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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-20, 09:25 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,101
Posted By cango

I think you are right about the new cables. When...

I think you are right about the new cables. When I examined the cables when I was working on the bike tye they are very oxidized - almost black. Anwyay when I started this project I bought new cable...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-20, 04:15 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,101
Posted By cango

Got it, thanks! Thats the kind of info that I...

Got it, thanks! Thats the kind of info that I was looking for. None of the videos I have watched have said anything about the tension like that.

As for degreasing the derailer, I think I can do...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-14-20, 07:55 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,101
Posted By cango

Any Derailleur Cable Replacement Tips?

I am in the process of updating my vintage Trek Multitrack. I picked up a Jones H Bar and I want to replace the SRAM SRT400 Gripshift with Shimano Deore DX thumbshifters (new in the box). Plus I want...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-06-20, 09:48 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,262
Posted By cango

Not sure if you are making fun of me or not but...

Not sure if you are making fun of me or not but thats ok ;) . My post seems to have drawn the ire of many. Oh well as they say.

I understand the lack of compatibility between brands, brake pull,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-06-20, 10:50 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,262
Posted By cango

There is only 1.6mm difference between the road...

There is only 1.6mm difference between the road and mountain bar grip area diameter. This is dumb except to make sure you can't move parts back and forth.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-06-20, 08:52 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,262
Posted By cango

Is There A Reason That Mountain & Road Bike Handlebar Diameters Are Different?

See the graphic - is there a reason that they are different? Or is it just because?

In the grip part road is 23.8 and mountain is 22.2.

Makes it difficult to move parts around from mountain to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-20, 04:32 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,397
Posted By cango

I would except it appears that you can't edit...

I would except it appears that you can't edit polls once you put them in place.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-01-20, 10:10 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 7,397
Posted By cango

Most Versatile Bike - If You Could Have Only One - What Would It Be?

So you saw the title. Forget this N+1 stuff ;) .

Whats the most versatile bike if you could have only one. What would it be?

Road bike?
Touring?
Cyclocross bike?
Gravel bike?
Hybrid?...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-21-20, 11:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,862
Posted By cango

Thanks for the feedback. I am not a huge fan...

Thanks for the feedback.

I am not a huge fan of drop bars but do like the multiple hand positions which is why I was looking at these. I have bar extensions on my handlebar now which is roughly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-20-20, 07:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,862
Posted By cango

Jones H Bar Loop Pics & Feedback Requested

Have a straight flat bar on my bike right now with grip shifter. My hands go numbs so I am constantly shaking them out.

I am swapping it out for a Jones H Loop bar with triggers shifters.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-14-20, 10:59 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,176
Posted By cango

Thanks so much with the help and the explanation...

Thanks so much with the help and the explanation on the pictures.

Want to hear something crazy, I emailed Jones bikes and Jeff Jones actually replied to me directly. I was very surprised because...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-20, 07:56 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,176
Posted By cango

HI Mr Madpogue! Wow! Not sure how you did that...

HI Mr Madpogue! Wow! Not sure how you did that with the pictures but thanks so much!

Those shifters mentioned are the ones that I have not been able to find. They are sold out everywhere online.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-20, 11:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,176
Posted By cango

Thanks for all the input! It is appreciated....

Thanks for all the input! It is appreciated. Great pics.

I learned the other day my friend hoards bike parts. The Avid brakes and levers I picked up were NOS (new old stock) - never used. I think...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-20, 07:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,176
Posted By cango

From my friend I just scored a NOS front/rear set...

From my friend I just scored a NOS front/rear set of Avid Single Digit 7 brakes and Speed Dial 7 brake levers. My friend said $50 for the set so I said sure.

He also said he has a set of NOS 3x7...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-20, 07:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,176
Posted By cango

It has Grip Shift shifters on it that are kind of...

It has Grip Shift shifters on it that are kind of wonky. On top of this the handle bar is totally flat. My hands go numb not even 15 minutes into the ride. I have come to the conclusion its the angle...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-20, 04:17 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 6,176
Posted By cango

135mm Dropout Spacing - What Can Fit?

This is my second post so please forgive me. I have started riding again in the last few months due to my gym being closed down. I was really into cycling until I got hit and than retreated into the...
Forum: Introductions
06-12-20, 10:52 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 220
Posted By cango

Greetings From NJ!

Just joined the forum. Started cycling again after a many year break.

Please welcome me!
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