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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 01:13 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,547
Posted By shelbyfv

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/504x491/screenshot_2024_06_17_2_12_51_pm_19c80fa86bc3f999294e864d9ab4cc9521cd0c78.png
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-17-24, 01:07 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 98
Posted By shelbyfv

Here's the previous thread in case anyone wants...

Here's the previous thread in case anyone wants more. WalMart bike thing (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1295781-walmart-ozark-trails-graveler-248-competition-thread.html)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,547
Posted By shelbyfv

Yep, most want optimal control when approaching a...

Yep, most want optimal control when approaching a squirrel in the road.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,547
Posted By shelbyfv

I'm confident the BF IT sleuths are all over this...

I'm confident the BF IT sleuths are all over this one though it can take awhile. :thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-24, 04:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 199
Posted By shelbyfv

Ultegra 6600 pulley sets are still readily...

Ultegra 6600 pulley sets are still readily available for under $20. :foo: Easy to determine if issue is related to pulleys but be prepared to look elsewhere.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-24, 04:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,285
Posted By shelbyfv

Seems as if every other rider had one of those...

Seems as if every other rider had one of those BITD. Can't remember that last time I saw one on the road. Evocative of a time for sure.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 173
Posted By shelbyfv

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1830x819/screenshot_2024_06_16_5_34_07_pm_5b89a5e79498d9f920cee3b411f328fbc9be006d.png
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-24, 02:03 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 879
Posted By shelbyfv

OP- if you are looking for easier gearing you...

OP- if you are looking for easier gearing you might consider a GRX 46-30 crank. Easy swap and you won't have to go mega cassette. Save weight too. :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 879
Posted By shelbyfv

Not surprising you are faster with the electric...

Not surprising you are faster with the electric equivalent of three pros on the bike with you! :D I hope the speed and elevation brag is tongue in cheek. :beer:
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-16-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 165
Posted By shelbyfv

I think OP is looking at a 2023 Aspero with 2X...

I think OP is looking at a 2023 Aspero with 2X and a $ discount.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,547
Posted By shelbyfv

Most of us would be.

Most of us would be.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 566
Posted By shelbyfv

More inverse snobbery, pops up here every few...

More inverse snobbery, pops up here every few months. Pro tip- if you can't afford decent bikes, get a job and spend less time at the keyboard. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 01:17 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,547
Posted By shelbyfv

No they don't.

No they don't.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 01:16 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,547
Posted By shelbyfv

This seems astonishingly hard to grasp....

This seems astonishingly hard to grasp. :rolleyes: I'm curious to see how he'll turn this lame thread into a fight.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 566
Posted By shelbyfv

Speaking of Buffoonery....

:beer:https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1005x772/screenshot_2024_06_16_1_08_52_pm_9876f465a9d7b9e13800f35bcdac0d512a21e17f.png
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-16-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 165
Posted By shelbyfv

Both Shimano? The Cervelo has a threaded bottom...

Both Shimano? The Cervelo has a threaded bottom bracket and shop support in addition to the $. :thumb:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-16-24, 06:42 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,138
Posted By shelbyfv

I too might be interested in a MUSA ethically...

I too might be interested in a MUSA ethically enhanced helmet. Which are you using?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-24, 06:24 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 879
Posted By shelbyfv

After years of steel and Ti, I'm thinking of...

After years of steel and Ti, I'm thinking of carbon for my next bike. Which brands are the worst for cracking and should be avoided? :foo:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 05:52 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 174
Posted By shelbyfv

Buy both if the components on the Fuji are nicer....

Buy both if the components on the Fuji are nicer. Swap them to the Trek, Trek stuff to the Fuji. Sell the Fuji. As a novice, a 15 year old carbon frame is a pig in a poke.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 05:45 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 901
Posted By shelbyfv

^^^Yep:thumb:

^^^Yep:thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 02:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 901
Posted By shelbyfv

All resolved in duplicate thread - "I guess I’m...

All resolved in duplicate thread -
"I guess I’m wondering if maybe I could upgrade my wheels to carbon and stick with 25 inch tires and ride that for a little bit longer until I decide I need...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 402
Posted By shelbyfv

Try it and find out? No need to wonder. :foo:...

Try it and find out? No need to wonder. :foo: Report back.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 01:21 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 163
Posted By shelbyfv

Duplicate thread here...

Duplicate thread here (https://www.bikeforums.net/hybrid-bicycles/1296097-trek-2023-fx3-2024-fx3.html) .
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 566
Posted By shelbyfv

Would be great If OP could be bothered to learn...

Would be great If OP could be bothered to learn the difference between a nice old bike worth attention and the POS stuff he seems drawn to. :foo:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 11:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 351
Posted By shelbyfv

FWIW, OP has already asked about carbon wheels in...

FWIW, OP has already asked about carbon wheels in this (https://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discussion/1295973-buy-new-bike-upgrade-2013-foil.html) thread, lots of info there. :foo:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 05:09 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 566
Posted By shelbyfv

Thanks for including info so essential to the...

Thanks for including info so essential to the valuation. :twitchy:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-24, 04:58 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 826
Posted By shelbyfv

Happy resolution :beer:

Happy resolution :beer:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-24, 04:57 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 263
Posted By shelbyfv

Here's his thread about the current brakes...

Here's his thread about the current brakes (https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/1295628-these-darn-brakes.html) .
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 437
Posted By shelbyfv

^^^ I expect many of us ride with too low cadence...

^^^ I expect many of us ride with too low cadence to be efficient. It feels so unnatural to spin. I got a cadence sensor a few years ago and gave up after a month or so. I have no idea how long it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 04:34 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,190
Posted By shelbyfv

IMO, Shimano helped many of us when they changed...

IMO, Shimano helped many of us when they changed the 11 speed FD to drop the chain to the low trim (?) position rather than all the way in. Much more difficult to drop a chain when shifting as we...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 05:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 263
Posted By shelbyfv

Merlin...

Merlin (https://www.merlincycles.com/en-us/mtb-disc-brakes-81175/) has some Shimano hydraulics for close to $200.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 274
Posted By shelbyfv

I've never needed extra water on that type of...

I've never needed extra water on that type of event because I'm compelled to stop for food whenever it's offered. :o
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 437
Posted By shelbyfv

First you need to find out if larger rings are...

First you need to find out if larger rings are available for that crank. You'll need to be able to raise the FD enough to clear the big ring and the middle ring during the shift. Trial and error. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 11:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 437
Posted By shelbyfv

Thanks, I missed that it's a motor bike. Never...

Thanks, I missed that it's a motor bike. Never mind....:roflmao:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 11:16 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 437
Posted By shelbyfv

You'll need to post what front derailleur and...

You'll need to post what front derailleur and shifter you have as well as the size of the middle and small chainrings. Assume you have found 54t and 56t rings that will fit your crank? Usually...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 763
Posted By shelbyfv

I agree in general, but few of us have the...

I agree in general, but few of us have the background to understand this sort of thing. I'd guess no more than 10% have even one college physics class. Sometimes we need to accept our limitations....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 763
Posted By shelbyfv

And for those of us who were not Physics majors...

And for those of us who were not Physics majors or even Mechanical Engineers, best not to second guess the mfg, just follow the instructions. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 04:58 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 890
Posted By shelbyfv

Thank you. :beer: :roflmao:

Thank you. :beer:

:roflmao:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,190
Posted By shelbyfv

Post #28 suggests the bike may have come with a...

Post #28 suggests the bike may have come with a chain keeper. If that's the case, it might better protect against dropped chain damage than a tube shield. :foo:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 763
Posted By shelbyfv

Yes, clearly the bike is a poor fit and that's a...

Yes, clearly the bike is a poor fit and that's a whole other can of worms. :popcorn
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 763
Posted By shelbyfv

I'd follow the manufacturer's instructions,...

I'd follow the manufacturer's instructions, regardless of random speculation on the internet. That includes spacer stack, rider weight and any prohibition of stem extenders. If you really need 60mm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 219
Posted By shelbyfv

I'd suggest you look at the Cannondale Topstone 1...

I'd suggest you look at the Cannondale Topstone 1 if you have a convenient dealer. Comparable $ but Shimano instead of SRAM.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 776
Posted By shelbyfv

I actually know someone who had a nice bike...

I actually know someone who had a nice bike stolen. He left it on a rack in a hotel parking lot. Ooops. :o
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 890
Posted By shelbyfv

Tubeless under those circumstances seems a...

Tubeless under those circumstances seems a no-brainer. Guess there wouldn't be enough drama and hand holding. :twitchy:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,190
Posted By shelbyfv

:foo: I don't think even the OP is claiming bad...

:foo: I don't think even the OP is claiming bad customer service. He was disappointed but seemed to understand that user error was involved. The notion that the bike industry as a whole (or even...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 04:57 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 890
Posted By shelbyfv

Tubeless sealant will fill most punctures small...

Tubeless sealant will fill most punctures small enough to cause a "slow leak."
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 06:33 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,190
Posted By shelbyfv

A chain catcher might be a useful addition. A...

A chain catcher might be a useful addition. A friend destroyed the BB shell of a Cervelo but I think he may have dropped the chain more than once. :o
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 462
Posted By shelbyfv

Nice! :thumb:

Nice! :thumb:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-24, 04:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 232
Posted By shelbyfv

Still nice. :thumb:

Still nice. :thumb:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 364
Posted By shelbyfv

I wonder if OP actually knows what a chainstay...

I wonder if OP actually knows what a chainstay is? First he seemed surprised to learn there are two, now he's posted a pic that doesn't even show the chainstay/dropout interface in question. :foo:
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