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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,527
Posted By Aubergine

Yes, the two adjustable cups had different thread...

Yes, the two adjustable cups had different thread depths, but the actual races were at about the same depth.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 2
Posted By Epilogue4573

Peugeot Ue8m

I recently received a Peugeot UE8M as a gift and I'm considering either restoring it to a clean, running state or converting it into a fixie. I already have a daily driver (Riverside Touring 920) and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 642
Posted By martl

there is an easy test for that: if it rides...

there is an easy test for that: if it rides really badly, it is a true italian boutique brand early MTB :D

1987:
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 372
Posted By Hondo6

Um, maybe paying a substantial price difference...

Um, maybe paying a substantial price difference to get a miniscule gain that is likely not even noticeable and might not be even readily measurable?

For non-cartridge bearings (the classic "cup...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 795
Posted By easyupbug

Do a search "bar and chain lube" and lots come up...

Do a search "bar and chain lube" and lots come up over the years like this one "https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/929173-homebrew-diy-chain-lube-users-storage-application.html".
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 08:17 AM
Replies: 9,092
Views: 3,161,027
Posted By georges1

Nice bike :thumb:

Nice bike :thumb:
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-17-24, 08:09 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 6,103
Posted By PeteHski

Not that often in the big picture. Basically...

Not that often in the big picture. Basically only when riding at full race pace. I typically do half a dozen endurance events per year, which are mostly timed centuries on hilly or mountainous...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-17-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 96
Posted By PromptCritical

As I've gotten older, I've lost flexibility and...

As I've gotten older, I've lost flexibility and the bike I rode in college doesn't fit any longer. I tried adjusting the fit myself and made some progress, but it wasn't great. I had a professional...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-17-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,467
Posted By Rooney

Still available

Still available
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 90
Posted By PromptCritical

Thanks! One of the beauties of buying from...

Thanks! One of the beauties of buying from Amazon. Back they go!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 90
Posted By MilhouseJ

MicroNEW is a knockoff of MicroSHIFT, and the...

MicroNEW is a knockoff of MicroSHIFT, and the components are of inferior quality. DO NOT be persuaded by the lower price point.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 07:39 AM
Replies: 2,844
Views: 62,977
Posted By abshipp

Got lucky with this ride find yesterday! ...

Got lucky with this ride find yesterday!

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 07:37 AM
Replies: 9,092
Views: 3,161,027
Posted By victorm

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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My 91 Axis ready to shred👊🏼
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 2,844
Views: 62,977
Posted By seedsbelize2

Nine. On the same stretch of trail where I saw...

Nine.
On the same stretch of trail where I saw the peccary, today I saw a collared forest falcon. A first. I hear them occasionally. They are rarely seen. Their call is (almost?) exactly the same as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 07:31 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,527
Posted By RustyPeugeot

Mechanically I am thinking that deeper adjustable...

Mechanically I am thinking that deeper adjustable cup didn't resolve the problem. The deeper cup will screw in until the bearings contact the axle. The shallower adjustable cup would screw in and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 243
Posted By PromptCritical

Great - thank you - I'll read it! Thanks for...

Great - thank you - I'll read it!

Thanks for the complement, and I do have a lot of experience but it is dated. All pre-carbon.

Update: After just a couple minutes of browsing, I can say this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 243
Posted By L134

From your stated experience and the list of your...

From your stated experience and the list of your bikes I would think you are the best one to answer your own questions. I should think your best bet for expanding your own knowledge would be to read...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-17-24, 07:11 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 29
Posted By kayakindude

Rad plus

For those interested Rover 6 high step is $999 through Memorial Day. IMHO that's an awesome deal! I rode my daughters electrek the other day to grab her car at the repair shop and for the same price...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 07:09 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 60
Posted By shelbyfv

It's a cool tradition! Unfortunately it requires...

It's a cool tradition! Unfortunately it requires more commitment each year.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 06:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 243
Posted By brandonk

I'll have to join that group. I did end up going...

I'll have to join that group. I did end up going back and purchasing for $200 but won't be able to pick it up for another week at the end of the cool down period. I like the current build on it but...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-17-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 63
Posted By shelbyfv

Very nice spec for $1500. full GRX 11 speed. ...

Very nice spec for $1500. full GRX 11 speed. Don't know how you could go wrong.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 06:33 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 44
Posted By SpeedofLite

Road Test/Bike Review (1991) TREK 930 (mtb)

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1420x2000/bicycle_guide_mar_1991_road_test_trek_930_mtb_p78_75p_8954aca4a8125d6cb172d0537c71592f05d0e5ec.jpg
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 4,391
Posted By Maelochs

Maybe it is because the entire frame is designed...

Maybe it is because the entire frame is designed to work as a unit, and is designed to bear specific loads at specific locations ... and the chainstays are Not designed for localized stress mid-tube...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 21,820
Views: 3,152,914
Posted By rccardr

Continuing to tootle around on the decked-out...

Continuing to tootle around on the decked-out Davidson, getting ready for a weeklong tour in June.
After days and days of rain, finally a hot & sunny one yesterday that turned things rather humid...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-17-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 756
Posted By Koyote

Races will often have different distances, and...

Races will often have different distances, and their routes intersect and/or overlap. Last weekend I rode a 100-mile gravel race...For about the last fifteen miles, we were passing riders who had...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 06:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 268
Posted By thinktubes

Wheelbase could also be a factor

Wheelbase could also be a factor
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 06:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 339
Posted By thinktubes

The lava lap is a nice touch

The lava lap is a nice touch
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 06:08 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 608
Posted By MilhouseJ

How about "discarding unnecessary organic...

How about "discarding unnecessary organic matter?"😁
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 06:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 200
Posted By dedhed

https://youtu.be/hlfXmN7C5TY

https://youtu.be/hlfXmN7C5TY
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 06:05 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,527
Posted By markk900

One of the “joys” of old bikes is never knowing...

One of the “joys” of old bikes is never knowing all the details. I was not aware there were such different sized adjustable cups! For posterity can you measure the two and post the results so...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 05:59 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 90
Posted By freeranger

I have NOT used any MicroNew components, but my...

I have NOT used any MicroNew components, but my wife's road bike (3x9) currently has a Microshift front derailleur and it works just fine. From what I have read, they are not the same company-...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-24, 05:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 60
Posted By noimagination

Birthday Ride

For my 60th Bday this past Monday, I wanted to "ride my age".

For those of you in the NYC suburban area, I rode from just North of the NJ border in Rockland, up Strawtown/Sickletown (the eagles...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-24, 05:52 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 4,391
Posted By PeteHski

Yep, your cheap aluminium hybrid is probably a...

Yep, your cheap aluminium hybrid is probably a better choice for use with a kickstand. A bit like using a tow hitch is better on an old truck rather than a supercar.

So what have you finally...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-24, 04:58 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 343
Posted By PeteHski

Well said. I would wager that most of the...

Well said.

I would wager that most of the clowns who ridicule indoor training don’t actually ride more outdoors anyway. All the strongest outdoor riders I know also ride indoors too. They are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 3,840
Posted By daverup

My thought is that you should keep the AD on the...

My thought is that you should keep the AD on the tires you have now. You've written about the feel of the bike and the way it moves. Should you go wider, I think it will lose some of that.
Should...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-24, 04:49 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 687
Posted By bboy314

When will AI be advanced enough to avoid zombie...

When will AI be advanced enough to avoid zombie threads?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-24, 04:32 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 343
Posted By Jughed

OK, for the last time - TRAINING. And yes, its...

OK, for the last time - TRAINING. And yes, its the best place to train - for me - ALL YEAR ROUND.

Try doing a 20 min interval outside - try finding a place close to home in the north east where...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 04:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 101
Posted By Pratt

Thanks to all. At my age, I have a hard enough...

Thanks to all.
At my age, I have a hard enough time getting the bike to go, but I'm still pretty good at getting it to stop, I'd hate to lose that ability as well.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-24, 04:07 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 46
Posted By PeteHski

What is this? Is it just a Zwift cheat or does...

What is this? Is it just a Zwift cheat or does it have some useful purpose?
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-17-24, 03:51 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,051
Posted By MoAlpha

Health care is a factor, but time, education, and...

Health care is a factor, but time, education, and culture, are far more important at the population level. Presumably, biomarkers such as VO2max are independent predictors, but are also correlated...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 03:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,033
Posted By georges1

Dordogne is a nice place where you have nice...

Dordogne is a nice place where you have nice trails for enduro , cross country and free ride. There are very few french bike collectors, there is one french group on facebook of die hard vintage MTB...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 03:32 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 3,840
Posted By jdawginsc

The critical rub zone is between the chainstays...

The critical rub zone is between the chainstays at the crimp. I am pretty sure that was the limiter for me when considering tire sizes. I think I guesstimated a 32 was the max size.

Also remember,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 03:28 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 339
Posted By jdawginsc

Firstly, cool fork tools! Second, is my...

Firstly, cool fork tools!

Second, is my guess is that the ovalization of the steering tube was a purposeful attempt to properly misalign the headset at the factory...

When a SN is that long,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 02:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,033
Posted By awac

I have noticed that in France which surprises me,...

I have noticed that in France which surprises me, I go every year I can to Dordogne.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 02:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 287
Posted By non-fixie

Mercier, Mercian, ... Tour de France...

Mercier, Mercian, ...

Tour de France organizer and editor of L'Auto Henri Desgrange came up with a few variations BITD:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 01:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,033
Posted By georges1

I totally agree. The charges are reasonable and...

I totally agree. The charges are reasonable and also you can find on ebay what is not necessary sold anymore in your country. (Germany, USA, UK, Spain and Italy have a long history of restoring and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 01:08 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 339
Posted By Andy_K

Found 'em! They were put away in a logical place,...

Found 'em! They were put away in a logical place, which accounts for the difficulty locating them. This is why I leave things out.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53726825141_6b52e49ec4_b.jpg...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-17-24, 12:50 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,368
Posted By 50PlusCycling

My 2003 Giant AC-1 is still going strong. Most of...

My 2003 Giant AC-1 is still going strong. Most of its life its been in the salt air in Honolulu, and now its in Tokyo. The frame and Shiver fork are still perfectly good, enough so that I upgraded...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 12:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,033
Posted By awac

I have also had good experience using eBay. So...

I have also had good experience using eBay. So are we agreed it is the safest way to buy something then? The eBay charges then are reasonable? The custom fees are correct (hey, I know we all would...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-17-24, 12:30 AM
Replies: 27,188
Views: 3,185,127
Posted By 50PlusCycling

112km today. The ride to Tokyo Bay was once again...

112km today. The ride to Tokyo Bay was once again into a strong headwind, but once I turned the corner into Kasai Rinkai park, it became easier. I did my strongest pace in the final 20km through the...
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