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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-17-20, 09:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,329
Posted By rollalongnow

I’m 6’3” with somewhat broad shoulders. I’ve...

I’m 6’3” with somewhat broad shoulders. I’ve never gone above a 44, but everyone is different.
Forum: Commuting
02-17-20, 09:17 PM
Replies: 398
Views: 68,833
Posted By rollalongnow

Its a slow moped with pedals.

Its a slow moped with pedals.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-20, 09:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,543
Posted By rollalongnow

MA-40 should be 618.

MA-40 should be 618.
Forum: Commuting
02-17-20, 09:06 PM
Replies: 398
Views: 68,833
Posted By rollalongnow

Just use a bike.

Just use a bike.
Forum: Commuting
02-16-20, 09:32 AM
Replies: 398
Views: 68,833
Posted By rollalongnow

Never. I see some of these guys zipping by and I...

Never. I see some of these guys zipping by and I think to myself things break. I’m on a bike with a light helmet and if it breaks, that’s really gonna hurt badly. Kinda defeats the purpose of a bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-11-20, 09:10 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,861
Posted By rollalongnow

I put a set of TRPs on my hybrid. No issues at...

I put a set of TRPs on my hybrid. No issues at all. Brake levers had a thingy to switch the pull ratio. TRP CX 8.4s are really nice. They will work with brifters, so a nice option for a touring bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-20, 05:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,577
Posted By rollalongnow

id check these to see if one works: ...

id check these to see if one works:

https://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/index.php?category=2688
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-20, 09:26 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,664
Posted By rollalongnow

Tools first. I’ve down most of my own work for...

Tools first. I’ve down most of my own work for over 30 years now. Having the right tools can eliminate a ton of frustrations. The only thing I don’t do is true up a new set of wheels because I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-20, 09:12 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 14,224
Posted By rollalongnow

Tuba with a spring loaded seatpost. 😀 I...

Tuba with a spring loaded seatpost. 😀

I wouldn’t do it though. I wrecked a Columbus frame once just by dropping the bike on a broom on the garage. Hit it at just the right angle. Put a nice...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-20, 09:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,037
Posted By rollalongnow

I was thinking about that too if it isn’t...

I was thinking about that too if it isn’t compatible using index. I grew up on friction until the first index shifters came out. It’s been 30 years since, but I’m sure the muscle memory is still...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-20, 01:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 9,613
Posted By rollalongnow

Jockey Wheels are cheap. Buy and try.

Jockey Wheels are cheap. Buy and try.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-20, 12:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,577
Posted By rollalongnow

Best thing may be to replace it, buy two or three...

Best thing may be to replace it, buy two or three in case they stop making them or they keep making them and the price explodes due to lack of manufacturers. Should be at or under $40.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-03-20, 09:37 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,037
Posted By rollalongnow

Dura-Ace SL-7700 with Sora R3000

Considering doing an old school build around the new Sora R3000 group using a frame I’ve had hanging in the garage for a bit. I’ve heard, but can not confirm, that the SL-7700 9-speed downtube...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-30-20, 08:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,892
Posted By rollalongnow

I swear by the Continentals, any weather. As I...

I swear by the Continentals, any weather. As I aged I wanted a softer ride so I started to use Top Contact II and use 700/32 if you have room, if not 28. They’ve been easier to get on and off. I...
Forum: Commuting
01-05-20, 08:59 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,321
Posted By rollalongnow

It easier to sleep into the sunrise than it is to...

It easier to sleep into the sunrise than it is to try and go to sleep when the sun is up. I worked rotating shifts for many years. It was always easier to go to bed at midnight and sleep until 8....
Forum: Commuting
09-14-19, 06:54 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,321
Posted By rollalongnow

Agreed. The problem is when they talk about...

Agreed. The problem is when they talk about abolishing changing the clocks, they get it backward. They usually want to stay on DST. Eff that. I don’t want the sun up late in the fall. In the summer...
Forum: Commuting
09-14-19, 06:50 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,942
Posted By rollalongnow

Rain is always the best...especially in the...

Rain is always the best...especially in the summer...except on the way to work. Well, used to be anyway. I retired. Now I can decide if I want to ride in it or not.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-19, 10:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,255
Posted By rollalongnow

Try this one... ...

Try this one...

https://www.bellhelmets.com/bike/p/annex-mips-commuter-bike-helmet
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-19, 06:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,103
Posted By rollalongnow

Sirrus Sport.

Sirrus Sport.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-19, 06:33 AM
Replies: 135
Views: 22,600
Posted By rollalongnow

The same kind people buying $5-10k road bikes. I...

The same kind people buying $5-10k road bikes. I can see sub $1k to $1.2k commuters for the better components, but a carbon $2k flatbar commuter bike is just silly.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-19, 08:01 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,560
Posted By rollalongnow

I’ve had good results with both Cane Creek 40 and...

I’ve had good results with both Cane Creek 40 and 110. 110 will cost you about three times as much as 40.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-04-19, 07:59 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,975
Posted By rollalongnow

If I were buying it I’d find something else. If...

If I were buying it I’d find something else. If it’s not a crack, it sure as heck looks like some stressing of the metal as a minimum. Especially given there are two close together in parallel.
Forum: Commuting
06-22-19, 03:14 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 24,658
Posted By rollalongnow

I’m down hill on the way in, it wakes me up for...

I’m down hill on the way in, it wakes me up for the day. Uphill all the way back and washes away a stressful day. I wish I could commute both ways everyday, but we have a kiddo so we rotate driving...
Forum: Commuting
06-22-19, 03:00 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 20,437
Posted By rollalongnow

Its not carbon so only legit cyclist care, and...

Its not carbon so only legit cyclist care, and we’re to busy riding. LOL
Forum: Commuting
06-22-19, 02:50 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 20,437
Posted By rollalongnow

Fork beef for one. Direct mount discs, a rear...

Fork beef for one. Direct mount discs, a rear stay similar to the proven LHT. Straggler has a funny triangle around the disc mounts. I assume that’s for rigidity, which seems to be a fix to support...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-19, 06:00 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 20,437
Posted By rollalongnow

Road bike geometry, light touring capability,...

Road bike geometry, light touring capability, wide tires of you need them, supports new 105 group perfectly, downtubes if you want to go that way with a lower gear count, nice sturdy forks if you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-19, 12:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,674
Posted By rollalongnow

Indeed. Their site will tell you which products...

Indeed. Their site will tell you which products are made in Germany. Only their top products are still made in Germany. I think my tubes said Taiwan. I use “Top Contact IIs” for tires and they...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-20-19, 12:36 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 7,629
Posted By rollalongnow

My wheels have schrader valves and I debated a...

My wheels have schrader valves and I debated a long time using grommets to go presta. Then I stumbled on the Continentals with the metal stem. I’ve been very pleased with the results holding...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-19, 12:24 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 20,437
Posted By rollalongnow

Man, if you’ve got the dough to go disc, the...

Man, if you’ve got the dough to go disc, the Midnight Special might be the best thing ever from Surly. I mean damn. New 105 group is perfect for it.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-19, 07:55 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,184,122
Posted By rollalongnow

Mrs. Claus was generous this year, so I must have...

Mrs. Claus was generous this year, so I must have been a good boy. Full Sora R3000 flatbar group to upgrade the Hybrid. TRP 8.4 V’s. Sent a set of Deore XT hub to Universal for a build around Mavic...
Forum: Commuting
01-25-19, 07:22 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 24,529
Posted By rollalongnow

No. I have a 26 mile commute so I rotate between...

No. I have a 26 mile commute so I rotate between driving and riding. On the days I drive in, I take clothes for the days I ride in. It’s the perfect split for a commute with a four day workweek. ...
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