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Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-18, 10:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,281
Posted By mrchristian

So far so good still with both. Anyone have any...

So far so good still with both. Anyone have any of the thermal jerseys? I'm thinking about grabbing one before the cold weather hits and stuff starts to drift up a few bucks as it seems to do on...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-18, 04:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,281
Posted By mrchristian

Amazon Bike Clothes

Hey everyone,

About nine months ago I cracked my Jamis road bike frame and stopped road riding. Got sidetracked with mountain biking and trail running and dirt biking mostly - too many other fun...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-30-17, 10:17 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,821
Posted By mrchristian

Broke Jamis Ventura aluminum road bike

Hey everyone,

While riding up the local climb by my house, the chainstay cracked right at the bottom bracket of my Jamis Ventura Elite (2006). I paid $300 a few years ago for it and put about...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-17, 10:57 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,054
Posted By mrchristian

Cool story

Cool story
Forum: Southern California
08-20-17, 08:37 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 912
Posted By mrchristian

SoCal "Help Wanted" Tag-O-Rama

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-26-17, 04:06 PM
Replies: 21,338
Views: 5,193,302
Posted By mrchristian

I have the Rock Bros version (Amazon, there's...

I have the Rock Bros version (Amazon, there's like a billion variations from different knockoff brands) and use them all the time. They are kind of hinkey compared to a "real" pair but are...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-15, 06:38 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 8,543
Posted By mrchristian

In no way, shape or form, in any universe is a...

In no way, shape or form, in any universe is a Chinese $250 brand new bike off of Amazon with 7-speed Walmart bike parts a quality piece of kit. It could have 10,000 reviews for all I care. Maybe if...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-07-15, 06:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,061
Posted By mrchristian

Tufo Tubular Clinchers - sealant

Hey everyone,

Bought a bike used recently and it came with Tufo Tubular Clinchers. They are not a bad performing tire and I just do training miles and trainer spinning so I want to burn them up if...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-04-08, 11:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 723
Posted By mrchristian

Welcome to the exploding headshox (lefty DLR2...

Welcome to the exploding headshox (lefty DLR2 owner here) club. The first step is admitting you have a problem. The second step is giving up and buying a Fox. I'm still working on that step. Fox...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-01-08, 03:53 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 18,575
Posted By mrchristian

Damn it, forgot. Some of the low end stuff is...

Damn it, forgot. Some of the low end stuff is from overseas. My bad
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-01-08, 12:32 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 18,575
Posted By mrchristian

To clarify some of the misinformation: Most...

To clarify some of the misinformation: Most cannondale aluminum frames are still built in the US. Their full carbon stuff like the carbon rush come from overseas.

I'd probably go with the GT...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-08, 11:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 899
Posted By mrchristian

Their name sounds similar to "Avarice" ...

Their name sounds similar to "Avarice"

'excessive or insatiable desire for wealth or gain'

Based on that, I would stay away.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-08, 11:01 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 4,582
Posted By mrchristian

You guys think about this **** too hard.

You guys think about this **** too hard.
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-27-08, 06:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 985
Posted By mrchristian

Borrow a bike from one of your buddies and let us...

Borrow a bike from one of your buddies and let us know how it goes. He'll probably be pissed as **** that you rode his bike in sand though. :notamused:
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-26-08, 09:23 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 985
Posted By mrchristian

I'm pretty sure any LBS can order you a frame. ...

I'm pretty sure any LBS can order you a frame. They all have QBP catalogues hanging around. A complete bike is probably the cheapest way to go as the frame/wheels/tires + parts are probably pretty...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-22-08, 04:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,711
Posted By mrchristian

I agree with most of the above statements,...

I agree with most of the above statements, especially that Shimano's lower MTB groups suck. Deore is def where it starts to get good. Even as a beginning rider, I would splurge and get a bike...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-22-08, 04:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 861
Posted By mrchristian

I have used the RF cranks in the past, but would...

I have used the RF cranks in the past, but would definately prefer Shimano cranks at this point. Personally, can't stand the FSA V-Drive MegaExo cranks I have on my Rush right now. All the paint...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-08, 08:50 PM
Replies: 336
Views: 19,281
Posted By mrchristian

Too many sins to count... Race a cheap...

Too many sins to count...

Race a cheap Motobecane in crits, mountain bike shoes and pedals, triple, wire bead tires...

I'm working on the MTB shoe thing...just waiting for the savings to fill...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-08, 11:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 449
Posted By mrchristian

Check your limit screws. If those are set...

Check your limit screws. If those are set correctly, check your derailleur hanger.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-08, 08:49 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,789
Posted By mrchristian

Yeah, pretty much the case of "trying to please...

Yeah, pretty much the case of "trying to please as many people as possible" sort of marketing with our espresso blend. You might want to try the Arabian Mocha Sanani if you have an espresso machine...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-08, 06:55 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,789
Posted By mrchristian

I'd like to try Yerba mate. Any good...

I'd like to try Yerba mate. Any good brands/sources in the US that you recommend?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-08, 03:44 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 4,415
Posted By mrchristian

Seriously? Haven't we got over this by now? Raise...

Seriously? Haven't we got over this by now? Raise taxes to the point where nobody buys expensive watches or clothing. All the clerks, sales associates, and entry level workers lose their jobs at...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-07-08, 01:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 269
Posted By mrchristian

Why bother upgrading? Hydraulic brakes won't...

Why bother upgrading? Hydraulic brakes won't give you much more stopping power (better tires/traction will do that), just a little bit of extra modulation. Ride it until something breaks and you...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-06-08, 11:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 752
Posted By mrchristian

Its kind of built as a dirt jump bike and is...

Its kind of built as a dirt jump bike and is probably built up heavy as hell with different geometry, but it will work fine if you are in to that sort of riding.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-04-08, 11:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 752
Posted By mrchristian

DB Response seems like a pretty sweet deal...it...

DB Response seems like a pretty sweet deal...it gets extra points from me for 9 speed and having BB5's. Most of the bikes in that price range are all more or less equal in terms of what you get....
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-04-08, 11:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 617
Posted By mrchristian

Craigslist

Craigslist
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-04-08, 04:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 617
Posted By mrchristian

Try shooting some sort of spray lube into it and...

Try shooting some sort of spray lube into it and see what happens. Sometimes the grease gums up and they die (are they Shimano trigger shifters?) but a lot of times the shifter will start grabbing...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-02-08, 07:12 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 405
Posted By mrchristian

Hardtail or Full Suspension? Most likely this is...

Hardtail or Full Suspension? Most likely this is based either on preference or on local trails you plan to race/ride. Most of the MTB world has moved to full suspension, but a lot of times it will...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-01-08, 04:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,327
Posted By mrchristian

The Anthem is a great XC machine, but its very...

The Anthem is a great XC machine, but its very twitchy and has a pretty agressive fit. With 80mm of suspension front/back its not very forgiving if you get in a little over your skills, but if you...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-08, 10:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 525
Posted By mrchristian

?? I have found that Specialized Armadillo tires...

?? I have found that Specialized Armadillo tires ride like tank treads. The upside is that they also have the flat protection of tank treads as well. You will definately feel the difference between...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-25-08, 08:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 444
Posted By mrchristian

Cannondale has tons of propoganda... ...

Cannondale has tons of propoganda...
http://www.cannondale.com/suspension/08/why.html

I dig mine.

Now go educate yo'self
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-08, 07:20 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,378
Posted By mrchristian

I bought some really nice Shimano road shoes way...

I bought some really nice Shimano road shoes way back (I think they cost around $150) and they have been totally great/comfortable shoes. The right buckle is getting really worn out though and the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-19-08, 11:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,005
Posted By mrchristian

Uh, then why did they develop the Lefty Speed...

Uh, then why did they develop the Lefty Speed Carbon SL for their high end hardtails/Scalpel as well as the brand new Lefty Max PBR for the Rize?

Poor info.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-18-08, 05:28 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,225
Posted By mrchristian

I have a Mavic Aksium wheelset and really like it...

I have a Mavic Aksium wheelset and really like it a lot. Cost around $200. I second the notion of some more traditional wheels though. I have yet to break a spoke in 1,500 miles, but if I was on a...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-17-08, 12:35 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,005
Posted By mrchristian

I've recommended this bike a lot, but if you want...

I've recommended this bike a lot, but if you want a good All-mountain light freeride bike from Cannondale check out the Prophet. They are phasing the bike out for '08, but you can find '07 models...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-15-08, 03:56 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,808
Posted By mrchristian

XC tires. You probably won't want to race with...

XC tires. You probably won't want to race with big knobby 2.3's. Check out Kenda Karma, Small Block 8. That will probably make the biggest difference. You can also dial up the pressure on your...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-15-08, 10:35 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,307
Posted By mrchristian

Buy the 1.0 You never really come out on top...

Buy the 1.0

You never really come out on top when upgrading, especially when you are getting big discounts on a bike to begin with.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-08, 11:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,875
Posted By mrchristian

I would stick with your armadillos if you are...

I would stick with your armadillos if you are just building up a high mileage base. If you are not racing there is going to be a negligible difference due to weight assuming they are the regular...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-08, 11:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 401
Posted By mrchristian

mounting extra bottle cage?

I am thinking about purchasing a Minoura mounting bracket BH95 and was wondering if anybody has any experience with this product? Does it securely mount the cage or will it spin around? I also wish...
Forum: Southern California
05-07-08, 11:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 440
Posted By mrchristian

Encino Velodrome

Anybody race at the Encino Velodrome? I'm thinking about checking it out this summer and maybe taking one of their beginner classes, or maybe showing up to open practice and try to stay out of...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-22-08, 02:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 338
Posted By mrchristian

How much are you willing to spend? Hardtail or...

How much are you willing to spend? Hardtail or full suspension? What are your riding conditions like?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-08, 09:32 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,344
Posted By mrchristian

Uh, thanks guys? :) What is a stick?

Uh, thanks guys? :)



What is a stick?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-08, 12:45 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,344
Posted By mrchristian

Active recovery techniques

Some questions about post-ride recovery techniques...

Did a couple of searches, but came up short. I have been experimenting with ice baths lately and found that they are mind numbingly painful....
Forum: Road Cycling
02-19-08, 05:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,332
Posted By mrchristian

My rim eats inner tubes

The cheap wheel from my Motobecane seems to have developed a taste for inner tubes. I initially figured I was installing them wrong as they seem to blow up at the valve stem (kind of like a cut). ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-15-08, 01:23 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 352
Posted By mrchristian

'07 Rush - headset is turning into a creakfest

I've only worked with regular forks/headsets before and my lefty sort of baffles me. Anyway, it's creating more noise than a pack of angry guinea pigs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-07, 08:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,034
Posted By mrchristian

tire blowouts at the stem

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Forum: Mountain Biking
06-27-07, 10:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 8,201
Posted By mrchristian

Spinner Grind OS2 (adjusting a crap fork)

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Forum: Mountain Biking
06-12-07, 10:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 833
Posted By mrchristian

Shimano pedal comparo

Besides weight, will there be any radical difference between these two pedals? It would be sweet to hear from someone whose had experience with both.

Shimano M520L $44.00 @ Nashbar

VS
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Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-07, 03:50 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,227
Posted By mrchristian

Stupid question...What is ISP?

Stupid question...What is ISP?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-07, 01:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 727
Posted By mrchristian

Really, unless you score a major deal, it's not...

Really, unless you score a major deal, it's not really cost effective to upgrade a bike's shifting. It sounds crazy, but the costs involved basically equate to buying a brand new bike, which is way...
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