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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,013
Posted By PromptCritical

Finding the date code on some Campy hubs I have...

Finding the date code on some Campy hubs I have (restoring a Columbine frame to riding condition to keep it on thread) would be really helpful. Can you tell me precisely where the date code is and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,013
Posted By unworthy1

so bulgie (Mark B.) nailed it, and it's from...

so bulgie (Mark B.) nailed it, and it's from Mendocino, CA so West Coast USA...congrats!
:thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,013
Posted By abdon

It doesn't have enough clearance, if it was built...

It doesn't have enough clearance, if it was built for touring there would be more space there. The brake calipers are short reach as well. Is that a Huret Duopar back there? I would venture to say...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-29-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 222
Posted By njkayaker

The performance features are another dimension of...

The performance features are another dimension of complexity/price. Size is another. (Solar is another.)

The 130 Plus has some performance features.

https://www.garmin.com/en-US/p/698436

The...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 02:03 PM
Replies: 3,498
Views: 81,881
Posted By indyfabz

I think I forgot to mention that there was a...

I think I forgot to mention that there was a woman on the bike overnight who I estimated to be at least 6’ 7” tall. I had dinner at a table with her and her boyfriend. We got to talking. Turned...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 14,133
Posted By shelbyfv

My friend and role model has no patience with the...

My friend and role model has no patience with the gatekeeping and elitism of cycling. He refuses to buy any cycling specific kit. Or a bike. :50:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 01:42 PM
Replies: 3,498
Views: 81,881
Posted By datlas

We had a really good Wednesday ride today. ...

We had a really good Wednesday ride today. Everyone is getting into shape so the average speed (yuck I HATE that metric but it has its role) was 1 MPH higher than my usual target.

Curiously,...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-29-24, 01:28 PM
Replies: 17,885
Views: 1,525,470
Posted By procrit

While my CTL is slowly headed downward, my power...

While my CTL is slowly headed downward, my power numbers are coming up. 430w for 5' now, which is another record for me. My overall endurance seems to have taken a hit from the lack of volume, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,013
Posted By Robert 1

Columbine it is. Found some pics on some websites.

Columbine it is. Found some pics on some websites.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 568
Posted By Koyote

Okay, now I understand: you decide what is...

Okay, now I understand: you decide what is "normal," you decide what the "average cyclist" wants, and you are "projecting" your own desires onto others.

Ego, ego, ego...With a large side order of...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 809
Posted By chaadster

Updating, I’ve ridden the bike a fair amount at...

Updating, I’ve ridden the bike a fair amount at this point, and can say that I really like it! It handles very well, with responsiveness and predictability, and really just feels well composed...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-29-24, 12:40 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 55
Posted By BertoBerg

Peuegot PX10 Frameset (1972) - 58 cm

Hello-

I am selling my ‘72 Peugeot PX10 frameset. I believe the paint is original and it has some really cool patina. The decals look original outside of the Reynolds decals and the head badge...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 7,901
Posted By DIY masochist

Beautiful Centurion. One of my friends had a...

Beautiful Centurion. One of my friends had a teal/white LeMans RS single speed and it was one of the lightest bikes I've ever picked up (can you tell I don't hang out with roadies?) I've kind of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 568
Posted By Maelochs

In case anyone remembers the OP and his question...

In case anyone remembers the OP and his question ...... here is a novel suggestion ....

Try before you Buy.

Try the Marathons on the gravel trails, maybe with lowered psi. For what you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 288
Posted By NumbersGuy

Your commuting wheelset and tires will work just...

Your commuting wheelset and tires will work just fine on the terrain you think you need another set for. Are you just looking to waste money buying stuff you don't need or do you really not...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 3,498
Views: 81,881
Posted By big john

RMOT I'm So Glad - YouTube

RMOT
I'm So Glad - YouTube
Forum: Southern California
05-29-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 2,941
Views: 384,085
Posted By Eric F

Tuesday Happy Hour - 9mi MTB ride to Brown...

Tuesday Happy Hour - 9mi MTB ride to Brown Saddle. I had intended to do the climb at a very moderate effort, but found myself keeping pace with, and catching, a guy on an e-bike, which had me...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 55
Posted By nathand

For whatever it's worth, note that there's also...

For whatever it's worth, note that there's also an FD-5801, which, despite the numbering, is actually basically the same as an FD-R7000. My gravel bike - a Jamis Renegade Exploit - has the FD-5801...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,013
Posted By ehcoplex

Dusty Rose Metallic! ;)

Dusty Rose Metallic! ;)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 12:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 288
Posted By SoSmellyAir

This would be true if the variance between...

This would be true if the variance between different sets of the same OE wheels (in your case, Trek / Bontrager) is less than the typical variance between your model of OE wheel and another model of...
Forum: Touring
05-29-24, 12:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 129
Posted By gauvins

:) ...

:)

https://euro.montbell.com/products/disp.php?p_id=1130426
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 568
Posted By Wildwood

Back to road&gravel tire sizes, beyond the bikes...

Back to road&gravel tire sizes, beyond the bikes with 22/23/25/28mm, I'm running 30mm Schwalbe tubular @80psi, 33mm Soma clinchers @70psi, 38mm RH Barlow Pass @55psi. My rides are 80% paved, 20%...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 3,498
Views: 81,881
Posted By genejockey

Abso-froggin-lutely. Take up the pocket...

Abso-froggin-lutely. Take up the pocket protector*, and wear it proudly!

*or whatever your generation of nerds wears...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 580
Posted By TheBlackPumpkin

I don't think he was disagreeing with that fact,...

I don't think he was disagreeing with that fact, honestly. Calling them idiots is probably reductive and untrue, but if thinking they're stupid is what makes you ride defensively, whatever lol
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 169
Posted By Trakhak

All of us replying so far have quashed the...

All of us replying so far have quashed the impulse to give the opening post a "like." There should be a "Best wishes for a speedy recovery!" button to click on.

I've mentioned this before, but, as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,013
Posted By MooneyBloke

Interesting mix of parts too. Also three bottles...

Interesting mix of parts too. Also three bottles and a triple crank. Old touring rig?

I do wonder about the fork crown. Saw pierced thin sheet + sweat solder with silver alloy? That does sound...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 288
Posted By Koyote

Do you realize that the device you're using to...

Do you realize that the device you're using to post these threads can also be used for shopping?

For instance, a five-second Google search showed that your shop is overcharging you for the quoted...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 550
Views: 227,443
Posted By Trakhak

Great photos, especially the (stunning!) top...

Great photos, especially the (stunning!) top photo.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 550
Views: 227,443
Posted By ihm96

from which angle? Is there something specific...

from which angle? Is there something specific you’re looking for?

got it all tuned up and it rides beautifully now

...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 3,498
Views: 81,881
Posted By DougRNS

No words, lots of quality. You're welcome. ...

No words, lots of quality. You're welcome.

https://youtu.be/NBLBbNbGzBI?si=EuijQyiK4QNLk3k8
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 11:14 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 348
Posted By Koyote

I suggest that you take a break from starting...

I suggest that you take a break from starting threads here on bf and instead do some reading on the internet. From the above post, it seems like you have much to learn about tubeless, and the info is...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 3,498
Views: 81,881
Posted By DougRNS

Note: Word to quality ratio appears low. ...

Note:

Word to quality ratio appears low. Roscoe content may be the only thing to pull out of the dive.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 580
Posted By Trakhak

Pedestrians aren't any dumber than bike riders,...

Pedestrians aren't any dumber than bike riders, despite what we entitled bike riders may choose to believe.

Otherwise: yes. Among all the possible combinations of cars, bikes, and pedestrians, the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-29-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 205
Posted By CV-6

Considering I have the same stem and have seen...

Considering I have the same stem and have seen others on various occasions, I would say it is production.

FWIW, a very fair price on the bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 850
Views: 47,520
Posted By SoCaled

Bill Walton Signed Jersey - taking offers - South...

Bill Walton Signed Jersey - taking offers - South Pasadena, CA
https://offerup.com/item/detail/3dc859b0-127c-3b7b-910c-68ae6f71f560?q=bill+walton
from ad: "Size 3XL. Feels more like an XL. Brand...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 11:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 287
Posted By PromptCritical

I tried the Cat Ears yesterday and it was a vast...

I tried the Cat Ears yesterday and it was a vast improvement!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 3,498
Views: 81,881
Posted By seedsbelize2

The entire group set (minus the rims and hubs) is...

The entire group set (minus the rims and hubs) is gold anodized on my Trek 414.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 348
Posted By shelbyfv

Remember nobody is forcing you to go tubeless. ...

Remember nobody is forcing you to go tubeless. If it seems intimidating, just stick with tubes. You can always try it later. You'll have plenty to deal with just learning to ride your new bike....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:55 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 4,256
Posted By indyfabz

Don’t devote any more headspace to it.

Don’t devote any more headspace to it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 288
Posted By shelbyfv

Maybe you should have asked before you bought...

Maybe you should have asked before you bought them. From one of your threads yesterday- "My bike finally arrives this week. I bought an extra carbon OE wheelset with matching cassette and rotor for...
Forum: Touring
05-29-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 129
Posted By Tourist in MSN

When I blew up the photo of your bike, it looks...

When I blew up the photo of your bike, it looks like there might be a mount for the upper cage mounting point under the downtube. Lower would be behind the crankset where I could not see. Did you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 4,256
Posted By Trakhak

This is exactly the kind of post that many...

This is exactly the kind of post that many logorrheic Bike Forum members deny ever encountering -- despite the existence of threads with moronic titles like "Thank God we aren't the full Lycra kit...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 895
Posted By Iride01

I'm not sure why a e-bike needs a different...

I'm not sure why a e-bike needs a different helmet for >30mph. Wouldn't that mean those of us on regular bikes going faster than 30mph need a different helmet?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 103
Posted By Jughed

Early days? Jersey Shore barrier island - 8...

Early days?

Jersey Shore barrier island - 8 friends, 2 BMX bikes. One guy on each pedal, one guy sitting on the bars, one guy riding the pegs some 50 blocks to the boardwalk. Dem were the days...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 67
Posted By nlerner

If 350mm is too long, take a hacksaw and trim to...

If 350mm is too long, take a hacksaw and trim to fit.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-24, 10:34 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 580
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I'm not interested in the written law. I'm...

I'm not interested in the written law.
I'm interested in the laws of physics.

1. If I hit something of similar or greater mass (includes even small peds), it hurts like hell.
2. People on MUP's...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,333
Posted By Koyote

Some people like to buy cheap stuff and try to...

Some people like to buy cheap stuff and try to convince themselves that it's "just as good" as the expensive name-brand stuff. The problems start when they come on the internet and try to convince...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:26 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 568
Posted By Koyote

Your only mistake is arguing with a person who...

Your only mistake is arguing with a person who regards his anti-tubeless zealotry with a religious fervor. I mean, look at his sig line; you can't expect a rational discussion.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,333
Posted By Maelochs

Oi. Look, the Aethos is a strong frame which...

Oi.

Look, the Aethos is a strong frame which is unusually light.

The Chinese bike (which doesn't even look the same, but according to you performs exactly the same .... how does that work,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 74
Posted By base2

Ringsets tend to be matched so that the chain...

Ringsets tend to be matched so that the chain will cleanly transfer from one ring to the other. This means the teeth of one ring will be clocked in relation to the other such that wherever the chain...
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