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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 72
Posted By tomato coupe

So, you’re predicting triple cranksets and...

So, you’re predicting triple cranksets and freewheels will continue to lose popularity? Shocking.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 07:19 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,162
Posted By chaadster

“The indictment stated that we sprayed each other...

“The indictment stated that we sprayed each other with water bottles like two gay cyclists,”

The issue in all this is obviously not the nudity, it's homophobia (and police overreaction.)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,162
Posted By noimagination

(shrug) Then ... don't look. Problem solved. ...

(shrug) Then ... don't look. Problem solved.

And, my reading of the OP is that the rinsing and changing occurred "between car doors", so you're raising a false issue. They weren't "in the middle...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 06:53 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 5,313
Posted By Aardwolf

I'm old and not very fast, but I do get more time...

I'm old and not very fast, but I do get more time to enjoy the scenery.
Plus I'm retired so I'm not in a rush to get somewhere else.
And I've got room for at least one more vintage bike.

Think...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-24, 06:24 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 45
Posted By 13ollocks

FWIW I run KMC X-10 chains on Campag 10sp....

FWIW I run KMC X-10 chains on Campag 10sp. Shifting is flawless.
another chainring option might be TA rings from Peter White. I ran these for years rather than paying $$$ for Campag rings - they...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 06:18 AM
Replies: 4,124
Views: 99,483
Posted By rjones28

The end of an era.

The end of an era.
Forum: Touring
06-07-24, 04:55 AM
Replies: 2,109
Views: 432,137
Posted By CMAW

Touring Northern Spain: ...

Touring Northern Spain:

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20240516_121814_9a341a1bd694329bbf2b8a55855fe6fb97a49341.jpg
Hills in Navarra...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-24, 04:43 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 128
Posted By bboy314

PX10s are great. A PX10 this is not, as your...

PX10s are great. A PX10 this is not, as your quote makes clear.

Once again you ask for advice and are determined to ignore it.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-07-24, 04:33 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 104
Posted By Trakhak

That Trek is beautiful. Current 105 is highly...

That Trek is beautiful. Current 105 is highly respected and represents the sweet spot in the Shimano range for value for money.

As for the frame, I like aluminum bikes. Steel is fine, too, of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 04:19 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 57,514
Posted By Bianchigirll

The '86 Portofino In Sierra Green SOrt of a step...

The '86 Portofino In Sierra Green SOrt of a step up from the Randonneurer with a TreyTubi Chrom frame wif Mangalloy stays and ChroMo fork. Sort of a step towards the Volpe. Nice mix of Shipmano...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 307
Posted By plonz

I was not aware a WTB forum in the general...

I was not aware a WTB forum in the general marketplace section even existed.

I would also post a WTB listing in the Classic and Vintage Sales sub forum. A good portion of the listings there are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 03:54 AM
Replies: 8,013
Views: 990,467
Posted By Bianchigirll

ascherer Neat crankSET, is this a Hearse copy...

ascherer Neat crankSET, is this a Hearse copy from V.O. or something?

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0857_d304cf9e53e45e411afefd4d7f9bc8c66090dd52.jpeg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 03:46 AM
Replies: 2,444
Views: 591,908
Posted By Bianchigirll

LOOK!!! The elusive BianchiGirLL spotted in the...

LOOK!!! The elusive BianchiGirLL spotted in the wild!! A very minor celebrity but a self proclaimed celebrity nonetheless
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 03:40 AM
Replies: 4,124
Views: 99,483
Posted By indyfabz

Today is National Donut Day! America runs on...

Today is National Donut Day! America runs on Dunkin’.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 02:35 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,230
Posted By Andy_K

https://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000158672079-0gbvsi...

https://i1.sndcdn.com/artworks-000158672079-0gbvsi-t500x500.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 02:18 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 981
Posted By merziac

Its really a shame that these shops are in such a...

Its really a shame that these shops are in such a state, if you can't sell $5k bikes regular to try and compete with the Trek and Big S stores, you are peeing up a rope now days and probably won't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 01:57 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 8,406
Posted By merziac

Magnets?, pawls and bearings, yikes! :eek: ...

Magnets?, pawls and bearings, yikes! :eek:

;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 01:02 AM
Replies: 8,013
Views: 990,467
Posted By merziac

:thumb: Light bulbs and aha's should always...

:thumb:

Light bulbs and aha's should always be sought out and considered, especially when logic has been exhausted and failed.

I've seen and done more seat of the pants "engineering" that win...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-24, 12:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 128
Posted By bboy314

That can only be answered by inspecting the bike...

That can only be answered by inspecting the bike in person. Given the quality of the bike to begin with, and how much rust can be seen in the pictures, I know I wouldn’t bother even for less than $50.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 12:53 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 981
Posted By Andrew_G

Here's some addtional info you can likely use: ...

Here's some addtional info you can likely use:

In 1939 British cyclist Tommy Godwin rode 75,065 miles, averaging 205 miles per day. He continued on into 1940, eventually accumulating 100,000 miles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 12:27 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,311
Posted By merziac

Volde, +1 :thumb:

Volde, +1 :thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-24, 11:46 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,546
Posted By AJW2W11E

I've been pondering the same issue. Weight...

I've been pondering the same issue. Weight lifting raises my blood pressure to 138 93 when I'm done. A long bike ride brings it to 126 74.
I'm using HCTZ for blood pressure control.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 11:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 232
Posted By bikingshearer

We're all missing a key part of the question:...

We're all missing a key part of the question: will a 9- or 10-sp Racing Triple crank play nicely with a 6-sp cogset? I have never tried that arrangement, In that set-up, the rear cogs will be a bit...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:34 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,506
Posted By tomato coupe

Because this is what complaining sounds like:

Because this is what complaining sounds like:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-24, 11:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 104
Posted By Doohickie

First New Bike in Decades

I haven't bought it yet, but the wife was not averse to the idea of me buying a new, modern bicycle. I used to post here often, not so much lately. I'm 61 now.

My road bike is a 1984 Raleigh Super...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,506
Posted By VegasJen

Only one puncture since I went tubeless. :thumb:

Only one puncture since I went tubeless. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:12 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,506
Posted By VegasJen

Don't even get me started on color matching! :lol:

Don't even get me started on color matching! :lol:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,506
Posted By VegasJen

I may need professional help, but this is...

I may need professional help, but this is certainly the least of my problems! :lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 10:42 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 981
Posted By Kontact

If you read what I posted, 4130 gets surface...

If you read what I posted, 4130 gets surface rust, but does not easily get the deep rust that you would find in simple steels. That's the reason that the majority of steel bikes do not rust through...
Forum: Southern California
06-06-24, 10:26 PM
Replies: 2,952
Views: 389,492
Posted By jonathanf2

Wednesday took it easy on the gravel bike and did...

Wednesday took it easy on the gravel bike and did 18 miles and 2100 feet of climbing. Days are definitely getting warmer!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 10:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 981
Posted By Duragrouch

I regret to say (as I own frames with such) 4130...

I regret to say (as I own frames with such) 4130 chrome moly has nowhere near enough alloys to prevent rust. It rusts like mad if countermeasures are not taken. The main corrosion resisting alloy is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 10:02 PM
Replies: 6,531
Views: 615,188
Posted By rsbob

I was on a club ride when an ass decided to just...

I was on a club ride when an ass decided to just join us because we were there. He blocked cars, rather than following the pace line, he flipped cars off and was rude to the other riders and acted...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 09:56 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,311
Posted By Doug Fattic

Jeff Bock and Rich Gangl are staying at my place...

Jeff Bock and Rich Gangl are staying at my place tonight and we all will be driving to Auburn tomorrow Friday so all 3 of us will be there all weekend. I'll have a part in some of the presentations....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 09:51 PM
Replies: 1,427
Views: 502,327
Posted By celesteguy

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20240606_200703_41369aaa085eb8ac0120365e1bc9efe492488f0a.jpg

Bianchi Deda Zero steel frame circa 99 with Alpha Q fork and Sram Red...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 09:48 PM
Replies: 1,937
Views: 116,703
Posted By nlerner

He was quite prescient.

He was quite prescient.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 09:42 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 981
Posted By thinktubes

“BS” is 2/3 of LBS

“BS” is 2/3 of LBS
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 09:32 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,311
Posted By TenGrainBread

Driving up tomorrow. One bike entered in the...

Driving up tomorrow. One bike entered in the Sunday show. Late 70s/early 80s Cherubim model "V". I have to be back in Madison by Sunday evening so it will be tight.
Bar tape on the bike is dirty...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-24, 09:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 401
Posted By SurferRosa

Agree, alcohol can really provide the mettle to...

Agree, alcohol can really provide the mettle to do a lot of different tasks, just make sure you consume it safely, especially when using scissors.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 27,255
Views: 3,226,488
Posted By rsbob

28 miles with 1300’ climbing with Mrs RSbob. She...

28 miles with 1300’ climbing with Mrs RSbob. She even managed a quarter mile climb at 10% with a 12% cap on her trusty e-bike. She said she was peddling her @$$ off to get up that climb and was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 232
Posted By 79pmooney

My "good bike" is a 9-speed, 50-38-24 front,...

My "good bike" is a 9-speed, 50-38-24 front, Campy cassette to 28 teeth in back and a Mirage RD. That Mirage is a workhorse. One of the smoothest shifting RDs I've ever had, as predictable shifting...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:48 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 981
Posted By jdawginsc

I am going to place a bet that the Huffy patrol...

I am going to place a bet that the Huffy patrol will be functional when the dinosaurs take the earth back over...

In fact, they are probably contributing to warding off the “big tear”...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 132
Posted By Portlandjim

Show and Tell Exxon Graftek

I built this bike up a few years ago. I don't think I have ever shared it on C & V here, here's a link to some more photos:

https://photos.app.goo.gl/mJ59NGTXpjtyLcpK9

Since these photos were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 106
Posted By Pompiere

I'll nominate my Performance Parabola. I bought...

I'll nominate my Performance Parabola. I bought it around 10 years ago for $70. I don't have any gravel near my house besides my driveway, so I can't attest to it's suitability, but it seems to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 672
Posted By ofajen

The Kent website didn’t specify but looking at...

The Kent website didn’t specify but looking at the picture, my best guess is 40/18. At 27.5” that would be about 61 gear inches. 60 was about what I would guess.

Otto
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 08:32 PM
Replies: 4,124
Views: 99,483
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Spotted two RHD Subarus on the walk to dinner!

Spotted two RHD Subarus on the walk to dinner!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-06-24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 186
Posted By Portlandjim

Aluminum brake pad holders came on the later...

Aluminum brake pad holders came on the later short reach Super Record with script logo and Cobalto brakes. I've seen these pad holders sell for $100 a set! I made the studs from 6-4 titanium and have...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 4,124
Views: 99,483
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Ain't nothin compared to the Dizz.

Ain't nothin compared to the Dizz.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 6,531
Views: 615,188
Posted By rsbob

You should be well rested and ready to hit it...

You should be well rested and ready to hit it hard.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 981
Posted By SwimmerMike

This is exactly why I was so bummed when...

This is exactly why I was so bummed when Cupertino Bike Shop shut the doors a year and a half ago. The conversations were very different:


Me riding in on my 70's Colnango: I'm looking for a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 6,531
Views: 615,188
Posted By rsbob

Well done. Serves the slacker right. Hate that.

Well done. Serves the slacker right. Hate that.
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