Commuter Bicycle Pics
06-01-11, 02:43 PM
#8401
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3 great looking bikes in a row. And I just convinced myself that I do not need a new bike until next spring.
Like the coffee cup on the Buzz, I use a similar set-up in the winter. Hard to find a good traveller mug that fits the bottle cages.
Like the coffee cup on the Buzz, I use a similar set-up in the winter. Hard to find a good traveller mug that fits the bottle cages.
06-01-11, 03:40 PM
#8402
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Of the 37 or so bikes you own, that Trek is the one I've always connected you with the most. Can't believe you're getting rid of it! Hope her new home is a good one.
06-01-11, 04:54 PM
#8403
Bicycle Repair Man !!!
06-01-11, 05:01 PM
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I'm new to commuting on two wheels and I'm hooked!
Here's a shot of my first ride to work on my new(old) Novara Buzz.
It's a 1x9 setup with what seem to be decent components? SRAM X5/7, 26" Slickasaurus on Alex rims, Ritchey headset/bars, Ergon grips...
I'm really loving the ride so far.
Here's a shot of my first ride to work on my new(old) Novara Buzz.
It's a 1x9 setup with what seem to be decent components? SRAM X5/7, 26" Slickasaurus on Alex rims, Ritchey headset/bars, Ergon grips...
I'm really loving the ride so far.
06-01-11, 06:15 PM
#8405
Car-free in the South
That is an incredibly sexy ride. I bet you don't mind riding that one around!
I'm new to commuting on two wheels and I'm hooked!
Here's a shot of my first ride to work on my new(old) Novara Buzz.
It's a 1x9 setup with what seem to be decent components? SRAM X5/7, 26" Slickasaurus on Alex rims, Ritchey headset/bars, Ergon grips...
I'm really loving the ride so far.
Here's a shot of my first ride to work on my new(old) Novara Buzz.
It's a 1x9 setup with what seem to be decent components? SRAM X5/7, 26" Slickasaurus on Alex rims, Ritchey headset/bars, Ergon grips...
I'm really loving the ride so far.
06-01-11, 07:33 PM
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I'm new to commuting on two wheels and I'm hooked!
Here's a shot of my first ride to work on my new(old) Novara Buzz.
It's a 1x9 setup with what seem to be decent components? SRAM X5/7, 26" Slickasaurus on Alex rims, Ritchey headset/bars, Ergon grips...
I'm really loving the ride so far.
Here's a shot of my first ride to work on my new(old) Novara Buzz.
It's a 1x9 setup with what seem to be decent components? SRAM X5/7, 26" Slickasaurus on Alex rims, Ritchey headset/bars, Ergon grips...
I'm really loving the ride so far.
And that's an artistic shot you took.
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06-01-11, 07:55 PM
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65er that Trek is always such a nice bike when pictured.and it always reminded me of my Trek. I'll miss seeing pics of it from time to time. Mine is going to be my backup bike for myself but mostly other people to use when needed. I decided I wanted to have agood loaner bike not some cheap junk. It needs some attention before its ready to be used again.
06-01-11, 08:00 PM
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My citified daily commuter.. named "Fred" or "Frankenbike" depending on my mood..
Not much original left.. next weekend the cranks get replaced because I finally found a set of NOS Biopace chainrings. I know most people hate em but my knees love em.
Not much original left.. next weekend the cranks get replaced because I finally found a set of NOS Biopace chainrings. I know most people hate em but my knees love em.
06-01-11, 08:53 PM
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06-01-11, 09:16 PM
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Biopace:
Oval-Tech:
I know a lot of people say Biopace feels like a pedal spindle is loose or bent or something..
Sorry about the thread drift..
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06-01-11, 09:54 PM
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I bought a used bike (Norco Bigfoot c. 1991) recently. It has a full Shimano Exage 300LX gruppo with Biopace crankset. The BB needs replacing, cables and brake pads are original, and I wrestled with the seatpost for a couple of hours before convincing it to move. Unfortunately job situation is up in the air right now, so the bike is hanging from a hook in the garage until funds permit some TLC. I'll have to wait until then to determine whether or not I like the Biopace.
Pic from the online classified ad:
Pic from the online classified ad:
06-01-11, 10:04 PM
#8413
Bicycle Repair Man !!!
65er that Trek is always such a nice bike when pictured.and it always reminded me of my Trek. I'll miss seeing pics of it from time to time. Mine is going to be my backup bike for myself but mostly other people to use when needed. I decided I wanted to have agood loaner bike not some cheap junk. It needs some attention before its ready to be used again.
The plushness of the ride is important and the 35's and trekking bars really damp vibration... my friend tore off all the tendons in her thumb and forearm and it has been a few years since she could ride a bike. When she took the Trek out for a spin she came back with a big smile on her face as it was the first bike she rode that did not cause her undue pain and discomfort. She cannot shift a rapid fire with her left hand but tested the Suntour half ratchet and the action is light enough she can move this with her thumb.
Stripped the high end parts I had installed as first gen XTR levers and cantis and hand built Mavic MA40 wheels are a little spendy and rare and installed equally nice parts so that the ride and performance remains virtually unchanged.
The Avid levers and brakes stop the bike so well the only way to stop faster would be to ride into a parked car... the XTR cantis had the same kind of mad stopping power and the braking action with the V's is a little lighter.
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06-01-11, 11:15 PM
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06-02-11, 07:02 AM
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If I remember right the big difference is how they are clocked.. The Oval-tech's give you more mechanical advantage (least diameter) at the start of the power stroke (good for racing) and the Biopace give the least advantage (greatest diameter) on the power stroke , to make the cadence even (good for cruising). My knees prefer the apparent even effort around the clock from the Biopace. I can't quite tell from the pictures..
I know a lot of people say Biopace feels like a pedal spindle is loose or bent or something..
I know a lot of people say Biopace feels like a pedal spindle is loose or bent or something..
Agreed. Sorry!
06-02-11, 10:18 AM
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An updated pic of the Masi Speciale with the Selle SMP saddle. The bike is torn apart at the moment. I'm swapping out the 16t rear with an 18t. I also have some black moustache bars and orange tape on the way.
06-02-11, 10:34 AM
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You probably already know, but most mustache bars are the same diameter as road bars, so the flat bar brake levers will not fit (you'll need standard road levers or bar-end levers).
06-02-11, 08:14 PM
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I ran in to the same thing with my trekker bars.. the interrupter levers were sized for MTB bars. A slice of innertube as a shim did the trick admirably with zero wobble or wiggle..
06-02-11, 09:10 PM
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Hey, thank for the kind words, all. Bike's been treating me well so far. I think the Buzz is a 2004. It's the aluminum version. I think they are steel now? And check out this odd chainring guard. "Force~Speed ... Don't hurt yourself" Ha! Anyone seen one before? Looks like an older Truvativ logo on it too.
06-02-11, 10:00 PM
#8420
You gonna eat that?
Some new pics of the rig:
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06-03-11, 09:34 PM
#8421
Car-free in the South
My new commuter!
Bye bye, Diamondback!
I also have a set of Sunlite Grocery Getters, and they work GREAT for carrying all my junk for work and going to the store. I will be finding a set of better matching panniers soon, because I am vain like that Love this bike, BTW.
I also have a set of Sunlite Grocery Getters, and they work GREAT for carrying all my junk for work and going to the store. I will be finding a set of better matching panniers soon, because I am vain like that
Love this bike, BTW.
06-03-11, 09:50 PM
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That looks pretty nifty. What bike is it?
06-04-11, 12:34 AM
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06-04-11, 12:49 AM
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Car-free in the South
Nommmmmmmm. I won't lie, they really are on my wishlist.
Monsterpile: It is a Specialized Globe Haul. I got the 2010 model they had because it was a super steal of a deal, and they redesigned it in 2011 and removed some of its best features like the wooden rack plane.
Monsterpile: It is a Specialized Globe Haul. I got the 2010 model they had because it was a super steal of a deal, and they redesigned it in 2011 and removed some of its best features like the wooden rack plane.