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Forum: Framebuilders
10-21-13, 06:24 AM
Replies: 460
Views: 310,741
Posted By bikecopXXX

probably better this way...gold leaf between...

probably better this way...gold leaf between layers of carbon might act to cause delaminations.
Forum: Framebuilders
10-14-13, 06:33 AM
Replies: 460
Views: 310,741
Posted By bikecopXXX

Canaboo, that is a really nice looking job. is...

Canaboo, that is a really nice looking job. is that gold leaf in the lugs? nice effect.
Forum: Framebuilders
08-05-13, 05:26 AM
Replies: 460
Views: 310,741
Posted By bikecopXXX

dsaul: very interesting frame and well executed!...

dsaul: very interesting frame and well executed!
chumley: very impressive bike. is that build stand your design or did it come as a kit? i like it
sixtyfiver: the little Phillips is looking...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-29-13, 05:53 AM
Replies: 460
Views: 310,741
Posted By bikecopXXX

Oreste! thats quite some truss-work you have...

Oreste!
thats quite some truss-work you have there. How did you make the curved tubing, with heat? Makes me wonder if i can make a seat outta PVC for my rather ordinary steel 'bent.
Forum: Framebuilders
04-15-13, 05:36 AM
Replies: 460
Views: 310,741
Posted By bikecopXXX

WOW. nice work George

WOW. nice work George
03-25-13, 07:28 AM
Replies: 941
Views: 557,818
Posted By bikecopXXX

i like that x-frame design. looks strong. i...

i like that x-frame design. looks strong. i think several manufacturers use it over there.
Forum: Framebuilders
03-11-13, 05:14 AM
Replies: 460
Views: 310,741
Posted By bikecopXXX

very impressive George Usov. I like a steel...

very impressive George Usov. I like a steel track bike. it just looks right.
Forum: Framebuilders
01-07-13, 07:28 AM
Replies: 460
Views: 310,741
Posted By bikecopXXX

fr333zin, that is a great looking frame & build. ...

fr333zin, that is a great looking frame & build. I like the red accents and the 2-tone bar wrap. Gravel racing seems to be the next big thing.
Forum: Framebuilders
06-20-12, 05:19 PM
Replies: 460
Views: 310,741
Posted By bikecopXXX

Thanks for that. I just read some of your...

Thanks for that. I just read some of your bikefiend writings. Good stuff. Sorry about your mother passing. My parents & inlaws are getting into their 80s and their health is not good as a group.
...
Forum: Framebuilders
06-18-12, 05:53 AM
Replies: 460
Views: 310,741
Posted By bikecopXXX

Hi 65er. i've been wanting a 20 inch...

Hi 65er.
i've been wanting a 20 inch commuter/touring bike and yours looks good. is that a raleigh 20 or did you make it yourself? also how do you find the 20s in general compared to larger tire...
11-14-11, 06:24 AM
Replies: 941
Views: 557,818
Posted By bikecopXXX

Hey reynolds. who makes that double kickstand? ...

Hey reynolds. who makes that double kickstand? or is that your handiwork also?
Forum: Framebuilders
01-24-11, 07:28 AM
Replies: 460
Views: 310,741
Posted By bikecopXXX

that's a trick trike, scbvideoboy. does the...

that's a trick trike, scbvideoboy. does the rear wheel have suspension also? is there a sliding spline somewhere in that drive shaft to handle suspension movement? i couldn't spot it. nice work.
Forum: Framebuilders
01-02-11, 06:22 PM
Replies: 460
Views: 310,741
Posted By bikecopXXX

ironcroft, that looks pretty nice. how does it...

ironcroft, that looks pretty nice. how does it ride? did you use a jig?
12-20-10, 06:00 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,325
Posted By bikecopXXX

OK, we can play Vigilante is an "unauthorized...

OK, we can play
Vigilante is an "unauthorized group administering punishment for crimes" where is the punishment? where is the group? guess you're full of it.
12-13-10, 04:27 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 4,325
Posted By bikecopXXX

"Handling things "citizen to citizen" is by...

"Handling things "citizen to citizen" is by definition vigilantism"
absolutely wrong.
it's how civil adults can handle things without bringing lawyers into the mix.
11-29-10, 08:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,001
Posted By bikecopXXX

i learned a similar lesson with power boats. ...

i learned a similar lesson with power boats. don't just throw your junk in the boat and take off. secure it, or wind & waves will soon scatter it for you. hopefully most of it stays in the boat. ...
11-18-10, 07:08 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 641
Posted By bikecopXXX

cargo-trike

http://www.bentrideronline.com/?p=4013

i didn't see this posted on this forum. looks pretty sleek for a cargo setup.
Forum: Framebuilders
09-24-10, 12:34 PM
Replies: 460
Views: 310,741
Posted By bikecopXXX

Dang CurbDestroyer, i was just sketching up an...

Dang CurbDestroyer, i was just sketching up an all double-tube idea, right down to the
single-to-double seat tube transition. I like your results.
08-13-10, 03:35 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 8,045
Posted By bikecopXXX

judging from the side view photo, the transport...

judging from the side view photo, the transport looks like it has severe toe overlap. any notice of that mconlonx? i have big boats for feet so i look for these things.
Replies: 9
Views: 1,057
Posted By bikecopXXX

hey RW&R, can you go into detail on the oil...

hey RW&R, can you go into detail on the oil bath? i was reading the IGH forum on MTBR and one poster says it's grease, not oil, in the alfine. oil is apparently planned for the new 11 spd. but...
Replies: 9
Views: 1,057
Posted By bikecopXXX

oh sorry it could be this tour turns me into a...

oh sorry
it could be this tour turns me into a long distance rider. altho i do like my sleep.
Replies: 9
Views: 1,057
Posted By bikecopXXX

i did hear that. i want one badly, sight unseen....

i did hear that. i want one badly, sight unseen. i don't suppose we know a price yet?
02-10-10, 11:26 AM
Replies: 97
Views: 58,524
Posted By bikecopXXX

i have tried the Marys and they are very...

i have tried the Marys and they are very comfortable and natural feeling, excellent all around. I had them on my SS mtn bike for a long time, then decided i couldn't climb well enough standing...
Replies: 9
Views: 1,057
Posted By bikecopXXX

Alfine reliable enough?

i am considering doing the blue ridge parkway this spring, averaging 50-100 miles a day. converting
my SS commuter to an alfine hub is the current plan.
i think i've figured out that i can get...
09-14-09, 06:06 AM
Replies: 941
Views: 557,818
Posted By bikecopXXX

i like the looks of that dutch utility bike...

i like the looks of that dutch utility bike macfred. interesting triangulation probably makes for a stiff frame. who makes it? are the wheels different sizes or is that an optical delusion?
...
03-23-09, 07:39 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 29,175
Posted By bikecopXXX

so, i'm wondering why the sudden interest in...

so, i'm wondering why the sudden interest in jog-strollers? maybe you're expecting a little bike messenger?!?!? :twitchy:
Forum: Commuting
03-10-09, 07:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 977
Posted By bikecopXXX

i've got the same issue with my redline monocog...

i've got the same issue with my redline monocog 29er...no rackmount holes or fender mount holes. I am using p-clips with the rubber wrap, if you know what I mean. Home Depot and Lowes have them. ...
Forum: Commuting
03-06-09, 04:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 817
Posted By bikecopXXX

http://www.konaworld.com/09_smoke_u.cfm kona...

http://www.konaworld.com/09_smoke_u.cfm

kona smoke, steel commuter, $425
Replies: 258
Views: 62,669
Posted By bikecopXXX

1975, Norman, Oklahoma, LAW century. Think...

1975, Norman, Oklahoma, LAW century. Think Oklahoma is flat? Ha!! I did it with zero training, an old steel road bike with clips & straps. My feet went numb, my neck ached, my butt was on fire....
01-21-09, 09:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,539
Posted By bikecopXXX

that frame looks really nice. lots of tabs for...

that frame looks really nice. lots of tabs for bolting on stuff. too bad the components are cheap.
Forum: Commuting
01-20-09, 12:01 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 6,528
Posted By bikecopXXX

those salt rocks/sticks work well, you just have...

those salt rocks/sticks work well, you just have to get them wet first so some salt dissolves off and onto your skin.
01-16-09, 06:30 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,380
Posted By bikecopXXX

hey Gotte did you make the top deck also? very...

hey Gotte did you make the top deck also? very clean looking. what material did you use? thx
01-15-09, 11:08 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 29,175
Posted By bikecopXXX

the new bike looks fantastic. it was interesting...

the new bike looks fantastic. it was interesting to watch it progress from the box to the perimeter frame to the mixte...good choices all along.

I posted this question over in the "post your...
01-15-09, 10:32 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 9,666
Posted By bikecopXXX

i've been reading some good feedback on the...

i've been reading some good feedback on the alfine hub used for mtn biking. i don't think it's officially recommended for it, but seems like it might be tough enough for mtn/utility use.

the...
01-15-09, 09:43 AM
Replies: 941
Views: 557,818
Posted By bikecopXXX

hey that new CETMA bike looks nice. disc brakes...

hey that new CETMA bike looks nice. disc brakes are definitely warranted as well as the seat position change. were you shooting for a "feet on the ground while seated" setup? looks sweet. have...
Forum: Commuting
01-15-09, 06:54 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 9,472
Posted By bikecopXXX

another vote for TIME Atac...i like the Zs,...

another vote for TIME Atac...i like the Zs, platform w/2-sided clip in...always on sale too. i've had bad experience with SPD and heard many stories of eggbeaters exploding.

also another vote...
Forum: Commuting
12-22-08, 11:31 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,108
Posted By bikecopXXX

i used spray degreaser on the whole bike when i...

i used spray degreaser on the whole bike when i started out...i am convinced it stripped the grease out of all my bearings and caused free-hub failures and other issues. if you use it keep it away...
Forum: Commuting
12-16-08, 01:43 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,915
Posted By bikecopXXX

that pass jacket looks nice, altho a bit pricey. ...

that pass jacket looks nice, altho a bit pricey. you might check this out also: http://catoregon.qwestoffice.net/downloads/HPM2008Reprint.pdf
scroll down to the poncho...pretty clever, huh?
Forum: Commuting
12-16-08, 01:20 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,372
Posted By bikecopXXX

my buddy has a LHT along with an extremely nice...

my buddy has a LHT along with an extremely nice collection of high end and classic bikes...HE LOVES the LHT and rides it all the time. that says something about it i think.

btw, slightly...
Forum: Commuting
12-16-08, 12:56 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,020
Posted By bikecopXXX

i've seen a 1X1 built with 29er wheels/tires, so...

i've seen a 1X1 built with 29er wheels/tires, so i believe a 700c road tire would fit easily...probably a fat one with room for fenders even.
Forum: Commuting
12-15-08, 02:23 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,026
Posted By bikecopXXX

i lived in texass long ago and found the cowboys...

i lived in texass long ago and found the cowboys to be very bike-hostile.
Forum: Commuting
12-13-08, 08:24 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 7,725
Posted By bikecopXXX

uh, YOU can do whatever you like. I'll wear my...

uh, YOU can do whatever you like. I'll wear my stuff, you wear your $360 jeans, or what-ever.
Forum: Commuting
12-11-08, 03:04 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 8,687
Posted By bikecopXXX

my $0.02 run multiple rear flashers...I like PB...

my $0.02
run multiple rear flashers...I like PB Superflash. and run one up high like on your helmet. why? when you're being passed by a line of cars on a 2-lane road, only the 1st car can see...
Forum: Commuting
12-11-08, 02:44 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 7,725
Posted By bikecopXXX

yes pretty much, except for reflective bits. I...

yes pretty much, except for reflective bits. I do have a style. it's just not racer style. why pretend. i'm slow and i know it.
Forum: Commuting
12-11-08, 02:24 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 7,725
Posted By bikecopXXX

allow me to clarify. by normal clothes, i mean...

allow me to clarify. by normal clothes, i mean normal-looking, as in no gaudy TEAM-issue racer wear. I am fully aware that cotton jeans etc. do not work for commuting. I must have wicking,...
Forum: Commuting
12-11-08, 02:13 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,611
Posted By bikecopXXX

EXCELLENT points...also add time worked to pay...

EXCELLENT points...also add time worked to pay for gas, insurance, maintenance, finance charges...as well as cost of the gym, cost of medical care(in the US), cost in lives and $$ to invade oil...
Forum: Commuting
12-11-08, 01:38 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 7,725
Posted By bikecopXXX

i guess people dress like lance cause they wanna...

i guess people dress like lance cause they wanna be seen as "racers". kinda like car commuters wearing nomex driving suits and full face helmets inside their Lincoln Navigators. once bikes are...
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