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Forum: Fatbikes
01-04-24, 05:23 PM
Replies: 329
Views: 78,762
Posted By thorstein

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Forum: Fatbikes
06-01-23, 10:19 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,340
Posted By thorstein

26" x 80mm rims I hate to wear down the...

26" x 80mm rims

I hate to wear down the stock Surly Nate tires on pavement especially when I don't need big knobs for summer riding.
Forum: Fatbikes
05-30-23, 07:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,340
Posted By thorstein

Wow! Seems like Jumbo Jim's are popular! How...

Wow! Seems like Jumbo Jim's are popular!

How do they do in snow? Are they a good all season tire?
05-06-23, 01:26 PM
Replies: 1,899
Views: 99,970
Posted By thorstein

mob rules

The picture in my head has them wielding pitchforks & other assorted lawn tools
05-06-23, 01:24 PM
Replies: 1,899
Views: 99,970
Posted By thorstein

The henchfolk should definitely be ordered to do...

The henchfolk should definitely be ordered to do laps in front of AMCO's garage on Huffy's hung with SunTour components or Colnagos hung with Huffy detritus. Either I think, would cause much...
Forum: Fatbikes
04-27-23, 08:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,720
Posted By thorstein

a few modifications

Found a good deal on a used Brooks B17 - works great on the Wednesday! Also got a nicely priced 29+ wheelset for summer riding.
...
Forum: Fatbikes
04-12-23, 09:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,720
Posted By thorstein

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04-08-23, 08:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 583
Posted By thorstein

Such a cool looking frame! I really enjoy mine,...

Such a cool looking frame! I really enjoy mine, even if my steel rims make the ride a bit stiff.

Enjoy!
Forum: Fatbikes
04-04-23, 09:15 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,720
Posted By thorstein

Nice! I'm looking forward to getting some of that...

Nice! I'm looking forward to getting some of that kind of riding too! Still a bunch of snow here & it's been raining a lot the past few days.

I need to pull the trigger on some fenders though.
Forum: Fatbikes
04-04-23, 09:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,340
Posted By thorstein

Summer tires 3.8"

I'm looking for summer tire suggestions. I've currently got Surly Nates, but they have big lugs that I don't need for summer riding

Ideally they would be something like Maxxis DTH tires. I like to...
Forum: Fatbikes
04-03-23, 04:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,720
Posted By thorstein

No much to add, but I found a screaming deal on...

No much to add, but I found a screaming deal on some Jones loop bars, so I added those. Pedals are old Shimano pd-mx15 which are working great! The rest is stock.

I'm itching to get some SunTour...
Forum: Fatbikes
03-05-23, 09:56 PM
Replies: 329
Views: 78,762
Posted By thorstein

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Forum: Fatbikes
02-27-23, 01:17 PM
Replies: 19
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Views: 1,423
Posted By thorstein

Another thing to keep in mind with studs is that...

Another thing to keep in mind with studs is that if there is a light snow over ice, the studs may not be able to reach the ice through the snow & then you're really no better than non-studded tires....
Forum: Fatbikes
02-08-23, 02:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,978
Posted By thorstein

For sure it is! Any updates on how the Ascend is...

For sure it is! Any updates on how the Ascend is going?

I also wonder how the Ascend would compare to the Framed Minnesota as they're both at about the same price-point, although I don't think the...
Forum: Fatbikes
02-08-23, 10:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,720
Posted By thorstein

This is my first fatbike, but I've ridden before....

This is my first fatbike, but I've ridden before. I can't wait to get a bunch of miles on it to see how I want to go with racks, bags, bars, etc.!
Forum: Fatbikes
02-07-23, 09:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,720
Posted By thorstein

New Bike Day!

I guess I beat everyone to the punch! I only had time to pick it up, so tomorrow, Wednesday, will appropriately be first ride day.
Here it is: my stock 2022 Wednesday.
...
Forum: Fatbikes
02-06-23, 03:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,720
Posted By thorstein

Surly Wednesday Show & Tell

I'm getting a 2020 Surly Wednesday medium (or a 2022 if the sale falls through). In anticipation of possible changes I'd like to make, post your Wednesday!

I'm especially interested in alternate...
Forum: Fatbikes
02-03-23, 06:14 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,216
Posted By thorstein

pulled the trigger

I've got a Wednesday on order & being built up now. A basic fitting is included, but I went with the medium. I'll start a new thread once I pick it up. Exciting!
Forum: Fatbikes
01-27-23, 06:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,216
Posted By thorstein

Thanks for the suggestion, I had looked at the...

Thanks for the suggestion, I had looked at the Framed MN, but really it comes more down to aesthetics. The Framed also seems to be more limited as far as upgrades & especially bottle bosses, etc.
...
Forum: Fatbikes
01-27-23, 05:06 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,216
Posted By thorstein

That's too bad. The Wednesday is really the only...

That's too bad. The Wednesday is really the only bike I've seen that's steel & in that price range. Aluminum & carbon don't really appeal much to me.
Forum: Fatbikes
01-27-23, 01:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,216
Posted By thorstein

Thanks for the response! Seems like the medium...

Thanks for the response! Seems like the medium will be my best bet. Now the challenge is finding one in stock (used would be great too) in the Twin Cities. Doesn't seem like people sell them once...
Forum: Fatbikes
01-25-23, 01:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,216
Posted By thorstein

I know this is an older thread, but, Kapusta, I'd...

I know this is an older thread, but, Kapusta, I'd like to know the specific measurements you used to decide small was a good fit for you. I'm also about 5'10" & looking into a Surly Wednesday, but I...
11-19-22, 09:17 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 7,761
Posted By thorstein

'84 Stumpjumper Sport ...

'84 Stumpjumper Sport


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10-31-22, 03:49 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 122,367
Posted By thorstein

FD replaced Mk-II

I finally got the Cyclone Mk-II installed & it works great - nice & smooth. I slight twitch has developed in my right eye, but I'm sure that will go away after a bit (or when I can find a gen 1...
10-24-22, 07:53 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 122,367
Posted By thorstein

I think I recall his liking for it as well....

I think I recall his liking for it as well. Hopefully I can get over not having a matching FD, but I think I'll end up at least coordinating the Cyclone theme. The Mountech is slated to be mounted on...
10-23-22, 08:29 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 122,367
Posted By thorstein

The top one has a clamp, but it is the, not sure...

The top one has a clamp, but it is the, not sure about correct terminology here, compression strap type not the hinged arm type.
10-23-22, 06:33 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 122,367
Posted By thorstein

fd done

My front derailer bit it today.

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(Post) fatigued Cyclone hinge....
10-09-22, 08:57 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 122,367
Posted By thorstein

Your name isn't Drew by any chance? 😂

Your name isn't Drew by any chance? 😂
08-23-22, 11:53 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 3,150
Posted By thorstein

I usually have coffee before a ride and rarely...

I usually have coffee before a ride and rarely after. I don't often stop while on a ride, but I should probably plan better routes!

Coffee press is my go to. I'll give the Kalita pour over or moka...
08-20-22, 10:18 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 841
Posted By thorstein

I'd give Express Bike Shop a try. Just off...

I'd give Express Bike Shop a try. Just off Lexington on Selby. By far my favorite shop in the Cities.

They had spacers when I went in there this spring.
06-03-22, 09:13 AM
Replies: 230
Views: 30,610
Posted By thorstein

Any updates on this bike? Have you been able to...

Any updates on this bike? Have you been able to use it for its custom purpose? I enjoyed following the progress and seeing all the modifications.
05-31-22, 08:44 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,604
Posted By thorstein

I've had folding 1 1/4" Pasela PTs for the past...

I've had folding 1 1/4" Pasela PTs for the past 2-3 years and put 2,000+ miles on with no problems. The urban routes I ride have glass shards once in a while & other such hazards, but I've yet to...
04-15-22, 08:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,514
Posted By thorstein

I second the DTH suggestion. 2.1"s fit on my '84...

I second the DTH suggestion. 2.1"s fit on my '84 Stumpjumper. I've had them on for the past three years. Gravel roads, wooded single track, & paved surfaces are all handled well with them. I...
04-03-22, 09:13 PM
Replies: 434
Views: 56,115
Posted By thorstein

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It's currently wet & cold here, so I'm doing a little maintenance...
03-07-22, 05:55 PM
Replies: 9,028
Views: 3,099,699
Posted By thorstein

Post a pick when it's in portage mode!

Post a pick when it's in portage mode!
01-12-22, 06:34 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,664
Posted By thorstein

I've got 1 1/4" Paselas on my '89 Voyageur with...

I've got 1 1/4" Paselas on my '89 Voyageur with fenders. It would fit wider without, but probably not with the fenders.
01-09-22, 09:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,170
Posted By thorstein

I'd go with Maxxis DTH unless you plan to be...

I'd go with Maxxis DTH unless you plan to be riding in mud. I've done a bunch of single track & had no problem, but I'm not an agressive rider either.

They've been great pavement/gravel/trail...
12-14-21, 08:34 PM
Replies: 2,804
Views: 1,120,062
Posted By thorstein

Nice! I aspire to a trip like that & I want to...

Nice! I aspire to a trip like that & I want to visit Banff some day! Also, I'm a little envious of the Expedition!

Are you doing a solo trip‽
11-11-21, 08:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,831
Posted By thorstein

Another option would be the lowsaddle longflap....

Another option would be the lowsaddle longflap. It's 15L vs 11L for the Pendle. I've had it a couple years & really like it. I've fit a laptop & lunch in it without extending the longflap Also, a...
10-30-21, 08:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,170
Posted By thorstein

What year is yours? My son has a '90 or '91...

What year is yours?

My son has a '90 or '91 High Plains that still has a level top tube. We fit 2.25" WTB knobbies on it, but the clearance was so close he wore some paint off the chains stays...
10-25-21, 02:46 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 122,367
Posted By thorstein

I believe it's a reference to the weight of the...

I believe it's a reference to the weight of the model.
10-10-21, 07:42 PM
Replies: 1,186
Views: 392,606
Posted By thorstein

1984 Stumpjumper Sport

This came to me pretty much stock except for the saddle. I replaced the Mountech rd after the upper pulley seized on me (I did clean it up & get it working, but figured it was a ticking time bomb). I...
10-07-21, 10:43 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,698,545
Posted By thorstein

Interesting! Mine is an original XC body that...

Interesting! Mine is an original XC body that hasn't given me any trouble even after repairing the broken off b-stop tab. I'm on the lookout for derailer bodies that could be subbed in when it...
10-06-21, 07:10 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,698,545
Posted By thorstein

Love those SunTour 3 pulley derailers! Which one...

Love those SunTour 3 pulley derailers! Which one is it? I can't quite tell from the pic.
09-27-21, 06:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,161
Posted By thorstein

There's a 15T cog on my '69 Twenty that does...

There's a 15T cog on my '69 Twenty that does pretty well most of the time. The only time I want a larger cog is going up the 7% grade hill on my way home from work.
I agree with rhenning though, 2nd...
09-27-21, 06:14 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,698,545
Posted By thorstein

Looks great! Are those tires Panaracer Paselas?...

Looks great! Are those tires Panaracer Paselas? I'd love to hear a report on how they do. I've got 2.1" Maxxis DTHs on my '84 Stumpjumper Sport & I like them a lot, but I'm thinking I could go a...
09-09-21, 04:49 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,306
Posted By thorstein

I'll bet you're right about starting with a flat...

I'll bet you're right about starting with a flat surface & tightening the bolt flush. I guess that wasy hope with adding the JB Weld - more surface area to spread out the perpendicular force on the...
09-09-21, 05:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,306
Posted By thorstein

The bolt clears the hanger, but it does look...

The bolt clears the hanger, but it does look awfully close. I measured beforehand, & in the last picture of my previous post, the derailer is mounted. It was shifting cleanly through all the gears,...
09-08-21, 08:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,306
Posted By thorstein

How long is it good for?

I just finished adding JB Weld to hopefully support the bolt. I'll hopefully remember to post updates on how the repair holds up.
...
09-06-21, 01:59 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,306
Posted By thorstein

screwed

I drilled & tapped the body for a 4mm bolt. It went pretty smoothly even if the bolt didn't end up completely square. I'm thinking I'll build up behind the bolt head with J B Weld - can't hurt &...
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