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Forum: Mountain Biking
12-11-23, 09:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 710
Posted By Nixhex

It was leaking all the way across the rim seam. ...

It was leaking all the way across the rim seam. I finally managed to get it sealed up though. I popped the tire off the rim to recheck my tape and originally I think I had cut it with a tire tool,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-06-23, 03:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 710
Posted By Nixhex

ST i30

ST i30
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-06-23, 11:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 710
Posted By Nixhex

yea, it's tubeless taped up, but that obviously...

yea, it's tubeless taped up, but that obviously doesn't cover all of the rim weld.
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-05-23, 05:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 710
Posted By Nixhex

Leak at rim seam?

I bought a 29 front wheel with a wtb rim for a mullet setup and I attempted to set it up tubeless a couple days ago. It was a new wheel so I expected some leaks. I tracked the largest one down and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-22-23, 08:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 710
Posted By Nixhex

If this doesn't pan out, I'll probably sell all...

If this doesn't pan out, I'll probably sell all the 11 speed bits on FB marketplace and go give the microshift advent 9 speed a try. Anyone have any experience with that line?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-23, 10:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 710
Posted By Nixhex

I really wish I could just get a simple reliable...

I really wish I could just get a simple reliable older 9 speed setup or something. I don't care about the number of speeds; 1 is fine, 9 is fine, 11 is fine, 12 is fine, don't care. I just don't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-23, 10:09 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 710
Posted By Nixhex

Lol. My knowledge base needs frequent...

Lol. My knowledge base needs frequent maintenance, but I appreciate that.

Extender thing is supposed to arrive today, so I'll slap it on there and let you know how it goes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-23, 01:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 710
Posted By Nixhex

I honestly don't care that much about the gear...

I honestly don't care that much about the gear ratio, I ran a SS 32:20 combo for the longest time and that was fine. It's just that the cassette came with the wheelset, and I didn't want to spend a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-23, 07:21 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 710
Posted By Nixhex

That's says 50T max. Are you just assuming 51T...

That's says 50T max. Are you just assuming 51T is close enough?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-23, 10:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 710
Posted By Nixhex

I'm dumb - help (derailleur and max cassette size)

Building a commencal meta HT mountain bike, and I bought a used wheelset that came with an 11-51T cassette, and then i also bought a used Sram GX rear derailleur. Put the derailleur on and was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-01-22, 07:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,259
Posted By Nixhex

i think if I keep the Fuji it may just be the...

i think if I keep the Fuji it may just be the fast bike, and then the steel frame can be the “riding with friends bike”.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-01-22, 07:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,259
Posted By Nixhex

Yea it’s a 67 f100 that I’ve done basically all...

Yea it’s a 67 f100 that I’ve done basically all the possible things to it except finish up the wiring. Bc wiring sucks. The wiring is mostly done I just need to make some time to knock out the last...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-30-22, 09:56 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,259
Posted By Nixhex

The more I'm thinking about this, for the sake of...

The more I'm thinking about this, for the sake of a trial run it might be easier to just swap flat bars onto the Fuji instead of taking all the bits off of the Fuji and putting them on the steel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-30-22, 06:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,259
Posted By Nixhex

holy freaking crap. That is sexy as hell. That’s...

holy freaking crap. That is sexy as hell. That’s probably the closest thing I’ve seen to what I’m shooting for. My drivetrain is going to be sram axs 1x because that what I have on the Fuji, so I’m...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-22, 03:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,259
Posted By Nixhex

I appreciate all of the opinions! I'm not...

I appreciate all of the opinions! I'm not feeling boxed in to any particular view, I'm just trying to get the thoughts of others. Honestly, I think the drops are prob the better choice, but some...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-22, 01:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,259
Posted By Nixhex

Yea, I do wonder about the lack of additional...

Yea, I do wonder about the lack of additional hand positions and if that will be a problem. Also will it drive me crazy being a kite as I ride into a headwind?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-22, 09:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,259
Posted By Nixhex

New Build - Flat Bars or Drops?

I got an early 00's steel frame (Jamis) that I'm going to clean up and paint and build into a road bike to replace my Fuji Altamira that's too small/too aggressive. I can't decide if I want to build...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-22, 05:41 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 7,963
Posted By Nixhex

Does that feel awesome on acceleration? I’m used...

Does that feel awesome on acceleration? I’m used to heavier aero rims and I’m definitely considering some super light tubs.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-22, 04:44 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 7,963
Posted By Nixhex

Very valid point. Also, in my brief research...

Very valid point.

Also, in my brief research for tubular tires, it seems like they're all in the $60-100+ dollar range per tire. Is that about right?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-22, 09:08 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 7,963
Posted By Nixhex

The tubular wheels I'm seeing spec an external...

The tubular wheels I'm seeing spec an external width (because obviously there is no internal cavity).

Regarding aero, I agree with what you're saying on shape but the abrupt change where the tire...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-22, 08:55 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 7,963
Posted By Nixhex

So in your opinion, they are not wrecked by said...

So in your opinion, they are not wrecked by said scenario?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-22, 08:46 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 7,963
Posted By Nixhex

Why are tubular wheels so narrow?

I’m looking at buying a used set of carbon wheels, and because of the price tubulars are seeming like an attractive option (and the weight is substantially less).

But I’m noticing that most of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-05-22, 09:36 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,336
Posted By Nixhex

Yea, I'll definitely be putting on a brake. Also...

Yea, I'll definitely be putting on a brake. Also I'm generally a fan of longer cranks (175ish) and I'm pretty sure it has 165s on there now, so I'll prob swap those out at some point as well as...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-04-22, 02:57 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,336
Posted By Nixhex

So I got out for a ~15 mile ride over lunch...

So I got out for a ~15 mile ride over lunch today, and I honestly don't know what to think. Rode it fixed with no brakes, and stopping is weird and awkward (no surprise there, right?). Luckily my...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-29-21, 11:22 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,336
Posted By Nixhex

Just closing the loop here; for better or worse,...

Just closing the loop here; for better or worse, I pulled the trigger on it. They had free shipping and I found a $100 off coup and I'm a sucker for a red bike. Gonna put some 23s on it at 120 psi...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-28-21, 12:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,336
Posted By Nixhex

Honestly, I don't really care how comfortable it...

Honestly, I don't really care how comfortable it is, provided it's not utter agony to ride. I've ridden steel, carbon, and alum, (all with either 23 or 25s) and granted the aluminum is a bit harsher,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-26-21, 08:07 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,336
Posted By Nixhex

I don’t particularly mind 23c tires or track geo,...

I don’t particularly mind 23c tires or track geo, but it would def be used for road riding; there isn’t a velodrome near me unfortunately. I just like SS….
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-25-21, 12:24 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,336
Posted By Nixhex

speaking of Langsters, there’s an S Works...

speaking of Langsters, there’s an S Works langster near me for $800 that I could prob get for $700 ish. I think it’s about an 07. Any experience on those?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-25-21, 09:37 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,336
Posted By Nixhex

yea I noticed both the pre-owned note and the...

yea I noticed both the pre-owned note and the lack of brake hole. Could put another fork on it relatively easily, but there’s more expense.

we’ll see if I can sell my other bike on FB and then...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-24-21, 10:26 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 6,336
Posted By Nixhex

Pinarello Alu Pista?

Has anyone ever heard of or ridden a Pinarello Pista? I’m considering buying this one:

https://www.theproscloset.com/products/2020-pinarello-alu-pista-l

Ordinarily I wouldn’t buy from Pro’s...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-21, 10:21 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 189
Posted By Nixhex

Powertap G3 Hub into Vuelta Corsa Lite Wheel

I'm looking at wheel options for a Powertap G3 hub, and I have a friend that has a set of Vuelta Corsa Lite's he'll sell for cheap. Does anyone have the flange diameter for the rear wheel on a set...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-26-21, 04:25 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 144,518
Posted By Nixhex

I bought a new crankset, and went ahead with my...

I bought a new crankset, and went ahead with my plan to put on a sram rival 1x11 setup. Which is nice and I like it, but I still have a powerful lust for another SS. This could be total horse****,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-26-21, 02:47 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 144,518
Posted By Nixhex

I was waiting at a stop sign, and then when it...

I was waiting at a stop sign, and then when it was my turn to go, I gave it the beans and pop. Looked down and the chainring was all folded over. Unfortunately it took one of the mounting tabs on...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-26-21, 08:15 AM
Replies: 475
Views: 144,518
Posted By Nixhex

Here's my specialized allez cr-mo I converted to...

Here's my specialized allez cr-mo I converted to SS while waiting on parts for a 1x11 conversion. Unfortunately I only got to ride it like this 2x because I broke the chainring/crank....
...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-20, 01:58 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

I'm in the process of getting the Allez setup...

I'm in the process of getting the Allez setup with a SRAM 1x11 drivetrain right now. Have a set of 50mm carbon wheels I may throw on it, but I really like the look of the Roval SL 25s I have also. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-30-20, 08:10 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

I did buy it. and then I rode it a bit, and...

I did buy it. and then I rode it a bit, and decided I liked the allez better. And today I sold it for a few bucks more than I bought it for....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-28-20, 08:10 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

Are you saying your specific frame cracked at the...

Are you saying your specific frame cracked at the seatpost, or that frame set in general had a reputation for cracking there? In either case, that seems like a solid reason to prefer the old...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-20, 07:26 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

Already did, lol. It's in the garage rn. ...

Already did, lol. It's in the garage rn. Although I will say, I think I still like the allez better....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-20, 04:11 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

Yesss.... we'll assume I did, lol. ...

Yesss.... we'll assume I did, lol. <<<gullible.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-20, 02:51 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

Is he in tulsa, ok? What color?

Is he in tulsa, ok? What color?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-19-20, 02:14 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

Just following up on this. I messaged the guy a...

Just following up on this. I messaged the guy a few days back about it, and chatted about it a bit, asked him if he was negotiable, etc, etc. Told him I'd come check it out if i got some free time,...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-16-20, 08:18 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

I have not. But I've always heard weight doesn't...

I have not. But I've always heard weight doesn't make all that much difference.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-20, 12:05 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

Yea, I have a hunch the wifey may not want to...

Yea, I have a hunch the wifey may not want to ride in this one with me either.... Has no AC, aluminum bucket racing seats, and very little insulation (neither acoustic or thermal).
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-20, 11:54 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

It is indeed a 67 F100. How'd you know? It's not...

It is indeed a 67 F100. How'd you know? It's not much of a looker (going for sort of a rat rod style I guess you'd say), but it has an aluminum headed 408ci windsor with a blower on it. So it should...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-20, 11:48 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

I'm just getting into road cycling as of...

I'm just getting into road cycling as of April/May of this year because I couldn't go to the gym, so I bought the Allez because it was inexpensive (paid $320 for it), and it allowed me to see what I...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-20, 11:17 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

Haven't looked at it. It has been snowing/icy...

Haven't looked at it. It has been snowing/icy here, and since I'm in Tulsa, OK people kinda shut down when this happens....

That said, this thing has been on FB for about a month. I dont know how.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-20, 08:53 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

Thanks, I really appreciate that post. Very well...

Thanks, I really appreciate that post. Very well thought out. I've read that Cayo review like 5 times now, lol. Trying to sway myself one way or the other....

Honestly, I prob would not pick...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-20, 05:29 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

If I keep the Allez I'm going to swap on a SRAM...

If I keep the Allez I'm going to swap on a SRAM 1x setup on it. i only regularly use my 53T and 13-19 on the rear anyway.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-20, 10:00 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

I think the Allez is 20.2# the way I have it...

I think the Allez is 20.2# the way I have it setup rn. The spots that I ride are not super hilly, though there are some short punchy climbs, but nothing longer than about 1-2 min.

One of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-20, 11:19 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,390
Posted By Nixhex

Prob just need to go ride it and see.... Reach...

Prob just need to go ride it and see.... Reach is 10mm longer, stack is similar, head angle is 1 deg slacker on the Focus.

Just out of curiosity, is it considered a dick move to bring my own stem...
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