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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-14-10, 08:27 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

*bump* Just in case anyone was thinking about...

*bump*
Just in case anyone was thinking about ordering new wheels for christmas.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-21-10, 02:18 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

The whole origin 8/ formula thing is interesting...

The whole origin 8/ formula thing is interesting too. Even tho they may be exactly the same apart from brand, brand is still an important part of peoples buying decision. If you ordered Oakley...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-21-10, 02:12 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

It doesnt seem to me worth emailing this thread...

It doesnt seem to me worth emailing this thread to Cesar, I just doesn't seem he gets it. He doesn't understand the market or the customers.

I was thinking about it today as I rode around - I was...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-19-10, 07:42 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

Interested to know - Did you let him know you...

Interested to know - Did you let him know you weren't happy and when did this happen? What did you do?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-19-10, 07:16 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

Soz - was referring to the Banana gif.

Soz - was referring to the Banana gif.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-19-10, 07:15 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

Yep. They are sparkly.

Yep. They are sparkly.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-19-10, 07:10 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

OP here. Banana guy has made it all good.

OP here. Banana guy has made it all good.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-19-10, 07:05 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

OP here - yep. Think this way around too - I was...

OP here - yep. Think this way around too - I was for a looking for a time at getting the 28 hole rims. And spent some time deciding. And when I decided I wanted 32h, I looked for 32h rims. And found...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-19-10, 06:58 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

OP here. What you said. Why should I be out of...

OP here. What you said. Why should I be out of pocket for shipping to get the refund? I'm keeping the wheels - probably woulda received an apology better than some cash discount gesture had it been...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-19-10, 08:15 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

With the Aussie dollar being very strong against...

With the Aussie dollar being very strong against the greenback, buying all sorts of stuff from the US is booming. So even with postage, its attactive. Again, part of the reason for me posting the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-19-10, 08:12 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

Yep its bogus and totally will just ride the 36...

Yep its bogus and totally will just ride the 36 spokers and move on - I need wheels yesterday. For me me buying new wheels is a once in a ...well...this is the first time buying new wheels and I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-19-10, 03:40 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

Yep. I reckon he meant to say 8gms per wheel...

Yep. I reckon he meant to say 8gms per wheel (maybe it's 2g per spoke) and so 16 g per set. Not that weight is a huge thing for me on my bike. Except that I like to keep the rolling weight down on...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-19-10, 03:16 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

Exactly. The choice is mine whether I want the...

Exactly. The choice is mine whether I want the extra spokes or not. I paid extra so I could get the nice setup that I wanted. Really I have to decide whether it is worth the argument, worth a month...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-19-10, 01:52 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

I don't need the extra spokes for strength, I...

I don't need the extra spokes for strength, I don't weigh enough to worry about it. Decided I really wanted the 32s, shopped around for them, and ordered them.
There's no problem with the build,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-19-10, 01:14 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 6,183
Posted By cal_blam

bicyclewheels.com warning

I'd recommend you think twice before ordering from bicyclewheels.com.

I ordered mavic 32 spoke mavic OP's with formula hubs. I received 36 spoke OPs with origin hubs. Regardless of the builders...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-27-10, 03:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 558
Posted By cal_blam

Thats pretty sweet deal - so many options to...

Thats pretty sweet deal - so many options to choose from aargh. But the website says they only ship international to canada at present. im in australia.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-27-10, 03:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 558
Posted By cal_blam

This or that. Either way, all sounds good. Thanks...

This or that. Either way, all sounds good. Thanks guys. That lolcat made me lol.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-26-10, 03:44 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 558
Posted By cal_blam

Ah yes...might be easier just to change the BB -...

Ah yes...might be easier just to change the BB - I only have a basic shimano sealed BB in there at the moment which I can move into my spare bike. Good idea, the guy at the LBS mumbled something...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-26-10, 03:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 558
Posted By cal_blam

ordering new wheelset - rear spacing

I am ordering a wheelset for my old steel frame. Looking at this:

http://www.bicyclewheels.com/merchant.mvc?Screen=PROD&Store_Code=B&Product_Code=FGM5&Category_Code=FGM

But the spacing on the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-04-10, 02:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 514
Posted By cal_blam

I put in the shimano on the weekend. The weight...

I put in the shimano on the weekend. The weight difference cf the old one was not worth worrying about. No more creaks or anything, its DREAMY. It does look a tad different, but for the improvement,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-28-10, 02:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 514
Posted By cal_blam

Thanks guys - the shimano seems like a low...

Thanks guys - the shimano seems like a low commitment $-wise - will give it a crack.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-27-10, 08:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 514
Posted By cal_blam

which bottom bracket?

I have an old Malvern Star (formerly 12 speed) singlespeed road bike - circa early 80s.

The cup and cone bottom bracket is a bit crappy now, it feels rough and noisy very soon after a service.
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-25-10, 12:52 AM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,777,186
Posted By cal_blam

Agree. Looks pretty much the same as a lotta new...

Agree. Looks pretty much the same as a lotta new saddles, and fits my ass just right.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-10, 12:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,035
Posted By cal_blam

Very similar except my air conditioning works...

Very similar except my air conditioning works better!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-10, 12:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,035
Posted By cal_blam

Thanks for posting! I can see these working for...

Thanks for posting! I can see these working for me. Not sure if that makes it easier - this morning i was leaning towards OPs. Argh decisions.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-23-10, 08:10 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,035
Posted By cal_blam

I'd like to see! Theres a lot to be said for it -...

I'd like to see! Theres a lot to be said for it - still have an image in my head from a few years ago, courier in town on a sunny day - those spokes were schparkling.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-23-10, 07:41 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,715
Posted By cal_blam

It was a mask? How disappointing. @ Vixtor:...

It was a mask? How disappointing.

@ Vixtor: I gave myself a headache watching that cat. Just like eating icecream too fast, I knew it was coming, but still couldn't stop.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-23-10, 06:01 PM
Replies: 14,092
Views: 4,777,186
Posted By cal_blam

Heres my favorite bike. Old steel 12 speed -...

Heres my favorite bike. Old steel 12 speed - found it put out in roadside rubbish a few years ago, rescued it, got it recoated and converted to SS. Very comfortable and fast commuter. looking to put...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-23-10, 05:13 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,035
Posted By cal_blam

Definitely. When i first went looking, Razors...

Definitely. When i first went looking, Razors were at the top of list. I wanted a good box rim to match the kinda traditional look of the bike, and these fit the bill perfectly. Silver rims hubs...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-23-10, 07:05 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,117
Posted By cal_blam

hey rudi, im an over-researcher too. currently...

hey rudi, im an over-researcher too. currently obsessing over new wheelset choices.

but its how PLU (people like us) learn! So in doing my own SS conversions, I have "taught myself" loads and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-23-10, 03:56 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,035
Posted By cal_blam

Thanks for good info so far on here. After a good...

Thanks for good info so far on here. After a good day of dodging work and thinking about new wheelsets, getting emotionally committed now to the idea of Mavic OP, butted DT spokes, with something...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-22-10, 11:31 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,035
Posted By cal_blam

Anything fancier and expensiver than the Mavic...

Anything fancier and expensiver than the Mavic OPs is probably going to look like overkill when compared to my skills and frame.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-22-10, 06:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,035
Posted By cal_blam

Thanks for the thoughts - havent seen the locking...

Thanks for the thoughts - havent seen the locking skewer - much appreciated.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-22-10, 06:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,035
Posted By cal_blam

That's what I thought I could do - but the guy in...

That's what I thought I could do - but the guy in the shop siad you can't fit a QR to the Velocity or Novatech hubs that they had there - is that incorrect or do I need to look for a specific type of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-22-10, 05:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,035
Posted By cal_blam

need some help deciding new wheelset

EDIT: Have posted some pics of the bike further down.

Sometimes I wish I was one of those people who could walk into a store and make a decision on the spot.

Its time for new wheels, the nice...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-16-10, 04:03 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,389
Posted By cal_blam

oh bugger. it doesnt work any more.

oh bugger. it doesnt work any more.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-16-10, 04:01 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,389
Posted By cal_blam

You still at work? That like two days straight. ...

You still at work? That like two days straight.

Go to google, type in 2204355 and hit 'I'm feeling lucky'
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-17-10, 02:38 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,133
Posted By cal_blam

TESTIFY. OP here. I testify to my new fear and...

TESTIFY. OP here. I testify to my new fear and loathing of all lines, markings and especially...tram tracks!!
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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-10-10, 02:39 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,133
Posted By cal_blam

To clarify...I haven't had any problems myself...

To clarify...I haven't had any problems myself with the gator skins yet. I just got scared because they are so treadless, I thought that would be a bad thing in the wet. And I have been nervous since...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-04-10, 03:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,133
Posted By cal_blam

Bitumen roads in Melbourne - the route is quite...

Bitumen roads in Melbourne - the route is quite clean n smooth, St Kilda Rd for those who know it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-04-10, 03:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,133
Posted By cal_blam

wet weather tires 700 x 25 for commuter

Just got caught in the rain first time in ages - loooove my gator skins but wasn't thinking they are so great in winter...

What is a better wet weather 700 x 25?

I have Vittoria Randonneurs...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-10, 12:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,091
Posted By cal_blam

I think maybe so too. That'll do it. Also is that...

I think maybe so too. That'll do it. Also is that a little ding on the top tube? Hard to tell from the photo tho.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-09-09, 08:32 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 313
Posted By cal_blam

lost bike in elwood melbourne reward!!!

edited ***now found - up a tree on the first hole!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-14-08, 08:20 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 455
Posted By cal_blam

stem primer anywhere?

Every time I'm building up an old bike there is something completely new for me to learn about. Now I am confused by stems.

I am wondering if there is a primer anywhere on different stem systems...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-14-08, 07:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 750
Posted By cal_blam

Good tip on the suns. Shiny and old school is...

Good tip on the suns. Shiny and old school is what i will need. Plus theres heaps of comments on them to be found in old threads.

Meantime, have just been lucky enough to pick up an early 80s bike...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-13-08, 12:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 750
Posted By cal_blam

27" wheels - weinmann vs velocity?

Looking for good commuting 27" wheelset for a singlespeed project.

Looking at velocity twin hollows:

twin hollows (http://www.velocitywheels.com/default.asp?contentID=592)

or alternatively...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-08, 01:10 PM
Replies: 15,459
Views: 4,093,100
Posted By cal_blam

D Derailleur = dual cable Shimano "Positron" F...

D Derailleur = dual cable Shimano "Positron"
F Derailleur = Shimano "Thunderbird"
Stem == "Ace"
(All sounds pretty amazing huh).
Weinmann brakes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-08, 06:32 AM
Replies: 15,459
Views: 4,093,100
Posted By cal_blam

Agreed. Research so far suggests its no anything...

Agreed. Research so far suggests its no anything special, and yes the lugs are way nicer than my eighties Malvern Star (which btw I also found at the side of the road and have powdercoated and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-08, 04:41 AM
Replies: 15,459
Views: 4,093,100
Posted By cal_blam

my catch of the day - roadside rescue

Picked this freebie up at the side of the road today - was cruising for bikes as as council is doing hard rubbish collection tomorrow, and have hit paydirt. Its steel, its heavy, but its kinda cool...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-20-08, 03:11 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,703
Posted By cal_blam

Please what do you mean by "Armadillos ride like...

Please what do you mean by "Armadillos ride like crap". All i know is i like my Gators, but I don't know enough about tyres to understand what exactly it is about them that made me so happy first...
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