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Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-11, 05:33 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,784
Posted By Junior88

Building a town bike from some vintage steel..

Hi guys, I am planning on doing a little summer project and build an around-town bike for going to the doc, coffee shop, quick trips to the store for small items, etc from this:
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-03-11, 01:53 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 65,316
Posted By Junior88

Keep 'em coming guys! Love em.

Keep 'em coming guys! Love em.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-11, 05:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,151
Posted By Junior88

Okay, cool, thanks. The website of theirs says to...

Okay, cool, thanks. The website of theirs says to run tires from 37-62mm, but the width is 24.5..

Now i'm confused.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-11, 05:28 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,151
Posted By Junior88

Tires Sizing

Hey Guys,

I have a 2010 Kona Dew hybrid. According to the Kona website, this bike is running Rigida Cyber 10 rim and an Alex ZC-1000 both runnng 700x37c tires.

I was wondering if you guys would...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-28-11, 12:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,182
Posted By Junior88

Not bad at all. I like it alot. It's great on the...

Not bad at all. I like it alot. It's great on the flats and downhill, the climbing leaves a bit to be desired. But I'm not to concerned about that.The geometry and fit is spot on, just like my Kona...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-27-11, 12:58 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 65,316
Posted By Junior88

That's an awesome bike Sixty. My dad bought that...

That's an awesome bike Sixty. My dad bought that Kuwahara in Vancouver, BC when he was in his twenties. I want to find an old Apollo road bike to make it a pair. They come up on craigslist here every...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-26-11, 02:23 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 65,316
Posted By Junior88

They are indeed bullmoose bars. I think they may...

They are indeed bullmoose bars. I think they may be motorcycle levers, sure feel like it.

Hey Sixty, I've heard you might like my other bike:
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-26-11, 01:11 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 65,316
Posted By Junior88

Thanks so much! Using that site, I have dated the...

Thanks so much! Using that site, I have dated the bike as a 1985.

Awesome :)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-26-11, 12:50 PM
Replies: 165
Views: 65,316
Posted By Junior88

I think so. I haven't found out an exact date. If...

I think so. I haven't found out an exact date. If you could help me out, that would be awesome.

I changed the thread to be more accepting. Nice bikes guys!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-26-11, 11:26 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,875,927
Posted By Junior88

Here is my 2010 Kona Dew with Brooks B17 and...

Here is my 2010 Kona Dew with Brooks B17 and trekking bars:

http://i969.photobucket.com/albums/ae179/rybo87/IMG_1346.jpg
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-26-11, 11:25 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 65,316
Posted By Junior88

Cool Show me your hybrid-ized rigid mountain bikes!

I think the title says it all. Show me your vintage/old/generally rigid mountain bikes that are performing street duty. :thumb:

Here's my Raleigh Bighorn
...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-24-11, 11:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,182
Posted By Junior88

I wish I could say the same :notamused: ...

I wish I could say the same :notamused:

Thanks for the compliments guys, and I just call it the Humu :thumb:
Forum: Commuting
03-22-11, 06:28 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 640
Posted By Junior88

No I won't. I will probably be just cleaning up...

No I won't. I will probably be just cleaning up the jobsite, painting, or landscaping.
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-22-11, 05:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,182
Posted By Junior88

A teen's new steed. Kona Nunu.

Hey guys, I have been saving for some time for a 'real' mountain bike, and I finally saved enough for the one I have been lusting after.

My ride is a 2010 Kona Nunu that I got at dealer price, as...
Forum: Commuting
03-22-11, 05:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 640
Posted By Junior88

My Commuter

Hi guys, I am getting my first job this summer doing some construction work, and will be riding 25k round trip to work.

This is my trusty steed that will be getting me there every day. My 2010...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-11, 05:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 5,436
Posted By Junior88

My Raleigh Bighorn and my Kuwahara Sierra

Hi guys, I just got a new camera and thought I would share my pair of vintage steel mountain magic. :thumb:

The first one is an old Raleigh Bighorn. This is the comfiest bike I own, and my current...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-11, 02:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,058
Posted By Junior88

Drop Bars On an Old Mountain Bike?

Hi guys,

I have an old Raleigh Bighorn, and would like to put drops on it to make it into a cross bike. What sort of parts will I need? I have a few quill stems kicking around, but the clamps are...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-02-11, 12:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,606
Posted By Junior88

Vehicle for Transport?

Hey guys,

I was wondering what vehicle you guys use for transporting your bikes to the trailhead, that's fuel efficient, and a teen dude wants to drive? :D

Defiantly used. I was looking at...
Forum: Commuting
01-25-11, 12:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 441
Posted By Junior88

I'm actually fairly proficient on bike repairs....

I'm actually fairly proficient on bike repairs. My dad has taught me alot :D I'm probably going to get a handlebar bag and keep my repair stuff and whatnot in there.
Forum: Commuting
01-25-11, 12:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 441
Posted By Junior88

Right, I forgot to mention that I have got a...

Right, I forgot to mention that I have got a couple small (front and back) lights that will do in a pinch ill keep on the bike.

I have my mountain bike too that I can ride of the Dew breaks down.
Forum: Commuting
01-25-11, 12:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 441
Posted By Junior88

New Teen Commuter

Hi guys,

I'm 16, and going to get my first job this summer. I'll be riding around 25k a day. :thumb:

I have a 2010 Kona Dew. I have been slowly building it up. So far I have got fenders, a...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-14-10, 01:56 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 702
Posted By Junior88

Kona and Norco options

Ho guys,

I am looking at mountain bikes from Kona and Norco (only 2 brands at my LBS) to go ride along old logging roads, and some easy to moderate trails.

I am looking for hardtails (XC) with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-10, 11:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,086
Posted By Junior88

Well I tried the foil, and it worked magic on all...

Well I tried the foil, and it worked magic on all the surface rust that coated the rack and the stem. . .

Thanks for the tip!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-10, 11:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,086
Posted By Junior88

So basically just take a sheet of the foil,...

So basically just take a sheet of the foil, crumple it like a sheet of paper, and go to town rubbing away at the chrome?

How would I toe in the old "Racer" brakes? They hit the rims flat as a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-10, 11:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,086
Posted By Junior88

Peugeot UE-8 Questions

I just came across a 100% original Peugeot UE-8.(Parts are original, atleast) I have some questions about it. The bike rides real nice, and i'm very thrilled. :love:

a) In all the chrome there is...
Forum: Commuting
07-22-10, 03:54 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,691
Posted By Junior88

I would put Trekking bars and some slicks on your...

I would put Trekking bars and some slicks on your current bikes.

If you want a new bike, I would Strongly recommend the Kona Dew. I freaking love mine. Kona is also coming out with the Dew City...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-21-10, 08:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 635
Posted By Junior88

Motivation is one of the hardest obsticles for me...

Motivation is one of the hardest obsticles for me to overcome. I always just put riding off and make excuses. You know that once you swing your leg over the saddle, you will fall in love with riding...
Forum: Commuting
06-21-10, 05:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 555
Posted By Junior88

Thanks guys. I was looking at Trekking bars also....

Thanks guys. I was looking at Trekking bars also. Somebody offered me up a pair free, so I might take them. But I don't really like giving my address over the Net...

I have decided that I will...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-10, 11:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 579
Posted By Junior88

A good deal?

Hi guys,

I have been looking at vintage road bikes, as I can't really afford the new bikes atm. N+1 is coming on strong! I was looking on the local classified and came across an old Mercier for...
Forum: Commuting
06-19-10, 08:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 555
Posted By Junior88

Anybody try these?

Hi there, I am a new commuter, on a new Kona Dew. :love: I have been looking at handlebar options, but do not want to drop a load of dew on new parts., I was looking around Amazon, when I came across...
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-27-10, 08:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 720
Posted By Junior88

Okay cool, thanks guys. njkayaker, I for...

Okay cool, thanks guys.

njkayaker, I for got to mention I do indeed have that stuff, along with a few other assorted tools. :)

Ryan
Forum: Commuting
05-26-10, 09:41 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,098
Posted By Junior88

I would have said a sweat band. Like tennis...

I would have said a sweat band. Like tennis players wear.

EDIT: Like just below the level (bottom) of the helmet, not right under it.
Forum: Recreational & Family
05-26-10, 09:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 720
Posted By Junior88

New with a Dew. Couple questions.

Hi all,

New member here. I just picked up a Kona Dew. Nicest bike I have ever owned. :) I usually just rode my dad's old Kumahara (spelling?) rigid-fork MTB around town and such. I wanted...
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