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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 07:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 23
Posted By bikemig

Trip sounds like fun; looking forward to seeing...

Trip sounds like fun; looking forward to seeing photos. I'd love to see nlerner fix up and ride that Huffy on the ride; just sayin.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 23
Posted By nlerner

Hmm, I thought it was going to be a Huffy-themed...

Hmm, I thought it was going to be a Huffy-themed ride.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 21,936
Views: 3,242,945
Posted By rustystrings61

Just a laid-back 11-ish mile ride this morning,...

Just a laid-back 11-ish mile ride this morning, but I stopped for a moment for pix on Oakwood Drive, because the road near the back side of Wyatt Farms is one of those secret little gems no one knows...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 23
Posted By rccardr

Perspire on the Empire: A weeklong tour in NY State

Nlerner and I are going to ride from Rochester, NY to Albany NY from July 28 to August 2, along the Empire State Trail. Reports are that the trail is in exceptional condition, and since it follows...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-24, 07:13 AM
Replies: 4,920
Views: 122,892
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Kudos! #packratpayday

Kudos!

#packratpayday
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 07:00 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,035
Posted By oneclick

"More money than brains" is how my grandmother...

"More money than brains" is how my grandmother said it.

https://www.audiocircle.com/index.php?topic=72458.0
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-24, 06:56 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,006
Posted By PeteHski

Who could possibly forget this incredible thread...

Who could possibly forget this incredible thread of complete moronic nonsense 😂 😂 😂

https://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discussion/1267778-bike-myths-we-wish-would-die-32.html
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-24, 06:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 197
Posted By Kontact

They also aren't intended for Shimano 8 (4.8mm)...

They also aren't intended for Shimano 8 (4.8mm) or narrower. Sedis 8 speed chains were for Campy and Sachs 8 speed, which were 7 speed (5mm) spacing.


You can't "re-peen" a Campagnolo chain. That...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 386
Posted By Koyote

Over the past 4-5 years, I've become convinced...

Over the past 4-5 years, I've become convinced that half the country actually believes this.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 06:30 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 735
Posted By cb400bill

Not the best picture, but with its confetti decal...

Not the best picture, but with its confetti decal covered tubes, Splash bar tape works on these Team Crest Cannondale bikes.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-24, 06:15 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 878
Posted By PeteHski

What does your indoor setup consist of? Having...

What does your indoor setup consist of? Having gone through every generation of indoor trainer from those cheap, crappy turbo fans in the 1980s right through to the latest Wahoo Smart Bike with big...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 482
Posted By ramones71

Pubic Bone Height ...

Pubic Bone Height
https://www.rivbike.com/pages/pubic-bone-height-how-to-measure-your-pbh
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-24, 05:25 AM
Replies: 4,920
Views: 122,892
Posted By abshipp

I'm quite pleased to report that the really long...

I'm quite pleased to report that the really long RCA cable I've been hesitant to get rid of or repurpose for close to 15 years now was the perfect solution to a rearrangement in our living room last...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-24, 05:00 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,101
Posted By t2p

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-24, 04:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 386
Posted By bboy314

I just pump my tires til they explode and then...

I just pump my tires til they explode and then let out a little air.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-19-24, 04:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 210
Posted By nomadmax

My Marinoni Special is one of my favorite lugged...

My Marinoni Special is one of my favorite lugged steel bikes. Stiff but comfortable and a great handler. And hand built by a world champion himself.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-19-24, 04:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 210
Posted By randyjawa

That frame set is, I believe, a Marinoni Turismo....

That frame set is, I believe, a Marinoni Turismo. set up for cantilever brakes, unless it is a newer version, then V-Brakes would be fitted. Pretty darn good Marinoni, in my opinion.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 04:22 AM
Replies: 2,459
Views: 598,588
Posted By juvela

----- Dorothy Devore, actor of a century...

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Dorothy Devore, actor of a century ago...

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-19-24, 03:52 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,101
Posted By PeteHski

What happened to the rear brake?

What happened to the rear brake?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-24, 03:51 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 9,325
Posted By indyfabz

There’s a lot of friction in this thread. See...

There’s a lot of friction in this thread. See what I did there?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-19-24, 02:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 93
Posted By Aushiker

Did you export the file from RWGPS as a GPX Track...

Did you export the file from RWGPS as a GPX Track or GPX Route? If the latter, that may be the problem. The GPX Track format should be standard and compatible with most, if not all, GPS units.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 02:08 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 735
Posted By tkm

That's one more than I've seen. All splash bar...

That's one more than I've seen. All splash bar tape looks horrible on everything, especially on vintage.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 01:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 197
Posted By Bianchigirll

that sticker was added by a previous owner. The...

that sticker was added by a previous owner. The bike is a entry level racer from around ‘83/84 likely a Nuovo Racing. I’ll try and look deeper later. The brake calipers and certainly the stem are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 12:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 482
Posted By Korina

Don't go by second-hand info; buy one and find...

Don't go by second-hand info; buy one and find out for yourself! :D
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-19-24, 12:52 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 730
Posted By Ron Damon

Up to 11-46T is no-problem with a GS medium-cage...

Up to 11-46T is no-problem with a GS medium-cage RD.

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/img_20240215_204910_b12935c27ca625f654abaf46bf9092e75dc9792b.jpg

Our Kiwi...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-19-24, 12:05 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 730
Posted By Duragrouch

I'm on board with you, that's the magic range. I...

I'm on board with you, that's the magic range. I try not to rain on someone's parade if they want to go a certain direction, and I commend you for doing same. The OP may read the above and have more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-24, 11:50 PM
Replies: 405
Views: 24,565
Posted By RiddleOfSteel

I am at N-1 this week. FINALLY got one out of the...

I am at N-1 this week. FINALLY got one out of the coop. Been selling a few components as well, which is encouraging. I am about to get another recent acquisition back onto the market. Got a great...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 11:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 386
Posted By mstateglfr

Thank you for sharing.

Thank you for sharing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-24, 11:29 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 313
Posted By Camilo

Not probably, must The maximum extension is...

Not probably, must

The maximum extension is that line.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-18-24, 11:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 730
Posted By base2

I built an CS-RK3 into a 622 rim with 42mm tires...

I built an CS-RK3 into a 622 rim with 42mm tires on to. I installed a 11 speed 11-42 cassette because mountain 11 fits on a road 10 speed free hub. I installed a 42 tooth chainring so as to maintain...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-24, 11:06 PM
Replies: 4,920
Views: 122,892
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Flag PAOTD ...

Flag PAOTD

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 11:06 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 9,325
Posted By phughes

You are not coming across too well for a newbie...

You are not coming across too well for a newbie who wanted opinions. I supplied you with some good information, and actually feel the same as you do with regards to friction shifting. I simply...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-24, 10:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 79
Posted By merziac

Not a MTB guy, especially suspension ones. This...

Not a MTB guy, especially suspension ones. This one was headed for the scrap so I brought it home and cleaned it up, made it fit and work, was very surprised and happy when it rode well for me. ;)...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-24, 10:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 313
Posted By bboy314

If the “max” is visible, the stem is too high.

If the “max” is visible, the stem is too high.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 197
Posted By ScottCommutes

Sorry, oldtimer. Sometimes you have to learn new...

Sorry, oldtimer. Sometimes you have to learn new tech. Old time mechanics learned to work on fuel injection after decades of working on carburetors. Then it was computers. Progress happens.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-24, 10:08 PM
Replies: 3,294
Views: 664,212
Posted By Imaginos

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-24, 09:57 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 197
Posted By 79pmooney

@altenwrencher, this is the issue. All 9-speed...

@altenwrencher, this is the issue. All 9-speed and higher and some (probably growing number of) 8-speed chains are made with peened pins. The pins of the old days were just cylinders of hardened...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 09:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 386
Posted By indyfabz

Reading threads like these is like watching...

Reading threads like these is like watching “Cops”. It reminds me that my life could be a lot worse.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-18-24, 09:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 730
Posted By ChiapasFixed

seems like you’ve done the work for us! A modern...

seems like you’ve done the work for us! A modern 1x11 provides the needed gears and is cheaper, lighter and easier to service than a dual drive or even a high end IGH - thanks! Until the gearbox,...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-18-24, 09:44 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 730
Posted By tomtomtom123

A Schlumpf mountain drive is 0.4 and 1.0. ...

A Schlumpf mountain drive is 0.4 and 1.0.

I've always wondered if combining it with an 11 speed 12-28 would be practical. No overlapping gears, 583%, no efficiency loss at 1.0, and very close gear...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 09:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 386
Posted By skidder

In many decades of pumping up bicycles tires I...

In many decades of pumping up bicycles tires I have developed a "Jedi Master" level of determining tire pressure just using my index finger and middle finger and giving the tire a firm squeeze. The...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-18-24, 09:23 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 730
Posted By Ron Damon

The real-world useful range of that hypothetical...

The real-world useful range of that hypothetical setup is 18-86gi. The 102gi is aspirational and I would never use it. I've been there, done that: excess, useless range with a weight penalty. Ergo, I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 386
Posted By Polaris OBark

Digital gauges have better precision, but that...

Digital gauges have better precision, but that does not entail better accuracy.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 09:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 386
Posted By Polaris OBark

In science, Truth is established by social...

In science, Truth is established by social consensus.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-18-24, 09:16 PM
Replies: 27,308
Views: 3,254,708
Posted By missinglink

Got out for 6 windy miles around the neighborhood...

Got out for 6 windy miles around the neighborhood right at sundown. First time I've been on the bike in several days.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-24, 09:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 538
Posted By Desert Ryder

Today I realized my shifter knob in my work van...

Today I realized my shifter knob in my work van looks like these shifters.

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Forum: Folding Bikes
06-18-24, 09:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 730
Posted By Duragrouch

That's an excellent range. And, like you said,...

That's an excellent range. And, like you said, large overlap, so that 2nd/middle-range means they can run 99% of the time in that range, and that's both more efficient (less friction loss, perhaps...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 09:03 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 9,325
Posted By SurferRosa

Nice 911 and 928, folks. :thumb: I love old...

Nice 911 and 928, folks. :thumb:

I love old Porsches -- with manual transmissions, of course -- almost as much as my vintage road bikes with Campagnolo friction shifting. :D
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 4,920
Views: 122,892
Posted By DougRNS

https://youtu.be/AgPITdW3lRA?si=kVmRbAtfmA_P_gDb

https://youtu.be/AgPITdW3lRA?si=kVmRbAtfmA_P_gDb
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-24, 08:30 PM
Replies: 4,920
Views: 122,892
Posted By big john

The bike looks too big. Ned says he did a 60K...

The bike looks too big. Ned says he did a 60K mile course with 10K feet of steep climbs. Don't know results....
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