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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 190
Posted By force10

Same bike. This part about ovalized down tube is...

Same bike. This part about ovalized down tube is what I recall the pro designation referring to. As mentioned above, some other designations indicated a mix of tubing numbers.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 4,555
Views: 114,382
Posted By datlas

Just back from a hot and humid ride, I am glad I...

Just back from a hot and humid ride, I am glad I remembered my Halo. It was fine at the start but very warm by the end and I was wet all over.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 09:40 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,355
Posted By Iride01

If you are only wanting to try it for a ride or...

If you are only wanting to try it for a ride or two, then just put it in the bike and use nothing if you don't want to buy the proper stuff.

If it happens to slip on you, then you know you either...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 147
Posted By Aubergine

One could argue that the design flaw is with the...

One could argue that the design flaw is with the valve. Tightening the valve fully solves the problem.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 34
Posted By machinist42

Any Help

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 28,078
Views: 4,649,462
Posted By SirMike1983

That's a mid 1970s Tourist with an earlier...

That's a mid 1970s Tourist with an earlier 5-speed hub on it. If it fits you, buy at $150.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 190
Posted By dmark

853 Pro on my 01 Zurich has an ovalized down tube...

853 Pro on my 01 Zurich has an ovalized down tube vertical at headset and horizontal at bottom bracket. Top and seat are round. 853 Pro sicker refers to main tubes so I'll assume stays are 525. 01 to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 4,555
Views: 114,382
Posted By bampilot06

In the first half of the race a couple times...

In the first half of the race a couple times someone would try to break away but it would be alone and no one chased them down. Eventually they were caught. The three the got the break I wasn’t...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 90
Posted By alcjphil

If your bike has a 7 speed setup, odds are good...

If your bike has a 7 speed setup, odds are good that your bike has a freewheel hub. The bent axle is very common on freewheel hubs and a quick release axle won't help much if at all. You would have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 185
Posted By SpeedofLite

Off the Steep End (climbing instruction camp)

It's in here....but don't tell anyone.
...
Forum: Commuting
06-14-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 44
Posted By nathand

When a driver yells at me while I'm riding, I...

When a driver yells at me while I'm riding, I give them plenty of space, even if that means I need to pull off to the side and stop to let them pass. As I see it, it's just not worth the risk to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 08:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 185
Posted By SpeedofLite

Hans Rey

Yes, we can.

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-14-24, 08:25 AM
Replies: 5,461
Views: 886,322
Posted By t2p

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 4,555
Views: 114,382
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

At least you get style points though :)

At least you get style points though :)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 08:15 AM
Replies: 4,555
Views: 114,382
Posted By LAJ

No doubt. They certainly don't travel up any...

No doubt. They certainly don't travel up any hills greater than a 1% grade.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 466
Posted By zacster

I was prescribed Metformin but couldn't tolerate...

I was prescribed Metformin but couldn't tolerate it so was then prescribed Glucotrol as an alternative. I gained a lot of weight during the pandemic and decided before I start taking that, which...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 08:10 AM
Replies: 4,555
Views: 114,382
Posted By BillyD

FTFY. Exterior painting is just a smidgen better.

FTFY. Exterior painting is just a smidgen better.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 08:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 415
Posted By rbrides

Thanks all. Your input has been helpful. ...

Thanks all. Your input has been helpful. Specialized has a 30 day return policy and my LBS is replacing these 42s with 38s, like I've been using for years. This is the best solution for me. I'm a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 90
Posted By Iride01

If you can't keep a nutted axle sufficiently...

If you can't keep a nutted axle sufficiently tight to hold your wheel in, then why to you expect a QR will be any different? My apologies for being so blunt. But a nutted axle is better for...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-14-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 5,461
Views: 886,322
Posted By t2p

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,158
Posted By wheelreason

Yes, cause no other brand has ever dinied (bone...

Yes, cause no other brand has ever dinied (bone for steel/ping pomg ball guy) a warranty claim... :)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 4,555
Views: 114,382
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

VW sticker of the day. I thought it was a bike...

VW sticker of the day. I thought it was a bike racing thing at first ... It dawned on me after a few seconds though
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-14-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 169
Posted By plumberroy

Congratulations on you guys getting back on too....

Congratulations on you guys getting back on too. I've been fighting this for a while surgery on my right foot in late 2020 , another surgery on my right foot In May of 2022 and now this one on my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 07:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 139
Posted By mpetry912

you might also consider changing the wheels to...

you might also consider changing the wheels to alloy rims so the brakes work

A set of alloy rims and some spiffy tires (how about the Rene Herse in about 28mm) will absolutely transform the bike
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 07:33 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,254
Posted By tiger1964

Thanks but, seeing the quality of some...

Thanks but, seeing the quality of some restorations shown here, "Maestro" sounds a bit much!

I wonder how long ago the little casting on the trophy was made? Looks like toe straps, Campy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 07:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 174
Posted By sd5782

Perfect “rider” condition. You can clean and...

Perfect “rider” condition. You can clean and touch it up and experiment with components to see what works best for you. Many vintage full 531 frames were outfitted with higher end expensive and racy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 07:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 147
Posted By pdlamb

I don't know whether to nod approvingly that...

I don't know whether to nod approvingly that Lezyne provided a tool to work around a common problem, or shake my head in disbelief that they added a knick-knack rather than fix an obvious design flaw.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 07:08 AM
Replies: 28,078
Views: 4,649,462
Posted By almico8

I'm finally bonafide on the forum and can post...

I'm finally bonafide on the forum and can post pics. . Here are some of the '69 Raleigh Tourist I'm looking at. I'm by no means an expert in anything, let alone "English racers". I'm just an old guy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 07:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 311
Posted By Kabuki12

Nice score . When or if you change FW you may...

Nice score . When or if you change FW you may need to back out axel stop screws and slide the wheel deeper into the dropouts . With Super Record , 28 tooth low is not a problem . Both Record and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 06:58 AM
Replies: 4,555
Views: 114,382
Posted By rjones28

I'm a trend-setter. ;) The shop owner just...

I'm a trend-setter. ;)

The shop owner just went titanium too.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 06:56 AM
Replies: 3,274
Views: 440,046
Posted By MooneyBloke

PSA: Check that tire under your saddle often. ...

PSA: Check that tire under your saddle often.

Two days ago, I had a nice 40 mile ride going, and at around mile 12 I felt the rear go soft even though it had Stan's.
No problem, I thought. I'll...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-14-24, 06:54 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 175
Posted By oldwinger14

I rode yesterday and after the first time I...

I rode yesterday and after the first time I changed gears, my Di2 woke up and automatically connected to my Edge 1030+, just as many of you said it would. Thanks to all that posted comments. I now no...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 06:50 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 3,185
Posted By PeteHski

I think any actual first-hand experience is valid...

I think any actual first-hand experience is valid and useful info and I have no doubt that higher pressures reduce the sealant effectiveness. The narrowest tyres I've run tubeless were 28 mm and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 06:38 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 641
Posted By smd4

I remember when that version of the 7400 RD came...

I remember when that version of the 7400 RD came out, and thought that there was reduced functionality with the outside forward pivot bolt being removed. Turns out the added streamlining made this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 06:23 AM
Replies: 2,452
Views: 596,223
Posted By almico8

What a wonderful thread! Nothing to contribute,...

What a wonderful thread! Nothing to contribute, but I'm trying to get to 10 posts so I can posts some pics. :foo:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-14-24, 06:21 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 105
Posted By bruce19

I take 10 mg Eloquis. I think my episode was...

I take 10 mg Eloquis. I think my episode was caused by my poor habits. Things like 10 cups of coffee a day, smoking mini cigars and drinking whiskey. All on a daily basis. All of that has changed. No...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-14-24, 06:11 AM
Replies: 5,461
Views: 886,322
Posted By john m flores

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Ozark Trail G.1 Explorer, the Walmart gravel bike
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 05:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 139
Posted By oneclick

Good tyres are worth it on almost any bike. ...

Good tyres are worth it on almost any bike.
They are the single largest component of ride quality, and probably outweigh most of the rest together.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 298
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: 9
Views: 147
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: 749
Posted By shelbyfv

Thank you. :beer: :roflmao:

Thank you. :beer:

:roflmao:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-14-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 27,289
Views: 3,244,864
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: 258
Posted By Maelochs

Kelvin ... this stuff is scientific.

Kelvin ... this stuff is scientific.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:31 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,172
Posted By Hondo6

You could always get a sticker in lieu of drawing...

You could always get a sticker in lieu of drawing something. IMO the Blue Oyster Cult logo would fit right in with the "rat rod" theme, and they're available on "that auction site".

A smaller one...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:23 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 4,172
Posted By jdawginsc

Love the report. I am thinking sluggish because...

Love the report. I am thinking sluggish because of the geometry and the low grade steel used. It’s an odd set of angles that stretch it out too much for it to have any snap.

Likely felt...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:20 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,444
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: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-14-24, 04:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 461
Posted By PromptCritical

DM sent.

DM sent.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 03:29 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,134
Posted By PeteHski

Me neither, forget it

Me neither, forget it
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 03:06 AM
Replies: 4,555
Views: 114,382
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: 4,555
Views: 114,382
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...
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