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Forum: Commuting
04-08-23, 09:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,334
Posted By steve-in-kville

We had a few people commute by bike over the...

We had a few people commute by bike over the years, for one reason or another. Last guy got all wrapped up in the e-bike thing. Before that we had an older man ride to work on an ancient 10-speed...
Forum: Commuting
04-05-23, 02:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,334
Posted By steve-in-kville

Currently just shy of four miles, uphill both...

Currently just shy of four miles, uphill both ways. One thing that did change is my employer got a little more bike friendly and has a spot out of the weather to lock bikes up.
Forum: Commuting
04-01-23, 08:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,334
Posted By steve-in-kville

Thanks! I dug out a box of headlamps and...

Thanks! I dug out a box of headlamps and blinkers... headlamps still had a bit of a charge! Go figure....

Yeah, I've been hearing them calling, too. I have a BOB trailer somewhere, all manner of...
Forum: Commuting
04-01-23, 06:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,334
Posted By steve-in-kville

Been out of the game for a few years & miss it

Haven't commuted since early 2019. Life got in the way, world got turned on its side and then the pandemic. Got three good bikes in the basement, one of which is a 13 y/o Specialized Hardrock. Plan...
Forum: Touring
04-01-20, 05:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 725
Posted By steve-in-kville

I have disc brakes all around... and I'm not...

I have disc brakes all around... and I'm not afraid to buy a new fork if need be. I've been budgeting for a new bike for three years and since I'm resurrecting this one, I have some funds to play...
Forum: Touring
04-01-20, 03:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,972
Posted By steve-in-kville

I have to take a drive back there. We go past Fox...

I have to take a drive back there. We go past Fox Road on our way to church, but that won't be happening for a little while. I talked to some people at work and they always remembered lots of cycle...
Forum: Touring
04-01-20, 03:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 725
Posted By steve-in-kville

I wouldn't be against a fork with a lock out, but...

I wouldn't be against a fork with a lock out, but doesn't the extra weight bother you? The stock fork has adjustments, but even on its stiffest setting, its still has some give. Can you recommend...
Forum: Touring
03-31-20, 04:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 725
Posted By steve-in-kville

'10 Hardrock Touring/Adventure Upfit

I just brushed the cobwebs off my Specialized Hardrock that I bought back in early 2010. I had commuted on it for a while until my boys took turns using it. It has sat for almost two years and I have...
Forum: Touring
03-30-20, 05:32 PM
Replies: 4,822
Views: 2,616,998
Posted By steve-in-kville

Love the add-on bar drops! Make & model?

Love the add-on bar drops! Make & model?
Forum: Touring
03-30-20, 04:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,972
Posted By steve-in-kville

I'll see what I can do. That area was called the...

I'll see what I can do. That area was called the Village of Hopeland and everyone knew everyone else. I'm sure I can come up with something. Give me a few days.
Forum: Touring
03-30-20, 04:28 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,972
Posted By steve-in-kville

Canon Hill does, as that is the name of that...

Canon Hill does, as that is the name of that mountain. Elizabeth farms grows trees now. My parents actually farmed that land as tenant farmers when they were first married in 1975, before it was...
Forum: Touring
03-30-20, 03:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,972
Posted By steve-in-kville

It wouldn't per chance be on a farm that now...

It wouldn't per chance be on a farm that now raises Christmas trees?
Forum: Touring
03-29-20, 05:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,972
Posted By steve-in-kville

Wow, didn't realize so many were familiar with...

Wow, didn't realize so many were familiar with the area. When I first registered here, I still lived in K-ville. The lake you speak of is Middle Creek Wildlife Reserve, or known to the locals as...
Forum: Touring
03-29-20, 11:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,972
Posted By steve-in-kville

You got it. Used to live in that area. I miss it.

You got it. Used to live in that area. I miss it.
03-29-20, 09:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 546
Posted By steve-in-kville

Swap out suspension fork for fixed?

I've been out of the game for a while. I have a ten-year old Hardrock that I want to swap the front fork for a fixed fork. How do I go about finding a fork that would be geometrically correct? Thank...
Forum: Touring
03-29-20, 07:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,972
Posted By steve-in-kville

Been away for a while

Haven't been riding due to some injuries that kept resurfacing (broken ribs). Parked my touring bike and recently resurrected my old Hardrock. Plan to rebuild it into my commuter/adventure/overnight...
Replies: 29
Views: 4,033
Posted By steve-in-kville

Mike Hall, dude was a beast. Sadly, he went to...

Mike Hall, dude was a beast. Sadly, he went to that big race in the sky.
Forum: Touring
08-19-18, 08:29 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,864
Posted By steve-in-kville

Firewood and bourbon and I'm in.

Firewood and bourbon and I'm in.
Replies: 12
Views: 18,327
Posted By steve-in-kville

Mount rear flasher to seat stay?

I know there are a few in this sub-forum who use the larger seat bags, so I thought I'd start here: I do not care for clipping my rear light to my seat bag. Its not sturdy or secure. I've seen bikes...
Forum: Touring
08-10-18, 02:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,982
Posted By steve-in-kville

I have a few of Apidura packs and they are pretty...

I have a few of Apidura packs and they are pretty high quality.... not sure where you are paying $200 as my medium seat bag was around $120, IIRC. As far as sway, its all in how its loaded from my...
Forum: Touring
07-05-18, 03:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,624
Posted By steve-in-kville

Helmet mounted headlamp?

I'm looking to add a helmet-mounted lamp. I already have a bar mounted light, and this would supplement that as needed. USB chargeable would be nice, but not required.

Recommendations? Thanks.
07-04-18, 09:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 455
Posted By steve-in-kville

I think that's what I have, Kool Stops. They're...

I think that's what I have, Kool Stops. They're red, right?

I just went out and gave the brakes a once over, made a few small adjustments. Rear brakes were replaced and work fine (without the...
07-04-18, 08:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 455
Posted By steve-in-kville

Braking surface cleaning?

My Tourist pulls a trailer and I do not have near the braking power I used to have. I just replaced pads. What solution would I use to clean the braking surface on the rims? Thanks!
04-19-18, 04:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,022
Posted By steve-in-kville

Dude... I forgot all about those movies... that...

Dude... I forgot all about those movies... that and Police Academy.
04-19-18, 04:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 11,618
Posted By steve-in-kville

I am running Gator's in 28's. They fit. This...

I am running Gator's in 28's. They fit. This being said, I just switched to a better wheelset and I am having to wiggle them past the brake pads. I may have to open the brakes up, not sure yet. Still...
04-19-18, 04:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,207
Posted By steve-in-kville

That kinda makes my eyes hurt.

That kinda makes my eyes hurt.
04-19-18, 04:00 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,153
Posted By steve-in-kville

Thanks for the replies. I'm always glad to hear...

Thanks for the replies. I'm always glad to hear from those that do FG distance rides. Badass for sure!
04-18-18, 03:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,153
Posted By steve-in-kville

Both brakes on FG?

The Kilo is currently undergoing phase 1 of its long overdue rebuild. New wheels, cog, and chain. Phase 2 will be a new crank and bars. That being said, I'm going full time fixed. I have plans to...
04-18-18, 03:23 PM
Replies: 569
Views: 122,285
Posted By steve-in-kville

I'm 4' 14", so I'm at the other end of the...

I'm 4' 14", so I'm at the other end of the spectrum. That is a tall bike!!
04-16-18, 03:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,128
Posted By steve-in-kville

:lol::lol:

:lol::lol:
04-16-18, 03:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,967
Posted By steve-in-kville

I have another wheelset on the way and I ordered...

I have another wheelset on the way and I ordered another 18T for now. I will re-approach this further down the road to see what my needs are. My fitness level can certainly be a lot better, too!
04-11-18, 04:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,207
Posted By steve-in-kville

Hmmm.... maybe I should go drag the original...

Hmmm.... maybe I should go drag the original drops out of storage and give it a whirl again. Perhaps I have matured??
04-11-18, 04:05 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,207
Posted By steve-in-kville

Okay, but I never ride in the drops.... maybe...

Okay, but I never ride in the drops.... maybe I've had all the wrong drop bars over the years.
04-11-18, 02:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,207
Posted By steve-in-kville

Most comfortable bullhorns?

I have a pair of cheap Fyxation bullhorns. I'm in the process of rebuilding the Kilo this spring, and I'd like to upgrade my bars as well. What bars are the most comfortable, in your opinion?
04-11-18, 02:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,681
Posted By steve-in-kville

Remember what forum you're in: we all absolutely...

Remember what forum you're in: we all absolutely worship the movie Premium Rush. You're not a real rider unless you've watched it like five times.
04-11-18, 02:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,562
Posted By steve-in-kville

This one simple trick cam turn a Kilo TT into a...

This one simple trick cam turn a Kilo TT into a Cinelli. Works like a charm!
04-10-18, 02:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,644
Posted By steve-in-kville

Why? Does it pose a safety issue?

Why? Does it pose a safety issue?
Forum: Commuting
04-09-18, 03:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,550
Posted By steve-in-kville

That's exactly what I'm after. Thanks!

That's exactly what I'm after. Thanks!
Forum: Commuting
04-07-18, 10:57 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,550
Posted By steve-in-kville

Cell phone holster?

I commute with a backpack or messenger bag about 90% of the time. I used to keep my phone in whatever bag I was using at the time, but the more I think of it, I'd much rather keep it more accessible....
Replies: 22
Views: 4,427
Posted By steve-in-kville

I dig the dual headlight arrangement! Are they...

I dig the dual headlight arrangement! Are they powered by a dyno?? I can't tell by the pics.
04-07-18, 09:42 AM
Replies: 1,002
Views: 127,467
Posted By steve-in-kville

Okay, good to know. I just ordered new wheels,...

Okay, good to know. I just ordered new wheels, cog and chain. Got my eye on a new crankset later this spring.
04-07-18, 09:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,727
Posted By steve-in-kville

Thanks for the replies. Maybe I'll watch the...

Thanks for the replies. Maybe I'll watch the local garage/yard sales for an exercise bike. Not sure I'm wild about wearing my tire down on a trainer.
04-06-18, 04:21 PM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 775,242
Posted By steve-in-kville

After talking about it for 18+ months, I just...

After talking about it for 18+ months, I just ordered a new wheelset and some other goodies from a certain shop in San Diego... next up is a new BB and crankset. Long time coming. The ol' Kilo is...
04-06-18, 04:17 PM
Replies: 1,002
Views: 127,467
Posted By steve-in-kville

Not sure where I read this... but I am replacing...

Not sure where I read this... but I am replacing my cog and chain. Will this have any effect on the chainring? I thought I read somewhere that the entire drivetrain should be replaced all at once to...
04-06-18, 03:07 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,967
Posted By steve-in-kville

That's exactly the info I was after. My fitness...

That's exactly the info I was after. My fitness suffered a bit over the fall & winter due to some broken ribs. I gained some weight but I think dropping a tooth in the back isn't gonna be a deal...
04-05-18, 04:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,967
Posted By steve-in-kville

The wheels I am getting are FG/FG both sides...

The wheels I am getting are FG/FG both sides (from Retro). So I'm okay there. And you're right.... cogs are like $20 at the most.
04-05-18, 03:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,967
Posted By steve-in-kville

Flip/flop Gearing help?

I am gathering all I need to set up the ol' Kilo as full-time fixed. I want to have a cog on both sides of my hub, as I know many here that do distance events roll that way. I am currently running a...
04-03-18, 04:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,727
Posted By steve-in-kville

Thanks for the replies. Not sure why I was...

Thanks for the replies. Not sure why I was thinking that trainers came with their own axle/skewer. Think I'll check out the Kurt.
04-02-18, 03:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,727
Posted By steve-in-kville

Indoor Trainer for FG?

I am training for my first FG century later this year and a possible fixed 200k rando. As much as I'd love to actually put miles on the road, I am finding situations where an indoor trainer would be...
Forum: Touring
03-23-18, 01:53 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,775
Posted By steve-in-kville

Thanks for the reply. I have a cheapie $5...

Thanks for the reply. I have a cheapie $5 "lipstick" charger I use (at work) to top off my phone when it's at 50%. I might get two charges out of it, maybe three. This weekend, I plan to keep my...
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