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Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-24, 05:49 AM
Replies: 4,497
Views: 112,791
Posted By bampilot06

Power meter and crankset arrive today, first race...

Power meter and crankset arrive today, first race in months today. Today is going to be a good day.


Flew the bus for the first time yesterday. Groovy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 05:05 AM
Replies: 753
Views: 54,129
Posted By bwilli88

Well the BOC came and went. My take ...

Well the BOC came and went.
My take
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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-13-24, 04:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 183
Posted By indyfabz

Young-ish. July 4, 1999, somewhere in ND...

Young-ish.

July 4, 1999, somewhere in ND while riding across the country. I was wearing my red, white and blue. I remember the only store en route was closed. We stopped along the side of the road...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 04:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 186
Posted By shelbyfv

Tubeless sealant will fill most punctures small...

Tubeless sealant will fill most punctures small enough to cause a "slow leak."
Forum: Touring
06-13-24, 04:43 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 890
Posted By staehpj1

You can find the new empty bottles for pretty...

You can find the new empty bottles for pretty cheap on amazon. Not sure about sale in europe or shipping to there, but I'd guess it wouldn't be a problem. A google search for "empty mini liquor...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 04:20 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 484
Posted By jwalther

Don't know where you're located, but plan to...

Don't know where you're located, but plan to attend next year's Horsey Hundred (https://horseyhundred.com/) sponsored by the Bluegrass Cycling Club (https://bgcycling.net/). Planned rides for three...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-13-24, 03:40 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 29
Posted By alexnagui

FS: 50.4bcd 5 vis CNC chainrings compact doubles for Stronglight, TA and other cranks

Hi there,

I still have some chainrings left which I have made in the past two years using CNC. They are all meant for 50.4bcd cranks (Stronglight 49D, TA Cyclotouriste, etc.), made from AL7075...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 01:22 AM
Replies: 21,914
Views: 3,228,431
Posted By avecReynolds531

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 12:52 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,490
Posted By Andy_K

No pictures from the rest day? I need a vicarious...

No pictures from the rest day? I need a vicarious living fix.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-24, 11:18 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 24,935
Posted By RubeRad

I don't even remember

I don't even remember
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 11:13 PM
Replies: 462
Views: 88,621
Posted By Mr. 66

Those lowered are high priced compared to what I...

Those lowered are high priced compared to what I see at the local coop, bike thrifts, even more than local brick & morter new/used shop.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-12-24, 11:11 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 672
Posted By msalvetti

June Goal: 300 miles 6/1: 20.0 6/2: 15.0 ...

June Goal: 300 miles
6/1: 20.0
6/2: 15.0
6/4: 20.0
6/5: 20.0
6/7: 20.0
6/10: 20.0
6/12: 20.0

MTD: 135.0
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 11:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 822
Posted By dbhouston

The Sunday Piccolo and Medio were both available...

The Sunday Piccolo and Medio were both available for Classico riders: https://www.tulsatough.com/gran-fondo-maps Many of us rode on Satuday, too, though I suspect mostly on our more modern bikes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 98
Posted By squirtdad

10000 post.......thanks all

Just happened to glance at my post count and it was 9999

so for 10,000th (my count better be right or I will be embarrased)

thanks all for help, discussions, input, entertainment,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 10:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 149
Posted By squirtdad

looks like remnants of a rubber rim tape yes...

looks like remnants of a rubber rim tape

yes need rim tape. Velox cloth for older style rims for the win
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 10:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 299
Posted By Mr. 66

What’s the frame?

What’s the frame?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 149
Posted By Aubergine

I dunno. Those look like clincher hooks on the...

I dunno. Those look like clincher hooks on the sidewalls.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 09:59 PM
Replies: 6,574
Views: 621,919
Posted By Sierra_rider

Not a ton of motivation today, but I did manage...

Not a ton of motivation today, but I did manage to get 12 miles and 1500' around my neighborhood today. Which is actually the perfect amount for the week, as I'm planning a hard ride with a friend on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 920
Posted By FBinNY

All this fretting over crimping housing end caps...

All this fretting over crimping housing end caps is pointless.

While there's no reason you can't crimp them on should you want to, there's also no reason you need to.

Housings are in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 09:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 186
Posted By 79pmooney

Slow leaks are where real frame pumps rule. The...

Slow leaks are where real frame pumps rule. The faster you can pump, the less you have to do to get to pressure to race off 'till your next stop. The higher the pressure you can pump to, the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 08:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 186
Posted By zandoval

Over the last 30 years I have used a mini pump....

Over the last 30 years I have used a mini pump. And yes it can be a real chore just getting close to proper pressure after a flat fix or a top off. But I can tell you I have had zero complaints when...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 08:45 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,588
Posted By mikekone

classic bicycles auburn attendance was up from 2022

Actually, attendance was up in 2024 compared with 2022 (I'm the one who handles registration). We don't have firm numbers on Sunday 2024 compared with 2022, but my sense is that was up as well...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 08:45 PM
Replies: 397
Views: 23,681
Posted By iab

Went at Auburn. ...

Went at Auburn.

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 08:45 PM
Replies: 4,497
Views: 112,791
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

When I do I'll divulge her exact rank.

When I do I'll divulge her exact rank.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 397
Views: 23,681
Posted By georges1

that is a fantastic and awesome collection :thumb:

that is a fantastic and awesome collection :thumb:
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-12-24, 08:26 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 102
Posted By jfouellette

In Montreal, C&L Cycles built my 406 wheels with...

In Montreal, C&L Cycles built my 406 wheels with Alfine 8 hub. They may be interested.

https://www.clcycle.ca/en/

Also found this used hub for sale.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-12-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 102
Posted By Reddleman

Try SJS Cycles in the UK maybe? They might be...

Try SJS Cycles in the UK maybe? They might be able to mail you a custom set?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 08:09 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,588
Posted By iab

Top 1% has certainly fallen too. 5-figure Herse...

Top 1% has certainly fallen too. 5-figure Herse (and the like) just don't happen any more. Buggy whip, model train, lugged steel frame. But that doesn't mean we aren't going to enjoy the hell out...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 27,280
Views: 3,242,530
Posted By SpedFast

Got my usual 25 miles in on a beautiful day along...

Got my usual 25 miles in on a beautiful day along the beach. Had a nice tail wind heading out and really worked up a sweat coming back. This bike was given to me so I ran through it, adjusted...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 07:58 PM
Replies: 4,497
Views: 112,791
Posted By Velo Vol

For a twist this eve I met my step requirement by...

For a twist this eve I met my step requirement by walking to pick up drugs at the pharmacy. #MultiTasking
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 07:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 186
Posted By Steve B.

I’ve never found that the hope that topping off...

I’ve never found that the hope that topping off will get me home or back to my car works. I always end up putting in a new tube.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 07:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 290
Posted By spelger

i put these on my dedicated trainer bike and my...

i put these on my dedicated trainer bike and my outdoor bike. never a drop since. it is extreamly cheap insurance.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 07:42 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,135
Posted By ehcoplex

That’s a sharp looking ride!

That’s a sharp looking ride!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 346
Posted By Biker Pete

This one has Universal Super 68 brake calipers. ...

This one has Universal Super 68 brake calipers.

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,097
Posted By macattack71

I always put my foot down at an intersection if...

I always put my foot down at an intersection if cars are present. Much less risk of someone not seeing me, and I can go on my terms. I don't want to be that cyclist that blows thru intersections....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 27,280
Views: 3,242,530
Posted By pepperbelly

I did a 6 mile loop early this afternoon. I...

I did a 6 mile loop early this afternoon. I really need to get my diet dialed in. I didn't eat before and really felt it. Low carb is tricky.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 27,280
Views: 3,242,530
Posted By essiemyra

I was out and on the road at 6 am this morning,...

I was out and on the road at 6 am this morning, and found a 20 mile loop. A great way to start my day today.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 4,497
Views: 112,791
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Whew, I was freaking out that this was my slowest...

Whew, I was freaking out that this was my slowest possible ride today because Strava was slow to compute my segment results. "What, not even a lowly bronze medal? That's impossible, I felt pretty...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 06:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 290
Posted By shelbyfv

A chain catcher might be a useful addition. A...

A chain catcher might be a useful addition. A friend destroyed the BB shell of a Cervelo but I think he may have dropped the chain more than once. :o
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 06:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 277
Posted By juvela

----- some quality Olmo machines of this era...

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some quality Olmo machines of this era received their arrestors from Giovanni Galli S.p.A. - Balilla

they can be seen at the Peter Brueggeman site


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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 654
Views: 288,123
Posted By 2cam16

You're like a few years too late. Don't. Not...

You're like a few years too late. Don't. Not worth it right now. No one is buying. Not unless you don't mind the wait to sell a bike then go for it. But "everyone" has a bike right now and doesn't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 06:17 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,135
Posted By SuperLJ

I used these exact instructions to modify a...

I used these exact instructions to modify a Lezyne Road Drive pump when I had my Nobilette built.

I remember at the time I bought a spare pump and spring, but now I can’t seem to locate either...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 462
Views: 88,621
Posted By AdventureManCO

Maybe I'm too cheap, but the prices I see at...

Maybe I'm too cheap, but the prices I see at co-ops are too high. They get all this for free. If it is around for more than a month or two, it's too expensive. A co-op near me has had the same...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 277
Posted By John E

Were aluminum Campag. seatposts and cranksets a...

Were aluminum Campag. seatposts and cranksets a thing in 1960?

My almost all-original 1960 Capo Sieger has steel Agrati cranks, a steel seatpost, and that same adjustable-reach Ambrosio stem your...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 183
Posted By bruce19

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

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Me on far left with my bike. Hackensack, NJ circa 1956.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 161
Posted By bulgie

Some of my best memories are from the time of...

Some of my best memories are from the time of working elbow to elbow with Glenn Erickson, '79 to '83 or so. After he sold his half of the business and moved on (I forget when exactly) it was much...
Forum: Touring
06-12-24, 06:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 375
Posted By Paul_P

I'm no expert, I just like exploring how things...

I'm no expert, I just like exploring how things work (and I may be way off in left field). I drew some pictures to get an idea of what was going on. I left gravity out but it does play a role,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 277
Posted By bulgie

Does the saddle stamp on top say Campagnolo?...

Does the saddle stamp on top say Campagnolo? Brooks made a special model B-17 with narrower than normal rails, and Campy made the seatpost with the rail support hardware spaced narrower to match....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-12-24, 05:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 79
Posted By Kontact

Cartridge is the only thing that will work on a...

Cartridge is the only thing that will work on a spindle that short. I've had good luck with no-name cheapies off eBay or Amazon. I also have a 7410 crank.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 256
Posted By wrk101

First thing I notice is the top tube cable guides...

First thing I notice is the top tube cable guides are very rusty. At that point, I am buying parts. Yes, I have remediated many rusty bikes, but it takes a lot of time to do it right. In the end, the...
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