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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-14-23, 02:50 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 667,596
Posted By rdlange

was 75 last month. hard to find a decent light...

was 75 last month. hard to find a decent light bike for an easy price these days. so I had to improvise. this Peugeot mixte weighs in at just under 32#, steel basket, racks, wheels, cranks, pedals...
Forum: Utility Cycling
08-14-23, 02:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,156
Posted By rdlange

Work at a west Spring food bank on weekends. See...

Work at a west Spring food bank on weekends. See alot more shopping bikes in the area. and we get half a dozen homeless bikers show up every Sat. different ones because we're an 'only' monthly...
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-06-23, 03:20 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,834
Posted By rdlange

Patrol Bike

https://survivalblog.com/2023/06/06/patrol-bicycle-kim-kipling/
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-28-23, 07:02 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 667,596
Posted By rdlange

Hello. Finally got well enough to ride again...

Hello. Finally got well enough to ride again after 4 years. 75 now though. any suggestions on how to 'get back into it' gradually without damaging anything. Be well ya'll.
Forum: Utility Cycling
04-28-23, 06:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,156
Posted By rdlange

Houston, TX cargo bikers

Hello. It's been a while, but I'm well again, just older.
1. Are there any cargo bikers in the Houston Area, or Spring/Klein - Woodlands area? I see recumbents on the greenway but no cargo bikes....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-05-20, 08:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,228
Posted By rdlange

belated thanks. works fine. probably post in...

belated thanks. works fine. probably post in classics/mixte whenever. be well...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-19, 02:13 PM
Replies: 1,482
Views: 507,564
Posted By rdlange

Thanks for all the suggestions. Not my first...

Thanks for all the suggestions. Not my first French bike so I'm going easy. Broken fixes and rideability are the primary focus. Trying not to be impatient.

Oh, serial number... Well, there...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-19, 08:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,228
Posted By rdlange

OP is most grateful for the clarification. ...

OP is most grateful for the clarification. Thanks to all who responded.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-19, 05:33 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,946
Posted By rdlange

help me find LONG pull reverse brake levers

Where can I find LONG pull TT reverse style brake levers [bar end] that will work well on bullhorn/pursuit style bars? (most list as specifically "short" pull) They are to be used on vintage bikes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-05-19, 05:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,228
Posted By rdlange

Long pull reverse brake levers for old Mafac racer brakes

where do I find out about getting LONG pull reverse levers for use on bullhorn/pursuit type bars with vintage Mafac/DiaCompe 'caliper' brakes?

Tks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-19, 06:41 PM
Replies: 1,482
Views: 507,564
Posted By rdlange

No serial number sticker I can find. So figure...

No serial number sticker I can find. So figure then, with the AVA stem supposedly dangerous, get a new one and road bars and cables at least. And a new front derailleur, a better seat, and pads,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-03-19, 06:04 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 667,596
Posted By rdlange

Lost interest for a year because of dog incident....

Lost interest for a year because of dog incident. Discovered two vintage Mixte's recently. Got them. Also got some bear spray. Rode the Kabuki SMD yesterday. Maybe 12 miles. Apparently it was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-19, 10:27 AM
Replies: 623
Views: 223,005
Posted By rdlange

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1331x998/aa_mixte_old_b7c5e7051e2f0f03c38d757748d788a8b662437b.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-19, 09:42 AM
Replies: 1,482
Views: 507,564
Posted By rdlange

OMG I did it again.! C-list. Looks OEM too;...

OMG I did it again.! C-list. Looks OEM too; killer stem, Simplex, Mafac. Early 1970s. Any ideas? Am I supposed to be posting this here or on the regular 'classic/vintage' forum? A bit of TLC. Feel...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-19, 10:20 AM
Replies: 1,482
Views: 507,564
Posted By rdlange

Kabukis

Now I have two.


Someones took my 'nice' mixtes [Raleigh, Peugeot, Puch] a few years back. So I slapped together this 'old' one from parts back then. Old:
...
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-23-19, 09:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,230
Posted By rdlange

Hi, we've used rectangular cat litter buckets...

Hi, we've used rectangular cat litter buckets [free] hung on the rear rack with bent over shelf bracket hooks, and old plastic soda can flats ziptied to the front porteur on at least 5/6 different...
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-23-19, 07:34 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 13,080
Posted By rdlange

Honestly, we went to mixte's many years ago to...

Honestly, we went to mixte's many years ago to avoid the oopses... Remember those old fashioned 27" French stepthru 'kool' bikes that even came with luggage rack eyelets. Never noticed them flexing;...
Forum: Adaptive Cycling: Handcycles, Amputee Adaptation, Visual Impairment, and Other Needs
03-26-18, 01:25 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 33,183
Posted By rdlange

YEAH.! Go for it.! I shot a snake with my...

YEAH.! Go for it.!

I shot a snake with my wife's pink revolver once. Didn't feel any less manly.

For injured me, for many years, step thru has been the way to go... in fact a high top tube...
Forum: Utility Cycling
03-26-18, 11:59 AM
Replies: 941
Views: 561,683
Posted By rdlange

Back from the,,, well I'm still here!

In the beginning...



Now, I've been sick... So I dusted it off, and lubed it up a bit and cruised around, over the fields and thru the ragged parking lots. Not so different after 4 years. ...
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-19-15, 12:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,437
Posted By rdlange

Caught my heel when dismounting a 'tall' mixte...

Caught my heel when dismounting a 'tall' mixte and dumped the loaded bike on top of me, right at the interseciton. all groceries were in cat litter buckets so no spills. Sold it and got a lower...
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-13-15, 02:38 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 4,893
Posted By rdlange

Interesting thread about one of the things I also...

Interesting thread about one of the things I also like to do to/with bikes. To carry stuff. As advised, I bolted bent shelf brackets onto kitty litter buckets.

Copied advise kept handles so...
Forum: Utility Cycling
12-13-14, 11:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,436
Posted By rdlange

Looks nice. You need GOOD locks for such a fine...

Looks nice. You need GOOD locks for such a fine transport.!
Forum: Utility Cycling
11-27-14, 01:08 PM
Replies: 941
Views: 561,683
Posted By rdlange

"Airburst". I like that alot.! Really.

"Airburst". I like that alot.! Really.
Forum: Utility Cycling
11-27-14, 11:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,839
Posted By rdlange

I can relate to step-thru. Africa 3 looks like a...

I can relate to step-thru. Africa 3 looks like a typical older woman's bike. I guess it's stronger being purpose built.

I ride old restored mixte's because of the step thru frame, I get them...
Forum: Utility Cycling
10-15-14, 07:38 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,009
Posted By rdlange

And now a word from Texas...

FYI...

Food Scrap Recycling Business in Texas is Bike-Powered - The Good News Network (http://www.goodnewsnetwork.org/food-scrap-recycling-business-texas-bike-powered/)
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-29-14, 09:25 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,241
Posted By rdlange

Folding basket pivot clips are cheap and bendable...

Folding basket pivot clips are cheap and bendable as noted. I have replaced all of mine with pairs of appropriately sized zip ties. Works better, they are tighter and quieter and have lasted over a...
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-20-14, 09:03 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,756
Posted By rdlange

Yes. and... ...

Yes. and...

http://www.bikeforums.net/commuting/368871-chain-guard-protect-my-pants.html
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-14-14, 11:58 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,018
Posted By rdlange

So I got this new bike, and need advise on cargo...

Got this yesterday for work bug-out emergency, in trunk utility, just fun, and need advise on racks for cargo carry. I already have one of the front brake boss racks, and can cut a cheap rear rack...
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-14-14, 11:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,216
Posted By rdlange

I've seen posts about Texas bow hunters adapting...

I've seen posts about Texas bow hunters adapting them as inexpensive, off road gear haulers because they work better than two wheelers. Remove seat, add racks accordingly. also fyi...
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-14-14, 11:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,126
Posted By rdlange

Congrats. I personally find these posts...

Congrats. I personally find these posts inspiring; really.! Hope I'm still riding when I get that old. Think I'll go pedal around on the new/old folder I got yesterday, before it rains again.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-14-14, 11:22 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,177
Posted By rdlange

Bought it, rather inexpensively from my favorite...

Bought it, rather inexpensively from my favorite bike center in Porter, TX. They set it up free as usual. A great place.!

See, a major bad weather noontime power failure at work Friday shut down...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-12-14, 07:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,177
Posted By rdlange

no pic like I said. that's why I'm asking.

no pic like I said. that's why I'm asking.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-12-14, 03:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,177
Posted By rdlange

Currie E-folder quesiton

can anyone tell me about these? experience? NOT electric. 20", 7sp shimano rear, single front sprocket, V brakes, single rectangular top tube hinged. looks better than some. no pic sorry. looks...
Forum: Utility Cycling
08-08-14, 06:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,646
Posted By rdlange

cycle trucks are front loaded, have low trail. ...

cycle trucks are front loaded, have low trail. Porteur bikes are front loaded, have low trail. Low trail bike for front loading...? technical detail I thought would help you select. My mistake.
...
Forum: Utility Cycling
08-07-14, 05:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,646
Posted By rdlange

I was under the impression that front loaded...

I was under the impression that front loaded "Cycle Trucks" have very low trail. You might want to study them?
Forum: Utility Cycling
07-11-14, 01:05 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,334
Posted By rdlange

not the original poster but this thread has been...

not the original poster but this thread has been very helpful. thanks all.
Forum: Utility Cycling
07-03-14, 12:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,219
Posted By rdlange

Great idea! Alot of folks rode bikes including...

Great idea! Alot of folks rode bikes including old coaster brakers with big front baskets, all over the Sparrows Point, MD shipyard before it closed. Some 'management' occasionally took to pedaling...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
06-25-14, 07:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 614
Posted By rdlange

search not working

OK how do I search a single forum for all posts/threads by a single person? where's the instructions?
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-23-14, 01:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,874
Posted By rdlange

just fyi... A Frugal Cyclist - Mr Money Mustache

I follow this frugalista blog. Latest post is interesting.

http://www.mrmoneymustache.com/2014/06/23/how-to-carry-major-appliances-on-your-bike/

Some of you maybe know him.? He's definitely...
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-15-14, 05:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,800
Posted By rdlange

I have the same 'no weld' challenges. Have two...

I have the same 'no weld' challenges. Have two identical racks I can use, however I am playing with electrical conduit and a bender. Need to fill the tube with sand to get tight bends, and not...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
06-15-14, 05:36 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,602
Posted By rdlange

After following all the suggestions it keeps me...

After following all the suggestions it keeps me logged in as long as I keep the window open. If I close it or it jumps to a linked window for more than 3 min, I get auto logged out.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-08-14, 11:17 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 7,913
Posted By rdlange

I use the plastic slip into 'mini' toe clips on...

I use the plastic slip into 'mini' toe clips on all my bikes. First thing I add. Simply more efficient, easier to pedal, quick on and off, and no - foot stuck to pedal... oops... falling off.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-08-14, 10:59 AM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,126,307
Posted By rdlange

Wow, I feel pathetic. So far only pedaled to the...

Wow, I feel pathetic. So far only pedaled to the coffee shop for a take out and donuts. A WHOLE MILE..!!!! Fun though. I got to sit on a bench under the trees, feel the breeze. I think I'll pedal...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-08-14, 10:52 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 13,101
Posted By rdlange

I read somewhere on the 'news' recently that...

I read somewhere on the 'news' recently that anyone of us over 65 has outlived 85% of the people born the same year. True or not, something to smile about, and... well, pride is supposed to be a sin....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-08-14, 10:41 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 12,059
Posted By rdlange

assume everyone else is a blind and deaf idiot,...

assume everyone else is a blind and deaf idiot, deliberately, consciously and maliciously trying to kill you. ride accordingly. slow down. have a good lawyer. Never been an accident that was all...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-08-14, 10:32 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 15,976
Posted By rdlange

they're not all rednecks guys and most of them...

they're not all rednecks guys and most of them don't drive pickups, at least here in Houston. It's women in gas guzzling SUVs on the phone mostly, around here.
Forum: Recreational & Family
06-08-14, 10:26 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 3,572
Posted By rdlange

It's called 'co-dependency' and we do it to feel...

It's called 'co-dependency' and we do it to feel valuable, and they do it to feel cared for. One can always say NO, so I've been told, and learn to accept that the 'guilt' is theirs. Or continue to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-14, 03:56 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 6,159
Posted By rdlange

Pawn shops are a good source of inexpensive...

Pawn shops are a good source of inexpensive qualty metric wrenches, allen wrenches, other hand tools. get two of each. you don't need power tools, BUT good lighting.!

there are alot of free pdf...
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-04-14, 10:32 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,885
Posted By rdlange

not mine... just fyi... Frisbee Chain Guard...

not mine... just fyi...

Frisbee Chain Guard - BikeHacks (http://www.bikehacks.com/bikehacks/2011/05/frisbee-chain-guard.html)

DIY Chainset Mudguard - BikeHacks...
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-31-14, 10:04 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,264
Posted By rdlange

Wow??? Oh well, good idea before it's time. ...

Wow??? Oh well, good idea before it's time. RIP...
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