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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:02 PM
Replies: 3,029
Views: 884,450
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Great job on the bike. Can't take my eyes off the...

Great job on the bike. Can't take my eyes off the coral snake. :lol: Love it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-24, 01:47 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 4,979
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I was out on my SS Raleigh today and during a...

I was out on my SS Raleigh today and during a long, gradual uphill with a light crosswind I decided that when I'm in the mood for single speed it's the inevitability that I like. The bike will not be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 4,979
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Geared bikes and single speed.

Geared bikes and single speed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-24, 10:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 611
Posted By Fahrenheit531

That bike is absolutely unreal.

That bike is absolutely unreal.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-24, 07:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 811
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Wouldn't be the worst thing I've ever dropped...

Wouldn't be the worst thing I've ever dropped fifty bucks on.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-24, 06:01 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 4,831
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Pricey bike. If they're unwilling to make this...

Pricey bike. If they're unwilling to make this change at cost (or less) to make the sale, try another shop. They're mostly all Trek dealers now anyway.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-06-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,461
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Meh.

Meh.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-02-24, 09:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 961
Posted By Fahrenheit531

27" wheels are a deal breaker for a lot of...

27" wheels are a deal breaker for a lot of people.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,240
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I will say that the transition from stays to fork...

I will say that the transition from stays to fork ends is very clean, though. Smooth with real attention to detail, nice lines. I'd be curious to see the dropouts, and if they were handled similarly.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,240
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Really digging this thread. Can't contribute much...

Really digging this thread. Can't contribute much more than "hey, that's a supercool bike." :thumb:
Contribution made.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-02-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,694
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Tried measuring contact patch while mounted,...

Tried measuring contact patch while mounted, because accuracy is key. Will continue to use PSI means of reference.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-02-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,841
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I'd like to take a moment in favor of Velomine...

I'd like to take a moment in favor of Velomine (https://velomine.com/collections/road-bike-wheelsets) if you're looking at pre-built wheels. I've bought from them twice, including the wheels on my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-02-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,841
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Yep. Go a-la-carte. Find the rims, spokes, and...

Yep. Go a-la-carte. Find the rims, spokes, and hubs you like, then present them to your local wheel builder.
A quick search for "spoke length calculator" will be helpful if you know your hubs/rims.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-29-24, 10:25 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,694
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Never used the Silca calculator before. It...

Never used the Silca calculator before. It recommended 60ish, I've been running 52ish based on the Rene Herse calculator and will continue with that.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-24, 11:56 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 7,680
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Yes, the bike makes a difference. The real...

Yes, the bike makes a difference. The real question is will it make enough of a difference to impact the type of riding you want to do. For me, high-quality late-70s steel road bikes are just fine....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-27-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,107
Posted By Fahrenheit531

The Columbus Tretubi decal suggests a mid-tier...

The Columbus Tretubi decal suggests a mid-tier frame in an uncommon color. Suntour Superbe Road headset is high quality and supports the "bought as frame" idea, and the rest of the components (with...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-27-24, 08:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,454
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Actually I'm intrigued by this four-year-old...

Actually I'm intrigued by this four-year-old thread if only to ask: Did the OP's bike ever get rebuilt, refurbished, even restored?


If there's an update I'd be interested in seeing it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-25-24, 09:27 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,565
Posted By Fahrenheit531

If that mug had ambushed me with a $50 price tag...

If that mug had ambushed me with a $50 price tag there would've been no hesitation: "Whoa. Yeah, didn't realize. Let's go ahead and cancel that one out, sorry about that."
No harm, no foul.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-24, 02:49 PM
Replies: 2,436
Views: 587,564
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Huh. Thanks for the introduction! :thumb:

Huh. Thanks for the introduction! :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 468
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Converting a terrible bike to single speed will...

Converting a terrible bike to single speed will generally result in a terrible single speed bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-21-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 804
Posted By Fahrenheit531

My experiment has begun. Just loaded up the kids'...

My experiment has begun. Just loaded up the kids' tubes with Flat Attack tire sealant (4oz per tire, two bottles, total cost at the LBS $26) and we'll see how that goes. I'll never use the stuff for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 6,546
Views: 815,120
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Right now I'm making arrangements for a W1...

Right now I'm making arrangements for a W1 touring model, but depending on results I may want to try a road version. Leather preferred. If you happen to run across one do let me know. Thanks!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-17-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 324
Posted By Fahrenheit531

PM sent to Slowride79. Thanks to all. If his...

PM sent to Slowride79. Thanks to all. If his offering doesn't get the job done I may be in touch on that white Selle Italia.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-17-24, 09:52 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,071
Posted By Fahrenheit531

When the jar of Vlasic pickles is empty, the...

When the jar of Vlasic pickles is empty, the juice gets poured into the dedicated pickle juice jar. (I suppose this means some small percentage of the contents is literally years old.)
I see no...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-17-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 324
Posted By Fahrenheit531

WTB Women's Saddle (Avocet or...?)

WTB/Trade for women's Avocet saddle in good condition. I finally found a bike my daughter likes and rides, but don't want to break the bank as we trial-and-error saddles. Have multiple decent...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 6,546
Views: 815,120
Posted By Fahrenheit531

WTB/Trade for women's Avocet saddle in good...

WTB/Trade for women's Avocet saddle in good condition. I finally found a bike my daughter likes and rides, but don't want to break the bank as we trial-and-error saddles. Have multiple decent...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,940
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I used to remove the thin, clear plastic bit. Now...

I used to remove the thin, clear plastic bit. Now I leave it on. For reasons unknown.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-16-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,756
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Overgeneralizations never cause any conflict...

Overgeneralizations never cause any conflict around here. I'm sure we'll get many insightful responses, and everyone will have fun and learn something.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,940
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I have stopped patching and setting them aside...

I have stopped patching and setting them aside for later because I too was seeing a high failure rate. If I patch a tube it is immediately placed inside a tire and inflated, based on the idea that...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-14-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,452
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Bath salt zombie face eater guy could've told you...

Bath salt zombie face eater guy could've told you this long ago.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-10-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,697
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I'm endlessly impressed with your ability to read...

I'm endlessly impressed with your ability to read the minds and motivations of others.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-07-24, 10:19 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 6,183
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Can't coast while running. Comparison should...

Can't coast while running. Comparison should pretty much end there.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-06-24, 09:40 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 5,021
Posted By Fahrenheit531

:lol: Well played sir!

:lol: Well played sir!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-05-24, 08:43 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 5,021
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Pretty much any adult out there is gonna be a...

Pretty much any adult out there is gonna be a professional something. Looks like everyone else grasped the intent here. I'll give you bonus points for the part where it wasn't even you who...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-27-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 931
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Relax. Be patient. The desire will return or it...

Relax. Be patient. The desire will return or it won't. If it doesn't, something else will fill the void.
We're always changing. It's the nature of things.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-20-24, 06:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,265
Posted By Fahrenheit531

fify ;)

fify ;)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-20-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 250
Views: 21,331
Posted By Fahrenheit531

They're just not interesting to me. Generally...

They're just not interesting to me. Generally bland colors and a real "lowest common denominator" vibe, both in their vintage and newer offerings.
Not that this matters. I just thought I'd go ahead...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-19-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 543
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I already have two full sets sitting on the...

I already have two full sets sitting on the shelf, but not in this condition. These are so nearly perfect that I'm very tempted.
Resisting.
For now.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-24, 05:43 PM
Replies: 8,836
Views: 1,152,114
Posted By Fahrenheit531

NOS Suntour :thumb: ...

NOS Suntour :thumb:

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/900x675/sealed_23e14a13ba8473b2ef9a81299a9bfd06af50e010.jpg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 5,021
Posted By Fahrenheit531

^^ This.

^^ This.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 5,021
Posted By Fahrenheit531

If I hated climbing a little less I might be able...

If I hated climbing a little less I might be able to test that. hahahaha
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 5,021
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Ever Encountered a Pro While on a Ride?

Yesterday I was out on The Loop here in Tucson, and I got passed by a rider in a lot of yellow on a really cool bike. Second glance reveals a Jumbo Visma rider in full kit on what I assume is his new...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-05-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 3,109
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Marriage. The marriage later ended, but the...

Marriage.

The marriage later ended, but the cycling remained.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-04-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,975
Posted By Fahrenheit531

1st-gen Dura Ace sidepulls. ...

1st-gen Dura Ace sidepulls.
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/800x600/raleighduraace800_d2fda4716c86e7875104d8b427c940f9fa1235c5.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-23, 12:21 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,416
Posted By Fahrenheit531

No. But I don't think I invented it either.

No. But I don't think I invented it either.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-23, 11:39 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,416
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I usually get a little high before my weekend...

I usually get a little high before my weekend rides...:innocent:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-19-23, 08:59 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,305
Posted By Fahrenheit531

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/622x800/polkadot_b6dd2e765d7d66c2dfaa69207821951179879d95.jpg
This is probably my #1 jersey, Voler Peloton. Tifoli eyewear was a Father's Day...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-23, 03:28 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 5,607
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Clamping that bike on the decal rather than the...

Clamping that bike on the decal rather than the seatpost may result in sadness and/or self-flagellation later on. Don't ask how I know.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-23-23, 11:07 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,374
Posted By Fahrenheit531

"help" :lol:

"help" :lol:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-09-23, 01:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,108
Posted By Fahrenheit531

The small numbers stamped on the headbadge will...

The small numbers stamped on the headbadge will tell you. Find the number then google "schwinn headbadge decoder" for your answer.
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