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Forum: BMX
11-24-20, 11:53 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,431
Posted By Gino71

I've seen the Lucas bike, it's for sale on...

I've seen the Lucas bike, it's for sale on Wal-Mart's website.
Forum: BMX
11-23-20, 09:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,917
Posted By Gino71

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Forum: BMX
11-23-20, 09:57 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,431
Posted By Gino71

Glad you were able to get one, I find it odd they...

Glad you were able to get one, I find it odd they wouldn't sell it to you in the box. I would think they'd appreciate selling them still in the box since it's one less bike the builder has to...
Forum: BMX
11-23-20, 08:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,917
Posted By Gino71

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Forum: BMX
11-23-20, 08:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,431
Posted By Gino71

Rage, that's if you can find them since it's a...

Rage, that's if you can find them since it's a limited run, I'm not sure when the production run will end. Hopefully you can get one this season.
Forum: BMX
11-23-20, 08:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,917
Posted By Gino71

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Forum: BMX
11-23-20, 09:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,431
Posted By Gino71

Did you pick it up?

Did you pick it up?
Forum: BMX
11-20-20, 10:24 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,556
Posted By Gino71

Stunning! Congratulations on the score.

Stunning! Congratulations on the score.
Forum: BMX
11-20-20, 10:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,431
Posted By Gino71

I just recently started looking into buying BMX...

I just recently started looking into buying BMX bikes. I didn't realize they had made a Stranger Things edition Mongoose. I've seen a few on the local Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace going for...
Forum: BMX
11-20-20, 10:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,917
Posted By Gino71

Mongoose Mischief?

I just recently bought this used Mongoose Pro. Where the serial number is says Mischief and near the crank is HAMLK01129. The badges and decals say it was made in Taiwan and it's a chromoly frame....
Forum: BMX
11-20-20, 09:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,431
Posted By Gino71

I just bought one yesterday at my local Target....

I just bought one yesterday at my local Target. It hadn't been built yet, so it's still in the box. Check the Target website and put in the nearest store, you may get lucky.
Forum: BMX
11-20-20, 09:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,617
Posted By Gino71

That's awesome looking! Restore it and ride...

That's awesome looking! Restore it and ride proudly.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-20, 10:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,338
Posted By Gino71

On my next day off from work I'll take it to my...

On my next day off from work I'll take it to my bike shop and see what other tires they might recommend. I had been looking at the Continental Contact Plus to replace my current tires.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-20, 09:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,338
Posted By Gino71

The bike is all stock. I was just looking to...

The bike is all stock. I was just looking to upgrade the wheelset to something wider so I can use tires with a bit more grip, better puncture protection and have a plusher ride. Since summer is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-28-20, 06:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,177
Posted By Gino71

Actually I consulted my local bike shop who did...

Actually I consulted my local bike shop who did my measurement. They know me very well as they service my bikes on a regular basis, and we had lengthy discussions on what I was looking in a purchase....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-27-20, 09:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,338
Posted By Gino71

Upgrading parts

I just bought a cheap near mint PureFix fixed gear bike. I'm going to eventually upgrade some of the components before I possibly splurge on a high end bike if I enjoy this. I am looking to upgrade...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-20, 01:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,177
Posted By Gino71

Surprisingly it does fit! I struggle to find...

Surprisingly it does fit! I struggle to find frames my size since I'm 5'5" maybe 5'6" on a good day. From what one of the guys at the LBS told me when he was sizing me for a bike, he told me my arms...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-27-20, 01:34 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,926
Posted By Gino71

I just ordered a pair of Chrome Truk for $29.95...

I just ordered a pair of Chrome Truk for $29.95 last night from the Chrome website, some of their shoes are on sale. I ordered the black and white outer sole color, since it's the style I prefer over...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-20, 01:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,177
Posted By Gino71

My new acquisition

I have been toying with the idea of getting a basic fixed gear bike to see if I want to invest in a build. Earlier this month I bought, what I thought was a Pake Rum Runner which turned out to be a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-20, 12:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,796
Posted By Gino71

Well, I am kinda old.

Well, I am kinda old.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-20, 12:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,796
Posted By Gino71

Next week I'll go down to the LBS to see if they...

Next week I'll go down to the LBS to see if they have the new Big Block, don't know if they'll let me bite it, I'll keep you updated. Funnily enough, I HATED black licorice when I was younger, now I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-27-20, 11:58 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 8,064
Posted By Gino71

I fell in love with a Giant Escape , 2015 model...

I fell in love with a Giant Escape , 2015 model year the frame geometry and the blue/green color scheme was gorgeous. I loved that bike, even if a tad too tall for me, I bought it used, and I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-20, 11:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,796
Posted By Gino71

I loved the pink fade, the new one is really...

I loved the pink fade, the new one is really beautiful too. I don't know why the new color scheme reminds me of ..... ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-21-20, 06:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,122
Posted By Gino71

So removed the decals that was on the bike .......

So removed the decals that was on the bike .... turns out it's not a Pake. It's a Tommaso Augusta. They had Pake decals on the frame where they normally go on a Pake. Guess I got taken. :notamused:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-20, 09:41 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,706
Posted By Gino71

Bikes Vs Cars is a good documentary about bicycle...

Bikes Vs Cars is a good documentary about bicycle culture and advocacy. It's filmed in a few different countries to show the perspective of cyclists and how they are perceived in their culture.
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-20, 06:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,122
Posted By Gino71

I copied the info from the ad, and pasted without...

I copied the info from the ad, and pasted without updating. It's a Deda Elementi Stem ... meh but it'll work for the moment
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-20-20, 03:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,184
Posted By Gino71

Nutrition and Hydration

Spring is here ( well, at least in Florida ), soon summer in all it's blazing glory will be upon us. I'm starting to get back into casual cycling and I want to eventually build up to longer casual...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-20, 02:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,122
Posted By Gino71

Finally I can post pics! I think I'll change to a...

Finally I can post pics! I think I'll change to a flatbar and change out the wheelset too. I want a slightly wider wheelset for urban riding.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-20, 02:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,122
Posted By Gino71

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-20, 02:48 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,122
Posted By Gino71

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-20, 02:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,122
Posted By Gino71

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-20-20, 02:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,122
Posted By Gino71

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-20, 09:10 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,262
Posted By Gino71

Those Gary Fisher bikes are gorgeous! What model...

Those Gary Fisher bikes are gorgeous! What model is that first pic?

Thanks so much for all the replies! I truly appreciate it!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-19-20, 09:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,122
Posted By Gino71

Thanks Senrab62! :thumb: I really love it! ...

Thanks Senrab62! :thumb: I really love it!

I'm learning to adjust to fixed gear riding. I'm out of shape so I went to single speed to force myself to adapt with the hopes of improving my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-19-20, 06:46 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,926
Posted By Gino71

I keep forgetting about the bike brand's like...

I keep forgetting about the bike brand's like Specialized have their own line of gear. I think part of the reason I'm over thinking it, as usual, is because I just picked up a fixed gear bike and in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-19-20, 06:30 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,926
Posted By Gino71

Urban Cycling Shoes

I'm starting to get back into cycling, casually around town, nothing intense. I've been trying to research brands of cycling shoes and most are clipped which I probably don't need since it's a more...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-19-20, 06:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,122
Posted By Gino71

Picked up what I thought was a Pake Rum Runner ... it's a Tommaso Augusta

I just picked up a 2011 Pake Rum Runner .... * ahem * Tommaso Augusta .... for $150 listed on OfferUp. The frame is in good shape, the tires need to be inflated. I was surprised it was a bit heavier...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-20, 07:07 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,262
Posted By Gino71

That is an amazing shade of purple ( don't tell...

That is an amazing shade of purple ( don't tell me it's gold ) on the Rockhopper!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-20, 08:57 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,262
Posted By Gino71

Wow! That is gorgeous!

Wow! That is gorgeous!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-20, 03:31 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,262
Posted By Gino71

Korina, honestly ... I don't know why. I have...

Korina, honestly ... I don't know why. I have seen some very good deals locally for old Specialized Rockhoppers and HardRocks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-14-20, 01:43 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,262
Posted By Gino71

Thanks for the reply Thumpism. I'm doing more...

Thanks for the reply Thumpism. I'm doing more research and taking my time looking to see what pops up on the local Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace. I think I have leaned away from the British...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-20, 05:19 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,262
Posted By Gino71

Yes, if parts can be salvaged. I was so tempted...

Yes, if parts can be salvaged. I was so tempted to convert my Nashbar Sport RX to a fixie, but all the components are original ( with the exception of the seat ) , so I decided to sell it instead of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-13-20, 02:57 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,262
Posted By Gino71

I found another Specialized Crossroads Cruz about...

I found another Specialized Crossroads Cruz about 40 minutes from me but I haven't had the time to go look at it due to work. I'll keep an eye out for something hopefully closer to me. I appreciate...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-20, 06:15 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,262
Posted By Gino71

Thanks for the replies, I appreciate them. ...

Thanks for the replies, I appreciate them.

Ch0m0ly ... I think my size would be about 54cm to 52cm. I measured my inseam and it's 26.5 ( if I did it correctly ).

Randyjawa, that's a beautiful...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-20, 09:38 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,262
Posted By Gino71

Apparently I've been measuring wrong ... the...

Apparently I've been measuring wrong ... the Specialized Crossroads and the Jamis are too large. :lol:

I'm located in Plant City Florida, in between Tampa and Orlando.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-20, 08:58 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,262
Posted By Gino71

I was in the market for an old Stumpjumper. A guy...

I was in the market for an old Stumpjumper. A guy about an hour from me had an old 80's StumpJumper with the biplane fork which I loved! Unfortunately he sold it before I could meet up with him. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-20, 07:09 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,262
Posted By Gino71

I keep trying to post links and photos but it...

I keep trying to post links and photos but it says I can't post until I have 10 posts or more. Blah. I'm between a small and medium size. The Crossroads is my size. I also believe the Robin Hood is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-20, 06:58 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,262
Posted By Gino71

Thanks so much for the link and the reply! Looks...

Thanks so much for the link and the reply! Looks like I'll have to possibly rethink some things and research evenmore.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-20, 06:26 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,262
Posted By Gino71

Looking for a classic steel frame bike

I'm asking for advice and ideas. I want to build a bike, or rebuild to be more accurate, for riding around town and in the gravel or light dirt. I'm not looking for a bike with suspension as I prefer...
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