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Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-16-22, 07:32 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,407
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Thanks for the heads up on the Continental Grand...

Thanks for the heads up on the Continental Grand Prix Urban. I was unaware of that tire and it did not come up in a search for best hybrid bike tires. The specs. looked pretty good compared to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-04-22, 09:00 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,407
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Trek FX2 Tire Widths?

I just blew a 1-1/2" tear in my rear Bontrager stock tire and innertube this weekend. I had to carry it a few miles back to the car. So, I am going to have to be replacing, and I will do both at...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-13-20, 08:11 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,044
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

I have now a week or so ago tried wrapping from...

I have now a week or so ago tried wrapping from the bar ends in. While I find this method a bit more complicated, I find that I much prefer riding on a bike wrapped from the bars in. On my Peugeot...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-06-20, 09:17 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,450
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

I just put some Corsas on my bike, the first time...

I just put some Corsas on my bike, the first time I have installed foldable tires. I found these difficult to install compared to old school tires in the past. I installed these two ways. the first...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-20, 10:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,262
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

I got the Newbaum's Rim Tape today. It measures...

I got the Newbaum's Rim Tape today. It measures .668", and my rim width measures (where the tape sits) .695"-.705". On the next tire job, I would get no less than the 17mm and would see if 18mm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-20, 07:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,262
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Newbaum's ...

Newbaum's
https://www.performancebike.com/newbaums-rim-tape-17mm-37720/p472091?gclid=Cj0KCQjwhb36BRCfARIsAKcXh6GndpDSzJwGGLhUjX6D6avLnfaLHp99rjZahVrLK5--UJ27LUWif2AaAg7YEALw_wcB

Danny
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-20, 06:28 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,262
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

I was wanting Velox, because I like their cloth...

I was wanting Velox, because I like their cloth bar tape. I did not have a lot of time when getting this tape. I came upon Newbaum's first in the correct size, so I ran with it. What is an example...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-31-20, 05:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 10,851
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Performance Bicycle is selling the Ultegra for...

Performance Bicycle is selling the Ultegra for $199.99 and the 105s are $149.99. I don't know if they are the best prices. They are what I found quickly and should show the price differential.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-20, 04:43 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,580
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

I don't have a lot of time on it yet, but so far,...

I don't have a lot of time on it yet, but so far, I like it a lot. I do not so far feel that the aluminum fork is a ride quality detriment. It certainly feels worlds better than my aluminum FX2. How...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-31-20, 03:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,262
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Thanks, I got a lot of good help. I had to...

Thanks,
I got a lot of good help. I had to order on Saturday or Sunday (I can't remember which day). On that day, I could not access the forums to see the help, so I had to go it alone. I put some...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-31-20, 05:18 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,262
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Not on my rims. My rims are curved between the...

Not on my rims. My rims are curved between the inner walls and a point to point measurement would not be accurate.

Danny
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-20, 05:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 10,851
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Maybe I just need to "pump". Danny

Maybe I just need to "pump".

Danny
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-20, 11:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 10,851
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Shimano 105 Pedals vs. Ultegra

I already have the Shimano 105 PD-R7000. I swapped them to my new to me used '93 Specialized Allez Comp. Now I need a new set of pedals for my Trek Emonda. Is there much difference between the 105...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-20, 11:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,433
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

I had rim brakes for many years, then stopped...

I had rim brakes for many years, then stopped riding. I recently started riding after a long absence, then got two new bikes with hydraulic disc brakes and thought they were great. I then got a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-20, 07:21 PM
Replies: 217
Views: 29,411
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

I am more concerned with the guy(s) screaming out...

I am more concerned with the guy(s) screaming out of their truck "Get on the sidewalk" and other similar things, rather than fellow riders.

Danny
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-29-20, 05:01 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 369
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-20, 04:14 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,350
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Do you think he'll kick you in the Jimmy if you...

Do you think he'll kick you in the Jimmy if you need that as well?

Danny
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-20, 09:42 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,580
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Hope so... Danny

Hope so...

Danny
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-20, 09:19 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,580
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Specialized Allez Comp "Direct Drive"???

I bought a +- 1993 Specialized Allez Comp some weeks ago and it is emblazoned with stuff like "Direct Drive" and "Aluminum Fork". I get the "Aluminum Fork" thing, but what is all of this "Direct...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-20, 09:04 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,350
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

I guess that the good thing about that 'trailing...

I guess that the good thing about that 'trailing arm" style front fork is that it would have automatic front wheel centering.

Danny
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-29-20, 08:05 AM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,650,350
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

https://cleveland.craigslist.org/bik/d/vermilion-w...

https://cleveland.craigslist.org/bik/d/vermilion-womans-huffy-multi-speed/7184261811.html

**********#$@&???
Danny
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-20, 08:33 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,262
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Isn't it a curved surface? Maybe I am wrong and...

Isn't it a curved surface? Maybe I am wrong and have to look at the wheel again.

Danny
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-20, 07:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,262
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

I have a Dial Caliper. Danny

I have a Dial Caliper.

Danny
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-20, 07:09 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,035
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

These Continentals were originally my first...

These Continentals were originally my first choice, but I saw some reviews about really stiff rides from the heavy duty sidewalls. I got a bit better price on the Vittorias and they were Gumwalls,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-20, 06:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 6,262
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Rim tape for wheel with 700 x 23 tires?

I need to get some rim tape. I have never used it before having used rim strips. I looked up some videos on YouTube, so I have an idea of how installation goes. I am installing 700 x 23 tires on rims...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-27-20, 06:16 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,035
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Well, I got these. I got a good price, but it...

Well, I got these. I got a good price, but it was a tough choice all around with all of the great suggestions. We shall soon see how they do.

Danny
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-20, 05:19 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,044
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

I think it was Velox Tressotar Tape on my Peugeot...

I think it was Velox Tressotar Tape on my Peugeot as OEM equipment.

Danny
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-20, 04:02 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,044
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

I forgot to mention; the tape that was on my...

I forgot to mention; the tape that was on my Peugeot was cloth, the brand is still around, but I can't remember the name. It was thin.

Danny
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-20, 03:27 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,044
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

My.previous bike, which I got with everything...

My.previous bike, which I got with everything original on it was a '76-'79 Peugeot PRN10. That came wrapped from the center out, and that is how I rewrapped it when needed. I never saw another method...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-20, 08:48 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,044
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Thanks for the explaination. On my bike, the...

Thanks for the explaination. On my bike, the "finishing tape" resembles electrical tape. Is that what it is, or is there an actual product made for this purpose?

Edit: Ok, it is electrical tape :)...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-20, 08:37 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,044
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Bar Taping and Electrical Tape looking tape?

My 92-93+- Specialized Allez Comp has white bar tape on the bars, but it also has something that looks like a single wrap of Electrical Tape on each side near the center of the bar. I saw this on a...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-25-20, 04:57 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,784
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Center to Center frame measurement

A few days ago, I quickly read something here that certain bikes/frames were properly measured from Center to Center (center of crank, to center of top tube, i think). Then, I saw in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-20, 07:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,636
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

It is an SL-1056 from what I found on the remnant...

It is an SL-1056 from what I found on the remnant of my broken plastic part. The pictures are in links above. I can't seem to embed them in the post.

Danny
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-20, 04:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,636
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Yes Thank you. You and T-Mar are really on top...

Yes
Thank you. You and T-Mar are really on top of things. Yes, the plastic surround (bezel?) is what I am looking for on both sides. One has a chip broken out and the other is missing. I assumed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-24-20, 05:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,636
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Thanks, I don't think, so far, that I see what...

Thanks,
I don't think, so far, that I see what I need at the one site, and for the other, I don't Facebook.

Danny
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-20, 09:07 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 40,652
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

My '93???? Allez Comp. ...

My '93???? Allez Comp.

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1200x900/00f0f_95e5smzdlxq_0ci0t2_1200x900_6b0ee85d00ee52fc4f7e393af69b438519554480.jpg
I just bought it because it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-20, 08:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,636
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Shimano 105 SIS downtube shifter parts?

Is it possible to buy individual parts for the Shimano 105 SIS shifters on the downtube, namely the little plastic bezels on the shifter?

Danny
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-20, 03:06 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 399
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Thanks for the help. My Specialized Allez Comp...

Thanks for the help. My Specialized Allez Comp of approximately 1993 is running Mavic rims marked with what looks like "Open 4 CD" on them. Where do they fall in on Silca's directions?

Danny
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-20, 12:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 399
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Silca Tubes: 23 cm?

I took some hints from here about using Silca tubes, then searched for them. What I saw on Amazon was one that was for 700x24-30mm, and in the product description, it said it was ok for 23mm+, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-20, 09:23 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,035
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

The Veloflex Master 25 looks good, but they now...

The Veloflex Master 25 looks good, but they now seem to.be made of unobtanium and unavailable as far as I can tell.

Danny
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-20, 07:10 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,035
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

There have been some valid points about going up...

There have been some valid points about going up larger than a 23 tire, but right now, I don't want to do that. I started back into biking recently by trying to get my +-'78 Peugeot PRN10 on the road...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-20, 07:02 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,035
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Which one? There seem to be different versions...

Which one? There seem to be different versions of Vittoria Corsa?

Danny
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-20, 03:58 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,035
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

700x23 Tire Choice?

My new to me, kind of vintage bike, uses 700x23 tires. It is an approximately 1993 Specialized Allez Comp. I was looking at the Continental GP (Grand Prix) 5000. Has anyone used it? Any comments?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-20, 07:51 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,372
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Good call on the Nishiki vs. the Specialized...

Good call on the Nishiki vs. the Specialized size. I did not see the difference till I looked at the two in images The Nishiki seller said that it is a "55cm' model. My main bike, a Trek Emonda, that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-20, 09:54 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,372
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

What I ended up with instead was this; ...

What I ended up with instead was this;

https://cleveland.craigslist.org/bik/d/brecksville-specialized-allez-comp/7178547228.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-20, 06:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,372
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Do any of these Nishiki Olympic bikes have...

Do any of these Nishiki Olympic bikes have aluminum front forks like some other bikes of the era I have seen?

Danny
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-20, 02:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,372
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

I have not bought the bike. I have been going...

I have not bought the bike. I have been going back and forth on doing it, and really have not had the chance to buy it, even if I had made a decision. I have in my life, bought some products where...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-18-20, 02:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,372
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Really nice bike, thanks for sharing that. I...

Really nice bike, thanks for sharing that. I especially like the Blue and White paint job, better than what is on the one I am looking at. I also like the front fork better on yours.

Danny
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-20, 01:24 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 10,372
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Can you find brake lever hoods that might have...

Can you find brake lever hoods that might have been on the Nishiki bikes that I mention, or even the same kind of brake levers that do not have shift function and route the cables under the grip tape...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-13-20, 10:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 776
Posted By kaiserschmarrn

Too much tension, maybe? Danny

Too much tension, maybe?

Danny
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