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Forum: For Sale
12-24-23, 07:13 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 678
Posted By BurleyCat

Anyone claim it?

Hi, free is a very good price. I never torque my small fasteners, trusting to experience and 'feel'. But I am frequently asked to help others in this town (free of bike shops) and wonder if it would...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-21, 11:31 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 9,780
Posted By BurleyCat

Mustache bars a good choice. Anything that puts...

Mustache bars a good choice. Anything that puts you too far back/upright will place weight on your butt (painful) and move the weight distribution rearward in general. If you go for mountain bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-21, 04:27 PM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,615
Posted By BurleyCat

Circus

Circus bears ride bikes and turn.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-21, 11:47 AM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,615
Posted By BurleyCat

Angles

Head angle is only one factor. Trail, wheelbase, weight distribution, and surface condition (including traction) all contribute. It’s intuitive for the great majority of us. There’s a few...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-21, 11:54 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 9,454
Posted By BurleyCat

I don't own any tubeless wheels, so don't know...

I don't own any tubeless wheels, so don't know about that. What about deep rims? I've got two bikes with semi-aero hoops and am sure a Schrader stem wouldn't be long enough even if I drilled out the...
Forum: For Sale
03-07-21, 07:21 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,802
Posted By BurleyCat

Local shop?

Could you provide me with that local shop information? Pack and ship may put it out of range for me but, if so, it’s information others may find useful.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-15-21, 01:11 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 10,826
Posted By BurleyCat

I lived in the southern portion of the area for...

I lived in the southern portion of the area for years. If my memory is correct you can take Carmel Valley Rd to King City. Once you reach 101 there will be a turn off on Hwy 46 that rejoins Hwy 1...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-21, 06:41 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,451
Posted By BurleyCat

Litter

By “Mexican Raleigh” do you mean ‘made in Mexico’?
Not all classic Raleighs are English made, though I’ve not heard of a Mexican factory before. Quality can be rough on the offshore produced bikes.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-21, 05:29 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,451
Posted By BurleyCat

Good ‘un

You got a good ‘un
Forum: Road Cycling
12-21-20, 12:35 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 12,735
Posted By BurleyCat

I think it is sport for some folks. How late...

I think it is sport for some folks.

How late it is, how late...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-20, 01:05 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 14,227
Posted By BurleyCat

Paper boy

[QUOTE=Shp4man;21824409]Or any of the banana seat/ape hangers/20 inch tire bikes popular back in the day?

I purchased a lime green first generation Schwinn Stingray with paper route savings. $69...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
11-16-20, 09:10 PM
Replies: 366
Views: 97,190
Posted By BurleyCat

Great bike/multi-use path. No disappointment.

Great bike/multi-use path. No disappointment.
Forum: Pacific Northwest
11-16-20, 09:06 PM
Replies: 366
Views: 97,190
Posted By BurleyCat

Near home

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Forum: Pacific Northwest
11-16-20, 08:54 PM
Replies: 366
Views: 97,190
Posted By BurleyCat

Hmmm, Siuslaw?

Hmmm, Siuslaw?
Forum: Pacific Northwest
11-16-20, 08:44 PM
Replies: 1,187
Views: 154,828
Posted By BurleyCat

Coastie

Bike commute days are over, retired in Nehalem, Tillamook County. Too many tourists on the road during the dry season. Not enough bike lanes, or even a fog line, with the exception of Hwy 101...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-16-20, 07:44 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,451
Posted By BurleyCat

Hard to imagine applying enough force to ‘bulge’...

Hard to imagine applying enough force to ‘bulge’ or expand tubing with the stem wedge. What makes you think that happened?
On another note, is that a contemporary seat bag? Canvas? Carradice?
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
11-16-20, 07:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 710
Posted By BurleyCat

Easy

Easy...when you know how.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
11-16-20, 02:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 710
Posted By BurleyCat

What is the secret to being able to post?

Not a Facebook user. I get notifications from bikeforums regularly but don’t often go deep into the page. Maybe I’m inept (probably) but when I try to respond or post I’m notified that I’m not...
Forum: Introductions
12-04-19, 05:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,024
Posted By BurleyCat

How do you carry your contracting tools? A...

How do you carry your contracting tools? A trailer? I've observed a few purpose built trailers clearly being used to transport tools to worksites. Ambitious, especially in a rainy city like Portland....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-02-19, 12:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,541
Posted By BurleyCat

Hmmm, is this the appropriate place to respond? ...

Hmmm, is this the appropriate place to respond?

What do I love about commuter bikes? Love is a strong word, but I very much appreciate that a commuter bike is less likely to be a product of trends...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-19, 08:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,086
Posted By BurleyCat

Sturmey Archer Driver

The teeth are shaped differently, but I think it must be a single speed SA hub. The shop, Pacific Coast Cycles in Oceanside CA is closing down and there is a large selection of new and used obscure...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-19, 11:01 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,451
Posted By BurleyCat

I'm considering going to a 700c wheel on my 1950...

I'm considering going to a 700c wheel on my 1950 Rudge, because they're more common than the 27" as found on my Raleigh Sprite 5spd. There appears to be plenty of room in the fork and rear triangle....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-19, 10:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,086
Posted By BurleyCat

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Maybe someone here can identify this driver? I'm away from home and dropped into...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-26-19, 08:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,086
Posted By BurleyCat

I'll visit the 'Love of English 3 Speed' site....

I'll visit the 'Love of English 3 Speed' site. Meanwhile, can you confirm whether a modern track cog will thread directly onto a 1950 threaded SA 3 spd hub? They're more readily available than...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-19, 08:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,086
Posted By BurleyCat

700c or 27" rims are tempting, since there's...

700c or 27" rims are tempting, since there's apparently enough room in the fork and rear triangle. I also own a Raleigh 5 spd 27" Sprint and it rolls along very well. Now that I've posted the minimum...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-19, 07:41 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,086
Posted By BurleyCat

That's a beauty, for sure. Very similar to mine....

That's a beauty, for sure. Very similar to mine. It was in pieces for awhile and I'm trying to round up all the bits. The rear hub is stamped '50' but I was told it was purchased in '51. Someone more...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-19, 05:48 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,086
Posted By BurleyCat

Aha, that's helpful. My Rudge Whitworth has a 48...

Aha, that's helpful. My Rudge Whitworth has a 48 tooth chainring and my SA hub takes a threaded, not splined, rear cog.

I hadn't considered going above 21t for the cog, so your response is much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-19, 04:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 7,086
Posted By BurleyCat

Sturmey Archer gearing

I live in moderately hilly terrain and sometimes ride my older (~1951) 3 speed on short jaunts to town. I also provide mechanical help for two friends who have classic 3 spd bikes, and we all could...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-25-19, 09:07 AM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,417
Posted By BurleyCat

For years one had to search to find a mountain...

For years one had to search to find a mountain bike with flat bars, or aftermarket bars, with a sweep greater than 5 or 6 degrees. Looking at the sweep on off road motorcycles, beginning decades...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-23-19, 01:25 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 28,105
Posted By BurleyCat

You end your post with: I'm just baffled....

You end your post with:

I'm just baffled. How can you blame a cyclist for riding in the bike lane and not blame the careless driver who flings their door open? How do we change people's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-19, 11:53 AM
Replies: 801
Views: 99,417
Posted By BurleyCat

'peer' pressure

I'm not convinced that people are told (as mentioned above) what handlebars to use. I think that most people don't go to the trouble (and expense) of trying out the options. Manufacturers for decades...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-19, 11:31 AM
Replies: 293
Views: 33,094
Posted By BurleyCat

Newbie or busy

Though I probably spend more time on the laptop than I'd like to acknowledge, taking part in 10 conversations on this site is taking me a while. Those who support the rule (which prevented me from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-19, 02:51 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,864
Posted By BurleyCat

GED117, That sounds like an exceptional bicycle....

GED117, That sounds like an exceptional bicycle. Similar models are uncommon here in the USA. My 1950's Rudge Sports is all English construction, while my mid to late 60's Raleigh Sprite is a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-19, 01:09 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,864
Posted By BurleyCat

I don't ride with a speedo, so can't speak to...

I don't ride with a speedo, so can't speak to relative speed. So 'seems' is as subjective as 'feels' when talking about rolling, but is a quality that definitely contributes to enjoyment. I wonder...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-19, 11:58 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 21,681
Posted By BurleyCat

When I walked in to The Bicycle Trip in Santa...

When I walked in to The Bicycle Trip in Santa Cruz in Winter '76 all the bikes I was considering had low flange hubs. When I enquired I was told that high flanges were out fashion.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-19-19, 11:55 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 12,864
Posted By BurleyCat

26" wheels don't seem to roll as well to me, so...

26" wheels don't seem to roll as well to me, so I'm on a 27" steel frame English commuter...
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