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01-01-21, 07:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,608
Posted By bmwjoe

If you don't like that outfit I have my night...

If you don't like that outfit I have my night riding attire...

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Night Training
01-01-21, 06:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,608
Posted By bmwjoe

I have been riding my fixed gear on the trainer...

I have been riding my fixed gear on the trainer for the last 3 weeks as I am recovering from pacemaker surgery. With any luck I can ride outdoors next week.:)
...
12-27-20, 08:06 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,599,572
Posted By bmwjoe

It only takes one or two reminders by the chain...

It only takes one or two reminders by the chain to train the legs not to coast. Usually more scary than dangerous. Soon it will become second nature.
09-19-20, 09:00 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 10,534
Posted By bmwjoe

48x18, 70 gear inches for me. I switch to 52x118...

48x18, 70 gear inches for me. I switch to 52x118 when I am riding in NJ, where it is flat.
...
09-19-20, 08:53 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,863
Posted By bmwjoe

I live in SE PA and there are hills here. There...

I live in SE PA and there are hills here. There are only 3 in Montgomery county that I can't climb. I ride 48x18 (70 GI) and I in can do short grades of 10%. A 5% grade I can do all day and...
09-13-20, 05:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,367
Posted By bmwjoe

I believe it is a new chain being used with a...

I believe it is a new chain being used with a worn cog. I did this once and the noise was incredible! It was worse when under power. I only rode a couple hundred yards and turned around to put the...
09-06-20, 06:58 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 143,131
Posted By bmwjoe

Very funny :lol:

Very funny :lol:
08-16-20, 06:44 PM
Replies: 4,915
Views: 772,560
Posted By bmwjoe

Went for a ride out to Trenton with Team Cycling...

Went for a ride out to Trenton with Team Cycling Royalty. A great ride, and great people. I finally got a picture of my bike in front of a roll up security door. Proper fixed gear :)
...
07-30-20, 08:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,431
Posted By bmwjoe

I am 62 and I ride 70 to 73 gear inches depending...

I am 62 and I ride 70 to 73 gear inches depending on the season. I can make it up a 6% grade w/o issue and maintain 12% for a short time. I don't think I would try 80 inch anywhere but the track,...
07-26-20, 07:15 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 143,131
Posted By bmwjoe

That is one sweet ride. Everything is perfect. ...

That is one sweet ride. Everything is perfect. Googled Shimanami Kaido and now I want to go. Last time I visited Tokyo the trip was too short. The Shimanami Kaido looks fantastic.
07-13-20, 08:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,732
Posted By bmwjoe

Here you go. The one on the left is a 1/4"...

Here you go. The one on the left is a 1/4" carbide burr that I use in my die grinder. It would make very short work of the bolt. The little grinding stones would work, but would require patience....
07-12-20, 07:10 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,732
Posted By bmwjoe

Carefully file it off with a rat-tail file. One...

Carefully file it off with a rat-tail file. One could also use a mounted stone on a drill or die grinder. I have a little carbide burr that I use in the die grinder that would make that little bit...
07-11-20, 05:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,732
Posted By bmwjoe

I would use NATLOZ recommendation, but if the...

I would use NATLOZ recommendation, but if the screw moves keep moving it front and back, more and more to clear out the threads in the frame. if it moves freely try and remove it to the front. If...
06-27-20, 06:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,750
Posted By bmwjoe

When I drilled mine out 2 weeks ago I used the...

When I drilled mine out 2 weeks ago I used the little wrench tool on the back and drilled out the hex side. The worn nubs still had enough grip to let me drill the bolt out. Not too bad a job. The...
06-27-20, 08:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,806
Posted By bmwjoe

I did ride his commute ride one morning and it...

I did ride his commute ride one morning and it was easy. Flat and fairly easy roads. California is a bit more bike friendly compared to Pennsylvania. I am not sure he is willing to ride to work,...
06-25-20, 10:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,806
Posted By bmwjoe

I called a bunch of bike shops in Sacramento and...

I called a bunch of bike shops in Sacramento and no way would they rent considering Covid-19. I Googled "bike share in Sacramento" and Practical Bikes in Folsom popped up. They had a fleet of...
06-25-20, 07:10 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,750
Posted By bmwjoe

Try the above. Also, I have had good luck with...

Try the above. Also, I have had good luck with an electric impact wrench. My last stuck chainring bolt I had to drill out. Not too bad of a job. Replacements are not too expensive.
06-14-20, 08:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,585
Posted By bmwjoe

+1 on White industries. I only run fixed, but I...

+1 on White industries. I only run fixed, but I have never heard anything bad about White frewheels.

Ride Safe,

Joe
06-01-20, 04:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,806
Posted By bmwjoe

Yep. That is the place. Near the high school. ...

Yep. That is the place. Near the high school. I will be driving to Chicago where he lives now mid-June then driving with him to Sacramento. If things go well I will have an extra day or two in...
05-30-20, 05:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,806
Posted By bmwjoe

Thanks for the tips on bikes direct models. He...

Thanks for the tips on bikes direct models. He will be living and working just east of the city on Tallho Dr. Google maps makes it look flatter than 2-day old beer. He is not a cyclist, but a 4.1...
05-25-20, 05:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,806
Posted By bmwjoe

My son is moving to Sacramento

My son has accepted an internship in Sacramento CA. He will be working about 4 miles from where he works. Looking at Google maps it appears Sacramento is flatter than 2-day old beer. This seems...
05-22-20, 04:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 596
Posted By bmwjoe

You know, on an Italian BB both sides have a...

You know, on an Italian BB both sides have a right hand thread. It is not the same as on an English BB.
05-03-20, 07:07 PM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 772,424
Posted By bmwjoe

Those are the business. Great job!

Those are the business. Great job!
03-22-20, 06:57 PM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 772,424
Posted By bmwjoe

Please get a lawyer. I was hit two years ago and...

Please get a lawyer. I was hit two years ago and the insurance company was not my friend. Call Joe Piscatello at https://www.piscitellolaw.com/ he does this all the time and got my bike fixed,...
03-14-20, 06:29 AM
Replies: 475
Views: 143,131
Posted By bmwjoe

The Raleigh is exquisite! Very handsome and...

The Raleigh is exquisite! Very handsome and functional. Full marks!
03-01-20, 07:28 PM
Replies: 4,915
Views: 772,560
Posted By bmwjoe

Went for a nice ride today since it went way up...

Went for a nice ride today since it went way up to 43°

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The far end of the US...
02-24-20, 08:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,698
Posted By bmwjoe

I would go down to 17 teeth in the back and see...

I would go down to 17 teeth in the back and see how you like it. It will probably work with the existing chain. You may need to remove a link, possibly install a half link.

Ride Safe,
Joe
01-17-20, 08:55 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 13,980
Posted By bmwjoe

If you like 48/15, then I would go back to it. ...

If you like 48/15, then I would go back to it. You will save having to change the chain.
01-17-20, 08:52 PM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 772,424
Posted By bmwjoe

My Christmas present from China finally came. A...

My Christmas present from China finally came. A heart shaped light. I hope it lasts well....
12-28-19, 07:01 AM
Replies: 409
Views: 117,845
Posted By bmwjoe

Clean, simp0le, classic. I love it!

Clean, simp0le, classic. I love it!
12-24-19, 05:24 PM
Replies: 409
Views: 117,845
Posted By bmwjoe

Sweet! Enjoy.:)

Sweet! Enjoy.:)
12-24-19, 10:13 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 20,422
Posted By bmwjoe

If I was not riding my retired track bike with...

If I was not riding my retired track bike with brakes and bottle cages I would own a Wabi for all of the above reasons. It would weigh 1/2 lb more and ride nicer.

Ride Safe,

Joe
12-21-19, 05:12 PM
Replies: 409
Views: 117,845
Posted By bmwjoe

A 20 mile ride on Winter Solstice ...

A 20 mile ride on Winter Solstice

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Low light along the Unami Creek

Good...
12-02-19, 05:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,357
Posted By bmwjoe

Snow today in the Philadelphia suburbs. Time to...

Snow today in the Philadelphia suburbs. Time to break out the snow bike :-)
11-24-19, 06:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,357
Posted By bmwjoe

They are OK, but different. There is a little...

They are OK, but different. There is a little unsettled feeling and they are noisy. I have a hybrid bike that I use just in iffy situations so I don't ride them on dry roads much. I kinda like...
11-23-19, 06:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,221
Posted By bmwjoe

As Jempi said, put a little air in the tube and...

As Jempi said, put a little air in the tube and be careful.
11-03-19, 06:51 AM
Replies: 5,734
Views: 1,637,447
Posted By bmwjoe

I took in the annual Philly Bike Expo (rode my...

I took in the annual Philly Bike Expo (rode my fixed gear of course) and snapped a few pics of the bikes. There were a lot of single speed/fixed bikes. Enjoy....
11-01-19, 07:56 PM
Replies: 5,734
Views: 1,637,447
Posted By bmwjoe

Great bike, and great to see a picture of T-town....

Great bike, and great to see a picture of T-town. My current ride has seen many laps up there in the 1990's.
10-31-19, 09:15 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,357
Posted By bmwjoe

I agree. They are a get out of jail free card. ...

I agree. They are a get out of jail free card. Feels like cheating.
10-19-19, 06:07 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,869
Posted By bmwjoe

Here is my winter ride. It has spike 40mm tires....

Here is my winter ride. It has spike 40mm tires.
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Perfect depth of snow
10-07-19, 05:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 4,869
Posted By bmwjoe

Drop bars, 23c slicks, and clipless pedals is no...

Drop bars, 23c slicks, and clipless pedals is no way to roll in the ice and snow. I ride a hybrid with 40mm studded snows when the roads are slippery. If the roads are dry I stick to my normal...
10-03-19, 04:33 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,004
Posted By bmwjoe

After looking at the video I agree with tugadude....

After looking at the video I agree with tugadude. The tire is not round, or is on the wheel wrong. Take the tire off and re-seat it on the rim. You can usually look at the marks on the tire and...
09-23-19, 04:35 AM
Replies: 1,860
Views: 1,034,164
Posted By bmwjoe

The farm to fork fondo in Lancaster PA was great....

The farm to fork fondo in Lancaster PA was great. We traveled to 7 farms and sampled the...
09-22-19, 07:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,726
Posted By bmwjoe

I take my fixed gear (retired track bike) on dirt...

I take my fixed gear (retired track bike) on dirt roads when they present themselves. It depends on the state. PA, where I live, tends to be rough, muddy and have some large rocks. The ones in MI...
09-18-19, 04:18 AM
Replies: 4,938
Views: 772,424
Posted By bmwjoe

A friend gave me this sweet Park work stand. ...

A friend gave me this sweet Park work stand.
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Park work stand
09-14-19, 12:29 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,548
Posted By bmwjoe

Yes, that was with stock grease. They all looked...

Yes, that was with stock grease. They all looked about the same when I took them apart. The last pair I repacked with marine grease when they were new. We will see how they make out. I was...
09-14-19, 04:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,548
Posted By bmwjoe

Yep. Here is a typical set: ...

Yep. Here is a typical set:
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Typical pitting

I tried to order...
09-12-19, 04:40 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,548
Posted By bmwjoe

I use the same wheels on my bike. The bearings...

I use the same wheels on my bike. The bearings appear to be normal to me. The fronts have a rubber seal that presses into the hub and rides on the cone.

I have had a lot of these wheels as the...
09-03-19, 04:32 AM
Replies: 1,012
Views: 301,918
Posted By bmwjoe

Sharp bike. Enjoy the ride.

Sharp bike. Enjoy the ride.
08-24-19, 08:21 PM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,599,572
Posted By bmwjoe

I rode the PA Dutch Farm to Fork Fondo. I was...

I rode the PA Dutch Farm to Fork Fondo. I was the only fixed gear out of 500 riders from 25 states. It was a great ride.

https://www.strava.com/activities/2648437657
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