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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 629
Posted By shelbyfv

Check the A&S section for more food for thought. ...

Check the A&S section for more food for thought. You are riding in about as safe an environment as can be found beyond circling your neighborhood. This apparently causes you too much anxiety to be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 03:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 629
Posted By 50PlusCycling

Nothing is safe, and lack of exercise is probably...

Nothing is safe, and lack of exercise is probably more of a risk to your health than getting into a crash on a bike trail. I’ve been playing dodge’m with motor vehicles and other cyclists for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-28-24, 02:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 215
Posted By Moe Zhoost

Put a spacer in. It will look just fine and...

Put a spacer in. It will look just fine and no-one but you will notice.

Another thought: did you use the correct bearing balls. Some Campy headsets used 5/32" while some used 3/16". The...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-28-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 27,139
Views: 3,132,845
Posted By essiemyra

Another day I was able to get out early at 8:30...

Another day I was able to get out early at 8:30 am and ride.
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It was a just get...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-28-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 130
Posted By Iride01

I'm sure AI will be happy to regurgitate the...

I'm sure AI will be happy to regurgitate the popular dogma just like many others do.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-28-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,296
Posted By Carbonfiberboy

Agree with the above. Weirdly enough, cycling is...

Agree with the above. Weirdly enough, cycling is all about riding hills. I would say that most folks who come to cycling avoid hills at all costs, well, because hills are obviously hard to ride up....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 417
Posted By Eric F

This ^^^ As others have also noted, it could...

This ^^^

As others have also noted, it could be a combination of things, including bent chainring or cog teeth, but the fact that it's related to going over a bump makes chain tension a most...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-24, 04:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 417
Posted By Troul

might have too much chain slack

might have too much chain slack
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-26-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 5,227
Posted By PromptCritical

Much less expensive to get medical advice from...

Much less expensive to get medical advice from the internet than seeing a licensed doctor.:rolleyes:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 05:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 820
Posted By BTinNYC

Hot descents, jogging godesses, and close...

Hot descents, jogging godesses, and close encounters of the vehicle kind get memories. Everything else goes out the window along with the verbal honey-do's.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,131
Posted By Rick_D

Now that it's spring, the vast majority of...

Now that it's spring, the vast majority of cyclists are folks who are not enthusiasts, having extracted their bikes from the back of the garage for the first time since September and finally locating...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-25-24, 06:24 AM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 992,652
Posted By Jughed

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-23-24, 04:09 PM
Replies: 27,139
Views: 3,132,845
Posted By essiemyra

I left the house at 8:45 this morning to ride to...

I left the house at 8:45 this morning to ride to the senior center. Where I spent the day playing cards. At 3 o’clock I left the Senior Center with my eight dollars in winnings,, and rode my bike...
Forum: Commuting
04-23-24, 01:47 PM
Replies: 1,689
Views: 345,989
Posted By I-Like-To-Bike

Would work well as a speed screwdriver, too.

Would work well as a speed screwdriver, too.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-22-24, 10:25 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,296
Posted By pepperbelly

I will be out tomorrow, wind or no wind.

I will be out tomorrow, wind or no wind.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-22-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 27,139
Views: 3,132,845
Posted By essiemyra

Another day with a late start, I was able to get...

Another day with a late start, I was able to get out at 11:00 am after my husband’s doctor appointment. I got 20 miles in and that was enough for today. The sky was clear and busy with busy winds...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,131
Posted By Rick_D

Our rental bike fleet (think Jump Bike, Lime)...

Our rental bike fleet (think Jump Bike, Lime) have vanished, leaving a cloud of rental e-scooters behind. I suspect the common perception of an e-bike is one of those, ridden by tourists and Friday...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 796
Posted By Kontact

Hopefully the OP will actually look for hex...

Hopefully the OP will actually look for hex engagement deeper in the bolt before trying this.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 796
Posted By Kontact

Sure. Which is why I suggested that the allen...

Sure. Which is why I suggested that the allen wrench might need to be inserted further, possibly using some force.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 02:19 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,947
Posted By ScottCommutes

Excellent post. I understand how it can be hard...

Excellent post. I understand how it can be hard to find a bike that works for you at 6' 4" tall. See what others say, but my hunch would be to replace the rear cassette and resize chain only. May...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 796
Posted By Kontact

It looks like the outer 1/8" of hex has been...

It looks like the outer 1/8" of hex has been rounded off. Have you actually pushed (or hammered) an allen wrench at least 1/2" in to make sure there isn't still engagement? I'd try that first.

If...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-24, 12:34 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,259
Posted By KCT1986

Something to double check is if the RD is...

Something to double check is if the RD is installed correctly. The attachment of the bracket axle unit (the upper link) to the frame's hanger looks a little more vertical than common. And also the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,259
Posted By urbanknight

I don't understand all these "mtb gears" and "too...

I don't understand all these "mtb gears" and "too short" comments. According to Shimano's website, the R8000 medium cage should handle up to a 34t cog with a chainwrap of up to 39. The OP's setup has...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,131
Posted By MikeDeason

No Ebike thanks. I commute and recreational light...

No Ebike thanks. I commute and recreational light trail weekends for fitness. I sit in my azz all day at work.

this bike is going to motivate me to do more pumping, not less
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-18-24, 02:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 914
Posted By indyfabz

In some cases, reading certain threads BF is like...

In some cases, reading certain threads BF is like watching "Cops". It makes me realize that my life could be a lot worse. :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 07:14 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,131
Posted By shelbyfv

Don't second guess yourself. The deal is done...

Don't second guess yourself. The deal is done and you'll have a nice bike. Kudos for actually making a decision.:thumb: There are goofs here who ask about dozens of bikes a year, can't get off the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 04:53 AM
Replies: 1,372
Views: 70,585
Posted By eduskator

I've been using Ultegra chains with no issues so...

I've been using Ultegra chains with no issues so far, but I do 300kms (185mi) rewax intervals however.

There are more components (the rollers if I am not mistaken) treated with Sil-Tec on DA...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-17-24, 07:18 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,268
Posted By pepperbelly

I went from 305 to 227 last year from the first...

I went from 305 to 227 last year from the first of February to the first of September by trying to keep my carb intake to under 20 per day. My weight loss flattened off and I actually gained some...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-17-24, 05:09 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,268
Posted By pepperbelly

Slower pace? I’m 65, overweight and out of shape....

Slower pace? I’m 65, overweight and out of shape. Basically I’m a sloth!😄
I am going to add carbs an hour or so before riding but I want to do good carbs. I have had several people mention oatmeal.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-17-24, 02:00 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,770
Posted By pepperbelly

Rode 12 miles today with my original saddle...

Rode 12 miles today with my original saddle mounted. I still need to tweak it a little but it’s close to being adjusted. I mounted it with about a half bubble nose up using a 6” torpedo level.
My...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 1,372
Views: 70,585
Posted By eduskator

Wax it at the right intervals and you should get...

Wax it at the right intervals and you should get anywhere between 6000mi to 9000mi from a single chain!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-17-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 481,201
Posted By tomato coupe

That is the only reasonable course of action....

That is the only reasonable course of action. This is not about an exchange of information, or even people expressing their opinions -- it's about one person arguing an untenable position because...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,131
Posted By Rick_D

Ah, didn't catch that's what it was. Holy...

Ah, didn't catch that's what it was.

Holy moly those are heavy! An option is the Ultimate Vybe @ 424g, versus 750g. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 09:48 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,131
Posted By wheelreason

I'm in the no suspension on anything other than a...

I'm in the no suspension on anything other than a dedicated offroad bike club.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,131
Posted By KerryIrons

Suspension is for big hits. Wide tires with...

Suspension is for big hits. Wide tires with supple casings at lower pressures are for comfort on cracked pavement and gravel.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,131
Posted By slow rollin

Suspension forks are best suited to off road. The...

Suspension forks are best suited to off road. The fox probably has a lockout lever so you can turn it into a ridgid fork, but then it's still 800g of extra weight and eventual maintenance. The only...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-16-24, 06:21 PM
Replies: 1,372
Views: 70,585
Posted By jadmt

my last ultegra chain using rocknroll gold lasted...

my last ultegra chain using rocknroll gold lasted 1800 miles that was the chain that came on my bike. I just went over 3000 miles on my silca hot waxed ultegra chain purchased at rei. there is not...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-16-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 27,139
Views: 3,132,845
Posted By essiemyra

I got out on the road this morning at 8:15 am for...

I got out on the road this morning at 8:15 am for a 21 mile ride. The temp out the door was 48 degrees so gloves and an ear warmer were needed. The sky was blue and mostly cloudless but the wind. I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-16-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 27,139
Views: 3,132,845
Posted By pepperbelly

12 mile ride around a local lake. The bushes...

12 mile ride around a local
lake. The bushes are starting seed or whatever they do. I have loved that smell since I was a kid. I love spring!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-16-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 992,652
Posted By ascherer

Bottom row center is one of my wife's bikes. The...

Bottom row center is one of my wife's bikes. The rest are my regular riders, in the "grab-and-go" racks in the garage.
Top: Falcon, Paramount, Mercian
Bottom: PX10, Mrs. ascherer's Motobecane,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-16-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 168
Views: 9,881
Posted By rsbob

Have for the first time committed to a workout...

Have for the first time committed to a workout plan. Basically it’s 3 days of 2 hour zone 2, 1 day of intervals and 2 days of rest. The rest days come after intervals and between the second and...
Forum: Commuting
04-16-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 540
Posted By BobbyG

Of course the perfect response in a church...

Of course the perfect response in a church parking lot would be "Judge not lest you be judged."
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-16-24, 04:14 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,770
Posted By Jughed

All this bike fit advice is great... But...

All this bike fit advice is great...

But remember - you are a new rider and road bikes are not inherently comfortable machines. Bikes in general are not very comfortable...

Even with a pro top...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-24, 09:35 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,770
Posted By pepperbelly

I forgot that I replaced my original saddle with...

I forgot that I replaced my original saddle with this Cobb because my butt was hurting when I first started riding. I got it set pretty well then decided to install my original Specialized saddle...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 9,881
Posted By JeffAP60

What amazes me is that old people are the same...

What amazes me is that old people are the same age as me lol

I'm 63 years young and up until about a year ago I was in pretty poor shape. I had to do something, I started walking, that led to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 27,139
Views: 3,132,845
Posted By BTinNYC

The local loop ...

The local loop
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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,770
Posted By pepperbelly

I went in my garage just now and made 2...

I went in my garage just now and made 2 adjustments.
When I checked my seat with a torpedo level it was nose down. I adjusted it to level. I can fine tune it from there.
I also rotated the bars...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 649
Posted By Trakhak

Or not. I'm 72, use drops and aero bars happily...

Or not. I'm 72, use drops and aero bars happily for many hours per ride, and have never stretched or done core work. I always wonder why people think those exercises are necessary. Maybe if you don't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 649
Posted By KerryIrons

Try stretching and core strengthening. I'm much...

Try stretching and core strengthening. I'm much older than you and that setup induces no fear in me.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-24, 10:35 AM
Replies: 27,139
Views: 3,132,845
Posted By essiemyra

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