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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 717
Posted By TiHabanero

I second the nomination for fig bars. Raced 10...

I second the nomination for fig bars. Raced 10 years using them. Worked very well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 258
Posted By TiHabanero

Nice retrofit. Real nice job on the slotting of...

Nice retrofit. Real nice job on the slotting of the mount holes. Amazing that the stand is still in use and not resting in a dump somewhere. Our shop sold one of those stands back then and that was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 422
Posted By TiHabanero

My guess is a chain ring tooth profile problem as...

My guess is a chain ring tooth profile problem as in worn teeth all the way around. Replace ring and see what happens.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 484
Posted By TiHabanero

ScottCommutes, I have been in some very poor...

ScottCommutes, I have been in some very poor places on this earth and I can assure you a slashed tire can indeed be repaired. I have seen it on autos and motorcycles, and probably didn't notice it on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 06:07 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,600
Posted By TiHabanero

My daily rider is titanium and the ride is very...

My daily rider is titanium and the ride is very good, much like a sweet steel frame, but a little nicer. The Croll is a nice visual, much nicer than the Merlin. The ride is likely a bit rougher than...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 558
Posted By TiHabanero

I just had eye surgery and I am unable to clearly...

I just had eye surgery and I am unable to clearly see the images of the bike, however from what I think I see this bike is the second generation of the AT frames, the ATX series. I could be wrong,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 05:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 228
Posted By TiHabanero

I have always used the park tool disc tool that...

I have always used the park tool disc tool that is shaped like a wedge. Leave old pads in and use the wedge like tool to spread the pads which is the same as pushing the pucks back into caliper body.
Forum: Touring
04-08-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,010
Posted By TiHabanero

Thank you all for the valuable input. Seems 77-80...

Thank you all for the valuable input. Seems 77-80 lbs is not overboard after all. Back in the 70's when touring we never weighed our machines and I don't know why I made such a big deal out of it. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-24, 03:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 336
Posted By TiHabanero

April Fools jokes are not funny anymore, just too...

April Fools jokes are not funny anymore, just too common now. On another note, back in the 70's we did car rallies that were timed courses where the winner was the driver that was closest to adhering...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-24, 05:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 661
Posted By TiHabanero

When clipping in on the SPD-SL I don't use the...

When clipping in on the SPD-SL I don't use the toe of my shoe, rather I use the cleat itself by catching the front of the pedal to push it over and then just press until it catches.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 815
Posted By TiHabanero

This is the real danger of the internet being...

This is the real danger of the internet being played out right in front of us. None of us have knowledge of Salvadorian labor law or contract law, all we have is some minimal information, but no...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,737
Posted By TiHabanero

In our shop we saw plenty of Rock Bros pedals...

In our shop we saw plenty of Rock Bros pedals come through with bushing failure or body failure. They are not at all suited for mountain biking as they are not sturdy enough for that use. For...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 03:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 873
Posted By TiHabanero

There is an old mechanics axiom that states,...

There is an old mechanics axiom that states, "Grease before insertion." I guess that applies here. Something so simple, yet so often overlooked in the effort to get it on provides a deep frustration...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-24, 11:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 521
Posted By TiHabanero

My understanding is the early production of their...

My understanding is the early production of their hubs had some issues. I knew a guy that deconstructed a few of their hubs and found the issue to be a tolerance problem. He turned new flanges and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-24, 12:18 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,963
Posted By TiHabanero

Rydabent, you point out an important detail about...

Rydabent, you point out an important detail about e-bikes that most of us don't think about, leg strength and general conditioning of the lower body and back. My brother's wife bought an e-bike from...
Forum: Touring
03-07-24, 06:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,010
Posted By TiHabanero

Cyclomath, thanks for the visual as it clearly...

Cyclomath, thanks for the visual as it clearly explains things. Never thought about using the foot print as a work mat as well. Good thinking. I now know what I am going to do.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-07-24, 05:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 542
Posted By TiHabanero

All the years I was in the industry never had I...

All the years I was in the industry never had I heard of someone going after Giant for intellectual property theft. Please tell us more about this. Any lawsuit info?

As for the bikes, the Giant...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-07-24, 06:08 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,061
Posted By TiHabanero

Calsun, Trek has almost all of their bikes...

Calsun, Trek has almost all of their bikes manufactured in China and Taiwan. The models the brand relies upon for survival are mostly made in China.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 455
Posted By TiHabanero

My wife is still riding her 92 Carbolite frame...

My wife is still riding her 92 Carbolite frame (Miyata Sky Runner) with purple clearweave carbon tubes and hot pink lugs. I like the bike as much or more than she does and have ridden it quite a bit...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-29-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,248
Posted By TiHabanero

The last thing I desire to deal with is having to...

The last thing I desire to deal with is having to charge a phone or GPS device every day while on tour. Cateye Velo 8 is my go to computer. Never had one fail on me, battery lasts about 6 years. Less...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-24, 10:45 AM
Replies: 608
Views: 20,859
Posted By TiHabanero

I've been around cycling since 1971 and have very...

I've been around cycling since 1971 and have very fond memories of hookless rims. What a treat they were to deal with when mated to the wrong tire. Then I discovered hooked rims around 1978 and was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-16-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,905
Posted By TiHabanero

I worked with Giant bikes from 1992 to 2022 and...

I worked with Giant bikes from 1992 to 2022 and never found them to be more susceptible to problems than the other brands we handled including Specialized and Trek, except for one specific model...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-13-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 279
Views: 8,823
Posted By TiHabanero

As a service manager I loved disc brakes. Working...

As a service manager I loved disc brakes. Working on them required more time which in turn provided more labor charges. Trust me, it makes a difference on the bottom line.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-13-24, 07:01 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 589
Posted By TiHabanero

About 5 years ago I built a set of 700c Dyads...

About 5 years ago I built a set of 700c Dyads using Suntour Sealed 36 hole hubs with OLD of 135. My experience is that they true up fine, although not as easily as Mavic Open Pro Elite or even Sport...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-10-24, 06:46 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,535
Posted By TiHabanero

The human ego is a curious thing.

The human ego is a curious thing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-24, 05:31 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,822
Posted By TiHabanero

Last year I acquired a Giant OCR frame that had a...

Last year I acquired a Giant OCR frame that had a heavy tube fall on the top tube and crushed the carbon. I was able to flex the tube in that area with my fingers and the tap test with a quarter also...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-24, 03:29 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,011
Posted By TiHabanero

It is a Kestrel 4000. In my estimation the best...

It is a Kestrel 4000. In my estimation the best frame they ever made, at least the one I liked the most.

On another topic it is a shame that this dude was a very capable athlete and the legacy he...
Forum: Framebuilders
02-01-24, 05:11 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,760
Posted By TiHabanero

That is a proper looking bike, certainly is a...

That is a proper looking bike, certainly is a looker!
Forum: Touring
01-28-24, 06:25 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,250
Posted By TiHabanero

Yes, it is a ways away, however I'm a bit of a...

Yes, it is a ways away, however I'm a bit of a planner. I'm also spontaneous in situation, just depends upon what is needed. I plan to retire permanently in the September and hit the road at the end...
Forum: Touring
01-28-24, 04:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 392
Posted By TiHabanero

Velocity Cliffhangers are super beefy rim. I use...

Velocity Cliffhangers are super beefy rim. I use them for rim brake tube type tires, but they are tubeless compatible. Very strong and they build up nicely. Well made and engineered rim.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-27-24, 05:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 136
Posted By TiHabanero

Was working in a Specialized shop at that time...

Was working in a Specialized shop at that time and we never had issues with them, but that is the shop mechanics, not the consumers. If a piece is lost or broken/stripped, it is the end of the road....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-21-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,435
Posted By TiHabanero

My wife and I live in the northern climate of the...

My wife and I live in the northern climate of the USA. This week and most of last week we were in single digit temps. In the spring it rains a lot. Summer is not bad with highs only in the 90's, and...
Forum: Touring
01-16-24, 06:08 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,640
Posted By TiHabanero

Seaswimmer, I, too am planning for a long tour in...

Seaswimmer, I, too am planning for a long tour in 2025 and have not given much thought to lodging as I will be carrying a tent and want to camp as much as possible. Happy this thread is bringing to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-24, 05:20 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 446
Posted By TiHabanero

Yep, that was a find alright!

Yep, that was a find alright!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-13-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,014
Posted By TiHabanero

Masonchat, you should be able to tell what needs...

Masonchat, you should be able to tell what needs to be adjusted well before 100 hours or 1000 miles. I'd say within 5 miles you will feel reach and height needs. I know I can feel it within a few...
Forum: Framebuilders
01-07-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,760
Posted By TiHabanero

The baby blue is a nice color, however it wears...

The baby blue is a nice color, however it wears the eyes thin in time. Considered a trend color by my friend the artist. I like the original white of the 4000. Classic. The nice thing about your...
Forum: Framebuilders
01-06-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,760
Posted By TiHabanero

Liking the details of the repairs/mods. I worked...

Liking the details of the repairs/mods. I worked on a Giant OCR frame that had received a knock on the top tube crushing it a little bit. Enjoyed the repair process, but in the end with paint it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-06-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 586
Posted By TiHabanero

Apparently they designed and produced a defective...

Apparently they designed and produced a defective product and were unable to come up with a solution to fix the problems. My personal opinion is it was an idea looking to answer a question nobody was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-03-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 513
Posted By TiHabanero

My guess was correct. MKS did the actual...

My guess was correct. MKS did the actual manufacture of the pedals. I came about this question because I picked up a pair of MKS Lambda pedals and did the initial bearing adjustment and am impressed...
Forum: Framebuilders
01-02-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,760
Posted By TiHabanero

Paul, I have a true appreciation for people who...

Paul, I have a true appreciation for people who are unafraid to dive into some unfamiliar territory to build or fix things. More of us need to "just do it." Very much enjoy reading and seeing your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-01-24, 04:45 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 10,275
Posted By TiHabanero

Patience is a virtue. In 2015 my wife told me if...

Patience is a virtue. In 2015 my wife told me if we could find a Volvo 240 sedan or wagon in good condition she would drive it instead of a new car. Took me 3 years to find it, but found one in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-01-24, 06:07 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,842
Posted By TiHabanero

That's a fairly comprehensive list you have...

That's a fairly comprehensive list you have there, Andy. I wrenched for almost 40 years and there is only one lasting absolute hate I have; internal routing of brake hoses/housing and shift housing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-27-23, 04:46 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 507
Posted By TiHabanero

Trakhak, I really like the idea of reading to...

Trakhak, I really like the idea of reading to each other. Maybe it will give us some exposure to content outside of what she/I normally read. Gonna give it a try.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-26-23, 05:42 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,242
Posted By TiHabanero

Damage from dropping a chain is likely outside...

Damage from dropping a chain is likely outside the parameters of this survey since he specified elbow failures on dished wheels.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-26-23, 05:36 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 507
Posted By TiHabanero

Wheelreason, clever my friend! The diapers...

Wheelreason, clever my friend!

The diapers are made from suede I had left over from a previous project. Snaps are stainless steel. I did not want hook and loop closures. It was a fun little...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-26-23, 04:44 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 507
Posted By TiHabanero

Diaper for roller cam brake

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Made this diaper for the rear under chain stay mounted roller cam brake....
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-23, 06:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 540
Posted By TiHabanero

Voicing and opinion here. the 2020 105 is not any...

Voicing and opinion here. the 2020 105 is not any better than the 2016 Ultegra since it is a descendant of that group set. Both work well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-23, 05:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 491
Posted By TiHabanero

What I have been finding is the vintage bikes...

What I have been finding is the vintage bikes have bling. Newer bikes do not. They don't have chrome, silver components laced front and rear wheels, etc. If I put that Moser up next to a freshly...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-23-23, 05:42 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 9,628
Posted By TiHabanero

Genetics are everything.

Genetics are everything.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-23-23, 05:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 792
Posted By TiHabanero

I worked in a Specialized shop during the AWOL...

I worked in a Specialized shop during the AWOL period and never encountered a failed frame. Didn't sell many of them as they are kind of an odd ball bike that didn't really fit their line up all that...
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