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Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-01-21, 11:12 AM
Replies: 1,488
Views: 532,065
Posted By Cruiser2112

Thanks! It’s a kick in the pants to ride! It’s...

Thanks! It’s a kick in the pants to ride! It’s running a three speed Sturmy Archer hub in a 140mm cassette, the handlebars were made by Anthony Hobbs, Flying Machine Bike Co. in Fairfield CA. He...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-21, 11:18 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 7,882
Posted By Cruiser2112

2112...🤘🏻 & now you probably can guess what 50%...

2112...🤘🏻 & now you probably can guess what 50% of my passwords derive from! 🤣
Forum: Beach Cruisers
01-25-21, 06:54 PM
Replies: 1,488
Views: 532,065
Posted By Cruiser2112

I did it again...

I couldn’t pass at the opportunity to pick up this one-off frame designed by Anthony Hobbs (Flying Machine Bike Co.) & built by none other than Robert Belyea, founder of HBBC & now HB Cruisers.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-13-20, 01:19 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 14,837
Posted By Cruiser2112

The law of diminishing returns apply fully to...

The law of diminishing returns apply fully to this. Typically speakers used in mastering facilities are not using near field Studio monitors that are designed to specifically NOT “color” the sound...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-12-20, 01:02 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 14,837
Posted By Cruiser2112

Two wheeled insanity!

And I thought the custom cruiser world was whacked out of belief! I’ve seen $8K, $10K, $15K full custom show bikes that make this carbon fiber thing a joke. Even my prototype, 35mph. custom...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-28-20, 02:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,754
Posted By Cruiser2112

Two of his bikes were at OBC in Las Vegas last...

Two of his bikes were at OBC in Las Vegas last year, simply gorgeous pieces of work! 👍🏻🙏🏻🤘🏻
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-28-20, 11:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,295
Posted By Cruiser2112

Awesome work brother!🤘🏻👍🏻

Awesome work brother!🤘🏻👍🏻
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-28-20, 11:06 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,295
Posted By Cruiser2112

[QUOTE=dark_n_stormy;21687659]Just wanted to post...

[QUOTE=dark_n_stormy;21687659]Just wanted to post some final build pics for my C1. As some of you recall, I joined the group a few weeks ago after finally finding an Electra...ended up with a 24"...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-28-20, 10:44 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,018
Posted By Cruiser2112

Custom Brooks B133

[QUOTE=dark_n_stormy;21653069]Please post a pic if yo have one...also curious if these are secured with some kind of tamper-proof locking mech. Even with a a nice Torx type screw, I think that would...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-20, 12:20 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 24,821
Posted By Cruiser2112

It’s looking like my frame geometry & setup is...

It’s looking like my frame geometry & setup is just a tad bit different from the rest of those gorgeous road bikes but...you asked🤣...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-30-19, 10:54 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,752
Posted By Cruiser2112

Merry XMAS to me!

[QUOTE=xiaoman1;21257926]Well by now we've all had a chance to open open our gifts, what was under the tree for you this morning?
The best gift for me was a surprise visit from my daughter coming to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-19, 04:20 PM
Replies: 1,143
Views: 154,572
Posted By Cruiser2112

Artsy Fartsy!

Anthony Hobbs/Flying Machine Bike Co. custom E-Cruiser...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-19, 01:29 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 7,882
Posted By Cruiser2112

Welder Envy

I’ve been blessed to work with Anthony Hobbs & Flying Machine Bike Co. on three projects (2 mild mods & 1 full custom e-cruiser) & I am always thoroughly blown away by his ability to create new,...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-07-19, 09:06 PM
Replies: 1,064
Views: 1,043,816
Posted By Cruiser2112

[QUOTE=Sianelle;5681682]This is a thread where...

[QUOTE=Sianelle;5681682]This is a thread where you can show off your favourite pictures of your e.bike ride. I'll start the ball rolling with my own electric assisted Hercules.

Hercules looks...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-07-19, 06:52 PM
Replies: 1,488
Views: 532,065
Posted By Cruiser2112

It’s Electrifying!

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1361/b34181e5_2dc2_41c5_b7a5_d5020648e8b7_63453b712255b48ed4cd286d1a630b85f0debb2b.jpeg

Mildly modded Pedego ecruiser for the Mrs....
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-07-19, 06:17 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,199
Posted By Cruiser2112

The saddle is usually the FIRST thing I replace. ...

The saddle is usually the FIRST thing I replace. My all time favorite ass catcher, the Lepper Lounger Primus saddle in suede. Could ride for hours. Close 2nd, Brooks...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-07-19, 06:16 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,199
Posted By Cruiser2112

The saddle is usually the FIRST thing I replace. ...

The saddle is usually the FIRST thing I replace. My all time favorite ass catcher, the Lepper Lounger Primus saddle in suede. Could ride for hours. Close 2nd, Brooks...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-13-19, 09:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,190
Posted By Cruiser2112

How much??? Don't ask

Lost track of the expenses for this creation. Went with a 1300W front hub motor with dual 52V batteries wired in parallel just because the frame already weighed 78lbs. With motor, batteries, ECU &...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
07-23-19, 10:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,549
Posted By Cruiser2112

All I wanted was an Electric Cruiser...

So many people had a hand in completing this 2+ year project.
Anthony Hobbs/Flying Machine Bikes, initial design, frame, fork, rack & handlebar fabrication.
Mark Deezy, Sutter St. Cruisers, general...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
06-24-19, 12:35 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 26,066
Posted By Cruiser2112

Electra Tall Frame

I stumbled onto the Tall/XL frame Electra C1 a few years ago, its only available in a single speed but I've since swapped that out for a SA 3 spd. setup.

I've made a few other "changes" to the...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
03-25-19, 11:49 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 19,667
Posted By Cruiser2112

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1923/img_1939_99530903ff76a0b70ab4b9be7523b6aade892b27.jpg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-25-19, 11:17 AM
Replies: 272
Views: 32,248
Posted By Cruiser2112

Don't skip leg day. Oh wait, riding that IS leg...

Don't skip leg day. Oh wait, riding that IS leg day!
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
02-25-19, 01:51 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 32,019
Posted By Cruiser2112

I'll let you all know how this turns out. 1300W...

I'll let you all know how this turns out. 1300W FRONT hub motor on a custom cruiser. Had to fabricate a special torque arm for the springer fork to handle that power being sent to the front wheel. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-19, 01:43 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 19,949
Posted By Cruiser2112

Big bike needs big brakes

And now for something completely different...

In the realm of the custom cruiser & in this case custom e-bike world where a frame alone can weigh over 30lbs. standard rim brakes or (God forbid) a...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
01-21-19, 02:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,033
Posted By Cruiser2112

Two ways to go here. Swapping out a stem with a...

Two ways to go here. Swapping out a stem with a longer reach & angle will position & move the handlebars forward. If you still need more distance you can always switch to a threadless stem & then...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-30-18, 12:17 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 17,608
Posted By Cruiser2112

Fat Tires Rule!

As long ad you run/fork & frame can accommodate it, go nuts! https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1626/img_4650_6950c31cd2268333ee0db51d68ca5f4829d2e2af.jpg
BOA G 26\" x 3.45"...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-30-18, 12:09 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,890
Posted By Cruiser2112

Powder Coating is your friend

Granted I'm coming from the custom beach cruiser community but EVERY bike I've built or designed for a customer has always ended up at the powder room or paint shop. A road bike should never cost...
Forum: Introductions
10-07-18, 06:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 927
Posted By Cruiser2112

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x2000/img_6281_0018f523c3e8a1884bc08594c52a0b30605a2a0a.jpg

E-build montage...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
10-05-18, 12:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,715
Posted By Cruiser2112

was only 7 posts in at that time. Yay! Pics for...

was only 7 posts in at that time. Yay! Pics for ya.https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1316/img_0266_8c2aa6461eea450acf569c89baca63d4204f347d.jpg
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-28-18, 09:39 AM
Replies: 1,488
Views: 532,065
Posted By Cruiser2112

BEAUTIFUL!! Nice board tracker!

BEAUTIFUL!! Nice board tracker!
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-28-18, 12:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,754
Posted By Cruiser2112

E-Bike or Cruiser?

It started out as just an addition to the cruiser quiver until I realized that pedaling a 65lb. stretch custom cruiser up the street to my house was not gonna happen.

The stats. 1300W front hub...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-28-18, 12:16 AM
Replies: 1,488
Views: 532,065
Posted By Cruiser2112

Electra Retro/Resto Mod

Always lusted after a proper post war, Monark, Hawthorne, Schwinn or other classic cruiser. The irony was that a good candidate was "too expensive" to buy outright, now a few thousand $$ later I...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-27-18, 11:57 PM
Replies: 1,488
Views: 532,065
Posted By Cruiser2112

Tick...tick...tick

[QUOTE=Cruiser2112;20581915]
8 Posts till pictures!
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-27-18, 11:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,715
Posted By Cruiser2112

Monark Springer on Electra

Purely for the sake of comfort had a custom fork made up for the old Electra C1 by Anthony Hobbs. Might weigh 12lbs. more but...don't skip leg day!
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-25-18, 08:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 17,608
Posted By Cruiser2112

New rubber

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1626/img_4650_e99162c4a7772afe4218acb8ca77b1f11a6b6137.jpg
For a "stock" rim size & really anything under 50mm Schwalbe's Big Apple or Fat...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-25-18, 08:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 17,682
Posted By Cruiser2112

The tall frame C1 is a truly unique ride in that...

The tall frame C1 is a truly unique ride in that the seating position gives another 2" of rear travel for a more defined pedal forward user experience. If comfort is desired this is a much (IMHO)...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
09-24-18, 12:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,993
Posted By Cruiser2112

Ah yes, those truly were the days! Saw/chop,...

Ah yes, those truly were the days! Saw/chop, weld & paint. Voila! Custom bike!
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-24-18, 12:25 PM
Replies: 237
Views: 51,297
Posted By Cruiser2112

Cheating???

All they need to do is see an 8' long, almost 85lb. steel framed beast & they nod their heads in approval. 1300W front hub motor with dual 52V battery setup will still only get you 14-17mph.
Forum: Introductions
09-24-18, 12:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 927
Posted By Cruiser2112

Greetings from Nor Cal!

I suppose I've always been a "rider." Still have my old Bianchi Celeste from college in the 80's, still ride one of the last of the steel framed, hard tail Stump Jumpers & still love to do a nice 2+...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-18, 11:39 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 8,490
Posted By Cruiser2112

I keep seeing more "cargo bikes" popping up at...

I keep seeing more "cargo bikes" popping up at our farmers markets lately & even trailers/kid haulers equipped with a small electric motor. If you're going to be carrying 25+lbs. of goodies, kinda...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-23-18, 07:27 PM
Replies: 1,488
Views: 532,065
Posted By Cruiser2112

Custom Electra

9 posts till pics available
Forum: Beach Cruisers
09-17-18, 10:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 39,617
Posted By Cruiser2112

After trying a pair of "full moon" bars from HBBC...

After trying a pair of "full moon" bars from HBBC I ended up going to a custom fabricator & having him build me what I needed. Would be happy to forward references!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-18, 01:47 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 8,490
Posted By Cruiser2112

Cycle of life

It is a sad testament. At least in & around most of the beach & seaside communities on the West coast (New England, Gulf states too) there is a HUGE reliance on bicycles to make grocery & errand...
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