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Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 272
Posted By rsbob

I also use gloves to wipe sweat from brow and to...

I also use gloves to wipe sweat from brow and to sweep tires after running through glass. Can be done with bare hands too, but….
05-21-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,164
Posted By jdawginsc

Or garage... 😬

Or garage... 😬
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 272
Posted By tFUnK

Was he wearing gloves, though

Was he wearing gloves, though
05-21-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 154
Posted By Smaug1

Unless you have a lot of time, I'd outsource that...

Unless you have a lot of time, I'd outsource that to the bike shop. Let someone who knows what he's doing go over it. He may find other things that you have not considered. For example, your original...
05-21-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 1,081
Views: 235,313
Posted By JaccoW

Spotted an old Puch Cavalier mixte beater with...

Spotted an old Puch Cavalier mixte beater with Lambert style Pro-5-Vis chainrings.That's pretty much the only special thing about this bike.

http://i.imgur.com/Cg5KgP6.jpg...
05-21-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 6,413
Views: 596,590
Posted By Smaug1

https://www.strava.com/activities/11460040202 ...

https://www.strava.com/activities/11460040202

I wound up getting 23 miles in last night. It was one of those evenings when the weather sites were vague. Radar showed some rain moving through just...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 272
Posted By justin1138

What races are y'all watching where they don't...

What races are y'all watching where they don't wear gloves? Screen grab from yesterday's Giro stage (day behind, don't tell me what happened)
...
05-21-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 99
Posted By PeteHski

It should work fine then. Incidentally, you...

It should work fine then. Incidentally, you answered your own question at the end about why they introduced a single virtual gear.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 272
Posted By BillyD

I won't care until I can't find some for myself.

I won't care until I can't find some for myself.
05-21-24, 08:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 128
Posted By MilhouseJ

Is it by chance a square taper BB? If it was...

Is it by chance a square taper BB? If it was originally a 2x that somebody converted to a 3x, there's a chance that the spindle length on the BB is incorrect and won't match the throw of a triple...
Forum: Touring
05-21-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 152
Views: 10,542
Posted By cyccommute

Old road bikes didn’t really come with that...

Old road bikes didn’t really come with that narrow a tire. For touring bikes, 1 1/4” (32mm) tires were OEM. “Racier” touring tires were 1 1/8” (28mm). Even race bikes tended towards tires that...
05-21-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 21,840
Views: 3,161,993
Posted By scozim

Living vicariously as I try to get some back...

Living vicariously as I try to get some back issues that are resulting in numb feet when I ride sorted out. Keep the great photos coming.
05-21-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 128
Posted By Iride01

Being a used bike you never really know what the...

Being a used bike you never really know what the previous owner's did to it.

So make certain the FD is a 3x FD if you have a 3x crank. If it's Shimano, then the part number stamped on it will...
05-21-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 128
Posted By bboy314

Here is a place to start: ...

Here is a place to start:

https://www.parktool.com/en-us/blog/repair-help/front-derailleur-adjustment
05-21-24, 07:34 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,229
Posted By I-Like-To-Bike

Amazing how much you can and do imagine about...

Amazing how much you can and do imagine about current cycling conditions on MUPs after being on them just a few times in the past several decades.:foo:
05-21-24, 07:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 128
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

How did you try moving the front der? By the...

How did you try moving the front der? By the lever, by the cable (and your hand) or did you grab the der cage itself? Can you measure the crank's chainline? (the center of the seat tube to the middle...
05-21-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 341
Views: 19,333
Posted By Kobe

That's part of he fun in it too IdahoBrett....

That's part of he fun in it too IdahoBrett. Finding a buyer that you think is going to enjoy a bike as much as you did is a good feeling. I don't mind losing a few bucks if someone appreciates their...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-21-24, 06:54 AM
Replies: 4,031
Views: 945,549
Posted By ChiapasFixed

Origami Swift on its way!

We just ordered a bike from Pingis. Should take about 10 days to make its way down here to southern Mexico. I’ll be doing an unboxing and first impressions video for anybody interested.
we’re...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 06:36 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,212
Posted By NumbersGuy

And you are one individual with unknown...

And you are one individual with unknown qualifications, along with an obvious confirmation bias wanting to find them to be exactly the same. That has infinitesimally more than zero value to...
05-21-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 442
Posted By Pompiere

Based on...

Based on https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1042901-asian-serial-number-guide.html and the style of components, I would say probably from 1982.
05-21-24, 06:16 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 37
Posted By katzenfinch

1975 (I think) Super Mondia

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1515/img_1910_jpg_3b11a856e9b0970d890abc200a7fe80289428ac7.jpeg
Last year I traded a couple of bottles of wine for this Super Mondia, which...
05-21-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 6,413
Views: 596,590
Posted By Troul

dont have a cow, man.

dont have a cow, man.
05-21-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 1,093
Views: 388,611
Posted By ehcoplex

steine13 , my 650B conversions have all been...

steine13 , my 650B conversions have all been pretty tight at the chain stays, and I've had to dremel the fender end to get things to fit. I usually cut and epoxy some kind of thin aluminum or steel...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 05:54 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,212
Posted By msu2001la

The Aethos with 105 Di2 is an ideal road bike,...

The Aethos with 105 Di2 is an ideal road bike, IMO. It's light, fast, stylish and simple.
Well done!
05-21-24, 05:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 154
Posted By bikemig

If you're riding in NYC streets, I'd recommend...

If you're riding in NYC streets, I'd recommend Schwalbe Marathon green guard tires (they come in 27 inch if that is your wheel size).

You'd be better off posting in the C and V forum since folks...
05-21-24, 05:47 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 4,164
Posted By jdawginsc

They are pretty for sure. No cable adjusters on...

They are pretty for sure. No cable adjusters on the calipers would give me pause and it looks like the gold is worn off at the finger part of the levers.

Derailleur is pretty, but likely limited....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,212
Posted By runningDoc

15.9lbs is wicked awesome for that price and spec...

15.9lbs is wicked awesome for that price and spec with local bike shop support and warranty.

great ride!

i do love the minimal branding “if you know you know… quiet luxury whispers” vibes.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 05:40 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,212
Posted By Jrasero

I am claiming this because I have seen and ridden...

I am claiming this because I have seen and ridden both. Once you are able to do that I will take what you are saying with more value but until then you just come off as an old head
05-21-24, 05:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 154
Posted By shelbyfv

Beausage in abundance! Panaracer Pasela would be...

Beausage in abundance! Panaracer Pasela would be an appropriate tire. I'd rethink the "If I go to a bike repair place, It's good to be prepared so as to not get ripped off" attitude. Not every shop...
05-21-24, 05:15 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,071
Posted By PhilFo

Holy cow. Do that.

Holy cow. Do that.
05-21-24, 05:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 99
Posted By PeteHski

Rouvy is compatible if you are using a normal...

Rouvy is compatible if you are using a normal cassette rather than the Zwift virtual gear.
05-21-24, 05:02 AM
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 05:01 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,212
Posted By PeteHski

I agree about the minimal branding. It actually...

I agree about the minimal branding. It actually makes the Aethos stand out from the crowd. I very nearly bought one myself a couple of years ago (Pro build), but they were out of stock across the...
05-21-24, 04:21 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,606
Posted By tFUnK

A couple of points: - on MUPs cyclists yield...

A couple of points:
- on MUPs cyclists yield to pedestrians.
- MUPs are considered recreational trails and that allows for folks to stop momentarily vs. always needing to be in a state of motion....
05-21-24, 04:19 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 442
Posted By elcyc

Strange replies

Hey, y’all…
The replies ain’t helpful.
Need appox. vintage —year (s)—of this “Classic “.
Capisce?!!!
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 03:32 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,212
Posted By NumbersGuy

That’s an awesome looking bike. I’m definitely...

That’s an awesome looking bike. I’m definitely with you on liking the very subtle branding. I think it was a great choice by Specialized to keep the branding to a minimum on the Aethos, and this...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 03:19 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 272
Posted By PeteHski

It’s an interesting observation. I would have...

It’s an interesting observation. I would have thought most, if not all, the pros would have experienced a palm scrape at some point in their life. That alone makes gloves worth wearing IMHO. I just...
05-21-24, 03:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 154
Posted By indyfabz

I think he meant ParK Tools. I recommend a...

I think he meant ParK Tools.

I recommend a new saddle to match the bar tape.
05-21-24, 03:07 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 13,258
Posted By martl

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

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/705x802/n8_e2d8e2047f7cdc2ee7bf6078dad80d7ca8c4beea.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 03:07 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,212
Posted By PeteHski

You are the one claiming that this Schtea thing...

You are the one claiming that this Schtea thing is identical to an S-Works Aethos. I’m not reviewing anything. Just pointing out the obvious limitations in your comparison ie you have no clue about...
Forum: Commuting
05-21-24, 03:02 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,032
Posted By irwin7638

I started using Flat Attack sealant in my tubes...

I started using Flat Attack sealant in my tubes about 6 years ago. It practically eliminated flats on the road. What would normally be a flat is reduced to a loss of some pressure; just air the...
05-21-24, 02:46 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 705
Posted By M.Roshi

Thanks for all the insightful input, I'm starting...

Thanks for all the insightful input, I'm starting to understand how uninformed my question was.
Looking over the charts, the new ratio will make climbing steeper hills easier but my flats wouldn't...
05-21-24, 02:27 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 154
Posted By bboy314

Hanger on the Suntour VX is certainly bent, but...

Hanger on the Suntour VX is certainly bent, but can be replaced. The cyclone is the better derailleur assuming it’s in good shape. May need a hanger as well depending on your dropouts. It’s Park...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 02:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 272
Posted By Trakhak

Having read not just the title but the entire...

Having read not just the title but the entire first line of the first post, I'll answer the actual question that was asked:

I began noticing it about two or three years ago - certainly not much...
05-21-24, 02:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 208
Posted By Fentuz

brakes are set adequately with sintered pads and...

brakes are set adequately with sintered pads and shimano icetech rotor.
But, i use my bike as a hard tail XC bike and when I go down 20% @ 40kph, I like to get strong bit and release (i brake on mtb...
05-21-24, 01:52 AM
Replies: 1,093
Views: 388,611
Posted By non-fixie

I'd suggest a (long enough) daruma bolt: ...

I'd suggest a (long enough) daruma bolt:


https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/480x480/daruma_a1305c8c336b6f5719f33810f6207fc96efcfb29.jpg
Have a look here: Using a recessed...
05-21-24, 01:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 79
Posted By BMC_Kid

Here are the catalog photos that will be...

Here are the catalog photos that will be replaced.
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/480x360/david_tesch_team_allez_23_68fc4a23e5a4cadd5bf92a31d8b2c06d9e423674.jpg...
05-21-24, 01:44 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 79
Posted By BMC_Kid

Here are the rest of the photos. ...

Here are the rest of the photos.

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/360x480/david_tesch_team_allez_12_49d17de7906e890f8d157743fd7af8cfed485274.jpg...
05-21-24, 01:42 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 79
Posted By BMC_Kid

1987 Specialized Team Allez - David Tesch Built

My brother, who resides in Golden, discovered the '87 Tesch-Built Specialized Team Allez, S/N 064 in nearly new condition with its original owner in Boulder. He facilitated our transaction, and I...
05-21-24, 12:54 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,071
Posted By Strawbunyan

I was just peeping that. :D

I was just peeping that. :D
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