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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 11:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,397
Posted By PromptCritical

Great thread!

Great thread!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-24, 10:53 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 71
Posted By PromptCritical

They are pretty easy to find on eBay. I’m running...

They are pretty easy to find on eBay. I’m running triples on my road bikes as my knees were made when Eisenhower was President.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,521
Posted By PromptCritical

Tubulars are in interesting idea. I loved them...

Tubulars are in interesting idea. I loved them when I raced in college. I still use them on my track bike, and I have an extra set of tubular rims, so maybe I should go down that road.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 101
Posted By PromptCritical

Thanks! Climbing on a tandem is sketchy at...

Thanks!

Climbing on a tandem is sketchy at best, although at least we won't be at 9,000' like when we toured the canyons in Southern Utah!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 101
Posted By PromptCritical

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 12:49 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 950
Posted By PromptCritical

Just finished the first season. Looking forward...

Just finished the first season. Looking forward to the second!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-24, 11:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 101
Posted By PromptCritical

Carpinteria CA Road Rides

My stoker and I are taking our tandem to Carpinteria this weekend and are looking for some advice on potential rides. A couple of routes in the 30-50 mile range and 2,000 to 3,000’ of climbing?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-16-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,321
Posted By PromptCritical

Where did you get the vented rotors?

Where did you get the vented rotors?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,521
Posted By PromptCritical

I was able to fit a 28mm tire on her this...

I was able to fit a 28mm tire on her this morning! Very close fit, but it works. Good thing the wheel is true; there can’t be more than a mm of space on either side.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 11:21 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,521
Posted By PromptCritical

Totally agree!

Totally agree!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 06:13 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,521
Posted By PromptCritical

Funny anecdote about Rob Volz and I from about...

Funny anecdote about Rob Volz and I from about 10-12 years ago. I bought an old Alfa Romeo from him! We must be related through some Italian connection!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 05:49 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,521
Posted By PromptCritical

I had a Brooks saddle back in the day and really...

I had a Brooks saddle back in the day and really liked it. I wonder if I'd still like one.......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 05:34 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,521
Posted By PromptCritical

I have. They aren't period correct and if I'm...

I have. They aren't period correct and if I'm going to cross that bridge, I'd rather use a better solution (trying to keep my irrational personal animosity toward them from showing.......I had them...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 05:31 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,521
Posted By PromptCritical

After mulling this over last night, I think I'm...

After mulling this over last night, I think I'm going to ask John if he can modify the frame to accept a modern hub. I don't want a garage queen and I can live with the brifters being non-period...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 10:40 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,521
Posted By PromptCritical

So, I was on a ride in Carlsbad this morning and...

So, I was on a ride in Carlsbad this morning and John Murphy of Columbine Cycles returned my call. We chatted for a few minutes and he gave me his thoughts on frame design and asked a few questions...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,521
Posted By PromptCritical

Does anyone know of brifters for an old school...

Does anyone know of brifters for an old school 6-speed freewheel cluster?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 09:15 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,521
Posted By PromptCritical

Modifying the frame is not in the plan. I'm...

Modifying the frame is not in the plan. I'm thinking about a 650b rear wheel, but I need to put some miles on her before I decide (rim, spokes, hub + brake....$$$). I think I'll slide a 26" wheel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 09:09 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 988
Posted By PromptCritical

Remember vacuum operated windshield wipers? Great...

Remember vacuum operated windshield wipers? Great for driving up to the ski lodge in a snowstorm!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 09:08 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 988
Posted By PromptCritical

Nicely done!

Nicely done!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:06 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,521
Posted By PromptCritical

My artistic director (adult daughter with a...

My artistic director (adult daughter with a killer aesthetic) is suggesting leather bar tape. https://soumaleather.com/en-us/products/leather-handlebar-tape-for-bicycle?variant=39986274795580
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,521
Posted By PromptCritical

Yeah, I've been thinking about a 650b conversion....

Yeah, I've been thinking about a 650b conversion. Period correct rims in 650b are tough to find, and I don't want to do something goofy like black rims. Do you really think I need to go all the way...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 03:42 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,521
Posted By PromptCritical

Well, she’s done expect for some nits and a...

Well, she’s done expect for some nits and a tune-up!
Rides very well and is quiet. Wow is she quick. Not at all laid back like my Colnago.
I’ll need to true-up the wheels after I put a few miles on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 988
Posted By PromptCritical

Yeah......I can remember riding up Mt. Baldy with...

Yeah......I can remember riding up Mt. Baldy with 52/42 - 13/18 6-speed. Those days are long gone. Now I'm looking for something smaller than a 30T for my triple.:cry:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:24 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 988
Posted By PromptCritical

Nicely done!

Nicely done!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-24, 04:20 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,521
Posted By PromptCritical

Well, she's together enough to take for a spin...

Well, she's together enough to take for a spin around the block. Built the front wheel last night while me and the missus watched TV. Bike is crazy quick!!!! Feels good to ride.

I still have a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-14-24, 04:14 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

There may be some red loctite in my...

There may be some red loctite in my future....:foo:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-14-24, 04:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 535
Posted By PromptCritical

DM sent.

DM sent.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-13-24, 07:13 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

So, what is the purpose of the aluminum inserts...

So, what is the purpose of the aluminum inserts in the seat tube and headset? Just a cheap way to achieve the needed inside diameter? Is a squeaking seat post a common occurrence (that would drive me...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-12-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

This Tekne series...

This Tekne series (https://www.teknecycling.com/collection/how-to-choose-a-gravel-bike-part-2-geometry) is very enlightening; moving from theory to real world experience!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-12-24, 12:03 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

That sounds like a very flexible setup. Thanks...

That sounds like a very flexible setup. Thanks for pointing it out! Where did you see that price? I'm seeing more in the $600+ range.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-12-24, 09:28 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

It seems forks with more than 50mm of offset are...

It seems forks with more than 50mm of offset are hard to find (I've only found 1). At $600+, that's an expensive experiment. Wolftooth (and others) makes a geoshift angle headset)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 865
Posted By PromptCritical

I have a Campy racing triple on the rear of my...

I have a Campy racing triple on the rear of my Columbine build with a 6-speed freewheel (13-18,,,,ahhh, the old days) and it works fine so far (not many miles on it yet).
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-11-24, 05:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 189
Posted By PromptCritical

Yeah, I my torso is short relative to my inseam....

Yeah, I my torso is short relative to my inseam. Was a lot easier 45 years ago.......
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-11-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 189
Posted By PromptCritical

Thanks, but I should have been more clear. 64cm+...

Thanks, but I should have been more clear. 64cm+ c-t-c.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-11-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 189
Posted By PromptCritical

WTB: Colnago 64cm frame

Steel only. Straight. Paint not important.
Forum: Framebuilders
06-10-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 228
Posted By PromptCritical

Source for Blem Tubes & lugs for practice

I'm starting to teach myself how to braze and am at the point where I need some lugs and tubing.

Anyone know where to get blems or other scrap but useable materials?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-10-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

I'll bet that AL/CAN ride was awesome. It's on my...

I'll bet that AL/CAN ride was awesome. It's on my bucket list!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-10-24, 02:17 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/640x433/mercer_r1_e013_642e6e164a29627ad9b7e2cef9b6f82e8966720d.jpeg
Sometimes the right wrist can help with geometry challenges!


Yeah,...
Forum: Southern California
06-10-24, 02:14 PM
Replies: 2,964
Views: 395,045
Posted By PromptCritical

Friday-Ride from Scripps Ranch to Mission Valley,...

Friday-Ride from Scripps Ranch to Mission Valley, walk and ride hime with a broken shift cable (great opportunity for cross training)!

Saturday - 30 mi ride up the coast from Solana Beach to the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-10-24, 08:16 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

So, in summary and a gross oversimplifiction, the...

So, in summary and a gross oversimplifiction, the Lynskey tends to have more stable turning and not be as quick as other frames (all other things the same) as a frame with less trail, corect?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-10-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

My experience exactly, but motorcycle suspension...

My experience exactly, but motorcycle suspension is much more tuneable and far, far fewer choices so test rides are possible.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-10-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

Very helpful - thanks.

Very helpful - thanks.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-09-24, 10:59 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

​​​​​​​what size frame? Riding style? Any bags on...

​​​​​​​what size frame? Riding style? Any bags on front or rear? Stem length?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-09-24, 10:56 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

How do you decide on the specifications?...

How do you decide on the specifications? Subjective objectives, weight, riding style and builder’s experience?

TiDave is currently building me a tandem fork. Not due until December 😩
Forum: Southern California
06-09-24, 10:26 PM
Replies: 2,964
Views: 395,045
Posted By PromptCritical

VCSD ride from Pt. Loma to IB and up to Coronado...

VCSD ride from Pt. Loma to IB and up to Coronado ~30 mi. Then home Scripps Ranch (another 30).

Great day. Tailwinds going home !
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-09-24, 06:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 525
Posted By PromptCritical

Doubtful it is weak arms. I have found on our...

Doubtful it is weak arms. I have found on our tandem that moving weight forward (adding stuff from our rear rack to the front pack) helps.

Slow is challenging.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-09-24, 05:28 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

Yes. The subjective nature of it all makes it...

Yes. The subjective nature of it all makes it challenging. It’s not like clothes that you can try on before you buy.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 05:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 430
Posted By PromptCritical

That’s two words. :lol:

That’s two words.
:lol:
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-09-24, 08:33 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

I have a BTLos rim ordered and scored a...

I have a BTLos rim ordered and scored a misslabeld rolf hub on eBay for $40, so I'm going to use those for one wheel. Not sure I'm ready to trust carbon spokes. Thoughts?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-09-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 1,737
Posted By PromptCritical

Great, thank you. The riding results from the...

Great, thank you. The riding results from the trail numbers are very helpful are very helpful! That's what I find difficult to find.
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