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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-09, 10:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 765
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

If I'm not mistaken, you're thinking of the metal...

If I'm not mistaken, you're thinking of the metal ferrule typically on the end of a cable housing (see my pic below). The ferrule that broke off is a plastic ferrule (seen in the 3rd photo, just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-09, 08:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 765
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

How would you suggest I referrule it? The...

How would you suggest I referrule it? The original ferrule (end cap) was just a small cylinder of plastic moulded as part of the plastic housing. I guess its job was to hold the cable housing, but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-09, 09:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 765
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

So you mean the entire shifter housing has to be...

So you mean the entire shifter housing has to be replaced, because the tiny plastic end piece broke off? And do we presume this tiny piece (ferrule) was the only thing holding the cable in place, and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-09, 07:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 765
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Can this shifter be repaired?

The cable came out on my left hand shifter (the friction one), and now it won't stay back in. There's a small black plastic collar where it enters the housing that has broken off, but I can't believe...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-23-09, 09:55 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

My "specifications" are my measurements; height...

My "specifications" are my measurements; height and inseam.



Really? Ok, here's the thing. I have hybrids ranging from 16.5" to 19.5". They all "feel right". And I am probably saying that...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-23-09, 09:11 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

It doesn't need to. The measurement accounts for...

It doesn't need to. The measurement accounts for the relationship between my foot on the ground and my rear on the seat or my hands on the handlebar. If my rear is 35" from the ground on one bike and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-22-09, 05:17 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

I started riding and really enjoying my Giant...

I started riding and really enjoying my Giant Cypress ST today (flying all over the streets of the city), and for some reason, this 19.5" bike felt like a great fit, and I could control it quite...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-09, 11:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,204
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Oh my Christ. I go down this tunnel often at high...

Oh my Christ. I go down this tunnel often at high speed, and I have always had this fear of some sick f---
stringing steel wire across it at neck height! I'd never see it. I can't believe this is...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-21-09, 10:43 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

I think you may have greatly overestimated the...

I think you may have greatly overestimated the value of this suggestion. Also, I did not spend "8-10 hours" here, I do not have "questions", I have but one on the table, its the only one I've been...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-21-09, 10:42 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

I would, if you or someone else would answer my...

I would, if you or someone else would answer my simple question; where I asked you how exactly should I know what is an ideal sized frame for my specifications? Especially, as I said, I don't seem...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-21-09, 06:06 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Look, I am not trying to replicate the position I...

Look, I am not trying to replicate the position I have on any of my bikes, nor am I trying to replicate a BMX bike that I have never ridden. I am only trying to determine if the 16.5" Specialized is...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-21-09, 03:44 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

I don't know what thread you're reading, but not...

I don't know what thread you're reading, but not in this one. Not by a long shot. There isn't even a consensus after 3 pages, whether this frame is too small or just right. Plus, I have questions...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-21-09, 01:18 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

This answer is not very useful. You should...

This answer is not very useful. You should explain why you are saying that.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-21-09, 01:17 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

I took the Crossroads out today for a test spin,...

I took the Crossroads out today for a test spin, with the bars raised to max and the seat raised to standard (6pm, leg slightly bent). First thing I noticed, less pain when the seat was lower. With...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-09, 07:11 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 41,024
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

They came from the new chain (I had removed a few...

They came from the new chain (I had removed a few links because the chain was too long), so they were fully inserted at one point. I don't remember exactly how I put them on the chain, but I did of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-09, 02:24 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 41,024
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

I thought it was understood... the pins are...

I thought it was understood... the pins are already in the links.



I do sometimes break a chain to clean it, if its particularly rusty. But yeah, if you maintain your bike well, you may not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-09, 12:08 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 41,024
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

People threw bottles, tables and chairs at...

People threw bottles, tables and chairs at Shimano reps?? Wow, the bike industry is more exciting than I thought. So would I be better off then just getting a cheap generic chain at Wallymart? These...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-20-09, 11:53 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

I mentioned this in an earlier post. Center to...

I mentioned this in an earlier post. Center to center, from centre of BB to centre of top tube, using a flexible tailor's tape right along the tube, I get 15.25". Since according to Bikepedia they...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-20-09, 11:39 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

You see, Wanderer? Now THIS is "attacking". Helps...

You see, Wanderer? Now THIS is "attacking". Helps to know the difference!

BTW Norwood, have you and Wanderer been drinking the same water, by any chance? :backpedal:
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-20-09, 11:35 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

No. I have read many articles on saddle height,...

No. I have read many articles on saddle height, including what you quoted from Sheldon, and experimented with this many, many times. One method being, leg straight on the pedal with the heel...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-19-09, 08:27 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Huh?? Wherever did you get this idea that I am...

Huh?? Wherever did you get this idea that I am "attacking you" from? I appreciated your positive contributions, so I am at a loss to explain that. I'm also not sure I understand the other part of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-09, 08:03 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 41,024
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Well, I can tell you I am SURE not "amazed" by...

Well, I can tell you I am SURE not "amazed" by his knowledge of chains. In all his rudeness, he was not able to answer not even ONE damn question I asked in this thread. Unlike some othe respondents,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-09, 07:53 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 41,024
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

I don't know where this idea comes from that I...

I don't know where this idea comes from that I used old pins to join my chain. Like I "tried" to explain to "operator", I simply used the regular links on the new chain to rejoin it. Instead of...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-19-09, 05:19 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

No. I have never ridden a BMX in my life. I don't...

No. I have never ridden a BMX in my life. I don't think it requires a special mindset to observe that a smaller bike is more manoeuverable than a larger one (and by "small", I was referring to both...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-19-09, 12:14 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

I'm not sure sort of pic or measurement you're...

I'm not sure sort of pic or measurement you're asking about?



Believe it or not, I actually have read Brown's and Peter White's articles a number of times in the last few weeks, along with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-09, 02:59 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 41,024
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Oh, okay. I see the problem now. You're insane....

Oh, okay. I see the problem now. You're insane. :twitchy: My condolences.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-09, 12:39 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 41,024
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Well I don't know who this "we" is who's behalf...

Well I don't know who this "we" is who's behalf you're speaking on, I presume the voices that tell you to keep posting such nonsense, but yes, YOU should expect this from every stupid and...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-18-09, 05:49 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Found this site, in which you enter your inseam...

Found this site, in which you enter your inseam size and it tells you the size needed for the frame and seat height. So with my inseam at 75cm, it says a mountain bike frame should be 38-40cm, which...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-18-09, 04:21 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 41,024
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Good lord, does somebody pay you to be the...

Good lord, does somebody pay you to be the village idiot around here, or do you just volunteer for the job?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-18-09, 12:06 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 41,024
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Yeah, I used the links that came with the new...

Yeah, I used the links that came with the new chain to rejoin it. I tested it by grinding hard with the pedals to see if the chain would break, and it did not. But I have other problems... I had...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-17-09, 06:09 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

If you notice, I am leaning against a pole. Not...

If you notice, I am leaning against a pole. Not actually riding. I had a friend take the snap, point and shoot, no fancy adjustments. You could even do it alone, with the self timer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-09, 05:53 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 41,024
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

It sounds so easy when you say it.... but no...

It sounds so easy when you say it.... but no seriously, the chain wasn't having none of that. It might have been flexing it in the wrong direction (outward instead of inward) that prevented the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-09, 02:54 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 41,024
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Super. Now let's see if we can figure out why the...

Super. Now let's see if we can figure out why the chain is giving me problems (skipping), after I already figured out how to install it yesterday. Here's some more pix to look at. Note how the plates...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-09, 12:34 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 41,024
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

I tried bending the adjacent links yesterday to...

I tried bending the adjacent links yesterday to no avail, as the pin would not align well with the large hole in the front plate. I have and had read the instructions, but I could not get the front...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-09, 11:54 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 41,024
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Well, I guess I just figured out the problem (I...

Well, I guess I just figured out the problem (I mean besides the problem of this being a REALLY craptastic design). Only because I took the link off in order to photograph it for this thread.......
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-09, 10:02 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 41,024
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

What's the trick to installing this $#@! Shimano Quick Link??

I can't believe the problems I'm having installing a new Shimano UG 7 spd chain. It comes with this non-standard "quick link"; two-piece master link (see pic). It consists of a plate with two pins,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-16-09, 01:59 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

I don't know, I'm wondering that myself! The...

I don't know, I'm wondering that myself! The photo was taken normally, with the photographer standing up, not a worm's eye level or anything. But like I said, the bike (subjectively) looks small in...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-15-09, 11:42 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

15"? That can't be. Perhaps for the measurement...

15"? That can't be. Perhaps for the measurement of a road bike, which is measured center to center (of top tube). But my Giant Cypress DX, which is similar to the Specialized in that they're both...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-14-09, 07:03 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

I hope the following resolves the controversy...

I hope the following resolves the controversy about whether this is "really" a 16.5-17" frame, as I had said I measured.... and whether the wheels are really 700c, or 26 inchers! (I measured about...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-13-09, 09:30 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

I think I have rather short arms and legs for my...

I think I have rather short arms and legs for my size, if anything, but I'm told by one that they are in proportion to my height. I agree the bike does look small, like a tiny clown bike, in the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-13-09, 11:38 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Thanks for the opinions. I had already read the...

Thanks for the opinions. I had already read the section on posture from Brown. I didn't always understand what he was saying; (there's a huge lack of pictures on the site for many subjects, which...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-13-09, 12:06 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 7,910
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

How is my position on this bike?

Trying to figure out whether this bike is properly sized and fitted, or not. I'm about 5'4". The frame is 16.5" - 17" (measured from top of seat tube to middle of BB). The handlebars are flat, not...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-11-09, 11:10 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 60,877
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Since my last list of a few days ago, I now also...

Since my last list of a few days ago, I now also have....

Giant Cypress ST: (The ST stands for "STEEL"). For a bike that weights like a boat, it's not a bad ride, so long as you don't gotta get...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-11-09, 09:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,892
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Value of vintage Velo Sport road bike?

Not sure what this Velo Sport "Routier 10" might be worth today (if anything....). Frame is hi-tensile (bogus "513" decal!), Shimano Tourney brakes, Araya (chrome steel) rims, Shimano Altus LT rear...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-09-09, 07:43 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,797
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Assuming its not a Brooks, it sure does look like...

Assuming its not a Brooks, it sure does look like one. So would there be a difference in the functionality; ie. a reason for someone to get a "real" Brooks, other than the name?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-09, 07:31 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,535
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Thanks for all the info. Yes, I have an upright...

Thanks for all the info. Yes, I have an upright riding position. At the moment, I am just looking to try the saddle and compare it to my cruiser saddle, so I don't know if buying a leather...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-09, 12:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,535
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Basic info on Brooks type saddles?

I just got a bike that came with a saddle that may or may not be a "Brooks", but at least looks like one (see pic). I'm used to a big, comfy gel-filled sprung cruiser saddle, but I'm curious about...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-08-09, 09:55 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,797
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Wow, you're good. Thanks! More info than I could...

Wow, you're good. Thanks! More info than I could have hoped for. I would think though, if the saddle is a leather Brooks, and the wheels are good, the bike as a whole must be worth more than $50...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-08-09, 04:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,797
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

ID/Value CCM vintage road bike (Reynolds ??? frame?)

Hi, I picked up this old CCM bike. It seemed pretty light, and that's when I noticed it had a Reynolds sticker, but not sure which grade, because of the condition of the sticker. Pretty sure "3" is...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-08-09, 09:40 AM
Replies: 314
Views: 60,877
Posted By TheCappucinoKid

Interesting question. Can't remember all the...

Interesting question. Can't remember all the bikes of my life, but as best I can...

* Probably had a trike in my tots

* Might have had one of those with a banana seat and back bars, but don't...
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