The "Should I..." Thread
05-03-13 | 05:00 PM
#3176
Fixie Infamous
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As long as you're still on the flats of the rails you're fine.
05-03-13 | 10:03 PM
#3177
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From: Los Angeles
05-04-13 | 05:16 AM
#3178
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Oops, wrong thread. But I might as well ask here too. 
Will a Sugino XD2 crankset be a notable upgrade over my current Sturmey Archer FCT-20? I can get a set with a 44t chainring and chainguard, and 42t spare ring for €50. It'll definitely look better on my bike, but I'm not sure if it will have any impact performance-wise?
And is a chainguard cool? Or will it impair my skidz and street-cred?
Will a Sugino XD2 crankset be a notable upgrade over my current Sturmey Archer FCT-20? I can get a set with a 44t chainring and chainguard, and 42t spare ring for €50. It'll definitely look better on my bike, but I'm not sure if it will have any impact performance-wise?
And is a chainguard cool? Or will it impair my skidz and street-cred?
Last edited by TijmenK; 05-04-13 at 05:20 AM.
05-04-13 | 08:51 AM
#3179
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Bikes: Cannondale CAAD12, Specialized Rockhopper, Norco Fluid FS1
05-04-13 | 10:21 PM
#3180
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05-05-13 | 12:55 PM
#3182
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So I just sold my Masi Speciale for $450. Should I buy a Specialized Allez Road bike for $500 now that my conversion fell apart and I only have 1 bike? I'd be broke until my next paycheck, but I think this would be better suited for the Ride for Heart in June.
05-05-13 | 01:26 PM
#3183
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From: San Jose, CA
Bikes: Jamis Sputnik, Leader 722 Heritage Edition, Brompton, Bianchi Via Nirone, Robinson SST, Diamondback Sorrento
05-05-13 | 02:44 PM
#3187
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Completely depends on the year and groupset. If it's 2009+ with at least a Tiagra and or a little older with 105s or above, sure, assuming they're in good condition.
05-07-13 | 11:08 PM
#3191
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Should I get some H+son Archetype and Miche Primato high flange for my new wheels or is there another alternative out there? Only thing I require is a black rim and black hub.
Looking to be around the 300-350 mark minus wheelbuilding.
Or spend that money and do Reach the Beach on the 18th instead?
Looking to be around the 300-350 mark minus wheelbuilding.
Or spend that money and do Reach the Beach on the 18th instead?
05-08-13 | 03:20 AM
#3193
Industrial Designer
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From: Philadelphia, PA
Bikes: Panasonic '88 Dx3000, Specialized Hardrock ('06?)
not really a should I, but does anyone know of a bar tape that matches brooks leather in brown? and does anyone have an opinion on matching non leather tape with a leather saddle?
Edit: SHOULD i put a pair of these (probably make my own instead of buy) on bullhorns to match my brooks?
https://nonusual.bigcartel.com/product/long-gropes-brown
Edit: SHOULD i put a pair of these (probably make my own instead of buy) on bullhorns to match my brooks?
https://nonusual.bigcartel.com/product/long-gropes-brown
Last edited by Lukester78; 05-08-13 at 04:15 AM.
05-08-13 | 04:27 AM
#3195
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From: Philadelphia, PA
Bikes: Panasonic '88 Dx3000, Specialized Hardrock ('06?)
05-08-13 | 06:07 AM
#3196
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From: The Bad Woods.
from what ive heard deda mistral in brown matches, i have some on order so ill post a pic when it gets here
05-08-13 | 08:09 AM
#3197
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Would like a new wheelset but these might be a little too funky...should I though?
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...c-Limited-Blue
https://www.bikeforums.net/showthread...c-Limited-Blue
05-08-13 | 08:21 AM
#3198
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From: North Attleboro, MA
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[QUOTE=Lukester78;15601526]not really a should I, but does anyone know of a bar tape that matches brooks leather in brown? and does anyone have an opinion on matching non leather tape with a leather saddle?
I've heard of people matching the bar tape and seat, then finding out that the bar tape stains with sweat and dirt, and no longer matchy matchs the seat. Something to think about before dropping a dime on brooks tape.
I've heard of people matching the bar tape and seat, then finding out that the bar tape stains with sweat and dirt, and no longer matchy matchs the seat. Something to think about before dropping a dime on brooks tape.
05-08-13 | 08:46 AM
#3200
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From: Philadelphia, PA
Bikes: Panasonic '88 Dx3000, Specialized Hardrock ('06?)
[QUOTE=OneGoodLeg;15602241]
yeah this is the reason I'm not buy brooks tape. but itd be nice for it to look similar
not really a should I, but does anyone know of a bar tape that matches brooks leather in brown? and does anyone have an opinion on matching non leather tape with a leather saddle?
I've heard of people matching the bar tape and seat, then finding out that the bar tape stains with sweat and dirt, and no longer matchy matchs the seat. Something to think about before dropping a dime on brooks tape.
I've heard of people matching the bar tape and seat, then finding out that the bar tape stains with sweat and dirt, and no longer matchy matchs the seat. Something to think about before dropping a dime on brooks tape.