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Forum: Mid-Atlantic
06-09-24, 08:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 40
Posted By t2p

Tour De Donut ( New Wilmington )

Anyone do Tour De Donut - New Wilmington - June 8 ?

Or in the past ?

Comments ?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 4,272
Views: 106,904
Posted By t2p

don’t forget to allow time for proper recovery

don’t forget to allow time for proper recovery
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 4,272
Views: 106,904
Posted By t2p

always pair brake pad fires with a dork disc fire

always pair brake pad fires with a dork disc fire
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-09-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 339
Posted By t2p

can’t beat a road bike for fast road riding ...

can’t beat a road bike for fast road riding

but gravel bikes and similar are better if not ideal for ‘kinder gentler’ more varied riding
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 626
Posted By t2p

you can install 11-34 10 speed cassette

you can install 11-34 10 speed cassette
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 08:14 PM
Replies: 4,272
Views: 106,904
Posted By t2p

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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-07-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 775
Posted By t2p

the axle hole attachments (for lack of a better...

the axle hole attachments (for lack of a better term) can be positioned two different ways
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 150
Posted By t2p

related discussion here : ...

related discussion here :

https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/1294129-650-x-looking-new-tire.html


note on the 650b GK slicks - the 42 mm version has a smooth center tread section -...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,142
Posted By t2p

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canton ave pgh - 30+ % grade with one portion @ 37 %

this guy did it on a...
Forum: Touring
06-07-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,172
Posted By t2p

yikes would not want to ride any portion of the...

yikes would not want to ride any portion of the gap on 28’s

don’t even like to ride relatively smooth paved trails on anything less than 32’s
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
06-07-24, 10:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 318
Posted By t2p

how does the virginia creeper trail compare to...

how does the virginia creeper trail compare to some others you have ridden ? … gap … montour trail … otet … allegheny river trail … ?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 939
Posted By t2p

first thing I would evaluate on daughter’s bike...

first thing I would evaluate on daughter’s bike are the tires

unless you are doing spirited 20+ mph paceline rides - or significant distances - good chance the flat bar bike can suffice
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 939
Posted By t2p

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Shimano makes short reach levers (brake/shift assemblies) for small hands
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Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 09:49 AM
Replies: 4,272
Views: 106,904
Posted By t2p

I can do a 30 - 40 mile ride on (just) a donut...

I can do a 30 - 40 mile ride on (just) a donut and coffee

so using Jethro Bodine math extrapolation - I should be good for 300+ miles if I consume 12 donuts ?

who knew endurance riding could...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 4,272
Views: 106,904
Posted By t2p

white flour - fat - sugar - deep fried … the...

white flour - fat - sugar - deep fried … the perfect food

I will celebrate tomorrow @ tour de donut (new wilmington pa)

but still undecided if will do the 12 donut thing …
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 02:59 AM
Replies: 4,272
Views: 106,904
Posted By t2p

wut pulling for Boston ? smh

wut

pulling for Boston ? smh
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 02:57 AM
Replies: 4,272
Views: 106,904
Posted By t2p

I don’t know if the Mavs can play the level of...

I don’t know if the Mavs can play the level of defense required to beat the Celtics
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 02:53 AM
Replies: 4,272
Views: 106,904
Posted By t2p

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-07-24, 12:07 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 339
Posted By t2p

gravel ? have a nearby Trek LBS - Trek...

gravel ? have a nearby Trek LBS - Trek Checkpoint is an option

steel gravel bike ? consider a Jamis Renegade
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 11:50 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 346
Posted By t2p

for me - if the Paramount was a Series 50 or...

for me - if the Paramount was a Series 50 or higher it would tip the scales in favor of the Paramount

there is a fairly significant jump in quality of the 1991 Series 50 (and above) frame / fork...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-06-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 381
Posted By t2p

this might partially explain why I’m now so fast...

this might partially explain why I’m now so fast on my vintage MTB shod with 26” Conti Race King tires

can barely stop the bike - to the point where I’ve had to dismount while moving at the end of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 06:30 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,578
Posted By t2p

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-24, 08:46 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 977
Posted By t2p

might consider compressionless (housing) brake...

might consider compressionless (housing) brake cable if you are going the mech route
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 10,251
Posted By t2p

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littlest t2p gives two thumbs up to the MIP drivers
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-24, 05:23 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 977
Posted By t2p

not too common - but my lbs has switched a few...

not too common - but my lbs has switched a few bikes from hydraulic to mech … switched to Avid (BB something ? BB 7 ?) and also to TRP Spyke

another option is an inexpensive Shimano hydraulic set...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 614
Posted By t2p

Let that be a lesson for anyone that considers a...

Let that be a lesson for anyone that considers a used Roubaix !
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 587
Posted By t2p

I’ve had success cleaning rotors and pads - and...

I’ve had success cleaning rotors and pads - and also ran into cases when *nothing* would work … then new pads made the difference

with the OP’s bike the good news is the rotors and pads are...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 859
Posted By t2p

^^^^ this one of the more durable tires -...

^^^^ this

one of the more durable tires - thick tread - but not a fast tire
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-04-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 12,644
Posted By t2p

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,309
Posted By t2p

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,309
Posted By t2p

No - but I would go with another stem lol (...

No - but I would go with another stem lol

( in other words - yes )
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 4,272
Views: 106,904
Posted By t2p

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-24, 11:00 PM
Replies: 4,272
Views: 106,904
Posted By t2p

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-03-24, 09:36 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 408
Posted By t2p

outstanding !

outstanding !
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-03-24, 12:04 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 812
Posted By t2p

replace my helmet when the pads or straps become...

replace my helmet when the pads or straps become too deteriorated / nasty / whatever from sweat / salt
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,245
Posted By t2p

it’s all downhill from here

it’s all downhill from here
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-03-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 5,449
Views: 883,120
Posted By t2p

how long (time) was the double ? even at a...

how long (time) was the double ?

even at a decent clip a double gonna require some signif time in the saddle

add more time for climbing of course
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-02-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 5,449
Views: 883,120
Posted By t2p

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 635
Posted By t2p

another challenge can be finding tubes for 650b...

another challenge can be finding tubes for 650b 38 - 42 mm tires … or should I state lightweight (relatively) tubes for 650b 38 - 42 mm tires … many are 175 - 200 grams (per tube)

one option is to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 776
Posted By t2p

yes got a Topstone at a flea market ...

yes

got a Topstone at a flea market

size XS - I typically ride S

bought it because the price was right

I’m size S according to Cannondale Topstone size chart - but Topstone has a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 9,136
Views: 3,196,529
Posted By t2p

wow (almost) too nice to ride

wow (almost) too nice to ride
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 4,272
Views: 106,904
Posted By t2p

^^^^ wolf in sheep’s clothing

^^^^

wolf in sheep’s clothing
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-30-24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 3,628
Views: 1,018,990
Posted By t2p

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Snoopy was a force in the air - and on the ground !
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 09:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 635
Posted By t2p

650b 30 and 32mm can be very $$$ pricey - almost...

650b 30 and 32mm can be very $$$ pricey - almost $100 per tire :( at BTD (Bike Tires Direct) which often has relatively good prices on Conti tires … they do have 650b 28mm for around $70 per tire
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-27-24, 11:18 PM
Replies: 5,449
Views: 883,120
Posted By t2p

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Montour trail
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-27-24, 10:38 PM
Replies: 174
Views: 67,709
Posted By t2p

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 635
Posted By t2p

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650b x 42 GK slick (mounted - they actually measure 43mm mounted on these...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-24, 07:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 635
Posted By t2p

Continental GP 650b x 30 or 32mm ? these...

Continental GP 650b x 30 or 32mm ?

these would roll as well or better than the Conti GP 25mm


a few other 650b options in a slick or similar tire include

Panaracer GK slick (27.5 x 1.5 /...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-25-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 12,644
Posted By t2p

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-25-24, 04:28 PM
Replies: 5,449
Views: 883,120
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