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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-11-18, 07:40 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 990,777
Posted By Sunnytadpole

DS3 all ready to come home! Unfortunately I had...

DS3 all ready to come home! Unfortunately I had an unexpected surgery this week that has me grounded for possibly 2 to 3 months. But hey, at least its home for me when it's time to get going! ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-18, 11:49 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

That's the plan skipjack- to wait til the pedals...

That's the plan skipjack- to wait til the pedals need replaced and go with those. :)

You guys are all great with such smart stuff! Thanks bunches!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-18, 10:50 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

I love the color on this one! I tested the DS2 in...

I love the color on this one! I tested the DS2 in the crazy Miami green and all I kept thinking is this color is just too bright! Maybe for a pair of shoes it would work but not on my bike..... so if...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-18, 10:45 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

1) Upgrade the pedals. Pretty sure they're the...

1) Upgrade the pedals. Pretty sure they're the ones that came on my bike and they suck.

2) Ride the hell out of it.

3) Have fun!

I think I speak for us all when I request pictures after you...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-29-18, 05:49 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

The choice has been made!!

Never even considered this one but I totally fell in love with it at the test ride!

Everything on it was perfect except the saddle . It's being swapped for the saddle on the DS2. It's a bit...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-28-18, 09:00 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

thank you so much for including that article!...

thank you so much for including that article! Reading it really validates my reasons for not wanting airless tires at all. It would have been nice if Specialized offered it in tubed tire option but I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-28-18, 07:47 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

Talked to LBS today. Said it would be considered...

Talked to LBS today. Said it would be considered a custom job because I'd have to get all new wheel/rim setup. They have a 300$ custom charge on top of parts. Think I'm going to skip that for now. I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-28-18, 09:53 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

I like the Spec Alibi C sport. BUT I dont like...

I like the Spec Alibi C sport. BUT I dont like the tires. Everything else about it I am fine with. Even the V brakes. What does changing the tires on this bike entail? Would it also include replacing...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-27-18, 11:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 41,634
Posted By Sunnytadpole

the yaw that is mentioned here is the main thing...

the yaw that is mentioned here is the main thing i didnt like about the verve3. It kept twisting to the right and it felt far too unstable for me. That and it is too casual of a bike for what I want....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-27-18, 08:58 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

Took a look at the following: LBS A-...

Took a look at the following:

LBS A- Specialized Sirrus 2018 in castberry

They had me sit on the small frame with seat at lowest and my legs were too bent, they also came up too high. On the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-18, 02:25 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

Yes skipjack. The bikes I've been looking at are...

Yes skipjack. The bikes I've been looking at are fender and rack ready :) some are even low rider rack ready.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-18, 01:16 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

Skipjack that is some good stuff to know! We...

Skipjack that is some good stuff to know! We planned on getting superlocks because we know the crime rate out here is, well, bad doesn't cover it! There is no way I'm leaving a bike out without a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-18, 12:02 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

I love elliptical-and your right! I am going to...

I love elliptical-and your right! I am going to need to have the leg power to get up these inclines! Though a detour to the lake on my way somewhere does sound nice... hehehe

short goals and long...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-18, 11:12 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

thanks livedark! I was looking at the FX2....

thanks livedark!

I was looking at the FX2. I like it better than the 3.

you could be right with the pedaling muscles not being conditioned for this yet. I planned on riding from the house to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-18, 09:55 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

skipjack, I'm looking for an everything bike to...

skipjack, I'm looking for an everything bike to build a history with, so to speak. Lol I wouldn't mind used if I knew I wouldn't have to take it to the LBS for some maintenance or repair before I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-18, 09:40 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

finch, I'm not really interested in something...

finch, I'm not really interested in something like that right now. I'm not interested in anything like a cruiser bike at all. Mostly because it wouldn't allow me the ability to challenge myself. I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-18, 09:36 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

taz777, I'm hoping in a years time I will be able...

taz777, I'm hoping in a years time I will be able to start training for some things like a long trail ride or maybe a minimarathon or something! Not to win but because I really have always wanted to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-25-18, 08:16 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

Did some test riding today but I was so nervous...

Did some test riding today but I was so nervous and wobbly! Please tell me this goes away soon! Tested out a couple of Treks. I'm a bit concerned that some people have stated the components were...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-24-18, 08:28 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

noglider, after reading up on the FX, it seems...

noglider, after reading up on the FX, it seems like one that would fit my fitness and commuting goals. Though I do plan to test out as many as possible. I know it's not a permanent choice but it is...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-24-18, 08:24 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

... on your hybrid bike! 😉

... on your hybrid bike! 😉
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-23-18, 11:17 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

🤣😂🤣😂

🤣😂🤣😂
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-23-18, 06:53 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

Yes Hokie! That's exactly what we saw yesterday!...

Yes Hokie! That's exactly what we saw yesterday! Most of the mens selection was a mix of Specialized in those models, or the Trek. Womens side was almost all Trek. Which I'm not bothered by too much....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-22-18, 06:18 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

Folks you have been awesome with all the advise...

Folks you have been awesome with all the advise and words ok f encouragement.
Unfortunately neither of the 2 LBS we went to today carry either the Specialized Crossroads or the Trek Verves. I did...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-19-18, 08:42 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

Regarding brakes-i am likely going to stick to...

Regarding brakes-i am likely going to stick to the standard v- keep things simpler. I plan on learning to do my own maintenance every now and then for when those out of the blue moments happen while...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-18-18, 07:25 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

You guys are pretty awesome! Thanks for the...

You guys are pretty awesome! Thanks for the support, and advise!
i won't spend crazy on wheels etc if I don't need to. I will be adding a rack though I haven't decided if I want a plain one or a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-17-18, 09:47 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,269
Posted By Sunnytadpole

Overweight and desiring to ride!

I'm a heavy girl (5'3" & 240) looking to get into cycling for fitness, and as a means of transportation. This is something that will be a lifestyle change for me. Turned 40 this year and said some...
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