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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-21, 11:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,360
Posted By polymorphself

That thing is awesome.

That thing is awesome.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-21, 02:33 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 18,079
Posted By homelessjoe

joke

LITTLE JOHNNY ; Mom when I grow up I want to be a bicycle racer.

MOTHER ; Oh you silly boy you know you cant do both !
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-27-21, 03:53 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 18,079
Posted By P!N20

So erogenous zones then?

So erogenous zones then?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-21, 10:20 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 18,079
Posted By gugie

A great oxymoron

A great oxymoron
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-21, 06:29 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 18,079
Posted By bikingshearer

As iab says, Cat 5 is the entry level/gateway...

As iab says, Cat 5 is the entry level/gateway drug to organized, officially sanctioned racing. If you have never experienced road rash before, Cat 5 is where you learn all about it. Think of a Cat 5...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-21, 09:13 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 18,079
Posted By Rocket-Sauce

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-21, 03:27 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 18,079
Posted By tgot

JRO - Just riding along. Used to explains how the...

JRO - Just riding along. Used to explains how the damage or catastrophic failure of a bike part could in no way, no possible way, be due to anything the rider might have been attempting.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-21, 12:25 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 18,079
Posted By iab

And after 15 years on this site, I still don't...

And after 15 years on this site, I still don't know what that means.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-21, 04:51 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 18,079
Posted By jdawginsc

Perfectimundo!

Perfectimundo!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-21, 03:33 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 18,079
Posted By southpawboston

I've been away from C&V for a while (as I've...

I've been away from C&V for a while (as I've becomevmore C&V myself) so the lingo may have evolved but I'll take a stab-- To 'drew' is to grind off unused frame features and braze-ons, e.g., shifter...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-21, 03:07 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 18,079
Posted By jdawginsc

The Bent fork picture...

The Bent fork picture...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-19-21, 10:38 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,270
Posted By rydabent

That is why I say Idle back and just enjoy...

That is why I say Idle back and just enjoy cycling!!!! There are thousands faster than you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-12-21, 07:33 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,927
Posted By semroc

Put the paper sign on the carbon thing. And ride...

Put the paper sign on the carbon thing. And ride home on the Bridgestone.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-11-21, 05:39 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,966
Posted By catlips

YouTube was buying

I wangled a VIP invitation to a presidential primary debate years ago that was hosted by YouTube and CNN. This was an "it's all who you know" thing. It included an invitation to a nice after party....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-11-21, 03:53 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,126,075
Posted By ridelikeaturtle

1998 Trek Y11, repainted in "Estoril Blue", a...

1998 Trek Y11, repainted in "Estoril Blue", a huge improvement on the original yellow/red combination. I'm waiting on a new set of tyres for pavement, as I'll only be on city streets. I'm also...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-21, 07:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,683
Posted By thook

it's surely a nice thing when you have a skill...

it's surely a nice thing when you have a skill and passion you can brighten someone's day with :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-10-21, 07:14 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,683
Posted By Kabuki12

That really is a great story. It is very...

That really is a great story. It is very rewarding to help someone out and this guy “gets it”. My mail carrier at my shop usually shows up about the time I am returning from my lunch ride. He noticed...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-08-21, 04:18 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,919
Posted By diphthong

ssshhhh...don't rub it in.

ssshhhh...don't rub it in.
Forum: Utility Cycling
01-08-21, 01:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,742
Posted By Velo Mule

Nice Hard Rock set up. I like the handle bars...

Nice Hard Rock set up. I like the handle bars with the added hand positions. I also like the seat cover. I had the same style when I was leaving my bike at the train station when commuting to NYC.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-21, 01:07 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 5,057
Posted By Spaghetti Legs

Is “buttshark” still a term?

Is “buttshark” still a term?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-21, 08:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,059
Posted By SJX426

Ditto

Ditto
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-07-21, 10:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,059
Posted By Het Volk

What condition? Are you interested in selling?

What condition? Are you interested in selling?
Forum: Commuting
01-07-21, 09:40 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,680
Posted By DeadGrandpa

If you are riding >15 miles per ride, I recommend...

If you are riding >15 miles per ride, I recommend that you get handlebars that give you more hand positions. Personally, I prefer butterfly (trekking) handlebars for pavement, and Jones H-bars for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-07-21, 04:21 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,966
Posted By Troul

dont remember it.

dont remember it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-07-21, 10:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,713
Posted By Deepcherry

Been playing with some other bits to get this...

Been playing with some other bits to get this bike right.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-07-21, 01:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,359
Posted By downtube42

The stages of a Flat Tire

The first stage is euphoria. "Wow, my bike is really rolling smooth, I don't feel any road buzz at all!"

The second stage is puzzlement. "Strange, the back of my bike feels a little bouncy. What...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-21, 11:11 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,319
Posted By Prowler

Other than Babe, the Blue Oxen, shown elsewhere,...

Other than Babe, the Blue Oxen, shown elsewhere, I suppose my frankenbike is my ugly bike. IIRC the f/f is a 1974 Gitane Gypsy Sport and the rest is from 26 other bikes and parts bins etc. It is...
Forum: Commuting
01-05-21, 10:41 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,942
Posted By RoadKill

Ah, so a bit of a custom job, You may have...

Ah, so a bit of a custom job, You may have inspired me to try fitting my rear rack on the front. Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-21, 07:16 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 8,022
Posted By clubman

Sorry OP, I've got a house and a garage and a...

Sorry OP, I've got a house and a garage and a large shed so I'm not in your predicament. I've been committing an insidious form of spousal abuse for many years by filling up every nook and cranny...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-21, 06:15 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 17,094
Posted By victorm

Couple crappy shots

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-03-21, 08:41 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,061
Posted By sd5782

What he said; tan and silver rims since bike is...

What he said; tan and silver rims since bike is vintage.
Forum: Commuting
01-02-21, 11:03 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,942
Posted By Pugs2xLove

https://images.craigslist.org/00P0P_a8gOO0UVDys_0C...

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Here's my new Winter ride - Jamis Commuter 1. It has lower Shimano gears but comes with a rear rack and fenders that I'm needing....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-02-21, 09:32 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,733
Posted By Toadmeister

With the exception of good chamois, I wear...

With the exception of good chamois, I wear general athletic clothes and not bicycling specific gear.

I do understand the need for some bike specific kit if your racing or maybe in some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-21, 08:09 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 17,094
Posted By victorm

Frame bag

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I found the frame bag on a bike that had been...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-21, 03:26 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,319
Posted By cocoabeachcrab

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-21, 02:43 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,319
Posted By BradH

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Ugly but useful. My 1989 Rockhopper Comp. $9.88 from a Goodwill. First I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-21, 02:22 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,319
Posted By cocoabeachcrab

my grand daughter bequeathed me her wrecked...

my grand daughter bequeathed me her wrecked Walmart Mongoose when she went and got all grown up and got a car. I took the carcass to the dump, but the bug bit me before i could pitch it, and this is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-21, 09:18 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,319
Posted By OldsCOOL

My ugly bike is another example of an abused MTB....

My ugly bike is another example of an abused MTB. This is my winter rider for conditioning here in Michigan north of the 45th. 1989 Trek 830, “C’antelope”.

...
Forum: Commuting
01-01-21, 10:09 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,182
Posted By billridesbikes

How is that road going to feel in the dark after...

How is that road going to feel in the dark after a long work day with your bike loaded with crap or in the rain? Do a dry run or two to see how you feel. I had a hilly commute, some paved and some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-21, 08:56 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,319
Posted By notenoughdaylig

ugly? Well, there's definitely a lot going on....

ugly? Well, there's definitely a lot going on. But that fork, I've never seen a suspension fork with stanchions and curved legs
Forum: Commuting
01-01-21, 08:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,182
Posted By MAK

I highly suggest that you do a practice run on a...

I highly suggest that you do a practice run on a weekend before you try the ride on a workday. If there's a 1300 foot climb, the real question is how steep parts of the climb are. One of my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-21, 05:33 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 6,319
Posted By jamesdak

This this is butt ugly! Replaced my too small...

This this is butt ugly! Replaced my too small english 3 speed and the Orbea Cabestany set up for gravel this this beast. What ever this beast it. Found it locally for next to nothing and it was a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-31-20, 10:01 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,187
Posted By wolfchild

Full fenders, bell, lights, flat repair kit and a...

Full fenders, bell, lights, flat repair kit and a good quality mini pump.
Forum: Living Car Free
12-31-20, 01:57 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 31,128
Posted By Ekdog

I turn up at job interviews with my folded...

I turn up at job interviews with my folded Brompton and walk right in with it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-30-20, 08:01 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 5,187
Posted By rosefarts

Custom headset cap with the name of your enemies...

Custom headset cap with the name of your enemies on it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-30-20, 05:36 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,128
Posted By Wileyrat

Post in the 50+ forum, and don’t sweat the little...

Post in the 50+ forum, and don’t sweat the little details.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-27-20, 03:01 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 5,774
Posted By 70sSanO

I ride 90’s steel mtb’s. I’m not over or under,...

I ride 90’s steel mtb’s. I’m not over or under, more in the un-biked category.

John
Forum: Commuting
12-26-20, 01:58 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,378,942
Posted By Germany_chris

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-25-20, 08:22 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,585
Posted By Paul Barnard

This is the best basic safety read I have...

This is the best basic safety read I have encountered. After you have read it, let me know what you think.

https://bicyclesafe.com/
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-20, 07:16 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 14,076
Posted By top506

Showed this to my wife- ME: See? I don't...

Showed this to my wife-

ME: See? I don't have a problem!

WIFE: But you have that many bikes in the barn.

ME:I do Not!

WIFE: Go count them.
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