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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-24-07, 09:56 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,792
Posted By 9Rings

I have a set of Shimano MTB SPDs (the old 747s, I...

I have a set of Shimano MTB SPDs (the old 747s, I think). I've had them for close to 20 years, and they are still going strong.

I recently got a new set for another bike, I think the 540s, and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-24-07, 03:37 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 4,949
Posted By 9Rings

Quit smoking cigarettes. Get some cheap...

Quit smoking cigarettes.

Get some cheap cigars and you'll be cooler than any of the other ******bags out there.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-24-07, 03:32 AM
Replies: 375
Views: 31,831
Posted By 9Rings

http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/rids/20071023/i/r1...

http://d.yimg.com/us.yimg.com/p/rids/20071023/i/r1202704773.jpg?

The bike in question, burning in Hell for putting us all through this miserable thread
Forum: Commuting
10-24-07, 12:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 803
Posted By 9Rings

Wash & reuse? Just skip right to reuse. Wash...

Wash & reuse?

Just skip right to reuse. Wash em once a month or so...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-23-07, 10:14 PM
Replies: 375
Views: 31,831
Posted By 9Rings

Delicious, that was some quality writing, the...

Delicious, that was some quality writing, the only worthwhile item on lo these many pages of denoument, apoplexy, and letdown. Thank you for the reprieve.
Forum: Commuting
10-12-07, 10:53 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,064
Posted By 9Rings

Just buy a brand new Brooks saddle and ride it ...

Just buy a brand new Brooks saddle and ride it on a double century with the nose pointed up about 15 degrees.

You will be sterile, no surgery required.
Forum: Commuting
10-12-07, 10:47 AM
Replies: 250
Views: 12,870
Posted By 9Rings

"Did you just make a right turn without...

"Did you just make a right turn without signalling?"

"Well, did you, Punk?!"
http://www.itsalongstory.com/fun_archives/sfcrawl_2001_dirty_harry.jpg
Forum: Commuting
10-09-07, 01:18 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,894
Posted By 9Rings

From my limited experience, I dissagree. ...

From my limited experience, I dissagree.

When I'm commuting in the semi-urban streets here (Cambridge. MA), a bike headlight set on strobe definitely catches my attention (even a little cheap...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-05-07, 03:33 PM
Replies: 299
Views: 12,234
Posted By 9Rings

U b h8tin whut u donut no. C d b? A bz b

U b h8tin whut u donut no.

C d b? A bz b
Forum: Commuting
10-05-07, 03:26 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,238
Posted By 9Rings

Word.

Word.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-05-07, 10:23 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,034
Posted By 9Rings

Instead of spendinh $650 for one bike, get the...

Instead of spendinh $650 for one bike, get the Windsor or Kilo TT for ~$300, and so when it gets stolen, you still have the cash to pretty much go out and buy another replacement.


How 'bout...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-05-07, 10:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 873
Posted By 9Rings

The Dinotte is a nice light, and is very...

The Dinotte is a nice light, and is very lightweight ~200grams for the light + batteries (AA version). So, that makes it a great helmet mounted light.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-05-07, 08:46 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,705
Posted By 9Rings

I just got the Dinotte 200L for $169 direct from...

I just got the Dinotte 200L for $169 direct from Dinotte.

Light seems great so far.

Why I got it: it is extremely light (in all respects), about 200 grams, so it makes a great helmet mount...
Forum: Commuting
10-04-07, 11:15 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,238
Posted By 9Rings

Actually, the bottom line is that we have learned...

Actually, the bottom line is that we have learned that if you want to keep someone from drafting you, slow down a bit, and headbutt them!


Or have I missed the point?
Forum: Commuting
10-04-07, 11:14 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,238
Posted By 9Rings

Yeah, I'm color blind. I wonder how many of my...

Yeah, I'm color blind. I wonder how many of my outfits are actually pink?!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-04-07, 11:08 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,603
Posted By 9Rings

Basically, it's a poor idea to begin with. ...

Basically, it's a poor idea to begin with.

The only time it would give the effect you are looking for would be in fog or snow, as shown by the pics you posted earlier for the laser. If it is clear...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-04-07, 08:09 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,599
Posted By 9Rings

^^^ Fuji shill!

^^^

Fuji shill!
Forum: Commuting
10-03-07, 03:41 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,238
Posted By 9Rings

Wait just a second there, Mister! Look at...

Wait just a second there, Mister!

Look at that video again! It isn't a drafting crash, the guy in gray headbutts the other rider!
Forum: Commuting
10-03-07, 03:39 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,238
Posted By 9Rings

Dude, what is up with you and the mattresses in...

Dude, what is up with you and the mattresses in the road bit?
Forum: Commuting
10-03-07, 03:24 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,238
Posted By 9Rings

Now that's what I'm talkin' 'bout! If you...

Now that's what I'm talkin' 'bout!

If you aint first, yer last!
Forum: Commuting
10-03-07, 03:11 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,238
Posted By 9Rings

Wah, wah, waaaah...Iwant some milk & cookies. ...

Wah, wah, waaaah...Iwant some milk & cookies.

Drafting also helps the guy out in front:
http://www.exploratorium.edu/cycling/aerodynamics2.html



See you on the roads!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-03-07, 03:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 463
Posted By 9Rings

You will get ~10% less power with 10mm shorter...

You will get ~10% less power with 10mm shorter cranks:

http://www.analyticcycling.com/PedalOpCrankLength_Page.html
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-07, 01:27 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,705
Posted By 9Rings

I just ordered a Dinotte 200L, I'll give my...

I just ordered a Dinotte 200L, I'll give my review tomorrow after it arrives...
Forum: Commuting
10-03-07, 01:26 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,238
Posted By 9Rings

Will you please stop the whining?! If you...

Will you please stop the whining?!

If you don't like someone drafting you, drop the hammer and loose that turkey.

Drafting and being drafted is all part of the game. If you are going fast...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-02-07, 09:32 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 5,698
Posted By 9Rings

Well now, I guess they are worth the extra $$$ ...

Well now, I guess they are worth the extra $$$ !!!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-02-07, 08:47 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 5,698
Posted By 9Rings

There is not much to upgrade on a fixed gear...

There is not much to upgrade on a fixed gear bike. Roadies can at least justify upgrading to Dura-ace, because they high end stuff does actually function a bit better than the low end grouppos.
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-01-07, 01:37 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,373
Posted By 9Rings

61 Kilo TT might be a good fit.

61 Kilo TT might be a good fit.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-29-07, 08:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,156
Posted By 9Rings

^^^^ What handlebars are those? Salsa Bell...

^^^^

What handlebars are those? Salsa Bell Laps?

How do you lie 'em?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-28-07, 04:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 854
Posted By 9Rings

Buy these ones instead: ...

Buy these ones instead:
http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-Vuelta-Team-Track-Fixed-Gear-Wheel-Wheel-Sets-SS_W0QQitemZ170153384768QQihZ007QQcategoryZ58099QQcmdZViewItem

I'm happy with them
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-28-07, 11:44 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,745
Posted By 9Rings

It is now also posted under Jackass bike of the...

It is now also posted under Jackass bike of the day.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-28-07, 11:43 AM
Replies: 14,057
Views: 1,686,078
Posted By 9Rings

http://www.alexsuvajac.com/images/a_06.jpg

http://www.alexsuvajac.com/images/a_06.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-28-07, 11:42 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,745
Posted By 9Rings

How, exactly is that fork supposed to turn? ...

How, exactly is that fork supposed to turn?

Or is this just for parking at the coffee shop?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-28-07, 10:14 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,603
Posted By 9Rings

Sweetness! please post lightsaber death...

Sweetness!

please post lightsaber death match on Youtube after you get it sorted out.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-28-07, 10:10 AM
Replies: 375
Views: 31,831
Posted By 9Rings

Weeks of waiting, just to be told yet again that...

Weeks of waiting, just to be told yet again that we have to wait some more?!

F*ck that ***** *****

Moderators, please delete this thread from the forums so Throttlejock doesn't get the...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-27-07, 10:32 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,603
Posted By 9Rings

I didn't pay him anything. I beat it out of...

I didn't pay him anything.

I beat it out of him.

'kay?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-07, 02:56 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,058
Posted By 9Rings

Nope, Hipsters have abandoned the fixed gear...

Nope, Hipsters have abandoned the fixed gear milieu in favor of Vespa scooters and velour liesure suits.

They made the switch official during the fashion expo/Hipster convention the middle of...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-27-07, 02:40 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,603
Posted By 9Rings

I second this proposal. A red laser pointer...

I second this proposal.

A red laser pointer will piss someone off, even though it is a class 1 laser that is eye safe.

If I saw, or rather was "beamed" by someone with one of these...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-07, 02:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,708
Posted By 9Rings

C'mon now, I'm talking whiz-bang supertoolium...

C'mon now, I'm talking whiz-bang supertoolium chromolebdeum depleted uranium steel.


The bottom of the space shuttle is covered in ceramic tiles, not thermal foam.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-07, 01:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 810
Posted By 9Rings

The main reason for larger tires is that it is...

The main reason for larger tires is that it is pothole city here in Beantown. Other than that, what the above posters have said goes.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-07, 12:51 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,360
Posted By 9Rings

Colgate toothpaste (or similar) works as spackle...

Colgate toothpaste (or similar) works as spackle for you economy minded dorm room dwellers...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-07, 12:47 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 49,335
Posted By 9Rings

I hit the speed trap last night with a 1 1/4lbs....

I hit the speed trap last night with a 1 1/4lbs. of fresh salmon, and two Fuji apples and my speed was up to 22mph.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-07, 12:39 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,725
Posted By 9Rings

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/4a...

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/4/4a/Flickr_bitboy_204619671--Cucumber_sandwiches_with_tea.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-07, 12:08 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,058
Posted By 9Rings

He throws out the hook.... any bites?

He throws out the hook.... any bites?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-07, 10:56 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,708
Posted By 9Rings

If the allen wrench looks fine, then it is fine. ...

If the allen wrench looks fine, then it is fine.

They are made of hardened tool steel, perhaps even the stuff they use on the bottom of the space shuttle to withstand earth orbit re-entry. As...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-07, 10:53 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,319
Posted By 9Rings

Nope, nobody, not one person, has ever been...

Nope, nobody, not one person, has ever been impressed by a single speed.

And don't pretend like it doesn't matter...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-07, 10:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,319
Posted By 9Rings

Fixed gear = "...a track hub which is fixed" ...

Fixed gear = "...a track hub which is fixed"
Single Speed = "...this can be done with freewheel hubs and cassette hubs"

A fixed gear bike you can skid, trackstand, and impress the heck out of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-07, 10:30 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,274
Posted By 9Rings

In summation: A rear wheel flat is a pain...

In summation:

A rear wheel flat is a pain in the arse on a fixie compared to a quick-release equipped bike. Yes, take the chain off, the wheel off, fix the flat, then put the wheel back on whilst...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-07, 10:09 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,725
Posted By 9Rings

Here's the proof: Of course, maybe you don't...

Here's the proof:

Of course, maybe you don't need really weep holes if you are a nancy-boy that stays inside with tea and crumpets if the temperature dips below 32
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-26-07, 03:52 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 9,314
Posted By 9Rings

Dude, that's pretty funny that you just left the...

Dude, that's pretty funny that you just left the cranks AND the chain on there while you paint it!

You GO, Bro!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-26-07, 03:38 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,725
Posted By 9Rings

You're always doubting me, Gordiep. Which...

You're always doubting me, Gordiep.

Which part of the story do you find hard to believe?

Is this story more or less believable than me hitting 19mph with a 1/2 gallon of lemonade and a bunch...
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