The "Should I..." Thread
#256
Brown Bear, Sqrl Hunter
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From: San Jose, CA
Bikes: CAAD 10 4, Dolan DF4, Fuji Track Classic
Should I go clipless+Fixed all in one go? I don't like the notion of having to fumble into straps if I'm going to switch to fixed, but should I leave some time to get used to fixed before I throw my clipless pedals on?
#257
If you're used to riding clipless with your current system, then you probably won't have too many problems. However, it all depends on your comfort level. The benefit of clips and straps is that you can sort of feel for the bike without kicking/clipping in and there is little consequence for whatever happens.
#258
Brown Bear, Sqrl Hunter
Joined: Jul 2009
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From: San Jose, CA
Bikes: CAAD 10 4, Dolan DF4, Fuji Track Classic
If you're used to riding clipless with your current system, then you probably won't have too many problems. However, it all depends on your comfort level. The benefit of clips and straps is that you can sort of feel for the bike without kicking/clipping in and there is little consequence for whatever happens.
#260
Brown Bear, Sqrl Hunter
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From: San Jose, CA
Bikes: CAAD 10 4, Dolan DF4, Fuji Track Classic
Thanks I'll give it a try. Probably will do a few short tester/feeler rides before I go fixed on my commute in. Haha
#261
Newbie
Joined: May 2011
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Bikes: 2006 Trek SL road bike with upright bars outfitted for commuting and a 2012 Trek Earl modified to be a bar bike.
Should I get a traitor Luggernaut 3 speed or get a Trek earl and add a 3 speed? (will it even fit??!!) Money is an object, but credit is a concept...
#263
yoked
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#265
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From: Orlando, FL
#266
yoked
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#267
Senior Member
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From: Alexandria, VA
Bikes: 2012 Fuji Gran fondo 2.0, 1997 Trek 9900 with XT/XTR, 1984 Cannondale touring bike, Bianchi SS/FG
Should I buy a shimano 600 crankset (170 arms) with a 53 tooth chain ring and another 39 tooth chain ring for $20 or less? Even thought it is slightly to big for me?
#275
THE STUFFED


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From: San Francisco, CA
Bikes: R. Sachs Simplicity; EAI Bareknuckle; Madone SLR9 Gen 8
Not sure but it's pinarello compatible.... I hope so.
A s80 in the rear and bora ultra 2 up front does look good thorugh... not to mention I can always run s80's front/ back... but then again due a nice turn of events my old orca is w/o wheels.
It's more of a cosmetic/ aesthetics move really...
A s80 in the rear and bora ultra 2 up front does look good thorugh... not to mention I can always run s80's front/ back... but then again due a nice turn of events my old orca is w/o wheels.
It's more of a cosmetic/ aesthetics move really...





