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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-14, 02:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,035
Posted By shawnshank

exactly

exactly
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-14, 10:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,035
Posted By shawnshank

bike conversion / brakes

Hello,

I am thinking about converting my road bike into a straight bar, single brake (possibly single gear) commuter but I have a question about the brake setup. I want to use only one brake...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-03-12, 02:14 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 520
Posted By shawnshank

What should I ask for my Bianchi?

I have a Bianchi Castro valley and it is in decent shape. It's color is classic Bianchi celeste and I am not sure of the frame size...either 61 or 58 cm. It's missing the light and front fender but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-15-11, 02:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 516
Posted By shawnshank

Anyone ever hear of Warwick brand bicycles - Made in Holland?

I have one and I can't find any information about them. I am looking to find out when were they manufactured, how rare they are, and if they are worth anything in a state of needed restoration. It...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-11, 01:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 385
Posted By shawnshank

Thanks for the suggestion but I want something...

Thanks for the suggestion but I want something cheaper than a brooks seat not more expensive.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-11, 01:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 385
Posted By shawnshank

Looking for suggestions for a new seat

Hello,

The seat I have now is super thin and super uncomfortable. I was hoping someone could suggest a seat for me that has some give (maybe has springs), some decent padding but is not too wide...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-10, 01:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 461
Posted By shawnshank

Thank you. Anymore?

Thank you. Anymore?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-10, 01:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 461
Posted By shawnshank

Can I get an opinion or twleve on this bike?

This bike is on sale at my local bike shop and I am considering it.
It was selling for $499.00 and now is priced at $419.00

http://www.scott-sports.com/us_en/product/10060/55914/218056
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-10, 01:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,517
Posted By shawnshank

Fair enough. I'll ask a more specific question.

Fair enough. I'll ask a more specific question.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-10, 09:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,517
Posted By shawnshank

Are Scott bikes any good?

I know this is a vague question since there are so many different models but as a whole, are they any good?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-13-10, 10:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 558
Posted By shawnshank

I can't find any contact information for them.

I can't find any contact information for them.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-06-10, 12:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 558
Posted By shawnshank

You're right. They took a mold of my head and use...

You're right. They took a mold of my head and use it to make time trial helmets.
:o)
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-05-10, 07:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 558
Posted By shawnshank

Help stop the madness. Helmets and my squash....the search continues.

O.k. so I've been having a hard time finding a helmet to fit my dome and I am hoping that someone here might have run into the same issue and can help me find a brand to fit.
My head is strange in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-10, 07:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 21,362
Posted By shawnshank

I see your point. I think I'll move forward with...

I see your point. I think I'll move forward with my original plan of customizing a Fuji America that I recently purchased.
Forum: Commuting
07-29-10, 12:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 858
Posted By shawnshank

Thanks for the suggestion. I rode and it rides as...

Thanks for the suggestion. I rode and it rides as smooth as ice and stops on a dime. I'm having the shop take a closer look at it because I have no idea how to check the rest of it.
I am planning...
Forum: Commuting
07-29-10, 11:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 858
Posted By shawnshank

Thanks for all the great suggestions. I really...

Thanks for all the great suggestions. I really appreciate it.
I have a used 18 speed Fuji America I just bought off craigslist for $200 which is in mint condition. I was looking at having some of...
Forum: Commuting
07-28-10, 01:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 858
Posted By shawnshank

Looking for a commuter bike - suggestions please.

I want a purchase a bike for commuting to and from work. I live just outside (pothole riddled) Boston and have an 8 mile commute each way. I'd like something with tires that won't slow me down too...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-10, 10:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 21,362
Posted By shawnshank

LL Bean bikes - Question

I was just looking at LL Beans bikes and I was wondering if anyone here might know who makes them. I am also curious if they are any good / worth the money.

Here is a link to the one I was looking...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-10, 02:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,020
Posted By shawnshank

I think this bike if from the 80's. It's a Fuji...

I think this bike if from the 80's. It's a Fuji America
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-22-10, 02:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 910
Posted By shawnshank

I'm not sure where he got the date from. He said...

I'm not sure where he got the date from. He said he bought two at the same time, rode one and kept the other in storage. He said it was 15 years old but it sounds like he low balled the age of it to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-10, 01:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,020
Posted By shawnshank

Swapping out handlebars with bar end shifters

I am considering purchasing a road bike with bar end shifters and I want to replace them and the road bike style handle bars with a set of straight handlebars.
I am a novice mechanic at best so...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-22-10, 11:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 910
Posted By shawnshank

Thanks! I just want to make sure neither is way...

Thanks! I just want to make sure neither is way over or under priced.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-22-10, 08:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 910
Posted By shawnshank

Two bikes...one choice. Which would you take?

Assuming both bikes are in similar condition.

A Fuji America (approx 15 yo) $200

A Fuji Montery (see pic) $140
Forum: Recreational & Family
04-16-10, 01:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,122
Posted By shawnshank

Which is the better bike

I'm a casual rider looking for something to get me around the city of Boston.

I have a budget of about $400 and both of these bikes are exactly that. Which would you buy?

Marin Bridgeway
Seen...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-10, 12:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,624
Posted By shawnshank

Sorry forgot to post it. ...

Sorry forgot to post it.

http://image.rakuten.co.jp/palms/cabinet/jitensya1/img56273369.jpg

http://thumbnail.image.rakuten.co.jp/@0_mall/palms/cabinet/jitensya1/img56273364.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-10, 12:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,624
Posted By shawnshank

Thanks! What about this bike? I just saw...

Thanks!

What about this bike?
I just saw one like this in a shop (Motobecane gold and brown with leather wrapped handlebars) for $200.00
I took it for a test ride and it rode nicely.
It's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-10, 08:02 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,624
Posted By shawnshank

The more I learn about this bike the less I like...

The more I learn about this bike the less I like it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-10, 06:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,624
Posted By shawnshank

Here is the description and they are asking $145...

Here is the description and they are asking $145 for it.

25" Chro-moly Frame. Standard 27" Road Tires(good rubber) on Chrome Wheels..10-Speed Stem Mounted Friction Thumb-shifters..Alloy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-10, 10:09 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,624
Posted By shawnshank

I told you I didn't know anything about them :)

I told you I didn't know anything about them :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-10, 09:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,624
Posted By shawnshank

Anyone know anything about Centurian bicycles?

I'm conisdering purchasing a Centurion but I've never heard of them, not sure how hard it is to find parts to fix them or whther or not they are even good bikes.
Can someone please advise?

here...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-17-10, 10:29 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 5,962
Posted By shawnshank

Someone already beat me to the punch but I was...

Someone already beat me to the punch but I was going to suggest a small air horn. They make them small enough to fit in your pocket and you can get one at walmart I bet.
Either that or a spray...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-16-10, 04:39 PM
Replies: 1,126
Views: 50,727
Posted By shawnshank

I've been a member here for all of two days and...

I've been a member here for all of two days and I'm just looking around at some of the threads.
I must admit, you have some passionate people here in this forum. That's great! Who would have thought...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-16-10, 03:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 678
Posted By shawnshank

Cool helmets for big heads

Hi all,

I'm looking for a cool helmet to fit my huge head. The traditional style bike helmets make me look like a giant mushroom so I'm looking for something differnet (like a Bern). Something...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
03-15-10, 01:30 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 21,270
Posted By shawnshank

I was considering buying a bike with drum brakes...

I was considering buying a bike with drum brakes because in my area the streets are riddled with potholes. Every year I hit one in the spring and I warp my rim causing the brake pads to stick and...
Forum: Introductions
03-15-10, 01:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 245
Posted By shawnshank

Hello all

Long time casual bike rider from the Boston area. The 1st bike I ever bought was a Shogun in 1983. Have since owned a Marin Mountin bike, a Fuji crosstown and most recently a K2 easy street (not what...
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