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10-22-18, 01:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,544
Posted By Roamer2

Congrats & enjoy from a fellow Triangle rider. We...

Congrats & enjoy from a fellow Triangle rider. We are spoiled w/ all the miles of Greenway trails in town....:thumb:
10-22-18, 01:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,295
Posted By Roamer2

Sure....tho I limit it to what the tires can...

Sure....tho I limit it to what the tires can handle at a medium-fast pace. Mostly hardpack "rhythm" type single track. Fitting some knobbier skins would probably help immensely.

But I get smoked...
08-01-18, 08:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,452
Posted By Roamer2

I'd agree w/ hokiefyd above. It really all...

I'd agree w/ hokiefyd above.

It really all comes down to rider skill + the level of trail difficulty.

I have a Roam 2 also....and I take it on some pretty gnarly rides now & then. (single...
07-12-18, 08:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,627
Posted By Roamer2

Thumbs up Absolutely! The Trek site says it has clearance...

Absolutely! The Trek site says it has clearance for 29x1.8 tires. Slap some mini-knobbies on there & go for it!
05-03-18, 06:59 AM
Replies: 350
Views: 191,136
Posted By Roamer2

Yes, very! I do very little riding on the...

Yes, very!

I do very little riding on the street. Mostly MUP routes that are twisty, root-filled, lots of pedestrian bridges, rough transitions & gravel stretches. 15-18mph average is about all...
05-03-18, 06:44 AM
Replies: 350
Views: 191,136
Posted By Roamer2

The LBS threw that in with purchase. It's a...

The LBS threw that in with purchase. It's a Greenfield "top plate" 305mm model. REI and Walmart carry them...along w/ Amazon, etc.

It has worked great & doesn't protrude or flop around off-road. I...
05-02-18, 07:05 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,968
Posted By Roamer2

Red pigment particles are smaller than other...

Red pigment particles are smaller than other colors. Smaller = Aero. :thumb:
05-01-18, 12:17 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,846
Posted By Roamer2

Pretty country! My GF is from Harrisonburg, but...

Pretty country! My GF is from Harrisonburg, but we haven't gotten to ride much up there yet....

I had a similar noise & it goes away when I lube the pedals. I'll upgrade when if/when it gets...
04-20-18, 06:59 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,846
Posted By Roamer2

It has the cap. The only clue is the mention in...

It has the cap. The only clue is the mention in the specs. Seems common tho...the Specialized my GF rides has both rebound and compression adjustments, both "hidden".
04-19-18, 10:51 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,846
Posted By Roamer2

Same here. The stockers move about when I push...

Same here. The stockers move about when I push it on the trails. Ergons w/ the bar ends are looking pretty good...:thumb:
04-19-18, 07:41 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 45,846
Posted By Roamer2

Nice bike! The tires are more...

Nice bike!

The tires are more dirt-oriented than my 2015 Roam 2 (& slightly thinner). The rest appears very similar....including the HLO fork.

Oddly enough, Giant "specs" for my year lists...
02-15-18, 09:35 AM
Replies: 1,480
Views: 528,661
Posted By Roamer2

http://i65.tinypic.com/2qcpgzm.jpg Franken...

http://i65.tinypic.com/2qcpgzm.jpg

Franken Hornet. Frame set/stem/grips/chain guard/seat post all OEM original (albiet from different years/models). Wheelset/tires/crank/sprocket/bars are all...
02-12-18, 10:30 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 5,529
Posted By Roamer2

I'm almost twice as fast when I ride in KPH....

I'm almost twice as fast when I ride in KPH. :thumb:
01-05-18, 08:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,229
Posted By Roamer2

For your use, at moderate speeds in dry, paved...

For your use, at moderate speeds in dry, paved conditions...you probably wouldn't see much difference.

Discs are better (imho) when it gets sloppy, wet & nasty. I really like them when I'm...
01-03-18, 02:13 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 6,631
Posted By Roamer2

Hill increase in length/steepness in direct...

Hill increase in length/steepness in direct proportion to how close to the top you are.
Replies: 24
Views: 2,817
Posted By Roamer2

My kidneys hurt just looking at it.

My kidneys hurt just looking at it.
12-28-17, 09:48 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 6,798
Posted By Roamer2

That rack/bag is a great addition. Santa...

That rack/bag is a great addition.

Santa brought me one for my Roam 2 (disc).

Sorry, no pics since it's 22 degrees here & I haven't mounted them yet! :cry:
12-13-17, 11:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,761
Posted By Roamer2

Seriously! I gave my GF a short "lesson" on...

Seriously!

I gave my GF a short "lesson" on how/when to select gears (IE, downshift BEFORE you lose all momentum on a hill, target cadence, etc) the other day & she was amazed on how it changed...
12-12-17, 02:34 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,570
Posted By Roamer2

Having lived all over the US, I must say that NC...

Having lived all over the US, I must say that NC has a lot going for it. Pick your poison, Beach, Mountains or in between?

For cheap & fun beach community, I'd probably pick Wilmington. Decent...
12-12-17, 02:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 13,299
Posted By Roamer2

Hmm...I may toss a set of those Big Apples on my...

Hmm...I may toss a set of those Big Apples on my GF's bike. They look pretty nice & I hear rave reviews.

Hers sounds like a mud truck when we ride paved trails now! (she's currently on a cheapie...
12-12-17, 01:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,761
Posted By Roamer2

"Hybrid" covers such a wide range of bikes that...

"Hybrid" covers such a wide range of bikes that gearing is all over the place. The lowest on mine seems like it could ride up a tree. :lol:
11-27-17, 10:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,248
Posted By Roamer2

Personally......Whichever of the 2 disc brake...

Personally......Whichever of the 2 disc brake bikes could take the widest tires.

IF (big, very important "if")....they were the correct size frame for you AND fit well.
11-22-17, 08:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,880
Posted By Roamer2

Whichever fits you best ergonomic/physically. ...

Whichever fits you best ergonomic/physically. You won't ride if it's uncomfortable...

A good/loyal local bike store can make your experience that much more enjoyable too.

As for options, this...
11-11-17, 09:02 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,016
Posted By Roamer2

Nice! Those are my home trails around...

Nice! Those are my home trails around Raleigh....love to do that 7-day ride soon!
11-09-17, 08:54 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,250
Posted By Roamer2

With the proper training, tires & saddle you...

With the proper training, tires & saddle you should be able to do that. It's a haul all in one day for most, tho.

As mentioned above, water and fuel (food) is absolutely key.
11-08-17, 12:31 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 32,395
Posted By Roamer2

Most off road trails in Florida that I've ridden...

Most off road trails in Florida that I've ridden are soft/sand & require a wide tire mountain bike because of the terrain. You'd probably be best served for now by the more road-oriented bike. You...
11-03-17, 12:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 3,622
Posted By Roamer2

My part of NC is pretty mild, we have to get a...

My part of NC is pretty mild, we have to get a serious snow to keep me off the trails. I do short (15 miles) rides during the week and save the longer adventure trips for the weekends.
10-30-17, 12:53 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 646,806
Posted By Roamer2

20+ miles of MTB trails @ Pocahontas State Park...

20+ miles of MTB trails @ Pocahontas State Park in VA. Did surprisingly well on the more technical stuff!

http://i68.tinypic.com/be8y2b.jpg
10-30-17, 06:13 AM
Replies: 350
Views: 191,136
Posted By Roamer2

Took my Roam 2 Disc to Pocahontas State park up...

Took my Roam 2 Disc to Pocahontas State park up in Virginia this last weekend & enjoyed a lot of fantastic MB & forest road trails. The latter were graded gravel & hardpack...super fast & fun...
07-01-17, 07:17 AM
Replies: 350
Views: 191,136
Posted By Roamer2

I love my Roam 2! It's proven very durable over...

I love my Roam 2! It's proven very durable over the last few years & I'm not exactly a small or gentle rider. Mostly used on our extensive greenway trail system and gravel paths. Plenty comfy for...
06-19-17, 09:53 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 8,267
Posted By Roamer2

Big buck encounter as described above..but right...

Big buck encounter as described above..but right next to me for several yards.

Not sure who was more surprised! :D
06-05-17, 07:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,850
Posted By Roamer2

That is just lovely!

That is just lovely!
05-19-17, 07:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,615
Posted By Roamer2

They really are a bargain. I picked up a 2015...

They really are a bargain. I picked up a 2015 model Roam 2 last year for under 500 US. It's not used gently & has held up very well...
04-13-17, 08:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 15,904
Posted By Roamer2

I tested both (albiet the sport disc Crosstrail)...

I tested both (albiet the sport disc Crosstrail) on long rides. They were very similar...but the Roam just fit me better (and it was 100 less for the available NOS 2015 model)
04-10-17, 06:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,902
Posted By Roamer2

Tire pressure can vastly alter how a bike feels...

Tire pressure can vastly alter how a bike feels to ride.

You may need to experiment to find the pressure sweet spot between comfort & speed.
03-17-17, 12:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,197
Posted By Roamer2

All good suggestions! As a fellow Raleigh...

All good suggestions!

As a fellow Raleigh rider, be sure to check out our extensive Greenway trail system...it goes all over, mostly beside the local creeks & rivers. (you can set the Google maps...
03-06-17, 02:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,911
Posted By Roamer2

Half the total. :thumb:

Half the total. :thumb:
02-22-17, 12:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 19,163
Posted By Roamer2

I have the Roam 2 2015. It's been flawless (when...

I have the Roam 2 2015. It's been flawless (when kept properly adjusted) and I beat on it pretty hard (fast, rough gravel - packed, rutted dirt trails - etc)

For my riding, I love having a...
02-21-17, 11:34 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,601
Posted By Roamer2

The Sirrus has hydraulic discs VS mechanical on...

The Sirrus has hydraulic discs VS mechanical on the Bad Boy (from what I can see)...and you know it fits & you like it.

In the similar bikes I tested, the hydraulic binders had better feel and...
02-20-17, 06:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,594
Posted By Roamer2

Nice to have a beater sometimes!

Nice to have a beater sometimes!
02-07-17, 10:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,574
Posted By Roamer2

Agreed w/ the above posts. You can score a cool...

Agreed w/ the above posts. You can score a cool bike for WAY cheap around any university.

Go find your correct size at the LBS & then look around your community. $250 or less should be net you a...
11-30-16, 08:08 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,363
Posted By Roamer2

About 2000...no difference. And I beat mine up...

About 2000...no difference. And I beat mine up pretty good. There was a slightly needed free adjustment after the first few hundred, but that's common to all new bikes.

These are not top end...
11-29-16, 09:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,363
Posted By Roamer2

The Roam 2 & the GT both have hydraulic discs...I...

The Roam 2 & the GT both have hydraulic discs...I think you have to step up to the Crosstrail Sport Disc to get those. For me, that was the sweet spot in price/component level.

They are not...
10-21-16, 09:15 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,265
Posted By Roamer2

If you don't care about the post, drill a 1/2"...

If you don't care about the post, drill a 1/2" hole thru it & use a large screwdriver or something to twist it back and forth while standing on frame to pry it upwards.
10-18-16, 07:12 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,115
Posted By Roamer2

Our have centerlines only in tight...

Our have centerlines only in tight corners/tunnels. Mostly people play nice & are very friendly.

And then there's the long, wood-planked walkways that stretch over several long sections of marsh...
10-12-16, 09:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,603
Posted By Roamer2

X2 Same seat here...first few rides I was...

X2

Same seat here...first few rides I was sore.

You might want to play around with the seat angle & setback (fore & aft placement). I dropped the nose of mine slightly & it made a big...
10-11-16, 12:40 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,349
Posted By Roamer2

Good reason? Well, they can be fun & very...

Good reason?

Well, they can be fun & very personal/stylish. Which is why they're such a hit w/ the skinny jeans hipster crowd too. Plus cheap to build.

I've got an old 52 Schwinn Green Hornet...
10-11-16, 11:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 896
Posted By Roamer2

If it's the correct size for you....ride the...

If it's the correct size for you....ride the Specialized & see if it shifts thru all gears, brakes without major issue, etc. You guys don't have major rust issues out there. If there's not MAJOR...
10-11-16, 09:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 896
Posted By Roamer2

That's a very upright "comfort" type hybrid. ...

That's a very upright "comfort" type hybrid.

This one didn't look too beat up: https://losangeles.craigslist.org/wst/bik/5823052851.html

Similar bike:...
10-11-16, 09:06 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 13,183
Posted By Roamer2

The Toughroad has lower dirt-oriented gears,...

The Toughroad has lower dirt-oriented gears, which would be great if you have a lot of steep hills or are going to be doing loaded touring & such.

A lot of flat-ground street miles would probably...
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