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Forum: Recreational & Family
06-19-05, 07:43 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 17,336
Posted By mightypudge

Why you!! :p I do have two very nice...

Why you!!
:p

I do have two very nice MTB saddles, one of which will probably go on this bike very shortly. I think it'll be the Specialized Body Geometry. Dang, that thing is comfy!
Forum: Recreational & Family
06-18-05, 09:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 17,336
Posted By mightypudge

I just bought the '05 SX today as an alternative...

I just bought the '05 SX today as an alternative to my Cannondale Scalpel. Basically for rides with my wife & son around the neighborhood or to the local market.

Anyway when I got it home I set...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-13-03, 05:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,308
Posted By mightypudge

The F1000 BB height is about 1" lower than my...

The F1000 BB height is about 1" lower than my Scalpel. That is something I'll have to consider, since I am getting very comfy with the geometry of the Scalpel.

Still, that F1000 is a fast bike!...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-12-03, 09:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,308
Posted By mightypudge

Plus, I think everyone should own at least both a...

Plus, I think everyone should own at least both a FS and a hardtail. :)
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-11-03, 08:44 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,308
Posted By mightypudge

Indeed, I do own a Scalpel. The reason I'm...

Indeed, I do own a Scalpel.

The reason I'm considering this is because I wanted a simple bike. The Scalpel is for long, fast rides on the trail. I was looking for a hardtail for misc. purposes...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-11-03, 08:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,308
Posted By mightypudge

Ding, ding, ding! :D

Ding, ding, ding!

:D
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-11-03, 08:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,308
Posted By mightypudge

Cannondale Full Wood

I have a chance to pick this bike up at a crazy low price, and I am seriously considering it. I took it for a test ride and this thing is FAST!

The fork on the bike I am looking at is a Lefty DLR...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-11-03, 08:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 459
Posted By mightypudge

Cool, I'm on track. I had a long discussion...

Cool, I'm on track.

I had a long discussion with a friend of mine that races, and he told me the Scalpel should be fine for the trails I ride.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-11-03, 09:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 459
Posted By mightypudge

And what exactly is that? I am getting a lot of...

And what exactly is that? I am getting a lot of different opinions on what the Scalpel was intended for. The trails I usually ride are not *that* techincal, but there are some rocks, roots, drops,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-11-03, 08:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 459
Posted By mightypudge

Who has time for long rides? :D I...

Who has time for long rides? :D



I think what I may do is sell my Trek 4900 and invest in a high-quality Freeride.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-11-03, 07:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 459
Posted By mightypudge

Questions about riding style and components.

Sorry for the long post, but I have a lot to say. :)

A few months ago the bug hit and I got into mountain biking. Originally it was all about getting into shape, having fun, enjoying the scenery,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-10-03, 08:50 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,221
Posted By mightypudge

Sweet!!! Funny, I was thinking of retooling...

Sweet!!!

Funny, I was thinking of retooling my Scalpel with very similar components. I'm glad to hear you like them.

P.S. - Where in Pennsy are you?
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-08-03, 12:40 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 912
Posted By mightypudge

How did they crack???

How did they crack???
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-08-03, 08:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,102
Posted By mightypudge

Most of my rides are 2-3 hours. I bring a 3-liter...

Most of my rides are 2-3 hours. I bring a 3-liter Camelbak and fill it up with ice water. I also bring the following goodies:


two tubes
multitool
tire levers
rag (for cleaning excess mud...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-08-03, 08:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 678
Posted By mightypudge

Removed reflectors, added air pump and water...

Removed reflectors, added air pump and water bottle cage, replaced pedals. Then I took it out on the trail and did some riding.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-05-03, 02:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 860
Posted By mightypudge

I'm 34. Most of the guys I run into on the trails...

I'm 34. Most of the guys I run into on the trails are in their 30's. Seems the younger folks are too busy jumping off stuff. :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-03, 09:05 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 985
Posted By mightypudge

Anyone else bring their bike to work?

Today is the first gorgeous day weather-wise that I have seen in a week. I knew this moring that I will have no time after work to ride, so I decided to bring the bike to work and ride during lunch. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-03, 02:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,479
Posted By mightypudge

I just shipped a road bike yesterday in a...

I just shipped a road bike yesterday in a Cannondale box, and on the outside of the box it clearly states that the box is NOT oversized based on UPS requirements. It cost me $54 to ship the bike to...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-02-03, 07:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,905
Posted By mightypudge

Right on!

Right on!
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-02-03, 08:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 694
Posted By mightypudge

Do you need more than 5" of travel on a bike that...

Do you need more than 5" of travel on a bike that is basically designed for XC racing? Just curious.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-02-03, 08:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 359
Posted By mightypudge

I'll second the Kool Stops.

I'll second the Kool Stops.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-31-03, 08:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 413
Posted By mightypudge

For dry conditions I like the Hutchinson Python....

For dry conditions I like the Hutchinson Python. I would also recommend going tubeless if you want to run lower pressures for better traction without worrying about pinch flats. Since speed is not...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-30-03, 11:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 649
Posted By mightypudge

I hear you. However, they *are* stronger and a...

I hear you. However, they *are* stronger and a lot less flexy. I think they are worth the extra scratch. It's only money. :)
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-30-03, 11:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 471
Posted By mightypudge

Couple of firsts for me today

What a great ride today!

In spite of the threat of rain, and me just getting over four days of a nasty stomach virus, I set out this morning not quite knowing what lie ahead. And I had an awesome...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-03, 07:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 585
Posted By mightypudge

Need a light for my bike

With daylight getting shorter and my work hours getting longer, it appears I'm going to need a light for my bike if I am going to get any riding done.

I need something durable since 90% of my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-03, 05:38 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 23,031
Posted By mightypudge

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-03, 05:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,843
Posted By mightypudge

I need more.

I need more.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-03, 03:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 23,031
Posted By mightypudge

I'm glad I could make you all laugh, even if it...

I'm glad I could make you all laugh, even if it was at my expense. If it makes you feel any better, since I'm the "FNG" at my bike shop, they are all abusing me when I ask stupid questions, as it is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-03, 03:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 23,031
Posted By mightypudge

Tee hee. Thanks. I ain't going anywhere.

Tee hee. Thanks. I ain't going anywhere.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-03, 02:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 23,031
Posted By mightypudge

I knew this post would get me beaten up. I'm out....

I knew this post would get me beaten up. I'm out.

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-03, 02:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 734
Posted By mightypudge

OUCH! ...

OUCH!

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-03, 12:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 23,031
Posted By mightypudge

How the heck do you fold your cycling shorts?

OK, I admit I can be a doofus from time to time. But this really has me stumpified.

I can't seem to fold my cycling shorts in such a way that they fit nice and neatly in my dresser drawer....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-03, 11:24 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,618
Posted By mightypudge

Yes, please!!! :)

Yes, please!!! :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-03, 11:21 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,618
Posted By mightypudge

I wish. I had my bike upside down the other...

I wish.

I had my bike upside down the other day trying to fix my chainring. Five "cyclists" rode past me without even a glance.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-03, 11:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 447
Posted By mightypudge

Wow. I have a PDA but I don't speak German. :eek:...

Wow. I have a PDA but I don't speak German. :eek: :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-03, 11:18 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,949
Posted By mightypudge

Not enough fiber in their diet. :)

Not enough fiber in their diet. :)
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-29-03, 10:32 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,501
Posted By mightypudge

I sold a Raleigh M80 to a customer last night for...

I sold a Raleigh M80 to a customer last night for just over $500. For that, he gets an aluminum frame, Shimano mechanical disc brakes, Rock Shox Judy fork, Deore shifters, XT rear dr, Deore front dr,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-29-03, 07:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 771
Posted By mightypudge

I plan on upgrading my Scalpel 800 with some new...

I plan on upgrading my Scalpel 800 with some new wheels, brake pads, and crankset. I may also do new pedals - something with a platform for doing the real technical stuff.

Here's what I'm looking...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-29-03, 07:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,057
Posted By mightypudge

I like the Avids.

I like the Avids.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-29-03, 07:07 AM
Replies: 3,715
Views: 362,745
Posted By mightypudge

http://idisk.mac.com/mightypudge/Public/scalpel.jp...

http://idisk.mac.com/mightypudge/Public/scalpel.jpg

'03 Cannondale Scalpel 800 - stock except for Time ATAC pedals and WTB Speed V saddle.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-03, 07:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 945
Posted By mightypudge

I had a bike with the same setup and had the same...

I had a bike with the same setup and had the same problem. I came to learn this is pretty normal, and once I got used to shifting the front I was fine.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-03, 07:18 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 777
Posted By mightypudge

I have Kool Stops disc brake pads on my mtb and...

I have Kool Stops disc brake pads on my mtb and they are fantastic. I had them on my road bike and they were an immediate improvement over the stock pads.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-25-03, 10:43 AM
Replies: 202
Views: 13,909
Posted By mightypudge

Age: 33 Location: Philadelphia, PA ...

Age: 33
Location: Philadelphia, PA
Occupation: Human Resources
Hobbies other than MTB: Guitar
Riding habits: XC
Favorite style of music: Progressive Rock
Component that represents me best: The...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-03, 05:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,634
Posted By mightypudge

My thoughts exactly. My fault. I...

My thoughts exactly.



My fault. I apologize.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-03, 05:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 416
Posted By mightypudge

I didn't lube up the discs. The flash rust is...

I didn't lube up the discs. The flash rust is inside the disc cutouts where the pads don't touch, not on the surface.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-03, 05:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,634
Posted By mightypudge

I'm pretty much in agreement there. Besides...

I'm pretty much in agreement there. Besides Shimano, would you recommend another brand? I was looking at stuff from TruVativ and Race Face. With my employee discount taking effect shortly it makes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-03, 05:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,634
Posted By mightypudge

I was very careful to not bend back the wrong...

I was very careful to not bend back the wrong tooth. I checked out all three wheels and identifed the shifting point so that I knew I was doing the right thing.

What was happening yesterday on my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-03, 05:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,634
Posted By mightypudge

According to the bike shop where I work, also a...

According to the bike shop where I work, also a Cannondale dealer, the chainrings on the Scalpel 800 are sort of cheap from the factory. Most times they recommend that serious riders upgrade the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-03, 08:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,634
Posted By mightypudge

Tooth wear on chainrings - after 85 miles?

During my ride yesterday, one of the teeth on my middle chainring bent inward. When I got home I was able to use a pair of pliers to bend it back into place. No big deal.

After I cleaned the bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-03, 08:29 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 416
Posted By mightypudge

Simple question about flash-rust

After degreasing and cleaning, I notice some rust forming on the chain and discs. I know a little lubrication of the chain is recommended to prevent flash-rusting, but what about the brake discs? I...
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