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Mumonkan 06-26-12 10:49 AM

would it be a waste of time to install my crappy eighthinch headset on an 805 fork and 722 frame and take it off when i can afford a new orbit x, or should i just wait?

Scrodzilla 06-26-12 11:01 AM

Will you be doing it yourself or paying a shop to do it?

Mumonkan 06-26-12 11:28 AM

myself, id have to borrow a friends crown race puller though since i dont have that on hand

Scrodzilla 06-26-12 11:48 AM

If you're going to use the headset for a while and can install it yourself, go ahead and do it. If you'll be getting a new headset is two weeks, don't bother.

Mumonkan 06-26-12 11:56 AM

it would probably be on there for a month or so

my next check is gonna suck so im gonna have some spare money this week and then not again for a while
i just dont want my new frame to torture me by hanging on the wall for that long, its so purdy lol

(bi-weekly pay periods suck)

Jaytron 06-26-12 12:01 PM


Originally Posted by Mumonkan (Post 14407527)

(bi-weekly pay periods suck)

I only get paid once a month :|

8bits 06-26-12 05:46 PM

Scrod what's the quality difference between a Sapim Laser and a DT Swiss Revolution? Is there any?

I'm trying to decide wich one to go with my next wheelset.

Mumonkan 06-26-12 05:49 PM


Originally Posted by Jaytron (Post 14407551)
I only get paid once a month :|

ew.

sorry. /hug

Jaytron 06-26-12 05:51 PM


Originally Posted by Mumonkan (Post 14409241)
ew.

sorry. /hug

Srsly man.
First 3 weeks:
http://i.imgur.com/wIKbs.gif

Last week:
http://www.stevenhumour.com/wp-conte...s-wireless.jpg

Scrodzilla 06-26-12 07:26 PM

Wait...where did you get that pic of me? ****ing cameras on me all the time!

Dannihilator 06-26-12 07:28 PM

Going to keep with the tire for now.

Is it hard to believe that the tire that's working for me is a serfas seca rs?

Scrodzilla 06-26-12 07:29 PM


Originally Posted by 8bits (Post 14409225)
Scrod what's the quality difference between a Sapim Laser and a DT Swiss Revolution? Is there any?

I'm trying to decide wich one to go with my next wheelset.

Lasers are 2.0/1.5/2.0 and DT Swiss Comps are 1.8/1.5/1.8.

Not sure what the actual quality difference is, if any.

Scrodzilla 06-26-12 07:31 PM


Originally Posted by Dannihilator (Post 14409593)
Going to keep with the tire for now.

Is it hard to believe that the tire that's working for me is a serfas seca rs?

It's hard to believe that a tire is working for you but the Seca RS is a decent tire.

Dannihilator 06-26-12 07:37 PM

I've had gator hardshells last a month, look at michelin or hutchinson tires and they fail.

Scrodzilla 06-26-12 07:44 PM

Gator Hardshells have crappy sidewalls, IMO.

Not sure if you recall what happened when I tried Michelin Pro4s when they first came out but I literally had one blow right off my front rim while I was cornering at a pretty high speed and I still don't really understand how I pulled off not eating ****. The roadies can keep 'em.

Nagrom_ 06-26-12 07:46 PM


Originally Posted by Scrodzilla (Post 14409660)
Gator Hardshells have crappy sidewalls, IMO.

Not sure if you recall what happened when I tried Michelin Pro4s when they first came out but I literally had one blow right off my front rim while I was cornering at a pretty high speed and I still don't really understand how I pulled off not eating ****. The roadies can keep 'em.

Have you ridden your GP4000's or your 4Seasons yet?

Dannihilator 06-26-12 07:52 PM


Originally Posted by Scrodzilla (Post 14409660)
Gator Hardshells have crappy sidewalls, IMO.

Not sure if you recall what happened when I tried Michelin Pro4s when they first came out but I literally had one blow right off my front rim while I was cornering at a pretty high speed and I still don't really understand how I pulled off not eating ****. The roadies can keep 'em.

That's how I did my set of hard shells in, sidewall tear.

Dannihilator 06-26-12 07:54 PM


Originally Posted by Nagrom_ (Post 14409673)
Have you ridden your GP4000's or your 4Seasons yet?

GP 4000 was hit or miss for me, had a set last until the chords, then had another set that only survived a week.

Between their two offerenings with the 4 seasons and the Gator Hardshell, I feel the 4 seasons is the better tire.

Nagrom_ 06-26-12 07:56 PM


Originally Posted by Dannihilator (Post 14409707)
GP 4000 was hit or miss for me, had a set last until the chords, then had another set that only survived a week.

Between their two offerenings with the 4 seasons and the Gator Hardshell, I feel the 4 seasons is the better tire.

Ever try the GP4000S's?

I just bought a set, wondering what I got myself into.

Scrodzilla 06-26-12 07:56 PM


Originally Posted by Nagrom_ (Post 14409673)
Have you ridden your GP4000's or your 4Seasons yet?

Angie is currently riding GP4000s. I haven't ridden either but know a good number of people who swear by them.

Dannihilator 06-26-12 08:02 PM


Originally Posted by Nagrom_ (Post 14409716)
Ever try the GP4000S's?

I just bought a set, wondering what I got myself into.

No I have not, the GP4000S is a great tire, I know a bunch of people as well who swear by them, the black chili compound just does not work for me.

I remember your experience with the Pro4's.

Leukybear 06-26-12 08:24 PM


Originally Posted by Nagrom_ (Post 14409716)
Ever try the GP4000S's?

I just bought a set, wondering what I got myself into.

You'll love them. I'm working my way through my second set this season. Basically they're your gatorskin but with improved protection and a much lower rolling resistance when put in comparison with the later.

mjf595 06-26-12 09:53 PM

The 4000s is a great tire, been on mine for about 6 months; 20 miles daily with 0 issues.

Nagrom_ 06-26-12 09:58 PM

sounds like i got an awesome tire. thanks guys.

jaded_fable 06-27-12 01:27 PM

Any chance you could recommend a quality but budget friendly low-flange rear track hub (or hubset)?

Jaytron 06-27-12 02:08 PM


Originally Posted by Nagrom_ (Post 14409716)
Ever try the GP4000S's?

I just bought a set, wondering what I got myself into.

Don't you dare skid with them.

Nagrom_ 06-27-12 08:16 PM

Dude. Those nittos are stiff as f*ck.

Dannihilator 06-27-12 09:44 PM

Tomorrow the endurance training begins, it's definitely on this time. Should I make the him go through a climb that lasts for 3 miles with sections having a grade of over 12%?

Scrodzilla 06-27-12 09:47 PM

This is the dude who blew you off? I say dig deep and give the bastard everything you've got.

Dannihilator 06-27-12 09:50 PM


Originally Posted by Scrodzilla (Post 14414851)
This is the dude who blew you off? I say dig deep and give the bastard everything you've got.

Yep. I figure I will start the all out effort where that climb starts.


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