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Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-21, 03:11 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,236
Posted By SkyWave

I agree with the redundancy, but not sure it...

I agree with the redundancy, but not sure it still applies.
What was the first product made in tin foil? (from internet)
One of the first commercially available products available...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-21, 02:43 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,236
Posted By SkyWave

I have used both arm and leg sleeves, as I...

I have used both arm and leg sleeves, as I dislike suncreen (except for face / ears / neck). Bontrager first and now Endura with cold black. There is a vey noticeable cooling effect on hot days.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-21, 02:29 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,236
Posted By SkyWave

A metal error?

Probably less aluminum foil, not tin.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-21, 11:26 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 7,825
Posted By SkyWave

Smooth Riding 28's

Smooth riding, puncture resistance, mileage, Cost.
Any decision will need to balance these factors.
Smooth riding usually means a higher tpi and moving to lower pressures on the larger volume tire....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-26-21, 01:09 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 4,235
Posted By SkyWave

Go for it!

Absolutely, go for it. Modify your equipment as some suggest, but just do it.
I did a local 40km Gravel event in 2015, 2016, 2018. Injury 2019, COVID cancelled 2020, 2021.

In 2018 I moved into...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-21, 12:59 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 15,984
Posted By SkyWave

Bike Helmet - YES!

They were not available in 50's and 60's when I learned to ride as a child and I did not wear one UNTIL I had CHILDREN in the 1980.s.
How else can you encourage them unless you set an example. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-21, 03:52 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 12,307
Posted By SkyWave

Je pense que c'est la fin ou la langue deviendra...

Je pense que c'est la fin ou la langue deviendra colorée.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-21, 07:53 AM
Replies: 134
Views: 12,307
Posted By SkyWave

Is transparent a color? "Clearly it is not a...

Is transparent a color?
"Clearly it is not a colour."
"Transparently true"

I believe this has become a circular argument !
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-21, 09:48 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 12,307
Posted By SkyWave

Clearly it is not a colour.

Clearly it is not a colour.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-21, 04:16 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 12,307
Posted By SkyWave

Metallic light blue, with white bars and red...

Metallic light blue, with white bars and red lettering and a chromed fork and rear triangle.
This bike was set up for vintage and Eroica events.
Custom selected colours based on team Canada jersey...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-21, 12:15 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,053
Posted By SkyWave

Meals for Wheeling

Morning Pre-ride Oatmeal (old fashion) + ground flax /Two eggs / Oranges, Tea 500 mL
During = short = Always carry dates/almonds to snack / granola bar / banana / dark chocolate (cooler...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-01-21, 12:51 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 6,348
Posted By SkyWave

Very nice build, but why build if you are not...

Very nice build, but why build if you are not going to ride it!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-01-21, 12:39 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 7,684
Posted By SkyWave

It is a throwback - another stage in the...

It is a throwback - another stage in the evolution of riding on 'roads' - Dirt, Plank, Gravel, Paved.
Just remember all of those 100 mile races on high wheelers in the late 1800's. The early years...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-01-21, 12:21 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 22,089
Posted By SkyWave

YES I agree with #1, I tend to move to the middle...

YES I agree with #1, I tend to move to the middle of the lane particularly when there is approaching traffic on country roads, otherwise following traffic will try to pass your bike without moving...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-12-20, 01:58 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 11,345
Posted By SkyWave

MARINONI - Columbus tubes

Several people have mentioned MARINONI and I selected the MARINONI SL (Columbus Tubing) for my build after looking at the Bianchi Eroica. Cycles Marinoni Inc. - SL...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-20, 09:09 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,008
Posted By SkyWave

Tube Tip

Remove shrink wrap and elastic, then wrap in small plastic bag with elastic around bag to keep it compact. Elastic may damage tube otherwise and the tube is not totally protected by shrink wrap.
I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-20, 08:51 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,008
Posted By SkyWave

KISS or KISC ?

KISS is just so wrong today, it can be improved by using student, staff as a I did when teaching or in this case Cyclist or Syclist to keep to the original.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-20, 01:07 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,613
Posted By SkyWave

Always at ' N'

You are always at N, (even after buying or selling some), the +1 is the next one on the horizon.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-20, 11:55 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 5,613
Posted By SkyWave

N + 1 (explained as I see it) N is the...

N + 1 (explained as I see it)

N is the variable.
N can represent bikes, frames, or whatever you select.
N = 0, !, 2, ... This value is dependent on you and as you know changes up or down...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-30-20, 01:02 PM
Replies: 160
Views: 24,898
Posted By SkyWave

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

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/marinoni_sl_b1069b01e9c3b263847bf2f51d735010337cb4cb.jpg
Marinoni SL

My Eroica ready ride
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-19, 08:54 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 16,532
Posted By SkyWave

Did it not just roll off the rim like in the...

Did it not just roll off the rim like in the video?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-23-19, 01:03 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 16,532
Posted By SkyWave

Veloflex Vlaanderen (27) are fantastic. Have...

Veloflex Vlaanderen (27) are fantastic. Have ridden in a classic with heavy gravel and they really perform. ( Alternate wheelset uses Master 25 clincher - also a great tubular-like ride)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-19, 12:44 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 13,639
Posted By SkyWave

Campagnolo and Dia Come 11s

Currently 11s Potenza with Ene Ciclo 11s DT shifters. Smooth and no issues with friction. Just took time to get use to amount to move lever.
Upgrade for vintage Eroica rider.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-19, 01:09 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 22,139
Posted By SkyWave

Sorry won't match my kit so I will be the outlier.

Sorry won't match my kit so I will be the outlier.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-19, 12:55 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 22,139
Posted By SkyWave

Oops. Mine is and was always RED!

Oops.

Mine is and was always RED!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-28-19, 03:50 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 9,988
Posted By SkyWave

Squirrelly

They may be small but they can be deadly.
|Cruising @ 35 km/h when a loud noise in my front wheel, significant shimmy and jolt to my system as I tried to comprehend what happened.
Carefully...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-22-19, 12:10 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 16,218
Posted By SkyWave

Recent Crashee

Went down hard on rail trail. Tried to stand, but painful left leg and arm. A few small parts came off, bar end plug, light. Several walkers spent close to an hour with me after I called 911, as EMS...
Forum: Eastern Canada
04-10-19, 12:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,463
Posted By SkyWave

Training ride crash on March 20 (...

Training ride crash on March 20 ( hemi-arthroscopy and separated shoulder).
Done for a few months so no chance to repeat age group win.

Good luck to you.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-08-19, 11:53 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 10,241
Posted By SkyWave

Plain yoghurt rules.

Plao has no sugar
Greek has more protein.
Need flavour other than fruit, add several tbsp of cocoa powder.
Oats, anything but single serve packs
Add ground flax, wheat germ , hemp hearsh, chia...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-19, 12:08 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,999
Posted By SkyWave

'N' has a range from 0 - OO

Zero to Infinity.

I started with 0 and will end with 0.
Where I fit on that continuum each year depends on so many factors.

Whether it be style of riding, brands, components or colour - it is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-19, 11:23 AM
Replies: 2,360
Views: 1,048,000
Posted By SkyWave

Marinoni SL Retro

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/640x480/turas_mor_otra_am_84ac04672e051fa13defe492812c1ece37dac7f0.jpg

OTR at Turas Mor 2018...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-19, 11:01 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,857
Posted By SkyWave

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/500x375/marinoni_sl_retro_6d2f47aa13daccd02dc99e0e001b5c7807aba850.jpg

Marinoni SL...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-19, 10:30 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,857
Posted By SkyWave

It happened in 2018 and in May 2019.

It happened in 2018 and in May 2019.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
03-13-19, 09:50 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 724
Posted By SkyWave

Gitane Tandem 1970

Needs rebuild - recommendations for the following.
Wheels - presently a drum brake rear hub
Crankset upgrade - double to triple?

Thanks
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-12-19, 08:22 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 3,860
Posted By SkyWave

Brands?

I agree SIDI Mega are great. Just get a fit and try upgraded insoles - Superfeet!
Forum: Eastern Canada
03-12-19, 08:05 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,463
Posted By SkyWave

StG2A

The St George to Ancaster is great. Looking forward to 4th attempt with a goal to break 2h or top 200 of 550+ riders.
Who knows how long it will be 40 became 44 km in 2018?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-12-19, 09:47 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 922
Posted By SkyWave

Shimano CX75 disc hubset - wheels

My CX bicycle has CX75 disc hubs and I am building another wheelset. Cannot find these hubs and is there a good match for these Ultegra levels hubs. I do not wish to fiddle with caliper adjustment...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-19, 09:10 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 981
Posted By SkyWave

Thanks - will check out in that order.

Thanks - will check out in that order.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-19, 09:00 AM
Replies: 149
Views: 19,013
Posted By SkyWave

For Road cycling: No Way for 1x12 ! The jumps...

For Road cycling: No Way for 1x12 !
The jumps in Gear changes are too large or a significantly reduced range.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-19, 12:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 981
Posted By SkyWave

Shimano 105 Brifters

Just purchased Marinoni Tourismo (2000) and the Shimano 105 (9 spd) brifters functionality is erratic, both L & R on up / down shifts.
Is there some simple trouble shooting or are they done?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-19, 12:14 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,857
Posted By SkyWave

Marinoni

MARINONI - Campagnolo Turas Mor 2018 - a gravel ride

This build happened as I wanted a reliable 'Eroica' qualified bicycle to meet my needs at 70+ years.
This custom...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-18, 09:40 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 17,503
Posted By SkyWave

My limited experience is with a retro vintage...

My limited experience is with a retro vintage MARINONI (Columbus SL) / Campagnolo build for a direct comparison
Wheelset A is H+ SON TB14 rim - CHorus hubs with 32 DT Swiss Competition spokes and...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-18, 12:00 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,244
Posted By SkyWave

Tubular Selection

My MARINONI Retro SL has Ambrosio Montreal rims / Chorus hubs / DT Competition spokes paired with Veloflex Vlaanderen tan walls. At 27 mm (almost 28) they provide a smooth fast ride over any surface....
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