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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-26-21, 12:35 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 10,826
Posted By El Fug

What an asinine thing to say. It agrees with much...

What an asinine thing to say. It agrees with much of what you've been arguing.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-26-21, 07:47 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 10,826
Posted By El Fug

The Wikipedia article on countersteering is...

The Wikipedia article on countersteering is really good. It touches on many of the points of contention I've seen in this and other threads.

https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Countersteering
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-21, 08:24 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,522
Posted By El Fug

It's in the garage when I'm not riding. If...

It's in the garage when I'm not riding. If thieves get it in there, I have bigger problems than a stolen bike.

Thank you for all of your advice and suggestions. I really appreciate it!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-21, 08:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,522
Posted By El Fug

Yeah, I got the coarse paper per the instructions...

Yeah, I got the coarse paper per the instructions on the can of rust converter (they suggested 50 grit). I barely sanded it and very, very gently.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-21, 11:26 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,522
Posted By El Fug

So I've become a paranoic about this rust...

So I've become a paranoic about this rust situation now. Is there some way I can test the down tube to ascertain whether or not it's been compromised? The entire situation has me a little spooked.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-21, 05:39 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,522
Posted By El Fug

So I did use the 80 grit, but just for a couple...

So I did use the 80 grit, but just for a couple of rubs. Got right down to metal. Then I applied some of the Gorilla Glue epoxy. I have no idea if this is a lasting solution but there's no trace of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-21, 01:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,522
Posted By El Fug

Okay, next stop, auto shop. Thank you for all of...

Okay, next stop, auto shop. Thank you for all of your help!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-21, 01:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,620
Posted By El Fug

Update: So I further tensioned the saddle and...

Update: So I further tensioned the saddle and that seems to have done the trick. Much less bouncing on yesterday's ride.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-21, 12:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,522
Posted By El Fug

Thank you for this. I live in LA, which is why...

Thank you for this. I live in LA, which is why rust wasn't on my mind at all. What type of primer and paint is good for a bike? Should I use the epoxy, do you think?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-21, 12:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,522
Posted By El Fug

I appreciate all the input so far. You guys are...

I appreciate all the input so far. You guys are incredible!

I went to Lowe's this morning and picked up some Naval Jelly. I applied it, waited, cleaned it, then applied again, waited cleaned it....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-21, 10:16 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,522
Posted By El Fug

Thank you. What type of epoxy or primer should I...

Thank you. What type of epoxy or primer should I get?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-21, 11:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,522
Posted By El Fug

Rust Never Sleeps

I know this subject has been covered extensively, but I'd still appreciate some personalized advice here from all you rust-removing experts over here in C&V. I've got a LeMond Buenos Aires with some...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-21, 07:44 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,620
Posted By El Fug

I honestly don't know, but that's an interesting...

I honestly don't know, but that's an interesting question and something I hadn't considered.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-21, 04:07 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,620
Posted By El Fug

Well, I'm very happy with this saddle most of the...

Well, I'm very happy with this saddle most of the time. It's only when I'm pedaling very quickly that I start bouncing. I'm sure my form is bad, but it's not something I've noticed on my other...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-21, 04:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,620
Posted By El Fug

Thanks for the suggestion. I've already tightened...

Thanks for the suggestion. I've already tightened the tension, but perhaps I'll tighten it a bit more and see if that helps.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-21, 08:45 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 9,620
Posted By El Fug

Excuse the exhumation of the dead thread, but I'm...

Excuse the exhumation of the dead thread, but I'm hoping maybe someone has some advice.

I have an S-A X1 and it's extremely comfortable. I like to ride without padded shorts and the saddle allows...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-19-18, 01:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 818
Posted By El Fug

I've never heard of people using tamarind in...

I've never heard of people using tamarind in coffee, but cardamom is very commonly added to coffee in Israel and other parts of the Middle East.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-18, 02:03 PM
Replies: 232
Views: 65,076
Posted By El Fug

I have an X1 and it's fantastic for comfort. I...

I have an X1 and it's fantastic for comfort. I can ride for 50 miles easy without padded shorts and my backside is no worse for the wear. That said, there are a couple things that bother me about it...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-02-17, 05:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,175
Posted By El Fug

Ginger tablet is an interesting idea. I'm not...

Ginger tablet is an interesting idea. I'm not sure that I would be able to suck on something like that when I'm so winded, but I'll look into for sure. Thank you!
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-02-17, 05:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,175
Posted By El Fug

Thank you for all of your responses and...

Thank you for all of your responses and suggestions. Carbonfiberboy said "...if you're not asthmatic." Unfortunately I am asthmatic, though it's controlled. I hear what you guys are saying about not...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
12-01-17, 09:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,175
Posted By El Fug

Nausea and avoiding it on long climbs

I'm prone to getting nauseous when I exert myself rigorously, particularly on challenging climbs. It's a terrible feeling and also pretty embarrassing when I'm on a group ride. It usually happens...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-25-17, 03:51 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 7,568
Posted By El Fug

LeBron lost the weight for his role in...

LeBron lost the weight for his role in Trainwreck. Then he played rather lousily the first part of his first season back in Cleveland. By the end of the year, he'd put a lot of weight back on and was...
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