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Forum: Commuting
02-28-04, 10:03 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,166
Posted By Miyataphile

Hey, N7CZinMT I ride 6 miles at 50...

Hey, N7CZinMT

I ride 6 miles at 50 minutes!!! Slow, but you have to consider the terrain. It'll hilly where I ride and I'm not riding a racing bike like some bike. A touring bike with racks &...
Forum: Commuting
02-28-04, 09:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 838
Posted By Miyataphile

Used Used Used Used Used Used Did I say...

Used Used Used Used Used Used

Did I say Used.

Great bang for your buck and it can be very stylist since you can find some really unique or uncommon bikes and you can upgrade them without...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-28-04, 08:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,252
Posted By Miyataphile

I would definitely put old school deerhead Deore...

I would definitely put old school deerhead Deore XT thumb shifters on anything that goes up to 8 speed. Phil wood hubs built to any assortment of Mavic rims and DT spokes. Those would be on all my...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-28-04, 08:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,252
Posted By Miyataphile

Hey MKRG, where do you find $10 531 frames?...

Hey MKRG,

where do you find $10 531 frames? Ebay, I think not, but maybe yard sales.

Please tell me more.

MIyataphile
Forum: Touring
02-28-04, 08:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 887
Posted By Miyataphile

Go for the ebay, IT's cheap. the most important...

Go for the ebay, IT's cheap. the most important thing about the size for ebay is the standover height and the top tube. Make sure you have about a inch of clearance. The top tube is a tad bit more...
Forum: Commuting
02-27-04, 07:40 PM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,283,054
Posted By Miyataphile

Took my first commute of the year. I biked in at...

Took my first commute of the year. I biked in at about 7:00 am and made it to work in about a hour. I as only 6 miles, but there's some major hills in Northern New Jersey. I took the train home since...
Forum: Commuting
02-27-04, 07:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 18,450
Posted By Miyataphile

I've actually found a sturdy messenger's bag that...

I've actually found a sturdy messenger's bag that I strap onto my rack with bungle cords. When I'm off my bike, I use the bag just like any messenger bag. I find this is helpful for security reason...
Forum: Touring
02-22-04, 09:30 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,018
Posted By Miyataphile

mgagnonlv You have a rear cog of 52...

mgagnonlv

You have a rear cog of 52 teeth!!!! Show me a pic because I can't believe you.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-22-04, 09:14 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,684
Posted By Miyataphile

I got them. They work fine. Light. Cheap. Works....

I got them. They work fine. Light. Cheap. Works. What more do you want me to say???
Forum: Commuting
02-21-04, 11:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,994
Posted By Miyataphile

The stainless steel would be way too heavy and...

The stainless steel would be way too heavy and impractical to mass produce.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-04, 10:17 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 36,497
Posted By Miyataphile

Hey, tommy2pants, I bet you like to say the "Far...

Hey, tommy2pants, I bet you like to say the "Far East" along with your "Oriental" term to describe Asia and Asians respectively.

IT's 2004, not 1950 OK.

Get with the program.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-04, 09:46 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,487
Posted By Miyataphile

New metals and elements are being discovered as...

New metals and elements are being discovered as we speak, I think scientist discovered two more new elements recently. These discoveries will eventually trickle down to consumer grade bicycles that...
Forum: Commuting
02-15-04, 09:07 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,171
Posted By Miyataphile

I believe that most of American are wasting half...

I believe that most of American are wasting half of their lives away by living in a place that has winter. Especially for people like us that likes to go outdoors and bike!!!

That's why I'm moving...
Forum: Commuting
02-07-04, 10:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 758
Posted By Miyataphile

Hey Creep Dog, initialize on a post once you get...

Hey Creep Dog, initialize on a post once you get the tirez coz I'm interested too.

Miyataphile
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-07-04, 10:07 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,460
Posted By Miyataphile

If your sister gets scared of the traffic when...

If your sister gets scared of the traffic when she first starts out(I know I first got scared), have her ride the Hudson River Parkway bikepath on the west side of New York to get to places(It runs...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-06-04, 06:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 645
Posted By Miyataphile

Oh yeah, Any members out there who currently...

Oh yeah,

Any members out there who currently live in San Diego now, can you help me find Apartments or any roommates??? I prefer to find a studio apartment for about $650, but it'll do the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-06-04, 06:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 645
Posted By Miyataphile

Hey Jason, shoot me an email at j@blakkat.zzn.com...

Hey Jason, shoot me an email at j@blakkat.zzn.com because I plan on relocating myself to San Diego sometime in June this year.

I been there last December as a scouting/vacationing trip and San...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-04, 10:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,384
Posted By Miyataphile

I'm glad you chose the armadillos' I have...

I'm glad you chose the armadillos'

I have experience with both and the armadillos' wins.

Gatorskins are lighter and maybe a tad bit faster, but you can't deny the best flat protection tire on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-04, 10:29 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 988
Posted By Miyataphile

Take a picture of the bike, and upload it so we...

Take a picture of the bike, and upload it so we can have a look.

Miyataphile
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-02-04, 09:42 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,764,117
Posted By Miyataphile

Philly Bike

I though I'll reeling the topic of singlespeed bikes back.

Here one I saw in Philly.

Man, I got to love the seatpost.

Miyataphile
Forum: Touring
02-01-04, 04:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 642
Posted By Miyataphile

I don't know how strong of a rider you are, but...

I don't know how strong of a rider you are, but for most hard core tourist, they use the old standard of 110mm/74mm Chainrings. Combined with the 34 or 32T Rear cog, you can get the most range of...
Forum: Touring
02-01-04, 04:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 693
Posted By Miyataphile

It's very far. I think, it's about 9 hours away.

It's very far. I think, it's about 9 hours away.
Forum: Touring
02-01-04, 04:19 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 744
Posted By Miyataphile

It really depends, since most tires vary widely...

It really depends, since most tires vary widely from make to make, but I don't think it will be too much to really notice. What 700x35 tires make do you have on???
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-04, 04:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,117
Posted By Miyataphile

Also, what is the model name and make for the...

Also, what is the model name and make for the fenders that you have on???

I have a miyata 210 beater that I want to fenders on. About the same time period (early 80s)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-04, 04:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,117
Posted By Miyataphile

Just curious, what length BB do you have on it???

Just curious, what length BB do you have on it???
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-04, 04:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,117
Posted By Miyataphile

I just got the Sakae SX triple 110/74 cranks on...

I just got the Sakae SX triple 110/74 cranks on ebay today. Great cranks for the money

Miyataphile
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-04, 10:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 758
Posted By Miyataphile

Fore- 99.99999% people are NOT racing in the...

Fore-

99.99999% people are NOT racing in the prologue of the Tour de France.

I ride without a front derailleur and it is not a single speed. I have a 6 spd in the rear and I haven't had any...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-31-04, 09:39 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,696
Posted By Miyataphile

"Old Raleigh 531 bikes" You are talking...

"Old Raleigh 531 bikes"

You are talking straight gauge 531 tubing. No, there isn't any makers. But custom frame makers still use Reynolds 531 double butted.

And YES, those Raleigh 531 bikes...
Forum: Touring
01-31-04, 09:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 693
Posted By Miyataphile

Go to Holland's Bicycles in Coronado, San Diego. ...

Go to Holland's Bicycles in Coronado, San Diego.

They have a website too, search Holland's Bicycle in Google.

I got a used Bridgestone road bike from them on my vacation there. Good folks....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-04, 09:13 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 24,242
Posted By Miyataphile

I still ride an 6 spd (1 front x 6 back) The...

I still ride an 6 spd (1 front x 6 back) The largest cog is 34T and the smallest is 13T. I live in an area that is varied (lots of hills and flats) but I don't need to "upgrade". I fact, I don't even...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-31-04, 09:04 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,101
Posted By Miyataphile

I already have it and most people already have a...

I already have it and most people already have a bike so ride and stop being so greedy.

Miyataphile
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-29-04, 10:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,381
Posted By Miyataphile

I ride with a North Face Jacket. It has zippers...

I ride with a North Face Jacket. It has zippers near the arm pits so you can control how much air gets into your jacket. You should look into getting something similar. For when it gets too cold you...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-29-04, 10:17 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,667
Posted By Miyataphile

Wow that tricycle is a piece of Farty Art. ...

Wow that tricycle is a piece of Farty Art.

Miyataphile
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-29-04, 10:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,174
Posted By Miyataphile

Drill two holes on the side of the hub, run...

Drill two holes on the side of the hub, run string or what have you through the holes and wear it like necklace.

Then watch the funny stares you get when people see you.

Miyataphile
Forum: BMX
01-29-04, 10:09 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 767
Posted By Miyataphile

BMX Choppers

I want to start a revolution with BMX choppers.

Anyone out there build these things?

I tried tinkering with them sometime 2 years ago with beatup BMX bikes I would find on trash night. I would...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-04, 10:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,356
Posted By Miyataphile

I remember comparing the price on Tektros versus...

I remember comparing the price on Tektros versus Shimano Sora and the Tektros were CHEAPER!!! These prices were at my LBS. The Tektros were around $28 and the Sora was $35!!!

Get the Tektros.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-04, 10:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,356
Posted By Miyataphile

I have Tektro brakes on my Raleigh R800 roadie....

I have Tektro brakes on my Raleigh R800 roadie. If your value minded like I am, get the Tektros. They weight a hair above Ultegra, works the same, and are almost half the price. The only big...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-25-04, 10:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,115
Posted By Miyataphile

I use to ride Critical Mass for fun and...

I use to ride Critical Mass for fun and socializing, but it's original message of saying that "bikes are traffic too" isn't working by stopping traffic and annoying the hell out of drivers. It' just...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-25-04, 10:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,448
Posted By Miyataphile

Yea. Let's vote against the Big Monkey President.

Yea. Let's vote against the Big Monkey President.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-04, 10:22 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,204
Posted By Miyataphile

Isn't bonded aluminum frames like the Vitus less...

Isn't bonded aluminum frames like the Vitus less durable and more prone to frame failure?

Has this ever happened to anyone in the forum?

Miyataphile
Forum: Commuting
01-25-04, 10:10 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,394
Posted By Miyataphile

I have one too, from computer use. I forced my...

I have one too, from computer use. I forced my company to change my work space around and buy me better designed equipment. There's nothing like a potential lawsuit to help speed change at work. Heh...
Forum: Commuting
01-25-04, 10:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,394
Posted By Miyataphile

Hey, you sound like you have a Ganglion Cyst. Is...

Hey, you sound like you have a Ganglion Cyst. Is that correct?
Forum: Touring
01-22-04, 11:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 576
Posted By Miyataphile

OK, well reading from your text you mention that...

OK, well reading from your text you mention that you and your wife will be biking "part of the" way in Europe. I think a folding bicycle should do the trick so you can save on shipping and reduce the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-19-04, 08:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,369
Posted By Miyataphile

Just upgrade the cranks with a triple and go!

Just upgrade the cranks with a triple and go!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-19-04, 08:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,215
Posted By Miyataphile

Nashbar Lovin'

I love old Nashbar tourer. I use to know a fella with a Nashbar 5000 tourer. Very beatiful bike. Not too shabby with the Tange 2 action tubing. Had all the necessary mounts for racks and plenty of...
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