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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 148
Posted By Troul

It'll be very difficult to find replacement...

It'll be very difficult to find replacement hardware & It'll be almost impossible to replace hardware with various head sizes sharing the same thread/diameter to obtain commonality... I'd go to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 138
Posted By Troul

while the post you quoted lacks clear indicators...

while the post you quoted lacks clear indicators for sarcasm, the beginning of that persons post shows it.

I've noticed that in my area, events like such are used as an excuse for partying while...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-13-24, 04:39 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 89
Posted By Troul

are you planning on keep the drop bars on it? A...

are you planning on keep the drop bars on it? A dropper post might be of benefit.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-13-24, 04:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 195
Posted By Troul

if you feel you 'just have to update' it out of...

if you feel you 'just have to update' it out of your owns assumption, then maybe you're looking for a solution to a problem that doesn't exist.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 03:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 112
Posted By Troul

aside from the fitment/comfort issue, I'd expect...

aside from the fitment/comfort issue, I'd expect most drop bar users would in a way jeer at it. Like when people put a "wing" on a 90s civic with "stanced" wheels.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-12-24, 03:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 147
Posted By Troul

I've ran into an issue with presta stem...

I've ran into an issue with presta stem extenders. The valve was not the same fit form for function with the joining fixed stem & wouldn't seal. IIRC the threads had some sorta issue, might have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 6,354
Views: 588,923
Posted By Troul

88 miles. didnt get back to the future though.

88 miles. didnt get back to the future though.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,046
Posted By Troul

Be honest, you took along your lucky rabbits...

Be honest, you took along your lucky rabbits foot, a blend of essential oils, & a colorful gem that represents your months horoscope...

Nice ride!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-11-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 2,949
Posted By Troul

if the point of purchase is about weight & it is...

if the point of purchase is about weight & it is not to spec prior to & immediately after purchase, toss it back for a refund.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-11-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 593
Posted By Troul

around 10% or less for 'highway' & about 20% or...

around 10% or less for 'highway' & about 20% or more for 'city' .
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-10-24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 3,945
Posted By Troul

the feedback would rattle the sloppy BB, causing...

the feedback would rattle the sloppy BB, causing the rider to look downward & as they go to look down they'll see the alert of traffic. :D
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-10-24, 08:03 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 52
Posted By Troul

this might work? ...

this might work?
https://www.amazon.com/Bar-Fly-SLi-Light-BAM/dp/B00YETL002
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 07:12 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 352
Posted By Troul

Fill up a tote/tub with room temp/warm water. ...

Fill up a tote/tub with room temp/warm water. With the tube & tire still in the wheel, pump it up to the max rating PSI as labeled. Put in a few good sized drops of dish soap in the water &...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 468
Posted By Troul

FWIW, roof racks that contain the keyed locking...

FWIW, roof racks that contain the keyed locking setup, I convert that over to security hardware.
If those locks don't freeze up beyond a lubricant fix, they are easily picked... That's if the pot...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 6,354
Views: 588,923
Posted By Troul

Just curious, were the storms expected? the...

Just curious, were the storms expected? the forecast here has been pretty much flat out wrong & not in a positive way... I may need road tires with wake paddles & a wet suit.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-10-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 3,945
Posted By Troul

i wonder who'll embed haptic feedback that not...

i wonder who'll embed haptic feedback that not only is at the computer, but sends it to the phone/watch/ring if it's capable?

I'm thinking Garmin would be first as they deal with smart watches...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-24, 12:46 PM
Replies: 6,354
Views: 588,923
Posted By Troul

107 miles. Decided to take a mostly unpaved route...

107 miles. Decided to take a mostly unpaved route back to avoid sharp debris that has been more evident than usual on the cycling "friendly" roads. Kinda pooped & need to clean everything up.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-09-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 955
Posted By Troul

with stuff like these, very cold temps mess with...

with stuff like these, very cold temps mess with the battery life too.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 8,758
Posted By Troul

they should've called it "Slick Snot Rocket"...

they should've called it "Slick Snot Rocket" print.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-09-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 955
Posted By Troul

no issues with the Bryton. it has only detected...

no issues with the Bryton. it has only detected traffic that was approaching from behind 7 the visual alert changes colors as the closest detected object closes the gap. I'm not sure if other...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 6,354
Views: 588,923
Posted By Troul

so you were bearly trying today? :D

so you were bearly trying today? :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-24, 04:53 AM
Replies: 6,354
Views: 588,923
Posted By Troul

37 miles after the storms pushed on.

37 miles after the storms pushed on.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-24, 05:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 783
Posted By Troul

now if that is the same person during the same...

now if that is the same person during the same time, what a time we live in!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-07-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 262
Posted By Troul

from what I can gather, yea... Far too many ride...

from what I can gather, yea... Far too many ride on the opposing traffic side when the other side has more than one option for use.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 6,354
Views: 588,923
Posted By Troul

nothing wrong on my end. this thread is serving...

nothing wrong on my end. this thread is serving good purpose staying open.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-07-24, 04:25 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,189
Posted By Troul

gotta like them, "Don't tell nothing' types.

gotta like them, "Don't tell nothing' types.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,189
Posted By Troul

usually the ole "tim hortons" method works for...

usually the ole "tim hortons" method works for me... just rrroll it up over the rim!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 05:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 388
Posted By Troul

if the 100 miler is NTE 7MPH & you bring spares,...

if the 100 miler is NTE 7MPH & you bring spares, it might be fine.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,189
Posted By Troul

also, don't be sniffing the tire while using the...

also, don't be sniffing the tire while using the levers!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-24, 01:08 PM
Replies: 6,354
Views: 588,923
Posted By Troul

102 miles.

102 miles.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:01 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 823
Posted By Troul

when the tire gets soft enough where you can push...

when the tire gets soft enough where you can push in the sidewall close to the hook/bead, try to machinate the sidewall of the problem area. You might need to feed it air pressure at the same time,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 21,351
Views: 5,249,305
Posted By Troul

any change with the front brifter or leaving it...

any change with the front brifter or leaving it as is?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 6,354
Views: 588,923
Posted By Troul

Phurr reelz...

Phurr reelz...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-24, 05:04 PM
Replies: 239
Views: 8,758
Posted By Troul

I may go to a local apparel store that does...

I may go to a local apparel store that does custom work to see if they make cycling jerseys. It'll probably cost about the same as the hot shot name brands.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-04-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 239
Views: 8,758
Posted By Troul

The higher price jerseys that I've looked at just...

The higher price jerseys that I've looked at just don't appeal to me with the color options & logos. If they allowed for a true custom option for aesthetics, I probably would have a different...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 468
Posted By Troul

Idk what the fat tire bikes or E bikes use [if...

Idk what the fat tire bikes or E bikes use [if they even use roof racks] , but I'd try finding those brands & read up on those reviews.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 6,354
Views: 588,923
Posted By Troul

Took a little more hydration than I usually do in...

Took a little more hydration than I usually do in the weather conditions this time of year [50s & cloudy, 14mph headwinds] so instead of lugging it around, I put it to use.
107 miles.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 6,354
Views: 588,923
Posted By Troul

That's how it's been in michigan. Bipolar...

That's how it's been in michigan. Bipolar weather seasons.

I bet the loss in lbs is very rewarding for those endurance zones.
hope the weather prediction is off & you don't need the artic gear.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 06:18 PM
Replies: 6,354
Views: 588,923
Posted By Troul

What temps are they predicting? Congrats on...

What temps are they predicting?

Congrats on the PRs!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 03:30 AM
Replies: 6,354
Views: 588,923
Posted By Troul

the unpredicted monsoon with the booms really...

the unpredicted monsoon with the booms really ground my gears.... So much that I setup the indoor rider that was being temp. stowed out of the way to clip off at mile 30. Ugh, I thought indoor...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 05:58 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,215
Posted By Troul

when i was trying to progress in climbing on...

when i was trying to progress in climbing on longer rides, it was becoming a slippery slope with managing a good diet. It was a balancing act [almost] keeping the leg muscle strength, yet be mindful...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 3,215
Posted By Troul

Short distance axle.

Short distance axle.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-24, 12:58 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 2,658
Posted By Troul

fork washers & caliper spacer might be the best...

fork washers & caliper spacer might be the best work around... otherwise, toss the entire wheel in the dryer on high for an hour to shrink it? :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 04:01 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 5,013
Posted By Troul

only if/when nature calls.... butttt then i think...

only if/when nature calls.... butttt then i think most would prefer it too.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-01-24, 02:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 992
Posted By Troul

to add, what if its a recumbent... I think the...

to add, what if its a recumbent... I think the one around by me uses a prop of some sort.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,024
Posted By Troul

pretty much agree, its a different level of...

pretty much agree, its a different level of effort each way...

Key thing to remember is that, some people just like to complain. that is something that they themselves have to address.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-24, 05:46 AM
Replies: 6,354
Views: 588,923
Posted By Troul

37 miles. 50ish °F out.

37 miles. 50ish °F out.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 610
Posted By Troul

easy, convenient : automotive interior wipes.

easy, convenient : automotive interior wipes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,776
Posted By Troul

if i am familiar with the climb* I tend to start...

if i am familiar with the climb* I tend to start & finish about the same rate. The middle area is often flat with a consistent power output.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-30-24, 06:08 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 880
Posted By Troul

yea, but if you need a battery cap that goes four...

yea, but if you need a battery cap that goes four more than 3 hours, then you'll find that nothing small exists.
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