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Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 921
Posted By indyfabz

Your posts are mine.

Your posts are mine.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 921
Posted By tomato coupe

You're an anti-woodite, aren't you?

You're an anti-woodite, aren't you?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 89
Posted By zandoval

Do note that adjusting and replacing brake pads...

Do note that adjusting and replacing brake pads can be tedious. Take your time. You will note that there are rounded and flat washers, long bolts, and caps that can be rearranged to provide you the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 89
Posted By spclark

If you're close enuf to a major (ACE, TrueValue)...

If you're close enuf to a major (ACE, TrueValue) hardware store you might have an alternate source of metric fasteners available. Hillmann is a major supplier to both retail outlets (and some others)...
Forum: Framebuilders
05-17-24, 06:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,296
Posted By unterhausen

I really don't think funded research is usually*...

I really don't think funded research is usually* an issue because most academic researchers are reasonably ethical, but it certainly makes me jealous if someone figures out how to work on bikes. I...
Forum: Touring
05-17-24, 06:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 822
Posted By robow

Ha Ha, had not heard that one before. I was on...

Ha Ha, had not heard that one before.
I was on an organized ride one time and saw this fellow with all this REI equipment, tent, sleeping bag, mattress, bike, etc. I just casually asked the fellow...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 43
Posted By slow rollin

short cage whatever's in the parts bin or local...

short cage whatever's in the parts bin or local bike co-op. That keeps it exciting.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 198
Posted By RH Clark

Make sure you have plenty of threads left to hold...

Make sure you have plenty of threads left to hold well after you add a washer. You can take the bolt to a hardware store and get a longer bolt if needed. Use some removeable thread locker on there or...
Forum: Touring
05-17-24, 06:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 104
Posted By Tourist in MSN

If you are 48 and a mason/brick layer, you have...

If you are 48 and a mason/brick layer, you have plenty of strength, but you might lack flexibility which could be why you are having sore legs.

There is a big difference between doing heavy...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 2,877
Views: 63,677
Posted By big john

By dumb luck I never had to wait in a long line...

By dumb luck I never had to wait in a long line for gas. I had a pick up truck that got good mileage and I didn't have a long commute so I would see an uncrowded station and fill up. Had that truck...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 05:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 89
Posted By Steve B.

I have luck finding metric 3-4-5-&6 mm stainless...

I have luck finding metric 3-4-5-&6 mm stainless hex head screws at my local Ace hardware.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 05:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 248
Posted By FBinNY

Yes and not necessarily. On integrated headsets,...

Yes and not necessarily. On integrated headsets, the clearance between top cap and headtube depends on the recess depth of the bearing and height of the centering cone when pressed.

I've seen...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 05:46 PM
Replies: 2,877
Views: 63,677
Posted By genejockey

#dougsdon'tjudge

#dougsdon'tjudge
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 05:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 373
Posted By steelbikeguy

I still have a few of my old bike catalogs, and...

I still have a few of my old bike catalogs, and the Cyclo-Pedia catalog has been a useful resource. It dates to the mid 70's, and shows both hooked and hookless clincher rims.
Of course, this was...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 921
Posted By genejockey

Yeah, I don't think you've come even close to...

Yeah, I don't think you've come even close to proving "vastly inferior". Carbon rims are notorious for poor braking in the wet, for example, and your contention that wood is heavier got blown out of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 05:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 89
Posted By FBinNY

The bike world mostly uses 2 threads on brakes....

The bike world mostly uses 2 threads on brakes. M6x1 on mounting bolts and brake shoes. And M5x.8 for cable pinch bolts.

The M5 is also common elsewhere; on derailleurs, fender eyes, etc.

BITD,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 89
Posted By PromptCritical

McMaster-Carr has an incredible selection of...

McMaster-Carr has an incredible selection of nuts, bolts and everything under the sun. They also list very detailed specifications about their products (strengths, tolerances, etc). Great site. One...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 515
Posted By philbob57

Thanks for the clarification. I did not mean to...

Thanks for the clarification. I did not mean to seem dismissive of other benefits.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 89
Posted By Paul_P

And while you're at it, you might want to replace...

And while you're at it, you might want to replace the Phillips head screws with stainless steel hex socket head cap screws which are turned with your Allen keys and won't strip out.
Someone here...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 05:21 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 424
Posted By PromptCritical

Thanks. I haven't ridden it yet, but I've sat on...

Thanks. I haven't ridden it yet, but I've sat on it and it is a great fit!

I really wanted to put my own bike together for a couple of reasons and it's been a lot of fun. All the parts are here,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 43
Posted By merlinextraligh

Huret jubilee. Lightest ever, and so minimal it’s...

Huret jubilee. Lightest ever, and so minimal it’s got to be aero:twitchy:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 05:00 PM
Replies: 2,877
Views: 63,677
Posted By terrymorse

I bought my Fleetwood when the first gas crisis...

I bought my Fleetwood when the first gas crisis was in full bloom. Remember even and odd days, lines of cars at the pumps? Such fun!

I drove it as little as possible.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 344
Posted By Caliwild

Thanks for the tips! Not very interested in...

Thanks for the tips! Not very interested in buying direct from China, but if that floats your boat, that's great. Different strokes for different folks...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-17-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 63
Posted By kayakindude

Well that was too good to be true. They followed...

Well that was too good to be true. They followed up and said it was a typo and the sale is $1099, but would honor folks who bought before they caught it.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 04:40 PM
Replies: 2,877
Views: 63,677
Posted By genejockey

You rang? ...

You rang?
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 89
Posted By ScottCommutes

Most of the stuff at Home Depot is home oriented....

Most of the stuff at Home Depot is home oriented. They really do not have a lot of even automotive hardware, and even less bike hardware. I kid you not. I would try asking your local bike shop.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 915
Posted By genejockey

I had a very typical American experience with...

I had a very typical American experience with cycling as a kid growing up - my parents bought me a bike for my 7th birthday, which was too big for a year or so, then the right size, then too small. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-17-24, 04:19 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 10,776
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Update: Modded the old derailleur. Shortened...

Update:
Modded the old derailleur. Shortened the cage by 1"
Result, just over 2" of clearance at its lowest point.

...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 2,877
Views: 63,677
Posted By seedsbelize2

Incorrect

Incorrect
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 587
Posted By wheelreason

I sell a lot of ceramic bearings, but none to...

I sell a lot of ceramic bearings, but none to people I care about...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 03:43 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 915
Posted By obrentharris

This thread needs more pictures. As a good...

This thread needs more pictures.

As a good atheist I refuse to worship at any of these altars:

1961 Allegro, period correct right down to the Regina freewheel and the domed Stronglight crank...
Forum: Touring
05-17-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 104
Posted By RH Clark

You are turning it into a race, slow down and...

You are turning it into a race, slow down and have some fun. Take time to smell the roses, maybe take a dip in a cool clear creek. You might do 100 miles in a day, or you might do 25. The point is to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 7,930
Views: 965,587
Posted By ascherer

I accept full responsibility.

I accept full responsibility.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-17-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 50
Posted By Mad Honk

Campy Victory BB FS

I have noticed that another member is selling a set of victory crank arms so anyone wanting to complete the set I have a Victory BB in English threading, 109 in length. It came in as part of a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 83
Posted By obrentharris

Fabulous! Your dedication to detail in all your...

Fabulous! Your dedication to detail in all your builds is inspirational.
Brent
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 03:09 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 921
Posted By MoAlpha

CFRP has been standard for racing sailboat hulls...

CFRP has been standard for racing sailboat hulls and rigs, large and small, for decades and is increasingly common in high-end powerboats. It is far superior to the glass composites and aluminum it...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 02:45 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 921
Posted By terrymorse

1. Racing sailboats don’t use massive motors. ...

1. Racing sailboats don’t use massive motors.
2. Racing catamarans don’t have “insane weight”.
3. Carbon fiber is used extensively on racing boats. The limiting factor for CF usually is cost,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 83
Posted By iab

1951 Maino

For my 8 regular readers, in case you missed it, I finished the bike. All started here - https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1264506-i-bought-dropouts-seconda-parte.html

Well, 99%...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 915
Posted By Steel Charlie

There used to be a speed shop in Bellflower and...

There used to be a speed shop in Bellflower and on the back of their t-shirt it said

Anyone Can Restore An Antique

It Takes a Real Man To Cut One Up
Forum: Introductions
05-17-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 46
Posted By Cyclescene

New to the forum and vintage minded

Hi,

I recently picked up an older Pinarello and I am just getting back into riding after a 10+ year hiatus. In my 50's and loving my new to me older steel framed bike! I will post a thread in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 02:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 506
Posted By AdventureManCO

I have lots of questions, with the first one...

I have lots of questions, with the first one being: do you have your therapist on speed dial?:D

Lots of conundrums with these things. I find it an absolute joy that most Huffys have no qualms...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 2,877
Views: 63,677
Posted By Caliwild

Interesting! Mine was an 8 cylinder (purchased...

Interesting! Mine was an 8 cylinder (purchased in Canada). Ran like a champ for almost 14 years.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 7,930
Views: 965,587
Posted By jdawginsc

Blasphemous Raleigh Phase 2.5

Phase 1: Purchase and decision to keep. Toughest phase... ascherer convinced me
Phase 2: Planning and stripping for paint.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 2,877
Views: 63,677
Posted By big john

My first car was a 1964 Galaxie which looked like...

My first car was a 1964 Galaxie which looked like this except for the rear wheel skirts. It was $850 at a dealer and I financed $500 of it for a year. I saved the other $300+ by washing dishes in a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,713
Posted By genejockey

Since I had put the headset and fork on, I...

Since I had put the headset and fork on, I borrowed a set of wheels with tires on them to do some measurements and work out things like what length of stem I'll need. If I measured and calculated...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 915
Posted By iab

For clarity, and adding my .02 :), Vintage...

For clarity, and adding my .02 :), Vintage Aesthetic not only includes how the bike looks, but also encompasses the user experience. The bottom line is modern components outperform their vintage...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 354
Posted By non-fixie

Ahhhh! That color brings back memories. As a...

Ahhhh! That color brings back memories. As a 17-year old I rode one of these in that very same metallic pink color. A 50cc Tomos 4L. Tuned to a max speed of about 45 mph, which was all the flimsy...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-17-24, 01:41 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 2,909
Posted By Steve B.

First ride today with the Varia 715. It’s as...

First ride today with the Varia 715. It’s as described, a game changer for situational awareness. I suspect my 1040 audible alerts are too faint for my deaf ears, I could hear the audible on my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-24, 01:36 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 4,695
Posted By Wileyrat

Since you’re locked into this one, I hope it...

Since you’re locked into this one, I hope it works out.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-17-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 171
Posted By Iride01

Besides me telling it to other's. I've been...

Besides me telling it to other's. I've been telling myself for a while that I need to join a gym. Planet Fitness is the one that is most convenient to me. I still haven't taken time to go down...
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