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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-11-12, 04:05 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

Why does mountain cycle make a road bike? Ironic.

Why does mountain cycle make a road bike? Ironic.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
04-08-12, 06:32 PM
Replies: 3,232
Views: 264,320
Posted By PlattsVegas

I think there are some benefits to joining a...

I think there are some benefits to joining a team:

-Meeting new people with a common interest+you have more people to ride with
-More experienced members can critique your technique and give you...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-08-12, 06:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,069
Posted By PlattsVegas

another thing to keep in mind concerning old road...

another thing to keep in mind concerning old road frames is that there could be toe overlap issues if you run full fenders. I have this problem with my Raleigh Grand Prix. I have no issues with the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-06-12, 07:03 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,101
Posted By PlattsVegas

If you can still find one, the Azonic Steelhead...

If you can still find one, the Azonic Steelhead was probably the most versatile bike I ever owned. I bought mine used for like $70 about 6 years ago. My brother had it for a while and he used to win...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-04-12, 06:50 AM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,117,560
Posted By PlattsVegas

My older brother and I get along great, although...

My older brother and I get along great, although we usually have one BIG fight every time we see each other. It usually results from both of us being frustrated while working on our bikes and then we...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-29-12, 08:31 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,138
Posted By PlattsVegas

http://scooters.tziworld.com/scooter-upload/approv...

http://scooters.tziworld.com/scooter-upload/approved/first_bike/pics/p1010405.jpg

I used to ride dirt bikes, and I built my own motorbike when I was thirteen. Here's pic I posted online way back...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-01-12, 09:07 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,039
Posted By PlattsVegas

I hate dubstep. Name your bike Lance.

I hate dubstep.

Name your bike Lance.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-28-12, 08:46 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,231
Posted By PlattsVegas

Yea, I agree that the winter wind is the worst....

Yea, I agree that the winter wind is the worst. Here on Lake Champlain the wind is BRUTAL. It's all in one direction generally, but it is bad enough to make me not want to ride. This winter has been...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-28-12, 08:41 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

Well, if no one argues with it, there will be no...

Well, if no one argues with it, there will be no argument.

I think it's an ignorant standpoint myself, thinking that animals have no dignity. Being an avid hunter, I try to respect the rights of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-28-12, 08:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,715
Posted By PlattsVegas

What is all this crap about modulating speed with...

What is all this crap about modulating speed with different types of brakes? If you have any brake, you can modulate your speed. Just use one finger on the lever and you will be less likely to lock...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
02-28-12, 08:29 PM
Replies: 3,232
Views: 264,320
Posted By PlattsVegas

I really don't get those videos. If I wanted...

I really don't get those videos.

If I wanted to watch some pretentious rich kids pedal expensive bikes, I would go to my school run bike club. If I was going to watch a bike video, it would be...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-28-12, 08:16 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

I never drank soda, except to mix with drinks,...

I never drank soda, except to mix with drinks, but that was only because soda was cheaper than fruit juice. The first full carbonated beverage I ever had was a beer. I am of the opinion that soda is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-23-12, 08:07 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

Hopefully before that time comes, I will own the...

Hopefully before that time comes, I will own the proper equipment. But I have never heard of that happening in my life. I have punctured a tube with a screwdriver, which sucks, but that's about it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-23-12, 08:03 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

Because I have never actually seen a bead jack...

Because I have never actually seen a bead jack before, and I broke my tire levers, so I grabbed the nearest substitute. Might be a worthy next investment. For the record, I have not had a single...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-23-12, 12:22 AM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

for me, it's called a flathead screwdriver. Don't...

for me, it's called a flathead screwdriver. Don't hate...

To stay on topic, today I read about 250 pages for classes.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-22-12, 11:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 9,769
Posted By PlattsVegas

In my opinion, if you do not already have a back...

In my opinion, if you do not already have a back rack you should get one of those first, or have someone make one for you. The latter would be the best option, for both types of racks, because you...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-12, 09:27 PM
Replies: 5,734
Views: 1,647,187
Posted By PlattsVegas

There is no need for an aerodynamic seat post on...

There is no need for an aerodynamic seat post on a 'cross bike.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-12, 09:12 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 10,513
Posted By PlattsVegas

from following this thread, it sounds like I...

from following this thread, it sounds like I should probably be dead by now...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-18-12, 06:13 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 14,165
Posted By PlattsVegas

I can contribute! Raleigh ten speed...

I can contribute!

Raleigh ten speed conversion.

237922
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-18-12, 06:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,158
Posted By PlattsVegas

I did something similar to this several years ago...

I did something similar to this several years ago with PVC plastic spacers and miscellaneous cassette parts. I would not be concerned about this setup. Looks pretty solid to me.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-18-12, 05:48 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 10,513
Posted By PlattsVegas

I just ate hamburger helper... and I want to...

I just ate hamburger helper... and I want to vomit.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-15-12, 11:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,449
Posted By PlattsVegas

Specifically with regards to the mountain bikes,...

Specifically with regards to the mountain bikes, the komodo sucked (geometry was way to slack for any potential front suspension upgrade), the dakar had horrible front/rear suspension travel issues...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-15-12, 10:16 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,357
Posted By PlattsVegas

I used to eat instant packets of flavored oatmeal...

I used to eat instant packets of flavored oatmeal as my favorite food. It is so good yet so bad.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-15-12, 09:53 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

I would kill a small child to ride that powder....

I would kill a small child to ride that powder. **** you and your WRX wagon (yellow is my favorite color, and WRX wagons are my favorite car), and your incredible snowfall. I am jealous.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-15-12, 08:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,449
Posted By PlattsVegas

I dislike their mountain bikes more than anything...

I dislike their mountain bikes more than anything else. I have little experience with their ssfg lineup.

The Ventura is a pretty well liked bike, from what I know of my local friends who ride...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-15-12, 08:04 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

Honestly, I do not understand the attraction to...

Honestly, I do not understand the attraction to cinelli. Especially ones that are not ridden on the track. Actually any track bike ridden off the track, for purposes other than training, baffles me....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-15-12, 07:49 PM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,117,560
Posted By PlattsVegas

Dear Scrod, What is the significance of my...

Dear Scrod,

What is the significance of my avatar that you assigned me (if there is any). I can't figure out what the reference is. I have wondered/pondered this for quite some time.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-15-12, 07:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,449
Posted By PlattsVegas

+1 When my brother worked in a Jamis...

+1

When my brother worked in a Jamis exclusive bike shop (yes unfortunately there was such a thing), the only people who bought the bikes were completely ignorant of the differences between a bike...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-15-12, 07:10 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

I don't really see what's so fancy about it....

I don't really see what's so fancy about it. Looks like a typical 1 1/8 stem to me. A carbon front plate does not really add anything.

I love FSA headsets though.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-15-12, 07:04 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,449
Posted By PlattsVegas

Because they are a horrible company.

Because they are a horrible company.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-15-12, 01:00 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

I remember feeling that way the first time I...

I remember feeling that way the first time I tried hydraulics. I used them for years on my mountain bikes, but I found that they really are not necessary for anything other than downhill. I suppose...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-14-12, 11:12 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,357
Posted By PlattsVegas

Anyone ever had gutta? My grandmother told me she...

Anyone ever had gutta? My grandmother told me she used to eat it in the depression. I have some in my fridge.
http://sites.google.com/site/jistrecipes/Home/eggs-and-breakfast/gutta-wurst
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-14-12, 09:04 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,357
Posted By PlattsVegas

Plain oatmeal and maple syrup is one of my staple...

Plain oatmeal and maple syrup is one of my staple foods. I bought two pounds for $3.15 at price chopper the other day.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-10-12, 04:40 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 17,685
Posted By PlattsVegas

In before a Carleton "I hate the word 'thread' in...

In before a Carleton "I hate the word 'thread' in name of a thread" rant.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-09-12, 08:17 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 5,733
Posted By PlattsVegas

I would be surprised if this theory was valid....

I would be surprised if this theory was valid. From what I understand of 20th century political history, the left has been forced to react to the right for essentially every administration after...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-09-12, 08:07 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 10,513
Posted By PlattsVegas

I tend to eat a ton of red meat, pasta, eggs,...

I tend to eat a ton of red meat, pasta, eggs, lots of breakfast cereal (I have a raisin bran addiction), oatmeal and beans. Not the most healthy diet I admit, but cheap as dirt. For a semester I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-09-12, 08:02 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,096
Posted By PlattsVegas

For singlespeed- I started riding a paper route...

For singlespeed- I started riding a paper route bike with a coaster brake. Then I converted my downhill bike to singlespeed. Then I rode/raced BMX.

For fixed- I was browsing the internet and came...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-08-12, 09:35 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

Vegetarian bone marrow? If it is any decent...

Vegetarian bone marrow?

If it is any decent substitute for adding flavor into soups count me in.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-08-12, 09:05 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

Today I: Tried to install my fenders, only to...

Today I: Tried to install my fenders, only to realize that the provided bolts in the fender kit (and the bolts holding my rack) are not long enough to accommodate my fenders AND my rack. So I went to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-07-12, 11:59 AM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

Today I: purchased a set of full fenders and an...

Today I: purchased a set of full fenders and an 18 tooth cog. $54 total from the LBS. I'm satisfied.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-03-12, 01:15 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 5,733
Posted By PlattsVegas

Read this as part of my research for a paper two...

Read this as part of my research for a paper two years ago. It's pretty good. Major Taylor was a very interesting historical figure in my opinion.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-03-12, 01:09 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 5,733
Posted By PlattsVegas

Anne of Green Gables (canadian fiction class) ...

Anne of Green Gables (canadian fiction class)
Washington Rules- Bacevich
From Colony to Superpower-Herring

And later in the semester, another three thousand pages, more or less. Being a history...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-03-12, 12:39 PM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,117,560
Posted By PlattsVegas

Sometimes seemingly knowledgeable bike mechanics...

Sometimes seemingly knowledgeable bike mechanics give the strangest, occasionally plainly incorrect, advice and suggestions.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-26-12, 12:07 AM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

Why would you say that women are worse drivers...

Why would you say that women are worse drivers when men have higher insurance rates (honestly most women I drive with are not as confident as the men I drive with, but I also do not want to get into...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-25-12, 11:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,288
Posted By PlattsVegas

This sounds 'bout right. It is not (completely)...

This sounds 'bout right. It is not (completely) necessary that you get perfectly fitted for a bike, but it will make rides over ten miles much more comfortable. Plus, as that bike is set up now, it...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-25-12, 11:34 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

Sorry hamfoh if I sounded condescending. It was...

Sorry hamfoh if I sounded condescending. It was not my intent. I only figured that If the bike shop ****ed up breaking your chain, they would not be worth going back to and you would be better off...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-25-12, 11:26 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,722
Posted By PlattsVegas

I have never seen Portlandia. Definitely want to...

I have never seen Portlandia. Definitely want to watch a bit on my apartment-mate's netflix. The cycling scene in my hometown is non-existent, and in my university it is just a bunch of hipsters who...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-25-12, 11:16 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,132,976
Posted By PlattsVegas

As I have said many a time, I am extremely...

As I have said many a time, I am extremely hesitant to trust a local bike shop. My brother worked in two (the first one was pretty damn good, the second one sucked balls) and, as the younger brother,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-24-12, 06:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,288
Posted By PlattsVegas

Structurally, the frame should be fine. But do...

Structurally, the frame should be fine. But do you really want to spend a lot of money on it? If you buy it, it better be a steal.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-22-12, 07:36 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,017
Posted By PlattsVegas

I am jealous of your basements. My parent's house...

I am jealous of your basements. My parent's house was built in 1822, so it has a five foot ceiling and stone walls, so you can't hang anything. The garage is solid, but it's too cold in the winter. ...
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