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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-01-21, 12:32 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 983,612
Posted By Gangplank

Did a nice 9.5 mile ride today. I need to get...

Did a nice 9.5 mile ride today. I need to get riding more... I’m just getting back into it. Currently fat & slow. LOL. 5’10” scale says 205 w clothes on. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-21-20, 10:16 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 983,612
Posted By Gangplank

I’ve been thinking about doing some “ergonomic”...

I’ve been thinking about doing some “ergonomic” changes to the bike. :D

Actually I’m considering a rigid carbon fork & stem, swept back bars, fatter tires, new rear wheel w/ 3 speed internal hub,...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-31-20, 03:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,681
Posted By Gangplank

I’ve been looking into the same concept. Light...

I’ve been looking into the same concept. Light weight cruiser style bike. there are a couple of aluminum framed bikes out there. Ive been looking at the Priority Coast...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-22-20, 03:54 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 983,612
Posted By Gangplank

Another option for the front is the Rockshox...

Another option for the front is the Rockshox Paragon Gold. It’s travel and length is closer to the stock bike but it’s said to be a big improvement. That’s what I’m planning to get eventually....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-13-20, 02:40 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 983,612
Posted By Gangplank

Comparing the DS4 specs 20 vs 21 look identical...

Comparing the DS4 specs 20 vs 21 look identical except for the 1x11 11-51 drive train vs the 2x10 11x40 on the 2020 bike. Odd they still list a front derailleur. Probably an error they just forgot to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-06-20, 03:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,665
Posted By Gangplank

Ooh shiny. I’m thinking about a similar build...

Ooh shiny. I’m thinking about a similar build with my DS1.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-06-20, 02:23 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 983,612
Posted By Gangplank

Could be, but pretty much any air spring fork...

Could be, but pretty much any air spring fork will be a big improvement over coil spring. The weight is also a big factor.

the Cloud-9 seat is much better. Only went for a 10 min ride but even...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-06-20, 05:07 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 983,612
Posted By Gangplank

My goal is to turn the bike into a good all round...

My goal is to turn the bike into a good all round do it all bike.

I picked up a Cloud-9 Kush Plus. I know it’s not a name brand fancy brand but I saw it at my LBS in the wide version and thought...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-04-20, 09:57 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 983,612
Posted By Gangplank

interesting. I was trying to decide between the...

interesting. I was trying to decide between the RS 30 Gold 80mm & the Paragon Gold 65mm. The mud guard isn’t important to me but guides for cables would be. I suppose I could just zip tie them...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-02-20, 10:12 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 983,612
Posted By Gangplank

Nick, I’m wondering the same thing. It depends...

Nick,
I’m wondering the same thing. It depends on the actual width of the tire.

I saw in another post you upgraded your shock to the RockShox 30 w/ 100 mm travel. Why do you feel it’s over the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-26-20, 04:45 AM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 983,612
Posted By Gangplank

The DS is basically a mountain bike frame with...

The DS is basically a mountain bike frame with skinny tires and a hybrid fork. The only real issue you might have are traction and bottoming out the fork. For traction you can put wider and more...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-03-20, 07:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,050
Posted By Gangplank

What about the Trek Dual Sport line? I just got...

What about the Trek Dual Sport line? I just got a Trek DS1. It’s entry level and it’s sounds like your looking for a bit better components. The DS2, 3 or 4. Might be good for what you’re looking...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-03-20, 06:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,823
Posted By Gangplank

When I was in my 20’s & 30’s I used to ride a...

When I was in my 20’s & 30’s I used to ride a mountain bike with semi slicks w/ knobs on the side on the rear wheel. I’d ride it on the roads 60% of the time, hop curbsI always used to wonder why...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-03-20, 05:24 PM
Replies: 2,159
Views: 983,612
Posted By Gangplank

Back in the Saddle

So as it turns out I had a few extra airline miles to use, roughly 500,000 on United and Southwest. I also have a few extra pounds to lose, roughly 25. LOL. I figured I’m not flying anywhere...
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