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06-06-24, 10:02 PM
Replies: 6,530
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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...
06-06-24, 09:56 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,227
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....
06-06-24, 09:48 PM
Replies: 1,937
Views: 116,548
Posted By nlerner

He was quite prescient.

He was quite prescient.
06-06-24, 09:32 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,227
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...
06-06-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 27,255
Views: 3,225,026
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...
06-06-24, 08:48 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 573
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”...
06-06-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 46
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...
06-06-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 50
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: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 08:32 PM
Replies: 4,108
Views: 98,514
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Spotted two RHD Subarus on the walk to dinner!

Spotted two RHD Subarus on the walk to dinner!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 4,108
Views: 98,514
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Ain't nothin compared to the Dizz.

Ain't nothin compared to the Dizz.
06-06-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 573
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...
06-06-24, 08:21 PM
Replies: 6,530
Views: 614,554
Posted By rsbob

Well done. Serves the slacker right. Hate that.

Well done. Serves the slacker right. Hate that.
06-06-24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 321
Posted By mstateglfr

the proposed rebate would be proportional to...

the proposed rebate would be proportional to purchase price because it would be a % up to a capped amount.
06-06-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 89
Posted By Portlandjim

Super Record brakes have levers with holes, the...

Super Record brakes have levers with holes, the calipers are the same as Record. The calipers shown in the offer look to be the short reach version. My eyes are seeing aluminum pad holders. If so,...
06-06-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 573
Posted By cudak888

"Funny, in reality, the wall thickness of quality...

"Funny, in reality, the wall thickness of quality steel tubing is only about as much as a single business card. But that's still thicker than your argument."

-Kurt
06-06-24, 07:43 PM
Replies: 6,530
Views: 614,554
Posted By jaxgtr

Total miles ridden since last Saturday. Zero,...

Total miles ridden since last Saturday. Zero, Nada, Zilch..... 18 hr days for the most part at work, except today, I had it easy, only 13, but I am going to try and sneak an indoor ride in Sat and...
06-06-24, 07:41 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 6,081
Posted By Pompiere

The first official ride on the $1 Univega is in...

The first official ride on the $1 Univega is in the books. I did 20 miles with the local club. I am really happy with this bike. It tracked straight, soaked up the bumps, and didn't feel like a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 07:20 PM
Replies: 4,108
Views: 98,514
Posted By Velo Vol

What will you be doing at 97? ...

What will you be doing at 97?

https://x.com/RealPizzaPepe/status/1798794615002202548
06-06-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 1,005
Views: 57,097
Posted By rccardr

Yes, however that’s only one part of the problem....

Yes, however that’s only one part of the problem.
There have been several threads regarding the necessary mods, please look it up.
06-06-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 573
Posted By Spaghetti Legs

Just a guess that the irony of his critique on...

Just a guess that the irony of his critique on the durability of a (I’m guessing) functioning 35-40 year old frame was lost on him.
06-06-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 6,530
Views: 614,554
Posted By Jughed

Bad weather here, real bad… 34 virtual miles...

Bad weather here, real bad…

34 virtual miles on Zwift.

2x30 min intervals up the Alp. Set PB’s for 1 hour power & time up the Alp.

Tried to crack that 1 hour mark, came close @63 minutes,but...
06-06-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 1,005
Views: 57,097
Posted By Muffins

$250 Fuji Opus III, Akron Ohio ...

$250 Fuji Opus III, Akron Ohio
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06-06-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 321
Posted By rsbob

IF, there was a rebate on regular bikes and...

IF, there was a rebate on regular bikes and e-bikes, the rebate should be proportional to the purchase price. If you can buy a pedal bike at Wallyworld for $200, or a Specialized Como (like my wife...
06-06-24, 06:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 573
Posted By abdon

If I needed to get there faster I would take the...

If I needed to get there faster I would take the car. I ride bikes because I actually want to slow down and smell the roses.
06-06-24, 06:56 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 573
Posted By AdventureManCO

lol Something I'll never have to worry...

lol

Something I'll never have to worry about.

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Much ado...
06-06-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 573
Posted By bulgie

Yeah the thin stuff is thinner than one business...

Yeah the thin stuff is thinner than one business card. And he meant your tubes are as thick as 3 or 4 of them?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 709
Posted By jaxgtr

I got arrested at the beach when I was changing...

I got arrested at the beach when I was changing out of my wetsuit into some dry clothes when I was 16. My brother decided it would be funny to pull my towel off as a bunch of girls from school were...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 4,108
Views: 98,514
Posted By DougRNS

Damn right!

Damn right!
06-06-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 1,005
Views: 57,097
Posted By SoCaled

Miyata - $10 - Brea, CA ...

Miyata - $10 - Brea, CA
https://offerup.com/item/detail/36ddeebf-c7f5-3095-9a80-cbd91ba1ff1b

...
06-06-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 6,530
Views: 614,554
Posted By rsbob

28 miles with the better half. Me riding Zone 2...

28 miles with the better half. Me riding Zone 2 worked well for her and her electric stallion. She was right on my tail on a couple of PR climbs I wanted to nail - one starting at 10% and going up...
06-06-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 273
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I actually bought a 10-12 year supply of shaving...

I actually bought a 10-12 year supply of shaving cream today even though I still probably have a years worth left in the current can.
06-06-24, 06:36 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 273
Posted By SpedFast

I'd agree, if I had teeth. :(

I'd agree, if I had teeth. :(
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 4,108
Views: 98,514
Posted By LAJ

USA STUNS PAKISTAN AT THE MEN’S T20 CRICKET WORLD...

USA STUNS PAKISTAN AT THE MEN’S T20 CRICKET WORLD CUP

"Biggest upset in sports history"

We even kick ass in sports we don't understand.

'Merica
06-06-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 321
Posted By Pratt

They don't ride e-bikes over cars, they ride...

They don't ride e-bikes over cars, they ride monster trucks over cars.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 06:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 441
Posted By Sierra_rider

Lol, you managed to quote the proof that I'm not...

Lol, you managed to quote the proof that I'm not that high functioning. Somehow my grammar has managed to regress to that of a cave man.:fred:
06-06-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 294
Posted By unterhausen

If those are complete sets of nervex lugs in the...

If those are complete sets of nervex lugs in the boxes, you may be able to fund your retirement if you put them on ebay. I hate to say how much I spent on a set of Nervex Pro lugs, and it didn't...
06-06-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 824
Posted By Sierra_rider

This is true, the older 26"er XC bikes just...

This is true, the older 26"er XC bikes just aren't competitive with the newer models...especially in the upper categories, where we're really grasping for any advantage. I'm racing a full suspension...
06-06-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 1,937
Views: 116,548
Posted By Hondo6

I think development of the "envy" part of Freud's...

I think development of the "envy" part of Freud's theories predated the Huffman Manufacturing Corporation and the Huffy bicycle brand by some years. :)
06-06-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 573
Posted By bulgie

I'd answer "yes, unfortunately for you, I do...

I'd answer "yes, unfortunately for you, I do know."
06-06-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 294
Posted By Bergz

You Win!

You Win!
06-06-24, 05:59 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 150
Posted By bulgie

How cool is that? What a great forum.

How cool is that? What a great forum.
06-06-24, 05:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 66
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

In my opinion the Schwinn is the higher caliber...

In my opinion the Schwinn is the higher caliber frame and fork with higher end components all around, but mountain bikes changed a whole lot in the decade that separates these two. If it were my...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 05:49 PM
Replies: 4,108
Views: 98,514
Posted By genejockey

I have longish legs and a shortish torso, so all...

I have longish legs and a shortish torso, so all my bikes have long posts
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06-06-24, 05:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 94
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

Back in the day when the interweb wasn't around...

Back in the day when the interweb wasn't around we would have potential customers call us and ask how much to fix their bike. We would reply that we really had to have hands on to be able to do that...
06-06-24, 05:37 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 824
Posted By genejockey

I do tend to look down my nose at my own bike,...

I do tend to look down my nose at my own bike, while riding it. It's the geometry of the human face.
06-06-24, 05:37 PM
Replies: 1,937
Views: 116,548
Posted By nlerner

Didn’t Freud write about that?

Didn’t Freud write about that?
06-06-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 1,937
Views: 116,548
Posted By nlerner

Hmm, I think I have some ape hangers to swap in.

Hmm, I think I have some ape hangers to swap in.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 05:31 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 709
Posted By genejockey

No, but this was back in 1988. EDIT: I'm...

No, but this was back in 1988.

EDIT: I'm curious about their legal excuse for pulling people over, AND their Probable Cause for searching vehicles.
06-06-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 824
Posted By big john

I was on a long climb on my mtb and a skinny guy...

I was on a long climb on my mtb and a skinny guy on an e-bike caught up and started chatting with me. He excused himself and started to ride away. I said if I was on my YZ490 I would have roosted him...
06-06-24, 05:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 207
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

Because that other tire never was ridden over the...

Because that other tire never was ridden over the same tread cutting kind of object, in a manor that resulted in a similar cut. The lack of a problem is not the same as not being able to have a...
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