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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-17, 01:11 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,853
Posted By pandraztic

Yeah, looking through that thread it looks like...

Yeah, looking through that thread it looks like someone took one of the mountain bikes and maybe turned it into a roadie? It definitely doesn't have classic roadie lines, but I'm still gonna have it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-17, 11:40 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,853
Posted By pandraztic

Today's project before heading in to work,...

Today's project before heading in to work, de-gunking the bars. Maybe if I keep working it in small bits, I'll be able to finish this project in a reasonable amount of time....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-17, 11:29 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,853
Posted By pandraztic

Good to know! And yeah, it is absolutely a...

Good to know! And yeah, it is absolutely a downhill like that. I normally head down it around 38mph. As for the wheels/tubes/tires, those are all 100% top of the change out list. The tubes and tires...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-17, 11:44 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,853
Posted By pandraztic

So, currently I'm gonna keep it kinda roadie as...

So, currently I'm gonna keep it kinda roadie as my commute is 17 miles with a smidge over 1000ft gain one way and then the downhill on the way back, so I want to keep it in the drops so I can attack...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-17, 12:41 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,763
Posted By pandraztic

Seriously, help us out with some bigger pics of...

Seriously, help us out with some bigger pics of the final!! This looks great!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-17, 12:10 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,853
Posted By pandraztic

So, I'm going to bump this up a bit. I've figured...

So, I'm going to bump this up a bit. I've figured out what I'm going to do with this bike. I want to turn it into a commuter. So, I'm going to dump some money into getting components on it. I'm...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-18-17, 12:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,868
Posted By pandraztic

What honestly confuses me most about it is the...

What honestly confuses me most about it is the fact that he was running TWO taillights and NO headlight. At that point, I'd move one up to the front for forward visibility! I just needed to get it...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-17-17, 01:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,868
Posted By pandraztic

If it's dark out, use a headlight!

I love riding and I'm hyper paranoid for cyclists when I have to drive my cage to work. Fortunately for this cyclist I am. It was 40 minutes before sunrise and I was getting ready to turn right on to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-13-17, 01:29 AM
Replies: 382
Views: 159,464
Posted By pandraztic

So, not a jersey, but I have a Voler 2X skinsuit,...

So, not a jersey, but I have a Voler 2X skinsuit, black and green. Picked it up off their clearance page super cheap but it was a smidge to big/definitely too long for me. I believe it is a women's...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-10-17, 11:40 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 49,426
Posted By pandraztic

Hey folks! Here is what I ride as a 185lb Athena....

Hey folks! Here is what I ride as a 185lb Athena. A 2014 Specialized Tarmac Expert. I get concerned about some creaks and knocks the carbon frame makes, but I figure I'll ride it till it's done since...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-04-17, 02:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,655
Posted By pandraztic

I've got another race coming up this weekend,...

I've got another race coming up this weekend, it's a "Sprint". 11ish miles of climbing for about 1100ish feet gain? Probably going to kill me since I never do any climbing, but it'll be fun. I don't...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-01-17, 12:26 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 7,451
Posted By pandraztic

March goals are mileage (80 miles/week) and a...

March goals are mileage (80 miles/week) and a race. I've got the Pineapple Sprint on the 12th and it is just one 11ish mile long climb, so my goal finish is less than an hour and ten minutes.
Total...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-26-17, 10:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,655
Posted By pandraztic

When you're the only Athena at the race...

So, got peer pressured (in the best way) into doing a Time Trial race this morning. It was fun and a small field overall. I've never done an actual race before, so I definitely didn't push nearly as...
Forum: For Sale
02-19-17, 12:16 AM
Replies: 1,401
Sticky Saddle swap
Views: 390,175
Posted By pandraztic

These are what I've got. I'm definitely willing...

These are what I've got. I'm definitely willing to do multiple for one if I can get a Specialized Power Expert 143mm or something similar (Honestly, pretty much whatever. I'm really interested in...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-18-17, 11:31 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,780
Posted By pandraztic

Much better prepared this year than last year to...

Much better prepared this year than last year to actually make some real progress on my cycling and fitness goals.

Ride 4,000 miles. Last year I totaled 435 with intermittent riding from about...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-16-17, 12:26 AM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 573,364
Posted By pandraztic

16.4 miles / 62 minutes / about 15.8mph. Only 114...

16.4 miles / 62 minutes / about 15.8mph. Only 114 ft climbed though.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-16-17, 12:17 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,773
Posted By pandraztic

Following this! I'm in the same spot presently.

Following this! I'm in the same spot presently.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-16-17, 12:06 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 11,302
Posted By pandraztic

So I bought my wife some Nike Metcon 2s for...

So I bought my wife some Nike Metcon 2s for riding in after she was scared off of SPDs. When I'm making quick jaunts to the gym I wear mine as well. They have a very sticky sole so you don't get...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-06-17, 01:52 AM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 537,809
Posted By pandraztic

OH! I can get in on this! Just up the beach from...

OH! I can get in on this! Just up the beach from Banzai Pipeline, Oahu, Hawaii.

https://c1.staticflickr.com/1/273/32700201226_c128ab73b8_c.jpg
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-06-17, 01:43 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,130
Posted By pandraztic

Goal: 80 miles/week. Gotta do better than last...

Goal: 80 miles/week. Gotta do better than last month!
Total miles for FEB: 287.1/336

2/1-2/5: 22.9 miles
2/6-2/12: 83.6 miles
2/13-2/19: 105.1 miles
2/20-2/26: 59.2 miles. Missed my goal...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-06-17, 01:41 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,097
Posted By pandraztic

Only managed 83.9 miles for January. Was a...

Only managed 83.9 miles for January. Was a terrible month for riding. Way too much going on at work. Hoping for a better February!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-17, 01:19 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,761
Posted By pandraztic

Got some "new" crank arms in the mail last week...

Got some "new" crank arms in the mail last week so I got them attached to the chainring after doing some cleanup. Getting so much closer to road worthy. :D
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-17, 04:52 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,082
Posted By pandraztic

Holy wow thanks for sharing!!!! This is great! I...

Holy wow thanks for sharing!!!! This is great! I definitely want to give this a try!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-17, 09:49 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,761
Posted By pandraztic

If it will fit, yes I would most assuredly take...

If it will fit, yes I would most assuredly take it. Thank you!!!! I really just want to get her on the road and rolling. My test ride was a joy and that was with it half decrepit and broken, so I can...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-17, 11:14 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,761
Posted By pandraztic

Oh hi!!! I'll be your way this weekend for...

Oh hi!!! I'll be your way this weekend for Sharon's Ride! I live right next to the Pearl Harbor main gate, so that's why my pics all look so flat.

Honestly, I'll stick with these wheels for a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-17, 12:24 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,761
Posted By pandraztic

Truthfully I'm just aiming towards what I have...

Truthfully I'm just aiming towards what I have already because I don't know enough to wiggle otherwise if you get my meaning. The bottom bracket just looks so small and particular and I just want to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-24-17, 12:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,447
Posted By pandraztic

Wow, those prices do look really great and the...

Wow, those prices do look really great and the closeups of the construction look good. Thanks for sharing!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-17, 12:13 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 11,190
Posted By pandraztic

Lovely build. The frame condition is amazing. I'm...

Lovely build. The frame condition is amazing. I'm so jealous.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-17, 11:41 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,853
Posted By pandraztic

So, I have it stripped down to the cranks, chain...

So, I have it stripped down to the cranks, chain and the forks because I couldn't get them pulled (yay lack of tools!). I think something might be seized on the forks too up top maybe? I don't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-17, 10:56 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,761
Posted By pandraztic

That would just flat out be a CRIME. I would...

That would just flat out be a CRIME. I would never violate a frame like that. It boggles my mind every time people do. I just can't fathom it.



Quite right, from what I've seen around looking...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-17, 09:54 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,761
Posted By pandraztic

It is indeed the original NR mech. I've got to...

It is indeed the original NR mech. I've got to pull everything out from the bag and really sort through it, so I'll let you know ASAP. Thank you Bill! Finding the little bits that she needs is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-17, 12:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,495
Posted By pandraztic

Wow, this is really top notch stuff. Your tear...

Wow, this is really top notch stuff. Your tear down is so precise. Definitely taking some mental notes for two projects I've just gotten started.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-17, 12:44 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,853
Posted By pandraztic

Well no kidding. These sorts of insights are why...

Well no kidding. These sorts of insights are why I came on here. I was honestly more thinking I'd just go crazy with it since we're only in $10, but who knows? I need to knock the rest of the rust...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-17, 12:23 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,761
Posted By pandraztic

1972 Raleigh International rehab

Well, I've posted this in the new classic rides sticky, but I'm going to give it its own thread so I can track its progress and ask you guys for assistance. So here is where she stands currently for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-17, 11:58 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,853
Posted By pandraztic

Oh really? Neat. Definitely needs a lot in parts....

Oh really? Neat. Definitely needs a lot in parts. I've got almost everything stripped off, but most components are rusted immobile.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-17, 11:57 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,853
Posted By pandraztic

I went back in and fixed as he was updating......

I went back in and fixed as he was updating... I'm fairly fail at forums, lol. However as for the bike, it's really rusty all around. Also, as we were pulling it apart the headset feels like there...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-17, 11:46 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,853
Posted By pandraztic

Argh, thanks

Argh, thanks
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-17, 11:32 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,853
Posted By pandraztic

Pint sized Diamondback Centurion

Honestly, my wife probably paid more than this is worth, but she did it before I got up this morning so I guess I'll just roll with it. $10 Diamondback Centurion. Hopefully I can turn it into a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-22-17, 11:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,057
Posted By pandraztic

Would the cranks fit a 1972 Raleigh...

Would the cranks fit a 1972 Raleigh International? If yes, then I'm in for these.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-17, 10:45 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,544
Posted By pandraztic

Oooooooooooooh.. time to get hunting! Need one...

Oooooooooooooh.. time to get hunting! Need one for my Raleigh.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-17, 10:37 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 28,603
Posted By pandraztic

This is really cool to know! Things to file away...

This is really cool to know! Things to file away for later experimentation. Thanks for sharing all these details.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-17, 10:47 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,050,446
Posted By pandraztic

Yeah, sadly the brakes/levers are not the...

Yeah, sadly the brakes/levers are not the originals, after some digging on eBay I found some weimanns that look to be the correct ones. I think these are just horrid cheap things that someone slapped...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-17, 08:42 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,050,446
Posted By pandraztic

1972 Raleigh International

Just picked this lovely up yesterday for $100. She was in rough shape and looks life she hasn't been bathed in at least 10 years, but I took about an hour and scrubbed off about a quarter inch of...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-23-16, 12:36 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 40,710
Posted By pandraztic

I've been rolling through mass following folks,...

I've been rolling through mass following folks, give me a follow! :D https://www.strava.com/athletes/5164298
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-22-16, 01:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,130
Posted By pandraztic

Machka sounds like they've got the way of it....

Machka sounds like they've got the way of it. Honestly though, you might surprise yourself. If you're already doing that kind of riding with your commute/job, you might have a better aerobic base...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-09-16, 11:57 PM
Replies: 770
Views: 319,962
Posted By pandraztic

WheresWaldo that barplug GoPro mount looks...

WheresWaldo that barplug GoPro mount looks fantastic!!!!!! WOW! That is awesome and I'm going to be getting one. I love your designs. Thanks for sharing them!!!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-02-16, 03:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,313
Posted By pandraztic

Thanks all! It was a really gorgeous ride. I'm...

Thanks all! It was a really gorgeous ride. I'm definitely lucky to be getting back into it here in Hawaii.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-28-16, 12:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,313
Posted By pandraztic

Greetings and some pictures

So I've just gotten back into cycling and I'm SOLIDLY into the Athena category. I tip the scales at 190 while only a stubbly 5'2". Just figured I'd say hi and share some pictures from my recent hack...
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