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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-05, 08:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 514
Posted By BigGunZ

Thanks for the link. Didn't need it but I'm sure...

Thanks for the link. Didn't need it but I'm sure I will in the future.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-05, 07:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 514
Posted By BigGunZ

Good advice...it worked. Just a little cable...

Good advice...it worked. Just a little cable stretch during breakin.
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-01-05, 07:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 714
Posted By BigGunZ

I had to look outside to make sure that the space...

I had to look outside to make sure that the space shuttle wasn't sitting in my garage. Nope....only a chinese bicycle ;)
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-01-05, 07:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 714
Posted By BigGunZ

OK, I flipped the stem and it gave me the drop I...

OK, I flipped the stem and it gave me the drop I needed. I didn't realize that everyone was so "conventional".
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-01-05, 07:31 AM
Replies: 3,715
Views: 362,683
Posted By BigGunZ

What was I thinking. ...

What was I thinking.

http://www.z06vette.com/gallery/data/500/8229RockHopper-med.jpg
http://www.z06vette.com/gallery/data/500/8229Gemini2000.jpg
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-30-05, 11:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 714
Posted By BigGunZ

Therein lies my question...why not the bars? By...

Therein lies my question...why not the bars? By rolling them in the mount you can adjust their height as well as reach. I'm asking whether there is anything inherently wrong with doing this except...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-05, 10:53 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 514
Posted By BigGunZ

I'll try that. I made sure that I...

I'll try that.



I made sure that I wasn't crossed.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-30-05, 10:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 714
Posted By BigGunZ

That's what I did.......flipped it upside down.

That's what I did.......flipped it upside down.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-30-05, 10:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 714
Posted By BigGunZ

Would a flat bar be a better solution? I have a...

Would a flat bar be a better solution? I have a nice aluminum bar from my old hopper.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-30-05, 10:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 714
Posted By BigGunZ

They are risers, but it felt like they placed me...

They are risers, but it felt like they placed me too "up-right" on the bike. It didn't feel right, almost like I was sitting up too straight. Esentially, by flipping them I was able to eliminate...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-30-05, 10:26 PM
Replies: 3,715
Views: 362,683
Posted By BigGunZ

05 RockHopper 05 Cannondale Gemini 2000 FR...

05 RockHopper
05 Cannondale Gemini 2000 FR (coming in June)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-05, 10:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 514
Posted By BigGunZ

What controls how the small derailer gears...

What controls how the small derailer gears "track", over the chain rings? And can that track be adjusted?
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-30-05, 10:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 714
Posted By BigGunZ

Anything wrong with this? (pic)

When I picked up my hopper it didn't quite feel right. The bars were set up almost like a beach cruiser's bars would be. They felt a bit high. I flipped the bar with the ends downward and slightly...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-05, 10:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 514
Posted By BigGunZ

Yes, they'll do a free adjustment but it doesn't...

Yes, they'll do a free adjustment but it doesn't look like rocket science. I'm a seasoned mechanic on most things mechanical...except bikes. I think if someone explained iit to me it would save me...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-05, 10:07 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 514
Posted By BigGunZ

I have a clicking noise when pedaling. Bike is...

I have a clicking noise when pedaling. Bike is new (rock hopper). Crank, pedals, chainrings, and hubs seem tight and spin smooth when isolated. It appears the little gear thingys (yes, thingy is a...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-05, 12:35 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 581
Posted By BigGunZ

That's not so far fetched...I'm sure it's only a...

That's not so far fetched...I'm sure it's only a matter of time before I wrap it around a pole. I'm a bit rusty. :o
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-05, 12:09 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 581
Posted By BigGunZ

Ha....If that wouldnt go over like a thong on a...

Ha....If that wouldnt go over like a thong on a nun :eek:
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-05, 12:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 581
Posted By BigGunZ

Are they a common part that I can find at the...

Are they a common part that I can find at the dealer where I got the bike?
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-05, 11:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 581
Posted By BigGunZ

I've heard a few stories too, mostly here, but I...

I've heard a few stories too, mostly here, but I haven't read one negative review on the 05 models though, at least not on the Geminis.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-05, 10:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 581
Posted By BigGunZ

Thanx. I'm getting a full susp. rig around the...

Thanx. I'm getting a full susp. rig around the end of May. I'm leaning heavily towards a Cannondale Gemini 2000 but I'm starting to see a few other rigs on this forum that look interesting as well...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-05, 10:53 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 581
Posted By BigGunZ

I see you're from Philly. I was raised in...

I see you're from Philly. I was raised in Pottsville. Small world.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-05, 10:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 581
Posted By BigGunZ

Thanks. that would NOT be a beater :D

Thanks. that would NOT be a beater :D
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-05, 10:50 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 581
Posted By BigGunZ

I wish that were true. At 6ft 215, I have a...

I wish that were true. At 6ft 215, I have a tendency to ruin lessor bikes in a few weeks. My last bike was a 96 Rock Hopper and after riding this new one, I almost like the 96 better (had a rigid...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-05, 10:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 581
Posted By BigGunZ

Also, if anyone close to Jax Fl. is looking for a...

Also, if anyone close to Jax Fl. is looking for a few free "project" bikes...check out my post in the Pay-it-Forward section.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-05, 10:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 581
Posted By BigGunZ

Picked up my new beater today....

Decided to get another Rock Hopper as a temporary ride until I get my Gemini next month. these things have really changed since 96. Pretty nice bike for the $$$. Time to go out and see if I can...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-05, 06:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 571
Posted By BigGunZ

That is a great looking frame.

That is a great looking frame.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-05, 04:52 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 571
Posted By BigGunZ

I know they're not popular here but a Cannondale...

I know they're not popular here but a Cannondale Gemini would fill that role nicely
http://www.z06vette.com/gallery/data/500/8229Gemini2000.jpg
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-28-05, 05:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,409
Posted By BigGunZ

That would suck. There are a small handful of...

That would suck. There are a small handful of Australian parts on my Vette though. I like Aussies though...you folks are willing fight along side us. (you build a mean Corvette tunnel-shaft too) ;)
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-28-05, 03:35 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,409
Posted By BigGunZ

OK, I'l humor you on this one.... 1992 Ford...

OK, I'l humor you on this one....

1992 Ford F250HD Turbodiesel
1993 Jeep Wrangler 4.0
2003 Z06 Corvette

Knock yourself out.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-27-05, 07:23 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,409
Posted By BigGunZ

Uh......er........well.........OK sure.

Uh......er........well.........OK sure.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-27-05, 07:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,409
Posted By BigGunZ

Seemingly, but it's just as subjective and...

Seemingly, but it's just as subjective and speculative a topic as everything else. Everybody has their preferences whether it be bikes, clothes, or cars. Trying to say one is better than another as...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-27-05, 06:14 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,409
Posted By BigGunZ

I'm only sensitive in one spot. 2K? If you...

I'm only sensitive in one spot.
2K? If you only knew ;)
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-27-05, 06:11 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,409
Posted By BigGunZ

I agree with your point but a Ford is as American...

I agree with your point but a Ford is as American as they come. When people say US cars are junk, they sure aren't referring to the Hondas and Toyotas that are built here and considered "American"...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-27-05, 04:32 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,409
Posted By BigGunZ

The "sour grapes" comment was merely speculation...

The "sour grapes" comment was merely speculation on my part but it's interesting that you would go out of your way to comment on it. Maybe a shred of truth here after all. I'd bet a months salary...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-26-05, 12:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 389
Posted By BigGunZ

Looks like a large with about a 3.5" stem will...

Looks like a large with about a 3.5" stem will work fine. Thanx for the help.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-26-05, 12:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 389
Posted By BigGunZ

Excellent, thanx....I still have my hopper so...

Excellent, thanx....I still have my hopper so I'll check it out. :beer:
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-26-05, 12:10 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,409
Posted By BigGunZ

I've been bike shopping and decided on a...

I've been bike shopping and decided on a Cannondale for a few reasons. By trade, I'm an aircraft mechanic and a sucker for mechanical structures resembling art and there are very few frames that...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-26-05, 11:33 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 359
Posted By BigGunZ

Thanx for the welcome.

Thanx for the welcome.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-26-05, 11:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 359
Posted By BigGunZ

I sort of figured as much after looking around at...

I sort of figured as much after looking around at parts prices. Just wanted to hear it from somebody else. Thanx.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-26-05, 11:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 389
Posted By BigGunZ

Help selecting frame size...

I've been researching full suspension Freeride bikes and have decided on a Cannondale Gemini 2000. The problem I have is that none of the CD dealers around here will keep them in stock and treat...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-26-05, 10:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 359
Posted By BigGunZ

Is this bike worth salvaging?

First off as you can see...this is my first post...hello all :D

I have a 96 Rock Hopper rigid (19") that sat outside for a few years due to military commitments and as you could guess, corrosion...
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