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Forum: Touring
01-29-15, 05:14 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 16,388
Posted By rustguard

I typed this the wrong way around the Long Haul...

I typed this the wrong way around the Long Haul Trucker is obviously the longer stays. But no one seemed to be confused and appeared to know what i was talking about.
The KM has 431mm. in my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-14-11, 08:30 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 9,204
Posted By rustguard

I suspect after three years, he has solved the...

I suspect after three years, he has solved the problem and doesn't need and Allen key
:lol:
Forum: Touring
10-28-09, 03:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 570
Posted By rustguard

http://www2.giant-bicycles.com/en-IN/bikes/lifesty...

http://www2.giant-bicycles.com/en-IN/bikes/lifestyle/3250/34824/

you could try this, it may have been what you saw?
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-15-09, 06:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,407
Posted By rustguard

No one would have thought you were saying...

No one would have thought you were saying anything bad. Thats why I made a joke. I too hope no one was offended.
I know the Colombians are well known to be good climbers
Forum: Utility Cycling
06-10-09, 09:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,407
Posted By rustguard

In short, other than the crucifixion NO. ...

In short, other than the crucifixion NO.

sorry I take that back, I guess the Spanish inquisitions weren't really your fault either.

hmmm cant seem to think of anything else
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-09, 07:43 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 7,452
Posted By rustguard

not sure what you mean exactly but many...

not sure what you mean exactly but many chainstays are not symmetrical, some have a miss-shaped section to give clearance to the chainwheels. unless your chainstay is bent like a banana it should...
Forum: Utility Cycling
11-14-08, 09:07 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 29,230
Posted By rustguard

Nice job, I was wondering what you estimate the...

Nice job, I was wondering what you estimate the retail to be if you have got that far into the plan? I might revise the frame joint too. you might increase strength by making the joint on the actual...
Forum: Utility Cycling
11-02-08, 06:46 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,492
Posted By rustguard

just a suggestion, but would it work if you...

just a suggestion, but would it work if you lowered the plywood bottom to where the original bottom was, then you would lower the centre of gravity and you would have room to place some small sides...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-08, 12:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 4,012
Posted By rustguard

ha ha funny I'm selling my centurion elite rs on...

ha ha funny I'm selling my centurion elite rs on ebay right now, half way through the auction, but it is a bit far from you I think. wrong country?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-08, 12:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,366
Posted By rustguard

Thanks again guys. The frame size is 22.5 inch...

Thanks again guys. The frame size is 22.5 inch all the hybrids listed on bikepedia only went to 21.5 all the tourers were made in 22.5 and up to 23.5; my guess is for the American market at least all...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-08, 11:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,366
Posted By rustguard

Thanks a lot for the replies. It seems hard to...

Thanks a lot for the replies. It seems hard to find information on Peugeot's, I thought it may be around the early nineties, If it is a dune they must have come out in a 700c version that was renamed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-08, 07:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,366
Posted By rustguard

new peugeot

Hi all, I just attained this Peugeot for a very good price (free). I have no idea of the age or quality of this frame. The rear stays are 460mm long, wheelbase is about 1070mm. It is equipped with...
Forum: Touring
10-13-08, 12:55 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,253
Posted By rustguard

I once had a road bike that was very unstable to...

I once had a road bike that was very unstable to ride no hands, very wobbly. Anyway I took the wheels off and checked the dish. Sure enough the rear wheel dish was out. Once I reset the dish it was...
Forum: Touring
10-12-08, 11:59 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 351
Posted By rustguard

information on this peugeot tourer

Hi all, I just attained this Peugeot tourer. I have no idea of the age or quality of this frame. The rear stays are 460mm long, it takes 700c wheels the paint is very faded and the stickers are not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-08, 04:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,926
Posted By rustguard

Looks like they updated their description,...

Looks like they updated their description, because it said that they fit 25.4 diameter before. Now it just says standard and os
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-08, 05:46 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 8,926
Posted By rustguard

THE LINK YOU PROVIDED SAYS THE BARS FIT 25.4, i...

THE LINK YOU PROVIDED SAYS THE BARS FIT 25.4, i HAVN'T SEEN road bars smaller than that. Have you measured your bars? how big is the gap?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-08, 05:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,040
Posted By rustguard

totally agree, if you have back problems they can...

totally agree, if you have back problems they can be good but you may find that they make efficient riding difficult, for one you are never at optimum height from the pedals, as it is constantly...
Forum: Commuting
08-06-08, 11:39 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 6,116
Posted By rustguard

One very good reason I might want a carbon...

One very good reason
I might want a carbon fiber or aluminum utility bike, but while some hybrids are made on the 'strong' side of the coin, others are made on the 'light' side of the coin. so other...
Forum: Commuting
08-06-08, 07:58 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 6,116
Posted By rustguard

Ive just realized how to solve this argument-...

Ive just realized how to solve this argument- build 3 bikes out of the 3 materials , but build them all the same weight. Then let the punishment begin.

obviously the carbon fiber would have to be...
Forum: Commuting
08-05-08, 11:53 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 6,116
Posted By rustguard

Last night I watched a show about airplane...

Last night I watched a show about airplane crashes and one had some glue that came unstuck which then stress out some rivets which then gave up the ghost. But seriously I get the whole metal fatigue...
Forum: Commuting
08-05-08, 04:34 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 6,116
Posted By rustguard

Theres nothing on a bike I hate more than steel...

Theres nothing on a bike I hate more than steel rims (except maybe streamers hanging out the end of the bars)
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
08-04-08, 11:08 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,588
Posted By rustguard

exactly, tabloid journalism.

exactly, tabloid journalism.
Forum: Commuting
08-04-08, 10:32 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 6,116
Posted By rustguard

how many elderly people have steel walking...

how many elderly people have steel walking frames********** yeah and what about crutches?? hah aluminum yeah for crutches they went straight from wood to aluminum!!!

whoops hang on I just remembered I...
Forum: Commuting
08-04-08, 07:58 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 6,116
Posted By rustguard

there is no doubt that aluminum is better frame...

there is no doubt that aluminum is better frame material than steel, BUT Carbon fiber outperforms aluminum on all levels! though steel is way better material for frames than Carbon fiber, but fero...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-08, 04:31 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,925
Posted By rustguard

business is business charity is charity, Murphy's...

business is business charity is charity, Murphy's law- you always find a cheaper price after you purchase no matter how hard you look.

perhaps you can lobby to have their business closed down?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-08, 03:20 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,529
Posted By rustguard

I once went to the lbs and asked for a M10 by...

I once went to the lbs and asked for a M10 by I.25 (10 mm diameter thread with a pitch of 1.25mm) metric nut for my rear axle he then argued for 10 minutes telling me I needed a unf nut (unified...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-31-08, 02:04 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 557
Posted By rustguard

Found this

dont know if this is any use but postage was world wide.
...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-30-08, 04:23 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,524
Posted By rustguard

for starters The rudness was from the reporter...

for starters The rudness was from the reporter who attempted to restrain cadel from walking away. Not to mention that there are other reasons high profile people need protection- like sabotage. If...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-28-08, 09:43 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 5,964
Posted By rustguard

speaking of whinning ive just been reading this...

speaking of whinning ive just been reading this thread
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-28-08, 09:31 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,524
Posted By rustguard

man you guys are way too hard on him, lighten up...

man you guys are way too hard on him, lighten up and act your IQ's, at least he talks from his heart instead of putting on a diplomatic press conference. you guys just love sales people.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-28-08, 03:29 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,744
Posted By rustguard

G'day sorry at my age being called 15 isn't an...

G'day sorry at my age being called 15 isn't an insult, but a bit far fetched to be a compliment.

I'm glad to hear you don't have any ill will towards cadel, I cant think of any reason you would...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-27-08, 09:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,943
Posted By rustguard

I have a steel hammer and it hammered nails in...

I have a steel hammer and it hammered nails in good for 6 months then it went 'soft' now it just sponges on the head of the nail.

Should I get a aluminum hammer cause it will be stiffer?
Forum: Touring
07-27-08, 09:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,553
Posted By rustguard

YES!!! my thoughts exactly, thats why the...

YES!!! my thoughts exactly, thats why the stronger downhill rims have a lower psi rating. How many riders know the exact psi just before their rim goes oval?
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-27-08, 10:50 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,744
Posted By rustguard

Did it take you a long time to think up that...

Did it take you a long time to think up that riddle? I know there are some really negative comments about cadel. (I attribute this to pitch discrimination due to his voice) but to say he 'choked' how...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-27-08, 09:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 10,943
Posted By rustguard

bikes are like kids, if you hug them and mother...

bikes are like kids, if you hug them and mother them they grow up all soft!!! you gotta treat em rough harden
em up, take it out in the mud and give it a hiding, dont keep it inside. House bikes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-08, 08:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 811
Posted By rustguard

who would have ever thought?

who would have ever thought?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-25-08, 11:20 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 811
Posted By rustguard

man; your freaking me out dude

man; your freaking me out dude
Forum: Touring
07-25-08, 11:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,553
Posted By rustguard

This is only my preference and I'm not giving...

This is only my preference and I'm not giving this as advice, But I run everything on bitumen maxed out on pressure, the main reason is performance, especially in the corners, for me cornering...
Forum: Touring
07-25-08, 09:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,553
Posted By rustguard

Interesting I looked at the mavic websight,...

Interesting I looked at the mavic websight, interesting you learn something new everyday, but 55 seems very low. I wouldnt worry myself i'd go with the tyre recomendations, they are solid welded rims...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-25-08, 06:13 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 16,014
Posted By rustguard

well forgive me I didnt get the idea that the...

well forgive me I didnt get the idea that the argument through this post was whether clipless were better for a ride around the pond. for myself unless im riding around the park or with gf, I love...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-25-08, 05:49 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 16,014
Posted By rustguard

WOW this thread is amazing, It even beats steel...

WOW this thread is amazing, It even beats steel v's alum!!!
How could anyone question the superiority of clipless shoes?
If you stick on clippless shoes and pedal the same way as you do on your...
Forum: Touring
07-25-08, 05:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,284
Posted By rustguard

I wouldnt put a rack on that has those clamps...

I wouldnt put a rack on that has those clamps that go around your forks anyway
Forum: Touring
07-25-08, 05:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 4,553
Posted By rustguard

I have not heard of rims with a pressure rating,...

I have not heard of rims with a pressure rating, is it the rims or your tyres that are rated? 55 psi is not high at all even the really cheap tyres can go up to 65 psi. If the mavics rims could only...
Forum: Utility Cycling
07-23-08, 04:24 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 13,671
Posted By rustguard

I already unloaded in this shot

I already unloaded in this shot
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-17-08, 11:47 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 11,648
Posted By rustguard

A whole new perspective but still we dont want...

A whole new perspective but still we dont want heros who are not real
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-17-08, 11:07 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 11,648
Posted By rustguard

2 cycling bodies one clean and pure with all...

2 cycling bodies one clean and pure with all riders taking regular blood test from day of registration and one open where no one cares.

then public opinion can decide which one they want to watch....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-12-08, 01:58 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,353
Posted By rustguard

funny i would have said the opposite, for the age...

funny i would have said the opposite, for the age looks like very little wear, unlike timing chains and motorbike sprockets bike chainwheels do not conform to the chain profile as they are made to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-12-08, 12:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,457
Posted By rustguard

was your frame bb damaged? If not did the lbs...

was your frame bb damaged? If not did the lbs test with a dial indicator as to the need for facing, If not why would they know better than bianchi? We all make mistakes but some people should be...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-09-08, 10:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,434
Posted By rustguard

wouldnt it be good to have some fenders on as...

wouldnt it be good to have some fenders on as well in case it rains, just so as to be comfortable all day you know
Forum: Touring
07-09-08, 10:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,165
Posted By rustguard

I thought that stuff only happened in movies!

I thought that stuff only happened in movies!
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