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  1. Balam

    2 SPEED KICKBACK WHEEL SETS - NEW 1.75" VERSION!!!!!!

    The only problem here is that for my uses, and many of the folks on this site I believe (slow and easy), 7 overdrive gears would require an extreme sprocket combo, and that is not a cool aesthetic IMHO. I have absolutely no need for much of a high gear, I just don't want to be too strained by...
  2. Balam

    2 SPEED KICKBACK WHEEL SETS - NEW 1.75" VERSION!!!!!!

    Gearing is extremely important when you only have a couple to choose from! And short cranks make me cranky. Also, my girlfriends favorite bike has a 36 tooth chainwheel and it looks funny to me...
  3. Balam

    2 SPEED KICKBACK WHEEL SETS - NEW 1.75" VERSION!!!!!!

    My thoughts were the exact opposite. I would only be interested in an underdrive unit. I know any level of gearing can be achieved thru sprocket sizing, but little chainwheels look stupid.:(
  4. Balam

    2 SPEED KICKBACK WHEEL SETS - NEW 1.75" VERSION!!!!!!

    So, what's the word on the drive ratios on these? Overdrive or a lower gear?
  5. Balam

    Stretch frames

    Made in Michigan! I smell a stretch frame in my future too...
  6. Balam

    felt springer

    I bought the Felt one a number of years ago.:comando:
  7. Balam

    felt springer

    Did you just answer your own question? Also, I'm really interested in their similarities and/or differences.
  8. Balam

    Store bought cruiser, what's best?

    The 3G is just kinda dorky lookin' IMHO...
  9. Balam

    Store bought cruiser, what's best?

    Felt YALL! Seriously though, roll classic. It's greener and meaner.
  10. Balam

    Thoughts on riding long distance. Well, 20 miles.

    If you're riding a bike to get fit, what's the point in making in making it as easy and efficient as possible? I love an upright riding position for safety and a better view of the world. Plus, my town has no hills whatsoever. I can spend the entire day on my bike going to parks, restaurants...
  11. Balam

    Thoughts on riding long distance. Well, 20 miles.

    As long as you don't have to deal with any hills, you can't beat a cruiser. I'll ride a slow 20 miles any day on a cruiser!
  12. Balam

    ape hangers when are they too tall?

    I personally prefer smaller to mid-size apes on my cruisers. They keep my back and neck straighter and my head up, resulting in improved visibility and comfort. Improved coolness too. :cool2:
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