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Forum: Commuting
10-16-09, 10:53 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,380,076
Posted By Mr23779

Awesome! My local REI happens to have a Novara...

Awesome! My local REI happens to have a Novara Fusion in stock. Think I'll stop by tonight and give it a whirl around the parking lot.
Forum: Commuting
10-16-09, 05:33 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,380,076
Posted By Mr23779

Nice review on your blog. Thanks for posting the...

Nice review on your blog. Thanks for posting the link. Time to call my local REI to see if they have a Fusion in stock. I need to take one for a test spin.
Forum: Commuting
10-15-09, 05:59 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,380,076
Posted By Mr23779

ShinyBiker, I first learned of this bike in...

ShinyBiker,

I first learned of this bike in ellerbro's thread about the Civia Hyland. I am VERY intriqued by the Fusion and would love to hear more about it from you...if you don't mind.

Did...
Forum: Commuting
10-13-09, 11:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 784
Posted By Mr23779

1. 8 mi round trip 2. 20+/- minutes (one way) ...

1. 8 mi round trip
2. 20+/- minutes (one way)
3. '08 Bianchi Milano Citta in celeste
4. Enjoy the ride!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-09, 06:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,416
Posted By Mr23779

I had that setup on my first road bike in high...

I had that setup on my first road bike in high school many moons ago. Worked like a champ!
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-14-09, 11:36 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,377
Posted By Mr23779

I just picked up a Scott Spark a couple of weeks...

I just picked up a Scott Spark a couple of weeks ago. Had it out a few times and I'm impressed with it so far.

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/IMG_0473.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-09, 11:16 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 9,078
Posted By Mr23779

The Parco has the 8-speed internal gear hub, I...

The Parco has the 8-speed internal gear hub, I believe, and the Citta has the conventional 8-speed setup (rear derailleur) with rear rack. I've removed all the fenders, chainguard, rack, and ride...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-09, 07:48 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 9,078
Posted By Mr23779

I have a Bianchi Milano Citta and love it! ...

I have a Bianchi Milano Citta and love it!

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/milanoside.jpg
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-26-09, 03:01 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,583,998
Posted By Mr23779

Finally picked up a bike this weekend. :thumb: ...

Finally picked up a bike this weekend. :thumb:

It's an '09 Scott Spark
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/IMG_0472.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/IMG_0471.jpg...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-13-09, 12:52 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,583,998
Posted By Mr23779

One day I'll get a real mountain bike but until...

One day I'll get a real mountain bike but until then...I'm gonna beat the snot out of this thing! :roflmao2:

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/IMG_0317.jpg
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-24-08, 05:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 808
Posted By Mr23779

The color is called celeste and is Bianchi's...

The color is called celeste and is Bianchi's signature color.

Gearing is pathetic, at best. It's only 8 speeds and when I'm in 1st, I find myself cursing all that is good and pure in this life....
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-23-08, 11:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 808
Posted By Mr23779

I converted my Bianchi Milano into a rigid MTB a...

I converted my Bianchi Milano into a rigid MTB a couple of weeks ago. Stripped all the fenders, racks, etc off it and put on some knobbies. Not easy on the wrists...but I'm having a blast beating the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-08, 11:14 AM
Replies: 205
Views: 18,553
Posted By Mr23779

Bianchi Pista ...

Bianchi Pista

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/IMG_0251.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-08, 11:13 AM
Replies: 205
Views: 18,553
Posted By Mr23779

Scott CR1 Team ...

Scott CR1 Team

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/scottrearangle.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-01-08, 05:51 PM
Replies: 202
Views: 55,989
Posted By Mr23779

This is a powerfully moving story and is the...

This is a powerfully moving story and is the epitome of what the human spirit is all about.

"And a little child shall lead them"
Forum: Road Cycling
08-01-08, 12:04 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,410,082
Posted By Mr23779

My new Scott CR1 Team ...

My new Scott CR1 Team

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/scottrear.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/scottrearangle.jpg...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-30-08, 06:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,244
Posted By Mr23779

Thanks everyone! Since the bolt is tightened...

Thanks everyone! Since the bolt is tightened through the top cap and into another device in the neck, I was able to take some vice grips and rotate the top cap a bit and removed it along with the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-29-08, 06:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,244
Posted By Mr23779

Looks like I'll end up having to take it to a...

Looks like I'll end up having to take it to a shop. The allen key bolt for the top cap is stripped and my allen key won't turn it. Cheap bolt! Argh!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-29-08, 05:07 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,244
Posted By Mr23779

Learning from my mistakes: headset adjustments

Okay, I wanted to adjust my headset due to some slight front fork fore/aft movement on my new Scott CR1 Team after I removed a spacer on my headtube to lower the handlebars a bit.

I found a video...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-22-08, 04:53 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 15,695
Posted By Mr23779

I found this somewhere and can't remember exactly...

I found this somewhere and can't remember exactly where or whom to give proper credit.

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/Groups.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-08, 09:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 512
Posted By Mr23779

IM, Congrats on your 8 years and that's a...

IM,

Congrats on your 8 years and that's a great looking bike. Enjoy!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-08, 01:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 731
Posted By Mr23779

Now that's a reference even I can understand. ...

Now that's a reference even I can understand.
Here's my '99 SV650 (w/ Sharkskinz bodywork)

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/two.jpg...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-15-08, 11:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 629
Posted By Mr23779

Thanks for sharing! I enjoyed that interview and...

Thanks for sharing! I enjoyed that interview and am further amazed at the caliber and athleticism of the men who ride professionally in the TdF.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-14-08, 09:43 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,241
Posted By Mr23779

Saw him flash briefly across the screen a few...

Saw him flash briefly across the screen a few stages back. Had to rewind the TiVo to make sure...but there he was!
Forum: Commuting
06-29-08, 03:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,065
Posted By Mr23779

You are AWESOME! Way to pay-it-forward! Thanks...

You are AWESOME! Way to pay-it-forward! Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Commuting
06-29-08, 01:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 753
Posted By Mr23779

That's sweet! Thanks for posting.

That's sweet! Thanks for posting.
Forum: Commuting
06-24-08, 03:30 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 8,132
Posted By Mr23779

Wow! Beautiful shots! Love the close-up of the...

Wow! Beautiful shots! Love the close-up of the forks.
Forum: Commuting
06-24-08, 03:12 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 8,132
Posted By Mr23779

d2create, Have any shots of your Felt F65?

d2create,

Have any shots of your Felt F65?
Forum: Commuting
06-24-08, 02:26 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 8,132
Posted By Mr23779

:eek: The Moulton's are wild! :thumb:

:eek: The Moulton's are wild!



:thumb:
Forum: Commuting
06-24-08, 12:32 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 8,132
Posted By Mr23779

:eek:

:eek:
Forum: Commuting
06-24-08, 12:13 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 8,132
Posted By Mr23779

I'm definitely a newbie and just getting my feet...

I'm definitely a newbie and just getting my feet wet in this great big world of road bikes...but I was curious...yes. I appreciate your experiences. Information is the greatest weapon of all. The...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-24-08, 12:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,741
Posted By Mr23779

:lol:

:lol:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-24-08, 12:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,741
Posted By Mr23779

I gotcha! Sounds like a plan. Thanks. I'll...

I gotcha! Sounds like a plan. Thanks. I'll continue to take it easy and work my way up. I definitely don't want to overdo it or damage something. Brisk rides with the honey in the evenings are one...
Forum: Commuting
06-24-08, 11:58 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 8,132
Posted By Mr23779

Of course! This part of my original post was not...

Of course! This part of my original post was not meant to be taken seriously:



That's why I wrote this at the bottom of my post:


However, you brought up some valid points in your response...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-24-08, 11:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,741
Posted By Mr23779

For those who know more about the complexities of...

For those who know more about the complexities of the body...would it be beneficial for me to follow the pattern of riding my Pista one day and laying off a day?

idig, I think you suggested that...
Forum: Commuting
06-24-08, 10:47 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 8,132
Posted By Mr23779

Yes, I saw it in another thread...but thanks for...

Yes, I saw it in another thread...but thanks for posting it here. Very nice! I looked into getting one of those but my LBS was out of them. I had the option of ordering one, but I'm the type of guy...
Forum: Commuting
06-24-08, 09:55 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 8,132
Posted By Mr23779

capolover, Would you mind posting a pic of...

capolover,

Would you mind posting a pic of your bike? It's very nice!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-24-08, 09:20 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,741
Posted By Mr23779

idig - Thanks for the nutrition tips! I'm...

idig - Thanks for the nutrition tips! I'm definitely a meat-eater and will up my protein and water intake.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-24-08, 08:59 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,741
Posted By Mr23779

I figure it will take some time before I develop...

I figure it will take some time before I develop those leg muscles. In the meantime, I'm going to keep enjoying the pain. At least it lets me know I'm still alive!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-24-08, 08:30 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,741
Posted By Mr23779

My Pista is kickin' my butt!

I go out on brisk neighborhood rides with the little woman on this for an hour or more in the evenings:

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/milanorearangle.jpg

...then we get back...
Forum: Recumbent
06-23-08, 07:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,315
Posted By Mr23779

I'm lovin' the Slipstream. I'll take one...

I'm lovin' the Slipstream. I'll take one powdercoated in Team White Pearl, thank you!
Forum: Commuting
06-23-08, 06:31 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 8,132
Posted By Mr23779

Nice bike! Yeah, I know what you mean. I...

Nice bike!

Yeah, I know what you mean. I want the bike to speak to me. That same phenomenon has happened to me before...so if I go with a road bike...I want that same thing to happen.
Forum: Commuting
06-23-08, 05:56 PM
Replies: 133
Views: 8,132
Posted By Mr23779

What's your commute road bike? I looked at your...

What's your commute road bike?
I looked at your commute on the map. Wow! :eek:

I'm still weighing my options. There are a couple of guys in my area who have a couple of REAL NICE road bikes for...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-23-08, 12:04 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 4,481
Posted By Mr23779

Is that the Defense Intelligence Agency?

Is that the Defense Intelligence Agency?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-23-08, 09:35 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 4,481
Posted By Mr23779

st0ut, I could have sworn I read somewhere...

st0ut,

I could have sworn I read somewhere in this thread that you had a 2 year contract with some agency. Did I read that correctly? If so, in which state and for which agency did you work?
Forum: Recumbent
06-23-08, 07:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,315
Posted By Mr23779

Excellent! Thanks for the info on the...

Excellent! Thanks for the info on the Ryan/Longbike connection. I'm looking at those in another browser window.

The new Longbike Slipstream looks VERY interesting. I assume it's very similar your...
Forum: Recumbent
06-23-08, 06:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,315
Posted By Mr23779

LWB and USS manufacturers?

Looking for manufacturers of LWB/USS bents. Ran across Linear and Longbike. Are there others? Are Ryan Vanguard's still made?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-22-08, 10:48 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 50,966
Posted By Mr23779

I really like mine. It's a joy to ride, and...

I really like mine. It's a joy to ride, and that's what it's all about.

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/IMG_0251.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/IMG_0247.jpg
Forum: Commuting
06-21-08, 09:21 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,380,076
Posted By Mr23779

It's the stock track drop bar that came with the...

It's the stock track drop bar that came with the Pista.
Forum: Commuting
06-21-08, 08:54 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,380,076
Posted By Mr23779

Nice Fuji! I may start using this as my good...

Nice Fuji!
I may start using this as my good weather commuter...

http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/IMG_0247.jpg
http://i56.photobucket.com/albums/g185/MrLaptop/IMG_0251.jpg
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