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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-19-09, 09:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,879
Posted By Waychel

I am 6' and ride a 56 Langster Comp and a 56...

I am 6' and ride a 56 Langster Comp and a 56 S-Works Langster. They both fit me great.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
05-25-09, 03:53 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 11,610
Posted By Waychel

Looks nice. Is it just 4130? Or something better?...

Looks nice. Is it just 4130? Or something better? I'm love Specialized's track bikes. I own a Langster S-Works and a Langster Comp, and I'm thinking about adding this steel Langster to my stable.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-09, 10:32 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,772,003
Posted By Waychel

27.0 Shimano 600 aero seatpost. Maybe Campagnolo...

27.0 Shimano 600 aero seatpost. Maybe Campagnolo or Dura-Ace, too.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-17-09, 12:55 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,919
Posted By Waychel

Ah, those white rims are out of stock. Get in...

Ah, those white rims are out of stock. Get in touch with them to see when they're going to be back in stock. Fairwheel can have stuff out of stock for a long time.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-17-09, 10:44 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,919
Posted By Waychel

110 pounds and he's worried about whether he's...

110 pounds and he's worried about whether he's going to be too heavy for a wheelset??

He should do:

Group Buy Novatec hub
Low-flange extra light Mack hub (ask Mack about the lightweight hubs)...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-16-09, 02:16 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 5,207
Posted By Waychel

Looking good. Capos are so nice looking, and...

Looking good. Capos are so nice looking, and yours will look better without the white cranks and rims.

Personally, I wouldn't spring for the Pauls, and I'd go with 1.1s, but, hey, it's your bike.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-14-09, 05:56 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,919
Posted By Waychel

For what it's worth, I am heavier than you are...

For what it's worth, I am heavier than you are (100 kg in the winter, probably) and I've had zero problems with the DT Rev spokes on my low-flange Miche to Aerohead wheelset (around 1700 grams).
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-14-09, 07:58 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,919
Posted By Waychel

I have heard not-so-great things about the...

I have heard not-so-great things about the non-deep section niobium rims, but I've heard a lot of greats things about the 270s and 300s.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-13-09, 09:25 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,919
Posted By Waychel

I ride this wheelset on the road. I weigh over...

I ride this wheelset on the road. I weigh over 200 pounds and ride on crappy pavement, and they've held up. Mihlbach has really good advice, too, but Dimension hubs should be lighter than Formulas...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-09, 03:31 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,772,003
Posted By Waychel

Looking for: C-Record 27.0 Aero Seatpost ...

Looking for:

C-Record 27.0 Aero Seatpost
mid-90s 3TTT Colnago Panto'd stem
C-Record front derailleur (maybe)


I have a:

C-Record 27.2 Seatpost (to trade for the 27.0)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-09-09, 05:57 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 9,919
Posted By Waychel

Buy a Campagnolo Proton front road wheel for...

Buy a Campagnolo Proton front road wheel for $80ish. Then lace a Dimension hub (they have hollow axles) or a low-flange Miche to an Open Pro or a Niobium 270 using DT Revloution spokes and aluminum...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-09-09, 11:25 AM
Replies: 3,535
Views: 1,220,310
Posted By Waychel

I sold the Sonik a while ago because I wasn't...

I sold the Sonik a while ago because I wasn't getting out to the track and never felt comfortable locking it up. Furthermore, my dream aluminum track bike is the S-Works Langster, so i know I'm going...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-03-09, 12:38 PM
Replies: 3,535
Views: 1,220,310
Posted By Waychel

Celeste by far.

Celeste by far.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-02-09, 07:50 AM
Replies: 3,535
Views: 1,220,310
Posted By Waychel

I just got a Concept. It's a beautiful frame, but...

I just got a Concept. It's a beautiful frame, but I can't get over how thin and delicate the tubing feels. It just feels a lot weaker and less stiff than the other aluminum frames I've had--Langster...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-09, 04:23 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,772,003
Posted By Waychel

Long Shot: Silver 16-Spoke non-HPW...

Long Shot:

Silver 16-Spoke non-HPW Campagnolo Shamal Wheels for 8-speed cassette. Clincher preferred but will also consider tubular.

Will pay a very fair price. I don't expect you to give them...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-29-09, 08:33 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 16,639
Posted By Waychel

Uh, no. This is my everyday ride. I'm also not...

Uh, no. This is my everyday ride. I'm also not running a flat bar on the track.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-29-09, 07:28 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 16,639
Posted By Waychel

PM me your e-mail, and I'll send you some pics...

PM me your e-mail, and I'll send you some pics this weekend.

Build specs (I copied a lot of this guy's build: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=407020)

Frame: Langster Comp
Fork: EC90...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-29-09, 05:40 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 16,639
Posted By Waychel

13.5 currently. I will get it under 13 someday.

13.5 currently. I will get it under 13 someday.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-09, 06:15 PM
Replies: 15,283
Views: 5,772,003
Posted By Waychel

I'm looking for Sante stuff in great condition: ...

I'm looking for Sante stuff in great condition:

I am especially looking for the cranks + chainring, brakes, headset, and rear hub.

Also, I need a 7-speed Uniglide cassette.

I have a lot of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-22-09, 08:07 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 8,132
Posted By Waychel

My V is on fire Deeper, Julian, Deeper Your...

My V is on fire
Deeper, Julian, Deeper
Your love is so true
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-20-09, 11:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,629
Posted By Waychel

My friend bought a bike from this guy: ...

My friend bought a bike from this guy:

http://www.keepwheelreal.com/

He speaks English.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-25-09, 10:39 AM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,762,507
Posted By Waychel

It's all about context, and I think the checkered...

It's all about context, and I think the checkered veep looks good on a utilitarian, simple Steamroller. I doubt I'd like it as much on a flashier frame.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-24-09, 08:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,036
Posted By Waychel

I have no experience with the 7710, but I have...

I have no experience with the 7710, but I have the 7600 cranks on my Langster Comp and the Omniums on my Jamis Sonik. I really can't tell a difference in stiffness, although a couple of track racers...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-16-09, 09:15 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 5,210
Posted By Waychel

Man, I love Sputniks.

Man, I love Sputniks.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-15-09, 01:09 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,228
Posted By Waychel

The first cop sounded out of line, but the second...

The first cop sounded out of line, but the second sounded cool.

I run red lights, too, but I wouldn't be too mad if I got a ticket for it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-02-09, 09:16 AM
Replies: 2,709
Views: 395,927
Posted By Waychel

Wow, sounds almost as bad as Boston. Almost... ...

Wow, sounds almost as bad as Boston. Almost...

Or New Jersey...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-02-09, 09:04 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,994
Posted By Waychel

I'd get low-flange Dura-Ace to Open Pros.

I'd get low-flange Dura-Ace to Open Pros.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-31-09, 09:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,223
Posted By Waychel

unlike a lot of people on this forum, i don't...

unlike a lot of people on this forum, i don't like to pass off hearsay as fact.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-31-09, 08:52 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,223
Posted By Waychel

The Pista geometry is SLIGHTLY more aggressive,...

The Pista geometry is SLIGHTLY more aggressive, right? Both are really good mid-level track bikes. Personally, I like the look of the Concept better, but you really do see them everywhere. And isn't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-26-09, 09:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 728
Posted By Waychel

Thanks, guys, you've convinced me not to go with...

Thanks, guys, you've convinced me not to go with the X10SL. Works for me; after all, I'm that most wretched of creatures--a weight weenie on a budget!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-22-09, 02:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 728
Posted By Waychel

KMC X10SL - Okay to use on a fixed gear?

I'm putting the finishing touches on a nerdy weight-weenie fixed-gear project, and I'm trying to decide on a chain. I was going to use the KMC X10SL chain to save weight, but a buddy of mine said...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-20-09, 10:36 AM
Replies: 258
Views: 40,819
Posted By Waychel

I'd consider the Wood fenders or the brass...

I'd consider the Wood fenders or the brass Tanakas if my bike were a different color. But you can get the VO fenders pre-drilled, and, well, I'm lazy.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-14-09, 02:07 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,018
Posted By Waychel

I have a hipbone, and I like it okay. It's a bit...

I have a hipbone, and I like it okay. It's a bit too deep though, I think. I'm probably going to pick up a medium Transiet hip bag. Those look a bit more compact.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-14-09, 11:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,049
Posted By Waychel

Tektro R556 for the front. Same with a drop bolt...

Tektro R556 for the front. Same with a drop bolt in the back. You're going to need to drill out the back of the fork so that it can take a recessed nut though.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-13-09, 09:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,967
Posted By Waychel

Hey, if you felt like returning the frame, I'm...

Hey, if you felt like returning the frame, I'm sure bikeisland would do a quick exchange for you. It sounds like yours came in pretty rugged shape.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-13-09, 05:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,967
Posted By Waychel

Wow, he's running a 20mm tire on the Jury. The...

Wow, he's running a 20mm tire on the Jury. The frame can take 45s or something like that.

Edit: Also that Deda chrome tape is really blingy. I considered it but ended up going with the silver...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-13-09, 04:04 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,967
Posted By Waychel

I have one. It's nice. You need to get the Tektro...

I have one. It's nice. You need to get the Tektro R556 calipers and drill out the back of the fork so that it can take a recessed nut. I'm going to get a Wald 535 rack/panniers setup. Maybe fenders...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-11-09, 10:30 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,654
Posted By Waychel

Haha, sorry for being an annoying weight weenie,...

Haha, sorry for being an annoying weight weenie, but I think the total weight would be 1670g (or do the nips weigh 60g per wheel?). Also, I was thinking about my friend's wheelset, but I forgot that...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-11-09, 06:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,654
Posted By Waychel

I have the American Classic wheels (on my Sonik)...

I have the American Classic wheels (on my Sonik) and have ridden the Cane Creek Volos clinchers. I do think that the Cane Creek wheels are slightly stiffer, but I don't consider them to be a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-08-09, 09:21 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,057
Posted By Waychel

This. Also, no decals on the fork.

This.

Also, no decals on the fork.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-08-09, 06:36 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,774
Posted By Waychel

So would the frame be similar to the Jury frame?

So would the frame be similar to the Jury frame?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-08-09, 12:37 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,057
Posted By Waychel

I imagine this will mostly be for women, so I'm...

I imagine this will mostly be for women, so I'm voting for Pearl Baby Blue or Metallic Purple. And I have the same question as Adriano--650c wheels?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-08-09, 12:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,107
Posted By Waychel

The Arione is, in my opinion, the best all-around...

The Arione is, in my opinion, the best all-around saddle. I hope the new Antares can match its comfort at 145g.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-08-09, 12:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,107
Posted By Waychel

Oof. Do you have to walk your bike up hills often?

Oof. Do you have to walk your bike up hills often?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-08-09, 12:08 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,107
Posted By Waychel

Hey, I'm doing a semi-weight-weenie build, too,...

Hey, I'm doing a semi-weight-weenie build, too, and I just bought a used SLR off eBay. I'm eagerly awaiting delivery, but I think that I will eventually spring for this:
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-02-09, 02:14 AM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,762,507
Posted By Waychel

What'd you do with the white Turbo? I want it.

What'd you do with the white Turbo? I want it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-01-09, 12:43 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,762,507
Posted By Waychel

Beautiful Serotta.

Beautiful Serotta.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-01-09, 05:21 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,146
Posted By Waychel

What about the Masi Coltello? How come nobody...

What about the Masi Coltello? How come nobody ever talks about this frame?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-30-08, 11:21 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,762,507
Posted By Waychel

Yeah, for some reason used T1s are a lot cheaper...

Yeah, for some reason used T1s are a lot cheaper than used Langster S-Works. The stock S-Works components are slightly nicer, but, by all acounts, the frames are comparable.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-30-08, 10:09 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,762,507
Posted By Waychel

The T1 and the Langster S-Works are, in my...

The T1 and the Langster S-Works are, in my opinion, the best looking "major manufacturer" aluminum track bikes on the market. How does that ride on the street?
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