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Forum: Mountain Biking
08-13-15, 06:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,198
Posted By FizzyPop

Which model was that? My road bike was a closeout...

Which model was that? My road bike was a closeout at the time, pretty nice discount. I need to get out to a couple of local stores just to see whats on offer. Patience is the name of the game for...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-11-15, 10:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,198
Posted By FizzyPop

Used is definitely a possibility. I was just...

Used is definitely a possibility. I was just chatting to someone tonight who suggested I join a local Facebook group for trading.

Canker, that was my concern that everything would 30lbs plus at...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-11-15, 07:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,198
Posted By FizzyPop

Lightest Hardtail Under 1k?

Hey all,

I'm about to get back into riding after a while out and plan on being exclusively on the trail. Roads here in Vegas are just too dangerous for my liking. I have an older dual suspension...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-01-09, 07:37 AM
Replies: 805
Views: 110,722
Posted By FizzyPop

Looks nice in white, very clean looking.

Looks nice in white, very clean looking.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-01-08, 06:04 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 403
Posted By FizzyPop

A nice spot to ride, my regular route too as I...

A nice spot to ride, my regular route too as I live closeby. Check out this old thread for some pics:

http://www.bikeforums.net//showthread.php?t=237915&highlight=
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-12-08, 09:38 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,397
Posted By FizzyPop

Great finish, the camera angle from above on the...

Great finish, the camera angle from above on the replay really showed his speed.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-08, 07:16 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 911
Posted By FizzyPop

I have a 57 in Lemond. Also had a 55 Pinarello. I...

I have a 57 in Lemond. Also had a 55 Pinarello. I am 6ft and the 57 is good for me. When do you go back to Colorado? If it is after the 09 bikes are out you might be able to score a good deal on an...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-08, 06:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 805
Posted By FizzyPop

Anyone order a jersey too? How are they? I'll...

Anyone order a jersey too? How are they? I'll take a referral code too. Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-08, 06:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 411
Posted By FizzyPop

In regular shoes I am a 41, for cycling I have to...

In regular shoes I am a 41, for cycling I have to get a 42 as the 41 runs a little too small, so maybe be that might be ok. Can anyone comment on how the Exustar sizes run?

Thanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-08, 04:22 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,587
Posted By FizzyPop

Once it hits 100, I start riding early.....triple...

Once it hits 100, I start riding early.....triple digits is too much for me.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-08, 04:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 411
Posted By FizzyPop

Nashbar: PI Vagabond or Exustar SR-421?

Need a pair of cheap shoes and these seem like decent candidates. Anyone have any input over what might be the better choice? My only experience is with Specialized and Gaerne shoes.

Thanks.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-08, 05:08 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 19,199
Posted By FizzyPop

42 Shoulders, 44cm bars.

42 Shoulders, 44cm bars.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-15-08, 06:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 586
Posted By FizzyPop

I know nothing about this bike but I it looks...

I know nothing about this bike but I it looks cool:
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-12-08, 07:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 706
Posted By FizzyPop

Is the top tube too short? If so, try a new stem?

Is the top tube too short? If so, try a new stem?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-08, 05:50 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 414
Posted By FizzyPop

Thanks, I vaguely recall those. Didn't occur to...

Thanks, I vaguely recall those. Didn't occur to me it was one. I am in no rush, if I can't find something to convert over the next few months I'll go with a BD bike to keep it cheap.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-08, 02:25 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 414
Posted By FizzyPop

Bike ID help

Saw this bike on CL: http://lasvegas.craigslist.org/bik/587658727.html As it says, nothing to really identify it. When I emailed, the seller said the rims were Swift Arriv and the hubs were labeled...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-24-08, 08:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,915
Posted By FizzyPop

Yeah, he could have said he rode his bike...

Yeah, he could have said he rode his bike there.....

Anyway, Bells is the bizniz when it comes to microbrews, I like their IPA. Tough to find round these parts tho :(
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-23-08, 08:45 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 928
Posted By FizzyPop

Just regular bike shops here, nothing specific to...

Just regular bike shops here, nothing specific to fixed.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-21-08, 12:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,585
Posted By FizzyPop

Aside from the motobecane coming with brakes, do...

Aside from the motobecane coming with brakes, do any of the three have any advantage over each other? I have been looking for something to convert to single speed but am having a tough time finding...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-08, 10:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 920
Posted By FizzyPop

The stock Bontrager saddle on my Lemond was a...

The stock Bontrager saddle on my Lemond was a complete ass hatchet :) Makes my eyes water thinking about the first time I went 20 miles on it.

+1 on the new bike -1000 for the interior designer
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-19-08, 02:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 556
Posted By FizzyPop

I'll save 35mph for going downhill on my road...

I'll save 35mph for going downhill on my road bike for now :) Glad to hear you didnt fall, would have been ugly at that speed!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-19-08, 02:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 511
Posted By FizzyPop

One of my LBS's charges $25 for the build up. Not...

One of my LBS's charges $25 for the build up. Not sure if this is typical as I have never had a wheelset built before.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-08, 02:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 586
Posted By FizzyPop

Thanks. Going to be too big for me. I assumed it...

Thanks. Going to be too big for me. I assumed it would be but thought I would confirm.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-08, 01:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 10,555
Posted By FizzyPop

At least the exchange rate is good for him right...

At least the exchange rate is good for him right now, makes it doable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-08, 01:44 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 586
Posted By FizzyPop

Schwinn Voyageur size question

Talking with someone on CL about one of these and when I asked the size, his reply was 34" from ground to the top of the top tube. Any idea what size this sounds like?

Thanks.
Forum: Southwest
02-18-08, 02:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 782
Posted By FizzyPop

Thanks for the reply, I'll have to look into what...

Thanks for the reply, I'll have to look into what width of tire my rims can fit and check out those WTB tires.
Forum: Southwest
02-16-08, 05:27 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 782
Posted By FizzyPop

MTB Tires for Southwest terrain?

What tires would you recommend for me? I'm a beginner MTB rider and will be doing the bulk of my riding in Cottonwood Valley near Vegas. First time out I seemed to lose grip alot at just the wrong...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-08, 05:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 727
Posted By FizzyPop

I bought a Park PCS-9 stand from them, free...

I bought a Park PCS-9 stand from them, free shipping goodness :) Delivery was quick enough, 4 or 5 days by ground to NV if I recall rightly. I would happily buy from them again, their prices are not...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-08, 08:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,365
Posted By FizzyPop

Cant comment on the KCNC, but I like my Thomson....

Cant comment on the KCNC, but I like my Thomson. Seems to dampen road buzz as well as the carbon post I had before it.
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-14-08, 06:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 556
Posted By FizzyPop

Lets just say you wouldn't want me in that 3...

Lets just say you wouldn't want me in that 3 unless I was at the back and falling away :) And I hear you on the clipless. I am riding Crank Bros Smarty's and think I may have installed the cleat with...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-14-08, 04:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 486
Posted By FizzyPop

Flip the stem too?

Flip the stem too?
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-14-08, 03:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 556
Posted By FizzyPop

Unforetunately, didnt take any pictures. When I...

Unforetunately, didnt take any pictures. When I get a bit more sure of myself I'll take my camera out there. Might be a couple of rides till I stop falling over :)

edit: found this short clip on...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-14-08, 02:13 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 556
Posted By FizzyPop

First ride completed

Bought a new Ironhorse a few months back but only got round to my first ride on wednesday. Did around 8 miles of trails in the Cottonwood valley system with a couple of friends who were patient...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-07-08, 03:20 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 3,553
Posted By FizzyPop

Almost anything by Dogfishhead Brewery,...

Almost anything by Dogfishhead Brewery, especially the 90 Minute IPA.....goodness, mmmmm
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-29-08, 07:47 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 5,687
Posted By FizzyPop

Much comedic value here.

Much comedic value here.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-24-08, 12:35 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,052
Posted By FizzyPop

I am curious too. The black looks good and it...

I am curious too. The black looks good and it will look even sharper when you match the front tire.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-24-08, 12:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 767
Posted By FizzyPop

Thanks for the info everyone, much appreciated. I...

Thanks for the info everyone, much appreciated. I had already read up on Sheldon about dropouts but hadn't considered what problems bottom brackets might cause. Also, forged and stamped dropouts are...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-23-08, 06:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 767
Posted By FizzyPop

What brands/models for a conversion?

Hi,

I am thinking of doing a conversion of a 70/80's roadbike to single speed and was wondering what brands or models of bikes I should be looking for? Or avoiding? I will be going the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-22-08, 02:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,114
Posted By FizzyPop

I dont think anyone referred to 531 as a lesser...

I dont think anyone referred to 531 as a lesser material if you reread. And if taken care of, I see no reason why bikes bought today wouldnt last, especially at the price range you mention.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-22-08, 08:26 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,114
Posted By FizzyPop

Around 1986 my brother paid 400GBP for a Dawes...

Around 1986 my brother paid 400GBP for a Dawes with Shimano parts and a 531 frame. That would have been around 800USD. Thats no Pinarello, but an idea of what lower end bikes cost.
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-22-08, 05:13 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,494
Posted By FizzyPop

I've used most of the shops already mentioned. In...

I've used most of the shops already mentioned. In the past I have bought parts from Lick Bike (http://www.lickbike.com/), great service and decent prices too.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-22-08, 05:07 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,442
Posted By FizzyPop

That was me and everything is lovely now.

That was me and everything is lovely now.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-08, 06:57 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,532
Posted By FizzyPop

Aside from dumping the cassette that I like, I...

Aside from dumping the cassette that I like, I just prefer the feel of Shimano brifters in my hands. Sure, Italian seems cooler than Japanese but at the end of the day its how it all works that...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-08, 06:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 895
Posted By FizzyPop

what he said.

what he said.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-08, 06:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 574
Posted By FizzyPop

Haha, yes we do. That said, you wont catch me...

Haha, yes we do. That said, you wont catch me riding here when its 120F in the summer.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-08, 06:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,177
Posted By FizzyPop

I have yest to have a problem with Performance...

I have yest to have a problem with Performance personally. Most things take around 4-7 days to get here to Vegas. Not stellar, but not horrible. A couple of vendors I have used on eBay were 2-3 days,...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-08, 10:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 574
Posted By FizzyPop

Seems like alot of aggravation, 9F? Isnt that...

Seems like alot of aggravation, 9F? Isnt that enough to freeze your eyes open?!?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-08, 10:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,526
Posted By FizzyPop

Ditto, new. Nice and shiny :)

Ditto, new. Nice and shiny :)
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-17-08, 09:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,261
Posted By FizzyPop

Tough to go wrong with the 4300, the frame should...

Tough to go wrong with the 4300, the frame should be relatively bomb proof imo. As others have said, fork and wheels would be your first upgrades later down the line. At your price range, seems like...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-16-08, 05:12 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 400
Posted By FizzyPop

Lots of choices out there, that was the hardest...

Lots of choices out there, that was the hardest part for me. The best piece of advice you are going to get from anyone here is have a fitting for whatever bike you buy. I learned from experience, a...
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