- Mar 27, 2004
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why is that -- saving money? or like to put it together yourself?
do you want parts new or used?
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do you want parts new or used?
jaycruz.
formerly xjumpman23x
- Mar 6, 2005
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Anyone know where I can get a 26" Tuesday Cruiser? Mainly looking for the olive
- Feb 11, 2010
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I was gonna order it built but the shop I went to sold out in my size. Only frames left. Regardless of getting it already built I was gonna slowly switch stuff out. But this way I can just do what I envisioned from the jump. Not mechanically inclined so it's gonna be funny trying this out.
My thinking is if I buy the parts knowing the frame I want, I can buy the frame last on a discount. Worse case scenario if the frames sells out I can buy the newer model when it releases and still have the parts ready
I'd like to get everything new too
- Apr 30, 2010
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Man I was super out of touch with road bikes because this joint feels a quarter the weight of my old schwinn, and it's the supposed entry level. Damn, i'm good for now.
- Feb 5, 2013
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4-500
might lean towards a used bike
- Jul 3, 2009
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Nobody buys MTB:s with rim brakes. They dont even make them anymore
- Aug 14, 2017
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Yea snobby shops don’t get my business, went to my LBS and asked if they had a specific specialized helmet I was looking for the the employee was like “we’re a trek dealer” with a real attitude in his tone. I said got it. Walked out and my business went right out with me.
- Aug 14, 2017
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God forbid you bring a Walmart bike to one of these small bike shops. They’ll remind you every chance they get. Oh I can’t do this because you know........it’s a Walmart bike. Real snobby elitist.
darthska
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"Nobody buys rim brake MTBs" and "They don't make them" are 2 completely different things. If someone wants rim brakes and their budget is outside of the range of what a new bike would be, they can buy a really good used bike with rim brakes.Nobody buys MTB:s with rim brakes. They dont even make them anymore
But that's beside the point anyway, because yes, there are new bikes still being made with rim brakes. On the lower end of a new bike price range, yes, and usually less durable, but to say they don't make them is inaccurate.
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darthska
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Yes, there are definitely pretentious shops that just don't want to deal with department store bikes in general, for sure.
But...
There are also a crap ton of people that come in with huge problems like "It's loose when I pedal" or "The back wheel is all wobbly." When you tell them "Your bottom bracket is broken and needs to be replaced, which will be anywhere from $40 to $60 in parts and labor," or "Your rear hub is loose, and it's at least $10 to get that wheel off and tightened, and that's if the bearings in the hub aren't broken," then they cuss YOU out. "Man, eff that. You MFers expect me to pay another $60? I barely bought it a couple months ago for $75."
It's... frustrating. I've told customers before "I don't expect you to do anything. I'm just telling you what the problem is and what it's going to cost." And then it turns into a back and forth that goes nowhere and is just a frustrating waste of time. "I thought it would be like $5 to fix it. I can't do $60 for a bottom... whatever you said. Can you all just tighten it for like $5?" Of course not. It's... broken... internally. It was made with crap parts so you could buy it for $75 and think you're getting a steal.
darthska
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100% the way to go, IMO. I've never bought a new bike, and most likely never will. Same with cars, honestly.
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Cant deny this aspect of it as well. Theres definitely a lack of frustration that I can see due to lack of knowledge. Some customers just like to argue as well, without any intent of a conclusion.
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having trouble putting air in my mtb bike suspension, its so damn soft and fidgeting around i took out more air lol
Thierry Henry
formerly louislagerfeld
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Wow man, this post was super informative. I appreciate that man. Now i wonder if the 7710 chainring would fit on the 7600 cranks, i like the aesthetics of the small cutouts where they get bolted down.
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Wow man, this post was super informative. I appreciate that man. Now i wonder if the 7710 chainring would fit on the 7600 cranks, i like the aesthetics of the small cutouts where they get bolted down.
It’ll work, both are 144bcd.
darthska
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You're using an air shock pump, right? Not just a regular pump like for tires?
- Oct 8, 2007
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So to add into this buying mood I am in, anyone recommend any online bike shops for just general things like parts, apparel, etc?
In the Bay Area, we have Mash SF (https://www.mashsf.com) which I've bought pedals, toe clips, bar tape and other components from them. I like supporting any local business even if they aren't in my area so any suggestions would be cool. There is also a guy here in Oakland has a shop that he sells some miscellaneous stuff through a brand called Deluxe Cycles: https://deluxe-cycles.myshopify.com.
In the Bay Area, we have Mash SF (https://www.mashsf.com) which I've bought pedals, toe clips, bar tape and other components from them. I like supporting any local business even if they aren't in my area so any suggestions would be cool. There is also a guy here in Oakland has a shop that he sells some miscellaneous stuff through a brand called Deluxe Cycles: https://deluxe-cycles.myshopify.com.
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Thierry Henry
formerly louislagerfeld
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thank you man, think i'm gonna cop the chainring and crankset(in good condition) used and the bottom bracket new
yea, i know about both....my toe clips are from Mash and i was gonna cop a Deluxe chainring but then i seen how insanely expensive they are
i've posted these sites before
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ArmandoJF33
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Just put a pre-order on this bad boy. I live in South Florida, not a lot of hills. I will use it mostly for comfort and around trails and parks where I live. Plus I got kids and the rack in the back makes it easier.
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- Apr 15, 2004
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Clean bikes
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are there any good handlheld airshock/ tire pump combos yall have used?
if ima buy an air shock would prefer one that does both that i can carry maybe
if ima buy an air shock would prefer one that does both that i can carry maybe
- Oct 8, 2007
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Just got some new continental gatorskins for my old 2010 Bianchi Pista. Pretty much fixed this bike in better condition just for the heck of it. Did my first tire change ever and can't say it was fun. Also got new Mash bar tape, new saddle from Fabric, and MKS x Mash toe clips and peddles. Only thing I want left is a Quadlock setup for my phone and perhaps lights for the front and back of the bike.
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- May 21, 2004
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I got merked yesterday. Took the largest chainring to the back of my knee. Put a nasty hole in my flesh...Wasn’t even riding was just leaning on the bike on the sidewalk and the front wheel Slid out sideways or something, I tried to hold to the bike from the top tube and it slipped under me, I felt a sharp cut and then blood everywhere
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