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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-21, 06:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,482
Posted By cadteach

New wheelset vs rebuild

OK,

I've searched the forums here on this question, but most of the posts I saw were 4 years old or more. I have a set of wheels with Shimano 105 hubs on Wolber Super Champion Alpine rims, and the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-27-20, 06:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 509
Posted By cadteach

Thanks.

Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-27-20, 02:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 509
Posted By cadteach

Time to replace freewheel?

I've got this 6 speed Shimano freewheel off a bike I just purchased this fall, never rode, it's an 80's aluminum frame Trek, and I noticed on the largest cog, 24 tooth, every 6th tooth is smaller...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-15-20, 04:46 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 615
Posted By cadteach

N.B.D- and Fork question

Picked up this Cannondale, I think SR 500, have a hard time seeing any S/N on frame, but also have a question about the fork. Bike was pretty dirty, it was late, dark and cold when I came to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-20, 04:16 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 713
Posted By cadteach

I.D. this rim.

Hi folks,

Had plenty of questions for you lately. Any idea of this rim based on the picture? It is laced to a RSX hub, that I may have a use for. Just new to this, and don't recognize the maker...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-20, 09:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,257
Posted By cadteach

Thanks all, sounds like its an '88. Still don't...

Thanks all, sounds like its an '88. Still don't see the S/N, but I'll look again after I wash it. I was thrown a little, in that it has Mavic MA 40 rims, not the Wobler that would have been...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-20, 05:48 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,257
Posted By cadteach

I looked under both, nothing there. You mean...

I looked under both, nothing there. You mean facing the ground, correct? I can't see anything there at all. Maybe the wrong year? I've looked just about everywhere on that frame and see nothing. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-20, 04:43 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,257
Posted By cadteach

Seeking Cannondale Help

Need some Cannondale help, picked this up today, seller thought it was a '90, but its not, maybe '87 or '88 ? Can't find a serial number anywhere, even looked under the cable guide under bottom...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-20, 08:58 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 485
Posted By cadteach

New-to-me Trek 1200

Title should really be new to my wife Trek 1200. She has been riding a mid 90's Schwinn pleasure bike, that we bought when the kids were just born, and rode around the neighborhood with kid carriers...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-20, 01:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,088
Posted By cadteach

What size?

Thinking about going to look at this for my son, but they(sellers) aren't sure about sizing, and guessed at a 54 or 56 cm frame. My son would need a 58 or 60cm, so I am wondering if you think its...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-12-20, 08:41 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 350
Posted By cadteach

'88 Trek 1200

Well, I'm picking up a '88 Trek 1200 after work, really just for parts, as the Trek 560 I bought had a damaged rim eyelet. The 1200 isn't my size, but had the next level rims, although I think they...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-20, 07:11 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,698
Posted By cadteach

Thanks

Appreciate all the help, taking it to the local co-op this week, they say they have the tools and experience to give it a try. May ask about rims while there, to see what they have. Hope it goes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-20, 11:02 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,698
Posted By cadteach

Here is the rear derailleur when I bought it,...

Here is the rear derailleur when I bought it, although from a different angle. I must have bent it? I took the wheels off to replace the blown tires, and when I put them back on, I was on a hurry to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-20, 07:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,698
Posted By cadteach

It didn't feel like it, I would have fell off, no...

It didn't feel like it, I would have fell off, no ? Damn, this sucks, because I was truly pumped, felt like I got a great deal, and the warm day in November, plus the trust I put in the seller, made...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-20, 06:03 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,698
Posted By cadteach

Repair questions

Recently bought a '88 Trek 560, in great condition, I thought. Took it out, as it was warm here, got about 17 miles, and blew out the rear tire, loud, catastrophic failure, blew off the outer cover...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-20, 11:16 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 935
Posted By cadteach

Yeah, I noticed the brake levers too high as soon...

Yeah, I noticed the brake levers too high as soon as I got on. It is on the list of winter things to do.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-20, 06:51 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 935
Posted By cadteach

NBD Shake down ride

Well shake down ride of the new Trek didn't go as planned. Rides nice, but about 17 mi in, blew out the rear tire, completely delaminating the tire. I stopped immediately, as it sounded as if a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-20, 02:49 PM
Replies: 12
Nbd
Views: 1,546
Posted By cadteach

They are Shimano hubs, I didn't take any photos....

They are Shimano hubs, I didn't take any photos. Wish the weather was nicer, would love to take it out for a spin. Problem is, I have a Novara Trionfo of the same era, same Shimano 105 components,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-20, 10:37 AM
Replies: 12
Nbd
Views: 1,546
Posted By cadteach

Nbd

Well, I'm not sure why, but the N+1 bug bit me today, and I picked up this seemingly nice '88 Trek 560. All original, except the saddle, and he threw in the original saddle as well, I just didn't put...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
10-03-20, 11:07 AM
Replies: 261
Views: 18,468
Posted By cadteach

Ended the month at 427 miles, didn't stop in that...

Ended the month at 427 miles, didn't stop in that often for updates. I'm now trying to figure out how to use zwift, as I picked up a trainer for the winter. I don't have clip-ins, and I still have...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-09-20, 05:20 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,042
Posted By cadteach

Yeah, your right. Like some other things I've...

Yeah, your right. Like some other things I've learned, it really comes down to trial and error. I do appreciate everyones ideas though. I need to have some idea what and where to start. Like, my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-08-20, 06:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,042
Posted By cadteach

Fall prep. for riding

Hi All,

New to riding, picked up a 80's steel 12 speed in July, and have about 800 miles in this summer. Would love to keep riding into the fall for a bit, what will I need as far as gear for the...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-31-20, 06:05 PM
Replies: 266
Views: 15,603
Posted By cadteach

8/1 - 14.4 mi 8/5 - 20.1 mi 8/6 - 20 mi 8/8...

8/1 - 14.4 mi
8/5 - 20.1 mi
8/6 - 20 mi
8/8 - 24.7 mi
8/9- 12 mi
8/11- 31.2 mi
8/12- 23.3 mi
8/14 - 28.9 mi
8/15- 20.2 mi
8/18-25 mi
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-26-20, 06:16 PM
Replies: 266
Views: 15,603
Posted By cadteach

8/1 - 14.4 mi 8/5 - 20.1 mi 8/6 - 20 mi 8/8...

8/1 - 14.4 mi
8/5 - 20.1 mi
8/6 - 20 mi
8/8 - 24.7 mi
8/9- 12 mi
8/11- 31.2 mi
8/12- 23.3 mi
8/14 - 28.9 mi
8/15- 20.2 mi
8/18-25 mi
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-16-20, 09:07 PM
Replies: 266
Views: 15,603
Posted By cadteach

8/1 - 14.4 mi 8/5 - 20.1 mi 8/6 - 20 mi 8/8...

8/1 - 14.4 mi
8/5 - 20.1 mi
8/6 - 20 mi
8/8 - 24.7 mi
8/9- 12 mi
8/11- 31.2 mi
8/12- 23.3 mi
8/14 - 28.9 mi
8/15- 20.2 mi
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-20, 04:41 PM
Replies: 266
Views: 15,603
Posted By cadteach

8/1 - 14.4 mi 8/5 - 20.1 mi 8/6 - 20 mi 8/8...

8/1 - 14.4 mi
8/5 - 20.1 mi
8/6 - 20 mi
8/8 - 24.7 mi
8/9- 12 mi
8/11- 31.2 mi
8/12- 23.3 mi

MTD- 146 mi
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-08-20, 03:48 PM
Replies: 266
Views: 15,603
Posted By cadteach

Slow start, had to sit a few days

8/1 - 14.4 mi
8/5 - 20.1 mi
8/6 - 20 mi
8/8 - 24.7 mi

MTD- 79 or so.
Goal- I think I'd like to have a 40 mi ride this month, so that will be my goal.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-31-20, 02:36 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 16,933
Posted By cadteach

Interesting month

Well, I'm going to end at 225 mi for the month. Interesting, because 1) Haven't ridden anyrhing in over 10 years, 2) Never rode a road bike in my life until this month. I am a Type 2 diabetic,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-21-20, 07:59 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 16,933
Posted By cadteach

July 5 - 11.1 miles July 7 - 12.5 miles July...

July 5 - 11.1 miles
July 7 - 12.5 miles
July 9 - 13.1 miles
July 11 - 11.8 miles
July 14- 16 miles
July 16- 4.3 miles (Flatted, then didn't check the inside of the tire, and flatted again)
July...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-17-20, 08:19 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 16,933
Posted By cadteach

July 5 - 11.1 miles July 7 - 12.5 miles July...

July 5 - 11.1 miles
July 7 - 12.5 miles
July 9 - 13.1 miles
July 11 - 11.8 miles
July 14- 16 miles
July 16- 4.3 miles (Flatted, then didn't check the inside of the tire, and flatted again)
July...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-14-20, 12:40 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 16,933
Posted By cadteach

Nice day for a ride. Getting hotter later this...

Nice day for a ride. Getting hotter later this week.

July 5 - 11.1 miles
July 7 - 12.5 miles
July 9 - 13.1 miles
July 11 - 11.8 miles
July 14- 16 miles

MTD - 64.5
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-11-20, 02:03 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 16,933
Posted By cadteach

I haven't been on a bike in 10 years, and then it...

I haven't been on a bike in 10 years, and then it was an old, heavy, Schwinn MTB. I bought a cheap road bike last week, and so I am trying to ride it some. Should get 100 this month at least? We...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-20, 07:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,205
Posted By cadteach

Thanks for the info. I'm not sure if its a...

Thanks for the info. I'm not sure if its a keeper or not, I'll ride it some and see what I think. Frames in great shape, seems like it has low miles, the seller had only owned it for a few years...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-20, 04:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,205
Posted By cadteach

Serial Number

Here is a photo of the serial number. Not sure if that starts with KC or not. It does end in 32. Not sure if that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-20, 03:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,205
Posted By cadteach

Novara Trionfo

Just picked this up locally. Was surprised, recognize the Novara brand, but don't remember these. Any idea what year? May be the frame was made by the same contract manufacturer that did the Dave...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-31-11, 09:26 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 3,743
Posted By cadteach

Barely made it, but it says my total was 300.5,...

Barely made it, but it says my total was 300.5, so that'll have to do. I'm having some trouble with my knee right now, miniscus tear that I'm waiting to get surgery on. My first 300 mile month.
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-21-11, 04:00 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 3,743
Posted By cadteach

Aug 21, 2011 19.26 mi Aug 19, 2011 19.26 mi...

Aug 21, 2011 19.26 mi
Aug 19, 2011 19.26 mi
Aug 16, 2011 19.26 mi
Aug 15, 2011 21.61 mi
Aug 13, 2011 19.22 mi
Aug 12, 2011 22.34 mi
Aug 10, 2011 19.26 mi
Aug 9,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-16-11, 07:20 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 3,743
Posted By cadteach

8/16 - 19.3 m. 8/15- 21.6 m. Total - 204

8/16 - 19.3 m.
8/15- 21.6 m.

Total - 204
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-14-11, 09:10 AM
Replies: 157
Views: 3,743
Posted By cadteach

8/13 - 19.2 mile Total - 163

8/13 - 19.2 mile

Total - 163
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-11, 05:54 PM
Replies: 313
Views: 7,685
Posted By cadteach

Almost done - 22.3 today puts me at 144,...

Almost done - 22.3 today puts me at 144, according to Endomondo. I'm thinking of getting a road bike, riding this old MTB on the road is growing old. I'm hoping the selection in the used market in...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-12-11, 03:32 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 3,743
Posted By cadteach

8/12 - 22.5 144 for the month

8/12 - 22.5

144 for the month
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-11, 02:11 PM
Replies: 157
Views: 3,743
Posted By cadteach

I'll try - (is it cheating to wait until your off...

I'll try - (is it cheating to wait until your off to a good start? )

8/9 - 18 miles

115 for the month.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-09-11, 02:05 PM
Replies: 313
Views: 7,685
Posted By cadteach

8/9 - 18 miles 115 for the month

8/9 - 18 miles

115 for the month
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-07-11, 03:14 PM
Replies: 313
Views: 7,685
Posted By cadteach

8/7 25 miles

8/7 25 miles
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-04-11, 06:57 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,517
Posted By cadteach

+1 for Endomondo. I really like it, and the...

+1 for Endomondo. I really like it, and the auto upload feature. It's not perfect, but is free and works on most phones with GPS
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-04-11, 06:12 PM
Replies: 313
Views: 7,685
Posted By cadteach

Nope. I teach so I'm off in summer.

Nope. I teach so I'm off in summer.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
08-04-11, 04:05 PM
Replies: 313
Views: 7,685
Posted By cadteach

I'm in

I'm in for this. Got a good start already-

8/1 - 21.3
8/3 - 18.4
8/4 - 19.2
Forum: Road Cycling
10-20-10, 08:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 540
Posted By cadteach

Better value? Bianchi Campione or Giant OCR3

During the summer I ride about 100 mi. a week, all paved roads, by myself mostly. Just for fitness. I ride on a mid 90's Schwinn mountain bike, and I find myself always admiring the road bikes,...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-21-10, 09:44 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,691
Posted By cadteach

Seems like the route I take every time I ride. I...

Seems like the route I take every time I ride. I swear the first half is 70% uphill, but then I turn around, and it's 80% uphill on the way back.

Hey, can someone ask the gorilla to get his...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-10, 08:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,071
Posted By cadteach

Robbie, Can you PM me, I have a question...

Robbie,

Can you PM me, I have a question about one of your bikes, but not enough posts to PM yet.
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