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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-20-23, 09:28 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,339
Posted By 1962schwinn

I was having some numbness issues, and came...

I was having some numbness issues, and came across some YouTube videos about Ritchey Kyote bars. Made enough sense to me to try, the bend is such that the reach doesn't change. Bars kick forward then...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-23, 08:09 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,315
Posted By 1962schwinn

Thanks for all the replies. Morning ride...

Thanks for all the replies. Morning ride tomorrow, from my house. Fingers crossed for a trouble free holiday ride.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-23, 07:44 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,315
Posted By 1962schwinn

Thanks for the replies. Flangehead, any issues...

Thanks for the replies. Flangehead, any issues ever with a chain staying connected using that link? This is my first time with this chain.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-23, 03:58 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,315
Posted By 1962schwinn

KMC quick link question

Recently disconnected my chain's quick link by slipping an old cable through a link on either side and twisting it with locking pliers. Seemed like it popped and was free. Put the link together by...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-12-22, 04:55 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 393,732
Posted By 1962schwinn

Things I've done to my '21 Roam 2: Topeak...

Things I've done to my '21 Roam 2:
Topeak Explorer Rack
Topeak MTX Trunk Bag not shown
Topeak seat bag
Rockshox Paragon Gold RL fork
Arundel Looney Bin bottle holder
SKS Bluemels fenders, matte...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-11-22, 03:35 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,042
Posted By 1962schwinn

I put SKS Bluemels on my Giant Roam. Install...

I put SKS Bluemels on my Giant Roam. Install takes a little while but worth it. Think I have enough posts to put pics on now so once I confirm that I'll do that.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-17-22, 11:01 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,993
Posted By 1962schwinn

A year ago I put fenders and rear rack on my new...

A year ago I put fenders and rear rack on my new bike. In places where any metal would have been touching painted parts of frame I used fiber washers in between. Pretty thin, tough and come in a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-22, 09:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,966
Posted By 1962schwinn

Thanks for all the replies. Will have a new cable...

Thanks for all the replies. Will have a new cable and housing soon. Both will need to be cut to correct length, wasn't looking to splice housing together. Never have done this before, thinking...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-10-22, 08:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,966
Posted By 1962schwinn

Shifter cable too short

Switching handlebars, found rear derailleur shift cable too short and need to replace with a longer one. Shimano Deore setup, wondering if I need to crimp the fitting to the housing on the derailleur...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-27-21, 07:13 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 835
Posted By 1962schwinn

Thanks for the good, very specific info. Probably...

Thanks for the good, very specific info. Probably will go with the Paragon. I know its a little pricey, but to me the stock fork is the glaring shortfall of the bike. I don't actually seek out rough...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-26-21, 09:56 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 835
Posted By 1962schwinn

Thinking of switching to air fork...

Hi, on the first day of spring this year I was fortunate enough to find a new Giant Roam 2 Disc. Really love the bike and have been putting quite a few miles on it. Pretty much pavement riding and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-08-20, 05:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 582
Posted By 1962schwinn

Thanks for all the input and suggestions. Lots of...

Thanks for all the input and suggestions. Lots of time to think over things. The bike I'm strongly considering will not be available til the 25th week of next year I'm being told.
Forum: Introductions
10-08-20, 10:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 492
Posted By 1962schwinn

You are right about inventory. The Giant model...

You are right about inventory. The Giant model I'm pretty sure I'm putting a deposit on will arrive at my local shop in...June. With the shortage I was planning to wait til spring anyway so I'll go a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-08-20, 07:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 582
Posted By 1962schwinn

Drive train question

Hi, interested in getting a new hybrid bike and get more serious about riding. The bike I'm considering has a 1x9 setup. 40 tooth chainring and 11-36 cassette. How versatile will that gearing be for...
Forum: Introductions
10-08-20, 06:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 492
Posted By 1962schwinn

New to the forum

Hi, new here as I am in a transitional stage of riding. Recreational riding on older Schwinn middleweights, now have decided to get modern and buy a new hybrid bike.
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