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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-23-16, 03:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,113
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I misread the title of this thread as Three...

I misread the title of this thread as Three Recumbent Bicycle Accidents.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-21-16, 05:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,933
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Durian is a fruit that smells like Sylvester...

Durian is a fruit that smells like Sylvester Stallone's socks, right?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-17-16, 11:56 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,440
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

1. Dropbars - Several hand positions with road...

1. Dropbars - Several hand positions with road drops; even more when used with brake levers with comfortable hoods. Track drops are comfortable only from the drops for me.
2. Bullhorns - Most I've...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-16-16, 06:13 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,770
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

46/17 on my Nishiki commuter. Good for all-around...

46/17 on my Nishiki commuter. Good for all-around riding.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-16-16, 05:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 863
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I think there are worse ways to spend $100. :)

I think there are worse ways to spend $100. :)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-15-16, 10:47 AM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,531
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

It must be tough living with a view like that.

It must be tough living with a view like that.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-14-16, 02:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,276
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Tim from Summit Cycles has a bike with a...

Tim from Summit Cycles has a bike with a two-speed kickback hub. I always liked the simplicity of the design.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-14-16, 12:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,209
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I recently acquired a well-(ab)used Vivalo, but I...

I recently acquired a well-(ab)used Vivalo, but I have swapped the fork for one that is drilled for brakes since I'll be using it for commuting duty.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-14-16, 11:08 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,627
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I think those are the standard bolts that come...

I think those are the standard bolts that come with Phil BMX hubs. I could be wrong, however.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-13-16, 04:34 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,627
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Miche Pista. Affordable, durable, nickel plated,...

Miche Pista. Affordable, durable, nickel plated, and they smell good fresh out of the package. Don't ask me why I smell my chains.
Forum: Framebuilders
11-13-16, 04:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,237
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

An interesting and elegant repair you've done. It...

An interesting and elegant repair you've done. It looks similar to S&S couplers as the sleeves are placed.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-09-16, 01:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,755
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I spent too much at my LBS

Last week, I dropped by my newly-found LBS to inquire about a Hozan lockring wrench. Of course, they didn't have one in stock, but would order one for me. I ended up paying $43; twice what it would...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-09-16, 01:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,047
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Now you tell me. I could have had you pick up a...

Now you tell me. I could have had you pick up a few things for me while you were there.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-16, 01:07 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 17,077
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I'm also in Washinton State, for now. My neighbor...

I'm also in Washinton State, for now. My neighbor is a frame builder and he could install a new bridge and modify your fork for probably less $ than you'd think. Of course, you'd also need a repaint...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-16, 04:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,646
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

OP: I have what you're looking for, but it's not...

OP: I have what you're looking for, but it's not in pristine condition. Send me a PM if you want this (FREE) spare.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-16, 06:54 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,125,125
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Washington State - Litespeed Atlas

ATLAS "Litespeed' - $250 (NORTH RICHLAND)


https://images.craigslist.org/00404_jSCd2PavcNw_600x450.jpg

ATLAS Litespeed - Aluminum/carbon T1 Frame
20 speed, 26" Campagnolo Asymmetrical...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-02-16, 09:45 AM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 775,436
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I bought some cheap odds and ends to turn my...

I bought some cheap odds and ends to turn my long-neglected Nishiki frameset into a fixed commuter.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-02-16, 09:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,490
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I've struggled with the same challenge, but never...

I've struggled with the same challenge, but never did make the cut. If I were to shorten the wire, I would do it on the battery side and leave the one from the lamp as is.

The cable interference...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-02-16, 09:19 AM
Replies: 166
Views: 12,205
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I would have liked to have discs back when alloy...

I would have liked to have discs back when alloy rims were hard anodized and didn't have a machined braking track. After a while when the anodizing wore through, the rims looked like rubbish.

That...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-16, 09:54 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,312
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I like the unpainted Ti panels and chainstays.

I like the unpainted Ti panels and chainstays.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-16, 09:52 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,312
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I concur with the idea of finding a local...

I concur with the idea of finding a local builder. I know a guy who lives just a couple streets down from me who builds beautiful frames. He's done some custom work for me before, but I have yet to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-16, 10:49 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 14,176
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Not sure if you're serious, but that is one...

Not sure if you're serious, but that is one pretty component group.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-17-16, 10:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,524
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

If anyone cares, I ended up buying an ENVE fork...

If anyone cares, I ended up buying an ENVE fork with similar geometry to the BMC fork. The satin black finish is virtually identical and the white logos aren't so obtrusive that they bother me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-13-16, 03:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,529
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Whilst riding a recumbent toward an attractive...

Whilst riding a recumbent toward an attractive young woman out for run, she commented "that looks like fun" as I slowly passed her. I smiled and said "I was just thinking the same thing".
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-13-16, 12:38 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,125,125
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Giant Defy Advanced 2 - $700

Here's a nice looking bike in the Tri-Cities area of Washington, but the limited description and non-drive side photo are often a turn-off to prospective buyers.

2013 giant defy advanced 2...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-11-16, 09:30 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,827
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

When I was young and out of college, I took a job...

When I was young and out of college, I took a job as a frozen food delivery driver. One of the salesmen at the company drove a Yugo. He was really proud of that thing; I was impressed by his ability...
Forum: Fixed Gear Freestyle
10-11-16, 07:07 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,877
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

While not currently in stock, Fyxation's Six Fix...

While not currently in stock, Fyxation's Six Fix conversion kit might be just the ticket.

Six Fyx Conversion Kit | Fyxation (http://www.fyxation.com/products/six-fyx-conversion-kit)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-08-16, 12:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 841
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

An option that I prefer is to have the...

An option that I prefer is to have the powedercoater mask the interior surfaces of the headtube, seattube, and bottom bracket, but NOT braze-ons. Prior to beginning assembly, run the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-07-16, 02:48 PM
Replies: 223
Views: 42,675
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Do Takata airbags qualify as being hand-made?

Do Takata airbags qualify as being hand-made?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-07-16, 01:06 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,302
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I liked it because it is pretty. :) You know how...

I liked it because it is pretty. :) You know how sometime a bike just speaks to you? That's the case with this one. I know its entry-level, but I'd enjoy the heck out of it if it were mine.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-07-16, 12:35 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,302
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

If I could sneak this one past my wife, I would...

If I could sneak this one past my wife, I would buy one for myself.

bikesdirect.com (http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/diamondback-bicycles/diamondback-haanjo-tero-discbrake-road.htm)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-07-16, 02:46 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 8,640
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

This DiamondBack Trace...

This DiamondBack Trace (http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/diamondback-bicycles/diamondback-hybrid-bikes/diamondback-trace-hybrid-bikes.htm) looks like a decent value for $399.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-06-16, 05:47 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 13,935
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I tried the ORP Smart Horn and wanted to love it....

I tried the ORP Smart Horn and wanted to love it. It was quite loud, and had two distinct sounds; a friendly note for pedestrians and an angry sound for vehicles. Pedestrians simply didn't seem to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-16, 01:32 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,838
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I don't believe this has anything to do with...

I don't believe this has anything to do with anthropomorphism; the OP was merely attributing human-like emotions to his bicycle.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-16, 01:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 828
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I think I found what you're looking for: ...

I think I found what you're looking for:

NOS/NIB Campagnolo 980 Front Derailleur: 28.6 Clamp - Bike Recyclery (http://***********************/nos-nib-campagnolo-980-front-derailleur-28-6-clamp/)
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-04-16, 01:48 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,018
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Here's more on that. I don't do the Facebook...

Here's more on that. I don't do the Facebook thing, otherwise I would have had a comment or two to leave.

h t t p s://www.facebook.com/radchick/posts/10209964586368343?pnref=story

For some...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-03-16, 05:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,524
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Almost is right. If only it had a tapered...

Almost is right. If only it had a tapered steerer. Thanks for pointing this one out.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-03-16, 05:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,524
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Like i said, I like steel, but not for this bike....

Like i said, I like steel, but not for this bike. :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-29-16, 02:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,524
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I like steel, indeed I do. But a steel fork won't...

I like steel, indeed I do. But a steel fork won't fit the aesthetic of this particular frame.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-16, 05:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,524
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Clearly I'm off on my numbers! I referenced the...

Clearly I'm off on my numbers! I referenced the BMC website for geometry specs and I likely misunderstood that measurement. Basically I need a fork with clearance for slightly wider tires and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-16, 05:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,524
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

I've considered this route, but it's not my first...

I've considered this route, but it's not my first choice.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-23-16, 03:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,524
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Any good unbranded forks?

I'm trying to find a quality, unbranded fork. By unbranded, I don't mean a cheap no-name part of unknown origin or quality, rather I'd like a fork that is not emblazoned with the manufacturer's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-16, 12:32 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 17,415
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Beautiful bike. I realize this isn't exactly what...

Beautiful bike. I realize this isn't exactly what you're looking for based upon your bike's aesthetic, but Gevenalle has a brake lver/shifter combo for Shimano IGH.

UX ? Compatible with Shimano...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-16, 01:51 PM
Replies: 15,450
Views: 4,071,980
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

That's exactly what I told my wife when I told...

That's exactly what I told my wife when I told her I found another bike. :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-16, 09:46 AM
Replies: 15,450
Views: 4,071,980
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Scored this one on Saturday for $50. 527159

Scored this one on Saturday for $50.

527159
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-16, 05:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 815
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Making a Worn Derailleur Less Ugly

I recently bought a cheap donor bike because it had the late '80's Deore components I needed. Everything was in good condition except for the rear derailleur; mechanically it was fine, but the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-18-15, 02:41 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,714,912
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Parts Bin Special

Just a parts bin special.

Before:
483119

After:
483120
Forum: BMX
10-08-14, 11:27 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,435
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Robinson SST

I've had this bike since I was a teenager. I have kids of my own now, but none of them have interest in riding BMX. After thinking long and hard, I decided it's time to let go of my old Robinson.
...
Forum: Recumbent
06-10-14, 06:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,401
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

Early in the season, I was doing exactly this. It...

Early in the season, I was doing exactly this. It wasn't until I chose lower gears and upped my cadence did the pain finally go away.
Forum: Recumbent
06-10-14, 06:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,253
Posted By SingleSpeeDemon

It sort of looks like a 50mg Vyvanse.

It sort of looks like a 50mg Vyvanse.
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