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Forum: Mountain Biking
06-12-14, 11:08 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 9,768
Posted By Millerad1651

May check out mtbr.com. They have a 650B/27.5...

May check out mtbr.com. They have a 650B/27.5 specific sub-forum with a ton of info in it.

27.5 - 650b (http://forums.mtbr.com/27-5-650b/)

Trek, Specialized, Giant, Kona all have very nice...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-06-14, 09:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,888
Posted By Millerad1651

If you can work on a bike for them, you may find...

If you can work on a bike for them, you may find a better deal on a slightly used bike for her on craigslist. For the same money, a couple year old bike with better components would be a better deal....
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-06-14, 09:34 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 792
Posted By Millerad1651

Not sure which bars you are specifically looking...

Not sure which bars you are specifically looking at, but may also check out Crank Brothers Cobalt 2 bars. I bought a set off Amazon for a pretty good deal. THey have a lot of positive reviews, and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-05-14, 08:57 PM
Replies: 245
Views: 118,877
Posted By Millerad1651

I rebuilt this 1993 Diamondback Sorrento into a...

I rebuilt this 1993 Diamondback Sorrento into a neighborhood and in town cruiser. Keeps my FS off the streets. Plus it gave me something to do this spring while it was cold and rainy.
...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-05-14, 08:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 918
Posted By Millerad1651

Here is a handy site that gives a general idea. ...

Here is a handy site that gives a general idea.

2004 Specialized Stumpjumper - New and Used Bike Value (http://www.bicyclebluebook.com/SearchListingDetail.aspx?id=92382&make=741&model=41643)
...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-04-14, 10:20 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,064
Posted By Millerad1651

You most likely have 9mm quick release for the...

You most likely have 9mm quick release for the fork. Most of the forks you will find used have that. Take off your front wheel...if you have a thin skewer, that is a 9mm quick release. There are...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-04-14, 08:13 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 918
Posted By Millerad1651

Decent bike for what it is. Be good for a...

Decent bike for what it is. Be good for a beginner, ride it until things start to break. It probably won't hold up to hard MTB trails though. It is a big step up from anything you'll get a Wal-Mart....
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-03-14, 07:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,024
Posted By Millerad1651

But since you've already purchased the bike, you...

But since you've already purchased the bike, you may look on eBay or CL for a Suntour takeoff from a 29er. A lot of times people replace those with better forks. While they are not the best forks, it...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-03-14, 07:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,570
Posted By Millerad1651

That Transition is beautiful...so is that...

That Transition is beautiful...so is that Breadwinner - but $8 g's....holy cow!
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-02-14, 07:58 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 12,080
Posted By Millerad1651

Not sure how far you are to these, but this may...

Not sure how far you are to these, but this may be worth a look. There really isn't a very good selection right now for CL.

GT Avalanche 4.0 mtb downtown toronto...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-02-14, 07:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,570
Posted By Millerad1651

This place specializes in 650B bikes. Its where I...

This place specializes in 650B bikes. Its where I bought my tires for my conversion.

650B Bikes over $1500 | SIXFIFTY (http://www.sixfifty.com/Categories/1663-650b-bikes-over-1500.aspx)
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-02-14, 07:22 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,399
Posted By Millerad1651

I really like the Geax AKA for the front and...

I really like the Geax AKA for the front and Saguaro for the back. I've had them out on about 12 rides so far and really like them. The AKA is nice and grippy, and the Saguaro hasn't slipped out from...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-02-14, 07:16 AM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,585,528
Posted By Millerad1651

You shouldn't need to buy new wheels to get a...

You shouldn't need to buy new wheels to get a thinner tire...just buy a thinner tire. You could get a hybrid style tire in 1.5" - 1.75" and they would still fit the wheels...its a lot cheaper option...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-27-14, 06:12 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,585,528
Posted By Millerad1651

Ride along the river this evening. ...

Ride along the river this evening.

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n505/millerad1651/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_2748_zpsf27b1a13.jpg...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-22-14, 08:02 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 3,968
Posted By Millerad1651

To replace, you need to find out the size....

To replace, you need to find out the size. Measure from the center of the mounting eyelet on top and bottom. Once you have that, look at eBay and CL for shocks in that size. You can get a decent Fox...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-14, 08:00 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,138,146
Posted By Millerad1651

Thanks. That sticker has just been sitting there...

Thanks. That sticker has just been sitting there for a year or so...once I repainted I thought, hell, why not use it on here! Still not quite finished. Got a couple more one-off stickers to put on....
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-13-14, 02:33 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,585,528
Posted By Millerad1651

New old ride...1993 Diamondback Sorrento How...

New old ride...1993 Diamondback Sorrento

How I got it...

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n505/millerad1651/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_6722_zps6836a4a3.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-13-14, 02:20 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,138,146
Posted By Millerad1651

Almost done with my 1993 Diamondback Sorrento...

Almost done with my 1993 Diamondback Sorrento rebuild. Got the frame for free, no wheels, and shifters and bottom bracket were shot. New paint, bought some used wheels, used some parts laying around,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-10-14, 10:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,217
Posted By Millerad1651

I had a similar situation with a bike I bought a...

I had a similar situation with a bike I bought a couple months ago. It had a 120mm stem with 25" bars with a 1.5" rise. I'm 6'1" and it felt way too narrow. I ended up getting a shorter stem (60mm)...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-03-14, 06:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 882
Posted By Millerad1651

Check out the Geax AKA and Saguaro. Both have...

Check out the Geax AKA and Saguaro. Both have pretty tight tread patterns that would lend themselves well on pavement, but they still do a great job in anything other than thick mud.

Geax AKA 650B...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-01-14, 09:23 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 961
Posted By Millerad1651

Seems a bit overpriced, but I'm not sure about...

Seems a bit overpriced, but I'm not sure about Canadian pricing on bikes.
2003 Trek Elite 9.8 - New and Used Bike Value...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-16-14, 10:28 AM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,585,528
Posted By Millerad1651

Just finished up the 650B conversion. Need a new...

Just finished up the 650B conversion. Need a new cassette and it'll be ready for the trails. I just added a new bar, stem and grips.
...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-05-14, 08:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,263
Posted By Millerad1651

Check out Geax AKA and Saguaro. Both have really...

Check out Geax AKA and Saguaro. Both have really good reviews for grip, durability, and ability to use tubeless. I just ordered an AKA for the front and Saguaro for the back. They come in a 2.2 and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-28-14, 10:14 AM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,585,528
Posted By Millerad1651

Oh ok...I knew it looked familiar though. There...

Oh ok...I knew it looked familiar though. There hasn't been much around lately FS wise (at least for a decent deal). Take a look around Cincy, Columbus and Louisville. I picked up my Kona for a deal...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-28-14, 08:08 AM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,585,528
Posted By Millerad1651

Do you have that for sale right now? Thought I...

Do you have that for sale right now? Thought I saw it on CL the other day...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-21-14, 07:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 761
Posted By Millerad1651

If you have to decide over the two, I'd go with...

If you have to decide over the two, I'd go with the Overdrive. The two are basically the same, I'd give the Overdrive the advantage of having 29" wheels. You may be able to get a little more if you...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-18-14, 03:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,450
Posted By Millerad1651

Ride the specialized until you know you want a...

Ride the specialized until you know you want a better bike. For starting out, that bike is fine. When you feel like you can handle more, check out craigslist and see what is out there. I picked up a...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-18-14, 02:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,450
Posted By Millerad1651

Well I would go with the Specialized. Of the two,...

Well I would go with the Specialized. Of the two, it is the only one that is an actual mountain bike. The Giant is considered a hybrid, and will not stand up over time to much off-roading. The Giant...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-14-14, 06:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,474
Posted By Millerad1651

Those Marins on eBay are a pretty decent deal. I...

Those Marins on eBay are a pretty decent deal. I think for less than $75 more you can get the next level they make. I was very close to picking one of them up when a local craigslist deal popped up...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-13-14, 07:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,474
Posted By Millerad1651

Just like anything else used, you can tell by...

Just like anything else used, you can tell by looking how it's been treated. I did a lot of googling, and a lot of searching mtbr.com for a couple months. There are actually quite a few nice ones out...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-13-14, 05:38 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,474
Posted By Millerad1651

Have you thought about used, or are you set on...

Have you thought about used, or are you set on brand new? I didn't have a huge budget, so I looked around what used bikes were available. I wasn't set on a 29er, I'm not really a fan, but I saw...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-12-14, 01:01 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,585,528
Posted By Millerad1651

While I admit, the paint condition is fine, and I...

While I admit, the paint condition is fine, and I don't "need" to spend the money, I just really don't like the paint job. I prefer a more subtle look. And I really like the newer style Kona...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-11-14, 03:10 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,585,528
Posted By Millerad1651

New to me bike, first full suspension. Guy barely...

New to me bike, first full suspension. Guy barely rode it, his hip hurt him too much when riding. Didn't want to sell it but his wife made him, so good for me! I came in about 60% of my budget, so...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-06-14, 09:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 767
Posted By Millerad1651

Thanks for the advice. Finally got some pics of...

Thanks for the advice. Finally got some pics of the HiFi, it's actually a 2007 according to bikepedia. I read way too many threads about frame breaking, so I decided against it. I will be picking the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-04-14, 01:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 767
Posted By Millerad1651

Thoughts on two bikes?

So I was just about to grab an 08 Trek EX 8 yesterday when it sold about an hour before I could get to it. Since then, I've been trying to find something just as nice for my first FS bike. There is...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-31-14, 08:12 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 651
Posted By Millerad1651

Awesome info guys. Ya, I'm always down for fixing...

Awesome info guys. Ya, I'm always down for fixing things myself, at least once. Then I can determine if the money savings are worth my time and effort. Lucky for me, I live in the "racing capital of...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-30-14, 09:11 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 651
Posted By Millerad1651

Thanks guys. cobba, I never knew there was a Blue...

Thanks guys. cobba, I never knew there was a Blue book for bikes. I've googled and googled about the Trek and that site never came up. Looks like it's right on the money.
ncfisherman, thanks for...
Forum: Mountain Biking
01-30-14, 11:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 651
Posted By Millerad1651

As good a deal as I think it is?

Hey guys, wondering if you guys could offer some input. I'm looking at 2008 EX 8 in town. Looks to be in great condition, upgraded to XT all around, and Juicy 5s, couple other odds and ends. Neither...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-15-13, 08:05 AM
Replies: 1,497
Views: 537,288
Posted By Millerad1651

Thanks. For the most part my wife picked...

Thanks. For the most part my wife picked everything out...I just gave her a few suggestions. The MTBs seem to work well for retroing, as they have plenty of room for bigger tires and the seating...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-14-13, 10:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,966
Posted By Millerad1651

I'm 6'1" and I ended with a large frame on my...

I'm 6'1" and I ended with a large frame on my Raleigh Misceo Trail. It's a 23" and they had a 25" X Large that was just a tad bit too tall for me. You may want to check them out.
...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-14-13, 10:25 AM
Replies: 1,497
Views: 537,288
Posted By Millerad1651

Sure do...it's on Amazon. Wife loves it, says its...

Sure do...it's on Amazon. Wife loves it, says its very comfortable.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-11-13, 07:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 779
Posted By Millerad1651

Added a new one to our stable.

Since I got my Raleigh a few months back, my wife and I have been riding more and more. She was riding a beach cruiser I built for her. Its nice and all, but hard for her to keep up with me (heavy...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-09-13, 11:19 AM
Replies: 1,497
Views: 537,288
Posted By Millerad1651

Just noticed this section. I did this conversion...

Just noticed this section. I did this conversion for my wife last winter. She uses this to cruise around the neighborhood and downtown every once in a while.

Started as a 1989 Nishiki Blazer MTB...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-09-13, 10:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,178
Posted By Millerad1651

I was in the same situation as you. After...

I was in the same situation as you. After waiting a few weeks, I made a few upgrades and now all of those problems are gone.

New grips where I could rest my palm every once in a while......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-08-13, 11:16 AM
Replies: 22,330
Views: 4,665,059
Posted By Millerad1651

Saw this today. I'm thinking that's a pretty...

Saw this today. I'm thinking that's a pretty good reason for not riding anymore. And it may just be me...but the pricing is a bit ridiculous.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-13, 11:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 59,182
Posted By Millerad1651

My dad has a Giant Cypress and loves it. He...

My dad has a Giant Cypress and loves it. He rides that thing all over. It has the more upright position you are wanting. He says the positioning is great for his shoulder (has a bad one) and is...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-13-13, 07:47 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,878,736
Posted By Millerad1651

Thanks. I like the crispness of red and white. ...

Thanks. I like the crispness of red and white.



Its actually the Misceo Trail 1.0. Has the lockable front fork. Got a pretty good deal on the 2012 model...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-13, 12:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,968
Posted By Millerad1651

Thanks. I'm a fan of red and white color combos,...

Thanks. I'm a fan of red and white color combos, keeps everything crisp. She likes the seat where it is. She's only 5'6", and those are 26" wheels, so she's on her tippy toes when standing.


...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-10-13, 08:54 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,878,736
Posted By Millerad1651

Thanks...she's coming along nicely.

Thanks...she's coming along nicely.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-10-13, 06:08 PM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,051,553
Posted By Millerad1651

Wife's Nishiki Blazer cruiser... ...

Wife's Nishiki Blazer cruiser...

http://i1137.photobucket.com/albums/n505/millerad1651/Mobile%20Uploads/IMG_2035_zps300a5635.jpg
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