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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 10:26 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 616
Posted By kroozer

I am using an Allvit RD on my '62 Jack Taylor....

I am using an Allvit RD on my '62 Jack Taylor. With the extra-long levers and a Suntour freewheel the shifting is slow but very solid, like changing gears on a truck.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 561
Posted By sbarner

I'm trying to sell this one, currently listing it...

I'm trying to sell this one, currently listing it locally for $125. It's about as close to new as one can get, and I doubt one out of the box would be worth any more. It came into our local bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 870
Views: 49,146
Posted By smontanaro

Seeing if this works... ...

Seeing if this works...

www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1897395434055335/
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-31-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 57
Posted By RChung

If what you're doing isn't producing the results...

If what you're doing isn't producing the results you want then continuing to do what you're doing probably won't either.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 09:09 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 561
Posted By Classtime

I am soooo relieved to read the responses to this...

I am soooo relieved to read the responses to this thread! 35 years ago, someone gave to my dad a pair of Varsity's -- his and hers-- and during a visit, I tried everything to get them to ride/shift...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 313
Posted By branko_76

I reuse cables often when I restore old road...

I reuse cables often when I restore old road bikes. I clean up the exposed portions, which are usually weathered, with a green scotch pad to shine them up, then lightly coat the entire cable with...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-31-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 131
Posted By hayden52

Maybe if you take out some of the seats. ...

Maybe if you take out some of the seats.

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,462
Posted By Sierra_rider

At this point in my riding career, I have no...

At this point in my riding career, I have no reason or desire to ride an E-bike. However, I was contemplating this, while climbing, recently. I live in a mountainous area and with the exception of a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 27,237
Views: 3,208,513
Posted By WaveyGravey

Today I rode 33 miles.

Today I rode 33 miles.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 08:44 AM
Replies: 6,486
Views: 607,328
Posted By WaveyGravey

Today I rode 33 miles.

Today I rode 33 miles.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,577
Posted By curbtender

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

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1170x1344/img_6636_a02603f4f5c56cb9e95ef1e5a9650546b3295b1d.jpg
Friend sent me this. I told him I'd have to upgrade my parts bin to do this.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 27,237
Views: 3,208,513
Posted By essiemyra

I started later than I would have liked due to...

I started later than I would have liked due to the temp being at 50f degrees this morning. Eventually at 7 am I decided to wear a light jacket instead of letting the day get away from me. I rode for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 734
Posted By Koyote

I don't know how to assess those relative...

I don't know how to assess those relative probabilities. I think both scenarios are rather unlikely.



I don't know if mechanical disc brakes are less failure-prone....But if you don't need the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 08:15 AM
Replies: 3,627
Views: 85,443
Posted By bampilot06

Knee went bad after 7 miles on the trainer...

Knee went bad after 7 miles on the trainer yesterday. Felt like it was on fire. I stopped immediately, so I pray that it will be okay today if I get to ride outside.

2 more days left of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,341
Posted By cyclezen

for me, it's a balance... and being 100% 'dog',...

for me, it's a balance... and being 100% 'dog', I can be enthusiastic to the max about most anything which suits...
the human condition is variable. If Thoreau needs his solitude, ok. It's ok to...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 3,627
Views: 85,443
Posted By seedsbelize2

You are so fortunate to be happy living where you...

You are so fortunate to be happy living where you grew up. And still be a critical thinker. The folks who stayed behind in my home town never had an original thought in their life. We’ll just do it...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 3,627
Views: 85,443
Posted By seedsbelize2

Suerte

Suerte
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 08:01 AM
Replies: 3,627
Views: 85,443
Posted By seedsbelize2

Whippersnapper! It gets so much worse. No more...

Whippersnapper! It gets so much worse. No more putting it off even for a minute. I have it in my hand, so I must do it now. Now where was I going with it?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 350
Posted By wheelreason

"Part changer" is an insult in the HVAC tech...

"Part changer" is an insult in the HVAC tech community. Diagnose the problem. Before deciding it is NOW the f ring, did you inspect it and/or check to see if it does it on the big ring?
Give me $2...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 350
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

While I would agree with your above comment had...

While I would agree with your above comment had it been posted before the OP's post, #4. But the quote you choose to start your post with to me suggests that the OP is learning more about how to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 734
Posted By PeteHski

I have been using hydraulic disc brakes in mtb...

I have been using hydraulic disc brakes in mtb for over 2 decades and have yet to experience a leak. The worst I’ve ever experienced is a spongy feel, which prompted a bleed. Do your car brakes...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 3,627
Views: 85,443
Posted By bampilot06

Velo on the 5th i’m going to try and get to...

Velo on the 5th i’m going to try and get to knoxville around 5:30-6 pm. Down for some brown squirel laps?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 07:27 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 334
Posted By freeranger

I don't know that my pump's gauge is accurate but...

I don't know that my pump's gauge is accurate but I use it--maybe just not in the way you might think. I pump up the tires until they "feel right" by pressing with my thumb. Then when I ride, I'll...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:11 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 561
Posted By Trakhak

Low weight was a selling point for Raleigh racing...

Low weight was a selling point for Raleigh racing bikes. That's why Reynolds tubing decals were prominently featured.

The equivalent point-of-sale tool for the rest of the bikes in their range was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:10 AM
Replies: 333
Views: 43,670
Posted By Mr. 66

After some clean out and service to the shifter...

After some clean out and service to the shifter bosses the levers are as they should be. I did replace one of the d-screw....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:06 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 616
Posted By cudak888

All of that adds up to a '74-76 Lemon Yellow...

All of that adds up to a '74-76 Lemon Yellow Sprite except the lugs. They should be the Tube Investments-era Raleigh pattern as on the lemon yellow Sports here.







"Thimble crown" or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:03 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 313
Posted By Road Fan

Warnings appreciated, but I went over the inner...

Warnings appreciated, but I went over the inner cables when I had them stripped down, and there are no abrasions, hard creases, thinned strands, or other signs of mechanical breakdown. Same for the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 06:46 AM
Replies: 333
Views: 43,670
Posted By romperrr

Nice pairing work pairing the head badge colors...

Nice pairing work pairing the head badge colors with the housing. Beautiful Trek!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 06:41 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 659
Posted By PeteHski

But you are not putting any more force into...

But you are not putting any more force into rocking the bike just because there is fractionally more lateral resistance. It just rocks less for the same force input. It’s the same as when riding on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 06:30 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 561
Posted By darkmoon

Inflation of some old parts in Japan, too. ...

Inflation of some old parts in Japan, too.

Campy 5oth anniversary set, NOS, at Yahoo auction, just finished.
The price started at 449,800 yen and finished at 961,000 yen.
$62,000(155yen to US...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 06:19 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 734
Posted By Koyote

Have you taken it back to the shop?

Have you taken it back to the shop?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 06:17 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 11,982
Posted By pastorbobnlnh

Thank you for joining and paying tribute to your...

Thank you for joining and paying tribute to your grandmother and providing us with her correct full name! Here is my Paramount that she brazed. I ride it regularly....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 06:11 AM
Replies: 870
Views: 49,146
Posted By Robvolz

I wear these shoes almost exclusively. They are...

I wear these shoes almost exclusively. They are comfortable and really hold up well. I did go a 1/2 size longer than normal. I think new, they were $150. The look the biz and perform great.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-31-24, 06:08 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 393
Posted By PeteHski

So one thing you could do immediately is simply...

So one thing you could do immediately is simply note your power output during these periods of intensity and recovery.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 06:06 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 14,165
Posted By Bianchigirll

The great vintage bike catch 22 ...

The great vintage bike catch 22


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 06:03 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 261
Posted By Robvolz

Rolex did do a black yacht master 2 years ago.

Rolex did do a black yacht master 2 years ago.
Forum: Touring
05-31-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 143
Posted By Tourist in MSN

Gauvins did a UK tour last year, here is a thread...

Gauvins did a UK tour last year, here is a thread he started on his planning.
https://www.bikeforums.net/touring/1267547-early-stages-planning-trip-uk.html
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 129
Posted By shelbyfv

I agree with lowering the seat. If you have a...

I agree with lowering the seat. If you have a throttle, use it for starts. Your primary concern at this point should be balance and not falling off. Update this thread in a month or so and let us...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 05:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 261
Posted By sced

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

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1185x889/cyfac_gold_mod_4_469f375a237950aae65a857449a0f79afc6bd6bc.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 04:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 647
Posted By MikeDeason

It’s e tap if that matters. bike shop says...

It’s e tap if that matters.

bike shop says it will be as easy as a take off and reinstall for a flat
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 04:53 AM
Replies: 333
Views: 43,670
Posted By mtbikerjohn

Being the last day in May, here is another version of my blue Trek 710

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Decided to make a bit of a change from this version
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 7,985
Views: 980,348
Posted By noglider

cjefferds, I'm glad you were able to make it...

cjefferds, I'm glad you were able to make it work. I really like my Super Course, too.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 04:51 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 253
Posted By shelbyfv

OP you still don't get that people are trying to...

OP you still don't get that people are trying to help by directing you to the proper sub forum. There you will have the best chance of finding members interested in your accumulation of old bikes....
Forum: Touring
05-31-24, 04:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 143
Posted By djb

already 30 years on and I'm sure you will find...

already 30 years on and I'm sure you will find the roads much busier. As you know, the population density is pretty high and there are definitely roads that you'd want to avoid.
I have family up in...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 04:46 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,378
Posted By PeteHski

Is there a major helmet manufacturer absent from...

Is there a major helmet manufacturer absent from their tests? All the brands I can think of are included.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 04:28 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 647
Posted By MikeDeason

Hubs, cassette and rotor are exactly the same so...

Hubs, cassette and rotor are exactly the same so it should be as simple as removing and installing wheels. ? ? Not changing gearing at all.

im not a pro so a slight intolerance in wear won’t be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 04:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 129
Posted By Maelochs

You have the right attitude, so you will find the...

You have the right attitude, so you will find the answers you need. Eventually you will find riding as easy as it ever was.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 04:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 306
Posted By bboy314

Oh sweet irony…

Oh sweet irony…
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-24, 04:16 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,970
Posted By tds101

When in doubt I always enlist the professionals. 👍

When in doubt I always enlist the professionals. 👍
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-24, 04:14 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 286
Posted By tds101

I own a Tern joe P24, and I've had more people...

I own a Tern joe P24, and I've had more people interested in the larger folding bike than my smaller folders. The posts you see here in the forums are a niche group of users. This isn't indicative of...
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