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Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-23, 11:00 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,800
Posted By stevoo

I see a couple of references to that really windy...

I see a couple of references to that really windy Furnace Creek 508. Yup it was very windy that year. I rode it that year on my single bike. Raced as team of two. Partner had her bike blown off the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-26-22, 08:48 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,290
Posted By stevoo

Did you push your bike along with you while in...

Did you push your bike along with you while in the cookie line and stop to eat said cookie in front of the cookie table as well with your bike.

This is sarcasm for those who may not be aware or...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-28-22, 05:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,345
Posted By stevoo

That type of failure is not uncommon. I have...

That type of failure is not uncommon.
I have had similar hub breakage on Hadley front tandem hub.
My buddy on his rear Hadley tandem hub.
I did notice the replacement hubs have tiny bit taller...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-20-21, 03:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,545
Posted By stevoo

Don't know if it is "The Best". But it has been...

Don't know if it is "The Best". But it has been the best I have used.
I have been told there are 2 formulas. Some folks say one is better than the other. I never bothered to verify that...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-07-21, 02:04 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,455
Posted By stevoo

Find someone with a lathe. Simple to whip up...

Find someone with a lathe. Simple to whip up something out of material of your choice.
Don't give up.
Good luck
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-21, 08:14 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 10,808
Posted By stevoo

In jersey pocket. Had an issue ONCE. Some...

In jersey pocket. Had an issue ONCE.
Some phones have security setting default to FULL RESET phone after 15 failed attempts. Some phones allow a double tap to open. Both of these settings can be...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-02-21, 04:09 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 5,901
Posted By stevoo

Looks like promising new tech. Thanks OP for...

Looks like promising new tech.
Thanks OP for sharing.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-28-21, 10:04 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 9,437
Posted By stevoo

Yup, agree roll out method is quite accurate IF...

Yup, agree roll out method is quite accurate IF it is calibrated properly.
They measure and certify running race courses using the roll out method. Look up Jones counter. Accurate to 1 part to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-21, 09:53 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 8,245
Posted By stevoo

Been dismounting that way for many, many years. ...

Been dismounting that way for many, many years.
Been riding tandems for long time. Best, easiest, safest way to get on and off road tandem. Due to force of habit I also use same technique on single...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-12-20, 09:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,378
Posted By stevoo

This topic comes up every once in a while. ...

This topic comes up every once in a while.

DON'T DO IT!
I have personally seen bars break because of this.

The kicker is my buddy who had drilled bars and had them break asked me to drill his...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-24-20, 11:04 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 14,962
Posted By stevoo

I will pass on making comments on the repair as I...

I will pass on making comments on the repair as I think that has been covered well enough.
However, it is Impressive that after sustaining that kind of damage the frame is still straight and rides...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-20, 09:14 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 610
Posted By stevoo

I know you tried liquid Wrench but Kroil works...

I know you tried liquid Wrench but Kroil works quite a bit better. Actually on a whole nuther level better.
It has yet to fail me on stuck stems. You mentioned that you got it to move a small...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-10-20, 09:09 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,747
Posted By stevoo

Old moto and bike guy here. Moto is right hand...

Old moto and bike guy here. Moto is right hand front brake. All my bicycles have alwsys been right hand rear brake. Brain adjusts fine . Never an issue.

Rode a friend's mtn bike that was set up...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-20, 04:44 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 18,584
Posted By stevoo

Had a racing partners carbon bike get blown off...

Had a racing partners carbon bike get blown off the roof rack in Santa Ana windstorm while driving down the fwy leaving the carbon fork dropputs in the rack. Not a big fan of full carbon dropouts.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-20, 11:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 6,642
Posted By stevoo

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Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-17-20, 01:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,218
Posted By stevoo

8 or 9 would work

8 or 9 would work
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-14-20, 10:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,218
Posted By stevoo

Subscribed as I have searched to no avail in...

Subscribed as I have searched to no avail in locating some recently. Refurbishing friends bike and these are nice to have.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-14-20, 01:50 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 7,736
Posted By stevoo

I have run across this challenge on occasion. ...

I have run across this challenge on occasion.
Quick and easy to weld a big nut or bar etc to the cup. Then BIG wrench will remove.

Good luck
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-19-19, 11:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,368
Posted By stevoo

Like many bike enthusiasts who have been riding...

Like many bike enthusiasts who have been riding for many years I too have collected way too many extra bike parts. It kind of creeps up on you.

Well the other week I boxed it all up and searched...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-21-19, 11:22 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,835
Posted By stevoo

Your local auto parts store usually has a...

Your local auto parts store usually has a selection of metric fasteners too.
Have bern successful in going this route in a pinch.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-19, 11:11 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,217
Posted By stevoo

If your bike has bare (non-anodized, non-painted)...

If your bike has bare (non-anodized, non-painted) aluminum, be careful degreasing. Many water based degreasers can make a mess of the finish. Most petroloum based degreasers don't cause issues. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-12-19, 10:36 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 12,023
Posted By stevoo

Definitely go for it. Build it up exactly as you...

Definitely go for it. Build it up exactly as you want. My guess is you will grin everytime you ride it or even look at it.

When I retired I built up a new dream road and mtn bike. Bought bare...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-25-19, 09:20 AM
Replies: 232
Views: 64,786
Posted By stevoo

Yup, agree 100% on adjusting angle etc until it...

Yup, agree 100% on adjusting angle etc until it works for you when you ride. Static measurements mean nothing.
Also, the adjustment will be different from bike to bike. An upright bike adjustment...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-19, 12:26 PM
Replies: 1,451
Views: 392,247
Posted By stevoo

In regards to the spoke nipple comment I agree....

In regards to the spoke nipple comment I agree. The quad drives and / or the Squorx nipples work very well and using the driver while torquing the nipples from the rim outside while building is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-21-19, 10:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,147
Posted By stevoo

Agree 100% on SKF. Only ISIS BB that has held up...

Agree 100% on SKF. Only ISIS BB that has held up for me. Not cheap, but good stuff.
They were out of production for a long time
Happy to see they are available again.
Good luck.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-19, 10:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,855
Posted By stevoo

Sorry, missed that A pencil taped to the seat...

Sorry, missed that
A pencil taped to the seat tube where a FD theoretically would be also works well.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-07-19, 09:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,855
Posted By stevoo

You can straighten it on the bike using the FD...

You can straighten it on the bike using the FD cage as a guide to see any wobble.
Pretty simple job, just go slow and you should be fine.
Good luck
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-29-19, 12:21 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,416
Posted By stevoo

The total bike count is great and all but over 30...

The total bike count is great and all but over 30 plus years the accumulation of parts is starting to be a problem.
Starting to have some storage issues and a lot of it is now becoming "vintage".
I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-21-19, 01:45 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 805
Posted By stevoo

Have found over the years that some manufacturers...

Have found over the years that some manufacturers just cannot hold tolerances very well. Had some bottom brackets that just has threads a tad oversize. Very frustrating but it happens.
Example:...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
01-18-19, 12:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,162
Posted By stevoo

Have ridden a lot of tandems in the last 35 years...

Have ridden a lot of tandems in the last 35 years and my thoughts are as follows.

You will be spending a premium amount on this bike so it would be good to make sure what you buy makes YOU happy....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-16-19, 12:02 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 7,493
Posted By stevoo

1) What are the advantages of tubeless? 2) Why?...

1) What are the advantages of tubeless?
2) Why?

For my use:
1) No more common flats from thorns. (Because the sealant works).
2) Because I hate fixing flats during a ride.

Currently only...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-13-19, 12:56 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 21,267
Posted By stevoo

Seems the OP is fairly new to cycling. so,...

Seems the OP is fairly new to cycling.
so, please note that saddle height is set for riding/pedaling the bike, NOT set as to be able to touch the ground when stopped.
When you stop you ease fwd OFF...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-10-19, 04:49 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 6,283
Posted By stevoo

Been using Jenson for years. They have always...

Been using Jenson for years.
They have always been really great.
If you call they are very helpful.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-19, 05:26 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 5,799
Posted By stevoo

Had exact same issue as OP once. Turned out to be...

Had exact same issue as OP once. Turned out to be a shifter cable that was too stiff.
Look at the angle the cable has to make when exiting the barrel adjuster to the cable fixing bolt WHEN IN THE 11...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-24-18, 09:25 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 9,789
Posted By stevoo

Gatorade bottle(s) and chain quickie link. Great...

Gatorade bottle(s) and chain quickie link. Great chain cleaning tool(s). No need to overthink it.

Had to replace jockey and idler wheels on people's bikes because they used fancy on bike cleaner...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-24-18, 05:40 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,185
Posted By stevoo

Got in a quick 40 mile spin today. Traffic was...

Got in a quick 40 mile spin today.
Traffic was very light. Nice.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-20-18, 03:00 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 5,925
Posted By stevoo

You can configure the spacer stacks on the pads...

You can configure the spacer stacks on the pads to narrow or wide. Swap the thick and thin as you like from outer to inner.
Normal stuff.
Good luck.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-15-18, 08:29 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,704
Posted By stevoo

Sometimes they just won't return from the...

Sometimes they just won't return from the stretch. Sometimes if they get oil on them they also swell and never fit well again.

Two solutions.
1) Obvious, new hood.
2) Have used this many times....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-15-18, 08:23 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,649
Posted By stevoo

Also take into account any clutch mechanism if...

Also take into account any clutch mechanism if mtn style as that adds some resistance when shifting to bigger dia cog.
Archer and Xshifter already use motors to "pull" the cable for wireless...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-15-18, 11:01 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 21,660
Posted By stevoo

Trek rear IsoSpeed experience. Yes, Domane 600...

Trek rear IsoSpeed experience.
Yes, Domane 600 series.
Just comfy bump absorption. Really takes the sharp edge off.
No downside so far. You don't know it is there except it just rides nice.
I...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-12-18, 01:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 8,420
Posted By stevoo

The Sora road rear derailleur works perfectly for...

The Sora road rear derailleur works perfectly for this application. Inexpensive, has plenty of chain wrap so you can run ALL the gear combinations if you like with even a 32 tooth cog in back....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-18, 09:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,809
Posted By stevoo

Silca now has the new red rubber gasket for the...

Silca now has the new red rubber gasket for the venerable tried and true presta chuck.
They work wonderfully. The pkg says they will last longer etc.
So far I like the new gasket.
Can't go wrong...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-18, 04:35 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 8,760
Posted By stevoo

Tuscany Italy is great. Self guided tour. Rented...

Tuscany Italy is great. Self guided tour. Rented bikes from a company there.

Colorado. Many, many miles riden there. Tons of options to fit whatever you are looking for. Great cycling!!! Love...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-16-18, 07:21 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 8,131
Posted By stevoo

I do the same as many forum members. Turn down...

I do the same as many forum members.
Turn down the tunes and listen for slight rub during final true and/or a sheet of white paper background as needed if you like visual reference. I use both for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-06-18, 10:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,510
Posted By stevoo

The fast pad wear sounds like you are using resin...

The fast pad wear sounds like you are using resin pads.
At 245 lbs, I highly suggest the largest rotors your bike will accept (adapters reqd and are cheap) and metal pads.
Good luck.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-18, 11:16 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 571
Posted By stevoo

Blast from the past for sure. His small...

Blast from the past for sure.
His small warehouse was located accross the street from where I used to work.
Went inside couple of times and bought stuff. It was an interesting place for sure.
My...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-28-18, 12:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 5,495
Posted By stevoo

If you have deep carbon rims not using the nut...

If you have deep carbon rims not using the nut results in the stem rattling and drives me "nuts".
Never used them on shallow rims, no need.
good luck.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-08-18, 12:12 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,368
Posted By stevoo

Some folks use a friction reducer, some don't....

Some folks use a friction reducer, some don't. Sometimes a little dab is helpful, sometimes not needed. Depends totally on the individual and their needs for that ride.
Some folks swear by one...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-27-18, 10:52 AM
Replies: 170
Views: 12,039
Posted By stevoo

The OP asked about mistakes. Avoid high...

The OP asked about mistakes.
Avoid high pressure washers.
Along same lines, if/ when you do wash, use the hose with some common sense.
If you choose to use a degreaser be aware of where you use it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-18, 09:51 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 12,769
Posted By stevoo

Yes, remove quickie link, clean chain, put back...

Yes, remove quickie link, clean chain, put back on, repeat, during life of chain.

When chain is worn out the quickie link is given to riding buddies to carry as emergency spare.

You see the...
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