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Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-23-20, 06:57 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 144,849
Posted By Dilberto

Lol... because the lugs are actually...

Lol... because the lugs are actually resin-soaked, strips of Hemp fiber.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-16-20, 08:29 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 144,849
Posted By Dilberto

You should! Bamboo is stronger that Steel by...

You should! Bamboo is stronger that Steel by weight and feels close to Carbon Fiber.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-13-20, 02:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,967
Posted By Dilberto

Forget Latex Tubes Altogether...

Don't waste patches, on Latex tubes. Each mend tightens and distorts the tube surface, stretching it further when inflated. A stretched tube leads to blister bubbles that can and WILL...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-20, 06:28 PM
Replies: 268
Views: 50,855
Posted By Dilberto

1998 Cannondale F1000

Same spec bike, ridden by then-reigning XC World Champion Alison Sydor. I am having difficulty finding her to endorse it, so I had her Volvo Cannondale team mate Tinker Juarez verify build accuracy,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-20, 09:59 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,159,959
Posted By Dilberto

Craigslist COVID19 Project

Found this on CL, for the whopping price of $85. Seller told me his son left for College and never took it with him. I had the same, 1998 Cannondale F1000 race bike stolen from me, in 2001. I decided...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-09-20, 10:15 PM
Replies: 475
Views: 144,849
Posted By Dilberto

Bamboo Belt Drive Singlespeed

This bike never fails to turn heads. It weighs only 21 pounds and is fast. Bamboo is a wonderful, sustainable frame material. Enjoy....
...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-09-20, 09:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,322
Posted By Dilberto

Not For Sale Vintage....

Hello all. I just wanted to show you how I spent my COVID19 stay-at-home activities. This 1998 Cannondale F1000 was stolen from me in 2001. I had to somehow "get it back." Found it on Craigslist,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-04-20, 04:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,865
Posted By Dilberto

Eccentric bottom bracket

Eccentric bottom bracket
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-20, 04:51 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,648
Posted By Dilberto

1998 Cannondale F1000

So, while staying at-home.... I found this Craigslist garage bike, for $150/shipped. I immediately sold the cranks to a Cannondale enthusiast, for $80. With an acquisition cost of $70 adjusted - I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-20, 08:48 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 17,432
Posted By Dilberto

As much as I still respect Cannondale CODA and...

As much as I still respect Cannondale CODA and their efforts - I cannot get myself to use anything Alex Pong designed... stay reclusive, Alex!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-20, 07:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,186
Posted By Dilberto

There is a whole gaggle of bikes I totally...

There is a whole gaggle of bikes I totally regretted selling. But, if I did not offload them into willing, new owners' hands... I would not own the wonderful bikes I have today:


1997 Cannondale...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-20, 07:29 AM
Replies: 219
Views: 23,582
Posted By Dilberto

Not to mention the buyer can easily say, "Not as...

Not to mention the buyer can easily say, "Not as Described" and get all his money back..... due to the fact the levers was not shaped right for his hand. Sux for the seller, as he now has an opened...
Forum: Introductions
05-23-20, 10:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 539
Posted By Dilberto

Missing my CAAD 9

Should have never sold this 17-pound machine.....WELCOME:
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1024x768/caad9_done_105b92b0d01e16344b254968c25d3cb461d58df4.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-20, 09:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,041
Posted By Dilberto

I actually like the suggestion to fabricate two...

I actually like the suggestion to fabricate two 6" long Pine blocks, channeled-out to accommodate the tubing contours. Then, apply six strategically positioned long bolts on washers, to gently vise...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-23-20, 06:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,865
Posted By Dilberto

I went with Watson Cycles Titanium Mary bar, in...

I went with Watson Cycles Titanium Mary bar, in 22.2mm x 720:

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/720x960/watson_ti_bar_27424344062469fc214b1381e1fc8a210c3229bb.jpg
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-23-20, 11:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,865
Posted By Dilberto

Lol.... that may be awhile! I'm still in the...

Lol.... that may be awhile! I'm still in the "suffer-fest" mode, of the Singlespeed learning curve.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-23-20, 09:04 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,865
Posted By Dilberto

First Singlespeed

To celebrate survival of ten years riding MTB - I went all out and used some retirement funds to gift myself this 21-pound Titanium beauty, for my 55th birthday:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-20, 08:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,041
Posted By Dilberto

Best way to fix bent alloy seatstay?

Many tell me to just toss it. A few has suggested using two wood blocks with channels carved out and slowly vise it back, with several long bolts and washers strategically placed. What say ye?...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-19, 07:43 PM
Replies: 2,239
Views: 568,116
Posted By Dilberto

Black Bikes Matter....

My 19-pound, 2009 Cannondale Bad Boy Ultra, with full SRAM XX gruppo:

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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-06-18, 07:19 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 17,562
Posted By Dilberto

Dynaryder, the 2009 BBU can even run 700c wheels...

Dynaryder, the 2009 BBU can even run 700c wheels and Lefty too?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-17, 09:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 5,620
Posted By Dilberto

I have a NOS Shimano 600EX FC-6206 in original,...

I have a NOS Shimano 600EX FC-6206 in original, 1984 packaging. What is it worth?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-11-17, 09:12 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,167
Posted By Dilberto

My T levels is normal. I wake up every morning...

My T levels is normal. I wake up every morning with the "kickstand" extended....:lol:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-17, 09:30 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,167
Posted By Dilberto

Don't go there, man! She is one of the smartest...

Don't go there, man! She is one of the smartest ladies I know. Either answer my question...or STFU
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-17, 04:49 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,167
Posted By Dilberto

I weigh 172lbs. My current saddle is a SQLAB 612...

I weigh 172lbs. My current saddle is a SQLAB 612 MTB perch in 148cm. The nose points down ever-so-slightly. I recently slid it forward, so I can get most seating on the wide rear. It's very comfy...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-05-17, 10:11 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,149
Posted By Dilberto

I've done 22% grades for about 50 yards, with...

I've done 22% grades for about 50 yards, with rock step-ups. At 53 and a recovering meth addict with an enlarged heart.... that's about my max.

My gearing is 30/44t...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-05-17, 07:23 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 8,167
Posted By Dilberto

I Love Cycling but....

.... it has taken a huge toll on my sexual performance(or, lack thereof). I have tried virtually every saddle made by man, every size imaginable and yet, the occasional numbness in my nether regions...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-17, 05:22 PM
Replies: 247
Views: 36,820
Posted By Dilberto

Patience Grasshopper... road disc will soon take...

Patience Grasshopper... road disc will soon take the cycling world by storm. Once the UCI allows it again...it will be GAME ON. In the meantime... drool over my vintage 26er flatbar XC MTB converted...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-17, 10:25 AM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 990,133
Posted By Dilberto

My 53rd Birthday Present....

Life is way too short to own anything crappy - so, I bought the Porsche of all MTBs:
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-24-16, 12:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,191
Posted By Dilberto

Is it heavy or light? If light - it could be a...

Is it heavy or light? If light - it could be a Kawamura titanium bike.
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-18-16, 10:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,046
Posted By Dilberto

Try Panaracer Rampage 2.35" or Bontrager XR4...

Try Panaracer Rampage 2.35" or Bontrager XR4 2.35" Both amazing tires...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-10-16, 06:46 PM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 990,133
Posted By Dilberto

My Favorite Toy...

2012 Trek Superfly Carbon 29er - XX1, dropper post, carbon everything imaginable.....24.4 pounds:
http://i276.photobucket.com/albums/kk20/Dilberto88/Light%20Bikes/sf_2016_zpsezejihpp.jpg...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-02-16, 10:23 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,893
Posted By Dilberto

Very nice, Steve.....simple and clean!

Very nice, Steve.....simple and clean!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-18-16, 10:59 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 144,089
Posted By Dilberto

The salt crust means you're drinking too much and...

The salt crust means you're drinking too much and diluting your inner sodium balance. This easily leads to cramps, on longer, hot rides. Know your sweat rate and you'll never set yourself up for...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-05-16, 01:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,035
Posted By Dilberto

And, Giant produces all their Composite fibers...

And, Giant produces all their Composite fibers in-house.....just like Trek and TIME.
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-05-16, 01:37 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 939
Posted By Dilberto

Yeah, you should have no issues running a road...

Yeah, you should have no issues running a road tire down to 700c x 25. Just keep the pressure below 100psi. I have Mavic C29ssmax wheels running a 700c x 33 Cyclocross tire tubed at 80psi and it's...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-28-15, 12:28 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,766
Posted By Dilberto

I have full SRAM 1x11....except the Shimano XTR...

I have full SRAM 1x11....except the Shimano XTR M988 trail brakes.
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-06-15, 12:30 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,471
Posted By Dilberto

For a first-time builder....the only pitfall is...

For a first-time builder....the only pitfall is getting it all tuned-up and correctly dialed-in. This is when you bring it to your LBS and closely WATCH how they do it correctly. The knowledge gained...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-28-15, 07:24 PM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 990,133
Posted By Dilberto

51 and now havin' FUN....

Recovering from a 22-year alcohol, tobacco and meth addiction at 42, my doc told me I had maybe 10 years to live. Before recovery, I was suffering from congestive heart failure(CHF), COPD and morbid...
Forum: Commuting
10-28-15, 06:24 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,174
Posted By Dilberto

Agree. When commuting, everything gets bagged...

Agree. When commuting, everything gets bagged securely. Clothes get rolled-up, soiled undies get their own Ziplock hamper bag, etc.

My two worst commute disasters(level 9) was being struck by...
Forum: Commuting
10-28-15, 05:57 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 24,016
Posted By Dilberto

IMHO....the ultimate fast commuter is a disc...

IMHO....the ultimate fast commuter is a disc brake CX bike, with 33-38c file tread gravel tires. It can handle any weather condition, goes off road without issues(@45psi), flies on road(@70psi), CX...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-15-15, 10:06 PM
Replies: 5,456
Views: 3,894,356
Posted By Dilberto

Nailed It!

Combined with Latex tubes - the LAS feels nearly as nice as the Challenge Chicane 700c x 33 file tread tubulars.



The largest 700c Gravel tire you can fit on the F400 is 700c x 28. The F400's...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-05-15, 10:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,579
Posted By Dilberto

If riding on rough urban terrain, the Bad Boy...

If riding on rough urban terrain, the Bad Boy will be a relief to the hands and arms. I rode both and prefer the Bad Boy overall...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-15, 10:38 PM
Replies: 252
Views: 158,856
Posted By Dilberto

I rode a 3.0 for many years....until the...

I rode a 3.0 for many years....until the Cannondale System Six blew my mind. I regret selling both bikes.....:(
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-15, 10:34 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,333
Posted By Dilberto

I loved my 2009 CAAD9.....until I rode a 2007...

I loved my 2009 CAAD9.....until I rode a 2007 Cannondale System Six. The CAAD9 lost all its parts to the uber-stiff, climbing missile almost overnight.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-15, 12:44 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 3,790
Posted By Dilberto

If running disc brakes - Mavic C29ssmax UST disc...

If running disc brakes - Mavic C29ssmax UST disc wheels(1755g) can be had, for well under $300/used and below $450/new. Running road tubeless is now attainable.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-15, 12:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 12,036
Posted By Dilberto

Depends on if you like grip shifters....which is...

Depends on if you like grip shifters....which is the cheapest and lightest option.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-15, 12:09 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,862
Posted By Dilberto

No comparison, the Bad Boy is a far superior...

No comparison, the Bad Boy is a far superior bike....which can be built very lightweight.
Forum: Commuting
09-03-15, 11:34 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,447
Posted By Dilberto

No, you file the claim ASAP.....if you wanna be...

No, you file the claim ASAP.....if you wanna be made "whole" by the insurer. Document/photograph EVERYTHING....and you too, can milk the teat of the insurance companies.

My last 2 car/cyclist...
Forum: Commuting
09-03-15, 11:07 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 9,660
Posted By Dilberto

2002 Cannondale F1000SL CAAD5 "Full Wood" easily...

2002 Cannondale F1000SL CAAD5 "Full Wood" easily converts to a blazing-fast, 700c commuter. The rear allows huge tire clearance, up to 35c slicks. The front is nearly unlimited, with a Lefty. I have...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-03-15, 10:18 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,612
Posted By Dilberto

Clement LAS is what OP is really seeking. I...

Clement LAS is what OP is really seeking. I exhaustively tried them ALL(I'm an LBS owner) and the LAS pumped to 60-75psi for road and 45psi for gravel and dirt is simply unreal. The only thing the...
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