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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-18-20, 06:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 5,740
Posted By Jtsweeep

Is removing the reflectors a thing?

Is removing the reflectors a thing?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-16-20, 08:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 20,534
Posted By Jtsweeep

I just got back into biking so keep that in mind....

I just got back into biking so keep that in mind. I recently purchased a 2020 FX3 and returned it. Like you, I thought I'd be biking mostly on paved roads and occasionally on light trails or gravel...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-20, 07:15 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,769
Posted By Jtsweeep

I'm a newer rider and have been riding the MUP...

I'm a newer rider and have been riding the MUP near me. My only real issue are the people (peds and bikers) who stop and block the path. This weekend, there were a couple of ladies standing on the...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-12-20, 04:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,379
Posted By Jtsweeep

I appreciate the insight! I rode a lot when I was...

I appreciate the insight! I rode a lot when I was younger but it's been quite a while since then. I don't ever remember my butt hurting though so maybe it is the age thing. However, I took a bike...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-11-20, 08:37 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,379
Posted By Jtsweeep

I tried moving the seat fore/aft and up and down...

I tried moving the seat fore/aft and up and down and it doesn't seem to make much of a difference. My butt is killing me. Is that a sign of a wrong size bike?



This bike is online only and the...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-10-20, 12:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,379
Posted By Jtsweeep

I would have the opportunity to exchange the bike...

I would have the opportunity to exchange the bike within 30 days provided they have stock.



That's exactly the problem- I have no idea what it's supposed to feel like. After the 8.5 mile ride,...
Forum: Introductions
06-09-20, 11:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 600
Posted By Jtsweeep

Thanks! If anyone is nearby and wants to go on a...

Thanks! If anyone is nearby and wants to go on a lighter paced ride, let me know!



How does Iowa compare to Sunnyvale?
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-09-20, 11:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,379
Posted By Jtsweeep

In Between Sizes - Big Difference?

Hey everyone, I just received my Canyon Pathlite hybrid and am not sure if it's too big or not. I feel a little stretched out but it just might be because I haven't ridden in a while and don't know...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-20, 06:04 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,152
Posted By Jtsweeep

Just an update: I ended up returning the bike but...

Just an update: I ended up returning the bike but not because of the wheel issue. I was ok with it the way it was and was going to wait until the 30 day check up from the LBS to address it. I...
Forum: Introductions
06-08-20, 03:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 600
Posted By Jtsweeep

Thanks! I grew up in San Jose and live in...

Thanks! I grew up in San Jose and live in Sunnyvale now. Where are you now?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-20, 03:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,452
Posted By Jtsweeep

I was in the same boat as you a few weeks ago....

I was in the same boat as you a few weeks ago. I'd say my riding needs are very similar to yours and I was debating between a Trek FX or a Trek Dual Sport. After doing a bunch of research, I ended up...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-20, 03:24 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 722
Posted By Jtsweeep

Came across this last night:...

Came across this last night: https://www.canyon.com/en-us/support-articles/fix_squeaking_and_scraping_disc_brakes.html
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-20, 11:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 722
Posted By Jtsweeep

My brand new bike squealed (front wheel only)...

My brand new bike squealed (front wheel only) when I picked it up in the shop. I asked the guy why it was doing that and if it was nomal and he said it was and the way to get it to stop is to go full...
Forum: Introductions
06-03-20, 07:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 600
Posted By Jtsweeep

Hello from the Bay Area, California!

Hi everyone! I'm getting back into cycling like a lot of people currently. I used to bike a lot when I was younger but have moved on to other sports since (hockey) but those have been cancelled for...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-03-20, 06:36 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,517
Posted By Jtsweeep

LOL I totally missed the title and was wondering...

LOL I totally missed the title and was wondering what model it was also. Sweet looking bike!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-02-20, 04:21 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,949
Posted By Jtsweeep

mugsymalone So what bike did you end up getting?

mugsymalone So what bike did you end up getting?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-20, 09:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,152
Posted By Jtsweeep

All very good points. I would say I'm above...

All very good points. I would say I'm above average adept.



Simply because the LBS closes at 5:30 and I don't get off work until 6:30 so I have to wait until the weekend. It's funny that I got...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-28-20, 05:36 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 27,469
Posted By Jtsweeep

OP, what did you decide to do? I just bought a...

OP, what did you decide to do? I just bought a 2020 FX 3 am slightly regretting it also. I have the opposite feeling as you and think I should have gotten a DS 3/4 or Verve.



I've only ridden...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-20, 04:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,152
Posted By Jtsweeep

Should bike wheels be perfectly centered? I've...

Should bike wheels be perfectly centered? I've noticed that the back wheel is slightly off center as well although not nearly as bad as the front one. It's about 1/8 to 1/4 inch more on one side...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-20, 04:52 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,152
Posted By Jtsweeep

On my first ride, I went down a steep hill really...

On my first ride, I went down a steep hill really fast and it wobbled badly a couple of times. It really concerned me so I slowed down quite a bit. It felt like if you had narrow tires and rode...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-20, 04:41 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,152
Posted By Jtsweeep

Ok good to know. Mine's looks like shiny metal....

Ok good to know. Mine's looks like shiny metal. It's more of scuffs rather than scratches. Two chunks on one side and one on the other.

I'm working on it :D
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-20, 09:06 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,152
Posted By Jtsweeep

It might be a different story if I had owned the...

It might be a different story if I had owned the bike for more than 5 days.





By mad I mean from a safety standpoint. Like if their carelessness could have led to some sort of accident where...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-20, 01:01 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,152
Posted By Jtsweeep

Thanks for all the info and the diagnosis guys....

Thanks for all the info and the diagnosis guys. Sorry I didn't provide all the details ahead of time but I didn't really know what any of it meant (thru skew, down bolt, etc.). Now that I know you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-20, 02:50 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,152
Posted By Jtsweeep

The bike has disc brakes with QR. ...

The bike has disc brakes with QR.



After looking at it closer, the quick release skewer goes through a hole so there's no room for it to adjust/move (sorry for the improper terminology).

It...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-20, 12:57 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,152
Posted By Jtsweeep

I'll do that and watch the video. Will report...

I'll do that and watch the video. Will report back. Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-20, 12:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,152
Posted By Jtsweeep

Yep, I got it from a LBS. I want to clarify that...

Yep, I got it from a LBS. I want to clarify that I didn't put the bike together, they did. When I said new out of the box, I just meant it wasn't sitting out on the show room floor being test ridden....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-20, 04:24 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,152
Posted By Jtsweeep

New bike, front wheel off center. What should I do?

Hey everyone. I've been out of biking for a while and just picked up a brand new out of the box Trek Fx 3 from a local shop this weekend. I've gone on one ride on it and noticed today that the front...
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