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Forum: Framebuilders
09-05-23, 09:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,976
Posted By Nikon Fan

Frame Painting For Newbies

Hello everyone! I'm looking for guidance regarding painting bike frames.

Project:

I currently have 3 old (1960's, early 1970's) Schwinn Cruisers that I'm in the process of restoring. While I...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
04-14-20, 01:16 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,745
Posted By Nikon Fan

Thanks for the links!!!

Thanks for the links!!!
Forum: Beach Cruisers
04-14-20, 11:39 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,745
Posted By Nikon Fan

Looks likey are 26" × 1 &1/4". From what I can...

Looks likey are 26" × 1 &1/4". From what I can tell there seems to be at least 1/2" clearance between the surface of the tires to the ri its inside the fenders.
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
04-14-20, 11:10 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,254
Posted By Nikon Fan

Chrome Parts for 1960's Schwinn Cruisers?

I'm looking to modify a couple of old, steel frame , 26" Schwinn cruisers (Chicago built, 1960's). I would like to leave the frames themselves unmodified but would like to change everything else...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
04-14-20, 10:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,745
Posted By Nikon Fan

Thanks!!

Thanks!!
Forum: Beach Cruisers
04-13-20, 04:26 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,745
Posted By Nikon Fan

Thanks everyone! During that 3.5 mile ride I...

Thanks everyone! During that 3.5 mile ride I realized it was heavier than I expected! Something I had not considered were the tires; will I be able to find a replacement for them? The tires on it...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
04-08-20, 12:18 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,745
Posted By Nikon Fan

Ok, so, Since no one replied I decided to take...

Ok, so, Since no one replied I decided to take the risk and ride it. I rode it 3.5 miles around my neighborhood. It survived. Thanks all.
Forum: Beach Cruisers
04-08-20, 10:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,745
Posted By Nikon Fan

1962 Schwinn Cruiser Weight Limit?

Recently purchased a vintage Schwinn Cruiser (1962 per the serial number) in very good condition. Chrome rims and fenders are nearly spotless, everything on it is original in nearly immaculate...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
07-20-19, 01:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,374
Posted By Nikon Fan

I haven't had a chance to ride it on gravel yet,...

I haven't had a chance to ride it on gravel yet, so yes, it the bike.

I tried duplicating the same position as my other bikes, but it didn't work. Crank set seems too long, position of seat has me...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
07-20-19, 11:04 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 8,374
Posted By Nikon Fan

Very helpful topic! I have been riding for years...

Very helpful topic! I have been riding for years and never had knee pain until last week!!

The pain started on my (somewhat) new gravel bike. The frame is a little bigger than my other bikes, so I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-08-19, 06:08 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,932
Posted By Nikon Fan

I was too heavy for a regular road bike, and I...

I was too heavy for a regular road bike, and I wanted to ride faster than what my mountain bike could go!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
07-08-19, 01:07 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,107
Posted By Nikon Fan

I'm not a fitbit fan, however I did purchase it...

I'm not a fitbit fan, however I did purchase it to track my heart rate, steps and sleep with the intent of improving my health. I have lost 43 pounds in 3.5 months so far.

One of the many things...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-19, 08:58 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,174
Posted By Nikon Fan

Good call! I'll probably do the same!

Good call! I'll probably do the same!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-19, 08:57 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,174
Posted By Nikon Fan

After the chain, the brake disks were the next...

After the chain, the brake disks were the next part I aprayed with the silicone spray! Trying to prevent them from rusting up. Bad idea?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-19, 04:21 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,174
Posted By Nikon Fan

Feeling much better after reading all the ...

Feeling much better after reading all the feedback here!! Thanks!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-17-19, 07:10 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,174
Posted By Nikon Fan

Caught in the Pouring Rain!!

Having lived in Florida so many years, I have always been extremely careful about not riding in the rain. Unfortunately, yesterday I got caught in what felt like a monsoon while I was 6 miles away...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-11-18, 08:48 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,163
Posted By Nikon Fan

I like the redundancy argument. It makes sense...

I like the redundancy argument. It makes sense not having to travel long distances with a bike attached to a car. It could be stolen along the way when you stop at a rest stop, damaged by harsh...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-02-18, 07:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,717
Posted By Nikon Fan

I was finally able to ride it today (only 5 miles...

I was finally able to ride it today (only 5 miles due to lack of time). Nice ride! Hands were numb though, probably need to raise the stem a bit.

I checked on the Fuji website, but there was no...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-01-18, 11:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,717
Posted By Nikon Fan

Gravel Bike for 270 lbs, 5'10"?

Several months ago I purchased a Fuji Tread 1.3 Disk for commuting on rough asphault roads. Due to daily rain and a recent road trip, I was unable ride, so I haven't given it a proprer test.

Does...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-26-18, 08:56 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 988,192
Posted By Nikon Fan

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My favorite ride!
My favorite ride!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-17, 07:33 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 8,536
Posted By Nikon Fan

Saddle that works best for me

I have tried several different saddles but found that the one that works best for me is the Planet Bike 5020 Men's A.R.S. Saddle.

Not a lightweight, but not an anchor. I liked it so much I have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-26-17, 06:55 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 6,568
Posted By Nikon Fan

I have purchased 3 in the past 4 years; MTB,...

I have purchased 3 in the past 4 years; MTB, Hybrid and a Gravel Bike. Prior to that I had only one bike I rarely used for several years; a cruiser.

My reasons for the purchases:

- Cruiser was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-26-17, 06:30 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 24,515
Posted By Nikon Fan

Way off topic, but I happen to like backpacks as...

Way off topic, but I happen to like backpacks as well. Me and three other adults recently held a week-long youth cycling safety program. I was the "backpack" carrier loaded with first aid supplies....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-17, 03:55 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 24,515
Posted By Nikon Fan

Kickstand; Yes or No?

I currently own 4 bikes but only one of them (a cruiser) came with a kickstand. They occupy my already packed garage and rest against boxes.

That got me thinking about purchasing kickstands in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-24-17, 07:55 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,222
Posted By Nikon Fan

Several minutes after my last post Amazon...

Several minutes after my last post Amazon customer service sent me a return label in response to the email I sent them.

No return problems. They will refund my money as soon as they receive the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-17, 07:12 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,222
Posted By Nikon Fan

Sorry to hear about your mom. I too had a rough...

Sorry to hear about your mom. I too had a rough year last year with mom (cancer diagnosis, chemo, really bad reaction to chemo; I am eternally greatful she has managed to pull through).

I did...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-17, 06:03 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,222
Posted By Nikon Fan

Luckily you were able to spot the details. A few...

Luckily you were able to spot the details. A few years ago while walking through a (now closed) K-Mart store, I stopped to look at the bird cages for a small pet bird we had. The new cages had sead...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-17, 05:44 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,222
Posted By Nikon Fan

Thanks! It was sold by a third party but...

Thanks! It was sold by a third party but fullfilled by Amazon. I have never really had any issues returning stuff to Amazon. However, I try not return too many things because I have read about people...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-17, 05:21 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,222
Posted By Nikon Fan

Nope. 100% sure I purchased it new (Prime...

Nope. 100% sure I purchased it new (Prime member, so I only click on items sold "Prime" and new). I have purchased used items in the past (collector's comic books, used books, etc.).

I'm sure I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-17, 04:32 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,222
Posted By Nikon Fan

Mad at Amazon (rant)... 😠

I ordered a new Selle SMP Extra saddle on Amazon a couple of days ago. I was excited when it arrived today, however, my excitement quickly turned to anger when I realized I had been sent either a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-17, 07:28 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,255
Posted By Nikon Fan

The "Schwinn American" from the mid 1960's would...

The "Schwinn American" from the mid 1960's would be the closest match. There were several variations in the early 1970's with slight modifications of that model. 26" tires, middle weight, balloon...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-17, 06:39 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,255
Posted By Nikon Fan

Where do I Start?

For the past several years I have been on the lookout for an early 1970's era Schwinn cruiser (cantaliever frame with smooth soddering finish).

Unfortunately I have only run into completely...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-15-17, 05:30 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,064
Posted By Nikon Fan

My bike arrived today (Fuji Tread 1.3)!...

My bike arrived today (Fuji Tread 1.3)! Unfortunately today's weather is the worst we have seen all week (winds gusting over 20mph, rain on and off, dark gray clouds). Hopefully tomorrow it will...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
02-09-17, 07:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,069
Posted By Nikon Fan

Thanks! I have been recently reading about...

Thanks! I have been recently reading about padding on saddles and how some people swear by them, yet others dislike them.

The current saddle I have worked well for me on my Fuji Tahoe MTB; So...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
02-08-17, 08:33 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,069
Posted By Nikon Fan

No raw tissue at all, only muscle pain. I rode...

No raw tissue at all, only muscle pain. I rode again today, same 12 miles but took your advice to gear down and not push for a higher speed. Overall it went well; much better than yesterday. It took...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
02-08-17, 08:25 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,069
Posted By Nikon Fan

Yes, the wind was steady except when I rode a...

Yes, the wind was steady except when I rode a couple of miles in the oposite direction.

In terms of ridingn my distances vary. Sometimes 10, sometimes 20, etc. I had only been off the bike for 3...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
02-07-17, 08:49 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,069
Posted By Nikon Fan

Is my saddle the issue?

Wasn't quite sure where to post this, but imo it probably is related to improper fit.

Today I only rode 12 miles. The wind was brutal (24 mph), and I ended exhausted. Long story short I have this...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-07-17, 07:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,064
Posted By Nikon Fan

Update: Thanks everyone! I walked into my...

Update:

Thanks everyone! I walked into my LBS yesterday and spoke with the owner (great guy, very knowledgeable).

He went over the specs of the bikes I had in mind and ended up making a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-06-17, 06:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 4,114
Posted By Nikon Fan

Thoughts on a Fuji Tread 1.3?

Not sure where to post this, but here goes:

I'm looking at a Fuji Tread 1.3 for a mix of different riding conditions. Road style design for faster riding on flat pavement, also not too "delicate"...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-04-17, 09:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,064
Posted By Nikon Fan

Thanks everyone! The local bike shops in my area...

Thanks everyone! The local bike shops in my area onky carry 4 brands: Fuji, Trek, Giant and Schwinn. No REI's anywhere near me. Other options would be (gasp) department store bikes from Walmart,...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
02-04-17, 12:41 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,064
Posted By Nikon Fan

Road Bike for 260lbs Rider under $1000?

I currently have 3 bikes:

- Fuji Tahoe 27.5 1.5 Disk (Mountain Bike)
- Trek FX 7.2 (Hybrid?)
- Trek Calypso Cruiser

Of my 3 bikes I use my Trek FX 7.2 the most. All three of my bikes have no...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-15-17, 08:40 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,006
Posted By Nikon Fan

Thanks! I haven't done any chain cleaning or...

Thanks! I haven't done any chain cleaning or lubrication on my Trek yet; I got by the past few months by just shaking the excess sand off after every ride. This past week I started to notice a very...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-15-17, 09:57 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,006
Posted By Nikon Fan

Interesting! All this time I thought Nixon was...

Interesting! All this time I thought Nixon was just some watch company in California. 😊
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-15-17, 09:45 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,006
Posted By Nikon Fan

Thanks for the warning; I was actually thinking...

Thanks for the warning; I was actually thinking of asking about the best method for cleaning chains! 😊 For the sake of sanity I"ll do a search and promise not to ask any more questions. ☺

I live...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-15-17, 08:36 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,006
Posted By Nikon Fan

You are extremely lucky to have a child who likes...

You are extremely lucky to have a child who likes photography. I have a ton of old equipment I hoped to pass on to my kids, but they dislike anything photography related. I still have a glimmer of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-14-17, 06:52 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,006
Posted By Nikon Fan

I promise not to open that can of worms! 😂 ...

I promise not to open that can of worms! 😂

Too cool, I have a Mamiya 645j, 645E and an RB67 with a metered pentaprism! Beastly cameras, but absolutely awesome! Haven't used them in a few years,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-14-17, 06:20 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,006
Posted By Nikon Fan

No, I'm actually one of those rare folks who owns...

No, I'm actually one of those rare folks who owns cameras and lenses from both systems! I can troll comfortably in either Nikon or Canon forums now! ☺ However, the only "system" I truly dislike is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-14-17, 06:11 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,006
Posted By Nikon Fan

If we had the option of pressing a "like" button...

If we had the option of pressing a "like" button on this site I would definitely have pressed "like" to your response! ☺

Yes, you are 100% correct regarding all the variables. I really didn't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-14-17, 05:21 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,006
Posted By Nikon Fan

Ok, settle down everyone; I just placed an order...

Ok, settle down everyone; I just placed an order for MucOff 872 C3 Dry Ceramic Lube and also an order for Finish Line Wet Bike Lubricant (thanks Drisotope!). I'll try them both to see how they work....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-14-17, 04:51 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 17,006
Posted By Nikon Fan

My first 35mm was a Pentax back in 1979! I...

My first 35mm was a Pentax back in 1979! I remember leaving it on the hood of my car by mistake and driving off. It bounced on the asphalt several times. Incredibly it still worked after that!
...
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