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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-06-23, 09:37 AM
Replies: 317
Views: 94,099
Posted By xaztec

2017 salsa flatbar deore

Heavy duty world touring bike that’s been upgraded quite a bit with XT/XTR components, fenders and a Brooks B190 saddle. It’s built for fully loaded, unsupported expedition touring. The moloko bars...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-07-22, 07:27 PM
Replies: 1,090
Views: 409,889
Posted By xaztec

if you’re sticking with flat bars, any flat bar...

if you’re sticking with flat bars, any flat bar lever will work. If your going with drops, there are very few drop bar STI levers that will work with v-brakes but TRP and Tektro make mini v-brakes...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-18-22, 10:10 AM
Replies: 1,090
Views: 409,889
Posted By xaztec

Go to Sheldon Brown's web site and do some...

Go to Sheldon Brown's web site and do some reading. There is a wealth of information here from the very basics about bikes to all sorts of technical/mechanical instructions. Read up on bike fit and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-12-22, 03:36 PM
Replies: 1,090
Views: 409,889
Posted By xaztec

It's possible someone messed with the axle...

It's possible someone messed with the axle spacing but the tire sits too far to the left (NDS) correct? There doesn't seem to be much space on the DS. If that's the case and it's relatively true,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-11-22, 08:59 AM
Replies: 1,090
Views: 409,889
Posted By xaztec

Flip the bike upside down and gently set it on...

Flip the bike upside down and gently set it on the seat and handlebars (you can put towels down to protect them from scratches or dirt). Loosen the rear wheel and make sure it's all the way down in...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-29-22, 12:57 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,275
Posted By xaztec

If you want a bike primarily for weight loss, go...

If you want a bike primarily for weight loss, go find an old '70's steel Schwinn. They're actually very comfortable to ride and also pretty cheap. Pedaling around 40-45 pounds of steel plus your...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-20-22, 06:34 PM
Replies: 1,090
Views: 409,889
Posted By xaztec

I have Salsa Bend Deluxe bars on my 790 but I’m...

I have Salsa Bend Deluxe bars on my 790 but I’m not fond of them. They’re ok, but I have surly moloko bars on my touring bike and have them wrapped with Brooks microfiber bar tape and I really like...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-04-22, 12:33 PM
Replies: 1,090
Views: 409,889
Posted By xaztec

theMotoMan...

theMotoMan (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/themotoman-110692.html), Looks like you put new wheels on it too. Those aren't original are they?
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-26-21, 02:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 960
Posted By xaztec

How about the big sprung Brooks saddles (B33,...

How about the big sprung Brooks saddles (B33, B190, B135, etc.)?
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
10-26-21, 02:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,597
Posted By xaztec

I have a few thoughts on this. My partner had...

I have a few thoughts on this. My partner had similar issues after a long hiatus from cycling. She's roughly 5'3".

I'm not sure a mountain bike was the best choice for a beginner. ...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-26-21, 11:21 AM
Replies: 1,090
Views: 409,889
Posted By xaztec

My 1992 Trek 790. I upgraded this quite a bit...

My 1992 Trek 790. I upgraded this quite a bit from stock. replaced the headset with a sealed cartridge bearing headset from Velo and a quill adapter so I could use threadless stems. Added a stem...
Forum: Framebuilders
12-11-20, 11:05 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,487
Posted By xaztec

MRV, COVID put the kibosh on painting with Doug...

MRV, COVID put the kibosh on painting with Doug as he's on the other side of Michigan. I haven't painted it yet. Thinking of just clearcoating it as is...at least for now. I'll see how things are...
Forum: Framebuilders
10-08-20, 12:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,487
Posted By xaztec

Assenmacher closed their Flint store which had...

Assenmacher closed their Flint store which had the paint shop. They've only got the Grand Blanc store now and not planning to do any painting. He does great frame work though. He's done all the...
Forum: Framebuilders
03-09-20, 12:17 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,487
Posted By xaztec

Frame Painting In Michigan

Anyone know of anyone who does frame painting in Michigan? Preferably around the Detroit area. I'm customizing/restoring a Schwinn Superior (it was my bike when I was a teenager). There are a...
Forum: For Sale
09-18-17, 02:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,339
Posted By xaztec

Hi, can you take a few more pics? Mainly of the...

Hi, can you take a few more pics? Mainly of the areas of damage. Are you sure this is a '77?

Thanks,
Forum: Want To Buy
09-18-17, 01:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,099
Posted By xaztec

I have a ton of spare parts but most are from old...

I have a ton of spare parts but most are from old Schwinn road bikes so may not do you much good for a gravel bike. Maybe a commuter if you're not worried about weight. :)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-18-17, 01:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,316
Posted By xaztec

I've been buying used bikes for a while off of...

I've been buying used bikes for a while off of Craigslist. I started out with some old Schwinns from the 60's and 70's. The old steel bikes. They're good quality though and, if they were well...
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-11-17, 06:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,796
Posted By xaztec

I was being facetious. They kind of look like...

I was being facetious. They kind of look like they belong in one of those redneck memes like the redneck jacuzzi that is a kiddie pool with an outboard motor attached to the side. Only because of...
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-06-17, 08:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,796
Posted By xaztec

The kitty litter pannier kits are pretty...

The kitty litter pannier kits are pretty interesting.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-17, 04:55 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 24,951
Posted By xaztec

I prefer PB Blaster to WD40. I think it...

I prefer PB Blaster to WD40. I think it penetrates better. I use it to coat the auger housing on my snow blower too. Keeps the snow from sticking. When I get a bike that's really greasy, I use...
Forum: Introductions
08-28-17, 11:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 458
Posted By xaztec

Right, I don't really need high-end. Actually,...

Right, I don't really need high-end. Actually, I'm pretty happy with my old-school Schwinn steel (Superior, Continental, Varsity, CrossFit and CrissCross).

I'm 240 lbs so not really interested...
Forum: Introductions
08-28-17, 06:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 458
Posted By xaztec

...well, indirectly helping the economy. Still...

...well, indirectly helping the economy. Still looking at used bikes. Can't justify spending $800 or more on a new bike for as often as I ride. I was checking out Cannondale's website the other...
Forum: Introductions
08-27-17, 08:58 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 458
Posted By xaztec

New Member from Detroit

Hi, recently joined from Detroit. Recently getting back in to biking after a rather long hiatus. So far I mostly have old Schwinns but starting to branch out and look at some other, newer...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-06-17, 01:50 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 2,440
Posted By xaztec

Schwinn Crossfit components vs. Diamondback Override

Hi, new member here. Just getting back into riding. I have a 1976 Schwinn Superior that has been sitting in my garage for 20 years after my cousin tore up the drive train. I started out with the...
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