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Forum: Road Cycling
10-21-14, 12:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,150
Posted By Simko

Hi Everyone, I realize that this reply is a bit...

Hi Everyone, I realize that this reply is a bit late (ha!) but after a long time i was FINALLY able to set aside the cash and purchase a new bike :)

This is a pic of me (slightly jaundiced) about...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
08-19-12, 08:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 576
Posted By Simko

what type of riding for weight loss during my commute?

Ive been tuning my diet to a healthier one... ill have to keep a food journal to really track what im eating.

My commute is usually 5miles, but ive planned another route that is a bit more of a...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-12, 12:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 833
Posted By Simko

I dont have a smart phone garmin edge 500...

I dont have a smart phone

garmin edge 500 ordered

thanks folsk!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-12, 09:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 833
Posted By Simko

reading reviews now, in canada i can buy for 235...

reading reviews now, in canada i can buy for 235 + 50 for the speed/cadence sensor, thankyou for staying in my budget.


now, to find a deal! (or wait for other opinions)
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-12, 09:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 833
Posted By Simko

Recommend: gps (budget)

Good day bf.
seasons coming to an end for me, so why not buy a gps!

I want to do a better job tracking my pace and im quite lazy, so something that lets me ride, come home, plug into my mac and...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-12, 09:20 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,899
Posted By Simko

I ride 7km to work, I wear my clipless shoes and...

I ride 7km to work, I wear my clipless shoes and gym shorts , i get to work, take my shoes off, put on normal shoes and walk in the door, get changed in the mens room.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-15-12, 09:15 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 322
Posted By Simko

Cheap wide tire?

Hi folks, looking for a 2.5"+ tire, jenson has kenda nevegals for under 20 bucks, however when i checkout on their website, theres an extra 14 dollar charge (oversize item) which really makes it...
Forum: Commuting
04-10-12, 02:35 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,845
Posted By Simko

im going to start with the forte campus pedal,...

im going to start with the forte campus pedal, thanks everyone!
Forum: Commuting
04-10-12, 11:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,845
Posted By Simko

double sided SPD / platform pedal?

can someone recommend me a double sided spd pedal that also doubles with a larger area so i can use it when wearing normal shoes?

my current pedals are small and dedicated for spd, i CAN use them...
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-10-12, 09:24 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,996
Posted By Simko

Found it if your bike has disc mounts: ...

Found it

if your bike has disc mounts:

M5 x 45mm

if no disc mounts (like mine)
m5x15mm
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-09-12, 07:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 5,996
Posted By Simko

what size bolts to mount my topeak super tourist rack on crosscheck?

I bought a topeak super tourist rear rack last year, took it off over the winter for some reason, and lost the bolts that mount it to the frame, anyone know what sizes and pitch these bolts are? i...
Forum: Commuting
07-29-11, 12:16 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 26,805
Posted By Simko

http://www.golivewire.com/forums/img.cgi?s=1276488

http://www.golivewire.com/forums/img.cgi?s=1276488
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-18-11, 04:47 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 428
Posted By Simko

the bike came with hydro discs origionally, so...

the bike came with hydro discs origionally, so yes the hubs are compatible
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-17-11, 11:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 428
Posted By Simko

New brakes for Giant DS warp

My 2001 DS warp's brakes just bit the bullet, I want to swap to cable actuated discs....can anyone recommend some decent stuff for me? i plan on buying new rotors calipers etc etc etc

I want to go...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-11, 05:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,150
Posted By Simko

Specialized model choice: for heavier , rec rider.

I'm in the market for a new bike, currently I ride a surly crosscheck, heavy, dt shifters....blah blah blah, I'd like to make a purchase!

I'm about 180lbs, do mostly rec riding and prefer...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-03-10, 04:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,896
Posted By Simko

1upusa!

1upusa!
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-27-10, 05:00 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 693
Posted By Simko

Cheapest source for a UTE?

Anyone have any good deals on a UTE? I saw someone who paid a REALLY low price for 2!

just wonderingif theres a closeout, or if those deals were on a small scale.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-16-10, 07:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,652
Posted By Simko

what tire for gravel roads?

Hey folks

I ride a surly CC, with conti 700x28 tires with a very smooth profile, never taken this bike offroad.
on my normal route, i turn away from one gravel road that I've NEVER gone down,
...
Forum: Touring
06-11-10, 09:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 575
Posted By Simko

Green touring bike at uwo

Ive seen your bike parked by the biotron, green/teal touring setup, front and rear rack, drop bar with barend shifters,and what looks like spd petals! showyourself!!!!
Forum: Touring
06-10-10, 11:41 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 351
Posted By Simko

Who was at UWO today eating lunch at UCC?

UWO in london ontario,

Saw 2 White cannondales chained at the spoke patio, White cannondales with honey brooks saddles, atleast one had aero bars attached, I only got a glance but atleast one had...
Forum: Commuting
06-08-10, 09:46 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 13,222
Posted By Simko

madchemist, I know the LBS where irclean got the...

madchemist, I know the LBS where irclean got the bars! you just have to help me with this second year organic chem class im taking.....

im curious aswell, where were these bars from irclean?
Forum: Commuting
06-06-10, 08:55 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,385,568
Posted By Simko

loving my new to me cc ...

loving my new to me cc

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y29/aaron_simkovich/IMG_5429.jpg

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y29/aaron_simkovich/IMG_5431.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-10, 08:48 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,704
Posted By Simko

i think seeing my kids name on a long ride would...

i think seeing my kids name on a long ride would cheer me up, maybe even give me some motivation.........


your kids must be hellions
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-10, 10:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 587
Posted By Simko

sorry everyone, never did specify what iw as...

sorry everyone, never did specify what iw as gonna do.

Im not into cx racing or anything, just a weekend road rider, i will probably not even use this for commuting, just road riding.

I don't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-10, 04:02 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 587
Posted By Simko

Parts for my Surly Crosscheck?

Ive got a CC frame coming in, it comes with :

brakes, headset, forks and DT shifter bosses.

What i have at home are:

wheelset (not sure if they will fit)
seatpost
handlebars
brake levers
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-10, 12:13 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 4,881
Posted By Simko

i suggest the jelq technique, however im happy...

i suggest the jelq technique, however im happy with my 5 inches
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-10, 10:51 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 11,226
Posted By Simko

im sold! ...

im sold!
http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y29/aaron_simkovich/IMG_5369.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-10, 08:53 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,136
Posted By Simko

id love to get a road frame in steel or something...

id love to get a road frame in steel or something for a nice price.

My main road bike is an old (1986) cannondale sr400, frame is 56cm, way too big for me. I wanted to find a nice (relatively)...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-10, 07:49 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,136
Posted By Simko

I hate to hijack, but this op has a lot of...

I hate to hijack, but this op has a lot of replies being generated......

What about a decent steel frame? Or an alum one that wont have me feeling every single road vibration? Frame only
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-10, 08:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 956
Posted By Simko

itsjust the frame for sale :(

itsjust the frame for sale :(
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-10, 08:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 956
Posted By Simko

not my bike! just saw it for sale really cheap......

not my bike! just saw it for sale really cheap... was wondering if it was worth it for repairs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-10, 07:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 956
Posted By Simko

can this be fixed? damaged surly frame

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y29/aaron_simkovich/SURLY.jpg

can this be repaired? and get a safe rideable bike out of it?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-10, 07:20 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 11,226
Posted By Simko

if anything, i think wearing the army jersey...

if anything, i think wearing the army jersey shows your support, it doesnt matter if you were in the forces or not.
Forum: Commuting
04-15-10, 06:24 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,594
Posted By Simko

gorgfeous, those are the shots i wanted to help...

gorgfeous, those are the shots i wanted to help with my imaginary sketches and plans!!!!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-15-10, 06:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,584
Posted By Simko

sorry i never responded... im not a big...

sorry i never responded...
im not a big drinker, i havent had soda in months... and not a bar hopper.
Forum: Commuting
04-15-10, 10:36 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,594
Posted By Simko

Ron, im not goint to lie, the rock dove bike is...

Ron, im not goint to lie, the rock dove bike is my favourite of the DIY cargo/"longtails" ive seen!

do you think i could get some shots of the back to see what you did? Im actively looking for a...
Forum: Commuting
04-14-10, 02:53 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,594
Posted By Simko

Ron forgot to ask this, are the fenders on the...

Ron forgot to ask this, are the fenders on the courier bike old tires?
Forum: Commuting
04-14-10, 01:03 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,594
Posted By Simko

doubletap!!

doubletap!!
Forum: Commuting
04-14-10, 12:53 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,594
Posted By Simko

love the rock dove courier bike! gorgeous!!!!

love the rock dove courier bike! gorgeous!!!!
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-13-10, 05:37 PM
Replies: 492
Views: 391,943
Posted By Simko

to those with bolton methods: does anyone...

to those with bolton methods:

does anyone notice any creaking, lateral play in the areas where the bolts are used for assembly?
what is the max weight capacity that people have seen on these...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-10, 01:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,657
Posted By Simko

I might do a polished frame with black fork, or a...

I might do a polished frame with black fork, or a deep blue..... i guess that will come when i get everything and try to get a tad creative. I could junk the whole idea and just paint.

Stripping...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-10, 12:04 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,657
Posted By Simko

Stripping & Repainting a Cannondale SR500

Im pretty set on buying a Cannondale SR500, 80's vintage. Pics show that the front fork clearcoat is FUBAR, The fork needs to be repainted
a very small portion of the top tube seems to have...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-10, 09:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 592
Posted By Simko

Shipping bike? is $100 reasonable?

Theres a lil number on fleabay t hat im interested, shipping quote from the seller was ~$100 from FL to MI.

Does this sound reasonable?
Forum: Touring
04-08-10, 06:46 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,541
Posted By Simko

cheapest site for surly LHT frame and fork?

Looking for a small surly LHT frameset, can anyone recommend the cheapest site?

thanks
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-07-10, 05:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,584
Posted By Simko

THIS!!!!!!!!! i geuss i could do a body...

THIS!!!!!!!!!

i geuss i could do a body exercise if i got up 30 min earlier.... i have a bench with a barbell and some weights, aswell as some dumbells, i bet a pullup bar would be a good purchase...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-06-10, 08:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,584
Posted By Simko

I was afraid of losing muscle, so thought a lot...

I was afraid of losing muscle, so thought a lot of protein after my "cardio" would help.
I was taking caffeine pills after reading several things similar to:...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-06-10, 06:21 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,584
Posted By Simko

wanna slim down!

I posted some stuff on other forums, but i realize there are a lot of people "in the know" in regards to fitness, dieting etc etc etc, so here goes:

The short version: im 23, 5'8, 195lbs, not lean...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-05-10, 06:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 510
Posted By Simko

:)

:)
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-05-10, 05:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 510
Posted By Simko

snap! too big for me! thanks folks!

snap! too big for me! thanks folks!
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-10, 04:36 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,267
Posted By Simko

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y29/aaron_simkovi...

http://i2.photobucket.com/albums/y29/aaron_simkovich/IMG_5356.jpg
BAM! re wire-ing later
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