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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-20, 11:36 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 7,444
Posted By richart

They are my pedal of choice. Just a little on the...

They are my pedal of choice. Just a little on the tight side when new, but they break in rapidly and are then just right. I have them on all of my bikes.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-20, 01:00 PM
Replies: 270
Views: 20,441
Posted By richart

I like to be close enough so my lips touch the...

I like to be close enough so my lips touch the frosty mug...

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-02-20, 12:42 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 8,971
Posted By richart

In Georgia right next to the 62 mile long Silver...

In Georgia right next to the 62 mile long Silver Comet Trail, which connects to the 33 mile long Chief Ladiga Trail at the Georgia/Alabama line. Altogether 95 miles of paved rail-to-trail, the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-02-20, 12:30 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,654
Posted By richart

My first bike was a piece of junk. My dad ran a...

My first bike was a piece of junk. My dad ran a bicycle shop in town and at our home he had a large pile of old junk bikes that he saved for scrap and would haul off to the junk dealer from time to...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-20, 12:57 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 6,768
Posted By richart

If you can find an off the shelf bike fitted out...

If you can find an off the shelf bike fitted out with the components that you want, then that is usually the least expensive way to go...the bike manufacturers can buy components far cheaper than you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-20, 12:58 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 6,649
Posted By richart

I use an old ELDI pedal wrench from back in the...

I use an old ELDI pedal wrench from back in the '60s. Plenty of leverage. I've met very few pedals that it won't handle. If I get one that is really stuck I will saturate with Kroil and let it soak...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-18-19, 12:50 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 12,601
Posted By richart

I'm in my mid-60s, 6-1, 220 lbs and ride or walk...

I'm in my mid-60s, 6-1, 220 lbs and ride or walk occasionally for recreation. I have never been very athletic. My resting heart rate is consistently in the low to mid 40s. During the day while...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-19, 08:18 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 9,272
Posted By richart

I use the free Strava. It tells me all I need to...

I use the free Strava. It tells me all I need to know about my rides and I also use it to track my walks. The only reason I use Strava is because it is the only app that my health insurance provider...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-19, 12:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,923
Posted By richart

As mentioned in the original post, it is the...

As mentioned in the original post, it is the rear. Thanks for the link.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-19, 08:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,923
Posted By richart

I'll most likely replace the spokes. If I am...

I'll most likely replace the spokes. If I am going to lace up a new rim, might as well put new spokes in it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-19, 03:56 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,923
Posted By richart

Rim Recommendation to replace Weinmann XC180

Had a spoke pull through the rim on the rear wheel today while out for a ride. The 32 hole rim is a Weinmann XC180. Any recommendations for a new rim?
I weigh 210 lbs and ride the bike just for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-19, 10:53 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 11,830
Posted By richart

Aldi's Bike Stands on Sale

If anyone is looking for a reasonably priced work stand, Aldi's stores (at least those in the metro Atlanta area) have their work stands on sale starting today for $24.99. Seems very sturdy and has a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-19, 11:14 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,486
Posted By richart

I like to see temps hit 65° F before I hit the...

I like to see temps hit 65° F before I hit the roads again in the spring. In the fall I will keep riding down to about 55°. The older I get, the more temperature sensitive I become.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-19, 12:46 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 21,910
Posted By richart

Lots of varying opinions on this topic....

Lots of varying opinions on this topic. Personally I use peanut butter on everything threaded on my bike and I have never had an issue (except with ants.) Believe me, I have a degree in Germanic...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-10-18, 02:39 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 13,088
Posted By richart

Been using the original Park truing stand since...

Been using the original Park truing stand since 1970. As with any tool, buy the best you can reasonably afford. For occasional home use, it doesn't have to be extravagant. My grandfather and dad...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-18, 09:38 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,577
Posted By richart

My family was in the bike business from 1918...

My family was in the bike business from 1918 until 1982. I worked on bikes from the time I was eight years old until I closed the shop. I started riding again in 2005. I would have to say there have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-18, 11:01 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 7,964
Posted By richart

I imagine the terminology can be confusing and...

I imagine the terminology can be confusing and can vary from state to state. For example in the picture you are referring to, you are seeing I-75/I-85 in downtown Atlanta. The Georgia Dept of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-12-18, 09:13 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 16,228
Posted By richart

It was a short lived craze. You can read more...

It was a short lived craze. You can read more about it at this link: https://vintagemopeds.net/page-4/
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-12-18, 02:50 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,633
Posted By richart

If God meant for us to have Daylight Savings...

If God meant for us to have Daylight Savings Time, he would have turned the Sun back an hour. Seriously though, I could care less if I am in standard time or daylight savings time, I just hate the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-12-18, 02:40 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 7,964
Posted By richart

In Georgia, bicycles are typically prohibited...

In Georgia, bicycles are typically prohibited from using controlled-access roadways such as interstate highways. That's probably a good...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-12-18, 02:17 PM
Replies: 241
Views: 16,228
Posted By richart

I remember reading articles back during the 1970s...

I remember reading articles back during the 1970s moped craze predicting that the moped spelled the end of the bicycle.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-04-18, 07:38 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 19,056
Posted By richart

My family was in the bike business for three...

My family was in the bike business for three generations from 1918 until 1982 and a Schwinn Dealer for many of those years up until I closed the business. Schwinn was a great company under the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-17, 08:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,604
Posted By richart

Thanks for the tip. I had originally written...

Thanks for the tip. I had originally written metallic in my post and went back and edited it to ceramic...getting my automotive and bicycle worlds crossed!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-06-17, 06:03 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,604
Posted By richart

Best for me - ceramic or organic disc brake pads?

When I got out of the bicycle business in 1982 there was very little in the way of disc brakes other than a cable actuated disc brake used on the Schwinn Manta Ray as an option for a couple of years...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-17, 07:19 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 10,412
Posted By richart

Thanks for that link...a much nicer unit than the...

Thanks for that link...a much nicer unit than the Harbor Freight one.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-17, 07:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,971
Posted By richart

Back in the day I would have probably tried my...

Back in the day I would have probably tried my Little Brute fork straightener on the fork by leaving the fork installed in the bike, turning it 180 degrees from normal, and then pushing it back into...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-17, 01:46 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,822
Posted By richart

Good job Chris! And thanks for letting us know...

Good job Chris! And thanks for letting us know how it worked out...great idea about the magnet!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-17, 01:42 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 10,412
Posted By richart

I would soak it for a week in kerosene or mineral...

I would soak it for a week in kerosene or mineral spirits in a covered metal container.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-17, 06:41 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 10,170
Posted By richart

We used to call those "high pressure leaks". With...

We used to call those "high pressure leaks". With the tube out of the tire and pumped to a low pressure, the puncture hole was so small it would not leak. When installed back in the tire the higher...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-17, 07:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 6,326
Posted By richart

At the very least take the tire off and cover the...

At the very least take the tire off and cover the hole on the inside with several layers of duct tape.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-17, 10:52 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,822
Posted By richart

Any luck Chris?

Any luck Chris?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-17, 07:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,822
Posted By richart

Put some penetrating oil such as Kroil around the...

Put some penetrating oil such as Kroil around the broken pin and let it seep in overnight. Blow off the excess oil. Clamp the whole assembly in a vise (using aluminum or brass to keep from marring...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-15-17, 01:40 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,817
Posted By richart

The Morrow coaster brakes were truly great. I...

The Morrow coaster brakes were truly great. I have one on an antique tandem and another that is NOS that I am saving if ever needed on the tandem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-03-17, 09:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 28,166
Posted By richart

Someone who deals in British motorcar parts may...

Someone who deals in British motorcar parts may have them. They were used on some of the old cars like the MG and MGB. Occasionally you will find some M5 x 0.9 mm bolts as well as taps or dies show...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-03-17, 01:13 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 53,517
Posted By richart

It sounds like you have ridden a mountain bike...

It sounds like you have ridden a mountain bike and a road bike on your preferred route. Perhaps you should search out a friend with a hybrid and see how it performs. Or locate a bike shop that has a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-02-17, 04:23 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 53,517
Posted By richart

I have owned a hybrid with a suspension fork and...

I have owned a hybrid with a suspension fork and seatpost. My current hybrid has no suspension. Both have 700 x 35c tires. I ride a lot on both sidewalks and on a concrete bike path with joints every...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-28-17, 08:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 888
Posted By richart

A coaster brake can misbehave as you describe...

A coaster brake can misbehave as you describe when the grease in it becomes hard and gummy. First step would be to disassemble and clean all the parts and inspect them for wear. If everything looks...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-17, 08:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,934
Posted By richart

Regular nuts and a couple of wrenches of any type...

Regular nuts and a couple of wrenches of any type to fit the nuts is all you need...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-17, 10:07 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 7,910
Posted By richart

Round vinyl caps work great on fender stays and...

Round vinyl caps work great on fender stays and they are cheap. About four bucks for 100 at an industrial supply such as McMaster-Carr. Order a size for a snug fit, soak in some warm water and slide...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-05-17, 07:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 972
Posted By richart

I really like the Kohler tubs...

I really like the Kohler tubs...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-31-17, 05:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,737
Posted By richart

Curious Answer - Maybe You won't hurt...

Curious Answer - Maybe

You won't hurt anything by trying...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-17, 11:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,295
Posted By richart

When your gear shift handle is in fourth gear,...

When your gear shift handle is in fourth gear, adjust the cable tension so that the two yellow marks on the Nexus mechanism line up with each other. Go to YouTube and look at the Nexus adjustment...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-28-17, 12:54 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 3,468
Posted By richart

I always run my bare fingers lightly and slowly...

I always run my bare fingers lightly and slowly across the entire inside surface of the tire to feel for any slivers of glass, thorns, bits of wire or metal, etc. Do so very carefully or you risk...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-27-17, 08:28 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,245
Posted By richart

I was away from biking from 1982 until 2005 when...

I was away from biking from 1982 until 2005 when I purchased a Trek. I saw quite a significant shift in bike technology over those years. I recently purchased another new bike and there is a lot of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-27-17, 08:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 9,928
Posted By richart

I am 290 lbs...I have 700Cx35 tires and I...

I am 290 lbs...I have 700Cx35 tires and I routinely keep them pumped to the rated 85 psi max. I mostly ride on the street or paved trails.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-22-17, 03:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,386
Posted By richart

Good old side pull caliper brakes and steel...

Good old side pull caliper brakes and steel rims...I once rode a Schwinn Racer 3 speed up a telephone pole on a rainy day, but that's another story. Since I have not located any Weinman brake pads...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-21-17, 09:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 10,401
Posted By richart

If any rust is involved, I would sure soak it a...

If any rust is involved, I would sure soak it a day or two in Kroil before doing anything else. Jyl's idea of using a bolt and block of wood is a good start. Instead of wood I have a 1/4" thick piece...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-21-17, 09:16 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,453
Posted By richart

That is a good idea jase33...and I have a can of...

That is a good idea jase33...and I have a can of it in my workshop.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-21-17, 05:58 PM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,873,453
Posted By richart

Just to follow up a bit, I changed out the...

Just to follow up a bit, I changed out the handlebars for some Wald 896 cruiser handlebars and changed the stem to an XLC 110mm adjustable stem set to 40 degrees. The handlebar was only available in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-15-17, 07:07 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,612
Posted By richart

I have a Snap-On click type torque wrench that I...

I have a Snap-On click type torque wrench that I have been using on bikes since the '70s. The Snap-On tool truck has a device they can use to test the torque wrench for accuracy (but they have to...
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