I Love My Windsor Hour!
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nope, a friends.. he took it to the LBS after he got it, so.. either someone didn't tighten the cr bolts. or......

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I think someone had that happen to their Windsor awhile back, too. Maybe not a Windsor, but some sort of comparable BD bike.

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Also, I just turned my laptop upside down to read that text under your avatar.

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turns out he had the LBS replace the bolts previous :/

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2001: A Space Odyssey. Most awesome movie of all time. I don't think the original had the f-word in it though.

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i have the special edition (and it is my top number 1 fav movie ever)

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I Just ordered mine in white today. Cant wait till it comes in

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Just ordered mine this morning, hopefully it comes soon. It's stupid how they give you no choice between matte black and gloss black.

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thats the reason why i decided not to get a black color, because i wouldve wanted only matte black.
but youll be happy with your bike for sure.
i change my cog to a 18tooth cog and its been great for me. no problems so far.
but youll be happy with your bike for sure.
i change my cog to a 18tooth cog and its been great for me. no problems so far.

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How would The Hour hold up in the snow? I'm thinking of using one to commute around campus in Minneapolis.
I could also opt for a Fuji Classic Track (same geometry, right) for $550 or so at the LBS. I like the Fuji's looks. I test rode it today and it felt really nice. (Also, does anyone know the wheelset in that pic?)
I could also opt for a Fuji Classic Track (same geometry, right) for $550 or so at the LBS. I like the Fuji's looks. I test rode it today and it felt really nice. (Also, does anyone know the wheelset in that pic?)

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I knew that.
But the Fuji has styling! Of course, whatever's cheaper. How much should I expect to pay for a once-over once at the LBS (not really 'local,' but)?

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Your cog is slipping.
I would charge around between 20-30 bucks (based on my $60/hr labor rate). Don't pay more than that to have anything checked over that doesn't have gears.

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Sounds good, thanks.


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How does the Tommaso Ninja Pro compare? https://www.giantnerd.com/tommaso-aug...rack-bike.html
The Hour looks good (though I prefer the simpler look of the Motobecane), and is cheaper (especially shipped). Is it better than the Ninja?
The Hour looks good (though I prefer the simpler look of the Motobecane), and is cheaper (especially shipped). Is it better than the Ninja?
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#1317
Your cog is slipping.
The Ninja Pro is actually a really decent bike for the price and doesn't get as much credit as it should. If I had my choice between the Tommaso and the Hour, I'd be rolling on a Ninja.

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the comments on the ninja page are hilarious

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How would The Hour hold up in the snow? I'm thinking of using one to commute around campus in Minneapolis.
I could also opt for a Fuji Classic Track (same geometry, right) for $550 or so at the LBS. I like the Fuji's looks. I test rode it today and it felt really nice. (Also, does anyone know the wheelset in that pic?)
I could also opt for a Fuji Classic Track (same geometry, right) for $550 or so at the LBS. I like the Fuji's looks. I test rode it today and it felt really nice. (Also, does anyone know the wheelset in that pic?)
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Ok then. I noticed it said $559 on the sticker. How much would one offer to take it off their hands?

#1322
Your cog is slipping.
"This year's model - from three years ago." 
Are there visible signs that it's been hanging around the shop and ridden a bunch or does it still look brand new? If it seems like they've had it around for a long time, maybe point out a few things that may be wrong with it (scuffs, scratches, etc) and offer $350.

Are there visible signs that it's been hanging around the shop and ridden a bunch or does it still look brand new? If it seems like they've had it around for a long time, maybe point out a few things that may be wrong with it (scuffs, scratches, etc) and offer $350.

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Looked brand new to me. If I didn't learn it was from 2008, I would've completely believed it was made this year.

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Alrighty, thanks.
