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Forum: Commuting
05-02-13, 10:37 AM
Replies: 220
Views: 13,511
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Its called classical conditioning. Mace...

Its called classical conditioning. Mace them...each and every time they try to get to you. The dogs will associate you with the mace pain and no go near you. Its the oppisite effect of tossing a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-06-11, 08:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,181
Posted By 4SEVEN3

+1 Their products are of excellent quality and...

+1
Their products are of excellent quality and price, made in the USA to boot!:thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-11, 06:43 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 8,488
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Im currently blue collar, or should I say brown...

Im currently blue collar, or should I say brown collar. I currently work on sewer lift stations and my days can be really lax or very physically demanding. Ive cracked into the medical field and hope...
Forum: Commuting
08-05-10, 04:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 641
Posted By 4SEVEN3

I think a touring frae would be perfect for what...

I think a touring frae would be perfect for what your wanting....Maybe one from Nashbar or Performance? Some decent wheels with the 28mm tires you like and build it up with 105 of some kind (dosent...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-04-10, 03:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 553
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Ride what your used to.:thumb:

Ride what your used to.:thumb:
Forum: Commuting
08-04-10, 12:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,673
Posted By 4SEVEN3

What are yall doing to your poor chains! dunking...

What are yall doing to your poor chains! dunking them in lube....using chainsaw oil...???

To really clean i use Simple green in a 2 liter bottle (as said before) shake, agitate, soak for as long...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-29-10, 09:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 896
Posted By 4SEVEN3

I think there are a few factors to determine. Are...

I think there are a few factors to determine. Are you going to go to 10 speed? if so I dont think your shifters will work being that there 9 speed. As for what group, I asked the same thing and one...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-28-10, 10:22 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 28,648
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Carbon cracks.....aluminum bends. Once you have a...

Carbon cracks.....aluminum bends. Once you have a crack in a carbon frame your looking at a possible catastrophic failure while the aluminum could be ridden if its only dented.

Plus...what kind of...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-28-10, 09:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 466
Posted By 4SEVEN3

I keep hearing that egg beaters are the way to...

I keep hearing that egg beaters are the way to go. Im a big fan of the shimano M520, ive had rocks, mud, sticks, ice/snow and small animals stuck in them and they work beautifully!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-28-10, 09:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 508
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Thanks for the replies! Yeah...Im fairly...

Thanks for the replies!

Yeah...Im fairly cautious about the whole stick in the derailer issue...and Im just tryin to build something that is really reliable, stay on the light(er) side of things...
Forum: Commuting
07-27-10, 05:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 945
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Im a big fan of the Fizik Arione. Terry makes a...

Im a big fan of the Fizik Arione. Terry makes a few mens saddles that i hear are good as well. I think Wall Bike has a really good return policy on their Brooks saddles that they sell if you go the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-27-10, 05:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 508
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Just a couple of questions....

Im getting a cross bike here soon. I plan to make it into a commuter as its primary mission, with general riding and hit some of the awesome single track right near the house as a bonus!

So im...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-27-10, 04:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,457
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Im so excited about getting my cross bike. You...

Im so excited about getting my cross bike. You guys/gals are motovating and im excited about getting into a new form of cycling!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-24-10, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 872
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Im trying to figure out my sizing as well. I was...

Im trying to figure out my sizing as well. I was at Performance Bike (my part-time employer) and hopped on a 54cm cross bike (i ride a 54cm road) and there was no room for "the boys". I asked my...
Forum: Commuting
07-20-10, 09:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,030
Posted By 4SEVEN3

as said above, if the frame you have works,...

as said above, if the frame you have works, rebuild it and get exactly what you want.......youll learn a lot building, and youll have something thats truly yours!
Forum: Commuting
07-04-10, 08:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 873
Posted By 4SEVEN3

How do you like that Topeak bag? Your bike looks...

How do you like that Topeak bag? Your bike looks good.....and your totally right...you dont have to spend a lot for a good reliable ride...I think half the fun is finding the deals on things you need.
Forum: Commuting
07-04-10, 08:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,572
Posted By 4SEVEN3

How large are these zip-ties you guys are using?...

How large are these zip-ties you guys are using? I tied mine up the same way but I used heavy weight ties....id guess there 1/4in wide and maybe a foot long to start with. I used 3 on top and 2 on...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-02-10, 05:44 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,392
Posted By 4SEVEN3

In a room with a view..:thumb: ...

In a room with a view..:thumb:

http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploads17/IMG00186+20100606+13521278114188.jpg
Forum: Commuting
06-23-10, 06:18 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,324
Posted By 4SEVEN3

I got a set of Wald folding baskets for my rear...

I got a set of Wald folding baskets for my rear rack. I carry a backpack too and dont want to have to worry about toting a pannier plus I can take my small grocery trips home easily...plus there...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-10, 07:45 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,135
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Ship it man!!! You love it to death,:love:...

Ship it man!!!

You love it to death,:love: why part with it? Box it yourself....then you know your baby is packed up right with some TLC. Bike boxes can be found easily....stuff other soft items...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-10, 06:05 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,568
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Water, water, water and slow down. Watch for...

Water, water, water and slow down. Watch for signs of dehydration and heat exhaustion.
Dont forget sunscreen....
Forum: Commuting
06-20-10, 04:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 17,572
Posted By 4SEVEN3

I just mounted mine yesterday, and found without...

I just mounted mine yesterday, and found without a lot of trial and error that I had heelstrike with the basket mounted even with the back of my Topeak rack. Im planning on moving it back a inch or...
Forum: Southeast
06-16-10, 08:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 957
Posted By 4SEVEN3

I would! Google Greensboro Velo Club and the MTB...

I would! Google Greensboro Velo Club and the MTB part Fat Tire Society. Greensboro is 30 min from Winston and worth the trip for some good riding! Ufortunatrly I don't know much about the riding that...
Forum: Commuting
06-11-10, 06:44 PM
Replies: 211
Views: 8,777
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Im currently working in the water resources...

Im currently working in the water resources department for the city. Im on the sewer side of things, working to maintain lift stations, forced mains, airvalves, cramming myself into manholes to make...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-28-09, 04:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 520
Posted By 4SEVEN3

:) +1 on the Surly forks. I have the 1x1...

:) +1 on the Surly forks.

I have the 1x1 forks and have really been impressed with the ride and the build quality. Like the Karate Monkey's listed above they have v-brake tabs but I use the disk...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-08-09, 12:48 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,416
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Congrats!!! I like to see folks from other land...

Congrats!!! I like to see folks from other land go through the proper channels to become a proper citizen....I know it can be a long hard journey. We hear of so many "illegals" these days its...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-08-09, 12:40 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,158
Posted By 4SEVEN3

You know Buffet is actually a acronym.... Big ...

You know Buffet is actually a acronym....
Big
Ugly
Fat
Folks
Eating
Together

Me and a co-worker crack on each other all the time about our weight...its all in good fun...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-09, 10:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,013
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Its actually a 2400 if you look at the decals on...

Its actually a 2400 if you look at the decals on the bike!!!

and the rear fender is sitting on the tire...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-16-09, 09:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,184
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Does the fork have rebound (Im not totally...

Does the fork have rebound (Im not totally familiar with it), If your rebound is too tight it can cause the fork to pack up and eventually bottom out.

Possibility theres something wrong with the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-16-09, 09:36 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 11,707
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Id like to see that in action!!!

Id like to see that in action!!!
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-16-09, 09:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,184
Posted By 4SEVEN3

If you have your sag get correct I think your...

If you have your sag get correct I think your barking up the wrong tree. You need to get the sag correct, then play with your compression and rebound settings I believe that is where your problem...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-06-09, 09:14 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,378
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Ive got a old pair of riding shorts that have a...

Ive got a old pair of riding shorts that have a hole in them....I wont get rid of them beacuse I can use them under my cold weather tights....Beanz...seriously......wear the new gloves and put those...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-03-09, 06:06 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,305
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Welcome!!!!:love:

Welcome!!!!:love:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-02-09, 10:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 559
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Man the Electras are awesome!!! If I could...

Man the Electras are awesome!!! If I could justify owning a 4th bike I would get myself one!
My wife has a townie 21 with 26in wheels and suspension front fork, she liked the ride of it better than...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-01-09, 11:43 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,898
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Well have to get a group together for the...

Well have to get a group together for the Livestrong Challenge! As of now, Im getting my stuff in order to start collecting funds in a BIG way and get to Austin.

I want to log more...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-28-08, 11:25 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,539
Posted By 4SEVEN3

You know...in the Marines there was always that...

You know...in the Marines there was always that 10%. Even since Ive been posting here in the Clyes/Athena's board I have yet to see that 10%.:D

lil brown bat, sugah, I think your that 10% around...
Forum: Commuting
12-28-08, 10:32 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,386,168
Posted By 4SEVEN3

That,s what it is about right...

That,s what it is about right there......inexpensive, saving something perfectly good from the trash, and making it yours!

Nice job!!:thumb:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-27-08, 04:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 729
Posted By 4SEVEN3

If comfort is paramount, and your cruising the...

If comfort is paramount, and your cruising the park, I would consider an Electra Townie. Its comfy, shell be able to flatfoot the bike while on the seat, it comes in a variety of colors and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-26-08, 10:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,608
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Dude...Doc's can be the WORST!!!!! espically...

Dude...Doc's can be the WORST!!!!! espically cheap ones!!!:mad::mad:

Ive dealt with that type before and Id rather castrate myself than go through all that hassle!

when I sell/buy something....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-26-08, 10:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,029
Posted By 4SEVEN3

+1 on the cable issues. I had similar problems on...

+1 on the cable issues. I had similar problems on my MTB commuter. They were original cables/housings and I had ghost shifting, bad derailuer alignment to the cogs, just general crappy performance.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-26-08, 10:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,371
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Here is what I was thinking for a tripod....... ...

Here is what I was thinking for a tripod.......

http://www.thinkgeek.com/images/products/additional/large/gorilla_pod_add3.jpg

Its called a Gorilla Pod and they have 2 sized, one for small...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-26-08, 09:47 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,559
Posted By 4SEVEN3

What model is that??? My ride partner/neighbor...

What model is that??? My ride partner/neighbor has a Fuji Pro and loves it!!!!
Good Lookin bike!!!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-26-08, 09:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 468
Posted By 4SEVEN3

You know, I was able to aquire a fence post from...

You know, I was able to aquire a fence post from a fence co. while doing buisness there for work. I was going to turn it into a Festivus pole for the front yard; add a little sign at the bottom and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-26-08, 09:10 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,559
Posted By 4SEVEN3

I had a really good Christmas this year. I got...

I had a really good Christmas this year.
I got a semi-suprise visit from my Mom.....called on a Sunday...flew out on a Thurs. This was 2 weeks agao, but still a awesome suprise!!! She stayed 4 days!...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-26-08, 07:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,371
Posted By 4SEVEN3

BCIPam, I think you are correct, I should buy...

BCIPam, I think you are correct, I should buy something decent, and those are some awesome shots!!!

Hopefully this weekend the sales papers will have some good deals going on. I dont want to spend...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-26-08, 07:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 495
Posted By 4SEVEN3

We went for a ride yesterday too. I got some...

We went for a ride yesterday too. I got some pics...

Target
http://forums.pelicanparts.com/uploads14/12+25+08_17041230341672.jpg

Best Buy...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-26-08, 07:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 896
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Howdy from Whitsett NC(west of Burlington on...

Howdy from Whitsett NC(west of Burlington on 40/85!) Hope all is well this weekend!

Welcome to the forums.....this section in paticular is awesome, lots of great folks and lots of great advice...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-26-08, 10:56 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,371
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Wow.....once again, great shots!!!! jujulio,...

Wow.....once again, great shots!!!! jujulio, Thanks for the link Ill put it to good use and read up!!!

Hostorian, Thats a really, really cool pic!!!

I thought this was a cool take on the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-25-08, 11:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,371
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Carrying a camera??

Ive noticed a lot of you post up with some awesome ride pics frequently. :thumb:
Im interested in taking some pics while on rides. I have a nice camera (SLR type) thats too big to carry, nor do I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-25-08, 11:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 499
Posted By 4SEVEN3

Yeah, I try to not listen to the...

Yeah, I try to not listen to the weatherman...espically this time of year. The only thing he's good for is getting the temp right.....

I got in a nice 20 miler today with my ride partner across...
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