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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-10-09, 01:17 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,255
Posted By Nims

Ok, so here's a question. WTF is with those...

Ok, so here's a question. WTF is with those handlebars?

-J!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-10-09, 12:45 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,255
Posted By Nims

I have no desire to sell it. The options would be...

I have no desire to sell it. The options would be either I clean it up for him and he sells it, or (my choice) I buy it cheap, clean it up and ride it as is! It's really growing on me as I look at...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-10-09, 12:39 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,255
Posted By Nims

This is the only section I ever really posted in,...

This is the only section I ever really posted in, sorry if it's not the right spot. He's a friend so I'm not looking to rip him off. I suppose I'll say it has some value, but also needs quite a bit...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-10-09, 11:52 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,255
Posted By Nims

Yeah I'm definitely going to clean it up. So...

Yeah I'm definitely going to clean it up. So here's the question. If I want to offer to buy it, what's a fair price? What would you pay for it as is on CL?

And yeah, the saddle rocks. He said it...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-10-09, 11:44 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,255
Posted By Nims

The junking part was a joke. I honestly have 0...

The junking part was a joke. I honestly have 0 idea what it's worth though. The real options are:

1) Tell him to put it on CL (for how much?)
2) Clean it up and give it back (road bike)
3) Clean...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-10-09, 11:38 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,255
Posted By Nims

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_huGrFZE7QvE/SbakOkRlwPI/AAAA...

http://lh6.ggpht.com/_huGrFZE7QvE/SbakOkRlwPI/AAAAAAAAFCs/hP6qfDe3BSg/s800/IMG_4485.JPG
http://lh3.ggpht.com/_huGrFZE7QvE/SbakPgISEGI/AAAAAAAAFC0/CP3-gNiwnNc/s800/IMG_4486.JPG...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-10-09, 11:38 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,255
Posted By Nims

Should I sell/convert/junk this? Somec/Campy

Hey guys. Long time no post.

My neighbor asked me the other day if his old bike is worth anything or if he should junk it. I want to be honest, but I really don't know what to tell him it's worth....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-03-08, 09:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,668
Posted By Nims

No please don't. Teflon tape will not help...

No please don't. Teflon tape will not help anything in this situation. It is made for use with tapered pipe threads and it doesn't even work well in that application. Never use teflon tape on your...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-28-08, 11:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 545
Posted By Nims

I have two bikes with powergrips and MKS GR-9...

I have two bikes with powergrips and MKS GR-9 *****es! Love em.

$19.99 from Bens. http://www.benscycle.net/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=188_246_849&products_id=472...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-27-08, 12:30 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,758
Posted By Nims

http://wherearethedogshumping.com/fiscal-responsib...

http://wherearethedogshumping.com/fiscal-responsibility.jpg
http://wherearethedogshumping.com/fiscal-responsibility.jpg


You guys should give some credit for the borrowed/chopped pics (Not...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-27-08, 11:01 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 22,433
Posted By Nims

55x12 probably won't be hard enough for you. You...

55x12 probably won't be hard enough for you. You should offer a taxi-esque service where people just ride on your back while you take them up hills. That'll do the trick.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-23-08, 04:16 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,061
Posted By Nims

Use some common sense and you'll be fine. Wrap...

Use some common sense and you'll be fine. Wrap whatever you're cutting in electrical or duct tape first and then cut through the tape. That'll keep the dust down. Put some water or cutting fluid on...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-22-08, 02:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,333
Posted By Nims

TTT Stem on my green IRO. I like it, but I...

TTT Stem on my green IRO.
I like it, but I think it's a little long. Probably for sale if anyone wants it.

http://lh6.ggpht.com/J.Michelinie/SDXUfEb0PCI/AAAAAAAACWM/nntiumVUBF4/s800/IMG_2340.JPG
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-21-08, 10:02 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,142
Posted By Nims

Yeah that doesn't really make sense to me...

Yeah that doesn't really make sense to me honestly.

For the cranks to be spinning, the wheel would still be spinning which I'm not sure makes sense logistically if you've crashed...

Also, the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-20-08, 02:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,142
Posted By Nims

Why is the danger of the outer chainring any...

Why is the danger of the outer chainring any greater than on a road bike?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-19-08, 12:15 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,862
Posted By Nims

Yeah I picked up this set of Volos track tubulars...

Yeah I picked up this set of Volos track tubulars for cheap. I missed the track course I was planning on, so I'm not racing this bike right now. After the first mishap I planned on picking up...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-19-08, 11:45 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,862
Posted By Nims

Well, now I'm in a weird spot. The main reason...

Well, now I'm in a weird spot. The main reason for riding the tubulars in the first place was to be able to use a light, high pressure capable tire. If I go to a gatorskin sprinter, I don't see much...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-19-08, 11:34 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,862
Posted By Nims

I'm sure no one cares about an update to this...

I'm sure no one cares about an update to this thread but I feel like a rant so here goes.

Since posting this originally (about 8 months ago) I've ridden the Tufos with their sealant in the rear...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-29-08, 01:58 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,073
Posted By Nims

I was at a stoplight at Friday, and some fat old...

I was at a stoplight at Friday, and some fat old roadie going the other way waved at me. I waved back. Then he yelled "DO A TRICK!!!" and twisted his wrist like he was antagonizing a motorcycle or...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-28-08, 05:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,859
Posted By Nims

I've got the Volos track with Tufo tubs on them,...

I've got the Volos track with Tufo tubs on them, exclusively street use. I rode ~120 miles last week... Holding up fine so far!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-18-08, 03:52 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,576
Posted By Nims

Lately I've been having more and more random...

Lately I've been having more and more random strangers, bike people and not bike people, asking me about my bike.

Riding to work today a dude who had to be about 70 said "Riding one of those...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-08, 12:43 PM
Replies: 3,535
Views: 1,224,037
Posted By Nims

:eek:

:eek:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-19-08, 06:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 417
Posted By Nims

THANKS DOOD. So I'm not crazy. I knew for sure it...

THANKS DOOD. So I'm not crazy. I knew for sure it was rucksacklife.com but then I got that stupid forum and drove myself crazy looking for it.

Elliott, are you still here? How's the journey?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-19-08, 04:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 417
Posted By Nims

Random Stupid Question

I know no one cares but this is pissing me off. There is someone who posts here (or used to) named elliot with a blog about a rucksack life. For all my google-fu I can't find the damn link to the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-04-08, 06:31 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,178
Posted By Nims

Back from the dead, but I'm considering a move to...

Back from the dead, but I'm considering a move to Portland and I have a rather daunting task to ask of someone... I will repay the kindness with many beers once I end up there!

I'm trying to get a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-26-07, 05:22 PM
Replies: 7,147
Views: 560,346
Posted By Nims

I have a set of Cane Creek Volos Track wheels for...

I have a set of Cane Creek Volos Track wheels for trade/sale. Mounted with Tufo Pro-S3 tires, currently with a Dura-Ace 15t cog and lockring.

Ideally I'd like to trade for a set of all black...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-15-07, 05:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 255
Posted By Nims

Search Help

Hey guys,

I just spent a while searching entire posts and thread titles and couldn't find the thread I was remembering. I remember sometime with the last year or so reading a thread listing...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-12-07, 11:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 481
Posted By Nims

Anybody? Anybody? Important question for...

Anybody? Anybody?

Important question for Seattle-ites. Do I need a passport to drive into British Columbia right now? I'm finding very conflicting info on this and will likely determine whether or...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-06-07, 10:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 481
Posted By Nims

Thanks! Now where are the seattle and...

Thanks!

Now where are the seattle and vancouver people at ?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-05-07, 03:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 481
Posted By Nims

Thanks! I appreciate the response so far....

Thanks!

I appreciate the response so far. I've been to big sur and humboldt a few times, what I really need info on is farther north than that. I've never been to portland, seattle once for a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-05-07, 01:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 481
Posted By Nims

West Coast Tour '07

Hey all,

It's been a while since I've posted here, but I know you guys are the ones with the good info on what to do in various cities.

For thanksgiving this year I'll be celebrating in a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-28-07, 11:42 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,759
Posted By Nims

I heard about that, isn't it from that new French...

I heard about that, isn't it from that new French maker, Reposté ?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-07, 03:11 PM
Replies: 337
Views: 24,109
Posted By Nims

I am so in love with this dog. 10 month old...

I am so in love with this dog.

10 month old Shepherd/something mix (maybe a dingo? :p) She was a stray, found on the streets. Adopted from SD County Animal Shelter in February.

First day home!...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-22-07, 07:09 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,862
Posted By Nims

Max pressure on S3 pros is 220psi!

Max pressure on S3 pros is 220psi!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-21-07, 11:16 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,862
Posted By Nims

4) I did install the tires. This was my first...

4) I did install the tires. This was my first experience in any way with tubulars, but I think I did a decent job. The rims were about 100 miles old and I did remove the stock tires (ebay, off of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-20-07, 02:48 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,862
Posted By Nims

(Not very...) Tubular experiences!

At least in a bill and ted sense of the word.

Anyway, I got a great deal on a set of Volos track wheels and thought I might as well commute on them occasionally as well. I mounted a set of the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-18-07, 02:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,143
Posted By Nims

I love you guys. He explicitly states he's been...

I love you guys. He explicitly states he's been threading track hubs for over 10 years (most of you haven't even been riding non-big wheels bikes for 10 years) yet you quickly ignore that and say...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-12-07, 03:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 580
Posted By Nims

My girlfriend requests some early Throwdown...

My girlfriend requests some early Throwdown (she's more metal-y than I am)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-07-07, 12:27 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,985
Posted By Nims

Since I actually read the first post, instead of...

Since I actually read the first post, instead of reading three words and posting like a dummy, I'll try to re-iterate the initial question.

Things he didn't intend to ask: What is the difference...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-06-07, 04:19 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,386
Posted By Nims

Great idea ;-) I'm in!

Great idea ;-)

I'm in!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-06-07, 03:27 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,696
Posted By Nims

A modest suggestion would be to make a new thread...

A modest suggestion would be to make a new thread and specifically denote the topic and due date. Personally I just happen to stumble in here and check the last page because I was bored, but a lot of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-07, 04:33 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 7,644
Posted By Nims

I actually had an apartment complex give me a...

I actually had an apartment complex give me a list of breeds I couldn't own. 2nd one on the list...

BEAGLE

seriously? beagle? I can't make this **** up!

oh no, don't release it! It's going...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-07, 04:23 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 7,644
Posted By Nims

Yes, there are. Every day people encounter other...

Yes, there are. Every day people encounter other people that could easily kill them if they wanted to. And statistically, there is probably a much greater chance that a stranger you meet today will...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-07, 04:17 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 7,644
Posted By Nims

In my office we have two office dogs. The big...

In my office we have two office dogs. The big boss has a poodle, and his son has a female pit/chow mix. Every day when the mailman, UPS, fedex, solicitors, etc., show up the poodle goes ****ing nuts...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-07, 02:08 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 7,644
Posted By Nims

This is all that really needs to be said....

This is all that really needs to be said. Unfortunately there are so many stupid people in the world (and in this thread), that you have to say it over, and over, and over. Even more unfortunate is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-07, 11:04 AM
Replies: 405
Views: 16,524
Posted By Nims

Just want to say thanks to most of the guys in...

Just want to say thanks to most of the guys in this thread. Two months ago my girlfriend quit smoking cold turkey. I wanted to help however I could, although it was hard to understand never having...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-27-07, 12:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,332
Posted By Nims

This looks great, but is there a reason I'm...

This looks great, but is there a reason I'm missing why they didn't to the same thing, but flipped around so the cable came out the side of the right lever, so that it'd be a much simpler/shorter...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-22-07, 03:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,260
Posted By Nims

As least you preface your posts with admission of...

As least you preface your posts with admission of dyslexia...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-22-07, 01:24 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,260
Posted By Nims

There were 6 replies... would it really have...

There were 6 replies... would it really have taken that long to read them all? :p
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-22-07, 01:20 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 7,260
Posted By Nims

I will openly admit to having no practical...

I will openly admit to having no practical experience with this topic, but I'm surprised to hear you say it's a significant difference.

.6mm = .024" I'd bet that on average quality parts you can...
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