some assistance? plz?
10-20-10 | 11:14 AM
#26
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From: Modesto, Ca
Bikes: klein quantum, litespeed tuscany, bianchi pista concept, centurion comp ta, centurion super le mans, traitor ringleader
I've already started to change my diet habits.....i've cut down on my fat intake. Im eating vegetables, steamed rice, lean beef, chicken and turkey for my sandwiches. I know its not an overnight change but it sure beats running instead(i hate running and i used to play soccer). well.....i havent been measured since high school but they told me i was 5'11". Ive read on other posts that height is really important but i cant really afford to be picky(it would be nice to have something that fits). From your comments, it seems i might be better off just waiting a few months until im able to come up with another hundred bucks.
keep the craigslist search up and you should be able to find something old but nice for your 200 dollar range.
10-20-10 | 11:16 AM
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WOW...38inch standover! You should definitely try to save an extra hundred or so dollars and get a bike that fits. Fit is VERY important. If you have an ill-fitting bike that isn't comfortable after long rides, you will NOT want to ride again. I made that mistake with the first few bikes I bought, and I eventually got a FIT done, so now I'm on the correct size bikes. Do it right from the start. There's nothing wrong with BD.
10-21-10 | 01:30 PM
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i wanted to reply to tfunks message to say thanks but i wasnt able to because i have under 50 posts...so "thanks bro...i really appreciate it." i have some good news.......yestarday i spoke to my father in law and he lent me his bike until i can get one of my own since he is not going to be using it for a while. I tried to buy it from him but he wouldnt sell it. I started today and i went a little further than i thought i would be able to do.The gears dont work well and the handlebar is a little crooked but its good for what i need while i save up more money. I used a couple of applications to record my first ride, if anyone is interested..here is a link:
https://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UT...,0.181789&z=13
https://maps.google.com/maps/ms?ie=UT...,0.181789&z=13
10-21-10 | 02:06 PM
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It's hard for me to judge since I don't know what size wheels you have, but did you adjust the saddle height at all? It looks low if you're 5' 11". If your saddle is too low you'll kill your knees and go a lot slower than if it was at the correct height.
Also, straighten those bars out. Loosen the nut at the top of your stem (it's the one that's half cut off in the bottom of your second picture.) That will allow you to set them straight.
Also, straighten those bars out. Loosen the nut at the top of your stem (it's the one that's half cut off in the bottom of your second picture.) That will allow you to set them straight.
10-21-10 | 02:24 PM
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On a bike like that your best bet it to take it to your LBS and have them do a "tune up" or full service of adjusting gears/brakes and saftey checking all the bolts.
You will regret investing money in a set of SS wheels for a bike like that. For your purpose I see no benefit in doing this.
Not to mention, you will get a better workout with a variety of gears. As you increase your speed you will want to increase pedaling resistance by changing gears to get a better workout.
You will regret investing money in a set of SS wheels for a bike like that. For your purpose I see no benefit in doing this.
Not to mention, you will get a better workout with a variety of gears. As you increase your speed you will want to increase pedaling resistance by changing gears to get a better workout.
10-22-10 | 12:32 PM
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It's hard for me to judge since I don't know what size wheels you have, but did you adjust the saddle height at all? It looks low if you're 5' 11". If your saddle is too low you'll kill your knees and go a lot slower than if it was at the correct height.
Also, straighten those bars out. Loosen the nut at the top of your stem (it's the one that's half cut off in the bottom of your second picture.) That will allow you to set them straight.
Also, straighten those bars out. Loosen the nut at the top of your stem (it's the one that's half cut off in the bottom of your second picture.) That will allow you to set them straight.
On a bike like that your best bet it to take it to your LBS and have them do a "tune up" or full service of adjusting gears/brakes and saftey checking all the bolts.
You will regret investing money in a set of SS wheels for a bike like that. For your purpose I see no benefit in doing this.
Not to mention, you will get a better workout with a variety of gears. As you increase your speed you will want to increase pedaling resistance by changing gears to get a better workout.
You will regret investing money in a set of SS wheels for a bike like that. For your purpose I see no benefit in doing this.
Not to mention, you will get a better workout with a variety of gears. As you increase your speed you will want to increase pedaling resistance by changing gears to get a better workout.
10-22-10 | 05:40 PM
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so i straightened the bars like you said but i think something is wrong with them because they started to loosen this morning when i went for my second ride. I will research how to adjust the seat properly, maybe it will help to maintain a consistent pace. right now i've used army cadences to maintain pace.
Raise your saddle up to the minimum insertion point and see if you can reach the pedals. If not, lower it until you can. Your leg should be almost fully extended at the bottom of your pedal stroke. Reading this will help a lot: https://sheldonbrown.com/saddles.html#adjustment Heck, read the whole website if you have time.
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