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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-08, 01:47 PM
Replies: 1,431
Views: 182,667
Posted By polara426sh

Have size 58 Fuso FRX frame and fork. TT length...

Have size 58 Fuso FRX frame and fork. TT length is 56. The finish isn't perfect, it could probably use a new paint job. Columbus SLX tubing. Comes with a Campy Record headset.

Want: A comparable...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-13-08, 04:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 851
Posted By polara426sh

Our new Santana

Eboo and I just picked up our new Santana Arriva SE last week. We are absolutely loving it.

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v650/polara426sh/P1010099.jpg
...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-13-08, 03:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,910
Posted By polara426sh

I follow Sheldon's advice. "The best...

I follow Sheldon's advice.

"The best technique for setting chain length is to thread the chain onto the large/large combination, without running it through the rear derailer. Mesh the two ends on...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
01-03-08, 03:19 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 458
Posted By polara426sh

Thanks for the link. I really enjoyed watching...

Thanks for the link. I really enjoyed watching the sprints.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-22-07, 09:34 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 3,564
Posted By polara426sh

Brujeria

Brujeria
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-18-07, 03:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 823
Posted By polara426sh

The Velocity rims are much nicer than the...

The Velocity rims are much nicer than the Weinmans.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-15-07, 07:59 PM
Replies: 198
Views: 6,730
Posted By polara426sh

Haven't you seen my avatar?

Haven't you seen my avatar?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-15-07, 12:28 PM
Replies: 198
Views: 6,730
Posted By polara426sh

I was born with sharp pointy teeth in the front.

I was born with sharp pointy teeth in the front.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-15-07, 10:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 657
Posted By polara426sh

I saw a website that had .pdf templates for...

I saw a website that had .pdf templates for making your own chainrings, but I can't seem to find it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-15-07, 10:43 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 935
Posted By polara426sh

Having the brake on the front will give you more...

Having the brake on the front will give you more braking power than having it on the rear.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-15-07, 10:37 AM
Replies: 198
Views: 6,730
Posted By polara426sh

This thread makes me want a steak. Topped with...

This thread makes me want a steak. Topped with veal cutlets and foie gras.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
12-15-07, 10:16 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,104
Posted By polara426sh

A cream color would look nice. Maybe a dark red.

A cream color would look nice. Maybe a dark red.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-14-07, 08:35 PM
Replies: 9,750
Views: 493,639
Posted By polara426sh

Mastodon - Blood Mountain

Mastodon - Blood Mountain
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-14-07, 03:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 658
Posted By polara426sh

I'd leave your Paramount as is and just buy a new...

I'd leave your Paramount as is and just buy a new single speed if that's what you want. Whatever you do, if you decide to turn your Paramount into a single speed or fixed, please don't butcher it by...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
12-08-07, 07:54 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 971
Posted By polara426sh

These would probably work. ...

These would probably work.

http://oddsandendos.safeshopper.com/8/56.htm?234
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-28-07, 08:14 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,596
Posted By polara426sh

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v650/polara426sh...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v650/polara426sh/PA280021.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-28-07, 08:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,596
Posted By polara426sh

I;m using a BP Stealth fork. I love it.

I;m using a BP Stealth fork. I love it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-28-07, 07:39 PM
Replies: 9,750
Views: 493,639
Posted By polara426sh

Slayer - Reign in Blood

Slayer - Reign in Blood
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-22-07, 12:48 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,211
Posted By polara426sh

I've lived in the South for the majority of my...

I've lived in the South for the majority of my life and I've never heard that term as being racist or perpetuating any stereotypes. This is however not the correct forum for this discussion.

OP:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-22-07, 12:24 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,211
Posted By polara426sh

Location: wf n. cackalacki I guess I must be...

Location: wf n. cackalacki

I guess I must be missing something, how is that racist?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-22-07, 12:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 493
Posted By polara426sh

Phil Wood bottom brackets have adjustable cups....

Phil Wood bottom brackets have adjustable cups. You can move the chainline about 5mm each way. 103mm is probably the smallest size you'll find unless you have something custom made.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-12-07, 06:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 885
Posted By polara426sh

Not using brakes is perfectly acceptable, and in...

Not using brakes is perfectly acceptable, and in fact it is a requirement for riding
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-07, 06:43 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,863
Posted By polara426sh

So would you say that your scale is accurate,...

So would you say that your scale is accurate, plus or minus 20 grams? I have a hard time believing you.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-07, 06:11 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,863
Posted By polara426sh

I'm pretty sure that they both have a claimed...

I'm pretty sure that they both have a claimed weight of 1485 grams. The only difference appears to be the color.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-10-07, 08:35 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,788
Posted By polara426sh

You know, Panasonic has been making bike frames...

You know, Panasonic has been making bike frames since 1951.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-10-07, 07:03 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,790
Posted By polara426sh

SunTour went under, so unfortunately no more...

SunTour went under, so unfortunately no more Superbe.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-07, 03:24 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 58,772
Posted By polara426sh

What fork is that?

What fork is that?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-07, 03:18 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,738
Posted By polara426sh

Do you mean cue or queue?

Do you mean cue or queue?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-07, 03:14 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,764,925
Posted By polara426sh

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v650/polara426sh...

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v650/polara426sh/PA280021.jpg

I think I'll change out the stem to a black one at some point.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-07, 12:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,798
Posted By polara426sh

They also have fewer teeth engaged in the chain...

They also have fewer teeth engaged in the chain than a larger ring would, concentrating the force on a smaller area.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-07, 08:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,459
Posted By polara426sh

Definitely buy a good quality cog, the threading...

Definitely buy a good quality cog, the threading will be better on them and that will help to prolong the life of your hubs.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-22-07, 07:40 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 7,150
Posted By polara426sh

I shave my legs a) because I tend to crash more...

I shave my legs a) because I tend to crash more often than most and b) my girlfriend likes it.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-16-07, 04:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 388
Posted By polara426sh

Black Sheep Cycles is probably the coolest bike...

Black Sheep Cycles is probably the coolest bike shop in Charlotte.
http://www.blacksheepcycles.com/
Forum: Southeast
10-05-07, 12:59 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,551
Posted By polara426sh

Says the person who won't ride if it's colder...

Says the person who won't ride if it's colder than 42 or warmer than 80. :p
Forum: Southeast
10-04-07, 04:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 952
Posted By polara426sh

Charlotte's Bicycle Plan

The City of Charlotte is looking for some input towards the bicycle plan for next year. The more avid cyclists taking the survey, the better.
...
Forum: Southeast
10-04-07, 03:57 PM
Replies: 968
Views: 45,304
Posted By polara426sh

They won't actually let anyone in until 5:00, so...

They won't actually let anyone in until 5:00, so 5:00 or just later will give you plenty of time to warm up and get a feel for the speedway and the wind direction.
Forum: Southeast
10-01-07, 03:46 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,551
Posted By polara426sh

When your bike weighs close to 30 pounds it's...

When your bike weighs close to 30 pounds it's great for descending. Going up on the other hand, is not quite as fun. We went up a lot. I kept trying to shift into that extra gear I didn't have on...
Forum: Southeast
10-01-07, 08:56 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,398
Posted By polara426sh

Actually, everyone in the pic has a beer in front...

Actually, everyone in the pic has a beer in front of them.
Forum: Southeast
10-01-07, 08:54 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,398
Posted By polara426sh

Because I'm the only one that doesn't have fruit...

Because I'm the only one that doesn't have fruit in my beer?
Forum: Southeast
09-28-07, 06:31 AM
Replies: 245
Views: 7,758
Posted By polara426sh

I'll be there for all three days.

I'll be there for all three days.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-07, 10:00 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,106
Posted By polara426sh

I always just turn a bit past how far I want to...

I always just turn a bit past how far I want to adjust it, then turn it back. Round spokes will wind up like that as well. I have always built and trued/tensioned wheels this way, I thought it was...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-07, 09:54 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,106
Posted By polara426sh

How so?

How so?
Forum: Commuting
09-05-07, 07:57 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,910
Posted By polara426sh

Bike lanes? What are those? Did I ever mention...

Bike lanes? What are those? Did I ever mention that Charlotte is a horrible city to try to get around by bike?
Forum: Introductions
09-02-07, 06:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 214
Posted By polara426sh

Welcome to BF! Sounds like you have some...

Welcome to BF! Sounds like you have some beautiful areas to ride in. :)
Forum: Southeast
09-01-07, 07:13 AM
Replies: 968
Views: 45,304
Posted By polara426sh

How many of y'all are doing the TT on the fifth?...

How many of y'all are doing the TT on the fifth? Myself and Vega will be there, and I'm going to go ahead and assume Jppe will be there as well. Anyone else?
Forum: Introductions
09-01-07, 07:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 386
Posted By polara426sh

Welcome to BF! If you're ever up by the...

Welcome to BF!

If you're ever up by the University area and want to ride, shoot me a PM. There's a couple of us that live out that way. I homebrew as well, mostly just partial mash. I live in an...
Forum: Southeast
08-07-07, 06:56 PM
Replies: 968
Views: 45,304
Posted By polara426sh

No need, we're just trying to set you up on the...

No need, we're just trying to set you up on the right track to start out.:)
Forum: Southeast
08-05-07, 03:40 PM
Replies: 968
Views: 45,304
Posted By polara426sh

I hate to sound like a broken record, but that...

I hate to sound like a broken record, but that would be a much less than ideal bike for you, regardless of fit. It would make for a pretty poor commuter bike, and isn't very well suited to the roads...
Forum: Southeast
08-04-07, 04:34 PM
Replies: 968
Views: 45,304
Posted By polara426sh

That pretty much sums up my sentiments. They used...

That pretty much sums up my sentiments. They used to have a couple of pretty cool wrenches, but they both went to other bike shops.
Forum: Southeast
08-03-07, 12:47 PM
Replies: 968
Views: 45,304
Posted By polara426sh

Sorry Warren. I had already posted in Foo and had...

Sorry Warren. I had already posted in Foo and had forgotten to post up here.

I finished in 26:48.40, 22.38 MPH. A new personal best. :)

Vega had some mechanical issues, I'd rather let her post...
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