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05-27-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 95
Posted By veganbikes

My solution is to up the budget...LOL. I say if...

My solution is to up the budget...LOL. I say if you are building a wheel set or better yet having a professional build it put good parts into it because it will last a looong time so the initial cost...
05-27-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 127
Posted By veganbikes

A motorized vehicle with a throttle that also has...

A motorized vehicle with a throttle that also has pedals would be a moped. A bicycle that has a motor but can only be operated via pedaling would be an e-bicycle. A fully motorized vehicle with 2...
05-27-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 67
Posted By veganbikes

I would post pictures of it. Though yeah probably...

I would post pictures of it. Though yeah probably a professional would be the best bet but if you have the Park (or Campy or whomever) Alignment tools and they aren't bent too badly you might could...
Forum: Touring
05-27-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 77
Posted By veganbikes

I know Ergons I use nothing but Ergons for flat...

I know Ergons I use nothing but Ergons for flat bars and alt bars so I would recommend a variant of those.

The GC1s are specifically for sweptback bars and are great in that function. You might...
05-27-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 95
Posted By veganbikes

I would say handbuilt wheels would be the way to...

I would say handbuilt wheels would be the way to go. I do like H+Son I have used their rims on a few wheel sets now and they are great. The All City New Sheriffs would be my choice in hubs for...
05-27-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 113
Posted By veganbikes

You don't see Fender guitars with a bigger neck...

You don't see Fender guitars with a bigger neck to accommodate a Fender logo on it (not talking headstock though the 70s had the bigger logo if memory serves) .

In the end I think the comparison...
05-27-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 56
Posted By veganbikes

On a machine like that it probably doesn't matter...

On a machine like that it probably doesn't matter much the thing will likely not last long enough for battery health to be a huge concern or you will decide you like e-bikes and want to upgrade...
05-27-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 181
Posted By veganbikes

I would take it to a shop figure out the...

I would take it to a shop figure out the approximate cost to fix and reach out the the OEM and see if they are willing to cover the costs or pay you back.

In the end if you are biking to work get...
05-27-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 471
Posted By veganbikes

Basically the bike is a maybe mid level Schwinn...

Basically the bike is a maybe mid level Schwinn which is not that exciting in the Schwinn world the only bikes that really excite me from them are the Paramounts, the Homegrown series, the stingrays...
05-27-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 127
Posted By veganbikes

They show clearly motorcycles and e-mopeds not...

They show clearly motorcycles and e-mopeds not sure where e-bikes fit into that. Regardless though even if they were on actual bikes which require pedaling to move forward even if assisted that is...
Forum: Touring
05-26-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 279
Posted By veganbikes

I am going to throw a wrench in the gears get a 3...

I am going to throw a wrench in the gears get a 3 person tent and really live it up. I got the Copper Spur UL3 Bikepacking tent and it is a perfect tent, not super heavy and can easily be strapped to...
05-26-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 407
Posted By veganbikes

The REI bike is probably the best on that list....

The REI bike is probably the best on that list. Trying to find 1k drop bar bikes that are decent and new are going to be hard. However if you have a good frame and a bunch of parts you can build...
Forum: Fatbikes
05-26-24, 03:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 173
Posted By veganbikes

Press Fit isn't in itself horrible as headsets...

Press Fit isn't in itself horrible as headsets are press fit but the unfortunately there are a ton of different standards and quality between frame builders that can border on terrible. Threaded...
05-26-24, 03:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 595
Posted By veganbikes

The other party would be more at fault but both...

The other party would be more at fault but both parties have some fault. People riding the wrong way are the worst. However we should do our best to pay attention.
05-26-24, 02:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 413
Posted By veganbikes

Sure but in another thread that was mentioned as...

Sure but in another thread that was mentioned as a possibility.
05-26-24, 02:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 471
Posted By veganbikes

Not really lucked out but it is slightly better...

Not really lucked out but it is slightly better than what you thought it was. In the end though nothing super exciting. A Schwinn Paramount maybe but those are generally quite nice.
05-26-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 413
Posted By veganbikes

Generally most dealers are not going to post...

Generally most dealers are not going to post dealer information. You can find old catalogs pretty easily and sometimes they will have MSRP in them. However these days MSRP for an almost 40 year old...
05-26-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 445
Posted By veganbikes

I see that to a point but there are other ways to...

I see that to a point but there are other ways to lube. Renewable is good but avoiding harm to others is ideal.

I am curious to look into that BananaSlip.
05-25-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 637
Posted By veganbikes

I mean the Motobecane comparing bike to bike is a...

I mean the Motobecane comparing bike to bike is a nicer bike but much older the Sirius 1.0 is the absolute bottom of Specialized's line up. However it is quite a bit more modern but a lot so figure...
05-25-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 285
Posted By veganbikes

Wider tires are always better for bigger loads...

Wider tires are always better for bigger loads and smaller loads and everything in between. Wider tires are just generally better up to a certain point in most cases. In terms of tires, what size can...
05-24-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 895
Posted By veganbikes

Absolute garbage: There was a lovely...

Absolute garbage:
There was a lovely thraggiegrads about the differences between hex wrenches:
https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/1221633-hex-key-brand-comparison-photo-intensive.html
05-24-24, 07:02 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 445
Posted By veganbikes

I mean harmful to sheep as the shearing can very...

I mean harmful to sheep as the shearing can very much harm sheep and does frequently. I know the companies that use wool would love to paint a much different picture that is the case for any industry...
05-24-24, 06:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 132
Posted By veganbikes

Sure it may say something about drop bars but you...

Sure it may say something about drop bars but you are not on drop bars and it doesn't say that it won't work with swept back bars it is just that certain positions won't be as ideal but they mention...
05-24-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,318
Posted By veganbikes

scared_cyclist STOP seriously stop. Cycling is...

scared_cyclist STOP seriously stop. Cycling is not generally dangerous. People ride their bikes daily all over the the world with no crashes and no issues. The number of issues people have in...
05-24-24, 06:31 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 493
Posted By veganbikes

Agreed or most everything except riding on flats...

Agreed or most everything except riding on flats fixed is not as fun as a new rider. I did it and slipping off the pedals going down a hill was not fun.
05-24-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 493
Posted By veganbikes

Original thread here: ...

Original thread here:
https://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discussion/1294118-need-brake-suggestions-track-bike-fixie-toe-clip-pedal-suggestions.html
05-24-24, 02:24 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 132
Posted By veganbikes

This is a great resource on stem angling and...

This is a great resource on stem angling and geometry.
Stems - Soulcraft Cycles (http://soulcraftbikes.com/stems/)

In the end yes it could have an effect it will change your reach. Also you need...
05-24-24, 02:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 445
Posted By veganbikes

No I would generally just use a bicycle chain...

No I would generally just use a bicycle chain lube it is designed for the purpose and not super expensive. I guess if I desperate and had only some other thing and no bicycle lubricant but that...
05-24-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 493
Posted By veganbikes

The Windsor is a very initially cheap bike that...

The Windsor is a very initially cheap bike that has a brand name from an old defunct brand to give it more clout. I wouldn't put money towards it used and new I probably wouldn't either. A pound...
05-24-24, 01:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,363
Posted By veganbikes

I was a word off and didn't have the ever and I...

I was a word off and didn't have the ever and I also missed the comma in between shoe and "and" to be fair. But again I did state in the previous post I re-typed it not a direct copy paste. Also I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-24, 10:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 298
Posted By veganbikes

It should work fine. If you want to upgrade...

It should work fine. If you want to upgrade consider Kogel for Ceramic or my general go to of Wheels Manufacturing. However if you are just replacing DA is fine

Yes they recalled some older...
05-23-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,363
Posted By veganbikes

I did re-read what you actually said and that is...

I did re-read what you actually said and that is why the material I put in my post was actually what you wrote (not copy and pasted just retyped)

You did say you were considering it and yes maybe...
Forum: Touring
05-23-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 303
Posted By veganbikes

I wil put in a big word for Co-Motion, I have a...

I wil put in a big word for Co-Motion, I have a Cascadia and its s a great bike and they have others I wish I now had knowing what I know now but the bike is still fantastic.

Yes the Co-Motion is...
05-23-24, 09:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 919
Posted By veganbikes

When I got my first touring bike I said I don't...

When I got my first touring bike I said I don't need fenders and after one ride on some frequently muddy gravel I said "I wish I had fenders" and immediately bought some when I got to work the next...
05-23-24, 09:14 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,363
Posted By veganbikes

So Lake sent some shoes, that may not have been...

So Lake sent some shoes, that may not have been correct and a single email may have been sent but no sense of a response but already you are saying you will determine if "they literally get your...
Forum: Touring
05-23-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 195
Posted By veganbikes

I would go to your local bike shop and have them...

I would go to your local bike shop and have them measure. In terms of 26" wheels they are still pretty common and if nothing else hubs are easy to get and lots of good options for rims. If you are...
05-23-24, 06:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 394
Posted By veganbikes

Same way with single fixed, If you are literally...

Same way with single fixed, If you are literally running two chains then you would want everything to be the same size and nothing would change if you are running single chain it would be the same...
05-23-24, 05:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 53,454
Posted By veganbikes

Just FYI this is a thread from 2007

Just FYI this is a thread from 2007
05-23-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 1,536
Posted By veganbikes

Grease, anti-seize or fiber paste along with...

Grease, anti-seize or fiber paste along with proper installation and torque is crucial to a non-creaky seatpost (assuming seatpost is correct size)
05-23-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 390
Posted By veganbikes

Back in my day we called them Wheelybob...

Back in my day we called them Wheelybob Whirlamajigs and you could get 2 of them for a nickle by cracky.
05-23-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 819
Posted By veganbikes

The important thing to do is while you are...

The important thing to do is while you are running into the old lady you swing your spiked mace at her while shouting obscenities.

Seriously folks Foo goes in FOO!
05-23-24, 11:27 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 528
Posted By veganbikes

Unfortunately the Specialized Ground Control...

Unfortunately the Specialized Ground Control tires are MTB tires and not tubeless because Velocity and Spesh could have a winning combo and a funny ad: In search of new wheels and tires: Major Tom to...
05-23-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 377
Posted By veganbikes

The saddle is going to be wrong and the old...

The saddle is going to be wrong and the old saddle might not have been an issue it could have been poor adjustment for the rider. However if the position of the saddle on the seatpost is moving like...
05-23-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 379
Posted By veganbikes

There are some owners who know exactly where...

There are some owners who know exactly where everything is or what something is that hasn't been relevant since the 70s or 80s and was produced in such small numbers. Most of these guys who have been...
05-23-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 531
Posted By veganbikes

Your rear end and back will justify it for you,...

Your rear end and back will justify it for you, trust me : )
05-23-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 895
Posted By veganbikes

Yes you can become an authorized seller but...

Yes you can become an authorized seller but paying money doesn't necessarily make one an authorized seller and just calling yourself one does not mean much of anything. If you are actual authorized...
05-23-24, 09:48 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 700
Posted By veganbikes

I can see that but it wasn't a heavy discussion...

I can see that but it wasn't a heavy discussion on it, it was pretty short and over and then got briefly zombied and over but with different participants. It is one thing to have the exact same...
05-22-24, 05:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 295
Posted By veganbikes

Santa Cruz is also owned by PON now, they own a...

Santa Cruz is also owned by PON now, they own a lot of stuff and do a lot of stuff well beyond just bikes and VW importing. Their bike portion of the business is huge for them in terms of importance...
05-22-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 232
Posted By veganbikes

It is a low initial cost e-moped. Nothing great...

It is a low initial cost e-moped. Nothing great but if you have a good dealer near you it is slightly better. It has nicer inadequate brakes on it that would be fine on a lighter weight hybrid or...
05-22-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 895
Posted By veganbikes

If you bought it from an authorized retailer you...

If you bought it from an authorized retailer you know it is real if you didn't you DON'T CARE don't ask the question, you know the answer and if you don't you truly don't care. Even if real Park Tool...
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