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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-20, 03:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 355
Posted By Cali Scott

I hear ya Bob! Seems like every month a new...

I hear ya Bob! Seems like every month a new 'standard' is introduced. I have 2 bottom bracket tools that are the same, only one has a larger ID in order to fit the larger octalink spindles. Then I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-20, 04:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 355
Posted By Cali Scott

Mucho Thanks Bob! I thought not. Just not ready...

Mucho Thanks Bob! I thought not. Just not ready to put the cash out to upgrade to 11 or 12 using micro spline. Gotta just find an HG style boost hub now. Thanks again, Scott
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-03-20, 11:51 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 10,217
Posted By Cali Scott

Yes do it! I have a friend who is 73 years old,...

Yes do it! I have a friend who is 73 years old, he purchased a sweet Cannondale Scalpel a few years ago and owns a gravel bike as well. He rides that mtb about 120 miles per week and does mucho...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-20, 11:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 355
Posted By Cali Scott

Micro spline hub backwards compatiblity?

Hi Everybody! Haven't found an exact answer to my question on the interwebs. I am building up a new hardtail frame with boost spacing and I need a new hub. I am able to get a decent price on a...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-03-20, 11:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 662
Posted By Cali Scott

Yeah, here in So Cal there is a huge variety of...

Yeah, here in So Cal there is a huge variety of terrain and trails. Many of the trails I ride are not maintained and have huge ruts and rocks. I put together a budget rigid bike a few years ago and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-02-20, 10:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 662
Posted By Cali Scott

Taking the hardtail plunge!

Hi Everybody! Been quite awhile since I posted! After riding full suspension bikes since 1995, I have decided to swap parts over from my Fuji Reveal FS bike and build up a hardtail trail bike. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-17, 04:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,009
Posted By Cali Scott

Got it figured out! Thanks!

I did not measure the rim correctly originally, after doing so, I found the calculators were right on with current spoke length. So the spoke length discrepancy was only 2.1mm, my current spoke head...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-17, 12:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,009
Posted By Cali Scott

Aha! Very good explanation.

Aha! Very good explanation.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-17, 12:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,009
Posted By Cali Scott

Thats what I was thinking...

Thats what I was thinking...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-04-17, 11:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,009
Posted By Cali Scott

Great idea, I actually did this and according to...

Great idea, I actually did this and according to the calc, I would be using spokes over 10mm longer than what are currently on the wheel! That just adds to the confusion. I just figured if I built...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-04-17, 11:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,009
Posted By Cali Scott

Thanks so much! The calculator you linked said I...

Thanks so much! The calculator you linked said I would need 288 mm spoke length. I used a few spoke calculators. My current spokes are 275mm, the calculators said I need 288-290mm spokes, yet the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-04-17, 10:38 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,009
Posted By Cali Scott

Spoke length confusion!

I have built about 10 wheels, always 3 cross, over the past 10 years or so, never had to replace spokes though. My dilemma is, I am building some XT hubs (using my current rims) with a 45mm spoke...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-03-17, 10:24 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Yep, one ride Timothy. Just too harsh compared to...

Yep, one ride Timothy. Just too harsh compared to 140mm of plush travel on my Fuji. The hardtail was harder on the back, wrists, hands and ass. Surprising how comfy my FS bike is. Quite a revelation!...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-03-17, 08:38 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

I tried full suspension, I tried hardtail. I'm a full suspension man!

Well, one ride on the Brand X frame was enough to know I prefer fs bikes! It was responsive and climbed well (except in the sand). I was really getting beat up by the Brand X frame early on in the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-31-17, 10:55 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 14,382
Posted By Cali Scott

Crank Bros Gem, if you want a small jersey pocket...

Crank Bros Gem, if you want a small jersey pocket sized, easy pumping unit. Works great! 2 stage, one for 0-40 psi, then switch for higher volume with easy pumping action. Takes a lot of strokes, but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-31-17, 10:48 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Frame was delivered today!

As of Sunday my frame was in New York. Surprisingly, it was delivered by USPS today! Very excited to build it up. After examining it I was very impressed with the quality of the welds and finish. It...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-17, 10:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,254
Posted By Cali Scott

I read the post and thought the same thing! What...

I read the post and thought the same thing! What back problems?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-17, 10:06 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

I would certainly consider 18 days processing...

I would certainly consider 18 days processing time before being dispatched or even "despatched" an "issue"! Lol.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-17, 10:03 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Frame is on the way!

My frame has been exported from UK according to parcelforce tracking! Once I build it up and take it for it's first flight, I will be sure to post a review here. It will be fun sharpening my skills...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-26-17, 09:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,580
Posted By Cali Scott

Great job Bobby! Did my first metric century...

Great job Bobby! Did my first metric century about 2 months ago. Only 1650 ft of elevation but I averaged a bit over 16 mph. I only do solo rides & I do 50+ mile rides about twice a month, but that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-24-17, 10:38 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

That's ridiculous. I have been scammed 3 times on...

That's ridiculous. I have been scammed 3 times on ebay, they took care of it right away. Luckily I have not had to rely on Paypal. Thanks for the info, good to know. BTW order was dispatched today!...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-23-17, 10:15 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Yep, paid thru PayPal on Oct. 6th. Nashbar takes...

Yep, paid thru PayPal on Oct. 6th. Nashbar takes 5-7 days for me, even that would be quicker if they used USPS instead of UPS.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-23-17, 05:56 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Clifford, I agree that things do happen. I did...

Clifford, I agree that things do happen. I did mention the hurricane (1 hurricane, Ophelia, that I am aware of) and also I mentioned I ordered 10 days before the hurricane. So that really had no...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-23-17, 04:55 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Well, 17 days now and still no shipment of my...

Well, 17 days now and still no shipment of my frame. Really starting to lose any faith I had in CRC. Very weak customer service IMO.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-20-17, 03:53 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

UPDATE: I was able to contact CRC through FB...

UPDATE: I was able to contact CRC through FB instant messenger. They replied this morning and apologized and said they were extremely busy and also in the middle of a warehouse move and some orders...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-17, 03:54 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Also, if you look at the Brand X mtb frame at...

Also, if you look at the Brand X mtb frame at CRC, it says "all sizes in stock".
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-17, 03:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Yes, and my following 3 emails have been...

Yes, and my following 3 emails have been unanswered. Still processing, 13 days and counting...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-17, 06:54 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

My thoughts exactly Paul.

My thoughts exactly Paul.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-17, 06:52 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Ummm.. is a $140 frame considered an "expensive"...

Ummm.. is a $140 frame considered an "expensive" item or a "bike or similar sized item"? If you read the 42 reviews of the Brand X HT01 frame, a guy in Utah got his in 3 days. I just checked the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-17, 03:35 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

This may explain it. Thanks

This may explain it. Thanks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-17, 01:52 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Thanks. I do not plan to refuse it, I was simply...

Thanks. I do not plan to refuse it, I was simply considering it. I just get frustrated when they cannot just return an email saying "sorry we are experiencing a large volume of orders and we will get...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-17, 01:48 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Yes, but the reviews that I read were from the...

Yes, but the reviews that I read were from the actual Chain Reaction Cycles website in UK from people in US getting shipment from UK. Exact same frame. Chain Reaction in Cali does not even...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-17, 01:44 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Thanks so much Jef, never even thought about...

Thanks so much Jef, never even thought about calling through skype. That's a big help, much appreciated!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-17, 01:42 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Been buying parts online since 1998, never had...

Been buying parts online since 1998, never had this problem, so I can only compare to the hundreds of times i have ordered in almost 20 years. When it says "in stock" and US delivery wothin 4 to 7...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-17, 12:50 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Exactly Indy! Probably at least $400. I have been...

Exactly Indy! Probably at least $400. I have been riding fs bikes since 1996,and I just wanted to try a long travel hardtail but not end up losing too much cash if I decided I didn't like it. The...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-17, 12:06 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 15,482
Posted By Cali Scott

Chain Reaction Cycles WTF?

Being in California, I was reluctant to order a frame from the UK. After reading reviews that said people in the US were getting their parts within a week or 2, I thought I would give Chain Reaction...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-08-16, 09:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,585
Posted By Cali Scott

I built up the same frame/fork combo. I really...

I built up the same frame/fork combo. I really liked the frame. Very stiff, good weight for aluminum. I since bought a complete Fuji cyclocross bike, which is a bit smoother on the rougher stuff, but...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-07-16, 05:35 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 15,123
Posted By Cali Scott

I just posted my thoughts of the same question...

I just posted my thoughts of the same question after replacing my Duro Ellie Mae 35c with GatorSkins 28c. The Duro tires have a very fine file type tread, with knobs only on the edges of tire that...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-06-16, 07:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,253
Posted By Cali Scott

Nice! Yep, the first gravel road I took my 'cross...

Nice! Yep, the first gravel road I took my 'cross bike on, about 1.5 years ago had me hooked as well. The sound & feel of the gravel is cool like you said. Also amazed how fast rolling the cyclocross...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-06-16, 06:58 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,016
Posted By Cali Scott

Swapped my 35c cross tires for 28c Gatorskins

Hi Everybody!
I have been doing mostly road rides with my Fuji Tread, about 95% pavement. After loading the Strava app, (exciting and sobering at the same time, haha) I started looking for ways to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-12-16, 04:14 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,315
Posted By Cali Scott

I feel ya on the bike envy thing! i really liked...

I feel ya on the bike envy thing! i really liked my Nashbar X frame build, but I'm always dropping in to Jenson USA (about 20 miles from me) & I convinced myself I "needed" a new bike (been riding...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-12-16, 04:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,823
Posted By Cali Scott

Haha!

Haha!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-12-16, 02:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,315
Posted By Cali Scott

i almost bought one of these in zesty lime last...

i almost bought one of these in zesty lime last year. Ended up going with a complete Fuji Tread 1.5 (fork is 80 grams lighter, frame is just a bit lighter too) I got for $569. At the time the London...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-12-16, 02:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,823
Posted By Cali Scott

It is a great bike. Same frame as the Fuji Cross....

It is a great bike. Same frame as the Fuji Cross. I have the 2015 Claris 8 speed version. It rides smooth, it has fairly aggressive (read fast) geometry, but still comfortable, & climbs very well. I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-06-16, 01:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 13,123
Posted By Cali Scott

That is what really sold me. It is a nice...

That is what really sold me. It is a nice lightweight frame, they use on higher end bikes as well. Being my first 'cross bike, I was looking for the best performance vs. money factor, because I knew...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-30-16, 11:49 AM
Replies: 5,456
Views: 3,894,181
Posted By Cali Scott

My Fuji Tread

Here's mine! 2015 Fuji tread 1.5 56 CM. A few upgrades got the weight down to 23.3 lbs. with pedals & bottle cages. Love this bike! Smooth ride and great handling.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-28-16, 06:36 PM
Replies: 5,456
Views: 3,894,181
Posted By Cali Scott

Fuji Tread

Here's my Fuji Tread. DT-Swiss XR39 wheels, Duro Ellie May tires, some other doo-dads. 23.3 lbs. with bottle cages and pedals.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-26-16, 02:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 13,123
Posted By Cali Scott

Fuji Tread 1.5 review 600 miles later

Hi Everybody!
I posted my first thoughts about my new Fuji Tread 1.5 last fall shortly after my first ride. I thought I would post this after putting a few hundred miles (about 650) on the Fuji. I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-24-15, 03:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,563
Posted By Cali Scott

Thanks Norman! Actually, my first (adult) bike...

Thanks Norman! Actually, my first (adult) bike was a 1988 Schwinn High Sierra mtb, with Tange cromo fork I bought in 1989. I got it used & since have built quite a few bikes from framesets, including...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-23-15, 09:05 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,563
Posted By Cali Scott

Fuji Tread 1.5 first ride

So after reading many comparisons of sub $1000 disc brake cross/gravel bikes, I decided on the Fuji Tread 1.5. It was even easier to decide when I got it for under $600 OTD! I picked it up Wednesday...
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