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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-12, 01:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,266
Posted By Submison

Bottom bracket cup powdercoated on help

A friend of mine issued me to build him a bike.. he gave me the parts, but he left the drive side bottom bracket cup in! As such the powdercoat continued on without the cup being removed.

Ive...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-23-12, 04:40 PM
Replies: 1,135
Views: 286,373
Posted By Submison

Does anyone know the geometry of the 2010...

Does anyone know the geometry of the 2010 Madison? Is it the same as the more track-oriented 2007? Or relaxed like the 2008-09.

Thanks!

UPDATE: after searching through this thread, i found...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-29-12, 03:36 PM
Replies: 4,634
Views: 651,847
Posted By Submison

talk to me about the sram derailleur/campy...

talk to me about the sram derailleur/campy shifters. was zinn full of crap? or does this work fantastically?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-24-11, 05:37 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,035
Posted By Submison

Decals; are they under the clear coat? What do...

Decals; are they under the clear coat? What do you plan on using this Motobecane for?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-24-11, 02:21 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 11,035
Posted By Submison

This quite literally has the exact same geometry...

This quite literally has the exact same geometry as the Surly Cross Check. I would believe that it's lighter than it as well.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-14-11, 12:25 AM
Replies: 4,634
Views: 651,847
Posted By Submison

just because a bike comes with downtube shifter...

just because a bike comes with downtube shifter braze ons doesnt mean it's regulated to just downtube shifters.. many frames had them and used them to mount downtube cable stops like these:...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-15-11, 03:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,144
Posted By Submison

Pedal Hard on 17th and T has a pretty good amount...

Pedal Hard on 17th and T has a pretty good amount of used parts, and if they don't have what you want they'll help you find it! They specialize in fixed gears and unlike many bike shops they don't...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-11, 10:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,056
Posted By Submison

Nine and ten speed Microshift is what you want;...

Nine and ten speed Microshift is what you want; as far as I know the eight speed stuff was pretty bad. I ran nine speed Microshift brifters with 7700 derailleurs, cassette, and chain, and it worked...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-30-11, 10:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,706
Posted By Submison

The Brougham has better stock parts, but theyre...

The Brougham has better stock parts, but theyre not good enough to justify keeping them if you dont like them.. the Kilo is more of a blank slate with an arguably better frame and fork, and if you...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-29-11, 04:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,706
Posted By Submison

What do you plan on upgrading in the near future...

What do you plan on upgrading in the near future when you get this bike? Or do you not want to upgrade anything if possible?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-11, 02:15 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,328
Posted By Submison

Soma has the Stanyan.. the geometry is a bit...

Soma has the Stanyan.. the geometry is a bit relaxed but fromw hen ive ridden it, it was a very smooth ride with a Soma steel fork http://www.somafab.com/stanyan.html
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-07-11, 07:48 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,194
Posted By Submison

but is it safe to say a 51 cm frame is naturally...

but is it safe to say a 51 cm frame is naturally stiffer with a similar fitting top tube (50-53 cm) than a 51 cm frame with a 55 cm top tube?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-07-11, 06:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,194
Posted By Submison

I would assume long top tubes are to prevent your...

I would assume long top tubes are to prevent your cages from hitting the wheel in the odd situation where you have to corner slowly
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-06-11, 12:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,303
Posted By Submison

Motobecane Team Track...

Motobecane Team Track http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/team_track.htm you win
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-11, 09:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,415
Posted By Submison

In my opinion you did not get ripped off,...

In my opinion you did not get ripped off, especially for being in LA. You may have overpaid a bit, but Suntour Superbe Pro is a fantastic group and the frame itself rides very well, with good...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-05-11, 08:49 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,117
Posted By Submison

I have a Dura Ace 7800 front derailleur with...

I have a Dura Ace 7800 front derailleur with Shimano 6600 cranks and a 6600 cassette with everything else being Sram Force. It shifts as well as the 6600 gear I had in the front with the quickness of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-04-11, 10:39 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,913
Posted By Submison

pix or it didn't happen

pix or it didn't happen
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-11, 03:10 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,302
Posted By Submison

I recently went on a 150 mile bike camping trip...

I recently went on a 150 mile bike camping trip on my caad 7.. 25 lbs of gear on two pairs of p clamps on the seat stays with 24 spoke wheels (it was short notice!) and it worked like a charm! have...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-02-11, 09:18 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,738
Posted By Submison

do the origin 8 cranks actually use the sram gxp...

do the origin 8 cranks actually use the sram gxp bottom bracket? or is it incompatible and like the andel external bearing crankset?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-11, 09:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,918
Posted By Submison

One of the nicest new low profile rims i've seen...

One of the nicest new low profile rims i've seen in a while are the H+Son TB-14. They're a bit heavier than the A23s but look worlds better in design and fit-and-finish. According to peers they build...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-24-11, 06:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 16,343
Posted By Submison

I've owned Sram Apex and Force (current), Shimano...

I've owned Sram Apex and Force (current), Shimano 105 5500, and Microshift 9 speed shifters. I have to say, that the Microshift shifters were much nicer than expected. I bought them for next to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-15-11, 05:58 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,523
Posted By Submison

Velocity fusions are 95% as strong as a deep v...

Velocity fusions are 95% as strong as a deep v but are fifty or so grams lighter, and they come in a variety of colors. Aeroheads are even lighter, but aren't inherently as strong; however, any well...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-10-11, 09:00 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,342
Posted By Submison

how about you post a picture of the bike so we...

how about you post a picture of the bike so we can answer your question, or check with Leader, who'd definitely know what size fork you need.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-09-11, 07:27 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,342
Posted By Submison

is that picture the bike you bought? if so thats...

is that picture the bike you bought? if so thats NOT a leader
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-03-11, 06:48 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,267
Posted By Submison

Look at the Iro Angus. Reynolds 631 for $400?...

Look at the Iro Angus. Reynolds 631 for $400? Fantastic.
http://www.irocycle.com/angusbuild-a-bikewstandardwheelset.aspx
Forum: Road Cycling
02-02-11, 12:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,116
Posted By Submison

this is great! exactly what i was looking for. ...

this is great! exactly what i was looking for.

is there anything regarding chain stay cable stops? I couldn't find anything on that specific website.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-11, 11:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,116
Posted By Submison

Convert fixed gear to road bike?

This may sound odd to you guys, but I'm looking to convert my fixed gear into a road bike. I currently have a Sram Force group sitting here, and a Mercier Kilo TT which I love, but it also sitting...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-29-11, 12:10 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,753
Posted By Submison

i've done both with my Kilo TT. -ANYTHING on...

i've done both with my Kilo TT.

-ANYTHING on the front will mess with the handling a lot. It is definitely not designed for that sort of thing, and riding it feels real sketchy with anything over...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-03-11, 07:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,218
Posted By Submison

What about using tubes as emergency bar tape?...

What about using tubes as emergency bar tape? It's waterproof, not sticky on either side so it doesn't leave residue yet it is grippy.. however, it does leave a light black strip on the palms of your...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-30-10, 08:59 PM
Replies: 9,750
Views: 493,457
Posted By Submison

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-wEBmLht5g&feature...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1-wEBmLht5g&feature=related
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-10, 11:25 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,764
Posted By Submison

Sram has come out with a new GXP design and the...

Sram has come out with a new GXP design and the reviews look pretty good. http://velospace.org/forums/discussion/3223/truvativsram-gxp-team-2011-bottom-bracket/#Item_9
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-01-10, 07:28 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,902
Posted By Submison

Deda tape comes in first, with Cinelli at a close...

Deda tape comes in first, with Cinelli at a close second.

I'm not a fan of Fizik, I feel its too thin.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-10, 10:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,478
Posted By Submison

Gah okay, thanks! Anyone wanna buy a 9 speed...

Gah okay, thanks!

Anyone wanna buy a 9 speed chain? haha
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-10, 10:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,478
Posted By Submison

yes, sram force shifters, shimano ultegra 6700...

yes, sram force shifters, shimano ultegra 6700 cassette, shimano r700 crankset. everything but the chain is 10 speed.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-29-10, 10:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,478
Posted By Submison

Using a 9 speed chain on a 10 speed cassette?

So I have a Sram 9 speed chain that I bought in August when I first built up my bike with a 9 speed cassette. Now that I'm switching over to using a 10 speed cassette I still would like to use the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-21-10, 09:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,734
Posted By Submison

The Madison is likely more lively and...

The Madison is likely more lively and entertaining to ride, and since you're not commuting on it I'd go for the Madison.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-15-10, 09:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,390
Posted By Submison

I had a pair of these; I chopped a Nitto RB-021...

I had a pair of these; I chopped a Nitto RB-021 down like this. I did a 60 mile ride on bars like these and they were very comfortable.. Also if you flip them over you have townie bars! Admittedly I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-03-10, 06:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,067
Posted By Submison

I thought 2007 had the steepest head/seat tube...

I thought 2007 had the steepest head/seat tube angles and that the 2010 shared those angles.. while the Madisons in between had more relaxed angles?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-31-10, 04:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 934
Posted By Submison

Also it lacks the Cinelli parts the 2010 had.. as...

Also it lacks the Cinelli parts the 2010 had.. as well as the regal saddle.. and it went up $70 in price.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-28-10, 11:16 PM
Replies: 4,634
Views: 651,847
Posted By Submison

are those microshift brifters I see? What do you...

are those microshift brifters I see? What do you think of them in terms of performance? What are they comparable to?
Forum: Road Cycling
10-06-10, 05:18 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,097
Posted By Submison

2200: Brakes Sora: FD Tiagra: Crank ...

2200: Brakes
Sora: FD
Tiagra: Crank
Ultegra: Hubs
105: RD
Dura ace: Shifters
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-10, 08:32 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,260
Posted By Submison

people were able to do it when all there was was...

people were able to do it when all there was was downtube shifters, why can't they do it now?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-10, 10:54 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 4,260
Posted By Submison

They're more reliable because they are so much...

They're more reliable because they are so much more simple; brifters have more mechanical parts than downtube shifters, so yes you could say they are "less reliable." However, if you properly...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-05-10, 02:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,622
Posted By Submison

I have a Cannondale Caad8 with an integrated...

I have a Cannondale Caad8 with an integrated headset.. and it's been perfectly fine. Keep it well tensioned just like any other headset should be, and you should not have any problems.

I bet that...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-10, 11:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,622
Posted By Submison

http://www.wabicycles.com/ wabi cycles...

http://www.wabicycles.com/

wabi cycles literally has exactly what you want. They were designed as fixed gears with road geometry and high quality in mind. You won't need to replace any of it, and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-10, 10:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,195
Posted By Submison

It's perfectly fine.. i ran mine in rain mud and...

It's perfectly fine.. i ran mine in rain mud and the hollow part was fine.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-10, 11:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,706
Posted By Submison

It looks like a knockoff, but the original regals...

It looks like a knockoff, but the original regals for sure were made in white.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-10, 11:26 PM
Replies: 1,124
Views: 99,841
Posted By Submison

Hey guys, the name's Alvin. I am 16, and am going...

Hey guys, the name's Alvin. I am 16, and am going to be a Junior in high school. I come from the world of siqq fixie gears, but I am making the transition to road bikes. My first road bike was an '85...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-28-10, 12:22 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 5,728
Posted By Submison

60 miles

60 miles
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-24-10, 12:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 891
Posted By Submison

All the clamp-on shifters i've seen are 28.6.. I...

All the clamp-on shifters i've seen are 28.6.. I was really hoping there'd be ones with bigger clamps as to use more modern frames with bigger tubing. What would be needed to redo it to make the...
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