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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-22-20, 05:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,002
Posted By Darth Lefty

Thanks for the review. There’s such an...

Thanks for the review. There’s such an overwhelming wave of stuff from China. Some of it has been quite all right and some is awful. before my Apple Watch I had a BTLE heart rate strap and it seemed...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-22-20, 02:32 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 3,002
Posted By Iride01

Glad you found it and in good shape. I keep...

Glad you found it and in good shape.

I keep my phone in my Jersey pocket. Hope it never happens, but imagining a worst case scenario would have me down the side of an embankment and my bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-20, 12:11 AM
Replies: 339
Views: 159,817
Posted By guy1138

Yep, everyone is. All the old schwinns are coming...

Yep, everyone is. All the old schwinns are coming out of the shed and pressed into service as covid bikes, and there is not enough tires to outfit them all.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-20, 07:21 PM
Replies: 339
Views: 159,817
Posted By Medium Size Dog

Have been searching the web and many LBS for many...

Have been searching the web and many LBS for many miles around and still coming up empty. Looking for Panaracer Pasela Protite Gumwall 27x1 1/4. All sold out, back ordered, unavailable, don't know...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-20, 05:17 PM
Replies: 339
Views: 159,817
Posted By ramzilla

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1600x1200/img_2459_a4c2504064ace77cdb381eee7d017dfd12ef454e.jpg
My last pair of new 27" ProTeks. Hope I can still find some of these in the...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-31-20, 08:47 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By 5teve

I'm late to reply but I've been using DZ Nuts...

I'm late to reply but I've been using DZ Nuts chamois cream for a while and it works well for me. Also, if you're getting chafing on the pereneum it might be a saddle issue, either the saddle...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-26-20, 03:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By Carbonfiberboy

Slows you down even more in the sani-can though,...

Slows you down even more in the sani-can though, which is the main reason I don't wear bibs, especially in the PNW with upper body layers. I don't notice a strap at all anymore.
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-26-20, 12:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By Carbonfiberboy

The HRM strap goes on your bare skin. Bib straps...

The HRM strap goes on your bare skin. Bib straps go over it. Lick the strap's electrodes before putting it on.
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-22-20, 01:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By pdlamb

You were lucky, my stone wheels had bumps on the...

You were lucky, my stone wheels had bumps on the corners. :)

For the sake of completeness, I'll note that I'll hardly get on the bike today for as short a ride as my "long rides" were in college.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-20, 10:56 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 28,917
Posted By nomadmax

If they work for you then it's all good. I...

If they work for you then it's all good. I wouldn't trade one of my Italian built steel framed Colnagos for any carbon fiber version they make, regardless of the fact that it would probably be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-20, 10:46 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 28,917
Posted By repechage

the following is in reference to top end bikes. ...

the following is in reference to top end bikes.


The Italians as a group have had an evolution in geometry, but often, those bikes share a lower bottom bracket than the French and British bikes I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-20, 10:22 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 28,917
Posted By Slightspeed

I think the Italian love is because it might the...

I think the Italian love is because it might the first "nice" bike many of us got, after graduating from baloon tires, three speeds and lower level "10-speeds". I did my first junior race on a heavy,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-20, 08:22 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 28,917
Posted By SJX426

sheddle sums it up well for me. There must be a...

sheddle sums it up well for me. There must be a reason so many bikes in the history of the grand Tours have been Italian. Today the mix is greater but the Italians are more often next to the podium...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-20, 07:34 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 28,917
Posted By sheddle

For me, Bianchi lost some luster when Sky Yeager...

For me, Bianchi lost some luster when Sky Yeager left. Models like the Volpe, Pista and even the 90s Milano helped make one of the oldest bike companies on the planet seem improbably cool. IDK if...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-20, 07:13 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 28,917
Posted By sheddle

Because some incredibly famous cyclists rode...

Because some incredibly famous cyclists rode them. Bianchi is as much part of the Fausto Coppi lore as anything. Colnago and De Rosa are part of Eddy Merckx's image. Pinarello has used success in pro...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-20, 06:52 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 28,917
Posted By easyupbug

Kunsunoke pretty much covered it. I have had too...

Kunsunoke pretty much covered it. I have had too many bikes for years now and loved the Italians. My rack that holds my bikes used in the current daily rotation has the lowest number of Italians...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-20, 04:54 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 28,917
Posted By nomadmax

Soul. ...

Soul.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1120x2000/colonago_restomod_0010_8fd2327a3fe8aa5aece6b2ce39f8a190f6bff578.jpg

The same thing a Fender Strat or Gibson Les Paul has. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-20, 03:51 AM
Replies: 227
Views: 28,917
Posted By kunsunoke

They look like what we expect race bikes ought to...

They look like what we expect race bikes ought to look like.
They instantly evoke nostalgia for simpler times, when cycling didn't focus on marketing of plastic bikes to plastic people.
They have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-20, 04:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,133
Posted By dedhed

In a pinch I've even dug through my coffee can of...

In a pinch I've even dug through my coffee can of caps and plugs and dug out something "close enough" and drilled it out.

https://www.caplugs.com/plugs
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-20-20, 03:43 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,133
Posted By seedsbelize

Huh!? I think I have some of those metal ones....

Huh!? I think I have some of those metal ones. Long ago, I bought a pair for a friend and a pair for myself. Mine immediately disappeared. But now I know where to look. They are mixed in with my...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-20-20, 01:08 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By Carbonfiberboy

Pearl Izumi is good, especially their Elite...

Pearl Izumi is good, especially their Elite bottoms from the past few years.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-20, 12:18 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 12,035
Posted By genejockey

No, I grew up when I stopped thinking I deserved...

No, I grew up when I stopped thinking I deserved them, and others didn't, because I could enjoy them and I believed they couldn't.



Yes, but the pro riders don't pay for it, do they? It's all...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-20-20, 11:00 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By fastcarbon

Best anti-friction creams for synthetic chamois?

About two years ago I started having chaffing problems (78 now). I tried about 5 different creams and found Chamoix Buttr worked the best. At the same time I tried a bike fitting which was already...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-19-20, 12:15 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By Carbonfiberboy

First thing is that I hate gel chamois. They...

First thing is that I hate gel chamois. They don't breathe. Lambswood sounds horrible. Yeah, I used to use real leather, too. These days, you want smooth foam chamois. I don't think I've ever seen a...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-17-20, 02:49 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By 79pmooney

The old standby - the stuff I use when I have to...

The old standby - the stuff I use when I have to ride and i have issues happening. Bag Balm. The stuff works, Another trick - if you have pubic hair long enough to get caught between your moving...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-17-20, 02:15 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By fietsbob

Iv'e never used anything on my synthetic chamois...

Iv'e never used anything on my synthetic chamois ,
I did bring 3 pair on my long bike tours to always have a clean, dry, pair of bike shorts on every morning..
a dab of neosporin topically , on any...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-17-20, 12:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By shelbyfv

I liked Body Glide but had problems with it...

I liked Body Glide but had problems with it getting dry and cracking before it was used up. I now use Gold Bond Friction Defense. Similar to Body Glide but the product seems more consistent. Easy...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-17-20, 10:17 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By Iride01

I've always been a sweater too. I sweat gallons...

I've always been a sweater too. I sweat gallons on rides and much of my upper body sweat goes through my shorts before finding a way out.

I'm careful not to use a lot if any detergent when I...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-17-20, 09:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By Unca_Sam

That sounds more like an embrocation for cold...

That sounds more like an embrocation for cold weather rides and races. An unpleasant error, to be sure.
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-17-20, 09:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By pdlamb

Chamois Butter (however they mis-spell it) works...

Chamois Butter (however they mis-spell it) works well applied either to skin or to the edges of chamois that need it (either too tall or sewn in with coarse thread). I've also used Body Glide on the...
Forum: Pills and Ills
07-17-20, 09:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,502
Posted By Iride01

Are you over padding your shorts and maybe have...

Are you over padding your shorts and maybe have an overly padded saddle? The more padding you have the more contact points for rub you have. Gel type cushioning has never been a good thing for me...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-20, 02:23 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 12,035
Posted By HTupolev

If the bike actually fits reasonably well, and if...

If the bike actually fits reasonably well, and if the geometry doesn't obstruct your wrist on one side from accessing the downtube shifter on the opposite side, you'd generally have no problems using...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-20, 11:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,133
Posted By non-fixie

Sorry, I haven't a clue. :o BTW, the paging...

Sorry, I haven't a clue. :o

BTW, the paging system doesn't seem to work. I stumbled across your mention by chance.

BTW 2, I love that TA Professionel crankset.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-20, 11:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,133
Posted By cyccommute

I have a couple of each version discussed above...

I have a couple of each version discussed above that have been in my parts drawers for ages. PM your address and I'll send them to you. I'm not using them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-20, 10:27 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,133
Posted By cyccommute

You can go with a simple stepped nut ...

You can go with a simple stepped nut (https://www.amazon.com/panaracer-Schrader-Valve-Presta-Valve-Presta-Valve/dp/B001CJZ2M4). They often come on threaded presta valves. Your local LBS may even...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-20, 10:26 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,133
Posted By scarlson

Here are some nice ones on ebay, only problem is...

Here are some nice ones on ebay, only problem is you can't get a jar of 100 of them to save on shipping:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-20, 10:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,133
Posted By dedhed

Metal ...

Metal
https://www.amazon.com/Quad-Wheels-Manufacturing-Presta-Schraeder/dp/B000AO5ICG/ref=sr_1_8?dchild=1&keywords=presta+grommet&qid=1594570841&sr=8-8


Rubber
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-20, 10:06 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,133
Posted By 79pmooney

My first thought. I just approach this with care...

My first thought. I just approach this with care because I have never found a schraeder to presta bit in case I change my mind. (Just like I still don't have that saw to cut 2X4s longer.)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-20, 09:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,133
Posted By scarlson

I often like using Schrader rims with a grommet...

I often like using Schrader rims with a grommet to presta to avoid this problem. The grommet takes all the abuse the rim can dish out and the tube stays perfect. Cheap or old tubes will still pull...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-20, 09:01 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,133
Posted By trailangel

If you want both shrader, drill out the presta...

If you want both shrader, drill out the presta valve hole.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-20, 08:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,133
Posted By jackbombay

That one would irk me too! On a fresh...

That one would irk me too!

On a fresh build I would ride to the LBS and buy another tube :-)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-20, 03:18 PM
Replies: 339
Views: 159,817
Posted By ExPatTyke

Just as an update to this I've had the Ultrasport...

Just as an update to this I've had the Ultrasport 3 tyres fitted for a week now.

They roll as well as the Ultrasport 2 tyres, look good on the bike, and grip in the wet and dry is just as good....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-07-20, 12:59 AM
Replies: 206
Views: 28,341
Posted By Melvang

I can almost guarantee you that if your chain...

I can almost guarantee you that if your chain unexpectedly comes off or breaks in the middle of a power stroke of a sprint, you are going down to the ground. Clipless or platforms won't help either...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-06-20, 10:07 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 28,341
Posted By Ironfish653

I’ve heard hair shirts get really itchy when they...

I’ve heard hair shirts get really itchy when they get wet, too. Care to elaborate?

Seriously; it’s a tool. It only works if you know how to use it, and then only if you actually do. (use it)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-06-20, 09:50 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 28,341
Posted By 79pmooney

1950s? If it's never been done, it wouldn't...

1950s? If it's never been done, it wouldn't surprise me. Look at the photos of Major Taylor. He was riding toeclips, straps and slotted cleats 120 years ago. Plus those early Tour de France...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-06-20, 06:58 PM
Replies: 206
Views: 28,341
Posted By Miele Man

I tried clipless MTB pedals but fell over a...

I tried clipless MTB pedals but fell over a number of times after panic stopping. I went back to toe-clips and straps. I don't tighten the straps when riding in heavy traffic.I also have and like the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-20, 02:10 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,128,262
Posted By ryansu

Nice 410 casanewt . I had a 420 that I sold last...

Nice 410 casanewt . I had a 420 that I sold last fall but did like how it rode, but since I had just lucked into a 1987 520 with a Reynolds 531 frame I let the 420 go, I really like how the 520 rides...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-20, 04:57 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,128,262
Posted By casanewt

So, due to my crazy addiction of scouring...

So, due to my crazy addiction of scouring Craigslist and FB Marketplace over the last couple of years for awesome deals, I have gathered quite a collection of Eighties touring bikes in my frame size...
Forum: Introductions
06-20-20, 02:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 634
Posted By lucky92

Good luck in your second chance :)

Good luck in your second chance :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-20, 12:11 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,128,262
Posted By DQRider

My Sequoia 650b Conversion

This is one of my most comfortable and sweet-riding bikes:

https://i.imgur.com/Zjlb6NF.png
I guess I hadn't really thought about it as a touring bike - All my bikes are touring bikes the way I...
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