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Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-09, 01:36 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 8,541
Posted By Bob Gabele

After a hard ride today, I'm thinking front d. ...

After a hard ride today, I'm thinking front d. I'm bonking now, at least not on my ride.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-09, 01:36 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 8,541
Posted By Bob Gabele

Check that....Brain fart.

Check that....Brain fart.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-09, 01:35 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 8,541
Posted By Bob Gabele

OK, it looks like a braze-on derailleur, right? ...

OK, it looks like a braze-on derailleur, right? Or, is/was it a clamp on?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-08, 08:13 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

Dude.. At 57, trust me I have been through...

Dude..

At 57, trust me I have been through plenty of rehab over the spell. Keep in touch. Never stop riding!!!

Gabes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-08, 07:45 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

Let me mention Hillrider and also you, Ultraman. ...

Let me mention Hillrider and also you, Ultraman. Also, to anwer your question...there is a fabulous park that is a converted rail bed that has been converted to a "Linear Park" it is called...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-08, 05:42 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

One more add. It is great to receive the...

One more add. It is great to receive the comments and interest that I have from all of you guys. This is the kind of stuff that really makes things such as this work and survive.

Thanks...
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-08, 05:35 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

Many Thanks....RockyMtnMerlin; Ultraman and...

Many Thanks....RockyMtnMerlin; Ultraman and JoeJack for your very helpful comments. Since my, at this time unnamed, LBS has chosen to hide, Ostrich-Like, in the sands of the dunes of "I Dunno" I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-08, 02:40 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

Thanks Ultraman for your input. One more item. ...

Thanks Ultraman for your input. One more item. The pin is not what broke, it is the actual band itself. In both cases, clean breaks at the spot that I have marked. Pin remained intact.

Thanks,
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-08, 12:51 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

JoeJack.. Your comments make a lot of...

JoeJack..


Your comments make a lot of sense. I too had thought of the possibiltiy that the clamp had been under-torqued. What stuns me about this exercise is the absolute lack of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-08, 11:28 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

Here is the picture in a JPEG format if you...

Here is the picture in a JPEG format if you cannot read the first...

Again, Thanks,
Bob Gabele
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-08, 11:21 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

I have a picture now and had to crop it quite a...

I have a picture now and had to crop it quite a bit. It does however, effectively show the area of the breaks in both derailleurs...

Thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-08, 09:17 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

Thanks for your interest folks.... The band in...

Thanks for your interest folks.... The band in both cases (yes, they are clamp-ons) broke just forward of the hinge pin which is facing the chainring and the derailleur cage.. I'm trying to insert...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-08, 06:19 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

It's already proving to be a long process. I'm...

It's already proving to be a long process. I'm hesitant to put a third derailleur on since the second one snapped after only a few hundred miles. As all the components are compatible, it is hard to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-08, 06:28 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

As I have returned both of them to Campy, I do...

As I have returned both of them to Campy, I do not have the opportunity to get a picture. In both cases, the band broke when shifting up to the big chainring and the derailleur got sucked in between...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-08, 03:34 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

Yes, they did. The amazing thing is that Campy...

Yes, they did. The amazing thing is that Campy USA is telling me they will not honor the warranty and claim that I must have crashed the bike...This absolutely is not the case. I am now sending...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-08, 08:32 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

Let me re-phrase my original question... Has...

Let me re-phrase my original question... Has anyone out there experienced Campy Record front Derailleur failure as described above in the latest version of Clamp on Ergo fronts?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-08, 06:48 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

So far, I have let my LBS hande this. They tell...

So far, I have let my LBS hande this. They tell me that CAmpy has been little help. Maybe I should check into this myself...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-31-08, 06:36 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,972
Posted By Bob Gabele

Campy Record Front Derailleur Failures...

I am stumped. I have a new Pinarello Paris Carbon Frame with full Campy Record (New, QS Ergo Double). The bike has less than 1,000 miles on it and has been built up by my LBS. Twice now, my front...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-08, 10:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 880
Posted By Bob Gabele

Bully for you... Thus far, it seems that...

Bully for you...

Thus far, it seems that certain respondents may have been guilty of "Profiling", in sort of an inverse sense than what we typically hear about. Actually, the fact that you are...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-08, 09:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,086
Posted By Bob Gabele

Before drastic measures, make sure that nothing...

Before drastic measures, make sure that nothing has shifted on your bike. At 57, I have had recurring lower back issues since my 20's. I've been cycling since '86 and have noticed similar symptoms...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-08, 07:26 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 6,734
Posted By Bob Gabele

Ditto from me, Zenncadence

.....and this, my first response in a long time to any thread here.

We are now in an environment where the illusions of the "World Economy" are being tested on all fronts. This is not a "Made in...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-21-06, 12:36 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,282
Posted By Bob Gabele

Gary: Thanks for the post. I guess that, having...

Gary: Thanks for the post. I guess that, having lived here since '78, I'm a bit defensive since the area has changed so much with all the development. The population of Ft. Lauderdale has doubled...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-20-06, 06:50 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,282
Posted By Bob Gabele

Those thinking "Buick" about Florida either have...

Those thinking "Buick" about Florida either have been watching too many "B" movies or have been, for whatever reason (Read: Digital Gee), hanging out in the wrong places. I've been in Lauderdale...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-23-05, 08:56 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 530
Posted By Bob Gabele

I'm high school class of '69 and not far behind...

I'm high school class of '69 and not far behind you. I ride six days/week averaging 25 to 30 miles per ride (depending on time constraints). Unlike most of my old friends from that era, I don't...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-05, 10:27 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 874
Posted By Bob Gabele

Doid23 has a good solution. The guy will...

Doid23 has a good solution.

The guy will probably be willing to work a pretty good deal so as not to get negative feedback. Why don't you work on negotiating a price with him that works for both...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-05, 10:20 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,538
Posted By Bob Gabele

How about looking down, while riding, and seeing...

How about looking down, while riding, and seeing one of your handlebar plugs coming out so you pop it back in with the palm of your hand, causing your front wheel to do a quick 45 degree turn and...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-05, 06:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 874
Posted By Bob Gabele

WHo would put a "Buy it Now" for $1.00 for that...

WHo would put a "Buy it Now" for $1.00 for that seat?

I see you closed that auction just yesterday. Not to be skeptical, but it will be be interesting to see of the person actually delivers it!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-22-05, 06:31 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,467
Posted By Bob Gabele

Water off the back...!!! Let it roll off. ...

Water off the back...!!!

Let it roll off. There are jerks in every walk of life, one has to look no further than Washington D.C.!!! At least the ones on this forum are identifiable and in your...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-05, 06:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 798
Posted By Bob Gabele

Nice Job!!! You must have spent lots of time...

Nice Job!!!

You must have spent lots of time on Ebay hawking record components in order to keep your cost down. I know the effort involved as I have built two bikes, a Colnago lugged steel model...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-18-05, 08:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 292
Posted By Bob Gabele

I like to scan this forum in the early AM on...

I like to scan this forum in the early AM on those mornings that I don't feel like going out and the muscles are aching etc. After a few minutes, and some caffeine, I'm ready to go. I consider B/F...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-05, 07:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 659
Posted By Bob Gabele

I agree with Dewbert... I rotate a number of...

I agree with Dewbert...

I rotate a number of bikes. About a year ago, I started getting flats...lots of them. At first, I wrote it off to bad luck. Then I started getting new tires on my bikes. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-15-05, 06:33 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,987
Posted By Bob Gabele

I have found that riding while sick does make you...

I have found that riding while sick does make you feel better afterwards but the effort will lower your resistance and can cause whatever is going on to last longer. If your heart rate becomes...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-15-05, 06:29 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,506
Posted By Bob Gabele

How many of you notice that, on some days, you...

How many of you notice that, on some days, you just can't get up to your max (whatever it is) because your legs just won't let you? I'm 54 5'9" and 150lbs. I ride six days/week about 30 miles/day...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-14-05, 03:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 685
Posted By Bob Gabele

He was coming down the west side, that's all we...

He was coming down the west side, that's all we know. You're right, there's a big curb on that bridge. I cross it on every ride and have always felt the big risk is getting hit from behind from a...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-14-05, 05:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 685
Posted By Bob Gabele

Lauderdale Cyclist killed 10/9

A Fort Lauderdale Cyclist died last weekend and a few of us are looking for the circumstances. All that appeared in the local paper (Sun Sentinel) was that the individual was heading down the Las...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-09-05, 09:17 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,328
Posted By Bob Gabele

The Wighalacooghie trail is a really great ride: ...

The Wighalacooghie trail is a really great ride:

http://www.dep.state.fl.us/gwt/guide/regions/crossflorida/trails/with_state.htm

It's a 46 mile paved old railroad bed with undulating terrain...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-09-05, 08:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,088
Posted By Bob Gabele

I use fluid. Rollers require much more...

I use fluid. Rollers require much more concentration. I have small children and sometimes I am watching them while training. With a regular trainer, I am not going to have a roller mishap. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-05, 07:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 761
Posted By Bob Gabele

You've got it Aveman! That's what I had with...

You've got it Aveman! That's what I had with those Colbalto levers. I gave my LBS the credit for the punch-out but it seems that, based on your observation, it was a "feature" of those Colbalto...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-05, 06:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 761
Posted By Bob Gabele

Come to think about it, those old levers were not...

Come to think about it, those old levers were not S/R but Cobalto. They were larger than S/R and had enough room inside to do that routing trick....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-05, 06:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 761
Posted By Bob Gabele

You can cut a notch out of the old super record...

You can cut a notch out of the old super record lever hoods (the metal hoods, not the rubber ones that cover them) and route your brake cables out that way then under your bar wraps etc. My LBS did...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-29-05, 04:09 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,771
Posted By Bob Gabele

I have an vintage '80's Scapin with full Super...

I have an vintage '80's Scapin with full Super REcord and a tremendous Joe Bell paint job (anyone familiar with J.B's work will understand what I mean). I ride it in rotation with my other roadies. ...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-27-05, 06:56 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,822
Posted By Bob Gabele

Before I get flamed on my previous comment.... ...

Before I get flamed on my previous comment....

I meant to say that those who imply that bikes are the best route out are the smug ones since they clearly could not have young children. I really...
Forum: Living Car Free
09-27-05, 06:43 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,822
Posted By Bob Gabele

Obviously, the respondents to this thread do not...

Obviously, the respondents to this thread do not have children.....

Let's not be too smug, OK?
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-05, 05:12 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,286
Posted By Bob Gabele

I do all my maintenence but try to give my...

I do all my maintenence but try to give my favorite LBS business too. They true and build wheels for me. When it comes to certain frame issues, such as facing top tube and bottom bracket surfaces...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-05, 04:54 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 5,890
Posted By Bob Gabele

I carry two.... I see more and more people...

I carry two....

I see more and more people however, including my riding buddy, going with the compact pumps.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-05, 04:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 656
Posted By Bob Gabele

Yikes from me too!!! I'm going to make sure...

Yikes from me too!!!

I'm going to make sure my pedals are tightened down more. I ride with them pretty loose.

Looks like your bike came out a bit better than you but you're OK too. Not to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-05, 03:25 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 347
Posted By Bob Gabele

Campy Super Record Derailleur Question

Does anyone know what other manufacturer's jockey wheels will function in the old Super Record rear derailleurs? The Campy ones are becoming very hard to find. I have seen some on Ebay using red...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-05, 04:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 740
Posted By Bob Gabele

You guys are great!!! I think that the "new"...

You guys are great!!!

I think that the "new" chain I put on may have been used. I bought it on Ebay and, although it measures out OK and is not stretched, I cannot confirm that it is, indeed,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-05, 04:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 740
Posted By Bob Gabele

Thanks Hillrider!! Appreciate the feedback...

Thanks Hillrider!!

Appreciate the feedback...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-05, 08:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 740
Posted By Bob Gabele

Chain Jump

One of my bikes (a vintage Scapin with Super Record friction shifting) started to show some chain jump after installing a new chain. The jumping happens when I put plenty of pedal pressure on, say,...
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