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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-14-18, 10:54 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,163
Posted By czr

Fixaaaaay

Fixaaaaay
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-08-18, 05:45 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,163
Posted By czr

Fixie or Fixay are what me and my riding buddies...

Fixie or Fixay are what me and my riding buddies say. We are all very gay and very flamboyant though.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-10-18, 05:27 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,497
Posted By czr

I don’t have friends

I don’t have friends
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-10-18, 11:45 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,497
Posted By czr

The arguments for 3/32 were more convincing for...

The arguments for 3/32 were more convincing for what I think will work better for me. Thanks for the help everyone.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-05-18, 04:33 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,497
Posted By czr

3/32 it is. Thanks fellas.

3/32 it is. Thanks fellas.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-05-18, 03:32 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,497
Posted By czr

3/32 or 1/8 drivetrain for flip flop hub?

Wondering if there is an advantage to one or the other when using a flip flop hub that will see use on both the fixed and the freewheel side. 130 bcd. I’m kind of leaning towards going 3/32 for the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-25-18, 12:45 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,522
Posted By czr

What FG bikes would those be?

What FG bikes would those be?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-02-18, 12:32 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,140
Posted By czr

nvm

nvm
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-01-18, 11:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,023
Posted By czr

It sounds like WI is worth the money. Think I...

It sounds like WI is worth the money. Think I might go ahead and treat myself.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-01-18, 11:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,200
Posted By czr

Riding on a pair of wellgo k20439 pedals with...

Riding on a pair of wellgo k20439 pedals with powergrip straps. My favorite setup so far.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-01-18, 07:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,023
Posted By czr

I dig that sound, I just don’t want to drop that...

I dig that sound, I just don’t want to drop that much coin for it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-01-18, 03:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,023
Posted By czr

I want a louder freewheel

I have zero problems with the shimano freewheel I have now other than it’s too quiet. I want something louder. How does the sturmey archer compare to the shimano in quality/noise?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-25-18, 05:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,538
Posted By czr

These are some inexpensive and thin pedals I...

These are some inexpensive and thin pedals I really liked https://www.amazon.com/Imrider-Lightweight-Polyamide-Pedals-Bicycle/dp/B01ILX7NFW
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-18, 02:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,037
Posted By czr

Wasn’t able to find the piece online but was able...

Wasn’t able to find the piece online but was able to spot a bike at my apt complex that had what I needed so I’m good now.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-18, 08:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,037
Posted By czr

Tektro r559

Tektro r559
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-18, 04:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,037
Posted By czr

The piece that clamps brake cable down on caliper brake is called?

Yeah my dumbass lost it and the bolt because I forgot to tighten it down. Good thing I didn’t need my front brake yesterday. Trying to find out what to search for to buy another. Thanks.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-14-18, 09:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 830
Posted By czr

Looks good to me. Thanks a lot man!

Looks good to me. Thanks a lot man!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-14-18, 09:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 830
Posted By czr

Was hoping to stay under $40. Anything more than...

Was hoping to stay under $40. Anything more than that and I figure it be better to just buy a 20t cog and a new chain if mine is too short.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-14-18, 07:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 830
Posted By czr

Good chainrings?

Just bought a kilo wt that came with 48/16 gearing. I changed the 16t to an 18t but it’s still a little too high for what I want. I think getting a 44t would get me right where I wanna be. I want...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-07-18, 12:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,558
Posted By czr

Kilo WT is another option.

Kilo WT is another option.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-02-18, 07:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,340
Posted By czr

I just ordered one yesterday. Sounds like it...

I just ordered one yesterday. Sounds like it meets your criteria from everything I’ve read about the bike. I’ve heard it’s around 22 lbs.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-29-18, 10:07 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,444
Posted By czr

Good point on the mental aspect. I’m always more...

Good point on the mental aspect. I’m always more mentally engaged with what’s going on with my surroundings riding fixed. Freewheeling I go into daydream mode a lot. That might be what makes riding...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-27-18, 08:05 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,444
Posted By czr

I would agree with all that. I don’t think the...

I would agree with all that. I don’t think the legs ever fully rest riding fixed as opposed to coasting. Also if you aren’t running a rear brake, your legs are getting extra taxed by resisting the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-26-18, 04:52 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,444
Posted By czr

When I first started riding fixed I definitely...

When I first started riding fixed I definitely noticed right away how much I had previously been coasting. After riding fixed for about two months it became ingrained in me to keep pedaling even when...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-18, 11:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,428
Posted By czr

Yeah the kilo is more aggressive. The Dawes is...

Yeah the kilo is more aggressive. The Dawes is about the most relaxed geo ss/fixed frame that I know of. Wabi are supposed to be more lax too from what I’ve heard. I had a Dawes streetfighter(same as...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-18, 09:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,428
Posted By czr

It’s going to cost a lot more to buy each part...

It’s going to cost a lot more to buy each part individually than it would be to just buy a kilo. If you want the experience of wrenching then just take apart the Dawes and look everything over to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-23-18, 06:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,042
Posted By czr

Yeah I’ve had a bikesdirect bike before so I know...

Yeah I’ve had a bikesdirect bike before so I know about checking everything over. Your bike looks good though, what size is it? I plan on running freewheel mostly so I could work around some toe...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-18, 10:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 718
Posted By czr

Options for first road bike

looking to buy my first road bike. Something more comfortable/endurance focused rather than race bike, for longer distance solo recreation rides and also as a get around town bike during the warmer...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-18, 07:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,053
Posted By czr

Wow a conversion kit on a brand new bike, I...

Wow a conversion kit on a brand new bike, I didn’t know that was even a thing. I guess I’ll search 12 spline cog and see what’s for sale out there. Any recommended brands?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-18, 06:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,053
Posted By czr

Question about my freewheel and hub

Not sure what kind of freewheel this is or how to remove it. Anyone know? Is there a way I can replace it with a shimano mx30 freewheel or is the mx30 not compatible with this hub/freewheel setup?...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-21-18, 06:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,034
Posted By czr

Any good single speed 29ers under $500?

Fully rigid of course. Let me know please!

Edit: single speeds only!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-22-18, 04:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,364
Posted By czr

Which is more beneficial to safety riding fixed?

Front brake or helmet? If you could only have one. This is just hypothetical.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-04-18, 01:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,808
Posted By czr

The only thing I have that you mentioned is the...

The only thing I have that you mentioned is the grease so I will probably go the bike shop route. If they try to charge me an arm and a leg I’ll probably fork over the cash for the tools and do it...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-03-18, 06:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,808
Posted By czr

Thanks. Not sure how to tell if the hubs are...

Thanks. Not sure how to tell if the hubs are cartridge or loose but found this thread https://www.bikeforums.net/commuting/1040228-dawes-streetfighter-review.html with some pretty good pics of the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-03-18, 10:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,808
Posted By czr

Hubs need servicing or?

Noticed lately, when fixing a flat or whatever, spinning my rear or front wheel that they sound bad and come to a stop sooner than they used to. I’m guessing something is up with my hubs but have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-18, 04:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,306
Posted By czr

Will be my first time doing so. Might as well...

Will be my first time doing so. Might as well check out the front too. Thanks for all the help everyone!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-18, 04:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,306
Posted By czr

I can’t get the axle to move at all by hand and...

I can’t get the axle to move at all by hand and I’m not that weak. Something I’m missing?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-18, 03:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,306
Posted By czr

I think so. The sound is pretty much throughout...

I think so. The sound is pretty much throughout the whole rotation of the wheel without a chain on the cog. Also turning the wheel with no chain I’m noticing resistance in a few spots.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-18, 03:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,306
Posted By czr

So with the chain off the rear cog as well,...

So with the chain off the rear cog as well, spinning the wheel still produces the sound. I spun the front just to compare and it’s completely silent. Tire isn’t rubbing frame and there isn’t a rear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-18, 03:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,306
Posted By czr

It’s actually pretty slack throughout the...

It’s actually pretty slack throughout the rotation but does tighten up a bit when the resistance stage happens. Not super tight though I’m still able to move it up and down with a finger
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-18, 03:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,306
Posted By czr

Ok so following your instructions and the cranks...

Ok so following your instructions and the cranks are smooth as butter and no noise. I really should have thought of that one myself haha, thanks. I’m guessing it’s gotta be the rear hub then?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-18, 02:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,306
Posted By czr

Crank rotation resistance and strange noise

When I turn the cranks by hand I get to a point where it stops being smooth and I feel resistance. Not enough to where I have to use all my strength to continue the rotation but definitely...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-19-18, 09:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,680
Posted By czr

WIDE mtb shoe options?

Hoping you guys can help me out here. Never rode clipless but am wanting to go clipless on my fixed gear bike. I've read road shoes are a pita to walk in while mtb shoes are much better. So I'm...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-13-18, 11:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,487
Posted By czr

I've seen exactly one person that I can recall...

I've seen exactly one person that I can recall walk their bike around the store with them. Never in a shopping cart but if you can stick a kid in one, why not a bike?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-11-18, 12:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,487
Posted By czr

How do you lock your bike up?

What method and type of locks do you use to lock your bikes? What has worked for you and what hasn't?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-09-18, 10:53 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,156
Posted By czr

When it comes to purely braking/slowing the...

When it comes to purely braking/slowing the bike...would a fixed gear with no brakes do a better or worse job than a bike with only a coaster brake? Both bikes being the same otherwise.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-08-18, 07:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,141
Posted By czr

Sell the tires.

Sell the tires.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-27-17, 01:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,661
Posted By czr

Yeah that additional hand position just didn't...

Yeah that additional hand position just didn't feel good the time I tried it. It could have been the stem was too long though. Maybe I should give them another shot. Any suggestions on what to go...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-27-17, 12:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,661
Posted By czr

:lol:

:lol:
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