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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 657
Posted By genejockey

When I went to put the bike in the car this...

When I went to put the bike in the car this morning, so I could ride it after work, I re-discovered one thing about the 90s that I hated - Lawyer Lips! Stupid friggin idea. I didn't remove them...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,284
Posted By Trakhak

Good points. Discussions that hinge on bike...

Good points. Discussions that hinge on bike weight are beginning to look quaint.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,284
Posted By Eric F

Not for UCI races. The UCI minimum weight limit...

Not for UCI races. The UCI minimum weight limit is 6.8kg/15lbs. These days, most top pros are riding bikes that are above the weight limit because aero is more important than weight.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,284
Posted By Eric F

My 54cm, rim brake, 11 speed (Campy Record), CF...

My 54cm, rim brake, 11 speed (Campy Record), CF road bike weighs 16lbs. It has light-ish CF wheels, and an integrated CF cockpit. High end CF bikes can certainly be built both lighter and heavier...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-14-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 172
Posted By bikemig

The longer Stronglight and TA spindles for...

The longer Stronglight and TA spindles for triples are getting harder to find. It looks like you're good to go. If not, eBay France is a good place to look as well.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 335
Posted By jemaleddin

Not to disappoint anyone, but to put a button on...

Not to disappoint anyone, but to put a button on this conversation in a way that might only please the C&V set:

I ended up buying neither.

I test rode the Emonda and found that the geometry was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 270
Posted By genejockey

Hell, is early 2000's even vintage? All of...

Hell, is early 2000's even vintage?

All of my vintage bikes - the oldest is from 1981 - have hooked rims and no problem with foldable tires. I rum mostly 25mm tires, even though BITD they'd have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 334
Posted By easyupbug

Good advice above from FB and others and some...

Good advice above from FB and others and some from others mistaken. As an ME with years as a design engineer I can tell you nothing anywhere is that simple. Marketing puts pressure on designers as...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 11:30 AM
Replies: 4,577
Views: 114,630
Posted By datlas

Dew point is the best metric for humidity. This...

Dew point is the best metric for humidity. This morning it was 68. Anything over 65 is unpleasant.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 11:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 49
Posted By Trakhak

It's an electric trike. OP apparently has no...

It's an electric trike. OP apparently has no trouble keeping up on climbs using the motor assist but spins out on flats even with the assist.

52 x 20 / 11 equals a 94.5-inch top gear, versus a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,284
Posted By t2p

a top carbon fiber frame can weigh around 2lbs …...

a top carbon fiber frame can weigh around 2lbs … ? … an S Works Aethos frame might weigh around 1.5 lbs .. ? …

a two lb steel, aluminum, or titanium frame would not be durable - very unreliable...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 4,577
Views: 114,630
Posted By genejockey

I've been posting them over in C&V. The...

I've been posting them over in C&V.

The initial thread (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1293205-wanted-new-hole-head.html) - from inception through teardown.

The rebuild thread....
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 4,577
Views: 114,630
Posted By genejockey

Shhh! We already have enough people here! ...

Shhh! We already have enough people here!

Low of 52 overnight, high is supposed to be 70 today but it's already 66, so it'll be more like mid-70s. Yesterday's ride was all about micro- if not...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 4,577
Views: 114,630
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

I dunno man, that air's too thick for my taste ...

I dunno man, that air's too thick for my taste

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,411
Posted By Eric F

Grease can also be helpful for eliminating...

Grease can also be helpful for eliminating squeaks. Carbon paste adds friction and provides squeak relief.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 657
Posted By genejockey

I'd pay real money for a long-cage, or even a...

I'd pay real money for a long-cage, or even a medium cage version, though!

I used to ride this combo - 53/39 x 12-25 - all over San Mateo County, on the Ritchey you can see in the background of...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 4,577
Views: 114,630
Posted By bampilot06

170 crank arm length feels absolutely amazing. I...

170 crank arm length feels absolutely amazing. I enjoyed the ride so much, it didn’t even bother me when a pick up driver decided to be a jerk.

Now I need 4 more cranks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,411
Posted By njkayaker

It's called "paste" because it it can't be used...

It's called "paste" because it it can't be used as "grease" (something that reduces friction). The carrier (the "grease") exists as a way of getting the grit to be placed where it is needed.

The...
Forum: Touring
06-14-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 502
Posted By elcruxio

On my last tour I saw very few leather saddles on...

On my last tour I saw very few leather saddles on touring cyclists
Forum: For Sale
06-14-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 604
Posted By passionfruital

Specialized Expedition has been sold

Specialized Expedition has been sold
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-14-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,519
Posted By nomadmax

I solved one with green loctite. It seemed to...

I solved one with green loctite. It seemed to penetrate better than the red.
Forum: Commuting
06-14-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 71
Posted By veganbikes

I usually will say something like "love you, have...

I usually will say something like "love you, have a great day" or "thank you..." it pisses them off further but in a much different way because now they have lost they cannot really do much you have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 1,081
Views: 65,172
Posted By attylah

Schwinn Premis for $250 in Salem, Oregon

I’m flirting with going to check this one out, I’ve always liked the paint scheme. Posting in hopes someone beats me too it as I’m out of room in the stable!...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 4,577
Views: 114,630
Posted By TMonk

what is this hot and humid you guys speak of? ...

what is this hot and humid you guys speak of?

West coast snooze alert - we are at 60F for the low, mid 70's for the high, lightly breezy and 60-70% humidity for the foreseeable future. It does...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 219
Posted By force10

Same bike. This part about ovalized down tube is...

Same bike. This part about ovalized down tube is what I recall the pro designation referring to. As mentioned above, some other designations indicated a mix of tubing numbers.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 4,724
Posted By prj71

I would agree with you concerning TPU tubes. The...

I would agree with you concerning TPU tubes. The tire size range is printed right on the box and TPU doesn't stretch like the common rubber tube, so it should be a common sense thing.

With rubber...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 4,577
Views: 114,630
Posted By datlas

Just back from a hot and humid ride, I am glad I...

Just back from a hot and humid ride, I am glad I remembered my Halo. It was fine at the start but very warm by the end and I was wet all over.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 09:40 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,411
Posted By Iride01

If you are only wanting to try it for a ride or...

If you are only wanting to try it for a ride or two, then just put it in the bike and use nothing if you don't want to buy the proper stuff.

If it happens to slip on you, then you know you either...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 162
Posted By Aubergine

One could argue that the design flaw is with the...

One could argue that the design flaw is with the valve. Tightening the valve fully solves the problem.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 86
Posted By machinist42

Any Help

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 4,577
Views: 114,630
Posted By Velo Vol

(14) Devon ☀️ on X: "Need to get this flag for my...

(14) Devon ☀️ on X: "Need to get this flag for my office https://t.co/Esge8R26ue" / X (twitter.com)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 28
Posted By Sy Reene

NBD - aka New Bar Day

Now to get out on the road for a longer ride than the return trip from the bike shop to see how well these feel.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 28,078
Views: 4,649,578
Posted By SirMike1983

That's a mid 1970s Tourist with an earlier...

That's a mid 1970s Tourist with an earlier 5-speed hub on it. If it fits you, buy at $150.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 4,724
Posted By cyccommute

The herniation near the seam almost should be...

The herniation near the seam almost should be expected. Butyl tubes are joined by using a butt joint while the TPU seems to be an overlap joint. Since TPU isn’t stretchy, adding two layers of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 219
Posted By dmark

853 Pro on my 01 Zurich has an ovalized down tube...

853 Pro on my 01 Zurich has an ovalized down tube vertical at headset and horizontal at bottom bracket. Top and seat are round. 853 Pro sicker refers to main tubes so I'll assume stays are 525. 01 to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 4,577
Views: 114,630
Posted By bampilot06

In the first half of the race a couple times...

In the first half of the race a couple times someone would try to break away but it would be alone and no one chased them down. Eventually they were caught. The three the got the break I wasn’t...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,411
Posted By KerryIrons

They recommend carbon paste so they don't have...

They recommend carbon paste so they don't have people wondering why their post is slipping with grease. But if your post doesn't slip with grease, then grease works fine. Simple as that.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 219
Posted By Cheseldine

I found it in the 2003 catalog. The "Select" is a...

I found it in the 2003 catalog. The "Select" is a mix of 853 and 525.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 122
Posted By alcjphil

If your bike has a 7 speed setup, odds are good...

If your bike has a 7 speed setup, odds are good that your bike has a freewheel hub. The bent axle is very common on freewheel hubs and a quick release axle won't help much if at all. You would have...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 4,577
Views: 114,630
Posted By TMonk

"Island Hopper" Zwift race, 6th/16. Warmed up...

"Island Hopper" Zwift race, 6th/16. Warmed up with the A bot for a bit first.

The split happened about halfway through, on a circular, low grade ramp-style climb. I noticed that the avatars of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 196
Posted By SpeedofLite

Off the Steep End (climbing instruction camp)

It's in here....but don't tell anyone.
...
Forum: Commuting
06-14-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 71
Posted By nathand

When a driver yells at me while I'm riding, I...

When a driver yells at me while I'm riding, I give them plenty of space, even if that means I need to pull off to the side and stop to let them pass. As I see it, it's just not worth the risk to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 08:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 196
Posted By SpeedofLite

Hans Rey

Yes, we can.

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 08:29 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 334
Posted By 2old

Each individual with a "theory" employs bias....

Each individual with a "theory" employs bias. IMO, the front end of a bicycle isn't the place to discover who has the correct answer, unless you're able to discern from the explanation or your...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-14-24, 08:25 AM
Replies: 5,461
Views: 886,362
Posted By t2p

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 4,577
Views: 114,630
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

At least you get style points though :)

At least you get style points though :)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 08:15 AM
Replies: 4,577
Views: 114,630
Posted By LAJ

No doubt. They certainly don't travel up any...

No doubt. They certainly don't travel up any hills greater than a 1% grade.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 473
Posted By zacster

I was prescribed Metformin but couldn't tolerate...

I was prescribed Metformin but couldn't tolerate it so was then prescribed Glucotrol as an alternative. I gained a lot of weight during the pandemic and decided before I start taking that, which...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 4,577
Views: 114,630
Posted By BillyD

FTFY. Exterior painting is just a smidgen better.

FTFY. Exterior painting is just a smidgen better.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 08:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 425
Posted By rbrides

Thanks all. Your input has been helpful. ...

Thanks all. Your input has been helpful. Specialized has a 30 day return policy and my LBS is replacing these 42s with 38s, like I've been using for years. This is the best solution for me. I'm a...
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