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04-28-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 180
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Head on collision - no. Dogs with or without...

Head on collision - no. Dogs with or without leash, as well as their careless owners - YES.

I do try to avoid MUPs lately and ride on the road, so I head out at break of dawn.
04-28-24, 03:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 104
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

That was my thought, so I didn't bother testing...

That was my thought, so I didn't bother testing prior prior to transplant. Sorry for fuzzy Pic, my phone is experiencing cracked lens and currently help up by scotch tape. I stole one from the webs....
04-28-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 104
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Cantilever brakes replaced with v-brakes

"Borrowed" tektro v-brakes from 08 Specialized Tricross parts bike that had 3x9 Tiagra groupset and transplanted them into '12 Orbea Terra with 105 groupset. I should've tested each first before the...
04-27-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 572,749
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I'm always tempted to treat myself to a whopper...

I'm always tempted to treat myself to a whopper during my rides, however, I'm positive I won't be able to make it back. 😂
04-27-24, 02:18 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

exactly where we started this fascinating excange.

exactly where we started this fascinating excange.
04-27-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Not on the beach

Not on the beach
04-27-24, 11:01 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Well it's a bit different with sand because it...

Well it's a bit different with sand because it got inside and effin everywhere.
04-27-24, 07:03 AM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 572,749
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Cracked 30 miles this chilly morning. Used oem...

Cracked 30 miles this chilly morning. Used oem specialized saddle instead of Brooks, so naturally butt hurts a bit.
04-27-24, 07:00 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Need some better rain gear if water gets inside.

Need some better rain gear if water gets inside.
04-27-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Could've been one of those Jeep or truck things.

Could've been one of those Jeep or truck things.
04-26-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

One thing for certain, I'm not buying a used CX...

One thing for certain, I'm not buying a used CX or gravel bike again. Effing dirt everywhere.
04-26-24, 05:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 626
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I run 38 mm gravelkings on mine, with a fender...

I run 38 mm gravelkings on mine, with a fender and its fine.
04-25-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Not sure if sarcasm, but usually that's the case.

Not sure if sarcasm, but usually that's the case.
04-25-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

same here, but I like to fund it with previous...

same here, but I like to fund it with previous projects.
04-25-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Oh no, I can't imagine having multiple items just...

Oh no, I can't imagine having multiple items just sitting there when they could be bringing me cash for future projects. I like to keep it simple, one car, one wife, one-ish bike. But Terra with...
04-25-24, 06:19 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

eventually I'll try going wider than 35 mm....

eventually I'll try going wider than 35 mm. Currently, my go to bike is Trek FX 7.3 with GravelKing SS+ 38 mm, but it's pretty heavy, especially yanking it in/out of the trunk. This Orbea is...
04-25-24, 05:58 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Found this on Canyon website, which sort of...

Found this on Canyon website, which sort of confirms my assumption:

Before the gravel bike boom, CX bikes were the do-it-all bike and perfectly capable of handling gravel riding. However, you may...
04-25-24, 04:01 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

well not exactly, I bought it to flip. However if...

well not exactly, I bought it to flip. However if it does everything Roubaix can do, plus more, then I may keep it and sell Roubaix instead.
04-24-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I am basically trying to gauge the difference...

I am basically trying to gauge the difference between these 3 types, other than tire width. Also, I'm not asking about current bikes, since mine are at least decade old. Back then, Terras were sold...
04-24-24, 08:21 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Thanks for replying. Roubaix is 2012, which is...

Thanks for replying. Roubaix is 2012, which is before they went wide. The stem is also flipped up, which I assumed what "4-position stem" means in specs, although, I can only count 2 positions.
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04-24-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 244
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Gravel Kings SS+ are pretty much good all around...

Gravel Kings SS+ are pretty much good all around tire with great puncture protection.
04-24-24, 07:23 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Definitely don't have much experience in high end...

Definitely don't have much experience in high end bikes, just airing my thoughts. Sorry if I offended.
04-24-24, 06:43 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,283
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Endurance vs gravel vs Cyclocross geometry

Roads and MUPs are pretty bad here, so I'd like to replace Roubaix with wider than 25mm tires. Picked up Orbea Terra yesterday designed for cyclocross, however, after flipping the stem and raising...
04-24-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,059
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Just tested C17 Brooks yesterday and it felt...

Just tested C17 Brooks yesterday and it felt great! Amazing how thin hard plastic could be comfortable, but it didn't even feel like I was sitting.
04-24-24, 04:12 AM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 572,749
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Did a quick 18 mile ride yesterday to test my...

Did a quick 18 mile ride yesterday to test my Brooks C17 saddle and what a weird feeling. No padding, hard plastic, yet I didn't even feel the seat underneath. Seems like it also helped with back and...
04-23-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 841
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

My 7.3 setup, works flowlessly. ...

My 7.3 setup, works flowlessly.
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04-22-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 889
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I probably would just swapped to grippier tires...

I probably would just swapped to grippier tires on that bad boy, like Gravel King SS+ and call it a day.
04-20-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 572,749
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Almost made 30 miles, but oh boy my butt was...

Almost made 30 miles, but oh boy my butt was hurting the last 10. Ordered a couple of Brooks saddles, hoping they live up to the hype.
04-18-24, 12:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 351
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Don't these things usually come with a couple of...

Don't these things usually come with a couple of mounts? Post a link of the rack and light combo if you can't post pics.
04-18-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,059
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Dang it guys you made me order Brooks B17. At...

Dang it guys you made me order Brooks B17. At $150 it's 3x more than I paid for the bike!
04-18-24, 07:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 498
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Remove from the handlebar to separate twisting...

Remove from the handlebar to separate twisting piece. There is a metal or plastic spring inside, so be mindful of it and don't lose it. Looks broken though, so not sure if it can be used.
04-11-24, 04:16 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,683
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I may need a checklist since I keep forgetting...

I may need a checklist since I keep forgetting things, especially when switching from bike to bike. The last ride I only forgot headphones, however, wasn't too bored.
04-11-24, 04:07 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,920
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Why not go to the "shop" but in reverse?

Why not go to the "shop" but in reverse?
04-10-24, 04:21 AM
Replies: 6,270
Views: 572,749
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Finally, a ride outside!!! Left work early and...

Finally, a ride outside!!! Left work early and did 20 gravel miles. Wasn't too bad, but had to ice my knees.
04-09-24, 04:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 482
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

FB marketplace is the cheapest /fastest, but...

FB marketplace is the cheapest /fastest, but you'll need patience. Lot's of "Is this available?" ghosts.
04-09-24, 04:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 922
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Hold his ID or at least a phone. How nice of a...

Hold his ID or at least a phone. How nice of a bike we're talking about?
04-03-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,810
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I'm probably not the only one who thanked higher...

I'm probably not the only one who thanked higher powers that you are childless.
04-03-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,810
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

They can't download anything without your...

They can't download anything without your permission and passcode. However, your daughter can just hand you the phone once she's home or something, your house your rules.
04-03-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,810
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Just recently a kid was kidnapped riding inside a...

Just recently a kid was kidnapped riding inside a "safe" rural camp site. Getting your kid a cheap android phone with $10 data plan that you can track would solve most of your issues, including a...
04-02-24, 05:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 323
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Brakes are soft because cables are loose,...

Brakes are soft because cables are loose, especially the rear one. Tires look alright, like new. Bike stored inside, I'm sure rubber is still soft. I wouldn't bother for casual neighborhood riding.
04-02-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 478
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I build a fat bike with 1000w front wheel motor....

I build a fat bike with 1000w front wheel motor. It didn't cause any traction issues, but was heavy and uncomfortable to maneuver at slow speeds.
04-02-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,261
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

This! It's not 2020, nobody needs junk bikes....

This! It's not 2020, nobody needs junk bikes. Mowers, chain saws, snowblowers people need all the time. My next door neighbor had no job for the past 15 years and does exactly that. If I had small...
03-30-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,574
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I knew it, your idea of hot date is kebab hot...

I knew it, your idea of hot date is kebab hot sauce 😂
03-29-24, 04:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,574
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

pics or it just your sad imagination 😂

pics or it just your sad imagination 😂
03-27-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,574
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

No, but when she goes out shopping, she also buys...

No, but when she goes out shopping, she also buys $hit.
03-27-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,574
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

My wife will be home in about 20 minutes, I am...

My wife will be home in about 20 minutes, I am trying really hard not to fix myself ANOTHER sandwich.
03-12-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,150
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

People, it's always people. They cause most of...

People, it's always people. They cause most of the above.
03-09-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 17,320
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

First bike I ever bought in US. I was a poor teen...

First bike I ever bought in US. I was a poor teen immigrant, but had some job income, so I bought the best bike they had at K-Mart. Couple of months later it was stolen outside my parents house on...
03-09-24, 04:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,388
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

looks like stolen bikes are the least of your...

looks like stolen bikes are the least of your worries.
03-09-24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,388
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Well, it's not the worst of it, you don't even...

Well, it's not the worst of it, you don't even want to know what's going on Snapchat or Insta.
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