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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-24, 05:38 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,712,325
Posted By acoustophile

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-11-24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,712,325
Posted By acoustophile

1996 Cannondale m400 CAD2 work in progress....

1996 Cannondale m400 CAD2 work in progress. Waiting for replacement brakes and it'll be complete....
Forum: Commuting
02-11-24, 07:56 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,373,008
Posted By acoustophile

Weekend errand commuter ...

Weekend errand commuter

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Forum: Commuting
12-27-23, 03:52 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,373,008
Posted By acoustophile

Found this frame abandoned with everything...

Found this frame abandoned with everything stripped off and built it up from my parts bin. Whoever stripped it took everything but the frame for some inexplicable reason. A very chill beater/grocery...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-04-23, 04:07 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 25,420
Posted By acoustophile

Im running 700x38c Panaracer Paselas

Im running 700x38c Panaracer Paselas
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-28-23, 07:18 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 25,420
Posted By acoustophile

Spent most of the year riding geared bikes, it's...

Spent most of the year riding geared bikes, it's nice to be back on this horse.
...
Forum: Commuting
11-22-23, 12:42 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,373,008
Posted By acoustophile

2.4" tires, 42t x 11-28 (7-speed) gearing for...

2.4" tires, 42t x 11-28 (7-speed) gearing for light hills or hammering through traffic with wide motorcycle bars and a relatively upright position. The rack holds a hidden Baggu (foldable nylon bag...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-22-23, 12:32 AM
Replies: 9,054
Views: 3,117,100
Posted By acoustophile

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-23, 08:13 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 370
Posted By acoustophile

Kuwahara 4.5 Savage

I recently acquired this great condition Kuwahara 4.5 Savage and turned it into mtbmx/grocery getter. I know that the Savage was Kuwahara's MTB range but can't seem to find much more information on...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-18-23, 09:04 PM
Replies: 1,976
Views: 432,112
Posted By acoustophile

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-07-23, 07:49 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 10,577
Posted By acoustophile

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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-02-23, 10:15 PM
Replies: 1,976
Views: 432,112
Posted By acoustophile

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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-15-23, 10:25 AM
Replies: 1,976
Views: 432,112
Posted By acoustophile

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-10-23, 10:02 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 25,420
Posted By acoustophile

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-15-23, 02:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 848
Posted By acoustophile

I bought one of these so I could take easier...

I bought one of these so I could take easier photos of my bike on rides ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-03-23, 08:26 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 25,420
Posted By acoustophile

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-06-23, 05:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,303
Posted By acoustophile

As long as the chain ring fits a 3/32 chain then...

As long as the chain ring fits a 3/32 chain then you could get away with it regardless of bcd. I ran a Sugino Messenger (130bcd, 3/32 crankset) on a road bike as a 1x10 with no issues.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-02-23, 08:28 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,148
Posted By acoustophile

The QR and photos of a freehub led me to believe...

The QR and photos of a freehub led me to believe that you were running a SS. A freehub QR fixed system sounds janky as ****, but good luck!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-01-23, 10:22 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,148
Posted By acoustophile

if you're running a SS why not just get a chain...

if you're running a SS why not just get a chain tensioner?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-01-23, 04:01 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,148
Posted By acoustophile

I would save the trouble and time and just spend...

I would save the trouble and time and just spend ~$40 for an eccentric bottom bracket.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-29-22, 06:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,041
Posted By acoustophile

As already stated, this is a personal thing an...

As already stated, this is a personal thing an depends on your strengths. Assuming that you want to ride on the slower side average of 20-25km/h (12.4-15.5 mph), running a 42x18 (assuming 23c tires),...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-13-22, 04:13 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,425
Posted By acoustophile

Nice build. I also have a beat up Cramerotti...

Nice build. I also have a beat up Cramerotti track circa 1990ish...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-04-22, 07:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,425
Posted By acoustophile

1985 Bianchi Classica setup as a "do everything"...

1985 Bianchi Classica setup as a "do everything" SS rig with 38c tires...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-02-22, 01:30 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 30,040
Posted By acoustophile

This is mechanically well thought out and built....

This is mechanically well thought out and built. I was expecting a janky, macguyvered explanation, Well done.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-12-22, 10:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 486
Posted By acoustophile

it looks like your tensioner is too slack. I'd...

it looks like your tensioner is too slack. I'd remove some links from the chain and run the tensioner more horizontal at maybe 45 degrees so it catches the chain once it's fully engaged to the cog.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-14-22, 11:04 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 30,040
Posted By acoustophile

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-16-22, 03:35 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 30,040
Posted By acoustophile

nice cramerotti ...

nice cramerotti
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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-14-22, 04:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,290
Posted By acoustophile

Based on the seat post heights, these frames...

Based on the seat post heights, these frames appear too large for you :foo:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-13-22, 07:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 900
Posted By acoustophile

Based on the photo, geometry, centre pull brakes,...

Based on the photo, geometry, centre pull brakes, fork crown and 5 speed cassette, I'd wager that this bike dates back to the late 70's/early 80's. Regardless of whether it's a Sakae or Sekai, it's a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-11-22, 10:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,498
Posted By acoustophile

38c Paselas mounted on narrow track rims. Note...

38c Paselas mounted on narrow track rims. Note the bulge.

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-04-22, 10:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,231
Posted By acoustophile

I tend to keep the remains of the chain after I...

I tend to keep the remains of the chain after I shorten it just in case situations like this arise. Outside of buying a new chain, your local LBS should have single links for sale. I've added a half...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-02-22, 07:11 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 30,040
Posted By acoustophile

Reverse fixed gear post: Originally found this...

Reverse fixed gear post: Originally found this Bianchi Piaggio (circa 1985 i think) in the trash in 2008. Rode it as a fixed gear, couriering for a few years (before upgrading to actual track bikes)...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-02-22, 07:05 PM
Replies: 5,453
Views: 3,881,721
Posted By acoustophile

Originally found this Bianchi Piaggio (circa 1985...

Originally found this Bianchi Piaggio (circa 1985 i think) in the trash in 2008. Rode it as a fixed gear, couriering for a few years (before upgrading to actual track bikes) then it sat rusty in...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-25-22, 08:00 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,498
Posted By acoustophile

For my Schwalbe Marathons I would do between...

For my Schwalbe Marathons I would do between 30-40 psi for extra grip in the snow. Summer time they'd go back up to around 70psi. Gravelkings, I go 40psi at the lowest in the winter. For reference,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-19-22, 06:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,498
Posted By acoustophile

I've ridden 40c tires on velocity deep v's...

I've ridden 40c tires on velocity deep v's through snowy conditions with no issue. It's a myth that you need a wider rim for a wider tire. The other way around is a huge nope though.
Also:...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-18-22, 10:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,471
Posted By acoustophile

I really like knockoffs as they have more options...

I really like knockoffs as they have more options to play with modern day parts. I'll take a knockoff 144bcd, JIS taper over an original 151bcd ISO any day.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-17-22, 06:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,471
Posted By acoustophile

I had a set of IRD defiant track cranks which I...

I had a set of IRD defiant track cranks which I believe are just rebranded versions. They were just as stiff as my All City 612 cranks (also rebranded Andels).
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-16-22, 12:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,007
Posted By acoustophile

- What does the drop out look like? If it's...

- What does the drop out look like? If it's vertical then you will need a single speed tensioner (or use the existing rear mech as low budget alternative)
- If it's a semi-horizontal dropout then...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-14-22, 12:02 AM
Replies: 4,710
Views: 851,966
Posted By acoustophile

Nice bikes but zip-tying a lizard to the seat...

Nice bikes but zip-tying a lizard to the seat tube is jackass tbh
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-09-22, 03:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 585
Posted By acoustophile

If it's tightened to spec and there's play then...

If it's tightened to spec and there's play then it sounds like the crank taper is rounded out.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-21-22, 03:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,230
Posted By acoustophile

I run a 90's Shimano 600 crankset with a 3/32...

I run a 90's Shimano 600 crankset with a 3/32 chainring and 1/8 chain and cog and have never run into issues. Just make sure your chain line and tension are tight and you'll be good to go.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-18-22, 10:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,683
Posted By acoustophile

I would be careful with installing a JIS crankset...

I would be careful with installing a JIS crankset on a ISO tapered BB. You increase the risk of bottoming/rounding out the crankset taper that it could render it useless, especially for cheaper...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-05-22, 03:01 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 30,040
Posted By acoustophile

New rack and bars. ...

New rack and bars.

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-05-22, 09:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,672
Posted By acoustophile

38c Panaracer Paselas on my big tire beater bike ...

38c Panaracer Paselas on my big tire beater bike
25c schwalbe Durano's on my Cramerotti Track
23c gatorskins on the NJS Vivalo
38c Gravelkings on the gravel bike

I'd rather have a more puncture...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-06-21, 10:57 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 825
Posted By acoustophile

Even if they were A-Stock, they're $100 brand new...

Even if they were A-Stock, they're $100 brand new so I would do but their quality overall.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-29-21, 01:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,080
Posted By acoustophile

I have a mix of formula, paul and phil wood hubs...

I have a mix of formula, paul and phil wood hubs and they're all the same size of 6000 10x26x8 sealed.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-22-21, 12:03 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,493
Posted By acoustophile

WI have bombproof seals and pawl engagement is...

WI have bombproof seals and pawl engagement is second to none. The BZZZZZZZZZZZ sound is oddly satisfying too.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-16-21, 01:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 748
Posted By acoustophile

If it's a cartridge BB then just replace the...

If it's a cartridge BB then just replace the entire unit. If it's loose bearings, you can either buy replacements or alternatively use caged bearings. First step would be taking it out and seeing...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-09-21, 12:11 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,921
Posted By acoustophile

I guess I would agree that swapping brake levers...

I guess I would agree that swapping brake levers is easy if he were to position mountain bike style brake levels to the tops of a drop bar. My point it that Corner Bar allows a hooded position...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-08-21, 12:56 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 11,921
Posted By acoustophile

This is great for someone who doesn't want to...

This is great for someone who doesn't want to overhaul their braking system while allowing more hand positions. It's nice to have the option of swapping out flats to 'drops' with minimal effort. Like...
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