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03-17-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 731
Posted By veganbikes

The amount LS doesn't know could fill warehouses...

The amount LS doesn't know could fill warehouses the world over.
03-17-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 1,396
Posted By veganbikes

It seems like you doesn't understand how bicycle...

It seems like you doesn't understand how bicycle retail works. Actual bicycles are super low margin so while you think oh it is 6K so they must be swimming in money we aren't you might if really...
03-16-24, 11:04 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 843
Posted By veganbikes

There is probably more to it than that. Yes...

There is probably more to it than that. Yes riding like that is not ideal but shouldn't have you running through chains so quickly I don't think even Quadzilla (Robert Forestermann) would go through...
03-16-24, 10:34 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 266
Posted By veganbikes

Not every frame uses the same hanger that is why...

Not every frame uses the same hanger that is why there are so many. SRAM tried to solve the problem like everyone else does and created a new standard called UDH so now we have 500 and 1 derailleur...
03-15-24, 08:59 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,880
Posted By veganbikes

rydabent people don't hate recumbents generally...

rydabent people don't hate recumbents generally their issue is with you and ridiculous stuff like this. Please don't conflate people's dislike of what you say for a dislike of recumbents. It is...
03-15-24, 05:25 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,880
Posted By veganbikes

Jeff Beck's debut album?...

Jeff Beck's debut album? (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Truth_(Jeff_Beck_album))
03-15-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 113
Posted By veganbikes

A useless note to anyone do not use the ball end...

A useless note to anyone do not use the ball end of a hex wrench to break loose or full tighten. It is fine for in the middle when you are already loose or starting to tighten but you don't want to...
03-15-24, 05:12 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 3,407
Posted By veganbikes

Silence is golden, duct tape is silver...

Silence is golden, duct tape is silver...
03-15-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 316
Posted By veganbikes

I wouldn't really want to use any of them but...

I wouldn't really want to use any of them but especially knockoffs. SeaSucker would be the brand that I know started this trend and generally gets decent reviews. Remember any car rack is a safety...
03-15-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 525
Posted By veganbikes

Isopropyl alcohol is just fine

Isopropyl alcohol is just fine
03-13-24, 05:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 150
Posted By veganbikes

I am testing SwissStop disc brake pads on my R+M...

I am testing SwissStop disc brake pads on my R+M and they are so far quite good though had a Magura warranty so need to replace the actual front caliper (they sent the new one just haven't been able...
03-13-24, 05:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 432
Posted By veganbikes

So typically you want to post in other threads to...

So typically you want to post in other threads to get those 10 posts..get active in the threads, you will have some fun!

Ziggs are good bikes, I just built a frame up for a friend with some 10...
03-13-24, 05:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 223
Posted By veganbikes

Rack struts are the unsung heroes of making cool...

Rack struts are the unsung heroes of making cool cycling stuff. My business partner and I built a chain keeper because he couldn't buy a N/W chainring at the moment so I said use this piece of rack...
Forum: Commuting
03-12-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 458
Posted By veganbikes

It sounds like you ride your current bike and it...

It sounds like you ride your current bike and it needs service and parts which is extremely common and something you should do regularly. $120 for all of that stuff is a little on the lower end with...
03-12-24, 06:58 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 897
Posted By veganbikes

I mean "ish". Cantilever and linear pull brakes...

I mean "ish". Cantilever and linear pull brakes have some similarities and differences. However it is usually just better to create a new thread then dredge up the old ones. It saves people from...
03-12-24, 06:39 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 897
Posted By veganbikes

Keep in mind folks this is a thread last active...

Keep in mind folks this is a thread last active in 2022 not a deep zombie cut but a zombie nonetheless.
03-11-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 4,880
Posted By veganbikes

Doing a tour stage or a full tour on vintage or...

Doing a tour stage or a full tour on vintage or modern vintage replica bikes would be cool but not practical and not going to happen.

In terms of the UCI they are actually owned by a cabal of...
03-10-24, 08:50 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 3,316
Posted By veganbikes

What cosplay? It would be one thing if they were...

What cosplay? It would be one thing if they were riding copies of Lance's actual team bike from that era and wearing copies of his kit and helmet but that is generally not what is happening and if it...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 990
Posted By veganbikes

If you are noticing shifting issues I would...

If you are noticing shifting issues I would download the E-Tube app, it makes adjustments for Di2 super easy and is kind of fun in a way. Plus you can adjust all of your buttons to do what you want...
03-10-24, 09:27 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,029
Posted By veganbikes

But the best is not the third place offering....

But the best is not the third place offering. Again you don't go to say the Saudi Arabian GP for Formula 1 last night and here over the announcements the best driver was Charles Leclerc who came in...
03-09-24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,029
Posted By veganbikes

Huh? Best would be the best. You wouldn't say the...

Huh? Best would be the best. You wouldn't say the 3rd place finisher was the best. It is not that 105 is bad it is great but it is not the best otherwise they wouldn't have Ultegra above it and...
03-09-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,003
Posted By veganbikes

That stand is rated for 70lbs max just keep that...

That stand is rated for 70lbs max just keep that in mind. The electric moped looks like it could be quite a bit heavier (though removing the battery might help get it in the 70lbs range) and you will...
03-09-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,029
Posted By veganbikes

If you want the best Dura-Ace is the best. If you...

If you want the best Dura-Ace is the best. If you want really good stuff Ultegra is really good stuff. I am running the Di2 Equivalent of the 6800 gruppo and it has been fantastic and more than...
03-08-24, 09:28 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 472
Posted By veganbikes

Just FYI a while back they were bought out by...

Just FYI a while back they were bought out by SunRace and just out of curiosity I picked a couple of their 3 speed hubs and did find part number HSL871 which is listed as a plastic sprocket dustcap....
03-08-24, 09:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 280
Posted By veganbikes

In the end I want a light with a good beam...

In the end I want a light with a good beam pattern with a proper cut off so I don't blind people. A lot of light manufacturers are focused more on bringing us a bicycle specific flashlight that is...
03-08-24, 09:15 PM
Replies: 159
Views: 7,075
Posted By veganbikes

This thread is from a banned member and has not...

This thread is from a banned member and has not been active since August of 22. Let's let it rest eternally please!
03-08-24, 09:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 465
Posted By veganbikes

I said it earlier today. Kind of jokingly of...

I said it earlier today. Kind of jokingly of course but that is generally how you would say it. However if not an actual mountain biker you probably would never say it or come across it.
03-08-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 175
Posted By veganbikes

Get a chainring for the current crank you have if...

Get a chainring for the current crank you have if you really need that. Beyond that I would just sell the bike and get the right bike for you. Clearly from your other thread you bought the absolute...
03-07-24, 08:13 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,223
Posted By veganbikes

So why mention the Lezyne pump if you are...

So why mention the Lezyne pump if you are promoting a cheap knockoff instead?

Lezyne makes good pumps if not Topeak Lezyne would probably be my choice but knockoffs would never be a choice for...
03-07-24, 07:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 121
Posted By veganbikes

Sounds like a bad idea all around. I wouldn't buy...

Sounds like a bad idea all around. I wouldn't buy anything from Alibaba and his 40 thieves and then try and replace stuff on it to run wing nuts which are a poor way to hold/tighten a hub. There is a...
03-07-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 3,327
Posted By veganbikes

Can't have fun...sorry! You should learn to have...

Can't have fun...sorry! You should learn to have some fun!
03-06-24, 10:42 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 3,327
Posted By veganbikes

Sorry I am just giving a useful instance of why...

Sorry I am just giving a useful instance of why posting the whole thing is helpful. I am not getting involved in y'all's argument just having some fun. Completely unserious totally joking not calling...
03-06-24, 10:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 279
Posted By veganbikes

If I was to put a rack on a suspension fork it...

If I was to put a rack on a suspension fork it would be probably Old Man Mountain or maybe Thule Pack and Pedal or Topeak Tetra M1 but really I wouldn't, Maybe a Wren fork which is inverted but I...
03-06-24, 09:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 479
Posted By veganbikes

This thread is an older thread but generally...

This thread is an older thread but generally active-ish:
https://www.bikeforums.net/singlespeed-fixed-gear/697689-age-40-singlespeed-fixed-gear-thread-41.html

Also another +1 for TejanoTrackie he...
03-06-24, 09:34 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,043
Posted By veganbikes

There is no full suspension bikes that are going...

There is no full suspension bikes that are going to be that low and even increasing your budget by a bit probably won't land you much of a bike. For $600 a single speed is what you need. If you are...
03-06-24, 09:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 242
Posted By veganbikes

I mean you could sand it and use Spray.bike if...

I mean you could sand it and use Spray.bike if you really want to put a bunch of time and money towards it but Sora is close to the bottom of Shimano's range and 8 speed is old school stuff from the...
03-06-24, 09:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 472
Posted By veganbikes

I would recommend reaching out to Pinon and...

I would recommend reaching out to Pinon and asking at least from a warranty standpoint. In the end if I am buying a nice pinion gearbox bike I am fine with a little extra money each year to flush it...
03-05-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,256
Posted By veganbikes

Uillean pipes - meh...Scottish Small Pipes -...

Uillean pipes - meh...Scottish Small Pipes - :thumb:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Igu61TR2d2k

Kidding of course I love all pipes they hit differently. Part Scottish so will always love it.
03-05-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 478
Posted By veganbikes

Fixed that for everyone. It is important to note...

Fixed that for everyone. It is important to note that it is road compatible. While GRX shares some commonality with Shimano's MTB stuff it is 100% only road compatible.

It is a shame that they...
03-04-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 262
Posted By veganbikes

Probably the worst that will happen with DIY is...

Probably the worst that will happen with DIY is you are back to square one and the best is you have a new heal. I bet one of these folks with the 3D printers could make a heal for it with some...
03-04-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,390
Posted By veganbikes

How did you test? I am confused how that would...

How did you test? I am confused how that would happen one is broken but some how you were able to confirm it was still calibrated at 8nm.

Regardless you will probably be fine and in the end you...
03-04-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 478
Posted By veganbikes

Essentially after 9 speed road and mountain got...

Essentially after 9 speed road and mountain got different cable pulls so they were incompatible, luckily now you have GRX which is road compatible with some MTB features and that is ideally what I...
03-04-24, 08:37 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 321
Posted By veganbikes

The end of that link is the smartest move: ...

The end of that link is the smartest move:
Shipping an ebike battery by air can be a complex and costly process. It may be simpler and more cost-effective to inquire with your ebike manufacturer if...
03-04-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,516
Posted By veganbikes

As much as this is a 11 year old thread it is a...

As much as this is a 11 year old thread it is a good one at least.

One of my favorites has always been this one:
“When the spirits are low, when the day appears dark, when work becomes...
03-04-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 339
Posted By veganbikes

The Karakoram is probably the minor-ly better...

The Karakoram is probably the minor-ly better bike but it was from back in the day when they put a nicer rear derailleur on it and slightly cheaper parts elsewhere to make it look good. Compared to...
03-03-24, 03:10 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,009
Posted By veganbikes

YBN is a chain manufacturer, Yaban I believe is...

YBN is a chain manufacturer, Yaban I believe is the full name. They make a really neat titanium chain that isn't beyond ridiculously expensive if their claims of durability and weight hold up (not...
03-02-24, 08:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 71
Posted By veganbikes

Not that I have seen or need but KoolStop and...

Not that I have seen or need but KoolStop and SwissStop make excellent pads for it and if you put on better rotors or larger rotors you could do quite well.
03-02-24, 12:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 727
Posted By veganbikes

That is why test ride bikes at your local shop. I...

That is why test ride bikes at your local shop. I have known a lot of people who said I need a throttle because they have zero self confidence when it comes to riding and have no real idea of what...
Forum: Touring
03-02-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 744
Posted By veganbikes

it works a treat though. Highly recommend it. I...

it works a treat though. Highly recommend it. I went for the Zirbel shifter and wow it is such a minimal shifter but really feels nice and shifts well. I never really thought I would be running SRAM...
03-02-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 727
Posted By veganbikes

I would recommend trying bikes at your local shop...

I would recommend trying bikes at your local shop and avoiding the e-mopeds. A good pedal assist bike with a quality mid-drive motor and good torque will make it quite easy to ride and you won't need...
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