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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 270
Posted By shelbyfv

And for those of us who were not Physics majors...

And for those of us who were not Physics majors or even Mechanical Engineers, best not to second guess the mfg, just follow the instructions. :thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 05:04 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 92
Posted By Jeff Neese

The last couple Lezyne pumps I've purchased have...

The last couple Lezyne pumps I've purchased have the presta valve core tool built in.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 04:58 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 692
Posted By shelbyfv

Thank you. :beer: :roflmao:

Thank you. :beer:

:roflmao:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-14-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 27,287
Views: 3,244,552
Posted By Deal4Fuji

The 35 mile Creamery route has become an almost...

The 35 mile Creamery route has become an almost weekly ride as the weather heats up
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 04:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 232
Posted By Maelochs

Kelvin ... this stuff is scientific.

Kelvin ... this stuff is scientific.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:20 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,426
Posted By PromptCritical

Well, she's together enough to take for a spin...

Well, she's together enough to take for a spin around the block. Built the front wheel last night while me and the missus watched TV. Bike is crazy quick!!!! Feels good to ride.

I still have a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 03:06 AM
Replies: 4,527
Views: 114,003
Posted By bampilot06

New crankset and power meter came yesterday for...

New crankset and power meter came yesterday for the checkpoint.
I think this was the first time that installing something went super smooth. Had to raise the FD a couple mm for the bigger chain...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 03:04 AM
Replies: 4,527
Views: 114,003
Posted By bampilot06

Race went okay. Since my team had an...

Race went okay. Since my team had an overwhelming number of participants we got divided up via jersey color. 4 people to a team. I had the guys I wanted watch for a break marked and never let them...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 01:52 AM
Replies: 1,079
Views: 64,996
Posted By seagrade

Post of the week and strong contender for the...

Post of the week and strong contender for the monthly prize too.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-14-24, 01:15 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 789
Posted By David_Harris

Between dental surgery the 30th of last month...

Between dental surgery the 30th of last month keeping me from riding the beginning of the month, and being in the middle of an interstate move this very hot month, my goals are just to ride as much...
Forum: Triathlon
06-14-24, 12:58 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 76
Posted By VegasJen

I bought one from Amazon, let me see if I can...

I bought one from Amazon, let me see if I can link it up. (https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DON91Q8?psc=1&ref=ppx_yo2ov_dt_b_product_details)

It's reasonably priced and works pretty well. It clamps...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 12:40 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 608
Posted By genejockey

Last night, the stem arrived. I spent a long...

Last night, the stem arrived. I spent a long time last night doing the cables. I have a tendency to use too much cable for the derailleurs, and too litte for the brakes. So this time,I made sure...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 12:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 348
Posted By P!N20

I know it's futile discussing practicalities...

I know it's futile discussing practicalities here, but they could have saved just as much weight by shortening the seat post.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 11:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 348
Posted By RCMoeur

Wow. Good patterning. Wonder which choke he used....

Wow. Good patterning. Wonder which choke he used. :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 11:51 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,006
Posted By Eric F

In my opinion, yes. Especially after seeing the...

In my opinion, yes. Especially after seeing the pics. Unfortunately, my opinion doesn’t matter in the decision. Also unfortunately, Trek’s decision in this matter diminishes my opinion about a brand...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 10:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 430
Posted By P!N20

It's the bit that holds all the components in the...

It's the bit that holds all the components in the right place.

:lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 10:39 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,681
Posted By nlerner

Today’s ride was Leavenworth to Cle Elum, WA. It...

Today’s ride was Leavenworth to Cle Elum, WA. It was up, up, up for the first 25 miles and down, down, down for the second 25. A few pics:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 10:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 348
Posted By USAZorro

Why stop there? There's a lot of excess metal in...

Why stop there? There's a lot of excess metal in those rims and the frame as well. :innocent:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-13-24, 10:22 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 789
Posted By rje58_too

June Goal - 225 miles 6/1 - 12.9 miles -...

June Goal - 225 miles

6/1 - 12.9 miles - Trek 830
6/2 - 12.5 miles - Trek 800 Antelope
6/4 - 11.4 miles - Trek 800 Antelope
6/5 - 17.8 miles - Fuji
6/8 - 16.6 miles - Fuji
6/9 - 17.0 miles -...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 08:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 478
Posted By LarrySellerz

these “gangs” employ homeless addicts to get the...

these “gangs” employ homeless addicts to get the bikes, and have bike shop type deals in the encampments where they strip nice bikes down and rebuild them with switched components to avoid the bikes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 08:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 96
Posted By Fried_Chicken

couple more pics

a few more pics attached here.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 08:46 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 96
Posted By Fried_Chicken

AD Vent Noir questions

I've been looking out for an Austro Daimler Vent Noir for a bit (envious of theblackbullet's recent acquistion!) and came across the following. It supposedly has Campy Nuovo Record hubs. The price...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-24, 08:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 232
Posted By Koyote

I prefer to Sous Vide my tires. They come out...

I prefer to Sous Vide my tires. They come out more supple.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 330
Posted By noglider

Korina, I haven't used them, but that's a great...

Korina, I haven't used them, but that's a great price on pedals that will probably serve for a long time. Get them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 08:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 97
Posted By jamesdak

That's what I was running on mine. Such a nice...

That's what I was running on mine. Such a nice ride to be honest.

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1200x1016/peugeot28_6a80a2552e7ea7af3bf6aec29530b48fb252da0a.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-24, 08:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 232
Posted By MinnMan

depressing that the FTP of a humble kitchen...

depressing that the FTP of a humble kitchen appliance blows away anybody in the peloton.

We just weren't engineered right.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 08:09 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 97
Posted By bikemig

Panaracer Pasela s are fine tires and you can get...

Panaracer Pasela s are fine tires and you can get them with a tan sidewall which will look right on your souped up UO 8. Alloy wheels and a cotterless crank make a real difference on that bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-24, 08:03 PM
Replies: 4,527
Views: 114,003
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

The Streak? As in "Don't look, Ethel!"

The Streak? As in "Don't look, Ethel!"
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 1,079
Views: 64,996
Posted By WGB

facebook.com/marketplace/item/1035160787989347 ...

facebook.com/marketplace/item/1035160787989347

Posted 7hrs ago in Duluth1981 vintage bike$150
Listed 7 hours ago
7 hours ago
in Duluth, MN
Message

Condition
Used – fair
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-24, 07:58 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,656
Posted By MinnMan

You're 69 years old, so don't hesitate! You are...

You're 69 years old, so don't hesitate! You are losing precious time to enjoy a great bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 07:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 302
Posted By noglider

Velox tape is now called Zéfal. I still like it...

Velox tape is now called Zéfal. I still like it best of all.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 07:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 186
Posted By Pompiere

Yes, mine was just like the picture in the...

Yes, mine was just like the picture in the catalog, right down to the backward seat clamp. Only the Avocet saddle was different from stock. The seat post was steel with a sleeve to make it 27.2 mm. I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-13-24, 07:51 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 789
Posted By bikingshearer

Make Rob paint it blue. Rob loooovesblue . . ....

Make Rob paint it blue. Rob loooovesblue . . . NOT.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,468
Posted By plumberroy

If I was going to build something it would be...

If I was going to build something it would be vintage MTB or hybrid. Could you build something for that money? Yes especially if you are already a bike nut and have a parts box. And looked around...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 348
Posted By Chuck M

It looks like he randomly poked at the front...

It looks like he randomly poked at the front derailleur until the battery in his cordless drill died.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 07:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 157
Posted By Rick_D

My general observation: each rim-tire pairing is...

My general observation: each rim-tire pairing is unique. Some are harmonious and the tire mounts easily, but not too easily to be loose. Others are monstrous and gorilla hands and about five levers...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 07:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 221
Posted By noglider

Years ago, a member quit once he hit a milestone...

Years ago, a member quit once he hit a milestone like that. It makes no sense to me.

We're glad you're in our community. You belong here.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-13-24, 07:38 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 993
Posted By wayold

As it turns out I have a Magicshine SeeMe 180 and...

As it turns out I have a Magicshine SeeMe 180 and a Garmin Varia RVR315 mounted on the seatpost of one of my bikes. Here are the sizes of the two 1/4 turn mounts for comparison:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 07:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 226
Posted By Rick_D

Lovely, classic, impeccably cared for. Do enjoy...

Lovely, classic, impeccably cared for. Do enjoy this slice of cycling lore.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 226
Posted By Mad Honk

Good on yer wife for finding this wonderful ride....

Good on yer wife for finding this wonderful ride. I love mine and every other guy I know that has one does too. Give it some love and it will return it. Smiles, MH
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 577
Posted By Fredo76

None of mine completed the fourth grade, even....

None of mine completed the fourth grade, even. They had to work for a living! But they have street smarts.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 07:24 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,006
Posted By wheelreason

The chain is sucked into the gap between the...

The chain is sucked into the gap between the crank and the BB shell after it drops off the ring by the pedaling motion.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,006
Posted By Trakhak

Here's Canyon's "Prevent Chain Suck...

Here's Canyon's "Prevent Chain Suck (https://www.canyon.com/en-us/support-articles/prevent_chain_suck.html)" page.

As I remember from my bike store days back when MTB's were becoming popular,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,468
Posted By uncle uncle

Original poster here...I just got back to this...

Original poster here...I just got back to this thread, having worked overtime for the past few days, and have been shot, mentally and physically, by the time I got home. I like the enthusiasm that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 07:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 348
Posted By noglider

And his drillium workmanship isn't good, either.

And his drillium workmanship isn't good, either.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 28,076
Views: 4,649,125
Posted By bharrisonb

I recently rescued a 1969 Phillips moments before...

I recently rescued a 1969 Phillips moments before it would have been picked up for trash. It was in rough shape, but I refreshed it ...

I decided to repaint the mudguards (very rusted, originally...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,402
Posted By RustyPeugeot

We have working MAFAC RACER brakes with new...

We have working MAFAC RACER brakes with new cables and housing.
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_6011_84e4f5b1939260e459e124d524acdb1db8825092.jpeg...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 472
Posted By SpedFast

Your instructions are too easy to follow, are you...

Your instructions are too easy to follow, are you trying to put the LBS's out of business? haha:) Seriously, I do believe most people that keep their bikes tuned do it exactly as you just stated. No...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 228
Posted By bulgie

Not at the moment. My last framebuilding gig...

Not at the moment. My last framebuilding gig ended in '99 (I think) when Match went out of business. Then I switched to IT consultant for the next 20+ years. Now retired, I have collected enough...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-24, 06:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 472
Posted By smd4

Here’s another one: Don’t pull on the cable with...

Here’s another one: Don’t pull on the cable with your hand to move the derailleur; too imprecise and not enough control. This works better if you have a stand or someone to lift the rear wheel off...
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