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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-02, 03:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 669
Posted By Brian_T

Changing forks affects handling?

I just started putting together a Surly Steamroller fixie for riding on the trails and have been thinking of upgrading the road fork for a Surly 'cross model. However, I have heard that the 'cross...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-16-02, 06:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 675
Posted By Brian_T

I just had Mean Todd (Webcyclery.com) build up a...

I just had Mean Todd (Webcyclery.com) build up a rear fixie with the Surly 1X1 hub and a Mavic Open Pro rim and took it for a spin today. It's really a great wheel and Todd...oops, MEAN Todd...did a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-02, 07:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 387
Posted By Brian_T

I'll second that. :)

I'll second that.

:)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-01-02, 04:38 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,636
Posted By Brian_T

Bike books I've read: It's Not About the...

Bike books I've read:

It's Not About the Bike by Lance Armstrong and Sally Jenkins
A Season in Turmoil by Samuel Abt
The Yellow Jersey by Ralph Hurne
World of Cycling by John Wilcockson
...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-30-02, 08:12 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 499
Posted By Brian_T

While I haven't raced in a few years my...

While I haven't raced in a few years my pre-season has already started. November 1st was supposed to be my "official" start date but I just couldn't keep myself from going out for a few rides.

:)...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-02, 03:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 13,024
Posted By Brian_T

Thanks guys. This is an old Trek 330 road bike...

Thanks guys. This is an old Trek 330 road bike converted to fixie.

The chainline may be in the acceptable range (now that I've done some more reading on the subject) but the cog ideally would...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-02, 10:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 13,024
Posted By Brian_T

Adjusting fixed-gear chainline

I've started turning my own wrenches on this old fixed gear and after overhauling the rear hub this weekend I noticed the chainline is far from optimal.

Sheldon Brown talks about adjusting the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-28-02, 07:37 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 993
Posted By Brian_T

What kind of dropouts have you got?

What kind of dropouts have you got?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-02, 07:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 854
Posted By Brian_T

I've been riding my fixie for about five weeks...

I've been riding my fixie for about five weeks and I feel stronger and fitter than I have in a lo-ong time. I take mine out on the roads and ride it on the trainer in the wee hours of the morning.
...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-27-02, 12:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 993
Posted By Brian_T

I hope you guys find yourselves spending plenty...

I hope you guys find yourselves spending plenty of time turning your own wrenches on your SSs.

I'm doing maintenance that I never thought I could pull off on my fixie because the whole machine is...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-24-02, 06:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,063
Posted By Brian_T

I'm on the trainer every morning during the week...

I'm on the trainer every morning during the week since it's still totally dark by the time I leave for work. If there's any light left in the evening I'll go out for a spin around the neighborhood...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-24-02, 06:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,166
Posted By Brian_T

Nice setup Astroboy. Mine's similar but in the...

Nice setup Astroboy. Mine's similar but in the garage. (Wife says no bikes in the house with the new floors...)

Hotrod, I'm in Lincolnshire.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-22-02, 06:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,166
Posted By Brian_T

Hey Hotrod, Where are you in Northern...

Hey Hotrod,

Where are you in Northern Illinois? Drop me an email offline and maybe we can compare winter training. Heck, maybe we can get together and go for a few cold-weather rides. :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-02, 01:21 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,553
Posted By Brian_T

One BIG espresso before the morning ride and a...

One BIG espresso before the morning ride and a cup of regular java once I get to the office. I'm sure the caffeine is off the charts on the big espresso and the coffee gets me through the rest of...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-18-02, 06:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 993
Posted By Brian_T

Good luck. Once you ride it you may snub your...

Good luck. Once you ride it you may snub your other bike(s.)

I've set up a fixie for the winter and I'm having a real hard time convincing myself to go back to the roadbike on the long weekend...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-02, 06:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 832
Posted By Brian_T

Thanks for the feedback guys. I've been in touch...

Thanks for the feedback guys. I've been in touch with Mark and he's already responded to a few of my questions. I'm still not sold on the whole idea of a Made In China Titanium bike but the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-16-02, 02:39 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 832
Posted By Brian_T

I just found this website today while avoiding...

I just found this website today while avoiding doing some actual work and wondered the same thing.

Has anyone heard anything about Habanero Cycles? The website claims that offshore welders are...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-14-02, 10:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 813
Posted By Brian_T

I have been applying the ideas posted above now...

I have been applying the ideas posted above now for about three weeks and just last week added the fixed-gear to the mix. I can definitely feel some improvement in my spin and getting out for longer...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-11-02, 06:59 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 709
Posted By Brian_T

I've spent a little money at the local Galyans. ...

I've spent a little money at the local Galyans. They recently brought in a TON of Colnagos which I plan on test riding real soon. :)

I haven't been to any of the others but the store here is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-11-02, 06:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,159
Posted By Brian_T

Bokkie, It may be that the PBO technology is...

Bokkie,

It may be that the PBO technology is still too new for the other companies (Shimano, Mavic, etc.) to offer PBO compatible rims. It'd cost them a TON to re-tool the manufacturing line to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-10-02, 06:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 857
Posted By Brian_T

I have found a change of pace has helped...

I have found a change of pace has helped immensely in the late-season "I don't feel like riding" phase. I recently switched back to a fixed gear and haven't had this much fun in YEARS. I don't know...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-02, 07:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 678
Posted By Brian_T

That is SO cool. :D I need to map routes...

That is SO cool. :D

I need to map routes before riding as the wrong turn could very easily put me on a road that'd just get me run over. Chicagoland is NOT an especially bike friendly place some...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
10-08-02, 01:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 554
Posted By Brian_T

I think David Millar will blow them both away but...

I think David Millar will blow them both away but he'll drop out of the race 1 meter from the finish thereby disqualifying himself.

:)
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-02, 08:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 678
Posted By Brian_T

edk, Could you either post some screen shots...

edk,

Could you either post some screen shots or email me some of your routes? I'm not in the area but I'm seriously considering going with your setup as mapping routes here is a royal pain in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-02, 07:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 416
Posted By Brian_T

While the stairmaster/eliptical machine won't...

While the stairmaster/eliptical machine won't contribute much to the cycling specific muscle development they WILL help you develop the aerobic condition you'll need.

Neither machine will offer...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-06-02, 06:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,266
Posted By Brian_T

I'm TRYING to snag a cyclocross bike off of Ebay...

I'm TRYING to snag a cyclocross bike off of Ebay but the price has run up about $350 in the last two days. Soon it'll be wa-ay out of my price range. I don't really have a "range" to speak of but...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-05-02, 06:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,266
Posted By Brian_T

New approach. I'm not going to convert the MTB. ...

New approach. I'm not going to convert the MTB. I'm just going to buy myself a 'cross bike. Now I just need to find a good deal...

:)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-04-02, 01:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 989
Posted By Brian_T

Threadend, Not that it matters much but I...

Threadend,

Not that it matters much but I think Lance is actually 5' 11" (71") tall.

Brian_T: 71" X 170 lbs. = 2.39
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-04-02, 01:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,252
Posted By Brian_T

Thanks to D*Alex I've ordered my first pair of...

Thanks to D*Alex I've ordered my first pair of Tufos and expect to throw them on the road bike early next week. I really like the idea of having sealant that, in small quantities, can keep most...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-03-02, 06:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,266
Posted By Brian_T

Let me see if I've got this right: I can run...

Let me see if I've got this right:

I can run the MTB in a 'cross event as long as I lose the suspension fork. (I don't have any bar ends so I'm good there.) Add some narrower wheels and I'm good...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-01-02, 06:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,266
Posted By Brian_T

Thanks for the feedback guys. Can I run 700c...

Thanks for the feedback guys. Can I run 700c wheels on my MTB frame? Do I want a mountain or road fork for the front?

Thanks again,
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-30-02, 12:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,266
Posted By Brian_T

Can I convert it?

I've got a rarely ridden Trek 6000 front suspension mountain bike that I'd like to convert (if possible) to a 'cross machine.

Has anyone done this and, if so, was it worth the potential...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-28-02, 10:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 897
Posted By Brian_T

What about Ed Burke's "Serious Cycling" or Eddie...

What about Ed Burke's "Serious Cycling" or Eddie B's "Bicycle Road Racing" for the old-school approach?

I think you'll find lots of great information in any of the four books. All cover many...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-28-02, 10:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 456
Posted By Brian_T

Yeah, but he'd still be a complete dork with a...

Yeah, but he'd still be a complete dork with a Litespeed. :)

When we moved into our house three years ago I wondered if anyone in the neighborhood would accompany me on rides and the FIRST...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-26-02, 11:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 591
Posted By Brian_T

What? You mean YOU can't ride a no-handed...

What? You mean YOU can't ride a no-handed wheelie?

;)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-26-02, 11:21 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 865
Posted By Brian_T

The blue and yellow may be the Ukranian national...

The blue and yellow may be the Ukranian national champ's jersey.

That'll make it pretty darned hard to find.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-23-02, 08:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 336
Posted By Brian_T

I'm going with Ed's Number 1. Check the...

I'm going with Ed's Number 1. Check the alignment of the rear wheel.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-23-02, 08:55 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,785
Posted By Brian_T

Rollers will provide you with immediate feedback...

Rollers will provide you with immediate feedback on your pedaling mechanics. If you mash the pedals you should be prepared to spend lots of time correcting your steering and/or picking yourself up...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
09-20-02, 02:25 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,131
Posted By Brian_T

What a great quote...thanks for the link.

What a great quote...thanks for the link.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-02, 02:16 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,103
Posted By Brian_T

I'm not sure what is the worst part of the whole...

I'm not sure what is the worst part of the whole thing.
1.Crashing at 65kph
2.Getting run over by a motorcycle
3.Having your backside clearly visible through what used to be your uniform and then...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-02, 06:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,032
Posted By Brian_T

Since I got my Park chain scrubber I have started...

Since I got my Park chain scrubber I have started cleaning and lubing my chain once a week. The road grime hasn't been too bad so I've been lubing the chain afterward with RemOil and have been...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-02, 08:38 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,278
Posted By Brian_T

Willic, Let me know if you want some red...

Willic,

Let me know if you want some red squirrels imported. I'll box up a few dozen from my yard and send 'em your way. ;)
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-14-02, 02:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 813
Posted By Brian_T

Thanks for the link Jamie. I'm having a hard...

Thanks for the link Jamie. I'm having a hard time getting the page to come up but I look forward to having a read once it does.

I did more one-leg drills this morning and it was a little easier...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-14-02, 12:36 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,784
Posted By Brian_T

Deep carbon rims. Standard 30mm presta valves...

Deep carbon rims. Standard 30mm presta valves aren't even CLOSE to coming up where I can get a finger on 'em. I learned this the hard way after NOT opening the valve on one before putting on a new...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-13-02, 07:51 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,784
Posted By Brian_T

Could it be used to press the top down on a...

Could it be used to press the top down on a presta valve? I sure could use something like that with my Rev-X rims when I am trying to relieve some pressure from the tires.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-02, 05:02 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,278
Posted By Brian_T

I wish I were capable of being responsible for...

I wish I were capable of being responsible for those tailless squirrels but my fitness surely wouldn't allow me to travel more than about 20 miles (on a REALLY good day) from home--need more miles.
...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-13-02, 04:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 813
Posted By Brian_T

MichaelW, I'm not sure I fully understand. ...

MichaelW,

I'm not sure I fully understand. Are you recommending SMALL gears at high cadence? (This makes sense but I want to make sure first.)

I've been doing some searching online today for...
Forum: Commuting
09-13-02, 06:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 739
Posted By Brian_T

...and what kind of bag did you get? :)

...and what kind of bag did you get?



:)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-02, 06:49 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,278
Posted By Brian_T

Squirrels

I had my first run-in (quite literally) with a squirrel yesterday while doing a little training around the neighborhood and I don't think he was very happy about it.

I was drafting about a...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-13-02, 06:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 813
Posted By Brian_T

Pedaling drills?

I tried my first one-legged pedaling drills this morning and didn't realize that my spin, once good, has gone out the window. The one-leg drills did NOT go very well but I'll keep working on it...
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