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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-23, 11:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 4,270
Posted By 83cannondale

Actually, there was an suntour ultra 6 specific chain - For New Winner I think

I have an original 1983 Cannondale that came with the special chain - dunno what brand, model - Every other link is expanded in the side plates. I've been using the Sram 8xx series on that bike for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-23, 09:23 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 33,574
Posted By 83cannondale

I think the '84s had the mid fork blade eyelets

My '83 st500 has double eyelets on the dropouts, none on the fork blade. It's a Tange fork..I use the bike for randonneuring. It's been to Ireland, France and England. I bought it new in '83 from...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-23-22, 08:58 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,480
Posted By 83cannondale

Didn't notice the op date.. sorry.

Still, the info never dies..!!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-22, 08:22 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,480
Posted By 83cannondale

Some carbon gripping parts cause steel to rust.

I was trying to find a way whereby I didn't have to tighten seat post clamps so much fearing for frame damage on vintage frame. I tried paste and found it rusted the steel. My go-to solution is a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-22, 08:15 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,480
Posted By 83cannondale

Some carbon gripping parts cause steel to rust.

I was trying to find a way whereby I didn't have to tighten seat post clamps so much fearing for frame damage on vintage frame. I tried paste and found it rusted the steel. My go-to solution is a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-22, 03:06 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,814
Posted By 83cannondale

More on 83 st500

This bike has 2 bottle cages only. One on top of and one below the downtube. Friction downtube shifters, suntour newest ultra 6 freewheel, 13-30 I think. 120mm spread. Rd was suntour superbe but I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-22, 02:40 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 4,814
Posted By 83cannondale

I think that 85 catalog pdf is actually an 83

I bought one of those in 83 and still ride it. I think that pic is the same bike. Rd being a suntour superbe is the give away. I'm not sure but I think 83 was the only year they used it..
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-14-22, 12:50 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,663
Posted By 83cannondale

super info - thanks. So, shop bike boxes are ok?

I'm wondering how a shop box compares to the $100 box from bike flights..BikeFlights Bike Box
Any reason to use theirs? I have a 1983 Cannondale aluminum bike with fenders, rear rack, trunk bag and...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-13-22, 06:58 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 18,029
Posted By 83cannondale

The wireless unit seems pretty cool. I have to...

The wireless unit seems pretty cool. I have to wonder if there will be radio frequencies or other interference with my hr monitor, cadence and speed sensors, power meter pedals and cell phone.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-08-22, 10:06 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 29,641
Posted By 83cannondale

Perineum better

I've been riding the lite 209 for several years. It's good for perineum and I like the padding. For me though I'd like it a little wider in the back. My sit bones are about 100mm. I've done full days...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-30-22, 09:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 38,853
Posted By 83cannondale

Update - Wahoo did replace it at no charge - I...

Update - Wahoo did replace it at no charge - I discarded the old one. I did try the old one again but it did still fail so trashed it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-07-22, 12:48 AM
Replies: 646
Views: 234,699
Posted By 83cannondale

Great Lakes Randonneur

I often ride with this group.. Often on a 1983 Cannondale ST500 touring type bike. Occasionally on a 1974 Raleigh International. Lately, for day time rides, a Trek Domane SL 7 (sorry). Hope to see...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
01-18-22, 02:04 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 38,853
Posted By 83cannondale

Old thread I know..I have a tickrx doing the same...

Old thread I know..I have a tickrx doing the same thing. I always use contact gel. I've had the issue indoors and out. I have a bontrager transmitter which works fine on the wahoo strap. The wahoo...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-28-21, 04:23 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,263
Posted By 83cannondale

SPD cleats in a wide?

I have the same problem.. made more complicated by using SPD cleats. Been using sidi wide but research tells me they use their standard last but just give more material so wide feet can get in...
I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-21, 04:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 7,690
Posted By 83cannondale

Check the inner chainring too

Very old post I know.. knowledge is timeless.. i have a 1976 Bob Jackson with the same issue. I'm pretty sure the spider is off ( maybe from new..?) Though it's been in a wreck or two.. checking BOTH...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
01-19-21, 11:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 14,815
Posted By 83cannondale

Wahoo great customer service

I had a similar experience - had a Bolt that I didn't cover in the rain and it got wet. I think I made it worse by pressing the page and other buttons wet. Got screen and other malfunctions. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-21, 11:04 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 9,257
Posted By 83cannondale

Replaced bearings too. (Old thread I know, still valid)

............ This was good info. I ordered 2 Nice bearings at $20 each plus a little shipping. Not from Amazon - They were pretty easy to swap out. There is a sticker on the rollers that says to...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-21, 09:34 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,766
Posted By 83cannondale

HRM for cycle and run

At 69 I use the HRM to have consistency between running and cycling. I sorta follow Maffetone system. Been reading recently that VO2max (intervals) are a poor indicator to follow for training. ...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-12-20, 03:30 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,129
Posted By 83cannondale

Tried b27 and years ago the large rivot pro

[QUOTE=Tourist in MSN;21828851]Which Brooks saddles have you tried?

I find that a B17 does not work for me when I use the drops. I bought a B17 years ago as that was supposed to be the perfect...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-11-20, 12:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,129
Posted By 83cannondale

Thanks all for the suggestions - I have tried...

Thanks all for the suggestions - I have tried turning the seats to the right and left. It sorta helps but then I get chaffing on my inner leg. or the center groove is mal placed and gives those...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-10-20, 12:58 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,129
Posted By 83cannondale

bisaddle?

Thanks for the input - by "canted" I meant turned left and right both - haven't tried shimming, thought I did think of it. My seat post isn't set up to allow shimming I don't think. That's why I...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-08-20, 11:28 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 7,711
Posted By 83cannondale

Had pretty good luck w 86 bcd

[QUOTE=bark_eater;21806937]Thank you all for the thoughts. I'm hoping to try a number of different set ups. As the bike is still a pile of parts I haven't found out whether I need to go with shorter...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-08-20, 09:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 6,129
Posted By 83cannondale

Bisaddle - has anyone tried one for rando?

Hi - I'm trying to workout saddle problem - perineum issues butt mostly sit bones - I do about 5000 miles a year, up to 600k brevets. Did pbp last year. I've used B17, SMP drakon and lite 209,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-11-20, 09:36 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 737
Posted By 83cannondale

Duotrap s pairing

I'm pairing one of these now. There is a red led for the wheel, green for the crank. They flash for 10 revolutions of the associated wheel/crank. Then they stop flashing. I think they stop pairing...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-20, 02:02 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 29,641
Posted By 83cannondale

Old thread I know- Just a quick mention that I...

Old thread I know- Just a quick mention that I had an open dialog with the local LBS where I discussed online vs LBS pricing. I don't need to beat the LBS down to the lowest price but I tell them...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-20, 07:09 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 17,812
Posted By 83cannondale

..... Kingston - the 1000k was last year- PBP...

..... Kingston - the 1000k was last year- PBP partial. The cold caused many to dnf. Shermers and hand problems got me...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-20, 09:53 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 17,812
Posted By 83cannondale

Old thread I know- very interesting..

I've been using molton speed wax for a few years now because it's clean. I did a 3 day1000k recently with a newly waxed chain and it was fine the whole distance. A little rain day 2. Might have...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-28-19, 08:01 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,903
Posted By 83cannondale

Emergency beacon..?

On rando events I seem to find myself riding alone pretty often so am wondering what is a good emergency beacon device? I've looked at the various SPOT devices, garmin, etc but am wondering what the...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-22-19, 05:19 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 25,525
Posted By 83cannondale

Update on not uploading to Strava - it seems that...

Update on not uploading to Strava - it seems that when I follow a longer RIDE WITH GPS route then the upload chokes. Don't know about shorter routes. I did a 25 mile no route ride yesterday and it...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-20-19, 01:30 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 25,525
Posted By 83cannondale

Really liking my Wahoo bolt - I've done a 200 and...

Really liking my Wahoo bolt - I've done a 200 and 300 with it. Tried lezyne super gps because of batt life - it was too cranky over the long run.

I have the bolt hooked to USB WERKS which keeps it...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-05-19, 09:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,338
Posted By 83cannondale

Thanks everyone - some good info here - Tourist...

Thanks everyone - some good info here - Tourist in MSN - I'll take your suggestion and look at the touring forum - Unterhausen - Instruction sheet a great idea! I'm thinking with pictures in case of...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-02-19, 08:33 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 4,338
Posted By 83cannondale

Bike box and packing tips for international flights

Hello all - I'm in Wisconsin, USA and I'm hoping to do PBP 1200k in paris this year and will be shipping my bike. It has fenders, lights, back rack, etc. I've read horror stories about TSA opening...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-19, 09:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 12,556
Posted By 83cannondale

Used one in the 70s almost every day

In college this was my go to pump for sew ups which we ran at about 100-120psi. Used every ride because we deflated the tire after every ride! I used it for a couple of seasons that way. It was a...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-19, 09:19 AM
Replies: 2,348
Views: 355,049
Posted By 83cannondale

I'm liking it.. Triple..! Is that an "endurance"...

I'm liking it.. Triple..! Is that an "endurance" bike?
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-18-19, 04:53 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 26,110
Posted By 83cannondale

Dunno - good question though. Mostly I found it...

Dunno - good question though. Mostly I found it interesting that that particular battery lamp could be charged off dynamo.

Nice catch on the batteries though. Not good to have incorrect info.
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Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-18-19, 10:31 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 26,110
Posted By 83cannondale

Kingston - Just a quick thought about Ixon...

Kingston - Just a quick thought about Ixon Premium and other AA battery based gps, lights - It's my understanding that with the proper cable and maybe USB charger (?)( Peter White) the Ixon IQ can...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
01-14-19, 10:14 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 26,110
Posted By 83cannondale

Kingston - That's the way I'm going as well. As...

Kingston - That's the way I'm going as well. As mentioned I settled on the Edelux II, Son 28 (existing) BM top light with brake light feature ( does that do any good I wonder? ). I also am trying...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-18, 09:09 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,490
Posted By 83cannondale

As mentioned might be a 1970s Cinelli with...

As mentioned might be a 1970s Cinelli with braze-ons added. Housing guides on top tube added? Fork crown is Cinelli-like. I think the RD cable housing stop too. Racy geometry too. Not sure about...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-29-18, 08:41 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 26,110
Posted By 83cannondale

CliffordK - Thanks for the links - super...

CliffordK - Thanks for the links - super pricing..!
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-29-18, 08:32 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 26,110
Posted By 83cannondale

I've read several threads on the failure and most...

I've read several threads on the failure and most move toward failure at the remote switch. My failure first started on a 300km damp, drizzly night. Light flashed very bright a couple of times then...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-29-18, 08:04 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 26,110
Posted By 83cannondale

Thanks for the input..! I do have fenders - I...

Thanks for the input..! I do have fenders - I see that water infiltration is a known bug in the Lumotec IQ2 Luxos U. There is a wired, remote handlebar switch that the water gets into and boluxes...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-27-18, 09:57 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 26,110
Posted By 83cannondale

Good info, thanks a bunch. Any comments on...

Good info, thanks a bunch. Any comments on waterproofing? That's what killed my Lumotec IQ2 Luxos U. I do like the idea of the coaxial extra connector for USB charging. Also wondering about...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
12-26-18, 10:24 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 26,110
Posted By 83cannondale

What's the hot setup for 2019 dynamo lighting?

My B&M Lumotec IQ2 Luxos U with USB charger and handlebar on-off switch just took a dump on me because of getting caught in the rain. I'm looking for a good great rando front dynamo light. Looking...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-25-18, 03:05 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,335
Posted By 83cannondale

So... What's to be done for one that is...

So...
What's to be done for one that is blinking? Garbage?, disassemble to dry out? How is that done? Buy new switch?
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-25-18, 02:58 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,335
Posted By 83cannondale

Not sure for the diff - hard wired vs ???

My light does have 4 spade connectors coming from it. I'm guessing that's not "hard wired"

Any thoughts? I rode to work this morning and the light started out "off". I pressed the button and it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-25-18, 02:52 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,510
Posted By 83cannondale

Oops - on closer examination I did notice a...

Oops - on closer examination I did notice a slight flat spot on the rim - Thanks for the input, I did get some good tips on greasing spoke threads, etc.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-24-18, 05:24 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 16,335
Posted By 83cannondale

Older thread I know - My light just started the...

Older thread I know - My light just started the same thing - It has been damp lately, not down pour though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-23-18, 12:16 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 21,233
Posted By 83cannondale

Me too !

Me too in that I always wear a helmet, Me too in that one dark and stormy night I was hit by a car - it was years ago, no helmet. Me too in that a couple months ago I was cruising along on my 83...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-17-18, 11:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 5,385
Posted By 83cannondale

Thanks guys - good suggestions - I'll follow up...

Thanks guys - good suggestions - I'll follow up on those I can
83
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-09-18, 12:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 797
Posted By 83cannondale

Bike repair stand?

Hi - I was a bike mechanic in the mid and late 70s and enjoyed the park repair stands. I see the clamping mechanism has changed since then. The ones I used were suited for steel frames, Aluminium...
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