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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-19, 07:30 AM
Replies: 15,468
Views: 4,111,724
Posted By quattroG

that classic bike matches your classic Stereo...

that classic bike matches your classic Stereo gear :) I have similar :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-16, 08:01 AM
Replies: 15,468
Views: 4,111,724
Posted By quattroG

Nice Continental. Brings back memories. I had one...

Nice Continental. Brings back memories. I had one as a kid. It was at my parents home for a long time. Still in great shape. I sold it to a friend who wanted a starter bike. Funny, I found the owners...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-25-14, 01:41 PM
Replies: 27,147
Views: 3,153,109
Posted By quattroG

34.2 mile with many decent hills. 1694' totally...

34.2 mile with many decent hills. 1694' totally elevation gain.
Rode 34.20 mi on 08/24/2014 on 08/24/2014 | CYCLING Training Log Entry | MapMyRide (http://www.mapmyride.com/workout/703557403)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-25-14, 01:31 PM
Replies: 288
Views: 67,919
Posted By quattroG

Here's one of mine....

Here's one of mine. https://picasaweb.google.com/glennstrouse1/NewBikes#5648867699508181346
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-11-14, 08:25 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,689
Posted By quattroG

You could also change out the stem. There are...

You could also change out the stem. There are adjustable height stems that would allow you to tweak the height of the handlebars.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-11-14, 02:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,224
Posted By quattroG

Funny, I did just the opposite. After riding a...

Funny, I did just the opposite. After riding a hybrid for a while on roads, I decided I really wanted a road bike. Better position for climbing hills and much much faster.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-11-14, 02:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,689
Posted By quattroG

I have a Specialized Crosstrail. In their ads,...

I have a Specialized Crosstrail. In their ads, they state, "the only hybrid that can handle single track". Well that might be a stretch. But the frame is very much more "MTB" than urban or street...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-24-14, 06:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,096
Posted By quattroG

Nashbar or their full name is Bike Nashbar, is...

Nashbar or their full name is Bike Nashbar, is owned by the same company as Performance. They were purchased several yeas ago by Performance. They are now considered the "close out" retailer for the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-23-14, 07:42 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,096
Posted By quattroG

Yes both valid concerns. But as in most cases...

Yes both valid concerns. But as in most cases when buying online, do you homework first. Go to the local bike shops and find something you like. Then look for the best price online. And as far as...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-23-14, 05:37 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,096
Posted By quattroG

Jameb, I just picked up a 2013 GT Karakoram 29"...

Jameb, I just picked up a 2013 GT Karakoram 29" MTB from Nashbar for $375.00. plush tax and shipping. The local Performance shop had it for $499.00 and would not discount. Nashbar is constantly...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-29-14, 05:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,063
Posted By quattroG

for the price, you can't beat this, and it has...

for the price, you can't beat this, and it has disc brakes. Diamondback Insight Disc Flat Bar Bike - 2014 - (http://www.performancebike.com/bikes/Product_10052_10551_1149410_-1___000000)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-28-14, 04:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,626
Posted By quattroG

You didn't mention what price range you wanted to...

You didn't mention what price range you wanted to be in. I have and have suggested the following for those who don't want to spend a lot of money. I didn't want to spend too much as this was my first...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-17-12, 06:17 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,884,072
Posted By quattroG

Looks like Diamondback has dropped the Insight 3...

Looks like Diamondback has dropped the Insight 3 for 2013. Though they did add a hybrid line geared towards Triathletes called Interval. It's basically a flat bar road bike. Looks sweet.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-12, 06:18 AM
Replies: 15,468
Views: 4,111,724
Posted By quattroG

Well make sure to post some "after" pics when...

Well make sure to post some "after" pics when you're done cleaning it up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-12, 05:53 AM
Replies: 15,468
Views: 4,111,724
Posted By quattroG

Being a previous owner of a Bianchi, I have to...

Being a previous owner of a Bianchi, I have to also chime in here and say, "what a save". Great job. being a bike person, it's hard to understand people who would do such a thing. But then there are...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-23-12, 04:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,965
Posted By quattroG

Spokes just started to go on my Crosstrail as...

Spokes just started to go on my Crosstrail as well. I've replaced two already on the rear wheel.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-21-12, 12:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,134
Posted By quattroG

So, I've never done a frame up build. First...

So, I've never done a frame up build. First question. With this being a 29'er frame, would this work with my 700c wheels? They are slightly smaller than the 29" wheels. So would things like the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-20-12, 12:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,134
Posted By quattroG

Any Carbon hybrid frames geared more to off road?

Here's what I'm asking. I have a Specialized Crosstrail that I really like. I like the flexibility of this bike. Specialized advertises it as a "truly single track capable hybrid". Now, I've never...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-20-12, 12:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,957
Posted By quattroG

Yes, as others have mentioned, it's got a lot to...

Yes, as others have mentioned, it's got a lot to do with your weight distribution. If your seat is too high or handle bars are too low, you are putting way too much weight on your hands. I had this...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-20-12, 08:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 28,535
Posted By quattroG

So with that move to the 2 x 10 front crank set....

So with that move to the 2 x 10 front crank set. Is Specialized moving this bike away from their advertising it as a "true single track capable" hybrid?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-20-12, 09:32 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,884,072
Posted By quattroG

I have the 2010 version and also like it very...

I have the 2010 version and also like it very much. It's the first Diamondback for me. And I really like the 2011 in black. Good thing too that you got the 2011 model, as the 2012 version,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-13-12, 07:34 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,884,072
Posted By quattroG

Nice. I have a 2010 Insight 2 in Silver. Love it...

Nice. I have a 2010 Insight 2 in Silver. Love it in black.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-28-11, 04:41 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,884,072
Posted By quattroG

This picture is exactly like my friend and I. I...

This picture is exactly like my friend and I. I purchased a 2010 Crosstrail (same color), and my friend liked it so much, he bought a 2011 Crosstrail (again, same color ). Great, very versatile bikes.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-27-11, 08:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,154
Posted By quattroG

I was thinking the same thing. If that's the...

I was thinking the same thing. If that's the case, I would also suggest taking a look at a Specialized Crosstrail. It's a very versatile bike. Most at home on trail type rides. But sturdy enough to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-27-11, 04:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 964
Posted By quattroG

Do a google search. There are 7.1 fx's 2011...

Do a google search. There are 7.1 fx's 2011 models on closeout deals for $350.00. So yes, you should be able to negotiate a better price.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-27-11, 04:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,154
Posted By quattroG

If you are looking to keep cost down, give the...

If you are looking to keep cost down, give the Diamondback Insight 2 and or Insight 3 a look. Make sure you get a 2011 model. They've cheapened the 2012 models. The Insight 3 has been seen on Nashbar...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-25-11, 05:48 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,884,072
Posted By quattroG

Nice, I have a 2010 Crosstrail. Love the bike....

Nice, I have a 2010 Crosstrail. Love the bike. It's so versatile. One wish though, would be that it was lighter.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-25-11, 05:01 AM
Replies: 27,147
Views: 3,153,109
Posted By quattroG

Took a 47 mile ride this past Sunday from...

Took a 47 mile ride this past Sunday from Riegelsville PA to Stockton NJ. It was a cool 42 degrees starting out, but warmed up nicely by noon when the ride was over.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-13-11, 04:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,706
Posted By quattroG

I have a lower model Crosstrail. I love it. I...

I have a lower model Crosstrail. I love it. I take it on single tracks with no problems. As a hybrid, you don't have a bike that optimized for any one style of riding. But it is capable of many...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-07-11, 05:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,061
Posted By quattroG

diamondback Insight 3. Get a 2011 leftover....

diamondback Insight 3. Get a 2011 leftover. They've down graded the components for 2012. Nashbar is closing them out at $440.00. That's a great price for a very nice bike.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-07-11, 04:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,192
Posted By quattroG

I have been riding very hard on my Crosstrail and...

I have been riding very hard on my Crosstrail and it still works great. I've done some minor single track with it and mainly rails2trails and it's been flawless. With that said, it isn't a light...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-06-11, 05:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 946
Posted By quattroG

Another consideration could be the Diamondback...

Another consideration could be the Diamondback Insight RS. It comes with fenders. And it's an Insight. Very good bike and goes for $299.99 on sale. Can be had via Performance Bike or Nashbar.
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-02-11, 08:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 417
Posted By quattroG

Found this thread via a search. I'm also looking...

Found this thread via a search. I'm also looking at this bike. Would like more input. Here's why I'm looking. I currently have a 2010 Specialized Crosstrail. I love the bike. It's great for what I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-26-11, 07:58 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 13,146
Posted By quattroG

My 2010 Speialized Crosstrail ~31lbs

My 2010 Speialized Crosstrail ~31lbs
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-26-11, 04:58 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,884,072
Posted By quattroG

That Diamondback 3 is a great bike. I have the 2....

That Diamondback 3 is a great bike. I have the 2. 2011 is the last decent year for the 3. I just checked Diamondbacks web page and they've really cut costs and put less expensive components on the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-20-11, 01:02 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 36,735
Posted By quattroG

I have a Specialized Crosstrail. They state that...

I have a Specialized Crosstrail. They state that it's a single track capable hybrid. Now, I've never done a park with jumps and all like you are stating. But I've taken it on some mountain bike...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-18-11, 12:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,363
Posted By quattroG

Yes, you have to have enough slack in the cable...

Yes, you have to have enough slack in the cable as it runs from the front to the back. I mean the entire cable housing. Grab the cable where it is routed under the top tube and pull it...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-17-11, 06:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,363
Posted By quattroG

So did you get the Insight from Nashbar? It was a...

So did you get the Insight from Nashbar? It was a great price. That's where I got mine as well. Easy to setup. But buying a bike unassembled, I found to appreciate what a LBS does for you. I needed...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-09-11, 04:54 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 10,944
Posted By quattroG

If you're talking what I'll call a street hybrid,...

If you're talking what I'll call a street hybrid, with a fixed front fork, then look at the Diamondback Insight. Online and at Performance bike shops as well as Nashbar, you can get it for around...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-11, 04:47 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,564
Posted By quattroG

From experience, buy something cheap. Our kids...

From experience, buy something cheap. Our kids had two bikes stolen at school. Buy something that if stolen, it's not a big loss.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-11, 04:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,743
Posted By quattroG

These are all very nice bikes. The Trek would be...

These are all very nice bikes. The Trek would be the one that would better fit the rails2trails rides. But not so good for riding on the road. Even if it has a lock out front fork. The tires and the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-05-11, 09:05 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 11,022
Posted By quattroG

Road Gear used to make something for road bikes...

Road Gear used to make something for road bikes called the Flickstand. It worked great. I left it on my Bianci when I sold it as it wouldn't fit on the newer bikes. but it worked great. I just mimick...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-05-11, 08:22 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,884,072
Posted By quattroG

Here are my two. I had been away from cycling for...

Here are my two. I had been away from cycling for about 18 years. And I moved to an area that is very hilly. So I decided to sell my Bianci Brava road bike and my old Jazz mountain bike and get a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-05-11, 08:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,363
Posted By quattroG

Or you could go with something a little more...

Or you could go with something a little more versatile like the Specialized Crosstrail.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-05-11, 07:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,363
Posted By quattroG

well, one thing I can tell you from experience...

well, one thing I can tell you from experience sending two kids to college, is bikes get stolen. Now, maybe they didn't do a good job of securing the bikes. But it happens, so you may want to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-20-11, 05:05 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,701
Posted By quattroG

I have a 2010 model. I love it. It truly is...

I have a 2010 model. I love it. It truly is capable of some serious off trails and single tracks. I've done it. But, it is heavy for extensive off trail riding. So I will be purchasing a dedicated...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-12-10, 05:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 933
Posted By quattroG

I have two hybrids. One for off road, rails to...

I have two hybrids. One for off road, rails to trails riding. It's a Specialized Crosstrail. But the one that I want to tell you about is my other hybrid for road riding. It's a Diamondback Insight...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-01-10, 09:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,998
Posted By quattroG

You most likely are talking about BikeNashbar's...

You most likely are talking about BikeNashbar's end of year sale. I just purchased the Insight 2. I love it. Diamondback makes good bikes. The reason they are slightly less expensive from others is...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-15-10, 02:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,814
Posted By quattroG

If you haven't already purchased, it looks like...

If you haven't already purchased, it looks like Bikenashbar has the extra 20 % off sale going on again. Great prices, but you need to assemble. Not a big deal.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-15-10, 02:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,965
Posted By quattroG

Give the spokes the old pluck test. You should be...

Give the spokes the old pluck test. You should be able to hear a similar tone from each spoke on the same side of the wheel. It's a basic, but very good place to start. I have a 2010 Crosstrail and...
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