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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-05-24, 09:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,585
Posted By Joeyseven

Jerman went Awol. wonder what and if what frame...

Jerman went Awol. wonder what and if what frame they bought.

Prices keep dropping on frames and bikes.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-20-23, 10:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,544
Posted By Joeyseven

That sucks, the stem is already 120. Plus as...

That sucks, the stem is already 120. Plus as posted the stack got higher and the reach looks shorter compared to model X.
However, I believe the shorter reach is the result of the changes in the ST...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-07-23, 05:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,585
Posted By Joeyseven

Thanks for the feedback, yes I'm still just...

Thanks for the feedback, yes I'm still just looking. I would have to order the Headlands online, as most Marin dealers I called or emailed do not stock it. I must say Marin CS was great when I just...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-07-23, 04:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,585
Posted By Joeyseven

I agree, I'm finding all kinds of deals, and they...

I agree, I'm finding all kinds of deals, and they should get better.
I'm about to pull the trigger on a Marin HEADLANDS, the geometry is almost perfect for my long torso body and what I currently...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-05-23, 01:46 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,585
Posted By Joeyseven

That is a nice frame with the adjust its rear...

That is a nice frame with the adjust its rear center by up to 15mm
As long as it fits and is it close to the geometry you are looking for.

The AO has a unique geometry. Being 188 with a long...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-23, 02:47 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,180
Posted By Joeyseven

From the OP article link My 2016...

From the OP article link



My 2016 Raleigh Tamland 2 has FC 6800 46/36 175 NE cranks that are on the list.
Also, have two new(still in the box) Ultegra hollow tech cranks that I bought many...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-01-23, 11:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,295
Posted By Joeyseven

This about the same use I'm looking for on one of...

This about the same use I'm looking for on one of my gravel bikes.
Order one to test out .

Thanks for the feedback and review,
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-29-22, 07:47 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,880
Posted By Joeyseven

I have been very happy with the RC520 105 I...

I have been very happy with the RC520 105 I bought last year.
Mostly 105, external bottom bracket a little on the heavy side, but I l already have an extra lighter wheelset and just going to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-25-21, 09:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,388
Posted By Joeyseven

I prefer 2x gearing if riding mostly on the road....

I prefer 2x gearing if riding mostly on the road.
Stock is out or so low on so many bikes. I was looking at Marin and a few other gravel type bikes to ride about the same as you 70/30 road to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-21, 01:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,764
Posted By Joeyseven

Oh joy, I bought these same cranks, which btw...

Oh joy,
I bought these same cranks, which btw are very nice.
The good news is my BB30 are almost new on my Fuji and should not need replacing when I switch crankset.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-21, 06:11 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,125,234
Posted By Joeyseven

Beautiful Vintage MacNeil Lugged steel frame road...

Beautiful Vintage MacNeil Lugged steel frame road bike. - $110 Portland, OregonI know nothing about this bike brand seems like a good deal....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-06-21, 09:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,328
Posted By Joeyseven

I wanted to test ride the Marin Gestalt X10 and...

I wanted to test ride the Marin Gestalt X10 and called around and no dealer had one in stock in my size or maybe any size. :lol:
So I ended up buying a Triban 105 road bike for $1200 as a mostly...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-05-21, 03:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,884
Posted By Joeyseven

Yeah, I meant traffic lights and cameras. But I...

Yeah, I meant traffic lights and cameras. But I just read in another forum they may and most likely be traffic sensors that look like cameras.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-03-21, 08:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,913
Posted By Joeyseven

No report yet, but I just picked up a few tires I...

No report yet, but I just picked up a few tires I plan to ride mostly on the pavement
Maxxis Receptor EXO/TR 700c Gravel Tire 700 x 40mm from Biketires direct had them in stock with a 20% off...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-21, 10:44 AM
Replies: 3,140
Views: 936,834
Posted By Joeyseven

Never heard of Kuota. I asked and Kuota is...

Never heard of Kuota.
I asked and Kuota is Canadian and these cranks are made in Taiwan. But I just see bicycles on their site.
Also found another Kuota bicycle in Germany. Maybe they moved,as the...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-02-21, 11:24 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,641
Posted By Joeyseven

Cannondale doesn’t know what they are talking...

Cannondale doesn’t know what they are talking about ?:lol: What city are you in?
Tell her to call Cannondale and get their fitting charts right. ;) Really I would just move on, I'm sure Cannondale...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-21, 09:05 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,775
Posted By Joeyseven

Here is an interesting write-up on the Bend...

Here is an interesting write-up on the Bend thru-axles. Not sure if it the same on the polygon-strattos-s5-disc


https://cyclingtips.com/2016/11/polygon-bikes-bend-rv-gravel-bike-review/
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-21, 10:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,775
Posted By Joeyseven

The brand is not well known, at least not here in...

The brand is not well known, at least not here in the US. I agree with Popey16 as I could see this bike becoming popular if they have the stock.
It looks like the trade-off if you want a sub $1500...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-29-21, 12:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,789
Posted By Joeyseven

Nice bike nice fine and find. Is that a Brooks...

Nice bike nice fine and find. Is that a Brooks and did it come with that saddle? Marin bikes are so underrated,
And their gravel, Beyond road selection is one of the best.
I got my eye on a DSX and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-21, 01:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,948
Posted By Joeyseven

Agree, the shop never should have sold you this...

Agree, the shop never should have sold you this frame even though it might just be cosmetic. You pay top $ for a new bike and that is what you should receive.
I would not even buy it at a small...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-27-21, 08:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,892
Posted By Joeyseven

I really like the Triban GRVL 520 and wish they...

I really like the Triban GRVL 520 and wish they sold their gravel bikes in the USA. I'm also bias, as I just picked up a Triban 520 a few days ago and only rode it around the block so far, but it...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-27-21, 03:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,079
Posted By Joeyseven

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1280x853/test_triban_rc_520_1280x853_4eb2e990f466eded81edcd78933d92fb570e2000.jpg

For the price I like the
Triban RC520 105 11 speed from...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-23-21, 12:05 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,884
Posted By Joeyseven

Also one thing about Salem it is very spread out ...

Also one thing about Salem it is very spread out with lots of lights and cameras . Maybe I'm just use to a small town.
I'm also going to be looking into gravel routes around the general same area...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-18-21, 10:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,884
Posted By Joeyseven

Been awhile since I rode in Salem. Some nice bike...

Been awhile since I rode in Salem. Some nice bike paths west of downtown.
Some good shops downtown, The Bike Peddler is my favorite. Never joined a bike club.
I would avoid the two lane HWYs roads...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-21, 11:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,174
Posted By Joeyseven

I never read the whole manual, but it sounds like...

I never read the whole manual, but it sounds like they are trying to cover their butt.
Did your GT Aggressor have 29" or 27.5" wheels? What is your bike inseam?
Do not give up, almost everyone has...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-21, 04:12 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,174
Posted By Joeyseven

GT Aggressor SOH is kind of on the high side...

GT Aggressor SOH is kind of on the high side compared to some other brands.
I also have a short inseam for my height, but do not ride my mountain bike much.

For me , the GT Aggressor sizing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-21, 01:27 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,030
Posted By Joeyseven

The store in Emeryville, California is open. Bad...

The store in Emeryville, California is open. Bad news is they only carry a small fraction of bikes available at their Uk stores.

Was kind of interested in
Triban RC 520 Gravel Riding Bike (Same...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-13-21, 11:48 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,861
Posted By Joeyseven

What components did your bicycle come with and...

What components did your bicycle come with and what size fork steerer tube or stem size?
My old 8sp Backroads has a 1" fork steer tube , not sure of the year it was made.

Yes it is a 56 ( large)...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-21, 08:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,684
Posted By Joeyseven

This bike and the Poseidon X was getting a lot of...

This bike and the Poseidon X was getting a lot of buzz when I started looking at gravel type bikes again a few months ago.

I almost pulled the trigger and bought into the so call hype . I was...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-13-21, 05:08 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,730
Posted By Joeyseven

I like the State 6061 Black Label geometry and...

I like the State 6061 Black Label geometry and all carbon fork. Would like more info on the wheels and what bottom bracket.
The components are rebranded Sensah 1x groupset. I agree you should like...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-12-21, 12:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,861
Posted By Joeyseven

I bought a used titanium bicycle off Craiglist...

I bought a used titanium bicycle off Craiglist awhile back for around $300.
It had the B titanium headtube badge but no other signs of what brand it was.
The seller listed it as Bontrager , but...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-10-21, 09:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 17,035
Posted By Joeyseven

I'm about the same size. A little more length on...

I'm about the same size. A little more length on both measurements.
Knowing what I like in sizing and ride about 40/60 , I would lean more toward a large and add to the stem if needed.

I still...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-25-21, 11:59 PM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 315,048
Posted By Joeyseven

I been meaning to buy some new clipless pedals...

I been meaning to buy some new clipless pedals for my gravel bicycle. Thanks for posting.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-21, 03:27 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,988
Posted By Joeyseven

I have never bought a bike/frame from Aliexpress...

I have never bought a bike/frame from Aliexpress . Maybe some bar tape years ago.
Did not a see a geometry chart,. Is this a road or endurance bike?



Here is one member I found that has a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-21, 08:52 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,362
Posted By Joeyseven

I really like what Cannondale did with the newer...

I really like what Cannondale did with the newer Synapse. Room for wider tires, a little longer wheelbase and thru-axle to name a few changes.
But I really do not need another bicycle right now...
Forum: Northern California
04-10-21, 03:14 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 15,088
Posted By Joeyseven

Been another very dry year here. Another drought...

Been another very dry year here. Another drought year. :(
I'm already reading about small wildfires in both North and South California.
If I (we) do not already have enough to worry about.

I'm...
Forum: Northern California
04-10-21, 02:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,608
Posted By Joeyseven

Thanks Garners brothers sounds more familiar....

Thanks
Garners brothers sounds more familiar. Wow, looks like you still own the Stella . :thumb:
I'll have to research the brand latter.

My first road bike was a blue Schwinn my Dad bought me...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-10-21, 02:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 9,370
Posted By Joeyseven

Not sure if I ever seen another gravel bike with...

Not sure if I ever seen another gravel bike with such geometry. I'm sure it works for a lot of riders , but not for me.
I rather ride more upright as I get older and ridding off road.
Going to have...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-21, 11:54 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,362
Posted By Joeyseven

I figure I would just post here first and see if...

I figure I would just post here first and see if a few of my questions about the Cannondale Synapse can be answered.

I'm looking at a used 2014 Cannondale synapse alloy 105 10 speed disc 58cm @...
Forum: Northern California
04-09-21, 04:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,608
Posted By Joeyseven

Went to this bike shop a few times when I lived ...

Went to this bike shop a few times when I lived in Redwood City many many years ago.
Was it always Goride bicycles? I do not recall it being the name of the shop maybe 20+ years ago.

Sorry to...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-30-21, 07:09 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 14,946
Posted By Joeyseven

The Fairdale Goodship 4130 Chromoly frame with...

The Fairdale Goodship 4130 Chromoly frame with carbon fork with SRAM Force 22 was very light for a steel road bicycle.
Fairdale Only made this model for two years .Never seen a used one for sale,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-26-21, 04:27 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 72,893
Posted By Joeyseven

I'm 6' 2 1/2" long torso and my bike inseam is...

I'm 6' 2 1/2" long torso and my bike inseam is around 32.5".
I was looking at the Poseidon Redwood as the X is sold out right now.
The TT and HT seem really short on the large and XL ,making the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-20, 09:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,772
Posted By Joeyseven

The Breezer is more of a gravel/ adventure bike...

The Breezer is more of a gravel/ adventure bike with some of their complete bikes running 700x45 tires.
Sure you can ride it on the road, I ride my Tamland on the road all the time.

You are...
Forum: Northern California
12-31-19, 01:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,349
Posted By Joeyseven

Kyle What type of bicycle you going be riding...

Kyle
What type of bicycle you going be riding and also maybe tires? I ask because some routes do turn to dirt or gravel road.
And South or North shore or it does it not matter?
And going back down...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-19, 02:39 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,337
Posted By Joeyseven

The OP brings up a lot of good info. Accell...

The OP brings up a lot of good info.
Accell really dropped the ball.I do not know what their plan was if any.Was it to become a online sales only store?
Because they burnt many bridges with the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-19, 02:58 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,125,234
Posted By Joeyseven

beautiful.I kind of hate posting the one...

beautiful.I kind of hate posting the one below,but it is from a different area,and buyer might take less,as it looks like it needs some work.
Another Klein but a Quantum Race" bike from the mid 90's...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-25-19, 01:49 AM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,185,213
Posted By Joeyseven

Nice ... enjoy and good choice. Paint job looks...

Nice ... enjoy and good choice.
Paint job looks close to my 2018 allez elite ,but a little darker .And the Allez has some rocket red forks and seat stays.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-11-19, 11:21 PM
Replies: 2,064
Views: 182,839
Posted By Joeyseven

I did not see this posted any place after I did a...

I did not see this posted any place after I did a few searches . Not a racer.but I live in Auburn and seen this posted on FB. bummer Now someone might quote me and direct me to a post already about ...
Forum: Northern California
09-11-19, 10:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,922
Posted By Joeyseven

Kind of late.But I use to live in Foresthill...

Kind of late.But I use to live in Foresthill about 15 years ago.

But I believe I did the Iowa hill ride once, very steep. This was about 15-20 years ago and before I had better gearing for climbs....
Forum: Introductions
04-14-19, 09:39 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 605
Posted By Joeyseven

I guess you survived the great flood of 2019?: ...

I guess you survived the great flood of 2019?:

always wanted to check out the Corvallis Bicycle Collective (http://corvallisbikes.org/),but always never seem to be in the area when they are open....
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