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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-18-23, 10:52 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,390
Posted By Delmarva

Or just store them and buy higher rated tires.

Or just store them and buy higher rated tires.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-23, 11:33 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 311
Posted By Delmarva

And check your local thrift stores. Every once...

And check your local thrift stores. Every once in a while a well equipped road bike shows at the Salvation Army. The Shop Goodwill site auctions bikes for local pickup. Finding a bike in your...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-13-23, 09:41 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,593
Posted By Delmarva

Text deleted...responded to old post in error.

Text deleted...responded to old post in error.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-06-23, 11:22 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,021
Posted By Delmarva

Excellent advice. Buy the seller before buying...

Excellent advice. Buy the seller before buying the part.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-06-23, 10:56 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 633
Posted By Delmarva

If the unidentified Shimano did the job why not...

If the unidentified Shimano did the job why not get another one?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-06-23, 06:33 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,593
Posted By Delmarva

Welcome to the FCR club! Should be a fine bike...

Welcome to the FCR club! Should be a fine bike with lots of miles to go.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-08-22, 12:37 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,016
Posted By Delmarva

Because you will pay a lot more over the long...

Because you will pay a lot more over the long term. The lease payment includes both early years depreciation plus financing. At lease end you will sign up for another lease and begin repaying...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-15-22, 01:03 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 8,466
Posted By Delmarva

It sounds like he knows something about bikes. ...

It sounds like he knows something about bikes. So just take him shopping at a bike store and let him pick. And get a good lock that can be secured to a rack.

My son changed careers and went back...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-22, 11:29 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 789
Posted By Delmarva

If you can avoid storing the bike inside that...

If you can avoid storing the bike inside that will get you more storage and possibly let you look at a smaller SUV. A rear-mount rack could accommodate 2 bikes and leave you room for bike gear,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-28-21, 09:58 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,691
Posted By Delmarva

Prepay should have locked in a price if they...

Prepay should have locked in a price if they would have taken it. Bikes have been in short supply for months so I'm not surprised at price increases. And yes raw material prices are going up. Are...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-26-21, 02:47 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,691
Posted By Delmarva

Did you prepay the order?

Did you prepay the order?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-18-21, 04:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,593
Posted By Delmarva

Schwalbe Marathon Plus is another puncture...

Schwalbe Marathon Plus is another puncture resistant tire that gets good reviews. Have fun.riding.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-15-21, 04:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,313
Posted By Delmarva

And you might consider a separate single speed...

And you might consider a separate single speed bike. That way you will keep the more flexible bike.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-15-21, 04:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,593
Posted By Delmarva

Hi. First off the pedals had to go. I went with...

Hi. First off the pedals had to go. I went with MKS Grip King platforms partly because I ride with hiking sandals quite a bit. Any good platform would have been an improvement. The stock Kenda...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-14-21, 12:55 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,593
Posted By Delmarva

I'm sure you will enjoy that Giant FCR-2. That...

I'm sure you will enjoy that Giant FCR-2. That seems like a fair price for a bike that has been well cared for. I've owned a 2009 Giant FCR-3 since new. With a couple of mods it does well on light...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-06-19, 02:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,099
Posted By Delmarva

Is the rear brake dragging? Is the tire rubbing?

Is the rear brake dragging? Is the tire rubbing?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-28-19, 11:53 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,001
Posted By Delmarva

The money spent switching from an 8x3 to 10x2...

The money spent switching from an 8x3 to 10x2 would be better used on a new bike with all the right specs.

edit: Rick53 is apparently looking at Giant and Trek bikes in other threads. May have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-19, 04:47 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,430
Posted By Delmarva

Shimano Altus will be running years from now.

Shimano Altus will be running years from now.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-27-19, 03:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,001
Posted By Delmarva

I don't see how changing from an 8x3 to a 10x2...

I don't see how changing from an 8x3 to a 10x2 with those gearing combinations will improve your riding situation much at all. Are you getting front derailleur scrape from cross chaining 48-32? I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-19, 10:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,160
Posted By Delmarva

It should be narrower but a proper alignment and...

It should be narrower but a proper alignment and adjustment should permit all combinations to be accessed. I cannot imagine an Ultegra or any other model was designed for chain/cage contact other...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-13-19, 10:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,103
Posted By Delmarva

I see the Escape is already deleted from CL. You...

I see the Escape is already deleted from CL. You may want to shop around local bike shops for a new 2018 Escape 3. There may be some deals at of below $300.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-13-19, 10:30 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 7,674
Posted By Delmarva

Is a 21" frame the right size for you? The...

Is a 21" frame the right size for you?
The front tire is showing some sidewall wear or separation. May need replacing.
The Trek 720 was made for 8 years and was quite popular. Good choice as a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-12-19, 10:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,787
Posted By Delmarva

MKS Grip Kings have worked well for several years.

MKS Grip Kings have worked well for several years.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-19, 12:21 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,218
Posted By Delmarva

If it's a collectible bike that you want to keep...

If it's a collectible bike that you want to keep original then the solution would seem to be storing it inside.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-27-19, 12:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,877
Posted By Delmarva

Typical riding for someone else should not have a...

Typical riding for someone else should not have a bearing on what she would want to do. Only way to find out what she likes and is capable of is to work up on the distance. Try paved paths as well...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-19, 11:43 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,206
Posted By Delmarva

Glazing on the pads and rotor can cause brake...

Glazing on the pads and rotor can cause brake noise.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-11-18, 11:15 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 8,820
Posted By Delmarva

My two Giant bicycles went through the warranty...

My two Giant bicycles went through the warranty period with no problems. To date the only repairs have been related to normal wear. I think your chances of a quality related problem are low. That...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-24-18, 09:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,546
Posted By Delmarva

Congratulations on that Cannondale! Yes, one can...

Congratulations on that Cannondale! Yes, one can spend a reasonable sum and get a fine bike as you have shown. My ride is a Giant FCR3 which was the "entry level" model of the FCR series.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-16-18, 02:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,912
Posted By Delmarva

Then the composite must not be cheap but made for...

Then the composite must not be cheap but made for it's intended purpose. As stated.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-16-18, 01:51 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,816
Posted By Delmarva

A 35 size should be fine for those conditions. ...

A 35 size should be fine for those conditions. If you hit a rough patch just lift off the seat a bit.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-16-18, 01:43 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,912
Posted By Delmarva

I hope the parts are not made of cheap plastic...

I hope the parts are not made of cheap plastic because you will have problems in short order. Would not want you to be chasing a water bottle rolling down the path or have a rivet pull out of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-18, 05:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,724
Posted By Delmarva

Most used things can be made useable. The point...

Most used things can be made useable. The point here is you paid a premium for items that should be old stock from a dealer in like new condition You did not get that.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-09-18, 12:47 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,724
Posted By Delmarva

Pitted and rusty is not new old stock. If they...

Pitted and rusty is not new old stock. If they were priced that way then a partial refund is called for if you want to keep them.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-03-18, 12:42 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,300
Posted By Delmarva

Welcome back to biking! Gearing, brakes, wheels,...

Welcome back to biking! Gearing, brakes, wheels, etc., are all fairly similar regardless of the brand bike. The Sheldon Brown website has a topic by topic explanation of bike systems. Fairly...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-03-18, 10:59 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,300
Posted By Delmarva

Are you hoping to do home bike repairs? Or...

Are you hoping to do home bike repairs? Or understand how the gearing and brake systems work? Or get some ideas for enhancing the bike?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-03-18, 10:45 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 34,195
Posted By Delmarva

Riders that notice those bars would think they...

Riders that notice those bars would think they were a good idea that gave improved riding comfort.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-06-17, 02:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,280
Posted By Delmarva

What a neat gift. I think your bike comes with...

What a neat gift. I think your bike comes with 21 speeds which should cover most situations. To get a little more speed and reduced pedalling effort go to a thinner road style tire with minimal...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-06-17, 02:30 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 21,545
Posted By Delmarva

Is the size right for you? As a bikesdirect...

Is the size right for you?
As a bikesdirect product it may have been assembled at home so check the work.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-06-17, 02:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,280
Posted By Delmarva

Additionally if you want to reduce pedalling...

Additionally if you want to reduce pedalling effort look for a tire with smoother or no tread. Most hybrid tires have a fair amount of tread that is not needed for road and light trail riding.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-30-17, 07:28 PM
Replies: 793
Views: 95,593
Posted By Delmarva

Dogfish Head Raison D'Etre

Dogfish Head Raison D'Etre
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-22-17, 10:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 6,014
Posted By Delmarva

I suspect Fuji bike models are very popular among...

I suspect Fuji bike models are very popular among the many people who have bought them over the years. That they don't make the top 10 lists is no big deal because there are plenty of other bikes...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-21-17, 10:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,219
Posted By Delmarva

Would you post a picture of the bike please. I...

Would you post a picture of the bike please. I want to be sure nothing structural would be weakened by removing the racks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-17, 10:47 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 7,561
Posted By Delmarva

Unless you have a bicycle chain cleaning business...

Unless you have a bicycle chain cleaning business with hundreds of mail-in orders I don't see the value in such a device.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-19-17, 11:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 3,386
Posted By Delmarva

Your bike probably has Giant Multi Surface tires...

Your bike probably has Giant Multi Surface tires which are designed to be comfortable on road and trail riding. You may want to switch to a 35mm or 32mm tire with a smoother tread surface. A...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-17, 09:01 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,588
Posted By Delmarva

The earlier thread was informative. Shimano's...

The earlier thread was informative. Shimano's concern seems to be with increased torque resulting from going to lower gearing. The opposite of what you want to do.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-08-17, 08:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,603
Posted By Delmarva

Google has several possibilities. ...

Google has several possibilities.

https://www.google.com/?gws_rd=ssl#q=used+bicycles+new+york+city
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-25-17, 03:14 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,348
Posted By Delmarva

+1 Especially the hydraulic brakes. A fine...

+1 Especially the hydraulic brakes.
A fine bike with rim brakes and standard fork should be available for under budget.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-21-17, 04:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 8,286
Posted By Delmarva

I'll play heretic and suggest that you not spend...

I'll play heretic and suggest that you not spend much money changing the suspension on a bike that is new to you. Just ride it as is. Get used to the bike while improving your riding strength.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-21-17, 04:06 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 15,740
Posted By Delmarva

Teva Terra FI 3 sandals, shorts and a colored t...

Teva Terra FI 3 sandals, shorts and a colored t shirt.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-20-17, 07:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,543
Posted By Delmarva

I find Shimano trigger shifters to be easy to...

I find Shimano trigger shifters to be easy to use. Changing from twist grip to trigger will take a bit of relearning but it should go pretty quickly. One benefit of going to triggers is that you...
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