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Originally Posted by TheTripleC
(Post 5662217)
cc700 - I couldn't have put it better myself. Your intelligence is much appreciated!
shapelike - I'm sorry you feel the need to blatantly mock others. I'm sure it's just your self conscious compensating for something your lacking in. But that's okay man, we're all guilty of it now and then. Just know that if you're going to pull the whole 'condescending prick' thing, it helps to have what it takes to back it up... Shapelike is correct: your bike is an attempt to look flashy while wearing a velor jumpsuit. It is the difference between John Gotti and the classic (and classy) Mafiosos prior to the 1970s; the Tony Soprano to the Michael Corleone. I guess that is fitting for TripleC: he's from "dirty Jerz" which probably means north Jersey and we known how everyone from their lacks class. That's why they always have to say that they are also from NYC. |
ok veganwar lets see your awesome IRO or schwinn madison.... you know, with upgraded seat and new hubs on the way right? the tripleC was puting together badass bikes before you knew what a fixed gear was, and before you turned vegan... cuz you know, thats the cool thing to do right?
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Originally Posted by veganwar
(Post 5663540)
There are times when two similar colors can compliment each other. Red and maroon sometimes can do this as can brown and khaki. However, TripleC's bike does not do this. It may attempt to but it fails much like a first year art school kid in a graphic design course. Plus, you've got too many different design styles going on: triple triangle (GT isn't the only one who has done that - my roommate's Shogun has them and they look way better than the GT); curved seat stays; curved chain stays; curved seat tube.
Shapelike is correct: your bike is an attempt to look flashy while wearing a velor jumpsuit. It is the difference between John Gotti and the classic (and classy) Mafiosos prior to the 1970s; the Tony Soprano to the Michael Corleone. I guess that is fitting for TripleC: he's from "dirty Jerz" which probably means north Jersey and we known how everyone from their lacks class. That's why they always have to say that they are also from NYC. |
Originally Posted by veganwar
(Post 5663540)
Shapelike is correct: your bike is an attempt to look flashy while wearing a velor jumpsuit. It is the difference between John Gotti and the classic (and classy) Mafiosos prior to the 1970s; the Tony Soprano to the Michael Corleone. I guess that is fitting for TripleC: he's from "dirty Jerz" which probably means north Jersey and we known how everyone from their lacks class. That's why they always have to say that they are also from NYC.
TripleC's bike is a mix of everything (retro, modern, classy, flashy and kitsh), but his project was interesting and I like it. I am sure it'ss fun to ride. It is just a bike, so hate is inappropriate. |
Originally Posted by veganwar
(Post 5663540)
There are times when two similar colors can compliment each other. Red and maroon sometimes can do this as can brown and khaki. However, TripleC's bike does not do this. It may attempt to but it fails much like a first year art school kid in a graphic design course. Plus, you've got too many different design styles going on: triple triangle (GT isn't the only one who has done that - my roommate's Shogun has them and they look way better than the GT); curved seat stays; curved chain stays; curved seat tube.
Shapelike is correct: your bike is an attempt to look flashy while wearing a velor jumpsuit. It is the difference between John Gotti and the classic (and classy) Mafiosos prior to the 1970s; the Tony Soprano to the Michael Corleone. I guess that is fitting for TripleC: he's from "dirty Jerz" which probably means north Jersey and we known how everyone from their lacks class. That's why they always have to say that they are also from NYC. |
Originally Posted by El-ahrairah
(Post 5661741)
http://www.calfeedesign.com/images/S...ike650x493.jpg
this is ridiculous but its the most pertinent pic I could find. I know there is a bamboo thread in the mechanics subforum, but does anyone know about possibilities for performance with this material. Ive read articles about how they teach people in third-world countries to build frames from wood and bamboo for utilitarian use....but how about the velodrome? http://www.calfeedesign.com/bamboo.htm |
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Originally Posted by TheTripleC
(Post 5632580)
However I have to agree the bike looks way small for you. and your reasoning about vintage bike was totally flawed. In the past seatposts were only made up to 180mm, you would never have been able to ride that bike 30 years ago unless you fabricated your own post. In the past, a fistful of seatpost was the rule of thumb. and you had an inch or so between being sitting on the top tube and straddling position. But if you like the fit that is all that matters. |
...not mine, but i've been wanting to post a shot of this
bar/stem combo for awhile now. i'd run them as risers, but inverted they also have their charm. the company that makes them is called 'leo elements'. http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2178/...b3da8be3_o.jpg http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2032/...1482180c_o.jpg |
Originally Posted by veganwar
(Post 5663540)
There are times when two similar colors can compliment each other. Red and maroon sometimes can do this as can brown and khaki. However, TripleC's bike does not do this. It may attempt to but it fails much like a first year art school kid in a graphic design course. Plus, you've got too many different design styles going on: triple triangle (GT isn't the only one who has done that - my roommate's Shogun has them and they look way better than the GT); curved seat stays; curved chain stays; curved seat tube.
Shapelike is correct: your bike is an attempt to look flashy while wearing a velor jumpsuit. It is the difference between John Gotti and the classic (and classy) Mafiosos prior to the 1970s; the Tony Soprano to the Michael Corleone. I guess that is fitting for TripleC: he's from "dirty Jerz" which probably means north Jersey and we known how everyone from their lacks class. That's why they always have to say that they are also from NYC. |
Originally Posted by Southernwayfare
(Post 5664930)
Shapelike and Veganwar should start a consulting firm - everything you need to know on color theory, industrial design, cycling history, and being a ****ing tool
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I would take the bike for free and change all of the things they didn't like.
The wheels, the saddle, and the bar tape. Then it would be sweet. Even just different wheels and tires make a huge difference: http://www.bilenky.com/hetchins%20tr...s/IMG_8434.jpg See how much better that looks. I wasn't going to add to the fire, but I couldn't hold back. You ****ers talked about this one for too long. |
Even just different wheels and tires make a huge difference:
http://www.bilenky.com/hetchins%20tr...s/IMG_8434.jpg See how much better that looks. I wasn't going to add to the fire, but I couldn't hold back. You ****ers talked about this one for too long.[/quote] that would be my preference, but the all green wasn't so bad, it just was something that would wear me out to ride very much. nice job Ryand |
old campy cranks would look so much better than the new record cranks.
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Sniks, what fork is that?
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Hmm, and what are those straps, TripleC?
(Sorry if this question was already asked 3 times. Let's just run down the line and have individual posters ask what each part is, one by one.) |
not sure but i think it is a pinarello road fork
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Originally Posted by El-ahrairah
(Post 5665355)
that would be my preference, but the all green wasn't so bad, it just was something that would wear me out to ride very much.
but damn, i guess i'm just the kind of guy who doesn't need everyone else in the world riding my preference. |
Originally Posted by cc700
(Post 5656833)
from a color standpoint, it's aesthetically flawless.
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Wow guys, I had no idea a bike could evoke such a colorful response. I ****ing love it!
To those of you who came to my aide, had good words and their own solid individual opinions, it's VERY much appreciated... Veganwar - I'm sorry but I was so wrapped up in the redundancy of your handle that your comment didn't even register. Vegan + war.......wow Anyways, I have two other bikes that I'll be photographing and posting here soon. I can't wait to hear more from all of you! |
Originally Posted by ryand
(Post 5665105)
I would take the bike for free and change all of the things they didn't like.
The wheels, the saddle, and the bar tape. Then it would be sweet. Even just different wheels and tires make a huge difference: See how much better that looks. I wasn't going to add to the fire, but I couldn't hold back. You ****ers talked about this one for too long. And tripleC, I know you're a busy man with all this blabber about your bike. You should be very proud! But what kind of bars are those? and where an they be purchased (if they are reproductions and not in fact vintage)? Anyway why don't we cut up my track bike now: Look the chain is way over tensioned in the second picture ('m a total noob, actually I really am, I've been riding fixed for 2 seasons (not exclusively) and am still learning. This was the only time I took it on the street, maiden voyage. http://www.wooljersey.com/gallery/d/...y+SBR+%236.jpg The steel stem and bars are purely ornamental, I swapped them for alloy on the track (and different gearing): [img]http://i83.photobucket.com/albums/j2...m/IMG_0812.jpg[/img] |
Originally Posted by bexley
(Post 5666019)
Hmm, and what are those straps, TripleC?
(Sorry if this question was already asked 3 times. Let's just run down the line and have individual posters ask what each part is, one by one.) |
Originally Posted by cyclotoine
(Post 5667318)
I agree a vintage campy crank would improve things. But i think the green deep V's actually compliment the antique red-brown wrap and saddle better, With the gold rim I think honey might look better.
And tripleC, I know you're a busy man with all this flabber about your bike. You should be very prowd! But what kind of bars are those? and where an they be purchased (if they are reproductions and not in fact vintage)? As for the bars, they are vintage Major Taylors and not a reproduction. However, Soma put out their own repro's of the original MT bar. Check em out... |
Originally Posted by TheTripleC
(Post 5667402)
YES! I would've LOVED to have gotten my hands on a set of even older Campy cranks. However the 90's ones I have on their cost me next to nothing and are also pretty damn great...
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