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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-22, 09:05 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

How is L August? What's the convention for that?...

How is L August? What's the convention for that? I'm not doubting, I'm just curious on the methodology. Three week production schedule instead of two week?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-22, 07:47 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

The decoder I was looking at seemed to imply that...

The decoder I was looking at seemed to imply that it could go either way--fortnight or month--with no information on which of the two would apply. As an accountant, I love vague information, so this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-22, 04:58 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

Am I reading this right that it was manufactured...

Am I reading this right that it was manufactured in mid 1987? Seems odd that it has an “88 paint color. Unless the purple was also available in “87 and my guides have failed me. Left it dirty...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-26-22, 04:52 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

Some of those bottom lines are quite enticing for...

Some of those bottom lines are quite enticing for investors.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-22, 02:13 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

Had he been wearing a trench coat, I might have...

Had he been wearing a trench coat, I might have wondered about his attire underneath.

Alas, our dealings were limited to an exchange involving a pair of bikes for some little green rectangles.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-25-22, 09:49 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

I picked it up from some guy at the liquor store...

I picked it up from some guy at the liquor store on a dark and stormy night… ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-22, 03:38 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

I have completed the collection…

All three of the colors with white.

Husband picked up the “88 Purple Haze yesterday off ebay. Needs a little work, but I’ve already taken it for a spin around the neighborhood several times.
...
Forum: Touring
10-28-21, 10:57 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,949
Posted By TriBiker19

You close your eyes before you jump now? ...

You close your eyes before you jump now?

Mike as a chatterbox....only when he's had a couple of drinks. He's normally a pretty quiet guy. Great sense of humor, though, so I keep him around. ;)
Forum: Touring
10-27-21, 12:06 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,949
Posted By TriBiker19

I'll do a day with you! Heck, I can bring my...

I'll do a day with you! Heck, I can bring my little chatterbox with me and he can keep us both entertained. (And warn about any roots/muddy areas/random things on the side of the trail that we might...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-21, 10:07 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

My husband stole my bike!

So I have a 56cm Blue Smoke. I asked husband to pump up tires and he commented that “Smokey” was really fast to ride. Even worse—he says it’s his now.

He stole my trainer bike! Then he has the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-21, 11:32 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

Nice score! I have an ‘89 Hard Rock, too.

Nice score! I have an ‘89 Hard Rock, too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-15-21, 08:27 PM
Replies: 21,710
Views: 3,062,449
Posted By TriBiker19

Just a short jaunt

11 miles with the kids in Peterborough, NH. ‘85 Shogun 500, ‘92 Fuji Vantage, ‘04 Trek 400....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-21, 07:36 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

The slower you go, the better the...

The slower you go, the better the investment/entertainment ratio on the entry fee.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-21, 07:32 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

Easier to hang on to him while going uphill. ...

Easier to hang on to him while going uphill. Design flaw, IMO. Lots of power loss.
Forum: Introductions
07-12-21, 07:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 899
Posted By TriBiker19

Hello! Also from NH. I’m in the southwest part...

Hello! Also from NH. I’m in the southwest part of the state.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-21, 09:00 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,125,343
Posted By TriBiker19

yeahhhhhh…that one’s gone. Husband even offered...

yeahhhhhh…that one’s gone. Husband even offered to go get it for me!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-21, 08:46 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

I love that color.

I love that color.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-07-21, 05:09 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

I am near Boston and that is my size! A little...

I am near Boston and that is my size! A little more than I’m looking to pay, though…
Forum: Northeast
07-06-21, 04:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 728
Posted By TriBiker19

I have a library card for a central Mass library...

I have a library card for a central Mass library system. I’ll see if they can get me a copy, thanks!
Forum: Northeast
07-06-21, 04:46 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 728
Posted By TriBiker19

I was actually looking at taking them (my 10 and...

I was actually looking at taking them (my 10 and 12yos) on a weekend trip on the canal trail this fall—just an out and back in a flatter section. I just need to get over my calf strain before I can...
Forum: Northeast
07-04-21, 08:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 728
Posted By TriBiker19

I can get from where I live to Walpole, NH pretty...

I can get from where I live to Walpole, NH pretty easy, putting me just northeast of Brattleboro. From there, I wonder if there’s an easier route (or at least less busy) to get to Albany.

I do get...
Forum: Northeast
07-04-21, 08:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 728
Posted By TriBiker19

Not camping. I don’t want to haul the gear and I...

Not camping. I don’t want to haul the gear and I honestly hate camping. We’d do hotels all the way. My local 4mi loop is ~500ft gain, so it’s not like I live someplace flat to start with.

He’s...
Forum: Touring
07-02-21, 09:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,037
Posted By TriBiker19

Touring Buffalo NY to Western NH…

I’m trying to plan a route from Buffalo to NH. I know we’re doing the Erie Canal trail, but I’m stumped on what to do from NY to NH. I live on the border with Mass, so is it better to go through VT...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-21, 09:27 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,111
Posted By TriBiker19

As a female who has ridden “men’s” bikes since I...

As a female who has ridden “men’s” bikes since I was 17, seriously, ask what she wants before a build. I only ride men’s and can’t imagine riding a Mixte built on someone else’s ideas, if I had any...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-21, 09:04 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

Remember me?

So…it’s been a year. Oh what a year.

My 10yo bought into a crazy idea…ride from Buffalo NY to Western NH. I can’t outride him because that’s a jerk move…but I do need to be a pack mule and carry...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-30-21, 08:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,572
Posted By TriBiker19

My oldest is 47 now. Freebie Fuji Grand Tourer...

My oldest is 47 now. Freebie Fuji Grand Tourer from last year in the coolest shade of green. The rest of the pack is in their mid 30s. Cool bike!
Forum: Northeast
06-30-21, 08:33 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 728
Posted By TriBiker19

Planning Buffalo to NH on Erie Canal trail with kid

The title says it all. Kid (10yo) and I are planning on going from Buffalo (where my inlaws are) to our home in Western NH using the Erie Canal trail. Any tips/tricks for the ride? I’m still not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-20, 06:54 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

Why not? Brakes?

Why not? Brakes?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-20, 06:17 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

Is this...

Is this (https://www.ebay.com/itm/Centurion-Ironman-Dave-Scott-Georgena-Terry-Shimano-105-Free-P-U-Boston-N-Shore/114321132385?hash=item1a9e120b61:g:fd4AAOSwrb5fG23v) a good deal?

Can I swap on a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-20, 07:23 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

My head hurts looking at the ‘women’s’ Ironman...

My head hurts looking at the ‘women’s’ Ironman bikes. Those mismatched wheel sizes! Granted, it wouldn’t be mine...

If I remember correctly, the IM also came in a 47cm?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-20, 09:06 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

I thought it looked like a 50 or 52. Maybe a...

I thought it looked like a 50 or 52. Maybe a Cavaletto?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-20, 12:40 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

I guess it was a good one. Oh well. moot...

I guess it was a good one. Oh well.

moot point, but this was the bike.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-20, 11:53 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

My kid is eyeing my bike...

Since getting his bike completed, my 9yo is now eyeing my road bikes, and wanting an additional one for smooth surfaces. (I’m so proud.)

I came across this one. Looks like 50 or 52cm, 1985 or 86....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-20, 08:45 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By TriBiker19

Are tandem MTBs a thing? That seems like one...

Are tandem MTBs a thing? That seems like one person gets all the fun, really. https://nh.craigslist.org/bik/d/londonderry-tandem-mountain-bike/7195339054.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-20, 08:41 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By TriBiker19

paint over the “fix” matches. That’s really all...

paint over the “fix” matches. That’s really all that counts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-13-20, 07:37 AM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By TriBiker19

Vague bike descriptions are my favorite. Sign me...

Vague bike descriptions are my favorite. Sign me up!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-20, 04:36 PM
Replies: 7,798
Views: 921,447
Posted By TriBiker19

The country runner? He’s decided that it’s his...

The country runner? He’s decided that it’s his after driving all the way to the VT/Can border to pick it up. I’m outta luck on that. He even likes the funky 80s/90s purple and yellow paint.

I’d...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-20, 01:41 PM
Replies: 7,798
Views: 921,447
Posted By TriBiker19

I've been working on getting my husband to stop...

I've been working on getting my husband to stop being scared of riding a road bike. I finally got him to take out my slightly too large for me Ironman and he came back, saying, "Wow, that's fast."...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-20, 12:07 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By TriBiker19

it’s because the bike is so fast he has a tough...

it’s because the bike is so fast he has a tough time making it stand still for the picture.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-20, 10:36 AM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By TriBiker19

does it come with a key for the lock, too?

does it come with a key for the lock, too?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-19-20, 09:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,957
Posted By TriBiker19

it was odd—the scrolls didn’t seem to be decals. ...

it was odd—the scrolls didn’t seem to be decals. We sanded the whole frame and there was no edge to it.

What happened to Skipjacks?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-19-20, 07:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,957
Posted By TriBiker19

Update.

It took a while to get this project completed, but this is the end result. I have a really happy boy who wants to ride his “new” bike all the time now. New saddle, grips, chain, pedals, cables, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-20, 09:37 PM
Replies: 864
Views: 310,935
Posted By TriBiker19

The 112 cleaned up to be one of the best frames I...

The 112 cleaned up to be one of the best frames I have. Now it just needs a wheel set because the rear is quite bent and the 27” had been changed to a 700c.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-20, 07:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 632
Posted By TriBiker19

Rear wheels

I have a 1987 Miyata 112 with a bent rear rim and a 1990 Miyata Country Runner ATB. The 112 frame cleaned up really nice and I'd like it to be my trainer bike next year. The Country Runner ATB showed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-20, 06:35 AM
Replies: 864
Views: 310,935
Posted By TriBiker19

Tomorrow my husband is picking up two Miyatas. A...

Tomorrow my husband is picking up two Miyatas. A 112 for me and a Countryrunner ATB for him. (Really, I think he only agreed to get me the bikes because he wants to go on a long drive alone, the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-20, 06:01 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

My husband just got on my trainer bike (he has a...

My husband just got on my trainer bike (he has a much longer torso than I do.). He seems to like it.

I mentioned modifying it, unless he wants it.

He uttered the magical words, “You should just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-20, 10:39 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

So...a race. I hate to derail you guys. my...

So...a race. I hate to derail you guys.

my 3900’ gain 56mi race has been changed to Eagleman 2021. Mostly flat..,and now what?

it’s 56 miles of flat and windy. Can I just ride my trainer to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-20, 07:20 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

Now that tax season is over, I have time... ...

Now that tax season is over, I have time...

I’m considering a stem swap on three bikes but I’d like to figure out if they’ll work before I break everything down.

Donors: ‘85 Shogun 200 and ‘89...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-20, 07:28 AM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

Shoot--was I supposed to answer a question that I...

Shoot--was I supposed to answer a question that I missed?

I have over 400 unread emails from the last three days to add to the 200 unread emails from the prior three days. And it's tax season.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-20, 09:46 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,966
Posted By TriBiker19

Can anyone point me to a guide on how to...

Can anyone point me to a guide on how to determine which chainring and gear ratios work with different terrain? I'm in a hilly area. I have a 70" gain in just the first quarter mile getting from my...
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