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Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-14, 11:49 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 11,784
Posted By jackss731

Sweet baby jesus that sounds like a nightmare! I...

Sweet baby jesus that sounds like a nightmare! I work on all my bikes, plus I work at a LBS. Its easy to get another mechanic to test ride a taller bike so we never lower the seat especially since...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-28-14, 11:26 PM
Replies: 24,593
Views: 2,826,054
Posted By jackss731

Got bored today and found alot of extra bar tape....

Got bored today and found alot of extra bar tape.

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b254/inventor731/WP_003281_zps31648660.jpg (google.com)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-26-14, 06:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 846
Posted By jackss731

yeah that is actually part of a plastic piece...

yeah that is actually part of a plastic piece that covers the axle from poking through the cardboard from shipping.
Definitely not part of the bike.

Cheers
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-22-14, 09:22 PM
Replies: 2,683
Views: 700,282
Posted By jackss731

Finished my wheels! :) ...

Finished my wheels! :)
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b254/inventor731/WP_003137_zpsbff55072.jpg (google.com)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-17-14, 01:52 PM
Replies: 24,593
Views: 2,826,054
Posted By jackss731

Building a set as well! gotta love aerolites :D ...

Building a set as well! gotta love aerolites :D

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b254/inventor731/WP_003100_zps81127496.jpg (bikeforums.netl)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-17-14, 01:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,857
Posted By jackss731

lol

lol
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-28-14, 08:02 PM
Replies: 24,593
Views: 2,826,054
Posted By jackss731

^^which makes wrenching at a bike shop super easy

^^which makes wrenching at a bike shop super easy
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-28-14, 06:18 PM
Replies: 24,593
Views: 2,826,054
Posted By jackss731

Aerospace :thumb:

Aerospace :thumb:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-28-14, 05:27 PM
Replies: 24,593
Views: 2,826,054
Posted By jackss731

This whole week we've had gusts up to 54mph...so...

This whole week we've had gusts up to 54mph...so ....time to get some KOM's :D
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-26-14, 11:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,039
Posted By jackss731

yeah treks are overpriced unless you get them...

yeah treks are overpriced unless you get them more than half off :thumb:
I personally think the Earl looks a bit generic in frame geometry.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-26-14, 11:42 PM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 807,820
Posted By jackss731

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Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-14, 12:09 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 933
Posted By jackss731

usually if you were cross chaining (50/25) then...

usually if you were cross chaining (50/25) then the angle would have some effect on the shifting however since your chain is on 34/25 (closest to the bike) then it might simply be the upper limit on...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-14, 12:03 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,834
Posted By jackss731

Yeah red shield doesnt even come close to TCP....

Yeah red shield doesnt even come close to TCP. and it does vary by price of the bike. plus some shops will actually throw it in with the bike sale. not too sure how that works but we definitely...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-14, 10:43 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 15,315
Posted By jackss731

Trek because the sweettttt discounts :p

Trek because the sweettttt discounts :p
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-14, 08:40 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,834
Posted By jackss731

Yeah they are Alex Race 24 rims with Formula Hubs...

Yeah they are Alex Race 24 rims with Formula Hubs so even at 24h front and rear I'm pretty sure they are gonna be well over 1540g. Its once you get to the 4.7,4.9 and 5.2 that you'll get the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-14, 06:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,810
Posted By jackss731

yeah TREK always plasters their logo :p ...

yeah TREK always plasters their logo :p
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b254/inventor731/10001022_10203330665762362_2613825010720863335_o_zpsec3cc0e7.jpg (google.com)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-14, 09:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 13,761
Posted By jackss731

Check out Bontrager sideswipe. ambidextrous so...

Check out Bontrager sideswipe. ambidextrous so you can flip for left or right handed and they are actually pretty sturdy as well :D

Bontrager: Sideswipe RL (Model #11219)...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-14, 09:22 PM
Replies: 27,438
Views: 18,725,346
Posted By jackss731

finally upgraded for the new season! ...

finally upgraded for the new season!
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b254/inventor731/WP_002735_zpsf44a275a.jpg

http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b254/inventor731/WP_002736_zps6bb1f19a.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-14, 08:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 983
Posted By jackss731

Pretty awesome video!

Pretty awesome video!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-14, 11:46 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,132
Posted By jackss731

Thanks for clearing it up. I guess that makes...

Thanks for clearing it up.
I guess that makes an even bigger difference in that aspect now.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-14, 02:49 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,132
Posted By jackss731

There is a pretty noticeable difference between...

There is a pretty noticeable difference between both bikes. I work at a shop that sells Trek AND Cervelo and I ride them around, both the S2 and the Madone 4 series. The cervelo is bbright and the...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-23-13, 11:33 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 7,825
Posted By jackss731

I have my GT series 3 aluminum frame with 38mm...

I have my GT series 3 aluminum frame with 38mm carbon tubulars and it was a noticeable difference just based on wheel swaps. I also work at a shop and have ridden a Cervelo RCA with lightweights and...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-08-13, 07:52 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 9,850
Posted By jackss731

I've managed to hit 41mph on flat. I live in El...

I've managed to hit 41mph on flat. I live in El Paso so there's no such thing as "climbs" >_<
Forum: Road Cycling
11-26-13, 09:45 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,718,153
Posted By jackss731

^^^lol and that front skewer :( very nice...

^^^lol and that front skewer :(

very nice bike though!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-26-13, 09:10 PM
Replies: 1,523
Views: 515,968
Posted By jackss731

I hope you realize that the Motobecane Fantom is...

I hope you realize that the Motobecane Fantom is a cyclocross bike with cyclocross gearing (chainrings are 46/36 instead of compact 50/34) which means the range of gears is much more limited and...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-13, 09:08 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,704
Posted By jackss731

well granted I've only have the tubulars for...

well granted I've only have the tubulars for about 2 months but I work at a shop and I've seen people come in 7months to a year later and their stans finally dried up...however they didn't use it for...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-13, 10:03 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,704
Posted By jackss731

Im using conti sprinters and they actually have...

Im using conti sprinters and they actually have pretty good thorn protection (texas goat heads) while still being fast and amazing cornering.
I usually put stans in the tubies and they seal up...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-13, 09:21 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,951
Posted By jackss731

I work at a shop and enjoy finding the right bike...

I work at a shop and enjoy finding the right bike for the customer. Figuring out how long they've been riding, what kind of riding they're thinking about doing, (mileage, performance, fitness,...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-10-13, 09:51 PM
Replies: 2,076
Views: 210,526
Posted By jackss731

Sometimes I wish my bike was heavier.

Sometimes I wish my bike was heavier.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-13, 12:41 PM
Replies: 1,131
Views: 184,366
Posted By jackss731

I picked up mine for 650 and put another 800 in...

I picked up mine for 650 and put another 800 in it.
some people still have no idea GT made road bikes ha
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-13, 09:52 PM
Replies: 1,131
Views: 184,366
Posted By jackss731

2011 GT Series 3, got in on clearance :)

2011 GT Series 3, got in on clearance :)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-13, 10:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,381
Posted By jackss731

I always buy my fake oakleys off ebay! about 28...

I always buy my fake oakleys off ebay! about 28 bucks and they fit the same (radars) 5 lenses, 1 polarized and hard case.
look pro for 1/10th the price :D

obviously they wont put oakley in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-13, 09:11 PM
Replies: 27,281
Views: 6,718,153
Posted By jackss731

the boss at the LBS has a 7.9 madone Vapor Coat,...

the boss at the LBS has a 7.9 madone Vapor Coat, Di2 dura ace, aeolus 3's, Speedplay Zero Ti's,
AND a matching Speed Concept, but then again he's the boss ha.

Unfortunately I'm still running...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-11-13, 10:50 PM
Replies: 4,634
Views: 671,677
Posted By jackss731

built up my china carbons! ...

built up my china carbons!
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b254/inventor731/2013_08_09_20_34_57_zps49a7751b.jpg (google.com)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-13, 09:38 PM
Replies: 1,131
Views: 184,366
Posted By jackss731

Finally built up my wheels :D ...

Finally built up my wheels :D
http://i21.photobucket.com/albums/b254/inventor731/2013_08_09_20_34_57_zps49a7751b.jpg (google.com)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-04-13, 09:53 PM
Replies: 27,438
Views: 18,725,346
Posted By jackss731

The Archetypes look great! Nice bike

The Archetypes look great! Nice bike
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-13, 10:17 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 6,558
Posted By jackss731

I used to race bmx and other than that i never...

I used to race bmx and other than that i never found a desire to ride among cactus,scorpions,snakes,coyotes,and dirt (West Texas)

I have my Subrosa BMX to feel like a kid.
I have my Kilo TT Fixed...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-13, 04:46 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,149
Posted By jackss731

Panaracer Ribmos, not as fast as gatorskins(as if...

Panaracer Ribmos, not as fast as gatorskins(as if they are fast to begin with ha)...but you wont get flats.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-13, 12:05 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,885
Posted By jackss731

I picked up a pair (23mm) from PBK and got them...

I picked up a pair (23mm) from PBK and got them for 66 shipped. they are 75 each at my LBS :(

so if you have the time to wait for a deal then go for it. if not, then it all depends on your budget.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-13, 10:32 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,887
Posted By jackss731

Haha that is awesome!

Haha that is awesome!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-15-13, 10:14 PM
Replies: 21,608
Views: 5,548,198
Posted By jackss731

Damnnnnnnnnnnn:eek:

Damnnnnnnnnnnn:eek:
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-13, 09:30 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,925
Posted By jackss731

some polarized glasses from Academy. i think they...

some polarized glasses from Academy. i think they were like 3 bucks :D
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-13, 11:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,562
Posted By jackss731

I would think you could actually sell them for 20...

I would think you could actually sell them for 20 bucks more just because I know there are people out there that have been contemplating on purchasing some china carbons and would pay the extra 20 to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-20-13, 09:05 PM
Replies: 28,352
Views: 1,245,464
Posted By jackss731

i think its an apple decore-er

i think its an apple decore-er
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-19-13, 11:02 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,985
Posted By jackss731

oh man the entire fork looks so sketchy!

oh man the entire fork looks so sketchy!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-19-13, 10:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,757
Posted By jackss731

yeah I had them....fat...grippy, thick(puncture...

yeah I had them....fat...grippy, thick(puncture resistant) and more comfortable ride. I did in fact have the 700x28 without reflective sidewall before they sold out. They still have alot of life in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-13, 10:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,056
Posted By jackss731

DILBERTO thanks for the specs and pics! ...

DILBERTO thanks for the specs and pics!

Al1943 yeah thats what i was assuming, since the crankset chainrings vary in width between 8 9 and 10 speed.

Ill probably pick up kmc and might as well...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-13, 04:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,056
Posted By jackss731

So ive been reading around and saw that the...

So ive been reading around and saw that the roller width is the same between 9 and 10 speed chains. AND the cassette teeth width is the same between 9 and 10 speed cassettes. The only difference is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-13, 01:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,056
Posted By jackss731

Yeah thats what I assumed. I installed the new...

Yeah thats what I assumed. I installed the new cassette and torqued it. then made sure the wheel sat correctly in the dropouts.



I would figure that a 9 speed is a 9 speed is a 9 speed but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-13-13, 11:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,056
Posted By jackss731

9 Speed Chain Width Question

Hey guys so Ive been upgrading my GT SRS 3 and now my drivetrain hit a little snag.

The bike came stock with
Chain - HG-53
Crankset - FSA Vero Compact
Cassette - Tiagra CS-HG50 11-25

Then...
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