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02-27-17, 04:17 AM
Replies: 623
Views: 221,176
Posted By Berylbite

What's an XO-1 selling for these days?

What's an XO-1 selling for these days?
Forum: Framebuilders
05-20-15, 10:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,826
Posted By Berylbite

I believe that they insist on their integrated...

I believe that they insist on their integrated clamp because it bears their trade mark. It's a lovely engraved clamp. Here's the site with photos if you're interested.
Riding in Circles | Custom...
Forum: Framebuilders
05-19-15, 08:54 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,826
Posted By Berylbite

I have yet to talk to them about the ST...

I have yet to talk to them about the ST extension. In the event that they insist on the integrated clamp I'll be sure to have lengthen it in the event of failure. How long of a ST extension do you...
Forum: Framebuilders
05-19-15, 05:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 9,826
Posted By Berylbite

Integrated vs. Non-integrated seatpost clamp

Hey fellas,

I'd like to hear your opinions on the integrated vs. non-integrated debate. I'm about te have a custom bike polo frame built and the builders only offer an integrated seat-post...
05-09-15, 07:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 663
Posted By Berylbite

Bike Polo!!

So.. When are the polo players going to get their own little sub-forum eh?
05-09-15, 07:07 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,568
Posted By Berylbite

Neat! this bike geometry 101 program will come in...

Neat! this bike geometry 101 program will come in Handy.




The point of "playing with geometry" is to optimize the geometry of the frame I will have built. It's going to be a custom polo bike...
05-02-15, 04:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,568
Posted By Berylbite

ah yes I found rattlecage shortly after starting...

ah yes I found rattlecage shortly after starting th thread. I'm glad to hear an opinion on it as I am weary of downloading software that i don't know on a first name basis.

I also noticed that...
05-02-15, 04:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,568
Posted By Berylbite

A search turned up Barrythebuilder,...

A search turned up Barrythebuilder, Bobthebuilder, and Tomthebuilder.

I will abruptly pm all of them and rudely demand answers.
05-02-15, 04:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,568
Posted By Berylbite

The builder you say? I suppose he/she is another...

The builder you say? I suppose he/she is another forums member?

I hunt about and send said person a pm.
05-02-15, 04:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,568
Posted By Berylbite

Bike Geometry Software

Howdy guys,

I'm going to have a custom bike built pretty soon and I'd like to play with the geometry with some sort of bike CAD software that's easy to use and free.

The following link is all...
05-02-15, 04:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 576
Posted By Berylbite

scratch that.. the Pro2 evo does NOT have a...

scratch that.. the Pro2 evo does NOT have a conversion to bolt on kit.
04-30-15, 04:37 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 576
Posted By Berylbite

yowa, that Paul sure is pretty. I contacted...

yowa, that Paul sure is pretty.

I contacted the folks at Hope and they tell me that the pro2 evo does indeed have a conversion kit. That's probably what I go for.
04-29-15, 01:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 576
Posted By Berylbite

It seems like the hope pro2 evo disk front hub...

It seems like the hope pro2 evo disk front hub has a "bolt on" conversion kit, but I have no clue how all those axel diameters fit with the kits and all that jazz.
04-29-15, 12:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 576
Posted By Berylbite

Searching for the right hub!

Hiya everyone,

I'm looking for a hub with peculiar specs, a 32hole, disk, bolt-on front hub with cartridge bearings.

So far this is all I've found. Surly Ultra New 6-Bolt Disc Front Hub -...
01-07-15, 05:40 AM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,112,549
Posted By Berylbite

Hey dude, I found the 2008 Schwinn Madison Geo....

Hey dude, I found the 2008 Schwinn Madison Geo. Figured I'd share!


Geometry
Size
Head Angle
Seat Angle
Seat Tube Center to Top
Horizontal Top Tube Length
Standover Height
01-02-15, 01:11 PM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,112,549
Posted By Berylbite

Ahh I see. I've already found some differences...

Ahh I see. I've already found some differences between the 2013 and 2008, namely the wheelbase which is 968mm for the 08 vs. the 1000mm for the other.

Oddly the wheelbase isn't included in the...
01-01-15, 12:16 PM
Replies: 11,217
Views: 1,112,549
Posted By Berylbite

Hey man, the internet seems to indicate that...

Hey man, the internet seems to indicate that you've got all the answers!!



I'm a bikepolo player and I ride on a 56cm 2008 Madison. Great geometry for the sport. (provided that you slap some...
04-04-14, 04:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 900
Posted By Berylbite

I appologize for the grammer errors, I've been...

I appologize for the grammer errors, I've been living in France for the year and I've learned to ignore any and all underlined words when I type in english on these computers.

As for the...
04-03-14, 06:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 900
Posted By Berylbite

All about Axels

I'm about to buy an expensive Hub for my polo bike and I don't know much about Axel deminsions and if they perform differently.

Maybe it's just a question of compatibility?


Above all else,...
02-02-14, 07:48 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,162
Posted By Berylbite

aluminum maintubes with steel lugs, no rivets...

aluminum maintubes with steel lugs, no rivets like sheldon's though. Friggin gorgeous.
02-02-14, 07:47 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,162
Posted By Berylbite

https://scontent-b-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/t...

https://scontent-b-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-prn1/t1/156274_10203267804278394_1185003563_n.jpghttps://scontent-a-cdg.xx.fbcdn.net/hphotos-frc3/t1/1796548_10203267804558401_2072119544_n.jpghttps://scont...
02-02-14, 07:45 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,162
Posted By Berylbite

So a friend of mine has this beauty tucked away...

So a friend of mine has this beauty tucked away on a top shelf in his apartment.

It's a Gnome Rhone from the 50's! Sheldon Brown himself had once owned one! ...
01-23-14, 04:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 837
Posted By Berylbite

Well, I whipped out the ol plumbob and went to...

Well, I whipped out the ol plumbob and went to work.
Headtube angle: 73.4
Seattube angle: 78.3

I think the toptube length is 52cm,and I don't have a measuring tape to figure out the rest. so...
01-20-14, 03:11 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,162
Posted By Berylbite

Well alright! I'll get right to work and take...

Well alright! I'll get right to work and take some photos of the beauties that I come across.

Thanks for all the help!
01-13-14, 01:35 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,162
Posted By Berylbite

A year in France

Hullo there you good bike people,

If you were in france, what bike brands or models would you keep you eyes peeled for?

I'm here in Angouleme for a year or so and I'm wondering what your...
01-13-14, 03:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 837
Posted By Berylbite

Ah that's an excellent question! I'm a bike...

Ah that's an excellent question!

I'm a bike polo player and I ride a 2007 madison for my matches. It has great geo for the sport, agressive head tube angle and tight wheelbase for quick...
01-12-14, 09:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 837
Posted By Berylbite

I guess that's the play. I'll do some...

I guess that's the play.

I'll do some studying on how it's all measured and go to work.
01-12-14, 07:26 AM
Replies: 1,135
Views: 284,705
Posted By Berylbite

hey guys, I've been scouring the internet...

hey guys,

I've been scouring the internet for geometry specs for my 2007 madison. Does anyone have this info??
01-12-14, 04:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 837
Posted By Berylbite

Need specs for scwhinn madison

Hail! Bicycle Guru's of the all knowing and ever present internet!!

I appeal to you now with great need.

Does anyone have the specs, (specifically the geometry specs) of the 2007 Schwinn...
Replies: 11
Views: 1,076
Posted By Berylbite

that thing is beautiful, I'd pay 200 for it quick.

that thing is beautiful, I'd pay 200 for it quick.
03-04-13, 10:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,385
Posted By Berylbite

Vintage Bells

I need a bell for my bike, my Schwinn is too smooth and buttery for pedestrians to hear my approach.

Show me some pictures of awesome vintage bells so that I might garnish some ideas of what to...
01-21-13, 09:39 AM
Replies: 623
Views: 221,176
Posted By Berylbite

Only two XO-1's to be seen so far eh? a shame.

Only two XO-1's to be seen so far eh? a shame.
Replies: 12
Views: 815
Posted By Berylbite

great potential as a daily rider, that frame...

great potential as a daily rider, that frame could deliver a lot of happiness to someone. Other than that, it doesn't land you very high on the value charts. If it was mine I wouldn't sell it, either...
01-04-13, 12:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 620
Posted By Berylbite

I suppose I need to brush up on my forum digging ...

I suppose I need to brush up on my forum digging skills. Thanks for the info.
01-01-13, 02:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 620
Posted By Berylbite

Vintage Style Headlights

Hey guys, I want to buy a headlight for my 1985 Schwinn Traveler.

I'm looking for a modern light with a vintage style, (torpedo stuff if you will).

It needs to work really well too!

Any...
12-03-12, 09:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,075
Posted By Berylbite

fantastic.

fantastic.
12-03-12, 09:31 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,728
Posted By Berylbite

Hey that's great! I hope the rebuild works out. ...

Hey that's great! I hope the rebuild works out.

In term of value, the bike probably wouldn't win you much cash. It all really depends on the market in your area anywho. Three years ago I bought a...
11-14-12, 12:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,600
Posted By Berylbite

Well, That bottom pair is awfully charming. after...

Well, That bottom pair is awfully charming. after that I'd go for the Shimano set.
11-13-12, 11:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,600
Posted By Berylbite

Something along these lines then? ...

Something along these lines then?
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Vintage-Diacompe-Brake-Levers-Aero-Covers-Road-Bicycle-/150946191212?pt=Cycling_Parts_Accessories&hash=item232518176c
11-13-12, 11:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,600
Posted By Berylbite

I ride a 85 Schwinn Traveler. Something classy...

I ride a 85 Schwinn Traveler. Something classy and vintage is preferred. I happen to know that everyone around here has excellent tastes in bicycle aesthetics, so I figured that you'd steer me in the...
11-13-12, 09:13 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,600
Posted By Berylbite

Your Thoughts on Vintage Aero Levers

I love a simple sleek cockpit so I'm thinking of replacing my the standard levers on mycommuter for a set of Aero Levers.

Who know's the history?

Are there any particular vintage models of...
10-31-12, 06:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,575
Posted By Berylbite

so standard levers are no good then, gotcha.

so standard levers are no good then, gotcha.
10-30-12, 08:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,575
Posted By Berylbite

I'm opting for installing for the front break...

I'm opting for installing for the front break since that's where the stopping power is. I've very stable on a bike and would prefer to deal with an endo rather than gliding on the pavement with the...
10-25-12, 12:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,575
Posted By Berylbite

I have standard drop bars from the 80's, will a...

I have standard drop bars from the 80's, will a standard cross-lever clamp on properly? I'm unfamiliar with the specs for cyclocross components.

furthermore, I'm probably going to run a single...
10-25-12, 09:45 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,575
Posted By Berylbite

Cross Levers!

Hey folks,

I need some opinions,

I'm planning on buying some cross levers for my commuter so that I don't have to ride around on my hoods all day. Have you any suggestions for what brand or...
10-23-12, 07:29 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 4,867
Posted By Berylbite

Western Flyer Identification

Hey fellas, It's time for another round.

Details include:
It's a Western Flyer (obviously),
There is a sticker at the bottom of the seat tube that says
WESTERN AUTO SUPPLY CO.
MODEL...
09-04-12, 05:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 5,929
Posted By Berylbite

This is very frustrating, Every time I try...

This is very frustrating,

Every time I try to tighten down he lock nut I end up spinning the cone and therefore making it too tight, it's driving me bonkers.

should I initially set the cone...
08-28-12, 05:12 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,041
Posted By Berylbite

An Update for ya, All is well on my side of...

An Update for ya,
All is well on my side of the storm "Mobile Alabama". It pretty much missed us entirely, it's actually lovely outside right now. New Orleans is yet again, getting the brunt of the...
Replies: 5
Views: 1,140
Posted By Berylbite

Well, the value of your bike depends on many...

Well, the value of your bike depends on many thinks, things that don't depend on the quality of the bike.
If the market is flooded in your area you may have a hard time.
Around here (southern...
08-21-12, 03:06 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 14,241
Posted By Berylbite

This Traveler is a part of me, I'd ride through...

This Traveler is a part of me, I'd ride through cannon fire if needed. Flights of stairs? ride down them every day. Speed bump ahead? Bunny hop that #$% like a boss.
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Suicide levers? Pshh...
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