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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-21-18, 08:45 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 3,809
Posted By Maybelater

Review: Vilano Diverse 4.0

I now have a few miles on my new Vilano Diverse 4.0 and here's my impressions of this $479.00 hybrid from Amazon.com. I was attracted by the low price and the quality components on this all aluminum...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-08-17, 09:25 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,148,030
Posted By Maybelater

Local ad. Personally I'd rather die of natural...

Local ad. Personally I'd rather die of natural causes...

10 speed mountain bike, Murray Exploder... $60.
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-22-16, 01:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,517
Posted By Maybelater

If your buddy has hills to contend with Luna...

If your buddy has hills to contend with Luna Cycle just introduced a small 2 speed hub last week. It's a small hub with planetary reduction in low and can handle up to 1000 watts. Shows a lot of...
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-08-16, 11:42 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,452
Posted By Maybelater

Here's a link to a article I found which should...

Here's a link to a article I found which should answer a lot of your questions. I currently have an older 24 volt Currie rear drive kit with lead acid batteries. I find it slow and heavy so I'll be...
Forum: Electric Bikes
10-20-16, 08:32 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,861
Posted By Maybelater

I would consider this mid drive kit from Luna...

I would consider this mid drive kit from Luna Cycle. This and a 52 volt battery will tame the hills.

Cyclone Mid Drive 3000 watt Planetary KIT - Luna Cycle...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-08-16, 05:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,061
Posted By Maybelater

Thanks Johnny! I'm happy with the finished bike...

Thanks Johnny! I'm happy with the finished bike but have to be very careful with the paint finish. The base color was clear coated but there's no hardener in spray can paint so it's easily scratched.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-08-16, 02:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,061
Posted By Maybelater

Good catch! I was trying both the 16 and 18 tooth...

Good catch! I was trying both the 16 and 18 tooth gears on the original freewheel and settled on the 16 tooth. The chain has been shortened accordingly.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-08-16, 12:01 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,061
Posted By Maybelater

I recieved the alloy crank set I ordered and the...

I recieved the alloy crank set I ordered and the bike is now complete. The final weight is 21 lbs. with a alloy kick stand. The M wave 44 tooth crank set is good quality for the money and is made in...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-16-16, 03:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,061
Posted By Maybelater

Good point and thanks for the kind words....

Good point and thanks for the kind words. Unfortunately I'm north of the border and selection is limited at Walmart Canada. Locally I would have to pay close to $500.00 for a Pure Fix single speed....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-16-16, 02:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,061
Posted By Maybelater

Walmart Road Bike Conversion

I'm building a low budget bike for my son and always wondered if the Walmart aluminum bike frames are decent. I found this road bike for $75.00 and was pleasantly surprised by the welds and overall...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-16, 03:55 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 536
Posted By Maybelater

Custom "Tank" Bike Build

I spotted this one off creation today and took some pics since it's quite unique. Obviously not the lightest build I've seen but it looks pretty rugged and it's set up for towing. Probably a little...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-16, 07:56 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 46,087
Posted By Maybelater

Great advice! I will follow your...

Great advice! I will follow your recommendation....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-16, 07:51 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 46,087
Posted By Maybelater

I could have taken my bike in the restaurant but...

I could have taken my bike in the restaurant but felt it wouldn't be appreciated. I had a locked bike stolen last week and wasn't taking any chances. It was the managers curt response to my inquiry...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-16, 07:19 PM
Replies: 571
Views: 46,087
Posted By Maybelater

I was Refused Service at McDonalds

I was out riding tonight on my single speed and didn't plan on any stops so I left my lock at home. I rode by a McDonalds and thought a ice cream would be nice. I couldn't risk leaving my bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-16, 09:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,401
Posted By Maybelater

I concur with Kickstart. A shop that rebuilds...

I concur with Kickstart. A shop that rebuilds clutches and brake shoes for heavy trucks or farm equipment can help you out. I've had several clutch plates rebuilt for antique tractors.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-16, 09:41 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By Maybelater

Local vintage bike for sale...Never seen a front...

Local vintage bike for sale...Never seen a front fender mounted backwards but it can be done...

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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-03-16, 04:28 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,170
Posted By Maybelater

Thanks for your reply. I only have one bridge to...

Thanks for your reply. I only have one bridge to climb and found my winter beater bike with 67 gear inches worked well. I live in Manitoba which is perfectly flat. I've heard you can stand on a beer...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-03-16, 04:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,170
Posted By Maybelater

The stem does look high but the min. insertion...

The stem does look high but the min. insertion line is still buried. The wheel set was 180.00 but with new rim tape, tubes and a free wheel it climbed to 220.00 and with tires the total came to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-03-16, 03:59 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,170
Posted By Maybelater

Raleigh Record SS Conversion

Here's a couple of pics of my mid 70's Record single speed conversion. This was a budget build starting with a 20.00 Record that came with a decent Wrights saddle. The alloy crank arms and chain ring...
Forum: Utility Cycling
03-31-16, 09:00 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,792
Posted By Maybelater

Here's a southern home built.... 512677

Here's a southern home built....
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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-28-16, 11:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 771
Posted By Maybelater

Thanks iTod! I like the idea of a 1x7 build and...

Thanks iTod! I like the idea of a 1x7 build and may go that route if a nice set of used 700 wheels get advertised. My goal is to build a bike hopefully under 22 lbs. with quality rims and decent...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-28-16, 08:12 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 771
Posted By Maybelater

I have a Sekine 10 speed with all steel...

I have a Sekine 10 speed with all steel components and a ratty Amsterdam 3 speed that are also SS contenders. The other two are a low end mountain bike and a decent quality Norco Scrambler that led a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-28-16, 07:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 771
Posted By Maybelater

No it does not. A frame sticker indicates it's...

No it does not. A frame sticker indicates it's Raleigh Industries high carbon 20-30 steel. This is a entry model bike so I don't know if 20-30 steel was desirable in the mid 70's or it was just...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-28-16, 07:09 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,848
Posted By Maybelater

Two many tu cownt...

Two many tu cownt...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-27-16, 03:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 660
Posted By Maybelater

Thanks for your reply. Further investigation...

Thanks for your reply. Further investigation shows it has a three speed hub but it's not a quality bike. I'll probably use a Raleigh Record frame for a SS build.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-16, 03:16 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 771
Posted By Maybelater

Score! Raleigh Record Project

I picked up five bikes for 100 bucks today and this Raleigh Record is the perfect size frame for me. Once I get it stripped down and cleaned up I'm thinking a 700 SS wheel set with 28 mm tires could...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-27-16, 12:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 660
Posted By Maybelater

Amsterdam Single Speed

I'm happy to report I just scored five bikes for 100 bucks. I have two 70's vintage Sekine 10 speeds and this unusual Amsterdam with a coaster 506790brake. I'm not familiar with this make and was...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-27-16, 02:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,848
Posted By Maybelater

I got too breaks on my bike and a steal frame....

I got too breaks on my bike and a steal frame. Rides like a cadalac...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-16, 09:52 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 813
Posted By Maybelater

Cheap Brake Mod

I was having trouble stopping my winter beater with chrome rims and ancient brake pads. I tossed the chrome rims and installed alloy rims which helped a lot but the brake pads were probably age...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-01-16, 02:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,125
Posted By Maybelater

Thanks SkyDog! This bike came with 26 inch wheels...

Thanks SkyDog! This bike came with 26 inch wheels when new and like most department store bikes was driven about 50 miles then parked. The Tektro C326 calipers look like a great choice. That being...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-01-16, 01:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,125
Posted By Maybelater

Thanks for your reply and the link! It's only a...

Thanks for your reply and the link! It's only a twenty dollar bike but I've bonded with it. Will let you guys know how it turns out....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-01-16, 01:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,125
Posted By Maybelater

Thanks for your reply! I'll follow your advice...

Thanks for your reply! I'll follow your advice and give the origional calipers another chance with good pads. My brake levers are metal albeit very low end...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-01-16, 01:16 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 4,125
Posted By Maybelater

Brake Caliper Reach Issues

Happy new year everyone! This is officially my first bike problem of 2016. My twenty dollar mountain bike winter beater with side pull brakes and chrome rims is severly lacking in the brakes...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-30-15, 04:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,867
Posted By Maybelater

Thanks guys! I know I can count on you for honest...

Thanks guys! I know I can count on you for honest advice. I've only seen one of these pass by me when I was in Eindhoven Holland. My wife has relatives there and they will try to find me a clean used...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
12-29-15, 08:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,867
Posted By Maybelater

Vanmoof Dusenjager D3

I'm seriously considering buying this bike and it will be my first single speed. It's a Dutch designed built in Taiwan aluminum frame bike that weighs 27.5 lbs. It has a dynamo front hub with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-20-15, 09:46 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,043
Posted By Maybelater

Drinking and Bike Shopping

Apparently not a winning combination. I found a local ad for a super hipster bike that seemed like a great buy to someone at the time.... "I bought this bike not only because it's beautiful but...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-19-15, 04:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,436
Posted By Maybelater

You have a valid point on using a LPG stove or...

You have a valid point on using a LPG stove or catalytic heater but a micro stove suitable for hiking starts around 50 bucks and this cost me nothing. It has no moving parts and guessing it weighs...
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-19-15, 02:22 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,436
Posted By Maybelater

DIY Emergency Heater

We had our first dump of snow last night and I was reminded of last February when my chain fell off at minus 30 degrees. Here's a quick and simple diy heater that takes two minutes to make. I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-19-15, 02:46 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 760
Posted By Maybelater

Thanks for your reply. The serial number on the...

Thanks for your reply. The serial number on the head tube has met with a grinder so it might have been liberated at one point. The nice old couple I bought it from have owned it for 30 years.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-19-15, 10:59 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 760
Posted By Maybelater

Schwinn Collegiate

I just picked this Collegiate at a garage sale and would appreciate your estimate of a asking price once I have completed a probably two day clean up and restoration. The speedo is not working and it...
Forum: Winter Cycling
09-17-15, 11:53 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,350
Posted By Maybelater

Winter Single Speed Hack

My vintage 5 speed mountain bike has always had problem holding a gear with it's less than stellar friction shifter. It's a 20 dollar winter beater that I fix as cheaply as possible. I decided to...
Forum: Commuting
05-31-15, 08:19 AM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,928
Posted By Maybelater

I'm enjoying the ride quality. The swept back...

I'm enjoying the ride quality. The swept back handlebars are easy on my back and neck and the 700 x 35 tires absorb the bumps with low rolling resistance.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-15, 02:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 597
Posted By Maybelater

Original Owner 1957 SCP Ladies Bike

Not many of us can claim to own a bike for 58 years. My twin sisters have matching 1957 SCP ( Standard Cycling Products -Toronto ) step thru bikes. I just finished a refresh on this original paint...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-15, 06:22 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By Maybelater

LOL...I believe that's a bell by the RH brake...

LOL...I believe that's a bell by the RH brake lever....This recombinant is loaded!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-15, 08:07 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By Maybelater

Found this ad on Kijiji a few weeks ago and...

Found this ad on Kijiji a few weeks ago and forgot I saved the images. If memory serves the bike was around 100.00 and only needed a throttle cable. Looks legit....452517452518
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-15, 07:58 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,649,854
Posted By Maybelater

Only 10 bucks...a deal at twice the price... ...

Only 10 bucks...a deal at twice the price...

goes really fast, cozy, no seat belt required. will only sell to a hustler, you will win babes cruising around 452516on this bad boy ;) test drive...
Forum: Commuting
05-12-15, 04:29 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,928
Posted By Maybelater

Thanks for the kind words! It was a challenge to...

Thanks for the kind words! It was a challenge to find a Dutch style bike that didn't weigh as much as a windmill. It was one third the price of a Gazelle Tour Populair and just as practical...
Forum: Commuting
05-12-15, 01:31 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,379,928
Posted By Maybelater

My daily commute is on a Opus Classico. This is...

My daily commute is on a Opus Classico. This is the closest example of a Dutch city bike I could find. Weighs in at 32 lbs. and I find it fairly agile with a relaxed upright riding position. Just...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-08-15, 08:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,351
Posted By Maybelater

What's Wrong With Electric Bikes

A interesting article discussing the design issues with current e bikes...

What?s*Wrong*With Electric Bicycles...
Forum: Commuting
04-09-15, 06:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 854
Posted By Maybelater

Share The Road

Here's a interesting read I found at the car site Jalopnik.com. Currently at 391 replies. Enjoy...

Let?s Revisit What It Means To ?Share The Road?...
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