bikes

[rawr1922]

Expand Quote

those sites are scary. what did you order?
that obrea is pretty.

[close]

I was wanting a flip flop hub and not pay a fuckload for something that I may or may not like Raleigh has made quality bikes before and I am hyped on this one, however I am that dude that thinks the worst will happen.

That's why I asked if anyone has ordered a bike from them....

I like how there's a rear brake. Seen bunch of people just rock a front brake

[weon]

Seeing my last post in this thread makes it hard to believe it’s only been a month to the day but I’ve ridden practically every day since buying my last bike so I decided to upgrade to this machine

that looks nice dude. what kinda bike is it?

[Paco Supreme]

It’s a semi locals shop bike they released, but the bike itself is just called the JRI T6 Low Pro.

Flip flop 6061 al track bike, I just updated it with stubby bullhorn bars that I need end caps for now

[weon]

It’s a semi locals shop bike they released, but the bike itself is just called the JRI T6 Low Pro.

Flip flop 6061 al track bike, I just updated it with stubby bullhorn bars that I need end caps for now

super cool, it looks really clean. have considered trying out a fixie, and your bike got me hyped on the idea again hahah

[Paco Supreme]

It’s a really fun bike, I use it as my daily commuter and it just makes me want to get up and go to work that little bit more

[DarthDingusMaximus]

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

those sites are scary. what did you order?
that obrea is pretty.

[close]

I was wanting a flip flop hub and not pay a fuckload for something that I may or may not like Raleigh has made quality bikes before and I am hyped on this one, however I am that dude that thinks the worst will happen.

That's why I asked if anyone has ordered a bike from them....

[close]

I like how there's a rear brake. Seen bunch of people just rock a front brake

I've always wanted to learn how to ride fixed, what better way then just do it?

although I am going to be a pussy ay first I want to really know the difference.

[givecigstosurfgroms]

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

those sites are scary. what did you order?
that obrea is pretty.

[close]

I was wanting a flip flop hub and not pay a fuckload for something that I may or may not like Raleigh has made quality bikes before and I am hyped on this one, however I am that dude that thinks the worst will happen.

That's why I asked if anyone has ordered a bike from them....

[close]

I like how there's a rear brake. Seen bunch of people just rock a front brake

[close]

I've always wanted to learn how to ride fixed, what better way then just do it?

although I am going to be a pussy ay first I want to really know the difference.

  Only difference is you can't stop pedaling. I tried someones and seemed pretty fun.  Less matinance I guess but single speeds freewheels don't require much anyway.

[DarthDingusMaximus]

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

those sites are scary. what did you order?
that obrea is pretty.

[close]

I was wanting a flip flop hub and not pay a fuckload for something that I may or may not like Raleigh has made quality bikes before and I am hyped on this one, however I am that dude that thinks the worst will happen.

That's why I asked if anyone has ordered a bike from them....

[close]

I like how there's a rear brake. Seen bunch of people just rock a front brake

[close]

I've always wanted to learn how to ride fixed, what better way then just do it?

although I am going to be a pussy ay first I want to really know the difference.

[close]

  Only difference is you can't stop pedaling. I tried someones and seemed pretty fun.  Less matinance I guess but single speeds freewheels don't require much anyway.

I have a Puegot I want to fix up but I fucked up and lost the balls in the front hub and I am not knowledgeable or have rudimentary bike building skills, might as well leave it to the homies at my local shop. I hate those trek shops charge you out the ass for basic shit.

[FROTHY]

Going to get my Trek Marlin 5 29r ready for some winter street riding.

Ordered Maxxis Hookworms

Might switch out my wide mountain bike bars with something more sleek, or just get road bike rests

I’ll post a picture when I set up the new slick tires.

[Joust Ostrich]

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

those sites are scary. what did you order?
that obrea is pretty.

[close]

I was wanting a flip flop hub and not pay a fuckload for something that I may or may not like Raleigh has made quality bikes before and I am hyped on this one, however I am that dude that thinks the worst will happen.

That's why I asked if anyone has ordered a bike from them....

[close]

I like how there's a rear brake. Seen bunch of people just rock a front brake

[close]

I've always wanted to learn how to ride fixed, what better way then just do it?

although I am going to be a pussy ay first I want to really know the difference.

[close]

  Only difference is you can't stop pedaling. I tried someones and seemed pretty fun.  Less matinance I guess but single speeds freewheels don't require much anyway.

[close]

I have a Puegot I want to fix up but I fucked up and lost the balls in the front hub and I am not knowledgeable or have rudimentary bike building skills, might as well leave it to the homies at my local shop. I hate those trek shops charge you out the ass for basic shit.

  What kind of Peugeot?

[DarthDingusMaximus]

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

Expand Quote

those sites are scary. what did you order?
that obrea is pretty.

[close]

I was wanting a flip flop hub and not pay a fuckload for something that I may or may not like Raleigh has made quality bikes before and I am hyped on this one, however I am that dude that thinks the worst will happen.

That's why I asked if anyone has ordered a bike from them....

[close]

I like how there's a rear brake. Seen bunch of people just rock a front brake

[close]

I've always wanted to learn how to ride fixed, what better way then just do it?

although I am going to be a pussy ay first I want to really know the difference.

[close]

  Only difference is you can't stop pedaling. I tried someones and seemed pretty fun.  Less matinance I guess but single speeds freewheels don't require much anyway.

[close]

I have a Puegot I want to fix up but I fucked up and lost the balls in the front hub and I am not knowledgeable or have rudimentary bike building skills, might as well leave it to the homies at my local shop. I hate those trek shops charge you out the ass for basic shit.

[close]

  What kind of Peugeot?

1986 Monaco powdered white and it needs a good cleaning but I want to clean it up beforehand.

[Mother Goose.]

[givecigstosurfgroms]

Going to get my Trek Marlin 5 29r ready for some winter street riding.

Ordered Maxxis Hookworms

Might switch out my wide mountain bike bars with something more sleek, or just get road bike rests

I’ll post a picture when I set up the new slick tires.

  I would be so amped on those tires, whatever width.  What width did you go with?, I'm to understand theryre hard to puncture too.

[FROTHY]

Expand Quote

Going to get my Trek Marlin 5 29r ready for some winter street riding.

Ordered Maxxis Hookworms

Might switch out my wide mountain bike bars with something more sleek, or just get road bike rests

I’ll post a picture when I set up the new slick tires.

[close]

  I would be so amped on those tires, whatever width.  What width did you go with?, I'm to understand theryre hard to puncture too.

I think they are 2.5”. I’ve read that they are heavy but very durable, so you can fill them well over 65 psi and carry some serious momentum.

[Paco Supreme]

Hotline Vid

There’s one of these with Mike Hernandez which rules and a more recent one of a Japanese dude ripping through Tokyo

[Joust Ostrich]

Expand Quote

Hotline Vid

[close]

There’s one of these with Mike Hernandez which rules and a more recent one of a Japanese dude ripping through Tokyo

From 4:00-10:00 was hairy. 

Post the Japan one if you can, I don't see it.

[Jagr]

Expand Quote

Hotline Vid

[close]

There’s one of these with Mike Hernandez which rules and a more recent one of a Japanese dude ripping through Tokyo

Is there actually a hotline with mike hernandez? i know he has a streets of chrome thing.

[Paco Supreme]

Mike Hernandez

Sada Chang

[DarthDingusMaximus]

Mike Hernandez

Sada Chang

I’ve gotten clipped off my bike a few times and to me I am thankful for my ability to walk away rather unscathed.

[FROTHY]

How are those hotline videos filmed? Particularly the trailing shot.

[Paco Supreme]

The guy who makes the videos Terry Bartenson has a rig run down somewhere on that YouTube channel

[DarthDingusMaximus]

Hyped for tomorrow I’m going to finally get my bike, damn shipping taking forever.

[Jagr]

Mike Hernandez

Sada Chang

Fuck yeah, so sick.

[DarthDingusMaximus]

Just got my bike assembled and I am hyped.

Haven’t had a good bike my size in soooo long.

Always had to just wing it and find something close to my size.

[DarthDingusMaximus]

This one scared me, too sketchy.

[Kel Varnsen]

Looking to solicit some advice from more experienced riders. I've purchased / sold a few bikes over the past several years from being on and off the ability to ride. I recently switched jobs and have gotten to know some people that go on regular 20-30 mile rides. I'm considering getting back into riding for my work commute, which is less than ten miles, but also joining this riding group. Not really looking to spend a ton of money right now - I want to be sure I'm serious about it first - but I'm looking at getting a gravel bike or a road bike.

On the one hand, I feel like a gravel bike will get me a little more versatility and handle some roads around where I'm at that aren't that great. I wouldn't have to be as careful about where I'm riding / take it on the occasional trail if I feel so inclined, and buy a set of road tires for longer group rides. I honestly don't know if I have the experience to tell the difference between road / gravel at this point. On the other hand, a road bike is probably built more toward my long-term goal of using riding as a regular source of fitness and viable commute option. Curious anyone's take or experience on one vs the other. Thanks in advance.

[Beeda Weeda]

a gravel bike is a good idea if you are dealing with less than perfect roads and if you are just getting started.
Road bikes don't flat often, but when you get flats, they seem to come in bunches.(not ideal when you are trying to get to work on time)  A gravel bike isn't going to flat on the road, will be more versatile and about 60% as  fast on the road as a road bike (quite a bit slower)
a gravel bike will be more reliable as your commuter, buy it to see how you like the whole situation, and if you are into it, sell it and buy a road bike, or keep both.
good luck.

[Joust Ostrich]

Looking to solicit some advice from more experienced riders. I've purchased / sold a few bikes over the past several years from being on and off the ability to ride. I recently switched jobs and have gotten to know some people that go on regular 20-30 mile rides. I'm considering getting back into riding for my work commute, which is less than ten miles, but also joining this riding group. Not really looking to spend a ton of money right now - I want to be sure I'm serious about it first - but I'm looking at getting a gravel bike or a road bike.

On the one hand, I feel like a gravel bike will get me a little more versatility and handle some roads around where I'm at that aren't that great. I wouldn't have to be as careful about where I'm riding / take it on the occasional trail if I feel so inclined, and buy a set of road tires for longer group rides. I honestly don't know if I have the experience to tell the difference between road / gravel at this point. On the other hand, a road bike is probably built more toward my long-term goal of using riding as a regular source of fitness and viable commute option. Curious anyone's take or experience on one vs the other. Thanks in advance.

You've basically got this figured out.  Buy a gravel bike and get an extra set of tires.  Make sure the rims aren't so fat that you can't put some 28-32c tires on it.  Gravel bike has rack mounts for commuter bags, road bike doesn't.  Maybe you want to go bike camp, you can.  Gravel bike is more stable, for shitty roads, your lack of experience, commuting, whatever.  You're not going to be significantly slower in group rides with road tires.  Unless you buy some heavy piece of shit. 

Good luck.

[DarthDingusMaximus]

To add to gravel bikes idea you could get some hybrid tires and a decent single speed bike for around $175 to $200.

I know fixed gears suck but single speed is a good option to think about, especially if you have thin but knobby tires.

[FROTHY]

Just installed 29"x2.5" maxxis hookworms on my mtb. I went on a little night jam and it felt really good. Such a smooth ride. Having a hard time uploading photos from my phone but ill post a pic soon.