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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-15-16, 08:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,690
Posted By street_sweeper

hes watched a few videos on building wheels. i...

hes watched a few videos on building wheels. i had someone helping me with the proper tools and i still didnt finish mine, laced them and paid someone else to tension.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-04-16, 09:18 AM
Replies: 786
Views: 113,237
Posted By street_sweeper

nice! recently ive been wanting to build up a...

nice! recently ive been wanting to build up a "resto-mod" if you will with a late 80s-early 90s steel mtb. The ones ive ridden in 20 year old state of repair still just have a responsiveness and ride...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-04-16, 09:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 901
Posted By street_sweeper

you check that thing for cracks?

you check that thing for cracks?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-22-16, 11:34 PM
Replies: 5,734
Views: 1,646,667
Posted By street_sweeper

any explanation for the smaller hub widths than...

any explanation for the smaller hub widths than what i assumed was the standard 100/120
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-22-16, 11:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,150
Posted By street_sweeper

is it just me, or do these kids look young for...

is it just me, or do these kids look young for their listed ages?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-21-16, 06:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 820
Posted By street_sweeper

well considering how hard it is to get a claim...

well considering how hard it is to get a claim like this from a DMV/state govt with damage done to a car, i doubt they will even take the time to process your claim once they realize its from a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-20-16, 07:58 PM
Replies: 1,135
Views: 286,300
Posted By street_sweeper

Im not usually a fan of color builds like that...

Im not usually a fan of color builds like that but it was so well executed:thumb:

The saddle adds to the look!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-19-16, 08:17 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,847
Posted By street_sweeper

Non Drive side pics. Like the black one though

Non Drive side pics. Like the black one though
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-19-16, 08:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,061
Posted By street_sweeper

Curious as well to how heavy it ends up being.

Curious as well to how heavy it ends up being.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-19-16, 08:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,403
Posted By street_sweeper

http://cdn.media.cyclingnews.com/2010/05/17/1/hamp...

http://cdn.media.cyclingnews.com/2010/05/17/1/hampsten_88gdt_huffy_full_view_600.jpg

Dont forget these...:rolleyes: It says Huffy on it :lol:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-19-16, 08:00 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 19,306
Posted By street_sweeper

how do those mag wheels that look like aero...

how do those mag wheels that look like aero spokes ride? Do they have any redeeming qualities besides being easy to lock up
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-19-16, 07:57 PM
Replies: 1,135
Views: 286,300
Posted By street_sweeper

that saddle looks super 70s/80s, i like it. Is it...

that saddle looks super 70s/80s, i like it. Is it a bmx saddle?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-19-16, 07:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,939
Posted By street_sweeper

i clip in my right leg then push off and sit on...

i clip in my right leg then push off and sit on the saddle and clip in the left as im going, if i have time to get my right leg parallel to the ground i will by lifting up the rear of the bike and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-19-16, 07:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,906
Posted By street_sweeper

i agree to an extent, but 1k seems like alot for...

i agree to an extent, but 1k seems like alot for a starter bike to me. If im spending 1k i want quality everywhere i can get it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-15-16, 07:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,090
Posted By street_sweeper

i would avoid that if possible

i would avoid that if possible
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-15-16, 10:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,214
Posted By street_sweeper

thats a 735 classic isnt it? with no seat post...

thats a 735 classic isnt it? with no seat post clamp? which makes me wonder why it has no seat post clamp.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-15-16, 10:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 902
Posted By street_sweeper

walmart

walmart
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-15-16, 09:57 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,906
Posted By street_sweeper

so i priced out a AC thunderdome with a fairly...

so i priced out a AC thunderdome with a fairly decent build, it came to about $2150 for everything for a complete build. the frame and fork are $650, so you could use $1500 plus what ever frame you...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-15-16, 09:56 AM
Replies: 786
Views: 113,237
Posted By street_sweeper

so pre derailleur chic

so pre derailleur chic
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-15-16, 09:16 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 13,312
Posted By street_sweeper

bet that wheelset weighs 12 lbs

bet that wheelset weighs 12 lbs
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-30-16, 02:36 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 16,650
Posted By street_sweeper

i felt the difference in stiffness, but do i...

i felt the difference in stiffness, but do i think it is $150 worth of difference? not in the least bit.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-29-16, 08:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,239
Posted By street_sweeper

Yep, right on. That would be more resonable...

Yep, right on. That would be more resonable pressures.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-29-16, 08:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,239
Posted By street_sweeper

according to this i need to run 132.5 in the rear...

according to this i need to run 132.5 in the rear and 120 front. but im a pretty big boy in cycling terms
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-29-16, 02:30 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 16,650
Posted By street_sweeper

i dont think the omniums are worth the money over...

i dont think the omniums are worth the money over the s100's
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-16, 10:38 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,847
Posted By street_sweeper

looking to be easier said than done. They are...

looking to be easier said than done. They are appearing to be not very common in the states. Also discovered f1 bmx and did a little reading on them.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-16, 07:19 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,847
Posted By street_sweeper

dang, id like one with like 2.2-2.4 bmx tires.

dang, id like one with like 2.2-2.4 bmx tires.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-17-16, 05:09 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 15,449
Posted By street_sweeper

these have intrigued me.

these have intrigued me.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-16, 04:46 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,620
Posted By street_sweeper

yeah... unfortunately

yeah... unfortunately
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-16, 04:18 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,847
Posted By street_sweeper

how large of a tire can you fit?

how large of a tire can you fit?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-16, 03:31 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,847
Posted By street_sweeper

thank you kindly

thank you kindly
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-16, 03:30 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,847
Posted By street_sweeper

thank you. I was inquiring about the...

thank you.

I was inquiring about the general style/type of bicycle it is. I am not familiar with it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-16, 03:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,612
Posted By street_sweeper

what kind of tires are those?

what kind of tires are those?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-16, 03:24 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,620
Posted By street_sweeper

seems like a logical step. But also hope the...

seems like a logical step. But also hope the company doesn't lose its identity trying to expand.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-16, 03:21 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,847
Posted By street_sweeper

what am i looking at here? 20" wheels?

what am i looking at here? 20" wheels?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-16-16, 08:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,325
Posted By street_sweeper

im sure you could find an omnium chain ring for...

im sure you could find an omnium chain ring for cheap.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-15-16, 02:11 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,908
Posted By street_sweeper

if im clipped in, im in a helmet.

if im clipped in, im in a helmet.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-15-16, 11:05 AM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,847
Posted By street_sweeper

thanks guys. I tried to keep it clean and do...

thanks guys.

I tried to keep it clean and do a silver/black mash up and keep the proportions similar to that of the frame.

I did debate getting a Thomson x4 stem so I could get a silver...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-14-16, 05:42 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,162
Posted By street_sweeper

shouldnt they list a seat post clamp diameter if...

shouldnt they list a seat post clamp diameter if they are selling it as a frameset?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-14-16, 05:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,285
Posted By street_sweeper

the sensation to me is completely different. Plus...

the sensation to me is completely different. Plus at this time im not in the shape i should be, so i feel as if its easier to ride fixed since they transmit momentum.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-14-16, 10:42 AM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,847
Posted By street_sweeper

527342 finally got this thing mostly together....

527342
finally got this thing mostly together. need to swap my pedals over and wrap the bars.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-14-16, 09:58 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,162
Posted By street_sweeper

$1000 bike with $15 tires...? thats my problem...

$1000 bike with $15 tires...? thats my problem with state. they cut too many corners when its not a brand name part. I bet it has a kmc 410 chain and one of their generic cog and lock ring set ups.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-13-16, 02:29 PM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 776,397
Posted By street_sweeper

i tired to do it all decent quality stuff, it is...

i tired to do it all decent quality stuff, it is my first new bike ive ever owned that didnt come from walmart.

New Sheriff SL hubs to Archetypes with dt revolution spokes.
Wrapped in GP 4000...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-13-16, 02:14 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,336
Posted By street_sweeper

you have pretty much have 2 bikes SquidPuppet...

you have pretty much have 2 bikes SquidPuppet :lol:

no, i love all of your builds for their simplicity and execution.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-13-16, 01:52 PM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 776,397
Posted By street_sweeper

should be getting my eai superstar cog, eai lock...

should be getting my eai superstar cog, eai lock ring, and selle italia flite 1990 today to hopefully finally finish my thunderdome off after like 3 months.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-13-16, 01:18 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,226
Posted By street_sweeper

even stock gen 1 contender minus those awful...

even stock gen 1 contender minus those awful stock wheels was not a massive difference from where i had it. The bigger difference came from changing frames. But i guess i had immediately eliminated...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-13-16, 10:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,338
Posted By street_sweeper

been caught too many times where it gets darker...

been caught too many times where it gets darker quicker than i think or the ride feels too good to come back before dark to run like this.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-13-16, 10:49 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,336
Posted By street_sweeper

this was entertaining. I like the comment about...

this was entertaining. I like the comment about fixed gears not being well suited for an urban environment. In my opinion thats the rider not the bicycle that is not suited for an urban environment.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-11-16, 08:45 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,226
Posted By street_sweeper

i went from a state bicycle frame to a all city...

i went from a state bicycle frame to a all city thunderdome. Transferred my omniums with an all city pursuit chain ring, thomson stem and seat post over.

What i learned from this whole thing was...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-05-16, 08:23 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 9,162
Posted By street_sweeper

i had issues with my gen 1 contender frame in...

i had issues with my gen 1 contender frame in terms of the seat post clamp. they said it was a 29.2 or something, I dont remember exactly. But it was not a common size, so long story short i ended up...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-01-16, 02:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 819
Posted By street_sweeper

patent/blue print drawings are nice if well done.

patent/blue print drawings are nice if well done.
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