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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-06-08, 02:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,890
Posted By russiankdi

Ouch, that really blows. I know who you are, you...

Ouch, that really blows. I know who you are, you know me too im at Plan B often as well. You can true the wheel enough so its safe to ride, but i advise you to get a new rim and or spokes.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-20-07, 05:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,987
Posted By russiankdi

If they have to pull it off for you they will...

If they have to pull it off for you they will charge you. The best way is to just go in and get whatever you need, in this situation a seat belt buckle. You can either pay for it, or just bring a...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-07, 08:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 295
Posted By russiankdi

I was looking more into it and i think 56 should...

I was looking more into it and i think 56 should be better for me considering i may still grow. Thanks for the input, looks like i am set.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-07, 07:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 295
Posted By russiankdi

Need some help about fitting a frame

Hello all. I am looking into getting a new bike, but not sure if this bike will fit me fine. I am 5'8" tall and about 240lbs. I was thinking getting a 54cm frame but not sure it will be big enough...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-25-07, 09:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,236
Posted By russiankdi

Looks like i am going to get V-brakes. Now i just...

Looks like i am going to get V-brakes. Now i just need to decide whether i need to put out the extra $80 or so for the 4500 or not.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-25-07, 02:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,236
Posted By russiankdi

After looking at the price difference, discs are...

After looking at the price difference, discs are $100 more for the 4300. With that money i can upgrade and just get the 4500 with V-brakes.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-25-07, 02:23 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,236
Posted By russiankdi

I do not understand what you mean by " you wheels...

I do not understand what you mean by " you wheels don't have rims"
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-25-07, 02:18 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,236
Posted By russiankdi

Disc brakes or V-brakes

I am going to either purchase a Trek 4300 with disc brakes or a 4500 with V-brakes. I can get the 4500 with discs but not sure if it is worth it in my situation. The bike will be used to hit small...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-20-07, 10:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 615
Posted By russiankdi

I'll have to see. I am in no rush and just begun...

I'll have to see. I am in no rush and just begun to look around. I still need to do some things on my car before i can lay down the cash for a bike. I am just trying to look and see what i can and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-20-07, 10:15 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 615
Posted By russiankdi

Frame a bit to small for me.

Frame a bit to small for me.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-20-07, 10:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 615
Posted By russiankdi

I don't feel like repainting. I will check out...

I don't feel like repainting. I will check out the bike shops, check out craiglist some more. Thanks for the help, keeps my options open.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-20-07, 09:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 615
Posted By russiankdi

Not a problem with older bikes, i have two 1976...

Not a problem with older bikes, i have two 1976 bikes:D
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-20-07, 09:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 615
Posted By russiankdi

Easy, you always want one, that doesn't break...

Easy, you always want one, that doesn't break every mile, but don't have the money for a good one.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-20-07, 08:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 615
Posted By russiankdi

Looking for a mtb

I have always been into MTB's but never had the funds for one. I am looking for something that isn't xmart, and is decent quality. It will be used for hitting small trails, but mainly pavement. I...
Forum: Touring
01-14-07, 09:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 912
Posted By russiankdi

You need to get the Visa here in the US,...

You need to get the Visa here in the US, otherwise they won't let you in. Or, if im correct, if you have a American passport, you can travel across Europe without a problem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-23-06, 09:35 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 844
Posted By russiankdi

Yes it is a 27" rim.

Yes it is a 27" rim.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-23-06, 08:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 844
Posted By russiankdi

edit: I just went and gathered all the old...

edit: I just went and gathered all the old spokes, and placed them all together and some are a bit shorter then others but some looked stretched because of over tightening.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-23-06, 08:29 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 844
Posted By russiankdi

Yes thats what i meant that i have 3 holes...

Yes thats what i meant that i have 3 holes between each spoke. But i just noticed that the old spokes are all different sizes, and i bought 302mm spokes to do 3x.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-23-06, 08:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 844
Posted By russiankdi

no i do not have a flip flop hub. I just went and...

no i do not have a flip flop hub. I just went and measured the old spokes, and yep some are longer, and i only bought 302mm ones.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-23-06, 07:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 844
Posted By russiankdi

If it helps im lacing a rear wheel. So what you...

If it helps im lacing a rear wheel. So what you guys said is what is exactly happening. Can you guys explain on how to lace it up correctly? the way i do it, i followed Sheldon Browns instructions by...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-23-06, 06:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 844
Posted By russiankdi

I already redid everything 3 times, still the...

I already redid everything 3 times, still the same thing. I'm about to get my spare 3x wheel.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-23-06, 05:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 844
Posted By russiankdi

Spoke problem.

I am in the middle of re lacing my wheel. I'm running into a problem every time. What happens is i lace the wheel to 3x. Everything seems to be done correctly. If i have a spoke on the left flange of...
Forum: BMX
10-09-06, 08:18 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,274
Posted By russiankdi

um....you could have just liek looke don how they...

um....you could have just liek looke don how they were attached, i mean you have access to google. You could have searched it.
Forum: BMX
10-09-06, 07:20 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,274
Posted By russiankdi

Ok dont let these people **** with you to fix the...

Ok dont let these people **** with you to fix the handles bars there are 4 hex screws that hoold the handlebars onto the bike, they arent hard to find just look where the bars attach. Jut loosen them...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-24-06, 03:04 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,562
Posted By russiankdi

If frame builders thought that the brake bridge...

If frame builders thought that the brake bridge wasnt a key part in the frame they wouldnt have put it there, they would have made a different brake system. Now what you could have done is either...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-23-06, 07:09 PM
Replies: 1,280
Views: 94,288
Posted By russiankdi

My Raleigh with a bent fork made it without...

My Raleigh with a bent fork made it without problems :)
Oh btw guys thats my white Raleigh Record
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-18-06, 07:18 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,759,611
Posted By russiankdi

thanks....saddle is going tomorrow

thanks....saddle is going tomorrow
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-18-06, 03:42 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,759,611
Posted By russiankdi

had to skid alot to get em..

had to skid alot to get em..
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-18-06, 03:21 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,759,611
Posted By russiankdi

Here's my 1976 Huffy, finally finished it after...

Here's my 1976 Huffy, finally finished it after repainting(screwed up now), coverting the BB to a 3-piece and not a one piece, and just cut the bars to have temporary bull horns. im hoping to bump up...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-06, 06:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 709
Posted By russiankdi

Depending on the day, usually i have m...

Depending on the day, usually i have m sunglasses, cell phone, maybe a bottle of water or my camelback. I usually dont carry a pump because i tend to fix my bikes and ride where there's no glass.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-07-06, 07:56 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 9,426
Posted By russiankdi

I cant skid but i can skid sitting down, i just...

I cant skid but i can skid sitting down, i just push back hard with my left foot and pull up with my right. But i broke a chain today.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-06, 11:24 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,235
Posted By russiankdi

it's not a lockring guys, its just the same size...

it's not a lockring guys, its just the same size as lockring, its like a cover for the freewheel bearings
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-06, 09:52 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,235
Posted By russiankdi

no it wasnt because when i took the cassette off...

no it wasnt because when i took the cassette off like the inner part of the freewheel i spun it counter clock-wise with a plumber wrench.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-06, 09:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,094
Posted By russiankdi

wouldent it be easier for you to buy 5 diff...

wouldent it be easier for you to buy 5 diff colors of spray paint and go at it?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-06, 09:43 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,235
Posted By russiankdi

im not sure how it's possible, but its true....

im not sure how it's possible, but its true. Because im 100% positive that the lockring peice i too koff came off the hub when i was spinning it the way you would normally tighten something, meaning...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-06, 09:21 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,235
Posted By russiankdi

yes i have a front brake, considering New Orleans...

yes i have a front brake, considering New Orleans drivers, you might want to run brakes:rolleyes:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-06, 09:14 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,235
Posted By russiankdi

alright thanks for the input, because i heard...

alright thanks for the input, because i heard some people use red loctite so i wasnt sure to use blue or red. But thanks
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-06, 09:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,235
Posted By russiankdi

maybe because more people have other ways of...

maybe because more people have other ways of doing it and have money to where i dont. But should blue loctite work? Thanks for actually helping me unlike some people.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-06, 08:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,235
Posted By russiankdi

and my dad can stick a 40 up ur dads ass, so...

and my dad can stick a 40 up ur dads ass, so whats the point?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-06, 08:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,235
Posted By russiankdi

ok....do you guys know on a freewheel there is...

ok....do you guys know on a freewheel there is like a ring that has two little round indentions it for a tool right? know to take that off you have to spin it forward, the one i took off a freewheel...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-06, 08:41 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,235
Posted By russiankdi

no sidewalks, have a brake, but WILL SOMEONE...

no sidewalks, have a brake, but WILL SOMEONE ANSWER MY QUESTION? will that lockring work without loctite?



FYI i know how to ride a fixie my friend has one.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-06, 08:34 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,235
Posted By russiankdi

Seriously this is my first fixie and if your...

Seriously this is my first fixie and if your going to be a dick then dont even answer ok?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-06, 08:23 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,235
Posted By russiankdi

oh...ok lol im slow on that

oh...ok
lol
im slow on that
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-06, 07:50 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,235
Posted By russiankdi

huh?

huh?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-03-06, 07:41 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,235
Posted By russiankdi

Lockring question

Today i got a lockring off a cassette, really its just the cover for the freewheel bearings, but its threaded and is like a lockring. But since im making my fixie with a suicide hub,and this lockring...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-31-06, 08:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 606
Posted By russiankdi

that's what im most likely going to do since i do...

that's what im most likely going to do since i do have a brake on it. If it does come loose i'll just put a lockring on, thanks for all your input guys.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-31-06, 07:51 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 606
Posted By russiankdi

So should i run a lock ring and rotafix and red...

So should i run a lock ring and rotafix and red locktite for safety?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-31-06, 07:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 606
Posted By russiankdi

red locktite+rotafix=??

Since the search function doesnt work for some odd reason, i hate to ask this again since it has been posted. But if i run red locttie on a suicide hub without a lock ring would it come loose if...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-29-06, 02:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,424
Posted By russiankdi

since this is my first fixie i dont know how ot...

since this is my first fixie i dont know how ot skid, my lbs has lock rings for 3 bucks. but really i have a bmx bike i dont ride and it has a lock ring so should i just take it ffrom there?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-28-06, 08:30 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,424
Posted By russiankdi

ok guys you got me into the point where i dont...

ok guys you got me into the point where i dont want to run without a lockring, so i will be getting one soon.
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