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02-04-24, 05:17 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 7,382
Posted By downhillmaster

This. Garbage in, garbage out.

This.
Garbage in, garbage out.
10-02-23, 03:57 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,370
Posted By downhillmaster

FYI my buddy stated that he went with that seat...

FYI my buddy stated that he went with that seat setup because when he first started riding, his research indicated potential perineum issues and he didn’t want to take any chances :innocent:
09-28-23, 02:26 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,370
Posted By downhillmaster

Not yet :thumb:

Not yet :thumb:
09-28-23, 12:04 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,370
Posted By downhillmaster

The can of mace on the top tube should have been...

The can of mace on the top tube should have been used on whoever advised how to set that thing up :roflmao2:
09-28-23, 11:07 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,370
Posted By downhillmaster

The upside is that I look pretty damn cool riding...

The upside is that I look pretty damn cool riding next to that. Regardless of what I’m on :roflmao2:
09-28-23, 09:09 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,370
Posted By downhillmaster

Check out this setup!

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_8508_a775dd4d1949e007f5b8131f04084c26e72778d6.jpeg
Met a friend for a ride yesterday and this is what he rolled up on. The left...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-23, 09:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 801
Posted By downhillmaster

Just got the build sheets from IF. The tubing...

Just got the build sheets from IF.
The tubing is True Temper OX Platinum.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-23, 07:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 801
Posted By downhillmaster

Maybe. Seller said he put just under 2k miles on...

Maybe. Seller said he put just under 2k miles on the bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-23, 06:48 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 801
Posted By downhillmaster

That’s a great question. Will call IF tomorrow to...

That’s a great question. Will call IF tomorrow to try to find out :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-23, 02:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 801
Posted By downhillmaster

Thanks! Hoping the saddle is a good fit but was...

Thanks!
Hoping the saddle is a good fit but was assuming I will prefer my standard Brooks. Nice to hear a recco :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-23, 12:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 801
Posted By downhillmaster

My new to me IF Crown Jewel

Just got it today and am pretty excited to take it out for a spin.
Found it on FB Marketplace for under $2k
Bought it from the original owner who purchased it direct from Independent Fabrication...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-23, 06:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,369
Posted By downhillmaster

Great question. I often wonder about this, along...

Great question. I often wonder about this, along with climbing bar tape vs flat road bar tape :thumb:
09-17-23, 06:46 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 5,992
Posted By downhillmaster

A senseless tragedy and to make it even worse, in...

A senseless tragedy and to make it even worse, in some instances the mainstream media has been referring to it as simply a bike crash :mad:
02-23-23, 06:04 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,739
Posted By downhillmaster

It wasn’t about turning it into an argument. ...

It wasn’t about turning it into an argument.
You asked for advice and then wouldn’t even consider a couple of options that fit your stated parameters for reasons that didn’t appear to make much...
02-22-23, 09:28 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,739
Posted By downhillmaster

Because these shorts look so normal and don’t...

Because these shorts look so normal and don’t have weird or pronounced outlines :innocent:
...
02-19-23, 02:36 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,739
Posted By downhillmaster

Does wearing absolutely any pair of shorts you...

Does wearing absolutely any pair of shorts you want over a pair of inexpensive bike shorts not make enough sense?
01-17-23, 08:31 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 10,912
Posted By downhillmaster

Yes. Too many road warriors believe that you...

Yes. Too many road warriors believe that you can't survive a 25 mile ride in 85 degree weather without 2 water bottles and a CamelBak :rolleyes:
09-12-22, 07:00 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,730
Posted By downhillmaster

A lot more than eight for sure.

A lot more than eight for sure.
09-12-22, 03:47 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,730
Posted By downhillmaster

Eight pairs of cycling gloves :lol:

Eight pairs of cycling gloves :lol:
09-06-22, 01:00 PM
Replies: 445
Views: 19,309
Posted By downhillmaster

I have yet to see someone on an ebike with such...

I have yet to see someone on an ebike with such poor riding skills that they actually ran into another cyclist. I am sure it has happened but it has to be few and far between. Just like regular...
08-22-22, 12:38 PM
08-22-22, 08:32 AM
08-22-22, 08:20 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,129
Posted By downhillmaster

Pay more attention to your body while riding and...

Pay more attention to your body while riding and don't overdo it again :thumb:
08-22-22, 08:16 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 7,188
Posted By downhillmaster

I mount a mirror on the back of my bike and...

I mount a mirror on the back of my bike and simply keep turning around to see what’s in front of me.
Have I been doing it wrong all this time?
08-16-22, 11:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 990
Posted By downhillmaster

Nothing. I would actually prefer to give up a bit...

Nothing. I would actually prefer to give up a bit of speed or add a bit of weight to be able to have less maintenance. I hate even having to air up or oil my chain.
07-03-22, 07:31 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,108
Posted By downhillmaster

What’s the practical difference?

What’s the practical difference?
07-02-22, 06:52 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 4,772
Posted By downhillmaster

This. I have a job so I do the opposite and...

This.
I have a job so I do the opposite and try to avoid dumpsters, and dumpster fires :rolleyes:
05-28-22, 08:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 580
Posted By downhillmaster

That looks like a great value but it appears none...

That looks like a great value but it appears none are available right now.
05-28-22, 07:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 580
Posted By downhillmaster

Here’s a link to the bike. ...

Here’s a link to the bike.

https://www.giant-bicycles.com/us/fathom-29-1
05-28-22, 07:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 580
Posted By downhillmaster

New Purchase Advise Please

Looking to spend up to $2k on a new hardtail. I know I can most likely get more value out of a used but just prefer new at this time.
I regularly ride on the road but this will be my first time on...
05-23-22, 04:46 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,724
Posted By downhillmaster

Only in California would 75 like-minded dipsticks...

Only in California would 75 like-minded dipsticks get together to pull this kind of crap :rolleyes:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-22, 05:22 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,993
Posted By downhillmaster

It is not the only test for stability but it is...

It is not the only test for stability but it is one measure of stability.
That’s not why I referenced it though. I referenced it because the OP equated it to handling/stability. Either way the OP is...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-22, 01:42 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,993
Posted By downhillmaster

Surly Disc Trucker. Heavy, long, and more...

Surly Disc Trucker.
Heavy, long, and more stable than an aircraft carrier.
Can ride it for a week no-handed.
26 lbs of real sweet steel. ...
05-20-22, 12:33 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,724
Posted By downhillmaster

No offense but your posts should require both...

No offense but your posts should require both :innocent:
05-20-22, 12:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,341
Posted By downhillmaster

Not too sure why this is posted on a cycling...

Not too sure why this is posted on a cycling forum but am pretty sure that most or all trucking/transportation companies have a few bad driving reviews.
Most or all restaurants have a few bad food...
05-19-22, 02:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 715
Posted By downhillmaster

You are correct. It is a clear disadvantage...

You are correct.
It is a clear disadvantage and it is obviously more dangerous than longer short sleeves.
05-18-22, 02:14 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,179
Posted By downhillmaster

We don’t wear helmets just because of cars. If...

We don’t wear helmets just because of cars.
If we don’t enforce helmet laws on the homeless and people of color do we also not impose the laws on all very poor people in general?
And if so, how...
05-13-22, 11:16 PM
Replies: 281
Views: 11,454
Posted By downhillmaster

The ignoreant crew out in force in this thread...

The ignoreant crew out in force in this thread :lol:
05-13-22, 11:11 PM
Replies: 281
Views: 11,454
Posted By downhillmaster

:rolleyes::rolleyes:

:rolleyes::rolleyes:
05-12-22, 08:11 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,449
Posted By downhillmaster

:foo:

:foo:
05-09-22, 01:47 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,669
Posted By downhillmaster

Damage becomes minimal exactly 2.7 miles from the...

Damage becomes minimal exactly 2.7 miles from the coast. If you are unsure where that is, check with your realtor. They will know due to the huge increase in property values at that line :thumb:
05-08-22, 10:13 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 6,774
Posted By downhillmaster

Perfect. We are in total agreement. ...

Perfect. We are in total agreement.
Encouraging riding two abreast at any speed is not the best idea. That wasn’t so hard now was it?
Club rides on roads with 40 mph+ speed limits also bad idea...
05-08-22, 01:43 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 6,774
Posted By downhillmaster

Everyone is entitled to their own opinions. It...

Everyone is entitled to their own opinions.
It just so happens in this case that his opinions are logical and commonplace.
Yours are more of a personal wish list and a bit daffy. You seemingly want...
05-02-22, 05:26 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,630
Posted By downhillmaster

Awww. I wouldn’t want you to get all hurt and...

Awww. I wouldn’t want you to get all hurt and have to ask the mods to close another thread for you :thumb:
05-02-22, 05:07 AM
Replies: 177
Views: 8,836
Posted By downhillmaster

My fans :love:

My fans :love:
05-01-22, 11:48 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,630
Posted By downhillmaster

Interesting that after this post many people...

Interesting that after this post many people digressed and offered info that you were not asking about but you didn’t feel the need to point it out with them.
By interesting, I meant personal and...
04-26-22, 03:55 PM
Replies: 189
Views: 10,188
Posted By downhillmaster

🙄😴

🙄😴
04-24-22, 07:10 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 554
Posted By downhillmaster

How about getting your humerus lengthened?

How about getting your humerus lengthened?
04-15-22, 12:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,170
Posted By downhillmaster

Nothing classes up a frame like some vinyl and a...

Nothing classes up a frame like some vinyl and a homemade paint job :thumb:
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