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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-17-19, 07:00 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 10,746
Posted By CT Sean

Having recently switched from a trunk style bike...

Having recently switched from a trunk style bike carrier to a hitch mount one - hitch is definitely the better way to go. I was able to find a used hitch for a Honda CR-V for very little money and a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-06-19, 11:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,687
Posted By CT Sean

I'll be totally honest and say that while I love...

I'll be totally honest and say that while I love my Crosstrail Comp (2016 model I think) I'm not a huge fan of the 2x10 drivetrain. For the rides my wife and I do, I find I most often need to be...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-26-18, 09:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,453
Posted By CT Sean

This is a Bontrager rack but you can see it's...

This is a Bontrager rack but you can see it's pretty much impossible for the rack mount to interfere with the caliper, regardless of brand.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-18, 11:10 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,701
Posted By CT Sean

After some searching, it seems like the 4 year...

After some searching, it seems like the 4 year project to rehab the first 2.2 miles to Pigeon Key is part of a larger 30 year plan. I can't find any details of the actual 30 year plan but it is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-18, 08:35 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,701
Posted By CT Sean

I don't believe the intent is to fully restore...

I don't believe the intent is to fully restore the old 7 mile bridge - only to renovate the section from Marathon to Pigeon Key.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-04-18, 07:32 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,888
Posted By CT Sean

Can't comment on the tires themselves, but...

Can't comment on the tires themselves, but there's no reason they wouldn't fit. They are only a tiny bit narrower than the 700x38 that come stock.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-03-18, 12:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 510
Posted By CT Sean

From what I can tell, the Marathon Plus (all 4...

From what I can tell, the Marathon Plus (all 4 varieties) are only available with wire beads. "clincher" appears to be a term that indicates the method of "attachment" between the tire and rim. most...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-01-18, 12:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,293
Posted By CT Sean

Farmington canal trail is pretty flat. This...

Farmington canal trail is pretty flat. This should give you the elevation profile over on the left. - i can't get the link to work how I want - if you open it and change it to Bike, it will give the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-26-18, 06:17 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,888
Posted By CT Sean

good info - thanks. Going by Shimano’s Website...

good info - thanks. Going by Shimano’s Website pictures is does look like a long cage. I couldn’t find a marking anywhere with the GS or SGS. The fact that a long is fine either way is all that...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-26-18, 06:05 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,888
Posted By CT Sean

nothing wrong with it - just keep looking at M781...

nothing wrong with it - just keep looking at M781 XT derailleurs at reasonable sale prices as a backup or replacement. Especially since mine ended up with an XT front at the factory and the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-26-18, 01:20 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,888
Posted By CT Sean

Anyone know which SLX derailleur came on a 2016...

Anyone know which SLX derailleur came on a 2016 Crosstrail Comp w/ 2x10 drivetrain? I don't know if it's the medium cage or long cage version - it doesn't appear to be marked anywhere. To me, it...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-25-18, 08:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,968
Posted By CT Sean

A 500 bike on clearance for 250 has nothing to do...

A 500 bike on clearance for 250 has nothing to do with a bike with a 250 MSRP. These have the same/similar groupsets as a comparably priced Trek/Giant/Specialized, same frame material (possibly even...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-18-18, 08:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,917
Posted By CT Sean

I'm no expert but I don't know that there's...

I'm no expert but I don't know that there's otherwise anything major between the two that makes the 250 worth it. I have the SLX rear derailleur on my Crosstrail (and actually ended up with an XT...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-17-18, 12:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,917
Posted By CT Sean

I can;t comment on the Treks specifically, but I...

I can;t comment on the Treks specifically, but I have a remote lockout on my Specialized Crosstrail and I use it surprisingly often. I mostly ride on rail-trails that are paved or hard-packed...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-16, 11:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 11,407
Posted By CT Sean

I've never been a fan of breakfast sausage so I'm...

I've never been a fan of breakfast sausage so I'm ok with the ban.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-07-16, 08:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,807
Posted By CT Sean

They are going to be extremely similar at a given...

They are going to be extremely similar at a given price point. If you post the price you're looking to spend, people can give you opinions on which might be better on paper. Beyond that, have him...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-07-16, 07:53 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 21,890
Posted By CT Sean

The only thing "wrong" with Giant when I bought...

The only thing "wrong" with Giant when I bought my Specialized Crosstrail comp is that they don't offer a comparable version of their Roam. I also couldn't find a Roam anywhere nearby to try out.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-21-16, 01:27 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,888
Posted By CT Sean

Frame size medium, weight includes pedals

Frame size medium, weight includes pedals
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-21-16, 07:48 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,888
Posted By CT Sean

Pretty sure my Comp is 28 lbs

Pretty sure my Comp is 28 lbs
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-01-16, 07:10 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,987
Posted By CT Sean

not sure about the hubs, but the rims say Maddux...

not sure about the hubs, but the rims say Maddux right on them
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-26-16, 10:18 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 16,391
Posted By CT Sean

You lost me a bit here. If the pump has a presta...

You lost me a bit here. If the pump has a presta head and the tire has a presta valve, what is the adapter doing?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-01-15, 07:12 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 9,703
Posted By CT Sean

Another vote for the HF digital caliper. I will...

Another vote for the HF digital caliper. I will also attest to the terrible battery life though. Mine will kill a new battery in a few months even if i don't use it.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-24-15, 10:32 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,888
Posted By CT Sean

nothing on the bottom of the fork but a hex head...

nothing on the bottom of the fork but a hex head on each leg.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-23-15, 07:27 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,888
Posted By CT Sean

Also of interest perhaps is mine has a Deore XT...

Also of interest perhaps is mine has a Deore XT front derailleur, where the specs on specialized.com only say "FRONT DERAILLEUR Shimano, top swing, dual pull" and the photo shows an SLX (I'm not...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-23-15, 06:58 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,888
Posted By CT Sean

This is what is under the left side cap of my...

This is what is under the left side cap of my brand new Crosstrail Comp

it was actually a bit loose when i popped the cap so i unscrewed it (thinking perhaps it was just another cap) didn't look...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-20-15, 10:48 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,888
Posted By CT Sean

I mean I ordered a Comp. forum is not behaving...

I mean I ordered a Comp. forum is not behaving this morning. cant edit my post
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-20-15, 10:28 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,888
Posted By CT Sean

I orde a Como last week so I'll post what mine...

I orde a Como last week so I'll post what mine has when I pick it up from the shop.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-19-15, 09:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,085
Posted By CT Sean

They also upgrade the fork at the Comp level from...

They also upgrade the fork at the Comp level from the NEX with aluminum (I believe) lowers and steel stanchions to NCX with Mg lowers and Cro-mo stanchions for what is hopefully a respectable weight...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-09-15, 09:25 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 380,888
Posted By CT Sean

Can anyone confirm whether the '16 fork is in...

Can anyone confirm whether the '16 fork is in fact Air or Coil on the Comp?
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