Gotye - Somebody That I Used to Know
Saturday, March 31, 2012
Wednesday, March 28, 2012
Tuesday, March 27, 2012
KHS Urban Uno Review
After dealing with installing a new drivetrain because I had worn the old one out, I was asked by a roommate to reflect on the quality of the bike (he's a Trek guy). Admittedly, it may have been a bit underdesigned/engineered. If I had to do it again, I may have opted for a different brand or model. Allow me to enumerate the issues I've had with my KHS Urban Uno after saying that I have enjoyed riding it as a fixed gear. I should also say that I probably ride it a bit more than average. I think an average of 45-65 miles/week sounds fair.
1. I had a crash because my left crank arm snapped in half. Not sure whose fault that is (I'm ruling myself out)...either Driveline the crankset manufacturer or KHS somehow.
2. I had some squeaking after that crash and at that point I replaced the bottom bracket. It might have been the frame.
3. After the BB, I replaced the pedals because I still had creaking and the left pedal had been damaged in the crash.
4. In order to deal with the creak, I replaced just about everything and we realized it was the frame. I got a new frame and transferred all my components. It does feel like the soul of a bike is in its frame. The new frame just doesn't connect with me like the old one did, but at least it doesn't creak.
5. The bike came as a 3/32" fixed/free setup which I thought was good because I can still use my same chain tool or extra chain parts on all my bikes...well, I don't want to mix my 9 speed chains with this 5-7 speed chain that I'm using for the fixie. Maybe 1/8" would be worth a shot next time I have to replace the drivetrain.
6. The gear ratio of 44/15 (16 free which I never use) was good to start out with. After the crash, I replaced the crankset and got a 48T chainring. I like the new ratio of 48/15 way better, even for climbing.
I have been thinking that a Trek or a Felt might have been a better fixed gear option, but I got a really good price on the KHS Urban Uno. I don't think I'd recommend paying full price for it if you plan on using it a lot.
1. I had a crash because my left crank arm snapped in half. Not sure whose fault that is (I'm ruling myself out)...either Driveline the crankset manufacturer or KHS somehow.
2. I had some squeaking after that crash and at that point I replaced the bottom bracket. It might have been the frame.
3. After the BB, I replaced the pedals because I still had creaking and the left pedal had been damaged in the crash.
4. In order to deal with the creak, I replaced just about everything and we realized it was the frame. I got a new frame and transferred all my components. It does feel like the soul of a bike is in its frame. The new frame just doesn't connect with me like the old one did, but at least it doesn't creak.
5. The bike came as a 3/32" fixed/free setup which I thought was good because I can still use my same chain tool or extra chain parts on all my bikes...well, I don't want to mix my 9 speed chains with this 5-7 speed chain that I'm using for the fixie. Maybe 1/8" would be worth a shot next time I have to replace the drivetrain.
6. The gear ratio of 44/15 (16 free which I never use) was good to start out with. After the crash, I replaced the crankset and got a 48T chainring. I like the new ratio of 48/15 way better, even for climbing.
I have been thinking that a Trek or a Felt might have been a better fixed gear option, but I got a really good price on the KHS Urban Uno. I don't think I'd recommend paying full price for it if you plan on using it a lot.
Monday, March 26, 2012
Saturday, March 17, 2012
Wednesday, March 14, 2012
Bike with Pi
If you ride a fixed gear, you could make your gear ratio 44/14 in order to have a gear ratio approximating pi. Happy Pi Day.
Tri the Rez 2012
The date has been confirmed for this year. Tri the Rez 2012 will take place on October 27, 2012! Register on IMathlete!
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