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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-12-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,240
Posted By CaptMike

Frontier X

I use the Frontier X HRM quite often. It actually records your ECG. Chest lead V5, I believe. You should look into that. I was a paramedic in an early life, so can read the tracing. It also...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-20-23, 07:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 609
Posted By CaptMike

I did add more sealant to both tires after the...

I did add more sealant to both tires after the initial leaks. I either use the syringe, or I use a leftover small Stan's bottle, and refill it. That works pretty good. You may be on to something...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-19-23, 09:02 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 609
Posted By CaptMike

It is Stans in those tires. It is well under a...

It is Stans in those tires. It is well under a year old. Not sure of the shelf life on Stans. Starting to look at other sealants. I have the orange stuff. As a matter of fact, it went in the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-17-23, 08:47 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 609
Posted By CaptMike

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-23, 10:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 609
Posted By CaptMike

Plugging Tubeless Tire

Hello all. At what point to you plug a leak in a tubeless tire? I must have gotten into some serious glass, or something, on the road with my 35mm G-One Speeds. Both tires have patches where fluid...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-13-23, 06:29 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 956
Posted By CaptMike

You can see the I have the seat lowered on my...

You can see the I have the seat lowered on my inboard bike. I’ll mess with the placement of them, but am leaning towards the plug or balloon solution. I am a beer drinker, so don’t have a cork...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-12-23, 01:49 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 956
Posted By CaptMike

I think I will re-analyze the way the bikes sit,...

I think I will re-analyze the way the bikes sit, and go from there. A rubber plug may be in my future. This has been an enlightening thread😊. Thank you guys.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-12-23, 01:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 956
Posted By CaptMike

Dropper Post

I did Icemilk. Thank you. I don’t do the crazy MTB stuff. No need for a DP. And certainly don’t want to add one just for the racks sake. I’m an old gravel grinder/fat bike type of guy.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-23, 02:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 956
Posted By CaptMike

It's not important to plug the hole now, I am not...

It's not important to plug the hole now, I am not traveling with it on the bike rack. I only need to do that when I also have my wife's bike on it (the rack), also. Her handle bars hit my seat, so...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 956
Posted By CaptMike

Thank you guys for the replies. I'm not worried...

Thank you guys for the replies. I'm not worried about marking the seat post when I take it out. I was pushing the seat post down into the seat tube while in the rack, thereby lowering the seat. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-11-23, 08:07 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 956
Posted By CaptMike

Removing Seat Post while on Bike Rack

Any tips or tricks on plugging the hole on the seat tube while traveling with the bike on the bike rack. I’m getting tired of readjusting my seat height after removing from rack. Only an issue when...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-22, 04:30 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 815
Posted By CaptMike

The World Is Right Again

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-22, 04:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 815
Posted By CaptMike

When I change tires and set the bead, I air it up...

When I change tires and set the bead, I air it up and let it sit, to see if it loses any air. When I ride, I am in the 10-12 psi range, depending how much sand I expect to run into. Being 6'4"/250,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-22, 03:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 815
Posted By CaptMike

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-22, 06:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 815
Posted By CaptMike

My bad. I see that now. Appreciate the heads up.

My bad. I see that now. Appreciate the heads up.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-22, 01:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 815
Posted By CaptMike

I get that impression, although it says max 30. ...

I get that impression, although it says max 30. I got to about 25. Eye opening, though. Why especially HED rims?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-22, 09:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 815
Posted By CaptMike

They were tubeless. I found and ordered front...

They were tubeless. I found and ordered front and back Maxxis Minion's in the same size, 27.5 x 3.8. Couldn't find the Vanhelga's. I may not air them up quite so much when installing:) Thank you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-22, 06:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 815
Posted By CaptMike

Tire Blew Off Rim

Has anyone had a tire blow the rim, and then successfully remount it again? I switched from studs to my non-studded tires, and wasn't as diligent as I should have been cleaning the bead of one of...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
08-13-22, 06:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 741
Posted By CaptMike

Thank you, Jose. For me it’s about being able to...

Thank you, Jose. For me it’s about being able to stay on the trainer longer, and get some kind of body/butt movement. I am certainly no track sprinter. And, 300 is a lot of money. I will look for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-10-22, 09:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 650
Posted By CaptMike

Thank you, gearbasher. That is a 1.05mm spacer. ...

Thank you, gearbasher. That is a 1.05mm spacer. I cleaned up the cassette, put it back together, and am going to take it out for a spin. All my recent, and not so recent miles are on custom frames...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-22, 01:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 650
Posted By CaptMike

MP has me thinking about upgrading it to an...

MP has me thinking about upgrading it to an 11speed. I am developing some questions about that. One is, I have a 39 inner chain ring. Can I just get a 32 (or the smallest possible) and swap them...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-05-22, 01:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 650
Posted By CaptMike

Freehub

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Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
08-04-22, 04:31 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 741
Posted By CaptMike

Tacx Neo 2 Motion Plates

I am looking at getting a rocker plate to use with my Neo 2. One of the knocks on the rocker plates is the unnatural side to side motion. Given that the Neo 2 does move side to side (I don't know...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-22, 11:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 650
Posted By CaptMike

Thank you guys for the replies. That is the...

Thank you guys for the replies. That is the cassette I just took off my rear wheel. Over the years I have gone through a number of cassettes. Back then I just took it to the LBS. So I am not sure...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-22, 09:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 650
Posted By CaptMike

I may have to lose weight:50:

I may have to lose weight:50:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-02-22, 09:03 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 650
Posted By CaptMike

8 Spd to 10 Spd Campy

I pulled my old, early '90's Merlin Extra Light out of the shed, and was thinking it has been so long since I have ridden it, I might as well clean it up and sell it. But having had so many miles on...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-20-22, 07:47 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,436
Posted By CaptMike

If there are brighter lights out there, let me...

If there are brighter lights out there, let me know!!!!!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-19-22, 03:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,436
Posted By CaptMike

How bright is the light? I have the no light...

How bright is the light? I have the no light Varia. It is great. I also have an old Dinotte Daytime Red rear light. There is NO light close to the brightness of that one. It will be hard for me to...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-10-22, 10:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,160
Posted By CaptMike

Yoga

I definitely need to start chanting me some Namaste. My lack of flexibility needs to be addressed. Does anyone who does yoga/serious stretching exercises use any of these commercial/structured...
Forum: Touring
04-01-22, 08:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,903
Posted By CaptMike

I am back at this again, and think I am going to...

I am back at this again, and think I am going to be going your route, Happy Feet. I appreciate the responses, and the pictures.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-22, 08:49 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,844
Posted By CaptMike

Thank you guys for the replies. I guess I was...

Thank you guys for the replies. I guess I was looking for an excuse to get an ultrasonic cleaner, and get the most utility out of it. When SRAM says just soap and water for the AXS derailleur, that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-22, 05:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,844
Posted By CaptMike

Electronic Groupsets and Ultrasonic Cleaners

I have the SRAM Eagle X01 AXS groupset on my gravel bike. I am considering getting an ultrasonic cleaner to do some cleaning, especially for all my chains. Then wax them. The SRAM cleaning video...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-22, 07:15 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 4,868
Posted By CaptMike

P90X - Ab Ripper X.

P90X - Ab Ripper X.
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
12-31-21, 09:34 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 917
Posted By CaptMike

Thank you, J.

Thank you, J.
Forum: Southeast
12-30-21, 09:26 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,686
Posted By CaptMike

Sounds like two great rides. Thank you guys for...

Sounds like two great rides. Thank you guys for the feedback. Safe New Year riding to you all.
Forum: Southeast
12-28-21, 10:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,686
Posted By CaptMike

Riding the Outer Banks

I am thinking of stopping by the Outer Banks for a couple of days, the end of January. Is anyone familiar with the cycling there? How is Rt 12 to ride on? The shoulder? I'd like to do maybe two days...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
12-28-21, 10:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 917
Posted By CaptMike

Riding the Outer Banks

I am thinking of stopping by the Outer Banks for a couple of days, the end of January. Is anyone familiar with the cycling there? How is Rt 12 to ride on? The shoulder? I'd like to do maybe two days...
Forum: Touring
10-14-21, 06:44 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,903
Posted By CaptMike

Thanks, JP. It looks like it would make sense to...

Thanks, JP. It looks like it would make sense to attach it to the head tube, as the zipper pulls right to left.
Forum: Touring
10-12-21, 09:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,903
Posted By CaptMike

Bag

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Thank you guys for the replies. This is the bag. I...
Forum: Touring
10-07-21, 07:47 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,903
Posted By CaptMike

Top Tube Bag

My top tube is longer than any top tube bag I have looked at. I like the Ortlieb top tube bag, but conveniently, in all the ads, the bag is the same length as the top tube. Can the bag be used...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-22-21, 07:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,813
Posted By CaptMike

Thank you all for the feed back. I went with the...

Thank you all for the feed back. I went with the Fleecer Ridge. My eyes were glazing over looking at tires, and which ones were available, or not. So I am going to run these and see how I like them....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-13-21, 11:38 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,813
Posted By CaptMike

Why 1.8/1.9? I talked to Astral, and the tech...

Why 1.8/1.9? I talked to Astral, and the tech guy says he rides 2.4 tires on that rim. So I think I am going to go with the FR. I appreciate the input.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-13-21, 10:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,813
Posted By CaptMike

Thanks, Moisture. The graph states 35-57mm for...

Thanks, Moisture. The graph states 35-57mm for the Outback 25mm inner rim width. The FR being 55. Max frame tire width 2.3. So that looks like it will do it.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-13-21, 09:52 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,813
Posted By CaptMike

Gravel Tire 2.0-2.2

I am taking delivery shortly of a custom gravel bike. It will have an Astral Outback alloy wheelset with White Industry CLD hubs, 32/36 spokes. I am 6'4"/250. It will do road, gravel, rail trails,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-10-21, 07:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,268
Posted By CaptMike

You tell 'em, Matt.

You tell 'em, Matt.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-10-21, 05:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,268
Posted By CaptMike

Ekar

Hello mstate. Thank you for the reply. I am going to take it as a "no" that you are using Ekar. I want to do some rail trail touring, along with some gravel romping. I am 6'4", 250, and Old. So...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-09-21, 02:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,268
Posted By CaptMike

Campy Ekar

Is anyone out there riding the Campy Ekar groupset? If so, what do you think of it? I have a Seven monster cross type frame on order, and SRAM is holding up the works. I’ve ridden Campy road...
Forum: Fatbikes
07-24-21, 06:20 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,069
Posted By CaptMike

Old Man Mountain Rear Rack

Anyone familiar with the Old Man Mountain Fat Classic Rear Frame Rack? I have a Why Big Iron with SRAM X01 components. It was recommended by a gentleman at Revel Bikes. I am not familiar with any...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-21, 05:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 561
Posted By CaptMike

Thanks, Bill. I have a FR5.2 that doesn’t fit,...

Thanks, Bill. I have a FR5.2 that doesn’t fit, and for the FR5.2GT, I would have to take the axle out. And still not know if it will fit. I have in my brain that Campy has sealed bearings, and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-21, 04:25 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 561
Posted By CaptMike

I did that cx. I ramped down the QR, clamped the...

I did that cx. I ramped down the QR, clamped the tool in the vice, and the same skipping of the lockring. I think violence is the only answer. I only want to take it off because I wanted to...
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