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Bubbles · 10-27-2009, 11:03 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by YoungGun

Hey how hard would it be to put a front brake on a bike that doesn't come with one?

What kind of brakes do road bikes use?

A caliper would be super easy.

DJPimpFlex · 10-27-2009, 11:12 PM

Heres a pic of my old track bike. I REALLY miss this thing. 16.5lbs with pedals. I got a road bike and found myself not using it as much so I sold it.... I regret it. Very fun bike.

NINJASPY · 10-28-2009, 01:40 AM

Front brake is easy, as long as the fork is drilled for one. Just need to know the reach, some are long reach some are short, most are universal about 50mm?

weinmann lp18 are the rims, they ok
spokes- reccommend 14guage, 32spoke+
tires- higher psi to protect rims for narrow tires, 25c = 100psi+
hubs- formula hubs are considered best bang for the buck
the lockring and cog is very important, get eai = euro asia imports

Quote:

Originally Posted by Razi

What low priced wheelset do you guys recommend for a starter?
I've ridden a couple fixed gear bikes and I love riding them.
I don't need anything fancy.

I was thinking about getting some Weinmann LP18s, good enough?

yokotas13 · 10-28-2009, 03:45 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by DJPimpFlex

Heres a pic of my old track bike. I REALLY miss this thing. 16.5lbs with pedals. I got a road bike and found myself not using it as much so I sold it.... I regret it. Very fun bike.

yep my next bike

LB.Motoring · 10-28-2009, 01:49 PM

32 front spoke? Rolf ftw

14 spokes.

SochBAT · 10-28-2009, 02:01 PM

FUCK YOU ROBBY!

Nice setup.

I need a nose adapter for the compressor. Dammit sodablasting.

*!Zar!* · 10-28-2009, 02:12 PM

So many people riding clip/strapless.

SochBAT · 10-28-2009, 02:20 PM

Oh, can anyone provide me with any reputable retailers? I catch some here and there, but would prefer a referred shop, maybe a fixie SPLParts dealer or something.

yokotas13 · 10-28-2009, 02:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LB.Motoring

32 front spoke? Rolf ftw

14 spokes.

worst leader frame evar

*WISH ONE* · 10-28-2009, 02:58 PM

that frame is ill, I love the LOOk of some of the Fat frames, personally I havent ridden that model so I cant speak on perfomance. Have you ridden this frame Grant?? why so bad?

*!Zar!* · 10-28-2009, 03:08 PM

Personally, I prefer pursuit frames. I've ridden a few Leaders before. Only problems I have with them is that the fork sucks and they require a huge stem. As well as the dropouts weren't straight/even (seen this on a few)

*WISH ONE* · 10-28-2009, 03:20 PM

are the pursuit frames a weird ride??? seem awkward

LB.Motoring · 10-28-2009, 03:35 PM

Thats for wheelset reference, sorry not my leader frame,

I have a 70's steel frame / trek 5000 olcv (converting, not sure if I will follow it)

*!Zar!* · 10-28-2009, 03:38 PM

They are setup with race geometry in mind for maximum aero posture and power/efficiency.

But with any bike, setup is key.

The seat is too far pointing down, as are the handle bars. Not to mention it has no clips.

wwwtttttffffffff

*WISH ONE* · 10-28-2009, 03:51 PM

I want to ride one, seems like it would be uncomfortable for daily riding, especially the aero posture you have to be in.

yokotas13 · 10-28-2009, 04:20 PM

i just hate that leader frame
this is the one i am debating getting if i dont get a track

*irax* · 10-28-2009, 04:22 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by !Zar!

The seat is too far pointing down, as are the handle bars. Not to mention it has no clips.

wwwtttttffffffff

what are you talking about those are strapless pedals that you need to buy the fancy shoes to use. those look like the SPD-SP or PD-M pedals.

also, you should learn the difference between a seat pointing down and a slop design of the seat having more cushion in the rear.

DUFFM4N · 10-28-2009, 04:26 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Soooshi

Oh, can anyone provide me with any reputable retailers? I catch some here and there, but would prefer a referred shop, maybe a fixie SPLParts dealer or something.

there's a pretty legit shop near you off the 10/Mountain Exit called Bumsteads

check em out, they do a lot of fixed gear/single speed stuff

1038 W 4th St (4th and Mountain)
Ontario, CA 91762
(909) 984-9067

*!Zar!* · 10-28-2009, 04:31 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by irax

what are you talking about those are strapless pedals that you need to buy the fancy shoes to use. those look like the SPD-SP or PD-M pedals.

also, you should learn the difference between a seat pointing down and a slop design of the seat having more cushion in the rear.

Straps or clips. Either or the other. But at least one should be used. Those pedals look like mks pedals but without the straps. Clip-ins are smaller.

Sloping design or not, it's still pointing down. Nothing is stopping that seat from being raised.

DUFFM4N · 10-28-2009, 04:37 PM

anyone want some woodgrain deepV hoops? brand new never laced up

Taniguchi_Is_#1 · 10-28-2009, 05:14 PM

that leader is hella tarck.

*azndoc* · 10-28-2009, 05:18 PM

Fuck..... I want the new 2010 Super Pista so bad right now.

LB.Motoring · 10-28-2009, 05:26 PM

Any1 want to put together a ride or something,

I want to see how slow I am with my poor bike geometry.

*WISH ONE* · 10-28-2009, 05:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yokotas13

i just hate that leader frame
this is the one i am debating getting if i dont get a track

this is the leader I like as well... a local bike shop here in oc had this bike complete for $695 used but super sexy!

DUFFM4N · 10-28-2009, 06:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by LB.Motoring

Any1 want to put together a ride or something,

I want to see how slow I am with my poor bike geometry.

we ride every sunday morning

beefyx323x · 10-28-2009, 08:39 PM

Where do you ride?

Quote:

Originally Posted by DUFFM4N

we ride every sunday morning

iwishiwas-all* · 10-29-2009, 07:17 AM

who wants my frame!!! i want to get a purple leader frame haha

Dirty Habit · 10-29-2009, 08:39 AM

Q. What's the worst part about riding a fixed gear?
A. Having to tell you friends and family that you're gay!

*WISH ONE* · 10-29-2009, 01:48 PM

Lol ^ is that what you did?

DUFFM4N · 10-29-2009, 05:07 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by beefyx323x

Where do you ride?

depends...usually around ontario.

November 28th we're gonna ride from Baldwin Park to the beach if anyone in Socal wants to join

10-27-2009, 11:12 PM	#512
DJPimpFlex Zilvia.net Advertiser Join Date: Jan 2004 Location: Emo central..NORCAL BABY! Age: 26 Posts: 3,856 Trader Rating: (14) Rides Gallery: DJPimpFlex Feedback Score: 14 reviews	Heres a pic of my old track bike. I REALLY miss this thing. 16.5lbs with pedals. I got a road bike and found myself not using it as much so I sold it.... I regret it. Very fun bike. __________________ Check out my build thread!!

10-28-2009, 01:49 PM	#515
LB.Motoring Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SòCal♥ Cali, U.K =/==> www.myspace.com/myspacerobby Age: 25 Posts: 5,854 Trader Rating: (1) Rides Gallery: LB.Motoring Feedback Score: 1 reviews	32 front spoke? Rolf ftw 14 spokes. __________________ Robby Leuer

10-28-2009, 02:01 PM	#516
SochBAT Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Abilene, TX Age: 26 Posts: 6,369 Trader Rating: (9) Rides Gallery: SochBAT Feedback Score: 9 reviews	FUCK YOU ROBBY! Nice setup. I need a nose adapter for the compressor. Dammit sodablasting. __________________ <imgsrc="http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/6123/siggyx.png">

10-28-2009, 02:12 PM	#517
!Zar! My Little Pony Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Stable Posts: 13,127 Trader Rating: (19) Feedback Score: 19 reviews	So many people riding clip/strapless. __________________

10-28-2009, 02:20 PM	#518
SochBAT Post Whore! Join Date: Dec 2004 Location: Abilene, TX Age: 26 Posts: 6,369 Trader Rating: (9) Rides Gallery: SochBAT Feedback Score: 9 reviews	Oh, can anyone provide me with any reputable retailers? I catch some here and there, but would prefer a referred shop, maybe a fixie SPLParts dealer or something. __________________ <imgsrc="http://img134.imageshack.us/img134/6123/siggyx.png">

10-28-2009, 02:58 PM	#520
WISH ONE Premium Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: orange county ca Posts: 2,590 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	that frame is ill, I love the LOOk of some of the Fat frames, personally I havent ridden that model so I cant speak on perfomance. Have you ridden this frame Grant?? why so bad?

10-28-2009, 03:08 PM	#521
!Zar! My Little Pony Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Stable Posts: 13,127 Trader Rating: (19) Feedback Score: 19 reviews	Personally, I prefer pursuit frames. I've ridden a few Leaders before. Only problems I have with them is that the fork sucks and they require a huge stem. As well as the dropouts weren't straight/even (seen this on a few) __________________

10-28-2009, 03:20 PM	#522
WISH ONE Premium Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: orange county ca Posts: 2,590 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	are the pursuit frames a weird ride??? seem awkward

10-28-2009, 03:35 PM	#523
LB.Motoring Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SòCal♥ Cali, U.K =/==> www.myspace.com/myspacerobby Age: 25 Posts: 5,854 Trader Rating: (1) Rides Gallery: LB.Motoring Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Thats for wheelset reference, sorry not my leader frame, I have a 70's steel frame / trek 5000 olcv (converting, not sure if I will follow it) __________________ Robby Leuer

10-28-2009, 03:38 PM	#524
!Zar! My Little Pony Join Date: Nov 2004 Location: Stable Posts: 13,127 Trader Rating: (19) Feedback Score: 19 reviews	They are setup with race geometry in mind for maximum aero posture and power/efficiency. But with any bike, setup is key. The seat is too far pointing down, as are the handle bars. Not to mention it has no clips. wwwtttttffffffff __________________

10-28-2009, 03:51 PM	#525
WISH ONE Premium Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: orange county ca Posts: 2,590 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	I want to ride one, seems like it would be uncomfortable for daily riding, especially the aero posture you have to be in.

10-28-2009, 04:20 PM	#526
yokotas13 Post Whore! Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Navarre florida Age: 27 Posts: 10,366 Trader Rating: (8) Rides Gallery: yokotas13 Feedback Score: 8 reviews	i just hate that leader frame this is the one i am debating getting if i dont get a track __________________ Check out my miata build!

10-28-2009, 04:37 PM	#530
DUFFM4N Stay Thirsty My Friends.... Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: Southern California...where i stretch out haters like a bad thong Age: 28 Posts: 7,323 Trader Rating: (39) Rides Gallery: DUFFM4N Feedback Score: 39 reviews	anyone want some woodgrain deepV hoops? brand new never laced up __________________ *things may come to those who wait, but only the things left by those who HUSTLE* CLICK HERE FOR MY BLOG

10-28-2009, 05:14 PM	#531
Taniguchi_Is_#1 Post Whore! Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: West Arkansas Prefecture Posts: 3,022 Trader Rating: (2) Feedback Score: 2 reviews	that leader is hella tarck. __________________ Pure Electricity... In My Pants

10-28-2009, 05:18 PM	#532
azndoc Premium Member Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Orange County CA Age: 30 Posts: 9,333 Trader Rating: (35) Rides Gallery: azndoc Feedback Score: 35 reviews	Fuck..... I want the new 2010 Super Pista so bad right now. __________________ -Jack www.azndoc.wordpress.com Rays, Enkei, Weds, Dmax, OS Giken, and Work.

10-28-2009, 05:26 PM	#533
LB.Motoring Post Whore! Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: SòCal♥ Cali, U.K =/==> www.myspace.com/myspacerobby Age: 25 Posts: 5,854 Trader Rating: (1) Rides Gallery: LB.Motoring Feedback Score: 1 reviews	Any1 want to put together a ride or something, I want to see how slow I am with my poor bike geometry. __________________ Robby Leuer

10-29-2009, 07:17 AM	#537
iwishiwas-all* Nissanaholic! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: We don't visit, we live it Age: 24 Posts: 1,682 Trader Rating: (1) Rides Gallery: iwishiwas-all* Feedback Score: 1 reviews	who wants my frame!!! i want to get a purple leader frame haha __________________ GO 'CANES

10-29-2009, 08:39 AM	#538
Dirty Habit Nissanaholic! Join Date: May 2007 Location: Ann Arbor, MI Posts: 2,062 Trader Rating: (3) Rides Gallery: Dirty Habit Feedback Score: 3 reviews	Q. What's the worst part about riding a fixed gear? A. Having to tell you friends and family that you're gay! __________________ 1982 280zx Turbo

10-29-2009, 01:48 PM	#539
WISH ONE Premium Member Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: orange county ca Posts: 2,590 Trader Rating: (11) Feedback Score: 11 reviews	Lol ^ is that what you did?

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