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Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-20, 06:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,608
Posted By Gaarci

I have a 2020 Specialized Sirrus X 4.0 Hybrid...

I have a 2020 Specialized Sirrus X 4.0 Hybrid flat/riser bar bike that came with 38mm all-road tires that I bought earlier this year and rode for about 3 months stock and then decided to switch the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-20, 06:42 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,274
Posted By Gaarci

Aluminum vs. Carbon, Entry vs. Mid-level

Hello - I'm comparing new (2020) aluminum vs. carbon comfortable/endurance road bikes in the entry vs. mid-level range and wanted to share my initial findings and conclusions for any thoughts and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-19-20, 11:03 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 19,544
Posted By Gaarci

All I can say is that I bought both the bikes and...

All I can say is that I bought both the bikes and I liked the State better and sold the Wabi. I was just as surprised by that outcome as anybody - I wanted to love the Wabi or I wouldn’t have bought...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-19-20, 12:15 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 19,544
Posted By Gaarci

As far as the quality of the wheels themselves,...

As far as the quality of the wheels themselves, bottom line - there's no real difference between the Wabi and the State. Both come with solid quality, if generic, aluminum alloy 700c wheels with...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-18-20, 06:41 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 19,544
Posted By Gaarci

As far as riding position, both the Wabi and the...

As far as riding position, both the Wabi and the State have pretty neutral feeling rides, so to me they feel pretty much interchangeable while riding - neither aggressive nor laid back - just neutral...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-18-20, 03:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,346
Posted By Gaarci

Recommend check out the State 4130. It's a...

Recommend check out the State 4130. It's a fantastic double butted CroMoly fixie/single speed steel frame bike for a great price, $450 USD which is less than half the price of the Wabi Classic. I had...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-18-20, 03:34 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 19,544
Posted By Gaarci

At the risk of getting flamed by Wabi lovers, I...

At the risk of getting flamed by Wabi lovers, I will say that I bought a Wabi Classic last month and didn't love it so I let it go and bought a State 4130 for half the price and enjoy it much more....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-20, 04:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,132
Posted By Gaarci

Re: Motobecane Grand Premio

Thanks everyone for the feedback on my new bike.

I wanted to post a few pics of me on the bike for reference and to show how my setup really suits me and feels comfortable with the stem riser that...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-20, 11:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,132
Posted By Gaarci

No - I know my setup looks a little odd - I'm...

No - I know my setup looks a little odd - I'm 5'10" and the frame is 53cm with a 30.2 inch stand over height - my ground to crotch length is 31 inches so that gives me about 3/4 inch stand over...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-20, 11:48 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,132
Posted By Gaarci

Yep - I know the setup looks a bit odd with the...

Yep - I know the setup looks a bit odd with the stem riser that I use, but it's super comfortable for me - I'm 5'10" and the frame is 53cm with a 30.2 inch stand over height - my ground to crotch...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-20, 11:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,132
Posted By Gaarci

Yep - I know the setup looks a bit odd with the...

Yep - I know the setup looks a bit odd with the stem riser that I use, but it's super comfortable for me - I'm 5'10" and the frame is 53cm with a 30.2 inch stand over height - my ground to crotch...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-17-20, 09:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,132
Posted By Gaarci

Motobecane Cafe Premio - First Impressions

Motobecane Cafe Premio - First Impressions

First impressions - I was nervous but am now very happy with the Bikes Direct buying experience, bike arrived in perfect condition 6 days after I ordered...
Forum: Commuting
05-07-20, 06:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,505
Posted By Gaarci

Thanks for that excellent advice and tutorial - I...

Thanks for that excellent advice and tutorial - I used that system you suggested and installed the grips - you're right - they are fantastic - thanks! :)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-07-20, 06:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,890
Posted By Gaarci

Great advice!! Will do - thanks!

Great advice!!
Will do - thanks!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-20, 03:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,261
Posted By Gaarci

Thanks very much - that is really fascinating...

Thanks very much - that is really fascinating history - I had no idea that anyone ever swapped hubs like that but it really makes sense to use fixed going up and freewheel going down - I am learning...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-20, 03:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,890
Posted By Gaarci

Again, I found this for $349.00 USD and free...

Again, I found this for $349.00 USD and free shipping on eBay and there are still some available at that price in blue and white - mine will arrive later this week and I will post pics and first...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-20, 03:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,890
Posted By Gaarci

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Airtrack fixed gear bike, 53cm, 6061 Aluminum frame...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-20, 03:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,890
Posted By Gaarci

Sorry - I posted pics of the bike that were too...

Sorry - I posted pics of the bike that were too big - will try to reduce the size so they are more easily viewed and attach again...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-20, 03:07 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,890
Posted By Gaarci

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Airtrack fixed gear bike, 53cm, 6061 Aluminum frame...
Forum: Commuting
05-06-20, 03:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,505
Posted By Gaarci

Ergon GP3 Grips - any advice/experience?

Hello - NOOB question here - I am considering changing out my stock grips with Ergon GP3 grips - these look to molded to fit the hand and seem like they would be much more comfortable than my regular...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-20, 02:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,890
Posted By Gaarci

Thanks for your feedback - that is super helpful...

Thanks for your feedback - that is super helpful - especially your experience putting a huge amount of miles on your first bike even though it was a low price bike - definitely something for me to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-20, 02:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,890
Posted By Gaarci

Thanks for your thoughts - I did order the bike...

Thanks for your thoughts - I did order the bike and it should arrive this week so I will post some pics and initial thoughts to see what the reality in hand actually is and how it feels on the road.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-20, 02:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,261
Posted By Gaarci

That is great info, thanks - I am definitely...

That is great info, thanks - I am definitely seeing a trend of fixed gear riders not changing over to the freewheel - I'm sure I will have to start riding the fixed gear bike for a while to really...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-20, 02:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,261
Posted By Gaarci

Thanks - that is super helpful and gives me a lot...

Thanks - that is super helpful and gives me a lot to think about - I'm sure I would never have even considered the possible impacts of the different cog sizes on the chain, so that is something I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-06-20, 02:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 15,603
Posted By Gaarci

That's great feedback - thanks very much!

That's great feedback - thanks very much!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-06-20, 09:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 15,603
Posted By Gaarci

Shimano PD-EH500 Dual Side Pedals - Thoughts?

Hello - NOOB question here, does anyone have experience with the Shimano PD-EH500 dual side SPD/flat pedals?

I am considering these for my first SPD pedals for my hybrid fitness bike for...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-20, 09:42 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,261
Posted By Gaarci

NOOB Question - Flip Flop Hub, how often switched?

Hello - NOOB question here as I wait for my first fixie bike to arrive - it is the Airtrack aluminum bike with a flip flop fixed/coast hub.

How often do riders typically switch the back wheel back...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-20, 09:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,890
Posted By Gaarci

Great info, thanks very much! I ordered the...

Great info, thanks very much!

I ordered the bike and will post photos and first impressions when it arrives.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-05-20, 10:37 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,890
Posted By Gaarci

Airtrack Bikes - any opinions? NOOB asking :)

Hello - complete NOOB here with my very first post - I have been searching for my first fixie bike and found Airtrack Bikes for sale on the bay for $349 USD for 53cm 6061 aluminum frame bikes - I am...
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