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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-26-24, 05:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 566
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 677
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

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

Not sure if sarcasm, but usually that's the case.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 677
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

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

same here, but I like to fund it with previous projects.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 677
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 06:19 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 677
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 05:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 677
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 04:01 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 677
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 677
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 08:21 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 677
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.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 204
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 07:23 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 677
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 06:43 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 677
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 996
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 04:12 AM
Replies: 6,249
Views: 567,479
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...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 724
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

My 7.3 setup, works flowlessly. ...

My 7.3 setup, works flowlessly.
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 676
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 6,249
Views: 567,479
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 12:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 335
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 996
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!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 07:35 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 480
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 04:16 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,569
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 04:07 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,854
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

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

Why not go to the "shop" but in reverse?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-24, 04:21 AM
Replies: 6,249
Views: 567,479
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-24, 04:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 469
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-24, 04:18 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 903
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?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,726
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,726
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,726
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...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 05:37 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 317
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.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 475
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.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-02-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,223
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,461
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 😂
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-24, 04:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,461
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

pics or it just your sad imagination 😂

pics or it just your sad imagination 😂
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,461
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

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

No, but when she goes out shopping, she also buys $hit.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,461
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-12-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,076
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

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

People, it's always people. They cause most of the above.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 17,275
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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 04:22 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,343
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

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

looks like stolen bikes are the least of your worries.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,343
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.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-08-24, 06:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 936
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

When your joke is about 40 years too late 😂

When your joke is about 40 years too late 😂
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-06-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,343
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Didn't know THAT existed, however, for local...

Didn't know THAT existed, however, for local purchases, FB replaced Craigslist 10 fold.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-06-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,343
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Facebook Marketplace.

Facebook Marketplace.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-29-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,240
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Seconded MapMyRide . Seems like has plenty of...

Seconded MapMyRide . Seems like has plenty of useful features and ad free. One device for multiple bikes, keeps podcasts and takes occasional photos. Amazing technology these smart phones, I strongly...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 07:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 621
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Only a couple, but sending them off to bed to...

Only a couple, but sending them off to bed to stop bugging me was never an issue. I do realize all lives are different, perhaps OP lives in 1 bedroom apartment and has a dozen kids, like in those...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-29-24, 05:29 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,179
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

It barely rains once a year there, so you bought...

It barely rains once a year there, so you bought a brand new bike for that occasion with the funds you saved by ripping off food pantries?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-28-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 621
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

seems like needy kids, but I'm just suggesting...

seems like needy kids, but I'm just suggesting you stay up when they go to bed.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-28-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 621
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

I'm kinda confused on the whole "kids"...

I'm kinda confused on the whole "kids" thing...Why not work until it's time to go to bed at adult time and sleep till morning?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,005
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Being overweight and first time on a bike is...

Being overweight and first time on a bike is definitely source of your butt pain. Get a day of rest if it gets too bad and get on it again, should be much better within a week or two. This bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-23-24, 07:46 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,886
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

Sums it all up perfectly.

Sums it all up perfectly.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-24, 05:26 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,067
Posted By XxHaimBondxX

If you don't talk to them, how would you know you...

If you don't talk to them, how would you know you didn't just pass your soulmate?
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