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Forum: Commuting
02-07-11, 08:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,058
Posted By woodenidol

What Bike you riding now Joey?

What Bike you riding now Joey?
Forum: Commuting
02-07-11, 08:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 621
Posted By woodenidol

I did last year, 22 miles each way. I only did it...

I did last year, 22 miles each way. I only did it twice a week though. I just got mentally burned out if I did it more than that.
Forum: Commuting
08-09-10, 08:03 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,855
Posted By woodenidol

I would take verticle drop outs on my cross check...

I would take verticle drop outs on my cross check gladly. No reason for Horizontal unless you are using it for a fixed application in my opinion. Mine still slip sometimes, letting the wheel get out...
Forum: Commuting
08-09-10, 07:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,249
Posted By woodenidol

Speed is really irrelevant. Its effort, so that...

Speed is really irrelevant. Its effort, so that part doesnt matter what you are training or commuting on during your ride.

If your goal is a century, then your commute is just fine. Add in some...
Forum: Commuting
08-08-10, 10:32 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 12,580
Posted By woodenidol

My present commute is 22 miles. Takes me about 1...

My present commute is 22 miles. Takes me about 1 hour 25 minutes.

I have both pump and co2 cartridges.

I have a superflash on the back, which I use in the dark, or cloudy days. I ride a...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
08-07-10, 09:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 542
Posted By woodenidol

Portland, Or. Best route from 82nd/Sandy Blvd to Hwy 6

Me and my brother in law are riding to the coast. He has done the ride a couple times but never found a route from the eastside to the west side he particularly likes.

Any suggestions?
Forum: Commuting
07-06-10, 06:43 PM
Replies: 15,695
Views: 12,383,387
Posted By woodenidol

158616

158616
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-05-10, 12:33 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,514
Posted By woodenidol

2 years ago I had just finished 6 months of chemo...

2 years ago I had just finished 6 months of chemo for colon cancer. Could barely ride ride 3 miles, which upon completion I slept for 2 hours. A year later I had just completed 3 months of chemo,...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-10, 11:23 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,039
Posted By woodenidol

When I was young, I was the weird guy with the...

When I was young, I was the weird guy with the big old pie plate on the rear cluster. The brunt of many jokes until the hills, when I was the one laughing. Now Im old and slow and love my 11-28. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-10, 11:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,787
Posted By woodenidol

I love my egg beaters. Im mostly a commuter and...

I love my egg beaters. Im mostly a commuter and they are great with mountain bike shoes. I never notice the smaller contact point with my shoes, though the are very stiff. I cant imagine changing to...
Forum: Commuting
06-26-10, 09:08 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 3,583
Posted By woodenidol

I agree with the rack folk. I switched about a...

I agree with the rack folk. I switched about a month ago after riding with messenger bag for two years. I will never go back. I would vote for rack, the $8 bungee cargo net thing from performance or...
Forum: Commuting
06-09-10, 08:37 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,874
Posted By woodenidol

Well, I have full fenders and mud flaps. I still...

Well, I have full fenders and mud flaps. I still get crap on the bike. Im not sure how someone can ride 44 miles a day in the rain and not get that.

I think I was just disgruntled after a another...
Forum: Commuting
06-09-10, 03:43 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,874
Posted By woodenidol

Anyone saying to heck with fenders?

I live in the rainy Northwest, where it sadly is still raining. After another flat today, so much for my indistructable Hardcases. I was having to monkey around with the fender to get my brakes...
Forum: Commuting
04-28-10, 07:57 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 558
Posted By woodenidol

Congrats, enjoy the ride home.

Congrats, enjoy the ride home.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-10, 10:27 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,761
Posted By woodenidol

Most similarly priced bikes offer the same basic...

Most similarly priced bikes offer the same basic performance. I dont know if any of the NC Performance bike stores are near Youngsville, but I find them to have good bikes for good prices. Alot of...
Forum: Commuting
04-27-10, 10:08 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,856
Posted By woodenidol

Change things up if you can. I have the luxury of...

Change things up if you can. I have the luxury of having several commutes to choose from with the train/bike combo. Currently Im just riding two days of the week commuting for a total of 88 commute...
Forum: Commuting
04-27-10, 09:57 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,341
Posted By woodenidol

Main problem with a racing bike as I see it is...

Main problem with a racing bike as I see it is sometimes tough to fender them, which in a rainy climate, is a bummer. I know I have tried my single speed, my flat bar road bike and now my drop bar...
Forum: Commuting
04-27-10, 09:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 637
Posted By woodenidol

Good luck, you will do fine. My wife did her...

Good luck, you will do fine. My wife did her first commute today, about six miles on a similar bike and bike path route. It went well for her and she hasnt been riding hardly at all. If you find you...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-10, 08:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 897
Posted By woodenidol

I would read this thread. ...

I would read this thread.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php?638950-The-Importance-of-Saddle-Setback&highlight=importance
Forum: Road Cycling
04-27-10, 07:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 897
Posted By woodenidol

Seat does look a bit high, but as to seat set...

Seat does look a bit high, but as to seat set back, isnt that debable after the Saddle set back thread?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-26-10, 06:30 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 34,992
Posted By woodenidol

Just wanted to say this is a great thread, that...

Just wanted to say this is a great thread, that has hopefully gotten me back on track on my bike fit. I got back into riding a couple years ago, and have been working on my bike fit. My commute has...
Forum: Commuting
04-25-10, 07:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,365
Posted By woodenidol

I would get something more relaxed. Cross bike...

I would get something more relaxed. Cross bike would be a nice choice. Vintage bikes might strike your fancy, but if you want modern shifters, I think its better to just buy a low end road bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-10, 05:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 914
Posted By woodenidol

If the Trek looks good Im going to give it a try....

If the Trek looks good Im going to give it a try. Im definetly looking for a relaxed geometry, not a racing bike. Besides the new red from Soma is a moroon kind of color and Im looking more for fire...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-10, 07:25 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,998
Posted By woodenidol

Peformance house brand Forte has Micro Shift for...

Peformance house brand Forte has Micro Shift for $189 for the ten speed, $139 for the 9 speed. I have about 600 miles on the shifters (10 speed) and they seem to work pefectly. They have a small...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-23-10, 10:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 914
Posted By woodenidol

Trek 1986 400 elance VS Soma Smoothie ES

How do these frames stack up? 531 for the Trek, Tange Prestige heat-treated butted CrMo steel front triangle; butted CrMo rear end for the Smoothie.

Im not really versed in this stuff, nor does it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-10, 02:59 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 521
Posted By woodenidol

What 1980's bikes match this sport geometry.

I loved my Trek 400's Sport geometry.

Basically square, pretty relaxed ride. Which bikes were similar or the same in this time period.

56cm bike

Seat tube 56cm
Head tube 56cm
Chainstay ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-10, 06:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,118
Posted By woodenidol

Thanks IjustE. Maybe I can find someone to...

Thanks IjustE.

Maybe I can find someone to take the whole thing for close to that.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-10, 09:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,237
Posted By woodenidol

Thanks, I was wondering how the Mistral stuff...

Thanks, I was wondering how the Mistral stuff was. I was thinking I might switch out with my 105 stuff from the Tempo. I know I would like the cranks if I could make the change, and I like the 105...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-10, 07:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 11,237
Posted By woodenidol

Rough Value of Trek 660?

I know it varies by area, but what would you guys think a rough value of a 1985, Trek 660 that is original and in decent shape?

I dont have a picture of it yet, but Im looking for something to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-10, 03:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,118
Posted By woodenidol

145622145621 Best I could get

145622145621

Best I could get
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-10, 01:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,118
Posted By woodenidol

Ya, Im discouraged and thinking of just cutting...

Ya, Im discouraged and thinking of just cutting my losses and ride my commuter for everything. Nice modern bike with nice drivetrain.

You are right about the market here for bikes. I have my eye...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-10, 11:34 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,118
Posted By woodenidol

Lugged. Just talked to builder. He...

Lugged.


Just talked to builder. He advised its not worth the trouble. He also cautioned me about the Trek I was looking at and now Im gunshy. He wasnt trying to sell me anything, so now I have...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-10-10, 10:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,118
Posted By woodenidol

Tempo is toast I think, bike search begins.

As my excitement grew as the Tempo was starting to come together, I made a discouraging discovery. It looks like the bottom bracket is cracked on both sides where the seat tube enters. I had thought...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-10, 10:00 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,277
Posted By woodenidol

Scared, have I caught it?

Ok, so I wanted a steel frame to ride, nostalgia is my main reason. I have no real attachment to history that is not attached to me, yes Im shallow. I had my dads 1987 Schwinn Tempo that is a bit big...
Forum: Commuting
04-07-10, 08:26 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,236
Posted By woodenidol

I feel fast and slow days. Oddly my times dont...

I feel fast and slow days. Oddly my times dont differ much, though I dont know why, as sometimes I look down at the cycle computer and think, are you kidding me, Im only going that fast!?

Its not...
Forum: Commuting
04-07-10, 08:21 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,267
Posted By woodenidol

If I have an "inkling" I may have to go, I linger...

If I have an "inkling" I may have to go, I linger too, though I dont have much lingering time, as I leave pretty soon after getting up. For me the key is not eating before I leave. I just drink a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-10, 05:56 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,906
Posted By woodenidol

145130 Hub, not sure what view gives you...

145130

Hub, not sure what view gives you enough info to determine how good the hub maybe.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-10, 05:43 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,906
Posted By woodenidol

I found it rather humorous myself. I had an...

I found it rather humorous myself. I had an inkling something was wrong as I was out working today, and stopped by the local bike co-op. Lots of old axles to be had. also priced a new wheel set for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-10, 04:57 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,906
Posted By woodenidol

145121145120145119 6speed ...

145121145120145119

6speed 7speed axle



Ok, sorry my information was not cleary presented earlier (or likely now).

1987 Schwinn...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-10, 12:06 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,906
Posted By woodenidol

I think I will take some pictures. If had the...

I think I will take some pictures. If had the spacing you had, I would jump for joy. Space I had from the 6 speed is less than you show on your new 7 speed picture. Which is making me wonder if the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-10, 09:10 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,906
Posted By woodenidol

Dont worry, no offense taken I assure you. I...

Dont worry, no offense taken I assure you. I think my initial problem was I thought it would just go on and need no tinkering, when it didnt, I became flumoxed. lol.

Think I will pick up some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-10, 09:03 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,906
Posted By woodenidol

Im not sure the situation is hard, so much as I...

Im not sure the situation is hard, so much as I evidently lack the experience in doing this to just charge ahead. smile.

There is only one spacer on each side of the hub, and it does not appear...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-10, 08:40 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,906
Posted By woodenidol

Maybe I will try this first. its definatly...

Maybe I will try this first. its definatly rubbing, more than that actually, with the chain on that cog, its actually not able to be peddaled at all, as the frame binds the against the chain.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-10, 10:58 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,906
Posted By woodenidol

Well, I will have to find out. Chain wrap is...

Well, I will have to find out. Chain wrap is listed as 27 teeth, max rear cog 28. It is a short cage, and is the RD pictured. One more thing to discover after I get the wheel set up.

Just looked...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-10, 10:54 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,906
Posted By woodenidol

Think its going to need a couple mm's to get...

Think its going to need a couple mm's to get clearance., Im concerned the axle is too short now. Frame naturally is spread loose, so Im wondering if a longer axle and 2mm of spacing on each side is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-10, 10:39 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,906
Posted By woodenidol

Definatly rubbing. I will check by how much...

Definatly rubbing. I will check by how much though, as what you suggest may be all it needs.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-10, 10:37 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,906
Posted By woodenidol

26, but the short cage is listed as having a 28...

26, but the short cage is listed as having a 28 tooth minimum per Velobase, unless Im reading it wrong.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-10, 10:23 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,906
Posted By woodenidol

Per VeloBase.com this is my RD....

Per VeloBase.com this is my RD. ..................Shimano RD-1050, 105

It appears to handle a 28 tooth rear cog, the wrap is one shy of what I will have, but others have said that is not really...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-10, 10:16 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,906
Posted By woodenidol

Hmmm, well I need to check the brakes, I knew it...

Hmmm, well I need to check the brakes, I knew it may be an issue, and seems that is a cheap enough fix if I have to get some new ones. I will have to read up on redishing the wheel, as I understand...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-05-10, 09:32 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,906
Posted By woodenidol

Hmmmm, the frame doesnt seem like it will need...

Hmmmm, the frame doesnt seem like it will need spread, as its a bit loose as is. Im wondering if my axle is too short now though. there isnt much room for a washer on it. Not sure how much axle...
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