Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Search
Today's Posts
Mark Forums Read
Vendor Directory
Notices
 
Page 1 of 9
1
2
3
Last »
Search: Posts Made By: Cadfael
Showing results 1 to 50 of 426
Search took 0.14 seconds.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-20-10, 12:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 818
Posted By Cadfael

It may not be your issue, but I have just solved...

It may not be your issue, but I have just solved the same problem by fitting new jockey wheels in my RD. I had done everything else, checked chain wear, sprocket ware, pawl bearings in the rear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-16-09, 06:43 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,661
Posted By Cadfael

My apologies there sirrah! I did not realise I...

My apologies there sirrah! I did not realise I was taking on a youngster! I say what.... he can take race my wife instead, just to keep things fair... she likes to wait and burn up fast bikes as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-15-09, 11:04 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,661
Posted By Cadfael

There was one thing that did put a smile on my...

There was one thing that did put a smile on my face... and at the same time peeved the heck out of me. I was cycling a green belt lane and overtook a plodder on a total wreck of a bike......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-15-09, 12:37 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,661
Posted By Cadfael

Phagh! Come on.... I will race you... you.... ...

Phagh! Come on.... I will race you... you.... LOOOOOSER! :roflmao2:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-15-09, 12:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,241
Posted By Cadfael

That is what I thought they were for! :roflmao2: ...

That is what I thought they were for! :roflmao2: I have them on my bike...

http://www.ecadfael.fu8.com/dl_bike/P3121502.JPG
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-12-09, 12:24 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 5,661
Posted By Cadfael

Oh it makes me feel really great! I very often...

Oh it makes me feel really great! I very often just wait at the side of the road for a $1,200 to come past... then I just burn them away!
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-12-09, 12:01 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,089
Posted By Cadfael

+1 It has happened to me.

+1 It has happened to me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-09-09, 12:18 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,168
Posted By Cadfael

Can I ask... is it the fact he has converted any...

Can I ask... is it the fact he has converted any bike to a fixie that causes such pain?

Or it there something about the frame and manufacturer that is the problem?

It is an honest question. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-08-09, 11:40 PM
Replies: 125
Views: 53,407
Posted By Cadfael

Well, it is official... I have fallen in lust...

Well, it is official... I have fallen in lust with a bike, and I cannot believe I am about to post that fact. :love:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-08-09, 01:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 751
Posted By Cadfael

Hehehe... I wish I had said that! But it is true....

Hehehe... I wish I had said that! But it is true.

I have SMP Smart Guard on my MTB (the ones with the blue gel), and I was told they would be a bu@@er to fit... but I had no problems at all, the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-04-09, 06:05 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,645
Posted By Cadfael

It was an issue for me to begin with when I used...

It was an issue for me to begin with when I used brifters, but now I don't worry to much about the gear I am in, if I find myself free spinning I just drop down...and move up when it gets hard. I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-04-09, 05:56 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,411
Posted By Cadfael

I have the SMP's on my mountain bike, some story...

I have the SMP's on my mountain bike, some story here... no flats in three years. They are heavy, but once you are rolling with them it is pretty easy to keep up the speed (maybe due to the inertia...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-04-09, 01:51 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 3,411
Posted By Cadfael

Why not just put the punctured tire under the...

Why not just put the punctured tire under the seat stay where the replacement was... and then fix it later?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-09, 11:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,835
Posted By Cadfael

It is just the same as the recommendation to wear...

It is just the same as the recommendation to wear white clothing when walking along a dark road... it is picked up by car headlights.

As regard WW2 cycling...
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-09, 11:38 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,930
Posted By Cadfael

A nice looking bike... and I am sure it will only...

A nice looking bike... and I am sure it will only get nicer as you fix it up.

Oh... and congratulations re: the January babe!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-28-09, 11:18 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,516
Posted By Cadfael

Merxck is spelled wrong on the frame? EDIT:...

Merxck is spelled wrong on the frame?

EDIT: Scrub that, I see that is is spelled correctly now, it is me that had it wrong!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-25-09, 09:37 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,811
Posted By Cadfael

Now that I have read that... I wonder why it...

Now that I have read that... I wonder why it never occurred to me before, it make perfect common sense. But I always pull the nozzle of quickly to stop escaping from the presta valve...

... good...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-24-09, 11:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,082
Posted By Cadfael

Brooks Bags 1...

Brooks Bags 1 (http://www.brookssaddles.com/en/Shop_CategoryPage.aspx?cat=bags+-+cycle+bags+%26+accoutrements)
Brooks Bags 2...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-24-09, 12:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 971
Posted By Cadfael

So let me see if I have the terminology right......

So let me see if I have the terminology right... any lever that has the cable routing running beneath the bar tape is an AERO lever?

I don't mean to hi-jack the thread, but I never knew this. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-09, 11:53 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 25,580
Posted By Cadfael

One thing is clear... Raleigh USA is NOT Raleigh...

One thing is clear... Raleigh USA is NOT Raleigh UK!

They don't have this bike listed on their UK Website, in fact they have nothing remotely as good as the bikes on the US site. They do have...
Forum: United Kingdom
10-20-09, 07:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,063
Posted By Cadfael

Oh my god... talk about bike porn. I need to...

Oh my god... talk about bike porn.

I need to go shower now. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-09, 11:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 921
Posted By Cadfael

The thing is, with lower end cable disc brakes......

The thing is, with lower end cable disc brakes... the fixed pad should be set so that it is just touching the rotor... you should hear a slight scraping noise as you turn the wheel. The adjustable...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-18-09, 12:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 921
Posted By Cadfael

When you say slight noise.... do you mean under...

When you say slight noise.... do you mean under braking, or when you are not breaking and underway?

It matters with a cheap bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-17-09, 12:03 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 633
Posted By Cadfael

ditto!

ditto!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-11-09, 11:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 977
Posted By Cadfael

I have been thinking about this... If you...

I have been thinking about this...

If you had the same braking power on the rims as you do on a disc closer to the hub... then you may have issues, yes? If someone invented a rim brake that was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-11-09, 09:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 10,983
Posted By Cadfael

Even if you need to replace your cranks... it...

Even if you need to replace your cranks... it should be mentioned that you don't necessarily need to replace your chainrings, you may be able attach your existing rings to the new crank 'spider' by...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-11-09, 09:06 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 16,121
Posted By Cadfael

My bike was left to me with computer fitted, but...

My bike was left to me with computer fitted, but no magnet. I took the bike to my LBS to be checked over (it had stood idle for ten years) before I rode it and he pulled a magnet out of a box of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-11-09, 08:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 977
Posted By Cadfael

I am pretty sure any bike fitted with disc brakes...

I am pretty sure any bike fitted with disc brakes will have spokes that are designed to handle the load, as well as the forks. Okay, who knows what the score is with cheap low end bikes. My MTB has...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-10-09, 10:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 732
Posted By Cadfael

That look pretty much like the one on my bike......

That look pretty much like the one on my bike... which has Veloce kit fitted, it does have the double ring just before the tapered section. The top clamp on mine is different however.

EDIT: a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-08-09, 10:23 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,182
Posted By Cadfael

I use a chain bath to clean my chain, and also...

I use a chain bath to clean my chain, and also use the rinsed out chain bath to rinse the degreaser out with water, holding the hose to the outfeed of the bath to flush out the chain bath. I make...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-30-09, 10:27 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 653
Posted By Cadfael

I recently bought an old Raleigh Winner to use in...

I recently bought an old Raleigh Winner to use in winter, the seat post was stuck fast. It had not been removed or adjusted for 20 years at least according to the original owner. I could not get it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-30-09, 10:18 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 950
Posted By Cadfael

Ack... give over you jokers! :p :roflmao2: ...

Ack... give over you jokers! :p

:roflmao2:

It worked.. and I tossed away the clip, I work in a office I can get thousands of the things... wanna buy some? :D
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-09, 07:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 950
Posted By Cadfael

I have taken these out with a straightened paper...

I have taken these out with a straightened paper clip in the past, if you can feel the shard from the inner tire you can then trace its entry point on the tread side usually... shoving the paper clip...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-09, 12:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,290
Posted By Cadfael

My bike was built and fitted out by Dave Lloyd......

My bike was built and fitted out by Dave Lloyd... this is how he did mine...

http://www.ecadfael.fu8.com/dl_bike/P3121522.JPG

... I am not saying it is the only way, nor the best way, but I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-15-09, 01:06 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,392
Posted By Cadfael

Granted... I fully agree. I just use a chain...

Granted... I fully agree. I just use a chain bath for my chain, give it about 30 turns, rinse of the degreaser, dry and apply the lube. It may not be as hard core as some like, but it does work for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-09, 12:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 619
Posted By Cadfael

You know... I have searched all over the place...

You know... I have searched all over the place for a stem with a longer length! Obviously I was looking in the wrong place, I hope they are available in the UK, if not I will have to import one.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-14-09, 11:59 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 13,392
Posted By Cadfael

Would this also not depend on how often you clean...

Would this also not depend on how often you clean the chain?

If you are in the habit of cleaning your chain every week (I do) then 3in1 Oil should be okay... yes? The dirt it does pick up is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-14-09, 11:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 619
Posted By Cadfael

Am I going to ruin my Dave Lloyd?

Technically this is a mechanical question, but seeing that I have a classic and vintage bike I will ask it here.

Here is my bike...

http://www.ecadfael.fu8.com/dl_bike/P3121508.JPG

It was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-31-09, 09:37 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 452
Posted By Cadfael

If you look in the dark blue title bar on the...

If you look in the dark blue title bar on the page with the list of threads for this section, you will see the words 'Forum Tools', with a downward arrow by the side. Click on that and then select...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-31-09, 12:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 621
Posted By Cadfael

Technically.... yes it could. :)

Technically.... yes it could. :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-31-09, 12:08 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 621
Posted By Cadfael

A good point! :) But I do hope we are...

A good point! :)

But I do hope we are talking about a floor surface that will remain absolutely dry during the months of inactivity? That does need to be said... it would be a shame to find...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-09, 11:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 11,076
Posted By Cadfael

I can only give my experience with these tyres, I...

I can only give my experience with these tyres, I cannot comment on their non puncture guarded tyres... but I am impressed a hell of a lot.

On my mountain bike during the summer months it was a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-09, 11:30 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,238
Posted By Cadfael

Given the cost of a crank puller you really...

Given the cost of a crank puller you really should quit being a cheap ass!

If you are going to service your own BB it is worth the money a thousand times over. It was the best £10 I even spent on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-09, 10:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 621
Posted By Cadfael

Not to sure regarding inflated or flat... ...

Not to sure regarding inflated or flat...

... but it would be beneficial if you could hang the bike so the tyres are off the floor. I *think* you may find that after a certain length of time time...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-09, 10:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,142
Posted By Cadfael

Am I a crap biker as well? Because 18 miles an...

Am I a crap biker as well? Because 18 miles an hour (30kph) does not seem slow to me!

50kph = 31 mph... and you are concerned about going too fast! I would say you are a brilliant biker and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-09, 10:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 900
Posted By Cadfael

Brooks have some lovely leather grips that would...

Brooks have some lovely leather grips that would look good on a retro or vintage bike...

Brooks Leather Bar Grips...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-09, 10:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 639
Posted By Cadfael

One of the finest seats I have ever seen on a...

One of the finest seats I have ever seen on a bike....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-09, 10:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 717
Posted By Cadfael

If you are planning on a complete replacement...

If you are planning on a complete replacement service you can then consider a destructive removal method, cutting through the BB axle with an angle grinder. On the non-drive side this should be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-09, 11:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 717
Posted By Cadfael

What penetrating lube are you using? If it is...

What penetrating lube are you using? If it is just a duck oil type that simply reduces friction between surfaces that may not be enough. You may need a dismantling lube, such as Shell Cassida Fluid...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-09, 11:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 10,649
Posted By Cadfael

Oh my lord... ... erm... I need to go...

Oh my lord...

... erm... I need to go shower.... :twitchy:

Not only is it BRG.... but it is Dawes!

Nice... just really NICE! I cannot read what model it is... is it a Galaxy?
Showing results 1 to 50 of 426
 
Page 1 of 9
1
2
3
Last »


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.