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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-10, 08:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 995
Posted By j_deLaBay

Worth it to upgrade/update/restore?

I recently built a bike and a friend has dropped off an old bike so I can update/upgrade it for him.

It's an old steel Schwinn World Sport (don't know exact model/year, I don't know much about old...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-10, 04:20 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

The Ninja/Google bike is still goin strong! Did...

The Ninja/Google bike is still goin strong! Did 25 mi ride today...here's a cool little photo.

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d161/Jrosal0/a8ed737e.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-10, 11:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 997
Posted By j_deLaBay

delivery on a fixie doesnt sound like it would be...

delivery on a fixie doesnt sound like it would be fun...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-10, 04:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

Did my longest ride earlier this week: 22 miles!...

Did my longest ride earlier this week: 22 miles! Here's a pic of my ride on the ride!

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d161/Jrosal0/IMG_1493.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-10, 12:10 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,003
Posted By j_deLaBay

WalMart has some of those wicking undershirts too...

WalMart has some of those wicking undershirts too (long/short sleeve). They even have 30 spf built into it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-10, 02:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,001
Posted By j_deLaBay

I'm a cycling newbie as well. I opted to build my...

I'm a cycling newbie as well. I opted to build my own frame since I'm a DIYer...and felt like buying pre-packed bikes is a rip. (They often package lower quality components)

I ended up getting a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-10, 02:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 10,174
Posted By j_deLaBay

Off course body weight makes you "slower..." more...

Off course body weight makes you "slower..." more weight takes more energy to move. If you took my legs (I'm 160) and put them on the body of a 200 pounder...I would have to work ALOT harder to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-10, 02:19 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

I never got the final cost was kinda afraid of...

I never got the final cost was kinda afraid of what the number might be lol. But just with bike components only:

Shifters/Cassette: 225
Frame: 80
Bars: 40
Seat/Seatpost: 40
Wheelset/tires:...
Forum: Commuting
03-22-10, 10:42 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,269
Posted By j_deLaBay

For those that asked about my ride, sorry! I...

For those that asked about my ride, sorry! I thought no one responded to my post initially! Just checked back to this thread and saw the couple people asking about it.

List:
Nashbar X CX frame...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-17-10, 02:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,080
Posted By j_deLaBay

That plate is just extra insurance in case your...

That plate is just extra insurance in case your bolts on your crankarm come loose. When you push the plate into the arm (with the arm on the spindle), it pushes this tiny pin into the spindle,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-16-10, 09:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,080
Posted By j_deLaBay

A note on that plate in the crankarm: are...

A note on that plate in the crankarm:

are you sure it isnt in that little slot in the bottom of the crankarm? I think its fixed in there and pivots. I bet the little pin is just broken, and thats...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-10, 03:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 593
Posted By j_deLaBay

It's not as big as you posted, but its good for...

It's not as big as you posted, but its good for everyday hauling. Comes with hydration too. Almost half off...its a damn good deal at that price. Padded all over, thick straps, waist and chest strap...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-10, 12:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 595
Posted By j_deLaBay

Your cable probably needs to be tightened a...

Your cable probably needs to be tightened a little bit more. Shift the FD to where the cable has the most slack and adjust your barrel adjuster a couple turns on your frame.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-10, 12:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,858
Posted By j_deLaBay

Any tips/hints for mounting 700c tires?

I have some 700x23 Specialized all condition tires I finally managed to get on. Must have a wire bead, cause I don't remember tires being that hard to mount! I got a flat today and had never...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-02-10, 01:09 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

Yup feels great! Good luck on your build! I...

Yup feels great! Good luck on your build!

I rode for about 16 miles yesterday. No problems all day until on the way home. Just a couple minor hiccups.

I have 105 shifters, and when I bought...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-01-10, 01:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 712
Posted By j_deLaBay

+1 on frame size being over complicated. I'm...

+1 on frame size being over complicated.

I'm new to the whole scene, and I just got done building a new bike. I've learned that your body can tolerate a range of sizes, especially with different...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-01-10, 12:24 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,010
Posted By j_deLaBay

+1 on the Power Grips. Went on my first ride...

+1 on the Power Grips.

Went on my first ride with them last night...they really keep your foot on the pedal. You kinda twist your foot to 'engage' the strap, and you angle your foot a little bit...
Forum: Commuting
02-28-10, 08:20 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 19,134
Posted By j_deLaBay

I just built a bike and considered clipless...

I just built a bike and considered clipless pedals for it. I've always hated toe clips, so I definitely wasn't getting those. Then I heard about the clipless/flat combo, but I heard that as a...
Forum: Commuting
02-28-10, 02:30 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,382,269
Posted By j_deLaBay

Just showing off my build I finished tonight! ...

Just showing off my build I finished tonight!

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d161/Jrosal0/bikedone.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-10, 02:26 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,466
Posted By j_deLaBay

Just put on the finishing touches tonight... ...

Just put on the finishing touches tonight...

http://i35.photobucket.com/albums/d161/Jrosal0/bikedone.jpg

Had no prior bike "building" knowledge. Note "building" lol. I think I started an uproar...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-10, 02:24 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

Just wrapped the bars! I THINK I'm all done. Lol....

Just wrapped the bars! I THINK I'm all done. Lol. Next: Find a backpack...

Frame: Nashbar X aluminum
Fork: Alpha Q Sub 3
Bars: Sette Avanti OS
Stem: Specialized Comp Stem adjustable
Crankset:...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-26-10, 11:28 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

Cabling the bike wasnt bad at all. I thought it...

Cabling the bike wasnt bad at all. I thought it was going to be a lot more of a difficult process.

All in all, I think that putting together a bike is way easier than originally thought. Just as...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-26-10, 02:51 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

Thank you! :thumb: So last night, I ended up...

Thank you! :thumb:

So last night, I ended up installing the cables myself. I went to the guy that I mentioned earlier, but he couldn't cable up my bike because according to him, he's "never seen...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-25-10, 10:56 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

Feels sooooooo good. :p Thing is, the guy...

Feels sooooooo good. :p

Thing is, the guy that sold me the wheels runs a shop out of his house. (Has a business #, so I at least know hes SOMEWHAT legit.) He said he'd charge me 30 for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-25-10, 12:52 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

So after all the research and waiting, its...

So after all the research and waiting, its finally paid off. I went from buying a used bike on CL, to getting something nice and new for myself, to handpicking everything on my own. I changed flats...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-15-10, 04:10 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 489
Posted By j_deLaBay

My build so far...derailleur advice.

So after all the research, I've finally made some orders on my bike! Here's what's on its way:

Nashbar X frame

Shimano r700 compact crank

Alpha-Q carbon fork (CS20 old model I think)
...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-10, 12:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 868
Posted By j_deLaBay

ah, i didnt even see that listing. I was looking...

ah, i didnt even see that listing. I was looking at all the overpriced sites i guess. hopefully this one comes with the BB
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-10, 12:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 868
Posted By j_deLaBay

Picking up a Shimano r700 today...

Brand new for $85. In a box supposedly. I've got that "too good to be true" feelings in my gut though. This is my first Shimano crankset I'm buying, so how am I going to know if the things real? Is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-12-10, 05:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 548
Posted By j_deLaBay

Headset buying advice?

I'm putting together a commuter/road bike on a cyclocross frame. (nashbar x on nashbar.com for $81! Huge sale this weekend) I was shopping around for a headset, but was wondering if there is anything...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-05-10, 01:52 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

PS, I'm going to pick up my first parts right...

PS, I'm going to pick up my first parts right now.

Brand new shimano 105 brifters and an ultegra cassette for 225. Perfect for my econo-build!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-05-10, 12:30 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

Ill tell ya I probably won't be spending near...

Ill tell ya I probably won't be spending near that much. I'm doing ALOT of shopping...its kinda my thing Ive been doing in my spare time. (I even went to the LBS today.) So I'm hoping to walk away...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-04-10, 07:38 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

those are 8/9 speed compatible too. quick...

those are 8/9 speed compatible too.

quick question. I was planning on getting the ultegra RD/FD from nashbar since theyre on sale there (100 for front and back). Are those a good enough deal that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-04-10, 07:10 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

Crap the wheels are 8/9 speed compatible. Of...

Crap the wheels are 8/9 speed compatible. Of course. :crash:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-04-10, 06:38 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

OK! So with all of this new info I think I'm...

OK! So with all of this new info I think I'm ready to purchase some stuff (starting with the frame and RD/FD from Nashbar.)

What do you think of these bars as a starter? I have no idea about the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-04-10, 05:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

First off, thanks so much for all your guys help!...

First off, thanks so much for all your guys help!

I'm just gonna save myself some headache and thinking and just stick with shimano shifters, just gonna swoop up some 105 or above, whatever I can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-04-10, 10:33 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

See the thing is, since I'm so new at the whole...

See the thing is, since I'm so new at the whole thing, I'm a clean slate. I don't really know what I want, or what I DONT want yet. I don't have brand/feature preference, so I'm basically aiming to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-03-10, 09:34 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

BB, headset were along the things Im still open...

BB, headset were along the things Im still open to getting. Im just basically gathering up the stuff that I know I want for sure (frame, RD/FD, bar/stem combo from that link)

The frame is 10%off...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-03-10, 05:40 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,168
Posted By j_deLaBay

building my first bike!

Alright, so as a new years resolution I told myself I was going to get myself a bike with my tax return. After looking at pre built bikes, being the DIYer I am I decided to build my own so I could...
Forum: Introductions
02-03-10, 02:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 326
Posted By j_deLaBay

So I'm getting a CX frame with my tax return...

...and after all the research I finally had to join a forum of some sort for some questions.

Thanks for having me! I'm finally @ the point where I know what KIND of bike I want, but now I need...
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