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Forum: Recreational & Family
09-03-19, 07:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,682
Posted By rEVOLVED

I'm always looking for a challenge. Of course, if...

I'm always looking for a challenge. Of course, if the fixie was too much of a load on my knees and I was miserable, I would move the trailer to my mountain bike, or I'd purchase a city bike. As for...
Forum: Recreational & Family
09-02-19, 07:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,682
Posted By rEVOLVED

Newish Parents, Seeking Advice

Hello, and thanks for reading! I'll try to be brief. My wife and I (28 and 30 years old, respectively) would like to get back into cycling with our two young daughters, 3 and almost 2. I have a basic...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-30-18, 09:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,225
Posted By rEVOLVED

Sounds like I'll be looking for something used!...

Sounds like I'll be looking for something used! Honestly, I REALLY appreciate you chiming in about the safety for my daughter. I would have googled it first, but you just saved me a bunch of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-30-18, 12:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,569
Posted By rEVOLVED

New Bike for Wife

Posted this in rec/family, but I think it might be better suited here. Thanks!

Hey, gang! I've been hanging on the FG/SS side of the forum for a while, and am now looking for a new bike for my...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-30-18, 12:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,225
Posted By rEVOLVED

New Bike for Wife

Hey, gang! I've been hanging on the FG/SS side of the forum for a while, and am now looking for a new bike for my wife. She knows how to ride a bike, but that's about as far as her experience goes. I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-19-18, 10:31 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 10,134
Posted By rEVOLVED

Please do post back throughout this issue. I'm...

Please do post back throughout this issue. I'm sure most of us are curious to see how this all gets managed by Wabi. Sorry about your new bike.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-14-18, 02:14 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,798
Posted By rEVOLVED

Thank you for clarifying this! I could have sworn...

Thank you for clarifying this! I could have sworn that formula hubs had a different cutout on the flanges.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-12-18, 06:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,380
Posted By rEVOLVED

What kind of foot retention are you using?

What kind of foot retention are you using?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-12-18, 01:49 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,798
Posted By rEVOLVED

This little blurb basically sounds amazing to me!...

This little blurb basically sounds amazing to me! I like that simplistic approach, at least as a starting point. One school of though that appeals to me is putting on compact drops with a pretty...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-12-18, 12:00 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,798
Posted By rEVOLVED

SquidPuppet, thanks for your advice. I never...

SquidPuppet, thanks for your advice. I never thought about the importance of changing the bars first. Maybe this will be my first step. And then I can adjust from there. Out of curiosity, I'd love to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-12-18, 11:12 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,798
Posted By rEVOLVED

When I last spoke with Matt at Wabi, he suggested...

When I last spoke with Matt at Wabi, he suggested a 58 frame with a 120 stem, or 130 if I wanted to be more aggressive. I currently ride a 57 with a stem length of 80. I sent him my competitive...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-11-18, 08:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,798
Posted By rEVOLVED

Lightning SE?! Dang, ******! I'm just looking at...

Lightning SE?! Dang, ******! I'm just looking at the classic/road.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-11-18, 04:22 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,798
Posted By rEVOLVED

Thanks! I appreciate your thoughts. Just got back...

Thanks! I appreciate your thoughts. Just got back from a 25 mile ride and definitely need to figure out my next purchase soon. The Pista mostly gets my needs met, but I am not in love. The new 25c...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-11-18, 10:14 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,798
Posted By rEVOLVED

Damn! So the price tag is just for the brand...

Damn! So the price tag is just for the brand name? I think MSRP is $770. The steel on the Pista isn't that good?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-11-18, 09:32 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,798
Posted By rEVOLVED

My Bianchi Thoughts

My first and only FG is a Bianchi Pista that I found on CL for $200 last year. I finally got some new tires on it last night (25c Rubino), which was my first ever tire change. Feeling pretty...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-08-18, 09:42 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,124
Posted By rEVOLVED

I'm still new to bikes in general, and more so to...

I'm still new to bikes in general, and more so to fixed gears. Good thing they are simpler than the AL geared road bike I started on. Much shallower learning curve so far. Still, I have only just...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-08-18, 01:46 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,124
Posted By rEVOLVED

Pardon my lack of knowledge... What separates an...

Pardon my lack of knowledge... What separates an all-road fixed gear from the rest of the pack? The riding conditions you mentioned sound like my ideal ride. So I want to make sure I pursue the ideal...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-07-18, 12:53 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,124
Posted By rEVOLVED

Thanks, Squid. I will definitely have several...

Thanks, Squid. I will definitely have several more questions when it comes time to do a realistic upgrade. In the meantime, I'm open see to anyone else's awesome steel fixed gears.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-07-18, 11:59 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,124
Posted By rEVOLVED

We might have to talk more. I love that Mercian...

We might have to talk more. I love that Mercian you posted. Great looking bike. And this is exactly what I wanted from this thread. Just super cool steel frame bikes that a newer rider like myself...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-07-18, 11:57 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,124
Posted By rEVOLVED

I see what you mean. Overall, I just don't have...

I see what you mean. Overall, I just don't have enough riding experience to speak to most of this. I just wanted to see what kind of responses this thread produced. I'm riding a $200 craigslist...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-06-18, 05:05 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,124
Posted By rEVOLVED

I appreciate your questions. I meant this thread...

I appreciate your questions. I meant this thread to be more of a "dream frame" type situation. From what I've researched, I think a Wabi Road will fit my needs and budget quite nicely. But I wanted...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-06-18, 12:41 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,124
Posted By rEVOLVED

I totally see what you are saying. It's not like...

I totally see what you are saying. It's not like I'm dying to spend $3,000 on a frame. But am I limiting myself if I assume a wabi vs. steamroller mentality?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-06-18, 12:29 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 12,124
Posted By rEVOLVED

Best Frame Ever

Hey, guys! I've been long wanting a Wabi classic, which I believe is now the Wabi Road. I was thinking it was the gold standard for my price range. As I read and look more, I'm curious about the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-14-18, 03:39 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,740
Posted By rEVOLVED

I have the HCW-5. Looks like I'll grab an SR-18...

I have the HCW-5. Looks like I'll grab an SR-18 or something similar and a HCW-17.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-14-18, 02:30 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,740
Posted By rEVOLVED

I'd love to have the proper tools, but I mainly...

I'd love to have the proper tools, but I mainly don't know what to get. I'm still confused on chain whips being 1/8 or 3/32, and I have a Park Took wrench that I thought was for cogs but is actually...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-14-18, 01:29 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,740
Posted By rEVOLVED

I have NO tools. Which sucks. Or no "bike" tools....

I have NO tools. Which sucks. Or no "bike" tools. Have the basic wrenches and sockets, but I'll need a spanner and chain whip, and whatever else is needed to fix chain length.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-13-18, 09:52 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,740
Posted By rEVOLVED

I want to try to end up in the 68-70 gear inch...

I want to try to end up in the 68-70 gear inch range. It almost seems cheaper to buy a new chain ring since I can replace that easier with no tools than a cog. With a replacement cog, I'm paying at...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-10-18, 09:53 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,740
Posted By rEVOLVED

Going to try and not start a new thread since...

Going to try and not start a new thread since that seems silly... Sorry to sort of resurrect this one.

I've decided that simply swapping my 16t cog for a 17t will make little difference, and I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-10-18, 09:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,014
Posted By rEVOLVED

Some of State's frames are indeed 4130, but they...

Some of State's frames are indeed 4130, but they are nowhere near the same quality as Surly. If you can afford the Steamroller, and you know that you are going to love owning a fixed gear, go for it!...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-30-18, 03:47 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,740
Posted By rEVOLVED

Yeah, my chain is currently 1/8. The 1/8 whip...

Yeah, my chain is currently 1/8. The 1/8 whip will remove my old 3/32 cog just fine?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-30-18, 09:50 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,740
Posted By rEVOLVED

Well for now, I want to get the 17t on to replace...

Well for now, I want to get the 17t on to replace my 16t. Might still be too high for a beginner, given my 48t chain ring, but that's okay. Problem is, 16t that I'm taking off is a 3/32 and 17t...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-28-18, 02:24 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,740
Posted By rEVOLVED

Can anybody recommend the proper tool (I'm...

Can anybody recommend the proper tool (I'm assuming chain whip) for getting my 16t off and putting on my new 17t? I have a Park Tool HCW-5, but I've never even touched it and can't remember what I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-28-18, 02:20 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,740
Posted By rEVOLVED

Sorry, I was on my phone so location wasn't...

Sorry, I was on my phone so location wasn't showing up.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-27-18, 09:50 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,740
Posted By rEVOLVED

I'm in Phoenix. More specifically, I live right...

I'm in Phoenix. More specifically, I live right on the boarder of Chandler and Tempe, so I tend to ride the canal path either all the way east towards Gilbert, or West towards Tempe. Where are you?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-25-18, 08:31 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,740
Posted By rEVOLVED

State Bike Co. is my local shop! I'm in AZ where...

State Bike Co. is my local shop! I'm in AZ where they are headquartered. Too bad they only have the 17 and no 18. Might call them tomorrow and see what they have in stock.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-25-18, 01:34 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,740
Posted By rEVOLVED

What is the most affordable way to pick up two...

What is the most affordable way to pick up two extra cogs? Or any brands that must be avoided?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-25-18, 12:03 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,740
Posted By rEVOLVED

Everyone's feedback is just incredible. Thank you...

Everyone's feedback is just incredible. Thank you so so so much! This is probably the response that sums up the stuff I couldn't quite put into words. I know I'm on flats, but at 48/16, headwinds...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-24-18, 11:22 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,740
Posted By rEVOLVED

Is my gearing/speed off?

I know there are several threads about gearing, so I'm sorry to start a new one, but I know my specific questions won't be answered by reading other people's woes.

I am new to any kind of serious...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-23-18, 09:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,290
Posted By rEVOLVED

That makes sense. But if I found a Nature Boy...

That makes sense. But if I found a Nature Boy frame, it would definitely have horizontal dropouts, and I could build from there. I'm mostly wondering now how the geometry on a CX bike (specifically a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-23-18, 01:11 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,290
Posted By rEVOLVED

CX Bikes on the road

Hey, guys! I'm currently rocking my 57 Pista that I think is a size too small for me as my only functioning bike. Hoping to upgrade soon. I've had my eyes set on the new Wabi Road, but am now...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-23-18, 12:58 AM
Replies: 2,049
Views: 163,486
Posted By rEVOLVED

I just found Pizza Port's Swami's IPA at the...

I just found Pizza Port's Swami's IPA at the Trader Joe's near me. Honestly, such a good IPA. Not too expensive to enjoy weekly, and it always seems to satisfy that craving for hops! Beer is super...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-20-18, 08:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,705
Posted By rEVOLVED

After my longer ride today, I don't even think...

After my longer ride today, I don't even think the upright thing is the issue. I think my Pista has more of a "track" geometry, when I need a frame that rides like a true road bike while still being...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-20-18, 08:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,705
Posted By rEVOLVED

Thanks, I've considered this. I just remembered...

Thanks, I've considered this. I just remembered my brother's neighbor is an avid cyclist and might be willing to throw me on a trainer and help me out.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-20-18, 03:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,148
Posted By rEVOLVED

2018 Wabi

Anybody have one of the brand new frames? I'm guessing the Wabi Road is essentially the same as the Wabi Classic? Trying to find out if ride quality and geometry are still the same.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-19-18, 11:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,857
Posted By rEVOLVED

Is something wrong with it? If you fit on it and...

Is something wrong with it? If you fit on it and enjoy riding it, just keep it and ride it. If riding it is a miserable experience and you want to upgrade, then try and sell that frame for $100 or...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-19-18, 05:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,857
Posted By rEVOLVED

Yeah, you didn't waste your money, especially if...

Yeah, you didn't waste your money, especially if you rode and enjoyed it for a bit. The weld quality (or lack thereof) definitely points to pretty poor build quality. Wouldn't surprise me if this was...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-19-18, 03:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,705
Posted By rEVOLVED

I'm not sure what you mean?

I'm not sure what you mean?
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-19-18, 10:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,705
Posted By rEVOLVED

Anybody else care to chime in?

Anybody else care to chime in?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-19-18, 10:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,510
Posted By rEVOLVED

I actually ended up flipping my bullhorns towards...

I actually ended up flipping my bullhorns towards me last night for a 5 mile ride, essentially turning them into cafe bars. This definitely made for an interesting ride. I was much more upright,...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-18-18, 04:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,705
Posted By rEVOLVED

Thanks! This is what I mean - competitive cyclist...

Thanks! This is what I mean - competitive cyclist talks about sizing down and what not, but I think I like the idea of almost sizing up and keeping the seat tube low so that my handlebars are higher...
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