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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-21, 01:38 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,722,109
Posted By DaveMaddux

Yep this is a mis-matched hack I’ve done on my...

Yep this is a mis-matched hack I’ve done on my old cross bike too: a v-brake in front requires no cable housing stop like cantis do, and therefore eliminates “fork jack” shudder under hard braking. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-21, 01:02 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,722,109
Posted By DaveMaddux

Honestly I haven’t tried them out too much in the...

Honestly I haven’t tried them out too much in the real world yet, as I’ve just built this bike and I’m still trying to get it to fit me (I’m 6-4, I probably need a 23 inch frame with more stack to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-21, 08:06 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,722,109
Posted By DaveMaddux

Velocity wheels (velocityusa.com), about the only...

Velocity wheels (velocityusa.com), about the only place to go anymore for quality wheels for rim brakes (and tubeless-ready). . .this set was about $450. In hindsight, I should have configured these...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-21, 12:12 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,722,109
Posted By DaveMaddux

1993 Hard Rock

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/hardrock1_5921f90ba958675ccf46be02e066cc5313115ad3.jpg
Came out great, but 21-inch frame a bit small for me (cant get the drops quite...
Forum: Touring
10-07-18, 11:08 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 15,467
Posted By DaveMaddux

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1536x1024/hikerbikerstateparkcamp_d60618d93161d9bee60d65acdfcb3301d1a04344.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-07, 10:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,014
Posted By DaveMaddux

Before you buy from BikesDirect.com, look here...

Before you buy from BikesDirect.com, look here too, they have alot of the same bikes for less:

http://stores.ebay.com/SPRTYMAMA-BIKE-SHOP_W0QQcolZ2QQdirZ1QQfsubZQ2d999QQftidZ2QQtZkm

My buddy...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-13-07, 04:09 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 2,729
Posted By DaveMaddux

Would get a local shop to order a 62 cm Soma...

Would get a local shop to order a 62 cm Soma Double Cross frame (http://store.somafab.com/sodocrcyfr.html), and build it with Ultegra brifters, XT hubs laced to Mavic Open Pros with 36 spokes,...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-07, 03:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,228
Posted By DaveMaddux

DUH! I should have known they were for carpal...

DUH! I should have known they were for carpal tunnel syndrome.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-13-07, 03:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,228
Posted By DaveMaddux

What is Cofidis rider wearing?

Anyone know what Nick Nuyens of Cofidis-Le Crédit par Téléphone is wearing on his wrists? (Shown here winning stage 3 of Etoile de Bessèges).
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-07, 11:59 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,554
Posted By DaveMaddux

You use different muscles, or use them...

You use different muscles, or use them differently when you sit vs stand. I've seen Johan Bruneel coach Lance this way in the alps, calling out from the team car "10 minutes in the saddle, then 10...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-12-07, 11:40 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,442
Posted By DaveMaddux

Basic multi-vitamin (without iron), fish oil, GLA...

Basic multi-vitamin (without iron), fish oil, GLA (from borage oil), high gamma E, Selenium, Vit C, Resveratrol (Longevinex brand), and 4000 IU of Vit D:
...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-12-07, 10:30 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,225
Posted By DaveMaddux

read my last comment. Sorry, Terrapin Ben, I...

read my last comment.

Sorry, Terrapin Ben, I can't help you, it seems that my observations are crap. Open up the wilderness to Mt Bikes, we need more singletrack!
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-12-07, 10:25 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,225
Posted By DaveMaddux

"certain impacts to mountain bike trails,...

"certain impacts to mountain bike trails, especially width, are comparable or less than hiking or multiple-use trails, and significantly less than impacts to equestrian or off-highway vehicle...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-12-07, 10:22 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,225
Posted By DaveMaddux

Thats a good question. I assumed you were...

Thats a good question. I assumed you were referring to designated wilderness areas in National Forest, where permits are required for overnight stay, and no motors of any kind are allowed, not even...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-12-07, 10:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,225
Posted By DaveMaddux

I know what I have seen. Trails used exclusively...

I know what I have seen. Trails used exclusively by hikers are tiny, narrow, packed trails. Trails used by bikes tend to be wider and rutted. Trails frequented by horses are very wide, usually...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-12-07, 09:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,225
Posted By DaveMaddux

It is a very controversial topic. I'm a...

It is a very controversial topic. I'm a backpacker and a mountain biker, and I'm not sure how I feel about it. Certainly Mt Bikes would have more impact on trails than foot traffic, but no more than...
Forum: Introductions
02-12-07, 09:40 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 328
Posted By DaveMaddux

Hi HardHeadmandca, ...

Hi HardHeadmandca,

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I live in Fresno too. A Specialized Sirrus is a flat bar road bike, right? If so, the advise above is correct, bar...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-07, 12:53 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,939
Posted By DaveMaddux

Pegoretti was a gift to Landis from the good...

Pegoretti was a gift to Landis from the good people at Saris.

(from: http://roadmag.blogspot.com/2007/01/floyd-landis-powertap-camp.html)
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-07, 12:36 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,939
Posted By DaveMaddux

is it me or do those chainstays look HUGE?

is it me or do those chainstays look HUGE?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-12-07, 12:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 916
Posted By DaveMaddux

another pic of DZ and his lovely wife from...

another pic of DZ and his lovely wife from http://www.neilroad.blogspot.com/
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-07, 11:57 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,939
Posted By DaveMaddux

What is Floyd riding?

Floyd is riding this bike in his training camps, looks like all aluminum, no carbon. Anyone recognize the maker from the head tube decal?

pics from:

http://www.neilroad.blogspot.com/
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-07, 05:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 537
Posted By DaveMaddux

thanks, your picture shows much better detail for...

thanks, your picture shows much better detail for sure! Here are some more pictures from a training ride at Tour of Qatar, showing Mercks riding with Boonen and others.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-07, 05:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 537
Posted By DaveMaddux

What crank is this?

This pic shows T-Mobile team rider Eric Baumann of Germany as he prepares for the start of the first stage in the Tour of Qatar. What crank is this, is it Shimano or other? I don't recognize it and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-07-07, 03:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,185
Posted By DaveMaddux

on the lower end pricewise ($29.99), I've been...

on the lower end pricewise ($29.99), I've been very happy with this pack for dayhikes and mountain biking:
...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-07, 08:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 711
Posted By DaveMaddux

My road bike was a 1x7 for a very long time. It...

My road bike was a 1x7 for a very long time. It had a 42 tooth chainring and I think 12-28 cassette. I never missed the big ring at all except in rare cases when I would spin out coming down steep...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-04-07, 08:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,305
Posted By DaveMaddux

I have 105 hubs/ 32-spoke open pros on my beater...

I have 105 hubs/ 32-spoke open pros on my beater rain bike and they never let me down. But aren't most XC bikes spaced 135 in the rear?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-04-07, 12:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 916
Posted By DaveMaddux

Seems like he is using a different hosted site...

Seems like he is using a different hosted site now, most current posts I have seen are here:

http://www.davezabriskie.missingsaddle.com/
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-07, 06:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,337
Posted By DaveMaddux

Be advised Wellgo pedals may use a very similar...

Be advised Wellgo pedals may use a very similar but slightly different cleat. A WPD cleat vs a SPD cleat. I have both spd and wpd and they are not compatible. You can clip into an spd pedal with...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-07, 05:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,337
Posted By DaveMaddux

I just finally switched to clipless, wanted to...

I just finally switched to clipless, wanted to start cheap and easy, so I ended with a Shimano mountain shoe that is alot like a road shoe, except it has a lugged sole you can walk on, like this:
...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-03-07, 05:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 916
Posted By DaveMaddux

here's another pic of DZ's girls, his wife and...

here's another pic of DZ's girls, his wife and her sister? I think.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-01-07, 10:29 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 5,813
Posted By DaveMaddux

minimalism

minimalism
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
02-01-07, 09:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 916
Posted By DaveMaddux

I think Z's wife might be his high school...

I think Z's wife might be his high school sweetheart. She is a looker for sure. See attached pic shot before final stage of Tour of California in Redondo Beach last year. All these ladies posing...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-01-07, 04:39 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,172
Posted By DaveMaddux

I've noticed this plenty of times. Happened to...

I've noticed this plenty of times. Happened to me in a race, actually. My buddy talked me into doing a duathlon with him (run-bike-run, my first multi-sport event) and my road bike was in pieces,...
Forum: Northern California
01-29-07, 11:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 505
Posted By DaveMaddux

The blossom ride is great, have done the 100k the...

The blossom ride is great, have done the 100k the last 2 years as my boss helps obtain all the food and drink for the support stations. (He's a Lions clubber). The 100k starts at the Kings River in...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-07, 05:32 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,670
Posted By DaveMaddux

1. Mercier Aquila (cheap but fast) 2....

1. Mercier Aquila (cheap but fast)

2. Schwinn World Sport (mid-80s?) with fenders (my rain bike)

3. Chicago Schwinn traveler (early 80s?) fixed

4. Lotus Excelle (late 70s, early 80s) 69 cm...
Forum: Folding Bikes
01-29-07, 04:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,011
Posted By DaveMaddux

I use white lightning on my Mt bikes, but I like...

I use white lightning on my Mt bikes, but I like to use a wet lube on my road bikes. I used to use TriFlow, now I have my own formula. 1 part motor oil, 4 parts odorless mineral spirits. It is...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-29-07, 03:06 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,241
Posted By DaveMaddux

My buddy and I have both purchased road bikes...

My buddy and I have both purchased road bikes from this ebay seller with complete satisfaction, but you have to be willing to be your own bike mechanic. $297 + $40 for a Sora equipped bike here:
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-07, 11:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,091
Posted By DaveMaddux

Very nice! Very clean and uncluttered. I have...

Very nice! Very clean and uncluttered. I have never seen it done this way, or never noticed at least. I have one bike to convert to bar-end shifters sometime soon, will definitely do it this way....
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-28-07, 11:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 608
Posted By DaveMaddux

Stem, handlebars, pedals, front wheel, front...

Stem, handlebars, pedals, front wheel, front brake and cable (for my road bike). Derailleurs were already tuned up and ready to go. Not sure how much more involved it would be with disc brakes. ...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-28-07, 10:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 608
Posted By DaveMaddux

This ebay seller: ...

This ebay seller: http://stores.ebay.com/SPRTYMAMA-BIKE-SHOP, has cheap deals on Motobecane Mt Bikes if you don't mind assembling and maintaining your own bikes. $397 + $40 shipping gets you an XT...
Forum: Commuting
01-28-07, 09:58 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,454
Posted By DaveMaddux

I have had the same positive experiences with...

I have had the same positive experiences with ebay storefront sellers. My buddy and I both bought new bikes from one particular storefront seller. I paid $495 for a new bike with Tiagra shifters...
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