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Forum: Commuting
03-28-17, 09:11 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Hardcore in 45mm. I shortened the rear fender...

Hardcore in 45mm. I shortened the rear fender several inches.

Color is "Gloss pumpkin safety orange". After fully dry, I lightly sanded (extra fine) and coated with matt clear to match the matt...
Forum: Commuting
03-26-17, 04:32 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Yeah, I seen they went on deep discount a while...

Yeah, I seen they went on deep discount a while back. Lucky you!

Fenders are Planet Bike.

http://i586.photobucket.com/albums/ss306/mlskol/IMG_0029_zpsc3a0ddbc_1.jpg...
Forum: Commuting
11-11-16, 11:22 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

It won't hurt. When I reassembled my original...

It won't hurt. When I reassembled my original unit it quieted it but only for only a few weeks. Then I replaced it with an inexpensive unit from my local shop. After a few months it too started...
Forum: Commuting
03-22-16, 05:08 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

The Roper has about 2300 miles on it and has...

The Roper has about 2300 miles on it and has performed well... I've been plenty satisfied with it. No problems except for the original brake pads made too much noise and had to be swapped out. Oh,...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-15, 07:14 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

And I'm glad you didn't! Everyone has a point of...

And I'm glad you didn't! Everyone has a point of view on this stuff. I sincerely enjoy, and am open to, hearing them all.



Thanks, Chas. I will add your experience to my list of anecdotes. You...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-15, 10:20 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Hi Spare Wheel, thanks for dropping by! I’ve...

Hi Spare Wheel, thanks for dropping by!

I’ve been backing off on my posts regarding CF bike part failure as of late, because I realize it is important that people feel comfortable with their...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-15, 07:49 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Almost 600 miles on the Roper now, and about 400...

Almost 600 miles on the Roper now, and about 400 on the Compass tires. I love them. Very comfortable, light and quick. Great traction and wide enough that I don't have to be concerned about every...
Forum: Commuting
02-15-15, 05:12 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

The new Raleigh is working out so nice, that I...

The new Raleigh is working out so nice, that I have recently relegated my previous commuter bike to lawn art/decoration duty...
...
Forum: Commuting
02-15-15, 05:04 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

I couldn't wait any longer to try out the new...

I couldn't wait any longer to try out the new Compass Stampede Pass tires. (http://www.compasscycle.com/tires_comp_700_32.html)
...
Forum: Commuting
02-08-15, 12:52 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Thanks, bc. I'm really digging' your Masi. I'm a...

Thanks, bc. I'm really digging' your Masi. I'm a big fan of swept back bars, which ones are those? I have On One Mary's on my winter bike. Do you have a link you can post where I can see more of this...
Forum: Commuting
02-07-15, 08:40 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Very nice. Do you ride it off road, Norman? What...

Very nice. Do you ride it off road, Norman? What tires are you running? They look pretty narrow.
Forum: Commuting
02-07-15, 08:13 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

As long as there are bikes, it's all good......

As long as there are bikes, it's all good... pants or no pants.
http://i586.photobucket.com/albums/ss306/mlskol/helen-lovejoy-pic.jpg...
Forum: Commuting
02-03-15, 09:27 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Thanks, BigC. I figure everyone has black...

Thanks, BigC. I figure everyone has black fenders. (including me on a couple of bikes) *yawn*

My Marin is clear coated aluminum. I put the silver SKS fenders on it and they matched up real nice...
Forum: Commuting
02-03-15, 07:53 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

When do you get it... or do you already have it?...

When do you get it... or do you already have it? Rides? Changes or plans? Pics!
Forum: Commuting
01-30-15, 09:20 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

:eek: Please tell me you're wearing pants while...

:eek: Please tell me you're wearing pants while viewing pics of my bike! :lol:
Forum: Commuting
01-29-15, 10:37 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Thanks, Mm. I merely mentioned to the...

Thanks, Mm. I merely mentioned to the owner/manager that I often needed a shorter stem on my bikes, and he quickly offered to swap it out before I picked it up. I got the impression that properly...
Forum: Commuting
01-26-15, 07:25 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

My bike gets parked right outside my office,...

My bike gets parked right outside my office, where I can admire it all day.
http://i586.photobucket.com/albums/ss306/mlskol/IMG_0019_zps07d5da10_1.jpg...
Forum: Commuting
01-26-15, 07:13 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Fenders are mounted and I'm thrilled with how it...

Fenders are mounted and I'm thrilled with how it turned out.
http://i586.photobucket.com/albums/ss306/mlskol/IMG_0029_zpsc3a0ddbc_1.jpg...
Forum: Commuting
01-21-15, 07:35 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Hi nm, bm, and Mm, and thank you! Mn: The...

Hi nm, bm, and Mm, and thank you!

Mn: The stock Clement X'Plor USH tires get good reviews, but after riding them a bit I've decided they are designed for more serious off roading than I intend to...
Forum: Commuting
01-18-15, 04:59 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Hi, fellow commuters!

The shop swapped out the original 46 tooth chain ring for a more sensible 42. Much nicer, especially since I'll likely be switching out the 32-11 cassette for a close ratio unit with a 26 tooth low...
Forum: Commuting
12-27-14, 09:01 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Oh my! I stopped by the shop today to check out...

Oh my! I stopped by the shop today to check out and test ride my new bike. It is 20mm shorter than my Marin and the fit feels great. I only rode about 5 miles/20 minutes as it was getting dark, but...
Forum: Commuting
12-22-14, 10:07 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Reviews claimed 27-28 pounds for the Roper. I did...

Reviews claimed 27-28 pounds for the Roper. I did check out the Straggler. (nice bike!) One review said it was 26.5 pounds.

The complete (drop bar) Straggler is $1775. The frame and fork set...
Forum: Commuting
12-18-14, 06:40 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Last years Roper was a 2x9, (and was $1300-1400)...

Last years Roper was a 2x9, (and was $1300-1400) Obviously someone got sloppy with the web spec list.
Forum: Commuting
12-18-14, 06:37 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Right, but looking closer the specs don't list it...

Right, but looking closer the specs don't list it as EBB. (while they do for the two single speed models) so who knows? Even the shop might not know until the bike shows up.

It wouldn't bother me...
Forum: Commuting
12-18-14, 12:56 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

Yeah, I wondered about that too. But these...

Yeah, I wondered about that too. But these MTB'ers (http://forums.mtbr.com/cyclocross/raleigh-furley-some-initial-thoughts-800217.html) rocked the single speed Furly with the same frame (some for 2...
Forum: Commuting
12-18-14, 11:49 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 24,358
Posted By AlmostTrick

2015 Raleigh Roper -My next bike?

I've convinced myself I'm ready for a new bike. My commute is 12 miles each way, primarily on decently paved roads. I don’t carry much stuff.

My main bike for commuting has been my 2005 Marin...
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