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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-27-21, 11:11 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,673
Posted By RedRockRider

ahhhh sorry, my bad not on the site much at...

ahhhh sorry, my bad

not on the site much at all (it’s literally been years) so the paid membership isn’t a good option for me.

The bike sold locally this Monday afternoon off a Craigslist post.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-24-21, 09:57 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,673
Posted By RedRockRider

Trek FX 7.9 FS

Tried to post in the marketplace but I don’t have privileges to do so (maybe not enough posts or because I haven’t logged in for awhile)

link to my eBay listing :

...
Forum: For Sale
11-10-17, 11:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,080
Posted By RedRockRider

Interested. where in SoCal? Thanks,...

Interested.

where in SoCal?


Thanks, you can PM me in you like.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-27-16, 12:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,548
Posted By RedRockRider

Interesting. Have never known ebay listings...

Interesting.

Have never known ebay listings which ended in a Best Offer being taken to show anything other than "BEST OFFER ACCEPTED", without showing the price accepted.

In the last few...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-16, 10:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,222
Posted By RedRockRider

in for pics

in for pics
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-16-16, 09:21 AM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,673
Posted By RedRockRider

^^Rum - is that the 22.5? Nice looking bike! ...

^^Rum - is that the 22.5? Nice looking bike!

Let us know how you like it after you've put in a few miles - from your photo it looks comfortable, with the bars just above the seat. If you want...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-06-16, 10:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,864
Posted By RedRockRider

Sounds a bit slanted in favor of cycling. ...

Sounds a bit slanted in favor of cycling.

ie, it is MUCH easier to cycle 9 miles, than to run 3 miles, IMO.

When I was in my 20's I was an avid runner, and would regularly run 3 to 5 miles...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-29-16, 01:09 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,673
Posted By RedRockRider

^^^the top bar is sloped, so if I am close to the...

^^^the top bar is sloped, so if I am close to the front I touch, in the middle and back by the saddle no touch, or just my clothes.

I honestly don't find alot of occasions where I will be standing...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-29-16, 10:12 AM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,673
Posted By RedRockRider

I'm 49, mostly ride between 10 and 25 miles at a...

I'm 49, mostly ride between 10 and 25 miles at a time, averaging usually 13 mph, fairly hilly where I live. Always ride on roads, and on paved bike paths.

I have several "main bikes" lol. Have...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-28-16, 09:45 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,673
Posted By RedRockRider

Check this thread out, you sound about my size: ...

Check this thread out, you sound about my size:

http://www.bikeforums.net/hybrid-bicycles/1050843-190-cm-tall-90-cm-cycling-inseam-not-sure-how-i-fit-20-trek-fx-7-4-a.html
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-27-16, 08:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,469
Posted By RedRockRider

Are you using the same stem? I swapped drop bars...

Are you using the same stem? I swapped drop bars for these on one of my bikes, and the first thing I noticed was how cramped the cockpit was, as the default position on the bars is almost even with...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-16-16, 11:09 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 18,864
Posted By RedRockRider

Another convert here. All of my bikes have...

Another convert here.

All of my bikes have pretty much the widest tires the frame will fit.

I have a Road bike that still has 25's, because I can't fit 28's (but it's steel, with a carbon fork,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-16, 10:52 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 17,513
Posted By RedRockRider

Either will fit, depends on if you like a...

Either will fit, depends on if you like a smaller frame which will make for a more aggressive fit, or a larger frame with a more relaxed fit (and a tiny weight penalty).
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-16, 09:30 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 17,513
Posted By RedRockRider

Sweet ride, OP! I've got the older version...

Sweet ride, OP!

I've got the older version of this, love the fact that you can put wider more comfortable tires on it. Mine is wearing 38's. They advertised 40's would fit, and I daresay that...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-10-16, 08:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,621
Posted By RedRockRider

I put a pair of these on my frankenbike...

I put a pair of these on my frankenbike Motobecane Century Titanium in 700x38c (I like a plush ride), and have been very impressed with about 500 miles so far.

Very supple
...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-25-16, 12:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 10,611
Posted By RedRockRider

They bike shop sounds like it's run by a very...

They bike shop sounds like it's run by a very inept owner/manager.

Makes you wonder how they stay in business.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-12-16, 09:39 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,673
Posted By RedRockRider

Iarider, I answered a similar question in another...

Iarider, I answered a similar question in another thread:http://www.bikeforums.net/hybrid-bicycles/1050843-190-cm-tall-90-cm-cycling-inseam-not-sure-how-i-fit-20-trek-fx-7-4-a.html


I am 5'11''...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-08-16, 12:22 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 26,089
Posted By RedRockRider

Garcia, subjectively, I do think there is a bit...

Garcia, subjectively, I do think there is a bit more rolling resistance, but it is hard to tell if this is in my head or not, lol. The comfort, however, especially when going over rough or old...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-16, 10:56 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,182
Posted By RedRockRider

You are wise beyond your years. Seems that...

You are wise beyond your years.

Seems that many younger people who are immigrants have a more solid understanding of world history than those brainwashed in our public schools from K-12.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-16, 10:54 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,182
Posted By RedRockRider

If this ends up being a legit offer, you just won...

If this ends up being a legit offer, you just won the lottery, my friend.:)
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-08-16, 10:46 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 26,089
Posted By RedRockRider

They advertise will fit 40's, and that sounds...

They advertise will fit 40's, and that sounds about right based on how the bike looks wearing 38's. Just a little bit of room around the back tire, so definitely not gonna be putting a 50 or...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-16, 11:48 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,182
Posted By RedRockRider

This. It was WalMart bikes for me until I...

This.

It was WalMart bikes for me until I was in my forties.

The OP epitomizes the millennial mindset.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-16, 11:08 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,182
Posted By RedRockRider

You would prefer maybe: "I feel I am...

You would prefer maybe:

"I feel I am entitled to the fruits of others labors, just because. If people do not want to give things to me, they should feel that they have an obligation to help me. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-16, 10:58 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,182
Posted By RedRockRider

^^^offering you a $3500 one year old bike for the...

^^^offering you a $3500 one year old bike for the cost of boxing and shipping?

Sounds plausible to me.......
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-16, 09:40 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,182
Posted By RedRockRider

That's the spirit! post THIS on craigslist, and...

That's the spirit! post THIS on craigslist, and you are much more likely to get yourself a decent ride.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-07-16, 09:24 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 26,089
Posted By RedRockRider

garcia, FWIW, mine (the older Ti Century with...

garcia, FWIW, mine (the older Ti Century with caliper brakes) is wearing 38mm tires, and it is one COMFORTABLE ride.

especially well suited for those old school country roads where they dump some...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-16, 09:22 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,182
Posted By RedRockRider

Wondering if OP is for realz**********

Wondering if OP is for realz**********
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-16, 08:53 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,182
Posted By RedRockRider

Just the tone that makes me want to give you one...

Just the tone that makes me want to give you one of the seven bikes in my garage.:rolleyes:


Maybe Bernie will get elected, and he will take one of my bikes, and redistribute it to you.....(from...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-07-16, 08:16 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 26,089
Posted By RedRockRider

subbed. I have the last version of the Century...

subbed. I have the last version of the Century Ti with caliper brakes.

LOVE IT.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-16, 08:10 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,182
Posted By RedRockRider

Wasn't there a post almost exactly like this last...

Wasn't there a post almost exactly like this last year? did that guy get a free bike? lost interest in the thread.


Usual replies were craigslist for free bike, or to offer to trade for work,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
03-04-16, 09:36 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,637
Posted By RedRockRider

The Jamis looks like it might be just what you...

The Jamis looks like it might be just what you need.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-03-16, 01:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,657
Posted By RedRockRider

With your budget, look on craigslist. With a...

With your budget, look on craigslist.

With a bit of patience and luck, you may be able to score a high end hybrid with low mileage, for half of retail.


Go to the bikes section, for sale by...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-01-16, 09:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,938
Posted By RedRockRider

190cm? 6'2"? Unless you have a very long...

190cm? 6'2"?

Unless you have a very long torso and very short legs proportionately, I think you will find a 20" FX to be very small.


I am 5'11'' with average proportions, cycling inseam 33,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-19-16, 12:20 AM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,673
Posted By RedRockRider

Standover on these bikes can be a bit subjective,...

Standover on these bikes can be a bit subjective, based on where on the top bar they are measuring to the ground, because the top is VERY sloped, especially on the smaller frames.

I wouldn't be...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-16, 10:40 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 6,875
Posted By RedRockRider

To Each, According To Their Needs.

To Each, According To Their Needs.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-16, 10:09 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 6,247
Posted By RedRockRider

FTW.:thumb:

FTW.:thumb:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-17-16, 09:47 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,467
Posted By RedRockRider

Dave, most of your posts I have read make great...

Dave, most of your posts I have read make great sense, so not sure why you are so intent on rationalizing that being flipped off either justifies or legitimizes actual physical violence. It may...
Forum: Pills and Ills
02-17-16, 08:03 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,660
Posted By RedRockRider

Oldguy - thanks for the kind wishes. ...

Oldguy - thanks for the kind wishes.




Saw the surgeon who fixed my shoulder. It took him less than a minute to diagnose "frozen shoulder".

They gave me a cortisone shot in the joint 10...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-16-16, 08:28 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,338
Posted By RedRockRider

Almost Trick - VERY cool rides! Like that...

Almost Trick - VERY cool rides!

Like that CrossRoad!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-16, 10:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,795
Posted By RedRockRider

oops. missed that. picked up on the first...

oops. missed that.

picked up on the first few replies and kept going.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-16, 10:17 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,795
Posted By RedRockRider

Andrew, I agree. MANY frames will take a 28....

Andrew, I agree.

MANY frames will take a 28. (I would guesstimate less than half of bikes designated as ROAD bikes will fit them though, and as stated, I don't think any bike with standard,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-16, 12:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,795
Posted By RedRockRider

Really? Do you work at a large bike store...

Really?

Do you work at a large bike store that sells several major brands?

Your statement sounds like it comes from someone in the industry, being so broad in scope, yet so specific :"most of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-16, 10:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,795
Posted By RedRockRider

I would say probably the majority of modern ROAD...

I would say probably the majority of modern ROAD frames will NOT fit a 28 tire.

I was able to get a 700x28 rear tire onto my Kestrel RT1000SL, but there is probably only 1mm to spare between the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-15-16, 07:16 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,673
Posted By RedRockRider

I think my 7.9 is a 2011. I picked up the frame...

I think my 7.9 is a 2011. I picked up the frame a couple of years ago, brand new, from an ebay bike power seller. The listing claimed it was a "warehouse find". I think I paid just under $500...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-15-16, 06:46 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,338
Posted By RedRockRider

Sharp looking ride! Definitely think the...

Sharp looking ride!

Definitely think the bars look a touch too wide (actually quite a bit too long lol, unless you have shoulders as wide as an NFL linebacker). Are the bars swept back? If so, I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-15-16, 06:37 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,673
Posted By RedRockRider

B2Mac - not sure if I understand your question? ...

B2Mac - not sure if I understand your question? Are you looking for a comparison between a Trek 7.9FX and a Giant Rapid 0?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-15-16, 04:44 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,338
Posted By RedRockRider

Biggest problem I can foresee is that the frame...

Biggest problem I can foresee is that the frame might be too small. If a bike fits properly with drop bars, when you convert to flat bar, you end up with the primary hand position several inches...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-15-16, 01:23 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,467
Posted By RedRockRider

Great advice here, IMO. Unfortunately, being...

Great advice here, IMO.

Unfortunately, being human, sometimes it is difficult to do the smart thing.


The disparity in size between car and bicycle is all too true in the context above, but it...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-14-16, 07:47 PM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 839,673
Posted By RedRockRider

I don't think the rims are the limiting factor,...

I don't think the rims are the limiting factor, it is the frame (unless you are trying to put mountain bike tires on, lol).

I just went out in the garage and looked at my 7.9 FX which has 700x35...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-13-16, 01:52 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 8,357
Posted By RedRockRider

In Nevada, it is legal to ride on the sidewalk,...

In Nevada, it is legal to ride on the sidewalk, although pedestrians have the right of way. I do, however get the gist of what you are saying and do not understand why some people feel the need to...
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