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Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-14, 05:25 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,926
Posted By f/64

:crash: Thought there was some kind of UN...

:crash:


Thought there was some kind of UN sanction for goods to be shipped there; just never heard of anyone trying to ship something to NK although will keep that in mind next time I suppose.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-14, 05:23 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,926
Posted By f/64

How would you guys feel about this reply ?

Contacted Performance regarding international shipping - relative in Korea wanted a FUJI and wanted to see if Performance would ship to Korea if not, I can ship to someone else in the states to have...
Forum: Touring
08-16-13, 11:02 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,118
Posted By f/64

Currently slammed because no headset yet...

Currently slammed because no headset yet (rattling gets annoying when moving the bike around)
Afterwards spacers will go in although never heard of an extra stem to hold a barbag - any pictures ?
...
Forum: Touring
08-16-13, 08:12 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,118
Posted By f/64

Build in progress !

Build in progress !
Forum: Touring
08-14-13, 04:27 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,118
Posted By f/64

With touring, it'd be nice/convenient with a 26...

With touring, it'd be nice/convenient with a 26 and the tyre clearance would be good to know just for future reference.

Thanks !
Forum: Touring
08-14-13, 03:45 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,118
Posted By f/64

In terms of using a MTB wheelset (different spoke...

In terms of using a MTB wheelset (different spoke count) & mtb crankset (heard of BB spacing issues)

And one last thing I am stuck on before making this purchase,
What's the tyre clearance ? I...
Forum: Touring
08-14-13, 02:13 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,118
Posted By f/64

Man that's a sweet build.. making me excited ! ...

Man that's a sweet build.. making me excited !

I got a wheelset/crankset I can get at a very good price although it's a XC wheelset/mtb crankset - any clue if it'll hold up well/be fine ?

EA70...
Forum: Touring
08-14-13, 09:28 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,118
Posted By f/64

Thanks for the great tips everyone. My...

Thanks for the great tips everyone.

My mistake - it's actually the LHT Disc.
UPS status shows delivered & gf sent me a surprise picture
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I'm actually looking into Tiagra STI's &...
Forum: Touring
08-13-13, 02:41 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,118
Posted By f/64

Never thought about the centerlock, sounds handy....

Never thought about the centerlock, sounds handy.

The frame was at a price I couldn't turn down & working in the cycling industry = discount on some of the parts & all added up which is almost...
Forum: Touring
08-13-13, 02:25 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,118
Posted By f/64

Appreciate the feedback ! M590's = nicely...

Appreciate the feedback !

M590's = nicely priced on eBay

Also, the shape of the Noodle's look nice !
She also likes the idea of STI although I'm familiar with the modern shifters (high priced)...
Forum: Touring
08-13-13, 11:51 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,118
Posted By f/64

Surly Long Haul Trucker Deluxe build -

Hi,

Currently building up a bike for my gf and have a LHT Deluxe 26 in the mail

Needed help on a budget build -

Crankset - ? - some kind of triple
BB - ?
FD - ?
RD - XT M772 Shadow 9sp
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-13, 01:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,539
Posted By f/64

You did it ! It is a Garlatti. Thanks a...

You did it !
It is a Garlatti.

Thanks a load !!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-13, 04:37 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,539
Posted By f/64

No way it can be an Olmo ? Lugs / components...

No way it can be an Olmo ?
Lugs / components look somewhat similar.

Anyone with an old Olmo fill in ?
Thanks for the help all.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-13, 12:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,539
Posted By f/64

Hi, No holes & serial = 0022

Hi,

No holes & serial = 0022
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-13, 11:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,539
Posted By f/64

The lug detailing looks quite different although...

The lug detailing looks quite different although this seems like a hard one
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-13, 10:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,539
Posted By f/64

Help ID this bike

Pictures listed below -
Purchased around 60's and the only information I can find with the parts = Olmo / Frejus although the lugs look different; almost similar to Olmo lugs.

Not really pictured...
Forum: For Sale
06-06-11, 04:50 AM
Replies: 1,401
Sticky Saddle swap
Views: 387,756
Posted By f/64

Beebe, You have a crack - wingflex area

Beebe, You have a crack - wingflex area
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-11, 04:40 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 10,626
Posted By f/64

Dumonde lite Best chain lube ever !

Dumonde lite

Best chain lube ever !
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-11, 10:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 5,577
Posted By f/64

Worked for me with Red shifters.. Loosen up the...

Worked for me with Red shifters..
Loosen up the screws & lift the little plastic part up where it meets the ferrules w/ pliers & it should slide right in..

Biggest hassle was routing to rear...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-11, 11:34 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,808
Posted By f/64

I say get the DA C24 & call it a day or for...

I say get the DA C24 & call it a day or for custom, Stan's, Velocity A23, or Kinlin..
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-11, 11:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,065
Posted By f/64

Check out some KCNC skewers.. Good stuff !

Check out some KCNC skewers..

Good stuff !
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-11, 11:23 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,618
Posted By f/64

Arundle Mandible/Dave-O = :thumb:

Arundle Mandible/Dave-O = :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-11, 01:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,513
Posted By f/64

That's the best part too.. some components have a...

That's the best part too.. some components have a kg weight limit so at the same time, you watch your weight !
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
03-07-11, 06:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,013
Posted By f/64

I've tried tape on the road, replacing was hell &...

I've tried tape on the road, replacing was hell & residue it left. Road & track, tubulars.. go glue !
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-11, 06:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,513
Posted By f/64

Yes, BTP carbon shifter clamps.

Yes, BTP carbon shifter clamps.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-11, 05:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,513
Posted By f/64

My buddies even think that I'm crazy because my...

My buddies even think that I'm crazy because my bartape/shifter clamps/ti bolts/glue on wheels/etc weight counts..
I think this idiosyncrasy is making me correlate this aspect with all my other...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-11, 05:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 702
Posted By f/64

Perfect setup I went with - Edge 38 or 45 front...

Perfect setup I went with -
Edge 38 or 45 front depending on ride & Edge 65 rear all tubular (veloflex carbon) & it sure is lovely.
When it comes to crits or flats, 65's both front & rear. Toughest...
Forum: For Sale
03-07-11, 05:29 PM
Replies: 409
Views: 156,542
Posted By f/64

Have - Brand new Edge Black 110 stem never...

Have - Brand new Edge Black 110 stem never mounted
Want - Edge/Enve 100 stem
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-07-11, 05:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 754
Posted By f/64

Good experience w/ fahgettaboudit u lock &...

Good experience w/ fahgettaboudit u lock & wax/ball bearing in bolts yet you still have to be aware !
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-11, 05:19 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,331
Posted By f/64

Probably wrong fit if your bike is setup purely...

Probably wrong fit if your bike is setup purely for road riding.. & core workouts would help & your shoulders/back probably became sore from over extending & trying to balance on the top position.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-11, 05:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,087
Posted By f/64

If you're fine with spending a little more like...

If you're fine with spending a little more like you said, I'd go with either Ultegra/DA hubs laced to Open Pros
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-11, 01:04 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,177
Posted By f/64

If the bike going to be over 500 in general, I'd...

If the bike going to be over 500 in general, I'd say take a pair of shorts with you.
The denim might roughen up the process & why not have a pair of bibs w/ a bike that's 1400 ?

Maybe check out...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-11, 01:00 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,239
Posted By f/64

You can find used helmets for a great price...

You can find used helmets for a great price through ebay !
( I believe I got my s-works helmet for around 60 a couple of years back )
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-11, 05:58 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,728
Posted By f/64

Speedplays are also great yet you have to service...

Speedplays are also great yet you have to service them quite often.
I'm using a pair of tuned speedplay zero ti pedals and so far, my favorite WW pedals !
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-11, 04:21 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,126
Posted By f/64

KCNC stem is also good but I'd go with Syntace...

KCNC stem is also good but I'd go with Syntace F99 w/ Ti bolts.
I won a couple of them on ebay for around 35 bucks !
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-11, 04:18 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,728
Posted By f/64

Look keos = good pricing all over ebay/craigslist...

Look keos = good pricing all over ebay/craigslist

If you're looking for some great quality pedals, Dura Ace all the way !
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-11, 04:14 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,245
Posted By f/64

Rapha jersey/bibs :love:

Rapha jersey/bibs :love:
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-11, 04:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 795
Posted By f/64

Def, if it's in great shape.. yet, I'd mostly...

Def, if it's in great shape.. yet, I'd mostly tune up all the components w/ WW bits..
A red group just went for 650 I believe.. Just gotta look around.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-11, 04:05 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,101
Posted By f/64

I have somewhat the same specs and ride on a 54.5...

I have somewhat the same specs and ride on a 54.5 tt Parlee z3 w/ a 110 stem.

Fits fine !
Try it before you buy it !
Forum: Road Cycling
12-09-10, 04:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,995
Posted By f/64

Just sold my race x lite 09 w/ cassette / tires...

Just sold my race x lite 09 w/ cassette / tires for 250 :/
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-10, 12:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,234
Posted By f/64

I totally know what you mean. Indecisiveness = I...

I totally know what you mean. Indecisiveness = I just lost to an offer of a Parlee Z3SL w/ an Edge 1.0 fork / 3t Ltd post / Token headset for 2250 !

Now I have the other deal that's a normal Z3...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-10, 04:43 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,234
Posted By f/64

Flexibility = palms flat to the floor and going...

Flexibility = palms flat to the floor and going in the drops on the Calfee feels like I'm on levers yet so stretched out. I did a 60 mile ride a couple of weeks ago and my neck / shoulder / lower...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-10, 04:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,234
Posted By f/64

By the way, the fitters set up the saddle (...

By the way, the fitters set up the saddle ( almost jamming to the front ) so that it can compensate the TT which was a horrible idea as it'd affect my fore/aft
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-10, 03:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,234
Posted By f/64

Big head, yes ! tall neck, yes. At times with a...

Big head, yes ! tall neck, yes. At times with a normal attire, it seems that if my torso + legs are almost the same length & my jackets (size small/medium) seems to comes down to my thighs.

I...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-10, 03:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,234
Posted By f/64

About 74cm

About 74cm
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-10, 03:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,234
Posted By f/64

What size do you usually go for when it comes to...

What size do you usually go for when it comes to the virtual tt/st/angles/ht length
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-10, 02:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,234
Posted By f/64

Bike fit confusion

So here I am deciding & debating on which size to get.

Here are the measurements,

Inseam 85 cm
Trunk 59.5 cm
Forearm 31.5 cm
Arm 64.5 cm
Thigh 56.1 cm
Lower Leg 55.1 cm
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 08:02 PM
Replies: 422
Views: 25,945
Posted By f/64

" 5 Bucks for premium air " " 20 to tighten a...

" 5 Bucks for premium air "
" 20 to tighten a threaded headset " ( All I needed was the locknut wrench )
" Carbon paste is the same thing as grease, here let me apply some " ( I grab my bike and...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-10, 07:20 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,131
Posted By f/64

Not sure about the GT road bikes but I have a GT...

Not sure about the GT road bikes but I have a GT Pulse for the track and it is one of the best track bikes I've ridden with the triple triangle.

Maybe the GT road bikes can have the same quality...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-10, 07:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,565
Posted By f/64

Swapping with the replacement ?

Swapping with the replacement ?
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