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Jetworks · 08-11-2012, 07:50 PM

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Originally Posted by Peebag

Nice! Any carbon on it?

Nah, aluminum alloy. Has that carbon look though, right?

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Originally Posted by crossfire

Get a gel seat...

your sphincter will thank you.

Already planning on this.

Gangrene · 08-11-2012, 09:58 PM

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Originally Posted by gunnails

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nasty sh*t but funny ...

Gangrene · 08-11-2012, 10:01 PM

i Have an advanced vintage road bike addiction ...if anyone needs a somewhat higher end vintage road bike ... I have a small collection of Kleins/Cannondale that need a home.

Timmy® · 08-12-2012, 03:33 PM

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Originally Posted by Jetworks

Well, I finally made up my mind and went with a Cannondale Bad Boy 9. I think it's perfect as a recreational/commuter bike. The guy gave me a solid deal on a 2013 model. Tried to get a 2012 on leftover, but no dice. I pick it up next week!

If that's aluminum with no carbon you'd be wise to swap out that seat with a Gel model. Your butt will thank you.

Peebag · 08-12-2012, 03:49 PM

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Originally Posted by Timmy®

If that's aluminum with no carbon you'd be wise to swap out that seat with a Gel model. Your butt will thank you.

you're one to talk...

Timmy® · 08-12-2012, 05:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Peebag

you're one to talk...

rasta - la-veesta baby

Sports · 08-12-2012, 05:35 PM

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Originally Posted by Gangrene

i Have an advanced vintage road bike addiction ...if anyone needs a somewhat higher end vintage road bike ... I have a small collection of Kleins/Cannondale that need a home.

56 or 57 cms?

Gangrene · 08-12-2012, 07:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Sports

56 or 57 cms?

Close 58mm

Above is the all carbon klein

Kelin below is a alloy frame with carbon fork and seat stem.

Jetworks · 08-12-2012, 08:27 PM

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Originally Posted by Timmy®

If that's aluminum with no carbon you'd be wise to swap out that seat with a Gel model. Your butt will thank you.

Thanks, I plan on getting one of the gel saddle sleeves at first, heard they are pretty good. Eventually I'll invest in a really good saddle.

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Originally Posted by Gangrene

Close 58mm

Above is the all carbon klein

Kelin below is a alloy frame with carbon fork and seat stem.

Saw someone riding one of these today, never heard of them. Are they good? I'm guessing yes.

shakin318 · 08-12-2012, 09:16 PM

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Originally Posted by Jetworks

Well, I finally made up my mind and went with a Cannondale Bad Boy 9. I think it's perfect as a recreational/commuter bike. The guy gave me a solid deal on a 2013 model. Tried to get a 2012 on leftover, but no dice. I pick it up next week!

Congrats man. Your laundry is gonna look sick hanging on that bad boy.

Gangrene · 08-12-2012, 09:29 PM

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Originally Posted by Jetworks

Thanks, I plan on getting one of the gel saddle sleeves at first, heard they are pretty good. Eventually I'll invest in a really good saddle.

Saw someone riding one of these today, never heard of them. Are they good? I'm guessing yes.

A famous US hi-end brand of mountain and road bikes manufactured in Washington State that was bought out by Trek about 17 years ago and moved to Wisconsin. Trek stopped producing Klein bikes in 2005.

In the Seinfeld series a Klein mountain bike hangs in Jerry's apartment.

So yes, they have a great reputation and a good looking bike.

Sports · 08-13-2012, 04:53 PM

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Originally Posted by Jetworks

Thanks, I plan on getting one of the gel saddle sleeves at first, heard they are pretty good. Eventually I'll invest in a really good saddle.

Saw someone riding one of these today, never heard of them. Are they good? I'm guessing yes.

I made a small investment on a Cannondale to start training for triathlons:

What is your training routine? You have some very decent bikes.

Jetworks · 08-13-2012, 07:41 PM

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Originally Posted by shakin318

Congrats man. Your laundry is gonna look sick hanging on that bad boy.

LOL, thanks! Look for my ad on Craigslist in the coming months!

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Originally Posted by Gangrene

A famous US hi-end brand of mountain and road bikes manufactured in Washington State that was bought out by Trek about 17 years ago and moved to Wisconsin. Trek stopped producing Klein bikes in 2005.

In the Seinfeld series a Klein mountain bike hangs in Jerry's apartment.

So yes, they have a great reputation and a good looking bike.

Very cool, thanks for all the insight. I'm sure I will be bumping this thread downt he line to pick your barin some more.

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Originally Posted by Sports

I made a small investment on a Cannondale to start training for triathlons:

What is your training routine? You have some very decent bikes.

Nice! I saw that and the CAAD10, cool looking road bikes.

I don't have a training routine, nor do I think I will. This is all about enjoyment for me, maybe some personal challenges or goals, but nothing hardcore. I highly doubt you'll ever see me on a road bike with a cycling bib on.

Jetworks · 08-18-2012, 02:56 PM

So, it's the second day that I've had the bike and I am having a lot of fun. Downloaded an app called Cyclemeter that tracks your route, time, speed etc. I'm starting slow, concentrating on things like obstacle avoidance, cadence and safety before I go very far. I did a half mile more today than yesterday in the same amount of time, so I am pushing myself more. Even blasted downhill at 26 MPH! Good times.

Gangrene · 08-18-2012, 03:05 PM

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Originally Posted by Jetworks

So, it's the second day that I've had the bike and I am having a lot of fun. Downloaded an app called Cyclemeter that tracks your route, time, speed etc. I'm starting slow, concentrating on things like obstacle avoidance, cadence and safety before I go very far. I did a half mile more today than yesterday in the same amount of time, so I am pushing myself more. Even blasted downhill at 26 MPH! Good times.

Sounds like fun. I do not have that app, will have to download it ...

ComfortablyNumb · 08-18-2012, 03:13 PM

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Originally Posted by Sports

I made a small investment on a Cannondale to start training for triathlons:

What is your training routine? You have some very decent bikes.

That's a nice bike! I own a specialized sirrus fitness bike with carbon fork. I picked it up used in excellent condition for $400.

For a big guy like me (5'11" 260) it's great. I hope to move to a legit road bike as I get in better shape. Congrats on the ride!

Jetworks · 09-15-2012, 07:39 PM

Some quick and dirty pics of the new toy:

Went 15 miles today, just over 50 for the week. I'm really enjoying this, safe to say I'm hooked. I already started looking at winter cycling gear.

Gangrene · 09-15-2012, 07:49 PM

Goodlooking ...

the bike equivalent of Pamela Anderson while she was still on Baywatch.

Jetworks · 09-15-2012, 07:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Gangrene

Goodlooking ...

the bike equivalent of Pamela Anderson while she was still on Baywatch.

LOL, thanks! Thing is bombproof and I love the matte finish.

08-11-2012, 10:01 PM	#63
Gangrene Glad Sparano is gone, on the fence about Mornhinweg.. Veteran Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Vinegar Hill, Brooklyn ... Posts: 2,039	i Have an advanced vintage road bike addiction ...if anyone needs a somewhat higher end vintage road bike ... I have a small collection of Kleins/Cannondale that need a home.

08-18-2012, 02:56 PM	#74
Jetworks murse in training Jets Insider VIP Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Staten Island Posts: 7,449	So, it's the second day that I've had the bike and I am having a lot of fun. Downloaded an app called Cyclemeter that tracks your route, time, speed etc. I'm starting slow, concentrating on things like obstacle avoidance, cadence and safety before I go very far. I did a half mile more today than yesterday in the same amount of time, so I am pushing myself more. Even blasted downhill at 26 MPH! Good times.

09-15-2012, 07:39 PM	#77
Jetworks murse in training Jets Insider VIP Join Date: Sep 2009 Location: Staten Island Posts: 7,449	Some quick and dirty pics of the new toy: Went 15 miles today, just over 50 for the week. I'm really enjoying this, safe to say I'm hooked. I already started looking at winter cycling gear.

09-15-2012, 07:49 PM	#78
Gangrene Glad Sparano is gone, on the fence about Mornhinweg.. Veteran Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Vinegar Hill, Brooklyn ... Posts: 2,039	Goodlooking ... the bike equivalent of Pamela Anderson while she was still on Baywatch.