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03-02-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,717
Posted By jlaw

Assuming I understand your issue - here's what I...

Assuming I understand your issue - here's what I suggest for tire sizes 45mm and above.

When trying to seat a new tire...

1. Remove the valve core, install the Shraeder adaptor, and air up the...
03-02-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,717
Posted By jlaw

$129... and it gives you an excuse to also...

$129...

and it gives you an excuse to also buy a nail gun.

...
03-02-24, 04:11 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,717
Posted By jlaw

Absolutely - ear muffs, eye protection, and I...

Absolutely - ear muffs, eye protection, and I turn down the output on the compressor to 50 psi.

I find that the tires will do their initial pop at about 30 psi so that they seat and temporarily...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-11-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,683
Posted By jlaw

Does the Roubaix have the 'Future Shock'? I have...

Does the Roubaix have the 'Future Shock'? I have the Future Shock 1.5 on my 2022 Diverge. It really does provide a more plush ride than a standard headset. It is proprietary, but after riding it for...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,683
Posted By jlaw

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This bike with the slammed stem?

I respectfully suggest that you...
12-28-23, 10:45 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,566
Posted By jlaw

Maybe one of these options from Velo Orange? But...

Maybe one of these options from Velo Orange? But not for carbon steerer tubes and make sure that installation is per spec.

https://velo-orange.com/collections/threadless-stems/products/cigne-stem...
12-18-23, 05:03 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,956
Posted By jlaw

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Lee Extreme Motion cargo shorts (stretchy and comfy - and room for wallet, phone,...
12-18-23, 04:30 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,956
Posted By jlaw

Nice rig! I was thinking of something similar at...

Nice rig! I was thinking of something similar at some point in the future, but my trailer would be connected to an electric bike!
Forum: Road Cycling
12-12-23, 05:54 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,083
Posted By jlaw

I take my bike into Lowes and Home Depot - no...

I take my bike into Lowes and Home Depot - no issues. I mean come on, where I live people bring their dogs in these places all the time and nobody says boo. I even saw a short dog fight one day in...
12-12-23, 05:00 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,110
Posted By jlaw

That must have been very difficult. Hope you're...

That must have been very difficult. Hope you're getting better and best wishes for 2024. :speedy:
12-12-23, 04:41 PM
Replies: 176
Views: 10,653
Posted By jlaw

Cool bike. Keep the fork.

Cool bike.

Keep the fork.
11-25-23, 07:39 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,110
Posted By jlaw

Had an enjoyable year. I don't really have an...

Had an enjoyable year. I don't really have an annual mileage goal, but if I ride when I feel like it I usually get close to 2000 miles in. Currently at 1887 miles and 80846 feet ascending - if you...
11-03-23, 06:52 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,031
Posted By jlaw

I don't own a bike computer, but I do have a...

I don't own a bike computer, but I do have a Garmin Varia. The Varia has a free phone app. that works well and is simple. The nice thing about using the app - with a mirror - is that as long as you...
10-31-23, 07:16 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,031
Posted By jlaw

I have 3 of the Ortlieb Ultralight mirrors. It's...

I have 3 of the Ortlieb Ultralight mirrors. It's convex, but is a good size and it mostly stays put.in bumpy conditions. Photo.

$30 -...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-23, 06:41 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,499
Posted By jlaw

Indexed shifting certainly is useful, but...

Indexed shifting certainly is useful, but friction-shifting can be pretty handy for certain situations. I put an ENE Ciclo ratchet-friction bar end on my new gravel bike that is tied to an 11 speed...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-30-23, 03:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,499
Posted By jlaw

dirtydozen JohnDThompson makes a good point...

dirtydozen

JohnDThompson makes a good point about friction shifting the front being very effective when the chainrings lack pins/ramps. Maybe your dad already has experience with friction...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-29-23, 01:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,499
Posted By jlaw

If your dad wants climbing gears on a 'new' bike...

If your dad wants climbing gears on a 'new' bike then he may want to consider a bike spec'd with a 46/30 2x crank (Shimano GRX) and a 11-36 cassette - many reasonably-priced bikes like this. BUT,...
10-13-23, 04:03 PM
Replies: 3,547
Views: 436,221
Posted By jlaw

He's 14 years old and a little concerned about...

He's 14 years old and a little concerned about the new Covid variant.

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10-13-23, 02:55 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 999
Posted By jlaw

I WANT THAT SHIFTER! ...

I WANT THAT SHIFTER!

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09-08-23, 12:23 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 6,828
Posted By jlaw

Hello - always good to hear opinions and...

Hello - always good to hear opinions and experiences from an actual owner. I think the 'look' of the Haul ST with the 4 waste basket panniers is AMAZING (and expensive once you buy the required...
09-07-23, 07:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,534
Posted By jlaw

Here's an article from 2014 about Bill Lewis'...

Here's an article from 2014 about Bill Lewis' retirement from his business - Adirondack Bicycles in Scotia, NY. It states that he made custom frames as part of the business.

This is probably the...
08-26-23, 03:41 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 696
Posted By jlaw

Sorry to hear that. Maybe this thing is...

Sorry to hear that.

Maybe this thing is worth a try:
https://www.renehersecycles.com/shop/equipment/tools/kool-stop-tire-bead-jack/

$15
...
08-25-23, 05:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 696
Posted By jlaw

Yes, great bike. Thanks. There are a few...

Yes, great bike. Thanks.

There are a few recent pictures here:
https://www.bikeforums.net/22969683-post2543.html
08-25-23, 05:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 696
Posted By jlaw

The internet taught me the following: 1)...

The internet taught me the following:

1) push as much of the bead onto the rim as possible by hand

2) Starting 180* from the bead that is not yet installed, push the bead into the center (well)...
08-24-23, 06:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 696
Posted By jlaw

Doh! I Knew That Sooner or Later...

I'd get a rear flat on this bike....the one where I wrestled a 130mm hub into a 125mm frame space...the one with forward-facing dropouts so that the rear tire has to be flat in order for the wheel to...
08-12-23, 05:15 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 867
Posted By jlaw

[QUOTE=ahaga09;22977666]m/QUOTE] Many good...

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Many good suggestions here so I don't really have anything to add...other than to say I think it's great that you are getting your kid onto a bike early in life.
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08-12-23, 04:16 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 4,035
Posted By jlaw

Maybe those other things - but MARIO CIPPOLINI...

Maybe those other things - but MARIO CIPPOLINI WILL NEVER GO AWAY!!!


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08-01-23, 06:22 PM
Replies: 2,610
Views: 667,440
Posted By jlaw

Thanks! That RD was on a 2006 Spec. carbon...

Thanks!

That RD was on a 2006 Spec. carbon race bike - the kind of bike I would buy before I knew that there were other types of bikes in the world that would fit me and my purposes better....
07-31-23, 01:58 PM
Replies: 2,610
Views: 667,440
Posted By jlaw

I've shown this 1979 Trek 710 previously (650b...

I've shown this 1979 Trek 710 previously (650b conversion) - but I made a few changes:

* Added the Swift Industries (tall) rando bag
* Replaced the RD with a Shimano Ultegra 6600 (medium cage)
*...
07-26-23, 06:11 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,543
Posted By jlaw

Cool! Enjoy your new bike and don't let the...

Cool!

Enjoy your new bike and don't let the internet tell you you're somehow wrong for having fun on an ebike!

No apologies, no explanations, no justifications needed - ever.
07-14-23, 12:07 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,183
Posted By jlaw

I recently purchased these LEG sleeves - qood...

I recently purchased these LEG sleeves - qood quality fabric and elastic at the top - with knee length summer shorts they will cover thigh to ankle while riding - BUT these only come in one size -...
07-14-23, 11:49 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,183
Posted By jlaw

Beister Arm Sleeves - good elastic at top and...

Beister Arm Sleeves - good elastic at top and several sizes available - bought 2 pairs last summer and they have held up to frequent wearing and about 20 wash cycles - ignore the dopey 'BIKE'...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-07-23, 03:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 343
Posted By jlaw

I have the '22 Diverge Sport Carbon - heavily...

I have the '22 Diverge Sport Carbon - heavily modified from its original configuration.

Here's what I changed - for your consideration:

Wheels - Mason x Hunt 650b Adventure Sport - much lighter...
07-07-23, 08:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 373
Posted By jlaw

One possibility - the ST 5510 is a vintage (2006...

One possibility - the ST 5510 is a vintage (2006 or so?) STI shifter that is 3x9 and it is compatible with the 6600 Ultrgra - so will probably work with the 7700 you have. The shifter cable is side...
06-21-23, 02:39 PM
Replies: 86
Views: 5,489
Posted By jlaw

Here's the last guy who rode a bike with a...

Here's the last guy who rode a bike with a cracked carbon fork.

Don't be him.....
...
06-21-23, 11:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,159
Posted By jlaw

Specialized Align II - MIPS and it comes in...

Specialized Align II - MIPS and it comes in multiple color combos and sizes - currently $41 at the Spec. website. I have the XL in hi viz yellow. Even when wearing a thin SPF liner I don't overheat....
06-08-23, 07:11 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,639
Posted By jlaw

In eastern upstate NY we've had AQI readings in...

In eastern upstate NY we've had AQI readings in 150 to 200 range for a few days - I could clearly see the haze in the air between our house and other homes about 200 yards away. Central NY was over...
05-02-23, 06:33 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 14,898
Posted By jlaw

Ortlieb Ultralight Bike Mirror - convex -5" tall...

Ortlieb Ultralight Bike Mirror - convex -5" tall by 2" wide at top (narrower at bottom) - 58 grams - $25 to $30 depending upon vendor - available at the following vendor and elsewhere:
...
04-17-23, 06:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 339
Posted By jlaw

If the brakes stop the bike effectively and don't...

If the brakes stop the bike effectively and don't scream - as cantis sometimes do - I'd call it good.

If you'd like to write a masters thesis on canti brake geometry, function, and set-up, then...
04-17-23, 06:27 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 635
Posted By jlaw

If the OP wants a silver HPlus Son rims and Miche...

If the OP wants a silver HPlus Son rims and Miche hub wheelset - choice of freehub - butted spokes - here it is for $359. Just under 2000 grams if that's you're thing.

...
04-17-23, 05:56 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 439
Posted By jlaw

So true!! I read a review of 2022 air vs. 2023...

So true!! I read a review of 2022 air vs. 2023 air on the Bicycling website. Turns out that 2023 air is waaayyy faster!
04-05-23, 09:52 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 7,518
Posted By jlaw

WOW! That is Naaaasty! He should have waxed...

WOW! That is Naaaasty!

He should have waxed that chain!
:)
03-17-23, 10:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,307
Posted By jlaw

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I've used the RTPs intermittently on my Spec. AWOL for 3 seasons - maybe 2000...
03-17-23, 08:57 AM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 313,121
Posted By jlaw

Mason Hunt 650b Adventure Sport wheels and...

Mason Hunt 650b Adventure Sport wheels and Continental Race King Protection tires (27.5 x 2.2) - mounted tubeless.

I'm ready for that spring gravel!! (Although being 'mud season' around here some...
03-14-23, 05:22 PM
Replies: 152
Views: 6,148
Posted By jlaw

58 mph - Cole Hill Road, Berne, NY - drafting in...

58 mph - Cole Hill Road, Berne, NY - drafting in a group - started to catch the guy in front of me so I pulled out to pass and didn't look back.

The interesting part was on the nice long, flat...
03-01-23, 05:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,995
Posted By jlaw

Impressive! But I bought a whole carbon bike...

Impressive!

But I bought a whole carbon bike and I don't think I got ANY faster! :lol:
03-01-23, 05:37 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,995
Posted By jlaw

And, OP get yourself a nice pair of these Levi's...

And, OP get yourself a nice pair of these Levi's high tops for $40 to go with your fancy flat pedals! (I actually use these and they do provide nice ankle support and pedal feel without sensing the...
02-27-23, 05:34 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,995
Posted By jlaw

If you get 'pedal-shamed' on a group ride then...

If you get 'pedal-shamed' on a group ride then you may be fraternizing with the wrong group!

And, if you are going to ride flats on a carbon bike - something I wholeheartedly agree with - get some...
02-19-23, 06:55 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,739
Posted By jlaw

Lee Extreme Motion Cargo Shorts - various...

Lee Extreme Motion Cargo Shorts - various patterns and colors to be found at your retailer-of-choice - around $30 to 35 now, less at the end of the season.

The material AND the waist band are...
02-18-23, 10:58 AM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 313,121
Posted By jlaw

The Shiftmate could be placed in-line prior to...

The Shiftmate could be placed in-line prior to the frame entry port at a break-point on the housing. This model of Shiftmate is meant to be installed in a straight run of housing. Other models have...
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