I usually just use whatever tires happen to be on the bad-weather Raleigh at the time - which are usually throwaways left at the shop.

Apparently when I answered him - you know, in the thread where I answer questions - it wasn't good enough.

I happen to think spocalc sucks compared to this.

roger that, im gonna try to keep riding every day to work into the winter but it gets pretty icy here so im trying to think if ill need something with more grip or not

It gets icy here too but my ride to the shop takes about 4 minutes if I go as slow as possible without falling over.

haha yeah, ill see what happens when winter really comes and see if i need anything more, cuz i definitely got hills and a half hour journey
ill see whats up in the winter forum too

That is a fantastic tool I have used it twice in the last year with awesome results

Pake French 75 + Omniums, yea or nay?

scrod i need your opinion on tires.
I need a durable flat resistant tire. I currently run gatorskins and am extremely dissapointed with these tires, i get flats constantly. I am thinking about trying out the specialized armadillos but would like your input on a puncture/flat resistant tire first. Oh and i run 23's.

does this cut warrent a new tire?http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=274770http://bikeforums.net/attachment.php...hmentid=274771

I hate Armadillos. They're durable but I find them to be extremely sluggish.

Based on the pic, I would most likely replace that tire or at least stick a boot inside. Gatorskins are great but have crappy sidewalls.

If you're not stuck on using 23c tires, get some 25c Ribmos (which do run a little small).

If you're asking about clearance issues, you shouldn't have any trouble.

Ok cool. Thanks, bud.

I agree about the Armadillos, FWIW.

Rags to riches bio....I love these stories.

Scrod

Any recommendations for a 28-32C cross tire that's cheap? Have a friend coming to town in November with his cross bike and I'd like to hit some mild trails with him on my 722.

Edit: Found the Kenda Kwick Tire 700x30c Black/Mocha Steel on QBP, they're real cheap. Do you have any experience with them? Hoping they'll fit..

Scrod,

I'm looking at getting new pedals, and think I've narrowed it down to either the MKS GR-9 or the MKS Urban Platforms. Which would you recommend between those two? Main differences I can see is that the Urbans have sealed bearings and are a slightly larger pedal. I don't have particularly large feet (size 10-11 mens), so am not sure if the larger size would help or hinder me. Do you have any preference?

I prefer the Urban Platforms because my size 12 feet are a little too big for GR-9s.

Does the increased size of the Urbans affect what size/brand toe clip I should get? It seems as though i'd need XL clips, which would rule out the All-City nylon ones since they come in only M or L, correct?

A bigger clip will only put your foot further forward on the pedal. I don't even use size XL clips.

I wear a size 14, and used the A/C plastic clips in large and they fit just fine.

Gotcha, thanks.

Hey Scrod. I got a couple questions today. Planning to order the Kilo TT soon, but I know that mostly everyone would recommend to change out the saddle as they are really uncomfortable. And I don't think it comes with a flip-flop hub.

My questions is, what is a good brand of Saddle I can get for commuting to work around 5miles back and forth and addition 2-3 miles to other places.
What is also a really reliable and good brand of flip-flop hub? Best ratio for the teeth? Would you also recommend me changing the crankset also?
Also what is a good pedals? My feet size is 8 1/2.
And lastly what drop bar would you recommend? Normal size or compact would be fine.

I want a flip-flop hub so I can use the Single-gear for commuting to work, and fixed for riding around the town.

Thanks! :thumb:

The Kilo most certainly comes with a flip-flop hub.

Regarding the saddle, I can't recommend what will be comfortable for you. Ride the bike before making any changes.

Should i replace my origin8 saddle solely on the principle of origin8=satan? My buns dont exactly hate it

ok so ive read about the ribmo pt and its got some good reviews and ive also read into the racer type d. was wondering if youve had any experience with that one as well?

I've never used it.

damn it... i need to pick up a tire tomorrow. one shop near me carries michelins, they might have the krylions...

favorite x23 tire? time to try this 23 on 23 business!

edit: considering rubino pro III but not sure how good they are for the streets

lol wut?

My 23c Pasela TGs are awesome on my TB14s.