Forum: Unicycling
December 15th 08, 08:57 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Pictures of your latest ride
My latest ride took place in my fantasy, sitting at home gazing at my
beloved 36er. I had no upds and I broke my speed record....
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Forum: Unicycling
December 12th 08, 03:56 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 28
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How fast is an ungeared 36" for an avg rider
rob.northcott;1148184 wrote:
Some do go big enough for a 36er - I don't know which ones though (it
depends on the maximum number it lets you put into the size setting -
the manual won't list...
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Forum: Unicycling
December 12th 08, 12:18 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Forum: Unicycling
December 11th 08, 06:46 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 28
Views: 1,836
How fast is an ungeared 36" for an avg rider
My average (while enjoying the scenery) on a 20 km track is 18 km/h.
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goldenchickenIV
you should push so much that you cross the finish line exhausted, but
not dead --- Klaas...
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Forum: Unicycling
December 10th 08, 08:52 AM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 3
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New spokes on old, drilled hub?
saskatchewanian;1146492 wrote:
I would also be switching to a regular wide hub but that is just a
preference thing. If using an Airfoil or Stealth rim it should be strong
enough to get away...
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Forum: Unicycling
December 9th 08, 07:35 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 3
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New spokes on old, drilled hub?
On my 36er I use the extra wide hub (bearing spacing 125 mm) from
unicycle.com together with 12g spokes. I'd like to relace the wheel with
14g ss-spokes. Is it a bad idea to reuse the hub with its...
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Forum: Unicycling
December 8th 08, 11:41 AM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 8
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Great Victorian Bike Ride
That man who started to bike at 79 and now still rides at 85 certainly
deserves attention from the media.
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goldenchickenIV
you should push so much that you cross the finish line exhausted,...
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Forum: Unicycling
December 4th 08, 03:48 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
My road uni dream
joemarshall;1142842 wrote:
The schlumpf in high is pretty similar to an ungeared 36 in terms of
difficulty, because the wheel is so much lighter (rim,tyre + tube can
weigh less than the coker...
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Forum: Unicycling
December 4th 08, 03:42 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
My road uni dream
saskatchewanian;1142461 wrote:
You could build something with a jack shaft like the *'Red Menace'
(http://www.unicyclist.com/forums/showthread.php?t=52571)*
I don't think you could get...
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Forum: Unicycling
December 4th 08, 03:35 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
My road uni dream
phlegm;1142494 wrote:
I agree that a lighter 36er tire is in order to improve the 36er road
experience, but I'm not sure why you think they flex too much. What
kind of 36er are you riding? ...
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Forum: Unicycling
December 3rd 08, 08:41 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
My road uni dream
phlegm;1142409 wrote:
I think you meant 1:1.25, right?
If you were building a uni just for the road with a light rim and tire,
I would think a higher gear would be better. A geared up...
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Forum: Unicycling
December 3rd 08, 07:39 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
My road uni dream
hansc;1142312 wrote:
1:25? Wouldn't that feel more like a 725er?
(Sorry, couldn't resist).
I wonder when we will see unicycles with one fixed gear ratio (apart
from 1:1) on the...
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Forum: Unicycling
December 3rd 08, 01:09 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 13
Views: 1,017
My road uni dream
My dream unicycle would be a 29" wheel with fixed gear 1:25 so it would
feel like a 36er. No need for shifting. It would be fun enough to have a
29" with a lighter and sturdier wheelbuild than a 36er...
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Forum: Unicycling
November 27th 08, 05:47 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Pictures of your latest ride
boisei;1138968 wrote:
Or I suppose I can just post it here.
The guys in the back look quite un-cool on their two-wheelers.
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goldenchickenIV
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Forum: Unicycling
November 24th 08, 10:43 AM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 10
Views: 821
Just bought a KH36
lpounds;1136716 wrote:
A custom handle attached to a carbon base is my dream set-up.
Why not make handles that are a prolongation of the seat base - all in
cf? Cast in different sizes.
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Forum: Unicycling
November 18th 08, 03:53 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 21
Views: 822
Are handlebars worth it?
Short answer: It is comfortable. It is much nicer to put hands on
handles than having them dangling at your sides.
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Forum: Unicycling
November 17th 08, 08:10 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 18
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Forum: Unicycling
November 17th 08, 09:55 AM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 8
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Whats the brake pad to rim gap?
naturequack;1132436 wrote:
Redlinewaterboy, there is also the possibility that if your hub is a
Schlumpf it might have some play in it. With my Schlumpf, if I give my
rim even a light lateral...
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Forum: Unicycling
November 12th 08, 04:37 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 3
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Forum: Unicycling
November 10th 08, 10:30 AM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Forum: Unicycling
November 7th 08, 10:32 AM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 22
Views: 1,633
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Forum: Unicycling
November 7th 08, 10:28 AM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Forum: Unicycling
September 29th 08, 02:50 PM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,705
Magura HS33 - Squeals like a pig
Try to reposition the pads a little higher or lower on the rim. Switch
left and right pad. Sing loudly so people won't notice :D
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goldenchickenIV
it's a lot easier to tuck and roll if you don't...
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Forum: Unicycling
September 29th 08, 11:37 AM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 23
Views: 1,705
Magura HS33 - Squeals like a pig
Fixing the toe-in will definately lessen the noise.
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goldenchickenIV
it's a lot easier to tuck and roll if you don't have a unicycle stuck to
your foot. – john...
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Forum: Unicycling
September 20th 08, 10:47 AM Posted to rec.sport.unicycling
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Replies: 34
Views: 1,320
29" Discussion thread
hansc wrote:
Thanks for the suggestion. I think that's the tire my friend uses, and
it is indeed very good. Hm. I might even change my mind - the Panaracer
Rampage seems to be lighter than WTB...
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