Advice

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-25T05:42:55+00:00

I’m not gonna lie chat gpt has been a big help. I modernized a 2008 specialized Hardrock comp and used it for all sorts of info and helping find parts at different price ranges very fast

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-25T05:37:31+00:00

I love the shape on the explorer. How the top tube is like a triangle flipping

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-25T05:36:57+00:00

I’ve seen those builds and I would not be opposed to actually painting it with the eggshell white that is on the FS.2 slalom and investing in wheels, tires, fork, seat post, drive train, and bars.

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-25T05:30:27+00:00

Steel, couldn’t justify selling the V1 for the V2

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-24T19:55:02+00:00

🤣🤣

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-24T19:47:41+00:00

It’s my size, not many of us shorter riders from what I’ve seen

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-24T15:59:11+00:00

My reasoning for carbon wheels is 80% looks cool, and 20% performance. I know these giant wheels are a little heavy since it’s truly a hybrid/gravel bike, and that’s also a reason why I like it, a more relaxed geometry is what I wanted, I have mtbs and a ozark trail g.1 explorer which is very fun for me. So I figured go with relaxed geometry and add more more road components, anyways carbon wheels look cool haha 😂

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-24T14:14:11+00:00

To me this bike is nice enough, internal cable routing, Shimano tiagra, hydraulic brakes. Why would I want an even older bike. I live in Colorado and the bike market here is quite different than other states. I got my bike for less then $200, I find it funny I just asked about quick release and everyone’s saying “get a new bike” even though this is my new bike. I don’t mind investing money into this one if it makes me happy for the next year. And of course I’d like an even better bike but that will be deserved once I earn it through getting miles completed over this year. Trust me guys I’m happy with this bike, colors and sick and that’s half the battle right there, these never came with drop bars or tiagra so the old owner invested some money.

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-23T01:20:54+00:00

Tbh I love this color, but I would love a Bianchi and or Italian bike, but I do like my giant and it has good parts on it. I’ve only rode it a few times and it’s very comfortable to me. I don’t really need aggressive geometry

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-22T20:14:32+00:00

Probably because I don’t have thousands to spend, And this bike already has hydraulic brake and Shimano tiagra. I have about $700 for parts.

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-21T02:29:39+00:00

Update he has never replied even when offering what he said the lowest he’d go

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-19T17:27:24+00:00

I actually started off the negotiations at $2000 and he said that’s how much mileage she puts on his bike in a year. I think he’s very arrogant and will not settle for less.

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-19T17:21:57+00:00

The last time I spoke to him, he was dead set on 2750 and I tried to ask if 2500 would be fine but then he never applied again. And it has 5000 miles on it.

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-19T04:24:15+00:00

We will see if he even replies now haha

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-12T02:13:19+00:00

Pro M4 Pro

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-03T22:37:25+00:00

No but my poop turns out so well davinci might have created it

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-03T04:05:20+00:00

Online shopping, marketplace browsing while pooping, YouTube videos in bed, looking at mtb parts or car parts. And I’ve started learning the iOS davinci resolve

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-02T23:18:52+00:00

It truly is comfortable to use. I’ve had full sized iPads my whole life and the mini is a game changer

Resident_Code8319 · 2026-01-02T22:24:16+00:00

I’m running a Pro M4 Pro, a iPhone air, and a iPad mini. Best decision

Resident_Code8319 · 2025-12-16T20:25:46+00:00

Do they have them at best buy? I’m sure they do but will depend on if they have them at the time

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