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06-25-19, 10:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,244
Posted By VictorKnox

I believe you have this backwards. Pressure...

I believe you have this backwards. Pressure increases as surface area decreases (smaller brake pads). (P = F/A) Longer pads effectively decrease pressure, which would imply stronger forces are...
Forum: Commuting
06-19-19, 11:42 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 20,360
Posted By VictorKnox

I think the Cross-Check and Pack Rat would both...

I think the Cross-Check and Pack Rat would both be excellent for what you're looking for. I put a lot of miles on a Cross-Check and it was great bike. I used it to commute, and I rode my first ever...
04-11-19, 11:12 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 9,545
Posted By VictorKnox

I've had the same back issues with drop bars for...

I've had the same back issues with drop bars for a long time. My suggestion would be try some Albastache bars from Rivendell. They offer a more upright position than drops. Unlike flat bars, they...
Replies: 14
Views: 3,579
Posted By VictorKnox

It probably is a 56. This looks like one of the...

It probably is a 56. This looks like one of the earlier generation frames, after they switched from cantilever to caliper brakes. The frame sizes for the Hillborne were changed a few years ago. They...
09-16-18, 10:01 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,699,142
Posted By VictorKnox

Thanks! It's a 22". Have you posted pictures...

Thanks! It's a 22".

Have you posted pictures of your 950 anywhere?

I've been thinking about trying a set of Rat Trap Pass tires. Do you think there is a significant enough difference between...
09-12-18, 11:36 AM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,699,142
Posted By VictorKnox

I picked up a Trek 950 frame earlier in the...

I picked up a Trek 950 frame earlier in the summer, and built it with the parts I had on an old Schwinn Clear Creek mountain bike. Mostly Deore LX and XT stuff I've picked up over the years. I rode...
09-03-18, 09:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 828
Posted By VictorKnox

I got the right size (or is it too small?), but...

I got the right size (or is it too small?), but the wrong year. I believe it's a 1993. 43cm. Let me know if you're interested. It has a few scratches, but overall really clean. Paint is shiny. No...
09-02-18, 10:36 PM
Replies: 83,072
Views: 14,040,137
Posted By VictorKnox

https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bik/d/lqqk-jp-w...

https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bik/d/lqqk-jp-weigle/6677223877.htmlLQQK -------> J.P. WEIGLE 😮 - $10000000000 (Chicago, IL.) hide this postingimage 1 of 24...
09-02-18, 10:22 PM
Replies: 2,264
Views: 773,705
Posted By VictorKnox

I am looking for a late 70s/early 80s 24" Trek...

I am looking for a late 70s/early 80s 24" Trek sport touring frame. Ideally looking for Ishiwata tubing. Possibly open to other similar sized (60-62) sport touring frames with rack/fender mounts and...
08-12-18, 08:05 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 60,775
Posted By VictorKnox

If you could bend at all on the canti...

If you could bend at all on the canti requirement, the new made in taiwan Homer looks to be a pretty great bike. (And is supposed to have lighter tubing than the Sam.) I didn't see if you stated a...
08-12-18, 07:48 AM
Replies: 248
Views: 60,775
Posted By VictorKnox

Yes, I totally understand. I am often riding my...

Yes, I totally understand. I am often riding my Rivendell or my Trek 950 (which also uses a 26.8 post) and think to myself, man this ride would be so much more enjoyable if only the diameter of the...
06-30-18, 02:37 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,734
Posted By VictorKnox

It sounds like the Clem is exactly what you're...

It sounds like the Clem is exactly what you're looking for - "a robust bike built for upright riding."

No, the long top tube shouldn't be a problem. Some of the bars that Riv has come WAY back,...
06-30-18, 11:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,734
Posted By VictorKnox

My wife has a Clem L, the step through version. I...

My wife has a Clem L, the step through version. I have an Appaloosa, which is similar in function and geometry.

No, in my opinion, there is nothing like it. (Outside of some of Rivendell's other...
06-16-18, 07:39 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,525
Posted By VictorKnox

Wow! Thanks so much for the information. That...

Wow! Thanks so much for the information. That definitely looks like what I have. I removed the decals from the seat stay caps. Just like you predicted, they are clearly stamped "Depierre."
...
06-15-18, 05:57 PM
Replies: 7,515
Views: 3,699,142
Posted By VictorKnox

That bike will last you a good long time. I got...

That bike will last you a good long time. I got mine new for Christmas when I was 13 - my first "grown-up" bike. Still have it and use it regularly, even though I've bought fancier bikes, and even...
06-15-18, 05:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,525
Posted By VictorKnox

Help with frame ID - French with Marcarini decals

I picked up this bike today, and I have no idea what it is. Any help identifying the maker would be appreciated. Couldn't find any information after searching online, either here on BIke Forums or...
Forum: Commuting
02-20-18, 10:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,116
Posted By VictorKnox

Kona Unit X seems to check all those boxes. ...

Kona Unit X seems to check all those boxes.

KONA BIKES | MTB | MTB HARDTAIL | Unit X (http://www.konaworld.com/unit_x.cfm)
11-08-17, 07:28 PM
Replies: 1,242
Views: 128,808
Posted By VictorKnox

Thanks zammykoo! Nice transaction: great...

Thanks zammykoo! Nice transaction: great communication, fast shipping, and the cassette is in great shape.
11-04-17, 09:27 AM
Replies: 1,806
Views: 235,513
Posted By VictorKnox

I've got a 12-25 HG70 (I believe that's 105...

I've got a 12-25 HG70 (I believe that's 105 level?) cassette, and I could really use that 11-34 if you haven't already found something else.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-17, 10:24 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 11,815
Posted By VictorKnox

Another vote for Black Mountain Cycles. Agree...

Another vote for Black Mountain Cycles. Agree with all of the above. My favorite of all the bikes I've owned. I put on a lot of miles over the holiday weekend with a new set of Schwalbe One 700x28...
05-08-17, 10:31 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 30,179
Posted By VictorKnox

Yeah, I've looked at the Milwaukee frames. They...

Yeah, I've looked at the Milwaukee frames. They look really nice...but so is this one. It would be nice to have a Waterford built frame, though. Really just a price issue. Sorry, I can't answer about...
05-07-17, 06:50 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 30,179
Posted By VictorKnox

Just finished building my new Black Mountain...

Just finished building my new Black Mountain Cycles Road bike.

Full 105 5800 groupset
Tektro R539 calipers
Chris King headset
Salsa seat post collar
Ritchey Classic bars, stem, and seat post...
05-06-17, 06:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,470
Posted By VictorKnox

I ordered my Space Horse frameset today: 58cm,...

I ordered my Space Horse frameset today: 58cm, green and white. Just so you know, they don't have a lot left, and the cantilever model has been discontinued...

Should be here this week. Hopefully...
05-06-17, 10:10 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,470
Posted By VictorKnox

I'm sure. I swapped all of the parts (including...

I'm sure. I swapped all of the parts (including the wheels and tires) that were on the Trucker on to a mid-90's Schwinn Clear Creek that has been my daily driver for the last few weeks. Before that,...
05-06-17, 09:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,916
Posted By VictorKnox

It sounds like you are describing the Crust...

It sounds like you are describing the Crust Evasion (https://www.crustbikes.com/products/the-frame-formerly-known-as-the-evasion?variant=11690564289).
04-29-17, 11:42 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,470
Posted By VictorKnox

Unfortunately I can't answer the question, but I...

Unfortunately I can't answer the question, but I am in the process of doing the exact same thing. I've been riding a Long Haul Trucker for a year, and just sold the frameset so I can buy a Space...
04-26-17, 08:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,487
Posted By VictorKnox

I would try using a wrench on the tool itself...

I would try using a wrench on the tool itself instead of pulling on the crank arm. I've never had a problem removing the arms using that method. The first time I ever used the crank puller, I tried...
04-26-17, 12:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,487
Posted By VictorKnox

This might be pointing out the obvious, but are...

This might be pointing out the obvious, but are you using a wrench to hold the base of the tool (the part that gets threaded into the crank arm) while you crank on the arm of the puller?
Forum: Touring
04-14-17, 12:34 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 13,739
Posted By VictorKnox

I have had both. I had a Troll as a commuter and...

I have had both. I had a Troll as a commuter and now own a LHT. I can't compare loaded touring performance because I never had either of them loaded down, but as commuters with racks/bags/fenders/fat...
03-21-17, 01:34 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 26,289
Posted By VictorKnox

Nice bike! What size tires are you running? Also,...

Nice bike! What size tires are you running? Also, do you know what kind of clearance there is for 700c tires? Would it fit 32s? I'm thinking about picking up a similar year Limited, but only if there...
03-19-17, 03:23 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 882
Posted By VictorKnox

Questions about Holdsworth frameset

I picked up this Holdsworth frameset last weekend, and I'm not sure what model it is.

I've read a bunch of Holdsworth threads here, including the serial number one. My serial number is 026204,...
02-11-17, 11:42 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 18,800
Posted By VictorKnox

I'm an inch taller than you with the same inseam,...

I'm an inch taller than you with the same inseam, but I'm on a larger frame, 60cm. (60cm top tube with 100mm stem.) I was having the same issues as you, dealing with lower back pain. At first I...
02-06-17, 12:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,670
Posted By VictorKnox

Thanks to everyone for the help/suggestions. ...

Thanks to everyone for the help/suggestions.



Yes, I've checked the B screw adjustment.



I'm definitely not a professional mechanic, but I do have experience setting up indexed...
02-05-17, 10:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,670
Posted By VictorKnox

Will vintage Shimano Deore XT derailleurs index with 8 speed trigger shifters?

Will vintage Shimano Deore XT (m730) derailleurs index with 8 speed trigger shifters?

The bike is a Surly Long Haul Trucker. Derailleurs are from a 1988 Stumpjumper (indexed 6 speed). Shifters are...
Forum: Great Lakes
10-29-16, 07:39 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,440
Posted By VictorKnox

I have a 1985 Bridgestone 600 with a Wares Cycle...

I have a 1985 Bridgestone 600 with a Wares Cycle decal on it.
09-24-16, 08:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,510
Posted By VictorKnox

Awesome! Thanks for the replies, everyone. Looks...

Awesome! Thanks for the replies, everyone. Looks like there are a lot of options to choose from.
09-23-16, 06:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,510
Posted By VictorKnox

Help finding certain style of bar tape - black with red backing

I am looking for black bar tape with red backing that shows through the perforations. I saw something like this in a shop somewhere a few years ago, but don't remember where or the brand. I am having...
07-13-16, 05:40 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,077
Posted By VictorKnox

That's the Surly front rack, right? If so, there...

That's the Surly front rack, right? If so, there should be a different mounting plate that has a separate hole to mount the fender stays to. I just put one on the front of my LHT.
06-26-16, 09:14 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,855
Posted By VictorKnox

Close - It's a 60cm.

Close - It's a 60cm.
06-25-16, 06:56 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,855
Posted By VictorKnox

Nice Pacer, I just built up the same bike a few...

Nice Pacer, I just built up the same bike a few weeks ago:

https://c3.staticflickr.com/8/7580/27240954802_9a16a87a0c_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/Hvc1Nw)

105, Open Pros, and heavier than yours, but...
06-25-16, 06:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 686
Posted By VictorKnox

Shifting issues with new build - chain rubbing inside of large chainring

I'm building up a Surly Long Haul Trucker frameset, and I'm having problems with the drivetrain:

When on the middle ring up front and the smallest two cogs in back, the chain wants to "jump" on...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-16, 08:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,238
Posted By VictorKnox

This is probably not the answer you were hoping...

This is probably not the answer you were hoping for, but I think it's just one of those things that happens with Brooks saddles. I am a year round commuter who rides in "normal" clothes on a Brooks...
06-01-16, 11:40 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 772
Posted By VictorKnox

Kona Dew Drop

Kona Dew Drop
04-11-16, 04:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,004
Posted By VictorKnox

Done! 1986 Cannondale SR800, 58cm All...

Done!

1986 Cannondale SR800, 58cm
All Superbe Pro drivetrain, including 6 speed Accushift shifters. Royal Gran Compe calipers with Aero Gran Compe levers. Superbe Pro hubs laced to Araya rims. ...
04-09-16, 12:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 10,004
Posted By VictorKnox

Got the last few pieces of the puzzle today....

Got the last few pieces of the puzzle today. Superbe Pro crankset w/bottom bracket and a set of Dia Compe Royal Gran Compe calipers. Time to get this thing together...
...
04-08-16, 09:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,171
Posted By VictorKnox

I know what you mean, I felt the exact same way....

I know what you mean, I felt the exact same way. The look is definitely an acquired taste, but it really grows on you. I bought my ST500 for cheap with plans to sell, but ended up really liking it...
04-08-16, 08:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,171
Posted By VictorKnox

It looks more like the 1983 to me, but you can...

It looks more like the 1983 to me, but you can tell for sure by checking the serial number. The first three years the serial numbers started with AA(1983), BB(1984), or CC(1985). After that, they...
04-01-16, 06:16 PM
Replies: 9,028
Views: 3,100,778
Posted By VictorKnox

Bought this 1988 Stumpjumper Comp in pieces a few...

Bought this 1988 Stumpjumper Comp in pieces a few months ago, and just got it built back up today. The frame is pretty beat up, but everything works well and it rides nice.
...
03-31-16, 08:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 834
Posted By VictorKnox

Yeah, I've done a lot of research about the...

Yeah, I've done a lot of research about the different tapers. The reason I'm looking for the model with the 144 BCD is that I have a bottom bracket with the correct spindle length for that one -...
03-30-16, 09:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 834
Posted By VictorKnox

Double

Double
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