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Post images of beauty (quote pics sparingly) - see Mod warnings in OP

uberwolf · 2004-02-02 15:15:06

Seeing as the after hours lads have been drooling over their own concepts of beauty thought occured that the cyclists could post images of their equipment. [/B]And of their dream bikes etc. happy viewing. thats my current babe, in white. She's a few years old now though, so I'd love to have the money to replace her. Till…

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#2852 08-09-2010 7:14pm
CramCycle

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Paul Kiernan wrote: »

Have you any idea what those reflectors weigh? And as for wind resistance, that reflector on the bars is like a giant air brake.

Ignore that, retro is the way of the future, lf I could get my hands on some Kellogg's ones I'd be all over that.

Your a cyclist.

Style beats substance every time.

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#2853 08-09-2010 8:29pm
Planet X

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Cabaal wrote: »

My new Trek 1.2, not the greatest picture in the world.

Since this photo I've added another bottle cage and a cycle computer which died while out for a spin the other day :mad:

Unfortunately, there could be a BOLT CUTTERS waiting for that cable lock!

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#2854 08-09-2010 11:23pm
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http://www.guardian.co.uk/environment/green-living-blog/2010/sep/08/gold-plated-brompton

Sublime or ridiculous? Possibly both. A 24-carat-gold-plated Brompton S2L with a pool-ball stickshift, stop-cock hinge clamps and skateboard wheels for rollers. In other words a Brompton that has been pimped through flash, gaudy, and vulgar, out the other side into ironic, and beyond that into uber-cool. Perhaps.

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#2855 09-09-2010 12:45am
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Definitely ridiculous.

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#2856 09-09-2010 8:52pm
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Opinions on the decals on my wheels, do think i should remove the red decals to match a frame a bit better ?

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#2857 09-09-2010 8:57pm
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I would remove the decals completely from the wheels. It will create a nice stealthy look.

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#2858 09-09-2010 9:21pm
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Definitely remove the decals there Ugly Betty, maybe leave the HED. Those are good rims.

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#2859 09-09-2010 9:33pm
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I would put a saddle on first. Gonna be very sore otherwise.

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#2860 09-09-2010 11:33pm
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Seen the decals on the 2010 version might try find them, they come in a metalic grey

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#2861 09-09-2010 11:36pm
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#2862 10-09-2010 9:38am
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Raam wrote: »

I read that they are only making 89 of these so you better move quick!

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#2863 10-09-2010 11:32am
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Planet X wrote: »

Unfortunately, there could be a BOLT CUTTERS waiting for that cable lock!

Indeed there would be, thats why I don't use them except the day a few weeks back when I cycled to work and locked the bike inside of work property (locked yard)

CramCycle wrote: »

Ignore that, retro is the way of the future, lf I could get my hands on some Kellogg's ones I'd be all over that.

Your a cyclist.

Style beats substance every time.

I'll replace my reflectors when I get the old Kellogg's one's, I'm sure there might be some in the attic somewhere :pac:

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#2864 10-09-2010 1:21pm
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levitronix wrote: »

Opinions on the decals on my wheels, do think i should remove the red decals to match a frame a bit better?

Add some orange bar tape...

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#2865 10-09-2010 2:14pm
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Cabaal - why have you got two top tubes?

Nice bike, btw, many happy kms on it and to improve your visibility at night you should have your phone out and text furiously while cycling - the light from the screen and keypad will improve your visibility to other road users:)

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#2866 10-09-2010 3:11pm
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Jawgap wrote: »

Cabaal - why have you got two top tubes?

I believe that device is called a pedestrian poker or a luas licking stick?

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#2867 10-09-2010 3:15pm
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It is also effective for signalling car and buses with your intent to out manoeuvre them.

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#2868 10-09-2010 4:13pm
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LeoD wrote: »

Add some orange bar tape...

Before you do you might want to check out my bike to see if you like the look of it http://www.boards.ie/vbulletin/showpost.php?p=67578069&postcount=12

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#2869 10-09-2010 6:07pm
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El.duderino wrote: »

I believe that device is called a pedestrian poker or a luas licking stick?

Otherwise known as the largest pump that a bike can carry

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#2870 10-09-2010 6:23pm
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Cabaal wrote: »

Otherwise known as the largest pump that a bike can carry

Now this is a pump. Take note people who use turbos. Imagine what you could power around the house?:)

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#2871 11-09-2010 11:42am
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I haven't been on my mountain bike in a while, but I decided to pull it apart and get it back in shape the other day. I thought I'd take a pic before I get it all scruffy again.

And this is my hacker for getting from A to B. She's been with me a while...

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#2872 12-09-2010 1:14am
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This is my new bike, it's sooo nice...

(Sorry about the picture quality it was late and a flash photo looked even worse)

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#2873 12-09-2010 11:54am
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I'm pretty pleased with it, taking it to Brittany shortly:

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#2874 12-09-2010 1:10pm
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^^ Very nice. Very Expensive.
Would like one.

Self build?

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#2875 12-09-2010 4:12pm
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Planet X wrote: »

Self build?

Self bought. It rides absolutely beautifully. I'm just back from a 75K spin, it just slides over all the bumps. If there's a drag from the 26"/1.75 wheels, then it's marginal. And I did a 25K trial "fully loaded" spin yesterday. Four panniers, tent, etc. It was a bit heavier going up Howth, but that was about it. Fully loaded the bike and gear was 37.5KG (that includes unnecessary things like a couple of books and a radio), plus 80KG of me.

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#2876 12-09-2010 4:32pm
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Assuming you bought it online, how did the measurements work out? Happy enough with it?
Was talking to Andyb last week in SJS about getting a Thorn......

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#2877 12-09-2010 4:55pm
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Planet X wrote: »

Assuming you bought it online, how did the measurements work out? Happy enough with it?
Was talking to Andyb last week in SJS about getting a Thorn......

My experience with SJS Cycle was very good. They said three weeks for delivery, but it was only 13 days from order to doorstep in the end. I guess they're not too busy at this time of year.

I wouldn't get too hung up on all the measurements they ask for. The frame is the important thing, everything else can be adjusted. The frame I ordered is 5mm longer in virtual top tube length than my other bike. Riding it, it does feel longer.

I'm leaving on a short tour on Saturday. One thing I'm pondering is whether to stick with the new Brooks, or swap in the saddle from my old bike. You read all kinds of stories of people having pain breaking in a Brooks saddle. Based on today's experience, I'm thinking it'll probably be ok to stick with the Brooks. If we get reasonable weather next week, I should get another 150K+ on it before I leave. But if it rains, I'm leaving my new baby at home, and will use my other bike.

One further comment on the bike, which won't be apparent from the picture, is that the quality of the welding on the frame is top notch.

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#2878 12-09-2010 8:06pm
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Bought this frame last October, finally finished building it up today. Too late though to go for a decent spin.

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#2879 12-09-2010 9:41pm
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Handsome machine tawfeeredux - lovin the Ti, subtle graphics and campag. Class.

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#2880 12-09-2010 10:32pm
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Shimano pedals and campag groupset :eek:

I'm not jealous honest.

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#2881 12-09-2010 10:49pm
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This was my first bike and what got me into road cycling. The picture below is not actually mine but is what I started out with although by the time I finished with it I had re-sprayed it and upgraded all parts including an upgrade to 14 gears and brake levers with cables under the bar-tape!

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