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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-17, 07:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 816
Posted By skids929

I am using the Ice Techs (RT-99s). It was...

I am using the Ice Techs (RT-99s). It was actually a case of bedding the pads in, but the pads still click in the caliper, I've learned it's just the nature of the XTs and gotten used to it. Don't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-17, 09:14 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 11,141
Posted By skids929

Don't try and rationalize a bad habit in any way...

Don't try and rationalize a bad habit in any way shape or form. Quit, bike, live, happy.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-17, 01:39 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,128
Posted By skids929

you could never do this where I live in new...

you could never do this where I live in new england. Too many trees.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-09-17, 08:59 AM
Replies: 3,982
Views: 650,427
Posted By skids929

Wow! Nice ride!

Wow! Nice ride!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-07-17, 06:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 21,997
Posted By skids929

I guess this is reason to support quality direct...

I guess this is reason to support quality direct to consumer bike companies. Prices of bikes have definitely jumped the shark if you ask me. I rode a Carbon Fat bike today and they want $3k for...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-06-17, 06:47 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 26,241
Posted By skids929

Sweet lights those looks slick! So does the X1...

Sweet lights those looks slick! So does the X1 come with the Phenom? I know the expert does, mine didn't and mine is the equivalent to the X1 just 2x. Anyway, like I said very personal..try some...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-06-17, 04:26 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 26,241
Posted By skids929

Seats are very personal obviously...But try the...

Seats are very personal obviously...But try the Phenom, it solved the same issue you are having for me. Bike looks great and nice work on the 38, got me beat by a longshot. Most i've logged on one...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-06-17, 10:17 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,023
Posted By skids929

And to add to this..If it's a difference in the...

And to add to this..If it's a difference in the components from one to the other remember you can never change the frame but components are easily swapped. Unless you just don't like the feel of the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-05-17, 06:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 12,023
Posted By skids929

Assuming your budget has a little elasticity I...

Assuming your budget has a little elasticity I would highly advise a) riding the Sirrus and b) comparing feels from Carbon to Alum.

I have a carbon Sirrus and I love the bike, and love the carbon...
Forum: Fatbikes
06-02-17, 01:44 PM
Replies: 418
Views: 157,514
Posted By skids929

Good point..The video on Lake M is cool, did you...

Good point..The video on Lake M is cool, did you have studs on the tires? I am in MN all the time near Lake Minnetonka. Thats cool county for riding thats for sure. I live in New England, similar...
Forum: Fatbikes
06-01-17, 07:34 PM
Replies: 418
Views: 157,514
Posted By skids929

I thought i wanted one of these bikes, took a...

I thought i wanted one of these bikes, took a quick ride today on a leftover (2015) Salsa Beargrease and I wasn't impressed. It fit me well, but the brakes were woefully small for that size of wheel,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-17, 12:26 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,662
Posted By skids929

Sounds like none of those saddle fit you right if...

Sounds like none of those saddle fit you right if you ask me. I can ride on my bike for 20 miles before I start feeling like I need to take a break because the saddle fits me correctly. The value of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-17, 10:17 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,912
Posted By skids929

Garmin Edge 25, couldn't be happier with it. Does...

Garmin Edge 25, couldn't be happier with it. Does Cadence, heart rate, distance, etc..Reports all of it to the Garmin app. Worth every penny and small and accurate. I couldn't imagine riding around...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-31-17, 09:20 AM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 752,016
Posted By skids929

I went up to 32s (Xlpor MSO) and it made the bike...

I went up to 32s (Xlpor MSO) and it made the bike ride even smoother, and I rip it up off road now too. Not sure why you would want to go down to a 28 but check the rim, I think it can take one but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-17, 07:47 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,440
Posted By skids929

yeah I was curious this.. What if the wheels are...

yeah I was curious this.. What if the wheels are a mess? Do you leave them on or clean separately off the bike? I have disc brakes and want to avoid getting stuff on them. Using Muc off, so not sure...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-17, 08:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,308
Posted By skids929

For a Male a Sirrus (x1 for Manhatten and the...

For a Male a Sirrus (x1 for Manhatten and the burroughs) and for a female look at the Vita-both Specialized.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-17, 05:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,184
Posted By skids929

I second Jamis...Take a look at the Renegade...

I second Jamis...Take a look at the Renegade series. If you were open to AL there would be alot more options.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-17, 04:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,440
Posted By skids929

You can just put a piece of electrical tape on it...

You can just put a piece of electrical tape on it before you move it up, down, or take it out to mark exactly where it was before. Thats what I've done. I think taking a square to it is an added step.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-17, 08:02 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,440
Posted By skids929

Thanks...The other option for me is to just put...

Thanks...The other option for me is to just put the bike up on the back of my 5 bike Thule Rack I have for all the other bikes when we travel (mine goes on the roof). But I guess I could just put it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-17, 07:13 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,440
Posted By skids929

Thing is that stand is $270...I am looking for...

Thing is that stand is $270...I am looking for something much cheaper since this is mostly for occasional cleanings adjustments etc. Driveway type stuff, not looking to travel with it or anything....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-17, 08:01 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,440
Posted By skids929

I have a CG-R seatpost on it (Carbon), thing is...

I have a CG-R seatpost on it (Carbon), thing is I am not sure I have the clearance. So basically I will have to raise each time I want to work on it right? I am not sure how I feel about the ones...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-17, 07:00 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,440
Posted By skids929

Work Stands Carbon Frame

I have a Carbon Frame Sirrus from Specialized. Can I use a regular clamping work stand or do I need something specifically made for a carbon frame? I just want to be able to wash, adjust and maintain...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-17, 02:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,629
Posted By skids929

What does that have to with Canyon bikes?

What does that have to with Canyon bikes?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-17, 08:04 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,629
Posted By skids929

???

???
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-17, 06:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,629
Posted By skids929

Yeah I an waiting to hear back from Canyon, if...

Yeah I an waiting to hear back from Canyon, if they give me any information I will report back for you. I specifically asked what products they planned to bring over. I am curious though and wonder...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-17, 05:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,590
Posted By skids929

I just bought a pair of the Zoic MTB shorts in...

I just bought a pair of the Zoic MTB shorts in the shorter length with the tights inside and the chamois. They're fantastic. I also bought a pair of the Specialized ones with the liner/Chamois and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-17, 01:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,629
Posted By skids929

thanks for the info...I don't know anyone...

thanks for the info...I don't know anyone overseas I could have it shipped unfortunately! Pathetic I know!

I can wait until Fall and see what happens..My LBS shop also said when they do come here...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-17, 11:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,629
Posted By skids929

Yeah it's odd there isn't alot out there as far...

Yeah it's odd there isn't alot out there as far as information on it coming here. There has to be interest, they are really well made. I like their FB page and sent them a message i will report back...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-17, 11:39 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,629
Posted By skids929

your LBS has two Canyons? I like the spec...

your LBS has two Canyons?

I like the spec of the bike, the geometry of the bike etc, thats why I would want one. But I would need to see one first and sit on it ride it before I commit.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-26-17, 10:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,629
Posted By skids929

Canyon Bikes

Whats the deal with distribution in the US anyone know? I was interested in getting a Fat bike next year and really like the Dude model.

Anyone have any insight into the brand and their...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-26-17, 09:12 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 26,241
Posted By skids929

Nice can't wait to see pics! The 1x is awesome,...

Nice can't wait to see pics! The 1x is awesome, you will be happy with it, bike handles so well it's amazing really.

On the lights I went with the Bontrager Flare on the back and the Ion on the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-26-17, 08:27 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 26,241
Posted By skids929

Congrats on the bike, you will love it.. I just...

Congrats on the bike, you will love it.. I just got the Carbon Expert X2..I went back and forth with which to get and figured if I ever change my mind I could easily make it x1. I'd post pictures but...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-26-17, 08:09 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 26,241
Posted By skids929

Which makes you weird!!! :thumb:

Which makes you weird!!! :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-17, 06:53 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 13,897
Posted By skids929

When they ordered it they should have quoted you...

When they ordered it they should have quoted you cost to put it in. I think it's THEIR responsibility not yours to explain the pricing of something they are bringing in for you, if nothing else to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-17, 12:05 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 869
Posted By skids929

yeah I may do that...Thanks for the validation!

yeah I may do that...Thanks for the validation!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-17, 08:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 869
Posted By skids929

I put the Ice Techs on it before I did the...

I put the Ice Techs on it before I did the brakes..I love those rotors, they made a big difference even with the stock brakes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-17, 08:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 869
Posted By skids929

I do use my fronts more, I just notice the backs...

I do use my fronts more, I just notice the backs don't feel quite as responsive as the front so I focused on using those to test out the difference. I think you might be on to something with the rear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-17, 07:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 869
Posted By skids929

Well I live in a hilly area, but I am on road and...

Well I live in a hilly area, but I am on road and off road nothing technical in terms of pure MTN biking. The bike is a carbon Sirrus that i added these brakes to. The locking up was me trying to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-17, 05:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 869
Posted By skids929

Brake Question

So I notice down long hills with my new brakes (XT Deore) that the rears fade more than the front. I really have to bear down on the lever and sometimes that just ends up lock up the tire. Any...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-17, 07:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,005
Posted By skids929

This is why I do everything I can to ride on...

This is why I do everything I can to ride on every sidewalk I can ride on even when I don't want to.

It's not the culture of the sport that needs to be changed, it's the safety of the sport....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-22-17, 06:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,758
Posted By skids929

I have a Sirrus (expert), and I absolutely love...

I have a Sirrus (expert), and I absolutely love the bike. To my knowledge they don't make an Elite Disc for 2017, they make an Elite, unless you are getting a previous year model? Maybe I am...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-17, 12:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 816
Posted By skids929

Agreed! But these are Shimanos higher end, these...

Agreed! But these are Shimanos higher end, these are several levels higher than the M-447s. Not saying they feel better, the XTs have less of that on/off feel the 447s have, so I can control the bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-17, 08:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 816
Posted By skids929

It's definitely not the pads squealing or making...

It's definitely not the pads squealing or making noise..It's the fact there is play in the pad through bolt leaving play within the caliper. So it clicks when it's brought forward. It's not a huge...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-17, 06:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 816
Posted By skids929

Yeah I put these on a Sirrus which I use on and...

Yeah I put these on a Sirrus which I use on and off road..Mostly on road for fitness rides, hoping I didn't make a mistake and put MTB tech on this bike when it shouldn't be on it. I love how they...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-17, 11:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 816
Posted By skids929

New XT brakes noisy?

Just installed some new XT brakes on my Sirrus, these are the pads with the air fins on them...Is it normal for the pads to make a click noise? There is some play in the pads, they move just a bit in...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-17, 06:58 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 74,470
Posted By skids929

You're going to love it! Awesome bike, rides like...

You're going to love it! Awesome bike, rides like a dream. I have the 2X Expert and I can't get enough of it. I redid the cockpit with Enve bars and stem and just put XT brakes on it with Ice Tech...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-15-17, 05:59 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 752,016
Posted By skids929

Not to mention the Nordic Red color is bad ass. ...

Not to mention the Nordic Red color is bad ass.

Youll probably be happy with either, it's an awesome ride. But the carbon does something special when it's spread through the entire frame. But...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-15-17, 05:55 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 752,016
Posted By skids929

I have the carbon expert, and I love it....to...

I have the carbon expert, and I love it....to answer your question I think it's worth it because you can't really ever change the frame to carbon, but you can always change the components out slowly...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-15-17, 02:56 PM
Replies: 1,795
Views: 752,016
Posted By skids929

One is Carbon one is AL...I would suggest riding...

One is Carbon one is AL...I would suggest riding both to see what you think. Personally I was shocked at the difference between a Carbon and AL bike in terms of feel. I could never go back to an...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-15-17, 07:19 AM
Replies: 472
Views: 294,833
Posted By skids929

Oh good! Well at least I know they actually exist...

Oh good! Well at least I know they actually exist other than in pictures! Hopefully they will come back to me with info and I can put a backorder in for it. This one is a DM and my current is a FSA...
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