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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-09, 11:04 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 10,048
Posted By wallah

Pashley Guv'nor Plus Four

Excuse me if this post does not belong here, but I have not seen anybody talking about the Pashley Guv'nor Plus Four bikes. It is based on a 1935 Club Racer, but with a modern drive train. It is very...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-09, 10:20 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,635
Posted By wallah

So the US distributor said he will be getting "a...

So the US distributor said he will be getting "a few" of the Pashley Guv'nor Plus Fours in August. From all the pictures I have seen this looks like a very nice and unique bike. The question is...is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-09, 10:40 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,068
Posted By wallah

Well I think I need to buy a Pashley...

Well I think I need to buy a Pashley Guv'nor...now the question is which model....the standard single speed is nice, but he limited edition Pashley Plus Four is sweet (not as authentic though)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-09, 11:14 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,068
Posted By wallah

Anybody know why I can't find any old pictures of...

Anybody know why I can't find any old pictures of Pashley bikes. Dis they go by a different name. There are a ton of 1900 to 1940 bike pictures out there but I have not found one of a Pashley.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-03-09, 03:45 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 9,646
Posted By wallah

Does anybody know how the 55 x 22 gearing...

Does anybody know how the 55 x 22 gearing compares to my 42 x 15 on my Redline 925.....it seems like the District will have a limited top speed. I think the 22 is as low as they can go in the rear...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-16-09, 12:19 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 9,646
Posted By wallah

No Skipping!

This should solve some of the skipping controversy http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-k80ibA-fyw
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-06-08, 12:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,971
Posted By wallah

58cm 08 capo weighed in at 19.2 with the plastic...

58cm 08 capo weighed in at 19.2 with the plastic pedals. Cost of the 09 will be $859 or $869
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-06-08, 12:01 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,971
Posted By wallah

Capo 09 update from cannondale website.... ...

Capo 09 update from cannondale website....
Question: Hi Brad. I'm really excited about the new capos coming out! I missed the 2008 capos- my partner got one and I took too long being indecisive and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-05-08, 11:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 986
Posted By wallah

throw an american...or better yet a canadian flag...

throw an american...or better yet a canadian flag over it.....the red and white canadian flag looks cool even if you are not canadian.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-05-08, 11:46 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 17,828
Posted By wallah

I use 42 x 15 to ride to work each day and I ride...

I use 42 x 15 to ride to work each day and I ride comfortably at 18 to 20 mph. All flat.....short hills are doable, but definitely not a hill gear. My Cannondale Capo will be 50 x 14 for weekend club...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-21-08, 04:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,312
Posted By wallah

Sorta Heavy on the Scale

I just went to my LBS and they havea red and white capo in my size....58...had the guy put it on the scale for kicks.........19.4lbs. a lot heavier than I had expected.....what is the best part(s) to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-14-08, 01:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,312
Posted By wallah

Capo Upgrades

Hey I am interested in what you chose to upgrade your Capo. What cranks did you get...The Miche Advanced look very nice....I don't know much about high quality single speed stuff. How about hubs. Any...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-14-07, 10:37 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,300
Posted By wallah

Performance bike brand gortex jacket with hood...

Performance bike brand gortex jacket with hood (yellow) and Performance black Gortex pants...the set was about $100 2 years ago. Perlizumi Gortex winter gloves.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-10-07, 10:25 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 15,345
Posted By wallah

My 925 with cut down flat bars, rear rack,...

My 925 with cut down flat bars, rear rack, clipless pedals and a brooks saddle has 1500 miles on it so far and I love it. Initially the free wheel made some noise so I switched to fixed after 60...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-07-07, 07:14 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,759,561
Posted By wallah

Man that is some seriously minimal tire clearance...

Man that is some seriously minimal tire clearance on the front tire and fork.....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-17-07, 09:41 PM
Replies: 477
Views: 58,981
Posted By wallah

Those bars look nice....but man 6cm rise....over...

Those bars look nice....but man 6cm rise....over 2 inches....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-10-07, 11:07 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 4,105
Posted By wallah

5.25 miles each way though I often leave early to...

5.25 miles each way though I often leave early to get in 8 to 11 miles each way. I work at Stanford Hospital so my clothes are provided at work....scrubs. I also have a bike locker so no need for a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-04-07, 12:17 AM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,759,561
Posted By wallah

I agree dude. get the tin man look back with the...

I agree dude. get the tin man look back with the silver...perhaps even a silver seat post.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-04-07, 12:12 AM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,759,561
Posted By wallah

Nice fork and rim...it reminds me of the Tin Man...

Nice fork and rim...it reminds me of the Tin Man on Wizard of Oz...nice touch
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-03-07, 12:20 AM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,759,561
Posted By wallah

What is 130 bcd? What do these Chain Sizes refer...

What is 130 bcd? What do these Chain Sizes refer to 1/2"~1/8"...inner width between side plates of the chain?
http://www.suginoltd.co.jp/chainrings_single_sp_e.html#pj130
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-02-07, 10:27 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,759,561
Posted By wallah

Hope this the right pic. Never seen the messenger...

Hope this the right pic. Never seen the messenger chainring. What makes them so good? Looks great!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-01-07, 08:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 818
Posted By wallah

[QUOTE=marqueemoon]I want to make a shirt that...

[QUOTE=marqueemoon]I want to make a shirt that says "Share the road, ***hole."QUOTE]

Maybe that would be better on a bike version of the James Bond license plate...one side can say Share the Road...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-01-07, 02:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 818
Posted By wallah

Share The Road T-shirt

Found this cycling shirt and decided to buy 3 in bright colors for my commute.....A subtle statement to drivers. Thought some of you might be interested....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-30-07, 12:06 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,787
Posted By wallah

I think I will use the plastic end caps that...

I think I will use the plastic end caps that came with my current grips...that seems to work well. Maybe end caps later.....the cost puts them on hold.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-29-07, 10:08 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,787
Posted By wallah

With all the Oury talk on this thread I had to...

With all the Oury talk on this thread I had to get some. I just ordered some RED Oury Mountain grips online...with shipping and such they were $13...oh well the price for fashion. Should look great...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-29-07, 09:54 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 5,787
Posted By wallah

What's up with end caps with holes in...

What's up with end caps with holes in them....what's the theory on that?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-29-07, 08:54 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,079
Posted By wallah

http://www.ourygrips.com/grips_menu.html With so...

http://www.ourygrips.com/grips_menu.html With so many styles....which ones are you guys using.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-28-07, 11:08 PM
Replies: 477
Views: 58,981
Posted By wallah

Nice....did you cut down the bars? How many...

Nice....did you cut down the bars? How many centimeters wide are they? My flat bars are 48cm...just wondering how narrow you can get risers without having the grips on the riser bend.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-23-07, 12:05 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 7,193
Posted By wallah

WOW, I don't know anything about BB's but that...

WOW, I don't know anything about BB's but that does seem close for just a 42.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-23-07, 11:04 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,044
Posted By wallah

After reading that article I vote against the...

After reading that article I vote against the integrated head sets....even on a $200 bike with sloppy welds. Realizing too that Head wants to sell their headsets so they don't want too many...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-23-07, 12:32 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,748
Posted By wallah

Hmmm good price here I guess ...

Hmmm good price here I guess http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/messenger.htm Don't recognize the parts list...never really hear much about the motobecane bikes.....I wouldn't get it....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-22-07, 10:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,748
Posted By wallah

I was in your position 3 months ago and after...

I was in your position 3 months ago and after looking at all the fixed gear bikes in my $700 price range I went with the Redline 925 because it was steel, had great fenders and had eyelets for a rear...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-22-07, 07:52 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,044
Posted By wallah

I was in your position 3 months ago and after...

I was in your position 3 months ago and after looking at all the fixed gear bikes in my $700 price range I went with the Redline 925 because it was steel, had great fenders and had eyelets for a rear...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-20-07, 06:47 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,102
Posted By wallah

I have a KMC which came on my Redline 925. I just...

I have a KMC which came on my Redline 925. I just checked my chain with a Park Chain checker and I guess it is fine...it is at 0.25 and the tool says 0.25 to 0.5 is new.......1.0 or greater needs to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-20-07, 05:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,102
Posted By wallah

Good point. Never thought of that.

Good point. Never thought of that.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-20-07, 12:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,136
Posted By wallah

A few degrees less of leg flexion/extension with...

A few degrees less of leg flexion/extension with shorter cranks might help the knees. 5cm less distance at the top AND bottom of the stroke may be yourNO knee pain ticket
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-20-07, 12:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,102
Posted By wallah

Chain Life..1,000 miles ??

I know there are a lot of variables that determine chain life as Sheldon Brown points out http://www.sheldonbrown.com/chains.html . Being new to fixed I would imagine the chains would not last as...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-19-07, 11:59 PM
Replies: 744
Views: 35,869
Posted By wallah

http://www.irocycle.com/lcframeset.html for...

http://www.irocycle.com/lcframeset.html for those who were asking
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-19-07, 11:48 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 8,138
Posted By wallah

The Costco Ironman helmet for $16 is...

The Costco Ironman helmet for $16 is awesome....really it is. And the emblem is removable to give a clean look.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-19-07, 10:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,136
Posted By wallah

Mine came with 170's...they seem fine as I am...

Mine came with 170's...they seem fine as I am used to 175's on my road bikes. I agree with the botttom bracket height...higher BB allows longer crank although I hear 165's do spin well. Since my bike...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-18-07, 12:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,017
Posted By wallah

I just did 2 coats of framesaver in my frame...

I just did 2 coats of framesaver in my frame tonight....I'm sure I'll sleep better, but do we really have enough rust in our metal frames over the years to weaken the tubing?? That is the question.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-07, 11:04 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,183
Posted By wallah

My paint has chipped every time my brake levers...

My paint has chipped every time my brake levers on my flat bars hit it.....only on the left as the brake bumper stops them from hitting on the right.....I just put a few wraps of eletrcical tape on...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-07, 05:02 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 15,345
Posted By wallah

Anybody take their seat post out yet? I took mine...

Anybody take their seat post out yet? I took mine out today to put in some Frame Saver and the thing is a mile long. I never knew it had numbers on it to help measure seat height. I have the 60cm ,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-07, 04:46 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,471
Posted By wallah

Great article, thanks for the link.

Great article, thanks for the link.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-07, 03:54 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,471
Posted By wallah

Ken Cox, thanks for all the info man. Business...

Ken Cox, thanks for all the info man. Business cycles is an awesome site....love the pictures of all the track components. Thanks, I will look closely at all your suggestions.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-16-07, 09:12 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,471
Posted By wallah

Yes the Pista concept is a sweet looking bike....

Yes the Pista concept is a sweet looking bike. Seems like it is very popular as I have seen them all over the net. Can you educate me a bit on track geometry. The seat post is more upright than...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-16-07, 09:08 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,471
Posted By wallah

The FELT is nice but a bit too modern of a design...

The FELT is nice but a bit too modern of a design for me. I was looking at the Cannondale CAAD 9 but man they sure put a lot of decals on it. I agree though that that would be a true stiff road...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-16-07, 08:53 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,471
Posted By wallah

TRUE....all Pros and below eventually become CAT...

TRUE....all Pros and below eventually become CAT 5's. Good point.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-16-07, 01:15 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,471
Posted By wallah

Wow you guys are harsh. I am a former CAT 2 road...

Wow you guys are harsh. I am a former CAT 2 road rider currently hanging with CAT 3's no problem. My desire for a new/different bike stems from the excitement of being a new fixed gear rider. True, I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-16-07, 01:09 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,471
Posted By wallah

[QUOTE=JeffS] ...

[QUOTE=JeffS]

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=008&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWN%3AIT&viewitem=&item=180116811266&rd=1&rd=1 QUOTE]
Yes that Langster is nice.
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