Yea, thats basically what I thought Lupin.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-26-09, 04:32 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,963
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Your main complaints are valid, to an extent....

Your main complaints are valid, to an extent. Fixed gear riding is not tailored for your enviornment, I'll be the first to say that. But that also doesnt mean it isnt a great training technique. One...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-26-09, 02:47 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 4,197
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Its the quietness and the simple reliability. The...

Its the quietness and the simple reliability. The connection to the road also feels good, makes cornering a lot more fun, in a different way.

Sleek style is also part of it, plus I live in a very...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-21-09, 08:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 390
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Well, fix the brake problem, pads and cleaning...

Well, fix the brake problem, pads and cleaning the rim? If you are regularly doing this (and depending on your frame) a rear brake will help a bit. Going faster than you are comfortable is a good way...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-04-09, 05:02 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,189
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Yea I always just lift the back wheel and spin it...

Yea I always just lift the back wheel and spin it back and forth. They get it after that.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-04-09, 04:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,502
Posted By TheSodaJerk

I got the Mavic CXP22s, those things are beastly....

I got the Mavic CXP22s, those things are beastly. They may be a little heavy but Ive beat mine up on more than one occasion. You should still get them trued out of the box. I didnt and my front...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-04-09, 04:26 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,774
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Yea Id suggest putting some Iron Crosses on there...

Yea Id suggest putting some Iron Crosses on there rather than the swastikas if you just have to have that look. Swastikas are just going to get ****ed with.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-04-09, 04:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 384
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Sounds like 1 peice cranks from an old ten speed....

Sounds like 1 peice cranks from an old ten speed. The bike shop I go to offtered to cut my outer chain off if I wanted. The other solution is buying a new chainring and cranks, leaves you with a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-01-09, 07:46 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 990
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Yea, that thing is sweet, you should throw a pair...

Yea, that thing is sweet, you should throw a pair of clubman bars on there.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-01-09, 07:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 990
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Whats your winter project?

It seems like a lot of people on here have multiple bikes, so what is your winter project?

After I got my motobecane set up as a fixed I was hooked, and now I got a line on an old Peugeot frame...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-20-08, 11:28 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,051
Posted By TheSodaJerk

I was given a urine test,that I believe was meth...

I was given a urine test,that I believe was meth specific, but I definitely have a fair amount of pot in my system (again, I was sober when the incident happened).

I am going to file a complaint...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-20-08, 08:17 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,051
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Hassled by the cops much?

So tonite I went out for a ride, nice little 5.3 miler to my buddies house, only downside is two large overpasses that dont have sidewalks to use, normally its low traffic at around 1030 (when I was...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-19-08, 03:36 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 5,860
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Yea, but I still want to smoke it, and Im going...

Yea, but I still want to smoke it, and Im going to, so buying locally (at least state) and from the growers (or a regulated group like the clubs) I dont think that I am contributing to any of the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-17-08, 06:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,819
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Im hoping thats how the life of the ******* that...

Im hoping thats how the life of the ******* that stole my bike ended. I was riding a brakeless bmx through the city, so with any luck hes a goner :D
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-17-08, 06:38 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 897
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Get real bartape? honestly, theres a reason grips...

Get real bartape? honestly, theres a reason grips are used for flats and tape is used for drops.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-09-08, 03:17 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,453
Posted By TheSodaJerk

The beast of a bike doenst have verticle drops.....

The beast of a bike doenst have verticle drops.. they look a little more vert than mine buy I get plenty of room to adjust tension..
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-08-08, 02:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 460
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Ive been digging the swobo folsom, its a coaster...

Ive been digging the swobo folsom, its a coaster brake equipped bike.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-06-08, 02:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,883
Posted By TheSodaJerk

Yea, but the two times I went to the X-games in...

Yea, but the two times I went to the X-games in SF and watched the flatland competitions everyone seemd fairly derivative (not that it wasnt still impressive). My point is that it would make the...
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