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Search: Posts Made By: Canadian
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Forum: Southwest
09-15-12, 09:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,686
Posted By Canadian

Tempe here.

Tempe here.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
11-22-11, 01:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 405
Posted By Canadian

AZ: good beginners race to start training for?

I've never raced before. I'm in the East Valley, but would be willing to drive to various parts of AZ to race.

I have a training ride in Tempe I'm planning on joining up with to learn to ride in...
Forum: Southwest
08-03-11, 05:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,028
Posted By Canadian

Tempe, AZ loops?

I want to be able to put my head down and think of nothing and escape my stresses while I ride. This is not easy or responsible in high traffic areas.

Where are some places to ride in Tempe (or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-11, 05:17 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 370
Posted By Canadian

Rec's for a 3days/wk training schedule?

GOAL: I want to cycle 3 days a week to get rid of stress. Eventually I would like to get into racing, but that's not my current priority.

I'd love to have recommendations for a schedule. I can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-11-10, 07:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 454
Posted By Canadian

Thanks, Kimmo. I'll keep an eye out for a...

Thanks, Kimmo. I'll keep an eye out for a compatible FD to replace it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-11-10, 05:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 454
Posted By Canadian

Thanks, FBinNY! Your first guess was right on....

Thanks, FBinNY! Your first guess was right on. It's funny how closely you can look at something and not "see" it until you have an informed eye. The old 600 derailleur is quite bent. (Though do...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-11-10, 04:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 454
Posted By Canadian

Metal on metal sound that only occurs in the big ring - BB?

I just bought a craigslist sale (Scapin, images posted in this thread (http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?679315-Can-you-help-me-rough-ID-this-Scapin-I-just-bought-%28photos-incl.%29)).
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-10, 03:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,639
Posted By Canadian

Thanks, unworthy1. I appreciate your help. ...

Thanks, unworthy1. I appreciate your help.

So the frame might be Columbus Zeta tubing . . . any rough gestimate to the year? I'm not even certain about the decade, it's my first older ride.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-10, 10:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,639
Posted By Canadian

Can you help me rough-ID this Scapin I just bought? (photos incl.)

http://farm5.static.flickr.com/4145/4978752356_d71cfafbe2.jpg (http://www.flickr.com/photos/adventuring_ali/4978752356/)
Scapin (http://www.flickr.com/photos/adventuring_ali/4978752356/) by...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-10, 01:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 520
Posted By Canadian

:love: Thank you! Your post helped me learn...

:love: Thank you! Your post helped me learn things and save $$. You are cool in my books. :thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-10, 12:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 520
Posted By Canadian

Front derailleur compatability question (photo and details incl.)

My road bike came with a 9 speed triple, but I recently upgraded to a double crankset. At the moment, the triple front derailleur is still on the bike.

I bought a 9 speed FD upgrade but learned...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-05-10, 11:17 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 930
Posted By Canadian

On average, a woman's pelvis is wider than a...

On average, a woman's pelvis is wider than a man's pelvis. Ever taken an anatomy course where you learn to identify sex based solely on skeletal formation? This is simple fact--and highly intuitive,...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-10, 08:23 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,367
Posted By Canadian

Chip--you are right. I haven't logged in in a...

Chip--you are right. I haven't logged in in a year and was an infrequent poster before that; I read the situation out of context (I come from more carefully cordial forums o'er yonder where the scene...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-10, 10:10 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,367
Posted By Canadian

You called him "soft" and a "wussy," and made it...

You called him "soft" and a "wussy," and made it clear that others like yourself can successfully ride in the winter.

This is known in argument study as an enthymeme. The rhetor's language...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-10, 09:21 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 482
Posted By Canadian

Thanks for the help, guys. :) Some of those are...

Thanks for the help, guys. :) Some of those are new brands to me. I'll have to see what deals come by while I wait out the winter--I'll keep those in mind!
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-10, 09:06 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,367
Posted By Canadian

:rolleyes: Firstly, just because you get a winter...

:rolleyes: Firstly, just because you get a winter season down in the northern States, doesn't mean that you've experienced winter like other people have--comparatively, your temps are kinda lame,...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-10, 11:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 482
Posted By Canadian

Racing wheelset for a lighter weight female?

I'm willing to spend in the retail range of $300-700 (depending on the bang-for-buck ratio) for a racing wheelset. I am 117lbs and that as well as my riding style makes me think I can compromise on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-09, 09:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 472
Posted By Canadian

Thanks. I just wanted confirmation it looked to...

Thanks. I just wanted confirmation it looked to be low-end before I trashed some parts and the like. :) Wasn't too sure if this was the right forum but didn't know where to put it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-09, 09:03 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 472
Posted By Canadian

First bike rescue: Bridgestone 10 speed

I've checked out the Flickr Bridgestone group and their catalogues; I can't figure out what year or model it is. Appears to be a 70s or 80s commuter 10 speed? I am confused by the (seemingly) nice...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-15-09, 03:37 PM
Replies: 1,634
Views: 80,911
Posted By Canadian

Hey, Meanwhile, There's a skillset referred...

Hey, Meanwhile,

There's a skillset referred to as "communication." If you can't communicate your ideas in a clear, conscise (and respectful) manner, then perhaps the problem is not with the other...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-14-09, 11:29 PM
Replies: 1,634
Views: 80,911
Posted By Canadian

Brian Ratliff must get all Teh Womenz because (1)...

Brian Ratliff must get all Teh Womenz because (1) his clear arguments are all asserted without the need for emotional undercurrents driving his position, and (2) he debates respectfully--I find it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-13-09, 08:41 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 10,825
Posted By Canadian

My condolences. :(

My condolences. :(
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-12-09, 09:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 600
Posted By Canadian

2010 Kona: 3 Paddy-Wagons?

LBS co-workers are claiming they heard a rumor that there will be 3 paddy wagons for 2010. Kona's website shows a photo of a new track bike called the Kona Band Wagon, so I presume that this is one...
Forum: Western Canada
06-22-09, 05:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 876
Posted By Canadian

I've commuted on my CF fork/700x23s from St....

I've commuted on my CF fork/700x23s from St. Norbert to the Forks. Pembina Hwy is not a comfortable ride by any means, but I never flatted/never had any problems.

My boss does a gazillion kilos a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-09, 06:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 610
Posted By Canadian

Thanks for the replies. :) I had a very...

Thanks for the replies. :)

I had a very reliable and competent mechanic pick out the die for me, so I know it was meant to do the job and it fit properly b/c he checked... and then the head...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-09, 06:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 610
Posted By Canadian

Adding threads to a fork

I work at a shop (in sales, not a mechanic) and I'm nearly done my first build. The fork needs threads added, so I started to cut threads properly (kept it extremely lubed, half turn forward, quarter...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-14-08, 10:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,297
Posted By Canadian

I have a 54 cm; have a 14 hour day tomorrow but...

I have a 54 cm; have a 14 hour day tomorrow but Tuesday I should have time to measure it up. :)

Remind me if I haven't done it by Tuesday evening.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-14-08, 03:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,401
Posted By Canadian

Thanks again for all the thoughtful replies. :) ...

Thanks again for all the thoughtful replies. :)


New recommendation from friend, want to know if this is plausible/possible:

Buy a spec'd out HT, top of the line (for example, a nice Stumpy)....
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-07-08, 10:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 312
Posted By Canadian

2009 Giant Anthem 1 and 2?

Are the Anthems solely going to be x2, x1 etc. or will there also be Anthems (non-x) on their own?
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-07-08, 07:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,401
Posted By Canadian

You guys are like my coworkers: all valid...

You guys are like my coworkers: all valid opinions, so many different ones. :p

Does anyone know if they're continuing the Anthem line without the x? The Australian branch of Giant's website...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-06-08, 11:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,401
Posted By Canadian

It's cheaper for me to get an 09 bike. Weird. ...

It's cheaper for me to get an 09 bike. Weird.

:)

My only concern is my 117 lbs and riding a heavier bike XC in terms of endurance.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-06-08, 11:23 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,401
Posted By Canadian

Thanks for the replies--good things to consider. ...

Thanks for the replies--good things to consider.

The other thing is that because I'm from snowy Canada, we won't be stocking 2009 bikes until January, only bringing in customer-ordered ones while...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-06-08, 11:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,401
Posted By Canadian

Roadie Shops With $2000ish+ for First Mountain Bike. Seeks Opinions.

I'm shopping for my first mountain bike. It's a good investment; I can get sweet discounts on it while working at a LBS. I'm in the retail range of $2000+ (ish). My coworkers all have strong opinions...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-08, 11:42 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,034
Posted By Canadian

2009 vs. 2010 Pricing

Does anyone have any informed knowledge/predictions regarding the pricing difference between 2009 and 2010 bikes? I'm aware that the 2008 to 2009 is a significant increase. Is it going to increase...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-08, 11:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,297
Posted By Canadian

Aah. Thanks. :) I had later noticed the double...

Aah. Thanks. :) I had later noticed the double and triple rings, but I was thinking c meant carbon and compact didn't occur to me. :)

You're right.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-08, 11:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,297
Posted By Canadian

Specialized's 2009 Road Bikes: C2 vs. X3?

Regarding the release of the 2009 bikes:

(http://www.bikepedia.com/QuickBike/Bikes.aspx?Year=2009&Brand=Specialized)Does anyone know the difference?

What does C2 and X3 mean?
Forum: Road Cycling
07-31-08, 10:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,739
Posted By Canadian

Apologies for thread steering, but I've also been...

Apologies for thread steering, but I've also been looking at the EA90 SLs... I weigh 120 lbs, though. Can I get away with a not as durable wheelset due to my weight? Anyone know? Recs?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-18-08, 06:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,503
Posted By Canadian

Chrome Bag Safer As "Right" As Opposed To "Standard Left"?

One of my buddies with a citizen bag pointed out that, because when you cycle you're shoulder-checking over your left shoulder, it's safer to use a right-shoulder mess bag.

It makes complete...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-17-08, 06:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 369
Posted By Canadian

A Roadie's First Build: What Should I Build Up My New (Old) Peugeot Frame With?

I am a sorta new roadie on a Trek 1500 working at a LBS; one of the mechanics is selling me a nice used-to-be-race-quality Peugeot frame (his wife won't let him have over x number of bikes and he...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-08, 03:33 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,197
Posted By Canadian

We had a guy come through our shop last week; he...

We had a guy come through our shop last week; he learned to ride a bike b/c his friend called him up one night and said, "do you want to ride across Canada with me in a few days?"

So his friend...
Forum: Western Canada
07-09-08, 10:19 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 5,323
Posted By Canadian

Yesterday I soloed from St. Norbert to Niverville...

Yesterday I soloed from St. Norbert to Niverville and back; total was 60.25k (I rode juusstt a little farther so I could make sure the ride cleared 60k). They put down some impressively terrible...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-08, 10:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 450
Posted By Canadian

Looks like I'll just get teh classics and save my...

Looks like I'll just get teh classics and save my money. :) Thanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-09-08, 08:26 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 450
Posted By Canadian

Look's Keo Elle Pedals: Any Benefit To Going Women's Specific?

I've searched the forums and online and can't find the benefits of going with the female version of this road pedal. Is it purely looks? Surely there must be some functional difference. I just can't...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-08-08, 11:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,719
Posted By Canadian

I disliked my Terry Butterfly. I highly...

I disliked my Terry Butterfly.

I highly recommend Specialized's Lithia saddle that comes stock on the Dolce line. I put this on my Trek 1500 and have been forever thankful ever since. :)...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-13-08, 08:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 400
Posted By Canadian

Yes, I don't really need the full suspension. But...

Yes, I don't really need the full suspension. But I'd be getting the new Anthem for a fraction of the price because I got hired at a LBS. All my co-workers keep trying to convince me to go for the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-12-08, 11:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 400
Posted By Canadian

Giant Anthem Question

I live in the prairies. It's pretty damn flat here. So the Giant Anthem (Anthem 2, in my price range) makes for a fantastic Mountain Bike. Being a 5'7" 121 lb female, I also like it's lightness.
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-15-08, 12:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 527
Posted By Canadian

I was only looking to see if there was some...

I was only looking to see if there was some general SS parts; I've looked over Shimano and SRAM online and they don't have a subsection for it. So I was wondering if there was sort of a big...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-15-08, 12:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 527
Posted By Canadian

1. To Learn more quickly 2. I get discounts...

1. To Learn more quickly

2. I get discounts b/c a LBS hired a n00b roadie like myself due to a female shortage on staff, so it's not going to be nearly as pricey as it sounds (will get stuff at...
Forum: Commuting
05-14-08, 11:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 486
Posted By Canadian

Thanks:) (And I went to that site and...

Thanks:)

(And I went to that site and ordered the fire starter and some floaty rope for a canoe trip that I want to do this summer--thanks for the heads up on that. You ever visit...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-14-08, 11:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 527
Posted By Canadian

Commuting in the spring/summer/fall, ability to...

Commuting in the spring/summer/fall, ability to do some Ice Biking (Cyclocross) POSSIBLY. (In the Canadian winter, in case that wasn't clear.) I'm sort of one of those females that's always cold...
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