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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-12, 11:54 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,337
Posted By JOHN J

Peter is a Trip!! I love the Gals in the...

Peter is a Trip!!

I love the Gals in the shop , He can be a bit $%#$@@ esp if there are problems.

I'm thinking ill stay with the Deep V. ill wait for more opinions though.

"John"
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-23-12, 10:47 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,337
Posted By JOHN J

velocity A23 Rim or Deep V

good afternoon everyone, I hope all is well!!

thanks for the help on my rim drilling question.

I do believe im going to go 36/32 .

Now what rim? I was all set on the deep V and had a...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-22-12, 07:16 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,219
Posted By JOHN J

Deep V rim 250lb rider 32 hole or 36 hole??

Good morning everyone I hope all is well.

looking to get a new set of wheels for my old falcon road bike,

the wheels have seen better days eyelets rusting , non machined walls (brother...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-15-12, 01:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 600
Posted By JOHN J

carradice (with homemade quick release) or wedge and keep it minimum

good afternoon everyone.

Ok help me out, I just put back together My early 90s road bike. Falcon 531 frame/ fork still rides great .


Going to use this for group rides and solo just for ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-12, 01:08 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 472
Posted By JOHN J

what bag for 1990s road bike. Fred or OCD

hey every one,

I hope all is well, my 1990 (1989??) falcon road bike is back together it came out great and AHHHH the 531 frame and fork is sweet.

bike is Blue with all white decals, ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-12, 07:06 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 962
Posted By JOHN J

very kind of you, many thanks, Problem...

very kind of you,

many thanks, Problem solved went to 2 LBS and scrounged through the junk parts. found a slr lever at one (same size bushing)

found an older brifter at another that had the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-12, 08:28 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 962
Posted By JOHN J

makes sense, HMM somehow I do believe ...

makes sense,

HMM somehow I do believe a tiny part is missing on both levers Ill post a photo soon.

Update, Looks like a small machined barrel is missing on both levers.

I spoke to a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-12, 06:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 962
Posted By JOHN J

late 80s 105 SLR brake levers , missing a part or takes different cable?

Good morning ,

Ok i've done several posts concerning my 1989 falcon re build.

all my parts are set except my brake levers(aero late 80s 105) do not take either end of A standard cable.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-12, 09:41 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,121
Posted By JOHN J

Most of the shops in my area do not stock much...

Most of the shops in my area do not stock much of anything other than new bikes ,clothing ...

any parts on the shelf are items that move fast, chains , tubes, cables, brake pads , brand...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-12, 08:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 688
Posted By JOHN J

Though I suppose they are not very light. And...

Though I suppose they are not very light. And the crank arms are often on the long side, which I dislike.[/QUOTE]

I had one in my hand at the LBS (used) 175 arms and yes a tad heavy. Ill be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-12, 08:26 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 688
Posted By JOHN J

what compact double 1990 falcon

Good morning everyone.

well after several posts and some pondering My old falcon road bike is well, almost done. Im leaving the paint alone (for now)

I was going to restore with all vintage...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-12, 11:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 764
Posted By JOHN J

thanks for the replies. I had stripped many...

thanks for the replies.

I had stripped many parts from it when I built up a commuter lots of experimenting , thus the cassette is gone (i cannibalized it), Rd was replaced a ways back original...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-12, 09:36 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 764
Posted By JOHN J

opinion needed early 90s rebuild torn on what to do ????

Good morning everyone , need some quick opinions.

Ive posted several times about re doing my 1990 falcon 531 frame and fork.

it was originally equipped 105 7 speed with 105 single pivot...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-17-12, 06:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 546
Posted By JOHN J

90s Falcon re build keep it 7 speed or bump it up.

Good morning everyone, I hope all is well.

I'm putting my beloved old road bike back together to use for group rides and quick workouts.

531 frame and fork , My question is leave it as a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-12, 09:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,536
Posted By JOHN J

thanks for the replies thus far. yes the...

thanks for the replies thus far.

yes the model is competitor 105, looks just like above But mine is medium Blue and my cosmetics are not in as good of shape..

Tubing stickers are 531 ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-12, 06:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 2,536
Posted By JOHN J

1990s falcon 531 frame refinish?

Good morning everyone.

I hope all is well.

I have a early 90s Falcon road bike that I bought new lugged 531 frame and fork. the model is the competitor 105 (was equipped 105) anyway Im...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-12, 08:22 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,260
Posted By JOHN J

1989 Falcon road bike ReBuild.

Good morning everyone , I hope all is well.

last week I posted over on the Clydesdale board about putting money into my beloved old Falcon road frame, most replies were yes.

My main ride is...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-20-12, 02:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,046
Posted By JOHN J

thanks for the reply, actually the bike was ...

thanks for the reply,

actually the bike was one of the Nicest riding bikes I ever had (that's why I never could part with the frame) it rides way better than My cross check single speed. My...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-20-12, 01:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,046
Posted By JOHN J

1991 Renyolds 531 frame

Hi everyone , I hope all is well. Its been a long time since i've posted.

Ive been riding quite a bit but most of my riding is on My custom steel (Columbus Zona) Marinoni touring frame that I...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
06-29-11, 09:39 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 987
Posted By JOHN J

the wheels on my do everything Bike are...

the wheels on my do everything Bike are velocity dyad 40 spoke rear 36 front. im 260LB

minimum id go is 36/36 and at least 28 tires 32 + would be better.

My frame will not take 32 with...
Forum: Commuting
06-09-11, 06:46 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,930
Posted By JOHN J

Nice idea Most ideas are But No I don't...

Nice idea Most ideas are But No I don't believe a jersey like this improves saftey. it reminds me of the small orange signs you wore on your back that were popular with deer hunters that said...
Forum: Commuting
05-27-11, 09:32 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,461
Posted By JOHN J

Is it Rude? No BUT case by case sums it up. ...

Is it Rude? No BUT case by case sums it up.

On my commute I Go the opposite way of everyone I see and I'm the only one with a touring frame with handle bar bag, gen hub , and either small ...
Forum: Commuting
05-25-11, 10:06 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,523
Posted By JOHN J

How about the weather SUCKS. Forecasters...

How about the weather SUCKS.

Forecasters have had a track record for being not accurate for years,

I don't mind fun rides in bad weather Cuz I can head home if it gets too nasty But for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-11, 11:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 801
Posted By JOHN J

Thanks for the input, I ordered 2 pair of...

Thanks for the input, I ordered 2 pair of glasses from your link above one pair brown (I like brown better than grey), one pair yellow. I tried a stick- on lens from my "glass" fishing glasses...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-11, 11:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 801
Posted By JOHN J

bifocal for cue sheets and computer (stick on or saftey glasses)

I didn't know where to post this so Im here In "General"

I have several events in the near future that will require using cue sheets and paying attention to my computer.

1) Ive used the...
Forum: Commuting
05-18-11, 08:33 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,885
Posted By JOHN J

I always carry a chain tool. Park Mini. ...

I always carry a chain tool. Park Mini.

'John"
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-11, 08:22 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 602
Posted By JOHN J

I had terrible chatter and squeal on my cross...

I had terrible chatter and squeal on my cross check. I tried different shoes, different brakes , toe in, toe out Toe Jam...

what realy calmed things down was a fork crown cable hanger!! it made...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-16-11, 11:03 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,696
Posted By JOHN J

On my commute going in to work 14 - 15 MPH ...

On my commute

going in to work 14 - 15 MPH

going home many climbs 12 mph

"John"
Forum: Commuting
05-13-11, 07:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 632
Posted By JOHN J

ITS not the bike, in better weather I...

ITS not the bike,

in better weather I ride my single speed some times on my 17 mile one way commute , the time difference is usually within 10 Min compared to my geared ride.

"JOHN"
Forum: Commuting
05-11-11, 02:31 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,003
Posted By JOHN J

on my commute if I had to think I would say the %...

on my commute if I had to think I would say the % is

50 % good quality road bikes ,riders in full kit with back pack.

30% less expensive flat bar bikes with back packs

17 % road...
Forum: Commuting
05-11-11, 02:20 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 9,160
Posted By JOHN J

I don't get any heat for cycling to work ,...

I don't get any heat for cycling to work , However the guys in the repair/service shop harass me about wearing Lycra. conservative group the service guys are. (industrial electric motor service...
Forum: Commuting
05-05-11, 06:38 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,935
Posted By JOHN J

I started off riding clipless in 1992 when the...

I started off riding clipless in 1992 when the bike shop I dealt with said it was a must have. so I started off with LOOK pedals with those big red cleats that you cant walk in (clown foot ).
...
Forum: Commuting
05-05-11, 06:11 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,368
Posted By JOHN J

as mentioned by others I second the fact that...

as mentioned by others I second the fact that you don't have to buy $90.00 cycling jerseys or $40.00 Under armor T shirts.

1) X marts /Target have Poly shirts for as little $7.00 sometimes.
...
Forum: Commuting
05-03-11, 02:47 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,310
Posted By JOHN J

I live in Upstate NY 1) My commute is 17...

I live in Upstate NY

1) My commute is 17 Miles one way, easy ride in (fun) BUT all uphill going home!! going home the ride is 1:25 Min, Plus It takes 30 min to get dressed / my bike packed...
Forum: Commuting
04-26-11, 10:56 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 10,641
Posted By JOHN J

My home built light incorporates a bank of...

My home built light incorporates a bank of super capacitors that provides a STAND LIGHT That Ive seen stay lit at some intesity for a tad over an hour.

My commercial inoled stand light ...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-26-11, 10:19 AM
Replies: 273
Views: 13,151
Posted By JOHN J

application engineer for industrial electrical...

application engineer for industrial electrical equipment. (motors controls instrumentaion)
Forum: Commuting
04-11-11, 01:54 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 10,641
Posted By JOHN J

im a DYI type, I built an LED Light to put on...

im a DYI type, I built an LED Light to put on my LD/ commute bike, Schmidt hub with 4 cree leds (3 watt Each) and wired in a votage doubler for slow speed and all stuck in a suger shaker...
Forum: Commuting
04-08-11, 09:58 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,549
Posted By JOHN J

Im impressed with alot of Ya, actually some weeks...

Im impressed with alot of Ya, actually some weeks I dont commute at all. biggest problem is scheduale after work often gets busy and I need to be places I cant get to with the bike on time.

I try...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-07-11, 08:41 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,559
Posted By JOHN J

Since Im not fond of looking like a roadside...

Since Im not fond of looking like a roadside billboard on a bike decked out with Bags I wear Plain colored jerseys, I bought 3 Nashbar "Earth Jerseys" last year when they were on sale for 14.00 ...
Forum: Commuting
04-05-11, 12:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,785
Posted By JOHN J

Flat Fenders, opinions Please (im using curved now)

Ive been running fenders for a long time. at present Im using curved stainless 40MM with 28CM tires.

I tried installing 32s on my custom tour frame but the front fork clearance with fenders...
Forum: Charity Events
03-30-11, 02:17 PM
Replies: 187
Views: 30,913
Posted By JOHN J

Im in for sure , the event in Saratoga NY is a...

Im in for sure , the event in Saratoga NY is a big ride 1300+ riders, I always enjoy it

the past 3 years Ive been able to raise over $1K and thus obtain CELEBRITY status and get to go to the...
Forum: Commuting
03-29-11, 02:07 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,313
Posted By JOHN J

I feel much better seeing this thread!! I...

I feel much better seeing this thread!! I thought I was the only one with a Bike bag issue. My bag needs are always a work in progress.

I use bags on one of two bikes each bike has its own...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-28-09, 08:27 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,890
Posted By JOHN J

I love riding in the dark, very soothing vs all...

I love riding in the dark, very soothing vs all the visual distractions you have during day light.

often the dark hours are the only time I get to do any riding, in the late fall its dark in...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-14-09, 10:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,498
Posted By JOHN J

Sorry about not explaining very well. I did...

Sorry about not explaining very well.

I did use the crank off the road SS just to do a quick check of the chainline and put it back on the road frame.

Ill need to take bars (TT) off the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-14-09, 09:59 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,498
Posted By JOHN J

Thanks for the replies, Ill have to spend a...

Thanks for the replies,

Ill have to spend a bit more time with the cross check set up. Im not quite ready yet as the Old road bike (Now an ss) was all set to go so I threw the flip flob wheel...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-14-09, 07:47 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,498
Posted By JOHN J

chainline fg on surly cross check frame

good morning,

I picked up a 120mm flip flop wheel set and installed on my old road bike, everything lined up nice and riding fixed was great.

My real goal is to build up my SURLY cross...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-07-09, 01:15 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,862
Posted By JOHN J

depending on items/cost and deals at the time I...

depending on items/cost and deals at the time I go to these retailers the most

I like (not in any particular order)

Bikeman, (Bath ski/cycle in Maine. Very good outfit when I lived in maine ...
Forum: Northeast
07-08-09, 09:10 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 4,309
Posted By JOHN J

YEP YEP YEP. Im not a sun worshiper by any...

YEP YEP YEP.

Im not a sun worshiper by any means but Our weather in upstate NY has been AFU for sure.

It started with The NYC 5 bourrows tour and for the most part hasnt stopped raining yet.
...
Forum: Commuting
07-02-09, 11:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 9,135
Posted By JOHN J

GLAD THIS CAN HELP, MY CIRCUIT # 9 IS all just...

GLAD THIS CAN HELP, MY CIRCUIT # 9 IS all just wired together and stuffed in the housing No BOARD

the circuits in that particular section are for DYNAMO HUB LIGHTS there are other circuits for...
Forum: Commuting
07-02-09, 10:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,157
Posted By JOHN J

im sure they're about the same as any other...

im sure they're about the same as any other casual MTB type spd shoe. Fine to pedal in not so great for the walking part

My favorite shoe to cycle in are my non bike KEENS, after many years of...
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