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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-25-22, 10:14 AM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 512,527
Posted By bliorg

Please tell us your age. 53/54-ish 1. What...

Please tell us your age.
53/54-ish

1. What type of bikes do 50+ folks ride?
1983 Fuji del Rey, 2006 Felt F75, 2019 Trek FX3 Disc. There's also a Miyata Pista, but that's a long story...

2. Do...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-12-21, 12:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,039
Posted By bliorg

True enough. Dadgummit, I'm waffling on the...

True enough.

Dadgummit, I'm waffling on the Miyata now. Again. Valley Preferred has Try the Track sessions coming up...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-21, 03:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,039
Posted By bliorg

I hear you, really I do. Here's the thing: 2008,...

I hear you, really I do. Here's the thing: 2008, wanted to sell but didn't, still dreaming of getting on a track. Didn't. 2014, cleaned the bike up, new Conti Sprinters. Wanted to get on the track,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-21, 02:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,039
Posted By bliorg

I went to school in Kalamazoo. The store there...

I went to school in Kalamazoo. The store there was great. Don't know if you've heard, but Doug closed the shop a couple years ago.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-08-21, 01:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,039
Posted By bliorg

1985 Miyata Pista - opinions on value?

Hi all -

Time has come to sell my 1985 Miyata Pista. I'm at the point of giving up on ever getting it on the track, and there are other pressing priorities that must be met. It's unfortunately...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-10-16, 02:50 PM
Replies: 5,944
Views: 780,332
Posted By bliorg

I was wondering if anyone waxed their chains. ...

I was wondering if anyone waxed their chains. When I overhauled my bike last summer I opted for wax. Curious how y'all like it (or not)...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
01-17-15, 09:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,351
Posted By bliorg

That's damned inspiring.

That's damned inspiring.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-14, 08:44 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 575
Posted By bliorg

Anyone recognize these pedals?

Hi, all -

I've had these pedals for about 6 years. SPDs, came with my Felt at the LBS' discretion. I'm considering swapping them out for SPD-SL pedals, but I'm kind of curious what they are. ...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-28-14, 01:41 PM
Replies: 1,040
Views: 384,982
Posted By bliorg

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3839/14341892600_aa...

https://farm4.staticflickr.com/3839/14341892600_aa1fc6238a_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/nRkX1m)1985 Miyata Pista (https://flic.kr/p/nRkX1m) by Scott -- (https://www.flickr.com/people//), on Flickr
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-14, 04:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,190
Posted By bliorg

I've been a chemist for 20 years and work at a...

I've been a chemist for 20 years and work at a wastewater treatment plant. If xylene is the worst thing I'm exposed to today, I'm doing good. :)

387055
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-14, 02:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,190
Posted By bliorg

Success! 4-0 steel wool soaked in xylene is...

Success! 4-0 steel wool soaked in xylene is stripping the dried glue right off. Almost out of the xylene, though, so I'll be switching to naphtha momentarily to see if that works as well.

Thanks...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-14, 11:06 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,190
Posted By bliorg

Xylene is a much more aggressive solvent (and...

Xylene is a much more aggressive solvent (and longer wetting time/slower evaporation) than acetone IME. And it is doing very little.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-14, 10:46 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,190
Posted By bliorg

True dat. I'll give it a try.

True dat. I'll give it a try.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-14, 10:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,190
Posted By bliorg

I've got a gooseneck scraper, but I've got to...

I've got a gooseneck scraper, but I've got to admit I'm a bit nervous about putting steel against the rim. I'd think, depending on how the burr was turned, that it could easily gouge the rim. Not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-14, 08:56 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,190
Posted By bliorg

My concern with leaving it is that the old glue...

My concern with leaving it is that the old glue is completely crystallized. Hitting it with naphtha or xylene does nothing to solublize the stuff, so I don't know that new glue would do anything,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-14, 02:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,190
Posted By bliorg

Removing REALLY old rim cement?

Hi, all -

I have a set of rims with cement on them from (get this) 29 years ago. Have new sew-ups on order, and want to strip the old, desiccated glue off the rims and start fresh. Naphtha and...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-11-14, 08:09 AM
Replies: 1,040
Views: 384,982
Posted By bliorg

Almost embarassed to post this, can't compete...

Almost embarassed to post this, can't compete with the machines in this thread, but it's mine.

https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7334/9722729259_a894a34498_z.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-14, 10:43 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,445
Posted By bliorg

Training tire recommendation - Grand Prix 4 Season v. Gatorskins...

Hi, all -

I want to upgrade my old, trainer-worn Vittoria Action HSD tires to something robust and suitable for training this spring. Have it narrowed down to Continental Grand Prix 4 Season and...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-08-14, 11:48 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,831
Posted By bliorg

Currently about 209 and just shy of 6'. Starting...

Currently about 209 and just shy of 6'. Starting carb cycling, riding and running again - hope to be in the 170 range by Fall. Am still setting a fitness goal, but have a feeling a duathlon is in...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-03-14, 07:44 AM
Replies: 1,416
Views: 794,918
Posted By bliorg

Dude! In what world do you look like you're on...

Dude! In what world do you look like you're on meth?! I'm 5'11" and about 207 right now. You're giving me hope I can get back down to 170, where I sat for about 20 years. You do not look like a...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
12-30-13, 07:15 PM
Replies: 5,944
Views: 780,332
Posted By bliorg

Could be worse - you could have a Sharpay neck......

Could be worse - you could have a Sharpay neck... :roflmao2:
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
12-30-13, 06:37 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,836
Posted By bliorg

Nothing bike, but my son got us tickets and a...

Nothing bike, but my son got us tickets and a room for the NCAA Div I lacrosse championships this May.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-30-08, 10:06 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 824
Posted By bliorg

Fluid Trainers: Nashbar Fluid vs

Hi, all -

On a limited budget, but looking at fluid trainers to (a) help recover from impending knee surgery, and (b) help the wife practice her spin. I'm looking at the non-adjustable Nashbar...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
03-21-08, 04:14 PM
Replies: 927
Views: 446,970
Posted By bliorg

I posted this in the fg/ss thread, too, but it's...

I posted this in the fg/ss thread, too, but it's all track:
http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j185/bliorg/IMG_2270.jpg

'85 or '86 Miyata Pista, bought new, mothballed almost since new. All...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-20-08, 01:52 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 801
Posted By bliorg

You were working at the shop, and teaching in a...

You were working at the shop, and teaching in a high school?! That bodes ill - I'm about to start working toward certification to teach chemistry... :eek:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-19-08, 10:34 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,023
Posted By bliorg

+10 fer dat.

+10 fer dat.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-08, 08:52 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,215
Posted By bliorg

I was looking at these last week. Glad I passed...

I was looking at these last week. Glad I passed now... :eek:
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-08, 06:21 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,493
Posted By bliorg

My problem with road bikes on loose cinders or...

My problem with road bikes on loose cinders or gravel isn't damage to the bike or perceived fragility, but sloppy steering and braking...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-18-08, 03:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 559
Posted By bliorg

Overkill, even for my outta shape self. :D

Overkill, even for my outta shape self. :D
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-18-08, 02:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 559
Posted By bliorg

Axis Build - Double or Triple?

Ok, stupid noob question, but I'm starting to troll for parts, and I'm pondering drivetrain: The Axis originally came spec'd with a triple crank. Is there an argument for/ag'in a double vs a triple?...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-08, 09:39 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,418
Posted By bliorg

Was thinking that the whole time, too...

Was thinking that the whole time, too...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-16-08, 05:42 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,759,366
Posted By bliorg

Bought it new as a punk teenage bike mechanic in...

Bought it new as a punk teenage bike mechanic in '86. Didn't seem cheap at the time... ;)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-16-08, 05:34 PM
Replies: 38,868
Views: 4,759,366
Posted By bliorg

My ~1986 Miyata Pista, mothballed for decades. ...

My ~1986 Miyata Pista, mothballed for decades. Needs new sew-ups, but in remarkably good shape. Gonna clean 'er up, and put 'er on a track this year!
...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-16-08, 04:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,426
Posted By bliorg

Good points, all, SD. Thanks for the input. ...

Good points, all, SD. Thanks for the input. Camera goes on the block, then, and I'll be taking the Pista to the velodrome this summer. Woot!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-16-08, 02:44 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,426
Posted By bliorg

You guys are killing me... :D Well, I'm on...

You guys are killing me... :D

Well, I'm on the fence now - the Mother's is shining it up nicely. Maybe I'll try to sell off that camera instead...

Thanks for the help, everyone.
Scott
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-16-08, 10:38 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,426
Posted By bliorg

Yeah, it's a hard decision. I love the bike,...

Yeah, it's a hard decision. I love the bike, always have. Used to work at a bike shop as a teenager, and was way into Nelson Vails. Bought the Pista with big plans, but haven't been on it in years....
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-16-08, 08:16 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,426
Posted By bliorg

Thanks for the info, guys. FWIW, mine measures...

Thanks for the info, guys. FWIW, mine measures out to about 56cm, but since the Pista wasn't offered as a 56 (that I'm aware of), it must be a 57. Double-butted CroMoly tubing. I'll post some...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-15-08, 07:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 5,426
Posted By bliorg

Value of a Miyata Pista?

Hi, all -

I'm pondering selling off my mid-80s vintage Miyata Pista to subsidize another build. It's in very good shape, other'n a few scuffs from the ensuing 20-odd years. Needs some new...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-15-08, 04:59 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 941
Posted By bliorg

Lookit that: it's actually an '05 Axis frame and...

Lookit that: it's actually an '05 Axis frame and fork (http://www.bianchiusa.com/05_axis.html)! Woot!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-14-08, 06:26 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 941
Posted By bliorg

You know, I don't know yet. I'll probably go...

You know, I don't know yet. I'll probably go piece-wise as things come up cheap enough. Gonna take a while, regardless.

Too many projects. :rolleyes:
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-13-08, 07:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 941
Posted By bliorg

It's a project cam - an old VCW plate camera,...

It's a project cam - an old VCW plate camera, with a retrofit 5x12 back of quartersawn sycamore. Not the most name kiche to it, but it works.

Pics of it here...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-13-08, 06:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 941
Posted By bliorg

Thanks for the input, M_S. After a bunch of...

Thanks for the input, M_S. After a bunch of waqffling, I'm finding I really want to build this thing. Think I'll be selling off one of my cameras (anyone want a 5x12 view camera?!) and start...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-09-08, 01:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 941
Posted By bliorg

Bianchi Axis - Build or Sell?

Hi, all -

I've been a road rider my whole life, but last year picked up an '02 Bianchi Axis frameset for a couple hundred dollars. Money's tight now, and I'm trying to decide if I can affordably...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-08-08, 05:28 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,148
Posted By bliorg

Anyone have a report on the Fury today? Couldn't...

Anyone have a report on the Fury today? Couldn't make it in the rain... :(
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-08-08, 04:41 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 651
Posted By bliorg

Thanks for the input, folks. I appreciate the...

Thanks for the input, folks. I appreciate the opinions. Not sure what I'm gonna do yet, but nonetheless... :p

Scott
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-08, 05:34 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,048
Posted By bliorg

Wife's got a 2000 Pinarello Prince, built up with...

Wife's got a 2000 Pinarello Prince, built up with Veloce. It's nice...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-07-08, 11:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 651
Posted By bliorg

Thanks, John. I'm kind of leaning that direction...

Thanks, John. I'm kind of leaning that direction right now. Why do you suggest it?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-08, 08:42 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,401,925
Posted By bliorg

2006 Felt F75. Last road bike before that was a...

2006 Felt F75. Last road bike before that was a 1981 Fuji Del Rey, which is still ready to go in the basement... :D

http://i80.photobucket.com/albums/j185/bliorg/IMG_2265.jpg
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
03-04-08, 08:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 651
Posted By bliorg

Winter training - Rolers/Headwind or Fluid Trainer?

Hi, all -

Ok, late winter training, but I need some input: I have a set of old (circa-1985, egad) Kreitler Challenger rollers. I'm trying to decide between adding the headwind "Killer KOOL"...
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