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Forum: Southern California
01-16-14, 10:45 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 8,814
Posted By ninevictor

Not the longest, not the steepest, but I love the...

Not the longest, not the steepest, but I love the view from Via del Monte in PV:359858

I'm on board with the others who like San Gabriel Canyon Road. Here's a view from the top of the...
Forum: Commuting
10-31-13, 12:30 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,742
Posted By ninevictor

There are mounts at the end of each fork blade...

There are mounts at the end of each fork blade and a center mount on the back side of the fork "crown" completely sufficient for mounting the Cascadia fenders.
Forum: Commuting
10-31-13, 11:04 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,742
Posted By ninevictor

No pictures with fenders, but I'm using Planet...

No pictures with fenders, but I'm using Planet Bike Cascadia fenders. I don't like how the bike looks with fenders and since I'm in Southern California I have the luxury of leaving them off the bike...
Forum: Commuting
10-31-13, 01:11 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,742
Posted By ninevictor

Their webpage is a little un-intuitive. Look a...

Their webpage is a little un-intuitive. Look a little harder in the link I posted and you'll see #7 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=7) :
Forum: Commuting
10-30-13, 02:58 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,742
Posted By ninevictor

The fork is a Whiskey Parts Co No. 7: ...

The fork is a Whiskey Parts Co No. 7: http://whiskyparts.co/catalog/forks

According to their page it will support a 51mm tire. I currently am using 28c with fenders.
Forum: Commuting
10-24-13, 05:16 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,742
Posted By ninevictor

Photo of my bike? 347632

Photo of my bike?

347632
Forum: Commuting
10-24-13, 02:48 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,742
Posted By ninevictor

My builder is Zealot Bikes out of Corona, CA. ...

My builder is Zealot Bikes out of Corona, CA. They're a small operation and I can't speak to the volume of frames he's built but after extensive conversation (and several rides) with Jeremiah I felt...
Forum: Commuting
10-24-13, 01:32 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,742
Posted By ninevictor

I very much like my SS frame. The builder did a...

I very much like my SS frame. The builder did a great job utilizing the characteristics of the KVA stainless to give me a frame that is exactly what I was looking for.

Your thoughts on finding a...
Forum: Commuting
10-24-13, 12:39 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,742
Posted By ninevictor

I still think you should consider SS. While it's...

I still think you should consider SS. While it's stiffer than Ti it will definitely not beat you up on the long hauls.
Forum: Commuting
10-22-13, 01:53 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,742
Posted By ninevictor

For all you cable "brifter" equipped disc brake...

For all you cable "brifter" equipped disc brake lovers, check out TRP's HY/RD calipers. I upgraded to those from Avid BB7S Road calipers and absolutely love them.
Forum: Commuting
10-21-13, 11:52 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,742
Posted By ninevictor

I decided on the KVA because I already have a...

I decided on the KVA because I already have a Seven Ti frame. I knew I wanted a corrosion resistant material and I liked what the builder had to say about the KVA's hardness, stiffness and weight...
Forum: Southern California
09-12-13, 03:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By ninevictor

So far I've spoken with Dale Benson and Samson...

So far I've spoken with Dale Benson and Samson Teshome of Caltrans.

In addition to the still images I provided I also sent them a YouTube video demonstrating the numerous unsafe conditions their...
Forum: Southern California
09-06-13, 09:38 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By ninevictor

I suspect it's because they really don't have...

I suspect it's because they really don't have anything in the works.

I also believe that people who don't want a paper trail prefer phone conversations over email. Some people prefer the he-said,...
Forum: Southern California
09-05-13, 11:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By ninevictor

A follow-up email yielded this response from Mr....

A follow-up email yielded this response from Mr. Benson. Evidently phone calls are the only way anything gets done at Caltrans so I'll call tomorrow and see if I can get more details regarding this...
Forum: Southern California
09-03-13, 09:56 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By ninevictor

The Valley View bridge over I-5 is OK on weekends...

The Valley View bridge over I-5 is OK on weekends and holidays. During the weekday commutes it's far more dangerous than the Carmenita bridge due to the speed at which traffic goes over the bridge. ...
Forum: Southern California
08-29-13, 05:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By ninevictor

Progress: marquhar, would you like for me to...

Progress:
marquhar, would you like for me to let you know when the meeting Mr. Benson has proposed will go down?
Forum: Southern California
08-27-13, 10:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By ninevictor

It's my intent to see how serious Doug Failing is...

It's my intent to see how serious Doug Failing is about backing up his words about how important cycling commuters are in his Caltrans district. Thanks to @marquhar...
Forum: Southern California
08-27-13, 07:45 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By ninevictor

marquhar - Sorry, no recollection about that...

marquhar -
Sorry, no recollection about that week in particular but the closure of the swap meet gate did come as a surprise. I recall backtracking to Rosecrans where I went east to La Mirada.
...
Forum: Southern California
08-27-13, 03:31 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,777
Posted By ninevictor

I've contacted Caltrans District 7 via their...

I've contacted Caltrans District 7 via their website contact form regarding the horribly unsafe detour route Caltrans has provided for the Coyote Creek closure.

This is the message I sent and...
Forum: Commuting
08-20-13, 03:48 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,742
Posted By ninevictor

I can vouch for the Alfine Di2. Awesome stuff,...

I can vouch for the Alfine Di2. Awesome stuff, incredibly fun to ride and it's a great combination with the Carbon Drive belt. Hydro brakes would be the piece de resistance.
Forum: Commuting
08-18-13, 12:28 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,742
Posted By ninevictor

The frame and fork have eyelets for front and...

The frame and fork have eyelets for front and rear fenders and the frame has eyelets for a rear rack.
Forum: Commuting
08-16-13, 10:06 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,742
Posted By ninevictor

Ridefreemc, I like your taste in ultimate bikes! ...

Ridefreemc, I like your taste in ultimate bikes!

Here's my ultimate commuter:

KVA MS2 stainless steel frame
Gates Carbon Drive
Shimano Alfine 11 Di2
BB7 S Road disc brakes
Stan's ZTR Alpha...
Forum: Commuting
08-15-13, 12:25 PM
Replies: 15,721
Views: 12,477,905
Posted By ninevictor

Based on their contact phone numbers it appears...

Based on their contact phone numbers it appears they are still based in Colorado.
Forum: Commuting
08-15-13, 11:17 AM
Replies: 15,721
Views: 12,477,905
Posted By ninevictor

This latest iteration of the CarbonDrive sprocket...

This latest iteration of the CarbonDrive sprocket is designed to shed mud. Gates has a name for it but I haven't committed it to memory since my bike likely won't ever see mud.
Forum: Commuting
08-15-13, 10:56 AM
Replies: 15,721
Views: 12,477,905
Posted By ninevictor

Yes sir. Multimodal commute FTW.

Yes sir. Multimodal commute FTW.
Forum: Commuting
08-15-13, 10:56 AM
Replies: 15,721
Views: 12,477,905
Posted By ninevictor

According to Gates' FAQ, the belt will handle...

According to Gates' FAQ, the belt will handle winter pretty much anywhere. The belt has an operating temperature range of -65F to 185F ...
Forum: Commuting
08-15-13, 10:15 AM
Replies: 15,721
Views: 12,477,905
Posted By ninevictor

Big Ben's right. Southern California The...

Big Ben's right. Southern California

The picture is Los Angeles Union Station.
Forum: Commuting
08-14-13, 08:31 PM
Replies: 15,721
Views: 12,477,905
Posted By ninevictor

You won't regret it. I'm loving mine.

You won't regret it. I'm loving mine.
Forum: Commuting
08-14-13, 03:28 PM
Replies: 15,721
Views: 12,477,905
Posted By ninevictor

It's a Shimano groupset. They offer Di2 in...

It's a Shimano groupset. They offer Di2 in Dura-Ace, Ultegra and Alfine IGH. This is all I could find on the Shimano website: ...
Forum: Commuting
08-14-13, 03:25 PM
Replies: 15,721
Views: 12,477,905
Posted By ninevictor

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/49471-Com...

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/49471-Commuter-Bicycle-Pics?p=15960886&viewfull=1#post15960886
Forum: Commuting
08-14-13, 02:26 PM
Replies: 15,721
Views: 12,477,905
Posted By ninevictor

OK! =) The bike is a custom build by Zealot...

OK! =)

The bike is a custom build by Zealot Bikes out of Corona, CA. The frame is KVA MS2 stainless steel with Paragon Poly Drops designed for belt drive. The frame and fork have eyelets for...
Forum: Commuting
08-14-13, 01:03 PM
Replies: 15,721
Views: 12,477,905
Posted By ninevictor

Here's my new commuter: ...

Here's my new commuter:

https://lh4.googleusercontent.com/-Bldi_KboqWM/UgkBVOTlZEI/AAAAAAAAVyU/WLVbTginWJs/w1309-h982-no/IMG_20130812_075715.jpg
Forum: Southern California
01-12-13, 10:17 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,820
Posted By ninevictor

The Coyote Creek closure is tied to the I-5...

The Coyote Creek closure is tied to the I-5 widening project so don't expect that to be done until 2014.
Forum: Southern California
12-29-12, 07:52 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,802
Posted By ninevictor

Done! 290826

Done!

290826
Forum: Southern California
12-09-12, 12:07 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,170
Posted By ninevictor

Date of Ride: 12/8/2012 Type of Ride: DIY...

Date of Ride: 12/8/2012
Type of Ride: DIY Century
Recorded Mileage: 100 miles
Ride Time: 6h 10m
Total Time: 7h 47m
Altitude Climbed: approx. 5600 ft

Weather conditions: Foggy and overcast for...
Forum: Southern California
11-17-12, 09:12 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,170
Posted By ninevictor

Date of Ride: 11/17/2012 Type of Ride: DIY...

Date of Ride: 11/17/2012
Type of Ride: DIY Century
Recorded Mileage: 92 miles
Actual Mileage: 95 miles (as recorded by my riding partner's 800)
Ride Time: 6h 53m
Total Time: 9h 17m
Altitude...
Forum: Southern California
11-12-12, 12:56 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,170
Posted By ninevictor

Date of Ride: 11/10/2012 Type of Ride: Bike MS...

Date of Ride: 11/10/2012
Type of Ride: Bike MS Vegas Challenge
Actual Mileage: 100 miles
Ride Time: 6h 07m
Total Time: 9h 17m
Altitude Climbed: approx. 4200 ft

Weather conditions: High 30s at...
Forum: Southern California
10-21-12, 07:48 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,170
Posted By ninevictor

Date of Ride: 10/20/2012 Type of Ride: Bike MS...

Date of Ride: 10/20/2012
Type of Ride: Bike MS Bay to Bay Century
Actual Mileage: 100 miles
Ride Time: 5h 47m
Total Time: 7h 42m
Altitude Climbed: approx. 5100 ft

Weather conditions: Cool and...
Forum: Southern California
10-15-12, 09:47 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,128
Posted By ninevictor

If you're not criticizing anyone you might want...

If you're not criticizing anyone you might want to rethink your wording here. It sure sounds like you're implying that if one doesn't race they're a poser.

Simply put, CX isn't all that...
Forum: Southern California
10-15-12, 07:32 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,128
Posted By ninevictor

Something reeks of troll. Just because a...

Something reeks of troll. Just because a bicyclist chooses not to race does not mean they lack substance. Would you consider my 10K+ miles/year a lack of substance?
Forum: Southern California
10-12-12, 11:10 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 941
Posted By ninevictor

What were the road conditions like? I crashed in...

What were the road conditions like? I crashed in a similar fashion yesterday after making a right turn and having the front wheel slip out from under me due to slickened road paint from the rains...
Forum: Southern California
09-30-12, 09:27 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,170
Posted By ninevictor

Date of Ride: 9/29/2012 Type of Ride: Temecula...

Date of Ride: 9/29/2012
Type of Ride: Temecula Valley Century
Actual Mileage: 101 miles
Ride Time: 5h 44m
Total Time: 8h 34m
Altitude Climbed: approx. 9200 ft

Weather conditions: It was a...
Forum: Southern California
08-26-12, 10:36 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,170
Posted By ninevictor

Date of Ride: 8/25/2012 Type of Ride: DIY...

Date of Ride: 8/25/2012
Type of Ride: DIY Century
Actual Mileage: 95 miles
Ride Time: 5h 56m
Total Time: 8h 51m
Altitude Climbed: approx. 4400 ft

Weather conditions: Rode under overcast...
Forum: Southern California
08-04-12, 07:22 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,170
Posted By ninevictor

Date of Ride: 8/4/2012 Type of Ride: Tour de...

Date of Ride: 8/4/2012
Type of Ride: Tour de Big Bear
Actual Mileage: 97 miles
Ride Time: 5h 43m
Total Time: 6h 12m
Altitude Climbed: approx. 7600 ft

Weather conditions: Cool mountain morning...
Forum: Southern California
07-22-12, 11:06 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,170
Posted By ninevictor

Date of Ride: 7/22/2012 Type of Ride: DIY...

Date of Ride: 7/22/2012
Type of Ride: DIY Century
Actual Mileage: 112 miles
Ride Time: 6h 30m
Total Time: 8h 12m
Altitude Climbed: approx. 4200 ft
Weather conditions: Hot inland, marine layer...
Forum: Southern California
07-18-12, 01:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 545
Posted By ninevictor

It's closed due to the I-5 improvement project...

It's closed due to the I-5 improvement project that spans the trail. I believe the completion date for that project is sometime in 2014 so I don't anticipate the trail being reopened before then.
Forum: Southern California
07-11-12, 11:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 600
Posted By ninevictor

I'm making an educated guess and assuming you...

I'm making an educated guess and assuming you don't have a visor on your helmet but if you do, removing it reduces the amount you need to raise your head to look forward.

Visors on helmets look...
Forum: Southern California
06-30-12, 03:51 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,170
Posted By ninevictor

Date of Ride: 6/30/2012 Type of Ride: DIY...

Date of Ride: 6/30/2012
Type of Ride: DIY Century
Actual Mileage: 101 miles
Ride Time: 4h 58m
Total Time: 5h 06m
Altitude Climbed: approx. 3000 ft
Weather conditions: Clear and warm. ...
Forum: Southern California
06-10-12, 09:46 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,170
Posted By ninevictor

Date of Ride: 6/10/2012 Type of Ride: LA River...

Date of Ride: 6/10/2012
Type of Ride: LA River Ride
Actual Mileage: 108 miles
Ride Time: 6h 24m
Total Time: 8h 18m
Altitude Climbed: approx. 1900ft
Weather conditions: Started cool but warmed...
Forum: Southern California
05-26-12, 06:58 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,170
Posted By ninevictor

Date of Ride: 5/26/2012 Type of Ride: DIY...

Date of Ride: 5/26/2012
Type of Ride: DIY Century
Actual Mileage: 101 miles
Ride Time: 5h 48m
Total Time: 9h 17m
Altitude Climbed: approx. 4300ft
Weather conditions: Started cool but warmed up...
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