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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-19, 07:58 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,634
Posted By Alloyboy

Mine just has.....Salvation Army $20.......and I...

Mine just has.....Salvation Army $20.......and I received 10% discount for senior.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-19, 11:19 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,623
Posted By Alloyboy

Thank you gster, I am no longer confident...

Thank you gster, I am no longer confident venturing out near or after dusk. Stay warm.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-19, 09:53 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,623
Posted By Alloyboy

Thank you gster for the memories, the little...

Thank you gster for the memories, the little carbide pellets certainly were evil smelling. I think they were made of calcium and became acetalene when the droplets of water dripped down from the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-30-19, 06:20 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,543
Posted By Alloyboy

Thank you for your promptness. Jim.

Thank you for your promptness. Jim.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-30-19, 04:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,543
Posted By Alloyboy

Hello Miele Man, Did you use the same wheels, or...

Hello Miele Man, Did you use the same wheels, or was the fit with the thinner width tires OK. Jim
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-30-19, 03:47 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 6,463
Posted By Alloyboy

$4000 Giant not behaving. We are all familar with...

$4000 Giant not behaving. We are all familar with how many old names Giant now represents with bikes being made overseas. The fine tuning is always ( or should be ) done by the LBS. I whole heartedly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-15-19, 10:22 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,623
Posted By Alloyboy

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/472x624/img_1009_png_ef0883b4c012ca2cf652a1daae2a36aa6fc3628e.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-15-19, 07:49 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,623
Posted By Alloyboy

As a 88 year seniour.Thank you gster for putting...

As a 88 year seniour.Thank you gster for putting a little colour in my cheeks giggle.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-19, 03:56 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,623
Posted By Alloyboy

Nice hat.

Nice hat.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-13-19, 08:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,504
Posted By Alloyboy

Hello Velo Mule, I feel your pain when opening...

Hello Velo Mule, I feel your pain when opening your wallet. Haha. The temp. is 13 *F this morning. I will spend the day trueing one of my wheels. Another of my "when I get around to it jobs"
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
11-11-19, 08:37 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,908
Posted By Alloyboy

Hello Goofball, Your man pain cave is so neat...

Hello Goofball,
Your man pain cave is so neat and tidy, just like mine. Jim.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
11-10-19, 12:17 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 7,908
Posted By Alloyboy

No one has mentioned my sixteen year old...

No one has mentioned my sixteen year old Blackburn TrakStand. It is still going strong And it is homebrew.
Made in good old USA. Rantoul . IL. 61866-9512. No software to worry about. Just sweat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-19, 10:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,504
Posted By Alloyboy

Hello Velo Mule, I cut an inch at first and...

Hello Velo Mule,
I cut an inch at first and then another inch. A quality job you have done with the filing of the ends. I ride on the tops of the bars mostly unless the wind is telling me otherwise....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-31-19, 07:52 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,465
Posted By Alloyboy

If you have stairs in your house or live in an...

If you have stairs in your house or live in an apartment building you just have to walk up and down the stairs every chance you get. There is no need for health clubs or exercise machines. I have my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-29-19, 09:27 AM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 665,420
Posted By Alloyboy

Thank you JanMM. Now I can just free wheel down...

Thank you JanMM. Now I can just free wheel down the other side.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-28-19, 08:12 AM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 665,420
Posted By Alloyboy

I just bought on kijiji ( craiglist in US ) a...

I just bought on kijiji ( craiglist in US ) a Revolution Getaway 21 speed mtb. with Zoom 381 forks, 26x1.95 tires on Star circle aluminum rims with black spokes and Mien Join hubs with Shimano...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-25-19, 07:03 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 665,420
Posted By Alloyboy

I like ladies step through frame design more and...

I like ladies step through frame design more and more now that my gimpy hip is beginning to bother me. Too many skiing tumbles as well as bike miles are slowly telling me I'm finally growing up....
Forum: Touring
06-25-19, 09:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,399
Posted By Alloyboy

Thank you raybo for the nice photography. As an...

Thank you raybo for the nice photography. As an antique or vintage randonneur and an armchair National Geographic enthusiast I really enjoyed your visuals. The rain days you encountered were much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-19, 06:53 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,623
Posted By Alloyboy

We had a beautiful sunny day here in Ontario...

We had a beautiful sunny day here in Ontario Canada yesterday. I put in an enjoyable three hours on my 3 speed.
Once again a big thank you to Dan Burkhart for supplying me with the 22 cog. What a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-19, 05:55 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,623
Posted By Alloyboy

I like the chrome on the fork crown. Fenders and...

I like the chrome on the fork crown. Fenders and bell and carrier. Twenty bucks! You are my kind of shopper.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-19, 05:11 PM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,623
Posted By Alloyboy

I was a striker in the blacksmith shop at one...

I was a striker in the blacksmith shop at one time.
"When I nod my head hit it."
I went through three blacksmiths before they gave me a job in the welding shop. Giggle.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-19, 06:47 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,623
Posted By Alloyboy

We must be twins, sometimes a hammer on the...

We must be twins, sometimes a hammer on the slackened nut and another below to take the force. Also a 1/2 inch nut with the hammer below fits over the head of the cotter nicely.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-19, 11:07 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,623
Posted By Alloyboy

Paulb in bklyn, The bent pin is removable and...

Paulb in bklyn, The bent pin is removable and replaced with the spare one enclosed in the original box. Jim.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-19, 11:00 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,623
Posted By Alloyboy

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1987x1659/img_0798_a7dbedbf841dfc249a6bdc96861fc83124759ab9.jpg
Special thanks to Dan Burkhart for the 22 tooth cog.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-19, 10:39 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,623
Posted By Alloyboy

Special thanks to Dan Burkhart for the 22 tooth...

Special thanks to Dan Burkhart for the 22 tooth cog.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-19, 10:16 AM
Replies: 27,968
Views: 4,529,623
Posted By Alloyboy

Things you already know.

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Remember extra links needed going from 18 teeth to a 22. Old faithful link...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-11-19, 07:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 8,588
Posted By Alloyboy

Welcome to the forum. You have received good...

Welcome to the forum. You have received good advice from others, try the three types of brakes as mentioned.
I would keep your eyes peeled on CL now that summer is almost here. Folks are cleaning...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-10-19, 07:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,620
Posted By Alloyboy

Thank you nokiefyd for your prompt reply and...

Thank you nokiefyd for your prompt reply and advice. The link you sent is exactly the bike.
I am 112 lbs and 5 foot 8 inches tall. I seem to be shrinking as the years go by. I find in my...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-10-19, 12:06 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,620
Posted By Alloyboy

Crosswind hybrid K2. Good or bad comments please.

I have my sights on this model from 7 years ago.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-10-19, 07:38 AM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 665,420
Posted By Alloyboy

Hello DougG, I drink lots of cranberry juice...

Hello DougG,
I drink lots of cranberry juice for the bladder and prostate issues. (Doctors orders) Please tell me exactly what are electrolytes.?
Regards.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-03-19, 11:23 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 50,001
Posted By Alloyboy

The bits and parts on my bikes are mostly an...

The bits and parts on my bikes are mostly an alloy of some metal, so I am Alloyboy.
I used to be 1931Alloyboy before my computer died and I had to become a member again.
When I grow up I will...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-19, 07:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 652
Posted By Alloyboy

Big spender goes to kijiji (Craiglist)

I spent twenty beaver bucks today. $20 Canadian. No taxes. Whooppee!
What did I get ?
I bought a nice made in good old USA pre-loved Allen Sports (model 102 DN) bike rack. They fit a trunk or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-19, 07:34 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 10,147
Posted By Alloyboy

You are my man. I love good deals like this, you...

You are my man. I love good deals like this, you and I are kindred spirits. Jim.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-13-19, 06:56 AM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 665,420
Posted By Alloyboy

Welcome oldfatboy and LesG mentioned...

Welcome oldfatboy and LesG mentioned "oldskinnyboy". That describes me.....112 lbs and I have never been more than 125/130 in the 1960's. Regards to one and all.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-19, 11:00 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 19,604
Posted By Alloyboy

Plus plus for Indyfabz. Quality time riding is...

Plus plus for Indyfabz. Quality time riding is the.most important.
We have all encountered individuals who will inform us that "time is money"
This tends to sadden those of us who know better.
As...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-21-19, 10:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,159
Posted By Alloyboy

Thank you for this thread TheCannon. Darth...

Thank you for this thread TheCannon.
Darth Lefty must be in my league. You can now hide your own Easter eggs. Giggle.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-21-19, 09:44 AM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 665,420
Posted By Alloyboy

Hello DougG, Yes we had such wonderful times in...

Hello DougG,
Yes we had such wonderful times in Michigan years ago without the crossings hassle encountered nowadays.
I always used the Sombra to Marine City ferry to cross the river. We loved the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-20-19, 08:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,713
Posted By Alloyboy

Breakfast of champions. Pickled eggs washed...

Breakfast of champions.
Pickled eggs washed down with 355 ml bottle 7.1 % alc./vol unfiltered India Pale Ale.
Amsterdam Brewery. Toronto Canada.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-20-19, 06:48 AM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 665,420
Posted By Alloyboy

Thank you for the Welcome Dan. I love this new...

Thank you for the Welcome Dan. I love this new way of writing letters. No stamps to lick and ride your boneshaker to the post office to mail it. Stay warm.
Jim.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-19, 01:52 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 19,604
Posted By Alloyboy

"May the wind be always at your back." It would...

"May the wind be always at your back."
It would indeed be a blessing if it were so.
Perhaps after almost finishing your century when you are completely drained of energy,
the wind suddenly changes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-19, 11:34 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 19,604
Posted By Alloyboy

[QUOTE=CycleryNorth81;20890820]Cycling, running,...

[QUOTE=CycleryNorth81;20890820]Cycling, running, and obstacle course racing are dominated by white-collar workers.



Hello CycleryNorth81,
"Why do rich people" etc
This begs the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-11-19, 03:49 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 665,420
Posted By Alloyboy

Hello Wildwood, Thank you for the Welcome. ...

Hello Wildwood,
Thank you for the Welcome.
Regards.
Forum: Introductions
04-08-19, 09:29 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 489
Posted By Alloyboy

Good Monday morning rayooo. Thank you for...

Good Monday morning rayooo. Thank you for welcoming me back. Jim.
Forum: Introductions
04-08-19, 09:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 489
Posted By Alloyboy

Thank you for the welcome cb400bill,'tis nice to...

Thank you for the welcome cb400bill,'tis nice to return once more.
Stay warm.
Jim
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-06-19, 08:05 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 9,773
Posted By Alloyboy

The OP has had lots of replies and advice from...

The OP has had lots of replies and advice from all the family here. Over the years we have all learned our lessons.
Calories consumed and calories burned. 'Tis not rocket science as the saying goes....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-05-19, 01:15 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 665,420
Posted By Alloyboy

Thank you ctpres for your Welcome.

Thank you ctpres for your Welcome.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-05-19, 08:28 AM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 665,420
Posted By Alloyboy

I am a newbie once again after my computer...

I am a newbie once again after my computer crashed and I lost everything. I think this section is the place I would be comfortable in as I am a June 1931 model guy.
Greetings from Guelph ON. 180...
Forum: Introductions
04-05-19, 07:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 489
Posted By Alloyboy

Good morning Dennis T, Thank you for the...

Good morning Dennis T,
Thank you for the welcome. Today we are having a snow rain mix,'tis not lying and just melting as it falls. I will have to get busy and update my profile once more. Have a...
Forum: Introductions
04-04-19, 07:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 489
Posted By Alloyboy

Newbie once again.

After experiencing a computer crash I have rejoined the forum. Now that the snow is almost gone and I can see green grass again one of these days I can get the bike off the Blackburn Track-stand and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-19, 05:14 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 4,058
Posted By Alloyboy

Third world....... That is the place where all...

Third world.......
That is the place where all the bike riding is still done, day in and day out.
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