Bike Forums

Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Register
FAQ
Calendar
Today's Posts
Search
Vendor Directory
Notices
 
Page 1 of 3
1
2
3
Search: Posts Made By: 52telecaster
Showing results 1 to 50 of 140
Search took 0.02 seconds.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-24, 04:07 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I rode my gitane three speed on an overnight...

I rode my gitane three speed on an overnight camping trip. 38-19. On 650bx42....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I do that often because the later plastic oil...

I do that often because the later plastic oil fillers often break when you open them. The hub takes so little oil that it's easy to put a teaspoon in the axle end.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 08:45 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Let us know how they build.

Let us know how they build.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Not English but I am rocking an aw hub. On a...

Not English but I am rocking an aw hub. On a camping trip tonight on the Rock Island trail....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Too cool. I had a friend with back trouble who...

Too cool. I had a friend with back trouble who mostly rode recumbents. He said climbing was aided by the backrest. I bet Freddy had no problem on it!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Many spots along the Mississippi have serious...

Many spots along the Mississippi have serious bluffs with climbs. They aren't long but they are steep!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-24, 08:17 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Those are outstanding.

Those are outstanding.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

That is pretty rare, it's amazing to me how well...

That is pretty rare, it's amazing to me how well these hubs hold up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-24, 11:37 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Gorgeous fenders! Make me want to paint my gitane.

Gorgeous fenders! Make me want to paint my gitane.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/img_20240225_121304230_hdr_ad6b75fee4ff5c7fccbbc87415e36663ea521c37.jpg
Also not your father's three speed. Gitane Tour De France. Was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-24, 01:11 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Unless you're a moose 2/1 will be fine. Ive gone...

Unless you're a moose 2/1 will be fine. Ive gone 40/22 on 27" wheels and pulled my 40# son in a rear bike carrier. Climbed a lot of hills and never had an issue.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Wow 40-22 on a 26 wheel is pretty darn low. Even...

Wow 40-22 on a 26 wheel is pretty darn low. Even I don't need it that low! Yet.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

The 2:1 recommendation always comes without a...

The 2:1 recommendation always comes without a wheel size. I assume if it's radically different than 26" that compensation would need to be made.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I am currently running 45-22 and 42-21 on two...

I am currently running 45-22 and 42-21 on two bikes but have gone below with no ill effect. I also love how well a worn in aw hub coasts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I make a lot of moves like that.... ...

I make a lot of moves like that....
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1500x2000/received_6742717309165759_3149d1391924c3e4638775716bb60abc2998a2f6.jpeg
45-22 is feeling pretty...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

That's my basement of horrors. Sarah was making a...

That's my basement of horrors. Sarah was making a shelter for a homeless cat and got more straw than she needed. I have so many cool framesets in the basement and more 27" wheels than God. I need an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

nlerner, that's excellent! I have a pro 650b...

nlerner, that's excellent! I have a pro 650b conversion and they adapt so well. Also thinking about using a strong light 93 on my tour de france three speed. I have a 45 tooth ring too. What rear cog...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

All I can say is I've been buying rusted heaps...

All I can say is I've been buying rusted heaps for the sturmey archer hardware lately. If it's 36 hole and has an aw I offer 25$. It's amazing how often I get these bikes. I now have three three...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-23, 06:52 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Awesome pic, I hit the back of a parked car...

Awesome pic, I hit the back of a parked car delivering papers. The wald basket was bent but not broken.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-23, 03:43 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I have a 54 alloy shell I need to get back on a...

I have a 54 alloy shell I need to get back on a bike I would ride! Beautiful pic.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-23, 02:37 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I routinely go a bit below the 2-1 ratio with no...

I routinely go a bit below the 2-1 ratio with no I'll effects. Currently have a 40/21 that works fine. Also I'm 210lbs.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-09-23, 10:58 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

You're one of the main reasons I joined bike...

You're one of the main reasons I joined bike forums. Thanks man!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-23, 11:54 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

That's beautiful. I give bikes away now and then....

That's beautiful. I give bikes away now and then. It's fun when you see them being used.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-23, 08:49 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Cheers!

Cheers!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-23, 07:36 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

No worries, this is the coolest forum in the...

No worries, this is the coolest forum in the universe.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-06-23, 03:20 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

What a great looking sports!

What a great looking sports!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-23, 08:32 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

First of all the shifter is from a Sears three...

First of all the shifter is from a Sears three speed so it's sturmey compatible but not actually sturmey. Second, it's stretched a bit over a larger diameter bar which makes it sit a bit differently....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-23, 10:19 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I have a supercourse with an aw as well. I really...

I have a supercourse with an aw as well. I really like the combo.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20220608_153454539_57ff85d4e43a1d88f9b063b65b7689db6611d70e.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-08-23, 08:30 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I love the huffy sportsmens. The first one I saw...

I love the huffy sportsmens. The first one I saw was too small for me or I would have bought it. What a world when American companies bought and sold British goods.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-23, 11:14 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

It's a hub that was given to me with several...

It's a hub that was given to me with several others and honestly I would install a front brake if I hade a rear coaster so why not use an aw and install two brakes. It will go unbuilt! I have an...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-23, 10:34 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I have several aw hubs that I will probably stick...

I have several aw hubs that I will probably stick with.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-23, 10:23 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I've got one of those tcw hubs. Are they pretty...

I've got one of those tcw hubs. Are they pretty failure prone?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-23, 09:28 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Was riding my supercourse equipped with an aw in...

Was riding my supercourse equipped with an aw in Portland last year. The brakes were just barely adequate on some steep hills with aluminum rims and weinman center pulls. Steel rims in the rain would...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-22, 08:50 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Beautiful bike!

Beautiful bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-22, 07:32 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Apparently shipping is more than the tires!

Apparently shipping is more than the tires!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-22, 07:29 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

https://en.boutiquevelovintage.com/product-page/pn...

https://en.boutiquevelovintage.com/product-page/pneus-650a

Not sure what the hot ticket is but I found Michelins.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-22, 09:47 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

The 3 speed hubs on those are terrific. They are...

The 3 speed hubs on those are terrific. They are an aw knockoff done extremely well. If it's the matching shifter those are great too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-15-22, 01:47 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Man that looks great!

Man that looks great!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-22, 08:15 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I've had experience with the modern 5 speed and...

I've had experience with the modern 5 speed and many aw hubs. I much prefer the aw. Get the gear ratio you need, 2/1 works very well for me, and you'll have an excellent commuter.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-02-22, 10:58 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I have a 23" triumph that's really a Raleigh and...

I have a 23" triumph that's really a Raleigh and at 5'11" it's perfect.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-22, 03:04 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

And he does an outstanding job at replacement!

And he does an outstanding job at replacement!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-22, 06:27 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Call the midwife is a modern retro show about...

Call the midwife is a modern retro show about midwives in London that rode 3 speeds for work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-22, 09:22 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I Think you cracked the code there. Although mine...

I Think you cracked the code there. Although mine rides a Japanese bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-22, 11:51 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Lake Pepin Fotos we're cool. Ty!

Lake Pepin Fotos we're cool. Ty!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-22, 11:18 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I love that vid. Makes me pine for a time that...

I love that vid. Makes me pine for a time that never existed in the u.s.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-22, 03:34 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Excellent pic!

Excellent pic!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-22, 08:15 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Great looking bike in a beautiful area. Life is...

Great looking bike in a beautiful area. Life is good!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-22, 12:11 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I love giving folks a practical ride.

I love giving folks a practical ride.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-22, 02:13 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

Recently picked this up very cheaply... 40 bucks!...

Recently picked this up very cheaply... 40 bucks! Hoping to just make everything work. It needs an oil filler cap for the Hercules branded three speed hub and a nut and washer for the non drive side...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-22, 01:47 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,522,969
Posted By 52telecaster

I have very little knowledge but I would guess...

I have very little knowledge but I would guess the one piece crank leans toward American built.
Showing results 1 to 50 of 140
 
Page 1 of 3
1
2
3


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.