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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-19-12, 09:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,000
Posted By kmancrx

Try a mini V brake up front if you want some good...

Try a mini V brake up front if you want some good braking power.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-13-12, 01:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,992
Posted By kmancrx

Since it looks like it has a quill stem, get one...

Since it looks like it has a quill stem, get one of those quill stem adapters from Nashbar for $15 Then you can put threadless stem and virtually any bar you want on the bike. Have fun. Let us know...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-13-12, 06:55 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,499
Posted By kmancrx

A bunch of companies offer 105 equipped aluminum...

A bunch of companies offer 105 equipped aluminum bikes with 105 for under 2k. Infact you may be able to have enough left over for a extra tires, pedals and the like.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-13-12, 06:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,690
Posted By kmancrx

Try this. http://threepeaksusa.com/ I...

Try this.

http://threepeaksusa.com/

I am planning on doing it. Looks like hell.
Forum: Cyclocross Racing
06-06-12, 12:55 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,164
Posted By kmancrx

I was definitely sad when February rolled around...

I was definitely sad when February rolled around and cross racing was over here in NC. Short track MTB was kinda fun but not quite the same.

The MTB season has started but I don't enjoy racing...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-06-12, 10:48 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,477
Posted By kmancrx

Redline Conquest Team-Last years purchase (used)...

Redline Conquest Team-Last years purchase (used) campy 10spd with velocity deep V
Origin 8 CX700 with disc brakes set up in Single Speed as my pit bike and so I can suffer for an additional 30...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-07-11, 05:31 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 18,924
Posted By kmancrx

This thread is great keep posting your junkers....

This thread is great keep posting your junkers. Love em! :thumb:
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-01-11, 09:27 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 18,924
Posted By kmancrx

I have the Origin 8 as well. I have it set up as...

I have the Origin 8 as well. I have it set up as a SS with BB5 discs. Fat 2.1 up front with a 35cc in the back right now. It is doing dual duty as a commuter with a rack. I am going to enter it in...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-31-11, 10:11 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 724
Posted By kmancrx

Picked up two this weekend.

Picked up two this weekend.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-26-11, 07:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 724
Posted By kmancrx

I have one near my house. I love HF. I will have...

I have one near my house. I love HF. I will have to see if they have them in stock.

"Guess what?! I got a fever, and the only prescription is more cowbell!"
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-28-11, 11:24 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 34,712
Posted By kmancrx

So in order to go with disc wheels are the...

So in order to go with disc wheels are the Bontragers and Vueltas the only cost effective options given the new frames are spaced 130mm?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-27-11, 11:29 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 34,712
Posted By kmancrx

Did you get them with 130mm rear spacing with...

Did you get them with 130mm rear spacing with disc brake adapters? If so which hubs?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-26-11, 03:38 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 34,712
Posted By kmancrx

Thinking about getting one of these and building...

Thinking about getting one of these and building it up as a singlespeed for now. I already have a geared cross bike. I have some BB5s and a square taper crank that has a 39T chainring sitting in the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-18-10, 08:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,853
Posted By kmancrx

That's what I figured. I am just trying to get...

That's what I figured. I am just trying to get rid of it and put the money into other bike parts, and clear out some space in the garage. Cranks are Altus as are the rest of the components. I updated...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
12-18-10, 08:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,853
Posted By kmancrx

Rigid Jamis Durango 7sp What's it worth?

Steel.

Shifts well. Updated rear derailleur. Updated shifters.

Any thoughts?
http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o285/kmancrx/IMG_20101218_210440.jpg...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-18-10, 08:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,359
Posted By kmancrx

I saw that it has cups that are pressed in. It is...

I saw that it has cups that are pressed in. It is a 1 1/8 headset. The reason I am going threadless is because I want to update the fork. The suspension is an old junk post modern fork that has...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-17-10, 10:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,359
Posted By kmancrx

Possibly this one? ...

Possibly this one?
http://www.pricepoint.com/detail/18953-205_FSADL9-3-Parts-63-Headsets/FSA-Orbit-DL-Headset.htm
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-17-10, 09:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,359
Posted By kmancrx

What threadless headset will work with this frame.

I have a Gary Fisher Mamba frame that I am going to do some updates to such as replacing the seized front fork. The frame originally had a threaded headset. I would like to convert it to threadless....
Forum: Triathlon
08-30-10, 06:56 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 67,362
Posted By kmancrx

You are probably pretty close. I think...

You are probably pretty close. I think Competitive Cyclist has an option for tri bike fit if I remember correctly
Forum: Road Cycling
08-18-10, 11:44 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,880
Posted By kmancrx

Here is what "share the road" means in...

Here is what "share the road" means in Winston-Salem. We have had 2 deaths in the past month. These posts were taken from the Winston-Salem journal online site. They did an article last weekend and...
Forum: Triathlon
06-20-10, 01:00 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 67,362
Posted By kmancrx

156135 My budget tri build. My old leader...

156135

My budget tri build.
My old leader road bike frame too small as a road bike $170
Fork from my Giant OCR 3 roadbike ? price
Used Alex 260 a-class rims with shimano 9sp cassette $50...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-10, 03:48 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,805
Posted By kmancrx

1+ on the Saddle Vader. I put it on my commuter...

1+ on the Saddle Vader. I put it on my commuter and I have about 150 miles on it so far. I really like it. I am considering putting it on my road bike.
Forum: Commuting
04-21-10, 06:25 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,384,772
Posted By kmancrx

147359Here is mine. Trek Multitrack. It was a...

147359Here is mine. Trek Multitrack. It was a hybrid with riser bars and stem, box wheels and v-brakes.

New/different parts include:

old sora shifters 8sp
new tektro cyclocross brakes
Alex...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-06-10, 06:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 941
Posted By kmancrx

I was about 25 mi into a 40 mi group ride and one...

I was about 25 mi into a 40 mi group ride and one of the bolt on my derailleur cog snapped. I attempted to make the bike into a single speed with my chain tool, but that cracked as well. Luckily...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-09, 02:18 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,436
Posted By kmancrx

Did anyone read the last line of the post? ...

Did anyone read the last line of the post?

"ps- i cant ship this bike. winning bidder must put the $100 in an envelope and leave it in the deserted Albertson's parking lot under a rock. the bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-09, 05:32 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,418,060
Posted By kmancrx

Thanks man. I like the bike. I got the frame on...

Thanks man. I like the bike. I got the frame on clearance for 210 shipped. I have slowly been upgrading components. Could maybe have used a 52cm instead of the 50cm but it works nicely. It's what I...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-20-09, 03:07 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,418,060
Posted By kmancrx

Sorry the pic is with a cell phone. Just upgraded...

Sorry the pic is with a cell phone. Just upgraded to Tiagra 9sp and got the wheels for Christmas.http://img176.imageshack.us/img176/6333/0120091501xe7.jpg (http://imageshack.us)...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-15-08, 05:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 341
Posted By kmancrx

well I got it adjusted a bit better so that it is...

well I got it adjusted a bit better so that it is only misses the upshift to the big cog sometimes and then I have to crank the brifter over just a bit to hit the big cog. The real reason I wanted to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-15-08, 04:30 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 341
Posted By kmancrx

Shimano 105 front Derailleur compatability question

Will a 105 triple front work with an 8spd 26-11T Cassette? Right now I have a Sora triple front and it is garbage even when tuned. It misses shifts at times. I have dropped the chain several times....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-08, 12:43 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,045
Posted By kmancrx

I have an inch of saddle to bar drop. The bike...

I have an inch of saddle to bar drop. The bike shop did not cut the steer tube down all the way because they wanted me to get used to the bike and see where I wanted it. I had back pain on the old...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-08, 07:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,045
Posted By kmancrx

Like I said I still have a bit of discomfort but...

Like I said I still have a bit of discomfort but it is a much improved.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-08, 07:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,045
Posted By kmancrx

Here are the references to the article. The...

Here are the references to the article. The 30-70% was all forms of cycling, rec MTB and sport (as the brits called it) Yes I was a more "casual" rider. I seriously doubt all of the BF gurus in their...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-08, 07:17 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,045
Posted By kmancrx

Like a flounder I am flopping. Hopefully someone...

Like a flounder I am flopping. Hopefully someone will put a spear through my head and put me out of my mysery. That would make Mr. PatentCAD so happy.

Let the flames begin...did I call it or what?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-08, 07:09 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,045
Posted By kmancrx

Why don't you tell me what it's worth maybe by...

Why don't you tell me what it's worth maybe by explaining who Doc Ray is?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-08, 07:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,045
Posted By kmancrx

By the way you do get the Doc Ray Verbosity...

By the way you do get the Doc Ray Verbosity Citation of Merit.[/QUOTE]

Do I take that as a compliment?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-08, 07:02 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,045
Posted By kmancrx

I agree with you that the "grundle" pressure was...

I agree with you that the "grundle" pressure was a problem for me. Which hindered me from being able to rotate my pelvis forward and achieve a straighter lower back. I do not have an anatomic cutout...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-08, 06:40 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,045
Posted By kmancrx

Thanks I think it was a pretty good study....

Thanks

I think it was a pretty good study. There is money in sports medicine. Keeping athletes healthy and allowing them to perform better is lucrative--more so for cash cows like basketball and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-08, 06:30 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,045
Posted By kmancrx

Sorry "cool" looking bike it is not. Anonymous...

Sorry "cool" looking bike it is not. Anonymous internet roadies would throw me to the lions
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-08, 06:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,045
Posted By kmancrx

http://radiographics.rsnajnls.org/content/vol27/is...

http://radiographics.rsnajnls.org/content/vol27/issue2/images/large/g07ma25c24c.jpeg

And it will eliminate them from the gene pool. Social evolution at its best. Let hope it's glioblastoma...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-08, 06:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,045
Posted By kmancrx

http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o285/kmancrx/bi...

http://i123.photobucket.com/albums/o285/kmancrx/bikearticle1.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-08, 06:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,045
Posted By kmancrx

You are correct you do put a bit more pressure on...

You are correct you do put a bit more pressure on your hands and shoulders. I had no shoulder pain. I think b/c when my back was in such pain I would hunch over and extend-lock my arms.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-07-08, 05:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,045
Posted By kmancrx

Low Back Pain about 70% better. Real evidence with Radomized controlled trial

Let me just start out that I know this topic has been beaten to death here on the road forums. I have searched a bunch. I am aware that many people have different opinions on what you should do about...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-08, 07:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 732
Posted By kmancrx

Hey man thanks for the info. It will be a slow...

Hey man thanks for the info. It will be a slow build. Right now I am just trying to figure out how much it will cost in components? Hoping to try and get it done for under 150 or so.

What about...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-08, 04:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 732
Posted By kmancrx

ocr 3 to commuter project. Are these parts compatible?

I have a giant OCR 3 frame that I want to turn into a commuter. I will probably use the sora derailleur set and no name brakes that came with it. I will probably use a 700 x 28 tire. I want to make...
Forum: Commuting
08-24-08, 09:00 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 338
Posted By kmancrx

ocr 3 to commuter project

I have a giant OCR 3 frame that I want to turn into a commuter. I will probably use the sora derailleur set and no name brakes that came with it. I will probably use a 700 x 28 tire. I want to make...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-08, 01:45 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 316
Posted By kmancrx

sans fork, with headset

sans fork, with headset
Forum: Road Cycling
08-23-08, 10:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 316
Posted By kmancrx

OCR used frame What do you think it is worth?

I am thinking of selling my used 06 Giant OCR frame that was too big for me (headset included). What do you think I can get for it? It has about 700-1000 miles on it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-08, 08:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,237
Posted By kmancrx

my frame specifies that it needs the IS cane...

my frame specifies that it needs the IS cane creek type. Why do you think I should leave the fork on the ocr. The fork is fine. Would this be the right headset to buy?
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-08, 08:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,237
Posted By kmancrx

Sounds like something that I may need to have a...

Sounds like something that I may need to have a shop do for me. If I were to get a new headset how difficult is that to install?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-08, 08:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,237
Posted By kmancrx

Cane Creek Aheadset removal

I will be transferring everything over to a new frame that uses an integrated headset. My current giant OCR3 has a Cane Creek FSA integrated headset. I pulled the fork off but I cant figure out what...
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