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Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,032
Posted By shelbyfv

JMO, but I wouldn't ride for a year with a helmet...

JMO, but I wouldn't ride for a year with a helmet that annoyed me, no matter how well it fit. Hard to figure your head shape is so unique there is only one helmet that fits. I'd do some...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 146
Posted By shelbyfv

A couple of reasons come to mind. Inverse...

A couple of reasons come to mind. Inverse snobbery has a long history on BF. In this case, it's probably more about starting an argument. :crash:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-24, 06:45 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,208
Posted By shelbyfv

Yep. OP has achieved his goal of stirring the...

Yep. OP has achieved his goal of stirring the pot.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-24, 05:46 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,208
Posted By shelbyfv

But OP didn't. Obviously. :deadhorse:

But OP didn't. Obviously. :deadhorse:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-24, 05:26 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,000
Posted By shelbyfv

A tape measure would be enough. :beer:

A tape measure would be enough. :beer:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 213
Posted By shelbyfv

Can't go wrong with REI.

Can't go wrong with REI.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-24, 06:50 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,574
Posted By shelbyfv

Thanks for the update.:thumb: Nothing to do but...

Thanks for the update.:thumb: Nothing to do but keep trying.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 997
Posted By shelbyfv

:thumb: Yep. I doubt Huffy has any actual tech...

:thumb: Yep. I doubt Huffy has any actual tech staff. Couple that with questions from a new-to-bikes caller and the result may not be as hoped.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,208
Posted By shelbyfv

In the US we call it the Used Car Salesman Code...

In the US we call it the Used Car Salesman Code of Ethics. People reveal embarrassing stuff so eagerly on the internet. :foo:
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-30-24, 07:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 239
Posted By shelbyfv

The REI bike on sale is a good value. If 10...

The REI bike on sale is a good value. If 10 speed and mechanical discs are going to have you thinking of "upgrades" might be better to go with the Trek. Another bike at the Trek price is the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 07:39 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,000
Posted By shelbyfv

I don't think it was mentioned why the bike was...

I don't think it was mentioned why the bike was purchased. If it has better components, they could be swapped to OP's existing tri bike that presumably fits. If the goal was to show up with a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 07:22 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,000
Posted By shelbyfv

I could use the same reasoning, buy trousers on...

I could use the same reasoning, buy trousers on sale with inseam two inches shorter than correct.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-24, 06:53 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 997
Posted By shelbyfv

I wouldn't mind seeing pics of this abomination...

I wouldn't mind seeing pics of this abomination when complete but please post in the appropriate motorbike section.:thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 05:45 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,000
Posted By shelbyfv

Unless you are a flipper, it's not a steal if it...

Unless you are a flipper, it's not a steal if it doesn't fit.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 05:37 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,208
Posted By shelbyfv

People will do what they feel necessary to make...

People will do what they feel necessary to make ends meet. I'm thankful I never had to make that particular compromise.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 326
Posted By shelbyfv

An easy and inexpensive solution for easier...

An easy and inexpensive solution for easier climbing gears would be a GRX 46-30 crank. It will work with your existing components with the possible exceptions of front derailleur and bottom bracket.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 265
Posted By shelbyfv

Aren't those less commonly needed with cartridge...

Aren't those less commonly needed with cartridge headsets?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 02:32 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,208
Posted By shelbyfv

Beyond this thread, we have Larry who unwittingly...

Beyond this thread, we have Larry who unwittingly got suckered into tubulars. Also a guy I used to ride with. I expect it's not unusual.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,278
Posted By shelbyfv

When I got 9 speed Ultegra I thought it was the...

When I got 9 speed Ultegra I thought it was the bee's knees and was all anyone could want. 25 years later my 11 speed GRX just blows the 9 speed away. Incremental maybe but it shifts better and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 01:39 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 156
Posted By shelbyfv

I ran full fenders on a Gunnar Sport with 28mm...

I ran full fenders on a Gunnar Sport with 28mm tires. 32mm+ would fit w/o fenders. But the calipers were longer reach than your normal short reach road. The fenders take up quite a bit of space,...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,278
Posted By shelbyfv

It's not always easy to find parts for older Di2....

It's not always easy to find parts for older Di2. If something expensive wears out, it might make sense to switch to mechanical shifting rather than spring for current Di2. Otherwise, enjoy it! ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-24, 05:52 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 997
Posted By shelbyfv

Gosh, nobody saw that fail coming. :twitchy:

Gosh, nobody saw that fail coming. :twitchy:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-29-24, 05:44 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 303
Posted By shelbyfv

Those Dutch girls are cute, especially in the...

Those Dutch girls are cute, especially in the Spring, cycling in the short skirts. Cool find! :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-24, 05:35 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,736
Posted By shelbyfv

A 750W e-motor can at least double the effective...

A 750W e-motor can at least double the effective power of a strong recreational rider, triple that of an average rider. It can maintain this as long as the battery has juice, no wheezing after each...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-28-24, 08:13 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 303
Posted By shelbyfv

I'm thinking maybe a 10% chance anyone has ever...

I'm thinking maybe a 10% chance anyone has ever called OP a "pushover to the evil billionaires" or "rich boomer." If it actually has happened, then I figure about 90% chance the encounter was...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,312
Posted By shelbyfv

I may not be the right person to ask! I've never...

I may not be the right person to ask! I've never weighed any of the dozens of bikes I've owned. I've bought Ti because it is lighter than steel but I never weighed it. I've bought wheelsets that...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,312
Posted By shelbyfv

I don't see any comments that suggest the weight...

I don't see any comments that suggest the weight difference is unusual. I think most assume actual weight will be higher than advertised weight. The mfgs generally have small print with disclaimers...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-28-24, 04:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 443
Posted By shelbyfv

I've been thinking of trying the fishing shirts...

I've been thinking of trying the fishing shirts but long sleeved for sun protection. Clothing doesn't wick here so long sleeved bike jerseys are just hot and wet. Maybe some air flow will be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,580
Posted By shelbyfv

Ooops tubeless fail...

Ooops tubeless fail (https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/1292529-tubelss-tire-seating.html)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,736
Posted By shelbyfv

Check the A&S section for more food for thought. ...

Check the A&S section for more food for thought. You are riding in about as safe an environment as can be found beyond circling your neighborhood. This apparently causes you too much anxiety to be...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 1,312
Posted By shelbyfv

Did you weigh the pedals or are you assuming the...

Did you weigh the pedals or are you assuming the mfg weight is correct? Obviously if the weight is a concern you should have declined to buy it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-24, 02:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 172
Posted By shelbyfv

Are these full size V brakes or mini-Vs? If they...

Are these full size V brakes or mini-Vs? If they were successfully being used with brifters on the donor bike, they'll either be minis or they were used with a cable pull kludge/adapter. Maybe a...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 01:59 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,208
Posted By shelbyfv

Be sure to let us know how much you make flipping...

Be sure to let us know how much you make flipping an entry level bike with 75mm triathlon tubies. Or you could run with your proposed conversion to disc and really make a profit. :thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-24, 01:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 328
Posted By shelbyfv

IMO, a routine solution that someone can...

IMO, a routine solution that someone can accomplish successfully (patch tube) has merit over one that requires more research than someone is apparently willing to do (convert to tubeless.) :beer:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-28-24, 01:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 425
Posted By shelbyfv

Unless your name is "Larry." :roflmao:

Unless your name is "Larry." :roflmao:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 01:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 296
Posted By shelbyfv

Guess OP changed his mind.:foo:

Guess OP changed his mind.:foo:
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,208
Posted By shelbyfv

We can only judge from what you've posted. The...

We can only judge from what you've posted. The questions you asked in your other thread show that you are unfamiliar with bike mechanics (cassette and disc brake comments for example) so nobody...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 12:13 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,208
Posted By shelbyfv

:foo: I certainly don't have strong feelings one...

:foo: I certainly don't have strong feelings one way or the other for your use. And I agree that there are more likely to be bargain tubulars. Frankly, I wasn't sure that as a newbie you fully...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 11:53 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,219
Posted By shelbyfv

Yes, very cool! Never thought of using it for...

Yes, very cool! Never thought of using it for other than birds. You don't find BFer's breadth of knowledge on other hobby sites. :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 07:31 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 3,208
Posted By shelbyfv

It would matter to most, but being OK with...

It would matter to most, but being OK with tubulars may help you find some "bargains" especially in the flashy triathlon wheels you seem to want.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-28-24, 06:50 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,219
Posted By shelbyfv

As mentioned previously, a Dremel can fix this. ...

As mentioned previously, a Dremel can fix this. Probably doesn't matter whether you choose to hack up the shifter or the bar shaped object.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 296
Posted By shelbyfv

Yep, need to post bike and crank.

Yep, need to post bike and crank.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-26-24, 01:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 443
Posted By shelbyfv

You'll be spending much less time in the saddle...

You'll be spending much less time in the saddle so you may not need padded shorts. Just be careful whatever you wear doesn't snag on the saddle unexpectedly.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 962
Posted By shelbyfv

AI ftw! :rolleyes:

AI ftw! :rolleyes:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,219
Posted By shelbyfv

Just to complicate things a bit, remember that...

Just to complicate things a bit, remember that specific sharp impacts that would not harm alloy can damage carbon. Think of a kid knocking over a bike in a garage or a parked bike falling over onto...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-24, 05:06 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 138
Posted By shelbyfv

Here are the other threads so folks won't need to...

Here are the other threads so folks won't need to repeat info already provided. this one (https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/1292422-what-smallest-cassette-compatible-deore-m5120.html) and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 04:46 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,432
Posted By shelbyfv

Are you saying you can make $ from selling bikes?...

Are you saying you can make $ from selling bikes? :foo:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,219
Posted By shelbyfv

You've certainly convinced me!! :roflmao:

You've certainly convinced me!! :roflmao:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,246
Posted By shelbyfv

What's the ETA for the new bike?

What's the ETA for the new bike?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-25-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,253
Posted By shelbyfv

I agree, different markets. I see the % of buyers...

I agree, different markets. I see the % of buyers who see value in turning pedals as opposed to turning a throttle, decreasing. Cycling has never been that popular here in US among adults. Compare...
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