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Forum: Mountain Biking
09-25-04, 08:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,169
Posted By Eric

I had those issues before as well. Did you put...

I had those issues before as well. Did you put some grease on the pedal threads before installing? That fixed my problem.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-07-04, 10:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 434
Posted By Eric

I am 185lbs and have a 2004 Manitou Black Elite...

I am 185lbs and have a 2004 Manitou Black Elite 100mm. With the stock spring (med 150-170lbs), the shock felt a little bit soft. I have the preload set at 1 turn from max to give 1/2". So, I then...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-07-04, 09:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,195
Posted By Eric

Thanx for the info. I replaced the spring just...

Thanx for the info. I replaced the spring just fine.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-05-04, 06:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 683
Posted By Eric

I don't have a coil over shock. Maybe you think...

I don't have a coil over shock. Maybe you think I am talking about a front shock. It is a rear air shock (2004 stumpjumper FSR)
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-05-04, 06:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 683
Posted By Eric

I found something out interesting. I was pumping...

I found something out interesting. I was pumping the shock up to say 165lbs and when I remove the pump, I hear air leaving. I was told that this was just air leaving the air tube attached to the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-05-04, 01:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 683
Posted By Eric

Fox float w/ propedal

Anyone here have a bike with this rear shock? I just got my new stumpjumper FSR w/ propedal and I am having the hardest time setting it up. The ride seems so harsh compared to my old fox float on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-04, 01:09 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,195
Posted By Eric

Replacing Manitou Black Elite Coil

I just purchased a 2004 Stumpjumper FSR that has a Manitou Elite 100. I am 186lbs and I ordered a new spring. The one that came stock was rated from 150-170lbs. I have looked at the service...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-22-03, 01:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 475
Posted By Eric

Thanks everyone for the good words. Broken ribs...

Thanks everyone for the good words. Broken ribs really hurt!!
I swear that every muscle is attached somehow to your ribs. I hope it doesn't keep me from riding for too long. But I will say...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-22-03, 08:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 475
Posted By Eric

BuzzBomb, I was riding Holdridge (west loop).

BuzzBomb, I was riding Holdridge (west loop).
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-22-03, 07:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 475
Posted By Eric

I'm broke, but not my bike!!

Well, I knew it had to happen to me at sometime. I finally endowed.....OUCH!!!!!

I have ridden this trail hundreds of times and I still have no clue what the H-E_double hockey sticks happened! ...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-05-03, 12:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,972
Posted By Eric

I have a Kona Kahuna Deluxe with an EXR Air and I...

I have a Kona Kahuna Deluxe with an EXR Air and I really like it.
I did have to play the the psi for a while though. The manual stated that I needed 45psi for my wieght, but I usually run around...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-09-03, 02:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 500
Posted By Eric

Thanx for the response Rev. Chuck. I will take...

Thanx for the response Rev. Chuck. I will take a good look at them tonight. I will loosen my fixing bolts and back off the inner pad all the way, as well as remove my brake cable and see what...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-03, 09:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 500
Posted By Eric

BR-475 Mech. Disk Brakes

I started a thread earlier about brake adjustment, but really received no answers on the problem.
I just purchased a Kona Kahuna Deluxe with Shimano BR-475 disk brakes and I can't seem to align...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-03, 11:48 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 717
Posted By Eric

Disc Brake Alignment

I finally got my first F/S bike. After a lot of research, I got myself a Kona Kahuna deluxe and WOW!!!!!!!



Anyway, I can not find anything on the BR-M475 disc brakes that it came with. They...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-21-03, 11:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,503
Posted By Eric

Well, I bought the Kahuna delux on Saturday. ...

Well, I bought the Kahuna delux on Saturday. What a sweeeeet ride! They ended up giving me 10% off the price because they were supposed to let me know if they sold there 18" so that I wouldn't have...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-18-03, 10:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,503
Posted By Eric

Kona Kahuna Deluxe

I was just wondering if anybody had any trail experience with this bike. I have finally decided to go F/S and I have been test riding many bikes lately. The last bike on my list to ride is the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-07-03, 02:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,772
Posted By Eric

I am not sure if I should go with the Black. ...

I am not sure if I should go with the Black. It's a little pricy for me (over $300 at pricepoint). I did like the feel though when I tested one, although I wouldn't really call riding across a...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-07-03, 02:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,772
Posted By Eric

I should probably mention that I have a Trek 4500...

I should probably mention that I have a Trek 4500 as of now. Would 100mm work with my bike? I really want 100mm!!! 80mm just doesn't cut it all the time. So the MX is a pretty durable fork? ...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-07-03, 01:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,772
Posted By Eric

Best suspension fork?

Just wondering what the best fork under $250 would be for a person 185-200lbs. I do normal to aggressive/technical XC and want a fork that could take some abuse. I have been researching Marzocchi...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-07-03, 12:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 911
Posted By Eric

Thanx for all the input. I really do like the...

Thanx for all the input. I really do like the bike and if it is a problem that can be fixed (if the problem even occurs) I will know what to do. Thanx again everyone
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-13-03, 03:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 911
Posted By Eric

GF Sugar Chain suck?

Does anybody know if GF worked out the chain suck issues they had with there 2002 Sugars? I have read a few reviews on the 2003 models and some people still mention chain suck. If there is still...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-02, 08:05 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,762
Posted By Eric

Would I need to run a 9 speed chain as well, if I...

Would I need to run a 9 speed chain as well, if I am using a 9sp der.? Or, is a 9 sp chain only needed with the 9 sp. cassette.
Also, from what I am gathering here, I can use a 9 sp der. with my 8...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-02, 06:16 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,762
Posted By Eric

Thanx Cipher. We get plenty of sleep. Audrey...

Thanx Cipher. We get plenty of sleep. Audrey was sleeping at least 4 hours at night when we first brought her home and now she averages 10hrs at 7 months plus her cat naps during the day.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-17-02, 07:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,762
Posted By Eric

Well Pokey, I don't know if a 9-sp der. will work...

Well Pokey, I don't know if a 9-sp der. will work with an 8-sp cassette and that is why I am here asking these questions. I am sorry if I sound like an idiot, but I just want to learn. I am not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-17-02, 06:28 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,762
Posted By Eric

The only reason I wanted to go 9-speed is because...

The only reason I wanted to go 9-speed is because all of the higher end bikes are 9-speed and eventually I will get a F/S frame w/ shock to transfer the components to.
Where ever I look for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-16-02, 04:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 8,762
Posted By Eric

8-speed to 9-speed upgrade

I own a 2002 Trek 4500 hardtail that I puchased earlier this year and I am thinking of upgrading my drive train down the road. I have entered a few threads concerning what F/S to buy or opinions on...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-16-02, 11:23 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 428
Posted By Eric

8-speed to 9-speed upgrade

I own a 2002 Trek 4500 hardtail that I puchased earlier this year and I am thinking of upgrading my drive train down the road. I have entered a few threads concerning what F/S to buy or opinions on...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-20-02, 10:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 670
Posted By Eric

Cannondale Jekyll

Does anyone own or know of someone who owns a Cannondale Jekyll? I have been doing alot of research on FS bikes and this one seems to always pop out at me and say "BUY ME"!!. A guy I ride with...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-19-02, 10:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,100
Posted By Eric

The Epic looks cool as hell! I really like it...

The Epic looks cool as hell! I really like it when they keep the triangle design in full susp. bikes..i.e. Fuel, Sugar, NRS. I read alot of reviews on these bikes and the problems they mentioned...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-18-02, 11:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,100
Posted By Eric

Thanx Kustomz, I checked out the web site and u...

Thanx Kustomz, I checked out the web site and u are correct. I think I will stay away from that design. Plus, the seat tube angle is really laxed. I looked at some other reviews in that web site...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-17-02, 07:18 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,100
Posted By Eric

Does anyone have any experience with this mono...

Does anyone have any experience with this mono link design?
It looks as if it is a bike specific rear shock and in order to replace, u would need a whole new rear triangle. I could be wrong though....
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-16-02, 07:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,100
Posted By Eric

Klein Palamino

Has anyone here seen or ridden the new Klein Palamino? What a beautiful bike....

I noticed it resembles the Seven Duo. I know the Duo got some good reviews in MTN Bike Mag. Also, would any...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-20-02, 08:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 729
Posted By Eric

I do like the Sugars, but I have read alot of bad...

I do like the Sugars, but I have read alot of bad things in reviews about the frame not being aligned or wrong sized BB causing chain suck issues. These were 2002 reviews too. Other then those...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-19-02, 05:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 729
Posted By Eric

I read the link....thanx. The NRS seems like a...

I read the link....thanx. The NRS seems like a very fragile bike (looks nice though), much like a cannondale jekyll (from what I have read). The Sugar + seems nice, but again, chain suck issues. ...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-19-02, 12:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 729
Posted By Eric

thanx for the info. Maybe the 1 year only...

thanx for the info.
Maybe the 1 year only applies to bikes and products purchased from there site.
In "Terms and Conditions", it still stated only a 1 year limited warrenty.

Has anyone ever...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-19-02, 11:46 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 729
Posted By Eric

best bang for the buck

I know that everyone has heard this a million times in previous posts, but here it is again. I have been thinking very hard about getting a F/S XC bike. I know that everyone has there own opinion...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-05-02, 09:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,021
Posted By Eric

I personally own a Trek 4500 and I really like...

I personally own a Trek 4500 and I really like it. It felt comfy when I test rode it and it still is for the most part. I do notice my hands falling asleep when I am riding hard in the trails. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-02-02, 10:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 17,717
Posted By Eric

Well, the bike shop I purchased the bike from is...

Well, the bike shop I purchased the bike from is replacing the wheel. All is covered under warrenty. They were great, no questions asked. I guess it's easier then just replacing the hub itself....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-02, 11:30 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 17,717
Posted By Eric

Well, I took the wheel to my LBS and I now need a...

Well, I took the wheel to my LBS and I now need a new wheel . They said that the innards were cross threaded. I don't know how this would have happened from just riding the trails. They think...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-02, 06:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 17,717
Posted By Eric

Thanx everyone for your replies. It is greatly...

Thanx everyone for your replies. It is greatly appreciated.
I think if it were the cones, the LBS would have tried to tighten them. At least I would think..lol. Maybe it is the freehub like...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-02, 09:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 17,717
Posted By Eric

I can actually move the rim side to side without...

I can actually move the rim side to side without spinning the wheel. It isn't alot of play, maybe a 1/8-1/4 inch side to side.
As far as the humming, it is when I am on the bike. I don't get it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-02, 06:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 17,717
Posted By Eric

Well, I noticed the play getting a little worse. ...

Well, I noticed the play getting a little worse. I took off the rear wheel and investigated more. I noticed that the wheel itself is secure, but the cassette is what has the play in it. When...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-02, 06:50 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 17,717
Posted By Eric

I took the wheel to the LBS and they told me it...

I took the wheel to the LBS and they told me it was the cassette. He said that it wasn't as serious as I thought and it should be fine. When I start to notice a problem shifting gears, I should...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-24-02, 11:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 17,717
Posted By Eric

Slight play in rear wheel

I own a Trek 4500 and I just noticed a slight wobble in my rear wheel (while not turning my wheel, I can move the wheel side to side slightly). Inspecting this, I noticed a loose spoke. I have...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-16-02, 04:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,417
Posted By Eric

Well, I finally got to hit some trails with the...

Well, I finally got to hit some trails with the bike. I have been riding trails near home in Holly Mich. at least two to three times a week. It has been raining alot lately, so I have only been...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-11-02, 06:55 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,972
Posted By Eric

Thanx for the input a2psyklnut. I will try...

Thanx for the input a2psyklnut.

I will try out what u suggested. I seem to like my shox not so stiff when I am on the trails. I like the cushion I get with even the smaller obstacles. When I...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-10-02, 08:34 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,972
Posted By Eric

Trek 4500 Rock Shox TT preload

I got into mountain biking last year with a Raleigh M40. I liked it (biking) so much that I upgraded a little to a new Trek 4500. To make a long story short, I am trying to find the best shock...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-09-02, 09:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,417
Posted By Eric

I have the exact same bike. I havn't hit the...

I have the exact same bike. I havn't hit the trails yet and I am hoping it does well. I stepped up from a raleigh M40 that I bought last year. I sold it to my nieghbor for $220.00.
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