Author Topic: bikes (Read 307716 times)

dillanharp · « **Reply #780 on:** September 01, 2015, 10:34:22 AM »

I'll admit that I don't know shit about bikes. That bike I got a few months ago I've figured out is way too small for me and I haven't been able to ride it comfortably since I got it. It's a 52 and I'm 5'10". Do you think if I picked up one of those cheap frames a few pages back in like a 58 and just put all the stuff I have on this current bike on, it would fit? After like a week I realized this, called the bike shop and explained everything, they said they'd give me 2/3 of what I paid for it, even though they overcharged me 1/3 of what the thing costs everywhere else... Regardless, my mistake for not knowing.

Joust Ostrich · « **Reply #781 on:** September 01, 2015, 05:01:10 PM »

First off, they are dickheads for selling you the wrong size bike. You don't need a 58, 56 is probably right on.

colin · « **Reply #782 on:** September 01, 2015, 07:56:34 PM »

Totally agree with Joust Ostrich on this one, man. 56

dillanharp · « **Reply #783 on:** September 01, 2015, 09:45:52 PM »

Thanks guys. I don't know if I should sell the thing on Craigslist and save up for something I really want or part it out with a larger frame. It's a $200 fixie.

Well, just sold it for $150 to a buddy... That solved itself rather quickly...

dillanharp · « **Reply #784 on:** September 15, 2015, 08:31:00 AM »

Hey what's the consensus on Trek bikes? Craigslist is full of them, along with a bunch of nishiki? bikes. Some other Japanese sounding bikes too... I can't spend over $400 so I figured CL was the way to go.

colin · « **Reply #785 on:** September 15, 2015, 07:43:54 PM »

My coworker has a Trek 930 that's a dope little bike; Made in the USA, True Temper Platinum OX tubing, and it appears you can get them for a pretty good price:

http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-bicycles-what-s-worth-appraisals-inquiries/698211-why-so-little-interest-trek-930-a.html
http://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/830333-trek-930-turning-into-commuter.html

edit: I think with Treks, at least the older ones that are numbered, the higher the number (i.e., 500, 700, 900), the higher the quality

Joust Ostrich · « **Reply #786 on:** September 15, 2015, 08:25:19 PM »

Searched SJ bikes, here is what I found in the first 5 pages.
I'd consider any of these. That Peugeot is sick, I'd buy that if I lived there. Lemond looks good and could be turned into a single speed fairly easily. Bridgestone is a little expensive, but may be ready to go.
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/5222052074.html
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/5186172235.html
http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/bik/5209972971.html

dillanharp · « **Reply #787 on:** September 16, 2015, 08:32:16 AM »

Thanks guys. I emailed the Puegot, offered him $350.

Blue Fescue · « **Reply #788 on:** September 17, 2015, 09:39:47 AM »

Quote from: colin on September 15, 2015, 07:43:54 PM

My coworker has a Trek 930 that's a dope little bike; Made in the USA, True Temper Platinum OX tubing, and it appears you can get them for a pretty good price:

http://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-bicycles-what-s-worth-appraisals-inquiries/698211-why-so-little-interest-trek-930-a.html
http://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/830333-trek-930-turning-into-commuter.html

edit: I think with Treks, at least the older ones that are numbered, the higher the number (i.e., 500, 700, 900), the higher the quality

I would pay good money for an original Selle Italia Flite saddle. Best saddle ever.

Joust Ostrich · « **Reply #789 on:** October 11, 2015, 03:50:13 PM »

Finished a new single speed. 1982 Peugeot P8.

planman · « **Reply #790 on:** October 17, 2015, 06:58:39 PM »

Looks spinny

straight · « **Reply #791 on:** November 14, 2015, 01:08:08 PM »

planman · « **Reply #792 on:** December 12, 2015, 01:55:32 PM »

Not sure if any of you guys have seen the new Mash video but shit was pretty dope

Grampa · « **Reply #793 on:** December 12, 2015, 07:33:36 PM »

Quote from: planman on December 12, 2015, 01:55:32 PM

Not sure if any of you guys have seen the new Mash video but shit was pretty dope

Is this online?

planman · « **Reply #794 on:** December 13, 2015, 03:04:07 PM »

Quote from: Grampa on December 12, 2015, 07:33:36 PM

Quote from: planman on December 12, 2015, 01:55:32 PM
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Not sure if any of you guys have seen the new Mash video but shit was pretty dope
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Is this online?

Nay, well sort of, dl link comes when you order the book. $55. Not sure if/when they'll be coming out with a straight dl of the video

Grampa · « **Reply #795 on:** December 13, 2015, 05:19:52 PM »

Yikes. Gonna have to wait that one out. As much as I dig Mash I could use that $55 to buy some extra-wide riser bars...

KoRnholio8 · « **Reply #796 on:** January 04, 2016, 05:05:39 AM »

anyone got a download code for mash transit: ?

a friend wants to see this video, a PM would be apperciated

planman · « **Reply #797 on:** February 04, 2016, 06:18:57 PM »

Quote from: KoRnholio8 on January 04, 2016, 05:05:39 AM

anyone got a download code for mash transit: ?

a friend wants to see this video, a PM would be apperciated

Do they have a gmail? I can add them to the file I have. Don't wanna put it up as public again since a friend shared it to fgnyc and I got into some shit with the Mash guys

Grampa · « **Reply #798 on:** February 04, 2016, 06:51:39 PM »

Quote from: KoRnholio8 on January 04, 2016, 05:05:39 AM

anyone got a download code for mash transit: ?

~~a friend~~ I want to see this video, a PM would be apperciated

Joust Ostrich · « **Reply #799 on:** February 04, 2016, 07:18:31 PM »

Quote from: Grampa on February 04, 2016, 06:51:39 PM

Quote from: KoRnholio8 on January 04, 2016, 05:05:39 AM
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anyone got a download code for mash transit: ?

~~a friend~~ I want to see this video, a PM would be apperciated
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Ditto

planman · « **Reply #800 on:** February 04, 2016, 08:04:25 PM »

If you got a gmail PM it to me and I gotchu, just promise not to share it, yea?

Lance · « **Reply #801 on:** February 05, 2016, 06:27:30 AM »

Quote from: Joust Ostrich on October 11, 2015, 03:50:13 PM

Finished a new single speed. 1982 Peugeot P8.

Fuck I miss this thread, I can;t wait to ride this spring!

Joust that set up is sick. How much does it weigh?

Joust Ostrich · « **Reply #802 on:** February 06, 2016, 06:15:54 PM »

Quote from: Lance on February 05, 2016, 06:27:30 AM

Quote from: Joust Ostrich on October 11, 2015, 03:50:13 PM
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Finished a new single speed. 1982 Peugeot P8.

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Fuck I miss this thread, I can;t wait to ride this spring!

Joust that set up is sick. How much does it weigh?

It comes in at 26lbs. Which isn't light, but it rides smooth and fast. It's just too long for me. It's a 60cm, I belong on a 57.

c. 1995 · « **Reply #803 on:** February 10, 2016, 03:48:31 PM »

Getting around town bike

Getting out of town bike

Radbloke · « **Reply #804 on:** February 27, 2016, 05:52:41 PM »

Just dusted off my old girl after about 3 years. Needs a it of work, looks like I've got my Sunday planned out for me.

JAesop · « **Reply #805 on:** February 28, 2016, 02:01:01 PM »

Bikes have always been my second love since childhood. Got my first long ride of the season in this weekend now that the weather is better.

planman · « **Reply #806 on:** March 19, 2016, 08:55:09 PM »

Jesus you guys have some nice bikes.

I got another Salsa stem (I love these damn things) and some risers. Feat. my Trash Bag

Blue Fescue · « **Reply #807 on:** March 21, 2016, 09:17:27 AM »

Quote from: Radbloke on February 27, 2016, 05:52:41 PM

Just dusted off my old girl after about 3 years. Needs a it of work, looks like I've got my Sunday planned out for me.

Very nice, looks fun

planman · « **Reply #808 on:** April 09, 2016, 01:00:42 PM »

I found some Mavic 355 pursuits that I've been wanting for over a year and bought em right up when I had the chance. Wrapped em in an old tube since I'm gonna be using cloth tape on these

Here's a really shitty pic of them on my bike. My stem is a bit too long for these but I can swing it for now, or however long it takes me to find another 26.0 vintage Salsa. I definitely feel faster, even if these bars have some crazy spinal destruction abilities.

straight · « **Reply #809 on:** April 20, 2016, 05:32:05 PM »

Want to buy some cruisers for myself and my wife. Know nothing about bikes. She likes Dutch style. Any help here?

Author Topic: bikes (Read 307716 times)

dillanharp

colin

dillanharp

dillanharp

colin

dillanharp

straight

JAesop

straight