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Forum: Road Cycling
01-07-08, 07:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,476
Posted By thenathanator

Alright, well I finally found a bike. I bought a...

Alright, well I finally found a bike. I bought a 2005 Lemond Alpe D'huez (http://www.lemondbikes.com/bike_archive/2005/performance_aluminum/alpe_d_huez.php) from Bicycle Stop in Springfield OH for...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-08, 03:20 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,476
Posted By thenathanator

Darn it, they don't ship. I'd have to drive to MN...

Darn it, they don't ship. I'd have to drive to MN and I really don't see that happening.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-08, 03:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,476
Posted By thenathanator

Okay, next on my list then is this 2007 Trek 1500...

Okay, next on my list then is this 2007 Trek 1500 (http://penncycle.com/itemdetails.cfm?catalogId=39&id=12032) for $850. It has everything I'm looking for and is right in my price range.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-08, 01:56 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,476
Posted By thenathanator

Does anyone know what kind of BB the FSA/RPM 3-PC...

Does anyone know what kind of BB the FSA/RPM 3-PC Alloy crankset on the F80 uses (octalink, square taper?). Could I switch it out for something like this 105 crankset...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-04-08, 12:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,476
Posted By thenathanator

I called about the 2006 Felt F80 and the guy I...

I called about the 2006 Felt F80 and the guy I talked to said they couldn't switch the crank. His excuse was that it would involve changing the front and back derauiler, which doesn't sound right to...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-08, 06:03 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,476
Posted By thenathanator

I will keep my eye on the Litespeed....

I will keep my eye on the Litespeed. unfortunately the specialized is too small.


I posted a wanted ad on Craigslist and someone emailed me about this bike 2002 Cannondale:...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-08, 05:55 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,476
Posted By thenathanator

I did see those bikes when I was looking around....

I did see those bikes when I was looking around. I've never heard of scott, and unfortunately they don't have a bike in my size. The Bianchi looks great though, but I've never been a fan of the...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-03-08, 12:01 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,476
Posted By thenathanator

After looking around for some closeout sales I...

After looking around for some closeout sales I found this 2006 Felt F80 (https://shop.sunrisecyclery.com/item/13075/) for $800. Any thoughts?

I'm not a big fan of the yellow, but the price is...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-08, 11:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,476
Posted By thenathanator

Thanks for the advice. I really like the look of...

Thanks for the advice. I really like the look of the felt bikes, and some of the '07s are definitely in my range. It's a good option that I didn't know about. I've started looking at sites selling...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-02-08, 10:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,476
Posted By thenathanator

My first Road bike - need advice

I'm looking for an entry level road bike so that I can start racing with the cycling club at my college in the spring. This is my first road bike. I've been riding a fixed gear conversion that I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-31-07, 02:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,099
Posted By thenathanator

I've had my strap loosen as described, almost to...

I've had my strap loosen as described, almost to the point of slipping out. After a few times of this happening, I threaded the strap back into the metal clip as others have described. Haven't had...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-28-07, 12:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,402
Posted By thenathanator

coaster brake.

coaster brake.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-16-07, 10:44 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,159
Posted By thenathanator

Just hope it doesn't happen during a turn.

Just hope it doesn't happen during a turn.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-16-07, 12:00 AM
Replies: 7,147
Views: 558,881
Posted By thenathanator

I'd need a larger frame, maybe someone needs a...

I'd need a larger frame, maybe someone needs a smaller one?

Have: 58cm 2007 Bianchi San Jose, blue, very good condition.

Want: Same bike but a size up (61cm).
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-13-07, 02:34 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,276
Posted By thenathanator

What's with trackends? why not horizontal dropouts?

why is everyone so preoccupied with track ends (I don't think I'm just speaking for myself)? I can get a tight chain with my horizontal dropouts, and it makes taking the wheel off a cinch. Is it just...
Forum: Rides and Races
07-09-07, 03:32 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,151
Posted By thenathanator

I am so sore it's ridiculous. I got a front flat,...

I am so sore it's ridiculous. I got a front flat, lost traction and fell on my hand/elbow/knee/ankle and then slid on my messenger bag about half way through the race. Picked it up and kept going...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-30-07, 01:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 390
Posted By thenathanator

When to replace BB?

I disassembled my bike to clean it and I'm suspicious I need a new BB. If I spin the crank slowly it seems like there are ruts where the crank wants to stop. I don't remember if it was like that when...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-28-07, 10:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 536
Posted By thenathanator

I will use that as a last resort. I'm hoping...

I will use that as a last resort. I'm hoping there's a better/easier option.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-28-07, 10:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,238
Posted By thenathanator

Wind sucks. Drafting, however, is amazing.

Wind sucks. Drafting, however, is amazing.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-28-07, 09:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 536
Posted By thenathanator

Non-track pedals for double straps?

I don't like the way the back face on track pedals presses into the arch of my foot (apparently this is where the clipless mechanism goes and wouldn't be noticeable if they were there). I just...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-23-07, 09:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 726
Posted By thenathanator

kool.

kool.
Forum: Rides and Races
06-06-07, 10:49 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,151
Posted By thenathanator

it really looks like it's going to be amazing...

it really looks like it's going to be amazing this year
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-16-07, 07:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,360
Posted By thenathanator

Ice your knees and take a break/brake. Recently...

Ice your knees and take a break/brake. Recently my knee began bothering me so I've switched to SS for the time being. It hasn't been bothering me lately so I think I'm about ready to switch back. I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-16-07, 07:40 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,576
Posted By thenathanator

First: glad you had a great ride. Second: I...

First: glad you had a great ride.

Second: I agree about the headphones thing. I feel absolutely blind when I'm riding and listening to music. I need the extra info my ears give me to feel...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-01-07, 03:30 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,524
Posted By thenathanator

Tooting my own horn because I just made a hip...

Tooting my own horn because I just made a hip pack myself: http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?t=292631
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-28-07, 10:12 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,533
Posted By thenathanator

Made a hip pack

I've been wanting a hip-pack/fanny-pack/man-purse so that I can carry around enough tools to fix a flat, without the bulk or heat of a messenger bag. I looked around on the various bag sites, but...
Forum: Rides and Races
01-29-07, 04:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 328
Posted By thenathanator

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZS9G_R2XP_Y here...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZS9G_R2XP_Y here it is. I can't wait to see those pictures.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-28-07, 08:38 PM
Replies: 1,873
Views: 143,883
Posted By thenathanator

The recent Cars R Coffins alleycat in Cleveland: ...

The recent Cars R Coffins alleycat in Cleveland:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZS9G_R2XP_Y
Forum: Rides and Races
01-28-07, 08:37 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,495
Posted By thenathanator

Here's the video of the Cars R Coffins alleycat,...

Here's the video of the Cars R Coffins alleycat, if anyone's interested: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZS9G_R2XP_Y
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-27-07, 01:27 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,675
Posted By thenathanator

hmm... so there isn't any wonder pie I could eat...

hmm... so there isn't any wonder pie I could eat that would make me dry?

Alright, so rain sucks, especially when it's cold. There's not much you can do about it... But I should probably just buy...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-26-07, 11:02 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,675
Posted By thenathanator

How to deal with rain and Cold

I have a waterproof jacket, and I made some shants out of a pair of snowpants and then sprayed waterproofing stuff on them. My problem is from the calfs down. I have an old pair of adidas which I...
Forum: Rides and Races
01-21-07, 01:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 328
Posted By thenathanator

I didn't see this until today, but I came up from...

I didn't see this until today, but I came up from columbus with a friend. Had a blast.
The weather had me worried, I wasn't sure if it would be canceled if it snowed. Luckily it held off. It sure...
Forum: Rides and Races
01-13-07, 10:52 PM
Replies: 926
Views: 95,469
Posted By thenathanator

Here's the actual flyer for the Cleveland...

Here's the actual flyer for the Cleveland alleycat that Calculus posted about above:
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Forum: Rides and Races
01-13-07, 10:24 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,495
Posted By thenathanator

I'll be coming up to cleveland on the 20th for...

I'll be coming up to cleveland on the 20th for the alleycat. Anyone have anymore info on that, other than what's in the alleycats thread?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-08-07, 08:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 15,903
Posted By thenathanator

If you remove the coaster brake arm, will it just be a freewheel?

The reason I ask, is that I'm interested in buying a 3 speed hub. Probably a Shimano Inter 3 speed hub (Shimano SG-3C41). I looked into S/A hubs but they're pretty expensive, and most are old. The...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-03-07, 12:34 AM
Replies: 1,873
Views: 143,883
Posted By thenathanator

Lots of skitching in this vid:...

Lots of skitching in this vid: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZfBtrWJh9YA
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-26-06, 04:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,093
Posted By thenathanator

one foot, no handed trackstands... how?

I slip forward off my seat. I feel like I need to put my foot on the bottom-tube for stability. It might help if I was clipless as opposed to clips, but I'm still curious as to how people manage it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-25-06, 08:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 625
Posted By thenathanator

My fixed experience so far

I went from riding a unicycle to riding fixed. I read an article in the CS Monitor about fixies and decided that I wanted one. I then researched it for about 3 months looking for a frame on ebay to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-08-06, 05:28 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,960
Posted By thenathanator

I'm on it too.

I'm on it too.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-05-06, 09:37 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,240
Posted By thenathanator

When Nathan Fabian bikes he doesn't move. The earth moves under him.

Forget chuck norris, I've got me a new roll model.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-04-06, 09:13 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,330
Posted By thenathanator

I use my cages/straps all the time when I'm...

I use my cages/straps all the time when I'm skidding. I don't think it's bad technique so much as needing to supply more stopping power - sometimes just pushing back isn't going to cut it and you...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-22-06, 06:08 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,510
Posted By thenathanator

I would think that would mean that they would be...

I would think that would mean that they would be more popular, but it doesn't seem to be that way...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-22-06, 05:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,510
Posted By thenathanator

Are there any advantages of candies over...

Are there any advantages of candies over eggbeaters?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-21-06, 10:12 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,510
Posted By thenathanator

EggbeatingFroghoppingATACkage.

I'm edging towards going clipless, and I was wondering if the people who use eggbeaters, frogs, and time atacs, could say what model they have/would recommend.
I recall a few weeks ago, I was...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-20-06, 07:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,053
Posted By thenathanator

My point exactly... (thanks, I'll check my...

My point exactly...

(thanks, I'll check my bike)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-20-06, 07:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,053
Posted By thenathanator

I'm not even going to pretend I know exactly what...

I'm not even going to pretend I know exactly what I'm doing... so if there are any suggestions, such as rvabiker's that I shouldn't get the toolkit because fixies don't use 3/32" chain whips... that...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-20-06, 06:45 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,053
Posted By thenathanator

I've gotten away with not having this stuff so...

I've gotten away with not having this stuff so far... but it's involved a few trips to the bikeshop. Maybe there are few multi tools I could get that would cover at least the fixed related tools...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-20-06, 06:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,053
Posted By thenathanator

I need a toolkit

I have $60 and was hoping to get some sort of fixie related toolkit. Nashbar sells a toolkit in my price range, and performance has a spindoctor toolkit, but I'm wondering about other options.

I...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-18-06, 09:40 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,852
Posted By thenathanator

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c162/TheNathanat...

http://i27.photobucket.com/albums/c162/TheNathanator/Uni.jpg
Bad picture above, but yes, I unicycle. Been doing it for years (though lately I've only been riding my fixie). Took me about 2 weeks of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-12-06, 09:27 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 7,359
Posted By thenathanator

Alright, well then that settles it. I will take...

Alright, well then that settles it. I will take it down to the shop and have them grease it up for me. I'd rather not have to deal with replacing a hub in the future...

Yes indeed I do have an IRO...
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