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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 844
Posted By RB1-luvr

clearly, I think we can all agree that a new bike...

clearly, I think we can all agree that a new bike is in order. It's only right.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-16-24, 07:29 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 401
Posted By RB1-luvr

holy crap.

holy crap.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 07:25 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 844
Posted By RB1-luvr

pretty sure you did, but just in case... you...

pretty sure you did, but just in case... you greased the threads of the bb prior to torquing?

If you hold the bike by the seatpost and stem, and place your foot on the center of the crank and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,742
Posted By RB1-luvr

This is an incredible thread. I need a nap.

This is an incredible thread. I need a nap.
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-15-24, 12:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,311
Posted By RB1-luvr

I have been BOB curious since I started one or...

I have been BOB curious since I started one or two-night bike camping trips in the mid 2000s. Would be great to hook to my Specialized CruX and ride the 50 miles to camp on the Airline Trail...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 10:47 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,620
Posted By RB1-luvr

This bike is so beautiful. You lucky guy.

This bike is so beautiful. You lucky guy.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-15-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 398
Posted By RB1-luvr

I hope your gravel/cross country mtb injury feels...

I hope your gravel/cross country mtb injury feels better soon.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-15-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 375
Posted By RB1-luvr

those appear to be aluminum rims. Hard to tell,...

those appear to be aluminum rims. Hard to tell, but the rear wheel looks to be bolted, not quick release. That bike is def worth $60. You could ride it as is or upgrade it a bit.
Forum: Introductions
05-15-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 195
Posted By RB1-luvr

you'll learn a lot here. Welcome.

you'll learn a lot here. Welcome.
Forum: Introductions
05-15-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 9
Hi!
Views: 265
Posted By RB1-luvr

Welcome to BF. Tell us a little about yourself.

Welcome to BF. Tell us a little about yourself.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 1,928
Views: 112,703
Posted By RB1-luvr

can't think of a better way to start Humpday than...

can't think of a better way to start Humpday than by shirking work responsibilities and reading about Huffente. My day can only go downhill from here.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-24, 08:01 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 3,475
Posted By RB1-luvr

^^ I have gotten out of the habit of regularly...

^^ I have gotten out of the habit of regularly filling very small cuts in my tires with super glue gel. I learned of it while watching pro mechanics do it to their racer's bikes. I need to get back...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 493
Posted By RB1-luvr

neat stuff. Thanks for posting.

neat stuff. Thanks for posting.
Forum: BMX
05-13-24, 11:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 354
Posted By RB1-luvr

this is one of my missed goals in life (I'll be...

this is one of my missed goals in life (I'll be 60 this year). I always wanted to do it, and never did. I didn't know anyone into it when younger, and then thought I'd have a chance in my mid 50s...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 3,585
Views: 456,261
Posted By RB1-luvr

I could perhaps. The difficulty being scheduling...

I could perhaps. The difficulty being scheduling a vet appointment. He's not on a regular visiting schedule with us. I will keep that in mind.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 3,585
Views: 456,261
Posted By RB1-luvr

for those with ferals, have you found a breakaway...

for those with ferals, have you found a breakaway collar that lasts longer than 12 hours? I put two on Buttons recently and he returns in the morning without it. I'm wanting to make sure the...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-10-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,570
Posted By RB1-luvr

as someone else replied here, I tend to eat more...

as someone else replied here, I tend to eat more calories than I burn after a ride. I think a disciplined diet is key in addition to exercise.
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-10-24, 05:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 509
Posted By RB1-luvr

I had a bad bike accident in June 2023, and after...

I had a bad bike accident in June 2023, and after my six-week recovery found I could not run anymore due to pain in the right knee. I'm finally getting around to seeing an orthopedic doctor in two...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-24, 05:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,415
Posted By RB1-luvr

how's recovery going? I hope you're in top shape...

how's recovery going? I hope you're in top shape soon.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 05:46 AM
Replies: 3,585
Views: 456,261
Posted By RB1-luvr

It took me a couple minutes to realize you have...

It took me a couple minutes to realize you have one on each shoulder. I would like that. They are one of my favorite animals.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-08-24, 01:43 PM
Replies: 3,585
Views: 456,261
Posted By RB1-luvr

Buttons our feral, still won't stay in overnight,...

Buttons our feral, still won't stay in overnight, but he comes in a couple hours every day. When it rains, he naps on his chair or on me.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 777
Posted By RB1-luvr

I have that Origin 8 Sport Uno-S saddle on a...

I have that Origin 8 Sport Uno-S saddle on a touring bike, and it's very good. All of my other bikes have thinner firmer padding, and yet I enjoy it. It feels odd/different for the first mile and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 725
Posted By RB1-luvr

dig this.

dig this.
Forum: Touring
05-07-24, 10:05 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,195
Posted By RB1-luvr

I have a friend who has a custom wheel building...

I have a friend who has a custom wheel building business in the Berkshires. Not sure if that helps.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-24, 06:04 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 31,092
Posted By RB1-luvr

Willimantic, CT ...

Willimantic, CT
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,609
Posted By RB1-luvr

ah, ok. Yes, Rainbow Cycles. I could not recall...

ah, ok. Yes, Rainbow Cycles. I could not recall the name. They and Scott's Cyclery were the two shops in town. I bought my first road bike from Scott's. And yes, you're 18 years older than I am....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,609
Posted By RB1-luvr

I know him from the 80s when the triathlon team I...

I know him from the 80s when the triathlon team I was on regularly competed against his team. He owned a bike shop in Willimantic if I recall correctly. I raced for Doris Roboto (DJ's Dog Grooming in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,609
Posted By RB1-luvr

sounds like the OP is talking about Ron. Am I...

sounds like the OP is talking about Ron. Am I right? If so, he's a great guy, and his cx race at Mansfield Hollow Dam is legendary.

My identity is Wannabe.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 05:50 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,435
Posted By RB1-luvr

Trek 920 $2100 Specialized Crux Expert $6200...

Trek 920 $2100
Specialized Crux Expert $6200

I've never been good at staying within a budget.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 3,892
Posted By RB1-luvr

And if I do get a saddle bag, I'll be getting the...

And if I do get a saddle bag, I'll be getting the sunflower yellow one which is marked down 30%. 40% with my 10% code. Ya buddy.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-24, 09:28 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 3,892
Posted By RB1-luvr

Because of this thread I went to the ALMSTHRE...

Because of this thread I went to the ALMSTHRE website. They have nice products at reasonable prices. I couldn't resist ordering the "ride wallet" at 44% off ($18) because it's purple I presume. ...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-01-24, 11:26 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,545
Posted By RB1-luvr

At 60 years old, I have never lost weight from...

At 60 years old, I have never lost weight from riding. Riding makes me inordinately hungry. A 20-mile ride has me eating everything that's not bolted down when I get back. Jogging for some reason...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 518
Posted By RB1-luvr

I follow a male bike tourer on YouTube who swears...

I follow a male bike tourer on YouTube who swears by her saddles.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-30-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,151
Posted By RB1-luvr

on a related subject, in the last ten-ish years I...

on a related subject, in the last ten-ish years I began stopping at reds at the last car in line. I used to go to the front of the line (on the side of the road of course). I used to think I would...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-29-24, 09:16 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,151
Posted By RB1-luvr

I try to only run through red lights if no other...

I try to only run through red lights if no other cars are in sight. I don't want to spread bad vibes to motorists by them seeing me run the red, even if I'm not inconveniencing them and they are far...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 01:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 610
Posted By RB1-luvr

I wrap my patch kit vulcanizing fluid tube in...

I wrap my patch kit vulcanizing fluid tube in tissue paper so it does not get a hole rubbed in it while bouncing around in the box. I also put my spare tube in a sock which does the same thing and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 01:40 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,166
Posted By RB1-luvr

I find it difficult to get the v-brake arms...

I find it difficult to get the v-brake arms symmetrical. I always have one at a different angle than the other. You've adjusted the small screw on the right arm to try to pull the left arm in?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-23-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 239
Views: 9,642
Posted By RB1-luvr

my 60-year-old dad bod is not looking good in...

my 60-year-old dad bod is not looking good in club kit lately. I had to order an XL (Giordana) this year for the first time. But I swear in the past our club kit was not race cut, but club cut,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 610
Posted By RB1-luvr

Added cheapo quick chain links and pliers to a...

Added cheapo quick chain links and pliers to a few of my bike's tool bags. Hopefully will never need them. I bought them in various speeds compatibility.
...
Forum: Commuting
04-23-24, 09:28 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 9,297
Posted By RB1-luvr

now this thread just needs some good ole DIY cat...

now this thread just needs some good ole DIY cat litter carton panniers.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 05:52 AM
Replies: 3,585
Views: 456,261
Posted By RB1-luvr

^^nom nom nom. Love bites.

^^nom nom nom. Love bites.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 06:17 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 11,845
Posted By RB1-luvr

I have fond memories of Ben visiting Walnut Hill...

I have fond memories of Ben visiting Walnut Hill Park during early spring training series crits in the 80s. He was an idol as well as Richard Sachs whose team was always there. I used to be friends...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 3,585
Views: 456,261
Posted By RB1-luvr

those colors! beautiful cat.

those colors! beautiful cat.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,278
Posted By RB1-luvr

The guy standing by the street sign looks like he...

The guy standing by the street sign looks like he has an Adidas logo on his sleeve.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,956
Posted By RB1-luvr

I've put some decent items at the end of my...

I've put some decent items at the end of my driveway for free recently just because selling them doesn't feel like the hassle and risk is worth it, and I could really use the money.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-17-24, 06:05 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,524
Posted By RB1-luvr

38mm (with tubes) on a graveled cx bike is...

38mm (with tubes) on a graveled cx bike is working for me at 170lbs. and 40-ish psi.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,956
Posted By RB1-luvr

My initial experience with Fb Marketplace was...

My initial experience with Fb Marketplace was very good, for about 1-2 years. Recently, all I get are "is this available" despite the ad stating that I will not reply to that question. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 354
Posted By RB1-luvr

a raced one just like that back then. It was a...

a raced one just like that back then. It was a perfect crit axe. hated every minute on it. haha

the shop gave our team a new one every season, and I sold it as soon as the season was over.
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-16-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,027
Posted By RB1-luvr

I'm turning 60 this year, and I'm about ten...

I'm turning 60 this year, and I'm about ten pounds overweight. I need to improve my diet (less sugar, less salt). My blood pressure is trending higher, my tummy is biggest it's ever been. Thanks...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-16-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 1,928
Views: 112,703
Posted By RB1-luvr

what is Huffente's current weight?

what is Huffente's current weight?
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