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Forum: Commuting
06-24-14, 07:46 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 8,175
Posted By Cody Broken

I saw a fire engine today.

I saw a fire engine today.
Forum: Commuting
06-24-14, 04:50 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,608
Posted By Cody Broken

Really, that video seriously pisses me off. To...

Really, that video seriously pisses me off.
To me, that video says to you:


1. Framing nails & machine screws are the #1 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=1) cause...
Forum: Commuting
06-24-14, 04:32 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,608
Posted By Cody Broken

I find the advertisement video to be idiotic,...

I find the advertisement video to be idiotic, annoying & insulting in countless ways:


Some quotes from the video:


"I used to be just like you, shelling out big bucks for tubes and tires, no...
Forum: Commuting
10-31-13, 07:07 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 25,425
Posted By Cody Broken

I want one of those!

I want one of those!
Forum: Commuting
11-19-11, 10:37 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 12,172
Posted By Cody Broken

OP: Pedantics aside I think it is cool you are...

OP: Pedantics aside I think it is cool you are rocking a fast commute with your IGH bike.

Pedantics: Any argument for IGH being faster than mechs is a going to be a tough one to sell because...
Forum: Commuting
09-13-11, 04:12 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

That bike has more personality than a couple...

That bike has more personality than a couple people I know. Awesome.
Forum: Commuting
06-29-10, 07:19 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

DUDE! That Ross looks like a frame for somebody...

DUDE! That Ross looks like a frame for somebody 7 feet tall, but your new Transeo looks good for a 6 footer. Are you a shape-shifter?
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-08-10, 10:34 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 130,041
Posted By Cody Broken

Anybody ever strip the cranks, chain, saddle and...

Anybody ever strip the cranks, chain, saddle and bars off one of these and affix baskets?
154368
Forum: Commuting
05-07-10, 08:47 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

The only thing ugly about that bike is the...

The only thing ugly about that bike is the handlebar stem. That is a sweet bike. Fix it up, customize it.
Forum: Commuting
08-01-09, 11:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 530
Posted By Cody Broken

Nope, and the tires I put in were worn down...

Nope, and the tires I put in were worn down knobbies.
Forum: Commuting
07-29-09, 09:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 530
Posted By Cody Broken

Yeah, high quality tires are the best choice...

Yeah, high quality tires are the best choice overall, especially for nice bikes.

The used-tire tire liner is more appropriate for clunker tank cargo type bikes.
Forum: Commuting
07-29-09, 11:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 530
Posted By Cody Broken

dirtbag flat protection

I know this belongs in the Bike Mechanics forum but I figured some commuters would appreciate this. I've done it with great success.

I cut the sidewalls (and bead, of course) off old tires (low...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-29-09, 10:43 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 6,566
Posted By Cody Broken

Anybody try the dirtbag approach of using old...

Anybody try the dirtbag approach of using old tires as tire liners?
I cut the sidewalls off and remaining tread slips inside the new tire perfectly.
I've run them with no problems.
Forum: Commuting
07-26-09, 09:21 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

Man, I like your DIY style. Make it!

Man, I like your DIY style. Make it!
Forum: Commuting
07-26-09, 09:15 AM
Replies: 496
Views: 153,544
Posted By Cody Broken

That IS a lovely bicycle.

That IS a lovely bicycle.
Forum: Commuting
07-18-09, 11:16 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

Am I the only one who burst out laughing at this?...

Am I the only one who burst out laughing at this? Thank you DVC45 for sharing your humorous tale of misfortune.
Forum: Commuting
07-10-09, 08:54 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

http://www.bikeforums.net/attachment.php?attachmen...

http://www.bikeforums.net/attachment.php?attachmentid=108681&d=1245508443

Say, is that top tube kinda looong, or am I seeing things? Just curious.

Beauty vintage steed, by the way.
Forum: Commuting
10-25-08, 12:37 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,443
Posted By Cody Broken

itm selego trekking bars ...

itm selego trekking bars
http://www.wallbike.com/oddsnends/jpg/selegobbot1.jpg
Forum: Commuting
10-25-08, 12:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 21,580
Posted By Cody Broken

Been there, done that, without spending stacks of...

Been there, done that, without spending stacks of cash. Quick and dirty ghetto brake mod and I ran 633's (27"ers).
Looks like the tire rubs the fork crown, but even at max tire pressure there was...
Forum: Commuting
10-24-08, 11:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 21,580
Posted By Cody Broken

Arguing the merits of 622 wheels on 559 wheel...

Arguing the merits of 622 wheels on 559 wheel frames is fine and good, but back to the OP:

I found Mavic Caliper Adjuster at this website. Note that it is ONE caliper, for ONE set of brakes. So...
Forum: Commuting
10-24-08, 08:27 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

I'm feeling rather impulsive.

I'm feeling rather impulsive.
Forum: Commuting
10-24-08, 08:24 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

You sir, are my kinda guy! I loves the ghetto...

You sir, are my kinda guy!
I loves the ghetto stylie.
I must have those handlbars.
I have a mixte that is crying out for those bars.
Forum: Commuting
10-18-08, 11:37 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 10,080
Posted By Cody Broken

This is an excellent read.

This is an excellent read.
Forum: Commuting
10-18-08, 11:15 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 39,710
Posted By Cody Broken

My bike is so light I must tether it to the floor...

My bike is so light I must tether it to the floor or it will sail around on the slightest air current.

Good thing I spent several thousand dollars on it, so it is strong enough to wistand my fat...
Forum: Commuting
10-13-08, 08:09 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

Gary Fisher Simple City 8 M

Gary Fisher Simple City 8 M
http://www.fisherbikes.com/bike/model/simple-city-8M

And no point discussing it merits and/or faults: just looks at his smile!
Forum: Commuting
10-13-08, 08:07 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

Can't lock the thread until the Paramount gets...

Can't lock the thread until the Paramount gets properly lavished with praise.

I especially like the red bar tape that matches the red brake pads!

No doubt a top ten (or top five) vintage...
Forum: Commuting
10-01-08, 08:07 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

That is way too nice a trail bike to mod into a...

That is way too nice a trail bike to mod into a commuter, IMHO. Old road bike and get jiggy, or freddy.
Forum: Commuting
09-21-08, 11:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,261
Posted By Cody Broken

Yay! Trekking Bars love! ...

Yay! Trekking Bars love!
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3098/2848598028_3f1f2450b6.jpg?v=0
Okay, so it's not a commuter. I've got three Trekking bars and two of them are on my trail bikes. ...
Forum: Commuting
09-21-08, 08:11 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,626
Posted By Cody Broken

I'd be honored.

I'd be honored.
Forum: Commuting
09-21-08, 12:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 939
Posted By Cody Broken

If you love the way your bike looks and feels,...

If you love the way your bike looks and feels, why would you want to ride fast and spend less time on it?
Forum: Commuting
09-21-08, 12:33 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 364
Posted By Cody Broken

I loooooooves the Trekking bars. I have them on...

I loooooooves the Trekking bars. I have them on two of my bikes and I didn't wrap mine as fat as you did, but the tape still didn't make it all the way to the stem. Tape made it just past where...
Forum: Commuting
09-20-08, 10:47 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,626
Posted By Cody Broken

Okay, read just about everything in this thread,...

Okay, read just about everything in this thread, and what you need is excitement and fun.
What I love about this forum is the wonderful attitudes of the members; about their riding, their bikes,...
Forum: Commuting
09-20-08, 10:16 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,626
Posted By Cody Broken

Didn't read every post, but I'm gonna throw: ...

Didn't read every post, but I'm gonna throw:
Commit to riding one, two, however many days a week agrees with you.
Riding one day a week is better than not at all.
Great idea driving part way....
Forum: Commuting
09-16-08, 10:05 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,520
Posted By Cody Broken

Just snapped this pic after my ride to the shop. ...

Just snapped this pic after my ride to the shop.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3126/2862323329_b0d700b6b8.jpg?v=0

Also love the big rear doubles. Built this beater, but then sold it:...
Forum: Commuting
09-15-08, 09:56 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

Please explain those extended drop bars? Did you...

Please explain those extended drop bars? Did you do that, and if so how?

By the way, I admire the bold and resourceful customization of your bike. I love how you used a stem-mounted reflector...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-08, 10:53 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

Ten bucks? Son of a...I'd have paid $20 for the...

Ten bucks? Son of a...I'd have paid $20 for the frame alone.

Good score man, and sweet build!
Forum: Commuting
09-07-08, 09:08 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

Seafoamer, awesome bike. Reminded me of this...

Seafoamer, awesome bike.
Reminded me of this bike from Hiawatha Cyclery, on which they used a indexed bar-end shifter with a Problem Solvers Inline Travel Agent to control an Alfine hub. Here's the...
Forum: Commuting
09-04-08, 07:02 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 991
Posted By Cody Broken

Excellent video: ...

Excellent video:
http://bicycletutor.com/wheel-truing/
other info:
http://www.sheldonbrown.com/wheelbuild.html
http://www.sheldonbrown.com/tooltips/truing.html...
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-03-08, 09:59 PM
Replies: 941
Views: 560,923
Posted By Cody Broken

I love the bikes in this forum. Such a diverse...

I love the bikes in this forum. Such a diverse range: from elegant to rough, all built with creativity and resourcefulness for practical daily transport.
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-03-08, 09:54 PM
Replies: 941
Views: 560,923
Posted By Cody Broken

Dump bike I got in the Spring. Finally rebuilt...

Dump bike I got in the Spring. Finally rebuilt it, definitely not as Raleigh intended but I like it.
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3103/2826189613_9619e92b07.jpg?v=0
Forum: Commuting
09-03-08, 09:44 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

Rescued this 1970-something Raleigh Grand Prix...

Rescued this 1970-something Raleigh Grand Prix from the dump many months ago. Gave up dreams of building a light-weight SS or fixie and instead built a 5-speed basket beater. Rode it home this...
Forum: Commuting
08-24-08, 07:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,215
Posted By Cody Broken

Frame is swoopy. I love swoopy frames. And...

Frame is swoopy. I love swoopy frames.

And I like to say "swoopy".
Forum: Commuting
08-18-08, 08:37 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 7,470
Posted By Cody Broken

I'm back in! I'm with them fellers. ...

I'm back in!



I'm with them fellers.

THAT is the beautiful truth.

And recumbents cause brain tumors. (kidding)
Forum: Commuting
08-18-08, 08:29 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 7,470
Posted By Cody Broken

Just noticed... Looks like ya got steel rims? ...

Just noticed...
Looks like ya got steel rims? Maybe?
In rain steel rims laugh HA HA! at brake pads.
First sudden stop situation on a rainy day ride will put alloy rims at the top of your to-do...
Forum: Commuting
08-18-08, 08:07 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 7,470
Posted By Cody Broken

In a controlled study all laboratory rats who...

In a controlled study all laboratory rats who rode drop bars died of cancer.

Can you say "runaway thread hijack"?

Just as a reminder:



You rock bro.
Forum: Commuting
08-16-08, 10:39 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

A stormy but charming love story.

A stormy but charming love story.
Forum: Commuting
07-26-08, 12:42 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

My spanky new 'check is 58cm, my inseam is 33"...

My spanky new 'check is 58cm, my inseam is 33" and while it is snug on my shenanigans standing over the ride is fabby.

Now I just have to put on my cross tops then wrap the bars.

I drooled over...
Forum: Commuting
07-18-08, 10:08 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,693
Posted By Cody Broken

My '08 Crosscheck is coming Monday. Same size and...

My '08 Crosscheck is coming Monday. Same size and color. I can hardly sleep. It will be the nicest bike I have ever owned. Someday it will get scratched and I'll cry, but Monday I'll be the kid on...
Forum: Commuting
07-07-08, 10:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,863
Posted By Cody Broken

Your bike is unique, looks cool and most...

Your bike is unique, looks cool and most importantly it works for you.

You rock.
Forum: Utility Cycling
07-03-08, 11:32 PM
Replies: 492
Views: 391,504
Posted By Cody Broken

I first saw a home built xtracycle on...

I first saw a home built xtracycle on Instructables, long time ago. Just revisited that post and saw one built by a U.S. soldier in Iraq. Here are some photos:...
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