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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-12-20, 04:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,820
Posted By DaverSomething

I used to have one and enjoyed it quite a bit as...

I used to have one and enjoyed it quite a bit as a grocery getter. Loved the classic look with the modern geometry and components.

It turns out single-speed isn't really for me though, so now I'm...
Forum: Want To Buy
10-27-20, 10:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 714
Posted By DaverSomething

Thanks for chiming in, I was wondering if that...

Thanks for chiming in, I was wondering if that was the case.

Looking at past posts they have quite an eclectic collection of bikes.. exactly what people are looking for in each case lol.
...
Forum: Want To Buy
10-27-20, 07:06 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 714
Posted By DaverSomething

Sure, PM me pics and your price, or respond here...

Sure, PM me pics and your price, or respond here if you can't PM.

Thanks,
-Daver
Forum: Want To Buy
10-05-20, 05:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 714
Posted By DaverSomething

WTB: 2015-16 Raleigh Clubman Disc 56cm

WTB: 2015-16 Raleigh Clubman Disc 56cm with original matching fenders in very good condition. Will pay to have it shipped but I'm in the SFBA.

Looking to get a retro-styled road bike with disc...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-20, 08:54 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,551
Posted By DaverSomething

There are some things I "like". Like Ultegra...

There are some things I "like". Like Ultegra 6703, XT Dyna-sys. Yokozuna Reaction cables. Both bikes go up hills a lot, and I like both bikes to stop and shift crisply.
Frames on the other hand...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-20, 04:41 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,053
Posted By DaverSomething

So, this is bad advice. It's kind of strange...

So, this is bad advice. It's kind of strange that people think about this backwards. Same for trucks and trailers when carrying a heavy load.
Some people actually think they're supposed to lower...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-20, 07:46 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,019
Posted By DaverSomething

I've been using Cygolites for a while now and...

I've been using Cygolites for a while now and love them. Great value.

Recently picked up a Metro 700/Hotshot 100 Combo for $60, but I was planning to buy a smaller Dash combo for similar money.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-20, 07:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,437
Posted By DaverSomething

It did make me wonder if the rides she was...

It did make me wonder if the rides she was bragging about were assisted.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-20, 07:14 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,651,767
Posted By DaverSomething

Even worse is Facebook marketplace where the "I'm...

Even worse is Facebook marketplace where the "I'm interested" or whatever button for potential buyers sends the "Is this still available" message automatically.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-20, 06:55 AM
Replies: 339
Views: 160,302
Posted By DaverSomething

I never imagined such a thing existed lol. That...

I never imagined such a thing existed lol. That and knowing now that I can use 700c tubes is really going to save on keeping too many different tubes around. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-18-20, 06:31 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 8,282
Posted By DaverSomething

At least his post was attempting to be...

At least his post was attempting to be constructive. Yours on the other hand... wow dude.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-20, 06:17 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,251
Posted By DaverSomething

I agree with pretty much all of this. A stronger...

I agree with pretty much all of this. A stronger rider will be the faster rider, but the same rider can be faster on a different bike.

Road bikes really are a joy to ride. They are so much...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-20, 08:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,459
Posted By DaverSomething

One advantage of running the same tire front and...

One advantage of running the same tire front and rear is that you can rotate them without changing the general character of the ride front or rear.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-20, 02:50 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,043
Posted By DaverSomething

Except no one actually said they don't care, so...

Except no one actually said they don't care, so you're making a strawman argument here. You're also asserting everyone is being price-gouged, and there have been plenty of examples to the contrary...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-20, 02:39 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 12,331
Posted By DaverSomething

Meh. Money is money. It all comes from the same...

Meh. Money is money. It all comes from the same collection, it all ends up in the same collection. If it costs less to finance a depreciating asset than it costs to finance an appreciating asset,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-20, 02:03 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,043
Posted By DaverSomething

Right, in the end it's just money. Money for...

Right, in the end it's just money. Money for tax, money for shipping, money for product. Focus on the bottom line not any particular fee or cost. Whether you getting a good deal or not is really...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-20, 01:12 PM
Replies: 2,675
Views: 1,135,723
Posted By DaverSomething

1987 Sport Mixte

Made it through the entire thread and didn't see another one, even though the '87s were covered in depth early on. :-)

Found a 1987 Sport Mixte in North Carolina on eBay, looks like it's been...
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