Biking

Originally posted by rurchaan i don't know how to ride a bike, never had a bike, know nothing bout bikes but I'm gonna post real useless stuff here... btw what was the bike in batman?

Dude...are you kidding me? Can we get a block on this account? Account name looks oddly close to another account here that likes to SPAM shit and get his daily 5 in under 5. *Other account I am talking about is rurchan* http://trusnow.com/profile.asp?PF=313579

I HATE losing write ups. 

Yeah Shooey, I really dislike BOTH of his accounts..

Anyways....

Yeah, that front fork is an aftermarket piece. Also, keep in mind my next comments are not to bum you out, or discourage you from fixing it up or anything. Just my thoughts on the subject as I have seen a decent amount of these lately (online and in the shop) and always think the same thing.

There are two (or three) routes you could go with this thing. First off, how much did you pay for it?

If it were me, no matter what route I took the build/fix up, I would swap out almost every component on the bike. That stuff is real out of date, and kinda budget entry level stuff anyways. It more than likely needs a new chain, new housing/cables and possibly tires and tubes? That just depends on how the rubber physically looks and feels. Can't really do that from here in Ohio.

Now with all that being said, you could turn it into a "road" bike (geared or SS), a sweet vintage steelie trail bike (geared or SS), or a beater "beer gettin, corner store ridin, bar hopper.

Road bike:See example woodhomie. I would personally not make it a SS, but maybe just a 18 speed at most. 9 would be easier and cheaper.
Super weird/sweet trail bike. Keep the gearing you have, get some basic "V-Brakes"(but with nice pads), rock the rubber you currently have on it, and get a nice set of shifters/derailleurs, and possibly a new entry wheel set.
Bar/corner store beater: Keep the cantilever brakes, upgrade the pads and levers, new shifters, rear derailleur, get the wheels trued, get the thickest tire you can fit on the thing, cheap full fenders, and some baskets/racks. Our shop did something like this and it's pretty rad. A really nice bike to have on hand. I'll try to snap some photos of it tomorrow.

When it comes down to it, I would probably turn it into a work horse bike (bar/corner store beater). It is always great to have a beater around to haul things, or take out on a rainy day and not have to worry about it.

Either way that rust on the rear worries me a little. How do the hubs feel? Any "grittyness" when you spin them? Wheels true? Does anything shift in it's current state? How about the rear brake, does it grab well and release well? So many questions, I know. Not trying to knock the bike in anyway, btw. Hope I don't come across that way. When it comes down to it, I just wish it was a StuntJumper from the same era.

Either way, have fun with the build. I am loving all the Specialized love up in here! As always, if anyone has any questions about Specialized/SRAM/Shimano stuff, shoot away!

Free! Word, nice snag then. 150-200 in components is a very nice route to go for this little guy. Kinda jealous of your two free bikes. I want a free bike for a grocery getter 

Oh, by the way, we should have a competition as to who can have the most bikes by the end of summer. Ready? GO!

Any grouping in particular you are leaning towards for the components? Buying new or sourcing used? Sorry, I am excited now. I am sure you really haven't given it much thought. Hell, you have only had the bike for a few hours now. Also, if you can, you should try to keep the original pant on that thing.

Don't ya just love how life throws a bunch of projects at you, and everything tries to get worked on at the same time? Hahaha....

On a side note, long day at the shop tomorrow. Open to close shift (a little over 11 hours). Not sure how my back is going to deal with it. On a bright note though, my job is having a super secret Shimano clinic before work tomorrow, and I got invited! The national rep (and possibly a pro or two) are coming to show us a new proprietary line of components based around their di2 race line. No one really knows though, all we know is we are going to be the first people (other than the developers at Shimano) in the world to see them in the works. Super excited. Not excited about the early ass wake up, but excited. 

wow you might want to lower the price for that bike. how much do you want for it? i'd be interested in buying it but i don't have any money. oh well.

Originally posted by j_lucky84 While I loathe the color purple, that's a sharp lookin' bike!

Thanks!

If I ever sell my Specialized the next build for my wife will have Celeste Deep V's

^those wheels are a sick color,price will vary on color/style and it being machine side wall it can run a little more steep compare to NMSW.you're looking at 170-240 depending on model and finding a good sale on a set.one of the most overpiced wheel is the Aerospokes,all carbon composites but it still feels like it's on the heavy side but the easiest rim to bolt and acceptable to damage.

Originally posted by batmanwest Originally posted by batmanwest Originally posted by dvdngu I'm looking into getting a hybrid bike, but i really don't know anything much about what brand and stuff to buy. Advice please!?  I was looking specifically at Specialized and Novara bikes Hybrid eh? Well, my choice goes twards Specialized. I've said it once, and I'll say it again. I love Specialized. Not only do I wrench for the company, but I have been riding their bikes for over 6 years now and love them. So, without further adieu, here are my thoughts. The Sirrus would be my first choice for anyone looking for a hybrid. It is what we call a "flat bar road bike". Don't let that scare you off though. The sirrus has a more upright stance when you are in the saddle, slightly wider tires, and a more ergonomic frame geometry. Once you get into the higher end models of the Sirrus you get some really awesome components and features. Internally routed cables, carbon rear stays and forks. The TriCross is a pretty rad bike. But if you are looking for a more comfortable bike (non-road) I wouldn't go that route. But if you want a bike you can take on the road, AND light trails, the tricross would be my pick for you. Entry price is more expensive though. If you want something with a SUPER upright, easy going, cruiser style of a ride, the Crossroad or Crosstrail would be the way to go. Rather inexpensive bikes, wide tires (pretty much a mtn slick) and a little on the heavy side. I am not a huge fan of them, but that is just because they don't fit my riding style what so ever. Your profile says you are based out of Garden Grove. Looks like there are 3 bike stores "close" to you that carry Specialized. Based off of their websites, Rock N' Road Cyclery would be my first choice of places to go. The other I noticed was Surf City Cyclery. They don't have as high of ratings as R-N-R, but I did notice from their site they offer BG fittings. BG is "Body Geometry", Specialized fitting methods that are, IMO, the best in the industry. They have spent millions upoin millions in research on how to find the best fit for bike parts to each persons body. Hope any of that helped. If you have any more questions feel free to post them up. ******************************************************************** Re-Posting this so dvdngu can have their answer. Duplicate account "rurcaan/rurcan screwed it up for me and bumped this to a new page. Not impressed. Once again, dvdngu, feel free to ask me any other questions you have.

theres a few sets of new Velocity deep Vs on ebay for like $150

Originally posted by batmanwest Oh, by the way, we should have a competition as to who can have the most bikes by the end of summer. Ready? GO!   Any grouping in particular you are leaning towards for the components? Buying new or sourcing used? Sorry, I am excited now. I am sure you really haven't given it much thought. Hell, you have only had the bike for a few hours now. Also, if you can, you should try to keep the original pant on that thing.   Don't ya just love how life throws a bunch of projects at you, and everything tries to get worked on at the same time? Hahaha....

 

More bikes? Crap. My place is going to start looking like one of those hoarder shows.

It sounds like you’ve got four different visions in your head for this little baddy.  Tell you what, I’ll ship the ‘hopper out to Ohio and you can throw some used/unwanted components on it from the shop. Paint is definitely being preserved. 

 

On a bright note though, my job is having a super secret Shimano clinic before work tomorrow, and I got invited!

 Your Shimano clinic sounds like the bomb! I won’t ask what you saw but I hope it was worth the early rising.

 

Originally posted by woodhomie1996 LittleShooey, good luck with the build. Can't wait to see progression pictures. Once I sell my Rockhopper I will start posting pictures of my new build or when I change a few things on my Rockhopper I will post pictures.

 

Thanks! It’s pretty far down the queue, so don’t hold your breath. J

The purple and black is kickin’! Loving all the pics you’ve been sharing, too. 

I ride an old fixie in the city, so not much riding gets done. Although once I graduate I plan to ride everyday instead of driving

Originally posted by LittleShooey Originally posted by batmanwest Oh, by the way, we should have a competition as to who can have the most bikes by the end of summer. Ready? GO!   Any grouping in particular you are leaning towards for the components? Buying new or sourcing used? Sorry, I am excited now. I am sure you really haven't given it much thought. Hell, you have only had the bike for a few hours now. Also, if you can, you should try to keep the original pant on that thing.   Don't ya just love how life throws a bunch of projects at you, and everything tries to get worked on at the same time? Hahaha....   More bikes? Crap. My place is going to start looking like one of those hoarder shows. It sounds like you’ve got four different visions in your head for this little baddy.  Tell you what, I’ll ship the ‘hopper out to Ohio and you can throw some used/unwanted components on it from the shop. Paint is definitely being preserved.    On a bright note though, my job is having a super secret Shimano clinic before work tomorrow, and I got invited!  Your Shimano clinic sounds like the bomb! I won’t ask what you saw but I hope it was worth the early rising.

Hahah....isn't worth the shipping back and forth. For that price you could bump the budget for components up to about 250. ?

The clinic was awesome. I am pissed I only got to stay for an hour, before I had to leave that shop, and drive over to my shop on the other side of town. And yeah...I can't speak a word of anything I saw there. Signed non-disclosure papers and all. They made a really big deal about not saying a word. I couldn't even tell my co-workers that didn't go, because they didn't sign anything.

Non the less, there were some boring things, some sad things, and some beyond cool things said/viewed/explained today 

On another note, today has made my top 5 list of longest/hardest on my body days to date. Between little sleep, my sudden allergies are going CRAZY, back already hurting, and an 11 hour shift tonight...well, I almost vomited when I got home. I was a dumb ass and didn't really eat anything all day long. Walked in the door tonight pale and dizzy. I am really stupid. Pretty dangerous to do that to your body. Not sure what I was thinking.

Oh, and don't worry DTJoe, I am looking into a solution/advice on your front fork problem. Not going to lie, I don't know much about mtn. bikes, but they are of my most recent focus of learning. There is a guy at our shop that is a literal god when it comes to mtn. bikes and their parts. From the sound of it though, is anything "looks" twisted or bent, that could cause problems with any sealing? Such as your lockouts? Look more into it tomorrow. I also will check all our venders tomorrow to see if anyone carries a replacement. Oh, and I guess I could of should of written this in a reply to your PM

Originally posted by bootleg my local bike shop called long beach fixed gear they have 2 locations in cal,here is their website http://citygrounds.com/

I went to their shop in Newport Beach, good guys over there.
They built my Velocity Deep V's laced to Philwood hubs.

Looks good! I like the black and white.

Taking reasonable offers for the Specialized.

Anyone know if Weinmann wheels are any good?

Going for a ride tomorrow evening on a local trail by my place-whiting ranch-should help me get through a day of work knowing im going riding after

those are fooking ugly. Id never use that

Are Sugino 75 cranks worth the money?
I have Miche Primato's right now and was going to put those on my wife's project.

Those are also an option but I guess we will see. Thanks for the information.

that Specialized is shtooking sick... 8-9 bills is insane, thats like what, 50% off? side business is calling.

Originally posted by batmanwest I think I may be a little confused here. Are the emblems and pattern only going to be on one side of the frame? I think the hand drawn pattern should continue all the way up the down tube, and round the corner a little bit. Maybe by 3 inches.

Originally posted by scuddera Hey Im looking to sell my dads 1990 Trek 1000 road bike. It has an all aluminum frame and is in pretty decent shape but could use a new seat. Its coming with an emergency pump that attaches to the bike, spare innertube and extra tire. Can anyone give me an idea of what its worth i have a buddy interested who is just starting

Pictures pictures pictures! One persons "decent" shape, is another persons "horrible". The pump, tube and extra tire should add about 25 bucks to the overall price.
Seriously though, pictures if you can. Would help a bunch. But I would put a tag of anywhere from a kind friend price of 175, to non friend in good condition 300.