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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-13-17, 08:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,069
Posted By applesoggy

Thanks dig the color, similar to one of my bikes,...

Thanks dig the color, similar to one of my bikes, would like to use it for other projects. Hard to nail down colors.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-13-17, 01:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,069
Posted By applesoggy

Nice job love the lugs and all that, but more...

Nice job love the lugs and all that, but more importantly, what color of krylon colormaster is that?
Thanks
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-14-16, 08:58 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 7,512
Posted By applesoggy

+1 Agonizing.

+1 Agonizing.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-27-16, 07:42 PM
Replies: 24,593
Views: 2,827,334
Posted By applesoggy

Today I accidentally had my reading glasses on...

Today I accidentally had my reading glasses on while shaving, and saw myself. I have aged.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-10-16, 03:12 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,574
Posted By applesoggy

Yeah I have a set from Retrogression, Scrod...

Yeah I have a set from Retrogression, Scrod builds them with a variety of hubs, I have the Grand Compes, pretty smooth.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-09-16, 08:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,574
Posted By applesoggy

I'd see if you can haggle a bit on the Fuji, and...

I'd see if you can haggle a bit on the Fuji, and replace the wheels(and maybe eventually the crank). Retrogression and Velomine are a couple of places to look for a descent $ and quality wheels, I've...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-22-16, 09:09 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 23,905
Posted By applesoggy

Haven't had it in years, but tombstone is...

Haven't had it in years, but tombstone is awesome;corned beef on pizza why didn't I think of that
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-17-16, 09:16 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 308,676
Posted By applesoggy

Love the color combination, bar tape should be...

Love the color combination, bar tape should be black or yellow though
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-13-16, 11:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,258
Posted By applesoggy

Yeah it's a hi ten cheap frame,if it's your first...

Yeah it's a hi ten cheap frame,if it's your first fixed build, who cares. Don't spend too much, or kill yourself with low end parts; you'll learn what not to do next time. And grind off the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-10-16, 05:37 PM
Replies: 5,734
Views: 1,689,122
Posted By applesoggy

I really love that celeste /yelloworangish paint...

I really love that celeste /yelloworangish paint job on those Pantani frames. I have an old Bianchi frame I almost had painted in that color scheme but I felt like a Homer
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-07-16, 08:56 AM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 308,676
Posted By applesoggy

Yeah that's a Velo orange stem. Part of the...

Yeah that's a Velo orange stem. Part of the reason I swapped the original threadless fork out was so I could mount that stem.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-06-16, 06:26 PM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,160,600
Posted By applesoggy

Thanks man, probably going to go for your H+Son...

Thanks man, probably going to go for your H+Son Archetypes or tb14s with gran Compe vs velomine/formula hubs
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-05-16, 09:10 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 308,676
Posted By applesoggy

Added a few new bits to my Bianchi Pista ...

Added a few new bits to my Bianchi Pista
http://i.imgur.com/KUZ5VEj.jpg (http://imgur.com/KUZ5VEj)

http://i.imgur.com/cuv2nTd.jpg (http://imgur.com/cuv2nTd)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-03-16, 08:47 PM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,160,600
Posted By applesoggy

Gran Compe track hubs vs Origin8 formula as sold...

Gran Compe track hubs vs Origin8 formula as sold by velomine on many of their wheelsets?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-20-16, 09:20 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,841
Posted By applesoggy

Invent a bike that grows with you. You may have...

Invent a bike that grows with you. You may have to do some ancestry research.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-19-16, 11:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,346
Posted By applesoggy

Oh yeah that's right I had Diadora (or something...

Oh yeah that's right I had Diadora (or something like that too late to Google) in the 80s
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-19-16, 09:25 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,346
Posted By applesoggy

I still use clips and straps,and if you're using...

I still use clips and straps,and if you're using the right straps you don't have to reach down to adjust.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-16-16, 07:54 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,120
Posted By applesoggy

That color is rad

That color is rad
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-27-16, 01:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,264
Posted By applesoggy

I'd guess it's a difference in handlebar reach...

I'd guess it's a difference in handlebar reach /height/hand position. Bike A has you positioned in your sweet spot. Or you're high.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-16, 07:25 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,115
Posted By applesoggy

Wow. Nice edit.

Wow. Nice edit.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-15-16, 11:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,369
Posted By applesoggy

What size rear tire do you have? Just get a...

What size rear tire do you have? Just get a bigger rear tire it'll be approximately 2 gear inches under the 48
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-10-16, 06:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,648
Posted By applesoggy

Thanks Timothy, threaded options are a little...

Thanks Timothy, threaded options are a little limited, especially in the curved blade category. The Soma Curved Blade looks good , I'm just concerned about the chrome coming close to matching the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-09-16, 07:41 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,648
Posted By applesoggy

Timothy I really like that 3rensho replica, where...

Timothy I really like that 3rensho replica, where did you get it? Looking to replace stock fork on my Pista Via Condotti, with a threaded chrome, partially cosmetic but also as you mentioned the rake...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-05-16, 10:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,315
Posted By applesoggy

150-200 miles/week, all fixed, around 5 years...

150-200 miles/week, all fixed, around 5 years now. 22-25 round trip commute depending on route. Weekends anywhere from 25 to 70 per day. Still haven't done a century fixed, probably a mental thing....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-01-16, 06:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,643
Posted By applesoggy

Maybe I'm wrong but isn't the Zephyr a rebranded...

Maybe I'm wrong but isn't the Zephyr a rebranded Colossi al colossione? Of course good luck with colossi. Sounds like it might not be a fit for you anyway
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-03-16, 10:34 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,927
Posted By applesoggy

Catch of the Day.

Catch of the Day.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-26-16, 05:23 AM
Replies: 1,447
Views: 246,021
Posted By applesoggy

That exact Bianchi Pista frameset came up on eBay...

That exact Bianchi Pista frameset came up on eBay last month. No dents, but a little rusted and needed a respray. I emailed the owner for more complete specs as I couldn't find anything on it other...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-20-16, 06:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,549
Posted By applesoggy

Speed has nothing to do with $$. I have three...

Speed has nothing to do with $$. I have three fixed bikes, the cheapest I have about 400 bucks into and with a good Tailwind and a slight decline can go over 30. Gearing is 46/15 with 25mm tires. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-20-16, 05:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,549
Posted By applesoggy

Motorcycles go fast.

Motorcycles go fast.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-15-16, 08:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,057
Posted By applesoggy

I use Map my ride app android phone. Gives me...

I use Map my ride app android phone. Gives me audio updates for whatever I want to hear (total distance, mph average, splits, etc.) Works for me although is sometimes hard to hear, I'm considering...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-06-16, 06:06 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 8,980
Posted By applesoggy

I feel for you in this dilemma. Purchasing a...

I feel for you in this dilemma. Purchasing a fork online can be difficult, I'm going through the same thing trying to find a threaded fork for my Bianchi which matches or comes close to my current...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-20-16, 10:15 AM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 308,676
Posted By applesoggy

Looks good, I have a celeste Bianchi myself and...

Looks good, I have a celeste Bianchi myself and powder coated another frame celeste-ish. Intrigued by Spray.bike net paint, from their description it's "dry fall powder coating" not really sure...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-17-16, 07:42 AM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 807,976
Posted By applesoggy

Thanks hopefully they'll get a US distributor I'd...

Thanks hopefully they'll get a US distributor I'd like to give it a shot on one of my ratty frames. If you'd post pics that'd be cool
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-16-16, 07:36 AM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 807,976
Posted By applesoggy

Is Spray.bike available in US? I emailed them and...

Is Spray.bike available in US? I emailed them and they said they were looking for United States distributors as far as I know cannot be shipped to the US from the UK
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-24-16, 11:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,989
Posted By applesoggy

I'm taking a brake from these break threads

I'm taking a brake from these break threads
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-24-16, 03:54 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,806
Posted By applesoggy

If you're used to running a rear brake fixed...

If you're used to running a rear brake fixed that's cool I just wouldn't recommend it. If you're doing 35 mph descents yeah it comes in handy. I've seen people thrown, probably their own...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-23-16, 07:39 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,806
Posted By applesoggy

Rear brake on FG is a big mistake

Rear brake on FG is a big mistake
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-19-16, 09:12 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 308,676
Posted By applesoggy

Yeah really nice please list components

Yeah really nice please list components
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-19-16, 07:41 PM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 807,976
Posted By applesoggy

Miche supertype seat post from Retrogression. ...

Miche supertype seat post from Retrogression. Now I need a matching threadless stem.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-27-15, 07:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,143
Posted By applesoggy

You have to remove it anyway, it'll probably have...

You have to remove it anyway, it'll probably have all the numbers you need except the spindle length. You can buy calipers, measure it, or look up the he BB requirements of your crank
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-03-15, 03:08 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,745
Posted By applesoggy

The clips you have pictured are the ones I'm...

The clips you have pictured are the ones I'm referring to. I prefer the cage (on the left) . I tried large and they felt good on my toes but it's kind of trial and error anything feet related. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-03-15, 12:09 AM
Replies: 24,593
Views: 2,827,334
Posted By applesoggy

Sniping can work if you know the trending price...

Sniping can work if you know the trending price of the item. Always add a dollar.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-02-15, 11:33 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,745
Posted By applesoggy

MKS gr10 plus MKS stainless steel toe clips work...

MKS gr10 plus MKS stainless steel toe clips work for me. Just received my third pair of the stainless toe clips from Retrogression.

Had a couple of the regular MKS clips but I get into the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-01-15, 07:48 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 12,694
Posted By applesoggy

+1 Sun m13 from Velomine. Silver are machined...

+1 Sun m13 from Velomine. Silver are machined for brakes relatively light, formula hubs. I have two sets.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-29-15, 10:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,385
Posted By applesoggy

It's interesting that an entire neighborhood can...

It's interesting that an entire neighborhood can own a headset. I once shared a lawnmower with a neighbor, but he was out of town occasionally. It made for an exciting weekend.

They're not...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-01-15, 10:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,820
Posted By applesoggy

As ethet said, roughly, if you lose purchase...

As ethet said, roughly, if you lose purchase (stability? ) even for a second you'll lose it. As you get more confident you'll ride more aggressively and these things will happen, especially in...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-01-15, 09:08 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 10,820
Posted By applesoggy

It's not necessarily just spinning out at high...

It's not necessarily just spinning out at high speeds. It's also the little bumps here and there that'll pop you right off of those pedals.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-15, 07:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,610
Posted By applesoggy

Thanks again it wasn't anodized some fine wet...

Thanks again it wasn't anodized some fine wet sandpaper removed the bits I didn't want and mothers shined it up. I might go a little further with the sanding but I'm pretty satisfied and don't want...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-15, 08:46 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,610
Posted By applesoggy

Thanks for the reply. I guess it's a fine line...

Thanks for the reply. I guess it's a fine line between removing the minor pitting (which mine has as well) and retaining the beautiful etching. I'll take your advice on determining whether it's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-15, 06:24 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,610
Posted By applesoggy

Old thread I don't know if OP is still subscribed...

Old thread I don't know if OP is still subscribed but I just acquired Maes handlebars exactly (I think) like these and possibly someone could give me info on how to polish them up.

Owner I...
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