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Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-20, 07:33 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,994
Posted By dwing

LIte 209 on my Spec Roubaix...Hate the looks but...

LIte 209 on my Spec Roubaix...Hate the looks but love the ride. Regardless of how my hips are rotated while on the hoods or in the drops it plain works. It's weird. I have different saddles on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-20, 01:03 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 23,512
Posted By dwing

And how do you what's in the box is really what's...

And how do you what's in the box is really what's supposed to be in the box if you don't open the box? :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-20, 08:38 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,568
Posted By dwing

CTA stem. ...

CTA stem.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-20, 08:31 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,568
Posted By dwing

Those bars are my '85 Peugeot PH10LE and i think...

Those bars are my '85 Peugeot PH10LE and i think theyre the original stock bars to that model. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-01-20, 04:20 PM
Replies: 7,823
Views: 929,479
Posted By dwing

Time to drag down the standards of this thread,...

Time to drag down the standards of this thread, lol. '85 PH10LE , I got tired of it sitting. I think I got it for nothing or a couple seasons ago... it was a rusty mess , missing the rear brake, ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-20, 01:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,135
Posted By dwing

You probably already considered.. mounting might...

You probably already considered.. mounting might be a challenge depending on the profile channel depth of the CT19 rims. I say this because I just installed a new set of cotton turbo 26s on my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-02-20, 07:30 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 6,840
Posted By dwing

Beautiful! Did you keep the red Maple Leafs?!

Beautiful! Did you keep the red Maple Leafs?!
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
01-21-20, 10:15 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,765
Posted By dwing

I'm using the Snap with a Shimano 600 126 spacing...

I'm using the Snap with a Shimano 600 126 spacing (bike in pic above) no issues whatsoever with securely locking the wheel & sturdiness. It was def a concern when I made the purchase, and the first...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
01-08-20, 02:03 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,765
Posted By dwing

Hi RF, I have the Road Machine 2.0 set up side by...

Hi RF, I have the Road Machine 2.0 set up side by side with the Snap now and no plans to move it on. I prefer the Kinetic fluid trainer for following Zwift training programs because of the "death...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
01-07-20, 10:08 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,765
Posted By dwing

Was using Kinetic Road Machine with Zwift, but,...

Was using Kinetic Road Machine with Zwift, but, just picked up a Snap.
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Forum: Road Cycling
12-18-19, 05:13 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 15,550
Posted By dwing

I don't know if there's a right answer to your...

I don't know if there's a right answer to your question, but, IME my best times on short climbs of 7-10% are produced with cadence 95 & above. This past spring I did a 4 week ftp builder that also...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-12-19, 10:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,066
Posted By dwing

Bb was busted how? So, when u took the chain...

Bb was busted how? So, when u took the chain off/out of the equation the cranks rotated foreward fine but but was ceased when rotating reverse?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-02-19, 10:43 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 8,023
Posted By dwing

Possibly not as aero and or shifting...

Possibly not as aero and or shifting efficiency/gearing.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-19, 03:29 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 29,611
Posted By dwing

Marginal gains is what cycling is all about,...

Marginal gains is what cycling is all about, isn't it? Do it!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-19, 09:29 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 35,503
Posted By dwing

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-14-19, 04:14 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,863
Posted By dwing

Specialized Turbo Cottons 26mm with Latex tubes...

Specialized Turbo Cottons 26mm with Latex tubes is pretty darn smooth. I tried the Vittoria G+ and went right back to the Turbo Cottons. First season I ran latex front only because I'm a heavy...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-27-19, 08:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,686
Posted By dwing

Theres an option to inoclude/exclude zero in my...

Theres an option to inoclude/exclude zero in my android bolt app. I dont normally look at the wahoo history but i checked my last few rides and cadence matches strava. I exclude zero cadence. Geez I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-19, 06:12 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 22,887
Posted By dwing

3rd. Get a nice piece of hardwood to span the...

3rd. Get a nice piece of hardwood to span the studsif you want it to look good.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-19, 02:36 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 7,886
Posted By dwing

3 weeks since 1st post.. I wouldve picked up the...

3 weeks since 1st post.. I wouldve picked up the Roubaix, Diverge, Defy, or any other enduro bike that fit good and been riding that sucker at least 1 hr ever morning before eating to start logging...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
04-09-19, 11:45 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 16,758
Posted By dwing

He admitted he doped, admits to his errors,...

He admitted he doped, admits to his errors, settled his lawsuits, paid restitution, understands the forever hate... So, you want him to not make podcasts on a subject he has great knowledge of. Do...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
04-02-19, 08:04 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 6,703
Posted By dwing

Solid effort. Join a club, hook up with fast...

Solid effort. Join a club, hook up with fast group rides, start entering races. Don't overthink that you're not fast enough to start racing... you'll improve quickly with experience.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-19, 07:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,156
Posted By dwing

[/list] Why move the thread? The OP asked for...

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Why move the thread? The OP asked for flat pedal recommendations... not solutions to the leg & back issues.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-24-19, 07:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,348
Posted By dwing

Cell app, Android or IOS? Maybe try using a...

Cell app, Android or IOS? Maybe try using a different phone and/or OS. My wahoo speed & cadence via blueTooth on my Android was working great until a software upgrade to my cell made the connection...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-19, 09:35 AM
Replies: 120
Views: 43,550
Posted By dwing

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10 bucks well spent.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-19, 11:58 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 14,843
Posted By dwing

Had a neck fusion done springtime 10 years ago. ...

Had a neck fusion done springtime 10 years ago. No denying it was a long slow process of gradual improvements with pain and mobility. Biking has been the greatest rehab. I started riding flatbar...
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-18-19, 10:12 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,698
Posted By dwing

Can try putting them in the freezer after washing...

Can try putting them in the freezer after washing and drying, but, if they're too far "gone" the stink will come back quickly. The longer they can be left in the freezer the better chance of staving...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-07-18, 10:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,630
Posted By dwing

Rim recommendation for Sunshine 5345 Hubs

I picked up a donor bike that has Sunshine 5345 36 hole hubs with 27-1/4 rims. I'd like to give wheel-building a go, and I was thinking these hubs would be a good candidate for lacing to 700 rims. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-06-18, 01:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,250
Posted By dwing

Kinda thought it was a missing D-ring but wasn't...

Kinda thought it was a missing D-ring but wasn't sure. Put an ice pick in the hole and tapped it over to friction. It's 6sp SIS, new 7 speed freewheel, new chain, friction setting now... You guys...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-06-18, 11:50 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,250
Posted By dwing

DT Change SIS to Friction?

Is there a special tool that's used to switch SIS DT shift option between index & friction? I don't want to break anything so I'm wondering what the proper procedure is to turn the "dial/red arrow...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-07-18, 12:49 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,157
Posted By dwing

Allowing the software/app (Tacx, Kinetic, Zwift,...

Allowing the software/app (Tacx, Kinetic, Zwift, etc..) to calculate a virtual power based on trainer-resist/cadence/wheel-RPM isn't going to be as accurate as using an actual power meter that's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-06-18, 10:52 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 4,350
Posted By dwing

Do all the colored chains.. red, blue, etc.. wash...

Do all the colored chains.. red, blue, etc.. wash away using specific cleaning liquids and lubes? It doesnt seem reasonable gold would be any different from mfg standpoint.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-18, 06:58 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 7,703
Posted By dwing

Phle1062 i picked up for free, sr Laprade post? ...

Phle1062 i picked up for free, sr Laprade post? Cant remember the stamping but i know its 24mm. Seems to be all original including highly thought of helicomatic hub.lol.. Huret sachs rival...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-18, 09:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,089
Posted By dwing

Unscrew the lockring first , standard thread,...

Unscrew the lockring first , standard thread, counterclockwise as indicated on the FW. IMHO, install new bearings ..youre only ever going to do this once to fix an issue that soaking in oil hasnt...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-18, 06:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,089
Posted By dwing

Once back together, adjusting the bearing load...

Once back together, adjusting the bearing load was similar to wheel bearings. I think the tool really helps make the adjusting process an easier task. I didn't overly tighten the lock ring when I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-18, 06:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,089
Posted By dwing

New bearings & grease.. ready to put back...

New bearings & grease.. ready to put back together. https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/s09_97590d0da971f672c060aa4cf6407610493257c4.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-18, 06:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,089
Posted By dwing

I was surprised it was still quite dirty inside...

I was surprised it was still quite dirty inside with all the flushing I'd done. I left the pawl springs in place while cleaning because I didn't think it was necessary. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-18, 06:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,089
Posted By dwing

This particular fw had spent significant time...

This particular fw had spent significant time outdoors on a scrap pile in the elements. Rotation was rough, it wobbled, and it made klunking noises when I rode even though I flushed & oiled it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-23-18, 06:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,089
Posted By dwing

New Winner Ultra...

New Winner Ultra 6https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1098x734/s00_a7dcd602aee57dc37a561e2d45b4f01ecc4f4d98.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-22-18, 08:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 4,089
Posted By dwing

I just recently overhauled a NW Freewheel with...

I just recently overhauled a NW Freewheel with new bearings, and I took pics to document ..l'll upload tomorrow. The adjustable bearing load lock design and using the dedicated tool makes it a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-16-18, 02:39 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,936
Posted By dwing

Evaporust is your friend. Buy a gallon, remove...

Evaporust is your friend. Buy a gallon, remove both wheels from bike, remove the tires tubes rim tape, pour Evaporust into small plastic storage bin big enough to stand both rims side by side in the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-12-18, 03:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 975
Posted By dwing

I checked and there was a little bit of lateral...

I checked and there was a little bit of lateral play (side to side), so, I snugged the cups real good on both sides... Now there's hardly a hint of lateral play, but, the radial play stayed the same....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-11-18, 07:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 975
Posted By dwing

Correct me if I'm wrong, but, a new 114 that's...

Correct me if I'm wrong, but, a new 114 that's symetrical won't work. Are the 114 bb's assyemtrical that much to the drive side???
The original spindle length is 114, but, I have it installed offset...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-11-18, 07:04 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 975
Posted By dwing

Need Bottom Bracket Recommendation

The bottom bracket in this Lotus Odyssey has too much play in the spindle, and I'm sure the needle bearings need to be replaced. I'd like to install a modern cartridge type while I attempt to find...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-18-18, 07:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,233
Posted By dwing

I'd be more worried about tetanus lol.

I'd be more worried about tetanus lol.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-14-18, 08:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 994
Posted By dwing

You can make a hanger aligment tool inexpensively...

You can make a hanger aligment tool inexpensively and there are a couple of How To videos on Y'tube. I bought the bolt at a walk-in fastener supplier because the hardware and automotive shops didnt...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-14-18, 08:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 709
Posted By dwing

Ive been tolerating a intermittant click during...

Ive been tolerating a intermittant click during right pedal down stroke for awhile and finally decided to troubleshoot. Sounded like a cable was bumping against the frame, but, i swapped right pedal...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-18, 10:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,522
Posted By dwing

Re: Evaporust;, be careful with paints containing...

Re: Evaporust;, be careful with paints containing oxide pigments. I wrapped ER soaked papertowel around an area on ST that had some blue in the logo scheme and it's no longer blue.Turned it bronze. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-18, 09:52 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,449
Posted By dwing

Thanks guys! The Bullseye reference describes it...

Thanks guys! The Bullseye reference describes it perfectly as "floating", and I that's what I first thought as I was reinstalling. The inside chainring touched the stay as I turned the crank and I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-18, 01:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,449
Posted By dwing

Bike came with all original parts per catalog...

Bike came with all original parts per catalog reference I found. It was in pretty bad shape with lots of rust, but, it's cleaning up nicely overall except the drive side chrome stays are pitted, so,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-18, 01:47 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,449
Posted By dwing

Lotus Bottom Bracket

This BB came out of 1981 Lotus Odyssey I picked up off a scrap pile. There appears to be a center weight held to spindle with 2 set screws, and I was wondering what the idea is behind it? I didn't...
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