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06-11-24, 05:29 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,024
Posted By shelbyfv

I appreciated the info about frame construction...

I appreciated the info about frame construction and OP obviously needed the explanation of trail. :thumb: I had a nice rim brake Lynskey and have recommended them for years w/o reservation. I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 04:59 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 1,899
Posted By Sy Reene

So the Silca calculator indicates 75psi is...

So the Silca calculator indicates 75psi is probably about right for a total system weight of about 100lbs (for road riding).

I'm of a mind that nobody should even probably sell a 25mm tubeless...
06-11-24, 01:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 214
Posted By Duragrouch

(above video) I think that's pretty good. I like...

(above video) I think that's pretty good. I like him using steel wool rather than something like sandpaper, or an aggressive rotary wire brush, the latter two leaving more scratches, whereas the...
06-11-24, 12:48 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 222
Posted By Camilo

Just to try - nothing. Final assembly - assembly...

Just to try - nothing. Final assembly - assembly paste as mentioned above.
06-11-24, 12:27 AM
Replies: 6,560
Views: 620,348
Posted By diphthong

21-spot. 4 pm start. mid-70's.

21-spot. 4 pm start. mid-70's.
06-10-24, 11:46 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 17,027
Posted By Fried_Chicken

A few Gyes saddles popped up on eBay today....

A few Gyes saddles popped up on eBay today. Supposedly new. $50 obo with free shipping to CONUS.
06-10-24, 10:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 86
Posted By maddog34

you should try to learn simple adjustments......

you should try to learn simple adjustments... it's likely that a cable housing has settled in after some use, and all you'll need is to adjust cable tension with the adjuster on the derailleur......
06-10-24, 10:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 86
Posted By Barry2

Give a man a fish. or Go to YouTube and...

Give a man a fish.
or
Go to YouTube and search for…… Park Tool Derailleur

you'll find some great “How to” videos from the Park Tool Guy

Follow those and Yes, you can adjust it yourself
...
06-10-24, 10:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,202
Posted By terrymorse

The nose of a saddle serves a very real purpose....

The nose of a saddle serves a very real purpose. It is neither just for aesthetics nor dangerous.

Where do these ideas come from?
06-10-24, 10:43 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 103
Posted By unworthy1

Chapter Two I wanted that home-brew paint OFF...

Chapter Two
I wanted that home-brew paint OFF and there were some ripples and wrinkles that made me think this rattlecan stuff might not have played well with the undercoat, so might be able to...
06-10-24, 10:29 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 299
Posted By rosefarts

Ok, so I’ve got the teardrop home. It’s really...

Ok, so I’ve got the teardrop home. It’s really small and cute, my wife loves it.

I took some measurements and this would fit https://a.co/d/h9Ow1vH

I don’t think the ground clearance would be...
06-10-24, 09:30 PM
Replies: 6,560
Views: 620,348
Posted By Sierra_rider

29 miles and 4300' of climbing today. I took a...

29 miles and 4300' of climbing today. I took a day off the bike yesterday, but spent it riding one of my dirtbikes and cutting windfall timber out of the trails...so not the ideal rest day.
...
06-10-24, 08:30 PM
Replies: 5,456
Views: 884,721
Posted By t2p

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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...
06-10-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 6,560
Views: 620,348
Posted By rsbob

That’s the spirit - another century in the bag! ...

That’s the spirit - another century in the bag! I wonder how many intersections you crossed to get it?
06-10-24, 08:18 PM
Replies: 6,560
Views: 620,348
Posted By rsbob

A wee bit of climbing

Most of the climbs were punchy climbs ranging from 7-14%. No long grades - but would sure enjoy one.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,049
Posted By cb400bill

Time to close.

Time to close.
06-10-24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,240
Posted By cudak888

As far as Wal-Mart bikes go, I'll give it credit...

As far as Wal-Mart bikes go, I'll give it credit - with a few exceptions, it's not a complete bike-shaped-object. It even has brifters. I doubt the crankset or cheap freewheel hub will take the abuse...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 4,351
Views: 109,285
Posted By LAJ

Oh my. Condolences are due.

Oh my.

Condolences are due.
06-10-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,086
Posted By nlerner

A few more from day 2. Cloudy and cool at the...

A few more from day 2. Cloudy and cool at the start, but we warmed up quickly. Total was about 30 miles and 2500 feet of climbing, most of it in the first 17 miles:
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 07:18 PM
Replies: 21,404
Views: 5,315,467
Posted By bampilot06

Finally got a power meter for the checkpoint. ...

Finally got a power meter for the checkpoint. Settled on a 4iii and a new grx crankset. Current gearing 46/30 and I chose to go with 48/31. Wife approved the P2m aluha crankset but I just couldn’t...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 4,351
Views: 109,285
Posted By MoAlpha

Try cycling. It’s a wonderful way to get out in...

Try cycling. It’s a wonderful way to get out in the fresh air.
06-10-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,378
Posted By veganbikes

No costume unless you are wearing as a costume....

No costume unless you are wearing as a costume. The reason to wear cycling specific clothing is because it will allow you to be more comfortable or in a better position while cycling. Having cycling...
Forum: Introductions
06-10-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 78
Posted By canuck_biker

Back in the saddle!

Well, it's been a minute folks! Actually, more like 9 years! Yikes! I used to ride a Giant Roam XR (2015) and really enjoyed it. Went through a few life changes, stopped biking for a number of years...
06-10-24, 07:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 222
Posted By squirtdad

park has it also ...

park has it also https://www.parktool.com/en-us/product/supergrip-carbon-and-alloy-assembly-compound-sac-2

helps keep seat post positioned without needing lots of torque

Interestingly enough...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 06:56 PM
Replies: 4,351
Views: 109,285
Posted By LAJ

Saturn SL1 is SOHC. At least that oil thing...

Saturn SL1 is SOHC. At least that oil thing isn't an issue.
06-10-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 222
Posted By veganbikes

You will generally use carbon paste it is not...

You will generally use carbon paste it is not quite standard grease but a paste contain some friction adding material so it holds a seat post better and you can torque it properly.

This is what I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 4,351
Views: 109,285
Posted By MoAlpha

Good to be missed! No bad news. I’m having a...

Good to be missed! No bad news. I’m having a fun, busy summer.
06-10-24, 06:43 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 1,559
Posted By PeteHski

Wishful thinking is not unreasonable, but your...

Wishful thinking is not unreasonable, but your earlier predicted narrative was complete nonsense. It added some comedy value to the thread though.

Bookmarked for 3 years time to see how your...
06-10-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 360
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Well, it's about nap time for old people on the...

Well, it's about nap time for old people on the left coast.
06-10-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,946
Posted By cudak888

She done. ...

She done.

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_6248_3fe613bc90a636237ea929250c337cd58ddc6f43.jpeg
...
06-10-24, 06:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,086
Posted By gugie

comments on day 1

56 miles, 3100’ of climbing. Although the mileage was half paved, half unpaved, it felt like most of the time we were on gravel. Gravel of various forms and types from and packed dirt to loose...
06-10-24, 06:29 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 3,950
Posted By RustyPeugeot

24 spline freewheel tool came in the mail today. ...

24 spline freewheel tool came in the mail today. Removed a spoke from the rusty white bike and installed it in the blue UO8. I must have tightened the spoke too much because the rear wheel has a...
06-10-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,086
Posted By Spaghetti Legs

Couple quick pics from day 2: Short ride with one...

Couple quick pics from day 2: Short ride with one challenging climb , Index to Skyhomish along I think the Skyhomish River
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 4,351
Views: 109,285
Posted By LAJ

Blinking CEL=Cat damaging misfire. That...

Blinking CEL=Cat damaging misfire.

That Saturn has compression sense ignition, if I remember right. A bad wire, or plug is likely it, but it wouldn't surprise me if it also has a P0341, which...
06-10-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,240
Posted By mstateglfr

Nothing more than 25s and the course looks...

Nothing more than 25s and the course looks groomed?
Below are random screen shots from the first few minutes of gravel in the video.

Your definition of groomed is vastly different from mine. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 06:20 PM
Replies: 4,351
Views: 109,285
Posted By seedsbelize2

Good to see you around, MoAlpha. Even if it is to...

Good to see you around, MoAlpha. Even if it is to post bad news.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 4,351
Views: 109,285
Posted By big john

Tough to say without being there. Sounds like a...

Tough to say without being there. Sounds like a mechanical problem causing a vibration that is being interpreted as a misfire, but it could be something simple.

I sometimes listen to the exhaust....
06-10-24, 06:18 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,240
Posted By AdventureManCO

Whoops! Corrected - thanks!

Whoops! Corrected - thanks!
06-10-24, 06:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 356
Posted By cocoabeachcrab

i submitted my '59 frejus TDF for an estimate as...

i submitted my '59 frejus TDF for an estimate as a test case. it's been listed on ebay for a month with lots of watchers but no offers, but i'm skeptical...
06-10-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 356
Posted By tiger1964

I dunno, they offer you enough, you might...

I dunno, they offer you enough, you might consider initiating manufacture? :backpedal:
06-10-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 1,053
Views: 62,821
Posted By SoCaled

Sequoia - $290 - Cypress, CA ...

Sequoia - $290 - Cypress, CA
https://offerup.com/item/detail/59c8e36c-e8b9-32eb-ba9f-973e80d2a271?q=%22touring%22+&cid=7.4
Looks to be in very nice condition...
06-10-24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,240
Posted By Trakhak

The Kenda tires look fine to me, and even those...

The Kenda tires look fine to me, and even those who upgraded their bikes said that there's nothing wrong with them. If I were to buy one of those bikes, I'd definitely use the stock tires until they...
06-10-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 356
Posted By curbtender

With shipping cost nowadays they probably closed...

With shipping cost nowadays they probably closed shop.
06-10-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 6,560
Views: 620,348
Posted By Jughed

Rest/taper week - head to the Alps next week. ...

Rest/taper week - head to the Alps next week.

20 miles on my local MUP.
06-10-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 1,559
Posted By Trakhak

No one is offended. Just puzzled.

No one is offended. Just puzzled.
06-10-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 356
Posted By SoCaled

First saw these in Miami, now they are everywhere...

First saw these in Miami, now they are everywhere
https://www.cashforyourwarhol.com/advertising
...
06-10-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,240
Posted By Trakhak

Just an FYI: you obviously added text of your own...

Just an FYI: you obviously added text of your own ("I'd just like to figure out how/where people are getting these staggering deals on these things from $77-$125 on clearance") to my quoted post. You...
06-10-24, 05:50 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,423
Posted By RustyJames

Isn't life funny. I move one of my road bikes and...

Isn't life funny. I move one of my road bikes and I think “holy cats this thing is light!!” I move one of the cruisers and don’t think anything of it.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,049
Posted By Sy Reene

It's the low spark of cleat-shodden boys

It's the low spark of cleat-shodden boys
06-10-24, 05:46 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,052
Posted By veganbikes

I would say the cyclist has the right of way....

I would say the cyclist has the right of way. Probably would go pedestrian, cyclist, motorcyclist, car, working truck/bus, golf cart, then maybe stupid trucks (like lifted "bro" trucks and overly...
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