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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-14-24, 03:34 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 9,041
Posted By duffer1960

Only half seriously because these happened around...

Only half seriously because these happened around a half century ago when I was a kid
-Several skinned knees and elbows wiping out on sand on tight corners, as we raced around the light poles in the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-06-23, 09:16 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,998
Posted By duffer1960

I bought a Brooks B17 around 10 years ago from a...

I bought a Brooks B17 around 10 years ago from a seller in Montana or North Dakota or somewhere. Price was lower than the usual or expected suppliers (large east-coast dealer, for example.) I had...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-25-23, 02:49 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,342
Posted By duffer1960

We had a medium-size parking lot with two light...

We had a medium-size parking lot with two light poles that made focal points of an oval, and we raced around them like stock cars on a little dirt track. I learned that cornering hard on an unclean...
Forum: Utility Cycling
09-18-23, 08:51 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,025
Posted By duffer1960

Jeans or casual pants w/ plenty of crotch space

I'd like to wear jeans while out riding my bike, because I'm often heading somewhere (e.g., a meeting with a service professional like a dr. or dentist, a sports event, the grocery store, etc.) where...
Forum: Commuting
09-17-23, 07:00 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 3,673
Posted By duffer1960

I'd like to wear jeans while out riding my bike,...

I'd like to wear jeans while out riding my bike, because I'm often heading somewhere (e.g., a meeting with a service professional like a dr. or dentist, a sports event, the grocery store, etc.) where...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-23, 04:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 604
Posted By duffer1960

I was gifted a new Varsity on my birthday in...

I was gifted a new Varsity on my birthday in 1973. I think they were $90 or $100 at the time.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-20-23, 01:26 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,109
Posted By duffer1960

For me, it's batteries and motors and computers...

For me, it's batteries and motors and computers and the relatively complicated drivetrain that I can't maintain myself. Batteries that will certainly have to be replaced at some point no matter how...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-23, 03:37 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,493
Posted By duffer1960

Seen from Craigslist junk peddlers: Huffy or...

Seen from Craigslist junk peddlers: Huffy or Murray or something "Physiofit" model. The difference from their normal crap was upright handlebars that looked to be uncomfortably wide.



Single...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-23, 01:36 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 474
Posted By duffer1960

Bike Across America 1965

Ran across this. Guy telling the story of himself & his buddy biking across America in 1965. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bKmDV-abqvo

Video description: This documentary chronicles two young...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-08-23, 12:23 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,154
Posted By duffer1960

Although this isn't weight, a very important...

Although this isn't weight, a very important factor is the fit of the bike. Relative position of pedals, saddle, handlebars. Two bikes can fit you with vast differences in these parameters. An...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-23, 08:35 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 880
Posted By duffer1960

Shipping was free and prompt, arrived here (90...

Shipping was free and prompt, arrived here (90 miles away only) in a few days via USPS. Was in OEM display wrapping that was a little shopworn. The leather surface has some small flaws but nothing of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-15-23, 04:56 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 880
Posted By duffer1960

Currently available from "Unbroken Chain Cycles"...

Currently available from "Unbroken Chain Cycles" in Madison, Wisconsin. I ordered one & it came promptly. Haven't put it on a bike yet. Agree with those who say it looks like rock-hard, thick...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-22, 05:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,422
Posted By duffer1960

26"/Mountain wheels. Frame is heavy hi-ten w/...

26"/Mountain wheels. Frame is heavy hi-ten w/ 120 spacing. I force it apart to 126 so I can have 6 speeds... much improved vs 5 speeds. Single chainring, so 6 is all I get.

Wow! Quick note to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-01-22, 02:48 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,422
Posted By duffer1960

Freehub for 120 or 126 spacing?

Long shot, I know. Any modern freehubs made that fit or can be adapted for 120/126 spacing? I know there was a brief period when Shimano's top group (?) had this, but these were never common & are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-22, 09:54 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,122
Posted By duffer1960

Forgive if this classic Sheldon Brown spoof was...

Forgive if this classic Sheldon Brown spoof was already mentioned - https://www.sheldonbrown.com/chainclean.html
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-14-22, 02:41 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,601
Posted By duffer1960

If you like the bike, no need to replace it. I...

If you like the bike, no need to replace it. I vote for spending a little money on tools & parts to fix the brakes yourself. What shouldn't take long at home becomes a costly ordeal if you have to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-22, 12:24 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 2,287
Posted By duffer1960

As pointed out in Post #45, should use absolute...

As pointed out in Post #45, should use absolute pressure in the formula. So, at sea level, start with 114.7 psi. If the end of ride pressure (absolute) is 5 psi greater, that would be 119.7 psi. The...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-22, 05:50 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,213
Posted By duffer1960

I counted as two, one each for the headlight and...

I counted as two, one each for the headlight and the taillight. Headlight is a ~2009 Cygolite Rover II LED, has a 4x 4/3A NiMH battery pack. Still on the original pack and I've made a backup pack...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-21, 07:28 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,350
Posted By duffer1960

May have been a health condition, unless the bike...

May have been a health condition, unless the bike tells another story... From a news article:

"Eaton was found unconscious on Long Rifle Road near his home in Summit County Friday evening...
Forum: Commuting
03-21-21, 11:10 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,817
Posted By duffer1960

Old thread, but topic is spot-on and timeless. ...

Old thread, but topic is spot-on and timeless.

I have to traverse a skewed crossing (not as acute as this - the telephoto makes this look less acute than it is) and can't always go perpendicular...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-21, 05:31 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,737
Posted By duffer1960

Running into the back of parked cars. Not once,...

Running into the back of parked cars. Not once, but twice. Many years ago when I was a kid. Both times on a Schwinn with the ultra-strong bladed forks and ultra-stiff welded frames, no damage to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-06-21, 05:06 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,966
Posted By duffer1960

I have quit drinking altogether. One episode I...

I have quit drinking altogether. One episode I recall was biking the 7 or so miles home, part of it on a wide arterial street that was fortunately mostly deserted. The thoughts that went through my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-05-21, 03:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 683
Posted By duffer1960

Thanks. Yes, sounds right.

Thanks. Yes, sounds right.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-05-21, 01:47 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 683
Posted By duffer1960

Not sure what you mean by that. I put one bead...

Not sure what you mean by that. I put one bead fully on.. that's easy... get the valve stem through.. completely deflate the tube while.. getting the other bead on. It's the last few inches that take...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-04-21, 04:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 683
Posted By duffer1960

Dangit. Tore thread(s) in the casing.

Was putting on my Suomi/Nokian W106 studded tires. Heard at least one of the threads in the casing snap when I was stretching the bead over the rim. Dang it. Is there a fool-proof method of putting...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-14-20, 08:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,914
Posted By duffer1960

Had a Varsity & rode it daily delivering...

Had a Varsity & rode it daily delivering newspapers, as well as on longer recreational rides. They work well if you keep your cables well adjusted. For the time you want a maximum g stop, you want...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-08-20, 03:58 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,465
Posted By duffer1960

'Safety Bicycle', around 1880. Mass production...

'Safety Bicycle', around 1880. Mass production of precision lightweight chains may have been the limiting factor prior (just a guess). https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Safety_bicycle
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-07-20, 04:43 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,025
Posted By duffer1960

I see you are getting a new bike, but if you...

I see you are getting a new bike, but if you eventually repair this one... I agree with the others... get a new wheel with a freehub.
I think I found the same video. One thing I didn't mention...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-03-20, 05:31 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 5,025
Posted By duffer1960

Can a freehub axle go in the same place as a...

Can a freehub axle go in the same place as a freewheel axle? The long unsupported axle on the freewheel side is prone to breakage. Freehubs solve that problem.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-19-20, 07:07 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,349
Posted By duffer1960

They replied that they've updated the 'Universal...

They replied that they've updated the 'Universal Mount', (Handlebar Mount, not the Universal Mount) so I hope it's addressed the issues you cite. And, that my order is 'being prepared for shipment',...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-17-20, 03:05 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,349
Posted By duffer1960

I've been unable to use it so far. Ordered a bar...

I've been unable to use it so far. Ordered a bar mount and a 'universal mount' (that attaches to a GoPro mount, which I don't own but since it's the popular one, I want to be able to use). Have...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-30-20, 03:12 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,349
Posted By duffer1960

Still haven't used my new Drift Ghost X. Bought...

Still haven't used my new Drift Ghost X. Bought the cam but it didn't come with a handlebar mount. I'd have ordered one, but to save $$ shipping I'd like to also order a 'Universal Mount' that...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-01-20, 03:58 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,349
Posted By duffer1960

Drift Ghost X. It's out of the box & I'm trying...

Drift Ghost X. It's out of the box & I'm trying to figure it out. Has a clip for mounting into dedicated fixtures. Includes two dedicated fixtures with double-back adhesive. One is flat, one is...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-31-20, 11:33 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 18,431
Posted By duffer1960

Year 10 or 11 for my Cygolite Rover II LED...

Year 10 or 11 for my Cygolite Rover II LED headlight. Rated 265 lumens. 4.8 volt ( 4 x 4/3A cells ) NiMH. Fresh charge run time on high is still about 2 hrs. Good enough for my needs. I mainly use...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-27-20, 04:19 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,349
Posted By duffer1960

Yes, and it's still in the box. Been busy.

Yes, and it's still in the box. Been busy.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-18-20, 03:49 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,349
Posted By duffer1960

Saw the same driver a 3rd time. This time he...

Saw the same driver a 3rd time. This time he changed lanes to pass me. Odd, though, that he went back to the right lane for a block only to switch to the left lane again to make his left turn.
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-09-20, 01:26 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,349
Posted By duffer1960

Thanks. If the Drift cam doesn't work for me,...

Thanks. If the Drift cam doesn't work for me, will take a closer look at the Cycliq
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-20, 03:02 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 7,746
Posted By duffer1960

Agree; that's my concern. Many drivers can't see...

Agree; that's my concern. Many drivers can't see or aren't watching. You need all the help you can get. Bright color, yes; gray no.
Forum: Commuting
04-28-20, 04:35 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 32,176
Posted By duffer1960

I ordered a cam two days ago. Have wanted one...

I ordered a cam two days ago. Have wanted one for a long time, but was finally prompted to do it by close passes and harassment from the same vehicle and driver on two different days.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-26-20, 08:38 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,349
Posted By duffer1960

Ordered. Got a $15 discount when I put it in my...

Ordered. Got a $15 discount when I put it in my cart. Thanks for the recommendation. I've wanted an automobile dash cam too. Will try to use it double-duty. Didn't notice any optional extras for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-20, 08:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 665
Posted By duffer1960

It was a freewheel with a bad pawl. Finally...

It was a freewheel with a bad pawl. Finally figured it out when it began slipping.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-25-20, 07:58 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,349
Posted By duffer1960

Oh, definitely want a front view too. Was hoping...

Oh, definitely want a front view too. Was hoping for a small, inexpensive, but high-quality gadget that mounted on a helmet or something and captured both a front and rear view.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-25-20, 07:38 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,349
Posted By duffer1960

The rear camera I was thinking, in case the guy...

The rear camera I was thinking, in case the guy actually plows into me. Wanted something to show what hit me. On the other hand, the vehicle is a new pickup truck & he probably doesn't want to mess...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-25-20, 07:02 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,349
Posted By duffer1960

I don't know. $200, say, if it's good enough to...

I don't know. $200, say, if it's good enough to rate that price.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-25-20, 06:51 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 16,349
Posted By duffer1960

Recommend a front & rear camera

After being harassed by the same driver (honk, very close passes, "you belong on the sidewalk!") on two different days on an otherwise empty and wide road, I'm thinking I need front & rear cameras. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-20, 02:13 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,219
Posted By duffer1960

1bike1world. A man and his kitty cat touring the...

1bike1world. A man and his kitty cat touring the world. Recently, eastern Europe.

https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC1oHb5i_2GsyefbSPjW-SMQ
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-09-20, 06:58 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,107
Posted By duffer1960

Yep. I live close enough now to bike from home. ...

Yep. I live close enough now to bike from home. When I lived farther, I did the freeway leg by car & parked in the carpool/bus park-n-ride lot. Biked the city miles on a safe route, not the same...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-02-20, 05:53 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,743
Posted By duffer1960

If you take the chainrings apart (not necessary)...

If you take the chainrings apart (not necessary) or otherwise have trouble with one or more of the bolts that tie the chainrings together... I bought a bags of bolts and sleeves that worked when I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-20, 08:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,743
Posted By duffer1960

They are durable, they're extremely solid and...

They are durable, they're extremely solid and nice handling to ride. The heavy steel rims and overall weight are a minus, but they're still worthwhile in my opinion.

As far as history & nostalgia,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-20, 07:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 8,743
Posted By duffer1960

Schwinn 'Electroforged' frame. Centerpull...

Schwinn 'Electroforged' frame. Centerpull brakes, aluminum stem and bars: = Continental, a higher-trim version of the Varsity.

This bike is easy to service, requiring about as few special tools...
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