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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-24-17, 02:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,779
Posted By gmm213

How important is it to be precise though? Exe I...

How important is it to be precise though? Exe I know there's 107 and 110. No way I'm going to be able to know which with a tape measurer
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-24-17, 11:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,779
Posted By gmm213

2015 Fuji Feather bb

So I have researched what the bb specs are to no avail. I have come across everything from 103mm to 130mm. Idk if it's different years have different sizes but I find that unlikely. I need a new one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-17, 11:39 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,123,979
Posted By gmm213

https://norfolk.craigslist.org/bik/d/argon-18-kryp...

https://norfolk.craigslist.org/bik/d/argon-18-krypton-carbon-road/6322500833.html

https://images.craigslist.org/01515_iVTjJMh1DHR_600x450.jpg
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-02-17, 10:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,043
Posted By gmm213

The reason I was looking at this particular...

The reason I was looking at this particular person is simply because they've shown interest in trading. As for them being a flipper, in my area a fixed gear like the one I have would probably be...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-02-17, 12:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,043
Posted By gmm213

Bike trade

So I have 2 fixed gears and have no need for 2. I was looking at trading one for a geared road bike to ride with the local clubs a bit. The one Im trading is a MSC, one of those colorful hipster...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-26-17, 02:01 AM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 775,386
Posted By gmm213

Friday I put on a new chain, the first since Ive...

Friday I put on a new chain, the first since Ive had my bike. Went from a KMC 410 to the 410 Nickel. My local LBS recommended it, as far as what they had in stock. And today I replaced my haggered...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-17, 10:58 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,123,979
Posted By gmm213

This throws some red flags to me unless Im...

This throws some red flags to me unless Im missing something, but its one helluva deal. $250 56cm

https://norfolk.craigslist.org/bik/6187222436.html
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-13-16, 10:28 PM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 852,247
Posted By gmm213

https://norfolk.craigslist.org/bik/5776817659.html...

https://norfolk.craigslist.org/bik/5776817659.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00o0o_bOV00o2f3Zb_1200x900.jpg\
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-08-16, 09:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,012
Posted By gmm213

This answers my general question. Spending more...

This answers my general question. Spending more money won't be very cost effective. That money would be better saved. I will see negligible improvement for twice the price
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-08-16, 09:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,012
Posted By gmm213

No but that was a factor in me choosing this...

No but that was a factor in me choosing this particular bike. My fuji was stolen and I had limited funds. My only other options were older road bikes
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-07-16, 12:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,012
Posted By gmm213

I dont know what I want exactly (Im debating...

I dont know what I want exactly (Im debating Bareknuckle vs Soma Rush, with definitely Nitto EAI RB018). I want to slowly upgrade this bike eventually having a whole bike, then throw this one back...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-16, 10:22 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,883
Posted By gmm213

I thought about seeing of something could be...

I thought about seeing of something could be rigged in my new bike. Using a custom seat post or handlebars to use as an antenna like lo jack.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-05-16, 10:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,012
Posted By gmm213

No its the Trackster. Its a 4130 Chromo frame....

No its the Trackster. Its a 4130 Chromo frame. For $350



Im trying to think of a way to phrase my question the way it is in my head.

Basically where would the cost start to out weigh...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-16, 10:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,012
Posted By gmm213

The specs on my wheelset now are MSC hubs 32 hole...

The specs on my wheelset now are MSC hubs 32 hole (MSC is the company the bikes from) the rims are 42mm 32 hole MSW Aluminum.

Basically Im not asking for specifics at this point. Im wondering if...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-16, 04:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,012
Posted By gmm213

New Wheelset

So I am planning on upgrading my current Fixed until its only the frame then thatll go to. I want to do the wheelset first. My bike now is an MSC (its a boutique NYC bike I got cheap) Im wondering...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-16, 03:49 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,611,414
Posted By gmm213

Cleaned my chain and ripped off my rear brake

Cleaned my chain and ripped off my rear brake
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-16, 09:39 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,883
Posted By gmm213

Now to derail this topic, looking for something...

Now to derail this topic, looking for something completely unrelated I came across this and couldn't help myself....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-02-16, 09:37 PM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,116,333
Posted By gmm213

http://i2.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/facebook/000/3...

http://i2.kym-cdn.com/photos/images/facebook/000/307/757/99d.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-02-16, 12:55 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 7,825
Posted By gmm213

My old lady might not like that one lol ...

My old lady might not like that one lol



There goes this thread.



This is my lifes motto
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-16, 12:40 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,883
Posted By gmm213

https://c6.staticflickr.com/8/7754/18095079429_5f2...

https://c6.staticflickr.com/8/7754/18095079429_5f2965a7d9_n.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/tz11G6) Flickr. As requested heres a photo. Id appreciate if anyone would keep an eye out. It has/had a white Origin...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-16, 10:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,371
Posted By gmm213

I was at a strip mall today and couldnt find a...

I was at a strip mall today and couldnt find a place I could get my chain around. Ended up locking it through the door handles of a shut down store. Figured if anyone messed with it they likely set...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-16, 09:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 8,717
Posted By gmm213

I took a piece of 12g stainless, threaded my keys...

I took a piece of 12g stainless, threaded my keys on it, welded it closed and have that on a twist lock carabiner which I have on a belt loop.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-16, 05:15 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,883
Posted By gmm213

Were a small franchise hotel. Even if the bike...

Were a small franchise hotel. Even if the bike wasnt stolen he'd give me the extra work knowing I could use the money. It also puts me into overtime. In all fairness it wasnt locked and if I wasnt so...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-16, 10:34 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,883
Posted By gmm213

I work at a hotel. It was inside a set of double...

I work at a hotel. It was inside a set of double doors. Theres a blindspot by the front desk and a guy was creeping around but I couldnt see him. I went in the back office and he must have looked and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-01-16, 01:24 AM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,116,333
Posted By gmm213

How do I get as rad as you Scrod?

How do I get as rad as you Scrod?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-01-16, 12:49 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 7,825
Posted By gmm213

A new girl at my work says her boyfriend takes...

A new girl at my work says her boyfriend takes off his back brake to go faster? I have no idea the rationale behind that. I dont have my rear on simply because I dont use it and its a cleaner look....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-16, 12:36 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,883
Posted By gmm213

I talked to my boss and the increase in premiums...

I talked to my boss and the increase in premiums wouldnt justify it even if it did cover it. He is helping me out though giving me odd jobs to pick up some extra cash for a new one.


...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-16, 12:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,131
Posted By gmm213

New Lock

I am looking at picking up a new lock. When I first got my new job I bought a fat heavy beast of a kryptonite to leave at work. Now I can bring my bike inside I want to get something smaller and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-31-16, 05:38 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,558
Posted By gmm213

I havent ever done clipless but I easily prefer...

I havent ever done clipless but I easily prefer BMX pedals with wide velcro straps over cages and straps. Cages put wear and tear on my toes. I also do a lot of stop and go in my town and I can flip...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-16, 05:34 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,883
Posted By gmm213

My first stolen bike

I had my Fuji Feather stolen from inside my work Sat morning. This is the first time I have ever had a bike stolen. This sucks.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-25-16, 10:47 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 7,825
Posted By gmm213

I notice a lot of people that talk about why they...

I notice a lot of people that talk about why they dont ride brakeless specifically mention hills. Would any of you that have hills ride brekless if it were flat?

The only time Ive ever seen anyone...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-25-16, 10:41 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,090
Posted By gmm213

I agree that having the right tool for the job...

I agree that having the right tool for the job helps but in a pinch. Im from the woods so driving 45min in my 8mpg truck isnt feasible all the time. I was just pointing out that you can get a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-25-16, 12:06 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 26,610
Posted By gmm213

I generally ride alone. Most bicyclists are...

I generally ride alone. Most bicyclists are either families out for a ride or the club guys. I just get on my bike and roam around until I start to get tired then I go back home, no plan no route...
Forum: Commuting
02-24-16, 11:59 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 17,207
Posted By gmm213

I ride with my earbuds in all the time, however...

I ride with my earbuds in all the time, however they are never loud enough to distract my riding. I can hear like normal it just not as lout, which I like. Ive been riding with them in for about a...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-24-16, 11:37 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,991
Posted By gmm213

In my area cycling laws are never enforced. Both...

In my area cycling laws are never enforced. Both the PITA ones and the ones for everyone safety. I always see people riding on sidewalks , riding with no lights, I ride with earbuds (legally here you...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-24-16, 11:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,090
Posted By gmm213

Garage Sales/CL and a pipe. Why buy a longer tool...

Garage Sales/CL and a pipe. Why buy a longer tool when I have a universal pipe?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-24-16, 05:36 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 7,825
Posted By gmm213

Yeah I'm just curious cause it seems so mixed on...

Yeah I'm just curious cause it seems so mixed on here. I've read a lot of should you shouldn't you but I'm more curious just how many do
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-24-16, 02:43 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 7,825
Posted By gmm213

How many people actually ride brakeless

I am just wondering real world how many people ride brakeless? I just watched live and ride in L.A. And those guys were going down some pretty gnarly hills without brakes. Ive considered taking mine...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-23-16, 11:24 PM
Replies: 843
Views: 42,832
Posted By gmm213

As for public transit its actually not about...

As for public transit its actually not about population or size at all, its about density. I lived in a city 3.3 sq mi with 11,000 people and grew up in a town about 35 sq mi and 20,000 people. Guess...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-23-16, 11:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,090
Posted By gmm213

Look at BMX pedals. I went from cheap Wellgos to...

Look at BMX pedals. I went from cheap Wellgos to the fyxation ones (expensive but I had an order with them). Go to your LBS and see if they have any used ones to give a try. And grab a pair of Adidas...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-23-16, 10:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,824
Posted By gmm213

Ill take a look at velocities. Probably not the...

Ill take a look at velocities. Probably not the deep Vs though. Never held any special interest to me, thought they velocity ones seem to be a lot better than some of them that are a really really...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-23-16, 10:39 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 31,826
Posted By gmm213

Ah my desk is only about 30ft from my bike, plus...

Ah my desk is only about 30ft from my bike, plus I always sort of wanted to see someone expect to free wheel on my bike and eat it. Man Id laugh so hard
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-23-16, 10:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,435
Posted By gmm213

Ive looked at thre trailers. I just like the seat...

Ive looked at thre trailers. I just like the seat more because its more of spending time with the kid than shoving him in a little trailer. I come from a family that was raised by nuns and a single...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-23-16, 04:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,435
Posted By gmm213

Are the Vuelta Zero lites an upgrade from my Vera...

Are the Vuelta Zero lites an upgrade from my Vera Corsa DPM27 rims? The hubs just say high flange track hubs so Im guessing any decent hub would be a good upgrade
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-23-16, 04:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,824
Posted By gmm213

Somebody recommended Vuelta zero lites to me....

Somebody recommended Vuelta zero lites to me. Thoughts? How much of an upgrade to my stock fuji wheelset? According to the Fuji website my rims are Vera Corsa DPM27 rims with high flange track hubs
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-23-16, 03:00 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 31,826
Posted By gmm213

I use a Kryptonite KC890 HD from Walmart...

I use a Kryptonite KC890 HD from Walmart Kryptonite KC890 HD Chain Lock - Walmart.com (http://www.walmart.com/ip/Kryptonite-KC890-HD-Chain-Lock/19721330)

It works for me. My area is low bike...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-22-16, 10:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,824
Posted By gmm213

Fuji Feather Wheelset

So with taxes coming up Im looking at picking up a new wheelset. Wondering if I can get a decent upgrade from my stock Fuji Feather set for $250-$300ish. This is my first real bike since I rode BMX...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-16, 09:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,435
Posted By gmm213

A) I do ride in the rain about about twice a...

A) I do ride in the rain about about twice a month, heavy rain not just a drizzle. I carry my laptop
B) I need a quality backpack, I won a $100 oakley about two years ago and it's already falling...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-21-16, 07:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,435
Posted By gmm213

Decisions decisions

So I've had my Fuji Feather a year now and love it. Ride it at least a few times a week. I have a dilemma now though. The wife has graciously decided I can blow about $300 on bicycle gear. Now my...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-03-15, 04:53 AM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 852,247
Posted By gmm213

He specifically mentions "skidding for days"....

He specifically mentions "skidding for days". Maybe if he put less time into this ridiculous going and learned to ride he'd have saved money
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