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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 1,778
Views: 246,968
Posted By SoCaled

USS Carl Vinson - Port of Los Angeles Hard to...

USS Carl Vinson - Port of Los Angeles
Hard to see in my lousy photos but crew were lined up across the whole deck/rail of the ship the from as far out as we could see them all the way into port....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 10:55 AM
Replies: 8,829
Views: 1,145,868
Posted By juvela

----- Viva Ginissimo! :thumb: ...

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Viva Ginissimo! :thumb:


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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 216
Posted By rsbob

In my experience, there is a certain resistance...

In my experience, there is a certain resistance and hostility toward “mansplaining”. I used to be an offender but have learned to keep my advice to myself and let her experience be her teacher. My...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 8,829
Views: 1,145,868
Posted By Strawbunyan

if the USPS did not ship this for free they...

if the USPS did not ship this for free they really dropped the ball and should be ashamed of themselves.
even better story if it came Fed-ex :lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 10:45 AM
Replies: 8,829
Views: 1,145,868
Posted By BertoBerg

Worthy exception!

Worthy exception!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 8,829
Views: 1,145,868
Posted By bark_eater

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/1716395818596801696609241225316_65d2e563d5ca393bfb8df89ad04dda99041f3781.jpg
There's a few exceptions to the I'm not collecting more...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 46
Posted By bboy314

The mechanic did something to fix an issue, and...

The mechanic did something to fix an issue, and you’re looking for advice from strangers on the internet, who aren’t looking at your bike, to verify your work? Seems like a way to give yourself...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 3,051
Views: 69,956
Posted By Eric F

While driving up and down the length of CA for my...

While driving up and down the length of CA for my kid's sport, at a gas station convenience store in the Harris Ranch area, I picked up a jar of Harris Ranch Roasting & Grilling Seasoning, just out...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-22-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 27,213
Views: 3,194,147
Posted By bharrisonb

Nice ride from Gloucester to West Beach, Beverly...

Nice ride from Gloucester to West Beach, Beverly Farms, Mass ...
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 46
Posted By FBinNY

I don't have enough info to judge whether it...

I don't have enough info to judge whether it makes sense or not.

However, it wasn't working before and is now, so that's s solid clue.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 216
Posted By wheelreason

Have the shirtless pool boy suggest she shift to...

Have the shirtless pool boy suggest she shift to her smallest gear before the hill, they you will know the issue for sure....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 09:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 116
Posted By Aubergine

I love tubulars also but again, not for your use.

I love tubulars also but again, not for your use.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 334
Posted By mihlbach

I have been using TPU tubes for years and have...

I have been using TPU tubes for years and have even converted a number of friends. I find them completely dependable, however they are not fool proof. If you treat them like heavy thick butyl tubes,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 357
Posted By Smaug1

One of my eBikes is just such a bike; it can do a...

One of my eBikes is just such a bike; it can do a little bit of everything....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 105
Posted By pdlamb

The problem with counterfeits is you don't know...

The problem with counterfeits is you don't know if it matters until you know that it matters. Take your cone wrench for example. The real, name-brand tool (it's not just Park, could be Var, Pedro's...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-22-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 107
Posted By 2old

The best advice I've had is to have the bar...

The best advice I've had is to have the bar length just wide enough to have your elbows slightly bent when everything else feels comfortable. Probably ride a few times as suggested above and if you...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-22-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,536
Posted By bblair

That is called "The Big Ring Challenge." ...

That is called "The Big Ring Challenge."

Best attempted when with a group. Nobody will care when you tell your story later, but your mates will be impressed at the time.

I would also like to...
Forum: Introductions
05-22-24, 08:22 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 13
Posted By chrispope248

Hi from the UK

Hi Ya I live in Norfolk UK , in the Thetford Forest Area plenty of off road paths for my mountain bike and plenty quiet lanes also for the road bike.:speedy:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 08:20 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 2,794
Posted By RustyJames

See my post, #49. If there is a large gap...

See my post, #49.

If there is a large gap from the year of the frame to the year of the components on it, it is no longer vintage. I could slap electronic shifting on my 1960 Legnano and it would...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-22-24, 07:57 AM
Replies: 27,213
Views: 3,194,147
Posted By BTinNYC

It's another day of beautiful weather, so I'm...

It's another day of beautiful weather, so I'm pulling the kit out of the dryer, grabbing sunscreen, topping off the charge on all da wittle batteries, filling bottles, making a PB&J, and heading out!
Forum: Southern California
05-22-24, 07:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 320
Posted By 2seven0

2 websites- although I'm sure others exist- I use...

2 websites- although I'm sure others exist- I use to get wind & temp forecasts for riding (and surfing):

www.windfinder.com
www.windy.com

West
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 07:21 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,240
Posted By jdawginsc

If you aren’t following a business model (and I...

If you aren’t following a business model (and I certainly am not...), I just look at it as dead money mostly. Anything I get replenishes my fundage. Plus it’s gone and rehomed in a better place.

i...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 07:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 89
Posted By bruce19

Doing a Comparo of my road bikes

Background: I am 78 yrs old and we are trying to house break two Berrnadoodle puppies so I don't have a lot of time to ride. It's also the start of my season and I don't have fitness. I kept going...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 07:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 216
Posted By bargainguy

Looks like she is a stronger walker, and you are...

Looks like she is a stronger walker, and you are a stronger climber.

If there is even a sniff of impatience while you're waiting at the top of the hill, put a fork in it, you're done.

Now Ms....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 06:57 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 216
Posted By Craptacular8

Not from the driftless area, but imagine you've...

Not from the driftless area, but imagine you've got some punchy climbs. I'm in the flatlands of western MN. Anyway, just my perspective. I know there are climbs I've pushed up where I had a bunch...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 06:46 AM
Replies: 3,051
Views: 69,956
Posted By indyfabz

It’s an animal rescue farm in S. Jersey where I...

It’s an animal rescue farm in S. Jersey where I volunteer. Last time I was there I spent 3 hrs. cleaning up llama and pony poop. Big fun.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 06:42 AM
Replies: 3,051
Views: 69,956
Posted By Deal4Fuji

willingly or .... ...

willingly or ....

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sHjBcgdAReI
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 06:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 77
Posted By shelbyfv

If it fits, yes. You will not notice a...

If it fits, yes. You will not notice a difference. Obviously you may need derailleur adjustment.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 06:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 77
Posted By bboy314

Q factor will affect how far apart your pedals...

Q factor will affect how far apart your pedals are spaced, not the drivetrain or chainline. So you’re fine with this change unless you can’t stand your feet being 1mm further apart.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 06:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 105
Posted By bboy314

The best way is to buy from a reputable seller.

The best way is to buy from a reputable seller.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 06:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 216
Posted By bboy314

My advice - if she enjoys riding, leave well...

My advice - if she enjoys riding, leave well enough alone, let her ride how she wants and be patient.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 06:31 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 2,993
Posted By shelbyfv

I'd like to see pics of the Ti bike with wooden...

I'd like to see pics of the Ti bike with wooden rims but without the accompanying attitude. Doesn't seem likely.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 06:31 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 2,993
Posted By genejockey

Well, you know, if all you wanted was commentary...

Well, you know, if all you wanted was commentary from people who had actually experienced wooden rims, this thread would have been comprised entirely of your initial post, followed by a "Anyone? ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 06:31 AM
Replies: 7,951
Views: 970,694
Posted By chrispope248

Hi Ya, I have a 1957 carpenter and a 1960s ish...

Hi Ya, I have a 1957 carpenter and a 1960s ish Duckett that I'm restoring
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 105
Posted By freeranger

Who did you buy from? If one of the popular,...

Who did you buy from? If one of the popular, recognized U.S. shops, unlikely to be counterfeit. If from an overseas, cheapo sites, might or might not be. You could go to Park Tools website and pay...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 06:13 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 216
Posted By Trakhak

I believe that there's a for-women-only section...

I believe that there's a for-women-only section of Bike Forums. I've always been curious about what topics get discussed there.

Maybe she would consider joining that forum. The very fact that Bike...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 06:08 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 2,993
Posted By eduskator

No one forces you to be on this forum. If you...

No one forces you to be on this forum. If you don't like it, you know what to do!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 06:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 214
Posted By Aardwolf

Yep, I use the bottom row of that chart quite a...

Yep, I use the bottom row of that chart quite a lot for working out which gears go together.

What it doesn't really show is the gear spacing.
Here's a chart I found on a UK forum - I've only ever...
Forum: Touring
05-22-24, 05:49 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 72
Posted By gauvins

For rider + luggage totalling 110kgs, 120m...

For rider + luggage totalling 110kgs, 120m elevation gain requires twice the energy of 5kms without elevation, according to this (http://bikecalculator.com/veloMetric.html)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 05:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 204
Posted By shelbyfv

So you didn't want opinions/advice from BF after...

So you didn't want opinions/advice from BF after all? :foo:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 05:19 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 214
Posted By pastorbobnlnh

I don't have much to add except these pointers: ...

I don't have much to add except these pointers:

A freewheel vise is very helpful. If you are not familiar with this tool, it is an aluminum devise which fits inside the threaded hub area of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 05:16 AM
Replies: 21,844
Views: 3,165,855
Posted By thinktubes

I love dams!

I love dams!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 05:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 270
Posted By indyfabz

+1. Who cares about the whole not wearing white...

+1. Who cares about the whole not wearing white before Memorial Day or after Labor Day convention? :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 04:21 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 195
Posted By HMJ

I'm feeling a bit slower than the last couple of...

I'm feeling a bit slower than the last couple of years myself. In my case, I'm very sure it isn't the bike :)

But based on what you briefly describe, it does sound like some basic maintenance is...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 04:08 AM
Replies: 486
Views: 159,656
Posted By Jughed

I posted this in the what do old men ride thread...

I posted this in the what do old men ride thread - sorry for doubling up...

2001 Zurich
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 04:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 214
Posted By ehcoplex

Perhaps only tangentially related to the subject...

Perhaps only tangentially related to the subject at hand, but adding this to the thread for future searchers, & because it's just visually cool!
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-22-24, 03:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 465
Posted By jdogg111

350 is high for a used liberte. Good bike tho....

350 is high for a used liberte. Good bike tho. Try craigslist, put in folding bikes, you may be surprised. On my liberte I added bmx style handlebars, which added 4 inches in height. If you need...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 01:09 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 2,794
Posted By Wildwood

I ride vintage as friction (only exception is 1...

I ride vintage as friction (only exception is 1 restomod)
I ride Campy 10 Ergo, both double and triple on steel/Ti/CF frames.
I ride a roadie ebike.
1959 the oldest, 2020 the newest.

My focus...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-22-24, 12:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 109
Posted By tds101

Ugh... Where's the link man?🤣 ...

Ugh... Where's the link man?🤣

https://youtu.be/yxDyVTsXV2w?si=XTo2vYYN7vNLK8xF


https://youtu.be/oJa6mXkIeZQ?si=IXuw2g07n_eXVRAD

It's pretty good, but I'd immediately upgrade the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-21-24, 11:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 123
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

"We increased our prices by 46%"

"We increased our prices by 46%"
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