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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 318
Posted By Chuck M

I ride a sidewalk about 20 to 25 yards to get to...

I ride a sidewalk about 20 to 25 yards to get to ALDI. Our ALDI is on a busy US highway and I don't want to deal with the traffic to go for a loaf of bread. Pedestrians are not a problem because I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 13,154
Posted By keith_h

The vintage scene is strong in my part of the...

The vintage scene is strong in my part of the world with monthly rides from various groups around the place. Mostly neo, some full vintage down to tubs, toeclips and a crusty old saddle, some even...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-04-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 309
Posted By Duragrouch

Able to speak with someone over the phone at a...

Able to speak with someone over the phone at a company? ASTONISHING. I haven't bought a Zizzo but I like what I'm hearing. They seem to be *trying harder* to win business.

No quick release...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:50 PM
Replies: 307
Views: 43,823
Posted By SoCaled

Had this one briefly, came as a package with...

Had this one briefly, came as a package with another bike I bought. Was really light and fast, but I did not ride it much and it was sold to fund a more proper C&V bike, My Trek 720 maybe?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:47 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 229
Posted By bulgie

Yep, I 'married up', I know it.

Yep, I 'married up', I know it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 05:38 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 638
Posted By Troul

having two lefts might be hard to mount!

having two lefts might be hard to mount!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 05:38 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,295
Posted By veganbikes

Above 25Kph and a bicycle would be a S-Pedelec...

Above 25Kph and a bicycle would be a S-Pedelec generally all the other stuff would be correct.

I don't get it but there are some people here who follow it like it is the absolute truth. A throttle...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 229
Posted By bikamper

No, they are not. You'd have better luck finding...

No, they are not. You'd have better luck finding a Sachs/Sram or Nexus in 700c than an AW. Those are acceptable, barely, on the 3ST. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 307
Views: 43,823
Posted By Oldsledz

From todays ride. ...

From todays ride.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 1,520
Posted By genejockey

Drillium of a larger bore.

Drillium of a larger bore.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 1,520
Posted By AdventureManCO

Yes, there is the (more important) issue of...

Yes, there is the (more important) issue of people's safety.

But my first thought was that 'someone should tell him' that, respectfully, he is terrible at this and should stop immediately because...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 229
Posted By bikemig

I need to make it to that ride one of these days....

I need to make it to that ride one of these days. I just need to commit to building a 3 speed rear wheel for my 1958 Claud Butler Jubilee. 3 speed 700c wheel sets are not easy to find.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 229
Posted By bulgie

Schwinn Twinn with steel paperboy baskets rear,...

Schwinn Twinn with steel paperboy baskets rear, porteur rack and big steel basket front = 80 lb.
Loaded, one time I weighed it full of groceries and it was 165, so 85 lb of groceries.

Weighed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 8,008
Views: 986,369
Posted By cjefferds

Looks amazing!

Looks amazing!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:14 PM
Replies: 21,893
Views: 3,200,223
Posted By bironi

My only frame of reference is the Britbox series...

My only frame of reference is the Britbox series Shetland.
Although I do have a bit of Scottish blood in my mutt mix.
Please explain the Passing Place sign.
Now I see the small widening in your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:06 PM
Replies: 965
Views: 54,655
Posted By '02 nrs

$200. ann arbor

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 1,520
Posted By billytwosheds

I can only imagine the damage the other half of...

I can only imagine the damage the other half of this thing would do to your rear. Yowza.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 638
Posted By TheBlackPumpkin

I've never really been that into the aesthetic...

I've never really been that into the aesthetic aspect of cycling. I mean I'm a fat dude in lycra. If my stem is a different brand literally no one will notice. Much less will I care.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 415
Posted By Paul_P

I see quite a few cyclists these days with masks...

I see quite a few cyclists these days with masks we all got used to a couple of years ago.
Would never have seen that before.
It's been shadfly season for the past few weeks around here and there...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,386
Posted By the sci guy

Oh heck yeah still loving mine. Haven't changed a...

Oh heck yeah still loving mine. Haven't changed a thing except a new saddle to help my bum. It's still fast and I've done some really great rides on it. love it.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 126
Posted By genejockey

Oh, I dunno. I find that the amount of...

Oh, I dunno. I find that the amount of concentration needed for road cycling is less than complete, yet it has to be front of the mind. This allows the back of my mind to run off and play,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 1,520
Posted By bulgie

We're probably not going to get a positive...

We're probably not going to get a positive behavior change from this guy, so walking away is probably best. But I can get you lots of pictures of drillium parts that broke, including ones where it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 303
Posted By FBinNY

OK so you can ignore and all the other posts...

OK so you can ignore and all the other posts about derailleurs or bent hangers.

For this and future reference you have an 5 speed IGH (aka internal gear) hub.

These shift via a pin or rod that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 1,520
Posted By Spoonrobot

Maybe this Craiglist mechanic was an unknown...

Maybe this Craiglist mechanic was an unknown acolyte of Alf Engers and thought you wanted the full weight weenie treatment?

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GFaKILjW4AAOGaE?format=jpg&name=medium


...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 04:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 126
Posted By datlas

Need a good tailwind for me to get into a flow...

Need a good tailwind for me to get into a flow state. Maybe we can call it an airflow state??
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 8,008
Views: 986,369
Posted By JaccoW

Why do silly things? Because I want to! And me...

Why do silly things? Because I want to! And me putting my fingers in bikes where they shouldn't be continues. :D

The IQ-X head light originally comes with the tiny wiring that B+M puts on all...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 04:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 424
Posted By veganbikes

If you leg is fully extended then the saddle is...

If you leg is fully extended then the saddle is too high you want a slight bend at the knee when at 6 o'clock on the pedals not super bent up but not fully locked out just a nice slight bend. That...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 1,520
Posted By Velo Mule

Wait, Atlas Shrugged, I know why you saying...

Wait, Atlas Shrugged, I know why you saying this, it is not because you believe that AI is all knowing and trustworthy, it is to head off the possibly negiative or snarky comments. But in a way you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 1,520
Posted By Robvolz

If you can drill a hole, can’t you drill out a...

If you can drill a hole, can’t you drill out a stem?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 04:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 73
Posted By juvela

----- the snag is not finding a 50.4 mm five...

-----

the snag is not finding a 50.4 mm five pin chainwheel but one with the correct bolt circle for your existing inner

the chainset in the image linked to above is the version manufactured up...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-04-24, 04:14 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 945
Posted By Ron Damon

Good. Because that's now obsolete. 😉

Good. Because that's now obsolete. 😉
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 126
Posted By Maelochs

I get into Flow states all the time. I sit on the...

I get into Flow states all the time. I sit on the couch and bang, just like that, three hours have passed and I don't feel like I made any effort.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 04:07 PM
Replies: 3,992
Views: 95,280
Posted By big john

I had a schmear on my bagel.

I had a schmear on my bagel.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 2,532
Posted By Koyote

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 1,520
Posted By genejockey

"In conclusion, Ecuador is a land of...

"In conclusion, Ecuador is a land of contrasts..."
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 21,893
Views: 3,200,223
Posted By botty kayer

I.spent last week wild camping around the...

I.spent last week wild camping around the Scottish Highlands with a group of friends. Mostly.car based travel as we covered some major miles, but I did manage to cycle Bealch na ba, rated by many as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 401
Posted By mhespenheide

Like Dfrost, I've been quite happy with the...

Like Dfrost, I've been quite happy with the Lezyne models.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 73
Posted By nlerner

TA or Stronglight 50.4 bcd outer should work if...

TA or Stronglight 50.4 bcd outer should work if you can find one in 54t. I might have a 53t TA if you’re interested.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 3,992
Views: 95,280
Posted By Velo Vol

(1) It was very slow. (2) All the walking...

(1) It was very slow.

(2) All the walking activities helped me maintain minimal fitness.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 229
Posted By Fredo76

The three-speed Raleigh with big steel baskets...

The three-speed Raleigh with big steel baskets front and rear that I used to deliver newspapers (Tucson Daily Citizen) on, in the '70s. I'm guessing it doubled its empty weight when loaded up on a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 03:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,022
Posted By rsbob

Excellent post. Can’t tell you how many...

Excellent post.

Can’t tell you how many ineffective rear lights I have encountered. I feel like asking the people, “why do you even bother?” I use Varia and Night Rider for lighting. Have a high...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-04-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 5,438
Views: 877,888
Posted By botty kayer

A few from last week wild camping with friends in...

A few from last week wild camping with friends in the Highlands of Scotland.

The Quaraig on Isle of Skye...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 126
Posted By Trakhak

I suspect most of us experience that state...

I suspect most of us experience that state throughout much of the time we're on our bikes. We're both aware and unaware of the passage of time while riding. For instance, I ride, happily, for between...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-04-24, 03:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 309
Posted By adamsdp

Thanks to everyone for the great information. I...

Thanks to everyone for the great information. I ended up ordering a Zizzo Urbano and it is on it's way. I spoke with a couple of people at Zizzo yesterday and they were more than generous with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 136
Posted By merziac

Looks like it could also be turned around to get...

Looks like it could also be turned around to get more setback as well. :twitchy:

Also looks like its about at its limit for downward tilt at the front of the saddle, bolt may not take a tool where...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 03:07 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 318
Posted By indyfabz

Where, exactly? I was 48th & Osage.

Where, exactly? I was 48th & Osage.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 9,134
Views: 3,187,922
Posted By merziac

Yep, that's it and I get and understand the fork...

Yep, that's it and I get and understand the fork deal.

Pretty sure they are stronger, way faster, easier and cheaper to make but still way too fugly IMO. :twitchy:


I have a last year 94 MB-1...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 02:54 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 638
Posted By rsbob

Have some black electrician’s tape? Just cover...

Have some black electrician’s tape? Just cover over the logos.

If you can’t do that, professional help may be in order. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 229
Posted By bikamper

Somewhere in the neighborhood of 70lbs....

Somewhere in the neighborhood of 70lbs. 1947(verified)Monark Rocket.
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...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 21,893
Views: 3,200,223
Posted By jimmuller

Thank you! We did manage to take the tandem...

Thank you!

We did manage to take the tandem out once or twice this spring. There aren't as many hours in the day as there used to be, nor days in the week, alas.
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