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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-10, 01:02 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,161,034
Posted By labonvie07

I saw this today as I am in the market for a new...

I saw this today as I am in the market for a new (to me or new new) bike. The main issue I had with it was the campys, which are low end for the era and supposedly a headache to maintain. However,...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-10, 12:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 421
Posted By labonvie07

Welcome to Philadelphia

If you are living in Center City or one of the surrounding areas (W. Philly, No Libs, South Philly, etc) a single speed is fine as the city is pretty flat. There are a few minors hills, but nothing...
Forum: Commuting
12-06-05, 10:26 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 8,568
Posted By labonvie07

All u bike namin haters out there need to...

All u bike namin haters out there need to understand that naming bikes is not just for children. For me it cements the relationship I have with my bike. You ride it for a while, feel out its...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-14-05, 09:26 AM
Replies: 262
Views: 48,534
Posted By labonvie07

Anyone know of any places in Orlando, fl or...

Anyone know of any places in Orlando, fl or anywhere in central florida for that matter. I went up to visit my family in philly and was mad jealous of all the good shops up there.
Forum: Commuting
10-20-05, 09:57 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,155
Posted By labonvie07

Pit Bulls arent allowed in some areas because of...

Pit Bulls arent allowed in some areas because of their violent nature. Some breeds of pitbull are more calm then others, but that does not negate their aggressive nature. I've had a lot of dog...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-14-05, 08:39 AM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,764,260
Posted By labonvie07

Nice bike Far horizon. How did you paint that...

Nice bike Far horizon. How did you paint that bike? I have an old panasonic I am thinking about turning into a fixie and I was pondering painting it as well. Also what did you do to the front...
Forum: Commuting
10-11-05, 01:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 484
Posted By labonvie07

You forgot to mention broad street during rush...

You forgot to mention broad street during rush hour traffic or any holiday or greek week... almost at all times. Personally I feel safer biking in the streets of center city then I do biking in the...
Forum: Commuting
10-10-05, 05:44 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 731
Posted By labonvie07

Good for you! Probably gave 'im his first real...

Good for you! Probably gave 'im his first real action in awhile. I hope that coffee burned. can u tell i've never had a good experience with philly cops?
Forum: Commuting
10-05-05, 09:24 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,011
Posted By labonvie07

I have friends here who go skydiving all the...

I have friends here who go skydiving all the time. There is apparently good skydiving in zephyr hills. If that is what gives you kicks, then definitely check it out. Dont worry about hurricanes...
Forum: Commuting
10-04-05, 05:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,011
Posted By labonvie07

I am a transplant from philly. I came here for...

I am a transplant from philly. I came here for school and now work here and commute by bike. It aint the northeast. It rains A LOT! But.... its sunny and warm almost all year round, which is more...
Forum: Commuting
09-29-05, 01:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,635
Posted By labonvie07

Hey Goose. I am also a central florida commuter....

Hey Goose. I am also a central florida commuter. I live in Orlando and have been commutin all around the place, but I've never seen any of that crazy stuff. Where the heck are you commuting? ...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-05, 09:30 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 5,481
Posted By labonvie07

Two precursors: 1. I just started commuting...

Two precursors:
1. I just started commuting again after a long haiatus so I cant say I'm hard core like some of you.
2. My commute is 1 mile one way down a back road that leads right through my...
Forum: Commuting
09-21-05, 12:55 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,231
Posted By labonvie07

I agree with those who suggest a pack cover. Any...

I agree with those who suggest a pack cover. Any outdoor/camping supply store will sell you a waterproof pack cover for 20-30 bucks. Make sure its single piece construction. The good ones have no...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-05, 06:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 922
Posted By labonvie07

I think I'm just going to sell the bike. I'm...

I think I'm just going to sell the bike. I'm still new to bike repair and maintanence ( I just got into serious biking) and this sounds over my head. Besides, as I've already stated, I dont need...
Forum: Commuting
09-18-05, 11:04 AM
Replies: 31,391
Views: 1,283,104
Posted By labonvie07

Did my first grocery run today. I just started...

Did my first grocery run today. I just started using my new commuter bike (Giant FCR 3) and it rides like a dream. The grocery store is only a mile away, but I felt proud being independent of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-05, 05:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 922
Posted By labonvie07

When us say touch up and overhaul what does that...

When us say touch up and overhaul what does that entail? I worry that getting parts for this bike will cost more money than its worth. Plus I'm not that nostalgic about downtube shifters, making the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-05, 01:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 922
Posted By labonvie07

Help Identifying Peugeot

I have this spiffy lookin red peugeot that I think is a 70-72 model px-10, but i'm not sure. the serial number is on a riveted piece of metal and it's # is 0031891. I know that since it has 7...
Forum: Commuting
09-13-05, 05:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 875
Posted By labonvie07

Hurray for LBS! I went back to the lbs, well to...

Hurray for LBS! I went back to the lbs, well to the other location of the lbs (they have two stores), which is the actual place where i bought the bike. The mechanic there is real cool. He had...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-05, 12:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 875
Posted By labonvie07

put the squeeze on my lbs. I called and told...

put the squeeze on my lbs. I called and told them that I am very upset about the bike. The guy I spoke to offered to order in a few types of fenders and also call giant to ask what to do. I'm...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-05, 07:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 875
Posted By labonvie07

I'm thinking about taking this bike back. I'm...

I'm thinking about taking this bike back. I'm not sure whether they will let me return it since I've installed bar ends and moreover I really like the ride on this bike. But living in florida (as...
Forum: Commuting
09-11-05, 08:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 875
Posted By labonvie07

Got my bike back from the lbs yesterday...

Got my bike back from the lbs yesterday afternoon. The back fender wouldnt fit. :( They only charged me half price for the front one. I think the bike looks a lil funny with only one fender. I...
Forum: Commuting
09-10-05, 09:41 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 875
Posted By labonvie07

I took my bike to the local lbs (the one I bought...

I took my bike to the local lbs (the one I bought it from) first thing this morning. They set about arguing whether a full fender would fit in the back. The front fender will fit fine. After much...
Forum: Introductions
09-09-05, 05:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 307
Posted By labonvie07

I'm a transplant in Florida and I finally decided...

I'm a transplant in Florida and I finally decided to get a real bike (been riding a beater 80's panasonic) and start commuting to work. I live in Orlando and my commute is a meager 1 m each way. ...
Forum: Commuting
09-09-05, 04:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 875
Posted By labonvie07

I finally broke down and bought a brand new bike....

I finally broke down and bought a brand new bike. It is an 05 Giant OCR 3. I already have two questions. I noticed while buying the bike that there is only one eyelet in the rear for attaching...
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