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Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-07, 07:47 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,415,032
Posted By socaljoe

I had a Camelbak a few years ago, and it got all...

I had a Camelbak a few years ago, and it got all stanky when I left it sit without cleaning it once. I use bottles again now. Most people I know that use Camelbaks keep water in them and use their...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-07, 07:42 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,415,032
Posted By socaljoe

The white saddle will be pimp with whate...

The white saddle will be pimp with whate handlebar tape, especially with the white detail in the paint job. Go for it.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
01-07-07, 08:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 454
Posted By socaljoe

What Web Board Software is this?

Hi all...

Can some administrator on here tell me what web board software is used to power these forums? I need to set up some web forums to replace an aging Lyris Mail Server, and I like a lot of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-20-06, 10:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 454
Posted By socaljoe

does it really matter? Tape. no tape... just...

does it really matter? Tape. no tape... just ride the damn bike!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-02-06, 09:25 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 367
Posted By socaljoe

Last Friday in Denver...

Hey all...

Anyone here from Denver? Last Friday, I was visiting there and driving through downtown when I came across three cop cars and about 30 people on or with fixies just sitting around like...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-10-06, 01:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 603
Posted By socaljoe

I agree with the mediums for a size 9 shoe. I am...

I agree with the mediums for a size 9 shoe. I am a size 10 and have always bought large, but i could still get away with mediums. If you go too big, the steel loop on the clip where the strap...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-04-06, 12:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 467
Posted By socaljoe

Threadless, so its a 31.8mm diameter, right? ...

Threadless, so its a 31.8mm diameter, right? Either way, you should fine. It's the bars, if you can squeeze 'em together like that. I go with sawed-off drops. At first, the reach felt too short,...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
02-27-06, 09:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,575
Posted By socaljoe

Pronunciation of "keirin"

Stupid pronunciation question, I know... but which is it? k-eye-rin or k-ear-in?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-24-05, 02:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,358
Posted By socaljoe

How does that work out with chain tension? Don't...

How does that work out with chain tension? Don't you contantly feel like the chain is going to bounce off during the slack portions for the pedal stroke?

I had old Dura Ace with BioPace rings on...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-05, 02:08 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 398
Posted By socaljoe

Carbon and steel is good for dampening the road,...

Carbon and steel is good for dampening the road, it will probably just be more flexy than all carbon fiber. Not that there's anything wrong with that - I like a nice steel ride. When I got my first...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
12-24-05, 01:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 652
Posted By socaljoe

Yeah, something like that is way to big. Right...

Yeah, something like that is way to big. Right now I'm running 44x16, and I'm thinking of going smaller... maybe 39x15 or 16. That would be better with the hills I usually negotiate. I also run a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-07-05, 09:55 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,232
Posted By socaljoe

Well, if this happened while you were applying...

Well, if this happened while you were applying forward pressure on the pedals, then either the cog threads got stripped or like Kiecker said, you unweighted your rear wheel. Usually, you know you...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-05-05, 02:45 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,010
Posted By socaljoe

I've got rollers, and they're cool, but I'm going...

I've got rollers, and they're cool, but I'm going to buy a trainer too, because:

1) You can't vary resistance on regular rollers.
2) Sometimes (a lot of times) I want to zone out more than...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-05-05, 02:28 AM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,764,407
Posted By socaljoe

It's not odd... that's TOTALLY a transformers...

It's not odd... that's TOTALLY a transformers (more than meets the eye) fork crown, especially with the black paint detail that looks like eyes.

There was another thread recently asking what the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-02-05, 06:27 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,201
Posted By socaljoe

That's an interesting point. RoboTech and...

That's an interesting point.

RoboTech and Transformers were a little after my time, but I was big into Shogun Warriors and G-Force/Battle of the Planets. The idea of 5 NJS bikes that come...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-04-05, 11:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 437
Posted By socaljoe

I was originally going to go 3/32" on my first...

I was originally going to go 3/32" on my first conversion, but my LBS didn't have any 3/32" cogs or chainrings in that size, and I didn't want to wait, so I bought all new 1/8" parts. I simply...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-01-05, 09:16 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,764,407
Posted By socaljoe

You forget... simple = sweet in many cases. ...

You forget... simple = sweet in many cases. Shiny cottered cranks and a flat black paint job are cool, too. And nice job protecting your carpet with pieces of cardboard.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-29-05, 01:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 17,638
Posted By socaljoe

Have you thought about moustache handlebars? You...

Have you thought about moustache handlebars? You have varying positions like you get with drops because of the curves, and you also get insane leverage at the bar ends for climbs because they are so...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
10-28-05, 07:07 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 303
Posted By socaljoe

What web forum software is this?

I'm lookng for some good web forum software, and this ne works pretty well (at least i enjoy using it). Anyone know what it is, or how to contact an admin to find out?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-05, 04:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,436
Posted By socaljoe

Nevermind (unless you feel compelled to reply), I...

Nevermind (unless you feel compelled to reply), I just did a search and found a few threads that gave me some insight.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-05, 04:46 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,436
Posted By socaljoe

Thanks for the suggestions... on a different but...

Thanks for the suggestions... on a different but related subject, anyone have experience with those PowerGrip straps? The ones that go from the front og the pedal to the back and are not for use...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-05, 01:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 648
Posted By socaljoe

I think one-eighth looks cooler, for whatever...

I think one-eighth looks cooler, for whatever thats worth. All beefy.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-05, 01:19 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,716
Posted By socaljoe

Me too... or something like my co-worker Dan's...

Me too... or something like my co-worker Dan's Bike:

http://www.dankorn.com

I wanted to ride it the last time I was out in Chicago, but I never got the chance. Next time. Read the article at...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-05, 01:03 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,524
Posted By socaljoe

That's what I roll on the back of my bike......

That's what I roll on the back of my bike... cheap and strong, I think. But not flashy if you care about that. Use a Dura Ace lockring.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-05, 12:56 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,605
Posted By socaljoe

So hey, all you that have done this... would you...

So hey, all you that have done this... would you not suggest doing it if you're a heaver rider? I'm in the mid 220's down from 260 at the beginning of June, and still going (so don't laugh) but I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-05, 12:26 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 909
Posted By socaljoe

Interesting. What did you pay? I recently...

Interesting. What did you pay? I recently ixnayed my moustache bars because I just could not get used to them. These look like they have the extra leverage on the drop ends and the fairly old...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-26-05, 03:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,229
Posted By socaljoe

At San Diego they let a few people ride...

At San Diego they let a few people ride conversions or Langsters in the Begginer/Intermediate classes there, as long as there riding a fixed, not freewheel.

Riding behind some of them, I never...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-26-05, 03:47 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,436
Posted By socaljoe

Favorite Shoes for riding in clips/straps

What do you like? Sambas? Vans? Running shoes? Calf-high Doc Martens?

I tried running shoes - sucked, couldn't get in easily with all the nubbies on the tread. Using Vans skater shoes ringht...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-26-05, 03:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,524
Posted By socaljoe

Dude, the other day on the train these three guys...

Dude, the other day on the train these three guys that must work together or near each other were standing with their bikes by the door, and when I got on with my bike, one guy says "oh, look at this...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-26-05, 03:24 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,094
Posted By socaljoe

Hahaha! Good times.

Hahaha! Good times.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-26-05, 03:02 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,532
Posted By socaljoe

I haven't even touched my regular road bike since...

I haven't even touched my regular road bike since I finished my fixed gear 2 weeks ago, except to swap pedals to try using clipless on the fixed. I better get back on it though - I paid a lot of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-25-05, 09:26 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,603
Posted By socaljoe

In my bag at all times: 1.) Genuine...

In my bag at all times:

1.) Genuine Innovations Road Pump
2.) Tire Levers
3.) Two tubes
4.) Multi-tool
5.) 15mm box wrench
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-24-05, 06:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 524
Posted By socaljoe

Thanks all, and sorry for the typo in the thread...

Thanks all, and sorry for the typo in the thread title.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-24-05, 03:54 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 524
Posted By socaljoe

Sorry in advance if this has been covered, but a...

Sorry in advance if this has been covered, but a quick search before posting did not show me anything useful...

What brand of lockring do I need to use with a fairly inexpensive Suzue hub? I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-13-05, 07:16 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,764,407
Posted By socaljoe

Thanks, and regarding the chainring, I know... it...

Thanks, and regarding the chainring, I know... it was there, and it was available, it will be the first thing to go when I pick up a suitable replacement.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-13-05, 03:16 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,764,407
Posted By socaljoe

Longtime lurker, firsttime poster, at least to...

Longtime lurker, firsttime poster, at least to this thread.

My first conversion. I 'd done nothing to bike more complicated that changing a tire before this project. It's my old Raliegh Team...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
10-13-05, 03:11 PM
Replies: 1,289
Views: 133,705
Posted By socaljoe

This is a test Blah blah:

This is a test

Blah blah:
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
10-12-05, 10:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,162
Posted By socaljoe

Where do you find that information? I mean, I've...

Where do you find that information? I mean, I've never noticed a PSI rating on a rim.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
10-11-05, 12:58 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,162
Posted By socaljoe

Cool, and thanks everyone, I will check those...

Cool, and thanks everyone, I will check those out.

180psi, that's pretty high for a clincher... what are they rated at?
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
10-10-05, 12:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,162
Posted By socaljoe

Clinchers for track

Hey everybody...

Sorry if this has already been covered - when I searched the forum before posting, I saw some threads about it, but nothing that really covered what I was looking for.

I'm...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-07-05, 02:56 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,769
Posted By socaljoe

I always say "clipless" for click-in, like...

I always say "clipless" for click-in, like Shimano SPD, Speedplay, Crank Bros., or Look, and then "toe clips and straps" for normal pedals.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-05-05, 11:42 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,705
Posted By socaljoe

Anyone have tips about spray painting over...

Anyone have tips about spray painting over chrome, and spray painting over rust?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-04-05, 04:05 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,864
Posted By socaljoe

Subtle, yet scathing. Nice work. Check...

Subtle, yet scathing. Nice work.

Check again - as others have said, the Pista comes with a flip-flop, and drilled for the front brake. Which is weird, because it's always seemed to me more like...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-02-05, 12:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 19,138
Posted By socaljoe

I have the same problem. I've bought gloves that...

I have the same problem. I've bought gloves that are supposed to specialize in keeping weight of the ulnar nerve that runs down to your hand to your arm. They help a little, but it still happens.
...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
09-26-05, 01:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 806
Posted By socaljoe

I've wondered about this myself too. I've never...

I've wondered about this myself too. I've never seen a close up photo and seen anyone at the velodrome that does not just wrap the strap around the pedal and shoe the way you described (even then,...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-02-05, 11:22 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,337
Posted By socaljoe

Sounds reasonable. What make of derailleur?

Sounds reasonable. What make of derailleur?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-05, 11:04 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 3,373
Posted By socaljoe

I shave right now. I'll probably have to stop...

I shave right now. I'll probably have to stop soon, my wife hates it. Every time she notices that there's less stubble than their ought to be, I get the "I thought you were going to stop shaving!"...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-05, 01:27 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 4,538
Posted By socaljoe

I would say go with a double, but that's just cuz...

I would say go with a double, but that's just cuz personally, I've always thought from back in the day that doubles were for road bikes and triples were for mountain bikes. I also have this thought...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-05, 01:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 427
Posted By socaljoe

From the specs, they look almost identical. ...

From the specs, they look almost identical. Geometry is very close. Both Columbus SLX Aluminium and a carbon fiber fork. With this year's Elite, you get the little rubber "Zertz" inserts in the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-22-05, 01:32 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,664
Posted By socaljoe

How did you get the decals off? Was it difficult?

How did you get the decals off? Was it difficult?
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