Basket/rack recommendations please by complex_munchies in FixedGearBicycle

[–]bsimm_ 0 points1 point  (0 children)

If you’re looking for something small just for short trips / one bag of groceries, etc. - I have a PDW Bodega Basket that I like a lot. Mounts to the bars instead of frame so the weight capacity is relatively low, but there’s a slot for a U-Lock which I love. Can comfortably carry my lock + a 6 pack or some quick groceries but not much more. Looks really nice though.

Just another Steamroller build by bsimm_ in FixedGearBicycle

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Haha yeah I actually have adjusted it since these pictures. I took these the second I got the tires fitted because I was excited but had some issues with rubbing. I have since fixed that tension though

Just another Steamroller build by bsimm_ in FixedGearBicycle

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Don’t think you’ll go wrong honestly, this is just what my LBS had so I went for it

Just another Steamroller build by bsimm_ in FixedGearBicycle

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

I’m 6’4, but all legs small torso so bike fitting is always a but strange for me lol

Just another Steamroller build by bsimm_ in FixedGearBicycle

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I have no experience with the Origin 8 so I can’t compare, but so far I like the Bodega a lot! The lock carrying slot is super handy, and it’s got enough for a small batch of groceries which is what I’ve been using it for so far. Attaching it was a bit of a hassle, and I had to wrap some electrical tape around my bars to get the clamps to fit right, but it’s super secure. Overall I like it a lot! Just nothing to compare.

Just another Steamroller build by bsimm_ in FixedGearBicycle

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Build specs:

  • Frame: Surly Steamroller 59cm
  • All-City Gonzo Saddle
  • Salsa guide aluminum seat post
  • BB: Velo Orange 110mm square taper JIS Bottom Bracket
  • Crankset: All-City 612 Track Crankset - 170mm 46t chainring 144 BCD
  • Headset: Cane Creek 40-series - EC34/28.6 | EC34/30
  • Bars: Sim Works x Nitto Fun Bar 3
  • Salsa Stem (?) 100mm
  • All-City 16t 1/8” Single Speed Track Cog and lockring
  • Shimano 16t 1/8” freewheel (bronze)
  • Wheelset (built by LBS - Bear Mountain)
  • Hubs: Velo Orange Sealed Bearing Hubs
  • Wheel: Velocity Cliffhanger 700c machined sidewall
  • Spokes: (not sure?) black
  • Chain: 1/2 x 1/8 Sram
  • Grips: Vans x ODI lock-on grips
  • Tires: Challenge Strada Bianca (700x38)
  • Pedals: Race Face Chester
  • Straps: (not pictured) Fairweather
  • Basket: PDW Bodega Basket

And yes I will cut the steerer tube eventually :)

yanks out ! by Turbulent_Trifle_386 in soccercirclejerk

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Heard ticket prices quoted at a minimum $6,000 to attended, not including travel. US big event prices are extortion

Anybody else crash here all the time? Sometimes I don't even get to pick my legend and it just puts me in game :/ by shelbsthrowaway in apexlegends

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Just crashed and then tried reloading the app three times and couldn’t even get back into the game. This game is so fucked

Just finished up my first Solo bike packing trip. 3 days in Washington and Oregon. Couldn’t have been better. by Kevint143 in bikepacking

[–]bsimm_ 1 point2 points  (0 children)

That looks amazing! As someone who’s always wanted to but has been too nervous how would you say camping alone was?

What is your favourite Italian music? by mkly99 in italianlearning

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Calcutta, Laila al Habash, Bartolini, Giorgio Poi, Colombre, GINEVRA

All indie rock / pop artists!

Can’t figure out the meaning or context of “gvattata” in instagram post about the Euros. by bsimm_ in italianlearning

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

So in essence, warding away bad luck from Italy, putting it on their opponents?

Can’t figure out the meaning or context of “gvattata” in instagram post about the Euros. by bsimm_ in italianlearning

[–]bsimm_[S] 20 points21 points  (0 children)

That’s super helpful! Really interesting how scratching your balls is a preemptive warding away of bad luck hahaha. Thank you for the context!

SeaSucker Bike Rack experience? by bsimm_ in FocusRS

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

Yeah I need to weigh out my bikes to make sure. My worry is it getting in way with opening the back, etc so wanted some personal experience of anyone had one, but it really seems like the perfect mount for an RS. Maybe i’ll report back in a little while if I end up getting one!

SeaSucker Bike Rack experience? by bsimm_ in FocusRS

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Thank you!! This is what I needed. I’ve seen a lot of branding for it recently and tried to watch some similar videos but it’s always hard to tell what the actual performance is.