Recent content by Mr_Grimm

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    Fix up or buy new bike?

    So I picked up a used Giant Ds1 off a buddy of mine and upon further inspection I see that it needs a bit of work. The fork needs to be rebuilt, suspension shock needs replacing, needs a new rear cassette and possibly a front hub. I only paid a $100 for the bike, is it worth stripping the frame...
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    Front brakes?

    I have been toying with the idea of removing my front brake setup from my bike, how many of you guys ride without front brakes?
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    Brake pads?

    I was looking over my bike and found that I am missing a brake pad, figured I might as well replace all the pads instead of just the rears. I have Avid BBDB Dics brakes and I was wondering if anyone can help me find pads since I am new and I am looking but can't find anything. Just to put it...
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    Returning at 29...

    Thank you for the warm welcome. I would be out riding but the bike that I bought needs a little bit of work and tweaking that I have to learn from books or videos online. LoL. Looks like the previous owner completely unadjusted the rear shock, lost parts of the axles and the brakes need new...
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    Returning at 29...

    It has been a long time since I sat on a bike and road down the street but something this spring hit me and I wanted to get back into riding. After a few months of searching for a bike I picked up a used Giant Ds1 off a buddy of mine for a good price. It needs a bit of work and I am still...
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