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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-12-14, 12:25 PM
Replies: 3,498
Views: 410,099
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Haha, it sure is! Thanks for catching that!

Haha, it sure is! Thanks for catching that!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-11-14, 07:00 PM
Replies: 3,498
Views: 410,099
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Here is the latest edition of my bike. I realize...

Here is the latest edition of my bike. I realize the styling is going to clash with a lot of peoples tastes, but at least it is better than it was before...


Last time I got this...




...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-08-14, 07:44 PM
Replies: 1,447
Views: 242,379
Posted By JohnnyBighead

brand new speed bike...

brand new speed bike (http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bik/4461332935.html)



#EnglishIsHard (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=EnglishIsHard)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-08-14, 12:46 PM
Replies: 1,447
Views: 242,379
Posted By JohnnyBighead

26" Schwinn Mountain Bike in a well maintain...

26" Schwinn Mountain Bike in a well maintain condition (http://greenville.craigslist.org/bik/4460237544.html) - Looks like a super comfy seat angle.

And it has this gem in the description...


...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-02-14, 08:11 PM
Replies: 24,591
Views: 2,705,266
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Today I rode with my youngest to the local...

Today I rode with my youngest to the local university for a picnic. Good times!

http://i38.photobucket.com/albums/e106/emfomas/924801_245008369018957_920181476_n.jpg~original...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-25-14, 08:44 PM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,143,010
Posted By JohnnyBighead

How do you like those Resist Nomads that you have...

How do you like those Resist Nomads that you have on your 725? Im looking for something new, and they look pretty interesting...

Also, I am thinking about getting some risers. You guys seem to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-20-13, 07:25 AM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,117,059
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Say it ain't so! Where did you go to order? I...

Say it ain't so! Where did you go to order? I want to get one next time they release!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-19-13, 09:49 PM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,117,059
Posted By JohnnyBighead

I wanted the one from Gage+DeSoto bad when it...

I wanted the one from Gage+DeSoto bad when it came out. It sold out and will never be made again (probably because of legal issues). This may be a workable alternative, but I wish it was a Purist...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-13-13, 09:05 PM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,117,059
Posted By JohnnyBighead

I think the plan will be to ride the Dicta until...

I think the plan will be to ride the Dicta until it gets ugly and in the meantime save money for the White. So they really are worth it then?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-13-13, 01:57 PM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,117,059
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Well, now I know.... Guess I am in the market for...

Well, now I know.... Guess I am in the market for a new freewheel...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-13-13, 12:27 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,093
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Yep, this is the real reason.

Yep, this is the real reason.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-13-13, 12:22 PM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,117,059
Posted By JohnnyBighead

I just ordered some black Archetype's laced to...

I just ordered some black Archetype's laced to black Formula hubs. Does that make me a cool kid now?

Also, got a Miche (Dicta) Black freewheel.... When it comes to freewheels, this Black is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-12-13, 12:00 PM
Replies: 11,686
Views: 5,117,059
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Details on the Langster deal?

Details on the Langster deal?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-10-13, 12:50 PM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 865,216
Posted By JohnnyBighead

At least he put down paper for the bike to go to...

At least he put down paper for the bike to go to the bathroom on, those Sarah McLaughlin animals dont get that...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-08-13, 08:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,083
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Thanks for all the input kids... In my case, I...

Thanks for all the input kids... In my case, I think that fish tail will help me, because I have always had a little trouble getting my feet in smoothly and efficiently, resulting in me not wanting...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-08-13, 08:10 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,866
Posted By JohnnyBighead

He can skid like a pro and is a track stand...

He can skid like a pro and is a track stand champion on the side....

OR

I took this picture before I put the deathtrap brakes on for him...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-07-13, 11:29 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 16,866
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Here is an actual beater.... Started its life as...

Here is an actual beater.... Started its life as one of those target bikes... And as it stands, its not all that far from one... I havent ridden it all that much so far (mostly ridden by my dad when...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-07-13, 08:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,083
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Pedal Help

I'm working on a new build, and I am looking for some pedals. It is going to have an all black drive train, and I dont want the pedals to stick out and look crazy. I have my eyes on the MKS Urban...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-06-13, 09:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 680
Posted By JohnnyBighead

This is from a builder/factory in China/Taiwan...

This is from a builder/factory in China/Taiwan right (probably from Alibaba)? Ive seen these spreadsheets plenty of times before... That explains the Lasco, Radius, Quando components. If you do go...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-05-13, 01:14 PM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 865,216
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Try this beauty on for size... 321491

Try this beauty on for size...

321491
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-18-13, 03:09 PM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,143,010
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Aww, come on guys.... It's "Undefeated"... it has...

Aww, come on guys.... It's "Undefeated"... it has to be good...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-18-13, 08:36 AM
Replies: 3,120
Views: 385,184
Posted By JohnnyBighead

At least this guy is willing to take trades.... ...

At least this guy is willing to take trades....
http://greenville.craigslist.org/bik/3746802839.html
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-20-13, 01:21 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,642
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Budget is going to be key. Without knowing the...

Budget is going to be key. Without knowing the budget it is going to be tough, because some people think $200 sounds about right, while others think $2k is more like it. The budget will help...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-20-13, 12:18 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 35,807
Posted By JohnnyBighead

http://i.imgur.com/jo95I0W.jpg Here is how...

http://i.imgur.com/jo95I0W.jpg

Here is how mine is looking... I know the tape doesnt match the saddle and my bullhorn angle is jacked up....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-18-13, 09:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 570
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Go here - http://sheldonbrown.com/ and here -...

Go here - http://sheldonbrown.com/
and here - http://sheldonbrown.com/fixed-conversion.html

And read a lot....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-07-13, 03:16 PM
Replies: 1,154
Views: 64,849
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Baby is here and healthy! Parts are already being...

Baby is here and healthy! Parts are already being collected for his first fixed gear build...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-07-13, 11:45 AM
Replies: 1,154
Views: 64,849
Posted By JohnnyBighead

I am checking BF while in the delivery room...

I am checking BF while in the delivery room waiting on baby boy to be born...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-13, 01:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,136
Posted By JohnnyBighead

And here she is! ...

And here she is!
http://www.republicbike.com/portlandia.asp
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-13, 11:38 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,136
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Yeah those Republics are dumpster worthy... I...

Yeah those Republics are dumpster worthy... I haven't seen an AeroFix, but a guy I see riding around town has that PureFix that is grey with the orange rims... It looked okay when he first got it,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-13, 11:29 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,136
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Of those you listed, the State bikes have to be...

Of those you listed, the State bikes have to be the pick... Both PureFix and AeroFix are made of Hi-Ten steel and the State bikes are chromoly... The first run of State bikes was pretty terrible (and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-26-13, 09:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 722
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Same here... I put one on my wife's tri training...

Same here... I put one on my wife's tri training bike and the thing worked well for about two rides and then started acting crazy... Cutting out for no reason, etc. I even doubted myself and took it...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-26-13, 09:44 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 35,807
Posted By JohnnyBighead

They will have no idea what fixed gear is... They...

They will have no idea what fixed gear is... They call them hybrids at Target... I have called about 10 different stores and they all called them that... I would say "do you have the hybrid that is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-26-13, 09:39 AM
Replies: 2,784
Views: 609,075
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Please excuse my ignorance, but what are the...

Please excuse my ignorance, but what are the possible issues with these eBay Leader frames? I would love to get onto a Leader, but the cash just isnt there right now.... Any thoughts?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-24-13, 09:59 AM
Replies: 201
Views: 35,807
Posted By JohnnyBighead

That is a definite option. Might be a little...

That is a definite option. Might be a little steep, but an instant, free option.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-23-13, 10:20 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 35,807
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Just got one of these beauties off of...

Just got one of these beauties off of craigslist... Looking at doing a cosmetic overhaul. Does anybody have a beater stem laying around that they could part with? I would like something in silver...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-22-13, 07:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,972
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Yeah, if it has breaks you definitely dont want...

Yeah, if it has breaks you definitely dont want it....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-22-13, 03:31 PM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 865,216
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Legendary stuff! And there are more videos... All...

Legendary stuff! And there are more videos... All amazing stuff. Great find!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-22-13, 11:29 AM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 865,216
Posted By JohnnyBighead

http://charlotte.craigslist.org/bik/3610600761.htm...

http://charlotte.craigslist.org/bik/3610600761.html

Nice description.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-22-13, 11:25 AM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 865,216
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Ha, i was about to post the same thing.... See it...

Ha, i was about to post the same thing.... See it on Prolly?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-22-13, 11:18 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 3,798
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Stay away from places like Pure Fix... I fell...

Stay away from places like Pure Fix... I fell into the trap and got a State bike. While I really do like my bike, I now see that there were better options out there...

Alot of people on here are...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-22-13, 09:54 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,350
Posted By JohnnyBighead

http://instagram.com/johnnybighead Mine will...

http://instagram.com/johnnybighead

Mine will be heavy on daily life, with my little boy taking up most of that... Occasionally bike stuff makes it on there and then anything that catches my eye...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-21-13, 03:07 PM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 865,216
Posted By JohnnyBighead

for sure... I was totally kidding about the...

for sure... I was totally kidding about the wheels...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-21-13, 12:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 781
Posted By JohnnyBighead

This is probably the best advice you are going to...

This is probably the best advice you are going to get... Love it!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-13, 11:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 781
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Oh sorry, totally forgot about the conversion......

Oh sorry, totally forgot about the conversion... Maybe get it for a good price and try out all 10 speeds...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-13, 11:56 PM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 865,216
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Check out the Deep Vs on this thing....Not sure...

Check out the Deep Vs on this thing....Not sure it is a bike though....
http://charleston.craigslist.org/bik/3630791385.html
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-13, 11:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 781
Posted By JohnnyBighead

You would be doing better than this.... ...

You would be doing better than this....
http://www.oldbikesbelong.com/projects/61cm-concord-aztec-225/
Offer him $75 and see what happens.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-13, 10:20 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 35,807
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Well, at least she looks way better!

Well, at least she looks way better!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-13, 12:08 PM
Replies: 3,498
Views: 410,099
Posted By JohnnyBighead

yeah, i thought that was probably the case......

yeah, i thought that was probably the case... Sorry for gumming up the thread!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-13, 09:41 AM
Replies: 3,498
Views: 410,099
Posted By JohnnyBighead

Ha, well thanks! It was a fair amount of work...

Ha, well thanks! It was a fair amount of work stripping, painting, etc, but I am pleased with the outcome... It was a lot of fun, and now I want to do my own build... Never ending...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-13, 08:59 AM
Replies: 3,498
Views: 410,099
Posted By JohnnyBighead

I am relatively certain you are making fun of...

I am relatively certain you are making fun of me... but either way, thanks for checking it out... It was a Christmas gift for my 3 (now 4) year old and he loves it. Then again, he would have loved...
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