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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-02-17, 07:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,623
Posted By themishmosh

ive gotten better wheelsets for two different...

ive gotten better wheelsets for two different hybrids. much lighter than stock wheels. i can see how acceleration may be better but in the end my performance for my rides were not appreciably...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-02-17, 06:07 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,623
Posted By themishmosh

+1. I would definitely look into nicer tires. ...

+1. I would definitely look into nicer tires. Otherwise the wheelset isn't going to make a whole lot of difference for most people.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-25-17, 01:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,740
Posted By themishmosh

I have gone through numerous different tires. ...

I have gone through numerous different tires. They don't make much difference.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-24-17, 01:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,740
Posted By themishmosh

That's what I'm saying. Lighter components,...

That's what I'm saying.

Lighter components, including rims, etc. I have seen a paltry 0-0.5mph difference, much to the dismay of my wallet. It's fun modifying your bike so I can't say it's a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-24-17, 12:36 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,740
Posted By themishmosh

I am 1-1.5 mph faster on my...

I am 1-1.5 mph faster on my hybrid-converted-to-drop-bar road bike, than my hybrid for rides around 16-20 miles. It's certainly a much bigger difference than component upgrades on the same bike but...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-24-17, 12:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,442
Posted By themishmosh

I'd look into a Narrow Wide chainring and forget...

I'd look into a Narrow Wide chainring and forget the chain guide. Not sure what are the largest sizes available though...44T?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-18-16, 07:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 15,923
Posted By themishmosh

I did the same thing for my Marin hybrid. But I...

I did the same thing for my Marin hybrid. But I replaced the V-brakes with cantilever brakes. Definitely enjoy the multiple hand positions of the drop bar. My motivation was I had two hybrid bikes...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-19-16, 11:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,877
Posted By themishmosh

Bike, even hybrids, cannot be all things. My...

Bike, even hybrids, cannot be all things.

My starter hybrid I have optioned out many times but now it's just a laid back rider with platform pedals, relaxed seating position.

My expensive...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-30-15, 11:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 13,274
Posted By themishmosh

+1. Start thinking modest upgrades when...

+1.

Start thinking modest upgrades when things where out. Upgrading parts piecemeal is a sure road to spending a lot of money that would be better spent on a new bike.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-30-15, 08:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,375
Posted By themishmosh

I tend to think bigger is not necessarily better....

I tend to think bigger is not necessarily better. The larger the rotor, the more likelihood that you will encounter rubbing issues simply from deviation from true. Hope that's not the case for you....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-20-15, 07:27 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 19,000
Posted By themishmosh

I have a 1x setup. I do not run a wide range...

I have a 1x setup. I do not run a wide range cassette simply because I don't encounter hilly terrain all that often. The main benefit is simplicity. It is very liberating only having to worry...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-18-15, 01:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,557
Posted By themishmosh

+1. Very solid, durable pedals.

+1. Very solid, durable pedals.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-14-15, 10:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,603
Posted By themishmosh

If possible, get a road bike to go with that...

If possible, get a road bike to go with that bike. Bikes cannot be all things, although hybrids do an admirable job trying. Ultimately, no matter what you do, you will probably not be completely...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-09-15, 08:52 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 15,365
Posted By themishmosh

I run 28mm in front and 32mm in the rear. Like...

I run 28mm in front and 32mm in the rear. Like it a lot.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-29-15, 11:35 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 74,654
Posted By themishmosh

Thanks for the pics!!! That bike looks super...

Thanks for the pics!!! That bike looks super clean and sweet! Congrats!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-02-15, 01:23 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,586
Posted By themishmosh

I would expect to have a discount off MSRP for...

I would expect to have a discount off MSRP for year-end closeouts.

I bought a new Trek in the spring and paid MSRP. But my dealer was willing to swap tire sizes and install a kickstand for no...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-22-15, 10:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,286
Posted By themishmosh

I have to agree with avidone1. Just an unforseen...

I have to agree with avidone1. Just an unforseen bizarre event.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-15, 05:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,675
Posted By themishmosh

Which derailleur are you talking about? Front or...

Which derailleur are you talking about? Front or rear or both? And by "load" I hope you don't mean too much load. Best to shift under a light pedal.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-15, 09:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,712
Posted By themishmosh

I personally would keep the road bike and change...

I personally would keep the road bike and change the stem length, height and angle for more upright posture. The drop bar for me has so many hand positions that it is a huge boon for long rides.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-23-15, 07:43 PM
Replies: 322
Views: 83,565
Posted By themishmosh

You should try it with the seat tilted down not...

You should try it with the seat tilted down not up! Ouch!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-02-15, 11:48 AM
Replies: 322
Views: 83,565
Posted By themishmosh

+1. Sweet indeed.

+1. Sweet indeed.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-15, 02:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,162
Posted By themishmosh

It is very redundant. I have two hybrids that...

It is very redundant. I have two hybrids that after tweaking were more or less the same type of bike. I decided to convert one to drop bar. If I were you, think about a drop bar road bike. If you...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-29-15, 08:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,076
Posted By themishmosh

He probably just needs to get better. I doubt...

He probably just needs to get better. I doubt going with a granny gear is going to all of the sudden allow him to hang with you (unless he can't even make it up a hill).
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-07-15, 10:36 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 21,755
Posted By themishmosh

Sweet bike and I love what you did with it!!! ...

Sweet bike and I love what you did with it!!! :thumb:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-26-15, 11:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,844
Posted By themishmosh

You can keep your $10-20 a year and I'll keep my...

You can keep your $10-20 a year and I'll keep my 10 speed!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-06-15, 09:20 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 29,039
Posted By themishmosh

I'm with you brother. Disc brakes can be finicky...

I'm with you brother. Disc brakes can be finicky and noisy. I think disc pads are a big time scam. Why do they cost as much as some car brake pads??? My Avid BB7s squeel like a pig when wet and I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-25-14, 06:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,795
Posted By themishmosh

I dunno. I would think a carbon bike would be...

I dunno. I would think a carbon bike would be completely black under the paint unless the primer is white.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-25-14, 05:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,795
Posted By themishmosh

"street look" to avoid getting stolen? If that's...

"street look" to avoid getting stolen? If that's true, could be a good buy. But if it's "street look" because of street abuse, that's a whole different story. Basically, are those scratches or is...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-22-14, 03:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,767
Posted By themishmosh

I would ride it first to get a feel for what it...

I would ride it first to get a feel for what it is. Then decide what you don't like about it and pimp that mutha out!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-09-14, 04:41 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 14,146
Posted By themishmosh

Like I said, there is a limit to what we...

Like I said, there is a limit to what we individually can do. No amount of training will make you like Lance Armstrong.

I used to pedal at 14mph avg. Bike setup now makes me 16.5mph where I have...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-09-14, 01:01 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 14,146
Posted By themishmosh

I always LOL when I hear it's the engine and not...

I always LOL when I hear it's the engine and not the bike. The bike makes a huge difference. My personal experience is that even after several years of enthusiastic riding, you will level off to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-08-14, 04:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 18,970
Posted By themishmosh

I would much prefer an 11 speed drivetrain. ...

I would much prefer an 11 speed drivetrain. Besides that, the Expert Carbon is one of the best looking flat bar road bikes I have ever laid my eyes on.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-07-14, 04:53 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,053
Posted By themishmosh

Oh, I know. But do they really take the time to...

Oh, I know. But do they really take the time to adjust stem height? Different stem lengths? Different seat? Crank arm length? There is just so much more to it than adjusting seatpost.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-07-14, 03:57 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,053
Posted By themishmosh

I think your story contradicts that advice. The...

I think your story contradicts that advice. The way a bike for sale in a shop is setup is generic and arbitrary--likely won't be optimal for you. Picking what feels best among a bunch of candidates...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-04-14, 12:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,101
Posted By themishmosh

Indiana? Come on dude! In any case, that...

Indiana? Come on dude!

In any case, that does bring up a good question about fenders. I would definitely want fenders for a winter bike.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-02-14, 08:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,101
Posted By themishmosh

Congrats! I dig the lines on that thing. Weight...

Congrats! I dig the lines on that thing. Weight is not bad considering it has disc brakes. Overall, a great purchase! Seems almost too nice for a winter beater!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-02-14, 05:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,743
Posted By themishmosh

22" seems fine. Going back to the numbness...

22" seems fine.

Going back to the numbness part, it is probably one of the top two complaints in bicycling. Even with optimal fit, people will still complain of numbess, particularly the longer...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-26-14, 01:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,881
Posted By themishmosh

A 2013 Trek 7.7 msrp $1850. $1400 is about a 25%...

A 2013 Trek 7.7 msrp $1850. $1400 is about a 25% discount. Up to you whether that is worth it. To me, that is definitely used condition (scratches, brake surface).
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-23-14, 11:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,772
Posted By themishmosh

I think it just takes a while to get used to the...

I think it just takes a while to get used to the riding when you are starting out. From experience, I went through several seats and a different set of grips. Now I ride a road bike seat and the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-21-14, 10:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,196
Posted By themishmosh

After the first couple of months and 1 or 2...

After the first couple of months and 1 or 2 falls, you will probably never fall again.

I had Shimano SPD, then SPD-SL, and now Speedplay Light Action. They were all pretty good but in terms of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-20-14, 07:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,441
Posted By themishmosh

You would seriously choose an aluminum frame bike...

You would seriously choose an aluminum frame bike over carbon/composite when you are looking for comfort? Doesn't make any sense. Still, if you feel a particular bike fits you best, then that's...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-19-14, 08:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,218
Posted By themishmosh

Carbon handlebars do soften the ride...

Carbon handlebars do soften the ride somewhat--just as carbon forks and frames do. How much? Really only a little. Maybe even borderline perceptable. Still, if you have the time, inclination and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-16-14, 05:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,537
Posted By themishmosh

My cheap-arse Vuelta XRP Pro Superlites will...

My cheap-arse Vuelta XRP Pro Superlites will destroy any of the fancy-pants uber rims/hubs you are considering.

ummm, maybe or maybe not. Just thought I'd throw them out as an alternative. I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-16-14, 03:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,842
Posted By themishmosh

If you want a more aero posture similar to a road...

If you want a more aero posture similar to a road bike, lowering the handlebars can get you there. You do add some pressure to the hands when doing so I'd recommend long bar ends for more hand...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-14-14, 04:00 PM
Replies: 7,842
Views: 2,907,557
Posted By themishmosh

Weird picture!!! The rear wheel looks monstrous...

Weird picture!!! The rear wheel looks monstrous compared to the front. I'm sure it's just an illusion...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-14-14, 03:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,797
Posted By themishmosh

7.6 most definitely. Not sure how a shop can...

7.6 most definitely. Not sure how a shop can have a brand new 2011 though!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-13-14, 06:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 14,384
Posted By themishmosh

I was a big 28mm front and rear believer. But...

I was a big 28mm front and rear believer. But after switching to 32mm in the rear (keeping 28mm in front), I've got to say that it still feels agile but is at least as fast and definitely more...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-13-14, 06:32 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 12,053
Posted By themishmosh

That looks hella stylish. Kudos!

That looks hella stylish. Kudos!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-13-14, 03:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,441
Posted By themishmosh

105 on the scott is only for crank and rear...

105 on the scott is only for crank and rear derailleur only. Tiagra on those would be fine. Scott uses Tiagra level shifters--higher grade shifters can make a real difference but few mfg are...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-12-14, 05:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,528
Posted By themishmosh

I don't think a new crank will do much on a 5...

I don't think a new crank will do much on a 5 year old bike. I think you already hit a major advance going with the trigger shifters. I think the higher end shifters make for a better experience. ...
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