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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-14-12, 09:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,042
Posted By uvbears

Wabi

Wabi
Forum: Commuting
01-29-12, 02:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 611
Posted By uvbears

Ok. I probably will stick with the stock wheels...

Ok. I probably will stick with the stock wheels on my cross check. Only really thinking of changing because I can get a really good deal on the Easton's.

Would the Easton's be a better wheel then...
Forum: Commuting
01-29-12, 01:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 611
Posted By uvbears

Ok. I kinda thought that. What do you think,...

Ok. I kinda thought that. What do you think, circuits vs bontragers ssr?
Forum: Commuting
01-29-12, 10:26 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 611
Posted By uvbears

Easton circuit clinchers for commuting ?

Hi, I can pick up a new pair of east circuit clinchers for cheap. The link has some info about them but is not where I am getting them.

http://www.ebikewarehouse.com/eastoncircuit.htm



My...
Forum: Commuting
12-20-11, 07:19 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,920
Posted By uvbears

I have a pair. They are better then normal jeans...

I have a pair. They are better then normal jeans for riding. Not as good as some other fabrics but I have put plenty of miles on them comfortably. Oh, and I don't know what everyone cosidersm"skinny"...
Forum: Southern California
05-11-11, 08:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 811
Posted By uvbears

May want to look in the regional discussion forum.

May want to look in the regional discussion forum.
Forum: Northern California
05-10-11, 04:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 419
Posted By uvbears

thx 531

thx 531
Forum: Northern California
05-09-11, 03:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 419
Posted By uvbears

cool, blazing saddles sounds good. thx

cool, blazing saddles sounds good.
thx
Forum: Northern California
05-09-11, 01:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 419
Posted By uvbears

visiting SF, need some recommendations

Hey folks, I am visiting SF this summer (june or july) and i need some advice.

can anyone recommend a hotel? I don't need anything fancy, location is more important then the room or amenities.
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-11, 06:08 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,233
Posted By uvbears

i dont have any loylaty to tubes...whatever is...

i dont have any loylaty to tubes...whatever is cheaper at the time is for me. i recentley switched to garto skins and they have worked well...however, i also have used cheap kendras and some mid...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-06-11, 02:12 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,233
Posted By uvbears

cool, let us know what you think about those...

cool, let us know what you think about those wabis. for the price i was shocked at how nice, light and true they have been for me.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-05-11, 09:23 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,233
Posted By uvbears

Imop these are hard to beat ...

Imop these are hard to beat
http://www.wabicycles.com/GXwheels.html

Pretty light and at 150 for a pair they are hard to beat
Forum: Commuting
05-05-11, 09:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,066
Posted By uvbears

thx jeffs, i guess i should read more...

thx jeffs, i guess i should read more carefully..as for using diffrent brake levers, i was think about something like this. although the the poster is using the nitto mustache bars..maybe I will go...
Forum: Commuting
05-04-11, 04:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,066
Posted By uvbears

cool, thx guys... i hear ya on trying...

cool, thx guys...

i hear ya on trying another stem, maybe a adjustable one but i really want some sparrow type bars. i was riding a friends bike who had a similar et up and i really enjoyed it.
...
Forum: Commuting
05-04-11, 02:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,066
Posted By uvbears

modifications to my surly cross check, need help

Hey folks, I want to make some modifications to my cross check. I have been using my cross check as my around town, grocery getter (speed is not a concern) and all around fun tooling around bike....
Forum: Living Car Free
05-03-11, 08:15 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,865
Posted By uvbears

i like the creativity but i think there are much...

i like the creativity but i think there are much simpler alternatives that would work just as well (or better) and cost less to implement.

I think re-structuring traffic flows to accommodate the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-24-11, 08:31 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,658
Posted By uvbears

my only complaint with the retro straps is that...

my only complaint with the retro straps is that they are a bit bulky, and i found them tougher to get in. although that is mostly due to the platoform pedals that i am using, they dont have tabs to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-24-11, 08:28 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,555
Posted By uvbears

i really like them for my ss. i dont ride fix,...

i really like them for my ss. i dont ride fix, so cant help there.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-22-11, 09:01 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,870
Posted By uvbears

520 is jsut rebrabded 4130, no diffrence. go...

520 is jsut rebrabded 4130, no diffrence.

go with the killo and use the extra money to upgrade some parts. prob the best option.
Forum: Commuting
04-21-11, 08:32 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,834
Posted By uvbears

Take a look at the ***** tonk Inc from kona. Nice...

Take a look at the ***** tonk Inc from kona. Nice ride there
Forum: Commuting
04-20-11, 06:17 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,064
Posted By uvbears

I would try to persuade you from a 29 er...

I would try to persuade you from a 29 er personally. The extra heft wil make the hills tougher. Also they are less fun in a urban setting. I would look at a cross bike. You could put some 28s on...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-19-11, 09:25 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,147
Posted By uvbears

I second the wabi wheels

I second the wabi wheels
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-15-11, 01:41 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 6,571
Posted By uvbears

http://www.wabicycles.com/pedal_options.html ...

http://www.wabicycles.com/pedal_options.html

i really like the pair at the top of the page.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-11, 07:59 PM
Replies: 639
Views: 49,487
Posted By uvbears

Gilmatic, great shot, what type of lens are you...

Gilmatic, great shot, what type of lens are you using here ?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-11, 12:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 754
Posted By uvbears

cool, thx

cool, thx
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-11, 10:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 754
Posted By uvbears

what does float mean?

what does float mean?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-11, 09:13 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 21,555
Posted By uvbears

i got a watts in xxl and it fits, but just...

i got a watts in xxl and it fits, but just barley. had trouble finding it and could not find the xxxl so I just went with the double. it fits better with the summer insert (basball cap visor) as...
Forum: Commuting
04-09-11, 10:53 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 23,035
Posted By uvbears

I bought a metal cup with screw on lid and sturdy...

I bought a metal cup with screw on lid and sturdy sipper from Starbucks that fits snuggly in my normal bottle holder. Works well
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-30-11, 12:24 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,727
Posted By uvbears

i second gator skins. pretty fast, good...

i second gator skins. pretty fast, good traction, good flat resistance...also, i found them very easy to get on and off.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-29-11, 12:13 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,300
Posted By uvbears

I got my lightning last week. I have been riding...

I got my lightning last week. I have been riding it a bunch, its a blast. all stock but for the seatpost. here are a few pics

...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-24-11, 09:52 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,300
Posted By uvbears

Batavus, do you have a parts break down? ...

Batavus, do you have a parts break down?

thx for chiming in
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-23-11, 12:31 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,300
Posted By uvbears

ill look into the fizik thx basically i...

ill look into the fizik thx

basically i love brooks but want to save some weight on this one. so i am kinda lost if i cant use a brook!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-23-11, 10:59 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,300
Posted By uvbears

talking about saddles....anythoughts a on good...

talking about saddles....anythoughts a on good lightweight road saddle that deos not requre padded shorts to be comfy?

i dont want to go the brooks route on this one...any recs?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-21-11, 09:15 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,300
Posted By uvbears

Now it's heating up

Now it's heating up
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-21-11, 02:49 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,300
Posted By uvbears

Nice to have someone chime in that has the bike....

Nice to have someone chime in that has the bike. How long have you had it? Any pics?
Change it up at all from the stock offering beyond seat post?


Thx
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-20-11, 07:08 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,300
Posted By uvbears

ok, so i just ordered one these bad boys. richard...

ok, so i just ordered one these bad boys. richard was very helpful as people mentioned. bike is supposed to go out tomorrow. really excited to get it.

is any one familiar with the kalloy sp-248D...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-18-11, 12:45 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,300
Posted By uvbears

i am surprised about how few ride the...

i am surprised about how few ride the wabi's...cant find anything on them..


if i am looking for a single speed bike, very light weight that can handle front and rear brakes, can yall give mea...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-17-11, 09:08 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,300
Posted By uvbears

anymore info on the wabi? pics, further reviews?...

anymore info on the wabi? pics, further reviews?

there is very little on this bike and i am interested!

thx
uv
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-17-11, 06:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 462
Posted By uvbears

ya, i know..i wouldn't put the dp18s on the bike...

ya, i know..i wouldn't put the dp18s on the bike unless the wheels that came with it were heavier / worse...i dont really wan to put them on at all.


as for the wabi..it looks like a nice frame,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-17-11, 04:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 462
Posted By uvbears

Looking for a new single speed

Hi ya'll

I am looking to get a new single speed . trying to get something super light that has drillings for both front and rear brakes.

I have a set of dp18's to put on if the stock wheels...
Forum: Commuting
03-14-11, 12:59 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,602
Posted By uvbears

yoga saved my bike.

yoga saved my bike.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-14-11, 12:50 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,578
Posted By uvbears

never used deep vs, but i have dp18's and they...

never used deep vs, but i have dp18's and they work well. i have been riding them pretty hard for a yr and have never had any issues at all. they may be a little heavy but for the crappy chcaigo...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-11-11, 10:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,208
Posted By uvbears

my 02. if you like the angus, buy it. get...

my 02.

if you like the angus, buy it. get the front brake for sure.

you should be able to find a local shop to put it together for less then $100. although, it wont be that ahrd to do and you...
Forum: Commuting
03-10-11, 05:55 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,026
Posted By uvbears

i ran 700x25, conti touring plus. they def have...

i ran 700x25, conti touring plus. they def have some grip but are by no means nobby. they worked great this winter and we had a lot of snow in chciago!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-10, 06:47 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 11,161
Posted By uvbears

i have cr 18 with quando hubs, i got them from...

i have cr 18 with quando hubs, i got them from harris cyclry for 150 ish. shipping is free if you order $200+ worth of goods.

they are really ncie wheels for the price
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-10, 05:53 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,172
Posted By uvbears

thanks. yes, i would like to replace the bb with...

thanks. yes, i would like to replace the bb with a cartridge bb for easier services / maintenance.

Once i replace the crank and bb I will take some pics of the finished product.

oh ya, how do i...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-10, 02:58 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,172
Posted By uvbears

ok, so I have upgrade the wheels and aadded new...

ok, so I have upgrade the wheels and aadded new brakes, cables etc. also i tweaked the derailier and it is running smooth.

the crank is super flexy and the bottom bracket seems to be rough (not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-10, 10:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,172
Posted By uvbears

thx. how can i tell the dffrence between road and...

thx. how can i tell the dffrence between road and mtb cranks?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-10, 07:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,172
Posted By uvbears

will this crank work? is it decent price? ...

will this crank work? is it decent price?

http://cgi.ebay.com/Sugino-Impel-Black-Silver-170mm-Triple-Crank-Set-/380289094348?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item588aff12cc#ht_1301wt_907
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-10, 05:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,172
Posted By uvbears

H540128 is the serial number. thx

H540128 is the serial number.

thx
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