I have a Giant Nutra that's 13-14 years old (with a Free Radical and blender now). It's got about 20,000 miles on it now (but a few parts have been replaced - like the chain and gears andeverything). You're gonna love the BOulder after bangin' around on the Walton Special.
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Thread: Got my first REAL bike!
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06-23-2006, 06:25 AM #1
Sue
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06-23-2006, 06:35 AM #2
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May you never look back!
Clear skies and following winds!
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06-23-2006, 07:55 AM #3
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With your new bike, don't be surprised if you have shifting problems again after 50-100 miles/30 days. The derailleur (and brake) cables stretch in that time period, and then you take it in and have it adjusted, and then it should be good for a long time, after the initial stretching is over.
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06-23-2006, 08:08 AM #4
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Awesome!
Sweeeet ride! I'm sure you'll have many, many wonderful rides on that beaut!
Yay!
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06-23-2006, 09:40 AM #5
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Woo-hoo! Big congrats, and many happy miles to you and your stylin' new bike.
DH has just recently gotten over his irrational attachment to his not-so-old but jumpy, chattery, miserable Walmart special and upgraded to a used, but much better Jamis road bike. His experience has been similar to yours--"It's so quiet! It shifts so easily! The brakes work!" LOLBad JuJu: Team TE Bianchista
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06-23-2006, 01:11 PM #6
Save lives - Spay/Neuter!
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Enjoy your new bike....
It's very nice
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Have a peaceful day!
Denise
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06-23-2006, 03:19 PM #7
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Sweet and she's purple. Welcome to the purple bike club. Purple bikes are faster you know. Enjoy
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