HESHIANDET Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 glucosamine chonodroitin complex i get mine at costco. good shit so, the thing w/ not wanting a bike from a mass manufacturer comes down to this for me. id rather have a bike that is not pumped out by a robot by the thousands in china. fuck that. i want soul in my bike and that comes from italy Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubbish heap two Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 MSM is as good as if not better then Glocousamine. Yes, your pain will return when you stop taking it. No, this doesn't mean the problem is "masked". MSM, much like vitamin C, is deficient in the world's diet for some reason that it's not naturally found in plants as it once was I guess. Well one of the things you notice when you take MSM is no more muscle cramps, no joint pains, no aches in general. Your body uses it to convert it into glocousamine and other things. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soupBDC Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 I can't care less about make when it comes to frames. It's mostly all columbus or reynolds tubing, and saying you don't want it made in China because that's where everything's made is demeaning to the workers already on the butt end of free trade (not really, but Americans seem to think so). If the welds are quality, how can anyone justify a bike made in america has more soul than one made elsewhere? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
the man the myth the GOON Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 /\/\cosigned. a bike company might have a great history, but a bike frame has "soul" for what you put into it. i've had bikes i hated, because i ate shit or flatted too many times on them. and i've had bikes that put me in the hospital that i loved. yeah... sooo. signing bonus bike thoughts: i'm going to get a SS mountain bike (and also finish building the one i've been projecting for the year). Gary Fisher Rig or complete custom build of the KONA A frame (soft tail SS, 26") is where i'm at. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joker Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 i want soul in my bike and that comes from italy You can buy soul from just about any builder who does so by hand. I will go to the grave defending Vanilla frames as some of the most beautiful handbuilt frames Ive ever seen. Not made in Italy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HESHIANDET Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 You can buy soul from just about any builder who does so by hand. I will go to the grave defending Vanilla frames as some of the most beautiful handbuilt frames Ive ever seen. Not made in Italy. i whole heartedly agree, i was just being poignent (sp?).... ps: after months of on again off again riding i went and got refitted to my bike and bought a new stem, saddle, and had everything adjusted just right for my injury riddled back and chubby belly. shit is awesome. everyone should get a proper professional fit done. absolutely worht the money for the experience and knowledge in the process. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Issac Brock Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 what is that vitamin/supplement that is gonna keep my knees right? Talk to a doctor. Those supplements may or may not help, but your doctor might have some advice actually backed by medical evidence. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
!@#$% Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 anyone have any suggestions for a place i can get a female road frame to modify to a fixed gear? aside from ebay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
!@#$% Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 Talk to a doctor. Those supplements may or may not help, but your doctor might have some advice actually backed by medical evidence. glucosamine/chondroitin is recommended to my ma and she has big time knee problemos Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HESHIANDET Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 glucosamine/chondroitin is recommended to my ma and she has big time knee problemos i have back problems and every doctor and physical therapist i ever saw told me to take it. def good along side rehab and proper strength training. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
For Placement Only Posted November 13, 2006 Share Posted November 13, 2006 I dont know about a wallride on a concrete barrier, theres a guy who does a semi wall ride on a fence in the trailer for mash, and this is pretty dope kinda sorta. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joker Posted November 14, 2006 Share Posted November 14, 2006 anyone have any suggestions for a place i can get a female road frame to modify to a fixed gear? aside from ebay More and more companies are coming out with wome's specific geometry frames and I think it's about freakin' time. I'm sure you've done a Google search to see what you can come up with but I would also suggest talking with someone who does handbuilt frames. I think you'll find that once costs are done and over with... you're pretty much coming out the same. And the feeling you'll have riding a handbuilt frame to your specific needs and body geometrics compared to a facory frame is going to be unmatchable, if that's even a word. I'm not sure where you currently reside but I can guarentee you can find at least one custom frame builder in your area... though I bet you can find more. I've noticed a lot more women out racing in my area and a good handful of them are riding custom fitted frames. From Serotta & Seven to small time guys as well. From what I understand the comfort level is superior, for women, in regards to custom over factory built. I have no idea what your budget is though!! ANT makes some interesting custom bikes... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoiseuth Posted November 14, 2006 Share Posted November 14, 2006 to the chicagoans. does anyone do sizing in the chicagoland area? i would guess the answer is yes which begs the question: where? please and thank you. ps - i am working on getting that link to the wallride up onto the barrier. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dosoner Posted November 14, 2006 Share Posted November 14, 2006 ^looks like a photo from bike kill Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joker Posted November 14, 2006 Share Posted November 14, 2006 As for bike fitting... just about any decent shop is going to do fittings. Even a semi-decent shop will have a "fit-kit" which will handle all the basics and is way better than judging just stand over height. If you're looking for something more aggressive and more detailed then there's the Wobblenaught fitting and you can find a LBS that does it by going to their website. I've had it done before and it's pretty intensive. Laser measuring and cleat positioning and everything is taken into consideration from seat height to for and aft, handlebar width, stem length and height... everything. It's good but they tend to go with a more aggressive racing position. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
whoiseuth Posted November 14, 2006 Share Posted November 14, 2006 cool, gracias. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dosoner Posted November 14, 2006 Share Posted November 14, 2006 There's snobbery in everything folks. Yeah, I liked that band before they got all famous. Their demo was and still is the best. Yeah, the new Mustangs are nice but nothing will ever beat the classic styling of the original. Yeah, I was wearing skinny jeans back in the 80's before they were mainstream. Yeah, Mac's are just plain better computers. Smart makes a good point though about Giant. They do indeed make a lot of the frames for other well known companies around the world. However... I think the snobbery from certain riders pertains to vintage styling/ hard to find bikes rather than new. It seems like the ones whom I notice emitting the most snobbery are the ones riding the bikes you've never heard of or have only seen online or in books. Seems like the most of the cycling/ courier community is just stoked to see more folks on bikes. That's my view on it anyway. I have no shame in wanting a Bianchi Pista Concept from 2003. They're black and sexy and just look damn good. Set up with the right components is a dream I've been riding for about two years now. I've gotten close twice and been denied both times. Damn ebay... you should find the dude that stole mine 03 pista concept. i bet he would sell it to you dirty cheap. hopefully you fit a 57cm. the newer celest color schemed versions pop up on ebay pretty often, but they dont look nearly as cool as the older color setup. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdilla Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 I am looking at buy a new fixed gear. possibly a old raleigh 10 speed and converting it, how much do you think it reaonably cost for a daily commuter? P.S. Any tips on riding single speed? fixed or freewheel? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soupBDC Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 Tis the season for ebay frame shopping. Im not completly sold on buying a new Mark V for $250 so I started looking on ebay and fuck... there's some really fucking awesome frames going for pocket change. I need a goddamn city beater since I don't need to beat down any more bike jackers, but fuck each of these frames are going for under $400. This one really caught my eye. So do I build a fixie that I need and kinda want, or do I buy and build a roadbike that I HELLOF want, and if you picked B, would you buy a 2006 yellow/orange Trek 1000 for $400? I'll throw in the keo sprints for $50. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soupBDC Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 Waitno. Now I want a helmet cam. Maybe I'll just buy a Bowry or a Pista so I can afford a helmet cam. Anybody have one? Any recomendations? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
swedish erotica Posted November 15, 2006 Share Posted November 15, 2006 buy my bike(s) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rubbish heap two Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I am looking at buy a new fixed gear. possibly a old raleigh 10 speed and converting it, how much do you think it reaonably cost for a daily commuter? P.S. Any tips on riding single speed? fixed or freewheel? I ride a Raleigh fixed gear, lady I bought it from built it up with that frame. It's a solid bike and I haven't had to put any money into it that was out of necessity (repairs, broken parts), paid 250 for it. I donno if that helps you or not... but word of the wise, either the bottom bracket is a bit low for how the frame geometry is, or the crank arms are a bit long, because pedal strike is definitely a threat on really sharp turns (so I've modified the way I approach / execute turns). Fixed gear is more enjoyable then freewheel single speed in my opinion. To be honest I don't really like single speed freewheels, I'd rather have it be a have-everything-on-it road bike or a stripped-to-the-essentials fixed gear. The nice thing about fixed gears over road bikes is the momentum your pedals generate makes getting up hills a little easier versus just freewheel singlespeed too, but then again on a single speed going down hills is easier (unless you run a fixie with a pretty high gear ratio). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jdilla Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 thanks for the help. BTW i just aquired a raleigh gran sport i think it is. cost me 150 bucks and looked around think it may cost me about another 150 to convert to a fixed is this frame worth it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BUNBUNBIGGY Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 You could always just get good parts, then change the frame later on. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
For Placement Only Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 pretty easy route of gettin an old road bike, converting it. getting decent parts, and when you make enough cash get a decent frame to compliment. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soupBDC Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 Get whatever parts you want. I know I'm about to drop a third my bike cost on some Ti eggbeaters. Black and gold son. Black and gold. Where's those damn gold nitto bullhorns? haha. It seems everyone on a fixed gear has their seat jacked up as high as the post will go. Is that the look? Do people buy track frames smaller than road bike frames on purpose? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
For Placement Only Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 so that they could do tricks. and track frames looks "cooler" with the parts closer together... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joker Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 I'm pretty sure the trend is to buy smaller and hike up the seat and run a 120 stem or longer. This is what I've seen with guys who are riding for the trend and not for the aesthetic. Aesthetic guys are riding bikes that fit like they should. Smaller bikes, even with the seats & bars in the right position is going to be hard on the back and neck after a while. You'd have to be young to get away with that for any length of time. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
seeking Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 i do a lot of tricks on my fixed gear. 360 skids, one foot over the bar, no handed skids, etc. alot of real radical, cool looking stuff. seeks/psych, i think that shits hellof gay. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
soupBDC Posted November 16, 2006 Share Posted November 16, 2006 Hah. I'm overlooking a few things about fixed gear build I should probably ask you folks about as well. Cranks and cogs, it seems something around 46/16 would be a regular ratio. Anyone ever used bmx parts? With the crank, is it better to have a single solid piece, or bolt on chainrings? I must be fucking crazy to some of you to care this much about the looks of my bike. But cheggit. High seat post, low spine breaking bullhorns... sweet as hell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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