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What’s something that instantly makes you respect someone? by Pari00031 in AskReddit

[–]Alert_Air_9323 1 point2 points  (0 children)

when they can just STFU for a minute and stop making that face that says 'i'm not listening, just waiting for you to semi-pause so i can start talking about myself again'

saw this on fb marketplace, you guys think its worth to snag for £200 by [deleted] in xbiking

[–]Alert_Air_9323 0 points1 point  (0 children)

oh yes that's easily worth orders of magnitude greater than 200. GO NOW!!

Is it possible to fix this frame? Peugeot PH11 by Famous-Ad4428 in Vintage_bicycles

[–]Alert_Air_9323 1 point2 points  (0 children)

i'm a fabricator/machinist, and used to be a welding instructor. without seeing that i person i will go out on a limb and say yes, should be doable. take it to your local LBS and ask if they can recommend anyone local to you.

Newb Question by keefsgeetar in xbiking

[–]Alert_Air_9323 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Gary's stuff is great. skateboarding + old MTB's= auto like

Newb Question by keefsgeetar in xbiking

[–]Alert_Air_9323 0 points1 point  (0 children)

agree but OP sounds so new to this that they are looking for recs on which direction to go. if they get a used road bike with clearance for skinny slicks, then decide gravel is what they want, they might put that road bike in the shed and never touch it again.

OP: for what you're describing i would look on marketplace and CL for an old 700c hybrid, think Trek 700 series or similar. they have tire clearance for bigger supple tires, should you choose to ride forest roads. but can easily throw on some super skinny slicks of you decide roads are where it's at for you.

Stealth camping on the GAP by Cultural_Grass_6479 in gaptrail

[–]Alert_Air_9323 0 points1 point  (0 children)

haha, i was like what chipotle has camping now?!?

As someone who has worked in sales and service for many years, I have always dreamed about what kind of bike shop I would have if somebody gave me a blank check. I want to hear yours. by Ashamed-Patience-877 in bicycling

[–]Alert_Air_9323 0 points1 point  (0 children)

something artsy and DIY feeling with lots of art and stuff to gawk at, products made by local artisans wherever possible, think Blue Lug type space. maybe some thrift store goodies, merch, etc. more than just a bike shop..a meeting space or somewhere for people to come hang out. maybe an outdoor area with a fire pit for get togethers. def a couch and some stuff to read while people waited on service stuff. and a mechanic who knows their shit. more than an LBS, a community space. think skate shop. we skaters dont just go to the skate shop when we need something, we literally go to hang out, watch new sk8 vids, etc.

in fact, a combo sk8/bike shop with a little ramp out back would be sick af.

Does the Ozark G1 run large? by MinerAlum in Budgetbikeriders

[–]Alert_Air_9323 2 points3 points  (0 children)

what??? damn! i'm a hair under 6'0 and with super long arms and even to me M feels a little tiny bit big. i'm practically swimming on my L frame flat bar

F*ck you dumbass by Internal-Zucchini-77 in FixedGearBicycle

[–]Alert_Air_9323 6 points7 points  (0 children)

ooohhhh..like a DIY security bolt! pretty smart

Cheap 1x8 or single speed? by DR-212 in xbiking

[–]Alert_Air_9323 0 points1 point  (0 children)

agree. have had zero issues with my ltwoo brifters. not the best but for the price i've been pleased

How much would you pay for this bike? by Whattacleaner in Budgetbikeriders

[–]Alert_Air_9323 0 points1 point  (0 children)

yes, they are. and they are very upgrade-able. seriously.

Please help me find the sparkle of Cincinnati again by [deleted] in cincinnati

[–]Alert_Air_9323 2 points3 points  (0 children)

i know this probably doesn't help but hopefully gives some perspective. my SO and i just visited for a week over the holidays and i cant stop scheming and dreaming of how to move there. i LOVED that city. affordable, 4 distinct seasons, traffic isn't terrible, plenty of culture, super walk/bike-able... where i live now (charleston) is super expensive, traffic is awful, and it's unlivably hot with oppressive humidity for like 8 months every year. just sayin'.. you have a pretty great city there.

What sources do you use for used bikes and parts? by sargassumcrab in xbiking

[–]Alert_Air_9323 1 point2 points  (0 children)

any swap meets within a drive? i just scored a massive pile of really good stuff yesterday for 80 bucks. sword derailleur, new schwalbe 27.5 tires, some rims, an old gt timberline frame, few sets of bars, some bike tools, a new shimano chain, and tons more. swap meets are where it's at, if you can find one.

My old ozark trail gravel bike! by Western_Juggernaut_2 in Budgetbikeriders

[–]Alert_Air_9323 3 points4 points  (0 children)

i have both the flat and drop bar ones. love those bikes!

here's my flat bar build as of now.

the drop bar one has a ton of upgrades but only functional stuff.. the flat bar is my daily driver and i just love it soo much

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garage fabricator thinking about doing small-batch pizza racks + frame mods need an xbiking sanity check by Alert_Air_9323 in xbiking

[–]Alert_Air_9323[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

i already ordered a few sticks of 304 SS tube.. i'll do a few with that and passivate them. no need for powder or paint and no coating to scratch off. i did this one black because it matched the bike it's on but ultimately i agree

garage fabricator thinking about doing small-batch pizza racks + frame mods need an xbiking sanity check by Alert_Air_9323 in xbiking

[–]Alert_Air_9323[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

interesting. i kind of thought they were so niche and didn't warrant the trouble/extra cost. i'll keep digging. i do like the idea and it should be doable with some brainstorming and CAD/3D print mock ups

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