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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-24, 05:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 311
Posted By Reynolds

Actually they don't "work" better than Tektro -...

Actually they don't "work" better than Tektro - I've never tested brakes to the limit, like on a long and fast downhill, but for my peaceful style of riding both Tektro and Shimano work OK, no...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 09:18 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 311
Posted By Reynolds

I'm using Shimano Deore. They work Ok, better...

I'm using Shimano Deore. They work Ok, better than Tektro IMO, and they are not expensive.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 399
Posted By Reynolds

Not new - BITD wheelbase could be adjusted with...

Not new - BITD wheelbase could be adjusted with dropout screws on road racing bikes.:50:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-18-24, 05:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 553
Posted By Reynolds

For looks nothing beats safety wire, or castle...

For looks nothing beats safety wire, or castle nuts with cotter pins.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,856
Posted By Reynolds

Totally agree with this. As for me, 50/11 would...

Totally agree with this. As for me, 50/11 would be too much, 50 or even 48/12 might be enough.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,856
Posted By Reynolds

I heard some call them "plastique".

I heard some call them "plastique".
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 08:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 599
Posted By Reynolds

You should ask these guys: ...

You should ask these guys:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gVwumvznDxY
But maybe you'll need some secret/hard to find component...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 08:03 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 616
Posted By Reynolds

Only 1 post mentioned a tire boot - it's an...

Only 1 post mentioned a tire boot - it's an important item for me. Rarely used, but it can save the day when needed. Of course you can improvise it, but better to have a proper one ready.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 07:30 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,856
Posted By Reynolds

Beat me to it. A disc brake 3x bike is one of the...

Beat me to it. A disc brake 3x bike is one of the most dangerous things to operate.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,043
Posted By Reynolds

Since we're telling our experiences, I recall a...

Since we're telling our experiences, I recall a weird one: it was late at night, I was climbing an overpass, alone, no cars, nobody on sight. A car came from behind, slowed down, some guys stared at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 605
Posted By Reynolds

There are various shades, but for me most are...

There are various shades, but for me most are definitely green.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 650
Posted By Reynolds

Not Pinarello IMO.

Not Pinarello IMO.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 3,831
Posted By Reynolds

Nobody mentioned that a road bike must have...

Nobody mentioned that a road bike must have clipless pedals. To me, using flat pedals on a road bike is like wearing sneakers with a 3 piece suit. Same with drop bars.
That said, I use flat pedals...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-24, 07:12 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,043
Posted By Reynolds

My worst incident of that kind on a bike was when...

My worst incident of that kind on a bike was when riding on country road across a low, swamp-like area. 2 or 3 of us were hit by flying pebbles, drawing blood in one case. We stopped and saw some pre...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 10:44 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,778
Posted By Reynolds

I noticed when pros get cramps while racing they...

I noticed when pros get cramps while racing they counter intuitively use a higher gear.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 05:00 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,778
Posted By Reynolds

Like said above, probably cramps causes aren't...

Like said above, probably cramps causes aren't completely understood. In my case, I rarely get cramps, but when I do, it's in my adductors and after long and intense (for my level) rides or races. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-24, 05:30 AM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,000
Posted By Reynolds

Climbing on the drops, Pantani style...

Climbing on the drops, Pantani style...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-24, 09:42 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,510
Posted By Reynolds

I like Campy for its history and significance in...

I like Campy for its history and significance in road racing; an Italian road racing bike must have Campy IMO.
But I like Dura-Ace for its aesthetics (7400 w/downtube shifters esp.) and performance...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-24, 09:35 PM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,000
Posted By Reynolds

She looks like a true road cyclist.

She looks like a true road cyclist.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,359
Posted By Reynolds

Neat!

Neat!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,887
Posted By Reynolds

Sorry to hear that. He was a great contributor to...

Sorry to hear that. He was a great contributor to this forum.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 12:03 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,510
Posted By Reynolds

Not an expert by a looong shot, by I'd like every...

Not an expert by a looong shot, by I'd like every possible Dura-Ace component on it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,633
Posted By Reynolds

Great ride, congrats!

Great ride, congrats!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 2,649
Views: 648,000
Posted By Reynolds

Just wanted to say thank you to all those who...

Just wanted to say thank you to all those who keep this great thread alive.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,360
Posted By Reynolds

San Marco Rolls FTW.

San Marco Rolls FTW.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,360
Posted By Reynolds

Reminds me of a coworker I once had. She was a...

Reminds me of a coworker I once had. She was a womansplainer and one of her faves was telling men what mansplaining was, how bad it was and why they should never do it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-24, 06:52 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,360
Posted By Reynolds

Rule #5.

Rule #5.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,498
Posted By Reynolds

Looks great for e-bikes.

Looks great for e-bikes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-01-24, 06:07 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,963
Posted By Reynolds

Problem is it's difficult to describe "how tight"...

Problem is it's difficult to describe "how tight" to someone who hasn't had much experience. I've seen 10mm bolts snapped by guys who thought they were not tight enough, and 5mm bolts let too loose...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-24, 05:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 380
Posted By Reynolds

Very nice! Eclectic build...

Very nice! Eclectic build...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,585
Posted By Reynolds

+1, and you could use a Dremel to get a neat end.

+1, and you could use a Dremel to get a neat end.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-31-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 502
Posted By Reynolds

Maybe too late for the OP, but since you're...

Maybe too late for the OP, but since you're learning and have limited time, the most important part of this job IMO is getting a replacement headset with EXACTLY the same dimensions of the present...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-24, 08:18 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,963
Posted By Reynolds

Since everything you tried failed so far, I'd...

Since everything you tried failed so far, I'd take out the fork and check if there's anything wrong with the steerer.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-24, 11:01 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,609
Posted By Reynolds

Mirrors on city bikes, but NOT on road bikes! On...

Mirrors on city bikes, but NOT on road bikes! On road bikes you should always look back under your arm - of course, your stem must be at least 10cm lower than your bars.
This might be added to "The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 843
Posted By Reynolds

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/380x480/estilo_de_bicicleta_bc27e00a115177a84f44b37df3a9253d269efc4a.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-24, 08:49 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,372
Posted By Reynolds

I've seen (but can't recall where) nylon headless...

I've seen (but can't recall where) nylon headless slotted M5 screws for that purpose. They were a little bit oversized to get a snug fit.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-24, 12:01 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,034
Posted By Reynolds

Update: tried both washers positions, braking is...

Update: tried both washers positions, braking is clearly better with the thicker washer inside, arms with more spread.
I'm not new to bicycle mechanics and have installed a lot of V brakes over the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-24, 05:46 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,609
Posted By Reynolds

I've used bar end and handlebar mirrors, but...

I've used bar end and handlebar mirrors, but found it annoying that I kept hitting or snagging them on doors, walls, furniture, etc. And I trust looking back more.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-26-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,539
Posted By Reynolds

In my experience most motorcyclists show respect....

In my experience most motorcyclists show respect. Only once had a negative experience with a delivery guy who was in a hurry, but nothing serious. On the other hand, many motorcyclists give me a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,293
Posted By Reynolds

This is my bike: ...

This is my bike:


https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1600x1200/dscn2804_553de4935d62c75432f5203c84107b18ba0ac652.jpg
With this setup I have 4 hand positions - bar ends, grips,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,017
Posted By Reynolds

Roller chains are important of course, but I...

Roller chains are important of course, but I think some kind of belt drive could have worked too. Some early motorcycles had them IIRC.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,017
Posted By Reynolds

Strictly speaking, pneumatic tires were invented...

Strictly speaking, pneumatic tires were invented for a child's trike, but very soon were used in racing bikes (before than cars). And ball bearings, though invented around the end of the 1700s, were...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-24, 04:08 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,963
Posted By Reynolds

As said above, quill adapters don't have a star...

As said above, quill adapters don't have a star nut. They use a wedge that is tightened with the top bolt.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-24, 11:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 753
Posted By Reynolds

I have Rolls on 3 of my bikes and find them very...

I have Rolls on 3 of my bikes and find them very comfortable, did a lot of 6+ hours rides on them, even a couple of 12 hours rides without any problems. Tried a Flite that was OK, but still like the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,017
Posted By Reynolds

1: Pneumatic tires and ball bearings, by far. ...

1: Pneumatic tires and ball bearings, by far.
Then, diamond frame, threaded wire spokes in tension, roller chain, etc.
And not vital but important, freewheel, variable gears.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,963
Posted By Reynolds

Where's the slipping, at the stem/adapter...

Where's the slipping, at the stem/adapter interface or at the adapter/steerer?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-24, 05:23 PM
Replies: 195
Views: 10,162
Posted By Reynolds

Well, most women meet a lot more men than bears...

Well, most women meet a lot more men than bears...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-24, 01:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,034
Posted By Reynolds

Right, that's why I asked about brake arm...

Right, that's why I asked about brake arm paralellism. There were Vs with a paralellogram linkage (XTR IIRC) to address this, but I heard they had their own problems, like developing play.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,034
Posted By Reynolds

Thanks, I can adjust that with washers.

Thanks, I can adjust that with washers.
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