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Forum: Commuting
12-16-15, 01:47 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

I agree, I-Like-To-Bike, and I wish you a nice...

I agree, I-Like-To-Bike, and I wish you a nice day too!!
Forum: Commuting
12-16-15, 11:35 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

noglider I did state I would be finished with...

noglider I did state I would be finished with this thread, but I see you've called me back yet again. I've read all your posts to me, including this gem: "Thank you for admitting how badly you drive...
Forum: Commuting
12-16-15, 10:01 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

Just remember the danger to yourself of acting on...

Just remember the danger to yourself of acting on feelings of anger or rage by getting into a fight with a stranger, or anyone really, on the street. You could go to jail and then be sued by the...
Forum: Commuting
12-16-15, 09:53 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

I'm surprised to read this from some people here,...

I'm surprised to read this from some people here, who as a group generally claim great awareness of what's happening around them:

Hearing a horn tapped directly in front of them would not call...
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 05:28 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

I'm not referring to you, and as I have not...

I'm not referring to you, and as I have not crashed into any cyclists or other cars, I am ok with your opinion.
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 05:26 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

Of course, it is preferable for a driver to not...

Of course, it is preferable for a driver to not use the horn when braking. Unless it is abrupt and unexpected braking, as in an emergency.
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 05:10 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

"On a two-lane road, tap your horn, or at night...

"On a two-lane road, tap your horn, or at night blink your headlights to let the other driver know you are passing." Florida Drivers License Handbook 2014, page 38, Section 5.25 - Passing.

It...
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 04:40 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

Patrick that seems like a good idea, but... in my...

Patrick that seems like a good idea, but... in my state hazard flashers are specifically only to be used on parked vehicles, and are illegal when used on moving vehicles.

For example: you're...
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 04:09 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

For the third time, Walter: I said, "It seems my...

For the third time, Walter: I said, "It seems my thoughts about it are not well-received by a few people here, and that's ok.".

And then you said, "...you came to BF to find people that agree...
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 03:30 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

In a good forum, I expect to find people who...

In a good forum, I expect to find people who don't argue or make accusations with my every post, while in doing so prove they didn't actually read it.

Because my post before, which minutes...
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 02:11 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

I'm going to cancel my account here and quit...

I'm going to cancel my account here and quit using this forum, because I don't like it any more.
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 02:00 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

You guys are 100% right. All honking is bad, in...

You guys are 100% right. All honking is bad, in any and every circumstance. I am going to remove the horn from my car right now. I don't know what I was thinking before. I will be angry and...
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 01:44 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

In my state, Florida, the law about using horns...

In my state, Florida, the law about using horns is: "The driver of a motor vehicle shall, when reasonably necessary to ensure safe operation, give audible warning with his or her horn.". I also...
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 12:43 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

Good afternoon noglider. I'm sure I've...

Good afternoon noglider. I'm sure I've specifically stated that I do not make a close pass, but allow the entire lane which is more than the 3 feet required. That when the passing lane is occupied,...
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 11:53 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 6,493
Posted By justadude

Flashing lights are more readily seen. Public...

Flashing lights are more readily seen.
Public safety emergency vehicles use flashing lights.
Aircraft use flashing lights.
When I bicycle, I use flashing lights.
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 11:26 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

Good afternoon noglider. I am a safe driver. I...

Good afternoon noglider. I am a safe driver. I am a safe cyclist. I allow usually the entire lane, which is more than "at least 3 feet" distance, when passing, as required by the law and safe...
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 10:02 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

This has happened to me many times, as someone...

This has happened to me many times, as someone honked to me and I didn't know who it was, but later they told me they saw me out cycling and honked but that I didn't seem to see them. Have a nice...
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 09:59 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

Good morning old's'cool. I'll make it a point to...

Good morning old's'cool. I'll make it a point to not honk at you, if I'm driving and see you cycling. Have a nice day)
Forum: Commuting
12-15-15, 09:54 AM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

Good morning, noglider. I agree with you, when...

Good morning, noglider. I agree with you, when I'm cycling on the road a sudden and unexpected loud sound, like right up behind me, is startling and not pleasant. A quick brief honk from a distance...
Forum: Commuting
12-14-15, 03:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,943
Posted By justadude

thanks for sharing your story, because now I will...

thanks for sharing your story, because now I will use the blinking lights near sunrise / sunset and not only in low-light conditions or night
Forum: Commuting
12-14-15, 03:35 PM
Replies: 1,688
Views: 344,424
Posted By justadude

music cd's, a G-shock watch, an mp3 player, hand...

music cd's, a G-shock watch, an mp3 player, hand tools, a few dollars cash, a 6-pack of Budweiser (aluminum cans) with scratches and dents
Forum: Commuting
12-14-15, 03:11 PM
Replies: 190
Views: 15,961
Posted By justadude

Don't assume the honking is meant to be...

Don't assume the honking is meant to be disrespectful. When I drive, if I honk at cyclists, it's just a friendly "hey there, I'm passing on your left".
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-26-14, 08:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,981
Posted By justadude

my Vitus 979 does not have any form of head badge...

my Vitus 979 does not have any form of head badge or decal there
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-26-14, 08:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,217
Posted By justadude

When the pedals would not thread by hand, I was...

When the pedals would not thread by hand, I was worried about not damaging threads by forcing something the wrong size. But with patience, cleaning, grease, and gentle use of a wrench, it got to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-23-14, 03:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,217
Posted By justadude

2 different, more modern like-new 9/16 pedals I...

2 different, more modern like-new 9/16 pedals I tried using would not thread in. A pedal from a 1974 Robin Hood (Raleigh)bike does thread in by hand. Afterward, the other pedals still would not...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-23-14, 01:22 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 16,854
Posted By justadude

separate trail, but well-lit and near enough to...

separate trail, but well-lit and near enough to traffic so you don't get mugged when using it
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-23-14, 01:17 PM
Replies: 323
Views: 16,854
Posted By justadude

depends on the location and traffic situation

depends on the location and traffic situation
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-23-14, 01:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,217
Posted By justadude

1965 English pedal size and thread?

Can someone specify 1965 English pedal size and thread? Pedaled it too far into a turn. Doh!
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-01-13, 03:45 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,251
Posted By justadude

I see resting heart rate as one sign of whether...

I see resting heart rate as one sign of whether I'm fully rested.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-13, 02:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,879
Posted By justadude

Thanks all for your replies. Problem solved.

Thanks all for your replies. Problem solved.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-13, 11:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,879
Posted By justadude

Sturmey Archer 3-speed slips out of gear in 2nd

Sturmey Archer 3-speed slips out of 2nd gear. Goes from engaged to free spinning while pedaling without cable movement. Seems to work alright in 1st and 3rd. It's 1979 and has not been ridden in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-01-13, 09:26 AM
Replies: 228
Views: 31,265
Posted By justadude

308101 I've been riding this big old Dutch...

308101
I've been riding this big old Dutch Urania the most lately.
It has 28 inch tires, 3-speeds, and drum brakes.
This bike is the largest, heaviest, most C&V I've owned.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-22-13, 12:58 PM
Replies: 2,128
Views: 571,219
Posted By justadude

306109good old steel bike, with some light...

306109good old steel bike, with some light surface rust
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-13, 05:50 AM
Replies: 285
Views: 20,802
Posted By justadude

I see. Cheap plastic wouldn't be right on your...

I see. Cheap plastic wouldn't be right on your sweet carbon ride. If thunder battery stops working, will drivers see your stealthy flat black carbon bike in low-visibility conditions?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-13, 07:27 AM
Replies: 285
Views: 20,802
Posted By justadude

Adding lights is good. But why remove the...

Adding lights is good. But why remove the reflectors?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-13, 07:23 AM
Replies: 285
Views: 20,802
Posted By justadude

I agree with achoo. If anything, enlarge them.

I agree with achoo. If anything, enlarge them.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-18-13, 07:15 AM
Replies: 285
Views: 20,802
Posted By justadude

I'll keep a standard set of reflectors on my bike...

I'll keep a standard set of reflectors on my bike for the extra visibility to drivers and other cyclists. There are drivers and cyclists who, for various reasons, need all the help they can get to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-01-12, 06:48 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,163
Posted By justadude

300's came without the bells and whistles. Sport...

300's came without the bells and whistles. Sport models.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-01-12, 06:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,163
Posted By justadude

mid-80's American made chromoly 12 speed. ...

mid-80's American made chromoly 12 speed. Probably went for 330 new. Look at condition and whether you want it. http://www.vintage-trek.com/images/trek/1987/87Trek15.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-12, 07:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,478
Posted By justadude

The stem would be smaller diameter than DT. My...

The stem would be smaller diameter than DT. My old bike with clamp-on DT shifters also had a small brazed-on shelf on the DT to hold the clamp up while under tension.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-12, 07:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,449
Posted By justadude

Most of the rod system is there on the bike. Two...

Most of the rod system is there on the bike. Two essential parts are missing and one is corroded beyond being functional. According to the vintage Sturmey Archer catalog, the rod system was used...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-12, 06:59 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,899
Posted By justadude

253081 I believe with maintenance and some...

253081
I believe with maintenance and some luck, your C&V may fly around the track.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-12, 06:08 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,449
Posted By justadude

Sturmey Archer AB drum brake hubs

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I'm looking for some replacement parts for a pair of Sturmey Archer AB drum brake hubs. Particularly, I'm looking for the clip to fork. and adjustable pull rods, which were used...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-10-12, 07:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,099
Posted By justadude

I found the French thread pedals were a smaller...

I found the French thread pedals were a smaller diameter. I concluded the crank arm threads were English, but cross-threaded by previous owner. I determined there was no better option, so I forced...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-12, 10:31 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,099
Posted By justadude

Thank you, rhm.

Thank you, rhm.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-12, 09:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,099
Posted By justadude

I'm using Raleigh pedals marked "Made in...

I'm using Raleigh pedals marked "Made in England", and another set of Shimano R-70 pedals. I assume the cranks are English threaded since they're also apparently made in England. I suspect the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-12, 09:08 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,099
Posted By justadude

old crank arms' pedal threads

Old (Williams f7) cottered crank arms pedals thread on for a few turns, and then stop threading. Right, clockwise. Left, counter-clockwise. My questions are: does it need different threaded...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
04-30-12, 10:32 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,585
Posted By justadude

Because you complain of groin and knee pain, I'd...

Because you complain of groin and knee pain, I'd question whether you do have a proper fit, including 1. saddle height and 2.saddle fit and adjustment. I recommend correcting these problems before...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-12, 05:42 PM
Replies: 328
Views: 66,786
Posted By justadude

On my 30 year-old, nearly 30 lbs. steel bike with...

On my 30 year-old, nearly 30 lbs. steel bike with Suntour components, I often pass fellow riders on the newest Cervelo, Pinarello, and Specialized or whatever $,$$$.$$ new carbon fiber model. Even...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-12, 05:23 PM
Replies: 328
Views: 66,786
Posted By justadude

dynodonn, I agree: only ride a bike that fits...

dynodonn, I agree: only ride a bike that fits and if you feel good with what you're riding.
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