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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-15, 06:42 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

You'll need a new front derailleur, but it's...

You'll need a new front derailleur, but it's doable. I like the ird alpina.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-15, 02:01 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

The people who benefit most from a conversion...

The people who benefit most from a conversion tend to have short legs and long arms/torso. If this describes your body type, you can generally find a much better bike fit from a mtb conversion than...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-15, 04:13 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Damn.

Damn.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-14, 05:32 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

The stem is a Profile Designs Boa. It's pretty...

The stem is a Profile Designs Boa. It's pretty much the last decent aluminum 1 1/8" quill stem out there.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-14, 10:56 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

They can be good value. This one has seamed Tange...

They can be good value. This one has seamed Tange butted tubing. I think I managed to get it down to 27 lbs. before throwing the rack on.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-14, 05:50 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

https://scontent-a-dfw.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t...

https://scontent-a-dfw.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-xpf1/t31.0-8/10321037_10204663212077719_785954968090019843_o.jpg

I swapped out the 300lx group for suntour XCE and threw together some other parts from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-13, 09:30 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

I'd like to know more about the fenders as well.

I'd like to know more about the fenders as well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-13, 12:12 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

You should call that one the Spruce Goose.

You should call that one the Spruce Goose.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-13, 01:41 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

I think that ammaco is VERY classy.

I think that ammaco is VERY classy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-13, 10:34 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Gorgeous.

Gorgeous.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-13, 08:37 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

I meant the seat for the ferrule in the adjuster.

I meant the seat for the ferrule in the adjuster.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-13, 11:20 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

I used one of those on my stumpy, they work very...

I used one of those on my stumpy, they work very well. Be careful with your ferrules though, sometimes the fit can be a little tight between the cable and the seat.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-13, 07:38 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

I got a little time after work for some glamour...

I got a little time after work for some glamour shots.

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc1/381559_10200854212015098_1063612360_n.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-13, 05:23 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

I quit.

I quit.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-13, 05:29 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Wow, that bike is outstanding. Is that the stock...

Wow, that bike is outstanding. Is that the stock fork?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-13, 06:28 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Just like long pull brakes offer more modulation...

Just like long pull brakes offer more modulation than short pull, a longer stem will allow you to make much finer steering adjustment than a shorter stem. Another thing to consider is that your bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-13, 10:27 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

I can confirm that my 1983 Stumpy Sport XT is...

I can confirm that my 1983 Stumpy Sport XT is also spaced 130mm.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-13, 07:03 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

I would ride that straight off into the sunset....

I would ride that straight off into the sunset. The geometry looks great.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-13, 10:31 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

I agree. That color combo makes me want to take...

I agree. That color combo makes me want to take my shirt off and dance...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-13, 08:53 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

It can cause problems with big chainrings though.

It can cause problems with big chainrings though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-13, 02:54 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

I'd love to know more about those front racks. I...

I'd love to know more about those front racks. I have a set of Axiom Journey lowriders that are canted way off-axis due to the mounting setup.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-13, 09:52 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Panaracer T-Serv Protex 1.5" wrapping Sun Rhyno...

Panaracer T-Serv Protex 1.5" wrapping Sun Rhyno Lite rims with Sapim Race spokes and 36h Tiagra 4500 hubs. The original wheels were toast.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-13, 07:24 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

They do have a randonneur bend, but I have no...

They do have a randonneur bend, but I have no idea who made them. I couldn't find any markings anywhere.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-13, 05:59 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

So, I'm finally ready to join the party. This is...

So, I'm finally ready to join the party. This is my Specialized Stumpjumper Sport.

Before:

https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/859657_10200558311377767_32543918_o.jpg

This bike is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-13, 12:59 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Problem solvers also offers a shim to fit that...

Problem solvers also offers a shim to fit that hanger on a quill stem. That was originally the direction I had considered, but the headset washer version works just as well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-13, 09:31 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Depends on your use case. I wanted a little more...

Depends on your use case. I wanted a little more trail because I plan to ride with the front end loaded, and the shorter stem compensates for the more sluggish steering. Others might prefer more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-13, 12:14 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

I had considered a stem-mounted cable hanger, but...

I had considered a stem-mounted cable hanger, but I saw your conversion a few pages back with the cable run through the stem and must have ignored the cross levers. I guess I'll have to stop by the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-13, 07:16 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Making slow, but steady progress: ...

Making slow, but steady progress:

https://sphotos-a.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-ash3/164461_10200515625190639_2106225327_n.jpg

How are you folks running your front brake cable? I'm having a difficult...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-13, 09:37 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Woah. Also, I think the WTB Speed V Comp is...

Woah.

Also, I think the WTB Speed V Comp is one of the most underrated saddles around for distance riding. It's cheap too!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-13, 01:25 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

I found an image of my first conversion (1998...

I found an image of my first conversion (1998 Fuji Outland):

https://sphotos-b.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-snc7/464752_3683517484039_894876145_o.jpg

In the end, the frame was just a touch too small....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-13, 08:48 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Why can't you use a suspension-corrected rigid...

Why can't you use a suspension-corrected rigid fork?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-13, 08:53 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Wow that Bianchi, good job!

Wow that Bianchi, good job!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-13, 11:50 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

That... is a lot of seat post. Cool bike though.

That... is a lot of seat post. Cool bike though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-13, 11:28 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Shifting action should be smooth but there should...

Shifting action should be smooth but there should be a little resistance, especially as you start the shift movement. You should be able to tighten them all the way down and still get free movement...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-13, 11:35 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

I like Jagwire inline barrel adjusters. Bonus: I...

I like Jagwire inline barrel adjusters. Bonus: I can put them anywhere down the cable run.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-13, 04:57 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Trail use++ Riding a LHT or similar touring...

Trail use++

Riding a LHT or similar touring bike is fine for fire roads and gravel (with the appropriate tires), but if you want to get really lost you need something a little more robust. At...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-14-13, 04:55 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Wow. Just wow. I wish the fork had eyelets...

Wow. Just wow.

I wish the fork had eyelets though...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-12, 10:52 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

One of the nice things about bicycle ownership:...

One of the nice things about bicycle ownership: There's not much you can take off that you can't put back on.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-12, 05:15 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

If only it had drop bars...

If only it had drop bars...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-12, 05:21 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Looks like you really rescued that bike. Good job!

Looks like you really rescued that bike. Good job!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-12, 06:25 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

As long as you stick with a top tube that's close...

As long as you stick with a top tube that's close to the length you're used to riding, you can make it work. The biggest hurdle you'll face when converting a mountain bike to drops is the sometimes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-12, 07:33 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,717,752
Posted By striknein

Profile Boa is cheap and gets the job done.

Profile Boa is cheap and gets the job done.
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