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09-27-08, 11:07 AM
#3651
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Here's my moto fantom cross uno. Loving it. Still tweaking the setup...latest tweak was the new handlebars and brakes...
Here's my moto fantom cross uno. Loving it. Still tweaking the setup...latest tweak was the new handlebars and brakes...
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09-27-08, 11:12 AM
#3652
circus bear
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Nice fantom. Maybe tweak your rear rack to level?
sorry...inner neebish coming out.
sorry...inner neebish coming out.
09-27-08, 11:55 AM
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Yeah, already did that. Also cut the brake cables and crimped the ends. Had to mess with the rack to fit the rear brakes.
09-27-08, 04:52 PM
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]https://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zPZUA53SYF...h/IMG_0704.JPG
This is the remedy to my rear brake/rack struts problem. I'm hoping the solution won't rust but this is an interim solution until I can find something better or at least rust-proof. I found the little braces in my toolkit so I don't know what they're made of.
This is the remedy to my rear brake/rack struts problem. I'm hoping the solution won't rust but this is an interim solution until I can find something better or at least rust-proof. I found the little braces in my toolkit so I don't know what they're made of.
09-27-08, 08:52 PM
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new bike
Just picked this up today at the LBS. After going around 3 or 4 different shops 3 times each, I finally settled on the trek 7.2 fx, half for comfort, half for price. So far i really like it, not to mention that this is my first non-department store bike. HUGE DIFFERENCE. Anyway, I plan to do my 12 mile RT commute by the spring.
09-27-08, 09:10 PM
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not a role model
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]https://1.bp.blogspot.com/_zPZUA53SYF...h/IMG_0704.JPG
This is the remedy to my rear brake/rack struts problem. I'm hoping the solution won't rust but this is an interim solution until I can find something better or at least rust-proof. I found the little braces in my toolkit so I don't know what they're made of.
This is the remedy to my rear brake/rack struts problem. I'm hoping the solution won't rust but this is an interim solution until I can find something better or at least rust-proof. I found the little braces in my toolkit so I don't know what they're made of.
09-27-08, 10:05 PM
#3657
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Location: Wayne County, Michigan
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09-28-08, 01:00 AM
#3658
veggie commuter
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Just got a 2008 Bianchi Axis. I moved the rack and stuff from another bike so I need to fix the angle and install a computer still, but overall it's a fast, fun ride, at least compared to my old mountain bike.
I need to improve my hauling system. I like the flexibility of the reusable shopping bag cargo-netted to the rear, but my laptop is a little too big for it so I get this bulky arrangement with it sitting diagonally and clothes packed around it. Most days I don't have to haul a computer so I don't want to get too crazy with specialty bags.
I thought I wanted another flat bar bike but after riding this and a couple other cross bikes (sorry, I tried a CrossCheck but it just didn't feel good to me), I discovered the rotated hand position on top of the forward brakes really makes my ergonomic arm injury feel much better! I also had the LBS install another set of brakes up front like some of the other cross bikes have. I feel more stable using those most of the time.
That's one of our dogs, Walt, who sniffs and licks the tires when I get home.
I need to improve my hauling system. I like the flexibility of the reusable shopping bag cargo-netted to the rear, but my laptop is a little too big for it so I get this bulky arrangement with it sitting diagonally and clothes packed around it. Most days I don't have to haul a computer so I don't want to get too crazy with specialty bags.
I thought I wanted another flat bar bike but after riding this and a couple other cross bikes (sorry, I tried a CrossCheck but it just didn't feel good to me), I discovered the rotated hand position on top of the forward brakes really makes my ergonomic arm injury feel much better! I also had the LBS install another set of brakes up front like some of the other cross bikes have. I feel more stable using those most of the time.
That's one of our dogs, Walt, who sniffs and licks the tires when I get home.
09-28-08, 07:46 AM
#3659
Ha ha ha ha ha
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After being cleaned up by a motorbike last year on my giant whilst coming home, I replaced it with this. Lovely bike for the streets.
My marathons (700 x 28) will be back on soon as autumn and winter approaches.
My marathons (700 x 28) will be back on soon as autumn and winter approaches.
09-28-08, 03:46 PM
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Check it out:https://2.bp.blogspot.com/_zPZUA53SYF...h/IMG_0734.JPG
09-28-08, 11:26 PM
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Seafoamer, awesome bike.
Reminded me of this bike from Hiawatha Cyclery, on which they used a indexed bar-end shifter with a Problem Solvers Inline Travel Agent to control an Alfine hub. Here's the link to the flickr photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/hiawath...ry/2347659679/
Reminded me of this bike from Hiawatha Cyclery, on which they used a indexed bar-end shifter with a Problem Solvers Inline Travel Agent to control an Alfine hub. Here's the link to the flickr photos: https://www.flickr.com/photos/hiawath...ry/2347659679/
09-29-08, 03:36 AM
#3663
Zoom zoom zoom zoom bonk
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Nishiki SL1
Got this in Sweden a few weeks ago.
Alloy frame, coaster brake, reflective tires, fenders as standard.
Kitted with reelights.
Alloy frame, coaster brake, reflective tires, fenders as standard.
Kitted with reelights.
09-29-08, 06:34 AM
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Since I had to take a pic for the Fred contest...
I hope my frediance doesn't overshadow the Fuji!
I hope my frediance doesn't overshadow the Fuji!
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09-29-08, 07:15 AM
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Giant FCR2
Picked this one up about 2 weeks ago, to replace my Giant Sedona MB that had been my commuter...
as you can see, clifford still keeps an eye on my ride while I work...Nashbar rack, Transit panniers, Ascent rack bag...
as you can see, clifford still keeps an eye on my ride while I work...Nashbar rack, Transit panniers, Ascent rack bag...
09-29-08, 09:36 AM
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just out of curiosity, what rear derailleur is that? I don't see the cable loop, never seen one like that.
09-29-08, 09:55 AM
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@kenl666 if you are talking about mine, it's just hidden under the pannier bag... I just have stock equipment on the FCR2...
09-30-08, 08:44 AM
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Didn't make it
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It's a brooks rail bag called the"adventurer". Just enough room for a tube, 2 tire levers and a patch kit. I got it so I would have clearance for my seatpost light...and look good.
09-30-08, 03:21 PM
#3675
always rides with luggage
Can I get one of those mailed to me (or maybe with an order or something)?
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2006 Trek SU100, 2009 Motobecane Fantom CX, 2011 Motobecane Fantom Cross Uno, and a Bakfiets
Previously: 2000 Trek 4500 (2000-2003), 2003 Novara Randonee (2003-2006), 2003 Giant Rainier (2003-2008), 2005 Xootr Swift (2005-2007), 2007 Nashbar 1x9 (2007-2011), 2011 Windsor Shetland (2011-2014), 2008 Citizen Folder (2015)
Non-Bike hardware: MX Linux / BunsenLabs Linux / Raspbian / Mac OS 10.6 / Android 7
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2006 Trek SU100, 2009 Motobecane Fantom CX, 2011 Motobecane Fantom Cross Uno, and a Bakfiets
Previously: 2000 Trek 4500 (2000-2003), 2003 Novara Randonee (2003-2006), 2003 Giant Rainier (2003-2008), 2005 Xootr Swift (2005-2007), 2007 Nashbar 1x9 (2007-2011), 2011 Windsor Shetland (2011-2014), 2008 Citizen Folder (2015)
Non-Bike hardware: MX Linux / BunsenLabs Linux / Raspbian / Mac OS 10.6 / Android 7