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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 28,021
Views: 4,588,457
Posted By tcs

A bit confusing, isn't it? Sunburst shows us an...

A bit confusing, isn't it? Sunburst shows us an exploded view of a SW Mk I and then says 'my hub is different'. Wonder which hub we are actually dealing with here? No matter! That K67Z 'Ball Cage...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 28,021
Views: 4,588,457
Posted By tcs

"Weight" is a rating, not an actual numerical...

"Weight" is a rating, not an actual numerical viscosity measurement.

Sunburst said they used GEAR oil. GEAR oil viscosity is measured at a different temperature than MOTOR oil - cylinder walls...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,642
Posted By tcs

Fausto only knows, man. ...

Fausto only knows, man.

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 07:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 118
Posted By tcs

Single-speed or two-speed?

Single-speed or two-speed?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 07:25 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 960
Posted By tcs

Who told you you couldn't? ...

Who told you you couldn't?

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Forum: Touring
05-15-24, 09:35 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,008
Posted By tcs

The video's April 1 date might be a clue.

The video's April 1 date might be a clue.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-24, 09:17 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 95
Posted By tcs

The Sturmey-Archer K67Z "Ball Cage with 8 Balls"...

The Sturmey-Archer K67Z "Ball Cage with 8 Balls" tracks to HSA103 which tracks to HSA284. I see HSA284 is available from multiple vendors.

You can use 10 loose balls; stick 'em in with a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-15-24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 320
Posted By tcs

An RS-RF3? Hmph! Sturmey's specifications...

An RS-RF3? Hmph!

Sturmey's specifications say you can mount 13T to 24T sprockets on this hub.

https://www.sturmey-archer.com/files/catalog/files/271/SPECIFICATIONS%20-%20IGH%20C30.pdf

Visual...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-15-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 326
Posted By tcs

They say this new facility will double their...

They say this new facility will double their production capacity. I've seen no announcement from the company that they absolutely will not use any of the additional space to fabricate other models.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-15-24, 06:20 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 326
Posted By tcs

Which they might well be doing. ...

Which they might well be doing.

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2022/feb/25/brompton-bikes-plans-100m-wetland-factory-on-stilts
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-15-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 320
Posted By tcs

Hmm. Perhaps a Dahon Curve D3? That's got a...

Hmm. Perhaps a Dahon Curve D3?

That's got a 16T rear sprocket. It's easy and cheap to replace this with a 15T, 14T or even a 13T.

Plugging in a 46T chainwheel, 13T sprocket and ISO305mm...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-15-24, 05:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 326
Posted By tcs

Bromptons have a non-inconsequential amount of...

Bromptons have a non-inconsequential amount of aluminum now: the cranks, rims, bars, brake calipers, hubshells, Pentaclip, folding pedal. I think Brompton is alone* in recommending the owner/rider...
Forum: Touring
05-14-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,008
Posted By tcs

A Tout Terrain fitted with both a Pinion 12 and a...

A Tout Terrain fitted with both a Pinion 12 and a Rohloff 14 was exhibited back on April 1, 2018.

https://youtu.be/e-ig-R65yHg?si=Qj63I1Vmo5RtNgzW

3000% gear range. No word on whether this...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-14-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 326
Posted By tcs

At the 2015 Eurobike, Brompton showed a model...

At the 2015 Eurobike, Brompton showed a model with LumiLor paint that glowed when a small current was applied.

https://youtu.be/QYEYt4u7en0?si=PsMg6zyPHuR8ElSK

Yeah, never hit retail. Moral: ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-14-24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 251
Posted By tcs

From my files: "Cesur rollerbrake to disc...

From my files:

"Cesur rollerbrake to disc adapter"

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 08:58 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 5,959
Posted By tcs

All what you want out of life, I suppose. The...

All what you want out of life, I suppose. The Jifo weighs under 9kg. The Brompton design is brilliant, but for last mile + fourth-floor walk-up, I'd choose the Jifo.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-24, 08:45 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 960
Posted By tcs

The late Mike Burrows again: ...

The late Mike Burrows again:

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Forum: Folding Bikes
05-11-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 363
Posted By tcs

So you don't necessarily want a folding tandem,...

So you don't necessarily want a folding tandem, just one that easily fits in your vehicle.



I've hauled my tandem a zillion miles (1.6 zillion kilometers) slid into a minivan with the front...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 421
Posted By tcs

The Smithsonian has in their collection a...

The Smithsonian has in their collection a Stumpjumper identical to my 1982. Smithsonian. Hmm. Classic enough for me. :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 252
Posted By tcs

The thread title contains "generic coaster hub". ...

The thread title contains "generic coaster hub". If the meaning was coaster brake hub, note that more (excessive) slack = delayed braking. Other posters have included the word 'minimum'. Subtle...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 28,021
Views: 4,588,457
Posted By tcs

The contemporary Fichtel & Sachs 55 and 415 hubs...

The contemporary Fichtel & Sachs 55 and 415 hubs also had neutrals. The H3111 (which became the SRAM T3) was introduced in 1976 and did not have a neutral.
Forum: Touring
05-09-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,081
Posted By tcs

Yep. And you can get poor wheels, too. I'll...

Yep. And you can get poor wheels, too. I'll spare everybody my boring horror stories and just say there's a reason I began building my own wheels.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 28,021
Views: 4,588,457
Posted By tcs

The late Jobst Brandt said the AW was...

The late Jobst Brandt said the AW was unconditionally unacceptable.

The late Sheldon Brown pointed out that tens of millions of cyclists employed the AW without issue.

The AW is not...
Forum: Touring
05-08-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,081
Posted By tcs

247 opinions: ...

247 opinions:

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1229514-what-constitutes-classic-vintage-bicycle.html


I would think that pre-indexed shifting would be vintage, while indexed shifting...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-04-24, 05:06 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,242
Posted By tcs

:roflmao2::roflmao2::roflmao2: My BF tikit...

:roflmao2::roflmao2::roflmao2:

My BF tikit and the "dangerous to ride - handlepost snaps off" recall: they said they contacted every tikit owner they had info on. I bought my tikit from the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 521
Views: 40,301
Posted By tcs

Same bridge as post no. 434...but a different...

Same bridge as post no. 434...but a different bike!

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Forum: Folding Bikes
05-03-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,242
Posted By tcs

USA: no import tariffs under $800USD.

USA: no import tariffs under $800USD.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 961
Posted By tcs

Hebie Chainglider 350: ...

Hebie Chainglider 350:

https://www.hebie.de/en/protection/chainguard/chainglider/350/
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 07:33 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 961
Posted By tcs

Prototype enclosed derailleur drivetrain by...

Prototype enclosed derailleur drivetrain by Sturmey-Archer for the Gazelle Company:
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-01-24, 08:34 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,242
Posted By tcs

I only ever saw one of these bikes and my memory...

I only ever saw one of these bikes and my memory isn't crystal on this, but: the ball joint eye bolt pulls the seat post up when unfolding, but the seatpost is held up when unfolded by closing the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-29-24, 04:05 PM
Replies: 521
Views: 40,301
Posted By tcs

I liked the builder's plate on this little path...

I liked the builder's plate on this little path bridge:

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The Steadfast...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-26-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 630
Posted By tcs

Minoura makes all kinds of light mounts. ...

Minoura makes all kinds of light mounts.

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-24, 09:53 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 699
Posted By tcs

So long as we're talking about 3-speeds, I...

So long as we're talking about 3-speeds, I encourage folks not to be intimidated and do the job per factory rather than sling seeping oil all over their rear wheel. Maybe that's just me. Anyway,...
Forum: Commuting
04-25-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,543
Posted By tcs

Ya, locks aren't talismans. You gotta embrace the...

Ya, locks aren't talismans. You gotta embrace the method and use good technique as well as good locks.

While you're at it, here are some wheel, saddle and component security do-dads:
...
Forum: Commuting
04-25-24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 874
Posted By tcs

You mention traveling from Chicago to Austin. ...

You mention traveling from Chicago to Austin. Hmm. Hey, everything is cool and all, but not really Commuting.

There was a loooooong thread on Amtrak in the Touring forum that has lots of...
Forum: Commuting
04-25-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,543
Posted By tcs

Sheldon Brown recommended two locks of different...

Sheldon Brown recommended two locks of different kinds so the thief would need two different tools. (That advice came from the era when battery-powered angle grinders were not as ubiquitous as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 07:05 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 635
Posted By tcs

Is the Igus RCYL a good bike? Beats me. But I...

Is the Igus RCYL a good bike? Beats me. But I wouldn't expect a good plastic bike to look like a steel bike - the material properties are too different. This Igus RCL looks like a bike where they...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,543
Posted By tcs

Harry Houdini entertained audiences a hundred...

Harry Houdini entertained audiences a hundred years ago quickly picking locks on stage. So society gave up on padlocks. NOT.

Picking an unknown lock upside down, backwards and left-handed while...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,543
Posted By tcs

Beginning in the summer of 1977 I used a Citadel...

Beginning in the summer of 1977 I used a Citadel U-lock for the next 30+ years. Additionally, I never had any trouble finding a nicer bike locked less securely to park next to.

Ah, but those were...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 874
Posted By tcs

Folding bike.

Folding bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 635
Posted By tcs

Of course, this Igus RCYL doesn't complete with a...

Of course, this Igus RCYL doesn't complete with a Trek Madone. For reference, a single-speed Gazelle Esprit weighs 40#. A Pashley Roadster Sovereign weighs 47#, similar to the weight of the beloved...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 02:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 635
Posted By tcs

I'm willing to suspend judgment until it gets in...

I'm willing to suspend judgment until it gets in the hands of an independent reviewer, but based on my limited experience with the only rotational and injection molded plastic-framed bike I've...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 635
Posted By tcs

Interesting take on thru-hub. The designers do...

Interesting take on thru-hub. The designers do seem to have greatly increased the diameter of the bearing races.

Plastic recycling has to-date turned out to be one of the major disappointments of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 02:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 635
Posted By tcs

A better bike design for fabricating out of...

A better bike design for fabricating out of recycled materials and recycling @ EOL:
...
Forum: Touring
04-24-24, 07:03 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,946
Posted By tcs

An audience-interactive Lysistrata might be...

An audience-interactive Lysistrata might be interesting.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-24-24, 06:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 538
Posted By tcs

Kinetic offers a 'small wheel adapter' but, and...

Kinetic offers a 'small wheel adapter' but, and it's a big but, they claim it adapts "down to 16 inches". Dunno if that would work for you or not.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 06:39 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 699
Posted By tcs

It's sort of a given that here on Bike Forums...

It's sort of a given that here on Bike Forums Bicycle Mechanics posters will suggest and claim they use anything but the factory lubrication. Shrug. Anyway: Shimano Internal Hub Grease Y-041 20600
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-23-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,900
Posted By tcs

'People' might not, but where I live, the law...

'People' might not, but where I live, the law does.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-23-24, 07:58 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 33,179
Posted By tcs

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-23-24, 07:52 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,900
Posted By tcs

It varies under local laws and ordinances. Here...

It varies under local laws and ordinances. Here in Parts Unknown, by the book any ebike with a throttle is legally a moped and like any moped requires an operator's license, registration with a...
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