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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-02-18, 02:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,134
Posted By Karman321

okay cool, now after doing a bit more looking...

okay cool, now after doing a bit more looking into it i see that a columbus tubed or other still frames from the 1980s provide a more lively ride? im thinking about sourcing a frame some cheap wheels...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-31-18, 07:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,134
Posted By Karman321

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/640x515/fullsizerender_17_d9f37c0c70a15047e4acf8dd18da525f363d63a3.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-31-18, 07:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,134
Posted By Karman321

Bianchi Pista

hello all what is the general consensus on the bianchi pista. i currently ride a sub 15lb road bike however for short rides under 5 miles or so id like to start riding a fixed gear bike. a local guy...
Forum: Fixed Gear Freestyle
07-31-18, 07:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 15,577
Posted By Karman321

Bianchi Pista

hello all what is the general consensus on the bianchi pista. i currently ride a sub 15lb road bike however for short rides under 5 miles or so id like to start riding a fixed gear bike. a local guy...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-19-18, 08:05 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,786
Posted By Karman321

I’ve had many bad expierences with bike shops. It...

I’ve had many bad expierences with bike shops. It seems if you aren’t willing to purchase a bike from them they are going to charge up the ass for simple repairs. Not only this, but they make it seem...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-18, 12:36 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 15,050
Posted By Karman321

the pros bikes aren’t alloweee to be under...

the pros bikes aren’t alloweee to be under 15pounss I believe
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-18, 12:35 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 15,050
Posted By Karman321

Exactly shift weight towards the rear and low as...

Exactly shift weight towards the rear and low as possible it’s impossiburr to flip this way.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-18, 10:43 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 15,050
Posted By Karman321

depends, if I’m going for a long ride (more than...

depends, if I’m going for a long ride (more than 30 miles) I’ll take both but I’m usually good with just one water bottle full. I don’t mind adding heft to the bike hence the 30mm tires I had 23mm...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-18, 08:04 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 15,050
Posted By Karman321

lol or because fun can’t be put into numbers as...

lol or because fun can’t be put into numbers as so many are trying to do with the concept of weight. Furthermore there’s a such thing as weight distribution, anyone who ride anything can understand...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-16-18, 06:18 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 15,050
Posted By Karman321

exactly!! I have my rear brake removed 14.5 lbs...

exactly!! I have my rear brake removed 14.5 lbs with water bottle cage and 30 mm tires :) i have so much fun on the thing I can’t explain
Forum: Commuting
07-15-18, 06:27 AM
Replies: 1,689
Views: 345,796
Posted By Karman321

I once found a 100 dollar Bill on my way to...

I once found a 100 dollar Bill on my way to class. It was fake
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-14-18, 04:37 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 15,050
Posted By Karman321

, I’m into cars also. And frankly, who cares...

, I’m into cars also. And frankly, who cares about gas mileage, aero, times off laps etc. lightweight is more FUN. Fun factor is something that trumps all imho
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-18, 08:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,892
Posted By Karman321

So far I’ve had great success with specialized...

So far I’ve had great success with specialized hell of the north tire in tubular 28mm I believe most ‘pave’ marketed or tire marketed for the cobblestones should be durable enough. And yes the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-18, 11:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,818
Posted By Karman321

You should build your own bike. I built mine for...

You should build your own bike. I built mine for 900 and it weighs 13.5lbs... I built my sisters for $400 and it weighs 19lbs both are carbon fiber
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-18, 10:09 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,446
Posted By Karman321

i completely agree having tried and owning 3 100$...

i completely agree having tried and owning 3 100$ + saddles and two 60-90$ ones I bought one of AliExpress similar to this one, expect it is advertised at 80 grams, it is full carbon with a similar...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-18, 08:09 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,243
Posted By Karman321

Learn how to do it, literally takes 15 minutes....

Learn how to do it, literally takes 15 minutes. Buy a chain scrubber I bought mine off amazon for $7 and it’s worked great for more than a year. Use a brush for the cassette that’ll get into all the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-18, 07:57 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,585
Posted By Karman321

please... I’ve tried and spend money at the lbs...

please... I’ve tried and spend money at the lbs they treated me with little to no respect as I don’t give off a ‘wealthy’ look (entering law school next year). This isn’t just one bike shop either 4...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-18, 03:35 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,585
Posted By Karman321

Maybe I’m unethical but I don’t see what’s the...

Maybe I’m unethical but I don’t see what’s the issue. Do what you want, don’t break any laws?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-18, 02:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,852
Posted By Karman321

carbon fiber with aero spokes

carbon fiber with aero spokes
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-18, 02:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,852
Posted By Karman321

I got Chinese tubular 50mm wheels that weigh 1250...

I got Chinese tubular 50mm wheels that weigh 1250 grams for $289 shipped bitex hubs loud. Good so far
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-18, 01:43 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 31,887
Posted By Karman321

acceleration is the real world difference

acceleration is the real world difference
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-18, 01:42 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 31,887
Posted By Karman321

you mentioned the cassette?

you mentioned the cassette?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-18, 09:42 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 31,887
Posted By Karman321

With that being said, weight isnt everything, but...

With that being said, weight isnt everything, but is everything when it comes to accelerating acceleration ...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-18, 09:34 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 31,887
Posted By Karman321

you forgot chain, cassette, and cabling/wires......

you forgot chain, cassette, and cabling/wires... that can account for around 180 ...368+180= 478 ...a pound is 444 gram... that’s 1.2 pounds and 300 grams away from 2 pounds. See this how add up,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-18, 07:51 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 31,887
Posted By Karman321

um 1 gram is 1 gram, 5+5=10.... 390+10=400 .......

um 1 gram is 1 gram, 5+5=10.... 390+10=400 .... 400+300=700 etc... I built three bikes one has ultegra with light wheels it’s at 13.5 pounds. The other two have tiagra and are at around 18 pounds.....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-18, 12:10 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 31,887
Posted By Karman321

trust me its heavier, every gram adds up

trust me its heavier, every gram adds up
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-18, 10:18 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,473
Posted By Karman321

8nm

8nm
Forum: Touring
04-28-18, 08:02 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,212
Posted By Karman321

I sent in my application for my pistol permit....

I sent in my application for my pistol permit. Would be awesome to get a micro pistol, but waiting on that permit first
Forum: Touring
04-28-18, 08:00 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,212
Posted By Karman321

thanks for the lack of negativity, I’m not sure...

thanks for the lack of negativity, I’m not sure what a custom Spin is? My bike is Taiwan carbon fiber everything with ultegra 6800, will figure out how to post pictures soon. Thanks everyone
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-18, 04:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,194
Posted By Karman321

A smaller frame will give you a more ‘sporty’...

A smaller frame will give you a more ‘sporty’ ride and a larger frame will give you a more ‘comfortable’ ride. Generally speaking
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-18, 04:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,194
Posted By Karman321

you should get more information from the local...

you should get more information from the local shop. My gf is 5.3 and she rides a 48cm frame. My sister is 5.4 and she rides a 52cm frame both road bikes. With the stem and seatpost there can be...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-18, 03:41 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,241
Posted By Karman321

interesting, have you ever rode on tubulars? I...

interesting, have you ever rode on tubulars? I had a set of clinchers with vittoria graphene g+ whatever in 28c and the tubulars in 23c ride more comfortable at lower rolling resistances
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-18, 02:09 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,241
Posted By Karman321

No, but I am being told that it will flat. So I’m...

No, but I am being told that it will flat. So I’m looking for something durable. As I’m trying to try to tour
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-18, 12:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,433
Posted By Karman321

You can build up a carbon frame, with tiagra for...

You can build up a carbon frame, with tiagra for around 500-600 dollars. Look it up!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-18, 08:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 732
Posted By Karman321

thanks for the input, I got one tire for 70, also...

thanks for the input, I got one tire for 70, also ordered a specialized 'hell of the north' tire in tubular 28mm will be putting that in the rear and perhaps the 25mm veloflex in the front. would...
Forum: Touring
04-25-18, 10:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,444
Posted By Karman321

I’d hope that technology has made tubulars more...

I’d hope that technology has made tubulars more durable from 40+ years ago. Like you at the time I cannot afford new wheels.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-18, 11:40 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 8,241
Posted By Karman321

Durable Tubular tyre

Hello all, what is the most durable tubular tire that offers a comfortable ride can go up to 30mm. If anyone has opinions or experience I’d love to hear. Thank you!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-18, 07:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 22,090
Posted By Karman321

You can ride it, I do and would

You can ride it, I do and would
Forum: Touring
04-24-18, 08:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,444
Posted By Karman321

I’m looking to tour... okay say my weight limit...

I’m looking to tour... okay say my weight limit is 2000 grams why tire would be fast and fit inside my frame 28c and under. Or do I need a frame that accepts wider tires? Thanks
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-18, 10:04 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,974
Posted By Karman321

No lie my setup is 175-handlebars 100-stem ...

No lie my setup is
175-handlebars
100-stem
120-seatpost
~$90
All Chinese carbon fiber alibaba ... does the high end stuff really make a difference? Hopefully one day I will know the answer to...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-18, 09:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 732
Posted By Karman321

Thanka for the input, I went ahead and purchased...

Thanka for the input, I went ahead and purchased the veloflex roubiox tubular in 25c off of ribble.com hope they come in soon and offer puncture protection?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-18, 08:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 732
Posted By Karman321

Tubular tyre

Hello all, hope everyone is having a good start of spring. I wanted to ask if anyone has any suggestions on lightweight durable comfortable tubulars. Under 300 grams 25-28c will work. Something with...
Forum: Touring
04-23-18, 08:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,444
Posted By Karman321

Tubular tyre

Hello all, hope everyone is having a good start of spring. I wanted to ask if anyone has any suggestions on lightweight durable comfortable tubulars. Under 300 grams 25-28c will work. Something with...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-18, 09:39 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,029
Posted By Karman321

You don’t know if there is a real difference or...

You don’t know if there is a real difference or not. We often don’t really know anything. I know I can’t prove anything.
Forum: Touring
04-19-18, 07:28 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,212
Posted By Karman321

Oh wow, thank you!

Oh wow, thank you!
Forum: Touring
04-19-18, 02:25 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 21,135
Posted By Karman321

Right in my necks of the woods. Let me know if...

Right in my necks of the woods. Let me know if you need any assistance
Forum: Touring
04-19-18, 09:17 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,212
Posted By Karman321

My apologies, don’t assume it makes an ass out of...

My apologies, don’t assume it makes an ass out of u and me :) hehe. I’m very ignorant on the topic but yes I meant the bike route not the motorway
Forum: Touring
04-18-18, 11:27 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,212
Posted By Karman321

Enjoy the banter. Yes I need to do some planning....

Enjoy the banter. Yes I need to do some planning. I see that warmshowers is somewhat active and can be an amazing resource if planned out right. Thanks all for the thoughts
Forum: Touring
04-17-18, 02:44 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,212
Posted By Karman321

spectacular pictures! wow, what were those shot...

spectacular pictures! wow, what were those shot on?
Forum: Touring
04-17-18, 02:43 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 4,212
Posted By Karman321

thats what im saying! maybe i have obtained...

thats what im saying! maybe i have obtained microscopic sleeping bags and rain jackets. (7mesh oro gore-tex) jacket is amazing btw! a merino wool base layer and that jacket combined or separate can...
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