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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-20, 05:17 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

Wow, that looks great. I should have gone with a...

Wow, that looks great. I should have gone with a road fork, as well. The one I got leaves too much space and will look weird with skinny tires. I want to build mine up similar to this in single...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-20, 08:27 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

I can't wait to see! I am not having any...

I can't wait to see!

I am not having any luck on my build. I spent $300+ dollars last week and I still have at least $150 more before I can even make this thing ride-able. I'm ready to sell...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-20, 08:38 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

That's kinda what I was thinking. I didn't ride...

That's kinda what I was thinking. I didn't ride BMX as a kid, but I rode a BMX style bike and I was actually thinking the same thing about this bike; part of why it's going to be single speed. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-20, 08:15 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

That looks really good so far. I ordered some...

That looks really good so far. I ordered some wheels and a fork. I have a few more misc. parts to get and then I can put mine together.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-20, 08:58 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

Very nice!

Very nice!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-20, 01:23 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

Wow, that is lucky. I have been thinking about...

Wow, that is lucky. I have been thinking about doing this for a long time and my solution has always been to use disc brakes which is turning out to cause a bunch of other issues. However, they do...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-20, 01:10 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

I have also considered this option. Looks like...

I have also considered this option. Looks like it works pretty well too!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-20, 01:07 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

Wow, that's a good price for that stuff. I can...

Wow, that's a good price for that stuff. I can check if he has other stuff. Thanks.

I still have everything for the original bike except for the seatpost, saddle and wheels (not all original,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-20, 10:05 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

Thanks for the offer. I live in Las Vegas, NV. ...

Thanks for the offer. I live in Las Vegas, NV. Always happy to help with someones extreme boredom. I scoured Las Vegas and Los Angeles CL today, also eBay and the entire internet. I have been...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-20, 04:54 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

Apparently, I'm a little dull; I didn't catch...

Apparently, I'm a little dull; I didn't catch that. I have been looking though. Nothing on CL that I could use. Ebay is too cluttered with new products from overseas to find anything. The fork I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-20, 09:28 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

Hahaha, yes of course you're right. I had the...

Hahaha, yes of course you're right. I had the fork off this weekend. It is a very light frame. I actually ordered a fork last night only to realize this morning that it will be too short to keep...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-20, 08:29 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

Yeah, it's been a struggle. I'm almost to the...

Yeah, it's been a struggle. I'm almost to the point of selling it and my other ancient MTB and buying a new one. I already have a SS/FG with 700c wheels...

Here it is in my messy garage....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-20, 06:50 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

I think I have looked at every wheel website...

I think I have looked at every wheel website there is. I think the problem may be that I am a cheapskate, which could really hinder my build. I wish I was just missing a seat post and a saddle or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-20, 02:53 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

Mainly because I don't even have wheels for it...

Mainly because I don't even have wheels for it anymore, but I have been considering all options. I have some dirt tires in 26" with a smooth center and knobby edges, so those might be perfect for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-20, 08:16 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

Yes one of the many reasons I haven't finished is...

Yes one of the many reasons I haven't finished is because I would like to repaint and I might be too impatient to take it all apart after building it up finally, so its better for me to leave it in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-20, 12:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,828
Posted By MrAwesome

+1 for trackstand.

+1 for trackstand.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-20, 09:58 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,251
Posted By MrAwesome

Those are some sweet looking bikes. ...

Those are some sweet looking bikes. Unfortunately, I don't have (or they are severely worn out) the most expensive/most important parts, so I know this will cost me some money; mainly the wheels. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-20, 09:43 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

That sounds awesome! Yes, that's why I have kept...

That sounds awesome! Yes, that's why I have kept the frame all these years. I knew it would make a really good all-around bike. I am hoping it will be similar to when I was a kid with a BMX bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-20, 07:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,251
Posted By MrAwesome

I am leaning that way, as well. SS seems way...

I am leaning that way, as well. SS seems way easier and way, way, way cheaper to do aside from the funness of it. I just have to figure out how to do it now.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-20, 07:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,251
Posted By MrAwesome

Measured from the Ctr of the BB to the Ctr of the...

Measured from the Ctr of the BB to the Ctr of the TT is about 17.5" but to the top of the ST is 19.5".

Here's my messy garage with a messy bike frame in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-20, 08:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 633
Posted By MrAwesome

I have most of the parts, but as I mentioned in...

I have most of the parts, but as I mentioned in the OP, they are very thoroughly used. The fork would work but if I'm doing a conversion like this, it would be best to get a new rigid fork. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-20, 12:10 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 38,268
Posted By MrAwesome

​​​That's exactly why I came to this thread. I...

​​​That's exactly why I came to this thread. I have a '96-ish Trek 990 frame collecting dust and one been toying with this idea for years. I didn't decide if it's worth building up as a mountain bike...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-27-20, 11:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,856
Posted By MrAwesome

I had a Marin Hawk Hill of the same year. Mine...

I had a Marin Hawk Hill of the same year. Mine was 19.5 but that one looks a little bigger, but it's been 20 years since I saw my Marin so it's hard to remember. I'd say it's either a 19.5 or...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-20, 03:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,944
Posted By MrAwesome

I am not a racer or an expert on the minutia, but...

I am not a racer or an expert on the minutia, but I have been using SPD pedals for years. I recently got road SPD pedals for my steel FG/SS bike just so I could use the same shoes with both bikes. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-20, 03:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 633
Posted By MrAwesome

What should I do with my Trek 990 Frame?

Hopefully, this can be a fun exercise...


I can't remember what year it is, but somewhere in the mid-'90's. I bought this bike almost 20 years ago now. Used Trek 990. I always wanted one and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-20, 02:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,251
Posted By MrAwesome

What should I do with my Trek 990 Frame?

Hopefully, this can be a fun exercise...


I can't remember what year it is, but somewhere in the mid-'90's. I bought this bike almost 20 years ago now. Used Trek 990. I always wanted one and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-27-20, 09:32 AM
Replies: 475
Views: 144,244
Posted By MrAwesome

That gives me an idea. I've had a '90-something...

That gives me an idea. I've had a '90-something Trek Single-track 990 frame sitting in my garage for years. I can't decide what to do with it but I have considered something similar.
Forum: Manufacturer, Retailer, Survey and Consumer Feedback
04-27-20, 09:28 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 57,150
Posted By MrAwesome

Yeah, for me, it's just a little too risky. Even...

Yeah, for me, it's just a little too risky. Even if I can dispute the charges and get my money back, who knows how long that will take and I don't have time to deal with crap like that anyway right...
Forum: Manufacturer, Retailer, Survey and Consumer Feedback
04-23-20, 10:00 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 57,150
Posted By MrAwesome

Interesting. I'm slightly tempted, but also...

Interesting. I'm slightly tempted, but also cautious...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-20, 12:03 AM
Replies: 21,710
Views: 3,061,852
Posted By MrAwesome

It wasn't today, but a few days ago I decided it...

It wasn't today, but a few days ago I decided it was about to I explored my "back yard." Southwest Las Vegas. It was a lot of fun!
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-22-20, 10:50 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,617
Posted By MrAwesome

Just take it apart and put it back together! ...

Just take it apart and put it back together!

I already have a Wabi and I want another one. I can't decide which...
Forum: For Sale
04-22-20, 11:10 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,345
Posted By MrAwesome

I understand. Just keep me posted. Thanks

I understand. Just keep me posted.
Thanks
Forum: For Sale
04-21-20, 09:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 8,345
Posted By MrAwesome

Hi are the forks still available? Do you know...

Hi are the forks still available? Do you know what shipping would cost to Las Vegas, 89179?

Thanks,
Forum: Manufacturer, Retailer, Survey and Consumer Feedback
04-21-20, 01:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 57,150
Posted By MrAwesome

Pristiwani Cycle Store - Legit?

I could not find anything online about this store except their own website. The website looks pretty legit; it looks professional, high quality and up to date. The prices for a bike I was looking...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-15-17, 11:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 864
Posted By MrAwesome

I'm not an expert on wheels, but the Wabi...

I'm not an expert on wheels, but the Wabi wheelsets are pretty nice and very light for the price. I don't know exactly what pounds convert to in dollars but the Wabi wheelsets are around $250 to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-10-17, 09:54 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,113
Posted By MrAwesome

Agreed. I am having trouble getting comfortable...

Agreed. I am having trouble getting comfortable on my bike. I need the stem to be about an inch or so higher. Like many, I really prefer the look of a slammed stem with a negative rise, but t my...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-09-17, 07:27 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 7,113
Posted By MrAwesome

I can't get mine high enough, so no slammin' for...

I can't get mine high enough, so no slammin' for me.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-09-17, 05:55 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 47,347
Posted By MrAwesome

HAHA, even better.

HAHA, even better.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-09-17, 05:43 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 47,347
Posted By MrAwesome

Thanks! I guess it's time to continue...

Thanks! I guess it's time to continue experimenting. That's a sweet looking ride; what is it?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-09-17, 12:20 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 47,347
Posted By MrAwesome

You're probably right. I have been trying to...

You're probably right. I have been trying to figure out the best handlebars to try next. The number of different shapes and styles, as well as the many different names, for many that appear to be...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-04-17, 07:50 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 47,347
Posted By MrAwesome

Wow, thank you! That is very helpful. We're...

Wow, thank you! That is very helpful. We're almost the exact same, at least inseam and height. In theory, this proves what I suspected. Originally, Richard sold me the bike with a 120mm stem...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-04-17, 12:05 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 47,347
Posted By MrAwesome

That's what has baffled me about this problem for...

That's what has baffled me about this problem for almost two years. I chose that size based on the size charts. Although, Richard did say the 58cm could also fit me because of my longer legs;...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-03-17, 11:22 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 47,347
Posted By MrAwesome

Wabi Size issues

I have a question kind of off topic, but with relation to the Wabi. I bought the Classic almost two years ago and have had a lot of trouble with fit and comfort. I finally came to the conclusion...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-27-16, 06:23 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,524
Posted By MrAwesome

. Not sure what's more impressive, the bike...

.

Not sure what's more impressive, the bike or the rainbow.

... Or the amazing shot!

Nice!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-27-16, 06:22 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,524
Posted By MrAwesome

+1. Kinda got glossed over, but I think it's sick.

+1. Kinda got glossed over, but I think it's sick.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-05-16, 11:56 AM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,524
Posted By MrAwesome

Sweet bike. I never know what brands/models to...

Sweet bike. I never know what brands/models to look for when I try to find used bikes or frames. This is exactly what I was looking for before I gave up and bought new.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-04-16, 03:00 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,524
Posted By MrAwesome

I've already switched out the handlebars to a...

I've already switched out the handlebars to a compact drop, but that required switching the stem, as well. After seeing your bike and having neck pain after each ride, I started seriously thinking...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-04-16, 01:53 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,524
Posted By MrAwesome

I have the Wabi Classic in Desert Turquoise, but...

I have the Wabi Classic in Desert Turquoise, but I really like the "classic" look of your bike. You had different grips in the picture in the 2015 thread. They looked like cloth tape.
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