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Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 05:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 544
Posted By shelbyfv

BITD I used road triples because there wasn't any...

BITD I used road triples because there wasn't any practical alternative for the easy gears I needed. I learned to operate and set them up and it wasn't a big deal. However, with more cogs in the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 05:25 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 558
Posted By shelbyfv

Well he's trying but I haven't seen much...

Well he's trying but I haven't seen much potential beyond the faux what-to-buy/hand holding threads. Hoping for better.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-24, 04:45 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 99
Posted By shelbyfv

And thank you, Mr AI Bot. :twitchy:

And thank you, Mr AI Bot. :twitchy:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 544
Posted By shelbyfv

OP posted he signed up for the Bike Ride Across...

OP posted he signed up for the Bike Ride Across GA, it's running this week. Be interesting to learn which of the stable he's riding.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-05-24, 07:37 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 410
Posted By shelbyfv

You sure about that?

You sure about that?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 92
Posted By shelbyfv

And an SL7 with Di2 for $4500 USD. New with no...

And an SL7 with Di2 for $4500 USD. New with no sketchy provenance.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,111
Posted By shelbyfv

Happy it's resolved, hope the kid enjoys it. ...

Happy it's resolved, hope the kid enjoys it. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 07:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 357
Posted By shelbyfv

Yet again Previous WM BSO thread...

Yet again Previous WM BSO thread (https://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discussion/1295662-walmart-bso-rides-unbound-gravel-could-they-finish.html)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 07:20 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 558
Posted By shelbyfv

Yep. :troll:

Yep. :troll:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 726
Posted By shelbyfv

Yep, that's the one to get.:thumb:

Yep, that's the one to get.:thumb:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-05-24, 03:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 124
Posted By shelbyfv

Yes! The Sora version comes with a carbon fork...

Yes! The Sora version comes with a carbon fork and proper thru axles. The Claris has aluminum fork and QRs, not so good with discs. Also old style square taper bottom bracket. The MSRP is $300...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-05-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 622
Posted By shelbyfv

Same thing happened to me once. Guy was a...

Same thing happened to me once. Guy was a notorious squirrel, nobody wanted to ride near him. He'd injured himself badly a couple of years before but apparently didn't learn from it.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-05-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 124
Posted By shelbyfv

I'd choose the Topstone or Journeyer. The...

I'd choose the Topstone or Journeyer. The Synapse won't give you clearance for large enough tires.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 252
Posted By shelbyfv

I previously used Frame Saver but recently tried...

I previously used Frame Saver but recently tried Fluid Film because it was readily available and handy for other stuff as well. Seemed to work just fine.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 275
Posted By shelbyfv

All that work on a BB that has 98K miles on it to...

All that work on a BB that has 98K miles on it to possibly save $25.:foo:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 726
Posted By shelbyfv

Absolutely buy the radar, a couple of cameras as...

Absolutely buy the radar, a couple of cameras as well. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 444
Posted By shelbyfv

I'll bite. Shocked, shocked! to learn a BSO can...

I'll bite. Shocked, shocked! to learn a BSO can be ridden 200 miles w/o failure. :rolleyes:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-05-24, 01:13 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 622
Posted By shelbyfv

Not sure about the "mix" part but everyone is...

Not sure about the "mix" part but everyone is entitled to an opinion. :beer:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-05-24, 08:25 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 622
Posted By shelbyfv

Depends on why doesn't it?

Depends on why doesn't it?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-05-24, 05:40 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 622
Posted By shelbyfv

Cycling doesn't suit everyone.

Cycling doesn't suit everyone.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-04-24, 11:21 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 311
Posted By shelbyfv

I really like this Pacenti fork crown if you...

I really like this Pacenti fork crown if you decide on custom steel....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 11:13 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 935
Posted By shelbyfv

I liked the full size pumps but I never had one...

I liked the full size pumps but I never had one that would stay in place under the top tube w/o an ugly Velcro strap.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,265
Posted By shelbyfv

^^^^ But there is little attention gained or...

^^^^ But there is little attention gained or entertainment provided with rational.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-04-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 801
Posted By shelbyfv

A&S (https://www.bikeforums.net/advocacy-safety/)...

A&S (https://www.bikeforums.net/advocacy-safety/) people enjoy these threads. Over and over....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,265
Posted By shelbyfv

I think this is a record for threads/discussion...

I think this is a record for threads/discussion for any "first bike" on BF and we haven't even dipped into OP's views on kit. :beer:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 06:42 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,192
Posted By shelbyfv

^^^^ :foo:

^^^^ :foo:
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-04-24, 05:25 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 311
Posted By shelbyfv

Lynskey has a couple of fork options for that...

Lynskey has a couple of fork options for that bike, no drama.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-04-24, 05:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 250
Posted By shelbyfv

If it's a bike you want to ride as opposed to a...

If it's a bike you want to ride as opposed to a flip, what the heck difference does it make if you pay $50 or $200? :foo:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 05:07 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 546
Posted By shelbyfv

The only way to sleuth this out is by trying a...

The only way to sleuth this out is by trying a normal Shimano or SRAM cassette. If you can damage one of those, something is waaay wrong with your usage.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 05:00 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,192
Posted By shelbyfv

Yep. It might bother me but I think I could...

Yep. It might bother me but I think I could figure a solution.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-03-24, 05:07 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 980
Posted By shelbyfv

So didn't need custom after all.... Congrats on...

So didn't need custom after all.... Congrats on the Lynskey!:thumb:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 250
Posted By shelbyfv

^^^ Yes and a double crank as well. I think this...

^^^ Yes and a double crank as well. I think this may have been a drop bar Nishiki Sport before it was kludged.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 01:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 250
Posted By shelbyfv

Are you saying $40 is too much? :foo: It could be...

Are you saying $40 is too much? :foo: It could be a $100 bike if cleaned up, new cables and tires. Edit- OK, I guess my $100 potential estimate may be optimistic given it seems to have been...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 275
Posted By shelbyfv

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1448x811/screenshot_2024_06_03_12_22_23_pm_05571f79336acbc6a7edf454ab5a0ebd5db25a63.png
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-24, 05:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 544
Posted By shelbyfv

Looks as if the blue one has been sold, maybe OP...

Looks as if the blue one has been sold, maybe OP snagged it. Fair price if no hidden carbon damage. I'd probably choose the red one because it is newer and double. Either will be a step up. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,716
Posted By shelbyfv

Nice bike. :thumb:

Nice bike. :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 660
Posted By shelbyfv

Adding puncture protection has always been a...

Adding puncture protection has always been a trade off. We're spoiled that nice tires like the GP5000 are much more puncture resistant than their predecessors but there is a limit. Are you getting...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-02-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 262
Posted By shelbyfv

I don't see any reason to acquire it at any...

I don't see any reason to acquire it at any price. BITD it was only a "make do" bike for a newbie who couldn't bring himself to pay bike shop prices. As it sits you have to re-cable and get a stem...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 743
Posted By shelbyfv

Astonishing isn't it? :foo:

Astonishing isn't it? :foo:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 743
Posted By shelbyfv

Works OK IME

Works OK IME
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 810
Posted By shelbyfv

^^^You are asking too much of this OP. :twitchy:

^^^You are asking too much of this OP. :twitchy:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 07:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 449
Posted By shelbyfv

Why not both? He's already got the same one...

Why not both? He's already got the same one running in the Gravel section. :twitchy:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 912
Posted By shelbyfv

:thumb:https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net...

:thumb:https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1075x677/screenshot_2024_06_01_10_32_59_am_6cbcad7de09ae5d1de31d4c25a1a84db33331b6f.png
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 06:40 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 912
Posted By shelbyfv

How about a pic of the new bike! :thumb:

How about a pic of the new bike! :thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 02:01 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 942
Posted By shelbyfv

I generally find it easier to check tension with...

I generally find it easier to check tension with the wheel on the bike than to set up the truing stand. If you are just correcting a loose spoke you don't need to measure tension. Use your ears and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,716
Posted By shelbyfv

Picking it up today? :beer:

Picking it up today? :beer:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,039
Posted By shelbyfv

Yep. Kind of embarrassing to witness, isn't it.

Yep. Kind of embarrassing to witness, isn't it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 912
Posted By shelbyfv

I agree with lowering the seat. If you have a...

I agree with lowering the seat. If you have a throttle, use it for starts. Your primary concern at this point should be balance and not falling off. Update this thread in a month or so and let us...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 04:51 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 817
Posted By shelbyfv

OP you still don't get that people are trying to...

OP you still don't get that people are trying to help by directing you to the proper sub forum. There you will have the best chance of finding members interested in your accumulation of old bikes....
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