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Forum: Beach Cruisers
04-13-22, 08:00 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,549
Posted By Cmichini

Thanks for the tip on some new brakes. I think...

Thanks for the tip on some new brakes.
I think any replacements won’t need to be too robust as this will be for casual in-style cruising.
Forum: Beach Cruisers
04-10-22, 07:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,549
Posted By Cmichini

Some after pictures: ...

Some after pictures:
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20220328_174000_2707d6bd0fdc3f8c61adcbc0332d8c1b1cffbb51.jpg
left side
...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
04-10-22, 07:15 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,549
Posted By Cmichini

Some more before Pix ...

Some more before Pix
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20220312_100541_a90d8812c7b2db7850b8539891fbad7ec3356f41.jpg
Before right side
...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
04-10-22, 07:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,549
Posted By Cmichini

It didn't take me long to get this project done,...

It didn't take me long to get this project done, here's a recap and some photos:

Before
Bike seemed complete, and really just in need of some TLC and a few fixes.
Grip shifter was toast....
Forum: Beach Cruisers
03-14-22, 08:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,549
Posted By Cmichini

New Cruiser Project

Hi all:

I'm a relative noob at putting wrenches to bikes, but over the last few years I've been able to learn a few things and not mess things up too terribly.
Found this Huffy Classic Beach...
Forum: Introductions
03-08-21, 05:58 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 605
Posted By Cmichini

Welcome from Charlotte!!!

Welcome from Charlotte!!!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-01-21, 11:28 AM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 838,649
Posted By Cmichini

Hi all: Went shopping at one of the two local...

Hi all:
Went shopping at one of the two local Trek stores over the weekend. I had a few shekels available and thought about upgrading from my current primary bike (1998 Specialized Crossroads).
I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-25-20, 07:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By Cmichini

I hadn't seen the look up chart. I'll be doing...

I hadn't seen the look up chart.
I'll be doing more data gathering (and documenting) and research, but that look up chart is probably the key (or one of them) to figuring this out.

Again, much...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-24-20, 12:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By Cmichini

Thanks to all for the informative and productive...

Thanks to all for the informative and productive info.

The 800 I think will become a commuter bike if I ever go back to the office, and act as a back up for when I feel confident enough to take a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-23-20, 10:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By Cmichini

Thanks a bunch. I just got some digital calipers...

Thanks a bunch. I just got some digital calipers with MM - I already had a dial caliper for ammo reloading but it wasn't metric. So I'll check my sizes and also swing by the LBS - I have 2 within a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-23-20, 07:02 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 658
Posted By Cmichini

Wheel Parts Sources & Ordering

Hi BF:
Another wrenching newbie question
I'm overhauling the wheels on a couple of late 90's Trek Craigslist bikes (700 & 800) I bought super cheap to fix up.
Right now, I'm working on cleaning up...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-20, 01:28 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By Cmichini

This is super informative. Thanks. I値l go check...

This is super informative. Thanks. I値l go check the part, etc.
Another poster said to try my local co-op, which I recently discovered.
I値l check them out.

Thanks to all with such helpful...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-20, 07:59 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By Cmichini

Thanks, yes they've got linear pull brakes. If I...

Thanks, yes they've got linear pull brakes. If I remember correctly they are a replacement so maybe not 'V' from Shimano but linear pull nonetheless.

There is a co-op in town and will check there.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-20, 07:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By Cmichini

Thanks for the reply. If you get a chance to...

Thanks for the reply. If you get a chance to look and strike gold, let me know and we'll work something out.

Follow up question
If I replaced them, i'd likely go separate brake levers/shifters....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-20, 07:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,413
Posted By Cmichini

Will i be able to find this part?

I've looked but can't find where I may be able to replace a part missing on an old Trek 800 (1998 I believe) that I'm cleaning up.
Per the Trek catalog, I believe I've got the original Shimano,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-04-20, 10:11 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,392
Posted By Cmichini

I play music via my cell phone's speakers...

I play music via my cell phone's speakers (mounted to my handle bars), typically streaming Sirius XM radio, most often the 70's/80's pop station.
The music is reminiscent of my youth, with a good...
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-29-20, 06:13 AM
Replies: 1,086
Views: 237,152
Posted By Cmichini

Not really a utility run, but on my daily ride -...

Not really a utility run, but on my daily ride - I swung by an early polling site and VOTED.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-13-20, 10:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 511
Posted By Cmichini

Thanks. I値l do some inspection to see if the...

Thanks. I値l do some inspection to see if the tube has defects impacting a proper fit.

The existing post, has lots and lots of mangled areas, I think this has been a chronic problem in the bikes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-13-20, 08:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 511
Posted By Cmichini

Older Trek 700 Multitrack Project - Seatpost Q

Hi all
I picked up an older Trek 700 Multitrack from Craigslist as a project bike to learn a bit about bike mechanics & create a spare/loaner.
It's red with white decals, so I think 1993?

It's...
Forum: Introductions
10-08-20, 08:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 491
Posted By Cmichini

Hi Welcome from a fellow newbie. I've also...

Hi
Welcome from a fellow newbie.

I've also recently started biking more again on my 'vintage' Specialized Crossroads.
Like you, I've started shopping for a new hybrid myself.
The shopping is...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-05-20, 06:48 PM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 414,190
Posted By Cmichini

New 700 Multi Track Project Bike

I just picked this up on Craigslist for about $60.
From what I have found it's a '93?
I wanted to get schooled on working on bicycles so this is my lab rat.

If things work out, I'll use this for...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-05-20, 06:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,816
Posted By Cmichini

I didn't know they had a 'big book'. Uh-oh... :)

I didn't know they had a 'big book'. Uh-oh... :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-02-20, 12:38 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,151,836
Posted By Cmichini

Trek 700 Multi Track on Craigslist, good deal?

I wanted to find a cheap bike to clean up, build some technical skills and knowledge.
I found a red Trek 700 Multi Track. Condition is good, some paint chips, dirty, tires look serviceable for a...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-01-20, 05:53 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 6,497
Posted By Cmichini

I do try to minimize my interactions with...

I do try to minimize my interactions with motorists, as well.
I try to use smaller roads that parallel, or closely follow, main roads.When taking main roads, I try to use those with dedicated bike...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-01-20, 05:45 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 10,140
Posted By Cmichini

I see it as all of the above (courtesy,...

I see it as all of the above (courtesy, efficiency PLUS safety).

Courtesy - It's polite to let others on the road know you're up to. Simply put, it's courteous to communicate to each other when...
Forum: Southeast
09-30-20, 05:55 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,891
Posted By Cmichini

Hi ya! I'm down in Charlotte, but a new...

Hi ya!

I'm down in Charlotte, but a new member here so thought I'd say hi.
Recreational/fitness rider here too.

Got back on my bike in March when the gyms closed, after only riding a few times...
Forum: Introductions
09-30-20, 05:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 513
Posted By Cmichini

Thanks all I'm a veteran of hobby forums on the...

Thanks all
I'm a veteran of hobby forums on the web.
They're consistently great places to feed your imagination, expand your knowledge and generally increase your engagement & enjoyment.
And...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-29-20, 11:03 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,816
Posted By Cmichini

+1 for Park Tools videos

I'm a newb to doing more than hopping on the bike and pedaling. I found the Park Tools videos on YouTube to be well organized, well presented and thorough - a rarity on YouTube.
.
I've used them a...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-25-20, 10:33 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,777
Posted By Cmichini

I use a pretty simple set up. I bought a cheap...

I use a pretty simple set up. I bought a cheap cell phone holder off Amazon that I put on my handlebars.
When I start riding I start Strava to capture my data & run Siriux XM radio on the phone with...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-25-20, 08:51 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,282
Posted By Cmichini

Thanks all: I appreciate the insight, and...

Thanks all:

I appreciate the insight, and comments, particularly maintenance and other parts/gear needs.
I think you've gotten me over the hump to modernize to disc brakes in this iteration.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-25-20, 06:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,282
Posted By Cmichini

School me on disc brakes

Relatively newbie on the site & to biking technical details - I think my current bike I purchased (Specialized Crossroads) circa 2006 or so.
But, like many, I've started to get out on my bike more,...
Forum: Commuting
09-22-20, 01:24 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 32,217
Posted By Cmichini

Hi I do record, but not every ride. I use a...

Hi
I do record, but not every ride. I use a GoPro hero 5 I think. Attached to the top of my helmet. I use the video/photo setting so I can also capture stills via voice command. No real reason,...
Forum: Introductions
09-21-20, 07:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 513
Posted By Cmichini

New member Charlotte, NC

Hi all

New member in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Lifetime bike rider. Not particularly serious, but I致e always had a bike (youth, 10 speed back in the day, mountain bike, hybrid) for fun,...
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