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Forum: Touring
05-15-09, 03:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 760
Posted By Corcis

Called Wayne, seems very eager to help. Thanks...

Called Wayne, seems very eager to help. Thanks for pointing me in the right direction!

As to whether I'm buying panniers and a rack from him, probably. The Wiggle site has good prices, but you...
Forum: Touring
05-14-09, 10:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 760
Posted By Corcis

Trek 1000 - pannier questions

I've got a 2006 Trek 1000 that I'd like to do some short loaded touring on soon. Short as in less-than-a-week. I don't have enough money to switch up to a 520 or LHT. I do have an Ultegra/Open Pro...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
10-25-08, 07:01 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 883
Posted By Corcis

First (finished) race today!

I went to a CX race last fall, initially just meaning to help set up the course. Eventually the team convinced me to ride it. On a rigid steel mountain bike. I DNF'ed, but made it through enough laps...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-23-08, 01:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,673
Posted By Corcis

My vote is SPDs and Lake MX165s. I have ATACs on...

My vote is SPDs and Lake MX165s. I have ATACs on my new cross bike and am just not feeling them so far. The shoes (Lake), on the other hand, feel great. I've got SPDs on my commuter and they work...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
10-13-08, 04:04 PM
Replies: 1,187
Views: 155,027
Posted By Corcis

We clogged up one lane for an entire block on the...

We clogged up one lane for an entire block on the last leg of our ride. It was pretty glorious. We had split up into 4 groups (12 people each) prior, but the last jaunt was to the captain's house,...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
10-10-08, 06:22 PM
Replies: 1,187
Views: 155,027
Posted By Corcis

Another Bellinghamster here. Not permanent, but...

Another Bellinghamster here. Not permanent, but I've been here for ~5yrs now. Lived in Kitsap (Port Orchard) for 17yrs beforehand.



Hey! You didn't happen to come to the utterly ridiculous WWU...
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
08-21-08, 08:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,193
Posted By Corcis

Word is that Civic Field will be this season's...

Word is that Civic Field will be this season's practice location. More details as they come.

EDIT: New details! Dropped by Fanatik Bikes today (grabbing stuff to build wheels for the bike I'll be...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-23-08, 06:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,131
Posted By Corcis

+1 to the videotape idea. Be sure to videotape...

+1 to the videotape idea. Be sure to videotape over some rough terrain (potholes, curbs, etc) so we can visually evaluate its performance.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
07-19-08, 02:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 978
Posted By Corcis

Question: 300-400 a month is what I'm starting...

Question: 300-400 a month is what I'm starting at, but it's all 2x10mi a day, 5 days a week. What's your training schedule composed of?
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-28-08, 06:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,977
Posted By Corcis

My passenger (her ~100lbs vs my ~220lbs) does a...

My passenger (her ~100lbs vs my ~220lbs) does a good job these days. You need to figure out how it handles with the weight up high, but they also need to learn NOT to move and to announce if they're...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-22-08, 03:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 628
Posted By Corcis

BB is that much more awesome. I'm going to have...

BB is that much more awesome. I'm going to have to visit once my paycheck comes in. I'll definitely leave them a note about the bikes.
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-19-08, 09:33 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,911
Posted By Corcis

Mine ordered an Xtracycle for me - not through...

Mine ordered an Xtracycle for me - not through QBP but from Xtracycle themselves. And gave me discounts and a huge show of interest towards the project. Of course, all but the frame (a used one),...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-13-08, 08:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 907
Posted By Corcis

I'm seeing 57deg on the weather bits for B'ham....

I'm seeing 57deg on the weather bits for B'ham. It was consistently warmer earlier, though not 70s. *crosses fingers* Stay nice for Monday, I have to spend the entire day outside on the Island...
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-06-08, 02:41 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,267
Posted By Corcis

I just measured the Instigator's BB drop and...

I just measured the Instigator's BB drop and chainring-to-ground clearance. Keeping in mind that it rolls on 2.1" Conti Town & Country gumballs and a Surly Instigator fork (rigid,...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-05-08, 12:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 734
Posted By Corcis

Actually, Kulshan has a listing for Saturday...

Actually, Kulshan has a listing for Saturday recumbent rides.
"This monthly ride leaves from our shop ever 2nd Saturday of the month at 10:00AM for a social ride looping out to the airport and back...
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-05-08, 03:01 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,267
Posted By Corcis

moore.sean: I've got a Surly Instigator and...

moore.sean: I've got a Surly Instigator and FreeRadical combo, it works excellent. Dismounting isn't as difficult as a straight TT frame, but probably not as easy as a compact. They seem to be...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-05-08, 02:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,016
Posted By Corcis

You are likely correct in that the...

You are likely correct in that the volume-to-accident ratio on BBL or Hannegan is probably lower than other roads. They are 50MPH roads in several areas, not what I would consider suitable for riding...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-04-08, 04:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 734
Posted By Corcis

The ride Trickery is referring to is The Donut...

The ride Trickery is referring to is The Donut Ride. When I was going a while back, it was a ~7AM start on Saturdays from Kulshan Cycles in B'ham. Their website is located here...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-31-08, 11:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,016
Posted By Corcis

Short of going on Meridian or I-5, you chose two...

Short of going on Meridian or I-5, you chose two of the most accident-prone roads in the entire county.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-28-08, 04:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 653
Posted By Corcis

O/T but... Ticia: If you're up in Whatcom...

O/T but...

Ticia: If you're up in Whatcom County or near it, Ryan Rickerts' Cyclocrazed races start up in the Fall. I did Tractor Cross last year, DNF'ed (I'd hardly been on a bike in months) and...
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-13-08, 05:00 PM
Replies: 151
Views: 13,748
Posted By Corcis

Xtracycle ought to license that picture to use.

Xtracycle ought to license that picture to use.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-12-08, 09:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 838
Posted By Corcis

That's indeed what I was talking about. You'll...

That's indeed what I was talking about. You'll probably have better luck asking about framebuilding schools in the Framebuilders forum.

Jacobi: Hey from a 17yr-long-resident of the PO!
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-11-08, 01:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,446
Posted By Corcis

The funniest encounter I've had: Riding along in...

The funniest encounter I've had: Riding along in town with a friend on my Xtra's snapdeck. She's snapping shots with her camera and we're making a good time of it. I had checked my rear a few minutes...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-10-08, 01:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 838
Posted By Corcis

I'll keep that in mind. The thread...

I'll keep that in mind. The thread (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?p=6670351) of which you speak, I assume.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-09-08, 09:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 838
Posted By Corcis

Frame paint/powdercoat in NW WA

Hey guys,
I've been living here in Bellingham for a while and will be building a frame at UBI this September. It'll need painted, so I was wondering if anyone has had positive experiences with...
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-08-08, 10:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 942
Posted By Corcis

Surly's Instigator...

Surly's Instigator (http://www.surlybikes.com/instigator.html) doesn't have tapered seatstays and is burly as all get-out. My Xtracycle is a pre-owned Instigator frame with the Xtra, a Surly...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-06-08, 04:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,200
Posted By Corcis

I've ridden Chuckanut a few times. Never had a...

I've ridden Chuckanut a few times. Never had a problem with cars or wind. Southbound seems more scenic.

Never thought to ride Samish down to I-5 and hop over to Alger, though - definitely an idea...
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-16-08, 01:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,981
Posted By Corcis

26x2.1" Conti Town and Country on my Surly...

26x2.1" Conti Town and Country on my Surly Instigator+Xtracycle. They roll pretty fast, haven't given me flats and are cushy, even with 340lbs on a typical ride (friend taxi'ing). Maybe my review...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
04-10-08, 08:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,624
Posted By Corcis

How was the scavenger hunt? I didn't get to go -...

How was the scavenger hunt? I didn't get to go - was out of town for a wedding. I hope they hold another one when I'm not busy.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
04-08-08, 05:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,624
Posted By Corcis

If you're looking to do it yourself, there's The...

If you're looking to do it yourself, there's The Hub/Bike Cooperative/Pedal Project off of North State St south of Holly. It's on the right-hand side and has weird hours and a website that's never...
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-08-08, 05:43 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,542
Posted By Corcis

Clean piece - I like how the lugging is covered...

Clean piece - I like how the lugging is covered and made to look nice. We need a side shot, though!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-01-08, 04:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 808
Posted By Corcis

Do it on your three-speed and you will be my...

Do it on your three-speed and you will be my everliving hero. I did it on my roomie's old mountain bike last fall and it was SO ridiculously fun. I didn't have clipless pedals and shoes on it, crappy...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
04-01-08, 08:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 905
Posted By Corcis

Went out to see an overcast sky, got hailed on,...

Went out to see an overcast sky, got hailed on, rained on, then shone on. Whatever, I wasn't completely soaked, so I'm fine.
Forum: Utility Cycling
03-30-08, 07:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,237
Posted By Corcis

She rode on it today, adjusted really fast and...

She rode on it today, adjusted really fast and will be a great passenger. We worked out a system of calls (foot down, slowing down, turning, let go) and she keeps a light grasp on my hips while we're...
Forum: Touring
03-28-08, 12:42 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,585
Posted By Corcis

I'm curious to know, too. Been living here for...

I'm curious to know, too. Been living here for four years and want to tour the coast sometime this summer or next. But, we should probably move to another thread...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-27-08, 01:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 324
Posted By Corcis

Unless you're incredibly lucky with eBay or have...

Unless you're incredibly lucky with eBay or have friends who're dumping equipment left and right, this is not likely to happen. Even if that's the budget after buying the frame, it's going to be...
Forum: Touring
03-27-08, 01:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 781
Posted By Corcis

I don't disagree on any of your points - they're...

I don't disagree on any of your points - they're all valid and right. I'd like to know how the feel of the SPDs and SPD-SLs differ with similar shoes. My SPD shoes are much more akin to normal shoes...
Forum: Utility Cycling
03-26-08, 11:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,237
Posted By Corcis

Thanks! On a strange note: I think I just added...

Thanks! On a strange note: I think I just added you as a contact on Flickr earlier today. Your bike photography is awe-inspiring.
Forum: Touring
03-26-08, 11:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 781
Posted By Corcis

Tube size will depend on what size tire you have...

Tube size will depend on what size tire you have fitted. Obviously, diameter-wise, you're going to want 26".

As far as pedals and shoes go, they're a HIGHLY personal thing. About the only thing I...
Forum: Utility Cycling
03-26-08, 10:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,237
Posted By Corcis

Nope, my load should be arriving back in town...

Nope, my load should be arriving back in town Saturday. Hopefully she'll be happy with it's ride :rolleyes: Thankfully, she doesn't believe the N+1 theory!
Forum: Pacific Northwest
03-26-08, 02:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,624
Posted By Corcis

Jack's is the only one to avoid, from what I...

Jack's is the only one to avoid, from what I gather. I've been to Kulshan (bought my road bike there), Fanatik (a wheel, some tires, shoes and pedals) and Fairhaven (just got back from). Of them all,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-25-08, 10:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,853
Posted By Corcis

Och, jeeze. I should've realized someone...

Och, jeeze. I should've realized someone zombified this.
Forum: Utility Cycling
03-25-08, 07:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,237
Posted By Corcis

My Xtracycle - Surly Instigator-based

I picked up a Surly Instigator frame from Recycled Cycles a month and a half ago when I visited Seattle. I decided I was going to get an Xtracycle on it and it's finally done. My LBS assembled it...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-25-08, 05:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,853
Posted By Corcis

ChrisD: Do you have purple ano'd nipples? You're...

ChrisD: Do you have purple ano'd nipples? You're going serious-90s if that's the case!
Forum: Utility Cycling
03-20-08, 11:58 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,089
Posted By Corcis

Would that be 10 bikes or 10! bikes?

Would that be 10 bikes or 10! bikes?
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-18-08, 12:19 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 396
Posted By Corcis

Disc size recs - Instigator + rigid fork

I picked up a Surly Instigator frame and am getting the parts to build it up right now. Honestly it's the first real build I've organized, so I newbed a couple things and wasn't caught at the LBS...
Forum: Utility Cycling
03-13-08, 01:17 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,793
Posted By Corcis

Does this mean...y'know, I don't know where my...

Does this mean...y'know, I don't know where my mitt went, so I guess I'll just have to remember how to pitch.
Forum: Touring
03-09-08, 02:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 848
Posted By Corcis

I did read the Xtra only fits a 203mm rotor in...

I did read the Xtra only fits a 203mm rotor in the rear, but I can't seem to find it on their website. Their 404 page's links lead me to more...404s! Woohoo!

No way I will be planning on jumps...
Forum: Touring
03-09-08, 01:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 848
Posted By Corcis

Progress: Got my tax refund, apportioned out my...

Progress: Got my tax refund, apportioned out my bike-building monies and got a pricing list from the LBS. LBS lost first sheet, told me to e-mail them the list. I e-mailed and waited...and...
Forum: Utility Cycling
03-09-08, 01:25 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,066
Posted By Corcis

And another! Do your rear brakes seem to have a...

And another! Do your rear brakes seem to have a good deal more power under heavy loads?
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