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Forum: Mountain Biking
07-01-06, 10:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 414
Posted By RacinGator

I thought only roadies displayed this kind of...

I thought only roadies displayed this kind of snobbery. There's a sign in a local bike shop that reads " Ride What You Dig! Words to live by. BTW I dig it too!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-05, 03:50 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,911
Posted By RacinGator

I'm right outside of Atlanta in Powder Springs. I...

I'm right outside of Atlanta in Powder Springs. I ride mostly on the Silver Comet Trail and the backroads close to it.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-05, 07:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 895
Posted By RacinGator

comfortable saddle other than Brooks

I'm looking for a comfortable saddle other than a Brooks saddle. I have a Brooks saddle on my 1984 Motobecane and about halfway into a 50 mile ride the downpour started. I forgot to pack a cover for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-05, 06:51 PM
Replies: 556
Views: 30,818
Posted By RacinGator

I am probably as big a Lance fan as anyone on...

I am probably as big a Lance fan as anyone on this board, but this is one of the funniest posts I've read in a long time ROTFLMAO
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-19-05, 05:03 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 3,150
Posted By RacinGator

beater, and I can't bring myself to do...

beater,

and I can't bring myself to do anything to change that!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-05, 07:31 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 16,200
Posted By RacinGator

I bought a brooks saddle about three weeks ago,...

I bought a brooks saddle about three weeks ago, right out of hte box it was the most comfortable saddle I've ever ridden. I want one for all my bikes.
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-01-05, 01:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 424
Posted By RacinGator

Thanks jeff, I was wondering about keeping the...

Thanks jeff, I was wondering about keeping the 1.95 front and just "super sizing" the rear.
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-01-05, 01:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 424
Posted By RacinGator

sorry I read the sig at the bottom of the post...

sorry I read the sig at the bottom of the post LOL. thanks :>)
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-01-05, 01:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 424
Posted By RacinGator

lovely

lovely
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-01-05, 01:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 424
Posted By RacinGator

softer HT ride

I plan to buy a full squishy when I'm able to part with the dough, but right now my HT will have to do. Is there anything I can do to take the edge off the rooty trails of GA? I just bought a Rock...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-25-05, 10:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,109
Posted By RacinGator

I know what you mean jeff, I searched this topic...

I know what you mean jeff, I searched this topic and haven't finished reading yet. I saw a new thread on the subject and figured I'd jump in. I was really wondering about trying bigger tires, and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-25-05, 09:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,109
Posted By RacinGator

I'm looking for something to take the edge off...

I'm looking for something to take the edge off the rocky and rooty trails in and around GA. Is there really that much difference between steel and aluminum mtb's?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-17-04, 01:28 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 22,493
Posted By RacinGator

What I thought about doing at one time , is using...

What I thought about doing at one time , is using straight bar-ends to mount the shifters. You could position them near the stem, and use brakes made for aerobars. You could stiil use the tops, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-04, 11:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 792
Posted By RacinGator

Of course it's special, It's your BIKE!!!

Of course it's special, It's your BIKE!!!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-16-04, 09:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,002
Posted By RacinGator

Hair dye?! I never would have thought of that....

Hair dye?! I never would have thought of that. The before picture is actually a little darker than I thought it would be. thanks a lot. By the way, Sweeeeeeeeeet Lookin Bike!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-14-04, 09:50 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,002
Posted By RacinGator

Honey colored Brooks saddle

I'm wondering how long it takes for the honey colored Brooks to darken. I would really like to have an Antique brown B17, but I haven't seen one anywhere. I don't even know if they are made. I saw...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-04, 11:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 846
Posted By RacinGator

ROTFLMAO

ROTFLMAO
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-04, 08:48 PM
Replies: 1,523
Views: 510,135
Posted By RacinGator

I guess it doesn't matter too much,but it's a...

I guess it doesn't matter too much,but it's a good bit lighter bike than the Raleigh Sport too.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-04, 08:47 PM
Replies: 1,523
Views: 510,135
Posted By RacinGator

I have the Flite 300 and I love it. I agree with...

I have the Flite 300 and I love it. I agree with the comments about the rear der. The bike rides like a dream. I ride with a buddy that has an Ironhorse Triumph, and the difference in the ride is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-22-04, 03:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 773
Posted By RacinGator

I have a question,how can you get a more...

I have a question,how can you get a more aerodynamic position with moustache bars than standard drops? I read that in the ad, and it seems impossible.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-04, 03:54 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,506
Posted By RacinGator

You said it man! Theres a sign on the door of...

You said it man! Theres a sign on the door of Outback Bikes in Atlanta, that says Ride What You Dig! The coolest sign I've ever seen in a bike shop window.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-04, 09:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 638
Posted By RacinGator

Yep it's 1 1/8, I was hoping I could use the...

Yep it's 1 1/8, I was hoping I could use the standard road bike quill stem. According to what you're saying, that's not possible.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-04, 08:51 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 638
Posted By RacinGator

1 1/8" threaded headset

If I use a 1 1/8" threaded headset on my road bike, would that make it possible to use a 1" quill stem? I haven't seen any other size quill stems so I'm guessing so, but I want to be sure. Thanks guys
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-04, 03:44 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,198
Posted By RacinGator

Theres a sign in the window of Outback Bikes in...

Theres a sign in the window of Outback Bikes in Atlanta that says it all, " Ride What You Dig!"
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-22-04, 10:35 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,051
Posted By RacinGator

I think it's so funny that the Europeans...

I think it's so funny that the Europeans regularly refer to Americans as being arrogant, but refuse to accept that Lance can beat them at their own game without doping. Pot meet Kettle. My Father in...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-22-04, 10:26 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,051
Posted By RacinGator

Sounds like it's time for you to cry

Sounds like it's time for you to cry
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-04-04, 08:34 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 6,301
Posted By RacinGator

I thought I was the only one totally embarassed...

I thought I was the only one totally embarassed by these guys. Kirsten Gum was talking to spectators today and made some classless remark about how Jan does in the rain ( referring to his crash in...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-22-04, 10:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 453
Posted By RacinGator

Going to Myrtle Beach

Hey Guys and Gals, I'm going to Myrtle Beach this weekend and I'm wondering if anybody here knows where I might get a ride in. Can't decide if I should take the roadbike or my MTB. Help me out guys....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-04, 10:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 339
Posted By RacinGator

Going to Myrtle Beach

I'm going to Myrtle Beach this weekend and I can't figure out if I should take my bike or not. Is there anybody out there that's done some riding in and around MB? If so, let me know if it's worth...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-04, 08:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 861
Posted By RacinGator

Thanks a lot, I almost forgot about that!

Thanks a lot, I almost forgot about that!
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-16-04, 09:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 325
Posted By RacinGator

LOL Yeah I know, but I don't have a camera...

LOL Yeah I know, but I don't have a camera here,and if I did I'd have to get instrutions:>)
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-16-04, 08:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 325
Posted By RacinGator

New bike

I bought a Haro V3 tonight. I went biking with a few guys from work, and really liked riding the trails ( I've always rode road bikes). I'm on an industrial strength budget,so I had to get something...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-04, 08:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 397
Posted By RacinGator

Good deal!! Sounds like one of these day when all...

Good deal!! Sounds like one of these day when all is right in the world!
Forum: Shameless Promotions.
01-31-04, 05:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 491
Posted By RacinGator

The shopping center I'm talking about is on the...

The shopping center I'm talking about is on the same side of the road as Wally world, not in the K-mart shopping center
Forum: Shameless Promotions.
01-31-04, 05:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 491
Posted By RacinGator

They're located in the shopping center across...

They're located in the shopping center across from Wal-Mart where Hwy 92 crosses Thornton road. I guess you would have to take Hwy 61 to Hiram or come down 92
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-04, 04:20 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,776
Posted By RacinGator

I just bought a Camelback Hydration System...

I just bought a Camelback Hydration System thingamajig this past weekend. I bought it because my riding buddy has one and it just seems so much easier. I carry all my tools and a mini-pump in it too....
Forum: Shameless Promotions.
01-17-04, 07:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 491
Posted By RacinGator

The Bike Shop

I would like to recommend a place called The Bike Shop to riders in and around Atlanta. I bought a KHS Flite 300 from these guys because that's the price range I'm in right now. I was treated no...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-04, 07:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 399
Posted By RacinGator

??? about tires

I have a KHS flite 300 with a set of Innova tires rated at 100lbs max. I also have set of Michelin Dynamics rated a 85-110lbs. Would there be any advantage to swapping the tires, or should I leave...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-04, 08:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,123
Posted By RacinGator

Thanks a lot guys. I will definitely try the...

Thanks a lot guys. I will definitely try the clipless pedals. If I don't like them I can always go back I guess.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-06-04, 07:50 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,123
Posted By RacinGator

Sam, I don't know if you got my PM or...

Sam,
I don't know if you got my PM or not, e-mail me about the pedals.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-06-04, 06:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,123
Posted By RacinGator

Do I really NEED clipless pedals

Santa just brought me a KHS Flite 300. While it's not a super duper top-of-the-line bike, I absolutely love it. It came with toe-clip pedals,and I already know that they are a pain. I ride about 100...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-08-03, 07:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,190
Posted By RacinGator

Try the Price Point website, they sell the Break...

Try the Price Point website, they sell the Break It Fix IT Ride It CDR. I think it's pricepoint.com
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-07-03, 06:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 365
Posted By RacinGator

Today was the first ride, but I do believe the SS...

Today was the first ride, but I do believe the SS will become the bike of choice for a while!!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-07-03, 05:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 365
Posted By RacinGator

Maiden Voyage

I went for my first ride today, on the Raleigh that I converted to SS. I LOVED IT! I wimped out and passed on the fixed gear, but I'm pretty happy with the free-wheel. Until I found this forum, I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-07-03, 05:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,723
Posted By RacinGator

Hendrix- Riding South!! Give it a listen

Hendrix- Riding South!! Give it a listen
Forum: Introductions
10-29-03, 09:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 400
Posted By RacinGator

Lots of SCT users! Lately I've been parking at...

Lots of SCT users! Lately I've been parking at Carter Rd and riding to the start (or end) of the trail at Malvo Rd. Sometimes I'll park in Hiram and ride to Malvo Rd. I have ridden from Hiram to...
Forum: Introductions
10-28-03, 06:55 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 400
Posted By RacinGator

The silver comet trail is about 5 minutes from...

The silver comet trail is about 5 minutes from my front door! That's the main reason I want a single speed bike. Do you ride the trail?
Forum: Introductions
10-28-03, 10:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 400
Posted By RacinGator

Howdy from Hiram GA

Hey guys and girls, I'm a new member to forum from the sprawling metropolis of HIRAM, Georgia. It's about 15 or 20 miles west of Atlanta. I'm riding an old Raleigh Technium right now, I got really...
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