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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-26-06, 11:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,020
Posted By plantdude

I've ridden mine on the track several times. The...

I've ridden mine on the track several times. The geometry is not as appropriate for a velodrome as my Rock Lobster, but I didn't have any problems spankin people on it or having a blast on it.

I'd...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-24-06, 12:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,020
Posted By plantdude

I'm 6'0" and ride a 58. It fits fine, though the...

I'm 6'0" and ride a 58. It fits fine, though the top tube is a tad long (with a 110 stem). Putting a 90mm stem on there would make it just right I think.

A 56 might feel a bit long for you, but it...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-24-06, 12:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,880
Posted By plantdude

there is a tool to fix bent chainrings. If you...

there is a tool to fix bent chainrings. If you are mechanically inclined, and meticulous, you can very easily bend one back. Take your time and move it a little bit at a time.

Although it is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-24-06, 12:11 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 564
Posted By plantdude

Before there were public parks in the US (prior...

Before there were public parks in the US (prior to the mid-1800's) cemeteries served the communty as a place for strolling, picnicking, and getting a breath of fresh air. On Sundays, folks would put...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-31-06, 09:20 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,928
Posted By plantdude

There sure are a lot of complainers on this site....

There sure are a lot of complainers on this site. I've had mine for two years now and despite its bad reputation because it's an off the shelf rig made by a large company, I have to say that I quite...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-06, 11:22 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,162
Posted By plantdude

I had a blow out last year while going around a...

I had a blow out last year while going around a turn...on my track bike (with a brake)...going about 25 mph. Let me just say it was not pretty. I was pedeling through a fast turn and heard a loud...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-23-06, 03:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,507
Posted By plantdude

I think that it is fine to not have any "slack"...

I think that it is fine to not have any "slack" in the chain. Personally, I don't like the loosness while track standing at lights, so I tighten just enough so that there isn't any play in the pedal...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-18-06, 06:56 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,039
Posted By plantdude

The last time a velodrome was proposed (per the...

The last time a velodrome was proposed (per the above mentioned link) it was in response to San Francisco trying to get the 2012 summer olympics, as you can't possibly get them, without proposing a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-16-06, 08:51 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 10,450
Posted By plantdude

Reading these posts was amusing more than...

Reading these posts was amusing more than anything else...and makes me a bit sad about the current state of the bike community. Personally, the main reasons I ride bikes (regardless of the type,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-04-06, 08:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 574
Posted By plantdude

You might want to end your trip at the UC Davis...

You might want to end your trip at the UC Davis sports medicine clinic - they are the experts in knee problems. You'll most likely have some...

Should be a beautiful ride though.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-04-06, 08:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,051
Posted By plantdude

I ride a range of crank lengths on a regular...

I ride a range of crank lengths on a regular basis: 175's on the road bike and single speed mountain bike, 170's on my everyday track bike, and 165's on my custom track bike. While I do notice a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-02-06, 10:34 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,316
Posted By plantdude

I think that the idea that octalink setups can...

I think that the idea that octalink setups can strip is due to improper installation/maintenance. I noticed on my track cranks, that they did loosen up a bit after my first few rides. I just...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-01-06, 09:56 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,316
Posted By plantdude

No problems here...on either my track bike (165...

No problems here...on either my track bike (165 DA) or road bike (175 DA) with over 5K mi
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-01-06, 06:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 388
Posted By plantdude

Thanks for all of the suggestions. I'll look into...

Thanks for all of the suggestions. I'll look into the Millenium Park rentals.

I ride a 58cm road/track bike in case anyone out there is willing to rent me one of their own steeds. I used to work...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-01-06, 01:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 388
Posted By plantdude

Chi-town bike rental?

I am coming out to Chi-town to visit a friend for a few days over the 4th of July and was wondering if anyone knew of a place that rents decent bikes. I would like to be able to ride around the city,...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-21-06, 08:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 679
Posted By plantdude

I suffer from knee pain from a cycling accident 5...

I suffer from knee pain from a cycling accident 5 years ago (was hit by a truck). Stretching is THE key to keeping my body feeling good. Sometimes I go through periods when I get to lazy to stretch -...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-21-06, 08:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,054
Posted By plantdude

I know it is a bummer and that the idea of it is...

I know it is a bummer and that the idea of it is totally f-ed up, but try to think on the bright side: at least urine is sterile, and it was used by past civilizations (and current ones) for a whole...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-20-06, 09:03 PM
Replies: 188
Views: 7,342
Posted By plantdude

my quiver seems to fluctuate year by year, but...

my quiver seems to fluctuate year by year, but currently:

Rock Lobster custom track
Langster (not stock) track
LOOK road
Ventana single speed mountain
Lemond cyclocross
Specialized touring...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-25-06, 02:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,130
Posted By plantdude

I have found that riding the track bike (48x16)...

I have found that riding the track bike (48x16) on rides and commuting has built my leg stregth and ability to push large gears, (my spin is good too, but I've the rollers to thank for that ;) ). But...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-24-06, 02:27 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,127
Posted By plantdude

regarding the tubing, colnago, LOOK, and others...

regarding the tubing, colnago, LOOK, and others are using these types of tubes of different shapes - each tube is specifically designed for its location on the bike. Speaking from experience of...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-06, 08:42 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,485
Posted By plantdude

Having been a long time mtn biker myself, one of...

Having been a long time mtn biker myself, one of the big differences I notice on a mtn bike versus a road bike is that off road you tend to mash on the pedals due to uneven terrain, needing short...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
03-20-06, 10:38 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 559
Posted By plantdude

Pursuit Set-up

I know that many pursuit bikes are specifically designed just for this event. In spite of this, I'd like to be able to set up my Rock Lobster (http://velospace.org/node/218) for doing (team) pursuit...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-18-06, 09:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 821
Posted By plantdude

+1 for Time ATAC I've had one pair for...

+1 for Time ATAC

I've had one pair for several years now and switch them back and forth between my cross bike, fixed gear street bike (I ride dura ace road petals on the track bike) and single...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-18-06, 09:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 636
Posted By plantdude

Speedplays are good in that there is no...

Speedplays are good in that there is no resistance when clipping in or out, which can hurt some people's knees. I have tried them and don't like them; you can easily slip right out of them (although...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-17-06, 09:35 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,332
Posted By plantdude

I found a source for the 15 mm stubby gear...

I found a source for the 15 mm stubby gear wrench:

http://www.toolsource.com/ost/product.asp?sourceid=googlegearwrench&dept%5Fid=500&pf%5Fid=69927&mscssid=E9DU99N9V2PJ9KGJ2MLXGGMB82RT59K7
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-16-06, 09:34 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,332
Posted By plantdude

Eventhough I am set up with wrenches galore, I...

Eventhough I am set up with wrenches galore, I think I have to get that 15mm stuby Gearwrench. Perfect for a jersey pocket or seat bag, and seems industrial strength
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-15-06, 10:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 483
Posted By plantdude

You need 1/8th You need a lock ring 48x14...

You need 1/8th
You need a lock ring

48x14 is a pretty large gear. You must be a beast...or your knees will be hurting shortly
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-15-06, 09:45 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,332
Posted By plantdude

I have a few of those dumbell wrenches laying...

I have a few of those dumbell wrenches laying around and I never use them. Eventhough they are metric, they don't fit 15mm track nuts as snugly as I would like, and can mar the corners of the nuts a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-14-06, 01:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 443
Posted By plantdude

Wow! That will be a sweet ride for sure. I've...

Wow! That will be a sweet ride for sure. I've done the ride up to SF from the Cruz when I used to live down there, but on my road bike. I never dreamed of doing it fixed or even single speed for that...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-14-06, 01:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 779
Posted By plantdude

Hmmmm....mine seem to be 110, double sided, and...

Hmmmm....mine seem to be 110, double sided, and NJS stamped...no problems here as you folks are suggesting. Just got mine fairly recently too (1.5 mo. ago). Pretty sure they came from EAI.

kyle,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-13-06, 11:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 779
Posted By plantdude

but they are oh-so-sweet...

but they are oh-so-sweet...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-13-06, 10:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,641
Posted By plantdude

great suggestions on solvents to clean chains. I...

great suggestions on solvents to clean chains. I have always used citrus degreaser because of its "biodegradability." How do you dispose of these other chemicals (mineral spirits, kerosene)? Do you...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-11-06, 11:07 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,275
Posted By plantdude

A beer after a ride?

What would some of you expert nutritionalists and food chemists have to say about drinking a beer following a ride? Some of the darker beers especially, have lots of calories that are readily...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-06, 10:57 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,129
Posted By plantdude

I often have the same craving, although usually...

I often have the same craving, although usually convince myself that it is bad and I should drink water or other recovery drink instead. What are the negative attributes of drinking a beer after a...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-06, 10:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,445
Posted By plantdude

I am not sure of the "danger" with regards to...

I am not sure of the "danger" with regards to carbon steerer failure, but having that many spacers may created undesireable flexing of the steerer. The suggestion for a square dimension seems like a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-08-06, 04:44 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,054
Posted By plantdude

With regards to the fork, Paul Sadoff used a fork...

With regards to the fork, Paul Sadoff used a fork crown that looks similar/identical to fabricate the fork on my custom points race frame.

http://velospace.org/node/218

Pretty sure my fork is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-07-06, 10:09 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,520
Posted By plantdude

Just take your time and you should be able to...

Just take your time and you should be able to bend it back. Go slowly and use a tool such as open endend wrench or adjustable wrench, although there is a tool made specifically for this:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-07-06, 10:01 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 987
Posted By plantdude

I know you said SF, but you could hop on the BART...

I know you said SF, but you could hop on the BART (get off Macarthur Blvd.) to Oakland and check out Montano Velo. They are really becoming the THE place for track suff, IMHO. On any given day you'll...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-05-06, 05:33 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,180
Posted By plantdude

It seems that you have a pretty good handle on...

It seems that you have a pretty good handle on your dietary intake. However, from a cursory viewpoint, it seems that you need to have a higher percentage of fresh fruits and vegetables. Don't...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-05-06, 05:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 578
Posted By plantdude

I don't have any personal experience with morning...

I don't have any personal experience with morning cardio for weight loss, however I can attest to it's effects of increasing my metabolism throughout the day - which would be a great thing for your...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-05-06, 05:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,228
Posted By plantdude

How bad is the tear? I had a meniscal tear in the...

How bad is the tear? I had a meniscal tear in the left knee several years ago from getting hit by a truck while riding. I had the surgery, per recommendation of my orthopedist (as well as my lawyer)....
Forum: Road Cycling
03-05-06, 12:54 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 18,857
Posted By plantdude

My look KG481. Has 5,000 miles on it (I have...

My look KG481. Has 5,000 miles on it (I have replaced the drivetrain only recently) and still going strong! Very comfortable geometry, climbs like a bat out of hell, and descends like a banshee. The...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-03-06, 06:17 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,219
Posted By plantdude

sounds like a fun idea. WHy not rustle up a...

sounds like a fun idea. WHy not rustle up a bicycle polo set and have one of the callenges be to get a golf ball into a pin...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-02-06, 12:55 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,614
Posted By plantdude

:rolleyes:

:rolleyes:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-28-06, 12:44 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 4,551
Posted By plantdude

second ones...I have them on my daily fixed gear...

second ones...I have them on my daily fixed gear and really like them. Great for climbing and sprinting, and keeping in the draft of an SUV.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-06, 10:11 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,582
Posted By plantdude

How sloping are you talking about? My newest...

How sloping are you talking about? My newest addition to the fleet has a slightly sloping top tube, and I really like it:

http://velospace.org/node/218

Sloping top tubes on both road bikes and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-06, 08:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,867
Posted By plantdude

Montano Velo in Oakland always seems to be...

Montano Velo in Oakland always seems to be rolling yet another sick Cervelo out the door. They are very knowledgeable there and have a great selection.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-22-06, 07:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 436
Posted By plantdude

That would freak'n rock the free world!...

That would freak'n rock the free world! Especially if it was lit and SAFE. That way you could ride back and forth at any time of day or night.

Unfortunately, the reality of this is highly...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-22-06, 07:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 6,692
Posted By plantdude

IMHO one of the reasons to go custom is to be...

IMHO one of the reasons to go custom is to be able to talk directly with the frame builder himself. That way they can design for all of the idiosyncracies that you may desire in a frame. Why not go...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-16-06, 09:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,535
Posted By plantdude

It's not that they are uncomfortable, but they...

It's not that they are uncomfortable, but they are really designed to be used while in the drops. If you have your bike set up for the track (being hunkered over the front end), being in the drops...
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