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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-20, 10:59 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,104,096
Posted By Nash Deluxe

'87 Ironman Expert. The bike has been in this...

'87 Ironman Expert. The bike has been in this configuration for a couple of years(minus the tires). Finally got around to taking a a photo today after a quick test ride on the new rubber.


...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-17, 11:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,552
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Bummer. Probably a long shot, but you could try...

Bummer. Probably a long shot, but you could try contacting Gub directly (gubchina.com or maybe their facebook page) and see if they'll send you a new garmin plate. If they agree maybe you'll receive...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-17, 12:44 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,552
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Sorry to here that. Is the model you purchased...

Sorry to here that. Is the model you purchased the same as the one I posted? I received mine in retail packing with all advertised pieces included. I've mounted my Garmin hundreds of times and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-10-17, 03:52 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,104,096
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Love this thread. So many awesome bikes. Here's...

Love this thread. So many awesome bikes.
Here's my '87 Ironman Expert. Cannibalized the parts from my other roadie.

https://www.pedalroom.com/p/1987-centurion-ironman-expert-30454_14.jpg

This...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-22-17, 12:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,552
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Thanks! It's a relatively cheap/nondescript...

Thanks! It's a relatively cheap/nondescript Nashbar frame, but it cleans up nicely with the right bits.



This is exactly why I switched to combo mounts. Flipping my light mount upside down...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-21-17, 12:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,552
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Yup. I flipped it over because I prefer my light...

Yup. I flipped it over because I prefer my light mounted a bit lower. This puts the Garmin directly at bar level rather than slightly above. Just had to remove the screws and swap the Garmin/GoPro...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-17, 01:12 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 6,467
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Just ordered an Elite Race Repair Stand from...

Just ordered an Elite Race Repair Stand from Nashbar. Same price as they usually offer it, but no extra shipping charge for oversized packages. Still quite a bit cheaper than any other source.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-17, 05:51 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,552
Posted By Nash Deluxe

I've been using one for about a year now and like...

I've been using one for about a year now and like it a lot. Purchased on eBay (shipped from China) for around 20 USD. Can't tell you how well it holds a GoPro as I use mine to mount a light. It does...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-03-17, 04:41 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,419,512
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Nashbar Road ...

Nashbar Road

https://www.pedalroom.com/p/nashbar-road-34734_1.jpg

1987 Centurion Ironman Expert

https://www.pedalroom.com/p/1987-centurion-ironman-expert-30454_11.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-01-17, 09:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 6,380
Posted By Nash Deluxe

I wouldn't do it. Just not optimal. Tire profile...

I wouldn't do it. Just not optimal. Tire profile would be really bulbous. Also, folding bead tires in larger sizes are a pain to mount on a narrow rim.

I'd just fix the current set or look at...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-16, 12:47 AM
Replies: 21,340
Views: 5,207,340
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Can you provide a link to these cages? I've been...

Can you provide a link to these cages? I've been looking to replace my Profile cages after launching bottles from them a couple of times from hitting pot holes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-16, 09:42 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,556,043
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Thanks for the info and the welcome. Yes, the...

Thanks for the info and the welcome. Yes, the bike is for me. It's a 50cm frame. I'm a smaller fella.
The stem is a bit short, but I need to spend some more time in the saddle to see if it'll be a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-16, 05:18 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,556,043
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Drove out over the weekend to pick up this '87...

Drove out over the weekend to pick up this '87 Expert. Very good condition with all original components. I just need to purchase some straps and put the toe clips back on the 105 pedals.

...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-15, 12:51 AM
Replies: 21,340
Views: 5,207,340
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Elite Qubo Fluid Trainer. Return/No Box from...

Elite Qubo Fluid Trainer. Return/No Box from Performance. $120

479621
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-25-12, 08:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 362
Posted By Nash Deluxe

It'll work. The front wheel will just be a bit...

It'll work. The front wheel will just be a bit larger(8mm). If you plan on using a rear brake you'll need something with longer reach.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-05-12, 11:58 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,347
Posted By Nash Deluxe

2013 Kilo = meh. the pedals/clips seem like an...

2013 Kilo = meh. the pedals/clips seem like an improvement over whats included with other kilos, but it's still probably crapola.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-28-12, 09:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 722
Posted By Nash Deluxe

be sure to check if your bottom bracket is french...

be sure to check if your bottom bracket is french threaded
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-24-12, 10:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 569
Posted By Nash Deluxe

your tire will tell you the wheel size. check...

your tire will tell you the wheel size. check that and list it here so we know for sure whether they are 27" or 700c
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-21-12, 06:42 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,946
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Install them yourself, it's not difficult. Just...

Install them yourself, it's not difficult. Just don't make any sharp bends in the cable/housing and make sure the pads are positioned right.

40 bucks to install brakes is insane.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-20-12, 11:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 320
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Your rear tire has too much tread which makes it...

Your rear tire has too much tread which makes it hard to skid, and you're solution to this is to buy another conversion? The Peugeot will be on par with the other bikes you're looking at. Keep it and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-20-12, 09:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,946
Posted By Nash Deluxe

I also have the Tektro RL341s on my bike. The...

I also have the Tektro RL341s on my bike. The hoods on the RL341 and RL340 are the exact same, it's just the levers that are shaped differently. They feel great to me and they could be had for around...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-15-12, 07:06 PM
Replies: 149
Views: 7,204
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Is Sheldon wearing clipless birkenstocks?

Is Sheldon wearing clipless birkenstocks?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-09-12, 03:58 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,105
Posted By Nash Deluxe

i'm fairly sure the soma's are the same crankset...

i'm fairly sure the soma's are the same crankset as the iro/leader/andel, but the somas come with a fancy looking drilled chainring.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-14-11, 12:57 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,477
Posted By Nash Deluxe

the kilo tt is my all purpose bike at the moment...

the kilo tt is my all purpose bike at the moment but only because my other bike(commuter, rain bike) is out of commission. the geometry of the kilo feels great to me, but it's definitely not the best...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-12-11, 06:28 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,477
Posted By Nash Deluxe

like bigglypuff said, quite a vague question. ...

like bigglypuff said, quite a vague question.

Letting us know how/where you'll be doing the majority of your riding is a good start. Does tooling around town include commuting or are you just...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-12-11, 06:18 PM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,098,975
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Good thing you've got some gloves. Any kind of...

Good thing you've got some gloves. Any kind of moisture on the carbon-esque tape leads to major slippage. They feel great when dry though, grip well and just the right amount of padding.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-10-11, 09:38 PM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,119,069
Posted By Nash Deluxe

there is the possibility of damaging the hub...

there is the possibility of damaging the hub because rotafixing puts a lot of torque on it. just don't get carried away and you'll be fine. I'd only rotafix in an emergency situation where the proper...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-10-11, 09:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 489
Posted By Nash Deluxe

46/22 sounds fine. a freewheel helps a lot with...

46/22 sounds fine. a freewheel helps a lot with low speed maneuvering. it also allows you to easily reset your pedals to pass/hit the ball between your wheels.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-10-11, 03:30 PM
Replies: 11,193
Views: 1,386,767
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Gyeswho's bike is definitely an exception. That...

Gyeswho's bike is definitely an exception. That things a tank.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-28-11, 03:38 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 6,751
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Full fenders are a must. I used sks...

Full fenders are a must. I used sks chromo-plastics on my rain bike. I use a thinner weatherproof jacket for rain riding. Still haven't figured out what to do with wet feet besides carrying an extra...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-19-11, 01:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 457
Posted By Nash Deluxe

agreed. I have a kilo myself but the rush hour is...

agreed. I have a kilo myself but the rush hour is a great bike.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-19-11, 01:40 PM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,119,069
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Scrod, are you using the retrogression hip bag? I...

Scrod, are you using the retrogression hip bag? I need something to replace the bag I usually carry on my leisure rides(it tends to slip and dig into my shoulder sometimes).

How secure is the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-18-11, 11:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,977
Posted By Nash Deluxe

is HK Army still cool? i really hated all the AGG...

is HK Army still cool? i really hated all the AGG bs and the patterned "sandanas". For awhile, paintball just turned into a fashion show for rich kids. It's the reason I avoided speedball, been...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-18-11, 07:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,977
Posted By Nash Deluxe

derp. I used to really be into paintball and the...

derp. I used to really be into paintball and the slang was along the same lines. 14 year old kids with markers and gear costing upwards of $1500 would constantly refer to their markers as "gats"....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-18-11, 07:27 PM
Replies: 2,049
Views: 164,181
Posted By Nash Deluxe

I like your style sir. I usually feel the same...

I like your style sir. I usually feel the same way.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-18-11, 05:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,981
Posted By Nash Deluxe

regarding your original question: no. you're not...

regarding your original question: no. you're not going to feel much of a difference.

The wabi wheelset only comes in black w/ machined sidewalls
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-18-11, 04:19 PM
Replies: 2,049
Views: 164,181
Posted By Nash Deluxe

ugh. four loco.. I'm a whiskey man. Jameson...

ugh. four loco..

I'm a whiskey man. Jameson on the rocks. I love a gin and tonic but haven't had a good one in awhile.
Scotch is great too. I've been into drinking liquor straight for awhile...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-17-11, 05:02 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 364
Posted By Nash Deluxe

welcome to the forum. tip #1 to avoid being...

welcome to the forum.

tip #1 to avoid being flamed: learn how to research. this is the digital age. you'll find this skill to be invaluable.

all you need to know can be found here:...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-17-11, 04:38 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,135,771
Posted By Nash Deluxe

Today I rode to the bike shop and picked up a co2...

Today I rode to the bike shop and picked up a co2 pump and a patch kit. Debating if I should head out to Santa Monica for c.r.a.n.k.m.a.s.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-16-11, 05:49 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,664
Posted By Nash Deluxe

SPD=MTB 2-bolt style cleat. SPD-SL=Road. You said...

SPD=MTB 2-bolt style cleat. SPD-SL=Road. You said that carrying an extra pair of shoes wasn't a problem so maybe try out a road setup
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-16-11, 05:11 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,664
Posted By Nash Deluxe

shimano m520 SPDs can be had for 35 shipped. ...

shimano m520 SPDs can be had for 35 shipped.

google or search qbike/your favorite online dealers for shoes. try some shoes on at your LBS. if the LBS prices are really inflated you could just...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-16-11, 12:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 684
Posted By Nash Deluxe

If the recessed nut is short enough you can...

If the recessed nut is short enough you can insert it through the bottom of the steerer with an allen wrench and mount it from there.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-15-11, 06:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 684
Posted By Nash Deluxe

if you don't want to drill the fork you can just...

if you don't want to drill the fork you can just insert the nut through the bottom of the steerer and tighten it from there. should be fine.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-14-11, 08:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,669
Posted By Nash Deluxe

would be nice if we knew what kind of tape it...

would be nice if we knew what kind of tape it was. I find standard cork tape to be just fine. fizik microtex also feels pretty good.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-13-11, 04:28 PM
Replies: 3,906
Views: 624,993
Posted By Nash Deluxe

not sure if this has been posted before ...

not sure if this has been posted before

silver thomson elite stems, 25.4mm in 90 and 100mm.
http://www.departmentofgoods.com/thomson-thomson1-elite-stem
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-13-11, 01:23 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 908
Posted By Nash Deluxe

comfort is going to be relative to the person...

comfort is going to be relative to the person riding the bike. Personally, I commuted on riser bars for over a year and found them to be very comfortable. A 2-3 inch rise with a bit of back sweep...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-13-11, 12:57 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 784
Posted By Nash Deluxe

the 51 is the way to go. it's better to have a...

the 51 is the way to go. it's better to have a bike that's a little small rather than being too big. I'm around the same height and can usually ride anything from a 49 to a 53 comfortably. The fit of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-12-11, 10:05 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,135,771
Posted By Nash Deluxe

installed some drop bar levers and new bar tape....

installed some drop bar levers and new bar tape. feels great. just need a stem that's a bit shorter.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-12-11, 04:18 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,077
Posted By Nash Deluxe

IRO's ebay page still has a few hubs for sale. ...

IRO's ebay page still has a few hubs for sale.

http://www.ebay.com/sch/irocycle/m.html?_nkw=&_armrs=1&_from=&_ipg=&_trksid=p3686
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-10-11, 03:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,646
Posted By Nash Deluxe

like homebrewk said, test ride the options you...

like homebrewk said, test ride the options you have at your local bike shop. the schwinn and jamis are both good bikes. component quality will be in the same range. those are definitely good prices...
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