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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-19-18, 03:13 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,240
Posted By jforman

Try this: use plumbers teflon tape around bolt...

Try this: use plumbers teflon tape around bolt and crank connection. I've used it on bottom bracket to keep cartridge in the frame
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-16, 09:00 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,247
Posted By jforman

Does it matter?

Does it matter?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-12-16, 06:50 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 7,166
Posted By jforman

I do not know of this has been referenced yet , ...

I do not know of this has been referenced yet ,

http://www.bikequarterly.com/images/TireDrop.pdf

I weigh 154 lbs. My ride weighs including me 185lbs. I use panoracer record 28mm 700 tires...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-11-16, 02:33 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,158
Posted By jforman

I live in Michigan. Perhaps a trip to the...

I live in Michigan. Perhaps a trip to the hardware store to purchase a double ended screw (stud) such that on side replaces the normal licence holding screw and the other end can support a wing nut....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-02-16, 09:21 AM
Replies: 223
Views: 42,733
Posted By jforman

If you can put up with the New York Sarcasm, Bike...

If you can put up with the New York Sarcasm, Bike Snob NYC has been questioning the "Rags" for years. Of course he questions many of the cycling Gods.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-16, 11:22 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,142
Posted By jforman

Find out what size (1 1/4, or 2 inch ) will fit...

Find out what size (1 1/4, or 2 inch ) will fit your car. Have the hitch installed and look to craig's list for the hitch. I have used both and I find they both work. Relative to bicycles as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-16, 08:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 790
Posted By jforman

I suggest you remove and clean the thumb shifter....

I suggest you remove and clean the thumb shifter. After you put it back together you'll find that you can adjust the friction compression (the compression developed by the screw that holds the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-16, 10:37 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 26,534
Posted By jforman

Shifters | Product Categories | Gevenalle...

Shifters | Product Categories | Gevenalle (http://gevenalle.com/product-category/shifters/)

Check out the videos of these products. No they do not replace DT or brifters but they sure shift...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-31-16, 06:54 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,015
Posted By jforman

you can go to home depot and buy foam that...

you can go to home depot and buy foam that insulates water pipes. you coud use old inner tubes. Just start by securing the wrapping or the foam with tape (electrical) of some time. another thought...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-16, 02:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,302
Posted By jforman

Think of what you have as a wheel theft...

Think of what you have as a wheel theft deterrent. Carry to wrenches as part of your flat tire repair kit. It really doesn't take that much effort to remove your wheels.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-09-16, 10:34 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,991
Posted By jforman

Please google Sheldon Brown Make sure you...

Please google
Sheldon Brown

Make sure you have many hours to read the info contained there.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-30-16, 08:08 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,651
Posted By jforman

you all know, that if you have to depend on a...

you all know, that if you have to depend on a tool (a bicycle) you over buy quality for your intended use. If you plan on driving 200 mph, you better be purchasing a race car. Aside from snob-ism,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-29-16, 08:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,002
Posted By jforman

how much money do you want to spend? Your steel...

how much money do you want to spend? Your steel frame cn be expanded to be able to use a 700c X 8 speed cogset. you also could go to a new wider bottom bracket so that your crankset could become a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-29-16, 07:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,259
Posted By jforman

you could take both bicycles for a ride on a...

you could take both bicycles for a ride on a bumpy road and listen for strange noises, or creaks, clicks etc. a cracked frame can make some strange noises. Do you trust your local bike shop to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-29-16, 07:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 853
Posted By jforman

wider handlebars that flare out in the drop...

wider handlebars that flare out in the drop position?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-29-16, 07:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 6,481
Posted By jforman

my two cents: move your seat back until you can...

my two cents:
move your seat back until you can ride no handed easily. also angle your seat so that your weight is on the back of the seat and you don't slide forward. These changes take much of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-16, 12:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 517
Posted By jforman

Congrads! Consider taking a flat repair kit.

Congrads!
Consider taking a flat repair kit.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-16, 10:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,106
Posted By jforman

Check this out: Nashbar Bullbar Handlebar...

Check this out:

Nashbar Bullbar Handlebar (http://www.nashbar.com/bikes/Product_10053_10052_520493_-1___204718)

Perhaps you can use this as a trail bar to solve break and shifter problems
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-16, 07:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 7,106
Posted By jforman

check out: www.youtube.com/user/2wagondragon...

check out:

www.youtube.com/user/2wagondragon

especially the section under "bike rides". Dave also has a youtube on how he cut down (chop & flop) a standard drop bar to make his present bars.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-16, 08:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 5,358
Posted By jforman

Amazon.com : Shimano FC-2403 50/39/30T Triple...

Amazon.com : Shimano FC-2403 50/39/30T Triple 8-Speed Claris Crankset : Sports & Outdoors...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-19-16, 07:43 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 487
Posted By jforman

Ride both if you can. see which one "sings" to...

Ride both if you can. see which one "sings" to you, fit , comfort, perception of weight, and control. Yes I believe that the Norco has a step up in components,(Tiagra vrs Soro ) but if the bicycles...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-16, 01:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,880
Posted By jforman

You can get pretty much the same performance with...

You can get pretty much the same performance with the Shimano Alfine 8 speed build into you rear wheel and your front chain wheel and no front derailleur or your front double chain wheel and the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-16, 01:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 954
Posted By jforman

Consider the hub where the cogs connect. If it...

Consider the hub where the cogs connect. If it is a freewheel perhaps some oil dropped on the ratchet pawls mechanism will correct the problem. If a cassette. drop some oil inside of the cassette...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-17-16, 06:35 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 835
Posted By jforman

post picture

post picture
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-16, 07:56 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 674
Posted By jforman

Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminum- Fork: SR Suntour XCR...

Frame: ALUXX-Grade Aluminum- Fork: SR Suntour XCR RL- Front Derailleur: SHIMANO Deore FD-M590- Rear Derailleur: SHIMANO Deore RD-M590- Cassette: SHIMANO CSHG50-11-34T- Shifters: SHIMANO Deore SL-M590...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-16, 08:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,014
Posted By jforman

Another thought: Bullhorns or chop and flop...

Another thought: Bullhorns or chop and flop handlebars
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-16, 08:39 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,014
Posted By jforman

Again consider: P clamps sold at hardware stores...

Again consider: P clamps sold at hardware stores or

P-Clamps for Fender Attachment - Racks, Decaleurs, Accessories - Accessories...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-16, 05:20 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,101,967
Posted By jforman

In response to widening your rear steel triangle,...

In response to widening your rear steel triangle, I used a long threaded rod and 4 nuts with 2 washers. probably could have opened up the frame with 2 nuts and 2 washers placed inside the frame so...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-16, 05:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 770
Posted By jforman

I to take Lisinopril, But at 72 what can I expect...

I to take Lisinopril, But at 72 what can I expect as far as performance on a bike. Read " Eat Fat, Get Thin " by Mark Hyman, M.D. I lost 5 lbs a week and I hope to get to a more desirable BMI.(Body...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-16, 05:00 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 12,549
Posted By jforman

Wikipedia has quite an extensive article on...

Wikipedia has quite an extensive article on Schwinn.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-16, 04:51 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,014
Posted By jforman

Let's assume you can get the DB to fit your body...

Let's assume you can get the DB to fit your body satisfactorily. Let's also assume that we are talking about a DB Ascsnt EX (7 speed rear cog as opposed to Ascent which only had 6). I am also...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-16, 02:26 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 8,951
Posted By jforman

I also hesitate to suggest any specific bike. If...

I also hesitate to suggest any specific bike. If you were to go around the 5 mile path at even 10 mph you will of course only used up 1/2 an hour. If you go faster, even less time. Exercise is not...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-11-16, 08:44 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 22,023
Posted By jforman

Jim from Boston, why could you not take the white...

Jim from Boston, why could you not take the white case and sew in inside your yellow vest as an internal pouch?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-11-16, 05:41 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,113
Posted By jforman

No, no. no, the two bikes are different. The...

No, no. no, the two bikes are different. The Cannondale has a 8 speed nexus internal hub while the giant has a seven speed conventional hub. So the Cannondale will require less overall adjustment...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-10-16, 08:17 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,846
Posted By jforman

Sure would be nice to have side view pictures of...

Sure would be nice to have side view pictures of your handlebars.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-16, 09:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,287
Posted By jforman

If you don't feel any bumping or disruption in...

If you don't feel any bumping or disruption in the wheel's rotation even with the brakes applied, it probably will not matter.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-16, 09:08 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,841
Posted By jforman

I think if you like your ike then rideit and...

I think if you like your ike then rideit and enjoy it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-16, 09:06 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,701
Posted By jforman

Here's a possibility: Decide what you want...

Here's a possibility:

Decide what you want this bicycle to do, road, gravel, mountain or whatever. You can do this by going to your local bike shop and seeing what is available. You will have to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-16, 08:16 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,500
Posted By jforman

You might just want a thinner seat (at least in...

You might just want a thinner seat (at least in the front, looking from the top of the seat.) I have a SMP seat and found that it was quite ok. As FrenchFit mentioned you might have to kiss a lot of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-16, 09:23 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,734
Posted By jforman

I assume that the rear derailleur has the high...

I assume that the rear derailleur has the high and low limit screws adjusted so as to allow the movement over the entire cassette. I suggest you attempt to activate the rear derailleur by hand to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-16, 01:25 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 17,481
Posted By jforman

garter belts? Hey I use clip on suspenders to...

garter belts? Hey I use clip on suspenders to hold up my shorts
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-16, 01:19 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 11,166
Posted By jforman

Bicycle Times | Bicycle Times Subscription...

Bicycle Times | Bicycle Times Subscription (http://www.magazineline.com/bicycle-times?affiliateid=LJZ-3K575&gclid=CM2HvdjLucwCFQmQaQodoaAAOg)

Bicycle Times seems to have another interest rather...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-16, 12:23 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,709
Posted By jforman

Thru axles are some protection against wheel...

Thru axles are some protection against wheel thievery when you just lock the frame to a post.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-16, 02:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 17,995
Posted By jforman

Sure, tray types are better, especially when you...

Sure, tray types are better, especially when you consider that carbon frames which were not designed to hang like grape clusters.

Roof racks work well, if you do not drive into the garage and can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-16, 07:21 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 12,248
Posted By jforman

+1 on feedback recreational stand. While the...

+1 on feedback recreational stand. While the legs that form the tripod are not as stable as an expensive stand, I have been able to build up a bike from the frame and parts with it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-16, 07:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,412
Posted By jforman

Perhaps Mixie Mixie Bike- Mini Fixed Gear...

Perhaps Mixie

Mixie Bike- Mini Fixed Gear Bikes & Accessories (http://us.mixiebike.com/)

They do have single speed bicycles.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-16, 09:22 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,559
Posted By jforman

When you decide to start a new activity, often...

When you decide to start a new activity, often times you're at a loss as to what exactly you want to do with the activity. Because there are many choices in cycling, I suggest you visit with as many...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-16, 02:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 4,479
Posted By jforman

I had a similar problem with a plastic retainer...

I had a similar problem with a plastic retainer for a Shimano bottom bracket cartridge. Plumbers teflon tape with no grease saved the day.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-16, 10:05 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 14,530
Posted By jforman

Check out Velo Orange: VO Retro Bell Mount -...

Check out Velo Orange:

VO Retro Bell Mount - Bells - Accessories (http://store.velo-orange.com/index.php/accessories/bells/vo-retro-bell-mount.html)

They also bells and you may have to modify...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-10-16, 06:40 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 12,054
Posted By jforman

I own the Spurcycle bell. Funny thing, I noticed...

I own the Spurcycle bell. Funny thing, I noticed that older people did not react to it. Then I got a cold, and actually lost my high frequency hearing range. I would ring the bell and I could not...
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