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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,380
Posted By 70sSanO

I think your primary issue is that it sounds like...

I think your primary issue is that it sounds like you are not building a pedal assist trike, but a 3 wheel kart. In some ways it is academic on whether you use gas, electric, or even steam; if there...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,635
Posted By 70sSanO

Amazing journey. Thanks for sharing. John

Amazing journey. Thanks for sharing.

John
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,364
Posted By 70sSanO

I ride my road bike without underwear and my...

I ride my road bike without underwear and my mountain bike with underwear in nylon unpadded cargo shorts.

Eliminating seams seems to be the key.

John
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,845
Posted By 70sSanO

It is tough with limited routes. When I was...

It is tough with limited routes. When I was younger, more fearless, and less traffic, I would ride down my driveway and let my legs take me wherever.

These days I have limited routes that I tend...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-24, 10:23 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,500
Posted By 70sSanO

^ This Maybe not the ride part, but making a...

^ This

Maybe not the ride part, but making a couple of tweaks after a few years of riding thousands of miles and the batteries are dead. Adjusting cleats is not a ride-by-ride endeavor.

Johb
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-06-24, 10:09 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 21,055
Posted By 70sSanO

We have had this discussion before. The world...

We have had this discussion before. The world doesn’t call them e-mopeds.

Even if you can convince me to use that term you will probably have another 200 million people to go.

John
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,364
Posted By 70sSanO

This has been the mindset for decades, but it is...

This has been the mindset for decades, but it is not exactly true.

The truth is too soft a saddle, with no support, is generally not a benefit. But a saddle with more padding and correctly...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 629
Posted By 70sSanO

As noted above, you can fit a cassette with more...

As noted above, you can fit a cassette with more cogs. The only issue is whether it is a “C” freehub body where the splines do not extend to the end. If you go with a 1x, you’ll probably want to...
Forum: Electric Bikes
09-06-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 217
Views: 21,055
Posted By 70sSanO

The biggest issue with ebikes is that most often...

The biggest issue with ebikes is that most often than not they are ridden as electric motorcycles. Most of the kids riding them don’t even peddle or a once in a while turn the cranks.

Now as a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-24, 11:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 629
Posted By 70sSanO

Are the current hubs M900? In good shape? If they...

Are the current hubs M900? In good shape? If they are you can just lace them to new rims. You can run a 10 speed cassette. However, you can’t run an 11t. The freehub body only allows for a minimum...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-24, 10:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 906
Posted By 70sSanO

Here is my take on it. If you are never going to...

Here is my take on it. If you are never going to ride on gravel, the Checkpoint might be slower on the road, and may be less fun. If you want to ride gravel, or off-road, then it might be worth...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 764
Posted By 70sSanO

With my M910, I’m running 36t with a rated 32t...

With my M910, I’m running 36t with a rated 32t max in vertical dropouts.

But 36t with a 28t rated max is pretty amazing; even with horizontal dropouts.

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 764
Posted By 70sSanO

I think as thinking the same thing, but everyone...

I think as thinking the same thing, but everyone has their own peculiarities.

I still have an aluminum seatpost that so cut down to n the 80’s. And I don’t even want to talk about titanium 5mm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 764
Posted By 70sSanO

This is more of a curiosity. I believe DA...

This is more of a curiosity.

I believe DA RD-7700GS has a max cog of 27t/28t and runs 13t guide and tension pulleys.

Would the max cog increase if an 11t guide pulley is used?

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-24, 08:15 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 764
Posted By 70sSanO

Rather than go to a triple crank, unless it is...

Rather than go to a triple crank, unless it is planning for future gear changes, get an RD-M900/910 and run a 32t. At least if you can find one.

I think 7700’s were the best group out there,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-24, 07:06 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,733
Posted By 70sSanO

I do agree that used bikes depreciate quickly...

I do agree that used bikes depreciate quickly until the are old enough to become collectible. Unfortunately the bikes are not old enough to fall into the rare find bucket.

And the economy has had...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-01-24, 05:28 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,147
Posted By 70sSanO

Good job! If everything works well, I’d just...

Good job!

If everything works well, I’d just check it periodically.

It is a cheap fix that can be easily replicated. Might want to make a second set, while everything is fresh in your mind.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-31-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,492
Posted By 70sSanO

This is so sad. The life alternating impact is...

This is so sad. The life alternating impact is hard to fathom.

But it is an example of how we have become as a society.

I imagine the vast majority of people drive after drinking, although...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-24, 10:47 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,196
Posted By 70sSanO

Until you can get all the detailed specs...

Until you can get all the detailed specs including exact layup and chemical composition of the resin, and detailed drawings to an engineer, I would say zero.

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-24, 11:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 518
Posted By 70sSanO

How many threads (turns/engagement) when you just...

How many threads (turns/engagement) when you just thread the lockring without the cassette?

Others can correct me, but if you can get 3 complete turns of engagement with a steel lockring, I would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 427
Posted By 70sSanO

The basic rule is for buying a new crank is to...

The basic rule is for buying a new crank is to buy the correct bottom bracket at the same time.

40 years ago square taper cranks used cup-cone bottom brackets. Many of them were asymetrical. It...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,277
Posted By 70sSanO

The GX Eagle AXS has a max cog of 52t with a...

The GX Eagle AXS has a max cog of 52t with a capacity of 42.

Capacity is tricky because with a 10-52 cassette and a 33t chainring there is just so much of the cassette you might actually want to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,322
Posted By 70sSanO

I agree with checking the head tube. I would...

I agree with checking the head tube. I would think most road impacts to the headset affect the lower bearing/cup. I can’t see how any stem impacts the headset.

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-24, 11:34 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,277
Posted By 70sSanO

I believe originally the road link allowed for a...

I believe originally the road link allowed for a 40t/42t max cog.

You can calculate how much more of an extension you need. I’d keep it to a minimum. There might be a flex issue as you lengthen...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-24, 06:12 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,506
Posted By 70sSanO

Here is my take on what you are doing. ...

Here is my take on what you are doing.

Building a bike up from the frame is a blast. And they best part is you get to build what you want. It can be the worst part of you don’t know what you want....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-24, 05:40 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 517
Posted By 70sSanO

My first vote will always be Simplex...

My first vote will always be Simplex Retrofriction. Used them on my primary road bike for many years.

But Shimano made a spring loaded micro adjust, that could be remove for smooth action. It is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-24, 03:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 332
Posted By 70sSanO

Your cheapest route is to use friction stem...

Your cheapest route is to use friction stem shifters. You will still need to add a stop to the braze on downtube shifter bosses.

From there you can find thumb shifters that will fit riad bars and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-24, 11:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 659
Posted By 70sSanO

The Cannondale is a hybrid with 35mm tires. I...

The Cannondale is a hybrid with 35mm tires. I don’t know what the max is, but for gravel I’d probably keep looking.

I’m not saying you can’t use it on gravel, especially smooth hard pack, but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-21-24, 02:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 331
Posted By 70sSanO

0.04mm might not make a difference, but sandpaper...

0.04mm might not make a difference, but sandpaper and digital calipers. Figure 8 pattern. Not rocket science.

First measure cog thickness to make sure there are not different. Cog-to-cog is what...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 327
Posted By 70sSanO

And… the expected final weight after mods? ...

And… the expected final weight after mods?

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-24, 03:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 505
Posted By 70sSanO

Looks like and inboard and outboard sealed...

Looks like and inboard and outboard sealed bearings.

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 505
Posted By 70sSanO

On eBay there is an Edco 7 speed HG/UG freehub...

On eBay there is an Edco 7 speed HG/UG freehub body. It shows a number of views. Can't say how much help it will be, but at least you will get an idea of what you are dealing with.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-20-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,050
Posted By 70sSanO

This is your answer. You just need to try it out...

This is your answer. You just need to try it out to see what works for you.

It isn’t that tough. A lot of people used to ride whatever they had before being told what they need.

Anything...
Forum: Touring
08-19-24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 5,439
Posted By 70sSanO

I’m still a fan of a 40t with a 10/11 X 50/51...

I’m still a fan of a 40t with a 10/11 X 50/51 with and inner 30t. You can ride the 40t down to 22 inches and then drop to 16 inches.

The catch is you can’t go less than 50 overall tooth count,...
Forum: Touring
08-19-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 5,439
Posted By 70sSanO

By the same token, the kid across the street rode...

By the same token, the kid across the street rode unsupported from SoCal to Seattle with a 1x. He packed fairly light. He planned to continue to Colorado, but the weather turned bad.

40t chainring...
Forum: Touring
08-19-24, 11:37 AM
Replies: 155
Views: 5,439
Posted By 70sSanO

Herein lies the issue with doubles in some...

Herein lies the issue with doubles in some circumstances.

For the vast majority, a compact, subcompact, or even a 1x is the best option. But for others, I imagine more prevalent with tourers and...
Forum: Touring
08-18-24, 10:05 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 5,439
Posted By 70sSanO

You have been touring with a triple crank. How...

You have been touring with a triple crank. How do you like it? How much time do you spend in the middle ring?

If a 46t will fit for the majority of your riding that is fine, but if you really...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-18-24, 08:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,147
Posted By 70sSanO

Also once you resolve this, maybe go to slick...

Also once you resolve this, maybe go to slick cables. I use Jagwire slick. They seem to work well.

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-18-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,147
Posted By 70sSanO

I would look into some sort of very hard wear...

I would look into some sort of very hard wear resistant filler to bring it back to how it was originally.

If it outlasts the aluminum material, you should be fine for quite a while.

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-18-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 14,667
Posted By 70sSanO

^ This The difference was the actuation...

^ This

The difference was the actuation ratio of the DA 74XX rear derailleurs. It was 1.9:1 compared to the standard 1.7:1.

The DA 74XX shifters pulled less cable for the RD to move the correct...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-18-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 375
Posted By 70sSanO

As far as I know, there are no bike brands that...

As far as I know, there are no bike brands that actually make their bikes in totality. Some manufactures the frame, but many sub everything out.

As long as there are no proprietary parts,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-24, 11:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 384
Posted By 70sSanO

You probably don’t need to. People use old NOS...

You probably don’t need to. People use old NOS sealed cartridge BB’s.

But, you should buy some replacement bearings since you can easily identify them prior to installation.

At least write the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-17-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 775
Posted By 70sSanO

Cateye BC-100. Incredibly old school but...

Cateye BC-100.

Incredibly old school but light and stout.

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 526
Posted By 70sSanO

After 7 years I can’t think of anything that is...

After 7 years I can’t think of anything that is less of an inconvenience that drain, clean, oil.

I had a friend in HS that bought an Austin Healy Sprite. He thought the oil gauge didn’t work. A...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 347
Posted By 70sSanO

Are you friction shifting the front derailleur? ...

Are you friction shifting the front derailleur?

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 501
Posted By 70sSanO

The first thing is to shift to the cassette high...

The first thing is to shift to the cassette high gear, 1st position, while in the large chainring. This is much easier with a work stand. This will let you see where the chain is in relation to the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-15-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,865
Posted By 70sSanO

I use a small amount of Tri-Flow on my road bike....

I use a small amount of Tri-Flow on my road bike.

I usually don't use anything on my mtb bikes. If I do, I try and clean the exposed cable afterwards.

John
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 3,185
Posted By 70sSanO

Not so much tossed to the ground, although the...

Not so much tossed to the ground, although the word ground is part of the response. When bearing are adjusted to tight, the bike will function with enough effort. However the ball bearings, which are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,389
Posted By 70sSanO

This should help... ...

This should help...
https://classicjapanesebicycles.com/miyata-serial-numbers/

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-24, 06:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,432
Posted By 70sSanO

Remove the freewheel. You won't be able to access...

Remove the freewheel. You won't be able to access the Drive Side (DS) race to see the condition if you don't. Loosen the Non-Drive Side (NDS) locknut and cone and pull the axle out toward the DS....
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