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Old 07-12-2003, 08:41 PM   #1 (permalink)
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I just sold my old hardtail, and I'm considering investing the $$$ into my new baby. Since I weigh a buck twenty soaking wet, I'm trying to shave weight off the bike while adding muscle to my body. Some questions: I really like the bars that I use, and I'm considering adding a seatpost to match. The one I'm looking at is the EC70. Has anyone used the Easton Carbon Fiber Seatposts? If so, what do you think of them? I'm also considering a Chris King Headset...Any suggestions? I have $300.00 to tweak my bike up with. Or, I could save the $$$, sell my road bike, and invest in a new road bike.
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Old 07-12-2003, 09:00 PM   #2 (permalink)
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Hm... or you could save your $$ so you could afford another month of training.
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Old 07-12-2003, 09:05 PM   #3 (permalink)
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Already planned on that. I'm having good results with Josh. That man is doing amazing things, and he takes my grumbling so well (I grumbled a lot this morning.) So, other than that...any suggestions?
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Two words.... ROAD TRIP!

Oh, wait, I am quoting movies again... don't mind me.

When you come to the gym again next week come into my office and let me show you some of the deals on ebay!
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Old 07-13-2003, 12:14 AM   #5 (permalink)
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You know, that $300 would buy a lot of tequila in South Padre next month. Hmmm, I wonder how much riding I'd have to do to burn those calories? Just a thought.
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Old 07-14-2003, 12:43 AM   #6 (permalink)
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Hey Sarah,

I don't know if you are familiar with the site, but check out seatpost reviews at mtbreview.com . There are 13 rider reviews of the EC70; esp. check out the negative comments for recurring any recurring themes. The site is an invaluable resource for me.

PS: My suggestion: if you enjoy road riding, get a new road bike - you can get some great deals in August on 2003 models, or you could hit e-bay for some phenomenal bargains. The change of pace on the road will definitely help your trail riding.
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Yeah, I've read all the reviews at mtbreview.com. A new road bike would rock. The money isn't burning a whole in my pocket, yet. I was just making a wish list. I had a dream about my road bike last night. Maybe that's a sign?
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I had a dream about my road bike last night. Maybe that's a sign?
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