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Forum: Mountain Biking
03-04-09, 09:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 523
Posted By brandonsdad02

Hydro Pack

So I was a dumbass this past fall when I put my bike stuff away for the winter and forgot to drain the last little bit of water out of my hydration pack. Well you can pretty much guess what happened...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-19-08, 09:03 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,760
Posted By brandonsdad02

I caught a 24 inch carp on a 6wt St. Croix with...

I caught a 24 inch carp on a 6wt St. Croix with 4lb tippet and 6 and 8lb leader. Didn't break my line and took me 45 minutes to get it in.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-12-08, 05:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 11,707
Posted By brandonsdad02

Yes its real electrical tape. Its called phase...

Yes its real electrical tape. Its called phase tape and we use it all the time when pulling in wires into any switch gear, transformer, or electrical room.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-23-08, 06:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 687
Posted By brandonsdad02

Unless he is ungodly rich, I'm pretty sure thats...

Unless he is ungodly rich, I'm pretty sure thats not berber. Looks like concrete to me.

I have my bike torn apart and suspended in my garage, I have about 1.5 hours left to work on it until it...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-29-08, 10:45 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,599
Posted By brandonsdad02

We should sell tickets..

We should sell tickets..
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-28-08, 08:08 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,383
Posted By brandonsdad02

I only use water in mine. After a ride I drain...

I only use water in mine. After a ride I drain it, then toss in the freezer. I had some black stuff growing in the tube so I took a sponge tied to a small cable and ran it thru the hose a few...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-28-08, 07:47 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,599
Posted By brandonsdad02

Sorry Computer locked up..Meant to say road...

Sorry Computer locked up..Meant to say road helmets probably aren't the best for trail use, but what ever you use have fun!!
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-27-08, 07:59 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,599
Posted By brandonsdad02

Not so much for trail riding.

Not so much for trail riding.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-27-08, 07:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 325
Posted By brandonsdad02

Hydro pack

http://http://www.cambriabike.com/shopexd.asp?id=27867

I'm sure this in the wrong forum, but I'm looking for a replacement mouth piece for my Jansport Ion Hydro pack. I was cleaning the rubber...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-08, 07:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 418
Posted By brandonsdad02

You shouldn't have a problem doing that. I have...

You shouldn't have a problem doing that. I have Shimano Deore rear der and my front is Shimano as well. I had Sram grip shifters put on at the LBS and haven't had any problems at all. Pick out...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-29-08, 07:37 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 7,885
Posted By brandonsdad02

I have them on my Trek VRX 200 and do like them. ...

I have them on my Trek VRX 200 and do like them. They are great for climbing hills and different hand positions. 1+ on getting them hooked on things. There have been more than one occasion that I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-29-08, 07:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,867
Posted By brandonsdad02

I just put my back wheel in between the upright...

I just put my back wheel in between the upright slats on the railing of my deck. It gives plenty of room to work on everything and I just put my chain cleaner on the chain and go at it. You don't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-28-08, 08:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 19,105
Posted By brandonsdad02

Yeah I do. Phoenix is a dry heat, just like in...

Yeah I do. Phoenix is a dry heat, just like in Ft. Worth/Dallas area. You try coming Iowa during the summer. It was 88F here today with 65% humidity.
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-25-08, 03:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 871
Posted By brandonsdad02

Awesome pictures, I'm jealous!!

Awesome pictures, I'm jealous!!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-08, 06:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,089
Posted By brandonsdad02

Find the bent spot in the rim and on the opposite...

Find the bent spot in the rim and on the opposite side of the bend, turn the spoke about a quarter turn. Keep doing this all the way around til the rim is straight as you can get it. I have had...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-08, 03:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,492
Posted By brandonsdad02

Did you check the inside of the tire to see if...

Did you check the inside of the tire to see if there is something stuck in it?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-19-08, 05:12 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 327
Posted By brandonsdad02

A hitch mounted rack can be used on any car/truck...

A hitch mounted rack can be used on any car/truck that has a hitch. Not sure of any online plans that are available. I made my own hitch for my car and bought the rack on ebay.
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-17-08, 07:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 689
Posted By brandonsdad02

Thanks for all the suggestions. Junkyard...go...

Thanks for all the suggestions. Junkyard...go play in traffic on a foggy morning.......The handle bars turn very easy, very smooth. No indexing at all. I have checked the frame and it is straight...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-17-08, 06:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 689
Posted By brandonsdad02

Handle Bars

I have noticed now for a while that when I ride no handed at a average speed ie...15-20 mph my handle bars start wobble and if it don't grab the bar I would prolly crash. Nothing feels lose in the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-17-08, 06:33 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,965
Posted By brandonsdad02

It must be the seat he has. I ride a mountain...

It must be the seat he has. I ride a mountain bike and I most wear mesh shorts and boxers when I ride. Just have to adjust the "junk" when you start riding to get it in the right spot.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-08, 03:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 348
Posted By brandonsdad02

Grips

Where can I find a wide variety of replacement grip shift (twist grip) grips. Mine are a year old and worn out.
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-16-08, 08:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 276
Posted By brandonsdad02

Grips

Where can I find a wide variety of replacement grip shift grips?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-08, 06:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 573
Posted By brandonsdad02

Yes I agree with all of the above. Sounds like...

Yes I agree with all of the above. Sounds like time for new chain and cassette. My bike did the same after I put a new chain on and I replaced the cassette and it fixed the problem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-08, 06:47 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 357
Posted By brandonsdad02

Crank help

A few weeks ago I landed just a bit too hard after coming off a jump and bent my Crank arm. The chain side. It just had Shimano Alivo cranks. So I replaced them with the same ones. They were...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-08, 04:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 561
Posted By brandonsdad02

I had my LBS look at my bb and they said it was...

I had my LBS look at my bb and they said it was ok. I know that this wasn't present on the other crank set. I was wondering it wasn't the crank bolt torqe too. I will have them check it out.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-24-08, 07:27 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 561
Posted By brandonsdad02

Crank help

So I just got some new cranks put on Sunday after I bent my other cranks. Now today out riding I notice while in my middle chain ring in the front and my smallest in the back something was making a...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-22-08, 07:07 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 918
Posted By brandonsdad02

I don't see why it wouldn't work. Its the same...

I don't see why it wouldn't work. Its the same style of BB so I would say go for it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-22-08, 06:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 492
Posted By brandonsdad02

Thank you for your answers. I just went to a LBS...

Thank you for your answers. I just went to a LBS and had them put on a new set of cranks. It was must easier than trying to do it myself and it took him 10 mins tops.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-22-08, 09:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 492
Posted By brandonsdad02

Cranks

I landed really hard yesterday after coming of a jump and bent my chain side cranks. I know they are toast so I'm going to replace them. I have figured out that I have 175 square tappered crank. ...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-05-08, 06:56 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 318
Posted By brandonsdad02

Broken seat

So I got a new seat Friday at Scheels Sporting goods and put it on yesterday. Not bad really liking it, went out and rode some single track and some switch backs. Went out today and jumped a small...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-21-08, 09:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 473
Posted By brandonsdad02

Im not sure who makes my brakes. They had the...

Im not sure who makes my brakes. They had the threaded post and a set up similar to this.

http://www.jensonusa.com/store/product/BR401D08-Jagwire+Basics+Comp+Mtn+Xc++Brake+Shoes.aspx
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-21-08, 08:21 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 473
Posted By brandonsdad02

Brake pads

I'm needing new brake pads for my bike. I found some that I like but the description says Linear-Pull and Cantilever. Now the color I want only says linera pull. Is this same as cantilever.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-20-08, 12:51 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 336
Posted By brandonsdad02

Planet Bike Protege 9.0

Do any of you have this computer and if you do, what do you think of it? Im thinking about getting one and was just wondering what your thoughts on this particular brand were.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-20-08, 10:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,761
Posted By brandonsdad02

Planet Bike Protege 9.0

Do any of you have this computer and if you do, what do you think of it? Im thinking about getting one and was just wondering what your thoughts on this particular brand were.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-19-08, 03:55 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 560
Posted By brandonsdad02

Need help choosing bike computer

I need some help figuring out what is the best computer for my bike. I currently have a Cateye Mity 8. It was worked well but there is something wrong with the wire. It will sometimes just stop...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-19-08, 09:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 300
Posted By brandonsdad02

Need help choosing bike computer

I need some help figuring out what is the best computer for my bike. I currently have a Cateye Mity 8. It was worked well but there is something wrong with the wire. It will sometimes just stop...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-17-08, 07:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 662
Posted By brandonsdad02

Yes, he is quite the character. He is hard to...

Yes, he is quite the character. He is hard to talk to, you ask him a question and he will answer it, but then goes back to the shop. He won't stay and help you find things. So a soft seat is bad?
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-17-08, 06:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 662
Posted By brandonsdad02

ALright, THANK YOU guys so much for all your feed...

ALright, THANK YOU guys so much for all your feed back. Yes the tail bone did heal up, but it has been sore for a number of years when the seasons change. I think I will start with a nice soft mens...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-17-08, 03:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 662
Posted By brandonsdad02

Oh yes, another note, I dunno if this will make...

Oh yes, another note, I dunno if this will make much of a difference, but I was hit by a car while riding my bike when I was 15 and broke my tail bone. I have the seat level with the ground. The...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-17-08, 03:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 662
Posted By brandonsdad02

I called the LBS today and he told me that he...

I called the LBS today and he told me that he just sells the bikes. he subs out the fitting part. He told me to go to a physical thearipist first then to a frame builder. I was like WTH...I just...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-16-08, 08:57 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 662
Posted By brandonsdad02

No I haven't been fit..They can do that?? How...

No I haven't been fit..They can do that?? How much would that cost. I really want to ride as much as I can this year, its just hard when my butt hurts so soon into a ride.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-16-08, 08:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 662
Posted By brandonsdad02

Bike seat

So for a while now I have been having a problem with my butt hurting after about 5 miles or so into my ride. I thought that I needed baggies, so I got some. Still my butt hurts. I have tried...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-07-08, 08:18 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 320
Posted By brandonsdad02

Fat boy need some help.

I'm wanting to get some mountain biking shorts, you know the baggy ones, but I'm not real sure on how the sizing goes. I know sometimes when you buy things, the run smaller than normal. I just want...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-21-08, 08:00 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 431
Posted By brandonsdad02

Need help!!

Ok, I know its not recommended to use headphones while riding but I do. I can't ride without my music. Well anyways to the point. My headphones broke yesterday and I'm wanting some ideas on what...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-03-07, 07:43 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 17,450
Posted By brandonsdad02

I have went thru 2 PC48 chains this year. Each...

I have went thru 2 PC48 chains this year. Each time I crushed a link on a rock or something of that nature. It sucks riding back to the car 12 miles when you have crushed links.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-07, 08:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 451
Posted By brandonsdad02

I'm not sure if that was the orginal chain that...

I'm not sure if that was the orginal chain that came on it. I didn't know if their was some chart that would tell me the correct number of links to have. The big chain ring on the back is a 33...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-07, 07:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 351
Posted By brandonsdad02

Just get a simple chain cleaner with the brushes...

Just get a simple chain cleaner with the brushes that you run your chain thru. Something like this will work just fine. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-07, 07:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 451
Posted By brandonsdad02

Skipping chain

I have recently bought a Trek VRX 200 full suspension bike. I love this bike and have made many upgrades to it. New shifters, tires, seat, pedals, chains. Now recently I have noticed that when I'm in...
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