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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-13-17, 03:06 PM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,116,428
Posted By jacobsever

Haven't been on here in a long time, and didn't...

Haven't been on here in a long time, and didn't see anything via search function (sorry if it's been asked).

Does the 2017 Vigorelli come drilled for a front fork? And do you know when the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-09-16, 01:36 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,771
Posted By jacobsever

I'm a big fan of 48x17 for road/city riding....

I'm a big fan of 48x17 for road/city riding. Around 76.2 gear inches.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-09-16, 01:33 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,087
Posted By jacobsever

I usually say "As long as the bike is moving...

I usually say "As long as the bike is moving forwards, the pedals are turning."
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-25-16, 12:22 PM
Replies: 4,915
Views: 775,127
Posted By jacobsever

Finally threw my crank and chain on my newest...

Finally threw my crank and chain on my newest build. Waiting for pedals and grips before I get some proper photos of it. Was just too eager to get a quick ride around the block to feel the fit.
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-23-16, 03:18 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 8,698
Posted By jacobsever

Yeah, lots of times. Not always just hills,...

Yeah, lots of times. Not always just hills, sometimes on flats too. It's really not that hard to get your feet back into cages. Clipless on the other hand, haven't tried.

For cages, you just gotta...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-20-16, 02:14 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,581
Posted By jacobsever

That's a very nice looking bike!

That's a very nice looking bike!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-20-16, 09:41 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,718
Posted By jacobsever

You can just do what I do...and ride 700c...

You can just do what I do...and ride 700c rear/650c front.

http://68.media.tumblr.com/989829612b0ed73c9f533b5da5d83069/tumblr_noxhim7aje1qbsohzo1_1280.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-15-16, 12:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,366
Posted By jacobsever

I've had an early Specialized Tri-spoke, and a...

I've had an early Specialized Tri-spoke, and a 26" Spin tri spoke.

Both were cool, hip, trendy, whatever back when I was in my early 20's.
I've since sold both of them, because I don't really...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-08-16, 02:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,293
Posted By jacobsever

Eww, never mind. The white saddle looks good from...

Eww, never mind. The white saddle looks good from above, but I think it looks hideous when mounted.

https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/11835787/khs-flite-100.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-08-16, 11:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,293
Posted By jacobsever

Yeah, their white saddle is how I found them. Was...

Yeah, their white saddle is how I found them. Was looking for a white leather saddle to go on an older steel frame I'm building up.

I actually dig their bags though.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-08-16, 11:48 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,293
Posted By jacobsever

Cardiff Leather Goods

Anyone have experience with these? A complete Brooks ripoff, and come in about half the price as a Brooks.

Are they comparable? Are they about half the quality and comfort?

Cardiff Ltd....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-06-16, 03:42 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,581
Posted By jacobsever

:thumb: I just like it so much better.

:thumb:

I just like it so much better.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-06-16, 03:15 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,581
Posted By jacobsever

Clone stamp does wonders....as long as you don't...

Clone stamp does wonders....as long as you don't stare at those shadows for too long.

http://i.imgur.com/OSuyFLn.png

Upside-down mason jar, with 2 hockey pucks sitting on top.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-06-16, 01:47 PM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,581
Posted By jacobsever

Built a new bike and took it for it's first spin...

Built a new bike and took it for it's first spin yesterday.

http://i.imgur.com/m7tjwC6.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/260rx7l.jpg

http://i.imgur.com/8vpQ2Kj.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-05-16, 05:44 PM
Replies: 1,508
Views: 149,862
Posted By jacobsever

Can I take 700 Velox tape, wrap it around a 650c...

Can I take 700 Velox tape, wrap it around a 650c wheel, and just cut the extra length to make it fit?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-02-16, 02:46 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 7,825
Posted By jacobsever

Tbh, the only times I've gotten injured while...

Tbh, the only times I've gotten injured while skateboarding is at skateparks that require pads/helmets. When I'm skating in the street, I know my limits and my abilities. When I'm forced to wear...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-01-16, 02:43 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 7,825
Posted By jacobsever

Very very different scene out here, lol. ...

Very very different scene out here, lol.

http://i.imgur.com/UqRKyN2.png

This is the group that does gathered rides every Sunday. They even hashtag their stuff "brakeless". I only see one brake...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-01-16, 09:03 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 7,825
Posted By jacobsever

No brakes. No helmet. No care.

No brakes.
No helmet.
No care.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-31-16, 04:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,558
Posted By jacobsever

After doing about 8 years of using platform...

After doing about 8 years of using platform pedals with cages and straps, I recently switched over to clipless, and I'm never going back.

I have both a pair of Crank Brothers Candy SPD's, and a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-30-16, 11:23 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,522
Posted By jacobsever

I have 2 wheel sets with flip/flop hub. One of...

I have 2 wheel sets with flip/flop hub. One of them has a freewheel on it, the other doesn't. Both are being ridding on the fixed side.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-29-16, 09:54 AM
Replies: 1,757
Views: 300,581
Posted By jacobsever

Made some cosmetic changes/upgrades to my bike. ...

Made some cosmetic changes/upgrades to my bike.

http://i.imgur.com/x57VKZk.jpg

Comparison of before/after (since ya'll gave me so much **** for running the 650c front):
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-29-16, 09:05 AM
Replies: 4,915
Views: 775,127
Posted By jacobsever

On my first ride with my road bike, my friend...

On my first ride with my road bike, my friend thought it was a good idea to try Lookout. I've only ridden fixed on city streets for about 10 years. Never tried a climb. Never tried that long of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-26-16, 02:59 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,431
Posted By jacobsever

That they're both on the left? That's a...

That they're both on the left? That's a relationship, no?

I mean, I'm not the most knowledgeable in road bikes, as I've ridden solely fixed for the past 10 years. I have one road bike now, and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-26-16, 08:51 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,431
Posted By jacobsever

I haven't ran a brake in a long time, but when I...

I haven't ran a brake in a long time, but when I did, it was always left.

On road/mountain setups, your left side controls the front brake and derailleur. Why would you want to trick your mind by...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-26-16, 08:47 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,048
Posted By jacobsever

So, everyone saying 23's are too narrow. Turns...

So, everyone saying 23's are too narrow. Turns out I've been riding with a 700x20c and didn't even know it.

http://i.imgur.com/SDdSJ6n.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-26-16, 08:44 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,361
Posted By jacobsever

44/17 should definitely be good enough to tackle...

44/17 should definitely be good enough to tackle most climbs, but yeah, you'll be spinning out on descents.

According to the infamous chart I always google image search for, that would put you at...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-22-16, 12:05 PM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 775,505
Posted By jacobsever

http://i.imgur.com/6vWLYFH.png To complete...

http://i.imgur.com/6vWLYFH.png

To complete my build that's been 3+ years in the making. Between being too poor for parts, and having issues with my crankset, to just finding time...once this lil...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-22-16, 11:09 AM
Replies: 1,508
Views: 149,862
Posted By jacobsever

I have an odd seat post diameter of 26.6mm. I...

I have an odd seat post diameter of 26.6mm. I want a Thomson 0 setback seat post, but they only make that size in black, and I need silver.

Would getting a 25.4 seat post with a 25.4 to 26.6 shim...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-09-16, 10:50 AM
Replies: 1,508
Views: 149,862
Posted By jacobsever

Best helmet for track riding? I'm assuming just...

Best helmet for track riding? I'm assuming just any road helmet would do, but not sure if there are anything specific or better suited.

Also, I think the local track requires gloves, which I've...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-04-16, 03:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 901
Posted By jacobsever

Interesting...do they work?

Interesting...do they work?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-04-16, 02:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 901
Posted By jacobsever

TDR (Tall, Dented, Rusted)

TDR

(Tall, Dented, Rusted)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-03-16, 02:55 PM
Replies: 1,447
Views: 238,971
Posted By jacobsever

Posted this in the Good Deals thread because I...

Posted this in the Good Deals thread because I forgot this one existed. Cross posting it here too.

HED Belgium C2 Track Fixed Wheelset (http://denver.craigslist.org/bop/5707782279.html)
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-03-16, 02:54 PM
Replies: 3,906
Views: 623,259
Posted By jacobsever

Yeah, I know. In hindsight, I should have posted...

Yeah, I know. In hindsight, I should have posted this in the eBay/Craigslist thread anyway. I forgot that thread existed, and only remembered this one.

HED Belgium C2 Track Fixed Wheelset...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-03-16, 10:21 AM
Replies: 3,906
Views: 623,259
Posted By jacobsever

Found a set of HED Belgium's laced to Phil Wood's...

Found a set of HED Belgium's laced to Phil Wood's with tubes, tires, and a 17t Phil cog for $400.

http://images.craigslist.org/00r0r_eCEjPSkQMXd_1200x900.jpg

I just wish I needed another wheel...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-02-16, 12:22 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,048
Posted By jacobsever

I borrowed a 700x25c from a friend, because I...

I borrowed a 700x25c from a friend, because I didn't have any more spare tires, and I was kinda weirded out by it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-02-16, 08:36 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,048
Posted By jacobsever

Just the only thing I've ever ridden. I've never...

Just the only thing I've ever ridden. I've never had an issue. If it's not broken, don't fix it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-01-16, 01:59 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,048
Posted By jacobsever

So many people suggesting 28's. Am I the...

So many people suggesting 28's.

Am I the only person here that rides 700x23?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-01-16, 01:58 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 76,545
Posted By jacobsever

The smallest they offer is 700x26? Pass from size...

The smallest they offer is 700x26? Pass from size alone.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-16-16, 03:41 PM
Replies: 4,915
Views: 775,127
Posted By jacobsever

It's actually funny, because it turns out, these...

It's actually funny, because it turns out, these are the widest bars I own!

19" is around 48cm.

http://i.imgur.com/x7aXgNe.jpg

These are listed online as 38cm.
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-15-16, 09:51 AM
Replies: 4,915
Views: 775,127
Posted By jacobsever

I think it goes without saying, I absolutely hate...

I think it goes without saying, I absolutely hate this new trend of super wide risers.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-15-16, 09:37 AM
Replies: 4,915
Views: 775,127
Posted By jacobsever

Gotta catch 'em all. ...

Gotta catch 'em all.

http://i.imgur.com/zQUViOh.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-07-16, 01:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,731
Posted By jacobsever

Who are ya'll flying with where checked baggage...

Who are ya'll flying with where checked baggage is still free?

****, most places even charge for a carry on.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-05-16, 10:29 AM
Replies: 4,915
Views: 775,127
Posted By jacobsever

Swapped bars on my beater and rode around the...

Swapped bars on my beater and rode around the city on Saturday.

http://i.imgur.com/8Ob9PRp.jpg

Then I did my first road ride/climb. I bought this bike about 6 months ago and have never ridden...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-27-16, 11:50 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,339
Posted By jacobsever

Holy ****, I had no idea. Thanks so much that...

Holy ****, I had no idea. Thanks so much that info. I just walked into a LBS and asked for a 110 and that's what they gave me. I guess I'll order that Andel bb on Retro, assuming it's symmetrical.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-27-16, 08:47 AM
Replies: 4,915
Views: 775,127
Posted By jacobsever

http://i.imgur.com/VyMN5CU.jpg I'm 5'4",...

http://i.imgur.com/VyMN5CU.jpg

I'm 5'4", he's 6'3".
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-26-16, 05:55 PM
Replies: 1,508
Views: 149,862
Posted By jacobsever

Question about my seatpost. It's been slipping a...

Question about my seatpost. It's been slipping a lot lately.

http://i.imgur.com/2yqWSfg.jpg

It fell that much during an easy 9 mile ride, averaging 15mph. Just a casual stroll to get breakfast....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-26-16, 05:48 PM
Replies: 4,915
Views: 775,127
Posted By jacobsever

Size difference between my friends bike and I's. ...

Size difference between my friends bike and I's.

http://i.imgur.com/j8EMJiy.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-26-16, 05:44 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,339
Posted By jacobsever

So it turns out I do have the JIS bb, with the...

So it turns out I do have the JIS bb, with the JIS crankset. Should be compatible.

http://i.imgur.com/ZBy31Xp.jpg

So I went to a local bike shop, and grabbed a Shimano BB-UN55 in a 110mm,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-24-16, 02:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,788
Posted By jacobsever

You guys are running some pretty wide tires. I've...

You guys are running some pretty wide tires. I've never put anything wider than 23 on, except I borrrowed a 25 from a friend the other night, even that difference is kinda weirding me out.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-24-16, 01:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 6,339
Posted By jacobsever

Ooo, nice. I've never really looked into Sugino...

Ooo, nice. I've never really looked into Sugino 75s before, but that's pretty awesome that they're ISO and I could use the Phil bb with them.
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