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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-17-09, 10:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 487
Posted By auk

Thanks for the links, it does help quite a bit...

Thanks for the links, it does help quite a bit actually.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-17-09, 01:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 487
Posted By auk

Thoughts on retrofiting LED into L&M Arc housing

Having an issue with my Arc not igniting the bulb. Double click will cause the bulb to flicker and I can hear a zipping noise from the light, but no love after that. Battery is fully charged. I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-05-09, 01:43 PM
Replies: 5,455
Views: 3,892,188
Posted By auk

That pic reminds me of my long-time lust for that...

That pic reminds me of my long-time lust for that frame in THAT color. Very cool.
Forum: Great Lakes
09-22-09, 12:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 573
Posted By auk

Deming Park Cross Race Oct.17th

First year event, but organizers and all helpers are working to make it a great kick-off for years to come. Plans are even to have waffles and coffee served.
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-13-08, 07:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 768
Posted By auk

Or, just go to the local farm store and buy the...

Or, just go to the local farm store and buy the size/sound that you like. I have one that huge and is literally deafening to all in a 5ft range.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-03-08, 09:37 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,405
Posted By auk

Yup, spares are always good. Don't know why they...

Yup, spares are always good. Don't know why they said the kit didn't have them, as I just installed two bikes worth and both had them.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-02-08, 02:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,405
Posted By auk

The 720's come with the cable straddle that you...

The 720's come with the cable straddle that you describe.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-31-08, 05:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,216
Posted By auk

Almost everytime that I've called, I get a live...

Almost everytime that I've called, I get a live person. They (Tony, his wife, and daughter) are really the best people to deal with on orders or questions. Never had a problem with them on the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-08, 02:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,731
Posted By auk

Yes, they do work, and if you remove the rubber...

Yes, they do work, and if you remove the rubber grip, you are rewarded with an beautiful lever.
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
07-15-08, 09:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,431
Posted By auk

Sure, now do you want the special white version...

Sure, now do you want the special white version or will the standard fare do? All I ask in return is a set of FMB's with the Racing Ralph treads. We'll call it our early xmas exchange.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-15-08, 11:51 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 605
Posted By auk

Best bang for buck tire is the Michilen Muds. ...

Best bang for buck tire is the Michilen Muds. Wear fast if used on pavement, but amazing grip otherwise.
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
07-15-08, 09:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,431
Posted By auk

So far, no real issues with the Grifo's that I...

So far, no real issues with the Grifo's that I have. One does leak down to zerop overnight, but I think it may be a valve issue, and i haven't taken the time to swap valves out to confirm. If not,...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-08, 10:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,391
Posted By auk

The wider rim allows the tire to compress in a...

The wider rim allows the tire to compress in a linear manner. It also helps in cornering due to the fact that the tire does not micro-buckle as the weight of the rider is transfered.
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
07-14-08, 06:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,671
Posted By auk

Very nice. Bound for the 3-race weekend are they?

Very nice. Bound for the 3-race weekend are they?
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
07-01-08, 07:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,671
Posted By auk

Also known as the Belgium method. Super strong...

Also known as the Belgium method. Super strong bond and an absolute beatch to remove the tire if/when you need to. The upside to the hard removal is you could run a flat tire and still never roll...
Forum: Road Bike Marketplace
06-26-08, 07:55 AM
Replies: 3,426
Views: 460,395
Posted By auk

Have: Specialized Crossroads Hybrid that has had...

Have: Specialized Crossroads Hybrid that has had the dropouts replaced with Surly track ends with integrated derailler hanger. So, how you build it is open to the style you want on that day. Drops...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-24-08, 01:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,118
Posted By auk

And then there is this one too. Not mine, but it...

And then there is this one too. Not mine, but it makes me want one badly.

http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3108/2608635458_39367d2b9a_o.jpg
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-24-08, 01:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 813
Posted By auk

Once. Tire was going soft on lap one, lap two I...

Once. Tire was going soft on lap one, lap two I could feel the valve tapping when I hit the pavement section, lap three, I tossed the bike into a hard left on the grass section, and off came the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-18-08, 11:46 AM
Replies: 3,535
Views: 1,220,375
Posted By auk

Pull up your pants.

Pull up your pants.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-08, 11:44 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,049
Posted By auk

Easy fix is a piece of tape over the output...

Easy fix is a piece of tape over the output section of the meter screen.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-08, 11:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 625
Posted By auk

Would explain why D.Millar was using a Garmin 705...

Would explain why D.Millar was using a Garmin 705 on the bike he tossed over the barriers in the Giro, instead of the standard PowerTap headunit. Would also prove that Saris has the wireless setup...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-17-08, 11:58 AM
Replies: 7,147
Views: 558,564
Posted By auk

Have: Specialized Crossroads Hybrid that has had...

Have: Specialized Crossroads Hybrid that has had the dropouts replaced with Surly track ends with integrated derailler hanger. So, how you build it is open to the style you want on that day. Drops...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-08, 09:18 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,071
Posted By auk

We are not alone.

We are not alone.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-08, 08:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 658
Posted By auk

Yes, but it would involve chopping off the 1"...

Yes, but it would involve chopping off the 1" headtube and having a frambuilder weld on a new 1-1/8" headtube. The correct size fork would be the logical solution.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-25-08, 01:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,005
Posted By auk

A good friend of mine bought that bike this past...

A good friend of mine bought that bike this past winter. He loves it.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-08, 09:23 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,549
Posted By auk

Nope, the town was the host to the World...

Nope, the town was the host to the World Cyclocross Championships in 1999where American Junior Matt Kelly won the gold. He then promptly disappeared from cross racing.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-18-08, 03:05 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 19,310
Posted By auk

Don't be fooled, the Aerospokes are the farthest...

Don't be fooled, the Aerospokes are the farthest thing from aero that you can get.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-08, 12:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 290
Posted By auk

Definately hit up either BGI Bloomington or...

Definately hit up either BGI Bloomington or Revolution Bike and Bean for shop rides. Also make the jaunt over to Brown County State Park and do some laps within the park. Former Pan-Am Games road...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-18-08, 08:40 AM
Replies: 7,147
Views: 558,564
Posted By auk

Have: 700c/650c combo build. Rear is a 700c...

Have:
700c/650c combo build. Rear is a 700c Velocity Deep-V, black with machined brake surface. 32 Hole, laced with black butted spokes to a black Paul track hub (fixed/free). Silver nipples. Rear...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-14-08, 07:09 AM
Replies: 7,147
Views: 558,564
Posted By auk

Have: 700c/650c combo build. Rear is a 700c...

Have:
700c/650c combo build. Rear is a 700c Velocity Deep-V, black with machined brake surface. 32 Hole, laced with black butted spokes to a black Paul track hub (fixed/free). Silver nipples. Rear...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-08, 07:20 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,202
Posted By auk

You can also find a bit of relief by moving your...

You can also find a bit of relief by moving your cleats as far back as possible. This lessens the amount of stress put on that area. In extreme cases, you might need to consider the mid-cleat...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-08, 11:45 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,783
Posted By auk

Rodrigo, check your p.m.'s.

Rodrigo, check your p.m.'s.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-11-08, 11:44 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,943
Posted By auk

Yes, no problem. Been there, doing it right now.

Yes, no problem. Been there, doing it right now.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-08, 12:58 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,465
Posted By auk

What, no cables?

What, no cables?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-05-08, 07:21 PM
Replies: 3,535
Views: 1,220,375
Posted By auk

Color reminds me of the early model Cannondale...

Color reminds me of the early model Cannondale track's.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-08, 12:58 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 5,537
Posted By auk

Not all of them. Only the deep section versions....

Not all of them. Only the deep section versions. Also, the rear disc that Astana is using now is made by Carbonsports with a nice paintjob to cover it.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-03-08, 03:36 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,626
Posted By auk

The waitlist is the length that it is for the...

The waitlist is the length that it is for the same reason a Richard Sachs build will put you at a 5-1/2 year wait. Incredible craftmanship, huge demand, single or single+helper person operation, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-29-08, 12:48 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 942
Posted By auk

The Icebreaker stuff is amazing.

The Icebreaker stuff is amazing.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-08, 07:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 445
Posted By auk

If you break a spoke, the wheel is done. They do...

If you break a spoke, the wheel is done. They do not repair broken spokes, as they have no way of putting the replacement under tension. If you crack a rim, they will repair that damage.

They do...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-23-08, 06:41 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,575
Posted By auk

TRPs are the same way. The CR720's have a...

TRPs are the same way. The CR720's have a adjustment options.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-23-08, 05:19 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,575
Posted By auk

They are light, and a copy of the...

They are light, and a copy of the Empella/Froggleg/etc., but they suck at adjustments. They offer no toe adustment unless you bend the pad posts.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-08, 02:04 PM
Replies: 412
Views: 31,118
Posted By auk

Actually, they did very well last year on the...

Actually, they did very well last year on the domestic race scene. This is a huge step forward for them this year. I hope they do well.

As for their kit, not all that much more shocking than...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-22-08, 01:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 865
Posted By auk

Only if you ride down dirt roads and across grass...

Only if you ride down dirt roads and across grass often. :)

Joking aside, you'll be fine.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-22-08, 09:37 AM
Replies: 7,147
Views: 558,564
Posted By auk

HAVE: Schwinn Chicago Madison. 52c-t-c...

HAVE:

Schwinn Chicago Madison. 52c-t-c seattube, 54cm c-t-c toptube. Columbus Tenax tubing. Probably one of the least molested examples that I've seen. Frame has a few small chips, nothing big....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-04-08, 02:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,575
Posted By auk

The V's will offer much better "ultimate"...

The V's will offer much better "ultimate" stopping power, however, they run very close to the rim. Also, they require you to runa travel agent in order to bring the travel ratio back to terms...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-03-08, 10:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,575
Posted By auk

The new Tektro CR720's are a very good and...

The new Tektro CR720's are a very good and cheaper alternative to the Paul Neo's. Same basic design, good clearance for mud, and very affordable. I have both and it is hard to justify the Pauls at...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-08, 03:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,905
Posted By auk

Get a bag of nipple washers to use between the...

Get a bag of nipple washers to use between the nipple and the rim. Double them up and you will be fine. BTDT
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-08, 02:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,905
Posted By auk

+10

+10
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-08, 12:53 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 408
Posted By auk

Very common to use the Stans sealent in the...

Very common to use the Stans sealent in the western states due to the goatheads. And yes, it does work. The extra weight is not an issue, as you don't need to put a large amount in the tire for it...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-08, 09:56 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,848
Posted By auk

You're forgetting the most common reason they are...

You're forgetting the most common reason they are on clinchers, the tire company they are sponsored by does not produce a tubular tire. Healthnet, sponsored by Maxxis used to use rebaged tubbies on...
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