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Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-06, 12:26 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 458
Posted By Figaro

About two and hallf years ago, I was hit by a...

About two and hallf years ago, I was hit by a reckless driver while I was on my bike. Tibia broken through in one place, fibula in two places. Not simple fractures--broken all the way through. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-06, 06:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,353
Posted By Figaro

You need to buy "The Nob" (or "The Nob XL if you...

You need to buy "The Nob" (or "The Nob XL if you have a wireless computer). It really works well. I got mine from Colorado Cyclist for 10 bucks.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-06, 09:29 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 815
Posted By Figaro

Excel Sports has 'em $24.88 each.

Excel Sports has 'em $24.88 each.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-06, 08:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 815
Posted By Figaro

I wouldn't tell this to just anyone, but since...

I wouldn't tell this to just anyone, but since you are a fellow Mondonico owner, try the Michelin carbons. They sell on line for $33-35. Since they are built to last 3,500 miles, they are quite...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-06, 08:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 617
Posted By Figaro

I did it! Started work on it Wednesday and...

I did it! Started work on it Wednesday and finished late Thursday afternoon. (I'm retired so I can work on it all day). There was on-and-off rain today (Friday), but I was able to get out for a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-06, 08:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 507
Posted By Figaro

It is not a very difficult job, but you probably...

It is not a very difficult job, but you probably should have enough experience to feel confident.

Do you know how to remove crank arms? If you have a tapered axle, you might need a crank...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-06, 01:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 617
Posted By Figaro

Is that measurement the inner diameter of the...

Is that measurement the inner diameter of the tube? All I could measure was the outer circumference of the tubes. The Schwinn is 105 mm and the Fuji is 95mm. So, will the derailleur on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-06, 09:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 569
Posted By Figaro

My mysterious BB clunk (really more like a light...

My mysterious BB clunk (really more like a light clank) was caused by a defective Super Link. Worth looking into if you have that kind of chain.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-06, 08:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 617
Posted By Figaro

Can I rebuild this way?

Basically, I want to turn two bikes into one. I have a Schwinn Supersport with Ultegra/105 9-speed components and decent wheels (CXP 33s on Ultegra hubs). I also have an old Club Fuji with Suntour...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-05-06, 02:45 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 568
Posted By Figaro

I agree with all of the above suggestions, in...

I agree with all of the above suggestions, in particular (1) burrs on the valve hole and (2) poor inflation technique. However, the latter is usually a problem when inflating after fixing a puncture...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-27-06, 09:44 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 608
Posted By Figaro

See my thread about the Forster Super Link III

FYI, I started a thread (Beware the Forster Super Link III) in the Road Cycling forum warning about annoying drivetrain noises caused by the Forster Super Link III.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-06, 09:38 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,815
Posted By Figaro

Beware the Forster Super Link III

After several months of trying to locate clicking and clanking in my Campy Centaur drivetrain, I am sure that the sound was due the Forster Super Link III that I used with my Campy C10 chain. (The...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-27-06, 07:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 612
Posted By Figaro

My Polar S120 does.

My Polar S120 does.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-26-06, 07:02 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 612
Posted By Figaro

I have the Polar S120 which now sells for about...

I have the Polar S120 which now sells for about $80. It has a lot of nice features for that kind of money. To tell the truth I am still growing into the features. Click here...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-06, 08:21 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 491
Posted By Figaro

I think I've found the sources of the noise--THE...

I think I've found the sources of the noise--THE CHAIN! Last night I went to the Park Tool site to see if they any insight. They said that a tight link could be a noise problem. This morning, when...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-06, 11:42 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 491
Posted By Figaro

I will check that out, but why doens't it happen...

I will check that out, but why doens't it happen on my Ultegra-equipped bike or my ancient Suntour-equipped bike?

Rich
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-06, 01:39 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 491
Posted By Figaro

Steel

Steel
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-17-06, 07:24 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 491
Posted By Figaro

Need help with Centaur bb--I think

Background: I was getting a light clunking noise and vibration from my Campy Centaur bottom bracket. After tightening everything up in the area, the bb seemed to be the culprit by the process of...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-06, 02:00 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 10,956
Posted By Figaro

I have bought quite a bit from them and never had...

I have bought quite a bit from them and never had a problem. Their delievery is not as fast as Colorado Cyclist or Excel, but it is fast enough. No other catalog that I have seen has the same...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-06, 01:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 879
Posted By Figaro

Glad to hear that. Good start to the new year.

Glad to hear that. Good start to the new year.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-05, 02:45 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,933
Posted By Figaro

I have them both. You will go faster and...

I have them both. You will go faster and smoother with Centaur.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-05, 02:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 879
Posted By Figaro

I had a look at Craig's List for both Oklahoma...

I had a look at Craig's List for both Oklahoma City and Tulsa, and I can see why that's not an option. I tend to think that the price is a bit up there since you will need to get new tires. By the...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-31-05, 01:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,230
Posted By Figaro

You should change your chain at 2,000 miles max. ...

You should change your chain at 2,000 miles max. Some folks I know change it at 1,000 miles. At either frequency, I try to keep the price down. For my 9-speed, I like SRAM P-69. It holds up very...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-25-05, 02:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 497
Posted By Figaro

FYI, I paid $116.99 complete including Velox tape...

FYI, I paid $116.99 complete including Velox tape and shipping for the rebuild of my rear wheel around my Ultegra hub with a CXP33 rim at Colorado Cyclist. What kind of hub did the tacoed wheel have?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-05, 08:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 497
Posted By Figaro

BTW, why not build the new wheel around the old...

BTW, why not build the new wheel around the old hub and save money that way. I had CC do that for me and I'm sure Excel will do that, too. CC overhauled the hub as part of the deal.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-24-05, 08:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 497
Posted By Figaro

Excel is a great company. The people on the...

Excel is a great company. The people on the phone there are very knowlegeable. They talk to you like areal person and never rush you. It's like going to a good LBS. They have always gotten me...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-05, 03:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 565
Posted By Figaro

I'd love to ride there during my training, but...

I'd love to ride there during my training, but I'm in California. I will have a chance to ride the course a few times in the days before the time trial. The info you all gave is very helpful to...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-05, 01:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 565
Posted By Figaro

It's just this kind of crap from The Walrus, that...

It's just this kind of crap from The Walrus, that makes gay people suspicious of heterosexuals. Because we know that at any given moment we might be ridiculed or humiliated. We're sensitive to...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-22-05, 01:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 565
Posted By Figaro

These forums really are worthless. You ask a...

These forums really are worthless. You ask a question and what you get is ridicule. If you don't have an answer, keep your junior-high-level "creativity" to yourself, you homophobic swine.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-21-05, 08:15 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,527
Posted By Figaro

What does "props" mean?

What does "props" mean?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-21-05, 08:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 565
Posted By Figaro

Questions for Montreal Cyclists

Next summer, I plan to compete in the time trial at the OutGames in Montreal. The time trial takes place on the Circuit Gilles-Villeneuve. What is the terrain of the course? What kind of winds...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-18-05, 02:46 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,723
Posted By Figaro

Ha! Ha! You wish! Most recent notable...

Ha! Ha! You wish!

Most recent notable sighting was a banana slug. How many slugs are noticeable while on a bike? This one was about six inches long and bright yellow.

Also on many rides I...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-05, 08:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,892
Posted By Figaro

Did you actually pay money for it? How much? I...

Did you actually pay money for it? How much? I gave mine away to a homeless person about six months ago.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-04-05, 01:06 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 6,920
Posted By Figaro

Always keep in mind, if you live on the coast...

Always keep in mind, if you live on the coast just over the hill from Silicon Valley, you live under that fogbank most of the year--especially in the summer. Brr . . . rarely gets over 80 degrees on...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-01-05, 07:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,782
Posted By Figaro

Polar Wearlink or T31 transmitter?

I need to buy a new Polar HRM transmitter. My HRM came with the T31 transmitter. It is comfortable and cheaper than the Wearlink. However, the Wearlink batteries are replaceable. When the T31...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-05, 06:41 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 8,403
Posted By Figaro

Cover the sore with an adhesive moleskin that's...

Cover the sore with an adhesive moleskin that's considerably larger than the sore when you're riding. Wash the sores with Hibiclense when you shower after the ride. Use a chamois cream on the areas...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-05, 02:41 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,905
Posted By Figaro

My fault, I guess. ...

My fault, I guess. Sorrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrrry!
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-05, 02:39 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,905
Posted By Figaro

You say that because it hasn't happened to you.

You say that because it hasn't happened to you.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-05, 02:36 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,905
Posted By Figaro

What manipulative, sanctimonious crap.

What manipulative, sanctimonious crap.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-20-05, 02:32 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,905
Posted By Figaro

My square-tapered Shimano A550 bb gave me 20,000...

My square-tapered Shimano A550 bb gave me 20,000 miles. It has been retired in excellent condition. Retired on ly because that bike required a new crankset and I had to switch to splined.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-18-05, 06:43 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,905
Posted By Figaro

Very disappointed with Campy Centaur

That's putting it kindly. I like the smooth shifting and great looks of the Centaur gruppo. However, after only about 7,000 miles, the bottom bracket is sounding its death rattle. I'll change it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-18-05, 06:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 476
Posted By Figaro

Well, the pedals are irrelevant. I was able to...

Well, the pedals are irrelevant. I was able to hear the sound when I held the bike and back-pedaled by hand. The sound is coming from the bottom bracket. I guess I'll ride it until the sound...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-18-05, 01:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 476
Posted By Figaro

Clicking somewhere in crank-pedal-bb area

For a couple of weeks I have been getting an irregular, but fairly constant clicking in the crank-pedal-bottom bracket area. Sometimes it's louder than other times and when it's loud I can feel it...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-05, 11:24 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,717
Posted By Figaro

Didn't any of you notice that America's...

Didn't any of you notice that America's blood-doping cyclist-hero was wearing a helmet with a visor and riding a mountain bike while the rest of the racers were on road (or 'cross?) bikes?

I...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-16-05, 02:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 288
Posted By Figaro

Excel Sports Boulder has the Wippermann Connex...

Excel Sports Boulder has the Wippermann Connex for Shimano 10-speed for $9.95. I got a Forster (I think that's the brand) link for Campy 10-speed at a LBS. I think they make one for Shimano also.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-08-05, 10:57 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 5,069
Posted By Figaro

5578 miles so far this year. More miles than I...

5578 miles so far this year. More miles than I put on my car. I'm retired and live in a mild climate.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-06-05, 09:52 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,264
Posted By Figaro

It does not sound like the mechanic is getting it...

It does not sound like the mechanic is getting it dialed in very well either. I have found that learning to do my own adjustments has been the only way to satisfy my own perfectionism. I have a...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-05, 09:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,623
Posted By Figaro

How long have you had your HRM? Could it be that...

How long have you had your HRM? Could it be that you get the high readings from electronic interference?
My MHR is 180, but several times a month I get readings of 198 or 226. That's just not...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-05, 02:08 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,742
Posted By Figaro

Thank you, Ovoleg, for saving that pigeon. You...

Thank you, Ovoleg, for saving that pigeon. You did the good thing and set a great example--even though the jerks seemed to have taken center stage. I volunteer with a wildlife rescue group as a...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-18-05, 12:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 623
Posted By Figaro

I just want to put this thread to bed by letting...

I just want to put this thread to bed by letting you know that it was the "g" springs. Since Lennard Zinn (Zinn and the Art of Roadbike Maintenance) says that overhauling Ergoshifters is a very...
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