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Forum: Northern California
08-14-22, 01:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,821
Posted By MeagreAger

Thread is 13 years old, but came up regardless in...

Thread is 13 years old, but came up regardless in a search for local group rides. Any chance this is still taking place at StudioVelo?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-22-22, 01:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 613
Posted By MeagreAger

Thanks for the response. How would you address...

Thanks for the response. How would you address surface imperfections revealed by the primer? This would be my first time preparing and painting a bike, so it's my assumption (which may be incorrect)...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-22-22, 12:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 613
Posted By MeagreAger

I took to the forums to seek the expertise of...

I took to the forums to seek the expertise of others with which I might better inform myself what it is I ought to do. What I want is to have a bike that isn't the color of the original, an electric...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-21-22, 09:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 613
Posted By MeagreAger

Stripping Paint from Carbon Frame

There's a late 90s Trek 5200 for sale locally. The current owner used automative paint to cover the original paint job, which is chipping away and revealing whats underneath. Can I sand the frame...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-21, 11:05 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 563
Posted By MeagreAger

Older Generation Dual Pivot Caliper Brakes and New STI Brake Shifter Compatibility

I recently purchased Shimano Claris ST-R2000 before knowing to consider the cable pull of the brake lever and that required of the brake caliper. I was hoping to upgrade my brakes to something like a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-21, 10:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 796
Posted By MeagreAger

Rear Derailleur Compatibility

I've neglected to properly care for my Shimano 600 SIS rear derailleur and in attempting to clean it thoroughly of rust, have somehow damaged it so that the jockey wheel is constantly rubbing against...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-21, 10:07 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,396
Posted By MeagreAger

That's my question now too, thanks for asking

That's my question now too, thanks for asking
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-21, 10:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,396
Posted By MeagreAger

Ensuring Power Meter Accuracy

I recently had installed a Stages 105, L crank-arm paired with Wahoo Elemnt Bolt and the readings I am receiving during climbs are consistently 50 watts higher than my riding partners, who are...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-21, 01:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,374
Posted By MeagreAger

Thanks for noticing that. I quickly found two...

Thanks for noticing that. I quickly found two other forums where the issue was reversed, an 11speed Shimano Crankset with the remaining groupset being 10speed. Forum 1...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-21, 12:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,374
Posted By MeagreAger

That's a natural question to ask and I plan on...

That's a natural question to ask and I plan on asking my pals about the bike too. I chose to submit the question online since there is often found, in my experience, some bit (or a lot) of knowledge...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-21, 10:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,374
Posted By MeagreAger

Potentially buying first carbon bike friday, is the idea good?

This Diamondback Vitesse (https://www.pinkbike.com/buysell/2834875/) is local for me and the seller offered on Friday to let me see it in-person. I spoke to the seller to confirm that the DT-Swiss...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-21, 12:39 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,049
Posted By MeagreAger

From where did you buy it, a site other than...

From where did you buy it, a site other than proscloset or pinkbike?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-21, 01:35 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,049
Posted By MeagreAger

We're indeed neighbors, hi. 54cm is too small for...

We're indeed neighbors, hi. 54cm is too small for me unfortunately. I'm 6'2" and looking for either 58cm or 60cm. It's a beautiful bike though and good to know what I can expect to get for the money...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-21, 04:28 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,049
Posted By MeagreAger

Coming to a fair deal suitable to both parties is...

Coming to a fair deal suitable to both parties is my goal, you described it well, as low-balling is not my intention. I'm trying to get a sense of how other's would intuit the deal as my intuition...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-08-21, 01:34 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,049
Posted By MeagreAger

Advice on Purchasing 2011 S-Works from Private Seller

There's a 2011 S-Works Tarmac for sale on bay area craigslist at 2.6k. The seller is the original owner and lists the bike's condition as excellent. The price is higher than that given by...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-21-21, 12:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 710
Posted By MeagreAger

Entry-level Bike, how to find good deals

I've been riding a steel Ironman Centurion for the past year and wish to graduate to a newer bike. My only criteria for filtering bikes are a price-range and frame-size (60cm). Someone who replied to...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-16-21, 06:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,227
Posted By MeagreAger

Budgeting Options for Power Meter and Bike

The bike I am currently riding is an Ironman David Scott Centurion from the 80s. I purchased it 2 years ago off Craiglist for $275 and have ridden it regularly since then. Recently I've begun...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-20, 01:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 681
Posted By MeagreAger

Rear Axle Broke

I was experiencing drag on my rear tire, my chain broke as well on a recent ride, so I thought to remove it and test to see how it span when out of the rear dropouts. As soon as I undid the quick...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-20, 12:41 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,036
Posted By MeagreAger

Exactly! I have the first washer, the one with...

Exactly! I have the first washer, the one with the two prongs, but not the second with the six tabs. Do you have a greater stock of these, or would you be willing to sell the ones pictured above?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-20, 12:39 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,036
Posted By MeagreAger

Sorry for the confusion, I mean #5...

Sorry for the confusion, I mean #5 (https://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=5) on the first page, what is referred to as "spacer for rear"
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-25-20, 10:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,036
Posted By MeagreAger

Looking for rear spacer for Shimano 600 SL-6208

I posted in the Mechanics forum section about a missing component, #5 in this pdf (https://si.shimano.com/pdfs/ev/EV-SL-6208-0735G.pdf). A user suggested that I post here instead, that the spacer was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-25-20, 09:52 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 543
Posted By MeagreAger

Loose Shimano 600 Sl-6208 Rear Derailleur

The problem isn't new, but has grown worse after I adjusted the cable tension. Shifting between gears is smooth. The issue is that while cycling the Lever refuses to remain firm in its position and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-20, 06:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,048
Posted By MeagreAger

Submitted a new response...

Submitted a new response (https://www.bikeforums.net/21594437-post5.html), I'm having trouble understanding what hoods will fit my lever, bought a pair of Dia-Compe Gran Compe Aero Hoods and can't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-20, 04:15 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,048
Posted By MeagreAger

This may sound ridiculous, but even in trying to...

This may sound ridiculous, but even in trying to figure out what I am using for Brake Levers I am having difficulty. I am certain they are an aero model, I thought too that they were Dia-Compe Gran...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-13-20, 05:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,048
Posted By MeagreAger

Can I use non-aero brake lever hoods for aero brake levers?

These are the same model as the levers whose hoods I am hoping to replace...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-05-20, 11:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,061
Posted By MeagreAger

Frame Restoration (rust & paint removal and reapplication)

I made an earlier post inquiring about rust removal, thinking that I would only be touching up areas where the paint was worn away on my steel, David Scott Centurion Iron Man from the late 80's.....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-20, 12:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 707
Posted By MeagreAger

Yes, exactly! It's an David Scott Iron Man...

Yes, exactly! It's an David Scott Iron Man Centurion. Given your experience, would you be able to recommend me a brand of paint stripper, or tell me what I should consider when buying one? What other...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-04-20, 10:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 707
Posted By MeagreAger

That was my concern, that there was too much...

That was my concern, that there was too much paint from the surface stripped away. I'm im unfamiliar territory with stripping and painting and my surroundings are those of my home, not a space like a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-04-20, 09:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 707
Posted By MeagreAger

Thanks for your advice, may I ask how you prep...

Thanks for your advice, may I ask how you prep and touch up paint on steel frames? I was planning on using Nail Polish, as it was recommended as a cheap, durable solution for smaller areas. Were you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-04-20, 09:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 707
Posted By MeagreAger

Rust and uneven surface Removal

From my own research online, I found that vinegar and Aluminum foil work well to eliminate rust. However, there were areas that weren't just rusted, but uneven from abrasion, to the extent that the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-20, 09:10 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,353
Posted By MeagreAger

Cool hat

Cool hat
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-20, 09:03 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,353
Posted By MeagreAger

What's that you're wearing across the bridge of...

What's that you're wearing across the bridge of your nose? Is your septum pierced too or is that part of the upper thing?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-20, 09:02 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,353
Posted By MeagreAger

Vertically challenged, ha! Good alternative to...

Vertically challenged, ha! Good alternative to 'short'. In the second picture, it seems they're posing for the purpose of showing their stomachs too.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-04-20, 08:59 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,892
Posted By MeagreAger

I'm not here to contribute any response to your...

I'm not here to contribute any response to your question, but my purpose is only to satisfy the 10 post requirement.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-20, 11:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 580
Posted By MeagreAger

I'm not certain if I can say with specificity,...

I'm not certain if I can say with specificity, but I was told by a mechanic that it can't be trued because the component of the spoke used for adjustments is damaged.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-07-20, 09:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 580
Posted By MeagreAger

Choosing proper Tires and Wheels

I mistakenly walked into the bike shop with my roadbike from the late 80s, asking if to order two wheels for under $200. Not only are wheels more expensive, they wouldn't be readily available in my...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-12-20, 02:32 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,300
Posted By MeagreAger

I'm interested in your experience in refining...

I'm interested in your experience in refining your running form. Running is already strenuous, but an added difficulty is simultaneously analyzing the minute movements of our body's complex...
Forum: Introductions
05-12-20, 02:14 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 244
Posted By MeagreAger

An Introduction

Hello,

I watched a video recently where it was said that pro cyclists, and those in any athletic category, are physiologically different than those who are amateurs, hence the saying that...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-12-20, 01:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 624
Posted By MeagreAger

Trek 1100 Aluminum Frame | Bay Area Craigslist

Hello All,

I could use some help evaluating the cost of the bike pictured below. I've asked after the history of the bike, its wear and which parts have been replaced and with what, but the owner...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
05-12-20, 01:38 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 25,800
Posted By MeagreAger

I do too!

I do too!
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