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Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-11, 12:20 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 13,701
Posted By sheba

Glacier National Park ...

Glacier National Park

http://img830.imageshack.us/img830/5576/biketrip53m.jpg
07-03-11, 11:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,351
Posted By sheba

Yeah, I see you can get cheap small tools. I...

Yeah, I see you can get cheap small tools. I just think it's lame shimano had to not use a standard hex key hole.
07-03-11, 01:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,351
Posted By sheba

What 2 dollar shimano plastic one?

What 2 dollar shimano plastic one?
07-03-11, 11:09 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,351
Posted By sheba

Nope, the star pattern is not a standard torx...

Nope, the star pattern is not a standard torx size. It's a proprietary shimano thing. There are only two tools out there for it: Park BBT-9 and Park BBT-10.
...
07-03-11, 10:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,351
Posted By sheba

It would be useful to be able to preload one's...

It would be useful to be able to preload one's bottom bracket with only a multi-tool.
07-03-11, 10:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,351
Posted By sheba

hollowtech fixing bolts with hex heads?

Are there such things anywhere as hollowtech fixing bolts with hex heads instead of that stupid shimano star pattern?

http://www.universalcycles.com/images//attributes/large/36817.jpg
08-30-09, 12:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 424
Posted By sheba

Uniglide removal tool? Are you talking about a...

Uniglide removal tool? Are you talking about a chainwhip?
Is this a cassette here or a thread on freewheel?
Forum: Commuting
08-26-09, 02:21 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,577
Posted By sheba

I find myself annoyed at this situation alot. I...

I find myself annoyed at this situation alot. I guess I've analyzed my feelings on a social-political level, but this line of reasoning makes sense to me. I usually just wait them out; why be in a...
Forum: Commuting
08-25-09, 12:02 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,291
Posted By sheba

Oh I love riding in the rain/snow/whatever...

Oh I love riding in the rain/snow/whatever inclement weather. Lets be honest though, after a couple solid hours of riding in a hard rain, I don't care what kind of super gore-tex shell you're...
08-24-09, 08:22 PM
Replies: 312
Views: 160,125
Posted By sheba

Where: Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Population...

Where: Eau Claire, Wisconsin. Population 65,000. We have nice cold snowy winters and usually hot/humid summers.

What: A couple bikes. One fixed gear/singlespeed with full fenders and rack for...
08-24-09, 12:11 PM
Replies: 1,634
Views: 80,152
Posted By sheba

Every time I check this thread out, I end up...

Every time I check this thread out, I end up getting so annoyed.
08-11-09, 08:51 PM
Replies: 941
Views: 557,840
Posted By sheba

About a year ago I stumbled upon this bike on the...

About a year ago I stumbled upon this bike on the web. This bike is made by Project Rwanda (http://projectrwanda.org/cargo-bike) and has already been distributed to several thousand coffee farmers...
Forum: Touring
07-26-09, 02:05 PM
Replies: 4,817
Views: 2,611,402
Posted By sheba

My fully loaded Coffee Bike in Glacier National...

My fully loaded Coffee Bike in Glacier National Park this summer.

http://img149.imageshack.us/img149/8979/coffeebikeloganpass.jpg
02-04-09, 05:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,539
Posted By sheba

Well, the xtracycle bags only have the 3 straps...

Well, the xtracycle bags only have the 3 straps going around the bag as well. A lot of the load is definitely on the middle strap over the front. I don't think it should be an issue though. I did...
02-03-09, 01:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,539
Posted By sheba

Well, I received more webbing yesterday and...

Well, I received more webbing yesterday and finished up the first bag. The final product is definitely sweet.

http://img12.imageshack.us/img12/75/bagcompletempm7.jpg...
01-26-09, 10:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,539
Posted By sheba

So I've got a prototype bag nearly completed ,...

So I've got a prototype bag nearly completed , but I ran out of webbing and tri-glides for the moment. For my first attempt at sewing heavy cordura and nylon webbing and such, the prototype is...
01-26-09, 04:45 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,539
Posted By sheba

Yeah, I plan on bringing along a 24tooth for...

Yeah, I plan on bringing along a 24tooth for mountain passes and such.
01-26-09, 12:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,539
Posted By sheba

Part number BR9121. You can check it out in QBP...

Part number BR9121. You can check it out in QBP here (http://harriscyclery.net/page.cfm?PageID=49&action=details&sku=BR9121).

The hose clamps that came with it were junk.
01-20-09, 09:48 PM
Replies: 941
Views: 557,840
Posted By sheba

http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/8758/coffeebike...

http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/8758/coffeebikecomplete2mra6.jpg (http://img170.imageshack.us/img170/1243/coffeebikecomplete2de3.jpg)

The Coffee Bike
01-20-09, 07:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,539
Posted By sheba

new Coffee Bike - longtail

http://img242.imageshack.us/img242/8758/coffeebikecomplete2mra6.jpg (http://img170.imageshack.us/img170/1243/coffeebikecomplete2de3.jpg)

About a year ago I was checking out cargo bikes on the...
12-05-08, 12:59 AM
Replies: 701
Views: 149,946
Posted By sheba

Last night through this morning. 10 degrees F...

Last night through this morning. 10 degrees F and light snowfall.
Windproof beanie, helmet, t-shirt, wool sweater, Columbia jacket outer softshell, tights, Dickies, thick wool socks, cycling shoes...
09-26-08, 04:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,823
Posted By sheba

One cause of this could be the actual frame. Is...

One cause of this could be the actual frame. Is the bottom bracket exactly centered? Or maybe someone faced the bottom bracket improperly and took more material off one side than the other....
08-24-08, 09:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,902
Posted By sheba

It wouldn't be bad. I've never used it. You...

It wouldn't be bad. I've never used it. You should try it and tell us how well it works.
08-21-08, 11:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 590
Posted By sheba

The problem probably has nothing to do with you...

The problem probably has nothing to do with you QR skewer. Is your BB7 caliper set pretty tight before the ride? Is it rubbing slightly before the ride? This may cause it to heat up and expand....
08-21-08, 10:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 969
Posted By sheba

I throw my bike in the living room and ride it...

I throw my bike in the living room and ride it tomorrow.
Forum: Great Lakes
05-01-08, 10:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 703
Posted By sheba

Valleycat Race in Eau Claire May 10

If anyone is around mid-western Wisconsin on May 10th, they should check out the Valleycat in Eau Claire. My friend and I have organized previous races in Eau Claire which were all successes and...
Forum: Touring
03-12-08, 05:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,974
Posted By sheba

Yeah, the Surly seems solid, but the thing I...

Yeah, the Surly seems solid, but the thing I don't like about it is that you pretty much have to buy the Xtracycle rack system. The Coffee bike seems more versatile in that you could rig it up...
Forum: Touring
03-12-08, 05:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,974
Posted By sheba

Anyone use long cargo bikes?

I was checking these out the other day, and the concept is growing on me. You could haul alot of stuff, including another bike! Some guys are doing a fully offroad tour of North and South America...
04-26-07, 03:39 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 90,916
Posted By sheba

I can't really play favorites with my bikes, they...

I can't really play favorites with my bikes, they are all awesome in their own ways.

The commuter.
http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u77/5heba/commuter.jpg

The singletrack speeder....
04-26-07, 03:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 613
Posted By sheba

Surly tugnut.

Surly tugnut.
04-25-07, 09:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 613
Posted By sheba

my new Trail or Park (awesome)

Finally got all the parts in the other day.
It was love on first ride.
full specs (http://sheba.atspace.com/bikes/tp.html)

http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u77/5heba/tp.jpg
...
04-25-07, 09:03 PM
Replies: 3,459
Views: 443,377
Posted By sheba

The Trail or Park is finally completed!!! ...

The Trail or Park is finally completed!!!
http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u77/5heba/tp.jpg

My singletrack speeder.
http://i165.photobucket.com/albums/u77/5heba/puss.jpg

The road worker....
01-04-07, 04:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 508
Posted By sheba

nobody huh?

nobody huh?
01-03-07, 03:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 508
Posted By sheba

bmx cranks and BBs

Ok, so I'm planning to build up a new dirt jumper/urban bike sometime soon (tax refund time). Right now I'm not quite sure on a frame, but the Transition Trail or Park...
12-11-06, 03:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 641
Posted By sheba

Thanks dudes. Just chillin here watching bike...

Thanks dudes. Just chillin here watching bike vids.
Ankle is on the up and up, but still not ridable.
12-10-06, 05:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 641
Posted By sheba

a bummer of a day

So I usually injure myself while riding at least one good time a year. But today it came on foot.
Somehow, I managed to sprain my ankle on a patch of wet grass while walking through it. (Note:...
12-08-06, 04:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 740
Posted By sheba

That's too bad about your biking buds. My...

That's too bad about your biking buds. My friends are always down for a ride. The more challenging, the better. Just gotta dress for the occation.
12-07-06, 05:17 PM
Replies: 701
Views: 149,946
Posted By sheba

head: mountain hardwear windstop fleece cap,...

head: mountain hardwear windstop fleece cap, seirus face mask, helmet

hands: generic mittens w/added ducktape windbarrier

torso: t-shirt, polypro longsleave shirt, generic sweatshirt, columbia...
11-29-06, 02:34 PM
Replies: 3,459
Views: 443,377
Posted By sheba

Thanks man. got it from cars-r-coffins...

Thanks man.
got it from cars-r-coffins (http://www.carsrcoffins.com/) for only a buck!
11-29-06, 02:23 PM
Replies: 3,459
Views: 443,377
Posted By sheba

jump http://sheba.atspace.com/bikepics/stp.JPG ...

jump
http://sheba.atspace.com/bikepics/stp.JPG
ride
http://sheba.atspace.com/bikepics/puss.JPG
work
http://sheba.atspace.com/bikepics/comuter.JPG
08-29-06, 03:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,124
Posted By sheba

Alright, to answer everyone's questions at once: ...

Alright, to answer everyone's questions at once:
Nope, there is no grease on the contacting surfaces.
Yes, there is about 3mm of space between the top of the steerer tube and the stem.
The star...
08-28-06, 09:15 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,124
Posted By sheba

Yeah, everything checks out completely. I've...

Yeah, everything checks out completely. I've examined all the bearing surfaces for signs of wear or damage as well.
As far as lateral alignment of the stem, the stem always stays aligned with the...
08-28-06, 08:18 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,124
Posted By sheba

And yes, the bolts are inserted correctly. The...

And yes, the bolts are inserted correctly.
The headset is properly preloaded before the stem is tightened.
08-28-06, 08:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,124
Posted By sheba

Hmmm, are you just saying that or do you actually...

Hmmm, are you just saying that or do you actually have some real-world example/ experience?
08-28-06, 07:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,159
Posted By sheba

XC endurance solo is where it's at. In...

XC endurance solo is where it's at. In particular, SS solo.
Trials is amazing as well.
08-28-06, 06:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,124
Posted By sheba

No stem will grip my steerer tube

I've tried 3 stems, but after a rough ride my headset is always loose.

The bike: brand new Bianchi PUSS, new CKing headset, new rigid steel fork.
The frame and fork were all properly faced. The...
08-24-06, 04:41 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 897
Posted By sheba

Me too: I recently got a SS rigid (Bianchi...

Me too: I recently got a SS rigid (Bianchi PUSS), and I'm loving it on the trails. After two years of racing w/gears and a front shock, I have my first SS race this Sunday. We'll see how it...
07-30-06, 06:06 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,324
Posted By sheba

I hate it when you're out drinkin somewhere and...

I hate it when you're out drinkin somewhere and you're just about to go and hit on some hot chick and then she pulls out a cig and lights it up. Total turnoff.
07-28-06, 04:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 626
Posted By sheba

adjusting/servicing a Hadley hub

I swear I've seen this somewhere on the forums, but can't seem to find it now. Does anyone know what is required to adjust the preload on rear hadley hubs?
07-24-06, 07:53 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,229
Posted By sheba

I used to really suck at bunnyhopping, until I...

I used to really suck at bunnyhopping, until I got my STP. Now, I ride alot of urban stuff, and work on skills everyday. Funny though, I can bunnyhop a good 2 feet with platforms, but can hardly...
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