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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-15, 07:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,457
Posted By Coop500

That's awesome, congrats.

That's awesome, congrats.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-15, 10:53 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,181,883
Posted By Coop500

Way too big for me, but somebody here may be...

Way too big for me, but somebody here may be interested:

60cm Peugeot U-08 frame & fork with xtras (http://erie.craigslist.org/bop/5096338512.html)
60cm Peugeot U-08 frame & fork with xtras - $20...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-15, 08:58 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 661
Posted By Coop500

Did you read the specs? I know based on your...

Did you read the specs? I know based on your recent posts you seem hung up on not believing their is a quality difference in bikes and components but the differences are apparent if you look at the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-15, 08:42 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 11,636
Posted By Coop500

LOL I never thought of it like that.

LOL I never thought of it like that.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-15, 07:15 AM
Replies: 127
Views: 11,636
Posted By Coop500

I think some people not into bikes, think a...

I think some people not into bikes, think a "fixie" is any road bike. I have seen several ads on c'list lately labeled as fixie but the bike clearly had gears and shifters.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-01-15, 02:30 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 5,079
Posted By Coop500

For me it is about organization and planning. The...

For me it is about organization and planning. The more I prepare and plan in the evening, the smoother my departure in the morning goes. But I am one of those people where everything has to be just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-15, 10:20 AM
Replies: 1,104
Views: 330,307
Posted By Coop500

About 10 years ago I bought this bike for $5.95...

About 10 years ago I bought this bike for $5.95 at the local Goodwill. I replaced the seat, back tire, and cables. I it was a fun bike. I kind of wish I kept it because I doubt I will ever find a...
Forum: Touring
06-30-15, 10:35 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,205
Posted By Coop500

This is a good point, one I didn't even think...

This is a good point, one I didn't even think about until I started researching conversions a few weeks ago. Looking at Surly LHT dimensions the ST and TT on the 56cm is very similar to my old...
Forum: Touring
06-30-15, 09:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,205
Posted By Coop500

I have been looking into a drop bar conversion...

I have been looking into a drop bar conversion for my daily rider. The biggest expense is really the shifters as MTB lever/shifter combos on drop bars aren't really a good match. Shifters are also...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-29-15, 06:23 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,864
Posted By Coop500

How the heck do you reach to shave your whole...

How the heck do you reach to shave your whole back? I'd end up with a swath down the middle still hairy and look even worse LOL.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-29-15, 06:19 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 12,746
Posted By Coop500

I have always just used a hitch pin lock, similar...

I have always just used a hitch pin lock, similar to this:

http://images.lowes.com/product/converted/042899/042899675204lg.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-15, 01:49 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,181,883
Posted By Coop500

Any REALLY tall people need a bike? 36"...

Any REALLY tall people need a bike? 36" standover, yikes!

Schwinn LeTour 1986 Road Bike (http://pittsburgh.craigslist.org/bik/5087541446.html)
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-15, 06:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,885
Posted By Coop500

I use a bar mounted mirror. I have been riding...

I use a bar mounted mirror. I have been riding motorcycles for 35 years and I am just used to a bar mounted mirror I guess.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-15, 05:59 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 36,800
Posted By Coop500

http://randomthoughtsandphotos.com/images/ThreadsT...

http://randomthoughtsandphotos.com/images/ThreadsThatWillNotDie.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-15, 05:56 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,674
Posted By Coop500

LOL I'm sorry but that made me laugh for real. I...

LOL I'm sorry but that made me laugh for real. I buy 99% of my bike stuff online because of where I live (no shops closer than 30 minutes away) and I am far from wealthy. I can't believe that you are...
Forum: Commuting
06-26-15, 06:37 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,181
Posted By Coop500

I always wondered how slow people have to move to...

I always wondered how slow people have to move to take 15 minutes to shower.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-25-15, 04:52 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,009
Posted By Coop500

LOL. My problem these days is the 12oz curls are...

LOL. My problem these days is the 12oz curls are catching up with me :) .
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-15, 04:17 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 6,724
Posted By Coop500

If I rode by and saw the person outside I would...

If I rode by and saw the person outside I would stop. Not for a physical confrontation but to discuss things like adults. Unfortunately that could open the door for the situation to escalate so maybe...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-25-15, 03:59 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 3,009
Posted By Coop500

That's awesome congrats! I do not even look...

That's awesome congrats!

I do not even look at BMI, if you have done any weight lifting in your life you will be obese or overweight according to the chart. I once weighed 215 and had 7-8% body...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-15, 03:04 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,701
Posted By Coop500

Mixing clothing is the worst. I mean all the cool...

Mixing clothing is the worst. I mean all the cool kids will make fun of you for breaking from the herd. Seriously wear whatever you like whether it's full kit or casual. Riding is fun, I think we all...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-15, 08:11 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,933
Posted By Coop500

That is a cool bike, but you definitely have your...

That is a cool bike, but you definitely have your work cut out for you on that one :) .
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-24-15, 12:45 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,549
Posted By Coop500

I really appreciate the offer from you both, I...

I really appreciate the offer from you both, I wasn't trying to mooch free parts though. It's awesome you guys even considered it and I do appreciate it. I was just whining out loud that around here...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-24-15, 10:57 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,549
Posted By Coop500

I wish I could find something like this around...

I wish I could find something like this around here. I am looking for some old road bars cheap for a conversion project.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-15, 10:53 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,722,699
Posted By Coop500

Thanks for the post and info on the Rockhoppers....

Thanks for the post and info on the Rockhoppers. I have no issue with used parts either. I hoping to find some old road bars cheap so I can try it and see if I will like it will enough to continue...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-15, 09:02 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,722,699
Posted By Coop500

I have an adjustable stem on it now so I can...

I have an adjustable stem on it now so I can raise or lower it but adjusting length would be nice without making it taller.

This is what it looks like now (except I have lowered the stem since...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-15, 07:55 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,722,699
Posted By Coop500

Everytime I visit this thread I start pricing...

Everytime I visit this thread I start pricing what I need to convert my Rockhopper lol. I just worry about the reach, I may try to buy some super cheap drop bars and nothing else just to test it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-15, 06:56 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,799
Posted By Coop500

I have used hydration packs a lot in hunting and...

I have used hydration packs a lot in hunting and off-road motorcycles. I do not like them on the road. My back gets sweaty and it's extra weight I don't need on my back. I have a bad back plus I am...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-15, 01:02 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,181,883
Posted By Coop500

If this was in reasonable driving distance to...

If this was in reasonable driving distance to Pittsburgh I would have bought it already. I have been looking for one for awhile now.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-23-15, 07:12 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,456
Posted By Coop500

No discounts or price matching. But almost all of...

No discounts or price matching. But almost all of the small shops have closed up around me. I have to travel to shops now and I can't visit enough to get to know the owners/workers like I used to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-15, 07:48 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 28,714
Posted By Coop500

I'm not embarrassed. I don't own any cycling...

I'm not embarrassed. I don't own any cycling jerseys, but not because of my fashion sense (or lack of lol). I am just always too broke to buy one :) .
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-15, 07:41 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,855
Posted By Coop500

In my garage. I am 40 miles one way from work....

In my garage. I am 40 miles one way from work. And that is 80% highway, it is much longer if I skip the interstate. Riding to work is not a realistic option for me, so I don't have the issue of...
Forum: Commuting
06-19-15, 07:08 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,660
Posted By Coop500

This is mine. An early 90's Specialized. I spent...

This is mine. An early 90's Specialized. I spent more on the fenders and rack than I did the bike :) .
...
Forum: Touring
09-17-12, 11:38 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,555
Posted By Coop500

Thanks for the fast response!

Thanks for the fast response!
Forum: Touring
09-17-12, 11:21 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 9,555
Posted By Coop500

I am interested in a B17 for my RockHopper FS. I...

I am interested in a B17 for my RockHopper FS. I read through this thread and have to ask one more question about wetness. I have no issue with carrying a cover or bag under the seat in rain, but I...
Forum: Touring
09-17-12, 09:36 AM
Replies: 544
Views: 367,761
Posted By Coop500

Work in Progress. 1994 Specialized RockHopper FS....

Work in Progress. 1994 Specialized RockHopper FS. I bought it for $50 a month ago and started setting it up with touring gear. I hope to do the Pittsburgh to DC trail tour next year.

I added:
...
Forum: Commuting
09-12-12, 04:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 12,852
Posted By Coop500

I have done this with plastic motorcycle fenders,...

I have done this with plastic motorcycle fenders, might work on your fender. You have to go a little farther than you want because it springs back some after cooling.
Forum: Commuting
09-11-12, 10:25 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,818
Posted By Coop500

The OP was annoyed and wanted to vent. I praise...

The OP was annoyed and wanted to vent. I praise them for venting to us and not actually doing something about it that could end up causing the loss of the room for bike use. They have stated numerous...
Forum: Commuting
09-10-12, 12:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 832
Posted By Coop500

I am no expert but I think 53cm is maybe too...

I am no expert but I think 53cm is maybe too small if you really are 6'. Is your seat set really high? If so I am guessing that is part of your problem of your testies getting squished :) .

As far...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-12, 12:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,106
Posted By Coop500

If you look at the second row from the bottom you...

If you look at the second row from the bottom you can see a bar under the tires. I wonder if they are all like that? If so that would not be very comfortable haha.
Forum: Touring
09-08-12, 08:04 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 5,629
Posted By Coop500

To me the risk outweighs the benefit as far as...

To me the risk outweighs the benefit as far as carbon is concerned. If you were only going to be a hundred miles from home and had a failure where help is a couple hour wait I wouldn't give it a...
Forum: Touring
09-08-12, 07:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,173
Posted By Coop500

Congrats!

Congrats!
Forum: Touring
09-07-12, 05:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 575
Posted By Coop500

I see there is actually a Kindle version so I may...

I see there is actually a Kindle version so I may get it. No comments about the Kindle :) . I have had two back surgeries and being able to carry a few books anywhere I want without all that extra...
Forum: Touring
09-07-12, 05:42 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,328
Posted By Coop500

JRD, congrats that bikes a beauty!

JRD, congrats that bikes a beauty!
Forum: Touring
09-07-12, 09:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 669
Posted By Coop500

Awesome pictures! Thank you for sharing them.

Awesome pictures! Thank you for sharing them.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-12, 07:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,899
Posted By Coop500

We keep our bikes (both motorized and non) in a...

We keep our bikes (both motorized and non) in a 16x25 garage. It's not insulated and over winter I always have to clean up mild surface rust on places like chrome handlebars, seat posts, etc. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-12, 07:25 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,695
Posted By Coop500

I have dated women in the past that considered...

I have dated women in the past that considered riding even once a week as ignoring them. Twenty years ago I met a girl (now my wife) that understood that couples don't need to spend every waking...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-12, 03:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,022
Posted By Coop500

It's sad that his bike was stolen, but awesome he...

It's sad that his bike was stolen, but awesome he seems excited about riding again. Even if the "new" bike isn't nearly as nice as his old one. It seems to me just riding again will help make him...
Forum: Recreational & Family
09-03-12, 03:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,030
Posted By Coop500

Awesome, have fun!

Awesome, have fun!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-12, 01:12 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 19,925
Posted By Coop500

I wouldn't spend money on a newspaper add, but I...

I wouldn't spend money on a newspaper add, but I put a "Wanted to buy" ad on craigslist and got a lot of response. Some BS but some honest good ones. People are leery because they are afraid with an...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-12, 12:35 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 18,840
Posted By Coop500

I just made some 1.5" spacers for now and the...

I just made some 1.5" spacers for now and the fork is rigid. I don't think I want to put any money into this fork I would rather buy one that better fits my needs.

Thanks again to everybody that...
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