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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-24, 01:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 128
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Thanke everyone! That makes sense. I...

Thanke everyone!

That makes sense.

I appreciate the assist.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 458
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Fair enough, I'll give you that....

Fair enough, I'll give you that....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 128
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Cable Housing End Crimper

I'm not 100% sure what the proper terminology is.
The crimper for the cable housing metal tip.
I've seen crimping that's radial (making 2 dents that circle the entire radius of the cable end) and a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,254
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Does setting up a BB7 truly frighten you THAT...

Does setting up a BB7 truly frighten you THAT much?
Just take it to a mechanic already!
Jeezemon!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 10:27 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 458
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

1st World Problems "I ride a bike for...

1st World Problems

"I ride a bike for exercise, should I get slightly more exercise by stopping at an intersection?"
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,254
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

In a straight line, on dry uncontaminated...

In a straight line, on dry uncontaminated pavement with most tires.

But, yeah... highly unlinely
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 167
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

.2"

.2"
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-24, 06:30 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,254
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Many here will answer every question except the...

Many here will answer every question except the one you asked.

Avid BB7's 160mm rotors for most applications.
I've used them with 203mm rotors on fat bikes and they have held up fine over the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-05-24, 06:21 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 190
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

1.75" should be fine for a more plush ride for...

1.75" should be fine for a more plush ride for around town
Schwalbe Marathons are on mine and fit with the stock fenders.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-05-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 195
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Out of an airplane within the troposphere, just...

Out of an airplane within the troposphere, just under 170mph (with a human attached)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 06:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 818
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

"then I kicked it up to 300 watts...." ...

"then I kicked it up to 300 watts...."



I don't remember calling it a road bike....

Just an older MTB. Not a particularly short chainstay.
I just finished a trail, nothing too interesting....
Forum: Fatbikes
06-04-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 242
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

You move the thing to push whatsit....

You move the thing to push whatsit....
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-04-24, 07:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,709
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Well, we'll expect pics and a review....

Well, we'll expect pics and a review....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 818
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Achievement! Different chains...

Achievement!



Different chains different bikes.
Chains are fine upon visual inspection.

No way I could have hit the cassette without severing the derailleur.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 818
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Steel. Yeah it threw me too. The more I...

Steel.

Yeah it threw me too.

The more I think of it, it's likely a combo of a bad shift and less than optimal material.

eh, it's time to upgrade anyway.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 818
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Checked for "stretch". Still within limits. ...

Checked for "stretch". Still within limits.

No pics, already fixed
The 42T was bent 45 degrees towards the smaller rings.
Put it in a vice and bent it back.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 09:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 818
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Cassette Damage. Quality or Shifting Technique

I've bent 3 different cassettes in the past year.
2 were ultra low quality 11-50T no name brand and one was 11-42T Microshift
The damage was usually one or two of the lowest 3 gears

Is this due...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 656
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I've actually heard: Cyclist #1: *snerks*...

I've actually heard:
Cyclist #1: *snerks* "hairnet"
Cyclist #2: "damn good idea"

I'll never be cool
(which is apparently "cool")
But I don't WANT to be "cool"
(which is even "cool"er)
[it...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-03-24, 06:22 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 859
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Narrow/Wide Chainring has eliminated any chain...

Narrow/Wide Chainring has eliminated any chain drop, even with my setup.
My local MUP has a LOT of tree roots pushing through and imperfections... not a single drop

Older hons had the double...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-03-24, 06:18 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 21,468
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Not to worry! If you've waited this long, your...

Not to worry!
If you've waited this long, your frame is probably already broken!
(and not supported)

Problem solved!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 08:48 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 656
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

As I learned recently here on BF: Hair net over...

As I learned recently here on BF:
Hair net over the helmet
Air goes through, bugs (generally) don't
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 455
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I avoid internal cables if possible

I avoid internal cables if possible
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-24, 11:41 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,759
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

The seat flips for a smaller fold, that's neat! ...

The seat flips for a smaller fold, that's neat!
Will it flip when hitting a bump causing a painful problem?

I need a MUCH closer look at the folding mechanisms AND a test ride.
Granted, it LOOKS...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 967
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I overlooked this. HELL YEAH!!!! [internet...

I overlooked this.

HELL YEAH!!!!
[internet HIGHEST of Fives]

Don't be angry at yourself for minor mistakes.
Do celebrate your victories.
(seriously)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 783
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Don't let VeggieTales chafe ya. He's part of...

Don't let VeggieTales chafe ya.
He's part of the Mysery Brigade(TM) here on BF and is never EVER happy.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-30-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,459
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Yes, that's my point. I'll take a few...

Yes, that's my point.

I'll take a few seconds to slow down go around instead of a few minutes getting back up or a few years in court.

It's not about being legally correct, it's the path of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 967
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Now you have an indestructible/immortal rear...

Now you have an indestructible/immortal rear wheel.

Small problems.

If I had a dollar for every delay.... I'd have yet ANOTHER bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 07:01 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 2,330
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Friction Thumb Shifters and Cable Disk Brakes. ...

Friction Thumb Shifters and Cable Disk Brakes.

(come at me bro)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 06:58 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 967
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Do not confuse idiocy with inexperience. So you...

Do not confuse idiocy with inexperience.
So you didn't know everything. Not the end of the world.
And it sounds like you had the right idea, just insufficient equipment.

I have a long list of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-24, 12:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 623
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Do you need the spacers for crankarm/chainstay...

Do you need the spacers for crankarm/chainstay clearance?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 783
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

It's fine. How you feel is the final test for...

It's fine. How you feel is the final test for fitting.

I typically down size my frame. Whatever the manufacturer suggests, and go one lower.

Human proportions have variance.

Enjoy the bike!
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-30-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 1,521
Views: 454,962
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Alaska?

Alaska?
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-30-24, 12:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 495
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Kitchen sink included? Me reading your...

Kitchen sink included?

Me reading your equipment list: Mmmm hmmm mmm hmm mmm hmmm.....

"Drone, Battery bank, cables"
7 year old me: KOOOOOOOOoooollll!!!!!!!
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-30-24, 12:38 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 137
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

There is a sticky post for Craigslist posts: ...

There is a sticky post for Craigslist posts:

https://www.bikeforums.net/folding-bikes/277091-best-craigslist-56.html
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-30-24, 12:34 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,459
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Speaking of stupid posts: MUP's are a...

Speaking of stupid posts:

MUP's are a compromise.
Making the best solution with the resources at hand.

I suggest that you stay on the road.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-30-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,459
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

You'll be ok. Try not to jump out in front...

You'll be ok.

Try not to jump out in front of me.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-24, 03:15 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,459
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

um.... k

um....
k
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 996
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Good news, you're not dead Bad news, you were...

Good news, you're not dead
Bad news, you were very VERY close to having a life altering or ending injury.

You get the "Brush with Death" patch.

take the healing and physical therapy seriously...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-24, 10:34 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,459
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I'm not interested in the written law. I'm...

I'm not interested in the written law.
I'm interested in the laws of physics.

1. If I hit something of similar or greater mass (includes even small peds), it hurts like hell.
2. People on MUP's...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-28-24, 11:31 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,459
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Accident on MUP, you are financially liable. ...

Accident on MUP, you are financially liable.

Accident on the road, dead.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-28-24, 10:20 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,459
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Peds have right of way, so it kinda IS the...

Peds have right of way, so it kinda IS the biker's fault.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,953
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I'm sure that's what it is.... I always...

I'm sure that's what it is....

I always wondered what a Bike Incel would look like.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,953
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Yes I'm serious, and stop calling me Shirley! ...

Yes I'm serious, and stop calling me Shirley!



Ya know when you've one-up'd someone when they're super triggered and throw a Full Blown Temper Tantrum....
Poor thing just HAS to have the last...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-27-24, 02:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 349
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Those older dahons more flexible? I've never...

Those older dahons more flexible?
I've never used one
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-26-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 12,953
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Update.... I had a similar derailleur...

Update....
I had a similar derailleur collecting dust so I decided to shorten it even shorter to see if I could get more clearance, Clarence.
And now I have 2.5" ground clearance (on gears 3 and 4)...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-26-24, 02:59 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,561
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

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Forum: Fatbikes
05-26-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 656
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Agreed, Giant doesn't impress me. Most models...

Agreed, Giant doesn't impress me.
Most models don't.

I need a small frame (good luck) and through axles and want a normal bottom bracket and a color selection that doesn't look like an acid trip...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 11:00 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,240
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

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Forum: Electric Bikes
05-25-24, 10:39 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 953
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

For electricity cost, assuming worst case...

For electricity cost, assuming worst case scenario: 1KWH battery charging with a 50% efficient charger in the highest priced state (Hawaii at .30 per KWH) it's cost the hotel a whopping $1.20 for 2...
Forum: Fatbikes
05-25-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 656
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Kinda. Higher end has the possibility of higher...

Kinda. Higher end has the possibility of higher tolerance fittings making press fit less likely to creak

Some company thought press fit was a good idea, other companies went "me too", users hated...
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