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04-25-24, 06:20 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 473
Posted By shelbyfv

That's a nice blue color.:thumb:

That's a nice blue color.:thumb:
04-24-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 368
Posted By mpetry912

Mine /markp ...

Mine

/markp

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04-24-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 329
Posted By Saudadeii

Unless you're into airsoft/air rifles, I'd sell...

Unless you're into airsoft/air rifles, I'd sell it and get a regular compressor with some decent CFM. Then you can use it on bikes, cars, and even power some air tools.
04-23-24, 11:14 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,390
Posted By FBinNY

+1 Chain's unbelievably short. ...

+1

Chain's unbelievably short.

Unbelievable because I'm amazed you lasted a month before this happened.

When you cut it longer, the minimum acceptable length is so it can loop the big/big...
04-23-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,390
Posted By Kontact

The chain is too short.

The chain is too short.
04-23-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,390
Posted By smd4

Looks like the chain is way too short to me.

Looks like the chain is way too short to me.
04-22-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 579
Posted By Iride01

Lawn tractor batteries are usually lead acid or...

Lawn tractor batteries are usually lead acid or similar. Not quite the same beast as a lithium battery.
04-20-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 940
Posted By easyupbug

Get another LBS.

Get another LBS.
04-20-24, 07:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 451
Posted By soyabean

I use a bit of SAC-2 which is basically powered...

I use a bit of SAC-2 which is basically powered quartz that acts as an anti-slip binder.

It's required for all CF seatposts, but can also be used on metal seatposts.

You apply very little of...
04-19-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 584
Posted By shelbyfv

Should be enough here to entertain you. A&S...

Should be enough here to entertain you. A&S (https://www.bikeforums.net/advocacy-safety/)
04-15-24, 03:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 356
Posted By bboy314

Look up Robertaxleproject.com. They sell axles...

Look up Robertaxleproject.com. They sell axles for this purpose.
04-12-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 387
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

Unless the rivet in question is joining the cog...

Unless the rivet in question is joining the cog with a spyder/carrier. Andy
04-12-24, 05:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 607
Posted By Ferguron

New (to me) Bike Day...and I thought I was too old

At 55 years old I thought I had missed my chance at true love. Turns out I was wrong...
...
04-12-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,202
Posted By seypat

Everyone's doing it! Why be left out? ...

Everyone's doing it! Why be left out?

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1vF84LABHm0
04-12-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,202
Posted By Wileyrat

Seems to be the wave of the future, although not...

Seems to be the wave of the future, although not my future.
Replies: 14
Views: 554
Posted By BobbyG

I bought a low-end Nishiki Blazer for $450 in...

I bought a low-end Nishiki Blazer for $450 in 1997. It was my only bike until 2009. It is now my winter bike/utility bike. Studded tires in the winter, big fat smoothies in the summer. I had to...
04-09-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 127
Posted By Korina

Call to action for East Bay riders

Want to keep the bike/ped path on the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge? You'll need to write for it...
04-09-24, 05:19 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 770
Posted By jack pot

^ :foo:

^ :foo:
04-08-24, 08:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 903
Posted By NVFlinch

Take a picture of him and the bike because... ....

Take a picture of him and the bike because...
.
.
...you might want a fond rememberance of the bike before it was stolen.
04-08-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,480
Posted By spelger

this is from 2017 in Idaho. a parital is nothing...

this is from 2017 in Idaho. a parital is nothing like totality. and a cell phone image like below does not do it justice.
...
04-08-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,138
Posted By john m flores

No thanks.

No thanks.
04-07-24, 02:25 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 207
Posted By Bill Kapaun

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04-05-24, 09:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 771
Posted By FBinNY

It could be a stiff link, which like a medical...

It could be a stiff link, which like a medical issue, likes to hide when a pro is looking. So, I look for these by backpedalling in a aligned gear combination while pushing forward on the lower cage...
04-05-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 294
Posted By gmphoenix

Oh man -- laughing at myself for not doing the...

Oh man -- laughing at myself for not doing the "RTFM" thing my darn self ;) Thanks for that (I owe you a beer)!
04-03-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,138
Posted By smd4

Be that as it may, some of us who aren't racers...

Be that as it may, some of us who aren't racers still enjoy making our bikes as light as possible. It's a fun endeavor. I spent the pandemic lockdown shaving 2 pounds off my bike and enjoyed the...
04-03-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 811
Posted By Outrider1

Nah, I better not...

Nah, I better not...
04-01-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 424
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I don't know know if it applies to your chain,...

I don't know know if it applies to your chain, but I believe some chains are "directional".
03-28-24, 06:50 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,748
Posted By Koyote

What did the bike fitter think about your...

What did the bike fitter think about your seatpost? I'm genuinely curious.

...
03-28-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 313
Posted By rdf37

First Ride

Into the Doctor for follow up and the words were "Yes you can" from her. The question was "Can I cycle"
Wooohooo. Got home and after much thought, out I went. First time on road since 2015...
03-28-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,748
Posted By indyfabz

I recommend you consider why.

I recommend you consider why.
03-28-24, 01:52 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,748
Posted By Trakhak

"Doctor, you're charging me that much for what?...

"Doctor, you're charging me that much for what? Just to tell me I'm healthy? For that kind of money, I demand that you operate. Take something out or put something in."

Just pointing out that...
03-27-24, 05:45 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,594
Posted By dedhed

If you have to clean your derailleur and adjust...

If you have to clean your derailleur and adjust every 100 miles there is something wrong or you're doing something wrong.
03-27-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,499
Posted By bOsscO

Not specific to the brands mentioned above, the...

Not specific to the brands mentioned above, the Radavist has a recent article comparing two TPU brands; one cheap and one expensive....
03-27-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,045
Posted By shelbyfv

Yep, you can conquer this anxiety by learning to...

Yep, you can conquer this anxiety by learning to repair a puncture.
03-26-24, 03:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,947
Posted By DiabloScott

You're Invited to participate in a Historic Event...

You're Invited to participate in a Historic Event to Celebrate 22 New Bike Turnouts on Mount Diablo! SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, July 20th at 11am at Curry Point. More details to follow.....Ride, hike...
03-25-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 303
Posted By boomer58

Tour de Cure

I did my first Tour de Cure yesterday in Orlando. I waited until I was 65 to do this and I don't know why. It was an awesome experience and I can't wait until I can do another one. Unfortunately I...
03-23-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 438
Posted By BTinNYC

You want the tool. It's used to pre-load the...

You want the tool. It's used to pre-load the crankset to hand-tight when reassembling.

That being said, you have to loosen the crankarm bolts before loosening the cap. It may come out by hand.
...
03-22-24, 07:57 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,268
Posted By KJ43

The gear combination that lets me have a cadence...

The gear combination that lets me have a cadence of 80 - 90 at my target power.
03-22-24, 03:11 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,268
Posted By Jughed

Top Gear. The Clarkson, Hammond and May...

Top Gear.

The Clarkson, Hammond and May version, not the American version.
03-21-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 512
Posted By Steve B.

Backwards method to do that. If you have a...

Backwards method to do that. If you have a smartphone (Android or iPhone) download and install the Garmin Connect Mobile app. BT pair the Explore to the phone and the GCM app. Create an account with...
03-21-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 225
Posted By andrewclaus

I think the question is about the crank bolt, but...

I think the question is about the crank bolt, but yes, we still need to know what BB it is. Most common is the M8 x 1.
03-21-24, 03:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 403
Posted By jgwilliams

Are you aware of just how far you can go on Di2...

Are you aware of just how far you can go on Di2 between charges. I reckon between 500 and 600 miles on my 12-speed setup, and I live in a hilly area where I change gear a lot. I find it hard to...
03-19-24, 06:48 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 395
Posted By rdf37

The Excitement is Building!!!

History...Bike Accident 2016
Result.... Two broken collarbones, shattered right shoulder blade, 2 broken vertabre, concusion, minor brain damage that resoled itself, several surgeries.
I then sold...
03-16-24, 01:51 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 3,809
Posted By asgelle

Why can't the standard post be cut down?

Why can't the standard post be cut down?
03-16-24, 12:13 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 3,809
Posted By Iride01

Four centimeters too high? Are you certain...

Four centimeters too high? Are you certain that's the correct size bike for you? Maybe you need the 54 cm bike for your leg length.

Top tube length is not any better to judge a bike size by...
03-16-24, 12:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 338
Posted By FBinNY

I can't speak for that one, but on many od these...

I can't speak for that one, but on many od these levers, th we cross member is actually a rivet, and as such the lever can only he disassembled destructively.
03-15-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,005
Posted By 79pmooney

I see no issues with alcohol on a bike frame. ...

I see no issues with alcohol on a bike frame. It's when you add the wheels and handlebars that you get into trouble.
03-15-24, 01:32 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 572
Posted By Pratt

If you have to ask...

If you have to ask...
03-14-24, 09:18 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,603
Posted By rsbob

If you can either ride with a buddy, or make a...

If you can either ride with a buddy, or make a friend, and ride with them. The miles will fly by when you have someone to chat with and distract you.
03-14-24, 03:26 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 4,362
Posted By PeteHski

I am pretty sure you wouldn’t be able to visibly...

I am pretty sure you wouldn’t be able to visibly tell that I was carrying all those things.
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