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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 06:18 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,975
Posted By cb400bill

I once had the 531c version of that pink Trek, a...

I once had the 531c version of that pink Trek, a 1985 770. I'd love to try out the 753 version 170.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 4,598
Views: 115,110
Posted By seedsbelize2

Well I did ride today. I got to the big box store...

Well I did ride today. I got to the big box store an hour before it opened and, as luck would have it there was a lone city bike in the parking lot. Someone left it there for me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,975
Posted By Bianchigirll

Terreific Show!!! However I'm just getting over...

Terreific Show!!! However I'm just getting over being really sick. By the time I got home Sunday I was exhausted when I left on Sunday but by the time I got home I was almost dead. My head was...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-14-24, 05:23 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 920
Posted By jdawginsc

This is stunning.

This is stunning.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 8,860
Views: 1,167,767
Posted By Mad Honk

Today I got some real Goodness from squirtdad in...

Today I got some real Goodness from squirtdad in the form of a pair of crank arms for potential use on the Basso. And after some introspection this week I have decided to follow his advice. Life IS...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 4,394
Posted By Mad Honk

Andy, You do know that in the Huffiente...

Andy,
You do know that in the Huffiente spirit, I had my tongue planted firmly in cheek. Smiles, MH
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:33 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,590
Posted By smd4

Black tape.

Black tape.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 4,394
Posted By Andy_K

I don't know. I'm pretty happy with the wheels I...

I don't know. I'm pretty happy with the wheels I used, and I generally stay away from tubulars.

I am still using that from hub you sent me though. I haven't had any problems with it. I've got it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:19 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 362
Posted By Mad Honk

Well Tom, I still see a handful of posts from...

Well Tom,
I still see a handful of posts from members to a person who came on asked a question and then ghosted here in BF. That is what I find impressive! Smiles, MH
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,471
Posted By TiHabanero

Update: My boy is now on a BMC. Don't know which...

Update: My boy is now on a BMC. Don't know which model, but I know he will enjoy the ride. Hopefully this one lasts more than the 1-1/2 seasons that the Trek did.

FWIW, the old OCLV frames are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:42 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,590
Posted By PromptCritical

Well, she’s done expect for some nits and a...

Well, she’s done expect for some nits and a tune-up!
Rides very well and is quiet. Wow is she quick. Not at all laid back like my Colnago.
I’ll need to true-up the wheels after I put a few miles on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,634
Posted By genejockey

One good reason not to call Assembly Paste...

One good reason not to call Assembly Paste "Carbon Grease" is that grease + grit = a really effective abrasive compound.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,590
Posted By bulgie

Sorry to admit I hadn't read this thread until...

Sorry to admit I hadn't read this thread until now, I should have, it's a good one.
My two comments are late (probably too late) but here goes anyway:

Unless you are a bar-end-shifter hater for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:34 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 4,394
Posted By Aubergine

I love the way you locked up this valuable bike....

I love the way you locked up this valuable bike. :commute:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 166
Posted By Insidious C.

It is a Fuji. Google "1978 Fuji catalog" and you...

It is a Fuji. Google "1978 Fuji catalog" and you may be able to identify from pics.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 176
Posted By Hondo6

Continental Gatorskins are designed to be more...

Continental Gatorskins are designed to be more puncture-resistant/high-mileage tires vice being supple/low-rolling-resistance tires. You will likely notice that if you try them, and may not get what...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 403
Views: 23,934
Posted By IdahoBrett

Another younger rider is now an owner of a C&V...

Another younger rider is now an owner of a C&V bike. He liked the patina. A lot. The “loss” was worth the joy.

N-6 with 2 to go…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:07 PM
Replies: 1,087
Views: 65,384
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Cheap gravel bike! Schwinn Crossfit $15 in Morgan...

Cheap gravel bike! Schwinn Crossfit $15 in Morgan Hill...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 469
Posted By bulgie

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/640x480/drillium_frame_a6e1b3d29cb1dee67d03d0521d477e328f0d8937.jpg...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-14-24, 02:34 PM
Replies: 27,291
Views: 3,245,502
Posted By essiemyra

I got out early this morning and was looking for...

I got out early this morning and was looking for a 20 mile ride. I took a break at 8.4 miles after leaving the break about 4 miles down the road I realized I left my cell phone back where I have been...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 157
Posted By FBinNY

Looking at the photo, the best (and only) option...

Looking at the photo, the best (and only) option is to rebuild all three wheels with 700c, 650b, or mtn bike size rims. That won't be cheap, but if this is a long term thing, it's just about the only...
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-14-24, 02:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 204
Posted By 10 Wheels

Had my Heart Checked Yesterday. Beating 80...

Had my Heart Checked Yesterday.

Beating 80 per Minute Controlled by a 3 Wire Pacemaker.

AFIB 100% of The Time.

Test gave me a Good Rating of 97%.

Having a Stent put in July 2nd.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 81
Posted By shelbyfv

I've never needed extra water on that type of...

I've never needed extra water on that type of event because I'm compelled to stop for food whenever it's offered. :o
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 398
Posted By Iride01

Well good for you. 11-21 on the rear......

Well good for you.

11-21 on the rear... ooof! That'll make one grunt quite a bit.

1995 bike? Likely has a 130mm rear spacing if they weren't too far behind the times. You could somewhat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 02:03 PM
Replies: 28,080
Views: 4,649,906
Posted By almico8

Well, it’s mine. Needs more than a little work....

Well, it’s mine. Needs more than a little work. Brakes, speeds, etc. $100 for a project I need like a hole in the head, but I think it will be fun. When I get home, I’ll check back in for sources of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 02:01 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,634
Posted By njkayaker

Not really the best way of putting it. The...

Not really the best way of putting it. The correct torque (not exceeding the maximum) is a requirement regardless of the weight of the person.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 81
Posted By Iride01

Consider if it will make you feel hotter when all...

Consider if it will make you feel hotter when all that water sitting in the sun on your back heats up. As well, do you really want to carry excess water with you whether in bottles or on your back if...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,634
Posted By tomato coupe

Ummmmmm ... no.

Ummmmmm ... no.
Forum: Pills and Ills
06-14-24, 01:42 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 204
Posted By StanSeven

Thread moved from General 50+ due to the medical...

Thread moved from General 50+ due to the medical content
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 01:39 PM
Replies: 472
Views: 89,049
Posted By Robvolz

you must live in Houston. That's where ROMEC is...

you must live in Houston. That's where ROMEC is from if I recall. Cool builds! Congrats on the Viner too.


I will match your price, but shipping is $500.

I kid.

As a collective, I can...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 398
Posted By Maelochs

If it works for you it is the right bike.

If it works for you it is the right bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 2,569
Posted By njkayaker

You'd be thinking wrong, then. ...

You'd be thinking wrong, then.

https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/tandem#:~:text=%3A%20consisting%20of%20things%20or%20having,in%20tandem



("Tandem" doesn't mean "two".)

(Not much...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 4,598
Views: 115,110
Posted By TMonk

Nope, not with baby around, that's for sure. ...

Nope, not with baby around, that's for sure.

On that note, my family is making it quite easy on me for my first father's day. We've had too much going on and I don't want to do anything outside of...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 01:32 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 81
Posted By Eric F

The USWE packs are excellent. I use one for...

The USWE packs are excellent. I use one for gravel racing (5-6 hours, typically) as well as 3hr+ local rides on my gravel bike or MTB. My typical setup is high-carb mix in my bottles and plain...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 01:26 PM
Replies: 9,146
Views: 3,203,411
Posted By Hproduguidon

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1079x810/screenshot_20240614_212535_gallery_9510101cff8772c04bcabb7a1bee0d6efcc009a2.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 01:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 752
Posted By genejockey

Remember when speedometers were required to have...

Remember when speedometers were required to have a max of 85 mph?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 4,598
Views: 115,110
Posted By t2p

hmmm … she’s donated a lot of blood - maybe start...

hmmm … she’s donated a lot of blood - maybe start again … you mentioned her returning to work … hmmm … no resting at the tmonk residence …
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 01:21 PM
Replies: 4,598
Views: 115,110
Posted By BillyD

The siblings, never far apart, still can't fly on...

The siblings, never far apart, still can't fly on their own. Just a couple of big lumps on a branch. Every now and then the neighborhood Red-tail Hawk would test the boundaries and cruise by for a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 01:16 PM
Replies: 403
Views: 23,934
Posted By noglider

IdahoBrett, amusing story. Some of our spice...

IdahoBrett, amusing story. Some of our spice (plural of spouse) are quite supportive. In fact, mine put my collecting and flipping hobby into motion. For my birthday, she cleared a space in our...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 4,598
Views: 115,110
Posted By TMonk

Looks like its world blood donor day! Liz has...

Looks like its world blood donor day! Liz has donated a lot in the past. She stopped when she got pregnant, maybe she'll start again since she's winding down with the breastfeeding
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 01:02 PM
Replies: 1,087
Views: 65,384
Posted By unworthy1

those were some goofy frames, but with this...

those were some goofy frames, but with this "submariner" version you got stainless steel tubes bonded (or molded onto) clunky cast aluminum alloy "lugs". whereas the Kabuki version had regular steel....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 8,574
Posted By noglider

I might have just gotten back all the money I...

I might have just gotten back all the money I lost flipping bikes. After months of unanswered correspondence, they wrote a check for $500, an amount my spouse came up with. I owe her everything.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 12:58 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 2,569
Posted By RCMoeur

Having captained a tandem on very steep (15+%)...

Having captained a tandem on very steep (15+%) uphills with busy intersections every block, I can understand the desire not to have to stop, as restarting can be a challenge. That being said, injury...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-14-24, 12:58 PM
Replies: 655
Views: 288,245
Posted By noglider

I lost a ton of money flipping bikes. I have...

I lost a ton of money flipping bikes. I have impaired executive function, so I make a bad business person.

I might have just gotten my money back. Years ago, I bought two old English 3-speeds for...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-14-24, 12:54 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 63
Posted By Carbonfiberboy

Back pain and dehydration

As I've aged, back pain from normal chores where I'm bent over has definitely increased. Oddly, no back pain on the bike, at lease so far. Recently I was chopping wood at our cabin on a warm day, got...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 472
Views: 89,049
Posted By noglider

I have not been able to volunteer since summer of...

I have not been able to volunteer since summer of 2023. If things have not changed, this is the situation:

The coop where I volunteer has a haphazard pricing technique. The volunteer gives a gut...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 4,598
Views: 115,110
Posted By t2p

low to mid 90’s forecast next week for sw pa /...

low to mid 90’s forecast next week for sw pa / pittsburgh … this translates to 150 degrees in other locations … :( :( :(

good time to head north (nw pa or ne oh) and ride under tree cover … often...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 12:29 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,975
Posted By iab

While French bikes are perplexing to me, I...

While French bikes are perplexing to me, I believe that is a speedometer/odometer.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 354
Posted By noglider

Foldable tires: lighter more supple...

Foldable tires:
lighter
more supple (according to some)
easier to mount after some time

Wire-bead tires:
cost less
can fit on old rims without blowing off
ease of mounting does not change...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 250
Posted By pdlamb

It's hard to take my engineering hat off... ...

It's hard to take my engineering hat off...

So was the Presta valve core supposed to be designed to work with the Lezyne pump head, or should the pump head have been designed to work with the...
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