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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-16-06, 12:38 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,669
Posted By So Cal commuter

+1....over 1,000 miles in them, still wear them...

+1....over 1,000 miles in them, still wear them every day.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
12-16-06, 12:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 560
Posted By So Cal commuter

+1. Make your goal to finish a couple of them in...

+1. Make your goal to finish a couple of them in '07, so in '08, you can set bigger and better goals.
Forum: Commuting
12-16-06, 11:31 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,046
Posted By So Cal commuter

I use metal toe clips but never tighten the...

I use metal toe clips but never tighten the straps. This way I'm in and out of them very quickly, and I still have a huge advantage over platforms for pedal power and keeping my feet in place. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-16-06, 11:14 AM
Replies: 224
Views: 15,683
Posted By So Cal commuter

These are my personal ones. 1. In the...

These are my personal ones.

1. In the mail, you recieve your Nashbar catalouge, and your Maxum Magazine. You look through the Nashbar Catalouge before you open the Maxum.

2. You clean ...
Forum: Touring
10-17-06, 10:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,632
Posted By So Cal commuter

Look at the Surly LHT. You will hear nothing but...

Look at the Surly LHT. You will hear nothing but good things, and you build it from the ground up after that. You probabally can keep it under 1200 prestty easily.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-10-06, 11:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,237
Posted By So Cal commuter

What's the real difference in the 105, Ultegra,...

What's the real difference in the 105, Ultegra, and DA birifters? I'm sure theyre the same mechanics, just bling and weight. What I'm saying is that the 105 brifters mechanically could be rated...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-10-06, 10:15 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,359
Posted By So Cal commuter

check your rim tape. If it's plastic, change it....

check your rim tape. If it's plastic, change it. If it's poorly wrapped, such as you can see the holes, redo the rim tape. Thats what my spontaneous flats sitting in the apartment came from.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-10-06, 10:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 583
Posted By So Cal commuter

Perfect link. Thanks a bunch. I'll let you know...

Perfect link. Thanks a bunch. I'll let you know if this fixes the problem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-10-06, 10:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 583
Posted By So Cal commuter

I have the tools to take off my cassette, but...

I have the tools to take off my cassette, but what do I need for the freewheel?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-09-06, 11:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 583
Posted By So Cal commuter

no load rear wheel clicking noise

While on the stand, I spin my back wheel, hearing a clicking about twice per revolution. Seems to be only when freewheeling. I was thinking maybee hub needs servicing. I dont know much about...
Forum: Commuting
10-09-06, 10:51 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,541
Posted By So Cal commuter

+1 on the specialized armadillos. Also check...

+1 on the specialized armadillos. Also check your rim tape. If it's that crappy clear plastic, replace with velox cloth rim tape. The only two flats Ive had over the last 950 miles were from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-06, 10:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 768
Posted By So Cal commuter

sweet. Now I'm REALLY excited to get it out...

sweet. Now I'm REALLY excited to get it out here. I dont know if I have 600 hubs or not, I guess I'll just keep my fingers crossed! Thanks for the info guys.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-09-06, 10:43 AM
Replies: 338
Views: 13,582
Posted By So Cal commuter

because you never hear about the millions of bike...

because you never hear about the millions of bike riders that DIDNT get into an accident on the road. It would be like taking my kids out of school after those shootings 2 weeks ago. Sorry, the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-06, 10:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 768
Posted By So Cal commuter

actually, the bike is mine. I'm getting it...

actually, the bike is mine. I'm getting it shipped out to me from Wisconsin. I bought it 10 years ago when I didnt know anything about bikes, now I only know about new ones.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-06, 10:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 768
Posted By So Cal commuter

great. thanks for the info. Now where do I find...

great. thanks for the info. Now where do I find what my bike cost new in the 80's? Im always curious about these silly things. I bought it used in 96, so I have no clue.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-06, 10:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 768
Posted By So Cal commuter

Shimano 600 group from the 80's.....

Just curious if the shimano 600 group was considered high end, midgrade, or low end when they were new. I have a mid 80's Raleigh Technium 460 coming to me from my parents house I left there about...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-06, 11:01 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,245
Posted By So Cal commuter

what is your favorite color? You already have it...

what is your favorite color? You already have it down to frame only, plus it being steel you probabally will want to do a good protection job on it to include taking off any rust that may be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-06, 11:20 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,906
Posted By So Cal commuter

riding in traffic. I love it, the busier the...

riding in traffic. I love it, the busier the better. Makes the ride interesting.
Forum: Commuting
10-05-06, 10:21 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,034
Posted By So Cal commuter

congratulations, I should be joining you in that...

congratulations, I should be joining you in that same milestone next week. I'll repost when I do. I cant wait.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-06, 10:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 476
Posted By So Cal commuter

http://www.nashbar.com/profile_moreimages.cfm?cate...

http://www.nashbar.com/profile_moreimages.cfm?category=114&subcategory=1082&sku=14136&brand=

Heres a link. I bought it from my lbs for cheaper than here though. 10 percent military discount, no...
Forum: Commuting
09-21-06, 07:18 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,184
Posted By So Cal commuter

Im on the pac ocean coast for my whole commute. ...

Im on the pac ocean coast for my whole commute. Cross winds EVERY day. Usually cross/head, except for two days ago, I had a tail/cross wind and took total advantage. On the 8 mile wide open part...
Forum: Commuting
09-17-06, 08:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,003
Posted By So Cal commuter

I have the exact distance you do, I am on a...

I have the exact distance you do, I am on a touring bike with 700 by 25mm tires, and I make the 12.5 trip in 45 minutes. 43 is my fastest with no tail wind. I average between 18 and 21 mph. Hope...
Forum: Commuting
09-16-06, 10:35 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 4,475
Posted By So Cal commuter

55k takehome a year. i really dont care about...

55k takehome a year. i really dont care about saying, it's public knowledge for anyone who knows my rank-Im in the navy. I'm in san diego, so it's probabally right around average, dont really know....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-16-06, 09:52 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 4,420
Posted By So Cal commuter

Ok, well if he was, then I feel like a huge a**. ...

Ok, well if he was, then I feel like a huge a**. If sarcasm was there, I do appologize for the rant, but for those who do feel that way, thats what hurts us as a whole, us on bikes. Ultimately were...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-15-06, 11:36 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 4,420
Posted By So Cal commuter

Who F#$%ing cares. Obvously I'm answering...

Who F#$%ing cares. Obvously I'm answering because I'm on a stock road bike, carrying a Chrome bag. I got the bag because it was one of the most respected bags out there, and yes, I thought it...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-15-06, 09:04 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,490
Posted By So Cal commuter

(off topic)...Goldfish, love the pic. HST is my...

(off topic)...Goldfish, love the pic. HST is my hero.
Forum: Touring
09-15-06, 07:08 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,493
Posted By So Cal commuter

The only reason for it is careless people....if...

The only reason for it is careless people....if you control permits, such as in Quetico Nat. Park(CAN), they know you know if you can or cannot have a camp fire, and it limits the campers/canoers in...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-12-06, 06:29 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 11,952
Posted By So Cal commuter

too small I'm thinking...Thinking youre going to...

too small I'm thinking...Thinking youre going to need around a 19'' frame at least. I'm 5'10, and my wife's Trek, 18'' frame is too small for me.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-06, 05:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 706
Posted By So Cal commuter

He does? Cool.

He does? Cool.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-12-06, 04:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 558
Posted By So Cal commuter

...Just went over my 8 year mark in the...

...Just went over my 8 year mark in the USN....congrats on making it out, good luck, and enjoy!!!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-06, 02:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 578
Posted By So Cal commuter

If its $ youre trying to save, but improving...

If its $ youre trying to save, but improving efficency, have you thought about toe clips? I picked up a pair of metal clips(Highly recommend them over the plastic ones), and got me my old favorite...
Forum: Touring
09-12-06, 02:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 949
Posted By So Cal commuter

I'm trying to get my wife into it....got her a...

I'm trying to get my wife into it....got her a Trek 8000(1992 from swap meet I picked up for 45 bucks), and fixed it up. I love to ride this thing too! she likes the geometry....have to get her a...
Forum: Southern California
09-12-06, 01:41 AM
Replies: 1,476
Views: 2,068,860
Posted By So Cal commuter

Hi, I'm Brendon. Living in Imperial Beach,...

Hi, I'm Brendon. Living in Imperial Beach, Ca(WAY south San Diego), and if you ride the bike path from Imperial Beach to Coronado, passing Silverstrand State beach, you may see me there. I'm on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-06, 01:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 706
Posted By So Cal commuter

I have Tiagra triple 9 spd, and absolutely no...

I have Tiagra triple 9 spd, and absolutely no complaints over the 4,000 miles it has on it. Actually, I have tiagra everything and sora shifters. Zero mechanical issues other than occasional...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-12-06, 01:30 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 8,295
Posted By So Cal commuter

HST is and will always be my hero. My...

HST is and will always be my hero.

My books:

Fear and Loathing Campaign Trail '72
Generation of Swine
Hell's Angels(because it was the first book I read by him and got hooked)

Of the...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-06, 01:06 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 12,289
Posted By So Cal commuter

their right or stage right?

their right or stage right?
Forum: Commuting
09-12-06, 01:05 AM
Replies: 131
Views: 12,289
Posted By So Cal commuter

I mountain bike on a rigid fork, it's not that...

I mountain bike on a rigid fork, it's not that bad. I took on a pothole on my novara randonee going 30 mph down hill yesterday on 25 mm dillos, and my bike won. I just cant stand suspension of any...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-12-06, 12:54 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,455
Posted By So Cal commuter

15. Makes you feel like a kid agian..."lets see...

15. Makes you feel like a kid agian..."lets see how fast I can go down this hill!!!!"
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-06, 08:10 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,910
Posted By So Cal commuter

2001 Novara Randonee 1992 Trek 8000

2001 Novara Randonee
1992 Trek 8000
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-06, 07:58 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 5,686
Posted By So Cal commuter

....please tell me you meant 18 miles, not 180

....please tell me you meant 18 miles, not 180
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-06, 12:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 657
Posted By So Cal commuter

I use a socket and a large breaker bar...you...

I use a socket and a large breaker bar...you really have to put some effort into it every time.
Forum: Touring
09-10-06, 12:01 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,039
Posted By So Cal commuter

+2....1,000 miles, no flats. So far, so good.

+2....1,000 miles, no flats. So far, so good.
Forum: Touring
09-09-06, 11:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,070
Posted By So Cal commuter

I got one because I picked it up for 300, not...

I got one because I picked it up for 300, not knowing anything about bikes, just knowing I wanted a commuter. I got REALLY lucky. I love these bikes, though I havent done any touring on it yet,...
Forum: Touring
09-09-06, 11:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,582
Posted By So Cal commuter

[QUOTE=Sebach] I'm now in Atikokan, Ontario...

[QUOTE=Sebach]
I'm now in Atikokan, Ontario (turned off the 17, via the 71 to the 11). But the computer I'm using here has USB 1 ports (too slow to transfer 8MP pictures) so I can't do an update to...
Forum: Touring
09-09-06, 11:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,080
Posted By So Cal commuter

...if you get it on a noticable spot, Ive used...

...if you get it on a noticable spot, Ive used auto touchup paint(5 bucks at autozone), and it stays on great.
Forum: Touring
09-09-06, 10:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,248
Posted By So Cal commuter

....paint protects from salt....clean your frame....

....paint protects from salt....clean your frame. 1 week at the beach will not kill your frame unless youre riding it in the surf. if youre doing that, you should have your bike liscense revoked.
Forum: Commuting
09-09-06, 12:18 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,177
Posted By So Cal commuter

1999 Ford Ranger, drive it to work on Monday,...

1999 Ford Ranger, drive it to work on Monday, leave it there til friday as I commute on my bike the rest of the week. I leave it at work because i have 2 kids and emergencies happen where I need to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-06, 11:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,036
Posted By So Cal commuter

look for peeling paint or bubbling paint on the...

look for peeling paint or bubbling paint on the outside...if there is, sand away to look at the damage....if not, just take framesaver and do it with the bike totally disassembled. You should be...
Forum: Commuting
09-09-06, 12:57 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,378
Posted By So Cal commuter

I was thinking the exact same thing, then I read...

I was thinking the exact same thing, then I read yours, so I couldnt type it. Please stop reading my mind. I'd appreciate it. +1 all the way.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-06, 12:44 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,173
Posted By So Cal commuter

Right now Id say my Randonee...touring bikes...

Right now Id say my Randonee...touring bikes getting a LOT of votes here, makes me feel good. I havent tried any other touring bikes though, so MAYBEE the 520 with 105 RD, higher geared...
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