There’s only one bike I own that I wouldn’t change a single thing on. Dubbed the TarckTall it’s my favorite bike to ride. I’ve commuted on it, cruised on it, the only thing it needs is a 40+ mile trip under its belt.
i’m happy as fuck with my bike, i just want to change things on it. don’t really feel the need for a new bike.
[quote=“lofarkas”]Not really. The other day I thought I’d snap some new pics for tarckbike but then looked at the bike and the pics I made like 2 years ago and posted on BF and it’s pretty much exactly the same. I haven’t really bought anything so I guess the desire is not that strong. Planning to get a pimp saddle soon tho.
And a custom Ti frame wd be nice but it’s out of my reach ATM.
Where’d you move walrus?[/quote]
i haven’t moved, i’m still living in michigan. it’s terrible. i’ve filled out so many applications, checked out temp agencies, etc etc, and i can’t find a damn thing. i can’t even get a job working 11pm to 7am. i have to wait for school to start up so i can work for the university again.
and now that i think of it, even my lack of funds haven’t really quenched my thirst for more upgrades/bikes. every time i see those alex dc19’s and truvativ touros on my bike i dream of starting a meth lab. except my customer base would creep me out. after those parts are replaced though, i think i’d be happy. but then i’d need a new bike…
My complaints are mostly minor. For example, on my Cross Check, I would like to:
swap out my bottom bracket for a wider one for better chainline
replace my worn chain and ring
raise the bars
redo the brake cables
reposition my brake levers and retape the bars
replace the mismatched spacers
…and eventually
add a dynamo lamp
add a larger freewheel to the flip side of my hub (it’s single/single)
My mountain bikes are in a constant state of flux. The commuter bike, not so much.
That must be the thing with my Trek. My dad raced it back in the early 80’s, then I came along and it sat in the garage, 'til I started getting more serious about riding. I’ve contemplated getting something different just to mix it up, but then I ride the thing and realize that it’s stood the test of time and is pretty much perfect for me. I have no need (or room, really) for another bicycle.
That said, I am looking forward to my current saddle’s demise, as it will then be justifiable to spring for a Brooks, something for which my arse has longed for quite some time.