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Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-08, 10:08 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,420
Posted By apmech

My JRT will quickly flip over for a tummy rub! ...

My JRT will quickly flip over for a tummy rub! She's just chilling in this picture:)

http://lh5.ggpht.com/Alli.siu/SCFF_PfXkVI/AAAAAAAAAJw/ZSSDStTZeis/IMG_0198.jpg?imgmax=800
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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-29-07, 12:21 AM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,758,516
Posted By apmech

I really missed having a fixed gear/ single speed...

I really missed having a fixed gear/ single speed bike, So I just got this used frameset and built up with parts laying around..:)

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2304/2073338594_02d60b0843_o.jpg
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Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-07, 07:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,013
Posted By apmech

Hmmm.. that would be the ultimate indoor...

Hmmm.. that would be the ultimate indoor trainer..:)
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-07, 09:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,013
Posted By apmech

Insideride rollers

I saw these rollers at Interbike last week. It looks like a well designed indoor rollers which simulates a real road feel. It's a two piece design which allows the drums to slide fore/aft. Check...
Forum: Triathlon
02-08-07, 01:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 817
Posted By apmech

Hi, I'm not a triathlete, but I do run...

Hi,

I'm not a triathlete, but I do run and bike. I have had lower back pains since a year and a half ago. Recently had an MRI doone and found that my lower back had a herniated disk. Pain...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-30-06, 12:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,406
Posted By apmech

My experience with a carbon fork used for cross...

My experience with a carbon fork used for cross was a bad one. I was out practicing mounts, dismounts and other cross skills with a friend.
At one point, the both of us were riding up a small hill,...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-06, 12:19 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 600
Posted By apmech

Before every ride: Check tire condition,...

Before every ride:

Check tire condition, pressure & tread condition
Check brakes
Check Skewers for tightness

Weekly (if needed):

Includes list form daily check
Check chain condition,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-05, 12:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,795
Posted By apmech

Yeah.. I decided to build up my frameset again.....

Yeah.. I decided to build up my frameset again.. So far I have Mavic Front/Rear Derailleurs, Mavic Retro friction Shifter, C-Record Cranks, C-Record brake levers and Delta brake calipers, TTT...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-30-05, 03:58 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 5,720
Posted By apmech

Personally I really like the way sloping top...

Personally I really like the way sloping top tubes look.. True.. at first, I thought it was rather odd looking, but like other things, it grows on you.. The plus side is that I like the way it...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-05, 03:51 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,685
Posted By apmech

Some of the thing I do to make climbing easier is...

Some of the thing I do to make climbing easier is to keep telling myself to not tense up and really try to stay relaxed. Find a good pedelling cadence that I can maintain relatively well throughout...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-15-05, 10:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,795
Posted By apmech

Hi, I have a mid 80's look frameset...

Hi,

I have a mid 80's look frameset that was made from reynolds 753r tubing with Campagnolo dropouts. The color scheme was that of the old Le Vie Claire team (Yellow, Blue, Red and White). ...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-05, 12:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 538
Posted By apmech

One important thing to keep in mind is that you...

One important thing to keep in mind is that you will need a strong base before you plan on training at Lactic Treshold...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-15-05, 12:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 779
Posted By apmech

Cycling-running

I don't know if there are any runners here, but here is my question.

How much cycling would you need to ride to equal running a marathon? ie.. distance and elevation gain...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-05, 08:35 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,378
Posted By apmech

Just found this on Ebay! You can buy the...

Just found this on Ebay!
You can buy the Specialized Turbo pro for $60.00 .. ie.. Regular price is $110.

A great deal..
...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-05, 09:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 390
Posted By apmech

besides lowering the front derailleur, you will...

besides lowering the front derailleur, you will need to shorten the chain length too (2-3 links), then it should workout nicely!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-05, 06:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,375
Posted By apmech

What is your weekend ride like?

Since. this weekend I am sick and staying home, trying to rest and get over this flu.. I definately have too much time on my hands!
I actually dosed off and had a dream I was doing my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-13-05, 05:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 641
Posted By apmech

Here is a helping hand .... follow this link...

Here is a helping hand .... follow this link and you shall find the answers!

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=99077
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-05, 04:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 340
Posted By apmech

Thank Sheldon!

Thank Sheldon!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-05, 01:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 340
Posted By apmech

DA 10spd BB cups compatibility

Here's a question for the knowledgeable...
I have a DA 10 speed crankset, 53/39. I want to convert to using the FSA SLK compact cranksets with the 50/34 chainrings. I want to know if anyone...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-05, 07:48 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,024
Posted By apmech

Hey just to let you know, My friend and I just...

Hey just to let you know, My friend and I just bought a pair of the 0G-05 brakeset. I'm running DA 9spd, and he is running Campy Ergo 10spd. The set up on these brakes are not very difficult, but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-22-05, 11:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 707
Posted By apmech

Either the chain is worn and you need to replace...

Either the chain is worn and you need to replace it, or you may simply need to turn the adjustment barrel on the rear derailleur to fine tune the shifting. Sounds like you may need to turn it out...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-05, 08:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 820
Posted By apmech

If your sti shifters are flight deck compatible,...

If your sti shifters are flight deck compatible, then it's a nice computer to have because you can bring up different displays just by pressing the buttons on the inner side of your levers, thus...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-31-05, 08:01 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,244
Posted By apmech

I always carry a cliff bar and Carb-boom gel when...

I always carry a cliff bar and Carb-boom gel when I go out for a ride. Both are easy to eat and digest and taste good too!..
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-05, 07:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 598
Posted By apmech

Since we are on the subject of cable snapping, ...

Since we are on the subject of cable snapping, thought all of you might be interested in a recall from Shimano - about brake cables

Shimano Recalls Aftermarket Brake Cables
01/27/2004
IRVINE,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-05, 10:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,155
Posted By apmech

Having it adjusted correctly, are you still able...

Having it adjusted correctly, are you still able to use you smallest two cogs on the cassette while being on the small front chainring, without having the chain contacting the larger chainring?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-27-05, 10:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,155
Posted By apmech

I might be interested in that IRD front Der. ...

I might be interested in that IRD front Der. Can you let me know how it works out with you, if you are using it?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-05, 01:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 474
Posted By apmech

try this link to Excel sports.. ...

try this link to Excel sports..

http://www.excelsports.com/new.asp?page=8&description=Cassette+10+Speed&vendorCode=WHEELS&major=1&minor=10
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-05, 01:10 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,155
Posted By apmech

Hi, I am now running a compact crank with...

Hi,
I am now running a compact crank with 50/36, Currently I have Shimano DA 9spd and I was just wondering has anyone tried using the Campy Compact front derailleur with Shimano shifters? If...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-14-05, 05:45 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,981
Posted By apmech

Info: American Comp Lite Frameset

Hey
I have this Mtn Bike Frameset that I am thinking of building up, it is made By American Bike M... (ABM)and the model is a Comp Lite. I think it was built in 1989.. and constructed on...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-05, 04:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 678
Posted By apmech

Hi, Does anyone on this forum have any...

Hi,

Does anyone on this forum have any experience on the Real Design Supersonic or Ultrasonic wheelsets? I know these wheelset are relative new to the market, but I am sure someone in this...
Forum: Commuting
01-04-05, 11:53 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,308
Posted By apmech

I was able to put in 5700 mile for the year. I...

I was able to put in 5700 mile for the year. I am very happy with that!

It's my first year back from being off the bike for almost 9 years.. So it is safe to say I am back and I am...
Forum: Commuting
01-04-05, 11:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,123
Posted By apmech

Hi all, I am new to this forum, but I...

Hi all,

I am new to this forum, but I wanted to know.. Does anyone here commute during the night time hours (9pm - 11 pm) ? If so, what experiences have you had? Can you share any good...
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