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Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-10, 11:01 PM
Replies: 662
Views: 85,748
Posted By bdc88

Once you have Fibre-Lyte pulleys and KCNC...

Once you have Fibre-Lyte pulleys and KCNC cassette there is nothing lighter to buy so ya you stop.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-10, 10:27 PM
Replies: 662
Views: 85,748
Posted By bdc88

Here is my SLC at 12.98 lbs. ...

Here is my SLC at 12.98 lbs.

http://i32.tinypic.com/k3842f.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-10, 07:54 PM
Replies: 662
Views: 85,748
Posted By bdc88

That is great as I forgot about the thread and...

That is great as I forgot about the thread and was able to see a few of my builds. Awesome. Do not care about the rest of the crap going on.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-09, 08:27 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 8,834
Posted By bdc88

Weight is with the American Classic wheels. New...

Weight is with the American Classic wheels. New aero chainrings on the way and I have switched out the bonded bar with another bar so that I can use my HED aerobars.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-09, 08:21 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,039
Posted By bdc88

Seat post could have been carbon as well as the...

Seat post could have been carbon as well as the seat post clamp, stem, brake levers if I was to have gone with Red, wheels, pedals and stem. All those items should have been carbon then I might have...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-09, 08:18 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,039
Posted By bdc88

you must not have been around the game very long...

you must not have been around the game very long as there have been a lot of pro's rocking this set up and I know Zabel has been using this set up for years. Welcome to cycling:)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-09, 07:14 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,039
Posted By bdc88

I think you have it wrong as the front wheel...

I think you have it wrong as the front wheel looks great and the rear looks like SH1T! The stealth look is a lot better IMHO!:thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-09, 06:01 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,039
Posted By bdc88

Some of the parts went on my SLC which were the...

Some of the parts went on my SLC which were the light, custom parts that I had done. Most of the bike was parted out like mentioned and this buy got most of them when he bought the frame, forks...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-09, 12:31 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,039
Posted By bdc88

So basically you are riding a Piece of Sh1t. Good...

So basically you are riding a Piece of Sh1t. Good to know.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-09, 12:16 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,039
Posted By bdc88

Post a picture of your person ride and lets talk...

Post a picture of your person ride and lets talk build.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-09, 12:13 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,039
Posted By bdc88

Botto, So you make a comment on the saddle...

Botto,

So you make a comment on the saddle which you have no idea what the actual cost was or what I paid for it and on top of that I actually made money selling it. Making money on a saddle is...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-09, 10:53 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,039
Posted By bdc88

Botto, Sold the saddle for more than I paid...

Botto,

Sold the saddle for more than I paid for it as well as the frame so not sure what you are trying to say.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-09, 10:48 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,039
Posted By bdc88

I currently ride out in the valley as I live in...

I currently ride out in the valley as I live in Cloverdale/South Surrey so I tend to head out towards Mission/Chiliwack and loop back around Zero Ave and White Rock.

When I lived in Coquitlam, I...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-09, 10:42 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,039
Posted By bdc88

If the nose of the saddle was a bit more narrow,...

If the nose of the saddle was a bit more narrow, I would still be riding the saddle but the Fizik Arione CX is just that much better for my ass.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-09, 09:57 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,039
Posted By bdc88

The saddle was custom made by a guy named Samu in...

The saddle was custom made by a guy named Samu in Finland. You can see some of his work on his website http://www.signature.fi/

His work is not cheap and the saddle cost as much as the frameset...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-09, 09:34 PM
Replies: 127
Views: 10,039
Posted By bdc88

The total cost of that build was under $3000 USD....

The total cost of that build was under $3000 USD. I was able to wheel and deal on a lot of the parts and if I costed it out I would bet it is closer to $2500-$2750 to do the complete build.

The...
12-15-08, 08:49 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,966
Posted By bdc88

ASAholes seem to be harder to miss than potholes...

ASAholes seem to be harder to miss than potholes around here.:bang:
11-24-08, 07:59 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,010
Posted By bdc88

Carbon risers? Are you talking MTB bars? It is a...

Carbon risers? Are you talking MTB bars? It is a road bike!
11-17-08, 08:53 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,010
Posted By bdc88

The bike has changed once again and is now a 1x6...

The bike has changed once again and is now a 1x6 build that comes in at 13.25 lbs I think. I am still using the 42t spiderless chainring so yes they do hold up. I also have a 32t spiderless chainring...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-08, 10:15 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,411,450
Posted By bdc88

Yes the wheels are AC Sprint 350's with Conti...

Yes the wheels are AC Sprint 350's with Conti 4000S tires and Lunar Lite tubes. I have a lighter pair of tires that are about 160g each that I can put on there as well. I had a spare set of these...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-08, 12:18 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,411,450
Posted By bdc88

Here is my latest ride build after my SLC build...

Here is my latest ride build after my SLC build on page 379. I converted my single speed road build to a 1x6 for winter and climbing.

AKA - solution for a problem that did not exist. Just needed...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-05-08, 12:24 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,411,450
Posted By bdc88

I got this link from someone on another site and...

I got this link from someone on another site and he says they are very good. What do you have to lose, it is $28.00 for two carbon cages. If I did not already have 12 carbon cages, I would be all...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-08, 11:57 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,411,450
Posted By bdc88

You have to pick a color for the bar tape. Either...

You have to pick a color for the bar tape. Either black or white but not both. It reallly takes away from a great looking bike.

Also check out this link and pick up some killer carbon matching...
11-04-08, 01:02 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,862
Posted By bdc88

If anyone is interested in a nice light set of...

If anyone is interested in a nice light set of track wheels, I have a pair of American Classic Hurricane track wheels that are in a picture of my Langster on page 2. They are currently sitting in my...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-08, 12:46 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,411,450
Posted By bdc88

BAR TAPE Fizik* 62g BOTTLE CAGE(S) Karbon* 16g...

BAR TAPE Fizik* 62g
BOTTLE CAGE(S) Karbon* 16g
BOTTLE CAGE BOLTS Black aluminum* 4g
BOTTOM BRACKET Token* 146g
BRAKE LEVERS Sram Red *288g
BRAKES FRONT & REAR KCNC CB-1* 167g ...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-08, 12:32 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,411,450
Posted By bdc88

Easy, I just did.

Easy, I just did.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-08, 10:16 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,411,450
Posted By bdc88

My new Cervelo SLC build. 13.66 lbs / 6196g....

My new Cervelo SLC build. 13.66 lbs / 6196g. build goal was 6200 and there is some room for improvement still.

http://i33.tinypic.com/b4dwua.jpg

http://i36.tinypic.com/29qbiq8.jpg
...
09-17-08, 07:30 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,966
Posted By bdc88

The frame is a 2007 brushed with the only thing...

The frame is a 2007 brushed with the only thing that is original being the frame and headset. I only have 2 hours on the bike total after building it.

The frame size is a 54cm and I have sent you...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-08, 10:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 695
Posted By bdc88

I have two pairs of the AC Sprint 350's and find...

I have two pairs of the AC Sprint 350's and find them to be great wheels. I am 175 and have no issues with them at all.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-08, 11:50 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 11,104
Posted By bdc88

SPAM ALERT I have decided to sell the bike...

SPAM ALERT

I have decided to sell the bike after an ankle injury that is keeping me from riding for a long while. So if you know anyone that is looking for a great light weight build, let me...
09-11-08, 11:47 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,486
Posted By bdc88

SPAM ALERT I have decided to sell the bike...

SPAM ALERT

I have decided to sell the bike after an ankle injury that is keeping me from riding for a long while. So if you know anyone that is looking for a great light weight build, let me...
09-11-08, 11:46 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,966
Posted By bdc88

SPAM ALERT I have decided to sell the bike...

SPAM ALERT

I have decided to sell the bike after an ankle injury that is keeping me from riding for a long while. So if you know anyone that is looking for a great light weight build, let me know.
07-04-08, 07:29 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,966
Posted By bdc88

I would not know since I normally look where I am...

I would not know since I normally look where I am riding and miss potholes.

"Seriously, how durable is a sub 15 lb bike" Well I can tell you that 4 out of my 8 bikes are under 13.5 lbs and they...
Forum: Commuting
06-04-08, 07:01 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 5,177
Posted By bdc88

I listen to music on every single ride except for...

I listen to music on every single ride except for group rides. I have been doing this for over 15 years and have no issues with it at all. My new Timex Ipod watch is amazing when mounted to the bars....
06-04-08, 07:33 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,966
Posted By bdc88

I guess the best thing I can say about the fork...

I guess the best thing I can say about the fork is that I do not even notice the fork. Braking is excellent and I do not see much flex when braking. It is pretty light, was inexpensive and looks...
Forum: Commuting
06-03-08, 08:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,112
Posted By bdc88

Well my first day of car/bike was rained out...

Well my first day of car/bike was rained out pretty bad. The rain was belting down this morning so I will have to try this tomorrow or Thursday if the weather gets better. I do not mind a light...
Forum: Commuting
06-02-08, 04:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,112
Posted By bdc88

I was driving home today scoping out a few spots...

I was driving home today scoping out a few spots and decided to just park in a residential area close to a school. I figure if there are other cars around and there are no parking signs around, I...
Forum: Commuting
06-02-08, 11:45 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,112
Posted By bdc88

That is about the same distance for me. I have a...

That is about the same distance for me. I have a few choices.

Park at a co-workers home but block their driveway till I get back to the car. No parking in the street.

Park at a park a few...
Forum: Commuting
06-02-08, 08:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,112
Posted By bdc88

Drive half way and ride the rest. Where do you park your car?

I have just moved and want to keep riding to work but the new house is further from my work and I was thinking about driving half way and then riding the rest of the way by bike. I figure at least...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-08, 07:30 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,250
Posted By bdc88

Apollo Sport 10 which after a little while, my...

Apollo Sport 10 which after a little while, my dad and I started to do some drillium (yes I was a weight weenie back some 20 years ago). When that bike was stolen, I replaced it with a Miyata 712...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-08, 08:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 468
Posted By bdc88

Ruegamer, Calfee and Signature. There is one more...

Ruegamer, Calfee and Signature. There is one more but for the life of me I can not remember the name.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-08, 08:25 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,411
Posted By bdc88

I have installed carbon jockey wheels, inner and...

I have installed carbon jockey wheels, inner and outer cages and have done some tuning to my Shimano Dura-Ace rear derailleur and the weight is now down to 141g from the standard 180g.

I bought...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-27-08, 09:12 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,599
Posted By bdc88

8 bikes for me

8 bikes for me
05-27-08, 08:48 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,966
Posted By bdc88

I have been using a 32t for over a year and it is...

I have been using a 32t for over a year and it is holding up very well on my SS MTB. I am 100% sure it will hold up very well on the FG build. As mentioned before, there is a reason for the front...
05-26-08, 07:37 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 14,966
Posted By bdc88

Good Question.

Good Question.
Forum: Triathlon
05-26-08, 08:00 AM
Replies: 780
Views: 429,772
Posted By bdc88

strukljv - I have a friend that owns a bike shop...

strukljv - I have a friend that owns a bike shop and used to work at Rocky Mountain. He just called in a favour and I had two frame painted at the factory when they were doing black bikes. I had to...
05-26-08, 07:53 AM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,763,259
Posted By bdc88

1000's of KM's on this combo and barely a mark on...

1000's of KM's on this combo and barely a mark on the rails. More than fine. If you take some sand paper and break all of the sharp edges to smooth them out a bit it helps a lot when mounting carbon...
05-25-08, 08:53 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,763,259
Posted By bdc88

It is not that hard to understand really. I do...

It is not that hard to understand really. I do care about building a light weight bike. That is the goal but there is a cost that goes along with "care"

If I really cared about weight (cared a...
Forum: Triathlon
05-25-08, 03:49 PM
Replies: 780
Views: 429,772
Posted By bdc88

Here is a picture of the bike with my AC 350's...

Here is a picture of the bike with my AC 350's on. Just a bit lighter. For those days in the hills.

http://i25.tinypic.com/znakg4.jpg
http://i32.tinypic.com/2qbyw07.jpg
05-25-08, 10:52 AM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,763,259
Posted By bdc88

HA HA, honestly I could give a rats ass what...

HA HA, honestly I could give a rats ass what people think of my bikes and their weights. I love building up bikes and seeing what I can do with them. Weight is just a part of that and the attention...
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