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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-23-13, 09:49 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,616,087
Posted By skielbasa

Today I realized how much I missed this place...

Today I realized how much I missed this place...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-06-13, 01:34 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,616,087
Posted By skielbasa

Today I am no longer employed... at least I get...

Today I am no longer employed... at least I get more bike time now.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-13-13, 09:06 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,616,087
Posted By skielbasa

Today I had to cancel my ride due to the rain.

Today I had to cancel my ride due to the rain.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-13-13, 08:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,107
Posted By skielbasa

I have a Windsor Clockwork (same frame as an...

I have a Windsor Clockwork (same frame as an Hour) and I feel like it's nice for the money and rides pretty nice.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-07-13, 03:31 PM
Replies: 3,906
Views: 624,065
Posted By skielbasa

... I did... Not sure how I feel about admitting...

... I did... Not sure how I feel about admitting that.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-04-13, 03:20 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 840
Posted By skielbasa

Since you're on a budget, buying a complete wheel...

Since you're on a budget, buying a complete wheel + cog is going to be cheaper than a hub, spokes, nipples, rim, shop labor + cog. It would also be a good idea to check the spacing of your dropouts.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-28-13, 08:37 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,616,087
Posted By skielbasa

Today I went over my bars for the first time in...

Today I went over my bars for the first time in my life. I managed to catch the bike before it followed me to the ground, and bring it down gently so the only thing that took any damage were my bar...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-25-13, 07:40 PM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,097,955
Posted By skielbasa

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31Lkfb8cJaL....

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31Lkfb8cJaL._SX_.jpg
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41Gt%2B5NTaXL._SX_.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-25-13, 07:16 AM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 853,254
Posted By skielbasa

Historic jackassery ...

Historic jackassery
http://www.core77.com/blog/exhibitions/too_much_to_resist_design_and_bikes_at_the_portland_art_museum_25104.asp
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-22-13, 11:50 PM
Replies: 4,305
Views: 265,210
Posted By skielbasa

Probably will end up rewraping them.

Probably will end up rewraping them.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-22-13, 11:28 PM
Replies: 4,305
Views: 265,210
Posted By skielbasa

Street cred means even less here than the nothing...

Street cred means even less here than the nothing at already means (though I did wrap it like that for looks), but the bars feel a bit too small holding it on the bare section and the finishing tape...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-22-13, 05:25 PM
Replies: 4,305
Views: 265,210
Posted By skielbasa

Should I rewrap my bars so the tape goes to the...

Should I rewrap my bars so the tape goes to the stem? Here's a pic of how they're wrapped now for reference:
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If so should I wrap from the inside out using no finishing tape and the bar...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-08-13, 08:36 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,616,087
Posted By skielbasa

Today I had a very wet ride.

Today I had a very wet ride.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-08-13, 07:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,545
Posted By skielbasa

I use Chrome Midway's and Shimano M530 pedals...

I use Chrome Midway's and Shimano M530 pedals (comes with single release cleats). The pedals are basically 520's with a frame around them to better support your foot, which besides being slightly...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-06-13, 07:16 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,616,087
Posted By skielbasa

Today I saw this...

Today I saw this http://www.theverge.com/2013/6/5/4399718/cycling-app-strava-not-to-blame-for-kim-flint-death

I echo the sentiments of the first commenter "Oh my goodness. Sanity prevails!!! I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-01-13, 06:51 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,616,087
Posted By skielbasa

Today I had a date with the Leader. Rode it in...

Today I had a date with the Leader. Rode it in the rain for the first time (cut the ride short as the rain got too hard). I found a sweet spot on my saddle that made it much more comfortable and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-29-13, 01:08 PM
Replies: 1,489
Views: 186,715
Posted By skielbasa

Plane ride playlist:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6lPV4_NRrhs

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m4SBGLtJvPo

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2EIeUlvHAiM

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Lf-rEslupnY
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-25-13, 06:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 709
Posted By skielbasa

The general consensus is that purefix really...

The general consensus is that purefix really aren't worth the money
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-23-13, 02:15 PM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 853,254
Posted By skielbasa

Yeah, it is; that's from a 10 minute (2 mile)...

Yeah, it is; that's from a 10 minute (2 mile) stretch towards the end where they're widening the road and building new overpasses. Unfortunately every day is a driving day since my comute is about...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-23-13, 02:07 PM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,117,517
Posted By skielbasa

Not Scrod, but it looks like this might be it...

Not Scrod, but it looks like this might be it http://www.archivebag.com/saddlebag.html
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-23-13, 09:54 AM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 853,254
Posted By skielbasa

On my way to work this morning this: ...

On my way to work this morning this:
http://i.imgur.com/1TCn6uB.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-17-13, 10:28 PM
Replies: 4,189
Views: 835,399
Posted By skielbasa

Thanks. And kinda meh (doesn't stay put well) but...

Thanks. And kinda meh (doesn't stay put well) but its better than nothing.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-17-13, 09:50 PM
Replies: 2,784
Views: 603,734
Posted By skielbasa

http://www.bikeforums.net/attachment.php?attachmen...

http://www.bikeforums.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=317443&d=1368848601
Cross post from "Post Your SS or FG megathread!...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-17-13, 09:47 PM
Replies: 4,189
Views: 835,399
Posted By skielbasa

My newest addition on its maiden voyage, nicer...

My newest addition on its maiden voyage, nicer photos once I get the fit dialed in.
http://www.bikeforums.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=317442&d=1368848599...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-17-13, 08:27 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,616,087
Posted By skielbasa

Today I finished building my Leader 725 and took...

Today I finished building my Leader 725 and took it for a short 5 mile test ride, still dialing in the fit (will probably raise the bars a hair) but it was sooo nice. I was worried that since it's an...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-17-13, 05:53 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,616,087
Posted By skielbasa

That's what I'm worried about. I do have the...

That's what I'm worried about. I do have the tension all the way down though, I'm sure that will help a tiny bit.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-16-13, 09:23 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,616,087
Posted By skielbasa

Today I rode clipless for the first time... I...

Today I rode clipless for the first time... I think I like it. Definitely easier to get in; getting out isn't really easier or harder, just different.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-12-13, 09:37 PM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,097,955
Posted By skielbasa

Louis Garneau Men's 12c Air Gel Cycling Glove ...

Louis Garneau Men's 12c Air Gel Cycling Glove
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/414d2Nv0GEL._SX_.jpg

Shimano PD-M530 Pedals
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41EitLA31HL._SX_.jpg
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-11-13, 02:07 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,616,087
Posted By skielbasa

Thanks for the congrats, and to stay on topic:...

Thanks for the congrats, and to stay on topic: today I went to the zoo for the first time in years... Also got to pet sting rays lol.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-11-13, 09:16 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,616,087
Posted By skielbasa

A day late, but yesterday I got married.

A day late, but yesterday I got married.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-08-13, 09:21 AM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,097,955
Posted By skielbasa

Bottle cage actually, but the bottle cage has a...

Bottle cage actually, but the bottle cage has a spot for a pump on it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-08-13, 08:39 AM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,097,955
Posted By skielbasa

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31RQpMHTvlL....

http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/31RQpMHTvlL._SX385_.jpg
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41%2B6Ctgpy9L.jpg
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41SK5ZMAcdL._SX385_.jpg...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-03-13, 06:57 PM
Replies: 4,189
Views: 835,399
Posted By skielbasa

314593 Last pic until its done. Its just...

314593
Last pic until its done. Its just missing bars (the saddle is in the pic on the Clockwork). So excited.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-02-13, 06:17 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,913
Posted By skielbasa

Today I replaced my Leader's stock Tekktro bake...

Today I replaced my Leader's stock Tekktro bake pads with Koolstop dual compound pads, made the initial cut on its streerer tube, fitted a compression plug, installed a GXP BB and SRAM S300 crankset,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-27-13, 08:59 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,913
Posted By skielbasa

Today I rode 30 miles even though I'm still...

Today I rode 30 miles even though I'm still getting over being sick.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-26-13, 01:50 PM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,097,955
Posted By skielbasa

http://cache1.bigcartel.com/product_images/4432374...

http://cache1.bigcartel.com/product_images/44323749/300.jpg
http://cache0.bigcartel.com/product_images/95120479/300.jpg
http://ecx.images-amazon.com/images/I/41wBckxW-hL._SX385_.jpg
19 tooth...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-25-13, 02:35 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,913
Posted By skielbasa

Interesting, I'd like to try that conference bike.

Interesting, I'd like to try that conference bike.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-24-13, 08:15 PM
Replies: 4,305
Views: 265,210
Posted By skielbasa

Thanks, I'm taken your guys' advice and go with...

Thanks, I'm taken your guys' advice and go with the 48x19.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-24-13, 05:57 PM
Replies: 4,305
Views: 265,210
Posted By skielbasa

Should I go 48x18 (70.3) or 48x19 (66.6) with my...

Should I go 48x18 (70.3) or 48x19 (66.6) with my Leader build? I feel a little over-geared, for my fitness level, on my Clockwork which is 46x17 (71.4). I'm afraid 70.3 would feel almost the same,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-23-13, 07:13 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,913
Posted By skielbasa

Today I found this 312652

Today I found this
312652
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-19-13, 11:21 AM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,913
Posted By skielbasa

Reminds me of this ...

Reminds me of this

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GX7V_720Wcs
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-18-13, 12:18 PM
Replies: 1,489
Views: 186,715
Posted By skielbasa

311554 chill day at work

311554
chill day at work
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-16-13, 07:14 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,913
Posted By skielbasa

http://m.urbandictionary.com/#define?term=Man%20th...

http://m.urbandictionary.com/#define?term=Man%20that's%20Thirsty
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-16-13, 11:36 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 8,325
Posted By skielbasa

I have the medium sized one (the Rummy) and love...

I have the medium sized one (the Rummy) and love it. It goes with me everywhere. As for OP's questions, I'm a big dude (size 40 waist) and the Rummy still seems kinda big sometimes, that said, it...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-14-13, 08:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,171
Posted By skielbasa

It might be a visp.

It might be a visp.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-13, 04:36 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,913
Posted By skielbasa

Today I almost had a heat stroke while riding,...

Today I almost had a heat stroke while riding, gotta remember to bring more water next time.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-13, 09:54 AM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,097,955
Posted By skielbasa

For the Leader ...

For the Leader
http://cache0.bigcartel.com/product_images/52391899/Ribmo-wm.jpg
http://cache1.bigcartel.com/product_images/73691601/TektroR540-2-wm.jpg...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-09-13, 12:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 854
Posted By skielbasa

The Clockwork has cartridge bearings in the hubs,...

The Clockwork has cartridge bearings in the hubs, and the Hour has caged ball (though it says they are sealed), the Clockwork is also more expensive. As for size, you should get fitted either at your...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-07-13, 08:51 PM
Replies: 4,189
Views: 835,399
Posted By skielbasa

Thanks, and probably 3-4 more paychecks, so like...

Thanks, and probably 3-4 more paychecks, so like 6-8 weeks. I'm hoping I can save more to get it done faster since I'm done saving for my wedding anymore (32 days to The Day).

Funny thing is my...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-07-13, 03:04 PM
Replies: 4,189
Views: 835,399
Posted By skielbasa

My Leader build as it currently stands, will...

My Leader build as it currently stands, will probably be a few more months before it's finished http://i45.tinypic.com/2zplb0o.jpg
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