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Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-21, 11:22 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,009
Posted By Haselsmasher

Yes. Definitely. With more traditional thorn...

Yes. Definitely. With more traditional thorn punctures i've found thorns on the inside before..

I looked and felt for irregularities on both the inside and outside. It's the size of this hole...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-21, 10:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,009
Posted By Haselsmasher

Hmmmmm........ No tire irregularities where...

Hmmmmm........

No tire irregularities where the tube blew out.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-21, 08:38 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,604
Posted By Haselsmasher

I have a non-padded pair of Bontrager tights that...

I have a non-padded pair of Bontrager tights that are awesome. Thick enough to provide some wind protection but not too warm. I wear them over regular padded shorts. When it's "really cold" (by my...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-21, 06:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,009
Posted By Haselsmasher

Good question. It was at the tread. I'll check...

Good question. It was at the tread. I'll check the tire and see if something is amiss. I presume not - and that your idea of a tube pinch is a likely contender as to the cause.

Thanks!

Jim
Forum: Road Cycling
09-18-21, 03:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,009
Posted By Haselsmasher

Reasons For Tube Blowout?

Today I had a tube blowout inside the tire. Nothing sharp that I could feel. And the tire is intact.

What can be the causes for this? Faulty tube seems like the obvious one. Might a kink in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-05-20, 10:11 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 646
Posted By Haselsmasher

Thanks all. When I messed it up I thought it...

Thanks all. When I messed it up I thought it needed a bleed or a burp. The guy at the shop told me it needed to be burped. So I feel good I guessed it right. LOL

I'm gonna get the stuff and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-05-20, 05:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 646
Posted By Haselsmasher

Should I Go All-In On Learning Hydraulic Brakes?

Hey all......

I'm trying to decide if I should fully invest in being a self-sufficient mechanic for my hydraulic brakes. Or leave it to the pros.

Background......

I have a 9 month old Trek...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-23-20, 06:44 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,366
Posted By Haselsmasher

Thanks all. I was basically checking for a...

Thanks all. I was basically checking for a report ala "Simple Green has <x> in it and it's well known that is horrible for <chains, cassettes, allowing lube to work, etc.>" Not seeing any of those...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-23-20, 11:34 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,366
Posted By Haselsmasher

Simple Green Or Something Else?

I would think there'd have been half-a-gazillion threads on degreasers. I just did a search......maybe I'm a bad searcher. They didn't pop up.

Thoughts on using standard Simple Green vs a "bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-21-20, 01:55 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,311
Posted By Haselsmasher

Roadbike Chainstay Protector

I have a 2020 Trek Domane SL6. 9 months old.

The chainstay protector that came with the bike is coming off. Is there something that gets strong recommendations for road bikes? Almost all...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-20, 10:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 702
Posted By Haselsmasher

Thanks so much all! Great ideas here - definitely...

Thanks so much all! Great ideas here - definitely things we weren't aware of that need to have attention paid to.

His Madone is at the top of his bike fleet. He has precious-little time to ride,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-20, 11:55 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 702
Posted By Haselsmasher

Adjusting Rear Derailleur

I'm a bit hesitant to post this question - it must have been asked before. But some searching on my part didn't cause me to find something I felt I could leverage.

My adult son and I are learning...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-31-20, 11:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,302
Posted By Haselsmasher

Well, this has progressed faster than I thought....

Well, this has progressed faster than I thought. First, the rear hub seemed to be in the worst shape. After starting this thread I discovered my old freewheel tool was compatible with this...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-20, 10:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,302
Posted By Haselsmasher

'84 Schwinn Traveler: Parts For Hub Rebuild

My wife has a 1984 Schwinn Traveler. She has started riding it after it has sat unridden for 30 years.

Today I did a thorough clean and derailleur adjustment. The rear hub is a mess. I'm sure...
Forum: Charity Events
03-14-20, 11:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,206
Posted By Haselsmasher

How were the roads you rode on? Lots of traffic...

How were the roads you rode on? Lots of traffic or not so much? Well run event?

Thanks.

Jim
Forum: Charity Events
02-26-20, 09:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,206
Posted By Haselsmasher

Anyone Done This? Denver Century Ride (June 20 this year)

If anyone has done this ride, what can you report re how much road support there is to help separate bike and cars?

I'd love to do it, but unfortunately, after many years of riding on the roads,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-21-20, 08:31 PM
Replies: 5,332
Views: 840,451
Posted By Haselsmasher

Local paved trail runs along a 3 mi stretch of...

Local paved trail runs along a 3 mi stretch of railroad track. We've had these double coal trains in the area, and they sometimes hold in this stretch.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-20, 11:48 AM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,402,999
Posted By Haselsmasher

Great input. In fact, when I went in to pick it...

Great input. In fact, when I went in to pick it up, although it was already built, they did a couple of things (e.g. I asked them to remove the dork disc). I asked about tire pressure. They said...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-20, 11:26 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,402,999
Posted By Haselsmasher

New bike day. 2020 Domane SL 6. Maiden...

New bike day. 2020 Domane SL 6.

Maiden voyage is tomorrow. I can't wait.
...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
02-14-20, 08:49 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 9,173
Posted By Haselsmasher

I was really into Spinning for a while. (I was a...

I was really into Spinning for a while. (I was a long time road cyclist when I picked up spinning.)

It's great for getting and keeping in shape, but as others have said, it's not riding. Did it...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-14-20, 07:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,045
Posted By Haselsmasher

Today I test rode the Roubaix Sport (mostly 105)...

Today I test rode the Roubaix Sport (mostly 105) and the Domane SL6 (Ultegra).

The Roubaix rode better than I thought it would. I thought I'd feel the FutureShock in the handlebar but I didn't. ...
Forum: Introductions
02-14-20, 09:15 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 454
Posted By Haselsmasher

Thanks. My issues are all in my head. ...

Thanks.

My issues are all in my head. You're right - CO is very bike friendly.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-14-20, 12:05 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 21,084
Posted By Haselsmasher

I live in northern CO. So the frequent sun and...

I live in northern CO. So the frequent sun and low humidity help.

Although I've ridden recreationally (not a racer) most of my life, this is the first winter I've ridden. My previous attempts at...
Forum: Introductions
02-13-20, 11:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 454
Posted By Haselsmasher

Greetings From Northern CO

New member here. Started road riding seriously in 1980. Went through ebbs and flows of involvement during the intense years of working and raising kids. Now am retired and able to put more time...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-20, 12:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,045
Posted By Haselsmasher

Thanks for the response. ^^^^^ Great to hear...

Thanks for the response. ^^^^^

Great to hear you like your '17. I'm so eager to give the Domane a test ride! It never fails - all of January the weather has been decent enough to ride - no snow...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-20, 10:52 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,045
Posted By Haselsmasher

Well - you raise a good point! I only thought...

Well - you raise a good point! I only thought about it from the standpoint that, when that cover is off, it's such a huge hole. LOL But you're right - there are numerous places for water to...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-20, 02:27 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,045
Posted By Haselsmasher

Awesome. Thanks. I'm most concerned about...

Awesome. Thanks. I'm most concerned about having some way for water to exit. I'm not concerned about moisture as a general problem. I live in CO. In life here we're typically more focused on how...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-09-20, 10:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 4,045
Posted By Haselsmasher

Domane Storage Compartment: Mosture?

I'm considering a 2020 Domane.

Does anyone happen to know if there's any sort of drainage or ventilation in the storage compartment in case moisture gets in there?

Thanks.

Jim
Forum: Road Cycling
02-06-20, 01:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,975
Posted By Haselsmasher

I have caught a very bad case of the new bike...

I have caught a very bad case of the new bike virus. The dampened Roubaix handlebar system is intriguing me. I have this feeling I'm either going to love it or despise it. I'll ride the Trek Domane...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-20, 09:09 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,975
Posted By Haselsmasher

Thanks so much everyone for the suggestions. ...

Thanks so much everyone for the suggestions. It's extremely helpful.

Still not totally sure what I'll do. If I decide to go the "fix" route I'll buy an appropriate shifter off eBay. But the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-03-20, 03:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,975
Posted By Haselsmasher

Options Re Resolving Shifter/Drivetrain Mismatch

Hello All. First post here. Excited to find this community of enthusiasts. The title is a bit odd. I'll set context, then ask for input.

59 yrs old; ~180 lbs. Long (very long) time road rider....
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