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Forum: Mountain Biking
03-03-20, 10:25 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,351
Posted By mdcoram

At least around the midwest there are a ton of...

At least around the midwest there are a ton of excellent condition used full suspension mountain bikes available. They're not going to have XX1 drivetrains but some have NX or XT. Look on FB...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-03-20, 09:44 AM
Replies: 3,573
Views: 983,223
Posted By mdcoram

I'm 52 and this is my easy rolling, super comfy Jamis Sequel Steel bike

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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-24-20, 08:26 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 43,154
Posted By mdcoram

Yes, you're correct. It was their matte yellow...

Yes, you're correct. It was their matte yellow color.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-21-20, 03:08 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 43,154
Posted By mdcoram

I owned the Redux 2 prior to my Sequel. I...

I owned the Redux 2 prior to my Sequel. I couldn't believe how easily the light branches on our local single track scratched up the frame and forks. The paint job is shameful. The Sequel does cost...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-21-20, 02:53 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 43,154
Posted By mdcoram

Mine... Love it! ...

Mine... Love it!
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-20, 02:49 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 18,192
Posted By mdcoram

True that!

True that!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-21-20, 01:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 15,078
Posted By mdcoram

I enjoy my Redux 2 but the paint is merely a...

I enjoy my Redux 2 but the paint is merely a suggestion. It gets scratched just by looking at it wrong. Switched bikes with a buddy who owns a Jamis Sequel while on a gravel ride and within a mile...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-21-20, 11:09 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,665
Posted By mdcoram

Love my Jamis! I noticed when checking my ride...

Love my Jamis! I noticed when checking my ride logs that I put more miles on my Sequel than all my other bikes combined last year. More smiles too!
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-21-20, 11:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 9,665
Posted By mdcoram

No way! It's not a race bike but steel frames...

No way! It's not a race bike but steel frames are perfect for back country riding.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-20, 09:45 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 18,192
Posted By mdcoram

Sweet ride!

Sweet ride!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-20, 09:41 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 18,192
Posted By mdcoram

Completely agree!

Completely agree!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-20, 03:00 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,783
Posted By mdcoram

I was riding on the shoulder. I don't like...

I was riding on the shoulder. I don't like riding in the street along with traffic though I can see how that may actually be safer.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-20, 01:38 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,783
Posted By mdcoram

Near miss has me scared of the road

Maybe a half mile into a ride the other day a passenger side mirror ever so slightly grazed my left arm doing about 40 mph. No injuries at all but for the rest of the ride I grimaced in fear each...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-10-20, 10:24 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,139
Posted By mdcoram

I borrowed one for a weekend a couple months ago....

I borrowed one for a weekend a couple months ago. The more I rode it the more I liked it. It's so stable and at the same time.. flickable. Truly a great design and a joy to ride on almost any...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-10-20, 08:27 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,139
Posted By mdcoram

You will love it I'm sure. It's such a...

You will love it I'm sure. It's such a comfortable bike and it'll put miles of smiles on your face! Be sure to give us an update after your first couple rides.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-20, 01:58 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 18,192
Posted By mdcoram

Agreed! I've only had one but it took a week of...

Agreed! I've only had one but it took a week of soaking in WD40 and a broken vise to finally get it out.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-08-20, 12:51 PM
Replies: 5,453
Views: 3,881,784
Posted By mdcoram

Raging Jealousy!

Raging Jealousy!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-20, 11:14 AM
Replies: 174
Views: 18,192
Posted By mdcoram

"I love vintage bikes except for _______"

For me it's all the cables dangling out of the hoods
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-08-20, 10:31 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 15,969
Posted By mdcoram

I've found if you wrap the tape around 5-10 times...

I've found if you wrap the tape around 5-10 times with a fairly good stretch then one more rotation with very little stretch then most any name brand electrical tape sticks well.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-20, 09:52 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,312
Posted By mdcoram

I've heard this before but man I hate the look of...

I've heard this before but man I hate the look of the shifter cables dangling out in front of the bars :)
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-20, 09:13 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 11,312
Posted By mdcoram

Any real benefits of 11 speed over 10 speed?

I think I'm missing the good ol' 10 speed days. I'm riding fewer miles now than ever before but it sure seems like I'm going through a lot of 11 speed chains. I know more is almost always better but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-20, 12:32 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 13,133
Posted By mdcoram

What kind of batteries do your light up tires...

What kind of batteries do your light up tires take? :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-20, 12:32 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 13,133
Posted By mdcoram

Gorgeous!!!

Gorgeous!!!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-03-20, 09:57 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 18,154
Posted By mdcoram

I've always thought components were more...

I've always thought components were more important to me but looking back I realize now the bikes I put the most miles on year after year after year have always been my steel or titanium bikes. So...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-24-19, 10:11 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 43,154
Posted By mdcoram

I picked up a dark grey Jamis Sequel last month...

I picked up a dark grey Jamis Sequel last month and in all honesty my other bikes have been dust collectors since. It's easily the heaviest bike I own but it's nimble and well balanced so it rides...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-18-19, 02:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,960
Posted By mdcoram

I've never felt the need or desire for a dropper...

I've never felt the need or desire for a dropper post on my gravel bike. Does anyone find it helpful?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-18-19, 02:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,307
Posted By mdcoram

I'd suggest looking on Facebook Marketplace for a...

I'd suggest looking on Facebook Marketplace for a gravel bike that's maybe 1-3 years old. If you're in a large city you'll find many to choose from for less than half of new. I like buying used...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-16-19, 12:58 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 15,443
Posted By mdcoram

The Jamis Sequel has a surprisingly supple ride. ...

The Jamis Sequel has a surprisingly supple ride. Very comfortable!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-16-19, 12:28 PM
Replies: 1,143
Views: 154,220
Posted By mdcoram

Beautiful photo. How's that seat post work...

Beautiful photo. How's that seat post work without a clamp?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-11-19, 03:52 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 69,312
Posted By mdcoram

I have 42's on my AL and they fit fine but I've...

I have 42's on my AL and they fit fine but I've not ridden in any mud yet.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-19, 03:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,643
Posted By mdcoram

That's true but I am curious :)

That's true but I am curious :)
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-19, 08:50 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,643
Posted By mdcoram

Mystery Merlin Titanium road bike - pics included

I recently purchased a Titanium Merlin frame and built it up as my year round road bike. I've never been able to figure out it's year or model though. I've searched the net but can't find another...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-02-19, 12:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,522
Posted By mdcoram

Jones vs Drop bars

I did a 30 mile trail ride this weekend on a buddies adventure bike with Jones handlebars. I was initially a bit confused exactly where to place my hands but as the miles past by it became clear...
Forum: Introductions
11-08-19, 12:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 268
Posted By mdcoram

Good Day from Missouri!

I've learned quite a bit in just the couple weeks I've visited this site and I'm happy to find a place with so many good folks sharing their passion. I love bikes...riding bikes, repairing bikes,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-04-19, 04:24 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 69,312
Posted By mdcoram

Your frame is made to handle much more stress...

Your frame is made to handle much more stress than your racks are likely to ever create. Ride and enjoy. Repeat!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-04-19, 04:21 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 69,312
Posted By mdcoram

That country road looks like a blast!

That country road looks like a blast!
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-01-19, 12:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,663
Posted By mdcoram

Best advice I've heard in a long long time.

Best advice I've heard in a long long time.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-01-19, 11:57 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 12,409
Posted By mdcoram

I agree with you that tires and pressures have a...

I agree with you that tires and pressures have a huge impact on ride quality. I've tried to ride almost with my eyes closed over the same section of country road and I can't tell any difference...
Forum: Introductions
11-01-19, 11:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 489
Posted By mdcoram

Since you're so close have you ridden the MTB...

Since you're so close have you ridden the MTB trails in Arkansas yet? I hear they're amazing.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-01-19, 11:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,318
Posted By mdcoram

I ended up buying the '19 Checkpoint AL4 and my...

I ended up buying the '19 Checkpoint AL4 and my 42's fit easily. Trek is obviously very conservative in their tire clearance ratings.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-31-19, 09:23 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,927
Posted By mdcoram

I have a carbon seat post on my alloy gravel...

I have a carbon seat post on my alloy gravel bike. It's quite a bit lighter and much easier to mount/adjust my saddles than the original but zero difference in ride quality that I can tell. It...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-31-19, 08:44 AM
Replies: 257
Views: 42,322
Posted By mdcoram

I think a lot of people buy Treks because their...

I think a lot of people buy Treks because their resale value is better than most others. All bikes take a quick hit though :)
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-30-19, 12:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 814
Posted By mdcoram

I was told that the Bafang won't fit in the Gen...

I was told that the Bafang won't fit in the Gen 1's? I will check into it again though. Thanks!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-30-19, 09:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,318
Posted By mdcoram

Makes a lot of sense. The checkpoint feels more...

Makes a lot of sense. The checkpoint feels more natural to me than the other gravel bikes I've ridden so I'm down to just trying to decide whether to buy the 2019 at a deep discount now or save some...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-29-19, 08:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 814
Posted By mdcoram

FLX Gen 1 Bofeili motors

I've gone through a couple Bofeili motors already and this 3rd one is already starting to randomly lose power just like the others did. Anybody ever find a replacement motor that fits and is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-19, 08:53 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,636
Posted By mdcoram

Weight lifting helps some but climbing the...

Weight lifting helps some but climbing the longest hills I could find over and over again helped the most. I went from hating hills to almost enjoying them.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-29-19, 08:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,318
Posted By mdcoram

Thank you. I have ridden it and it feels great...

Thank you. I have ridden it and it feels great to me as a road biker but I'm a gravel novice. The 38mm tire clearance is smaller than a lot of other gravel bikes and one of the reasons for the two...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
10-29-19, 08:08 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,979
Posted By mdcoram

That would make any bike ride enjoyable!

That would make any bike ride enjoyable!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-29-19, 08:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 7,318
Posted By mdcoram

Trek Checkpoint as a gravel bike?

I'm very close to buying a 2019 Trek Checkpoint alloy to use on country gravel roads. I've read some positive reviews but a couple other reviews have been lukewarm on it. Any opinions?
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