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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-22-21, 02:33 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,087
Posted By Onfixiate

OP's real question is "Are you self-reliant when...

OP's real question is "Are you self-reliant when riding your bike?" Well, I am, and I don't stop for people who aren't. I only offer help when I see that the rider appears to have everything they...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-10-20, 02:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,512
Posted By Onfixiate

Yes. That's the only size I've ever used on this...

Yes. That's the only size I've ever used on this bike.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-10-20, 01:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,512
Posted By Onfixiate

Another "interesting" fact= those 700 x 32 Contis...

Another "interesting" fact= those 700 x 32 Contis actually measure 28 when installed on the stock Wabi rims....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-10-20, 12:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,512
Posted By Onfixiate

I have a Special (obviously a different fork) and...

I have a Special (obviously a different fork) and I run 700 x 32 Contis. I put a IRD B49 caliper on the front. Plenty of clearance on front and rear wheels. (no rear brake)
You should be fine with...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-03-20, 11:10 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,429
Posted By Onfixiate

It's not a matter of modest tool budgets--it's a...

It's not a matter of modest tool budgets--it's a matter of correctly installing parts. You don't finger tighten lug nuts on a car wheel do you?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-01-20, 11:47 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 12,429
Posted By Onfixiate

They lost a bunch of credibility IMO when Z...

They lost a bunch of credibility IMO when Z Gallardo became their YouTube spokesperson. For somebody who acts like Mr. Know it All, he doesn't even have a proper set of tools, much less know how to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-15-20, 01:10 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,794
Posted By Onfixiate

Hey Sammy76, that looks good. It's definitely...

Hey Sammy76, that looks good. It's definitely better for the drop out, if the axle loading is closer to where the seat and chain stay centerlines would intersect. Also, the left side of the axle...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-12-20, 12:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,794
Posted By Onfixiate

I would prefer the rear axle to be further...

I would prefer the rear axle to be further forward in the dropouts--I guess that is a compromise in chain length to accomodate the two cogs. I run a 46/18 drivetrain on my Wabi Special, and have 700...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-02-19, 01:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,017
Posted By Onfixiate

I threw them away. I don't recall exactly what...

I threw them away. I don't recall exactly what they were, but they were the black anodized rims, with retention nuts on the axles-- not the current bolt on style, and not the extra light model. Spoke...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-01-19, 12:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,017
Posted By Onfixiate

In Tulsa, they went from a trendy boutique style...

In Tulsa, they went from a trendy boutique style bike shop to a dumpy warehouse, then moved to Colorado. Possibly a dumpy warehouse there. Who knows. At least one of the Okies is no longer involved,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-01-19, 09:05 PM
Replies: 1,013
Views: 305,053
Posted By Onfixiate

Old Guy's Wobby

The snark in me wants to respond to your query with: Because BikeForums is irrelevant. But since you went to the trouble to post some neat-o bikes to resurrect the thread, here's my (turned 65 this...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-11-19, 01:29 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,430
Posted By Onfixiate

Something changed at Wabi. They've moved ops to...

Something changed at Wabi. They've moved ops to Aurora, CO. Are the same people involved who bought the company from Richard, or is this new ownership again? Guess the Tulsa thing didn't work out?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-18-18, 01:25 PM
Replies: 1,002
Views: 127,889
Posted By Onfixiate

I would have to ask a friend to buy "Baby Wipes"....

I would have to ask a friend to buy "Baby Wipes". Can't risk being seen in public doing that...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-18-16, 09:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,194
Posted By Onfixiate

Even back in the'80s, so called high-end steel...

Even back in the'80s, so called high-end steel framesets often had all kinds of anomalies that had to be "cold-set", including dropouts that weren't parallel, derailleur hangers cockeyed, etc. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-16, 01:11 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,623
Posted By Onfixiate

Well, sorry to rain on the parade, but I think...

Well, sorry to rain on the parade, but I think this is not very good news...


Richard was the Wabi identity. Hope these guys can keep up the good reputation for stellar service that Wabi...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-04-16, 11:43 AM
Replies: 1,593
Views: 557,842
Posted By Onfixiate

Nice Special (post 1428). Took a look at your...

Nice Special (post 1428). Took a look at your Pedalroom specs, wondering what size those Paselas are? Looks like good clearance. I have a Special and a Classic (Wabi) and I'm always interested in...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-17-15, 08:05 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 7,872
Posted By Onfixiate

I've never heard of a female "youngster" racing...

I've never heard of a female "youngster" racing with an old fart.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-12-15, 08:35 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 7,872
Posted By Onfixiate

Nothing ruins a nice ride like having to deal...

Nothing ruins a nice ride like having to deal with another cyclist...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-10-15, 08:45 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 7,872
Posted By Onfixiate

No wheel suckers. If I'm going fast, I back off...

No wheel suckers. If I'm going fast, I back off the power very slowly. I will continue slowing down to the point that they no longer will follow me, and eventually pass. Works every time, and I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-25-15, 12:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 13,298
Posted By Onfixiate

Joytech hubs are not typically known for high...

Joytech hubs are not typically known for high quality...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-07-15, 07:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,928
Posted By Onfixiate

Every Wednesday at Village Inn.

Every Wednesday at Village Inn.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-07-15, 11:19 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 10,105
Posted By Onfixiate

So, exactly how would you report a drone incident...

So, exactly how would you report a drone incident to the Feds since they claim jurisdiction? This is kind of like reporting a speeding automobile to the police. The only FAA offices that likely...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-07-15, 10:57 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,984
Posted By Onfixiate

Have you tried a base layer (different material)...

Have you tried a base layer (different material) under the jersey?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-22-15, 08:24 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,741
Posted By Onfixiate

Thanks for the tip--motivated me to check the...

Thanks for the tip--motivated me to check the Conti website; hadn't looked at it in a while. Looks like it's better organized now.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-22-15, 11:47 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,741
Posted By Onfixiate

Just checked my new Contact II and Gator...

Just checked my new Contact II and Gator Hardshells,could not find any such features...

but here's this from the Conti website

http://www.conti-tyres.co.uk/conticycle/twi.shtml

Says that...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-20-15, 11:44 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,741
Posted By Onfixiate

Never heard this before--will have to check this...

Never heard this before--will have to check this out. Where exactly are these located?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-27-15, 02:50 PM
Replies: 192
Views: 33,082
Posted By Onfixiate

Nice Kestrel--what wheels are you running?

Nice Kestrel--what wheels are you running?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-18-15, 09:46 PM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 991,475
Posted By Onfixiate

Thank you very much! It's a blast to ride...

Thank you very much! It's a blast to ride...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-05-15, 07:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 465
Posted By Onfixiate

I used to live in Livermore, so the Mt. Hamilton...

I used to live in Livermore, so the Mt. Hamilton stage (San Jose) is familiar territory. I do miss the great road riding that was in my backyard! Here's a link to all the stage profiles, from the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-01-15, 05:20 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 6,217
Posted By Onfixiate

My non-scientific observation is: Anybody in a...

My non-scientific observation is: Anybody in a VW Jetta or Passat is suspect. (Probably Honda Chick in the car she's making the payments on. Daddy gave her the Honda for starters...)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-01-15, 05:14 PM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 991,475
Posted By Onfixiate

I'll be 61 in a couple of weeks. Here's what I...

I'll be 61 in a couple of weeks. Here's what I ride:

sr22dave - Pedal Room (http://www.pedalroom.com/members/sr22dave)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-26-15, 09:50 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 6,217
Posted By Onfixiate

[QUOTE=B. Carfree;17751321]You do know that one...

[QUOTE=B. Carfree;17751321]You do know that one need not put a foot down to make a legal stop, don't you?

QUOTE]

But the point is, as this thread has illustrated several times, car operators...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-22-15, 10:41 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,591
Posted By Onfixiate

I've been doing post ride checks for more than 40...

I've been doing post ride checks for more than 40 years, it's just part of the ritual of securing the bike after the ride. I look at the tires for cuts, cables for frayed or broken strands at the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-19-15, 07:31 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,795
Posted By Onfixiate

I wasn't going to waste my time responding to...

I wasn't going to waste my time responding to that one, thanks for doing it anyway. Self-flattening plates??? Let's see; if 50 plates flattened out enough to gain .060" in length, your chain would...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-19-15, 10:13 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,048
Posted By Onfixiate

Bell Helmets owns Giro. Customer service will...

Bell Helmets owns Giro. Customer service will help you out. Make sure you tell them which model helmet you have, they might even send you pads no charge...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-15-15, 08:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,112
Posted By Onfixiate

I haven't actually computed the percentage of...

I haven't actually computed the percentage of time as the OP asks, but I do know that 27.6 % of my 8560 total miles logged last year was on fixed gear bikes. I don't have any SS/free wheel setups;...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-15-15, 05:08 PM
Replies: 1,013
Views: 305,053
Posted By Onfixiate

I think this should be a 55+ thread. I have...

I think this should be a 55+ thread. I have nothing in common with 40 yr olds... (buncha young smart asses)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-04-15, 09:19 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,795
Posted By Onfixiate

How many miles did you ride? My Wabi Special...

How many miles did you ride? My Wabi Special turned 3000 miles last week; I'm still running the orig. drivetrain. I lube/clean the chain every 250 miles. I use Pro-Gold and adjust the tension when...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-03-15, 12:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,766
Posted By Onfixiate

Gios' heyday ended like 20-25 years ago with a...

Gios' heyday ended like 20-25 years ago with a big lawsuit. Gios is just a fancy decal trying to live off of old-school name recognition. The consumer level bikes are not made in Italy.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-01-15, 08:16 PM
Replies: 1,593
Views: 557,842
Posted By Onfixiate

Nicely done TT; have you considered a good...

Nicely done TT; have you considered a good "shellacking" of the cork grips? I used amber shellac on my latest setup, don't have any long-term experience with cork grips sans shellac.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-28-15, 11:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,175
Posted By Onfixiate

Geez, did SOMA issue a gag order?

Geez, did SOMA issue a gag order?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-26-15, 12:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,632
Posted By Onfixiate

That's awesome!

That's awesome!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-22-15, 12:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,632
Posted By Onfixiate

Looks interesting--only did part of the loop...

Looks interesting--only did part of the loop years ago on a geared bike. Thin air! Here's a strava profile of the full loop; one could pick a different starting point obviously. Log in and you can...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-17-15, 08:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,175
Posted By Onfixiate

I thought Sparrows were only available in 25.4...

I thought Sparrows were only available in 25.4 clamp diameter.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-11-15, 12:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,259
Posted By Onfixiate

Yep, that's pretty much it. Think about a...

Yep, that's pretty much it. Think about a turntable. for a given rpm (cadence), compare how fast a spot on the record disc near the center is moving, compared to a spot at the very edge of the disc...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-10-15, 11:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,259
Posted By Onfixiate

175 crank arms are kinda long; Your pedal...

175 crank arms are kinda long; Your pedal velocity would be lower with shorter cranks. (Less flail factor)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-07-15, 11:17 AM
Replies: 1,593
Views: 557,842
Posted By Onfixiate

I don't think potholes caused them to break;...

I don't think potholes caused them to break; something else such as corrosion/stress riser or over tightened clamp...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-03-15, 11:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,169
Posted By Onfixiate

Your rear wheel spokes will all break due to the...

Your rear wheel spokes will all break due to the abrupt reversal of tension forces into compressive forces.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-02-15, 01:18 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 5,505
Posted By Onfixiate

Pedantic pedalers.

Pedantic pedalers.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-01-15, 10:33 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 5,505
Posted By Onfixiate

A roll of toilet paper. A backup Garmin...

A roll of toilet paper.

A backup Garmin Edge GPS is also handy.

Spare batteries for tail lights.
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