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Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-10, 05:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,001
Posted By oldsprinter

I found the perfect site!...

I found the perfect site! http://yvettesbridalformal.com/index.htm

And for those of you who are still wondering what I do - I'm a writer - for design magazines. Sometimes I write about bicycles.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-10, 06:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,001
Posted By oldsprinter

Mustang1, just to explain, I gave you a link to...

Mustang1, just to explain, I gave you a link to the cycling page first - but most people wouldn't land on that page. So homepage is actually www.kanki-knight.com - which has a photo of my large nose...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-10, 12:34 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,001
Posted By oldsprinter

Thanks to everyone, I'm going to make some...

Thanks to everyone, I'm going to make some changes based on all of your suggestions. Antiguru, you've made some great points - I got tunnel vision, too close to the site to see it with fresh eyes -...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-10, 08:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,001
Posted By oldsprinter

My new website - would love to get some feedback

Hi all,

this is a shameless self-promotion (and mods, if this breaks any rules please don't hesitate to delete).

I'd love to hear from any designers/writers/editors/web techies out there what...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-29-09, 09:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 420
Posted By oldsprinter

Biggest keirin race of the year on Dec. 30

If you're in Tokyo, Dec. 30 is the day of the biggest keirin race of the year - the GP final (aka the pro national championship). Keiokaku velodrome. Gates open at 10.20, main race is on at about...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-09, 09:38 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 310
Posted By oldsprinter

Cycle Mode International 2009, Tokyo

Hi all, Cycle Mode International was in Osaka and Tokyo last week. I did a little report for London design magazine Wallpaper* here:
http://www.wallpaper.com/cars/cycle-mode-international-tokyo/4188...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-22-09, 09:25 AM
Replies: 2,709
Views: 396,006
Posted By oldsprinter

If you want to cut to the chase (aka the...

If you want to cut to the chase (aka the Anchor/Bridgestone track bike) just click here: http://www.wallpaper.com/gallery/cars/cycle-mode-international-tokyo/17051568/24625#nav
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-21-09, 11:10 AM
Replies: 2,709
Views: 396,006
Posted By oldsprinter

Cycle Mode International in Tokyo was on last...

Cycle Mode International in Tokyo was on last weekend. I did a little write-up on it for Wallpaper magazine - nice shots of the new Anchor track bike if you click on "Gordon's highlights" . Here's...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-01-09, 12:36 AM
Replies: 2,709
Views: 396,006
Posted By oldsprinter

That girl on bike photo was so good it made the...

That girl on bike photo was so good it made the papers...
http://search.japantimes.co.jp/cgi-bin/fv20080608lb.html
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-30-09, 10:51 AM
Replies: 2,709
Views: 396,006
Posted By oldsprinter

Cycly - that's the one - thanks!

Cycly - that's the one - thanks!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-30-09, 01:31 AM
Replies: 2,709
Views: 396,006
Posted By oldsprinter

My favorite thread revisited. First, some...

My favorite thread revisited.

First, some photos I took recently - enjoy http://tvvas.blogspot.com/2009/06/fixed-gear-bikes-in-tokyo.html

Second, somewhere in this thread or one like this is a...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-16-09, 07:35 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,732
Posted By oldsprinter

Unless you tell us which nation and which city...

Unless you tell us which nation and which city you're in we're not going to be able to help you. Since you said "federal" I'm presuming you're in Australia or the U.S. - but every state has different...
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-07-09, 05:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 845
Posted By oldsprinter

Yes, space was tight. There was a lot more I...

Yes, space was tight. There was a lot more I could have said, but it had to fit in the magazine (as well as online)
Forum: Commuting
03-06-09, 12:05 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,236
Posted By oldsprinter

www.id-mag.com/article/electricbikes/

www.id-mag.com/article/electricbikes/
Forum: Electric Bikes
03-05-09, 11:59 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 845
Posted By oldsprinter

I.D. magazine article on electric bikes

I wrote this month's cover story for I.D. magazine. I'd be interested to hear feedback on it. The comments I've had from manufacturers has been good - maybe that means I didn't criticize them enough!...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-27-09, 10:56 PM
Replies: 2,709
Views: 396,006
Posted By oldsprinter

Anyone going to the launch of Pedal Speed...

Anyone going to the launch of Pedal Speed magazine tonight (28 Jan) in Tokyo?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-16-09, 12:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,015
Posted By oldsprinter

I wonder whether running yellow Swiss-stop brake...

I wonder whether running yellow Swiss-stop brake pads would solve the problem of a black mark on a light coloured/white rim.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-05-08, 09:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 754
Posted By oldsprinter

And another good article:...

And another good article: http://www.altalang.com/beyond-words/2008/11/11/japanese-keirin-sprinting-across-culture/
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-03-08, 03:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 754
Posted By oldsprinter

Although there was that keirin rider who broke...

Although there was that keirin rider who broke into a high school when a sports team was having a sleepover last year because he wanted to "touch girls"
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-02-08, 12:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 754
Posted By oldsprinter

Anyone already posted this keirin article?

http://search.japantimes.co.jp/cgi-bin/fv20081123lb.html
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-11-08, 07:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 677
Posted By oldsprinter

Ta!

Ta!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-08, 09:44 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 274
Posted By oldsprinter

Cycle Mode Tokyo

http://tvvas.blogspot.com/2008/11/cycle-mode-tokyo.html#links

http://tvvas.blogspot.com/2008/11/cycle-mode-tokyo-part-2-mini-velos.html#links

Electric DA, new Cervelo, Panaracer, Cherubim,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-11-08, 09:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 677
Posted By oldsprinter

Cherubim mini-fixed gear bike

Top photo: http://tvvas.blogspot.com/2008/11/cycle-mode-tokyo-part-2-mini-velos.html#links
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-08-08, 07:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 948
Posted By oldsprinter

I've read about people using these rims on the...

I've read about people using these rims on the road. But keep in mind they're only 340 grams. The Araya 16B Golds are the same weight but better construction.

Neither rim is intended for the road,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-14-08, 12:04 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 7,032
Posted By oldsprinter

http://jp.youtube.com/watch?v=qve-THEDTs0

http://jp.youtube.com/watch?v=qve-THEDTs0
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
09-20-08, 11:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 895
Posted By oldsprinter

Here in Japan, keirin riders do 200m in 10.8 sec...

Here in Japan, keirin riders do 200m in 10.8 sec on 36 hole 3X wheels with box-section rims. The most important thing is the legs.

If/when you have a really important race, upgrade just your tyres...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-19-08, 05:56 AM
Replies: 192
Views: 15,863
Posted By oldsprinter

Nothing's proven YET

Nothing's proven YET
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-14-08, 09:55 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,441
Posted By oldsprinter

The rear stays and forks of the Australian team...

The rear stays and forks of the Australian team bikes were gold plated instead of being chromed (just for looks in 1994). It doesn't cost much to put a thin layer on. The little diamond Rolls badge...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-13-08, 02:09 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,736
Posted By oldsprinter

What's the best roadie shop in NY? Is...

What's the best roadie shop in NY?

Is Kissena easy to get to? How?

Who would have a nicely polished NOS Cinelli steel stem still in the box in stock?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-13-08, 02:05 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,037
Posted By oldsprinter

You sit atop a Rolls, you sit slightly more 'in'...

You sit atop a Rolls, you sit slightly more 'in' a Regal.

If you like a Turbo you like a Flite. If you like a Rolls you like a San Marco SL (or SL-XP).

Not sure where the Toupe fits in all...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-12-08, 07:38 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 9,149
Posted By oldsprinter

The odd trend happening in Tokyo and especially...

The odd trend happening in Tokyo and especially Osaka right now is road bikes made to look fixie-ish. One Aerospoke, some coloured tyres - which I kind of understand - but the funny one is guys are...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-08, 11:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 698
Posted By oldsprinter

The short answer is: Kyoto - Gan Well Pro ...

The short answer is:

Kyoto - Gan Well Pro
Tokyo - Carnival, Blue Lug, Sexon, JAN, Punch, Protech, Recycle Depot

Addresses for most are on this forum site

Unless you mean a proper track...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-08, 09:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 904
Posted By oldsprinter

If you can't afford a new crank arm, try a new...

If you can't afford a new crank arm, try a new bolt. Some bolts are slipperier than others. I found a titanium bolt - which are grippier (in fact, they can seize, so be careful) and my cranks have...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-30-08, 07:03 AM
Replies: 263
Views: 30,881
Posted By oldsprinter

:cry: It's too perfect

:cry: It's too perfect
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-29-08, 10:02 PM
Replies: 263
Views: 30,881
Posted By oldsprinter

This Colnago above is a classic, yet it just...

This Colnago above is a classic, yet it just needs a little bit more work done to be authentic.

When this frame came out it was almost impossible to buy an all-black tubular tyre.

Also,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-28-08, 07:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,352
Posted By oldsprinter

Juice in Kanda has one 28-hole Super Aero rim for...

Juice in Kanda has one 28-hole Super Aero rim for sale.

They came only in 24 and 28 hole versions in 700C. (There's also a 24 inch rim in 16 and 20 hole).

The Model Number is SA-230S if that...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-27-08, 07:31 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 20,527
Posted By oldsprinter

Thanks Tomity. Some of these tracks look like...

Thanks Tomity. Some of these tracks look like they are in a beautiful area.

Do amateur riders race on HACHIOJI TAKIGAHARA flat cycling track still?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-27-08, 10:03 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 20,527
Posted By oldsprinter

Unlike track riders elsewhere in the world, these...

Unlike track riders elsewhere in the world, these guys race in all weather. In fact, the biggest races of the season are held in December/January, when there can be snow around. The tracks are super...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-27-08, 02:29 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 20,527
Posted By oldsprinter

If anyone wants to race at Omiya velodrome...

If anyone wants to race at Omiya velodrome they're having an open day on Sept. 21:

www.jcrc-net.jp/race08/08bnk2yoko1.html
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-23-08, 03:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 479
Posted By oldsprinter

Any chance it's because the bb is not tight...

Any chance it's because the bb is not tight enough? Also, worth checking your chainring bolts, they make a similar noise when loose. Also check your crank bolts.

Also, the noise can come from a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-21-08, 07:58 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,266
Posted By oldsprinter

Apologies. If it was a bike lane you were riding...

Apologies. If it was a bike lane you were riding on, you had every right to be there, and drivers should have been looking out for bicycles.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-21-08, 07:53 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,098
Posted By oldsprinter

Typical NY post. No need to mention city in...

Typical NY post. No need to mention city in thread title because there's only one publication called Metro, right?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-18-08, 10:17 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,266
Posted By oldsprinter

Adults who use the sidewalk deserve to get hit

Adults who use the sidewalk deserve to get hit
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-18-08, 10:14 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,266
Posted By oldsprinter

I live right in the center of Tokyo and I've had...

I live right in the center of Tokyo and I've had one close call in the past 2 years. If you guys are having 3-6 a day the way you ride a bike is wrong. I spent 8 years in London and had 4 close calls...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
08-17-08, 05:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,020
Posted By oldsprinter

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sprint_(cycling)

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sprint_(cycling)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-08-08, 07:15 PM
Replies: 2,709
Views: 396,006
Posted By oldsprinter

Google has given its homepage a cycling theme for...

Google has given its homepage a cycling theme for the Olympic road race. (will only make sense if you are seeing this Aug 9)

http://www.google.co.jp/
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-06-08, 09:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,366
Posted By oldsprinter

Thanks for the replies. I seem to have found...

Thanks for the replies.

I seem to have found a good shop.

RayB, thanks for the offer, but I'm helping out a friend who just wants a electric mamachari - and I was wondering whether her son (12)...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-04-08, 10:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,366
Posted By oldsprinter

Electric bicycle shops in Tokyo

Hi, reading this forum it seems most people have a good knowledge of the U.S. and Canada, but does anyone know about Japan?

It seems most bike shops in Tokyo have one electric bike (usually a...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
08-04-08, 09:56 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,269
Posted By oldsprinter

Just out of interest, is there a BIA stamp on...

Just out of interest, is there a BIA stamp on your Cherubim?

By the way, the guys at Cherubim speak a bit of English, so I'm sure if you emailed them with a photo of your frame they'd be...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
08-03-08, 10:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 789
Posted By oldsprinter

48 x 14 gives you the 92.6 - although I'm all for...

48 x 14 gives you the 92.6 - although I'm all for training on lower gears - I trained on 86-88 and raced on 90.8 or 91.8. 92.6 for super fast races on flattish tracks and 93.5 just once in my life...
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