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09-25-12 | 07:54 AM
#5626
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From: Toledo, OH
Bikes: Leader 722TS, Surly Steamroller, Panasonic DX-3000, Trek 4900
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'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?
09-25-12 | 07:59 AM
#5627
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.
Joined: May 2009
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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
I prefer the Urban Platforms because my size 12 feet are a little too big for GR-9s.
09-25-12 | 08:11 AM
#5628
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From: Toledo, OH
Bikes: Leader 722TS, Surly Steamroller, Panasonic DX-3000, Trek 4900
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?
09-25-12 | 08:40 AM
#5629
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.
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Posts: 26,053
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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
A bigger clip will only put your foot further forward on the pedal. I don't even use size XL clips.
09-25-12 | 08:50 AM
#5630
Hi, I'm Bryan.
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From: Chicago
Bikes: 2010 Focus Mares
I wear a size 14, and used the A/C plastic clips in large and they fit just fine.
09-25-12 | 09:19 AM
#5631
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From: Toledo, OH
Bikes: Leader 722TS, Surly Steamroller, Panasonic DX-3000, Trek 4900
09-25-12 | 10:19 AM
#5632
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From: Las Vegas, NV
Bikes: Pure Fix Romeo
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!
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!
09-25-12 | 10:29 AM
#5633
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.
Joined: May 2009
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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
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.
Originally Posted by Bikes Direct
This bike comes with a Fixed gear cog installed on one side of the flip-flop hub. It does NOT come with a freewheel.
09-25-12 | 11:17 AM
#5634
Brown Jersey Winner
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From: The Bad Woods.
Should i replace my origin8 saddle solely on the principle of origin8=satan? My buns dont exactly hate it
09-25-12 | 01:33 PM
#5635
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From: las vegas
Bikes: purty blue undefeated II 57cm
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?
09-25-12 | 01:36 PM
#5636
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.
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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
I've never used it.
09-25-12 | 01:52 PM
#5637
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From: las vegas
Bikes: purty blue undefeated II 57cm
damn it... i need to pick up a tire tomorrow. one shop near me carries michelins, they might have the krylions...
09-25-12 | 01:55 PM
#5638
hamcycles.com
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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
edit: considering rubino pro III but not sure how good they are for the streets
Last edited by hamfoh; 09-25-12 at 01:58 PM.
09-25-12 | 01:55 PM
#5639
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From: las vegas
Bikes: purty blue undefeated II 57cm
lol wut?
09-25-12 | 01:58 PM
#5640
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.
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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
09-25-12 | 01:59 PM
#5641
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lol'd at this
Pinkbullet3 says:
Just curious, what makes a Campy dropout a "Campy dropout"?
Posted 12 days ago | reply
ScrodzillaScrodzilla says:
They're made by Campagnolo.
Posted 12 days ago
Pinkbullet3Pinkbullet3 says:
(What's so special about them, is what I meant to ask)
Posted 11 days ago
ScrodzillaScrodzilla says:
They're made by Campagnolo.
Pinkbullet3 says:
Just curious, what makes a Campy dropout a "Campy dropout"?
Posted 12 days ago | reply
ScrodzillaScrodzilla says:
They're made by Campagnolo.
Posted 12 days ago
Pinkbullet3Pinkbullet3 says:
(What's so special about them, is what I meant to ask)
Posted 11 days ago
ScrodzillaScrodzilla says:
They're made by Campagnolo.
09-25-12 | 02:04 PM
#5642
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.
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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
09-25-12 | 02:13 PM
#5643
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From: Louisville, KY
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09-25-12 | 02:23 PM
#5644
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From: CID
Bikes: 1991 Bianchi Eros, 1964 Armstrong, 1988 Diamondback Ascent, 1988 Bianchi Premio, 1987 Bianchi Sport SX, 1980s Raleigh mixte (hers), All-City Space Horse (hers)
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..
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..
I've had good results with the 700x30 Kenda Kwicks on grass, dirt trails, and moderate-sized gravel. TBH, mine have spent most of their 3000 miles on the road, and now that the tread has worn down (soft-ish rubber), they're fairly fast and comfortable. I think I'm getting my $40 worth for the pair.
Last edited by ThermionicScott; 09-25-12 at 02:26 PM.
09-25-12 | 02:28 PM
#5645
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From: Plymouth, MI
Bikes: All City Nature Boy
/notscrod, but I didn't get any search hits under his username.
I've had good results with the 700x30 Kenda Kwicks on grass, dirt trails, and moderate-sized gravel. TBH, mine have spent most of their 3000 miles on the road, and now that the tread has worn down (soft-ish rubber), they're fairly fast and comfortable. I think I'm getting my $40 worth for the pair.
I've had good results with the 700x30 Kenda Kwicks on grass, dirt trails, and moderate-sized gravel. TBH, mine have spent most of their 3000 miles on the road, and now that the tread has worn down (soft-ish rubber), they're fairly fast and comfortable. I think I'm getting my $40 worth for the pair.
Scrod,
Do you see any issues with some light trail riding on my 722? It's not going to assplode once it goes off the road?
09-25-12 | 02:31 PM
#5646
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.
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Posts: 26,053
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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
I think you'll be okay.
And yeah, I agree about the Kendas.
And yeah, I agree about the Kendas.
09-25-12 | 03:32 PM
#5647
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From: las vegas
Bikes: purty blue undefeated II 57cm
dear scrod, when is velomine going to offer wheelsets with hplussun tb14 and their archetype??
09-25-12 | 03:43 PM
#5648
Thread Starter
Your cog is slipping.
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Posts: 26,053
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From: Beverly MA
Bikes: EAI Bareknuckle
I don't work for Velomine but feel free to ask them.
09-25-12 | 07:08 PM
#5649
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From: las vegas
Bikes: purty blue undefeated II 57cm
but you know everything 
09-26-12 | 12:42 AM
#5650
モㄥ工匕モ 爪モ爪乃モ尺
Joined: Feb 2010
Posts: 2,135
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From: LA San Gabriel, California
Bikes: Custom frame
Hey scrod, how much does it normally cost to thread a fork? Because i dont know anyone with a dye that big