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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-28-20, 11:45 AM
Replies: 266
Views: 27,715
Posted By oldlady62

Walking is just falling, and then catching...

Walking is just falling, and then catching yourself from falling. Over and over ;)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-10-20, 12:18 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,565
Posted By oldlady62

Yeah, I used to commute year around in Seattle...

Yeah, I used to commute year around in Seattle and people were pretty rude about those bright lights on the Elliot Bay Trail. I couldn't see a darn thing!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-20, 08:02 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,375
Posted By oldlady62

Yeah. I think for the price of a used set it...

Yeah. I think for the price of a used set it would be worth it rather than spending the time and hassle of trying to track this thing down.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-20, 06:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,375
Posted By oldlady62

Stupid Me! I lost this part last month on my back patio.

I'm making this 30 year old bicycle ready to ride. Finally got the new tires and correct sized tubes. But, I took one brake pad off back in June so I could find a replacement. The current pads had no...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-20, 06:41 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,252
Posted By oldlady62

See, now this would be the perfect application...

See, now this would be the perfect application for those price guns you carry with you in the store like they have in Europe. You shoot the price when you put the item in your tote and then just...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-20, 06:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,252
Posted By oldlady62

When I started riding in June, there weren't many...

When I started riding in June, there weren't many people out on bikes. Lots of walkers, though. Then something happened during July. Me and my neighbor have been riding around the neighborhood a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-20, 06:26 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,971
Posted By oldlady62

I was hunting down some 559mm tires for a...

I was hunting down some 559mm tires for a refurbish and ended up purchasing from deporvillage.net in Europe. It took a little more than a week to arrive. Only problem was the cost of shipping, but at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-03-20, 06:17 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,720
Posted By oldlady62

I did this occasionally to wash my car when I...

I did this occasionally to wash my car when I lived in apartments. Would be even easier with a bike. Or find somebody with a sprinkler on and ride through. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-20, 06:10 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 8,355
Posted By oldlady62

That's the way we liked it in the 70s. ;) ...

That's the way we liked it in the 70s. ;) "Poofy" break cables.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-31-20, 07:08 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,568
Posted By oldlady62

Ok, I went through my facebook posts and the...

Ok, I went through my facebook posts and the recumbent trike I was looking at was a Sun. I know nothing about them, but here is a page that shows about 30 different models. ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-31-20, 06:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,568
Posted By oldlady62

WOW! I was looking at recumbants about 10 years...

WOW! I was looking at recumbants about 10 years ago and they weren't nearly that much. But they were too low for me to roooollll my but into. I think I had a photo on facebook of the bike I wanted,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-31-20, 06:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,804
Posted By oldlady62

That's a nice looking Townie. I was seduced by...

That's a nice looking Townie. I was seduced by the pretty colors, though. ;)
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-31-20, 06:43 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,804
Posted By oldlady62

I weigh about the same as you. I am currently...

I weigh about the same as you. I am currently riding an Electra townie 7d (ladies model). It doesn't have any problem with my weight, and from looking at "fitness/hybrids/commuter" bikes online,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-31-20, 06:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,659
Posted By oldlady62

I just got the email that said they are coming to...

I just got the email that said they are coming to the store for pick up. I probably would have forgotten anyway.

Congratulations on your miles! That's kind of how I had to finish, but on a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-31-20, 02:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,659
Posted By oldlady62

I just uploaded my last ride! Luckily I beat the...

I just uploaded my last ride! Luckily I beat the rain. 100.9 miles in 30 rides. I didn't think I was going to make it on that Townie. I hope I can get on a faster bike soon.

Strava sent me...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-20, 12:28 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,999
Posted By oldlady62

I do not believe that hideous metallic green is...

I do not believe that hideous metallic green is the original color after looking at a lot of photos online. Repainting is an easy DIY. I did my first when I was 17 years old. If you want some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-20, 08:20 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,999
Posted By oldlady62

I found this site with photos. It looks like...

I found this site with photos. It looks like there were a lot of chromes ones. https://www.kurtkaminer.com/TH_paramountregistry.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-20, 08:15 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,999
Posted By oldlady62

If it was mine, I would wash it and regrease it...

If it was mine, I would wash it and regrease it to make sure it still works, and I'd repaint it. Not a fan of that color, and it's pretty beat up. But that's me. Is that the original color? I saw...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-24-20, 12:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 647
Posted By oldlady62

I have a road bike from 1978 and I'm planning on...

I have a road bike from 1978 and I'm planning on cleaning and repainting it this year. It's already been repainted more than once, so this will be the last time. Plus I bought a new used crankset...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-23-20, 02:52 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,208
Posted By oldlady62

Before I retired, I think my dogs kept me going. ...

Before I retired, I think my dogs kept me going. I'm not suggesting you get a dog, but dogs became 100% of my life outside of work. I trained and competed in a lot of different activities. They...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-23-20, 02:34 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 5,208
Posted By oldlady62

I liked that book. I never made it through all...

I liked that book. I never made it through all the steps, but it really seemed to help. I still have many of the habits that came from that book.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-20, 09:17 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,977
Posted By oldlady62

When I lived in Seattle there was a used bike...

When I lived in Seattle there was a used bike shop that was full of bins of used parts. I used to love shopping for stuff there. I don't even know if there is anything like that in Cincinnati.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-20, 09:15 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,977
Posted By oldlady62

Yeah, but the tubes I bought don't display the...

Yeah, but the tubes I bought don't display the ISO number. And the sales person verbally told me the size in decimal, then on the box it's written in fraction. :( Of course, I didn't even look at...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-23-20, 09:11 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,977
Posted By oldlady62

Just north of Cincinnati, Ohio.

Just north of Cincinnati, Ohio.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-22-20, 08:34 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,999
Posted By oldlady62

That brings back memories of a charity ride I...

That brings back memories of a charity ride I went on in the 70s. There was a guy there with a chrome and "gold" Paramount. The spokes and chain were the gold color. It was dazzling! I was a kid,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-22-20, 08:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,215
Posted By oldlady62

I am having the same problem with 26 x 1.25 tires...

I am having the same problem with 26 x 1.25 tires and tubes (ISO 559). :(
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-22-20, 08:04 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 764
Posted By oldlady62

Your video got the dogs excited. Creaky brakes?

Your video got the dogs excited. Creaky brakes?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-22-20, 08:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,535
Posted By oldlady62

That sounds perfect!

That sounds perfect!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-22-20, 07:57 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 15,037
Posted By oldlady62

I'm no expert, but I weigh just slightly less...

I'm no expert, but I weigh just slightly less than you and never thought twice about something breaking. The only thing I ever broke was a bottom bracket cup on my old commuter bike, but I think it...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-22-20, 07:44 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,659
Posted By oldlady62

Trek Century Challenge

Okay, somebody mentioned the Trek Century Challenge, so I joined it yesterday. I also joined the BikeForums Clydesdales and Athenas group on Strava, and a bunch of you are in the challenge. I'm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-20, 07:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,977
Posted By oldlady62

I've had some long shipping times, too. One day...

I've had some long shipping times, too. One day a part was due to arrive, next time I look at the tracking, it was rescheduled for 3 days later. Shops around here are busy with repairs. I have a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-20, 02:58 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,977
Posted By oldlady62

They didn't have tubes the right size. The store...

They didn't have tubes the right size. The store was practically barren. I will try another store, but supplies seem to be dried up.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-20, 02:50 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,977
Posted By oldlady62

Bike parts availability frustration

Is everybody else having a hard time finding parts? I am getting an older bike ready to ride. The plan was to start riding it August first and I want to replace the tires and tubes. The bike has...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-21-20, 07:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,205
Posted By oldlady62

OOoo. I would like some of those for my older...

OOoo. I would like some of those for my older bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-20, 06:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,144
Posted By oldlady62

It's been hotter in past summers, only into the...

It's been hotter in past summers, only into the high 80s this week. But still, if I can't get out before 1pm, then I will wait until 8pm and ride for 30 minutes before dark. That's actually my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-13-20, 11:44 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,570
Posted By oldlady62

I used to have the opposite problem. I was...

I used to have the opposite problem. I was always the "fatty" when I was younger. Not very overweight, just maybe 20-25 pounds, but not like all the other fit and thin women that were of my...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-28-20, 07:49 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 8,887
Posted By oldlady62

I'm stuck riding a beach cruiser type of bike...

I'm stuck riding a beach cruiser type of bike right now because my gut is too large. :( I'm working on finding a good compression garment and weight loss, but it's very disappointing not to be able...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-20, 05:21 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 8,615
Posted By oldlady62

Anything! Seriously, around here on the river...

Anything! Seriously, around here on the river mup the riders zoom past with no warning at all. I emailed the local bike club and they thought I was hilarious for even suggesting such a thing as a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-20, 09:17 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 15,666
Posted By oldlady62

Wow! That guy needs to be arrested. ...

Wow! That guy needs to be arrested.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-20, 06:45 AM
Replies: 124
Views: 11,549
Posted By oldlady62

Way back when I lived in Chicago, I was downtown...

Way back when I lived in Chicago, I was downtown and I wanted to get to the lake but the nearest road was one way the other direction. I moved to the sidewalk and rode slowly only to be stopped by a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-20, 06:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,040
Posted By oldlady62

Same here. I wear them when I ride at dusk and...

Same here. I wear them when I ride at dusk and what a difference they make.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-01-20, 11:10 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 9,029
Posted By oldlady62

I feel so much better. Thank you. Today I rode...

I feel so much better. Thank you. Today I rode for the first time in 7 years. I rode 1 mile. Okay, 1.03 miles!!! :D I also used to ride daily at many points in my life. I'd usually ride about 200+...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-20, 05:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,130
Posted By oldlady62

Yesterday, I ran across the Fuji bikes page. They...

Yesterday, I ran across the Fuji bikes page. They have quite the selection of women's bikes. Maybe browse those. I'm a bit bias, though. I have had my Fuji for 42 years. ;) They seem to fit all your...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-27-20, 09:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,919
Posted By oldlady62

I got the Covid 15+5. I think working from home...

I got the Covid 15+5. I think working from home is a lot harder than working from the office. I tried to get out and take walks, but it's not that easy. Add to that I have some cardiac problems. ...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
05-26-20, 06:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 629
Posted By oldlady62

It's an old steel frame from the 70s heavily...

It's an old steel frame from the 70s heavily upgrade. Single owner. Original color was black, but I'm pretty much settled on painting it white. I bought the original decals, but since it's been...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
05-26-20, 04:29 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 629
Posted By oldlady62

Just ideas, techniques, colors. I like watching...

Just ideas, techniques, colors. I like watching ETOE videos on Youtube, and for a short time was thinking of doing something fancy with masking, but figured that would be out of my comfort zone. I...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
05-26-20, 04:18 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 629
Posted By oldlady62

That's surprising, but ok. I just keep using...

That's surprising, but ok. I just keep using google then.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
05-26-20, 06:40 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 629
Posted By oldlady62

Painting

Why isn't there a Painting sub-category? Even a search on painting doesn't come up with anything. People could post their custom paint, and people can ask questions. There are a lot of great youtube...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-20, 09:48 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 271
Posted By oldlady62

I think I am modifying my question. I see there...

I think I am modifying my question. I see there are old 10-speed shifter/brake levers on ebay. However, I'm guessing they won't work with a 7 speed freewheel. Am I correct?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-20, 09:06 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,084
Posted By oldlady62

No way am I'm replacing my 26" wheels. Maybe I...

No way am I'm replacing my 26" wheels. Maybe I need to go tire shopping?
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