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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-18-18, 03:38 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today I realized I really like having a front...

Today I realized I really like having a front brake.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-12-18, 09:35 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today I installed the front brake and levers and...

Today I installed the front brake and levers and re-wrapped the bars. I like these levers a lot better than the Tektro 520's. I know, I know.. The SRAM levers are better still, but these will serve...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-09-18, 05:08 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

The only problem with the SRAM levers is the...

The only problem with the SRAM levers is the price. Best I found was 65 for the pair and that's a little steep for me. I went with a SRAM Apex front brake and I have the SRAM S300 crankset, so it...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-09-18, 01:52 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Thanks man. Angling them up a little bit...

Thanks man. Angling them up a little bit definitely helped. I rode 32 miles yesterday and stayed on the hoods the whole time and it felt pretty comfy. I got the Tektro RL520A levers and they feel a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-06-18, 03:15 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today I installed a front brake and drop levers...

Today I installed a front brake and drop levers for piece of mind and alternate hand positions. I don't hate the hoods, but I dont love them either. And I purchased a 50T chainring to run 50/15...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-10-18, 04:13 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today we opened with Castelli to ad to our...

Today we opened with Castelli to ad to our collection of cycling apparel which includes Garneau and Pearl Izumi. Excited to have access to Castelli products at EP pricing! :D
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-08-18, 10:33 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today I did my longest ride to date as a solo...

Today I did my longest ride to date as a solo metric century. Managed to maintain just over a 20mph average and my legs feel great. My lower back and my neck tho, they are feeling it.

...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-07-18, 07:05 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Keeping the bike upright on a "gnarly gravel...

Keeping the bike upright on a "gnarly gravel descent, about 1.2 miles long." Sure sounds like work to me! Nicely done!

My segment is part of my daily commute, so I hit it everyday. Strava says I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-05-18, 04:17 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today I got the Strava KOM on a segment I have...

Today I got the Strava KOM on a segment I have been working towards for months. I know a lot of people could care less about Strave and/or KOM, but to me it is a measurable way to gauge improvements...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-27-18, 08:01 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

I would love to ride in Georgia! My sister lives...

I would love to ride in Georgia! My sister lives just outside of Atlanta, but I never find time to bring the bike when I visit.



Quiet riding is so much nicer! My stem creak is gone as well...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-26-18, 08:23 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Nicely done Tim! I am just over 1100 for the...

Nicely done Tim! I am just over 1100 for the year, but only 21,000 ft of elevation :lol: Thanks Florida :thumb:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-20-18, 11:55 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

I had a similar issue awhile back that was the...

I had a similar issue awhile back that was the result of a loose chainring bolt.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-20-18, 10:19 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today I finally fixed a creaking issue I created...

Today I finally fixed a creaking issue I created by cutting my fork slightly too short and not having quite enough room for the stem to clamp down to.

Installed a Cane Creek 40 series shorty...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-07-18, 08:47 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

I am a runner more so than a cyclist. I have run...

I am a runner more so than a cyclist. I have run multiple 50k and 50 mile races and can tell you that cycling (specifically spinning at high rpms) does way more for the core than running does. Core...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-06-18, 12:29 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today I (yesterday I) replaced the bearings in my...

Today I (yesterday I) replaced the bearings in my rear hub will Phil Wood sealed bearings and they are buttery smooth! I also chopped down my steerer tube to clean up the cockpit.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-16-17, 09:40 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

They want you to forget to deactivate it so at...

They want you to forget to deactivate it so at the end of the month they can automatically charge your card the $99 fee for the year. It happens more often than you'd think.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-04-17, 07:36 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Last night was my first night driving for Uber....

Last night was my first night driving for Uber. Gonna do weekends and nights and all monies go into the cycling gear fund. :thumb:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-13-17, 11:34 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

It was after the UF vs LSU football game and...

It was after the UF vs LSU football game and there were thousands of people everywhere. They stopped for a second, and then drove off.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-12-17, 04:23 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Got *nudged* by a car over the weekend. They...

Got *nudged* by a car over the weekend. They gunned it through a stop sign on a side street and I barely avoided becoming a hood ornament. They hit my rear wheel and pancaked it. Had to carry the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-15-17, 08:49 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Finally getting back to normal after Hurricane...

Finally getting back to normal after Hurricane Irma came through. Haven't been able to really ride at all since last Friday. While cleaning up downed limbs and trees in the neighborhood, I sliced my...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-09-17, 08:38 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today will be my last ride for a few days....

Today will be my last ride for a few days. Currently preparing for Hurricane Irma. I hope everyone in the path of this storm stays smart and safe!!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-17, 04:27 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today I picked up a new Surly 17T cog from the...

Today I picked up a new Surly 17T cog from the LBS. Mine was seriously shark toothin it and I supposed this was the cause of a drivetrain creak, but after swapping it I still had it. After inspection...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-29-17, 08:36 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Oh yeah, I also won my first race on Saturday....

Oh yeah, I also won my first race on Saturday. Only 5 local riders, but 1st is 1st. lol
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-29-17, 08:35 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today (well last night) I did this, and I...

Today (well last night) I did this, and I couldn't be happier with how it turned out. :love:

http://i.imgur.com/K4RLAZH.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/pb25Awy.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-26-17, 04:39 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Riding is never boring

Riding is never boring
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-26-17, 02:42 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Tonight I have my first bicycle race ever. A...

Tonight I have my first bicycle race ever. A small, local, fixed gear crit race. Gonna be fun! Wish me luck!!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-25-17, 08:08 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Swapped from 44cm drops to 38cm drops and a 100mm...

Swapped from 44cm drops to 38cm drops and a 100mm stem to an 80mm stem and what a world of difference!! Much more comfortable for me and I feel the handling is a bit better.

Also switched back to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-19-17, 07:53 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today I extended my regular 7-12 mile commute to...

Today I extended my regular 7-12 mile commute to work to 27.5 miles. Now that school is back in session, I can start getting long rides in on Saturdays before work since the kiddos sleep in. Felt...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-18-17, 10:43 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Good to know! Thanks! my mistake

Good to know! Thanks! my mistake
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-18-17, 09:46 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

I ride with the S300's and I would not buy them...

I ride with the S300's and I would not buy them again. I have also been chasing a creak, and I have pretty much chalked it up the cheaper S300's. I think the splines where the cranks attach just have...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-18-17, 08:03 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today on my commute to work I took a turn too...

Today on my commute to work I took a turn too fast, resulting in my pedal clipping the ground, resulting in me being thrown from the bike. A little road rash and a freaked out wife, but all is okay....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-11-17, 01:36 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

That word is probably one of the most offensive...

That word is probably one of the most offensive words there are in the English language, IMO.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-05-17, 02:54 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Ocala does have some continuous rolling hills....

Ocala does have some continuous rolling hills. There is a Century ride every year that goes from Gainesville to Ocala through "Horse Country" called the "Horse Farm Hundred". 2250 ft of gain over 100...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-05-17, 12:44 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

I live in Gainesville, and if anyone says this...

I live in Gainesville, and if anyone says this place is hilly then they have never been out of the state. lol. :roflmao2:

The steepest hills here are just overpasses that cross I-75
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-05-17, 11:29 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

That's impressive Tim!! I don't think I have that...

That's impressive Tim!! I don't think I have that elevation gain for my entire year. lol. Florida eh
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-04-17, 12:45 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

What are you talking about? The earth is flat

What are you talking about? The earth is flat
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-02-17, 06:10 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Stay strong man. You got this

Stay strong man. You got this
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-01-17, 11:47 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Swapped from a 17t cog to an 18t cog this morning...

Swapped from a 17t cog to an 18t cog this morning and changed from a SRAM chain to the KMC 710SL in Gold. Not sure how I feel about the looks of the gold on my bike, but maybe it will grow on me.
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-01-17, 01:10 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today I had the pleasure of meeting this fine...

Today I had the pleasure of meeting this fine man.

Dad bikes 1,400 miles to hear deceased daughter's heartbeat on Father's Day - CBS News...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-01-17, 11:45 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

I replaced my 99% of my alcohol intake with...

I replaced my 99% of my alcohol intake with cannabis and it has done wonders for my health and fitness.

:thumb: Congrats on the anniversary
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-01-17, 08:06 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Today I discovered strava. oops

Today I discovered strava. oops
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-30-17, 12:46 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

ProGold ProLink Chain lube ...

ProGold ProLink Chain lube

https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0836/4641/products/ProGold_ProLink_Chain_Lube_4oz.jpg?v=1494391449

Always stays clean looking, even after wet rides.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-30-17, 11:55 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

I take my chain off and completely clean it with...

I take my chain off and completely clean it with a degreaser every 200 miles or so. Then apply ProGold lubricant to each chain bushing and roll them back and forth a little to set the lube. I love...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-30-17, 08:02 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

I assume you'll be posting pics?? :p

I assume you'll be posting pics?? :p
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-21-17, 10:58 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

I don't have a jersey. lol. I just wear a Tshirt...

I don't have a jersey. lol. I just wear a Tshirt and some liner shorts underneath athletic shorts. I know the benefit of tech pieces for riding, and I am all for it. I just don't have the means to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-20-17, 09:32 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Thanks! and yes, new bars are planned. I have...

Thanks! and yes, new bars are planned. I have some cheapo carbon straight bars coming in soon to try. I also want to try some compact drops and see how it rides.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-20-17, 08:19 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Yesterday I did my longest ride to date. 62 miles...

Yesterday I did my longest ride to date. 62 miles solo and held an average of 19mph. :D

The diamond frame doesn't have anywhere for bottle cage mounts, so I had to get creative. Electrical tape...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-17, 08:07 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

No, plastic. But now I am on the search :lol:

No, plastic. But now I am on the search
:lol:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-16-17, 07:59 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

Found this at the gas station on my ride into...

Found this at the gas station on my ride into work this morning and grabbed it because of the conversation in this thread and damn... it's pretty refreshing! :thumb:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-15-17, 07:56 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,596
Posted By UltraManDan

:thumb:Today I hit a new personal top speed on my...

:thumb:Today I hit a new personal top speed on my commute to work. 36.5 mph on a slight downhill. With my gear ratio this put my rpm's at 165.
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