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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-04-15, 06:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,820
Posted By sfrank

I'm 5'10" with a 29" inseam. I have the revolt n...

I'm 5'10" with a 29" inseam. I have the revolt n the m/l size and is very comfortable. I looked at the Anyroad in my appropriate size and I felt more cramped on that bike than I do the revolt. The...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-07-15, 09:11 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 7,000
Posted By sfrank

I ride 1-2 times a week with a minimum of 20...

I ride 1-2 times a week with a minimum of 20 miles. Can't ride more than this due to working 12 hour shifts. I also bought a Fitbit fitness watch so I can keep up with calories in/out and other...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-15, 11:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,054
Posted By sfrank

I don't think you will get a quality rigid carbon...

I don't think you will get a quality rigid carbon fiber fork for that price. I changed my suspension fork for a carbon fiber about 18 months ago and it cost me between $300-400. My Trek DS required a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-22-15, 12:13 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 41,016
Posted By sfrank

This is similar to what my Trek 8.4DS has turned...

This is similar to what my Trek 8.4DS has turned into over the last 4 years. I changed the suspension fork for a carbon fiber one from Origin-8 after the original one was recalled. I also changed the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-24-15, 07:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,550
Posted By sfrank

This happened to me several times before I got a...

This happened to me several times before I got a legitimate reply. Made me wish I could have sent these bozos a virus which would destroy their computers
Forum: Southeast
10-22-14, 03:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 977
Posted By sfrank

Thanks for the info. I have a Trek 8.4 DS with...

Thanks for the info. I have a Trek 8.4 DS with 700 x 38 tires and was wondering about putting wider tires on it.
Forum: Southeast
10-18-14, 05:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 977
Posted By sfrank

Wheeler Nat'l Wildlife Refuge, Alabama

Has anyone on the forum ridden the dirt truck trails in the Wheeler Nat'l Wildlife Refuge when the birds weren't migrating and nesting. Wonder what it is like. The maps show a lot of dirt trails out...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-14, 03:59 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 6,752
Posted By sfrank

Here's my 2012 Trek 8.4 DS also with a carbon...

Here's my 2012 Trek 8.4 DS also with a carbon fork, adjustable stem set at 40 degrees, and running on 700 X 38 tires. Using it on 25-35 mile rides with the longest around 40 miles. Average speed...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-06-14, 06:43 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 979,430
Posted By sfrank

I'm in the same boat as you, Eagle1. Haven't...

I'm in the same boat as you, Eagle1. Haven't heard a peep from my local shop either.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-14, 04:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,218
Posted By sfrank

After looking at my tires again, I was mistaken...

After looking at my tires again, I was mistaken about them being semi-slick. I must of been thinking about another tire. They have a center ridge (for lack of a better word) which is approx. 1/2 inch...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-14, 12:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,218
Posted By sfrank

My road bike is also sitting in the garage for...

My road bike is also sitting in the garage for the same reasons. My Trek 8.4 DS is currently equipped with 700 X 38 semi-slick tires for the paved roads and trails but I have a spare set of wheels...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-23-14, 05:48 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 979,430
Posted By sfrank

I have a 2012 DS 8.4 with a 17.5 frame. It fits...

I have a 2012 DS 8.4 with a 17.5 frame. It fits me fine and I'm 5'10" with a 29 inch inseam. I put an adjustable angle bar stem on it after I bought it and it is much more comfortable to ride. I'm...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-11-14, 03:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 7,394
Posted By sfrank

I had melanoma surgery a little over two years...

I had melanoma surgery a little over two years ago and my dermatologist recommended buying a neck gaiter to protect my ears and neck. It can also be pulled up over your head to protect the top of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-04-13, 04:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 5,552
Posted By sfrank

I had the same problem so I installed an...

I had the same problem so I installed an adjustable angle stem which raised the handlebars (AdelaaR's first option) and distributed my weight more evenly. Keep adjusting the angle of the stem until...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-27-13, 12:54 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 67,267
Posted By sfrank

347992347993I took my Trek 8.4 DS and went the...

347992347993I took my Trek 8.4 DS and went the same route as Bill1227. I replaced the front suspension fork with a Ultim8 carbon fork from Origin 8. I use 700 x 38 tires for the road and I have a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-27-13, 12:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,648
Posted By sfrank

My mistake about the Centrum. I thought it did...

My mistake about the Centrum. I thought it did have extra iron in it.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-25-13, 06:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,648
Posted By sfrank

The same thing happened to me a couple of months...

The same thing happened to me a couple of months ago. My blood tests showed I was anemic and I could tell it especially when climbing stairs at work. Since then I've been trying to eat more iron rich...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-13, 08:37 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,265
Posted By sfrank

I ride in The Villages, FL where there is easily...

I ride in The Villages, FL where there is easily 80 miles of MUPs. There is also riders of any speed that you may wish to do. I usually ride solo and avg 13mph for a 25-35 mile ride. I've always been...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-19-13, 12:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,672
Posted By sfrank

I do just like you described. I place a shim on...

I do just like you described. I place a shim on each side of the disk after I loosen up the caliper, squeeze the brake lever and tighten while I am applying a constant pressure on the lever. My front...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-19-13, 03:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,672
Posted By sfrank

I have a 2011 8.4 and on Saturday my front disk...

I have a 2011 8.4 and on Saturday my front disk started to scrape. This has never happened before and it would quit briefly if I tapped the front brake lever. It seems I am constantly adjusting the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-05-13, 02:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,245
Posted By sfrank

If I didn't have n+1 I wouldn't have been able to...

If I didn't have n+1 I wouldn't have been able to ride today. I own a Trek 8.4 DS which I use for light trails (with an extra set of wheel with wide tires). If I'm out for a leisurely ride on MUPs I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-29-13, 03:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,475
Posted By sfrank

I have a Trek 8.4 DS and I have an extra set of...

I have a Trek 8.4 DS and I have an extra set of wheels with 29 x 1.9 mtb tires to use on trails. I save the 700 x 38 which came on it for the road. This might help with the traction problem. Not all...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-29-13, 03:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 720
Posted By sfrank

At one time log trucks traveled the roads up to...

At one time log trucks traveled the roads up to cheaha state park. Don't know if they still use the road or not.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-13, 04:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,571
Posted By sfrank

I ride my hybrid 90 percent of the time but when...

I ride my hybrid 90 percent of the time but when I want to go distances over 50 miles and with a group I ride my road bike.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-20-13, 05:56 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,466
Posted By sfrank

I bought the Pearl Izumi X-Alp last year due to...

I bought the Pearl Izumi X-Alp last year due to gout in the left foot and couldn't be happier. They are wide enough to keep the shoe from pressing against the joint on my big toe. I did follow some...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-07-13, 06:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,265
Posted By sfrank

Can't tell you about the Versa but I own a Felt...

Can't tell you about the Versa but I own a Felt road bike and it is the most comfortable road bike I've ever owned. My LBS has been selling Felt for several years and they are a well built bike.
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