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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-19, 08:29 AM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 401,413
Posted By robrpb

Very nice photo.

Very nice photo.
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-20-19, 06:23 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,962
Posted By robrpb

Thanks Ironfish653 for the link. I'll check it...

Thanks Ironfish653 for the link. I'll check it out.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-19, 06:59 PM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 401,413
Posted By robrpb

I have enjoyed looking through all the posts and...

I have enjoyed looking through all the posts and admiring the work you all have done. As a neebie it would be nice if more people would list all the parts they used on their bikes. It would help me...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-10-19, 07:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,962
Posted By robrpb

I am not sure how to measure how much higher and...

I am not sure how to measure how much higher and further back I want the bars. I can say that I went for about a 45 minute ride yesterday and I was leaning forward with a lot of weight on my hands...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-10-19, 07:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,962
Posted By robrpb

Thanks Darth Lefty. I looked at the Electra...

Thanks Darth Lefty. I looked at the Electra Townie, nice bike but very expensive. I like the price of the Raleigh much more. Maybe I can find a used one in good condition.
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-10-19, 06:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,962
Posted By robrpb

Thanks for the replies. What bikes that...

Thanks for the replies.

What bikes that already exist would you recommend?
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-10-19, 05:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,962
Posted By robrpb

Thanks Rob. Any suggestions as to what angle and...

Thanks Rob. Any suggestions as to what angle and how short?
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-10-19, 04:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,962
Posted By robrpb

With all the changes that will need to be made to...

With all the changes that will need to be made to get the bike the way I want it, I think it will be better to look for a used bike that is already setup like I want it. What are your thoughts and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-09-19, 08:27 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,962
Posted By robrpb

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/640x640/bike_front_266ec4e380d99d85fcb7020d8db868db02617f47.jpg...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-06-19, 02:49 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,962
Posted By robrpb

When I was looking for threaded to threadless...

When I was looking for threaded to threadless stem converters I came across the Zoom quick comfort adjustable quill stem. What are your thoughts about it?
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-06-19, 01:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,962
Posted By robrpb

Need modifications to sit-up

I have an old Mongoose Hilltopper with little mileage that I haven't used in years. I am starting to use it again. When I ride it I have to lean forward and lift my head which hurts my neck (age)....
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-26-19, 04:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,594
Posted By robrpb

Okay Thanks. I was just thinking to do...

Okay Thanks. I was just thinking to do everythiing at once if it needed to be done.
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-25-19, 04:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,594
Posted By robrpb

Thanks Kapusta. The Jagwire Pro compressionless...

Thanks Kapusta. The Jagwire Pro compressionless housing is about $20 more and if it is worth it as you say, then I will get it. It is more of a one time cost and I would rather do it now instead of...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-25-19, 03:20 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,594
Posted By robrpb

Thanks grubetown and Kapusta for your replies. ...

Thanks grubetown and Kapusta for your replies.

Regarding levers, the Avid Speed Dial 7 levers are only about $8.00 more than the Avid FR levers, so I will probably go with them.

Looking at the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-24-19, 02:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,594
Posted By robrpb

Looking to update to V-brakes from cantilevers

I have a Mongoose Hilltopper with 26" tires. I believe it is a 1994 model. I just replaced the brake pads and struggled adjusting them. I was reading about v-brakes, even a very old post from 2000...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-07-19, 01:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,601
Posted By robrpb

Thanks for your reply. I was looking on the...

Thanks for your reply. I was looking on the Michelin website and noticed about 6 different types of tubes for mountain bikes. Which one were you referring to?

For a tire that is not so slick what...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-06-19, 05:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,601
Posted By robrpb

Thanks everyone for your replies. What kind of...

Thanks everyone for your replies. What kind of slick tires would you recommend?
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-05-19, 02:36 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,601
Posted By robrpb

Bicycle tubes

I have a mountain bike that I haven't used in many years. I am going to ride it on the streets and bicycle paths in my neighborhood. No rough terrain. I am going to replace the tubes. The size on the...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-27-19, 07:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,245
Posted By robrpb

Thank you everyone for your thoughts and...

Thank you everyone for your thoughts and recommendations. As I said earlier I have had the bike for many years and when I used to ride it I was not pleased with the saddle that came with it. I will...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-18-19, 04:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,245
Posted By robrpb

Thanks woodcraft. I'll check them out.

Thanks woodcraft. I'll check them out.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
01-16-19, 04:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,245
Posted By robrpb

Help with a few items

Hi, I am new to this forum and if I am posting this in the wrong area please feel free to move it to the correct area. While I was walking the other day I stopped and talked with a neighbor who was...
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