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Forum: Fatbikes
08-10-18, 10:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,572
Posted By MNTC

Horizontal dropout fat frames

Do any horizontal dropout fat bike frames exist? Searching the internet and this board has been unsuccessful. Thanks!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-26-14, 11:15 PM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 852,165
Posted By MNTC

424938

424938
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-15-14, 11:39 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 13,171
Posted By MNTC

Some claim putting the forward foot under the...

Some claim putting the forward foot under the pedal for leverage with both legs is helpful... I would also recommend foot retention, and avoiding skidding in favor of braking to save tire wear.
Forum: Commuting
10-07-14, 11:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,609
Posted By MNTC

+1. First ulock through the frame, anchor and...

+1.
First ulock through the frame, anchor and rear wheel.
Second securing the front wheel to the frame.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-05-14, 12:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 782
Posted By MNTC

And that you have washers between the axle nuts...

And that you have washers between the axle nuts and ends/dropouts. That's a noob mistake I made a few years back, after a few pulled wheels I wised up and got the captive-washer style axle nuts for...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-14, 05:09 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,162
Posted By MNTC

Another +1 to this. I installed a bell on my new...

Another +1 to this. I installed a bell on my new beater for this season, which I use mainly on Saint Paul/Minneapolis MUPs, and even though it is no louder than my voice I get no indignant responses...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-22-14, 11:43 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,674
Posted By MNTC

Stem length affects handling, but 110mm is not...

Stem length affects handling, but 110mm is not too extreme. I would still discourage riding a bike that is too small for you, but it is a much better option than a frame that is too big. 51cm is way...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-14, 11:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,937
Posted By MNTC

I couldn't ride 6mi at any decent pace in...

I couldn't ride 6mi at any decent pace in business clothes in MN and not get sweaty. I imagine Houston would be worse.

Maybe join a gym near your workplace to change/shower at?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-22-14, 11:13 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,674
Posted By MNTC

Emphasis. Effective top tube length for sloped...

Emphasis. Effective top tube length for sloped top tube bikes if that wasn't clear.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-22-14, 11:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,405
Posted By MNTC

I've had good experiences with Velomine on a...

I've had good experiences with Velomine on a budget but damn do those Wabis look good. I'd be rocking a set myself if they (old ones) had been in stock when I was on the market.

That said VM Sun...
Forum: Commuting
09-20-14, 06:35 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,659
Posted By MNTC

Oooh! Getting one of those for this next winter,...

Oooh! Getting one of those for this next winter, a cursory google search suggests that they are not common but still available on certain sites including eBarf.
Forum: Commuting
09-20-14, 06:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,230
Posted By MNTC

No, you are not a BF-recognized legitimate...

No, you are not a BF-recognized legitimate commuter until you win your first Cat 6 race.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-14, 01:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,407
Posted By MNTC

Watched it three times and could not catch the...

Watched it three times and could not catch the fingers. Not saying it didn't happen, very believable story, but sadly not enough to press charges or make a big deal of without context. Sorry.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-14, 12:06 AM
Replies: 499
Views: 31,088
Posted By MNTC

Another +1 for Brian Ratliff's very reasonable...

Another +1 for Brian Ratliff's very reasonable perspective on this incident.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-19-14, 01:36 PM
Replies: 320
Views: 16,156
Posted By MNTC

This has come up in other threads and I suggest...

This has come up in other threads and I suggest abandoning your attempt to debate PaulRivers. He is apparently extremely photosensitive and in other threads has gone so far as to state he would...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-15-14, 08:34 PM
Replies: 1,508
Views: 149,840
Posted By MNTC

You are fine taking a link out of the chain as...

You are fine taking a link out of the chain as you did if the chain runs smoothly (you would notice if the pin you replaced was binding). Single speed-intended chains in general tolerate this very...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-14, 12:11 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 14,097
Posted By MNTC

406158

406158
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-11-14, 03:37 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,091
Posted By MNTC

That may be a factor, but most likely this is a...

That may be a factor, but most likely this is a result of riding more slowly on the sidewalk. When riding hard, your legs bear a decent amount of your weight, but tooling along at low speed on a...
Forum: Commuting
09-10-14, 11:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,287
Posted By MNTC

+1 Mine are not a particularly large frame but...

+1 Mine are not a particularly large frame but larger than average. I get some eye watering, but not enough to cause visibility/control issues. I also get some fogging, only at stops, but IME the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-10-14, 11:14 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,765
Posted By MNTC

I've been using 46x19 for about a year which is...

I've been using 46x19 for about a year which is the lowest I have ever used on fixed gear. I'm slower on descents but overall I prefer this gearing for the Twin Cities' rolling hills along the...
Forum: Commuting
09-10-14, 07:33 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 9,737
Posted By MNTC

For what it's worth, that double standard cuts...

For what it's worth, that double standard cuts both ways. Sorry to bring up such a serious topic in a lighthearted thread, and by no means am I suggesting you are insensitive to it, but here goes: A...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-10-14, 06:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 964
Posted By MNTC

In my opinion, don't bother undishing the wheel....

In my opinion, don't bother undishing the wheel. Just space the cog out far enough that it works, if you want a symmetrical wheel (not that important in the grand scheme of things) it'd be better to...
Forum: Commuting
09-06-14, 06:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,212
Posted By MNTC

Road conditions here vary greatly winter to...

Road conditions here vary greatly winter to winter. Last winter had next to no "melt days" where the temperature was high enough to get rid of accumulated ice, and it was hard to ride without...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-04-14, 11:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,134
Posted By MNTC

Is your budget a concern? If so, I would go with...

Is your budget a concern? If so, I would go with a Wabi complete rather than a piecemeal build from a frame for cost efficiency. This would also mean you could keep your Masi intact as a...
Forum: Commuting
08-17-14, 08:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,510
Posted By MNTC

Not too familiar with SPD-Ls but as an...

Not too familiar with SPD-Ls but as an alternative to backup shoes, consider bringing the hex key or whatever tool you use to attach the cleats instead. Much lighter and smaller, then if you do have...
Forum: Commuting
08-17-14, 08:31 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,857
Posted By MNTC

After multiple years of riding with fenders rain...

After multiple years of riding with fenders rain or shine on my beater, I am now gravitating towards a seat-post clip on for my rain riding. Keeps the crap off my back, which is necessary. I can...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-17-14, 08:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,536
Posted By MNTC

I wouldn't notice a difference between any of...

I wouldn't notice a difference between any of those set-ups. I also wouldn't spend more money to have matching drivetrain parts. YMMV.
Forum: Commuting
08-17-14, 07:05 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,648
Posted By MNTC

Payment packaging. If he doesn't find those...

Payment packaging. If he doesn't find those features useful, the bike is not a good value. That's why most bikes are sold without accessories.

Obviously if those are desirable accessories for you...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-17-14, 05:47 PM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 852,165
Posted By MNTC

WTH is going on with that steer tube/stem mount?

WTH is going on with that steer tube/stem mount?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-17-14, 05:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,125
Posted By MNTC

You'll be fine. If you can handle minor toe...

You'll be fine. If you can handle minor toe strikes without fenders you will probably be fine with them. Brief contact between the fender and your tire is not likely to stop the wheel dead, which is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-17-14, 12:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,125
Posted By MNTC

Toe striking with a front fender can lock up the...

Toe striking with a front fender can lock up the front wheel, as can a severe enough toe strike without a fender. Best to develop the riding technique to corner at low speed without striking than...
Forum: Commuting
08-16-14, 02:52 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,701
Posted By MNTC

N+1 time. Carrying a tank up a couple flights of...

N+1 time. Carrying a tank up a couple flights of stairs will never be fun, and if you're bike commuting only you ought to own a back-up anyway.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-15-14, 10:49 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,610,992
Posted By MNTC

Not sure what the majority of buyers are using...

Not sure what the majority of buyers are using alu der pulleys are intending to do, but I have a set on a Nuovo Record der on which the original vinyl (?) pulleys cracked and failed. Over $40 per is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-14-14, 08:57 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,610,992
Posted By MNTC

Bike to Canada.

Bike to Canada.
Forum: Commuting
08-14-14, 05:08 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 10,879
Posted By MNTC

Even if there aren't showers officially available...

Even if there aren't showers officially available for your use there may be options for you. If your college has a med school they will have shower facilities for overnight staff/students. At least...
Forum: Commuting
08-10-14, 10:39 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 6,029
Posted By MNTC

I take that trail almost daily, and often at...

I take that trail almost daily, and often at night but I absolutely agree with your assessment. There are potentially ride-ending hazards (paving issues mostly) that aren't easily visible by the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-09-14, 03:03 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,491
Posted By MNTC

Very optimistic.

Very optimistic.
Forum: Commuting
08-08-14, 09:00 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 6,279
Posted By MNTC

Just don't get too bright a light, or the folks...

Just don't get too bright a light, or the folks in the "Light intensity" thread will come after you :eek:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-08-14, 08:47 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,376
Posted By MNTC

Platform pedals with toe clips are good if you...

Platform pedals with toe clips are good if you want to avoid having to change shoes. Also comfortable clothes for biking if you don't change outfits as well.

Fenders are important to keep oneself...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-07-14, 02:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 587
Posted By MNTC

Cool link, but I imagine all of those cranksets...

Cool link, but I imagine all of those cranksets are incomparably stiffer than your buddy's. Also I would guess the frame flexing combined with a bad chainline is the culprit, as the crankset's arm...
Forum: Manufacturer, Retailer, Survey and Consumer Feedback
08-05-14, 08:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,263
Posted By MNTC

I'd like a steel fatbike with 4" tires and full...

I'd like a steel fatbike with 4" tires and full suspension and electronic shifting, and I want it to weigh 15 lbs max. And cost $200.
Forum: Commuting
08-05-14, 07:23 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 6,029
Posted By MNTC

This seems like a ridiculous argument to be...

This seems like a ridiculous argument to be having. In my area, the vast majority of riders use lights at night, on road and paths. You need a front light that not only shows others your location but...
Forum: Commuting
08-02-14, 01:40 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,510
Posted By MNTC

IIRC the Midtown Greenway is easily accessible...

IIRC the Midtown Greenway is easily accessible from St. Louis Park. I'm not sure how safe the greenway is at night, but from the W river end you can head up to the U campus, take Washington through...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-30-14, 06:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 821
Posted By MNTC

Oh right. I was thinking about the usefulness of...

Oh right. I was thinking about the usefulness of protecting the top tube in general, not with that specific item..

Does seem kind of unnecessary to buy it when all it takes is the leftovers from...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-30-14, 06:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 821
Posted By MNTC

Agree with the second part, but why is this only...

Agree with the second part, but why is this only beneficial on narrow tubing bikes (curious, not challenging)? I've found it helpful on any bike with no brakes or only a front brake, as well as drop...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-27-14, 01:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,144
Posted By MNTC

No reason to buy 105s for FGSS in my opinion....

No reason to buy 105s for FGSS in my opinion. Tektro makes functional and cheap brakes and levers, if I was buying new brakes today I would go with their levers and either their brakes or...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-26-14, 02:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,577
Posted By MNTC

If either model is in stock at a LBS, see if they...

If either model is in stock at a LBS, see if they will let you try a pair on for sizing. Buying a pair of cycling shoes sight unseen seems like a bad idea for someone with foot issues IMO.
Forum: Commuting
07-25-14, 02:49 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 9,987
Posted By MNTC

I have, but on the U of M(N) campus - where the...

I have, but on the U of M(N) campus - where the security guards will cut the offending lock and re-lock it with theirs, with a number on it to call to get it freed.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-14, 10:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,577
Posted By MNTC

+1 to above biking 80+mi in Chucks sounds like...

+1 to above biking 80+mi in Chucks sounds like torture...:twitchy:

There are biking-specific shoes out there that do not have cleats and will work with properly fitting toe clips (properly fitting...
Forum: Commuting
07-24-14, 06:05 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,483
Posted By MNTC

In St. Paul/Minneapolis I occasionally see...

In St. Paul/Minneapolis I occasionally see runners in the bike lane, always against the direction of traffic. If I don't feel it's safe to move out into traffic, I pull to the sidewalk side and...
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