Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
 
Page 1 of 3
1
2
3
Search: Posts Made By: kidadam
Showing results 1 to 50 of 115
Search took 0.01 seconds.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-23, 08:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,089
Posted By kidadam

I did my first test ride today, a quick 22km...

I did my first test ride today, a quick 22km loop. I anticipated lots of vibrations and bounce just given the weight of the bike. Nope, it was very solid feeling and absorbed the road. Could be a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-23, 05:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 951
Posted By kidadam

thanks for the tip - local shop just edges amazon...

thanks for the tip - local shop just edges amazon out. A win for the locals.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-23, 05:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 951
Posted By kidadam

well the sale is on the special which went from...

well the sale is on the special which went from 204.99 to 134.99 cad. I should probably buy, I had rode a craved version and liked it.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-23, 04:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 951
Posted By kidadam

So fine for road riding but not for weight...

So fine for road riding but not for weight weenies?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-23, 03:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 951
Posted By kidadam

Brooks Cambium C17 Special on road bike

Hi,
Why is the Brooks cambium c17 special classified as gravel saddle? Would it make sense on a road bike? My local shop has a sale and I need a saddle for road riding.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-23, 05:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,089
Posted By kidadam

I just came across this one with… fenders. ...

I just came across this one with… fenders.

weighing 19 pounds.

​​https://straightupcycles.wordpress.com/2011/02/26/221/
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-23, 04:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,089
Posted By kidadam

beauty of a setup!

beauty of a setup!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-23, 02:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,089
Posted By kidadam

I’m going to pull the trigger at $1200 ($900 USD...

I’m going to pull the trigger at $1200 ($900 USD or 8 British top hats)

my only concern is after 50kms of riding how am I going to feel! Maybe I’ll stick to quick 40ks.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-23, 07:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,089
Posted By kidadam

yes, in-fact it would fit a lot better. I’m 5’9...

yes, in-fact it would fit a lot better. I’m 5’9 with average reach. It fits as is but it is aggressive. I figure switching the post would help as well?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-23, 03:40 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,089
Posted By kidadam

lol both… Canadian

lol both…
Canadian
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-23, 03:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,089
Posted By kidadam

Older titanium bike sram force

Hi,

$1300 loonies for this 2007 everti phoenix:

https://www.kijiji.ca/v-view-details.html?adId=1662928255

Question: does this post belong in vintage forums? 😄

It is pretty fantastic value...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-29-23, 10:41 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,078
Posted By kidadam

New bike - Surly Straggler v Kona Rove DL

I'm picking up a new bike this year and I narrowed it down to:

Surly Straggler 700c https://surlybikes.com/bikes/straggler
Kona Rove DL 650b https://www.konaworld.com/rove_dl.cfm

Both are the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-21, 09:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,608
Posted By kidadam

I ran 100 psi and got another one... It...

I ran 100 psi and got another one...

It looks like something cut the tire hence why I wasn’t feeling anything. Could this be it? It’s a tiny hole.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-21, 02:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,608
Posted By kidadam

I’ve gone down that 23 vs 25 worm hole. It seemed...

I’ve gone down that 23 vs 25 worm hole. It seemed like a never ending spiral but I would say most come out for 25s.

and thanks to everyone - I’d say the pressure solves it.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-21, 02:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,608
Posted By kidadam

they are 23s. What do you recommend? 100? For the...

they are 23s. What do you recommend? 100? For the most part I was running them at 120.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-21, 02:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,608
Posted By kidadam

I’m 165. What can I say, I always want to...

I’m 165.

What can I say, I always want to go to the edge…
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-21, 02:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,608
Posted By kidadam

Tubes is correct. I’m mounting new ones each...

Tubes is correct.
I’m mounting new ones each time and doing it myself.
Seems like a puncture. Today it blew about 15 k from home and I managed to limb back. It probably went from 140 psi to about...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-21, 01:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,608
Posted By kidadam

Recurring Flat tire alex rim rc24

Hi all,

I’ve had 5 flats both front and back over three weeks on my bike. I have newer corsa tires but these flats also happened on another tire set. I’m going crazy - I don’t see any issues. I’m...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-21, 02:45 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 733
Posted By kidadam

Giant TCR advanced - screaming deal?

Hi All,

having a hard time identifying the age of this bike - I’m told around 5 years. $850CAD for a full carbon bike, seems like a good deal too me. Thoughts? Does not come with the training...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-21, 03:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 649
Posted By kidadam

It also came with cateye computer :) 690 original...

It also came with cateye computer :) 690 original Kms
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-21, 03:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 649
Posted By kidadam

yes - I picked it up for 750 cad. It’s...

yes - I picked it up for 750 cad.

It’s pretty much ready to ride which is what I’m looking for. Plus he tossed in shoes that fit great.

...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-21, 11:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 649
Posted By kidadam

2011 caad8 105

Hi all,

I've been looking for a road bike for awhile and I think this maybe it. I don't want to invest too much since I have enough bikes and projects.

2011 CAAD8 that is lightly used. It has...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-21, 02:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 977
Posted By kidadam

That was exactly what I was thinking. I almost...

That was exactly what I was thinking. I almost would prefer original given the use I intend. 50k to 80k on the same old circuit.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-21, 10:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 977
Posted By kidadam

2005 Trek Pilot 5.9

Hey,

I'm looking for an affordable light weight road bike to add to the collection of bikes.

I came across this pilot 5.9 which I know very little about other than it's the type of bike I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-21, 10:52 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,150
Posted By kidadam

Looking for personal experiences.

Looking for personal experiences.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-21, 08:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,150
Posted By kidadam

Gios Aerolite 105

I'm surprised by how little information I can find on this bike:

https://www.kijiji.ca/v-road-bike/city-of-halifax/gios-aerolite-105-size-52/1542106349?undefined

Can anyone speak to the frame...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-17-21, 06:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,443
Posted By kidadam

Thanks all - I’ll stick with my intuition. Stay...

Thanks all - I’ll stick with my intuition. Stay tuned for a classic build thread where ya’ll can tell
me how to build it up.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-10-21, 05:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,443
Posted By kidadam

Steamroller alternatives

Considering picking up a steamroller frame and doing a fresh fixed build. I’ll likely ride the bike year round which includes snow and ice. Any other frames in the same range to consider?
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-11-20, 05:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,072
Posted By kidadam

Well I rode 4k to 8k a day everyday as a commuter...

Well I rode 4k to 8k a day everyday as a commuter - even in the dead of winter. I also hike and trail run.

since Covid I’ve been doing group rides - the first time I felt the lightening bolt...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
09-11-20, 04:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,072
Posted By kidadam

Clip in knee pain

Hi all,

I have severe knee pain when i clip in on three different bikes.

I set the cleats on the shoes as far back as I possibly could.

The float isn’t crazy but not bad either. Spd pedals....
Forum: Touring
09-10-20, 06:16 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 17,299
Posted By kidadam

It’s likely a 1999 and that’s exactly what I did....

It’s likely a 1999 and that’s exactly what I did. I put Kool stops on it, new brooks, and new tape. I do need to change the tires at some point. They are the originals and really aren’t too bad, just...
Forum: Touring
09-09-20, 03:54 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 17,299
Posted By kidadam

That's some great work. I just picked up a used...

That's some great work. I just picked up a used 520. I've been looking for the right one honestly for 5 years.

My problem is it's so clean that I feel like I need to preserve it!
...
Forum: Touring
09-08-20, 04:13 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,795
Posted By kidadam

I plan to go up it and down it. I have a cabin...

I plan to go up it and down it. I have a cabin about an hour away so I’ll drive to maybe Pleasant Bay Area and start there.
Forum: Touring
09-07-20, 12:41 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,795
Posted By kidadam

I used a drivetrain Mugoff fluid. It seems to...

I used a drivetrain Mugoff fluid. It seems to have worked.

I need to replace the bar tape and the saddle. The saddle is very comfy but it has a terrible squeak that I can't handle nor fix.

The...
Forum: Touring
09-04-20, 06:47 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,795
Posted By kidadam

I think this is the case. The bike was a RV queen...

I think this is the case. The bike was a RV queen and was probably purchased as a luxury.

The issue with the shifter is that sometimes there is no click - it moves over without any resistance. If...
Forum: Touring
09-04-20, 04:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,795
Posted By kidadam

Yes one is having difficult time to time. I knew...

Yes one is having difficult time to time. I knew that before buying - I thought I could replace it with bar ends if worse comes to worst. Does anyone know if it's something that can be fixed?
Forum: Touring
09-04-20, 12:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,795
Posted By kidadam

Wow these are the original tires. Hard to believe...

Wow these are the original tires. Hard to believe actually. I think most of the scuffs are just from storage. It rides like a new bike. I have 2019 26" LHT as well and it seems every bit as good.
...
Forum: Touring
09-04-20, 10:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,795
Posted By kidadam

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x1125/img_4159_5de439eb0c0ba961ea03e9f3abd57cd18164c516.jpg...
Forum: Touring
09-04-20, 10:57 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,795
Posted By kidadam

1999 to 2000? Trek 520 with STI 9 speed?

Hi,

I picked up a trek 520 for a song ($225 USD) that's lightly used.

It has a Tiagra 9 speed shifters, LX Deore rear derailleur, LX hubs, 105 crank and 105 front derailleur. Apparently it was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-20, 04:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,753
Posted By kidadam

I bought the demo for 100 CAD. It's easier to...

I bought the demo for 100 CAD. It's easier to keep and is suited better for longer rides. The new bar tape is wearing well and will match the saddle.

From what I can tell these demo saddles are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-20, 07:25 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,426
Posted By kidadam

The pedals have already loosened - I’m happy they...

The pedals have already loosened - I’m happy they were tight and gitty. Those of you who say get the tool are correct, they have loosened a fair bit already and will need tightening.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-20, 12:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,753
Posted By kidadam

So my local bike shop gave me a demo brooks c15. ...

So my local bike shop gave me a demo brooks c15.

it looks pretty smart and is hella easy to install vs the spanner way but I gotta say the feel is very similar to the old turbo saddle. and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-20, 05:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,753
Posted By kidadam

Interesting, I have owned a B17 for over ten...

Interesting, I have owned a B17 for over ten years and love it. It’s been on two bikes, the current one being a long haul trucker.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-20, 12:38 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,753
Posted By kidadam

It ain't great but the entire bike isn't exactly...

It ain't great but the entire bike isn't exactly floating on a cloud either.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-20, 08:38 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,753
Posted By kidadam

Saddle choices for vintage race bike.

Heya, I’m thinking I may replace my saddle (it’s the original) with something new. Maybe a brooks team Chrome.

What are you using?
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-20, 07:48 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,426
Posted By kidadam

He has an amazing ability to make me feel like I...

He has an amazing ability to make me feel like I haven’t done enough with my day 😄. He’s also a very spoiled collie.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-20, 06:46 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,426
Posted By kidadam

I really like these pedals - they spin really...

I really like these pedals - they spin really nice.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-20, 05:32 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,426
Posted By kidadam

An overnight sit in penetrating oil and a shanked...

An overnight sit in penetrating oil and a shanked hiking boot did the trick. I can say that was the hardest pedal I've ever come across. It was nice to that snap underfoot.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-20, 05:07 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,426
Posted By kidadam

Tis the non drive side - I have penetrating oil...

Tis the non drive side - I have penetrating oil on it and have been whacking it with a hammer for some hours now. It’ll get there or it’ll go to the shop!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-20, 04:48 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,426
Posted By kidadam

There is just no removing one of the old pedals....

There is just no removing one of the old pedals. I’ve been at it for hours.
Showing results 1 to 50 of 115
 
Page 1 of 3
1
2
3


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.