Picture of your Bike...[BICYCLES ONLY PLEASE] - Page 4

JBazz · Dec 7, 2006, 02:34 AM

I have an Electra Black Betty

ozontheroad · Dec 16, 2006, 02:52 AM

Here's mine, I'm getting it ready for my next trip ( 1500 Km -aprox-)

jmoss · 04:10 AM

HckySo · 11:30 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by hotboiled

HckySo = the are COOOOOL
are the pricy ?

Some of the bikes that are in good condition and rare can run anywhere up to like $2000

SkyBell · Dec 16, 2006, 01:43 PM

bought it at Wal-Mart for $70.00

toontra · 02:38 PM

This is my current do-it-all:

http://att.macrumors.com/attachment....1&d=1166299123

An Orange Clockwork circa 1997 (I think). I've just finished building it up from a frame I bough on ebay. These (for those who don't know) are lightweight steel frames made in the UK. It's pretty damn nippy and will do almost anything. I'm planning a 600 miler on it next summer (4 x 150 per day), which is why the rigid forks (and pannier rack!).

I left the frame looking fairly tatty in the futile hope of deterring London's bike-nicking toerags, but the components are actually fairly decent (winter wheels on at the moment - some nice Mavics waiting for the better weather!).

EvryDayImShufln · Dec 16, 2006, 05:47 PM

Heres mine

Kona dew 2004, pretty fast and decent price.

clasicks · Mar 1, 2007, 04:32 PM

Gordy · Apr 3, 2007, 05:18 AM

After many years of sitting on my bottom staring at a computer screen it was time to get fit again. I used to love mountain biking back in the day and we have a huge park and wood with lots of trails behind the house. It would be rude not to make use of it!

Lots had changed since I last rode, it was a whole new world, but I eventually picked up a Saracen Mantra 3 off Ebay. Its a great little bike, it's a wee bit heavy, but should be bullet proof. I had to get few extra bits for it. First of which were a crud catcher some Sram gripshifters (First bike with them and I love them! The original shifters were wierd for my fingers.)and a bottle cage. I had a few rides and decided to get some new brakes too. I saw some superb Avid Juicy Ultimates on ebay. They have carbon levers and look ace. I still need to tweak them a bit before their first ride, but first impressions is that they rock.

I also noticed that the standard method manitou give you for attaching the front brake hose is as reliable as windows ME, I found a simple system produced by the brand M

art which seemed much better. It uses rubber O rings and little aluminium guides. It works very well.

More pics in my gallery: http://gordyhand.co.uk/gallery/v/genpics/mantra3/

jordygreen · Apr 3, 2007, 05:27 AM

here is my GT jamie Bestwick BMX

crdean1 · Apr 5, 2007, 05:22 PM

Well, as you know by post #1, I have been saving for a road bike for a while. I finally bought one. I have been riding my mountain bike for over two years on the road (about 100mi. per week) and it is taking its toll, but no more!

I bought a Litespeed Siena. I love the bike, and once I find the wheelset I want, it will be complete. Keep 'em coming!

livingfortoday · Apr 6, 2007, 10:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crdean1

Well, as you know by post #1, I have been saving for a road bike for a while. I finally bought one. I have been riding my mountain bike for over two years on the road (about 100mi. per week) and it is taking its toll, but no more!

I bought a Litespeed Siena. I love the bike, and once I find the wheelset I want, it will be complete. Keep 'em coming!

That's a pretty nice bike! What's wrong with the wheelset that makes you wanna change it right away?

crdean1 · Apr 11, 2007, 08:41 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by livingfortoday

That's a pretty nice bike! What's wrong with the wheelset that makes you wanna change it right away?

Thanks, I love it! Sorry for the late reply. I probably won't change them right away, but they are super light, and I weigh about 185-190 lbs right now. If I raced the bike, and had the body of a 150-160 lb. racer, I might keep them. I think that because they are so light, I lose out on some of the stifness, however, they really are pretty nice.

I would like to get the Mavic Ksyrium ES wheels. They are super stiff, light, and would look very well on the bike.

Linky: http://www.roadcyclinguk.com/news/ar...AN/726/v/2/sp/

livingfortoday · Apr 11, 2007, 09:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crdean1

Thanks, I love it! Sorry for the late reply. I probably won't change them right away, but they are super light, and I weigh about 185-190 lbs right now. If I raced the bike, and had the body of a 150-160 lb. racer, I might keep them. I think that because they are so light, I lose out on some of the stifness, however, they really are pretty nice.

I would like to get the Mavic Ksyrium ES wheels. They are super stiff, light, and would look very well on the bike.

Linky: http://www.roadcyclinguk.com/news/ar...AN/726/v/2/sp/

Ah, ok. Mavic's are pretty nice, I just ordered a set of wheels built around some Mavic rims, have yet to try them out, though. I've found that spoke count affects stiffness more than weight of the wheel, and I feel slower on heavier wheels. Like, physically slower. It's not a huge difference, but it's there.

But a lot of biking is how something feels, and I don't race, but I do try to keep my commute time as low as possible!

erickkoch · Apr 11, 2007, 10:43 AM

My Cannondale Jekyll.

crdean1 · Apr 11, 2007, 02:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by livingfortoday

Ah, ok. Mavic's are pretty nice, I just ordered a set of wheels built around some Mavic rims, have yet to try them out, though. I've found that spoke count affects stiffness more than weight of the wheel, and I feel slower on heavier wheels. Like, physically slower. It's not a huge difference, but it's there.

But a lot of biking is how something feels, and I don't race, but I do try to keep my commute time as low as possible!

Agreed, and I think these Mavics will provide the stiffness while at the same time being light. Let me know how you like yours.

Also to the bike above, nice Cannondale, I love me some Cannondale Mtn. Bikes.

wkw · 02:25 AM

Titanium Rotator Pursuit

~24lbs, not bad for a lawn chair bike

Rotator Bikes

livingfortoday · Apr 15, 2007, 04:01 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crdean1

Agreed, and I think these Mavics will provide the stiffness while at the same time being light. Let me know how you like yours.

Well, I finally got 'em on the bike and rode a bit yesterday, and they're pretty nice so far. Light, and kind of stiff. I have some cheap Alex rims on my other bike, and these ride a bit better, it feels. But it's all in the eye of the particular cyclist, though, so just 'cause I like 'em doesn't mean you will. I recommend 'em, though.

crdean1 · Apr 15, 2007, 08:26 PM

Thanks for posting, everyone I know that has Mavics loves them. I'll post some pics when I am finally able to get the wheels.

crdean1 · Jun 11, 2007, 09:56 AM

New Wheelset and headset, now just need to work on stem and bars. The Ksyriums roll very nice and are pretty stiff.

XIII · Jun 11, 2007, 10:20 AM

Very nice.. How much is that worth in total, with the upgrades?

crdean1 · Jun 11, 2007, 10:28 AM

That is an interesting question, and I can assure you I didn't pay what it is 'worth'. I bought the bike as a demo, and a friend that works at a LBS gave me a super discount on the wheels ($400 off.)

Retail, today, the bike would cost about $5,000.00 including tax.

$3199 (sale price @ most shops now) - Litespeed Siena w/ Ultegra build

Upgrades:
$1150 - Ksyrium ES wheelset
$150 - Chris King headset
$150 - KeO Sprint Pedals
other minor upgrades...

I got a very good deal on all this stuff, or I definitely would not have it.

XIII · Jun 11, 2007, 11:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by crdean1

That is an interesting question, and I can assure you I didn't pay what it is 'worth'. I bought the bike as a demo, and a friend that works at a LBS gave me a super discount on the wheels ($400 off.)

Retail, today, the bike would cost about $5,000.00 including tax.

$3199 (sale price @ most shops now) - Litespeed Siena w/ Ultegra build

Upgrades:
$1150 - Ksyrium ES wheelset
$150 - Chris King headset
$150 - KeO Sprint Pedals
other minor upgrades...

I got a very good deal on all this stuff, or I definitely would not have it.

Thats nice, especially with the deals you got. I have a Trek road bike.. guess its about $1000. Just had the chainset upgraded, and a new chain and cassette. Its my first roadie.. I'm sort of trying to get into club cycling.

crdean1 · Jun 11, 2007, 11:53 AM

Treks are great bikes. Would love to see some pics. You might enjoy www.bikeforums.net (click on road cycling). As you get into biking, these guys can help with every question you could possibly have...and you may meet people to ride with. Best of luck, it is a very rewarding sport.

OllyW · Jun 11, 2007, 11:59 AM

Since people have mentioned titanium, my Cove Hummer

Dec 16, 2006, 02:52 AM	#77
ozontheroad macrumors 6502 Join Date: Aug 2006 Location: the reef	Here's mine, I'm getting it ready for my next trip ( 1500 Km -aprox-) Attached Thumbnails
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Dec 16, 2006, 02:57 AM	#78
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Dec 16, 2006, 02:06 PM	#81
toontra macrumors regular Join Date: Feb 2003 Location: London UK	This is my current do-it-all: http://att.macrumors.com/attachment....1&d=1166299123 An Orange Clockwork circa 1997 (I think). I've just finished building it up from a frame I bough on ebay. These (for those who don't know) are lightweight steel frames made in the UK. It's pretty damn nippy and will do almost anything. I'm planning a 600 miler on it next summer (4 x 150 per day), which is why the rigid forks (and pannier rack!). I left the frame looking fairly tatty in the futile hope of deterring London's bike-nicking toerags, but the components are actually fairly decent (winter wheels on at the moment - some nice Mavics waiting for the better weather!). Attached Thumbnails Last edited by toontra; Dec 16, 2006 at 02:38 PM.
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clasicks macrumors member Join Date: Jun 2006	__________________ Macbook 2.0 1 Gb RAM 100 Gb HDD
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Dec 7, 2006, 02:34 AM	#76
JBazz macrumors 6502 Join Date: Apr 2006	I have an Electra Black Betty
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Dec 16, 2006, 05:47 PM	#82
EvryDayImShufln macrumors 65816 Join Date: Sep 2006	Heres mine Kona dew 2004, pretty fast and decent price.
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Apr 3, 2007, 05:18 AM	#84
Gordy macrumors 6502a Join Date: May 2005 Location: Bristol, UK	After many years of sitting on my bottom staring at a computer screen it was time to get fit again. I used to love mountain biking back in the day and we have a huge park and wood with lots of trails behind the house. It would be rude not to make use of it! Lots had changed since I last rode, it was a whole new world, but I eventually picked up a Saracen Mantra 3 off Ebay. Its a great little bike, it's a wee bit heavy, but should be bullet proof. I had to get few extra bits for it. First of which were a crud catcher some Sram gripshifters (First bike with them and I love them! The original shifters were wierd for my fingers.)and a bottle cage. I had a few rides and decided to get some new brakes too. I saw some superb Avid Juicy Ultimates on ebay. They have carbon levers and look ace. I still need to tweak them a bit before their first ride, but first impressions is that they rock. I also noticed that the standard method manitou give you for attaching the front brake hose is as reliable as windows ME, I found a simple system produced by the brand Mart which seemed much better. It uses rubber O rings and little aluminium guides. It works very well. More pics in my gallery: http://gordyhand.co.uk/gallery/v/genpics/mantra3/ __________________ www: gordyhand.co.uk twitter: gordeh flickr: gordyhand
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Apr 3, 2007, 05:27 AM	#85
jordygreen macrumors 6502 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Leeds, UK	here is my GT jamie Bestwick BMX
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Apr 5, 2007, 05:22 PM	#86
crdean1 Thread Starter macrumors 6502a Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Texas	Finally Well, as you know by post #1, I have been saving for a road bike for a while. I finally bought one. I have been riding my mountain bike for over two years on the road (about 100mi. per week) and it is taking its toll, but no more! I bought a Litespeed Siena. I love the bike, and once I find the wheelset I want, it will be complete. Keep 'em coming! Attached Thumbnails
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Apr 11, 2007, 10:43 AM	#90
erickkoch macrumors 6502a Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Kalifornia	My Cannondale Jekyll. Attached Thumbnails __________________ Law of Logical Argument: Anything is possible if you don’t know what you are talking about.
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Apr 11, 2007, 02:42 PM	#92
wkw macrumors 6502 Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Eugene, OR	Titanium Rotator Pursuit ~24lbs, not bad for a lawn chair bike Rotator Bikes Last edited by wkw; Oct 28, 2007 at 02:25 AM.
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Apr 15, 2007, 08:26 PM	#94
crdean1 Thread Starter macrumors 6502a Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Texas	Thanks for posting, everyone I know that has Mavics loves them. I'll post some pics when I am finally able to get the wheels.
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Jun 11, 2007, 09:56 AM	#95
crdean1 Thread Starter macrumors 6502a Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Texas	Updates... New Wheelset and headset, now just need to work on stem and bars. The Ksyriums roll very nice and are pretty stiff.
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Jun 11, 2007, 10:20 AM	#96
XIII macrumors 68040 Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: England	Very nice.. How much is that worth in total, with the upgrades? __________________ "I want to win the championship, win the UEFA Champions League and be consistent. It's that simple." -------Arsene Wenger
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Jun 11, 2007, 10:28 AM	#97
crdean1 Thread Starter macrumors 6502a Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Texas	That is an interesting question, and I can assure you I didn't pay what it is 'worth'. I bought the bike as a demo, and a friend that works at a LBS gave me a super discount on the wheels ($400 off.) Retail, today, the bike would cost about $5,000.00 including tax. $3199 (sale price @ most shops now) - Litespeed Siena w/ Ultegra build Upgrades: $1150 - Ksyrium ES wheelset $150 - Chris King headset $150 - KeO Sprint Pedals other minor upgrades... I got a very good deal on all this stuff, or I definitely would not have it.
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Jun 11, 2007, 11:53 AM	#99
crdean1 Thread Starter macrumors 6502a Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Texas	Treks are great bikes. Would love to see some pics. You might enjoy www.bikeforums.net (click on road cycling). As you get into biking, these guys can help with every question you could possibly have...and you may meet people to ride with. Best of luck, it is a very rewarding sport.
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Jun 11, 2007, 11:59 AM	#100
OllyW Demi-God (Moderator) Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: The Black Country, England	Since people have mentioned titanium, my Cove Hummer
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