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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-06-17, 04:46 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 51,896
Posted By puppypilgrim

Er, I kinda did a similar with a Dahin I used to...

Er, I kinda did a similar with a Dahin I used to own.

https://www.bikeforums.net/folding-bikes/551575-i-ve-dutchi-fied-my-dahon.html
Forum: Folding Bikes
08-03-15, 01:29 PM
Replies: 480
Views: 156,669
Posted By puppypilgrim

A lovely build. Thank you for sharing.

A lovely build. Thank you for sharing.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-15-15, 10:44 PM
Replies: 2,784
Views: 603,897
Posted By puppypilgrim

TT, I am 49 this year. Wish I could catch a plane...

TT, I am 49 this year. Wish I could catch a plane to where you are and ride your bikes! I'm 5' 5.5" and would probably fit. :-)
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
05-22-14, 09:59 AM
Replies: 1,759
Views: 121,599
Posted By puppypilgrim

Armstrong is guilty, no question. But when you...

Armstrong is guilty, no question. But when you look at the history of doping in professional sports, it is clear the trickle down effect is pervasive except maybe in curling.

Ex-49er In Class...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
05-13-14, 10:34 AM
Replies: 1,759
Views: 121,599
Posted By puppypilgrim

Sorry, I'm so late to this thread, but WITHOUT a...

Sorry, I'm so late to this thread, but WITHOUT a doubt, Merckx for all the reasons you gave. But Merckx rode during the era of highly individual TdFs not the completely team strategized,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-14-14, 11:16 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 946
Posted By puppypilgrim

Yeah top tube fit is everything. Standover...

Yeah top tube fit is everything. Standover comes is way second.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-14, 08:58 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 16,894
Posted By puppypilgrim

Tejano, I love the wrench on the bike's downtube!...

Tejano, I love the wrench on the bike's downtube!
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Forum: Utility Cycling
02-26-14, 01:06 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,270
Posted By puppypilgrim

Hi Ty, Wow! That is a thread from a long...

Hi Ty,

Wow! That is a thread from a long time ago. I have since left the city and moved to the rural country in the mountains living amidst wild deer, bears, moose, wolves and lynx. When I left...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-24-12, 12:31 AM
Replies: 1,013
Views: 304,511
Posted By puppypilgrim

I turn 46 later this year and just tuned up my...

I turn 46 later this year and just tuned up my bikes and went for a ride today. It was my first real ride of 2012. Its windy where I live and there is usually a coastal wind that blows in the mid...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-09-12, 10:10 PM
Replies: 2,784
Views: 603,897
Posted By puppypilgrim

http://vimeo.com/36474608

http://vimeo.com/36474608
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-01-12, 11:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,233
Posted By puppypilgrim

Fantastic pics of the er, blondes and bikes! The...

Fantastic pics of the er, blondes and bikes! The food pics make me soooo hungry!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-18-11, 02:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,310
Posted By puppypilgrim

Depending on your strength and fitness level,...

Depending on your strength and fitness level, something between 68-75 gear inches. You may have to push up a hill. I rode from Vancouver, BC to Seattle on a 72 gear inch fixed gear and had to push...
Forum: Touring
09-24-11, 10:55 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 9,283
Posted By puppypilgrim

Machka, I visited your website and read your...

Machka,

I visited your website and read your love story. How wonderful!

Thank you for sharing.

Victor
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-24-11, 01:46 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 30,702
Posted By puppypilgrim

My bike looks like this now for city riding. The...

My bike looks like this now for city riding. The handlebars are from an old Raleigh 3-speed making it quite perfect for city riding. The basket is very handy for getting groceries or carrying...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-24-11, 01:02 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 30,702
Posted By puppypilgrim

Arson, I dunno if you mean the OP (me) or...

Arson,

I dunno if you mean the OP (me) or the previous poster. In any case, since I'm trying to be helpful and feeling generous after my second cup of coffee, I am 5' 5.5" and about 150 lbs.
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-24-11, 12:32 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 30,702
Posted By puppypilgrim

I don't really know about Quebec -- as you well...

I don't really know about Quebec -- as you well know, they have a rather "different" way of doing things than the rest of Canada. For BC, it was only 12% HST as the bike was recognized as being...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-11, 12:03 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 77,016
Posted By puppypilgrim

Quick update, I'm now running 46x20 FW (that's...

Quick update, I'm now running 46x20 FW (that's freewheel) for a singlespeed of 61-62 gear inches.

Its not slowing me down any and if anything, my average speed as increased as I am accelerating...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-01-11, 01:07 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,090
Posted By puppypilgrim

Get a Kilo TT. Change the pedals and saddle. ...

Get a Kilo TT. Change the pedals and saddle. Mount Michelin Krylions at the first puncture of the OEM tires. Live happily ever after. Oh yeah and install at least the front brake.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
08-22-11, 11:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,660
Posted By puppypilgrim

1) Ride your own pace. 2) Eat and drink well...

1) Ride your own pace.

2) Eat and drink well before you feel like giving up. Unless you have a medical, feelings of "I can't do this" and other emotions of despair are usually signs of bonking. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-20-11, 01:58 AM
Replies: 11,193
Views: 1,385,411
Posted By puppypilgrim

Kilo with flipped bars kinda like Lauterwasser or...

Kilo with flipped bars kinda like Lauterwasser or North Roads.

http://i56.tinypic.com/6qe1yp.jpg

http://i55.tinypic.com/24qk38j.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-19-11, 11:42 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 7,853
Posted By puppypilgrim

Its not about the bike. If your heart is there,...

Its not about the bike. If your heart is there, you'll do it. Choose your one gear sensibly and if its too steep walk it. It doesn't get more complicated than that.

For touring, I would...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-16-11, 02:01 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,429
Posted By puppypilgrim

Many people make the mistake of thinking they can...

Many people make the mistake of thinking they can "buy performance" going up hills.

The best way to go faster on hills is to lose excess bodyweight. Using Tour de France (elite cyclists) as a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-16-11, 01:37 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 7,853
Posted By puppypilgrim

Sorry been too busy to log into SSFG lately. ...

Sorry been too busy to log into SSFG lately.

Squirrelli and I just rode up Cypress Mountain today. I did this mountain twice now in 2 weeks. Here are pics and elevation profile:...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-16-11, 01:14 AM
Replies: 1,013
Views: 304,511
Posted By puppypilgrim

Just rode up a mountain for the second time in as...

Just rode up a mountain for the second time in as many weeks. This is the elevation profile:...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-16-11, 12:41 AM
Replies: 1,013
Views: 304,511
Posted By puppypilgrim

After logging more miles this summer, I did some...

After logging more miles this summer, I did some mods tonight. Hacksaw + file + hammer + screwdriver = slammed stem.

Its definitely a position that is more comfortable for maximal efforts. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-16-11, 12:38 AM
Replies: 1,013
Views: 304,511
Posted By puppypilgrim

The bike is a Mercier Kilo TT stripper (no...

The bike is a Mercier Kilo TT stripper (no decals) in chrome - size 47 cm.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-30-11, 01:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 706
Posted By puppypilgrim

Best part of the Kilo is the frame and front and...

Best part of the Kilo is the frame and front and rear brakes. I have changed the pedals, toe cages, straps, handlebars, saddle, chainring and added a cog. The brakes are pretty exceptional mfor feel...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-24-11, 02:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,311
Posted By puppypilgrim

Dahon squeaking SOLVED

Finally, was able to remove the seat post shim in my Dahon Helios, greased it (not oil!), greased the seat collar and voila~ no more squeaking!
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-24-11, 01:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,217
Posted By puppypilgrim

Very nice!

Very nice!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-22-11, 06:31 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,688
Posted By puppypilgrim

I'd get it. I don't like deformed, carbon...

I'd get it. I don't like deformed, carbon monstrosities. I like bikes to look like bikes.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-21-11, 12:31 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,604
Posted By puppypilgrim

There is no shame in walking. Even a flip flop...

There is no shame in walking. Even a flip flop hub has three speeds. Left side, right side and two feet = 3 speeds. When you choose to ride a singlespeed or fixed gear, you voluntarily selected a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-16-11, 12:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,238
Posted By puppypilgrim

Redline 925? Congrats! Ride it. Tweak it,...

Redline 925? Congrats! Ride it. Tweak it, modify it once parts wear out. Love it.

I got a Kilo TT in chrome at 47cm. Fit is very very good and I've been trying different things on it and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-16-11, 12:08 AM
Replies: 1,013
Views: 304,511
Posted By puppypilgrim

http://i54.tinypic.com/2pq9lyc.jpg ...

http://i54.tinypic.com/2pq9lyc.jpg

http://i55.tinypic.com/21mt0lv.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-16-11, 12:06 AM
Replies: 11,193
Views: 1,385,411
Posted By puppypilgrim

http://i54.tinypic.com/2r4hdty.jpg

http://i54.tinypic.com/2r4hdty.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-10-11, 12:56 AM
Replies: 1,013
Views: 304,511
Posted By puppypilgrim

TT, what frame is that? I wasn't aware anyone...

TT, what frame is that? I wasn't aware anyone made a FG for 650c.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-25-11, 12:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,180
Posted By puppypilgrim

For long distance touring, bike fit is critical....

For long distance touring, bike fit is critical. The Surly will be fine as a frame. Make sure you can run the size of tire you ne Ed for the total weight on the bike and the terrain you plan to ride....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-24-11, 12:34 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,695
Posted By puppypilgrim

For me, riding FG is liberating. It's limitation...

For me, riding FG is liberating. It's limitation is a self-embraced choice for expression within a single gear. I feel powerful on an FG. On the road, I keep up with my friends on $5000 bikes and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-23-11, 12:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 625
Posted By puppypilgrim

If your 5 mile course does not have many traffic...

If your 5 mile course does not have many traffic lights or road conditions where you need to start and stop, you need to be at 80-95 cadence throughout for training purposes.

To achieve this, you...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-22-11, 09:36 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,179
Posted By puppypilgrim

I don't miss the hoods on my setup. Will prob....

I don't miss the hoods on my setup. Will prob. zip tie some bottle cages next long trip. Short city rides are fine. I would still use a bag of sorts for my tools and the stuff I need.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-21-11, 09:41 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,494
Posted By puppypilgrim

I've done medium distance rides over the past two...

I've done medium distance rides over the past two weekends on 48/18 (72 gear inches). If the slopes are long and progressive, its not a problem. If the slope is short and steep (double digit...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-20-11, 08:59 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,179
Posted By puppypilgrim

My backpack contents: - pump - 2 x 700c x...

My backpack contents:

- pump
- 2 x 700c x 23 tubes
- patch kit
- Park Tools multitool (allen wrenches and screwdrivers)
- tire levers
- 15mm wrench
- cone wrench and adjustable wrench for...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-20-11, 08:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,179
Posted By puppypilgrim

Part 2 - Continued

Here are the ride profiles for both days. There were more hills on Day 2.

Day 1 Ride Profile
http://www.mapmyride.com/routes/view/35596554

Day 2 Ride Profile...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-20-11, 08:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,179
Posted By puppypilgrim

240 Km from Vancouver to Seattle on a fixed gear

This past weekend, I participated in the 2011 Ride to Conquer Cancer which takes the riders from Cloverdale (aka Vancouver area, to Snohomish aka Seattle) a ride which covers approximately 240...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-16-11, 11:43 AM
Replies: 3,232
Views: 264,418
Posted By puppypilgrim

Holy *****. That's some serious poundage. Now...

Holy *****. That's some serious poundage. Now I know why you were looking for a Cinelli Alter stem back in 2006.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-14-11, 10:46 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,608
Posted By puppypilgrim

Them state troopers love handing out speeding...

Them state troopers love handing out speeding tickets to Canadians who speed on Hwy 5 ... heh heh. Gotta contribute to state revenue I guess...LOL
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-14-11, 09:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,319
Posted By puppypilgrim

OK, Look at this picture below: ...

OK, Look at this picture below:

http://i51.tinypic.com/miytk2.jpg

It shows me, 5' 5.5" with an inseam of 28.5" on a 47cm Kilo TT Stripper Chrome. The standover is perfect except the top tube...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-14-11, 08:58 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,608
Posted By puppypilgrim

http://i56.tinypic.com/24pkz08.jpg Now with...

http://i56.tinypic.com/24pkz08.jpg

Now with 120mm stem and Blue Continental Ultra Sports tires. Rear rack removed.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-14-11, 09:23 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,608
Posted By puppypilgrim

Prabuddhadg that is exactly the reason I chose to...

Prabuddhadg that is exactly the reason I chose to do the ride on a fixed gear - "You makes yer choice, and yer live by it." Telling you what ratio to use is pointless. Only you know your own...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-14-11, 09:13 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,047
Posted By puppypilgrim

I use PAC Ultimate (one size down from the O.S....

I use PAC Ultimate (one size down from the O.S. Ultimate) to buy groceries just two days ago. The size of the bag expands along with expansion straps that allow me to close the bag and ride with no...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-13-11, 10:19 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,608
Posted By puppypilgrim

We did this ride to learn more about ourselves...

We did this ride to learn more about ourselves (i.e. self-discovery) and to learn more about our bikes and the fit we were able to achieve for longer rides and to enjoy some overnight touring. Being...
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