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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-18-21, 08:46 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,581
Posted By stevenlsmith87

I ended up selling some guitar gear, so my budget...

I ended up selling some guitar gear, so my budget has gone up from a Wal-Mart bike to something in the $1k-$1.2K. Looking at the State All Road since I can do some camping trips with it like the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-15-21, 03:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,409
Posted By stevenlsmith87

This would not be taken out on gravel. I would...

This would not be taken out on gravel. I would stick to the roads with this bike IF I purchased it.

I didn't know about that sub-forum and agree that this probably should have been posted there. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-15-21, 02:54 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,409
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Serial Number is 65804917167 I am 5'10/11ish...

Serial Number is 65804917167

I am 5'10/11ish and believe my frame size should be a 56cm IF I remember being fitted a few years ago. When I stand over the bike the top tube is up there, but I do...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
11-15-21, 02:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,409
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Cannondale SC600 Is It Worth It?

Hey Everyone!

I currently don't have a bike and mentioned to a friend that I was looking fo an older road bike as a little beater until I can save up for a newer gravel bike for some roads here in...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-28-21, 07:02 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,581
Posted By stevenlsmith87

HEY!!! That's awesome! Thanks for the trail...

HEY!!! That's awesome! Thanks for the trail recommendations. I'll have to look into some of those gravel roads in Rothrock and Bald Eagle. My plan was to just do the Lower Trail for the time...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-26-21, 11:03 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,581
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Honestly, the only reason I even thought about a...

Honestly, the only reason I even thought about a WalMart bike was for the fact that most of my riding starting out will be on a Rails To Trails, or very similar type roads. Not much climbing at all....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-26-21, 10:57 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,581
Posted By stevenlsmith87

I am in Blair County, near Altoona. While I know...

I am in Blair County, near Altoona. While I know I can get into some elevation where I live, I plan on taking it easy and doing the Rails to Trails. It has been awhile since I have been on a bike...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-25-21, 07:37 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,581
Posted By stevenlsmith87

What level is Entry Level?

Hey everyone. As the tale as old as time goes...I am in the market for a bike. I primarily am a runner, but looking to add some cycling into my life to mix it up and honestly, its something I have...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-23-14, 08:53 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 7,961
Posted By stevenlsmith87

First you need to answer where you are going to...

First you need to answer where you are going to do the majority of your riding. Is it going to be on paved surfaces, or more light trails? Then pick the bike accordingly.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-20-14, 07:26 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 763
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Thanks breadbin

Thanks breadbin
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-16-14, 05:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,630
Posted By stevenlsmith87

congrats on the new bike!!

congrats on the new bike!!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-16-14, 05:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 763
Posted By stevenlsmith87

@Black wallnut...

@Black wallnut (http://www.bikeforums.net/member.php?u=268377)
I will have to check them out!
@urs (http://www.bikeforums.net/member.php?u=6660)a minor
Thanks for the welcome!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-16-14, 02:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 763
Posted By stevenlsmith87

It....Is......Time

First off....I want to introduce myself. My name is Steven and just got into cycling about a year ago. I have always liked riding, but really have started to get serious about it to lose weight on...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-16-14, 09:38 AM
Replies: 4,411
Views: 349,597
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Go easy on me. This was my first time riding on...

Go easy on me. This was my first time riding on a trail. It is a different world, but one I like. I hope to build some confidence and not walk next time I ride in some areas I was a little iffy...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-11-14, 11:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,004
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Pedal Question

Hey,

I purchased a mountain bike a few days ago and am wondering if clipless pedals are a necessity for single track riding. I do not have all the confidence in the world at going over certain...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-06-14, 05:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,140
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Shimano PD-M540 SPD for me.

Shimano PD-M540 SPD for me.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-06-14, 05:14 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,188
Posted By stevenlsmith87

See if you can't find a 2013 model still at a...

See if you can't find a 2013 model still at a store.....you can usually get a great deal on last year's model bikes. I just got into mountain biking and had a similar price range that you had. I...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-29-14, 09:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 709
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Entry Point

I am looking to get into hitting some local trails here in the burbs of Philly (Core Creek, Whissahickon, Neshaminy) and am wondering what is a decent entry level into the world of mountain biking. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-24-14, 07:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,594
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Pedal Clearance??

Hey Everyone.

I am wondering what should be the minimal amount of pedal clearance that someone would be okay with getting away with. I have had no issues with my Trek DS 8.2 with rigid fork, but...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-17-13, 05:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,572
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Yes.....The Ergon GP2 in a size large

Yes.....The Ergon GP2 in a size large
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-16-13, 08:21 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,420
Posted By stevenlsmith87

my average is around 11mph. I ride in an area...

my average is around 11mph. I ride in an area where there is plenty of traffic and people so going fast in not an option. I am looking for new areas to ride in the morning before work that would...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-16-13, 08:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,572
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Yeah.....what I should have bought at first....or...

Yeah.....what I should have bought at first....or something similar. I never did any research before I bought this bike. I just happened into a bike shop one day and decided I would buy a bike. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-16-13, 03:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,572
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Here is what the final product looks like. I...

Here is what the final product looks like. I will take it out on its first ride tomorrow. Swapped the fork and added some 32's instead of the 38's that were on it.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-16-13, 03:06 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 391,737
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Today I swapped out the suspension fork on the DS...

Today I swapped out the suspension fork on the DS 8.2 with a CroMoly Rigid fork. I also changed out my tires from 700cx38 to a smoother 700cx32 tires, added a Topeak Wedge, and Leyzene Pressure...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-10-13, 05:40 PM
Replies: 3,556
Views: 2,497,038
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Alright.....been posting a few months so I...

Alright.....been posting a few months so I thought I should introduce myself here.

My name is Steven. I am 26 years old...5'11 and weigh 266. I just got into cycling a few months ago and LOVE...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-09-13, 09:07 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,572
Posted By stevenlsmith87

I went to my LBS today to discuss upgrading the...

I went to my LBS today to discuss upgrading the fork/tires or buying a new bike if I could sell this one. The suggested that I just swap the fork with a suspension corrected rigid fork and swap the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-09-13, 03:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,858
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Problem for me with the tennis holder is that I...

Problem for me with the tennis holder is that I only have on Water Bottle spot on my Trek DS....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-09-13, 10:02 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,572
Posted By stevenlsmith87

To Sell or Upgrade my Bike

Okay.....I purchased my bike without ever doing research.....rookie mistake.

After owning my Trek DS 8.2 for a few months....I have figured out that it is not really my thing. I ride 90% road and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-13, 11:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,858
Posted By stevenlsmith87

I don't really drive over to much rough terrain. ...

I don't really drive over to much rough terrain. I think on my daily rides, and if I start to commute to work....it would be about 80% road and 20% off road. Looking at the topeak explorer rack...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-13, 09:30 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 674
Posted By stevenlsmith87

I am 5'11 I hopefully can go check it out...

I am 5'11

I hopefully can go check it out tomorrow if at all possible
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-13, 08:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 674
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Used "Vintage" Road Bike

Hey Everyone.

I am looking to add a new bike to my collection of well....one bike. I currently have a Trek DS hybrid. I want to get a road bike eventually, but at the moment I do not have the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-06-13, 07:27 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,858
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Bike Extras???

Hey Everyone,

So I am looking to buy some accessories for my Trek DS. Currently I ride a very stock Dual Sport with Ergon GP2 Grips. I am looking to add some other features to it, but don't know...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-05-13, 02:21 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 391,737
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Today I added the Ergon Grip GP2 to my Trek Dual...

Today I added the Ergon Grip GP2 to my Trek Dual Sport. Love the grip compared to the stock grip. Now I am looking to get some sort of saddle bag, or rack and trunk bag as well as a few other items.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-05-13, 02:16 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 2,144
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Trek DS 8.2 Tires

Hey Everyone,

I am wondering how big a difference it would make if I put smaller tires on my DS. Right now I have Bontrager LT1, 700x38c on the bike, but wonder if a smaller tire would make a...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-20-13, 01:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 507
Posted By stevenlsmith87

I know they are cheap....and I am not actually...

I know they are cheap....and I am not actually going to be riding up and down mountains, but this would be a trail only bike. The DS is the commuter/family bike. What would be considered a "budget"...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-19-13, 10:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 507
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Yet Another Which Bike Thread!

Fuji Nevada 2.1 (http://www.fujibikes.com/bike/details/nevada_21) vs Motobocane 450HT (http://www.bikesdirect.com/products/motobecane/450ht_new_xii.htm)

Looking to dip my toes into the world of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-19-13, 07:24 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 940
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Fenders and Rack

Hey,

I have been on the hunt to find a decent commuter bike, but figure i am going to turn my Trek DS 8.2 into my commuter/family fun day bike. I am wanting to get a fender/rack system going to...
Forum: Commuting
06-19-13, 06:25 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 520
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Fenders and Rack

Hey,

I have been on the hunt to find a decent commuter bike, but figure i am going to turn my Trek DS 8.2 into my commuter/family fun day bike. I am wanting to get a fender/rack system going to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-19-13, 04:06 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 7,449
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Awesome!!! I have yet to brave riding 50...

Awesome!!! I have yet to brave riding 50 miles....heck....I have yet to do 20. Congrats on the ride!!
Forum: Commuting
06-19-13, 02:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 947
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Yeah...I don't have a thing for those old...

Yeah...I don't have a thing for those old schwinns, but it seems like thats all that is on my local craigslist. I thought about building on an old Royce Union frame. Looks like it would cost me...
Forum: Commuting
06-18-13, 09:07 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 947
Posted By stevenlsmith87

.....and I do not have a thing for...

.....and I do not have a thing for Scwhinns.....just cheap drop bar bikes that I can find....
Forum: Commuting
06-18-13, 09:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 947
Posted By stevenlsmith87

thanks for the replies guys. Got fitted and...

thanks for the replies guys. Got fitted and realized I need 56cm bike. I promise I am not going to do this for every bike that I find or think about....so I will leave it at this

Here is another...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-18-13, 07:50 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 694
Posted By stevenlsmith87

awesome!! I am still working up to that...

awesome!! I am still working up to that myself....so you are not alone!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-16-13, 08:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 28,121
Posted By stevenlsmith87

thinking about doing this with my DS 8.2 as...

thinking about doing this with my DS 8.2 as well.....love the bike, but not feeling the front suspension
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-15-13, 11:08 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 391,737
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Wrote about it on my new blog here!!...

Wrote about it on my new blog here!! (http://cyclingsloth.blogspot.com/2013/06/30-day-check-up.html)

Or....you can just read here...I to my bike to my LBS to have its 30 inspection/tune-up, then I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-15-13, 03:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,743
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Love that bike. I have a trek DS 8.2 that I...

Love that bike. I have a trek DS 8.2 that I love, but am slowly hating the suspension for a commuter/daily ride bike. Wish I would have looked at that Fuji. How is it handling little bumps and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-15-13, 02:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 22,109
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Those pics make me want to pick one up too. Hard...

Those pics make me want to pick one up too. Hard to justify having two hybrids.....think I will just save for a drop-bar road bike next.....but thats one sharp looking bike!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-15-13, 02:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 693
Posted By stevenlsmith87

thats how I feel. I have not been on a bike...

thats how I feel. I have not been on a bike since I was 12 (since my grandfather was hit and killed on a ride). Well at 26 I need to get in shape and boy does riding just a few miles kill.....love...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-14-13, 01:01 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,869,933
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Right now I ride a very stock Trek DS...

Right now I ride a very stock Trek DS 8.2......looking to add some fenders and a rack and make it my commuter once I get my road bike!
...
Forum: Commuting
06-14-13, 12:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 947
Posted By stevenlsmith87

Yeah....I knew I would have to replace the...

Yeah....I knew I would have to replace the grip-tape, and I would swap out the saddle. I did not know if this would be a decent beater bike/commuter. My communte to work is literally 3 miles. My...
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