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Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-08, 01:39 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,830
Posted By Cadd

All you guys are facking wrong! You gotta...

All you guys are facking wrong!

You gotta learn how to say "group" & "derailer" in Chinese AND Taiwanese because that's where everything comes from.

Sigh......and I thought you knew better. ...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-28-08, 01:34 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 18,165
Posted By Cadd

On average, I think I get honked at about once a...

On average, I think I get honked at about once a day (when I ride from my house to the city and back). That's about a 25 mile ride. It's usually a friendly "I'm right next to you and about to buzz...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-08, 12:07 AM
Replies: 261
Views: 18,343
Posted By Cadd

I agree. I have a Trek made bike with Truv...

I agree. I have a Trek made bike with Truv cranks. My bottom bracket is shot too! I have lateral play on my non drive side crank. I would tighten it, but after 30 miles, it'll develop play again....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-27-08, 11:49 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,322
Posted By Cadd

I like the fenders of this bike!! Any pics of...

I like the fenders of this bike!! Any pics of how it attaches to the frame/fork? Any idea who makes it?

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2032/1715260097_dc69cbbd82_b.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-27-08, 11:36 PM
Replies: 661
Views: 79,883
Posted By Cadd

Another question. Is this bike a knock off from...

Another question. Is this bike a knock off from another more well known bike? If it is, I want to pop in the LBS to test ride that other bike to get a feel of it before pulling the trigger.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-27-08, 11:03 PM
Replies: 261
Views: 18,343
Posted By Cadd

Stop nickel & diming. Aren't bottom brackets...

Stop nickel & diming.

Aren't bottom brackets $25? Here's an Ultegra BB for $25 http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=D1056

And saddle? That's the first thing to go on any bike I buy. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-27-08, 06:45 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,616
Posted By Cadd

Does it have to look good? If not, just ziptie...

Does it have to look good? If not, just ziptie the other half of that Heinekin plastic to the bottom of your downtube?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-27-08, 01:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,616
Posted By Cadd

Hahahaha. Nice!! I bet this works better than...

Hahahaha. Nice!! I bet this works better than most seatpost type fenders out there!
Forum: Living Car Free
10-27-08, 12:58 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,406
Posted By Cadd

I don't know about that. I think force is what...

I don't know about that. I think force is what kills you. I can have momentum and keep going. I'm in a car (with no brakes & no motor & no steering) going down a steep hill. Momentum is going to...
Forum: BMX
10-27-08, 12:09 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 849
Posted By Cadd

Put the SV650 on the list too :) I would...

Put the SV650 on the list too :)

I would suggest getting a sporty hybrid instead of a BMX if you're going to get serious about riding (in terms of distance). I don't know how people put 20 miles...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-26-08, 11:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,305
Posted By Cadd

I'm a little confused as well. I'm thinking...

I'm a little confused as well. I'm thinking about a fixed bike and trying to understand all this.

Instead of a new wheel set, can someone take a wheel from a SS or a roadbike and just change the...
Forum: Commuting
10-26-08, 10:22 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,874
Posted By Cadd

Nice vids! Pretty good for such low light. ...

Nice vids! Pretty good for such low light. Always nice to have a riding buddy. Keep the vids coming.
Forum: BMX
10-26-08, 09:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 849
Posted By Cadd

What kind of motorcycle do you ride? The answer...

What kind of motorcycle do you ride? The answer to that may help us direct you to a type of bike you may like
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-26-08, 09:31 PM
Replies: 1,860
Views: 1,035,075
Posted By Cadd

Min, is that a brass bell? Looks nice.

Min, is that a brass bell? Looks nice.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-26-08, 06:32 AM
Replies: 1,860
Views: 1,035,075
Posted By Cadd

From the Tour de Bronx ride last weekend ...

From the Tour de Bronx ride last weekend
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3009/2974486518_b6b25d6da3_o.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-26-08, 05:43 AM
Replies: 661
Views: 79,883
Posted By Cadd

I read the entire thread! I actually read it...

I read the entire thread! I actually read it twice....and it made much much much more sense the 2nd time. The only reason I even considered a fixie was because a friend of mine just built a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-26-08, 12:37 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 23,693
Posted By Cadd

Great review!!! Such detail. Mind me asking...

Great review!!! Such detail.

Mind me asking what size your TT Pro is? And is there any toe overlap?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-26-08, 12:17 AM
Replies: 661
Views: 79,883
Posted By Cadd

Another thing I notice....isn't this bike geared...

Another thing I notice....isn't this bike geared pretty high? 48x16 is a pretty tall gearing (80 gear inches?). I don't know if my weak legs can push that! On my roadie (triple), I use 42x17 (65...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-25-08, 10:31 PM
Replies: 661
Views: 79,883
Posted By Cadd

Thank you!!! I don't even know what "more track"...

Thank you!!! I don't even know what "more track" or "more aggressive geometry" is. I'm guessing it's better for racing? I rather have comfort anyday. If it's comfortable, I'll ride more. It's as...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-25-08, 10:26 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,788
Posted By Cadd

What does more aggressivve geometry mean? Are...

What does more aggressivve geometry mean? Are you leaning forward more? Less comfortable?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-25-08, 10:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,788
Posted By Cadd

Hmmm....so does that mean a smaller sized Kilo TT...

Hmmm....so does that mean a smaller sized Kilo TT has toe overlap? I really dislike toe overlap. I have it on my current roadie. I can deal with it. But if I were to buy another bike, I rather it...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-25-08, 09:55 PM
Replies: 661
Views: 79,883
Posted By Cadd

How about smaller bikes? 2new2this (or anyone...

How about smaller bikes? 2new2this (or anyone with a 52cm bike), can you do me a favor? If your bike is around, can you manually check for me? I just want to make sure there's no overlap (with toe...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-25-08, 09:16 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,788
Posted By Cadd

Can you help me define "tighter"? Meaning,...

Can you help me define "tighter"? Meaning, shorter TT?

And when you say the seat/head tube angles are steeper, do you mean, a larger number?

If I understand correctly, a lower number head tube...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-25-08, 09:14 PM
Replies: 661
Views: 79,883
Posted By Cadd

OUCH!!! I hate over lap!!! Is there an easy way...

OUCH!!! I hate over lap!!! Is there an easy way to tell if a frame has toe overlap?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-25-08, 08:54 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,788
Posted By Cadd

Dumb question: What's the difference between...

Dumb question: What's the difference between track geometry vs. normal road bike geometry? And what's the reason why you can run aerospokes on one bike and not the other?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-25-08, 08:43 PM
Replies: 661
Views: 79,883
Posted By Cadd

In terms of the frame alone, are all these bikes...

In terms of the frame alone, are all these bikes pretty similiar? I know they're all steel frames. I currently ride a True Temper OX steel frame (853 quality I guess), so I know what to expect from...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-25-08, 08:18 PM
Replies: 661
Views: 79,883
Posted By Cadd

I'm also thinking about getting a fixed gear. ...

I'm also thinking about getting a fixed gear. Looks like this is "THE" entry level bike to get???

Question to all you Motobecane Messenger owners: What made you choose this bike over the other...
Forum: Living Car Free
10-25-08, 07:43 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,406
Posted By Cadd

But that can be said about everything. Try...

But that can be said about everything. Try changing the word rider to driver.

One idiot driver has more of a negative effect on the perceptions of the non-driving majority than the positive...
Forum: Living Car Free
10-23-08, 12:36 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,406
Posted By Cadd

Never realized there's a difference between UK...

Never realized there's a difference between UK gallons & US gallons. 1 US gallon is approx to 4 liters....or a tad less. Maybe 3.9 liters?

So gas here would be $0.75/L for you guys......or 0.45...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-23-08, 12:37 AM
Replies: 344
Views: 50,797
Posted By Cadd

Wow, this looks great! Anyone know what that...

Wow, this looks great! Anyone know what that rack in the front is called? I wonder how it'll affect the steering when you have 20lbs of stuff on it.

And what's that thing at the rear dropouts?...
Forum: Living Car Free
10-22-08, 11:19 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,406
Posted By Cadd

Well, when all the above happens at the same...

Well, when all the above happens at the same time, I think we'll see a sheet load of people on bicycles....but I personally think if we ever hit $10/gal, that alone will have dramatic influence.
...
Forum: Living Car Free
10-22-08, 10:52 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,406
Posted By Cadd

You'll start seeing a whole lot of people on...

You'll start seeing a whole lot of people on bicycles when:

gas is $10/gallon
auto insurance increases by a whole lot
your town/city start painting bike lanes
there are tons of other cyclists...
Forum: Northeast
10-22-08, 02:51 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,696
Posted By Cadd

I'll keep an eye on this thread....but I'm a slow...

I'll keep an eye on this thread....but I'm a slow rider (you can ask Slvoid & Tim). What's the pace again? I'll probably need a lot of drafting help.
Forum: Commuting
10-22-08, 02:34 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,699
Posted By Cadd

I agree. It's probably the same for...

I agree.

It's probably the same for you.....where I'm from, it's like a drag race from traffic light to the next traffic light. You take the lane, you'll end up putting yourself in danger and...
Forum: Commuting
10-22-08, 02:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,699
Posted By Cadd

+1

+1
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-08, 01:44 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 7,171
Posted By Cadd

Didn't Lemond bikes have lots of carbon/steel? ...

Didn't Lemond bikes have lots of carbon/steel? What's so hard to believe?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-08, 09:41 PM
Replies: 7,742
Views: 582,935
Posted By Cadd

7 road bikes. Each for $150. Any good? ...

7 road bikes. Each for $150.

Any good? Good for fixed/single speed conversion? Do these have the correct dropouts?

http://newyork.craigslist.org/brk/bik/887204409.html
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-08, 11:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,602
Posted By Cadd

How do you know what size crank arms are right...

How do you know what size crank arms are right for you? Is there a huge difference from 170, 172.5 & 175?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-20-08, 03:46 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 23,227
Posted By Cadd

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2241/2187220152_426...

http://farm3.static.flickr.com/2241/2187220152_426fce161c_b.jpg

You're very welcome
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-19-08, 11:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,059
Posted By Cadd

Bad news. The lateral movement came back after...

Bad news. The lateral movement came back after 100 miles or so on the road!

And what's even better is that Lemond is no longer in business. I want to find the specs of my bike (Lemond Croix de...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-08, 12:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 544
Posted By Cadd

What bike do you ride?

What bike do you ride?
Forum: Commuting
10-18-08, 12:13 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,389
Posted By Cadd

Normally people swap seats, pedals & stems. Also...

Normally people swap seats, pedals & stems. Also wheels....if you want to upgrade.

But seats, pedals & stems is mainly due to fit.
Forum: Commuting
10-17-08, 11:07 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,389
Posted By Cadd

It is normal to swap out parts. No bike will...

It is normal to swap out parts. No bike will come perfect for you from the factory. You can go and buy a $4,000 bike and will probably end up hating the saddle on that as well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-08, 10:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 677
Posted By Cadd

How do you get on/off a bike like this?

http://www.hiwheel.com/customer_photos/img/StevenArgyleLtouringR.jpg
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
10-17-08, 01:16 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,968
Posted By Cadd

Thanks....I couldn't find a good angle that shows...

Thanks....I couldn't find a good angle that shows both the road AND the handlebar together....and I'm not that great with riding with no hands. You are absolutely correct, a bicycle has really...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-08, 12:52 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 8,129
Posted By Cadd

Here's an on bike view of what countersteering...

Here's an on bike view of what countersteering looks like. Video made in Prospect Park. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcVkv--kjIw
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
10-17-08, 12:46 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,968
Posted By Cadd

Here's an on bike video ...

Here's an on bike video

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dcVkv--kjIw
Forum: Commuting
10-17-08, 12:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,389
Posted By Cadd

Maybe you're putting too much weight on your...

Maybe you're putting too much weight on your saddle. How do you know it was hurting? Did the saddle tell you?

On a serious note, you probably meant your ***** hurts. I may love a saddle that...
Forum: Commuting
10-17-08, 11:13 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,492
Posted By Cadd

Unless you're some racer, here's no way you can...

Unless you're some racer, here's no way you can ride 24mph with little or no effort. Even as a racer, I'd think riding 24mph for an hour long is pretty damn demanding.
Forum: Commuting
10-17-08, 10:29 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,492
Posted By Cadd

That would be nice, unfortunately I don't think...

That would be nice, unfortunately I don't think that's a prerequisite on most PD applications.



I don't know why they ride their horses on that path. They leave behind A LOT of stuff. For...
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