Thanks for the info John

Not sure if I'm getting a redisigned ones probably not
Can you tell me what LBS is?
How can I check the alignment?

Thanks





On Mon, 04 Jun 2007 12:54:25 -0000, "John" <wb9vwz@...> said:
> First of all, I am 6'2" tall and 2## (we won't go there) pounds. My
> GT3 works great for me, so you should have no problems with one.
>
> Maintenance - Not much here. As mentioned, front-end allignment is
> important. You should check the allignment when you get the bike
> (your LBS should have done this already) and again after a break-in
> period. I found that my bike was out of allignment after I had
> ridden it for a couple of hundred miles. I trusted my LBS so don't
> know if it was out when I got it.
>
> Other than that, keep it clean and just normal bike stuff.
>
> Equipment -
> In my rack bag I carry a spare tube, a tire pump, tire changing
> equipment, a small tube patch kit, two allen wrenches (they come
> with the bike), a few zip ties, a bungy cord (for when you'r
> shopping), and a small lock and chain. So far, haven't needed the
> spare tube (knock on wood). Its nice that all three tires are the
> same size. My riding buddy's bike requires that he carry two
> different tube sizes.
>
> Water, snacks, cell phone (if desired), and camera should complete
> what you need, however your interests may dictate otherwise. I also
> include ham radio gear so I can work 'bicycle mobile' while peddling
> down the road. But thats my thing.
>
> Oh also, don't forget the helmet.
>
>
> Are you going to get one of the new redesigned GT3's?
>
>