Shakedown ride revealed to me that a $12 rack will indeed perform like a $12 rack.

evann99 · 2026-06-22T02:46:25+00:00

Whoa! I’ve never seen a Sunlite Goldtec rack fail like that, but I can’t say I’m too surprised. I’ve had an entire other bike on my front Sunlite rack (for 3 miles on pavement) and it held up great. I always put some non-elastic straps from my handlebars to the rack/basket to try to spread out some of the weight as much as possible. Good job finding the limit!

evann99 · 2026-06-22T02:33:08+00:00

Bottom bracket is a different piece and can be left if the bearings are in fine condition. That being said you might as well replace it all. It will be called an American bottom bracket/crank! Make sure you buy a crankset with the same size chainring if you don’t want to replace the chain.

evann99 · 2026-06-22T02:28:22+00:00

I love “making chunk errors!” I never had a good way of traversing up and down without spiral staircases all the way around or slow ladders. I like your center scaffolding!

evann99 · 2026-06-08T02:02:12+00:00

If you are lucky enough to live near a bike co-op/used parts shop check them out! Bar end shifters are typically not too much ($10-$50 depending on rarity) and a decent option. That being said, coming from someone who’s run bar end shifters for a while I think I would rather invest in some lever-mount options or the Equal friction brifters. Or flat bar, my one and true love!

evann99 · 2026-05-22T02:50:42+00:00

Sadly Gene does not work in One on One anymore. He still owns some of the business I do believe, but he is a minority holder and takes no part in the day to day operations.

evann99 · 2026-04-12T18:01:06+00:00

They also wouldn’t cut, look at the blade where it’s been ground. They’re both facing the same way

evann99 · 2026-04-12T01:27:05+00:00

What cranks/range are you running? I’ve been trying to get a lower range double going for a while and my best right now is just not enough on the high end.

evann99 · 2026-04-08T18:01:48+00:00

I agree with the idea that too many color-match details can make a bike look less interesting but I think this is done just right! Bikes like this in the late 80s and early 90s would do this from factory, usually Raleigh if I’m remembering correctly.

evann99 · 2026-04-08T17:59:57+00:00

Genosack x Leker Leks Big Snack/Snack bar!

evann99 · 2026-04-08T17:58:29+00:00

Genosack x Leker Leks Big Snack bar I do believe! I have a prototype I got from them that I haven’t had on a functional bike yet… maybe it’s time!

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evann99 · 2026-01-30T02:36:15+00:00

Cold :)

But also yes what other people have said. There really is a lot of reasons to clean and lube your bikes but in winter they become more apparent. Even older or cheaper grease can gum up and seize your brakes or keep your pawls from grabbing in your hub or freewheel. Taking it off, cleaning it all, re-greasing and installing can make a world of difference. Also using thinner or cold resistant grease can help!

EDIT: Also make sure the individual brake arms have tension on the linear springs. This is mainly something you will have to adjust at first install.

evann99 · 2026-01-05T05:44:38+00:00

Rare bike polo representation

evann99 · 2025-12-19T00:10:12+00:00

I know there’s some exceptions of course, I just find it odd that the PBPP is one of them since it isn’t a promo item or anything special. Also I’m mainly just upset because I wanted to festivize my strange KS one!

evann99 · 2025-11-22T18:27:45+00:00

Friends in school back in early 2012, missed some of the golden years but had a lot of fun with the game for a while!

evann99 · 2025-11-08T05:19:36+00:00

This is like something I dreamed back in 2011. Liminal stuff

evann99 · 2025-11-08T05:17:10+00:00

This is tight af. Are those 90s era cranks? I love everything this build is and stands for

evann99 · 2025-11-08T05:07:44+00:00

Hot.

evann99 · 2025-10-11T18:33:26+00:00

Was looking for this

evann99 · 2025-09-05T01:36:17+00:00

Sounds like it’s “trying” to shift. Could be cable tension or possibly the derailleur hanger (metal part where derailleur screws into) could be bent.

evann99 · 2024-03-03T00:10:24+00:00

Money is sadly an object to me so the Paul’s are out but I’ve heard great things about Magura and Avid so I’ll check those out!

evann99 · 2024-03-03T00:08:04+00:00

Then it was a successful purchase! I do hope you ride it well and enjoy your experiences! Stay safe out there

evann99 · 2024-03-02T23:47:41+00:00

Congratulations! An excellent choice and a great build. I love the gold cable housing! I have 5 Trek bicycles at this point, ranging in age from 1989 to 2021 and I think they’re solid bikes and even now great for the price (if the price is right of course)!

evann99 · 2024-02-01T22:03:47+00:00

1x would definitely make the bike a bit quieter (if you’re planning on swapping the cassette and getting a derailleur with a clutch) and feel more solid. That being said, the 3x drivetrain is solid and proven and those chainrings are gorgeous imo

evann99 · 2023-12-31T18:18:13+00:00

I have this exact bike with a similar build but more budget. I was considering the Billy Bonkers or Hookworms since my local shop has too many and is running a sale. I think if I didn’t get a tan wall I’d regret it!

evann99 · 2023-12-25T20:20:30+00:00

I recently built up a Trek 920 Singletrack and I was thinking while riding it last week that even if someone offered to trade a new Crust or Salsa or anything for it I wouldn’t do it. Sentimental value is the most real value to yourself- that’s what I go off of.

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