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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 165
Posted By nlerner

That's not a freewheel, but a 6-speed Uniglide...

That's not a freewheel, but a 6-speed Uniglide cassette. Quite a bit rarer and more difficult to replace, I'm afraid!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 165
Posted By piofrio

unfortunately I can't post pictures or full links...

unfortunately I can't post pictures or full links here because my account is too new:/ I tried to attach an imgur link in my original post that shows the bike, if that doesn't work try adding https...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 165
Posted By SurferRosa

Agreed. Pics would help immensely. I can't open...

Agreed. Pics would help immensely. I can't open your Imgur link. Let us know exactly what you have. Cassette or freewheel? Cog count?

I don't like sending folks to bike shops that I don't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 840
Views: 46,486
Posted By SoCaled

Casati Gold Line - $1,400 - Hollywood, CA ...

Casati Gold Line - $1,400 - Hollywood, CA
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bik/d/los-angeles-vintage-casati-road-bike/7751294316.html...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-28-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 27,231
Views: 3,204,351
Posted By essiemyra

I got a late start this morning, and also due to...

I got a late start this morning, and also due to my neck being very stiff and not being able to get past my left shoulder to look I stayed on the bike path this morning. My ride was only for 8.8...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 3,394
Views: 79,595
Posted By Trsnrtr

Yep, besides having bi-focal riding glasses, the...

Yep, besides having bi-focal riding glasses, the Karoo has a higher resolution than a Garmin. This is a K2 and supposedly the K3 is higher resolution yet.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 9,109
Views: 3,176,280
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

‘87 Peugeot Canyon Express

I normally have wide slicks on this one and use it for family rides. My 12 year old son and I have been mountain biking together so I thought I’d throw on a pair of knobby tires and give it a go....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 01:10 PM
Replies: 3,394
Views: 79,595
Posted By Trsnrtr

Loven' 'em. ...

Loven' 'em.

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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-28-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 357
Posted By I-Like-To-Bike

Sure, just like old codgers :50:never attained...

Sure, just like old codgers :50:never attained high speeds or had accidents while deliberately riding in very close proximity with other bicyclists in order to maximize their speed.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 3,394
Views: 79,595
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

I have a specially sharpened screwdriver for...

I have a specially sharpened screwdriver for crown races, but the other day I picked up a groundscore chisel which might be better suited for the task
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-28-24, 01:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 214
Posted By veganbikes

To a degree but I think Fender is more...

To a degree but I think Fender is more recognizable. It is like people wearing Ramones or Nirvana T-Shirts who may not actually have listened to them. Bikes kind of look the same to a degree with a...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-28-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 214
Posted By Eric F

Maybe Fender guitars scores higher than Trek, but...

Maybe Fender guitars scores higher than Trek, but I still think both are in a significant minority for brand recognition connected with specific users by the general public.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 3,394
Views: 79,595
Posted By indyfabz

Hoping to dust off (literally and figuratively)...

Hoping to dust off (literally and figuratively) the road bike tomorrow and have a go.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 3,394
Views: 79,595
Posted By indyfabz

He and I share a default setting.

He and I share a default setting.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 9,109
Views: 3,176,280
Posted By orbeamike

OG Off road touring bike, one of only a handful...

OG Off road touring bike, one of only a handful ever madehttps://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/pxl_20211212_184252380_b5e4e55d7ed575d6b94cb87783b50fe68ef6cc44.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 3,394
Views: 79,595
Posted By abshipp

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/447x182/screenshot_2024_05_28_142957_102d0aba2d032ba6bb412641194ceea332510850.jpg
+...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,939
Posted By cb400bill

After a moderator staff review, this type of...

After a moderator staff review, this type of anti-cycling thread is not welcome on a cycling site.

Thread closed.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 3,394
Views: 79,595
Posted By TMonk

Just learned he was a San Diegan too. He entered...

Just learned he was a San Diegan too. He entered and left the world here. RIP indeed!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 12:18 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 6,891
Posted By orcas island

One data point to add: the Centurion sold this...

One data point to add: the Centurion sold this morning to a nice guy in his late 30’s? whose friend had gotten him interested in vintage bikes. It sold after I dropped the price in the ad to $300, no...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:14 PM
Replies: 3,394
Views: 79,595
Posted By genejockey

I spent yesterday afternoon washing 5 bikes. This...

I spent yesterday afternoon washing 5 bikes. This was the first big Bike Wash since the Fall. Checked chains as I was re-lubing, and 2 of them need new. I had to order an 11 speed for the Canyon,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:01 PM
Replies: 3,394
Views: 79,595
Posted By terrymorse

22 mph feels like...victory! That speed on...

22 mph feels like...victory!

That speed on residential streets feels really fast -- and a bit scary. Lots of potential hazards.

I did 22.4 for a short residential segment...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 165
Posted By Trakhak

Here's some information for the original poster,...

Here's some information for the original poster, in case he or she hasn't been put off by the possibly confusing posts that assume some level of familiarity with different generations of bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 840
Views: 46,486
Posted By icemilkcoffee

All chrome Gitane $100 ...

All chrome Gitane $100
https://images.craigslist.org/00O0O_dQc5wzMfuBv_1320MM_1200x900.jpg
https://sfbay.craigslist.org/sby/bik/d/mountain-view-all-chrome-gitane-grand/7749604527.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 6,891
Posted By genejockey

I'd describe it differently. I'd say there's no...

I'd describe it differently. I'd say there's no reason for anyone younger than Gen-X to feel any kind of affinity for old bikes. We Boomers admired these bikes when we were young and the bikes were...
Forum: Southern California
05-28-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 2,938
Views: 383,428
Posted By jonathanf2

No riding Sunday. Monday I did a quick 18 miles...

No riding Sunday. Monday I did a quick 18 miles in the morning climbing Elysian Park. Quite a few cyclists out as well. Tried catching a cyclist on the climb, while putting 80-85% effort, but this...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 3,394
Views: 79,595
Posted By DougRNS

Moving day and Roscoe is bored so he's switched...

Moving day and Roscoe is bored so he's switched to the default setting which is napping. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 697
Posted By TheBlackPumpkin

Thanks that's very good to know. It does appear...

Thanks that's very good to know. It does appear to be the case that Apex has some compatibility issues that basically require new hubs and the lot if you decide to upgrade so that's definitely worth...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,407
Posted By Kobe

My Mercian has become the oldest bike in my...

My Mercian has become the oldest bike in my collection, mainly because it rides so nice and fits like it was custom for me.

...
Forum: Touring
05-28-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 156
Posted By djb

The cork versions do have a nice tactile thing to...

The cork versions do have a nice tactile thing to them, less sticky when really hot.
I have a set of the long ones, but only use them on my winter commuter bike.
Having any sort of bar end, even...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 11:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 453
Posted By Wildwood

To try to please a non-cycling spouse, we changed...

To try to please a non-cycling spouse, we changed saddles and bicycles many times. But the $3500 tandem that was only ridden 3 or 4 times as a 'cycling couple' was the last straw. Sometimes cycling...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,939
Posted By Eric F

The tone is tense because this is now your second...

The tone is tense because this is now your second fear-mongering thread out of the two threads you've started.

Ride in constant fear, and you're likely to miss out on the beauty of both the forest...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 256
Posted By terrymorse

No, it's great, you'll love it. Embrace the...

No, it's great, you'll love it. Embrace the obsession.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:28 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 321
Posted By unworthy1

My guess: Portland, far more framebuilders there...

My guess: Portland, far more framebuilders there than in Pas (but a lotta bike riders in Pas and the San Gabriels).
PLEASE take and upload some more and SHARPER pix!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 165
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh that’s one of the last cog as the retainer,...

Oh that’s one of the last cog as the retainer, yes those are far between. Gear number 3 looks very worn and number 6 looks hooky.

I think some people use newer cassettes’ cogs, slightly modified...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 321
Posted By jdawginsc

Yeah, I got nothing on that one. Looks like a...

Yeah, I got nothing on that one. Looks like a beauty though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 321
Posted By Robvolz

Gotta say, I have no idea what brand this is, but...

Gotta say, I have no idea what brand this is, but that’s a cool logo. Looks like the Rose from either Pasadena or Portland, both considered city of roses.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 165
Posted By SurferRosa

Sometimes it's easy to see a broken/worn tooth...

Sometimes it's easy to see a broken/worn tooth problem of a freewheel, and sometimes it's not obvious no matter how much time you spend investigating. That's why I always use brand new freewheels...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:04 AM
Replies: 840
Views: 46,486
Posted By Clang

Go to any FB marketplace ad and paste the number...

Go to any FB marketplace ad and paste the number (in this case 346416708463599) over the number that's already there.

I've tried fudging the URL like you suggested many different ways and the...
Forum: Southern California
05-28-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 2,938
Views: 383,428
Posted By Eric F

Late to report... Saturday - Short and quick...

Late to report...

Saturday - Short and quick 16mi gravel bike ride to Cherry Canyon and Glendale Sports Complex. Mediocre motivation, but that melted away in the first couple of miles. Felt...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 129
Posted By PhilFo

Send me a PM. I'm in West Philly and have a few...

Send me a PM. I'm in West Philly and have a few you can at least try out to get a feel for size.
I'm 5'10" with a 33" inseam, by the way.
Phil
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 3,394
Views: 79,595
Posted By bampilot06

Im currently running 120 mm 17 degree drop. I...

Im currently running 120 mm 17 degree drop. I think going to 100 mm 6 degree drop might be too little reach.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 840
Views: 46,486
Posted By SoCaled

Trek 520 - $220 - San Yisidro, CA ...

Trek 520 - $220 - San Yisidro, CA
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/bik/d/san-ysidro-trek-520/7742662659.html
27" to 700c wheel swap...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 165
Posted By gugie

This is an old, known phenomena, as is the...

This is an old, known phenomena, as is the solution.

As drivetrains age with use, chains wear out, and the distance between links increases ever so slightly. These in turn wear cogs on your...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-28-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,874
Posted By unworthy1

PART TWO: After picking this up back in 11/22 I...

PART TWO: After picking this up back in 11/22 I have had it "in my cue" ever since and finally conclude that I won't be able to follow thru with the full build out :(
SO, after checking with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 321
Posted By cb400bill

Lotus?

Lotus?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 321
Posted By Mr. 66

I was able draw some detail ...

I was able draw some detail
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1120x1991/img_0500_f344e80bc60b7d941f1763e1087e5700e9bf4b17.jpeg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 165
Posted By niliraga

I'm guessing someone put a new chain on this bike...

I'm guessing someone put a new chain on this bike before you bought it, and kept the original (and now worn) freewheel in place. that is often the scenario that leads to skipping, and a suitable...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-28-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 17,882
Views: 1,524,297
Posted By Hermes

Memorial Day, we did a banded ride with our...

Memorial Day, we did a banded ride with our friends in Oregon on Zwift. Talked on Discord and discussed the Giro and the next gen of bicycles and wheel technology.

Today was an endurance...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-28-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 5,410
Views: 872,664
Posted By Fredo76

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1340x2000/img_2950_1be2eaaabcfb576564bda9fbe02c236352310983.jpeg
Evening ride on Memorial Day
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 321
Posted By cb400bill

Indoor shots are usually too dark to see much...

Indoor shots are usually too dark to see much detail.

Please take the bike outside and shoot more pics. Prioritize the bike's details like the lugs, fork ends and dropouts, fork crown, etc.
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