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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-24-14, 09:57 PM
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Posted By Panthers007

Nice Univega. And welcome aboard!

Nice Univega. And welcome aboard!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-21-14, 05:30 PM
Replies: 7,839
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Posted By Panthers007

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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-06-10, 11:40 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Nice bike and photos - So how does it ride? It's...

Nice bike and photos - So how does it ride? It's looks great - but I can see where the saddle is not the finest.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-01-10, 11:53 PM
Replies: 7,839
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Posted By Panthers007

Your attachment link isn't working. Please try...

Your attachment link isn't working. Please try again. Thanks!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-19-10, 02:06 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Blue & orange is the fiery cousin of blue &...

Blue & orange is the fiery cousin of blue & yellow. Very nice!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-05-10, 03:32 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

That 7.5 FX Is an excellent machine! Take it easy...

That 7.5 FX Is an excellent machine! Take it easy - in a vacant parking lot - how it handles and turns fast enough to make it dangerous. Unless you Take your time getting a hold on it in tight...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-25-09, 04:47 PM
Replies: 7,839
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Posted By Panthers007

Looks like a nice machine! Congratulations! And...

Looks like a nice machine! Congratulations! And Happy Holidays!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-01-09, 07:39 AM
Replies: 7,839
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Posted By Panthers007

I am rendered speechless. Wow.

I am rendered speechless. Wow.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-23-09, 08:37 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Most hybrids have a longer wheelbase than the...

Most hybrids have a longer wheelbase than the above bicycle shows, chipcom, but there's really no dyed-in-the-wool rule on such. It looks like a very nice rider. Have fun!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-03-09, 12:37 AM
Replies: 7,839
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Posted By Panthers007

Some day I hope to meet you - while holding a can...

Some day I hope to meet you - while holding a can of RAID!

How do you like the Masi, Saddle Up? How's the ride?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-10-09, 05:27 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Bike-shops don't make much money on selling new...

Bike-shops don't make much money on selling new bicycles. So you are, in essence, asking the shop to further reduce it's profit margin. And the shop has many hidden expenses that must be met - rent,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-08-09, 01:19 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

What he ^^^ said - Welcome Aboard! Thanks for...

What he ^^^ said - Welcome Aboard! Thanks for sharing your photo. Please do come back for any questions, ideas, or fun experiences. This new Hybrid Forum is welcoming all to the fold.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-07-09, 10:44 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

I collect 'em all! :eek: :lol:

I collect 'em all! :eek: :lol:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-07-09, 08:48 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

That's looking great, Ludd. Thanks for the good...

That's looking great, Ludd. Thanks for the good views! That's going in my Hybrid file. Still haven't run into <koff!> one here in Vermont. But I'm looking.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-03-09, 01:55 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

I see what you mean. I tossed the wheels on my...

I see what you mean. I tossed the wheels on my 2007 7.5 FX. Built up a set of 32-spoke Mavic A719 rims and Shimano Ultegra hubs 3X - laced. But that was just for starters...

...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-03-09, 12:46 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Nice photos! That looks to be a great area to...

Nice photos! That looks to be a great area to tour by bike. And it's cool to see you are using a pretty much stock Trek 7.5 FX. Has this bike caused you any problems? And would you recommend a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-29-09, 01:10 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Yes it is. The yellow water-bottle sets it off...

Yes it is. The yellow water-bottle sets it off very nicely, too. Yellow & blue are very complimentary colors.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-26-09, 08:13 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

In that no one can agree on even using the term...

In that no one can agree on even using the term 'hybrid,' the definition of these bikes is expandable to include a broad range of bicycles. Some may say they should be capable of limited off-road...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-24-09, 11:01 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

That is a handsome machine. Where was the photo...

That is a handsome machine. Where was the photo taken?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-18-09, 04:57 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

That's a nice Trek 7.2 bike. When did you first...

That's a nice Trek 7.2 bike. When did you first buy it? It certainly looks well maintained.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-10-09, 08:16 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

By 'danger' and such words/concepts of why the...

By 'danger' and such words/concepts of why the bar-ends should be capped: Impalement. In the event of an accident, this is a serious concern. But you're welcome to un-cork your art-genie and get...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-09-09, 08:01 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Bull Moose, eh? Cool. I had those on my $200...

Bull Moose, eh? Cool. I had those on my $200 Nashbar mtn. bike. The bike was canary-yellow. And they painted the handlebars, too! Ick!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-09-09, 07:39 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

That handlebar with the V-fork was popular on...

That handlebar with the V-fork was popular on mountain-bikes in the early 1980's. Then they vanished. They were heavy and sometimes poorly manufactured. Not always, though. Whatever - that's a very...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-09-09, 05:21 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

It does look great! It has actual wheels with...

It does look great! It has actual wheels with spokes! Not a radial fiasco up front with 18, or a 2X 24-spoke mess in back. Actual full-count spokes!

It's nice to see at least one company hasn't...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-08-09, 08:59 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Soon everyone will have bike-pics in front of...

Soon everyone will have bike-pics in front of white stoves. Why white? Why? :D
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-07-09, 01:54 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Trek 7.5 FX - 2007. That was my template for my...

Trek 7.5 FX - 2007. That was my template for my current custom hybrid. The frame is great! And the carbon-fork is holding-up well. Candy-Apple Red - I wish I could change the color to match my mirth...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-09, 06:34 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Looking good, Joe. Very Demonic! :D

Looking good, Joe. Very Demonic! :D
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-30-09, 03:32 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Now, now - don't pick on a paranoid schizophrenic...

Now, now - don't pick on a paranoid schizophrenic with a multiple personality disorder...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-27-09, 08:19 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

You will likely need to find something else. I...

You will likely need to find something else. I have a mirror attached to my helmet, which works quite well. You might consider that as an option. Mine is made by Cycle Aware:
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-27-09, 06:31 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

I'm intrigued by those new Ergon grips. Too bad...

I'm intrigued by those new Ergon grips. Too bad they cost a fortune - but probably worth it. I have the ones with the shorter 'horns' and they are great as well. Very nice machine you got there!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-26-09, 10:09 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Oh my! Look what the cat dragged in! :eek: I...

Oh my! Look what the cat dragged in! :eek:

I second keeping the Caution! and Danger! in place. Or make up a worse set to paste over them. If it has a MADE IN CHINA on the head-tube (as mine did),...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-24-09, 03:40 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

The angle you want to have them at is entirely up...

The angle you want to have them at is entirely up to the rider/owner. The 'hump' on them is to stretch your hand open a bit to counter possibly compressing the ulnar-nerve, which causes numbness and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-23-09, 09:48 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

I'm glad people are finally able now to speak...

I'm glad people are finally able now to speak about, and show renewed interest in, their Hybrid bicycles. I've been seeing a lot of folks around here re-discovering these fascinating machines. Rather...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-21-09, 08:38 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Yes I have - that's where it came from. But be...

Yes I have - that's where it came from. But be warned people - most of what they sell is trash that falls apart in your hands. I've heard nothing but complaints from people about their utter lack of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-21-09, 07:21 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

One of my myriad 'Finishing Touches' is where my...

One of my myriad 'Finishing Touches' is where my bike went today - it's been rainy and dismal. So up on the stand went Orkin for his new look - a lone Green spacer:
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-19-09, 05:40 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Geeze - like your something. This is what I got...

Geeze - like your something. This is what I got to see:
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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-17-09, 11:21 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Experimental extraction method for gold.

Experimental extraction method for gold.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-17-09, 08:09 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Stubborn? Moi? Try incorrigible. And not...

Stubborn? Moi? Try incorrigible.

And not 'moonshine.' That's way to easy. Try things like anhydrous diethyl-ether containing organic nitriles(cyanides).
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-16-09, 07:07 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

I also design large-scale extraction and...

I also design large-scale extraction and distillation devices for highly toxic and unstable chemicals.....Run! Run! Run for your lives!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-16-09, 06:40 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

The only reason it's standing there is because...

The only reason it's standing there is because you nailed it there! It's a Norwegian Blue - pining away for the fjords.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-16-09, 12:21 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

If they worked any better - they'd throw me up...

If they worked any better - they'd throw me up and over the handlebars. As stands - they are buttery-smooth, silent, and as powerful as I'd dare. Trying to get me killed? I'm from New England. Maybe...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-15-09, 11:26 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

I'm not touching them. They work as intended with...

I'm not touching them. They work as intended with 2mm distance. Thanks anywho.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-15-09, 11:10 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

I was going to say: Are those the original...

I was going to say: Are those the original wheels? But you've answered my query! Thanks...32 X3 laced is the way to go. After all - the wheels are, along with the brakes, the most important part(s)...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-15-09, 07:40 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Shop around for a better price if you're thinking...

Shop around for a better price if you're thinking of a purchase:

http://www.rei.com/product/793702
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-15-09, 06:47 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Was out cruisin' with my camera again. This was...

Was out cruisin' with my camera again. This was taken in Battery Park - where American cannons pounded British warships during the War of 1812.....
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-15-09, 05:42 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Very nice - indeed! As an aside, the most...

Very nice - indeed!

As an aside, the most informative - to the viewer - way to photograph a bicycle is from the drive-side so the derailleurs and cranks and all are manifested.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-12-09, 08:43 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Wow droobie - those are fine. I especially like...

Wow droobie - those are fine. I especially like the black one above to the right. It exudes a flavor of how fun it is to go good and fast and nimbly - while in the upright position. Too bad it's not...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-12-09, 07:48 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

Keep 'em coming! These are great! At long last -...

Keep 'em coming! These are great! At long last - no one throwing charcoal at us!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-12-09, 05:16 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

65'er - Trek isn't calling the carboniferous 7.9...

65'er - Trek isn't calling the carboniferous 7.9 FX a Hybrid anymore. They finally figured it out: Their warranty would drown 'em in debt when people went off-roading on the carbon 7.9.

The 7.9 FX...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-12-09, 11:03 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Panthers007

http://i424.photobucket.com/albums/pp323/nagognog/...

http://i424.photobucket.com/albums/pp323/nagognog/IMG_0485.jpg

http://i424.photobucket.com/albums/pp323/nagognog/IMG_0482.jpg

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I...
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