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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-27-10, 02:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,016
Posted By Noir Lethal

Well seeing as how It was my first bike purchase...

Well seeing as how It was my first bike purchase online, and there was no way to test out a BD bike feasibly, I would say im innocent. But no matter. Moderators please delete this account as soon as...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-27-10, 01:03 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,016
Posted By Noir Lethal

I am really close to creating a new account, this...

I am really close to creating a new account, this is getting very sad. Guess what I sold the bike for very close to what I payed! The money I lost was well under $75 (about half the cost of getting a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-27-10, 12:05 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,016
Posted By Noir Lethal

No I don't know much about them. There personally...

No I don't know much about them. There personally just not my style. I will be the first suggest browsing bikes direct's website, there pretty much no name brands at this point, but there frame frame...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-27-10, 11:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,519
Posted By Noir Lethal

Topic is begging for a moderator to fix the...

Topic is begging for a moderator to fix the spelling. Kind of a boring topic as 99% of peoples bikes here is 19-23 pounds.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-27-10, 11:56 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,016
Posted By Noir Lethal

Both look like pretty lame "want to be cool"...

Both look like pretty lame "want to be cool" bikes. I at least the stock models I am seeing on both companies websites.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-26-10, 08:57 PM
Replies: 1,135
Views: 286,505
Posted By Noir Lethal

Im really not a fan of the madison ( two tone...

Im really not a fan of the madison ( two tone color scheme on the frame, stock components are kind of bottom of the barrel and its on the high weight end for a track bike). That being said, I have...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-26-10, 08:26 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,475
Posted By Noir Lethal

Theres no need to get personal, can we move on? I...

Theres no need to get personal, can we move on? I appericate your extended concern for my personal history of bike ownership, but frankly its been a few weeks, and Im surprised anyone would mention...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-25-10, 09:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,475
Posted By Noir Lethal

For an in person purchase check out...

For an in person purchase check out philadelphia's craiglsit. Other than that the best the shops can offer you are some low end scwhinn models and SE models.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-25-10, 09:57 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,777,153
Posted By Noir Lethal

Its like purposely trying to at least scratch...

Its like purposely trying to at least scratch your bike, for what purpose, a chair? I would rather sit on the street...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-25-10, 09:53 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,053
Posted By Noir Lethal

Right now I am running without it on my geared...

Right now I am running without it on my geared bike (tape is on order from nashbar). However when I see people without I think hipster, or dam they spent $2000 grand on that bike and ran out of money...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-25-10, 01:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,535
Posted By Noir Lethal

I would avoid the latest model, the handlebar...

I would avoid the latest model, the handlebar setup is really not that practical (deal breaker for your needs), and you can get a much better deal on the older models. I think I have seen your...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-25-10, 08:14 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 909
Posted By Noir Lethal

That has to be a great job just walking around...

That has to be a great job just walking around campus with a pile of those, but I am puzzled at why bike is not one of the default choices on the form as it would be very common to see one locked...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-24-10, 06:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 906
Posted By Noir Lethal

http://newyork.craigslist.org/que/bik/1708714425.h...

http://newyork.craigslist.org/que/bik/1708714425.html

How bout that a new oregon8 bike! I assume he means origin 8 uno?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-10, 06:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,931
Posted By Noir Lethal

I used the rim width chart on sheldon brows site,...

I used the rim width chart on sheldon brows site, Its not a road bike in question its a hybird bike. I think will be fine, only 12 bucks for the pair off nashbar anyhow.
Forum: Touring
04-24-10, 04:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 589
Posted By Noir Lethal

Anyone tried this nashbar saddle?

I am building up a touring style bike for local rides. I was thinking about buying brooks, but since my bike is so cheap and Im going such short distance (compared to the average person here) I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-10, 04:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,931
Posted By Noir Lethal

40mm wide tires with my current inner tubes?

I have 35c tires installed on my bike, and I was wondering If I could use the same inner tubes when I upgrade to 40c tires? If not how much do the decent ones typically cost at a bike shop? I cant...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-10, 09:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,660
Posted By Noir Lethal

So I picked up the bars and tried it today. No...

So I picked up the bars and tried it today. No way in hell there getting past that bend, besides the brakes levers would not fit anyhow, I probably could warp the shifters into fitting. Im confused...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-23-10, 11:43 PM
Replies: 402
Views: 32,368
Posted By Noir Lethal

Very "Fallout"... for those that play video...

Very "Fallout"... for those that play video games.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-23-10, 11:39 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,153
Posted By Noir Lethal

You guys should get those vapor cigarettes. I...

You guys should get those vapor cigarettes. I don't*really buy there 99% like smoking the real thing though, and Im sure the FDA will issue alerts on them in a few years. There kind of pricey too....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-10, 08:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 756
Posted By Noir Lethal

Yikes some anger issue do we? Well let me get to...

Yikes some anger issue do we? Well let me get to your level then... This is a forum to ask about bike problems, and to try to get mechanics input on the them. I said the same thing I would as if I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-10, 02:12 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 756
Posted By Noir Lethal

Yeah I thought my description was OK, and I just...

Yeah I thought my description was OK, and I just wanted specific input here before taking it to shop and having them "tune up" the bike for $30. I have a clue, but not a solved case :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-10, 01:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 756
Posted By Noir Lethal

Slight problem pedal or gear with my bike, should I got to a shop?

I recently bought an older bianchi a couple days ago. The mechanics tuned it up and said it was ready to go. I did not get a chance to ride it long enough to really become familiar with it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-10, 05:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,660
Posted By Noir Lethal

http://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/bik/1700683230.h...

http://newyork.craigslist.org/mnh/bik/1700683230.html

I emailed about them about clamp size but have not received a response, they look to have a uniform diameter. I know its not really a proper...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-10, 05:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,660
Posted By Noir Lethal

Just a thought. I can get a used drop bar for...

Just a thought. I can get a used drop bar for about $10. If I just replace the current bar with the drop cant I technically just use these shifters and brakes on the flat part of the bar to save...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-10, 09:57 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,660
Posted By Noir Lethal

Hey, so I added another cage, removed the...

Hey, so I added another cage, removed the kickstand , removed all the rusty reflectors (Don't plan on night riding), swaped the pedals with what I had, lowered the stem, minor adjustments, and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-21-10, 11:59 PM
Replies: 4,634
Views: 652,434
Posted By Noir Lethal

Sad face because of the additional costs ...

Sad face because of the additional costs

white electrical tape
racks/fenders
lower angle stem (specifically one with the brake cable holder)
drop bars / bar tape
shifters/ drop brakes?
road...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-21-10, 11:39 PM
Replies: 4,634
Views: 652,434
Posted By Noir Lethal

Currently in the process of converting it to a...

Currently in the process of converting it to a touring/cycoross bike:(

http://img522.imageshack.us/img522/1097/imagedepositdotcomfreeho.jpg


1989/90 Bianchi Advantage Hybrid
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-10, 09:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,660
Posted By Noir Lethal

Thinking about getting a lower stem off cragslist...

Thinking about getting a lower stem off cragslist or ebay, but I am foreign to the world of quills. Im not sure the dimensions/type for this bike that would suite a more "racer" riding position....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-10, 06:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,660
Posted By Noir Lethal

I went ahead and bought it for $220 a lot more...

I went ahead and bought it for $220 a lot more than I wanted to spend on something like this, but I love the classic brands. Probably going to be used as a secondary bike, because I am addicted to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-10, 01:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,660
Posted By Noir Lethal

Good deal for me?

http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/bik/1699056548.html

I am 5'3 tall, this looks perfect. What do you guys think?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-20-10, 08:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 582
Posted By Noir Lethal

I thought chains were supposed to be all greasy...

I thought chains were supposed to be all greasy and lubed up. I do see a lot of gunk on it though. I guess I am going wipe the excess off...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-20-10, 05:53 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,940
Posted By Noir Lethal

Why carry all those boxes if you cant even see...

Why carry all those boxes if you cant even see anything ahead of you.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-20-10, 05:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 582
Posted By Noir Lethal

Chain Issue?

So I ended up loosing some links on my chain and needed a new one. The bike shop sold me a "curb dog" basic chain and installed it. Everything is fine but about once per half hour the chain makes a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-19-10, 11:57 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,672
Posted By Noir Lethal

total weight 8 pounds. but dam thats an awful...

total weight 8 pounds. but dam thats an awful one, even for a kiddie trike the could have gotten a decent one. I thought it was pretty funny and unexpected.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-19-10, 05:12 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,828
Posted By Noir Lethal

At least there was no splatter.

At least there was no splatter.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-19-10, 05:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 639
Posted By Noir Lethal

I have seen much worse on new yorks craiglist.

I have seen much worse on new yorks craiglist.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-18-10, 11:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,947
Posted By Noir Lethal

Yeah my shoes for biking are indoor soccer shoes...

Yeah my shoes for biking are indoor soccer shoes which are very stiff, I don't know any more could be 100 reasons why my feet feel messed up after riding for a while. I agree once the straps wear out...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-18-10, 10:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,947
Posted By Noir Lethal

I was reading the paperwork that came with mine...

I was reading the paperwork that came with mine and there was some justification as to why there are diagonal, not horiztial, but I forgot. Meh, I paid less than $40 for them (I got the slightly...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-18-10, 09:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,947
Posted By Noir Lethal

What's wrong with power grips? I have the sport...

What's wrong with power grips? I have the sport model and I find them a lot more practical then standard road strap clips (I ride with regular sneakers)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-18-10, 09:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 58,088
Posted By Noir Lethal

Well played.

Well played.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-10, 08:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 825
Posted By Noir Lethal

Yeah looks like I will be spending quite a bit...

Yeah looks like I will be spending quite a bit more, not sure If I am going to go through with it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-10, 11:05 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,259
Posted By Noir Lethal

Emailed them confirming a size question. They...

Emailed them confirming a size question. They told me to a get specific size. The bike arrived looking as small as children's bike. Some of there bikes run obscenely small. When I emailed them back...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-10, 10:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,826
Posted By Noir Lethal

I was totally mislead by the title. However about...

I was totally mislead by the title. However about the drink, yeah its great but only when its not sneakily made with awful corn syrup or massive amounts of sugar. Just a tad sweet or honey is best...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-17-10, 10:50 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 981
Posted By Noir Lethal

I think the San Jose and the Masi Speciale...

I think the San Jose and the Masi Speciale Commuter are the best single speed bikes for about $800. However I am not sure if you want something appropriate for the track.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-10, 10:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 825
Posted By Noir Lethal

Drop bar to flat bar- the brakes.

I am not digging the drop bars (2009 Schwinn Madison), I find them uncomfortable for my purposes. I want to put on a flat bar and traditional thick mountain bike grips. The problem for me going...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-17-10, 08:32 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,608
Posted By Noir Lethal

Ha... btw I forgot to say its only a problem...

Ha... btw I forgot to say its only a problem while wearing shorts.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-17-10, 12:25 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 4,608
Posted By Noir Lethal

The most difficult aspect of riding fixed gear bikes...

Has to be walking them! Riding them feels really natural, but when I walk my bike, the jagged edges of my pedals collide with the back of my leg, causing a slightly painful mix of broken skin,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-16-10, 10:23 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,812
Posted By Noir Lethal

I have never been visually offended by a bike,...

I have never been visually offended by a bike, but that tape breaks that record. You should have opted for the crazy glow tubes, but they would look pretty lame in the daytime I suppose.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-16-10, 12:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 702
Posted By Noir Lethal

A week ago I got a free presta valve adapter,...

A week ago I got a free presta valve adapter, because the lady did not want to make $19 change from a $20. Not sure if that was nice of her, or just elitist.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-16-10, 11:17 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,408
Posted By Noir Lethal

I like the classical styling but I hate the...

I like the classical styling but I hate the double top tubes, they should have done other stuff to make it look more subtle yet elegant.
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