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Forum: Mountain Biking
09-16-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 544
Posted By travbikeman

I have the Kryptotal front and Xynotal on rear on...

I have the Kryptotal front and Xynotal on rear on my Trance. Both trail casing. Really liking these tires and for me rolls really well.

Also to add, I have gone through some rock gardens with...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-06-24, 04:00 PM
Replies: 2,041
Views: 477,402
Posted By travbikeman

Nice Bike and like how the new brown sidewall...

Nice Bike and like how the new brown sidewall Panaracers look on it! Love the C&O! I'm out on it 2-3 times a week before work or on weekends! But mainly around the Shepherdstown area.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-22-24, 02:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 859
Posted By travbikeman

Good to know on the tunnel, Thanks! Plenty more...

Good to know on the tunnel, Thanks! Plenty more trails to go to, perhaps in a few years I will check if Hiawatha is any better! :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-22-24, 01:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 859
Posted By travbikeman

Started taking bike vacations many years ago, but...

Started taking bike vacations many years ago, but have so far been sticking with Rails to Trails on the East Coast/Mid Atlantic. Soon will be going further out to other states. Absolutely love...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-18-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,307
Posted By travbikeman

I fully agree with posts above from Hokiefyd and...

I fully agree with posts above from Hokiefyd and veganbikes. This reminded me how nice the Microshift AdventX shifters were. Frankly, they felt better and worked smoother than my 12 speed Deore...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-24, 03:26 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 9,196
Posted By travbikeman

7 years ago when I moved out of Clarksburg, I...

7 years ago when I moved out of Clarksburg, I attempted to move to Brunswick. Wasn't going to buy a house, but rent for a few years since at the time wasn't divorced, just separated. The homes...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-10-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,307
Posted By travbikeman

Still believe you are not comparing what had to...

Still believe you are not comparing what had to the equivalent to Shimano. You had as per specs on your Escape bike:

Shifter: Microshift TS39

Front Derailleur: Microshift R8

Rear...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-10-24, 03:47 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 9,196
Posted By travbikeman

I had the same issue come up with me when half of...

I had the same issue come up with me when half of my household income decided to move to another state. Clarksburg MD wasn't so affordable for supporting my kids and I when half of the income was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-24, 02:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,523
Posted By travbikeman

I just uploaded the video on YouTube on how it...

I just uploaded the video on YouTube on how it works here:

https://www.youtube.com/shorts/HdSomi4uL9E
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,523
Posted By travbikeman

When you press on the foot pedal, push the new...

When you press on the foot pedal, push the new pedal up (or whatever it's called) and then press original pedal down. Think it's going to take a bit to get used to, but then again, I'm realizing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-24, 10:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,523
Posted By travbikeman

Takes only 2 minutes to install. ...

Takes only 2 minutes to install.

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/pxl_20240705_161929976_95603e9f2c0053e56d79629f37d1c73c05c6148a.jpg...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-02-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,307
Posted By travbikeman

eh....while the MicroShift on the Escape might...

eh....while the MicroShift on the Escape might not exactly be high end components, It appears closer to what Shimano Altus system is like, MicroShift does provide good products.

I installed the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 03:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,523
Posted By travbikeman

I bought three of these racks, one for myself,...

I bought three of these racks, one for myself, and 2 for my kids on their cars. We have tried to get them to fail in many ways and it's not failing.

Ended up finding out that this is due to a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 03:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,523
Posted By travbikeman

Kuat Transfer v2 recall

For those whom have this bike rack, there is a recall.

https://www.kuat.com/recalls/

There is a fix, you will need to submit information to receive a part to keep this from occurring.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-03-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,517
Posted By travbikeman

If you are more interested in comfort and just...

If you are more interested in comfort and just cruising on pavement: https://www.marinbikes.com/bikes/2023-stinson-2

This is also really nice: https://www.marinbikes.com/bikes/2024-kentfield-2
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-12-24, 06:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,881
Posted By travbikeman

When I changed the drivetrain over on my Scott...

When I changed the drivetrain over on my Scott Sub Cross to a 1x11 setup, I also put a 34 tooth chainring on. On the rails to trails and canal trails, I felt it worked fine. I still did not use the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 03:28 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,281
Posted By travbikeman

I've lived in a suburb of Detroit in late...

I've lived in a suburb of Detroit in late 80's/early 90's (Troy). I remember having to ride through the blocks of neighborhoods for safe riding. Not much for riding bikes on trails back then....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-07-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,307
Posted By travbikeman

It appears others have essentially gave you the...

It appears others have essentially gave you the answer.

Looking at the specs of your bike, you have the Microshift CSH081 8 speed cassette. This cassette fits a standard HG hub. 11 speed...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-02-24, 04:01 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,307
Posted By travbikeman

Giant's site does not list a hub name, so will...

Giant's site does not list a hub name, so will guess it's a generic hub or possibly Shimano. Do you know which brand you have on the bike?

Good chance that you will be able to fit a 11 speed...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-01-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,728
Posted By travbikeman

The seller asking you this, sort of tells me...

The seller asking you this, sort of tells me he/she does not have many people offering money for the bike.
If he did, then it would have been a solid no, not selling it for that price.
My bet is he...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-01-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,158
Posted By travbikeman

This Claris might shift quicker than your older...

This Claris might shift quicker than your older Altus. Altus has been one of the more affordable mountain bike/hybrid der that only works with flat bar shifters. Where as Claris is more road...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-29-24, 01:40 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,904
Posted By travbikeman

So this is just a quick note to all cyclists that...

So this is just a quick note to all cyclists that might be viewing this thread and going jeez louis! :twitchy: I'm noticing so far over 500 views on this thread alone.

For those whom don't...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-28-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,263
Posted By travbikeman

So, tomorrow happens to be today! :) How...

So, tomorrow happens to be today! :)

How did it ride? Did this solve your neck problems?

Looks like a nice bike!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-28-24, 11:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,158
Posted By travbikeman

Talking EDIT: **Noticed the OP has bought a bike. Still...

EDIT: **Noticed the OP has bought a bike. Still leaving the links below in case anyone finds it useful......JUST IN CASE GUYS! :rolleyes:

There are a few, I listed two of them below, along with...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-24, 02:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,893
Posted By travbikeman

EDIT: Ok, after rereading the question...

EDIT: Ok, after rereading the question properly...I don't have that answer for you. Too many people get what fits them the best. And rightly so.

Check out some YouTube video's. There are many...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 617
Posted By travbikeman

Curious if your fork has a steerer tube with...

Curious if your fork has a steerer tube with something similar to the following:
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-12-24, 10:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,893
Posted By travbikeman

There are a lot of options out there for choices....

There are a lot of options out there for choices. You can choose various mountain bike bars, Jones bars, or essentially any kind of multi position bars.

Examples: ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-20-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,087
Posted By travbikeman

That is a nice bike! I was up in PA this past...

That is a nice bike! I was up in PA this past December at a Scott Shop that my son and I have purchased from in the past. They have some serious markdowns on mountain bikes right now, and still...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-20-24, 04:14 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,615
Posted By travbikeman

Almost purchased a Toughroad a few years ago. It...

Almost purchased a Toughroad a few years ago. It had the Conduct brakes on it. While I thought that it was interesting how this was setup, I wondered about it's longevity. Shortly afterwards,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-12-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 5,474
Views: 3,981,857
Posted By travbikeman

Been back and forth on calling this a hybrid or a...

Been back and forth on calling this a hybrid or a gravel bike. It has been my winter project to replace my hybrid bike that I will be selling this spring. First ride this past Saturday and am really...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-12-24, 11:27 AM
Replies: 141
Views: 17,160
Posted By travbikeman

Took it out for the first ride and first ride of...

Took it out for the first ride and first ride of the year this past Saturday after the rain past. C&O canal at Antietam aqueduct.
...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-28-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 11,598
Posted By travbikeman

I noticed you had installed a Balony (Bucklos)...

I noticed you had installed a Balony (Bucklos) fork on your red Schwinn. A few years ago, when searching for forks for my hardtail rebuild (Scott Aspect), I looked at these forks. There were people...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-23-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 1,578
Views: 415,603
Posted By travbikeman

I might be going a bit fast on putting my new...

I might be going a bit fast on putting my new bike together. Still have some work to do. Going to order a new Sram Apex Wide crankset, since I purchased a Rival crankset that does not fit this bike...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-23-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 11,598
Posted By travbikeman

Hornets nests typically do get stirred during...

Hornets nests typically do get stirred during winter months. Always leads to an interesting read.

Anyhow, I used to have those Wheelmaster/Weinman wheels until I sold the bike I bought those...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-24, 08:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 674
Posted By travbikeman

Thanks, I have this past few hours researched...

Thanks, I have this past few hours researched further and found this crank will not work with the frame. I should have purchased a wide version of the Apex or Rival Crank. This Rival crankset only...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-24, 05:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 674
Posted By travbikeman

Thanks, will look into that after I play around...

Thanks, will look into that after I play around with the spacers I do have. It's a new frame, but will look further after making some adjustments.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 674
Posted By travbikeman

Ok, perhaps I am over thinking it? I am used to...

Ok, perhaps I am over thinking it? I am used to a larger space on cranksets on mountain bikes and hybrids....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-16-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 674
Posted By travbikeman

SRAM Rival 1 1x11 crankset

I installed the new crankset onto my State 4130 frame with a GXP 68mm BB. I have found that the non drive side has 2mm of space between the crank and the frame.

I had thought this crankset should...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-15-24, 05:26 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 1,015,710
Posted By travbikeman

Hokeyfyd is correct, it's straight tube:...

Hokeyfyd is correct, it's straight tube: https://www.trekbikes.com/us/en_US/bikes/hybrid-bikes/dual-sport-bikes/dual-sport/ds-2/p/17306/

You can install a headset lower extender, think 10mm to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-12-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 1,802
Views: 799,558
Posted By travbikeman

That is a nice looking Sirrus!

That is a nice looking Sirrus!
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-09-24, 09:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,097
Posted By travbikeman

I installed the Advent X on my hardtail. It was...

I installed the Advent X on my hardtail. It was a solid system. I had no worries about it breaking when hitting branches or rocks. It did clunk a few times when shifting, so as odd as it may...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-30-23, 06:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,220
Posted By travbikeman

Is this the Sirrus you are looking at: ...

Is this the Sirrus you are looking at: https://99spokes.com/bikes/specialized/2014/sirrus-comp-carbon

10 years ago, that was a $1279 bike. Since there are a great many used bikes up for sale at...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-29-23, 09:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,437
Posted By travbikeman

It was my understanding that Shimano's Servo...

It was my understanding that Shimano's Servo brakes all generally had the same amount of power. Only the more expensive ones, SLX and XT, XTR had different upgrades for cooling and adjustment...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-26-23, 02:19 PM
Replies: 7,847
Views: 2,982,013
Posted By travbikeman

My winter project has been delivered today! Over...

My winter project has been delivered today! Over next few months will be setting this up as a flat bar gravel or hybrid. Planning on putting on 650b Wheel/tire combo. Currently have the Chromoly...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-26-23, 12:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 722
Posted By travbikeman

It's possible you might find the Fox 32 a bit...

It's possible you might find the Fox 32 a bit flexy for your (and mine) weight range. If at all possible, I would suggest a Fox 34 (which version of the 34 depends on you, the Rythm version is simple...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-19-23, 04:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,330
Posted By travbikeman

https://www.statebicycle.com/collections/4130-fixe...

https://www.statebicycle.com/collections/4130-fixed-gear-single-speed

https://www.statebicycle.com/collections/6061-black-label-fixed-gear-single-speed-track-bikes

The links, on the bottom of...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-13-23, 02:25 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 776
Posted By travbikeman

Which gears is it colliding with? The larger...

Which gears is it colliding with? The larger ones or smaller ones? What derailleur do you have?
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-13-23, 02:05 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 19,512
Posted By travbikeman

All bikes appear to be difficult to sell at...

All bikes appear to be difficult to sell at moment.

I know when I sold my son's Backwoods many years ago, I had to go down to $200 to get it sold. Used that to buy his Avalanche, in which I sold,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-11-23, 08:32 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 19,512
Posted By travbikeman

Thought the OP and any other new to mountain...

Thought the OP and any other new to mountain biking people might enjoy the following video:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=M2AcVEuQ4Ms

Good video that really helps to show, that as a beginner,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-06-23, 12:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,273
Posted By travbikeman

Curious how tall you are and what size bike you...

Curious how tall you are and what size bike you purchased? Trying to gauge the size specifications on this. Noticed the Ambition X flatbar is only $500. Am very curious on this. But looking over the...
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