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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-20, 01:19 PM
Replies: 2,676
Views: 1,136,242
Posted By Fogre

So I read the initial post about decoding Nishiki...

So I read the initial post about decoding Nishiki serial numbers, but without going through all 70+ pages, I just wanted to check if there was any more info about decoding pre-1975 numbers. What I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-15, 10:06 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,417
Posted By Fogre

Ha, you do have a point. Perhaps "employee"...

Ha, you do have a point. Perhaps "employee" would have been the better descriptor, since I believe he watches the shop and does basic repairs when the owner isn't in.

I may try to check a few...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-15, 05:30 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,417
Posted By Fogre

In their defense, they are a small-town LBS that...

In their defense, they are a small-town LBS that mainly works on Wal-Mart cruisers and mountain bikes... But I was afraid this might be the case; I was certain there was some way besides a truing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-15, 04:12 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,417
Posted By Fogre

A Wheel Issue or a Frame Issue?

Some info up front:

Frame: Lynskey Peloton, size L
Wheel: Bicycle Wheel Warehouse "Pure" Brand; rear is 32 hole 3 cross, DT Swiss double-butted spokes. I believe they're standard 14/15/14 gauge...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-07-15, 10:30 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,172
Posted By Fogre

Non-Carbon Fork Options to Match a Titanium Frame?

Does anyone run something other than a carbon fork with their titanium frames? I have a Lynskey Peloton currently running an Enve 2.0, but I've been interested in a matching titanium or even a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-15, 05:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,959
Posted By Fogre

Just a friendly bump in the hope that someone out...

Just a friendly bump in the hope that someone out there has some feedback on this fork... In particular, I'm wondering how it would compare to an Enve 2.0.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-15, 09:58 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 6,228
Posted By Fogre

I find it interesting that Wound-Up recommends...

I find it interesting that Wound-Up recommends replacing their forks after 8 years (or 40,000 miles):

FAQ on Carbon Fiber Bike Forks From Wound Up Composites, SLC...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-15, 10:18 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,959
Posted By Fogre

I've recently become interested in this fork as...

I've recently become interested in this fork as well, but information on it isn't easy to find. I'm currently waiting on a reply from Dean, but surely there are a few out there in use that someone...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-18-15, 05:43 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 26,262
Posted By Fogre

I got a reply from Fuji on the Elios 2 tubing: ...

I got a reply from Fuji on the Elios 2 tubing:

Thank you for contacting us. The Elios 2 is our Cr-Mo blend. This is a cold drawn and custom butted steel. These frames use two different wall...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-18-15, 05:02 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 26,262
Posted By Fogre

I'd heard of All-City, but wasn't familiar with...

I'd heard of All-City, but wasn't familiar with any of their offerings... The Big Block looks and sounds exactly what I'm after...except for the price tag.
>_<
I don't know that I can float that...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-17-15, 04:34 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 26,262
Posted By Fogre

Thank you everyone, this is just the type of info...

Thank you everyone, this is just the type of info I'm looking for.

The Wabi is probably a close second to the Feather right now, to be honest... Just to throw another one into the mix, does anyone...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-17-15, 10:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 26,262
Posted By Fogre

Fuji Feather vs Bianchi Pista vs Kona Paddy Wagon vs...

I've been shopping around for a decent single speed (still not fond of fixed...) in the sub-$800 range, and as I'm sure everyone here knows, the options seem limitless... However, there are a few I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-14, 08:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,618
Posted By Fogre

For me it started years ago with a "popping" I...

For me it started years ago with a "popping" I would feel in my right foot between my 3rd and 4th toe (big toe being toe #1 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) ). The...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-14, 06:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 5,618
Posted By Fogre

Best Platform Pedals for Road Use (Redux?)

I noticed there have been similar threads in the past, but they're a few years old, and with a small revival in non-clipless pedals going on, I figured it'd be worth it to visit again...

What I've...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-14, 12:48 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,250
Posted By Fogre

I use a Garmin Edge 200, which doesn't have a...

I use a Garmin Edge 200, which doesn't have a barometer, but is supposed to be corrected by their known elevation maps whenever I load the ride up on Garmin Connect. I just checked, and it looks...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-14, 06:11 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 7,250
Posted By Fogre

Wow... I don't think I've ever done more than...

Wow... I don't think I've ever done more than 900' of climbing in a single ride. The highest elevation point within 50 miles of me is only 1000 feet above sea level, and the base of the hill starts...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-14, 05:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,343
Posted By Fogre

I have a used Bones 2 that my wife and I have...

I have a used Bones 2 that my wife and I have been using for 2 years now, no problems. I would say you could bend the clips without much trouble, just take it slow and easy. I haven't looked at...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-14, 12:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 526
Posted By Fogre

Thanks guys; I'll shop around and see what I can...

Thanks guys; I'll shop around and see what I can find. At least a low-end FD is easy enough to cheaply replace.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-14, 06:09 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 526
Posted By Fogre

Changing Out RapidFire Shifters for Brifters...

Hi all, I'm looking at changing my wife's Raleigh Alysa FT1 flat handlebar to a drop bar... It has RapidFire shifters and an Alivio 8-speed rear derailleur with an Altus triple up front. Does anyone...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-14, 11:04 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,235
Posted By Fogre

I've been eyeballing these for a few years now,...

I've been eyeballing these for a few years now, and have come to the conclusion there's a good chance I'd go with them when my SRAM Apex brifters wear out/break. I don't ride cyclocross, I just like...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-14, 08:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,340
Posted By Fogre

My first road bike was a Fuji Newest 3.0, an '06...

My first road bike was a Fuji Newest 3.0, an '06 model, I believe. Back then it had all Sora, except for maybe the hubs, and an aluminum fork. It rode a bit harsh compared to the used '97 Schwinn...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-14, 08:54 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 15,189
Posted By Fogre

You may be right, but from a consumer standpoint,...

You may be right, but from a consumer standpoint, a company instills more confidence in their product when they freely give hard and fast recommendations like this. Not only does it give clear...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-14, 06:17 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 15,189
Posted By Fogre

Thank you everyone for your replies, I appreciate...

Thank you everyone for your replies, I appreciate it!

The Ritchey fork I was looking at is indeed the UD Carbon Road. I figured it was the closest comparison to the ENVE forks, though the Pro...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-14, 08:49 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 15,189
Posted By Fogre

Advice: ENVE 2.0 or Ritchey WCS Carbon? (And a Schwalbe tire question...)

I'm in the process of putting together a new bike, and have been asking a lot of questions, so thank you again to all who have been helping me out!

My LBS prefers Ritchey components, as they say...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-31-14, 06:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,003
Posted By Fogre

Thanks for the reply; it's been a bit difficult...

Thanks for the reply; it's been a bit difficult trying to find an answer. My original thought was that sticking with black would be the safer bet, as the headset is anodized and I'm assuming the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-30-14, 12:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,003
Posted By Fogre

Does a Chris King Red Headset Match a Lynskey Headbadge?

Just curious about this... I don't have my new Lynskey frame yet, so I don't have it on-hand to compare the red in the head badge, nor do I have any Chris King red parts, so I thought I'd ask here......
Forum: Road Cycling
01-24-14, 06:09 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,079
Posted By Fogre

This is a wheelset that I had been looking at...

This is a wheelset that I had been looking at also, since their entire lineup seems to come highly recommended. I'm 6'1", 220 lbs, though, and a 20 spoke rear at my weight just seems like begging...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-14, 08:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 16,431
Posted By Fogre

I realize they are all quite different, so I...

I realize they are all quite different, so I suppose I'm really asking for opinions, comparisons, personal experiences, etc...

As far as uses and what I'm looking for in a hub: road riding only,...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-15-14, 06:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 16,431
Posted By Fogre

DT Swiss 350 Hubs vs Velocity Race Hubs

Hi all; long time reader, first time poster...

The reason I finally decided to make an account and post is because I can't seem to find much information on Velocity Race hubs. I'm looking to have...
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