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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-28-16, 02:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,858
Posted By swoodjr1

I have a 3X7 and use the large chain ring 98% of...

I have a 3X7 and use the large chain ring 98% of the time. However, that middle chain ring is might handy on the occasional hill.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-16, 11:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 10,864
Posted By swoodjr1

This bike would be perfect for what you are...

This bike would be perfect for what you are looking for.

https://www.giant-bicycles.com/en-us/bikes/model/toughroad.slr.2/26022/92782/
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-15-16, 12:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,859
Posted By swoodjr1

Components are USUALLY better/smoother as you get...

Components are USUALLY better/smoother as you get to higher end hybrids. Sometimes the comfort increases as well when you have a carbon fork versus aluminum. Other than that, It's just bling.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-15-16, 12:44 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 41,020
Posted By swoodjr1

A very poor picture. I doubt it has grey tires. ...

A very poor picture. I doubt it has grey tires. I also noted that it mentions a 2X10 gearing but there are 3 chain rings in the pic. Something about this pic on kozy.com doesn't add up.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-11-16, 04:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,841
Posted By swoodjr1

I saw one of these just last week and drooled...

I saw one of these just last week and drooled with envy.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-02-15, 11:18 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 980,549
Posted By swoodjr1

That is most definitely a early 2015 model

That is most definitely a early 2015 model
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-02-15, 11:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,513
Posted By swoodjr1

I love this color on the Sirrus!

I love this color on the Sirrus!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-18-15, 10:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,337
Posted By swoodjr1

and the 2015 8.5 was dark blue

and the 2015 8.5 was dark blue
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-17-15, 06:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,319
Posted By swoodjr1

Agreed. I actually took my chain ring cover off....

Agreed. I actually took my chain ring cover off. Hated the look of that thing on my bike>
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-17-15, 06:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,337
Posted By swoodjr1

The 2015 DS 8.6 was chrome. I don't think it was...

The 2015 DS 8.6 was chrome. I don't think it was a very popular seller due to the color. Therefore, the black 8.6 was released as a 2016 model about half way through the 2015 model year. Some sites...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-11-15, 11:34 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 749,498
Posted By swoodjr1

anybody know what the widest tire that can be...

anybody know what the widest tire that can be put on a 2015 or 2016 carbon framed Sirrus? How about the aluminum framed models? Is it different for one versus the other?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-09-15, 02:13 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 8,305
Posted By swoodjr1

Warm weather riding: Occasionally MTB shorts but...

Warm weather riding: Occasionally MTB shorts but usually some supportive undies and nylon running shorts. For shirt: a t-shirt if it is a bit cool or a Qwick- dry type shirt if really hot. I just...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-15, 11:00 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 749,498
Posted By swoodjr1

Great idea for a thread! Maybe folks will post...

Great idea for a thread! Maybe folks will post here will help reduce the number of Sirrus threads
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-01-15, 02:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,772
Posted By swoodjr1

40 vs 38? Why bother; they are basically the...

40 vs 38? Why bother; they are basically the same width. 38's should be fine. Try the stock tires on the "easy" dirt paths and see what you think before dropping any coin on tires. Use any extra...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-01-15, 02:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,705
Posted By swoodjr1

Wow! Several thoughts/questions: 1. Your...

Wow! Several thoughts/questions:
1. Your description of where you ride sounds like a front suspension bike would come in handy
2. Where is this 40 mile greenway? Just curious as I am a greenway...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-21-15, 11:39 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 4,686
Posted By swoodjr1

Another Shimano A520 fan here. I ride clipped in...

Another Shimano A520 fan here. I ride clipped in most of the time but occasionally jump on the bike for short rides wearing my athletic shoes and use the non-clip side. I never have to look at the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-21-15, 07:20 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,251
Posted By swoodjr1

I would spend the extra coin and wati for the...

I would spend the extra coin and wati for the better bike. More gearing options. Superior brakes. Better derailleurs.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-13-15, 05:43 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 7,360
Posted By swoodjr1

Not quite direct to the public but you can buy...

Not quite direct to the public but you can buy several brands online shipped to your choice of location at the Performance Bike site. Fuji is the hybrid line they sell the most of. They also sell...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-12-15, 06:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 22,533
Posted By swoodjr1

What is the max width tire that will fit this...

What is the max width tire that will fit this bike?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-11-15, 09:06 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 41,020
Posted By swoodjr1

It's basiclly an old fashioned "all terrain bike"...

It's basiclly an old fashioned "all terrain bike" which in the 90's was a rigid mountain bike ( no shocks) with 700c tires/wheels
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-11-15, 08:50 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 980,549
Posted By swoodjr1

Agreed

Agreed
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-04-15, 08:15 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,469
Posted By swoodjr1

spent a week with my 18 year old bike on the NC...

spent a week with my 18 year old bike on the NC coast a few months ago. No signs of rust to this day and I did nothing but rinse it off once when we returned home.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-30-15, 02:16 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,516
Posted By swoodjr1

I agree with everything posted so far EXCEPT you...

I agree with everything posted so far EXCEPT you shouldn't buy a Specialized at one store and expect all smiles from a competing store when you bring in a new bike for service. If you like the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-22-15, 07:04 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 41,020
Posted By swoodjr1

Reminds me of a Kona Big Rove KONA BIKES |...

Reminds me of a Kona Big Rove

KONA BIKES | 2016 BIKES | ROVE | Big Rove AL (http://www.konaworld.com/big_rove_al.cfm)

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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-20-15, 10:56 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,911
Posted By swoodjr1

I can't imagine going below 32-35 on a DS. ...

I can't imagine going below 32-35 on a DS. Particularly if you are on any kind of trail. I would suggest a tire that is not as "knobby" as your LT2's. Something like a Bontrager H5 or the even...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-09-15, 11:14 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,320
Posted By swoodjr1

I am 6' with a 34" inseam and ride a 21. Most...

I am 6' with a 34" inseam and ride a 21. Most bike shops look at me and try me out on a 19" but quickly move me up to a 21" due to my long legs.
If a 21" bike fits you better then your bike shop...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-09-15, 08:37 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 9,320
Posted By swoodjr1

19" should be about right for your height/inseam....

19" should be about right for your height/inseam. Seat post will probably "seem" to be extended too much because these bikes have a short seat tube compared to road bikes. don't know about the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-07-15, 03:39 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,670
Posted By swoodjr1

between 12-14 mph averaged over 1-2 hours on a...

between 12-14 mph averaged over 1-2 hours on a relatively flat off road trail that is a mixture of packed dirt, packed gravel, paved, and loose dirt with bumps
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-07-15, 11:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,109
Posted By swoodjr1

I have been struggling with the same decision as...

I have been struggling with the same decision as you..Crosstrail versus Sirrus. Most of the time I think the Sirrus would be the best bike for me. However, then I have a day like yesterday when I...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-06-15, 11:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,109
Posted By swoodjr1

Which Marathon's are you running ( there a lot of...

Which Marathon's are you running ( there a lot of different ones on their web site)?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-03-15, 06:59 PM
Replies: 322
Views: 81,541
Posted By swoodjr1

Not it sure about the 7.7 but some bikes don't...

Not it sure about the 7.7 but some bikes don't have but one mount on the small sized bikes
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-30-15, 05:40 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,871,219
Posted By swoodjr1

Am I correct that this biker orginally had a...

Am I correct that this biker orginally had a quill type threaded stem and that you have converted it? If so, what did you use?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-24-15, 08:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,223
Posted By swoodjr1

531 miles. All of it on greenways that are a...

531 miles. All of it on greenways that are a mixture of paved/dirt/gravel/boardwalk
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-17-15, 07:56 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 29,462
Posted By swoodjr1

Nice! Original paint??

Nice! Original paint??
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-12-15, 06:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,445
Posted By swoodjr1

Love your bike. My current bike/set up is very...

Love your bike. My current bike/set up is very similar.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-03-15, 05:33 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 980,549
Posted By swoodjr1

my trek dealer can't get that color currently...

my trek dealer can't get that color currently and there is no time frame on when or if it will be available again.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-03-15, 12:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,408
Posted By swoodjr1

The 2015 8.6 that you can't find is the chrome...

The 2015 8.6 that you can't find is the chrome one, correct? Have you seen this in person? It doesn't look nearly as good in person as it does in the picture on the Trek website. The newer black...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-28-15, 06:45 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 17,599
Posted By swoodjr1

I have the same bar ends. I just eyeball it.

I have the same bar ends. I just eyeball it.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-15, 01:28 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 64,843
Posted By swoodjr1

I am not sure what other's might experience but...

I am not sure what other's might experience but despite living in a city of approximately 1 million people, there is not a Giant dealer.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-11-15, 01:15 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 980,549
Posted By swoodjr1

Se page 11 of this thread. there may be others...

Se page 11 of this thread. there may be others on here as well.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-11-15, 06:06 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 980,549
Posted By swoodjr1

True. However my bike shop's web site is now...

True. However my bike shop's web site is now referring to these new 8.6's ( in black) as a 2015 model whereas a few weeks ago they were listed as a 2016. Neither 2015 or 2016 in the new color is...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-07-15, 05:23 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,270
Posted By swoodjr1

I answered your question for myself when I...

I answered your question for myself when I started riding. I looked at where I could bike without having to transport my bike on a car rack to get to it and how often I thought I would realistically...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-07-15, 05:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,656
Posted By swoodjr1

I can't speak to Electra or Globe but both...

I can't speak to Electra or Globe but both Specialized and Trek both have good products are possibly the two most popular brands on the Hybrid forum.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-06-15, 07:04 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,517
Posted By swoodjr1

11 miles if you make a round trip from one end of...

11 miles if you make a round trip from one end of the island and back.
this is a view of the Intracoastal Waterway near Ocean Isle, NC
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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-02-15, 03:45 PM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 649,517
Posted By swoodjr1

Ocean isle, NC

Ocean isle, NC
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-28-15, 02:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,480
Posted By swoodjr1

I can't find the specs on that bike but it looks...

I can't find the specs on that bike but it looks like a fitness bike....road, paved paths, hard packed paths. Not so comfy on gravel, paths with some roots, etc.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-27-15, 07:22 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 980,549
Posted By swoodjr1

Any updates on your bike? Any more pics? My LBS...

Any updates on your bike? Any more pics? My LBS ordered one for me to try out. Can't wait.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-26-15, 07:31 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 14,265
Posted By swoodjr1

The GT is a mountain bike. It has fat tires and a...

The GT is a mountain bike. It has fat tires and a mountain bike shock. It is designed for off road. It will be heavy compared to the Fuji. The Fuji is a hybrid with skinnier tires than a mountain...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-24-15, 11:03 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 14,626
Posted By swoodjr1

I made the move to Shimano A530 pedals which are ...

I made the move to Shimano A530 pedals which are
SPD clip on one side and platform on the other. I use the SPD side most of the time but when all I want/need to do is ride around the block or up...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-23-15, 01:30 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 17,205
Posted By swoodjr1

NIce looking bike

NIce looking bike
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