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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-05-21, 05:04 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,874,713
Posted By Cyclops88

Good to know. From what I read on that post I...

Good to know. From what I read on that post I referenced, is that the TKD143 might be a Giant specific part, hence no information on the Tektro website.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-05-21, 03:12 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,874,713
Posted By Cyclops88

Sure. I could not find any information on the...

Sure. I could not find any information on the M143 either but have seen them listed as a specification on some other bicycles that have hydraulic disc brakes. I see them listed as the brakes for the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-05-21, 09:30 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,874,713
Posted By Cyclops88

Yes, agree, The pictures on the Giant website...

Yes, agree, The pictures on the Giant website don’t do the bike justice. I’m glad I went with the metallic blue instead of the charcoal as there is much more pop to the look. Not that I had much...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-04-21, 10:32 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,874,713
Posted By Cyclops88

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/9089d5ca_a2ec_4646_b343_a17a8c432689_f5069e591c83c68bd984999575a5157de7111c3b.jpeg
1993 Bianchi Boardwalk...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-29-21, 01:59 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 10,256
Posted By Cyclops88

I’m just getting back into cycling after a long...

I’m just getting back into cycling after a long haitus. I also just picked up the 2021 Roam 2 from my LBS this week. Mine too is equipped with a 1x10 drivetrain with Shimano Devore M4100 shifter...
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-13-07, 09:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 340,551
Posted By Cyclops88

The Alvio is higher end than the Acera which is...

The Alvio is higher end than the Acera which is higher than the Altus.
Here are some sites with information on Shimano derailleurs:
http://home.ca.inter.net/~kroberge/hierachy.html...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-05, 04:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 761
Posted By Cyclops88

I duplicated this post in the Classic & Vintage...

I duplicated this post in the Classic & Vintage section here.
http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=137614

Posted a couple of low quality pics there. Thanks for all your replies.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-05, 04:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,590
Posted By Cyclops88

I don't have a very good digital camera, only...

I don't have a very good digital camera, only 1.3MP, but here's a pic of the bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-05, 12:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,590
Posted By Cyclops88

I hope not! :eek:

I hope not! :eek:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-05, 10:39 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,590
Posted By Cyclops88

Thanks. The hub doesn't look exactly like that. ...

Thanks. The hub doesn't look exactly like that. From the limited research I have done on the Internet, it looks like it was a model pre-1957, maybe even as early as 1952. The hub looks exactly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-05, 10:18 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,590
Posted By Cyclops88

I don't see any numbers on the rear hub. The only...

I don't see any numbers on the rear hub. The only markings I see on the rear hub are:
England
Sturmey Archer
AW
Three-Speed
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-05, 10:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,590
Posted By Cyclops88

The bottom bracket has a number 112-502 on it. ...

The bottom bracket has a number 112-502 on it. I'm assuming this is the serial # on the bike. Also the head-stem has a figure of what looks like a person on a bicycle on it with the letter R with a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-05, 02:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,590
Posted By Cyclops88

I picked up a 3-speed BSA bike in 21" step-thru...

I picked up a 3-speed BSA bike in 21" step-thru frame for $13 (priced at $15) at a neighborhood garage sale for my father in-law this morning. The bike is made in England with a leather Brooks spring...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-05, 02:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 761
Posted By Cyclops88

I guess I should have posted this in the...

I guess I should have posted this in the classic/vintage section.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-05, 01:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 761
Posted By Cyclops88

I picked up a 3-speed BSA bike in 21" step-thru...

I picked up a 3-speed BSA bike in 21" step-thru frame for $13 (priced at $15) at a neighborhood garage sale for my father in-law this morning. The bike is made in England with a leather Brooks saddle...
Forum: Recreational & Family
09-07-05, 12:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,390
Posted By Cyclops88

Digital Gee, You might want to rethink that...

Digital Gee,
You might want to rethink that bike helmet you bought from Target.
http://wcbs880.com/trouble/recalls_story_243083633.html
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-31-05, 01:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,941
Posted By Cyclops88

My wife who is 5'3" just got a Giant Sedona DX...

My wife who is 5'3" just got a Giant Sedona DX mountain style comfort bike in a 14" frame. It retails for $370 but you should be able to get it for a little less. It has some decent Shimano...
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-14-05, 01:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,505
Posted By Cyclops88

We picked up the Giant Sedona DX for my wife...

We picked up the Giant Sedona DX for my wife yesterday from the LBS. Sweet bike for a beginner. We didn't take it out for a spin yet because it was 98 degrees out yesterday here in NYC with the...
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-14-05, 12:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,575
Posted By Cyclops88

Those two bikes are pretty similar. There usually...

Those two bikes are pretty similar. There usually aren't significant upgrades from year to year, so I think you would be safe with either model. Just make sure to get one that fits you. When I was...
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-11-05, 09:46 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,505
Posted By Cyclops88

We considered the Cypress line, but the smallest...

We considered the Cypress line, but the smallest frame on the Cypress is 15 inches and the 700c tires add another inch on top of that. Due to the suspension seat post on these bikes, even with the...
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-11-05, 07:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,505
Posted By Cyclops88

Thanks for your replies. Given that the Giant...

Thanks for your replies. Given that the Giant Sedona comes in a 14" frame, I think that is the one my wife feels fits her best. One of the LBS near me quoted us a price for the Sedona DX that was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-08-05, 09:24 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,570
Posted By Cyclops88

As others have said, check your LBS for...

As others have said, check your LBS for closeouts. The Giant Cypress ST and Trek 7000 hybrid bikes seem to be in your price range, but you might be able to step-up in either line if you shop around...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-05, 08:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,710
Posted By Cyclops88

Bodyglove/Fellowes makes cases for certain...

Bodyglove/Fellowes makes cases for certain cellphones that are sort of like a wetsuit.
...
Forum: Recreational & Family
08-01-05, 10:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,505
Posted By Cyclops88

I'm shopping for a new bike for my wife, who has...

I'm shopping for a new bike for my wife, who has never rode a bike before in her life. As a first time rider, my wife is looking for a comfortable ride in which she can feel "safe" in..that is have...
Forum: Recreational & Family
07-29-05, 09:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 954
Posted By Cyclops88

Specs are available on the raleigh USA products...

Specs are available on the raleigh USA products page. You can compare the various models in 2005 and 2006.

http://www.raleighusa.com/dept.asp?deptid=7
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-05, 08:50 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 16,607
Posted By Cyclops88

Here's an interesting article on the downfall and...

Here's an interesting article on the downfall and "revival" of the Schwinn brand.

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/articles/A29737-2004Dec2.html
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-29-05, 09:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,031
Posted By Cyclops88

A little late to the thread, but I found this...

A little late to the thread, but I found this article on the biking industry in China
http://www.thestandard.com.hk/stdn/std/China/GE09Ad04.html

This is another article on the Flying Pigeon...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-05, 09:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 16,607
Posted By Cyclops88

Thanks for your reply. It feels good to know the...

Thanks for your reply. It feels good to know the Schwinn I have is considered a decent bike. I'm not sure about the China comment though. Maybe its that I haven't looked at that many bikes lately,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-05, 07:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 16,607
Posted By Cyclops88

Hello all, I've been following this forum for the...

Hello all, I've been following this forum for the last couple of weeks and this is my first post. I was never big on bicycling and have not biked in about 8 years but want to start again to get some...
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