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07-02-16, 10:08 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,467
Posted By QNelson

Oh ya weird just hit that part at the 50k to go....

Oh ya weird just hit that part at the 50k to go. Is that normal, first year using NBC Sports Gold.
07-02-16, 06:52 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,467
Posted By QNelson

I'm watching it now and it's not bad. That being...

I'm watching it now and it's not bad. That being said I'm watching the stage one full replay and it's not Phil and Paul commentating it's Matthew Kennan. Is that the way it is for everyone else too ?
Forum: Commuting
10-13-15, 12:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 868
Posted By QNelson

My personal favorite for commuting is a...

My personal favorite for commuting is a cyclocross bike. I use my 2013 CAADX for commuting, light touring, and it has been my bike for 3 triathlons.
It is more aggressive in geometry, aka racey,...
Forum: Commuting
10-13-15, 09:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 868
Posted By QNelson

Forgot to mention above the money factor as that...

Forgot to mention above the money factor as that is important.

-Bike Share: $75ish a year member ship?
-Old ten speed: $250 used*
-Specialized Sirrus: $599 new*
-Lexa; $1,000 new*

-You can...
Forum: Commuting
10-13-15, 09:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 868
Posted By QNelson

I currently commute 3ish miles from Stadium...

I currently commute 3ish miles from Stadium Armory area to Metro center and ride a cyclocross bike. For me personally it depends on what your end goals are. If its strictly commuting/errand running...
07-17-15, 07:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,076
Posted By QNelson

Bar end shifters and in-line barrel adjuster

I am trying to set up my beater commuter bike and would like to use some cable housing that I cut but never used that has an inline barrel adjuster. Is this OK to use with bar end shifters. My only...
07-10-15, 10:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,048
Posted By QNelson

Great I 'll grab the rear derailleur with the...

Great I 'll grab the rear derailleur with the adjustment, its only a few dollars more. As far as crankset, as best as I can figure out its a Sake Ringyo(SR) Apex from the late 70's. The bike in...
07-08-15, 07:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,048
Posted By QNelson

Quick parts compatibility question bar end shifters

I picked up a set of dura ace 7900 bar end shifters for my commuter and want to make sure the rest of the parts i grab will work

I was looking at the following

Shimano Deore M592 SGS Shadow...
04-02-14, 08:27 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,099,054
Posted By QNelson

el cheapies by cst Amazon.com: CST - Cheng Shin...

el cheapies by cst
Amazon.com: CST - Cheng Shin Tire C-740 Road tire Wire Bead 700 x 23 All Blue: Sports & Outdoors...
03-30-14, 01:41 AM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,099,054
Posted By QNelson

89 Criterium BRC Carbon Fork Ultegra 6500...

89 Criterium

BRC Carbon Fork
Ultegra 6500 bits
Shimano 561 wheels

http://i693.photobucket.com/albums/vv299/QSNelson/00M0M_a7g7XnxJDNo_600x450.jpg...
03-16-14, 07:25 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,080
Posted By QNelson

Silca 2220 Schrader to Presta Adapter, Pump Parts...

Silca 2220 Schrader to Presta Adapter, Pump Parts & Gauges (http://www.bikeparts.com/search_results.asp?id=BPC306099&gclid=CIDE0ai0mL0CFaVQOgodkV4ASQ)
03-16-14, 08:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,080
Posted By QNelson

He's talking about one of these 369069 ...

He's talking about one of these
369069


EDIT: Ahh wait I see what your saying, i think he got mixed up and was still referring to the pic above though.
DOUBLE EDIT: Although they do make these...
03-10-14, 12:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,073
Posted By QNelson

huh, So I guess you really weren't kidding when...

huh, So I guess you really weren't kidding when you said
02-26-14, 07:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,194
Posted By QNelson

So other then having to replace the cable a...

So other then having to replace the cable a little more often i should be fine?
02-26-14, 09:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,194
Posted By QNelson

So what does the groove affect?

So what does the groove affect?
02-25-14, 11:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,194
Posted By QNelson

Awesome, those look great, the pods seem to be a...

Awesome, those look great, the pods seem to be a cheaper solution then most of the bar end shifters i've seen on ebay.
02-25-14, 10:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,194
Posted By QNelson

Rivendell shifter pod compatibility question

According to their website most Shimano downtube shifters will work with the pods if you buy the additional spacer. My question is this only clamp on downtube shifters or will braze on ones work as...
02-12-14, 11:52 AM
Replies: 5,734
Views: 1,646,780
Posted By QNelson

Ahh ok, it makes sense with the bullhorns, I just...

Ahh ok, it makes sense with the bullhorns, I just didn't understand how one would actually use those drops.
02-11-14, 03:19 PM
Replies: 5,734
Views: 1,646,780
Posted By QNelson

I don't understand how people ride these things.

I don't understand how people ride these things.
02-04-14, 07:30 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 10,014
Posted By QNelson

Judging by that picture it looks like you've...

Judging by that picture it looks like you've found "The Old Bike Shop" outside of Ballston/Claredon. That shop is amazing and the head shop mechanic Sway and owner Larry are amazing guys. I've bought...
12-19-13, 09:47 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 515
Posted By QNelson

Issue viewing forum with Google Chrome

All of a sudden I am having issues viewing the forum using Google chrome. The menu bar at the top is squished all the way to the left and as you scroll down the page it follows you as you scroll....
Replies: 23
Views: 1,743
Posted By QNelson

Some people have all the lucky eh? Great...

Some people have all the lucky eh?


Great find thumpic, that will turn out to be an amazing bike with new tubes/tires/chain and lots of elbow grease!
12-06-13, 10:25 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,145
Posted By QNelson

I'll shoot you a pm

I'll shoot you a pm
12-05-13, 04:56 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,145
Posted By QNelson

Ya, if I recall everyone got an aluminum fork but...

Ya, if I recall everyone got an aluminum fork but the sr400. Part of the wanting the carbon fork was also to just update the whole bike a bit, but based upon your guys suggestions I think I'm going...
12-05-13, 01:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,145
Posted By QNelson

haha its ok i'd have to source all these parts...

haha its ok i'd have to source all these parts eventually anyways and now i know where to come looking for them. A carbon fork would be a nice addition to the bike is stiff as hell
12-05-13, 12:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,145
Posted By QNelson

Thanks for the info. I am trying to price out in...

Thanks for the info. I am trying to price out in what order to start upgrading this thing and im torn between a new cf fork/headset/handlebar combo, or upgrading the groupset. It's pretty comforting...
12-05-13, 12:26 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,145
Posted By QNelson

That looks amazing, anymore pictures? ...

That looks amazing, anymore pictures?



I am, but unfortunately not until after the holidays. The pockets are a little light this time of year :(
12-05-13, 12:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,145
Posted By QNelson

Ok so then I guess my question should be: ...

Ok so then I guess my question should be:

If I decide to reuse the 126mm 105 rear hub, what would be my best option in updating my drive-train so that I can use STI shifters?
12-05-13, 10:57 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,145
Posted By QNelson

I believe that my bike has the older 126 spacing...

I believe that my bike has the older 126 spacing though. Not 100% on that I should really measure, guess I just assumed it would be since its only a 6spd.
12-05-13, 10:44 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,145
Posted By QNelson

Couple of Cannondale Criterium questions

So I have a 1990 SR400 with full 105 and I'm having a hard time find answers to some questions online, so i figured i'd ask our local experts.


Any idea how wide of a tire I can fit on this...
11-30-13, 09:21 PM
Replies: 21,737
Views: 3,073,884
Posted By QNelson

Is that the house from Home Alone?

Is that the house from Home Alone?
Forum: Commuting
11-30-13, 04:14 PM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 150,802
Posted By QNelson

Fair Enough, I hope the attached video will...

Fair Enough, I hope the attached video will answer your questions.
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x7mp2y_robin-hood-men-in-tights-men-in-tig_fun
Forum: Commuting
11-30-13, 03:44 PM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 150,802
Posted By QNelson

Why would you assume that? Can a man not have a...

Why would you assume that? Can a man not have a finely crafted derriere?
Forum: Commuting
11-30-13, 03:35 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,735
Posted By QNelson

-Work Clothes -Lunch for the day -various...

-Work Clothes
-Lunch for the day
-various fix-a-flat stuff

I've decided to leave my work shoes at work, and soon an emergency suit for meetings. I'm just starting out this commuting things so...
Forum: Commuting
11-30-13, 03:31 PM
Replies: 4,068
Views: 150,802
Posted By QNelson

Speaking of which, some urban youths commented on...

Speaking of which, some urban youths commented on the quality of my posterior in tights today. Not sure if they were yelling "nice ass" to be nice or mean. Either way I'm glad they notice, I've been...
Forum: Commuting
11-25-13, 09:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 624
Posted By QNelson

Thanks for finding that! Going to have do some...

Thanks for finding that! Going to have do some garage engineering it looks like, but I'm sure I can make it work.
Forum: Commuting
11-24-13, 01:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 624
Posted By QNelson

Ya the ones you linked were the ones I was...

Ya the ones you linked were the ones I was looking at, they are the only ones I could find that didnt turn at the end.
Forum: Commuting
11-24-13, 12:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 624
Posted By QNelson

Any idea who made this rack?

Trying to figure out who made this rack so that I can at least get an idea of what kind of mounting hardware it originally used. I haven't seen mounts like this before and all of the replacements...
11-20-13, 04:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,831
Posted By QNelson

Yes, that's the solution I'm looking at right...

Yes, that's the solution I'm looking at right now. A friend has a spare fork that we are going to try that too. I've removed the old fork in order to get the right size, and where as I don't see any...
11-19-13, 09:52 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,831
Posted By QNelson

Ahh ya, sorry read that wrong. So enlarge the top...

Ahh ya, sorry read that wrong. So enlarge the top lock nut. Is it possible to just get a top lock nut that should fit without modification?
11-19-13, 08:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,831
Posted By QNelson

Nice, I'm trying to do this as...

Nice, I'm trying to do this as cheaply/efficiently as possible so forgive my incessant questioning. So I can keep the headset I currently have installed but i will either need to replace the the fork...
11-18-13, 10:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,831
Posted By QNelson

In order to go to a 1 inch threaded fork that...

In order to go to a 1 inch threaded fork that will accept a more standard 22.2m stem i'll have to change out the headset though right?
11-18-13, 09:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,831
Posted By QNelson

Fork issues, need help.

Sorry little bit of a wordy explanation for my situation so bare with me.

I have, as far as I can tell, a 1984 Schwinn Le-tour that came with the .833 steam and fork. I recently tried to purchase...
Forum: Commuting
11-15-13, 08:16 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,453
Posted By QNelson

Wow those look amazing on that bike. Does it put...

Wow those look amazing on that bike. Does it put you in a semi-upright position?
Forum: Commuting
11-14-13, 10:23 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,453
Posted By QNelson

Any thoughts on a dirt drop/rando bar? I was...

Any thoughts on a dirt drop/rando bar? I was thinking the wider hand position with the availability of a shallow drop might light me sit up more while not sacrificing climbing like these ones from...
Forum: Commuting
11-14-13, 09:26 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,453
Posted By QNelson

So essential bullhorns with more upturned ends...

So essential bullhorns with more upturned ends like purist bars?
Forum: Commuting
11-14-13, 08:57 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,453
Posted By QNelson

Which handlebars are you using for your commute?

I recently started commuting the 7ish miles to work on a beater bike that was gifted to me and one of the first things I'm noticing is that the cheap bullhorns aren't very comfortable for me. I'd...
11-04-13, 12:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,156
Posted By QNelson

bummer, guess i'll have to search around for some...

bummer, guess i'll have to search around for some bars too. This cheap/free commuter is starting to cost more than I thought it would. :(
11-04-13, 11:15 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,825
Posted By QNelson

+1 to this. I'm 5'8'' on the dot and riding a 53...

+1 to this. I'm 5'8'' on the dot and riding a 53 comfortable (short legs/long torso). How low is the seat? Another thing that made a world of difference, at least for me, was using good quality bar...
11-04-13, 11:03 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,156
Posted By QNelson

went ahead and got this. Fingers crossed my...

went ahead and got this. Fingers crossed my handlebars that I have laying around will work.
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