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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 567
Posted By delbiker1

Nice bike. No specific ideas, but replacements to...

Nice bike. No specific ideas, but replacements to occupy the time are needed. I’ve been laid up numerous times for months. I found any kind of light exercise that is doable is worth doing. Once I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-25-24, 04:18 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,338
Posted By delbiker1

These wheels are interesting. Nice modern profile...

These wheels are interesting. Nice modern profile with the wide rims. If I was in the market, definitely a candidate. Actually, they would be really nice on my Poprad, which fits up to 35mm tires.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 973
Posted By delbiker1

I had my first flat with a TPU tube today. I have...

I had my first flat with a TPU tube today. I have not looked at to find the cause. I had a spare TPU tube with me. Two times the valve core popped out while inflating. The third time, I really...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 510
Views: 148,152
Posted By delbiker1

My latest set up quirk ...

My latest set up quirk
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 06:52 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,600
Posted By delbiker1

I feel your loss. I have an Airborne Zeppelin,...

I feel your loss. I have an Airborne Zeppelin, 2004?, that I check for signs of failure, quite often. I have had it for 7 years and have maybe 15,000 miles on it. It looked to be low miles when I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 502
Posted By delbiker1

Really? Rarely, at least in the bike world, will...

Really? Rarely, at least in the bike world, will anyone find items of any kind that exactly match the stated/listed weight. 16 grams is minuscule, not noticeable on a bike. It could even be your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 04:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 235
Posted By delbiker1

They can be dis-assembled, but the one in the...

They can be dis-assembled, but the one in the picture looks to have a lot of wear. A real possibility a part will break. I would try flushing and re- lubing first. I took one apart, once. The index...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 387
Posted By delbiker1

Vittoria Zaffiro Pro G2 if you can find them on...

Vittoria Zaffiro Pro G2 if you can find them on sale even better. Excel Sports has them, 30mm, for $25 per. Free shipping over $99. IMO, the Zaffiro Pro V are ok and cheaper, the G2 are much better....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-24, 02:29 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 902
Posted By delbiker1

Quite frustrating at times. I gave up on the...

Quite frustrating at times. I gave up on the brute force, significant arthritis in my hands. I now gladly use tires levers and a bead jack. There are tires I can still mount and remove with just my...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 661
Posted By delbiker1

IME, the toe flip becomes natural, same with...

IME, the toe flip becomes natural, same with clipping in and out, takes some time and experience. The flip is still necessary with dual sided spd pedals. The thing I do not like is the toe area...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-24, 07:04 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 50,297
Posted By delbiker1

No, as stated in my post: “ the inward angle is...

No, as stated in my post: “ the inward angle is pretty extreme”.

“Slightly” was with traditional drop handlebars.😝
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 06:15 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,070
Posted By delbiker1

I really like the looks of the bike, nice job....

I really like the looks of the bike, nice job. Gotta say, I may be a bit jealous of your acquisition of this. IMO, NO WHITE HOUSING
Forum: Mid-Atlantic Rides and Events
04-04-24, 03:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 626
Posted By delbiker1

I live 6 miles west of the starting point, which...

I live 6 miles west of the starting point, which is in Bethany Beach, DE. My home is on a road, Burbage Rd, that is on the route. I have never done the ride, I do not like riding with so many others....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 2,978
Posted By delbiker1

There is plethora of high quality bikes from that...

There is plethora of high quality bikes from that era that are available at low cost, especially steel. I hesitate to mention any particular brand or model due to knowing nothing about you or the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
04-02-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 376
Posted By delbiker1

The B-52 posted above is wild looking. One would...

The B-52 posted above is wild looking. One would surely get some comments while riding it around town. I have no desire to own, but I sure would like to have the use of it for a morning.

If I had...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 05:17 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 585
Posted By delbiker1

Either non compatible components were installed,...

Either non compatible components were installed, or they were installed improperly. A bit more info and pictures would be helpful.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 06:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 871
Posted By delbiker1

Vickie looks to be coming along nicely. I’ve been...

Vickie looks to be coming along nicely. I’ve been looking at mixtes, as stated above, most are too small, 51cm and smaller. There was a titanium mixte for sale last year, eBay, if it was 53cm, I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-30-24, 03:47 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,339
Posted By delbiker1

I live in south coastal Delaware, 5 miles from...

I live in south coastal Delaware, 5 miles from the Atlantic. We have a lot of wind. I usually do not ride once it hits sustained 20 mph, or so, and gusting comes into play. I tried a ride a few days...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-24, 05:56 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,142
Posted By delbiker1

Only one way to definitively find out for...

Only one way to definitively find out for yourself, pay to play.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 12:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 976
Posted By delbiker1

I recently mounted a DA 9000 group set, with C24...

I recently mounted a DA 9000 group set, with C24 wheels, on an Airborne Zeppelin titanium frameset. The bike is right at 17 lbs. with no accessories mounted. It is light, fast, and, to me, feels as...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-24, 02:34 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 4,402
Posted By delbiker1

I am pretty sure there are more than 2 types of...

I am pretty sure there are more than 2 types of riders that do not understand these posts.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-14-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,126,731
Posted By delbiker1

Another Delmarvalous springlike day. Took my...

Another Delmarvalous springlike day. Took my Orbea Avant out today, 25 miles. I have a V-O Porteur bar on it now, love the set up on this bike. I put a pair of GK semi-slick, 28mm, on the bike. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,423
Posted By delbiker1

Shimano 105 7000 is really good. I have had a...

Shimano 105 7000 is really good. I have had a group set on a bike for 4 years and 8-10 thousand miles. Other than changing housing and cables, the only times I have made adjustments was when changing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 836
Posted By delbiker1

It can make a large difference, i.e., comfort vs...

It can make a large difference, i.e., comfort vs non-comfort. Sometimes adjustments can be made, but nobody can make that determination from the original post. Are you sure you want a track bike?...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-24, 05:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,428
Posted By delbiker1

I have some interest in the next prototype.

I have some interest in the next prototype.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,190
Posted By delbiker1

That is going to make a fine ride. I look forward...

That is going to make a fine ride. I look forward to seeing it all cleaned up and done with what you are going to do.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-04-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,133
Posted By delbiker1

“ I want to ride my bicycle I want to ride my...

“ I want to ride my bicycle
I want to ride my bike

I want to ride my bicycle
I want to ride it where I like”

Quoting Freddie Mercury
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-24, 02:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 601
Posted By delbiker1

You can replace the derailleur and the cassette...

You can replace the derailleur and the cassette for Shimano Hyperglide, HG, that are compatible with the Ultegra. I would get the GS, medium cage rear derailleur and either a CS- hg7000 or 8000...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-04-24, 02:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 560
Posted By delbiker1

I will add that, IME, the visors do almost...

I will add that, IME, the visors do almost nothing but catch air. I am bald and, when riding, always have a hat on my head, usually a cycling cap with the short brim. The cap is easily moved to get...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 06:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 455
Posted By delbiker1

I think the best advice is the careful...

I think the best advice is the careful inspection, which I suspect is going to reveal no issues. Then clean and lube it, and make whatever changes you wish to make. Afterwards, ride it and post a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-02-24, 02:56 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,142
Posted By delbiker1

I can state the reasons for me to stop riding...

I can state the reasons for me to stop riding traditionally shaped drop bars are physical: chronic spinal and shoulder issues. I can ride those types of handlebars, but not for long, or without a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-28-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 5,347
Views: 846,603
Posted By delbiker1

Oh, the simple pleasures of life, so important to...

Oh, the simple pleasures of life, so important to recognize, so easy for me to miss. My moment of the day for 2/27. The daffodils have burst through to the sun again....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-24, 02:20 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,142
Posted By delbiker1

I am 71 and can no longer ride with traditionally...

I am 71 and can no longer ride with traditionally shaped dropped bars. I have gone to a couple different handlebars, with one still being a drop bar, the Ritchey Beacon bar, 80mm drop, 65mm reach and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-24, 06:04 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,317
Posted By delbiker1

Easily fixed with a new saddle. Broken human body...

Easily fixed with a new saddle. Broken human body not so easily fixed. I have numerous spares, I will send you one for the cost of shipping, $12-15. It is an Oval, I believe that is Fuji's brand, and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-26-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,268
Posted By delbiker1

Buyers remorse always involves a bit of being...

Buyers remorse always involves a bit of being unreasonable. It starts with the purchase.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-25-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 6,259
Views: 569,350
Posted By delbiker1

I am eating a snack after about 25 miles split...

I am eating a snack after about 25 miles split between my Poprad and Orbea Avant. This moment realized I was not ready to sit and do this. Guess I will get on my Airborne Zeppelin, that now covers...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-21-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 703
Posted By delbiker1

Mounting tires/tubes efficiently and properly...

Mounting tires/tubes efficiently and properly takes some practice and experience. Watch a couple of videos, like on parktools.com, to get the general idea. Then it is a matter doing it enough to get...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-19-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,351
Posted By delbiker1

Here's a suggestion, just go ahead and buy...

Here's a suggestion, just go ahead and buy whatever you think is best off the internet. Do not seek advice from a bike forum or bike shop. After you have your wheels mounted on your bike and take the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-16-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 424
Views: 13,599
Posted By delbiker1

I guess I got a touch of this ism. Though, I tell...

I guess I got a touch of this ism. Though, I tell myself it is just curiosity. I have a 9000 Dura Ace group, minus the cranks set, with a set of C24 wheels, that I acquired from a friend. I purchased...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-15-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 873
Posted By delbiker1

Got no time for waxing sublime. My chains are...

Got no time for waxing sublime. My chains are fine, and my bikes don't mind. Rags enough for the end of my time.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-24, 03:25 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,236
Posted By delbiker1

I live in flat land Delaware. I have a bike set...

I live in flat land Delaware. I have a bike set up as 1X: 6750 crankset with just a 44 tooth narrow-wide ring, cassette is 11 speed 11-34. I love this set up for my area. I occasionally need to get...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-24, 06:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 429
Posted By delbiker1

I've got no advice for your pricing. But, pretty...

I've got no advice for your pricing. But, pretty much all rim brake mechanical groups are being sold for what I would call low dollars. I sure understand not wanting to sell for less than you think...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-08-24, 03:59 PM
Replies: 424
Views: 13,599
Posted By delbiker1

When you start asking for a friend.

When you start asking for a friend.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-07-24, 08:54 PM
Replies: 480
Views: 20,774
Posted By delbiker1

Giving kudos to L26, the thread starter. He...

Giving kudos to L26, the thread starter. He played, he got what he got, then apparently was wise enough to drop out.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-07-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 5,347
Views: 846,603
Posted By delbiker1

I had a nice day with a 25 mile ride on my Orbea...

I had a nice day with a 25 mile ride on my Orbea Avant, tried a new to me place for lunch, and fixed myself some fine dining, beef sirloin medallion and homemade crab cake. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-07-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,596
Posted By delbiker1

Today's faux pas was going to shift onto the big...

Today's faux pas was going to shift onto the big ring and it would not go. My first thought was "what now" , I looked down and hit the lever again, nothing. Oh yeah, I did not re-attach the cable...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-24, 06:06 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,150
Posted By delbiker1

Putting fenders on a bike like the OP's is almost...

Putting fenders on a bike like the OP's is almost always a matter of figuring out how one is going to do the attachment, and what to use on the set up. As stated above, give it a good look, think...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-24, 06:11 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 815
Posted By delbiker1

Ritchey Beacon Handlebar with the brifters angled...

Ritchey Beacon Handlebar with the brifters angled inward. I have 2 bikes set up like this. It has taken my badly arthritic thumbs almost out of the equation. They are short reach and shallow drop...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-31-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 392
Views: 22,468
Posted By delbiker1

What is the difference between stupid and super...

What is the difference between stupid and super stupid? To me, super stupid is worrying over something like this being stupid.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-30-24, 06:55 PM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,126,731
Posted By delbiker1

Rode 3 bikes today, only 20 to 25 miles. Two of...

Rode 3 bikes today, only 20 to 25 miles. Two of them were just a couple miles each to check on a couple small adjustments I made.
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