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Forum: For Sale
08-18-23, 09:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,287
Posted By Babbitt

Beautiful bike, do you happen to know the maximum...

Beautiful bike, do you happen to know the maximum tire size that works on this bike?

Also, not to highjack your thread but how does it compare to your Look 765?

Thx
Forum: Road Cycling
05-17-21, 01:24 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 9,085
Posted By Babbitt

One bike with two sets of wheels can work very...

One bike with two sets of wheels can work very well. I used to be involved with jr bike racing and we would always encourage the kids to get a good cyclocross racing bike first with a second set of...
Forum: Northern California
06-18-20, 02:07 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 774
Posted By Babbitt

A lack of mosquitoes is almost enough of a reason...

A lack of mosquitoes is almost enough of a reason to move.
Forum: Northern California
06-18-20, 08:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 774
Posted By Babbitt

Thanks, I hear that "Dry Heat" comment a lot. In...

Thanks, I hear that "Dry Heat" comment a lot. In MN we always tell people it may be below 0 but the blue skies and snow make it feel not so bad.

It sounds like there are lots of nice places to...
Forum: Northern California
06-17-20, 09:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 774
Posted By Babbitt

Thanks for the information. The mountains would...

Thanks for the information. The mountains would be a nice change. Might even have to get a mountain bike. I currently have all the gravel anyone could hope for but my longest climb is about 10...
Forum: Northern California
06-17-20, 07:10 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 774
Posted By Babbitt

Relocation Question

I am looking at taking a job in Sacramento and have some riding questions.

I currently live west of Minneapolis and enjoy fantastic rolling and light traffic roads right outside my door. I am...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-20, 12:08 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 5,748
Posted By Babbitt

I have changed hundreds of tires over the years,...

I have changed hundreds of tires over the years, I have raced, toured, coached, commuted, worked in a shop etc. Unfortunately, my arthritis has gotten to the point where it is very difficult. The...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-26-20, 01:56 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,855
Posted By Babbitt

That is a great looking bike. I am glad it...

That is a great looking bike.

I am glad it worked out so well for you.

Tom
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-20, 11:11 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 9,899
Posted By Babbitt

I used to pay but stopped with my COVID layoff....

I used to pay but stopped with my COVID layoff. Assuming I am employed again someday I will probably pay again.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-20, 05:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 721
Posted By Babbitt

Thanks all, I can handle that.

Thanks all, I can handle that.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-20, 08:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 721
Posted By Babbitt

Possible Frame Damage

I finally got around to pulling the crank on my Lemond Poprad to do a long overdue bottom bracket replacement. When I got it off I found this nasty chipping and a little rust in the frame. I...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-08-20, 08:55 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,855
Posted By Babbitt

That is good to hear. Waterford has always been...

That is good to hear. Waterford has always been towards the top of my list.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-06-20, 03:54 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,855
Posted By Babbitt

Thanks this is good feedback. I am not sold...

Thanks this is good feedback.

I am not sold on the randonneuring style bikes. I agree, however, if I was going to buy a bike designed for a large front bag that would be my choice. I have never...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-06-20, 09:33 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,855
Posted By Babbitt

Custom Frame for Long Distance Riding

I have a couple of bikes and am probably going to add an endurance bike to the mix this year. I currently own a Cannondale mountain bike, Lemond Poprad CX BIke, Viner road bike, and Co-Motion tandem....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-20, 09:19 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,844
Posted By Babbitt

That is an impressive tool and also a very nicely...

That is an impressive tool and also a very nicely organized workbench!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-06-20, 07:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,844
Posted By Babbitt

This is a video of each tool being used. ...

This is a video of each tool being used.

https://photos.app.goo.gl/wdxoBLUkQ7TapRbn7

https://photos.app.goo.gl/PCg6keEAK4wLqs7z7

https://photos.app.goo.gl/hG48q1yYtxkanWRw9
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-06-20, 07:24 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,844
Posted By Babbitt

These are the three tools side by side. The...

These are the three tools side by side. The koolstop on the left is the easiest to use. The Var on the right I found to be the most difficult.

The Tyrekey in the middle now...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-06-20, 12:58 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,844
Posted By Babbitt

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-06-20, 12:56 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,844
Posted By Babbitt

Post 9

Post 9
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-06-20, 12:53 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,844
Posted By Babbitt

Post 8

Post 8
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-06-20, 12:52 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,844
Posted By Babbitt

Post 7

Post 7
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-06-20, 12:51 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,844
Posted By Babbitt

So I bought all three. Of the three recommended...

So I bought all three. Of the three recommended the Kool Stop Tire Bead Jack by far the easiest to use but the TyreKey Tire Lever Tool also works well and fits in my saddle bag.

I will post...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-04-19, 09:40 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,844
Posted By Babbitt

That is correct, removing the tire has not been a...

That is correct, removing the tire has not been a problem.

The tire Jack has arrived and is amazingly effective but is to large to fit in a saddle bag. My first thought was OMG where has this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-02-19, 09:36 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,844
Posted By Babbitt

Thanks I will check out that link.

Thanks I will check out that link.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-19, 09:42 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,844
Posted By Babbitt

If the jack doesn't work I may try that. ...

If the jack doesn't work I may try that.

Thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-19, 07:44 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,844
Posted By Babbitt

I just ordered the jack. Can't wait to try it.

I just ordered the jack. Can't wait to try it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-19, 06:20 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,844
Posted By Babbitt

Tubles is an interesting idea. I have been...

Tubles is an interesting idea.

I have been changing tires for almost 50 years and have never seen one of those jacks before. I am ordering one tonight.

Thanks
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-19, 04:39 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,844
Posted By Babbitt

Tire Changing and Arthritis

I could use some good ideas for putting on a new tire. The arthritis in my hands has gotten to the point that I can't get a new tire on without tire levers. This often eads to a torn tube from the...
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