Bicyclettes

[knucks]

Bought a new frame..

[ipp]

Never seen a Bonti crack? I get at least 3 or 4 a month. All driveside, rear wheel. I'm not even a Trek dealer. Granted, my statement was a little bold, but, well, that's the internet. I won't recommend a Bonti, and check everyone that comes in for cracks at the eyelets.

i rarely see bontragers crack and i would see them on a daily basis over the summer. bontragers are actually pretty decent wheel sets for the money, and easy to get too. plus they will usually cover them, no question, if anything goes wrong.

[mlproject]

mcdonalds bike at the top ofo this page?

[the_state]

pedal clips are fucking pissing me off. am i a fool to order my next set clipless?

[bluespring]

^those nylon straps are crap i fell down like so many times on those

i suggest decent straps mine feel like heaven and earth after the upgrade

[permanent]

there is nothing more satisfying than kashimax dual sprint

[Tronics]

my new bike

now idea what gearing i have but is it possible to change it to something a tad more forgiving?

[piece keeper]

Can anyone recommend a good pair of shorts? I'm getting massive chaffing after longer rides.

[funkdoobi]

no there isn't, it's a great cheap frame. I love mine... it's just kind of like buying a $2000 car and putting $5000 worth of audio stuff in it...i don't get it.

you're stomping on my dream of getting an 87 civic hatchback and ricing it out with 8000$ rims and a 4000$ subwoofer

[knucks]

my new bike

now idea what gearing i have but is it possible to change it to something a tad more forgiving?

yep you can change it

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[renski]

my new bike

now idea what gearing i have but is it possible to change it to something a tad more forgiving?

your seat is too high..lower that shit asap.

[tmccarthy41]

anyone have any advise to give me regarding switching a drop bar to a straight bar on my felt dispatch? I'm thinking I'm going to keep just the rear brake, but I'm not sure on how to mount the lever, after I take off the drop bars

[ipp]

Can anyone recommend a good pair of shorts? I'm getting massive chaffing after longer rides.

are you talking trendy shorts or actual tight cycling shorts? if you are talking actual cycling shorts, i would personally recommend santini or assos. get bib shorts, cause they don't fall down like regular ones. they are expensive, expect to pay over $100. if you're looking for a casual look short, go with swobo. they make shorts where you can insert their liners.

[Appleseed]

are you talking trendy shorts or actual tight cycling shorts? if you are talking actual cycling shorts, i would personally recommend santini or assos. get bib shorts, cause they don't fall down like regular ones.

Has anyone actually had this happen to them? I've been cycling for years, and have always been fine with non-bib cycling shorts. Mtb, road, whatever; the idea of spandex slipping down is odd.

[the Repeater]

It doesn't really slip down. You do away with elastic at the waist, which is more comfortable, and if you're riding cross or MTB, it's nice cause your shorts don't catch on the saddle.

Any 8-panel shorts are going to be really good. I like Sugoi a lot, Pearl Izumi is really good too. Everyone says Italian brands, but then, you're just spending a lot for extra padding that's really not necessary.

[rockon99]

sooooo.... am i missing something? or is the Bianchi Pista Concept frame nowhere to be found on Bianchi's website?

im thinkin of a fixie as my next bike and i wanna see some specs, prices, etc.. lil help?

[piece keeper]

are you talking trendy shorts or actual tight cycling shorts? if you are talking actual cycling shorts, i would personally recommend santini or assos. get bib shorts, cause they don't fall down like regular ones. they are expensive, expect to pay over $100. if you're looking for a casual look short, go with swobo. they make shorts where you can insert their liners.

I was looking for actual cycling shorts. I was actually looking at the Pearl Izumi Slice Ultrasensor shorts since they're on sale at Nashbar. And I'm looking to spend less than $100. Any thoughts?

Edit: Oh, and since these will be my first pair of shorts, I don't know if they work well with pants? Are they thin enough to wear under jeans, etc.?

[rockon99]

^ seconded..

[selaviso]

sooooo.... am i missing something? or is the Bianchi Pista Concept frame nowhere to be found on Bianchi's website?

im thinkin of a fixie as my next bike and i wanna see some specs, prices, etc.. lil help?

read through this thread man you will find a lot of info.

[diewhitegirls]

I was looking for actual cycling shorts. I was actually looking at the Pearl Izumi Slice Ultrasensor shorts since they're on sale at Nashbar. And I'm looking to spend less than $100. Any thoughts?

Edit: Oh, and since these will be my first pair of shorts, I don't know if they work well with pants? Are they thin enough to wear under jeans, etc.?

The right pair of bike shorts will be skin tight and fairly thin (except in the chamois area). There are different thicknesses of chamois and if you wear your Dior 17cm that are sized to a SuFu fit, I guarantee that you will be the laughing stock of...well every group of people. If chafing has been your issue, may I recommend a very light pad with Chamois Butter (http://www.rei.com/product/742166?cm_mmc=cse_froogle-_-datafeed-_-product-_-742166&mr:trackingCode=83B3DC5E-1C9A-DD11-873B-0019B9C043EB&mr:referralID=NA).

[hollowsleather]

x-post from leather creations;

Made this yesterday. It's hard to snap the snap when there's nothing inside, but I really like it. Turned out nice, and it should be really durable.

Toe strap for attachment because it's quicker than a buckle. Quick is nice when you have to take it off to lock up.

Thoughts?

[enojy]

Thoughts?

I would consider buying one if you ever made more! the pack i've got on there now is a piece of shit; barely holds a spare tube and a pack of cigarettes. i'd just be worried about the adverse effects of rain, since lately i seem to be getting rained on 1-2 times a week.

i should pick up a leather saddle first though, so it doesn't fuck up the contrast of the whole bike (black with dark grey trim.)

[mlproject]

lulze @ smoking and riding bikes. way to be counterproductive.

[rockon99]

read through this thread man you will find a lot of info.

eh, yeah, i was fearing that haha ima start readin..........

its like a $1000 frame right?

[mlproject]

sooooo.... am i missing something? or is the Bianchi Pista Concept frame nowhere to be found on Bianchi's website?

im thinkin of a fixie as my next bike and i wanna see some specs, prices, etc.. lil help?

if you buy a concept for your first bike, i hope you wreck it because you can't stop on it just like this guy that broke his arm in williamsburg over the weekend when he got plowed while n00b riding.

[hollowsleather]

I would consider buying one if you ever made more!

I will be making more, and in more sizes. Anyone who is seriously interested should PM me.

[knucks]

Why the fuck would you keep the rear brake? Use the front

[ipp]

I was looking for actual cycling shorts. I was actually looking at the Pearl Izumi Slice Ultrasensor shorts since they're on sale at Nashbar. And I'm looking to spend less than $100. Any thoughts?

Edit: Oh, and since these will be my first pair of shorts, I don't know if they work well with pants? Are they thin enough to wear under jeans, etc.?

pearl izumi are great. honestly, all the name brand cycling shorts are pretty decent, haven't had problems with any certain brands. you could wear them under jeans, but the chamois might look funny in the crotch area. don't be afraid to wear them alone, they ain't homo. get a cycling jersey if you wear them alone so you don't look like a tri guy.

[diewhitegirls]

sooooo.... am i missing something? or is the Bianchi Pista Concept frame nowhere to be found on Bianchi's website?

im thinkin of a fixie as my next bike and i wanna see some specs, prices, etc.. lil help?

From what I understand, Pista Concept was an American made bike and Bianchi is halting production/eliminating their American side of things.

[brightbill]

i think it was 6-700 for a new concept frame last season. retail, then they got flipped absurdly.

get a kilo for your "first fixie". not a tight aluminum track frame that isnt drilled for brakes...