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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-07-15, 08:46 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,016
Posted By Terps

My rig is the scrambler as well. I upgraded to...

My rig is the scrambler as well. I upgraded to the H + Son Formation face and SL42 (front/brake) and threw on a pair of vittoria randonneur's. Ride is notably smoothers and lighter :thumb:. next...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-30-14, 08:19 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,260
Posted By Terps

I am currently using the origami bag from nixon....

I am currently using the origami bag from nixon. tons of interior space, side pocket for laptop, audio pocket for phone/ipod. rugged bag

Origami Backpack | Men's Backpacks,Laptop Bags | Nixon...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-30-14, 07:22 PM
Replies: 4,189
Views: 835,101
Posted By Terps

before and after of my FG/SS new H + Son's...

before and after of my FG/SS

new H + Son's and Vittoria Randonneur's. 425616425617
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-24-14, 08:27 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 875
Posted By Terps

Im gonna be that guy....Who knows where the black friday deals are for wheelsets?

Title says it all....im looking to upgrade from my stock **** wheels. Figured Id put out some feelers for a good lead or two.

preciate ya!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-21-14, 01:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 728
Posted By Terps

Yea i was just velomine the other day and they...

Yea i was just velomine the other day and they did seem to have good prices.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-20-14, 07:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 728
Posted By Terps

Im currently between the wabi and h+s. Figure I...

Im currently between the wabi and h+s. Figure I might as well invest
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-20-14, 07:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 728
Posted By Terps

Thanks for the feedback! H + Sons are dope...

Thanks for the feedback!

H + Sons are dope but gonna burn a deep whole in my pocket.

Im not entirely sure that I have the wherewithal to build my own wheel set.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-19-14, 08:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 728
Posted By Terps

Damaged Rear hub, need new wheetset anyway...annnnd GOOO!

So lost my balls, literally the other day. My rear hub is beyond repair. Its about that time to upgrade my stock wheelset anyway (amelia track)

Need some good suggestions. Was looking at some H +...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-25-14, 01:16 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

True. I checked all those on my own (fixed now,...

True. I checked all those on my own (fixed now, no more sound or pop). The issue was definitely chain-slack after the installation just need another pair of hands on it to pull the wheel back while...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-25-14, 01:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,507
Posted By Terps

seconded

seconded
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-23-14, 08:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 861
Posted By Terps

true, the intelligent do have a special...

true, the intelligent do have a special appreciation for the witticism of the stupid

cheers
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-23-14, 05:34 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 861
Posted By Terps

I did encounter a chain slack issue, but after...

I did encounter a chain slack issue, but after some elbow grease i got the wheel straightened out and the chain tight again. Im actually pleased with the Crossfire. Read several mixed reviews about...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-23-14, 05:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 861
Posted By Terps

First encounter with the Scrod......im a bit...

First encounter with the Scrod......im a bit underwhelmed.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-23-14, 12:58 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 861
Posted By Terps

New ACS Freewheel....issues after installation. Any thoughts?

So i picked up my ACS freewheel today.

Installation was a ***** for a number of reasons:
1. it took me some time to realize that i needed equal parts spacing on both sides of the wheel...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-22-14, 06:48 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

So i picked up my ACS freewheel today. ...

So i picked up my ACS freewheel today.

Installation was a ***** for a number of reasons:
1. it took me some time to realize that i needed equal parts spacing on both sides of the wheel...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-22-14, 12:38 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

Whelp my freewheel order fell through with the...

Whelp my freewheel order fell through with the bike shop I was going with. Had to cut ties with them (horrendous customer care).

Anyone care to throw their two-cents in for a realativly decent...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-21-14, 08:48 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

yea man! its my first attempt at a fixed build....

yea man! its my first attempt at a fixed build. Cant afford the big stuff at the moment but Im pretty content with the bike ( lol i wouldnt know the difference anyway).
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-21-14, 08:46 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

Honestly I was thinking the exact same thing once...

Honestly I was thinking the exact same thing once i was standing over it. It feels snug, but I can get out of the saddle and sprint or stop and stand with no issues.

next upgrade will be the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-20-14, 09:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

yea no problem. Im 5'5, the top tube sits...

yea no problem. Im 5'5, the top tube sits perfectly under the goods.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-20-14, 06:29 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 37,470
Posted By Terps

i know this was a serious post but i just cant...

i know this was a serious post but i just cant get past the third sentence without laughing.

anyway if it helps i just ordered some continental gatorskins.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-20-14, 05:46 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

Ahhh, that does make more sense when you put it...

Ahhh, that does make more sense when you put it that way. Yea, the front brake definitely gave me a sense of security.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-20-14, 05:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

Thanks! Its a 51cm.Its is rock solid and...

Thanks!
Its a 51cm.Its is rock solid and smooth!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-20-14, 01:40 PM
Replies: 4,189
Views: 835,101
Posted By Terps

400571 1/8 scrambler

400571
1/8 scrambler
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-20-14, 01:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

Whelp I received my 1/8 scrambler over the...

Whelp I received my 1/8 scrambler over the weekend and had it assembled at the local bike shop (silver cycles) down the street. in hindsight this is something I probably could have easily done on my...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-27-14, 11:57 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

Thanks for the info. Ive all but made up my mind...

Thanks for the info. Ive all but made up my mind and Im pretty sure Im going with the scrambler. Im pretty much in the same position as far as money goes atm

Should be purchasing in a about a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-26-14, 11:51 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

im curious to know why you feel youd opt for the...

im curious to know why you feel youd opt for the feather? is it simply the welds? Also is your scrambler customized or stock? thanks

Im looking to customize with all-city 612, and a studier fork...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-26-14, 11:49 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

my bad, lol

my bad, lol
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-25-14, 09:26 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

jlafitte,im curious to know why you feel youd opt...

jlafitte,im curious to know why you feel youd opt for the feather? is it simply the welds? Also is your scrambler customized or stock? thanks

just so we're clear i would choose a stock feather...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-25-14, 09:09 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

Heres a Dolan I found. Any thoughts? Im not...

Heres a Dolan I found. Any thoughts? Im not entirely sure Im ready to start out with any breaks if I go the fixed route and it looks like the Alpine forks don't afford any room to fit a break to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-25-14, 06:46 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

Jared, thats what I originally thought I would...

Jared, thats what I originally thought I would do. aside from all the knockoff brands that I see on CL Im having a little difficulty finding a semi-decent bike. Seen a few TT's and some Dolans but...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-14, 03:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,999
Posted By Terps

Eighthinch Scrambler or Fuji Feather?

Hello all, im new to fixed gear/single speed riding and the forum. Ive just recently sold my car and just moved to the DC metropolitan area. Ive done a lot of research on which bikes are worth my...
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