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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 193
Posted By PeteHski

Similar amount of gear, but less usage and much...

Similar amount of gear, but less usage and much quicker to do a plug repair.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 193
Posted By Koyote

Sorry, I didn't catch that due to the weird...

Sorry, I didn't catch that due to the weird syntax. But you're still missing the bigger point -- which is that, in the event that a plug doesn't work, you just stick in a tube and fill it with air or...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 27,239
Views: 3,209,112
Posted By freeranger

I did ride today! (5/31) 17 miles, and rode up my...

I did ride today! (5/31) 17 miles, and rode up my nemesis hill. If you're familiar with the Louisville Loop, It is the hill at the entrance to Turkey Run Park, the hill which at the top of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 03:06 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 80
Posted By KCT1986

Your derailleurs both use the standard Shimano...

Your derailleurs both use the standard Shimano pull ratios for MTB pre-10 speed, so any 7 speed MTB Shimano or compatible shifter should work.

The matching STX shifter includes the SL-MC37 and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 03:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 193
Posted By Koyote

Incorrect on all counts. The "whole point of...

Incorrect on all counts.

The "whole point of tubeless" is that it allows lower psi (without risk of pinch flats) and will handle many/most small punctures on its own...But one should still be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 193
Posted By Eric F

I have separate kits for road, gravel, and MTB. ...

I have separate kits for road, gravel, and MTB. I just grab whichever one goes with the bike I'm riding, and stuff it in my jersey pocket as I head out for my ride. It's pretty much the same as...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 3,656
Views: 86,124
Posted By DougRNS

Akron, Ohio is a hot bed for nanotechnology. ...

Akron, Ohio is a hot bed for nanotechnology. Who knew?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 02:39 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 975
Posted By indyfabz

This. My indexing got went out of whack early...

This. My indexing got went out of whack early during my first ever tour, just before we crossed the North Cascades Highway (25 years ago tomorrow, coincidentally.). Switched to friction and found I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 3,656
Views: 86,124
Posted By genejockey

Same in my business. A lot of post-docs are...

Same in my business. A lot of post-docs are really only adept and interested in the second one, and some folks are really only good at the first. The best folks - for industry - combine those...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 02:32 PM
Replies: 3,656
Views: 86,124
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Bottas scored some legit-looking tacos in Zurich...

Bottas scored some legit-looking tacos in Zurich the other day. Those margs look kinda dirty, I like it!
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 02:19 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 838
Posted By PeteHski

But you are only rocking the bike to maintain a...

But you are only rocking the bike to maintain a dynamic balance as you exert force on the pedals. If the gyroscopic force was higher then the bike would simply rock less. It might actually be more...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 3,656
Views: 86,124
Posted By big john

In my early club days I had 42x28 which was lower...

In my early club days I had 42x28 which was lower than the people I rode with had. The 7 speed cassettes had individual cogs available so I bought a 28. I rode that set up everywhere until I moved...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 3,656
Views: 86,124
Posted By TMonk

whiteboards - nice. most people use ipads or...

whiteboards - nice. most people use ipads or printed music. I see some 1-4-5 chord progressions on his board. Sound bluesy?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 3,656
Views: 86,124
Posted By Mojo31

A little entertainment in the park for my...

A little entertainment in the park for my afternoon ride.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 02:07 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 72
Posted By abdon

I would have not gone that route. ...

I would have not gone that route.



There is a gauge to make sure your derailleur is straight, it is the bike itself being straight. You measure any misalignments against that. If you look from...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 73
Posted By 79pmooney

It's been done forever. Put you bike on a stand...

It's been done forever. Put you bike on a stand or hang it from an overhead. Use the brake pads as your guide Or get creative with wire or say taped on playing cards. I built wheels for 10 years...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 485
Posted By Aubergine

You can at least roughly adjust your wheels using...

You can at least roughly adjust your wheels using the bike frame itself. I've used the brake pads as the fixed point, and adjusted spokes as needed to true the bad spots. This however does not help...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 01:55 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 975
Posted By phughes

Huh, after using an indexed bar end shifter for...

Huh, after using an indexed bar end shifter for 3,000 miles before the indexing broke, I never noticed that. (Heavy sarcasm.)

Yes, you are correct, I was referring to the difference between...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 80
Posted By cyccommute

Microshift Mezzo TS39 seven speed...

Microshift Mezzo TS39 seven speed (https://www.microshift.com/us/models/ts39-7/) is an option. They run about $18 per set. Shimano Altus 3x7...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 102
Posted By Andy_K

Man, I need to retire so I can do more of these...

Man, I need to retire so I can do more of these rides.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 3,656
Views: 86,124
Posted By genejockey

Good! Good! Let the Nerd flow through you! ...

Good! Good! Let the Nerd flow through you!

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,853
Posted By Andy_K

This ain't Eroica. My impression is if you have a...

This ain't Eroica. My impression is if you have a reason why you chose the bike you did, you're fine. If you don't, you're still probably fine but people will give you a hard time.

I rode it last...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 01:43 PM
Replies: 3,656
Views: 86,124
Posted By LAJ

Ridiculous. I hope your Doctor has the solution...

Ridiculous. I hope your Doctor has the solution to get this handled.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 485
Posted By TheBlackPumpkin

I actually want to get into wheel building just...

I actually want to get into wheel building just for the fact that my wheels come out of true relatively often due to my size. Cost and space just seems prohibitive, unless there's an easy way to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 01:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 77
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Possibly a reference to only having three arms vs...

Possibly a reference to only having three arms vs five or that it was at the bottom of the hierarchy.
Cheers,
Van
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 01:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 80
Posted By KCT1986

How many sprockets on the rear? Probably 7...

How many sprockets on the rear? Probably 7 speed, but possibly 8 on the later STX.

Are you only interested in brand new or are you open to used? Current 7 or 8 speed shifters are lower model in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 12:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 117
Posted By ArgoMan

Thanks Cranky. I always do my research before I...

Thanks Cranky. I always do my research before I ask a question here, because: A) I don't want to bother everyone unnecessarily, and B) I don't want to look like an idiot. And to be frank, I don't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 80
Posted By Trav1s

What model number derailleurs? 3x?

What model number derailleurs? 3x?
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-31-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 79
Posted By Smaug1

That IS a good deal. Less than half what I paid...

That IS a good deal. Less than half what I paid for my Aventon Level.2 and with a mid drive to boot!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 3,865
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 683,790
Posted By Wildwood

I do errands, 'commute' regularly (to be at...

I do errands, 'commute' regularly (to be at daughter/granddaughters home) and have hills (Cougar Mt) to climb late in every ride. Not everybody rides just for exercise/stress relief/fun.

But...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 104
Posted By Zaskar

On it juvela Thanks!

On it juvela Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 104
Posted By juvela

----- should you have not done so already...

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should you have not done so already you may wish to make visitation to http://www.condorino.com for exhaustive information on the subject of prodotti di Bozzi Emilio

readers will be able...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,586
Posted By big john

I'm still using a 34x29 low gear on my main bike....

I'm still using a 34x29 low gear on my main bike. Really, it's fine for most stuff. Last week there was a section of 10% with headwind. Wanted a lower gear there and later when I was tired.

Most...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 838
Posted By PeteHski

The rocking motion only occurs to maintain...

The rocking motion only occurs to maintain dynamic balance when exerting high pedal forces. If anything the trivial gyro force helps with the balance.

Take a look at the dedicated sprint trainer...
Forum: Touring
05-31-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 86
Posted By Thulsadoom

Pretty cool. Subscribed.

Pretty cool. Subscribed.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 12:14 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,339
Posted By MikeDeason

Sun

Sun
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,586
Posted By big john

Yes, it is. I understand why some of them get...

Yes, it is. I understand why some of them get e-bikes but I reserve the right to give them a hard time about it. 2 of them were racing in the 80s when I met them. Another I have ridden with for more...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 77
Posted By jdawginsc

I believe it is the nickname it got for some...

I believe it is the nickname it got for some reason. Maybe I have it wrong though?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 3,656
Views: 86,124
Posted By genejockey

And even that's an improvement on the original...

And even that's an improvement on the original cassette it came with, which was 13-23!

I find myself in my lowest gear on gradients I can do in the big ring on the Canyon, with its 11-34 11 speed...
Forum: Touring
05-31-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 86
Posted By indyfabz

Did you take the short detour to Buffalo Bill’s...

Did you take the short detour to Buffalo Bill’s house from The Silence of the Lambs?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 756
Posted By The Golden Boy

I think I understand what you're getting at- how...

I think I understand what you're getting at- how much a collector values a bike as a "collectible" vs as "a bike."

Every collector has a different decision matrix for what they want and how they...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 362
Posted By RB1-luvr

If I were not broke, I'd buy this groupset and...

If I were not broke, I'd buy this groupset and have a set of aluminum rim wheels laced for a re-do of my Ritchey Road Logic which is currently Record 11 with Reynolds wheels.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 102
Posted By gugie

Comments on the route from Bob Freeman

Bob knows these roads like the back of his hand and scouted out restaurants and hotels, some skanky, some not so. First day is half gravel, last day is almost completely gravel, all else is paved....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 11:41 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 485
Posted By RH Clark

If you are talking about buying the different...

If you are talking about buying the different wheels as being a waste, you can always use them in a touring application or sell them. Congrats on the weight loss. How much more do you need to reach a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 11:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 102
Posted By gugie

The gang

Most of the group has toured together before.

Bob Freeman (https://www.flickr.com/photos/8379107@N03/albums/) il Capo for this trip. Since we're starting literally out of his back yard, we won't...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 3,656
Views: 86,124
Posted By TMonk

42x26... ouch

42x26... ouch
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 3,656
Views: 86,124
Posted By genejockey

I think I need to get the trainer out and do some...

I think I need to get the trainer out and do some Zwifting to confirm what seems to be the case post-COVID, that I've lost a step or two. I don't have a power meter, so I can't do it outside.

Of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 11:21 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 975
Posted By Wildwood

I ride it all - find your style(s) and your sweet...

I ride it all - find your style(s) and your sweet spot.
It's a huge cycling Universe, hundreds of choices, across a range of functional disciplines - just take the plunge.
Selection has never been...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 237
Posted By john m flores

I've started posting about my trip in the Touring...

I've started posting about my trip in the Touring Section - https://www.bikeforums.net/touring/1295136-gap-c-o-trails.html#post23255278
Including just 1 drone shot...so far.



Most of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 531
Views: 42,277
Posted By obrentharris

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Bike-Rides/i-wh4N...

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Bike-Rides/i-wh4N9gb/0/S2gHvKnLnPL6mDJ4TZmvXs4GmN92jbtfr48cctpJ/XL/IMG_3345-XL.jpg

Brent
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