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03-23-24, 10:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 445
Posted By Fahrenheit531

That bike is absolutely unreal.

That bike is absolutely unreal.
03-16-24, 07:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 543
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Wouldn't be the worst thing I've ever dropped...

Wouldn't be the worst thing I've ever dropped fifty bucks on.
03-16-24, 06:01 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,375
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Pricey bike. If they're unwilling to make this...

Pricey bike. If they're unwilling to make this change at cost (or less) to make the sale, try another shop. They're mostly all Trek dealers now anyway.
03-06-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 548
Posted By Fahrenheit531

27" wheels are a deal breaker for a lot of...

27" wheels are a deal breaker for a lot of people.
03-02-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 941
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I will say that the transition from stays to fork...

I will say that the transition from stays to fork ends is very clean, though. Smooth with real attention to detail, nice lines. I'd be curious to see the dropouts, and if they were handled similarly.
03-02-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 941
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Really digging this thread. Can't contribute much...

Really digging this thread. Can't contribute much more than "hey, that's a supercool bike." :thumb:
Contribution made.
03-02-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,266
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Tried measuring contact patch while mounted,...

Tried measuring contact patch while mounted, because accuracy is key. Will continue to use PSI means of reference.
03-02-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,382
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I'd like to take a moment in favor of Velomine...

I'd like to take a moment in favor of Velomine (https://velomine.com/collections/road-bike-wheelsets) if you're looking at pre-built wheels. I've bought from them twice, including the wheels on my...
03-02-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,382
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Yep. Go a-la-carte. Find the rims, spokes, and...

Yep. Go a-la-carte. Find the rims, spokes, and hubs you like, then present them to your local wheel builder.
A quick search for "spoke length calculator" will be helpful if you know your hubs/rims.
02-29-24, 10:25 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,266
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Never used the Silca calculator before. It...

Never used the Silca calculator before. It recommended 60ish, I've been running 52ish based on the Rene Herse calculator and will continue with that.
02-28-24, 11:56 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 5,995
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Yes, the bike makes a difference. The real...

Yes, the bike makes a difference. The real question is will it make enough of a difference to impact the type of riding you want to do. For me, high-quality late-70s steel road bikes are just fine....
Replies: 40
Views: 1,479
Posted By Fahrenheit531

The Columbus Tretubi decal suggests a mid-tier...

The Columbus Tretubi decal suggests a mid-tier frame in an uncommon color. Suntour Superbe Road headset is high quality and supports the "bought as frame" idea, and the rest of the components (with...
Replies: 10
Views: 3,154
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Actually I'm intrigued by this four-year-old...

Actually I'm intrigued by this four-year-old thread if only to ask: Did the OP's bike ever get rebuilt, refurbished, even restored?


If there's an update I'd be interested in seeing it.
02-25-24, 09:27 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,085
Posted By Fahrenheit531

If that mug had ambushed me with a $50 price tag...

If that mug had ambushed me with a $50 price tag there would've been no hesitation: "Whoa. Yeah, didn't realize. Let's go ahead and cancel that one out, sorry about that."
No harm, no foul.
02-25-24, 02:49 PM
Replies: 2,336
Views: 553,672
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Huh. Thanks for the introduction! :thumb:

Huh. Thanks for the introduction! :thumb:
02-22-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 329
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Converting a terrible bike to single speed will...

Converting a terrible bike to single speed will generally result in a terrible single speed bike.
02-21-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 609
Posted By Fahrenheit531

My experiment has begun. Just loaded up the kids'...

My experiment has begun. Just loaded up the kids' tubes with Flat Attack tire sealant (4oz per tire, two bottles, total cost at the LBS $26) and we'll see how that goes. I'll never use the stuff for...
02-17-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 6,490
Views: 762,322
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Right now I'm making arrangements for a W1...

Right now I'm making arrangements for a W1 touring model, but depending on results I may want to try a road version. Leather preferred. If you happen to run across one do let me know. Thanks!
02-17-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 241
Posted By Fahrenheit531

PM sent to Slowride79. Thanks to all. If his...

PM sent to Slowride79. Thanks to all. If his offering doesn't get the job done I may be in touch on that white Selle Italia.
02-17-24, 09:52 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,575
Posted By Fahrenheit531

When the jar of Vlasic pickles is empty, the...

When the jar of Vlasic pickles is empty, the juice gets poured into the dedicated pickle juice jar. (I suppose this means some small percentage of the contents is literally years old.)
I see no...
02-17-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 241
Posted By Fahrenheit531

WTB Women's Saddle (Avocet or...?)

WTB/Trade for women's Avocet saddle in good condition. I finally found a bike my daughter likes and rides, but don't want to break the bank as we trial-and-error saddles. Have multiple decent...
02-17-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 6,490
Views: 762,322
Posted By Fahrenheit531

WTB/Trade for women's Avocet saddle in good...

WTB/Trade for women's Avocet saddle in good condition. I finally found a bike my daughter likes and rides, but don't want to break the bank as we trial-and-error saddles. Have multiple decent...
02-16-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,214
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I used to remove the thin, clear plastic bit. Now...

I used to remove the thin, clear plastic bit. Now I leave it on. For reasons unknown.
02-16-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,410
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Overgeneralizations never cause any conflict...

Overgeneralizations never cause any conflict around here. I'm sure we'll get many insightful responses, and everyone will have fun and learn something.
02-16-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,214
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I have stopped patching and setting them aside...

I have stopped patching and setting them aside for later because I too was seeing a high failure rate. If I patch a tube it is immediately placed inside a tire and inflated, based on the idea that...
02-14-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,396
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Bath salt zombie face eater guy could've told you...

Bath salt zombie face eater guy could've told you this long ago.
02-10-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,400
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I'm endlessly impressed with your ability to read...

I'm endlessly impressed with your ability to read the minds and motivations of others.
02-07-24, 10:19 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,224
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Can't coast while running. Comparison should...

Can't coast while running. Comparison should pretty much end there.
02-06-24, 09:40 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,384
Posted By Fahrenheit531

:lol: Well played sir!

:lol: Well played sir!
02-05-24, 08:43 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,384
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Pretty much any adult out there is gonna be a...

Pretty much any adult out there is gonna be a professional something. Looks like everyone else grasped the intent here. I'll give you bonus points for the part where it wasn't even you who...
01-27-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 808
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Relax. Be patient. The desire will return or it...

Relax. Be patient. The desire will return or it won't. If it doesn't, something else will fill the void.
We're always changing. It's the nature of things.
01-20-24, 06:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,080
Posted By Fahrenheit531

fify ;)

fify ;)
01-20-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 251
Views: 19,204
Posted By Fahrenheit531

They're just not interesting to me. Generally...

They're just not interesting to me. Generally bland colors and a real "lowest common denominator" vibe, both in their vintage and newer offerings.
Not that this matters. I just thought I'd go ahead...
01-19-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 496
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I already have two full sets sitting on the...

I already have two full sets sitting on the shelf, but not in this condition. These are so nearly perfect that I'm very tempted.
Resisting.
For now.
01-15-24, 05:43 PM
Replies: 8,760
Views: 1,091,310
Posted By Fahrenheit531

NOS Suntour :thumb: ...

NOS Suntour :thumb:

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/900x675/sealed_23e14a13ba8473b2ef9a81299a9bfd06af50e010.jpg...
01-15-24, 02:35 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,384
Posted By Fahrenheit531

^^ This.

^^ This.
01-15-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,384
Posted By Fahrenheit531

If I hated climbing a little less I might be able...

If I hated climbing a little less I might be able to test that. hahahaha
01-15-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,384
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Ever Encountered a Pro While on a Ride?

Yesterday I was out on The Loop here in Tucson, and I got passed by a rider in a lot of yellow on a really cool bike. Second glance reveals a Jumbo Visma rider in full kit on what I assume is his new...
01-05-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,641
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Marriage. The marriage later ended, but the...

Marriage.

The marriage later ended, but the cycling remained.
01-04-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,349
Posted By Fahrenheit531

1st-gen Dura Ace sidepulls. ...

1st-gen Dura Ace sidepulls.
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/800x600/raleighduraace800_d2fda4716c86e7875104d8b427c940f9fa1235c5.jpg
12-29-23, 12:21 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,986
Posted By Fahrenheit531

No. But I don't think I invented it either.

No. But I don't think I invented it either.
12-29-23, 11:39 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,986
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I usually get a little high before my weekend...

I usually get a little high before my weekend rides...:innocent:
12-19-23, 08:59 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,957
Posted By Fahrenheit531

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/622x800/polkadot_b6dd2e765d7d66c2dfaa69207821951179879d95.jpg
This is probably my #1 jersey, Voler Peloton. Tifoli eyewear was a Father's Day...
12-12-23, 03:28 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,722
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Clamping that bike on the decal rather than the...

Clamping that bike on the decal rather than the seatpost may result in sadness and/or self-flagellation later on. Don't ask how I know.
11-23-23, 11:07 AM
11-09-23, 01:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 895
Posted By Fahrenheit531

The small numbers stamped on the headbadge will...

The small numbers stamped on the headbadge will tell you. Find the number then google "schwinn headbadge decoder" for your answer.
11-03-23, 06:26 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 75,779
Posted By Fahrenheit531

They just got some more of my money. The buying...

They just got some more of my money.
The buying always hurts.
Then I ride them.
:love:
11-03-23, 12:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,182
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Solution in search of a problem.

Solution in search of a problem.
10-09-23, 09:59 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 292
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Windex or soapy water to reduce friction. ...

Windex or soapy water to reduce friction.

Also www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1216271-advice-changing-brake-pads-vintage-bike.html...
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