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03-22-23, 08:11 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,231
Posted By Vefer

Go to Wally Mart, Buy a set of their cheap...

Go to Wally Mart, Buy a set of their cheap pedals, They come with the adapters so the 9/16 pedal will screw into a 1/2 crank. Throw the plastic pedal away, use the adapter with whatever clipless...
06-13-22, 08:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 351
Posted By Vefer

Brooks sells replacement springs if yours are...

Brooks sells replacement springs if yours are sagged out.
06-01-22, 07:33 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,896
Posted By Vefer

Excellent job!!!!!!! Congrats to you! Real Food...

Excellent job!!!!!!! Congrats to you! Real Food and bikes! perfect combo
01-09-22, 08:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 870
Posted By Vefer

Velomine is a nice place for wheel sets -...

Velomine is a nice place for wheel sets - especially for decent 27" freewheel stuff - I've bought 2-3 sets of wheels from them and have never touched them since i installed them.

Look at these -...
09-21-21, 08:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 6,252
Posted By Vefer

From the Wizard of all things bicycle. ...

From the Wizard of all things bicycle.

https://www.sheldonbrown.com/tandem.html
05-01-21, 06:47 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 876
Posted By Vefer

I'm not in the Weight Wennie club, But those look...

I'm not in the Weight Wennie club, But those look REALLY heavy!
02-16-21, 02:25 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,506
Posted By Vefer

This has to be one of the best starter tandem...

This has to be one of the best starter tandem articles. Go here;

https://www.sheldonbrown.com/tandem.html
02-03-21, 08:59 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,558
Posted By Vefer

I've ridden it 5 times, Every time on vintage. ...

I've ridden it 5 times, Every time on vintage. You'll see every type of bike ever made. High wheelers to the newest carbon. Bring something comfortable. Gears! Iowa is not flat! I've been on 16%...
01-01-21, 07:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,955
Posted By Vefer

Mineral oil on the plastic bushing. NEVER grease,...

Mineral oil on the plastic bushing. NEVER grease, it will gall up the bushing. You DON'T need the $$$ Mavic Special oil. A 1 dollar bottle of mineral oil from the drugstore will last a couple of...
10-24-20, 06:09 PM
Replies: 12
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Views: 1,531
Posted By Vefer

Very Clean! Very nice, well cared for. Somebody...

Very Clean! Very nice, well cared for. Somebody took good care of it! I Have one, same color too. You'll LOVE it. Hopefully we get a couple of warmer days so you can take it out. Sweet ride!
09-19-20, 08:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,499
Posted By Vefer

Maybe look into getting a professional Bike...

Maybe look into getting a professional Bike Fitting! :-)
09-12-20, 02:01 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,417
Posted By Vefer

And the advertised weight is usually a small or...

And the advertised weight is usually a small or medium frame size, No pedals, sometimes No Seat, Certainly no bottle cages, racks, phone mounts. Its REAL easy to add 3-4-5 lbs to a bike in actual...
09-10-20, 07:42 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,470
Posted By Vefer

If she is set on keeping the levers, Please...

If she is set on keeping the levers, Please change out the cables and housings to some new lined housings and die drawn stainless cables, you MUST also change out the brake pads to some new Kool Stop...
07-28-20, 06:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,535
Posted By Vefer

Truth!

Truth!
07-26-20, 07:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,150
Posted By Vefer

If you want Bomb Proof, Velomine has a page of...

If you want Bomb Proof, Velomine has a page of Touring and Heavy Duty wheel sets. Nice folks, speedy fast shipping and delivery times - in the USA, I don't know where you are at.
I'm Not...
07-18-20, 07:47 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,489
Posted By Vefer

That's not a really long ride. But for an easy...

That's not a really long ride. But for an easy picnic or just to prevent bonking. A peanut butter & jelly on whole wheat has all the things you need, carbs,sugar and protein. A banana or raisins...
06-05-20, 08:37 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,370
Posted By Vefer

I bought a plain pine (not pressure treated) 2X4...

I bought a plain pine (not pressure treated) 2X4 at The Home Depot. It has a sticker on it. EVERYTHING gets stickers now, so now the stickers become meaningless.
04-28-20, 07:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 838
Posted By Vefer

I would have guessed that the cork was some...

I would have guessed that the cork was some emergency spare brake pads!
I miss seeing everyone and the bikes, but we'll stay safe for right now so that we can ride again many more times.
I would...
04-06-20, 08:36 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,518
Posted By Vefer

That tire's an antique, junk it!

That tire's an antique, junk it!
02-02-20, 08:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,606
Posted By Vefer

I have an old Schwinn Collegiate with a big ol 9"...

I have an old Schwinn Collegiate with a big ol 9" chrome one! It is for a freewheel, but maybe you could figure out some good hack to make it work. I think the Varsity used them too. There has to be...
09-30-19, 08:27 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 8,887
Posted By Vefer

We vintage folks are a little different. We all...

We vintage folks are a little different. We all like to care care of things, fix things. We are not the use it and throw it out club. We all don't need the newest, but style points and pretty rate...
07-15-19, 09:00 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,824
Posted By Vefer

I'm returning for my 5th time. Every bike...

I'm returning for my 5th time. Every bike imaginable! I've always rode a vintage bike. Just a week long fun time. Especially if you like bikes, people and a rolling party with 20000 of your new best...
07-06-19, 07:44 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 605
Posted By Vefer

20 bucks, I just got my copy a few weeks ago. ...

20 bucks, I just got my copy a few weeks ago.

https://shop.demand.film/title/le-ride-dvd
01-14-19, 08:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,471
Posted By Vefer

I have an '84 400. 27.2 seat post and it's...

I have an '84 400. 27.2 seat post and it's pretty snug. I honed mine. fit's fine.
01-14-19, 08:40 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,241
Posted By Vefer

I have an 84 400 triple. 27.2 seat post is a...

I have an 84 400 triple. 27.2 seat post is a tight fit. I honed mine out, it's still snug but that is how they fit. It's not a highly sought after collectible, But it is a REALLY nice all around...
10-27-18, 06:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,830
Posted By Vefer

Even though I mostly have old Treks, I do LOVE...

Even though I mostly have old Treks, I do LOVE the old French bikes! Especially these with the gorgeous chain guards, chain rings, fenders and lights. VERY COOL thread! Thanks ! :-)
09-03-18, 02:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,098
Posted By Vefer

I have a Dahon, in addition to my full size...

I have a Dahon, in addition to my full size bikes. I like it a LOT especially for crowed city riding. It VERY maneuverable, It balances really well, I can easily ride at really low speeds 2-3-4 mph,...
08-11-18, 05:31 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,809
Posted By Vefer

Maybe???? Certain sun tan lotions and bug...

Maybe???? Certain sun tan lotions and bug repellents have plasticizers in them and they can slowly over time slowly soften plastics, rubbers and spandex materials. might have happened to your lock?
05-11-18, 09:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,598
Posted By Vefer

I’d be in for a fall outing ride! Let’s do it!

I’d be in for a fall outing ride! Let’s do it!
04-17-18, 08:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,548
Posted By Vefer

Um, the Dura Ace shifters only play nice with...

Um, the Dura Ace shifters only play nice with other Dura Ace parts. They are slightly different pull ratios and spacings.
03-13-18, 12:41 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 10,936
Posted By Vefer

I had this problem too! With the KSYRIUM ES...

I had this problem too! With the KSYRIUM ES Salmon Kool Stops fixed it!
I've had this issue with Shimano pads on at least three bikes over the years. No issues after switching to Kool Stop Salmon...
03-02-18, 09:20 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 3,804
Posted By Vefer

Welcome back!! I remember you always had great...

Welcome back!! I remember you always had great photography.
12-15-17, 07:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,781
Posted By Vefer

Glad I could help. I don't why but rubber...

Glad I could help. I don't why but rubber mallets or a dead blow hammer will break free bolts and nuts with less damage than a metal hammer. I learned this 45 years ago from a mechanic that was even...
12-14-17, 09:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,781
Posted By Vefer

With the wrench on the pedal, use a heavy rubber...

With the wrench on the pedal, use a heavy rubber mallet or a dead blow hammer. Don't use a metal hammer. Hit it ONCE in 1 direction, then ONCE in the other direction. Alternate back and forth with...
11-30-17, 08:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 4,303
Posted By Vefer

"You mean you have to take your hands Off the...

"You mean you have to take your hands Off the handlebars to shift?" One of my favorite comments!
09-24-17, 07:54 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 9,614
Posted By Vefer

As much as I would LOVE to be here, My son and...

As much as I would LOVE to be here, My son and daughter in law just bought their 1st house and are moving in that weekend. I think anyone withing driving distance should go to this ride, Great...
07-11-17, 10:14 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,988
Posted By Vefer

I have a few old Treks and 1 newer one and a...

I have a few old Treks and 1 newer one and a Honda VFR 750. The perfect motorcycle.
Forum: Great Lakes
03-01-17, 07:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,862
Posted By Vefer

June 2016. I rode from Elroy to Sparta towing a...

June 2016. I rode from Elroy to Sparta towing a little trailer I made from an old Burley kid transporter. Camped overnight right outside Sparta in WI DNR campsite and road back the next day. No...
02-01-17, 07:20 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 9,158
Posted By Vefer

I use them all the time! The Chrome Velo Orange...

I use them all the time! The Chrome Velo Orange ones on the road bikes and the black nylon Delta ones ones on the mtn bikes. I wear a size 13 and need to space them out 1/4" with plastic spacers on...
01-24-17, 09:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,356
Posted By Vefer

The original pads were also cut square,...

The original pads were also cut square, EVENTUALLY they would wear into the taper of the rim, but you had about 1/2 braking power for the 1st 100-200 miles until they wore in. Those Can Creek Grey...
01-24-17, 07:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,356
Posted By Vefer

I get them from Amazon, They are Cane Creek Grey...

I get them from Amazon, They are Cane Creek Grey Matter. The sides of your steel wheels aren't flat either, I take the new pads to the bench grinder, or a very rough file, you need to taper them top...
01-22-17, 07:55 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,356
Posted By Vefer

Even though I LOVE Kool Stops and have then on...

Even though I LOVE Kool Stops and have then on ALL my bikes EXCEPT the Schwinn collegiate. The calipers only "look" like Dia-comps, but they are a poor copy, the metal is just a little thinner than...
01-03-17, 09:27 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,781
Posted By Vefer

Iab's ride is awesome, great people, nice ride,...

Iab's ride is awesome, great people, nice ride, quiet roads, Awesome tacos at the end of the ride. It's really worth the ride to get there. I've done it 3-4 years and missed other times - work gets...
01-01-17, 08:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,781
Posted By Vefer

I'd show up, depending on the date and my work...

I'd show up, depending on the date and my work schedule. Would we be going South or North from your place?
12-13-16, 10:35 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 6,632
Posted By Vefer

Couple of things. Go after FedEx, get written...

Couple of things. Go after FedEx, get written estimate from the painter. You WILL need to stay on top of Fedex or they will just blow it off. Depending on where you live they may eventually have you...
10-29-16, 06:18 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,701
Posted By Vefer

That's Gorgeous !!! I would pay extra for the...

That's Gorgeous !!! I would pay extra for the coloring on that leather. Absolutely do not re-do it! That's how REAL leather is supposed to look. LOVE the rivets!!
10-03-16, 08:59 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 5,846
Posted By Vefer

Ohhhhhhhhhhhh, I'm working that day - Or I would...

Ohhhhhhhhhhhh, I'm working that day - Or I would be there. Next year??
07-02-16, 09:18 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,228
Posted By Vefer

I'm in! 3rd time. 50+ on Vintage steel, I'll...

I'm in! 3rd time. 50+ on Vintage steel, I'll have the Trek 560 with me this year. Great people, great roads. If you like back roads, small towns and carnivals, you need to be here.
04-25-16, 06:24 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,628
Posted By Vefer

If you want to get serious about the tandem - Sir...

If you want to get serious about the tandem - Sir Sheldon has a wonderful article for newbe riders.

Tandem Bicycles (http://sheldonbrown.com/tandem.html)
04-23-16, 04:05 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,628
Posted By Vefer

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