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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-19, 06:54 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,106
Posted By clubmanager

Thanks for that, I'll take it to heart. I can't...

Thanks for that, I'll take it to heart. I can't afford to get laid-up!
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-04-19, 07:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,201
Posted By clubmanager

Lowest priced version....D I think? Ride twice...

Lowest priced version....D I think? Ride twice this past weekend and really enjoyed it besides the wipeout I took 5 minutes into my first ride! Did much better the second day and while I’ve a long...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-04-19, 07:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,106
Posted By clubmanager

So, I gave the Scott to my Son because he was...

So, I gave the Scott to my Son because he was clearly lusting for it and I bought a new Santa Cruz Tallboy. Wiped out my first ride, second was incident free....with a couple close calls. Besides the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-30-19, 05:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,201
Posted By clubmanager

Bought a new Santa Cruz Tallboy yesterday and...

Bought a new Santa Cruz Tallboy yesterday and pickup later this week as the LBS is setting me up tubeless. Thanks for the help!
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-25-19, 10:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,670
Posted By clubmanager

Oops.....good to know. I may just buy slightly...

Oops.....good to know. I may just buy slightly used. Thanks!
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-25-19, 08:57 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,670
Posted By clubmanager

Thanks. Nothing in particular, still trying to...

Thanks. Nothing in particular, still trying to figure out what I want exactly. Last year, I found a brand new Niner Air 9 for a crazy low price at Jenson and didn't get it; didn't have the funds at...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-25-19, 05:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,670
Posted By clubmanager

Sales promotions timing

When do places like Jensen start having big sales promotions? I may hold off on buying if the big discounts are right around the corner.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-23-19, 02:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,106
Posted By clubmanager

Thanks for that. Twinlock missing made me suspect...

Thanks for that. Twinlock missing made me suspect of the seller but glad to hear it's normal. And being new, I'd likely not use it much (or correctly) for awhile anyway.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-22-19, 07:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,106
Posted By clubmanager

I’ve a huge week at work and after, aim going to...

I’ve a huge week at work and after, aim going to get it squared away. One thing strange, it doesn’t have the Twinlock system and from what I’ve read, all the Sparks have it. Granted, I’m so new I may...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-22-19, 03:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,106
Posted By clubmanager

Bought it for $1K and immediately hit a couple...

Bought it for $1K and immediately hit a couple trails with the boy; we had a blast! It was shifting funny in the middle of the rings, will have that checked but all else works perfectly.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-22-19, 11:41 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,106
Posted By clubmanager

We worked out an afternoon viewing today on the...

We worked out an afternoon viewing today on the Spark. In his ad, he said there was a lifetime warranty and the price was $1200. I checked and the warranty is for first buyer only and offered at most...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-22-19, 07:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,201
Posted By clubmanager

Bike was sold before I could get to see it. Back...

Bike was sold before I could get to see it. Back to the search! Thanks for the help y’all.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-21-19, 08:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,106
Posted By clubmanager

Yes! Between all the trail development and the...

Yes! Between all the trail development and the Greenway, I'm a fool to not take advantage. We did the 'Square to Square' ride last year (even though it was cancelled due to rain, my wife and I did it...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-20-19, 06:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,991
Posted By clubmanager

No, as with us humans he probably looked down and...

No, as with us humans he probably looked down and backwards like someone tripped him then looked around to see if anyone saw it ;)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-20-19, 05:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,991
Posted By clubmanager

How awesome. I’d love to see an Elk, let alone...

How awesome. I’d love to see an Elk, let alone one that fell down in the road!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-20-19, 03:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,106
Posted By clubmanager

That Niner is gone after all but I found a 2018...

That Niner is gone after all but I found a 2018 Scott Spark 970 dual suspension with Rockshox Judy Silver RL and X-Fusion RL shocks. Price seems great at $1200. Are those shocks in compliance with...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-20-19, 09:07 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,106
Posted By clubmanager

Hate to say it but I've no clue what terrain is...

Hate to say it but I've no clue what terrain is around here on the trails. My understanding is there's a mix of just about everything; location is Northwest Arkansas fwiw. Unless something pops up,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-20-19, 09:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,201
Posted By clubmanager

SRAM X9 fwiw.....would it be ridiculous to buy it...

SRAM X9 fwiw.....would it be ridiculous to buy it at full price ($900) and if needed, add a fork for around $350 or so later? I just don't see any $1200 bikes that seem on par but am happy to be...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-19-19, 06:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,106
Posted By clubmanager

Mtn Bike recommendations?

My 14 yr old son wants to ride and I do everything thing I can with him due to my crappy work schedule. I currently have a Salsa Marrakesh and will likely sell it for a Mountain Bike. Some...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-19-19, 04:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,201
Posted By clubmanager

It’s a 2016 frame, built in 2017. I know it has...

It’s a 2016 frame, built in 2017. I know it has been raced two seasons, has new tires. Bluebook is like $750 or so, wondering if the custom build improves on that sufficiently for asking price. Thank...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-19-19, 04:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,201
Posted By clubmanager

Please help me Value a custom built Niner

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/960x720/15f3a11b_33f9_46ed_bd1b_d5e5d4e853bc_f2958c60bbbdb0aef63af945dbcacf7f23979ea9.jpeg
Here's the build list fwiw.....selling for $900...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-23-18, 02:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,569
Posted By clubmanager

We were to ride in the ‘Square to Square’ ride...

We were to ride in the ‘Square to Square’ ride from Bentonville to Fayetteville AR but it was cancelled due to weather. My Wife and I decided to give it a go in spite of the cancellation and it...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-11-18, 01:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,569
Posted By clubmanager

Bought it! Tires are too good to change out just...

Bought it! Tires are too good to change out just yet, not sure if I'll take the fenders off or not. Going to ride it for awhile and see what hits me. Thanks for the info everyone, it's a great, great...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-11-18, 11:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,569
Posted By clubmanager

Pretty sure they are stock at 40mm. When they...

Pretty sure they are stock at 40mm. When they need replacement, I will likely lose the fenders and go as wide as I can.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-11-18, 09:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,569
Posted By clubmanager

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1600x1200/salsa_marrakesh_6b6cb198af3f6cc4da34320bac02e8ca8c40fe0a.jpg

Here it is.....riding it in 2 hours. Will advise what happens next!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-10-18, 11:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,084
Posted By clubmanager

Razorback Greenway?!

Razorback Greenway?!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-10-18, 11:33 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,569
Posted By clubmanager

Salsa Marrakesh experience/opinions?

Found one locally and after strongly considering Mountain Bikes, I'm coming to the conclusion that I may in fact need something more 'tourey'. I'm 55 and weigh 220, 5'10" with wide shoulders. Main...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-06-18, 04:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,060
Posted By clubmanager

Or, imagine taking the time to respond to a post...

Or, imagine taking the time to respond to a post with a non-response. Why waste your time unless you simply enjoy being ‘that guy’. Have a nice day.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-30-18, 02:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,060
Posted By clubmanager

Quick question, I rode it today and really...

Quick question, I rode it today and really dislike leaning so far forward. Do I just keep riding in the hopes it’s just my not being used to it or do I make the switch to a flat bar?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-30-18, 04:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,006
Posted By clubmanager

Found a local Twin Six Rando and after a grueling...

Found a local Twin Six Rando and after a grueling week of work (truly), I’m going no out today on my first ride with it. Can’t wait, love the look of it and expect I’ll keep it for a very long time.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-30-18, 04:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,060
Posted By clubmanager

Well, I needed up going in a completely different...

Well, I needed up going in a completely different direction and bought a Twin Six Rando locally available. Got it yesterday and heading out for a ride today; been working 12-20 hour days the last 4...
Forum: Fatbikes
07-27-18, 05:09 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,807
Posted By clubmanager

You could always do what’s recommended on several...

You could always do what’s recommended on several gun forums I frequent when asked similar questions about ‘which’ to buy......get both. Ride them both and decide which to keep, sell the other. Sure,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-24-18, 05:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,006
Posted By clubmanager

Have to say, I'm diggin' those Niner RLT's and...

Have to say, I'm diggin' those Niner RLT's and have found a couple interesting examples but the one I'm focused on is a nearly new 2018 2 Star and was used as a demo for $1500 delivered. Probably...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-24-18, 02:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,006
Posted By clubmanager

Bike Recommendations please

Hi,
Obviously a Newbie. I'm 55 and weigh 215 but am fairly fit; I lift and am on my feet a lot at work. I would like a bike for trips in the 20-30 mile range (75% on bike path/pavement) with a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-24-18, 11:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 981
Posted By clubmanager

Thanks much for the thoughtful reply. I think I'm...

Thanks much for the thoughtful reply. I think I'm gonna pass on the Kona; sounds a little too 'iffy' for someone who is knowledgeable and there's other deals out there. Also, we discussed blue book...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-24-18, 10:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 981
Posted By clubmanager

https://fayar.craigslist.org/bik/d/2016-kona-jake-...

https://fayar.craigslist.org/bik/d/2016-kona-jake-the-snake-like/6644327688.html

It says 2016 but I am pretty certain it's a 2015 model. The RLT is 2018 fwiw.....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-24-18, 10:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 981
Posted By clubmanager

The frames are both aluminum with carbon forks....

The frames are both aluminum with carbon forks. The Kona has Shimano 105 components, the Niner has Tiagra. I've not touched either one but the Kona is local and will check it out. But, being new to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-24-18, 10:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 981
Posted By clubmanager

Two bikes, need opinions

Both slightly used; 2015 Kona Jake the Snake at $900 local and Niner RLT 2 Star for $1450 delivered.

Simple question; is the Niner worth the extra money?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-22-18, 04:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,060
Posted By clubmanager

Yes, another ‘help me choose’ thread ;)

Narrowed it down to two bikes available nearby. 2015 Kona Jake the Snake and 2014 Cannondale SuperX; both have 105 more but considering the carbon frame and hydraulic brakes, I’m guessing that evens...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-18-13, 01:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 399
Posted By clubmanager

Ha! I kinda thought that would be the response! I...

Ha! I kinda thought that would be the response! I will likely do just that once the money dust settles....just spent $1200 on the wife's bike/stuff last night and now this. I suppose I could sell the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-18-13, 01:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 399
Posted By clubmanager

Thanks. I've an old Kona Caldera (with about 10...

Thanks. I've an old Kona Caldera (with about 10 miles on it) from 2001 that I'm going to do the trail stuff with so the brakes should work out ok for me on the Trek. I'm gonna put the road tires on...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-18-13, 11:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 399
Posted By clubmanager

....'shows', not 'shoes'....;)

....'shows', not 'shoes'....;)
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-18-13, 11:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 399
Posted By clubmanager

Deal or no deal?

2011 Trek Mamba Gary Fisher with no wear ( ridden 3 times and it shoes) with extra wheels that have road tires, never used except when I test drove. $550
It's 19" and I rode it, the mech disc brakes...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-17-13, 02:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 582
Posted By clubmanager

Yeah, I'm skipping that one entirely. Right now,...

Yeah, I'm skipping that one entirely. Right now, it's between the Giant listed above and this Trek Mamba I found.
http://cleveland.craigslist.org/bik/3921635872.html

I need some road wheels, it's...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-17-13, 01:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 582
Posted By clubmanager

Going to see the Giant XTC tomorrow and if that...

Going to see the Giant XTC tomorrow and if that doesn't work out, I'm just gonna concentrate on a new bike. Looking at Giant Roam 2, Specialized Crosstrail Sport Disc and Trek Mamba which is on sale....
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-17-13, 07:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 582
Posted By clubmanager

Or this one? Ridden once and comes with lights,...

Or this one? Ridden once and comes with lights, water bottle and computer for $500.http://mountain-bikes.findthebest.com/l/606/2011-Felt-Q620
http://cleveland.craigslist.org/bik/3883535884.html
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-17-13, 07:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 582
Posted By clubmanager

When trying to schedule a test ride of the Jamis,...

When trying to schedule a test ride of the Jamis, the guy told me he was lowering the price to $450 because the shock was leaking air. Seems strange to me considering it's age and supposed amount of...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-17-13, 05:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 582
Posted By clubmanager

Narrowing it down.....

This has two sets of pedals, three sets of tires including road tires, upgraded parts including the Fox fork and some carbon fiber stuff like the bar, bar ends, seatpost and owned/maintained by a...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
07-16-13, 10:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,718
Posted By clubmanager

Thanks for the info. He says the seat is at it's...

Thanks for the info. He says the seat is at it's lowest point so I think I should be good to go....will let everyone know in a couple days after I see it...and hopefully buy it! I'm also looking at...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-16-13, 08:32 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 483
Posted By clubmanager

Felt Q620 2012, brand new with extras for $500....do it? Or, other choices listed

He's ridden it once and has lights and other doo-dads with it. He says he paid $1200 at LBS but I think the MSRP is $699? Anyway, when I sprung that on him, he lowered the $600 price to $500 which is...
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