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Forum: Commuting
08-01-11, 07:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 471
Posted By Wescoe

You may know this already, but only the Ortlieb...

You may know this already, but only the Ortlieb Plus series are compatible with their locking mechanism. AFAIK, there isn't a way to easily lock the regular non-plus bags.
Forum: Commuting
07-27-11, 11:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 471
Posted By Wescoe

Maybe you try to cut your losses and sell the...

Maybe you try to cut your losses and sell the remaining one you have?

Then you should look into buying the Ortlieb Back Roller Plus and the locking mechanism made to go along with it.

These...
Forum: Commuting
07-27-11, 06:43 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,066
Posted By Wescoe

The comment about the handling was based on my...

The comment about the handling was based on my experience with Continental Gatorskins and GP4000S. This is my first bike of this type and I'm running 700x35c and have no complaints with them. ...
Forum: Commuting
07-26-11, 08:15 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,066
Posted By Wescoe

As requested... ...

As requested...
http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6020/5980124772_9807dce179_b.jpg
Forum: Commuting
07-26-11, 07:04 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,066
Posted By Wescoe

Thanks! The bars are Salsa Woodchipper bars but...

Thanks! The bars are Salsa Woodchipper bars but with the barcons on there, there is less than 1in total clearance between either side and its a real pain to get in and out of doors. Thinking I might...
Forum: Commuting
07-24-11, 09:01 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,066
Posted By Wescoe

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6017/5962721057_925...

http://farm7.static.flickr.com/6017/5962721057_925707f00b_b.jpg

My new build started life as an original 1992 Schwinn Crosscut. The only things still original are the frameset, derailleurs and...
Forum: Commuting
07-18-11, 09:09 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,140
Posted By Wescoe

Drops allow for 2 additional, much more natural...

Drops allow for 2 additional, much more natural hand positions over a flat bar setup. For me, a flat bar becomes very uncomfortable after only a few miles. Drops don't necessarily mean it has to be...
Forum: Commuting
07-15-11, 11:00 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,140
Posted By Wescoe

This is what you should do. Light = expensive,...

This is what you should do. Light = expensive, so I don't know how light you want to go. I'd suggest a Soma Double Cross or similar steel cyclocross frame and if you're really worried about weight,...
Forum: Commuting
07-14-11, 08:31 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,066
Posted By Wescoe

Gumwalls on black bikes is always a classy look.

Gumwalls on black bikes is always a classy look.
Forum: Commuting
07-13-11, 07:08 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,140
Posted By Wescoe

Soma Double Cross. Not available as a complete...

Soma Double Cross. Not available as a complete AFAIK, but it could be built up nicely for $1500 or so especially if you're willing to buy used parts. Dunno how comfortable you'd be building it up...
Forum: Commuting
07-11-11, 11:50 AM
Replies: 447
Views: 16,557
Posted By Wescoe

4. You were in the wrong in every aspect and...

4. You were in the wrong in every aspect and proceeded to tell her to f herself.

Dude you were way out of line. Consider yourself lucky your boss is a cool guy and learn a lesson. Sounds like...
Forum: Commuting
07-11-11, 05:52 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,252
Posted By Wescoe

Seriously man, how long have you lived in...

Seriously man, how long have you lived in Baltimore? As far as public services go, it probably ranks near the bottom of any major city in the US. Its abandoning its tax base by hiking property...
Forum: Commuting
07-08-11, 10:07 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,252
Posted By Wescoe

IRL = Indy Racing League. You really LIVE in...

IRL = Indy Racing League. You really LIVE in Baltimore and DONT KNOW about this race? I don't live in Baltimore anymore, yet I'm still aware of the impact of this race on the area.

And really?...
Forum: Commuting
07-07-11, 01:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 471
Posted By Wescoe

Doesn't need a helmet. He has a built in hair...

Doesn't need a helmet. He has a built in hair helmet.

Hair helmet is the best helmet.
Forum: Commuting
07-07-11, 01:19 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,252
Posted By Wescoe

Also, are you talking about Gwynn Falls Trail? ...

Also, are you talking about Gwynn Falls Trail? That place always has a stench to it.
Forum: Commuting
07-07-11, 01:18 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,252
Posted By Wescoe

Welcome to Bodymore, Murderland. They don't seem...

Welcome to Bodymore, Murderland. They don't seem to understand raising the property taxes in the city drives people right over the line to the county. Until they figure out the basic principals of...
Forum: Commuting
07-07-11, 01:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 471
Posted By Wescoe

Hopefully you have front and rear lights of the...

Hopefully you have front and rear lights of the blinking variety.

Stay off the sidewalks, nobody (walking or driving) is expecting bikes to be on sidewalks, they're not called sideroads for a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-11, 01:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,545
Posted By Wescoe

Ended up with 2 bikes ($15 beat craigslist find...

Ended up with 2 bikes ($15 beat craigslist find 10 mins from the other bike I bought), one is a flatbar setup with old Shimano Alivio 8 speed shifters from an old MTB. Its using a 7 speed cassette...
Forum: Commuting
07-01-11, 08:26 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,066
Posted By Wescoe

Cool. Good lookin bike man.

Cool. Good lookin bike man.
Forum: Commuting
06-29-11, 06:40 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,066
Posted By Wescoe

Which model Schwinn is that? Looks like a...

Which model Schwinn is that? Looks like a Crosscut/Crossroads/Crosscut?
Forum: Commuting
06-28-11, 07:10 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 989
Posted By Wescoe

I'll update this thread for any others who may...

I'll update this thread for any others who may find it in the future when looking for wheels.

Went ahead and ordered Shimano 105 hubs F/R, Mavic A719 rims F/R and DT Swiss Competition double...
Forum: Commuting
06-27-11, 10:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 989
Posted By Wescoe

Yea, I'm thinking a rack or basket or combo of...

Yea, I'm thinking a rack or basket or combo of both. A place where I could bungee boxes and keep an eye on them would be nice.
Forum: Commuting
06-27-11, 07:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 989
Posted By Wescoe

Clasher, good point on the 32H/36H front wheel. ...

Clasher, good point on the 32H/36H front wheel. This bike will be my car replacement when I relocate to San Francisco in a few months. I've never lived car free so its probably better to prepare...
Forum: Commuting
06-26-11, 08:44 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 989
Posted By Wescoe

Its actually 126mm spacing (7 speed road...

Its actually 126mm spacing (7 speed road cassette) but I'm using Sheldon Brown's trusty 2x4 frame spreading method to get the 4mm for 130mm rear spacing. Actually I've already done it and didn't...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-11, 08:37 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 6,207
Posted By Wescoe

I'm a photographer as a hobby though I haven't...

I'm a photographer as a hobby though I haven't been very inspired lately.

Here's my favorite bike related picture:
http://farm6.static.flickr.com/5215/5386140543_99794b29a3_b.jpg

And more on...
Forum: Commuting
06-26-11, 07:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 989
Posted By Wescoe

Critique My Commuting/Urban Assault Vehicle Wheel Build

I'm having a set of wheels built for my commuter/grocery getter/do everything bike. Picked up a Schwinn Crosscut off Craigslist and am upgrading the parts that need it. Gonna have a set of wheels...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-11, 09:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,110
Posted By Wescoe

Thanks for the info guys. To be honest, I'm not...

Thanks for the info guys. To be honest, I'm not all that concerned where they come from as long as they are done well. Sounds like wherever they are being assembled, the people know what they are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-11, 04:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,545
Posted By Wescoe

This really helped, thanks. When I bought the...

This really helped, thanks. When I bought the bike, I intended on getting new wheels for it. I'm about 205lbs and it'll be pulling commuting duties (bags) and functioning as my grocery getter in an...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-11, 04:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,110
Posted By Wescoe

Why do you say that? And is that a good or bad...

Why do you say that? And is that a good or bad thing?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-11, 03:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,545
Posted By Wescoe

I would imagine since the sweep distance is the...

I would imagine since the sweep distance is the same between an 8 and 9 speed cassette, my derailleur should be able to handle a 9 speed configuration? Since I haven't bought the shifters yet, it...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-11, 01:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,110
Posted By Wescoe

@55/Rad: In person experience holds the most...

@55/Rad: In person experience holds the most merit. Glad you have good things to say about them.

@urbanknight: This would be my first wheel building experience. I'd rather learn by re-lacing an...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-11, 01:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,545
Posted By Wescoe

I guess I need to measure the rear spacing as I...

I guess I need to measure the rear spacing as I was planning on building up a new set of wheels for the bike in the future anyway. I assumed it was 130mm since its a hybrid and has mostly mountain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-23-11, 01:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,545
Posted By Wescoe

Can you put an 8speed cassette on a hub that currently has a 7speed cassette

I'm currently in the process of modifying a 1993 Schwinn Crosscut into a drop bar configuration (actually using a Salsa Woodchipper).

This is the factory spec sheet...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-23-11, 12:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,110
Posted By Wescoe

Experience with Universal Cycles custom wheels?

I'm looking to get some custom wheels for my commuter rig. Originally I was planning to build them up myself. However, after specing out what I want at Universal Cycles, I can get what I want,...
Forum: Commuting
06-23-11, 08:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 835
Posted By Wescoe

Two frames you might look at are the Surly Troll...

Two frames you might look at are the Surly Troll (not a cross frame but I think it would suit your needs and you can run 700c wheels) and the Salsa Vaya.

As for wheels, I'd get some flavor of...
Forum: Commuting
06-23-11, 07:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,108
Posted By Wescoe

If my bicycle were my only means of non-foot...

If my bicycle were my only means of non-foot transportation, I would carry a policy on it. If it were stolen, after filing a police report, I should have a check within a few days of the incident. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-20-11, 10:03 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,933
Posted By Wescoe

Depends on what type of paint marker you can get...

Depends on what type of paint marker you can get your hands on. If you've got a steady hand and confidence, a fine brush and model paint is definitely the way to go. However...it can get really messy...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-16-11, 01:39 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,933
Posted By Wescoe

Wow man this is looking hot. I might have gone...

Wow man this is looking hot. I might have gone with white tires for the vanity pics, but white tires don't stay white long. I also think getting a paint marker and lining the lugs with white would...
Forum: Commuting
06-13-11, 01:36 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 84,977
Posted By Wescoe

Right on, thats about what I was thinking. ...

Right on, thats about what I was thinking. Thanks for the info!
Forum: Commuting
06-13-11, 11:05 AM
Replies: 167
Views: 84,977
Posted By Wescoe

Man! This is a hot build. Pretty much exactly...

Man! This is a hot build. Pretty much exactly what I'm looking for. I've reevaluated my wants/needs and have decided a 26" fat tire and 700c skinny tire setup will work for me. Could I ask for a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-11, 07:01 AM
Replies: 1,894
Views: 84,704
Posted By Wescoe

Its literally the best deal I've ever seen on...

Its literally the best deal I've ever seen on BikesDirect.

Its what I point people to when I'm asked what kind of road bike they should get. They come back with what about this, what about...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-11, 10:24 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 790
Posted By Wescoe

You don't give us a whole lot to work with, but...

You don't give us a whole lot to work with, but here are a few things to consider...

Have you had your bike professionally fitted? If so, how long ago? EDIT: Reread the original post...do you...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-11, 07:39 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,813
Posted By Wescoe

I've got a Felt SRD 72 which is a 7005 aluminum...

I've got a Felt SRD 72 which is a 7005 aluminum with carbon rear stays and a carbon fork . It definitely dampens vibration more than a full aluminum frame. A few weekends I swapped bikes with my...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-11, 10:04 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 964
Posted By Wescoe

I don't disagree, but oftentimes OEMs get price...

I don't disagree, but oftentimes OEMs get price breaks because they bulk buy components. That being said, its probably a better deal, if he's set on getting a full group, to get it from the OEM vs....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-11, 02:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 964
Posted By Wescoe

I believe he was saying its more costly and...

I believe he was saying its more costly and difficult to upgrade individual pieces of a grouppo versus one single component (i.e. 105 but has tektro/FSA brakes/cranks). This is why I suggested a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-11, 01:22 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 16,675
Posted By Wescoe

Needs more update from today!

Needs more update from today!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-11, 07:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 964
Posted By Wescoe

A couple things. The bikes you're looking at are...

A couple things. The bikes you're looking at are great and seem to fit your price point nicely. I'll recommend you look into SRAM Apex/Rival gruppos too. I've got a felt carbon/alum frame with...
Forum: Commuting
05-10-11, 12:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,832
Posted By Wescoe

I have a Charge Spoon Cro-Mo in white and I am...

I have a Charge Spoon Cro-Mo in white and I am quite fond of it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-11, 09:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 8,031
Posted By Wescoe

FWIW, there's something called chain wax that's...

FWIW, there's something called chain wax that's actually intended for this purpose. Though its probably not as clean as the method you've described, its a lubricant designed for this purpose and is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-11, 08:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,147
Posted By Wescoe

Most of my flat land riding uses the 3-4...

Most of my flat land riding uses the 3-4 low-middle gears on my cassette. For flat land, I'm quite happy with my cassette and the 50T large chainring on my triple. When I hit the hills and need to...
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