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01-14-10, 02:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 524
Posted By bcart1991

Offer him $300 for it and flip it.

Offer him $300 for it and flip it.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-07-09, 02:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 6,883
Posted By bcart1991

There are better rims out there nowadays. ...

There are better rims out there nowadays.

Kinlin
Ambrosio
Edge
IRD
etc.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-18-09, 02:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 322
Posted By bcart1991

Try asking over at weightweenies. Lots more...

Try asking over at weightweenies. Lots more weight-conscious riders, and more racers and bling too.
11-17-09, 03:48 PM
Replies: 179
Sticky Trade Thread
Views: 41,355
Posted By bcart1991

Want: Square-taper MTB crankset, old-school 7-8...

Want:
Square-taper MTB crankset, old-school 7-8 speed and the like
Similar-vintage wheels, 26"


Have:
58cm GT Force road frame/fork/HS, paint stripped and ready for custom paint
FSA SL-K road...
11-06-09, 09:57 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,785
Posted By bcart1991

For $50 each, not bad. You could probably tune...

For $50 each, not bad. You could probably tune them up and flip them for 50% profit, but the season is winding down, and prices are dropping fast. Wait until spring to sell them and you'll get a...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-09, 09:29 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 10,125
Posted By bcart1991

Diadora Ergo Carbon. A little on the wide side...

Diadora Ergo Carbon. A little on the wide side (I have narrow-ish feet), but no real complaints.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-09, 06:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 7,114
Posted By bcart1991

As long as the strap is connected, the wheel...

As long as the strap is connected, the wheel isn't going anywhere. I've driven a couple hundred miles with the rear just cinched down (not tight on the rim). No problems at all at 75 mph interstate...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-26-09, 07:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,428
Posted By bcart1991

I crashed exactly like this a few weeks ago. ...

I crashed exactly like this a few weeks ago. Your QR wasn't tight enough.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-09, 08:46 AM
Replies: 186
Views: 14,548
Posted By bcart1991

I would hate to see the OP walk into a Ferrari...

I would hate to see the OP walk into a Ferrari dealer or, as one poster stated, the real estate listings in Manhattan...
04-21-09, 02:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 4,577
Posted By bcart1991

I'm just now finishing off a bottle I bought back...

I'm just now finishing off a bottle I bought back in the mid-'90s. Seems to be working well.
04-17-09, 12:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,092
Posted By bcart1991

The tacky overgrips ($3-5 for 3-4) are very thin...

The tacky overgrips ($3-5 for 3-4) are very thin and will not last long. A full replacement grip ($5 each) might last longer, maybe 50% or so. Getting a real leather grip would be your best bet,...
Forum: Triathlon
04-14-09, 07:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 18,070
Posted By bcart1991

Aero bars + extensions Fast-forward seat post ...

Aero bars + extensions
Fast-forward seat post
Tune brakes/derailleurs for the new cables

...and you're done

If you're looking for a completely new bike, it can be done on a budget, but...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-26-09, 08:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 426
Posted By bcart1991

This. 3/2.5 titanium alloy contains 3%...

This.

3/2.5 titanium alloy contains 3% aluminum and 2.5% vanadium. 6/4 titanium alloy contains 6$ and 4%, respectively.

Scandium is also alloyed, but the other way around, IIRC (small...
Forum: Triathlon
02-15-09, 09:35 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,514
Posted By bcart1991

I get the same thing. People I know REFUSE to eat...

I get the same thing. People I know REFUSE to eat certain things b/c they're "trying to lose weight." Have fun not enjoying meals...

I eat whatever I want, just a little less of it. Most days...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-09, 09:24 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,900
Posted By bcart1991

Didn't Mavic do this about a decade or so ago?

Didn't Mavic do this about a decade or so ago?
02-14-09, 01:41 PM
Replies: 7,147
Views: 556,955
Posted By bcart1991

Have: 1x 700c 28h Sun Mistral track rim (no...

Have:

1x 700c 28h Sun Mistral track rim (no brake track)
2x 650c 32h track rims (no brake track) - no labels, but look exactly like Sun Mistral
Fuji/Quando 32h Shimano rear road hub
Dura Ace...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-09, 07:21 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,080
Posted By bcart1991

If it's under warranty, he should either resolve...

If it's under warranty, he should either resolve the problem or get a replacement BB.
04-16-08, 06:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,049
Posted By bcart1991

I'm 220 and have 28/20 Deep-Vs. No problems at...

I'm 220 and have 28/20 Deep-Vs. No problems at all in a year-ish of ownership.

www.cambriabike.com (http://www.cambriabike.com) usually has a wide selection of Velocity rims. Open Pro should work...
04-16-08, 06:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 774
Posted By bcart1991

Price Point has their cork and gel tape on sale...

Price Point has their cork and gel tape on sale for $4 and $5, respectively.

Stock up or get more stuff (they're having a pretty big sale currently) and the shipping charge won't kill the deal.
Forum: Triathlon
04-06-08, 04:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 716
Posted By bcart1991

That's awesome you were out there after a major...

That's awesome you were out there after a major surgery! I'll be doing a couple sprint tris this summer. Really looking forward to it.

It's a good hurt, right? Right? ;)
04-05-08, 10:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 737
Posted By bcart1991

Try www.beginnertriathlete.com...

Try www.beginnertriathlete.com (http://www.beginnertriathlete.com)

Lots of free plans, a forum for advice and such, it's a pretty active site. I plan on doing 2-3 sprints this summer as well. I...
04-05-08, 10:46 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 4,637
Posted By bcart1991

Mr. Az, Your insurance company needs better...

Mr. Az,

Your insurance company needs better lawyers.

Sincerely,

Mr. Kotter
Forum: Triathlon
04-05-08, 08:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,262
Posted By bcart1991

I sold a perfect Peloton FRAME & FORK for $400...

I sold a perfect Peloton FRAME & FORK for $400 back in '01. Looked exactly like the one in hammerdog's link.

If it has the little "853" sticker, and is in good shape, I would be all over it.
04-04-08, 03:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 407
Posted By bcart1991

Send it to me. I have the perfect fork for it. ...

Send it to me. I have the perfect fork for it. ;)
Forum: Triathlon
04-01-08, 05:56 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 834
Posted By bcart1991

I have some Syntace with integrated, non-folding...

I have some Syntace with integrated, non-folding armrests that are pretty beefy.

They might be available soon.
04-01-08, 05:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 759
Posted By bcart1991

I need to call Mavic and talk with their...

I need to call Mavic and talk with their engineers.

For some reason, their older Cosmic Expert wheels will simply not hold the weight of a BMW 3 Series applied laterally to the rim.

Do you...
03-31-08, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 449
Posted By bcart1991

Looks like it allows you to use a 6-bolt disc on...

Looks like it allows you to use a 6-bolt disc on a Formula disc hub.
Forum: Triathlon
03-31-08, 08:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 500
Posted By bcart1991

Awesome. I'm about 2 years out from my 2nd...

Awesome.

I'm about 2 years out from my 2nd ACL (one each side) reconstruction (first was in '04). Each time was almost a year before I was running comfortably. Looking forward to my first...
Forum: Triathlon
03-28-08, 05:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 745
Posted By bcart1991

I have one. Got it off ebay, $30 shipped. Kinda...

I have one. Got it off ebay, $30 shipped. Kinda pricey, but it's completely modular for cleaning.

It is most certainly not a scam.

It's a helluva workout for your lungs, if you follow the...
03-25-08, 07:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 915
Posted By bcart1991

I plan on doing a few sprints this summer. ...

I plan on doing a few sprints this summer.

That said, I hate running.

That is all.
03-18-08, 08:09 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 796
Posted By bcart1991

Ebay/craigslist will be your best bet. That or...

Ebay/craigslist will be your best bet. That or mtbr.com classifieds, some deals can be had there.

Other than that...

Nashbar has a Reynolds 853 frame for $275-300. Price Point has a few...
03-18-08, 08:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 574
Posted By bcart1991

Hacksaw Jim Duggan lived in my home town for a...

Hacksaw Jim Duggan lived in my home town for a while.

Oh the days of Mid-South Wrestling on Sunday mornings...
03-17-08, 07:56 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 574
Posted By bcart1991

http://coveypro.com/images/roster/jakeroberts.jpg

http://coveypro.com/images/roster/jakeroberts.jpg
03-11-08, 03:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 748
Posted By bcart1991

Nashbar and/or PricePoint should have what you...

Nashbar and/or PricePoint should have what you need.
03-08-08, 05:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,033
Posted By bcart1991

The front is a Mavic Cosmic Expert circa 1997. ...

The front is a Mavic Cosmic Expert circa 1997. No clue what the rear is.

Those Mavics were strong as hell, I had a set or about 6 years.
03-08-08, 12:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,946
Posted By bcart1991

Very nice. Interesting to see how it holds...

Very nice.

Interesting to see how it holds up.
03-08-08, 12:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,354
Posted By bcart1991

Not the lightest, but they are strong. I...

Not the lightest, but they are strong.

I was 230lbs when I got my Zipp/Deep-V wheelset, 220 lbs now. I have not had to true them even once.

20h front, 28h rear. I love em.
Forum: Triathlon
03-05-08, 10:43 PM
Replies: 780
Views: 427,684
Posted By bcart1991

Some filth flarn clean bikes in this thread. ...

Some filth flarn clean bikes in this thread.

Here's mine, should be complete in the next week or so:

http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v123/bcart1991/Bike%20pics/TribBuildinprogress.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-08, 10:28 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,992
Posted By bcart1991

This thread makes me lol. I have one...

This thread makes me lol.

I have one Specialized bottle that I MIGHT have washed 5 times in 10 years. Seriously. Best bottle ever.

However, I only put water in it. That's all I put in any...
03-05-08, 10:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 507
Posted By bcart1991

I have a Rock Shox Dart in excellent condition...

I have a Rock Shox Dart in excellent condition that I'm not using. No headset though.

Interested?
Forum: Triathlon
03-04-08, 10:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,706
Posted By bcart1991

Profile bullhorn base bar, Syntace single-bend...

Profile bullhorn base bar, Syntace single-bend extensions.

They were cheap.
02-29-08, 06:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 822
Posted By bcart1991

Yeah, I was gonna say the elixir probabyl has...

Yeah, I was gonna say the elixir probabyl has less sugar. And tastes worse.

The Camelbak ones are awful. I'll stick with water.
02-28-08, 09:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 622
Posted By bcart1991

I'm training for a couple sprint triathlons this...

I'm training for a couple sprint triathlons this spring and summer.

Should be fun.

Should hurt. :D
02-28-08, 09:16 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 695
Posted By bcart1991

You know, they could almost pass for Southerners....

You know, they could almost pass for Southerners.

Almost...

;)
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-08, 10:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 653
Posted By bcart1991

+1 on Maxxis I have a pair of Xephyrs that...

+1 on Maxxis

I have a pair of Xephyrs that have orange stripes.
02-26-08, 09:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 695
Posted By bcart1991

Kudos to Park Tools

The telescopic tube clamp on my PCS-9 recently cracked, much to my dismay.

Hit up the Park site to inquire about a replacement, sent off the email about availability, cost, etc.

Next...
02-26-08, 09:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 992
Posted By bcart1991

Good on them.

Good on them.
02-25-08, 10:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,279
Posted By bcart1991

My LBS advised me against eggbeaters. Said...

My LBS advised me against eggbeaters. Said they've had several pair come back broken in the last year or so. They recommended Time pedals for MTB. I trust their judgement, as they are all former...
Forum: Triathlon
02-25-08, 10:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,066
Posted By bcart1991

I have Look Keo Sprint or Classic, I can't...

I have Look Keo Sprint or Classic, I can't remember.

All I know is that I like them and the pedals work. I use the zero-float cleats, fwiw.
02-25-08, 09:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 417
Posted By bcart1991

Aren't the Velocity guys over there in Oz? Maybe...

Aren't the Velocity guys over there in Oz? Maybe they have something you can use?

I take it there's no Aussie branch of ebay?
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