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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-20-12, 05:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 682
Posted By Makeitso

What is the interweb?

What is the interweb?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-05-12, 10:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 17,882
Posted By Makeitso

I had the same surgery and it took me 2 months to...

I had the same surgery and it took me 2 months to get back on the bike and I still have pain in some areas. I had the surgery the end of April this year. I don't know if the recover has anything to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-04-12, 02:08 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 3,664
Posted By Makeitso

what do you do if you have a flat on the road...

what do you do if you have a flat on the road with these tires? call a cab?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-28-12, 01:31 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,153
Posted By Makeitso

Anybody tried Stans no tubes?

Anybody tried Stans no tubes?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-12, 04:15 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 50,466
Posted By Makeitso

I think the hype over ceramic bearings is...

I think the hype over ceramic bearings is frictional.
:D
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-14-12, 09:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,124
Posted By Makeitso

Heart rate in the 40's resting and no meds. The...

Heart rate in the 40's resting and no meds. The Docs say it's fine unless I have chest pains and shortness of breath.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-12, 07:14 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,543
Posted By Makeitso

I use the tire pump with pressure gauge method...

I use the tire pump with pressure gauge method unless I don't have a tire pump with a gauge, then I use the pinch method.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-04-12, 02:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 927
Posted By Makeitso

I wasn't here in the beginning but am here now. I...

I wasn't here in the beginning but am here now. I am here sometimes and gone others.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-12, 04:20 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 768
Posted By Makeitso

This is the best for me. I wipe the chain...

This is the best for me.

I wipe the chain with a rag while spinning the crank. I wipe off the derailleur as good as I can using a rag and a brush and do the same to the chain rings. I floss the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-12, 10:18 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,768
Posted By Makeitso

I wipe, I lube, I wipe, I done.

I wipe, I lube, I wipe, I done.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-12, 03:26 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,172
Posted By Makeitso

What type of valve is it? Make sure it's not...

What type of valve is it? Make sure it's not leaking at the valve, but you probably already checked that too.

If it leaks down there has to be a hole in it somewhere. Try putting a little more air...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-12, 03:20 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,986
Posted By Makeitso

When I adjust toe in on my brakes I loosen up the...

When I adjust toe in on my brakes I loosen up the adjuster and put a dime between the rim and brake, then hold down the lever and tighten up the adjusting nut/bolt. This should be done so the front...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-12, 06:23 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,567
Posted By Makeitso

I would go with those saying to use some good rim...

I would go with those saying to use some good rim tape. Out of curiosity, how old are the tubes you're using?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-12, 06:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 16,263
Posted By Makeitso

I would just keep an eye on it. If it gets bigger...

I would just keep an eye on it. If it gets bigger or bulges replace it. If it's all the way through then put a boot (tire patch) on it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-12, 05:51 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 957
Posted By Makeitso

What is the problem? Is it that your feet come...

What is the problem? Is it that your feet come off the floor before the desired pressure is reached? If so, just go to the bike shop and test out a few of the pumps. Don't know if that's possible in...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-14-12, 09:58 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,149
Posted By Makeitso

Good job. Now the hard part, staying quit. I...

Good job. Now the hard part, staying quit. I can't tell you how many times I "quit" smoking before I finally stopped. I am coming up in 8 years now.

Don't take that first puff!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-12-12, 11:15 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 816
Posted By Makeitso

I can relate to where you're at. I am in the same...

I can relate to where you're at. I am in the same situation. I was ahead on my mileage and had to have double hernia operation last month. I had 6 months off the bike last year because I had to go...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-12, 05:51 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 54,027
Posted By Makeitso

Yes you can. I have a chain on one of myl bikes...

Yes you can. I have a chain on one of myl bikes right now with two master links in it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-12, 10:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,021
Posted By Makeitso

If I were you I'd put the new tire on the front...

If I were you I'd put the new tire on the front and the current front tire move it to the back. I want my best tire on the front.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-12, 04:54 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,319
Posted By Makeitso

According to Shimano's web site those levers are...

According to Shimano's web site those levers are reach adjustable. Look to see if there is a screw on the lever near the pivot point of the lever.
Forum: Commuting
04-23-12, 04:43 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,980
Posted By Makeitso

MOst of my flats have been random. I've never had...

MOst of my flats have been random. I've never had a planned flat. :D
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-23-12, 04:41 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 8,746
Posted By Makeitso

I've been riding bikes since I was around 5, I...

I've been riding bikes since I was around 5, I have never had a chain break yet. If I ever experienc my first chain break and don't have a tool I'll have to deal with it. I don't normally ride very...
Forum: Commuting
04-23-12, 04:23 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 6,079
Posted By Makeitso

Never used disc brakes on a road bike before. I...

Never used disc brakes on a road bike before. I have BB7's on one of my MTB's and they work way better than any other brakes I've ever had on an MTB. They work so good I have to be careful when I...
Forum: Commuting
04-23-12, 03:22 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,717
Posted By Makeitso

No headphones is best.

No headphones is best.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-12, 07:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,431
Posted By Makeitso

I had some Continental Contacts on my road bike....

I had some Continental Contacts on my road bike. I got three flats in the first 600 miles. I was not happy about it and could not find anything in the tire. All the flats were in the same place on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-12, 06:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 630
Posted By Makeitso

I did the too short chain thing on a bike I just...

I did the too short chain thing on a bike I just built. Added another power link and it's all good. I too am reminded every time I look at the chain and have two power links next to each other. It is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-12, 06:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,485
Posted By Makeitso

I just buy tools as I need them. I end up with...

I just buy tools as I need them. I end up with only what I need. They aren't in a nice neat little box. I have used every bicycle tool I've purchased so far.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-18-12, 10:44 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,264
Posted By Makeitso

Been doing that for years. If I go somewhere and...

Been doing that for years. If I go somewhere and can carry what I'm getting on a bike I'll take it instead of the vehicle.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-16-12, 05:54 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 36,543
Posted By Makeitso

No idea.

No idea.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-12, 03:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 602
Posted By Makeitso

I think I would hurt myself if I tried that. ...

I think I would hurt myself if I tried that.

Good job though!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-12, 03:09 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 5,192
Posted By Makeitso

I think my breaks broke today, can I get sum help...

I think my breaks broke today, can I get sum help hear?
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-28-12, 10:26 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,584,126
Posted By Makeitso

All black is murdered out then. Black is the only...

All black is murdered out then. Black is the only color the frame and fork came in. It's my first build, mostly SRAM X7 components except the crank and BB.

Black gets dirty really fast.
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-28-12, 10:07 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,584,126
Posted By Makeitso

Not sure what you mean by the "murdered-out...

Not sure what you mean by the "murdered-out look".
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-28-12, 06:53 PM
Replies: 3,233
Views: 1,584,126
Posted By Makeitso

My new home build. ...

My new home build.

http://i137.photobucket.com/albums/q240/JackLM/New%20bike%20build/DSCF1150.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-12, 09:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,707
Posted By Makeitso

I sort of figured it out on my own. Nashbar said...

I sort of figured it out on my own. Nashbar said don't put heat directly to the carbon fork so I didn't. I tried to remove it without the heat and all that was going to happen was stripping off the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-28-12, 12:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,707
Posted By Makeitso

Here is what I did to get the posts out. I...

Here is what I did to get the posts out.

I called Nashbar for their advice on how to do this.
I put an adjustable wrench as tight as I could get it on the flats of the posts, heated up the tip of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-12, 05:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,707
Posted By Makeitso

It's all good, no problem.

It's all good, no problem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-12, 11:49 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,707
Posted By Makeitso

I explained because I was offended by your stupid...

I explained because I was offended by your stupid post comment. What did you think I'd be, happy? Not a great way to start off a conversation by saying a persons question is stupid.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-12, 11:16 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,707
Posted By Makeitso

Yea, I think I'll wait and talk to Nashbar tech...

Yea, I think I'll wait and talk to Nashbar tech support and see what they say. Guess I'll have to ride with them on to start out with. Thanks for the input, just confirms what I was thinking.

A...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-12, 06:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,707
Posted By Makeitso

Remove v-brake posts- Carbon fork

Hi all, I just got a rigid carbon mountain fork at Nashbar and am wondering what I need to do to get the v-brake posts out. I am going to be using disc brakes and won't need them.

I have searched...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-18-11, 01:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 995
Posted By Makeitso

I'd rather ride my bike than any of the above. :D

I'd rather ride my bike than any of the above. :D
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-11, 02:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 835
Posted By Makeitso

I wonder how much research money they wasted on...

I wonder how much research money they wasted on this product.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-22-11, 12:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,915
Posted By Makeitso

I found another problem. The RD is twisted. The...

I found another problem. The RD is twisted. The front of it is twisted in toward the wheel and the back is outward. I hope you can understand what I mean when I say this. I stuch an adjustable wrench...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-11, 02:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,915
Posted By Makeitso

It's an old MTB... a GT but the shifters are...

It's an old MTB... a GT but the shifters are fairly new, about 2 years old. I hope they aren't worn out already. They are twist shifters.

I did notice that the rear shifter cable has a kink in it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-19-11, 04:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,915
Posted By Makeitso

I suspect it is the pivots but it doesn't seem...

I suspect it is the pivots but it doesn't seem any looser than the newer bike I have. I don't know how to tell if it is or not.




It doesn't shift right. The cables and housings are around 2...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-11, 11:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 5,915
Posted By Makeitso

rear derailleur

What's the best way to tell if your rear derailleur is worn out?

It seems okay when I wiggle the cogs on it. This is an old bike but doesn't have much more movement than the new bike I have does....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-14-11, 10:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,078
Posted By Makeitso

Sweet.

Sweet.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-11-11, 04:55 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,415
Posted By Makeitso

No. ;)

No. ;)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-10-11, 06:44 PM
Replies: 144
Views: 6,475
Posted By Makeitso

Goal this year is to do at least 3000 miles which...

Goal this year is to do at least 3000 miles which would be a personal best since I started back riding in 2006.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-10-11, 06:41 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,955
Posted By Makeitso

I had 1901.2 miles this year. I have been keeping...

I had 1901.2 miles this year. I have been keeping track for 5 years now and this is right in the middle. The most I have done in a year is 2972.7. That was in 2006.

My goal for this years is to do...
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