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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-03-10, 08:18 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

While I'm all about a good argument and even some...

While I'm all about a good argument and even some of the better thought out and/or funny cheap shots I have thus far been accociated with racists (You know, those lovely groups that think some human...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-03-10, 03:26 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

JesusBanana, I'm responding to you because I...

JesusBanana,

I'm responding to you because I can see where my remarks could be seen as sexist. I'll get to that. First though, the sausage thing - I got the sausage thing from sausages - you...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-02-10, 08:10 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

Well, of course.

Well, of course.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-02-10, 08:08 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

C5000, The guy on the ground is the c*nt. ...

C5000,

The guy on the ground is the c*nt. Simple, universal truth there tough guy.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-02-10, 07:55 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

I think I've driven this thread along much past...

I think I've driven this thread along much past its useful life. I passed on what happened to me on my ride home, Friday. It was a freaky thing. I've never had anything like that happen to me...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-02-10, 07:13 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

If you wear a shirt stating so then I'm on board....

If you wear a shirt stating so then I'm on board.

Yesterday, I was out for a ride and a guy on a road bike was in a set of mountain shorts and a typical cycling jersey that read "Fat Boy". He...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-02-10, 05:53 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,035
Posted By oldfixguy

It could be a tumor.

It could be a tumor.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-02-10, 02:16 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

1. You intentionally short quoted me out of...

1. You intentionally short quoted me out of context and then made the weakest argument I've seen to date about the quote. Fail #1

2. "Right, because comfort and breathability are not valid...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-01-10, 08:18 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,875
Posted By oldfixguy

I use Pro Link. Damn good stuff. It has...

I use Pro Link. Damn good stuff.

It has been my experience that lube must be wiped off the chain until it is gone. So, apply lube, go on ride, come home, take paper towels and wipe off chain. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-01-10, 08:01 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

This is actually an important point that I...

This is actually an important point that I glossed over when posted. I never judge adults by their intentions. I always judge adults by their behavior. I could care less what anyone thinks, feels,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-01-10, 05:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 859
Posted By oldfixguy

nathant53, You got the bar for free. Drop a...

nathant53,

You got the bar for free. Drop a few bucks on bar tape. Regardless of which way you go be sure to cap the ends. Otherwise, you'll be a public nuisance.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-01-10, 01:48 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

Righteous. Volume control, air pump rechargeable...

Righteous. Volume control, air pump rechargeable and all. Purchased at Amazon. Thank you.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-31-10, 07:57 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

While I don't think this is a detail that adds to...

While I don't think this is a detail that adds to the story, I take that road twice a day every business day. It's my route. Just like you see on any road you take routinely I see packs of kids...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-31-10, 07:45 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

LOL. I now have to clean off my screen. I'm...

LOL. I now have to clean off my screen. I'm still holding back laugher. "hungry behemoth pachyderms" - Oh, my. The mental picture that creates..... LOL
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-31-10, 06:53 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

Well, there seems to be a percentage of folks who...

Well, there seems to be a percentage of folks who think I see myself as some sort of fixed gear hard case that wonders through life hoping to teach others a lesson about messing with me. Not the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-31-10, 09:45 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

I don't see basketball players wearing skin tight...

I don't see basketball players wearing skin tight clothes. I don't see football players walking around in their gear off of football fields. I would akin a football field to a velodrome. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-31-10, 07:33 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

You need to experience my wife's backside in...

You need to experience my wife's backside in person. Wait a minute - that doesn't sound right.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-31-10, 06:04 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

Apple makes good stuff. They really do. They...

Apple makes good stuff. They really do. They just charge too much. I'm a bigger fan of simply dropping something like Linux Mint on hardware or if security is the overarching concern and I can...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-30-10, 11:40 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

I use "sausage wrappers" as a loving cheap shot. ...

I use "sausage wrappers" as a loving cheap shot. Any dude wearing lycra on the street (unless participating in an event - like a road race) is a sausage wrapper. There is not a single valid reason...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-30-10, 10:55 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 7,093
Posted By oldfixguy

While clearly inter-connected, I always use stems...

While clearly inter-connected, I always use stems for reach adjustment and bars for hands/breathing/steering issues.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-30-10, 10:44 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

LOL. I'm not the u-lock justice type, really. ...

LOL. I'm not the u-lock justice type, really. While not off the table entirely, this was not one of those cases. Not even close. Not even if there had been a collision. Now, if they were...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-30-10, 10:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,691
Posted By oldfixguy

NorthBend, Fabulous job. Thanks for the...

NorthBend,

Fabulous job. Thanks for the great pictures and narration. I have to admit, I almost didn't read the thread for fear of it being one of those "I road my brakeless fixie to a 7-11 in...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-30-10, 10:02 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

While I have nothing good to say about roadies...

While I have nothing good to say about roadies (versus people who ride road bikes) I did not view them as evil. Not even a good try there banana. I simply felt locked in. I could have put a foot...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-30-10, 06:21 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 8,353
Posted By oldfixguy

I use an Izumi. I don't know the model butit's...

I use an Izumi. I don't know the model butit's the 1/8th with the nut and bolt thingy for a master link. Wears heavy duty. But, I have a Wipperman 1G8 on the way. Unfortunately, Wipperman ain't...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-30-10, 06:06 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

Stupid until you understand that I literally had...

Stupid until you understand that I literally had no place to go. The guys were curb to curb. I just didn't see myself yelling out like a frightened child to try and wake them up. I wasn't hating...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-30-10, 05:54 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

Two way residential. I normally take that way as...

Two way residential. I normally take that way as it parallels a major road but is of course safer.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-30-10, 05:02 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 8,929
Posted By oldfixguy

I mean really - WTF - over

So, I'm on my little commute home tonight - just rolling along. I seen this group of roadies coming my way. Nothing unusual. Just a group of sausage wrappers. about the time they were 150 or so...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-29-10, 05:17 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,630
Posted By oldfixguy

All the Internet "street justice" types tickle me...

All the Internet "street justice" types tickle me to death. Sorry little boys but this is the real world. You start u-locking, spitting on, kicking and throwing crap at cars you just aren't going...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-29-10, 05:10 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,420
Posted By oldfixguy

http://i457.photobucket.com/albums/qq299/bleedthro...

http://i457.photobucket.com/albums/qq299/bleedthrough20/100118-175442-502010.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-29-10, 05:04 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,559
Posted By oldfixguy

.....and Jesus wept.

.....and Jesus wept.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-29-10, 03:55 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 7,884
Posted By oldfixguy

This is true. However, I am very glad that...

This is true. However, I am very glad that Americans are starting to care. There isn't another country that doesn't take great pride in the products they produce. American business can use the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-28-10, 11:03 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 7,884
Posted By oldfixguy

I own an Osprey Kode 38 for backcountry...

I own an Osprey Kode 38 for backcountry skiing/snowboarding. Quality is beyond outstanding and has all the features in all the right places. But, after last season, it will be my in-bounds pack. ...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-28-10, 05:32 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 7,884
Posted By oldfixguy

I didn't think of that but I suspect you are...

I didn't think of that but I suspect you are correct. Makes sense.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-28-10, 02:46 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 7,884
Posted By oldfixguy

I think the best bang for the buck bags right now...

I think the best bang for the buck bags right now are made by Timbuk2. Out at Sierra Trading Post you can get a number of messenger and backpack style Timbuk2 bags for $60 or less. More for for...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-27-10, 05:50 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 22,420
Posted By oldfixguy

Aerobars are cool. But, if you're fat and your...

Aerobars are cool. But, if you're fat and your gut laps over the top tube like a set of sloppy butt cheeks when you are in the bars consider one of those waist belt things designed to make you...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-27-10, 05:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,570
Posted By oldfixguy

Causes of saddle pain is the story of proper...

Causes of saddle pain is the story of proper bicycle fit. If the bike frame is inappropriate for your proportions you will suffer. If your bike is setup inappropriately for your specific physique,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-26-10, 09:50 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 4,060
Posted By oldfixguy

http://i457.photobucket.com/albums/qq299/bleedthro...

http://i457.photobucket.com/albums/qq299/bleedthrough20/120px-Popcorn_spongebob.gif[/http://i457.photobucket.com/albums/qq299/bleedthrough20/120px-Popcorn_spongebob.gifhttp://i457.photobucket.com/albu...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-26-10, 03:11 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 10,448
Posted By oldfixguy

Front brake, clips and straps, helmet, lights...

Front brake, clips and straps, helmet, lights front and rear. I run fenders, too. Like others, I'm also comfortable with how "in touch" I am with my environment.

Please use a front brake on...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-25-10, 07:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,106
Posted By oldfixguy

I wish the GR-9's had a screw on cap like the...

I wish the GR-9's had a screw on cap like the Sylvan's. I even have the cute little wrench.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-25-10, 07:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,106
Posted By oldfixguy

I own and like both. The Sylvan's are wider...

I own and like both. The Sylvan's are wider which is nice. But, I have duck feet and have no issue with the width of the GR-9's. But again, the Sylvan's are wider. The kickplate on the Sylvan's...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-25-10, 06:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,106
Posted By oldfixguy

Go Gr-9. Even if you plan to run doubles. The...

Go Gr-9. Even if you plan to run doubles. The huge kick plate makes it easy to get into clips no matter what you're wearing. If you run doubles, you'll notice there is only one built in set of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-25-10, 12:26 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 783
Posted By oldfixguy

This is not a correct usage or explanation of the...

This is not a correct usage or explanation of the concept of proportional. The concept was concerning architectural beauty (proper proportions). The circle/square thing is geometric proof of our...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-10, 11:50 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,112
Posted By oldfixguy

This makes sense. I can buy parts anywhere. A...

This makes sense. I can buy parts anywhere. A good mechanic IS the LBS. Even if he does ride a Schwinn :lol:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-10, 09:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,849
Posted By oldfixguy

spaceballs, Sure. Your idea is valid. BMX...

spaceballs,

Sure. Your idea is valid. BMX pedal will whack more. It's not like it's an extreme difference. A bigger, wider, thicker pedal is going to whack more. I'm always interested to know...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-10, 09:38 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 783
Posted By oldfixguy

Many people here are hitting it. It is not...

Many people here are hitting it. It is not expensive to go to your LBS and get a professional fitting. There is no need to explain yourself or pretend you are there for any other reason. It is a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-10, 08:51 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 9,154
Posted By oldfixguy

^ I take back absolutely everything negative I've...

^ I take back absolutely everything negative I've ever said about wearing Lycra and will never say it again. Woof. No toe overlap.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-10, 09:05 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 9,001
Posted By oldfixguy

The lady doth protest too much, methinks

The lady doth protest too much, methinks
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-10, 03:17 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,595
Posted By oldfixguy

Deshi, I'm being a jumbo sized smartass. ...

Deshi,

I'm being a jumbo sized smartass. Heck, I ski/snowboard 6-7 months a year and sail an International 14 when it's not ski season. I live hours away from both hobbies. For me, I love...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-10, 02:05 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,595
Posted By oldfixguy

Deshi, I didn't mean to be so harsh to you. ...

Deshi,

I didn't mean to be so harsh to you. It's all done with love, bro. But, you're either doing this thing or you're not. Know what I mean? I mean, have you noticed how things like your...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-24-10, 01:42 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,595
Posted By oldfixguy

Are you attempting to imply there are times it is...

Are you attempting to imply there are times it is appropriate to take your bike with you as opposed to riding it? I bet you're one of those losers that does things like fly to other countries as...
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