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05-04-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 410
Posted By USAZorro

Where is it showing? Used to be able to get the...

Where is it showing? Used to be able to get the RAI stream years ago, but the geographically restricted it.
05-04-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 280
Posted By USAZorro

It's been a while since the outcome of a sporting...

It's been a while since the outcome of a sporting event was so uniformly agreed upon by the experts.

Da Bears
05-04-24, 06:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 410
Posted By USAZorro

I have learned to not trust sprinters. Am glad...

I have learned to not trust sprinters. Am glad Jasper isn't in this, as I'd almost feel compelled to put his loathesome carcass on my team

I went with Arensman because I don't have a good feeling...
05-03-24, 08:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 280
Posted By USAZorro

De nada. :D I initially selected Girmay,...

De nada. :D

I initially selected Girmay, but saw another rider with more consistent results expressing quite a bit of confidence and made some adjustments. With Girmay, the problem is that he's...
05-03-24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 615
Posted By USAZorro

I'm surprised folks are missing the obvious. ...

I'm surprised folks are missing the obvious. Streamers on the handlebars and playing cards clipped to the stays to make those really cool sounds when they hit the spokes. :innocent:
05-01-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 410
Posted By USAZorro

I wonder if anyone will pass up Tadej. ...

I wonder if anyone will pass up Tadej.

Personally, Cian seems a good call for young rider and decent placing on GC. Not long of a wait to see.
04-30-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 81
Posted By USAZorro

Stage 19 ...

Stage 19

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04-30-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 81
Posted By USAZorro

2024 Giro - Week 3 Profiles and Routes

Stage 16

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04-30-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 59
Posted By USAZorro

Stage 13 ...

Stage 13


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04-30-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 59
Posted By USAZorro

2024 Giro - Week 2 Profiles and Routes

Stage 10

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04-30-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 89
Posted By USAZorro

Stage 6 ...

Stage 6


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04-30-24, 04:33 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 89
Posted By USAZorro

2024 Giro - Week 1 Profiles and Routes

As in past years, the content is from the Official Website, and posting here is meant only as a reference and the thread for discussion. No claim is made to ownership and no financial benefit falls...
04-30-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 169
Posted By USAZorro

Sounds good. I'll push them out tonight or...

Sounds good. I'll push them out tonight or tomorrow.
04-29-24, 08:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 169
Posted By USAZorro

I don't have the keys to the game. :(

I don't have the keys to the game. :(
04-29-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 169
Posted By USAZorro

We doing a Fantasy Giro?

I have Profiles and Routes saved, but won't bother making threads if we're not interested.
04-29-24, 09:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,056
Posted By USAZorro

If I cared about how fast I rode, I'd likely have...

If I cared about how fast I rode, I'd likely have nightmares. I have bikes that are light enough and fast enough to satisfy me. Also, have other things that require money far more than a bike that...
04-27-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,680
Posted By USAZorro

Actually, the cap was what I thought was most...

Actually, the cap was what I thought was most likely. Hope that's what it was.
04-26-24, 02:16 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,680
Posted By USAZorro

I'm not certain if it is an artifact of the...

I'm not certain if it is an artifact of the camera angle, or whether it's the positioning of the cap, or if the fork is truly a bit cock-eyed, but if you haven't already measured it, it couldn't hurt...
04-26-24, 02:09 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,680
Posted By USAZorro

One build can be submitted in multiple categories.

One build can be submitted in multiple categories.
04-22-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,211
Posted By USAZorro

I voted 32s - with the presumption being that the...

I voted 32s - with the presumption being that the bike should have mud guards, and 35s would give dicey clearance. If 35s and mud guards are not mutually exclusive, go for it.
04-19-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,282
Posted By USAZorro

It's definitely a common issue, but not a given. ...

It's definitely a common issue, but not a given. As you point out, it truly comes down to whether they actually want it. Communication is key here - especially if you have some doubts about whether...
04-12-24, 09:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,016
Posted By USAZorro

I am so sorry to hear this. I recall reading...

I am so sorry to hear this. I recall reading some of his postings, and he will be missed here. I can only offer you my condolences. :(

I hope you can find some measure of peace in your good...
04-04-24, 02:21 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 536
Posted By USAZorro

A few years back I took a 1962 Ross (Chain Bike...

A few years back I took a 1962 Ross (Chain Bike Corp actually) bike from a state similar to this to a freshly painted red 3-speed with coaster brake and gifted it to my wife's piano teacher.

The...
04-01-24, 03:57 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,680
Posted By USAZorro

Autumnal Equinox - which I will go out on a limb...

Autumnal Equinox - which I will go out on a limb and say is September 22.
04-01-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,680
Posted By USAZorro

Yes. No limit on number of entries per person.

Yes. No limit on number of entries per person.
03-31-24, 06:34 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,680
Posted By USAZorro

On the Road Again Project Challenges - Again

"On the Road Again" Challenges Anyone who's spent any amount of time in C&V knows that there are many here who enjoy projects. There are also many who enjoy riding. And there are those who enjoy a...
03-31-24, 01:17 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,080
Posted By USAZorro

I like being able to reach the drops. :innocent:

I like being able to reach the drops. :innocent:
03-28-24, 06:14 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,100
Posted By USAZorro

Did Adventureman give his blessing? :innocent: ...

Did Adventureman give his blessing? :innocent:

Love the bit of whimsy. :thumb:

Wasn't sure what to expect when I saw the thread title. I half imagined I'd see hubs with stems sticking out of...
03-26-24, 02:27 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 5,381
Posted By USAZorro

So my frame can be 1985, but my bar-cons have to...

So my frame can be 1985, but my bar-cons have to be 79. :thumb:
03-25-24, 08:30 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,275
Posted By USAZorro

My "new" bike identifies, but it can legitimately...

My "new" bike identifies, but it can legitimately say, "I was born this way".

...
03-25-24, 02:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 288
Posted By USAZorro

Are you copying from an album, or from...

Are you copying from an album, or from photostream? I'm not sure if it makes a difference.

I always download to my PC and then add the picture from there. Having 6TB frees me of worry about...
03-23-24, 05:48 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 769
Posted By USAZorro

I used to think stuff like this might matter, but...

I used to think stuff like this might matter, but after several dozen wheels for my own use, I am starting to think that many of the "finer points" of wheelbuilding are inconsequential, and that the...
03-20-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,335
Posted By USAZorro

This, + the Trek ...

This, + the Trek


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Could create:

...
03-12-24, 06:51 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 646
Posted By USAZorro

From the top tube decal, I'm thinking Gran Course.

From the top tube decal, I'm thinking Gran Course.
03-10-24, 07:28 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 669
Posted By USAZorro

Looks like Bones dislikes bar tape as much as I...

Looks like Bones dislikes bar tape as much as I do. :innocent:
03-09-24, 07:17 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 6,176
Posted By USAZorro

Hands down: ...

Hands down:


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03-04-24, 03:47 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 16,255
Posted By USAZorro

When I limited myself to "1970s Raleighs with 531...

When I limited myself to "1970s Raleighs with 531 or 753 tubing", it helped keep me from wildly pursuing whatever "deal" popped up. On the other side, it sort of obligated me to get at least one of...
03-04-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 315
Views: 16,255
Posted By USAZorro

I'm at not too different a point from...

I'm at not too different a point from Adventureman. Several years ago I ceased chasing anything other than what I had worked out to be my focus. I've had a couple lapses since then and have a few...
02-24-24, 07:01 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,157
Posted By USAZorro

Thank you. Hopefully will be able to properly...

Thank you. Hopefully will be able to properly identify my orange monstrosity following the updates. :)
02-21-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 527
Posted By USAZorro

I'd be interested if rhm passes. I could use...

I'd be interested if rhm passes. I could use that frame for a Super Tourer.
02-20-24, 01:13 PM
Replies: 6,500
Views: 792,687
Posted By USAZorro

I have absolutely no idea which posting this...

I have absolutely no idea which posting this relates to. I may not be the only one. In the interest of clarity and good communication can you please reference the posting number this associates...
02-18-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,103
Posted By USAZorro

Seatstay treatment indicates insanity. :innocent:...

Seatstay treatment indicates insanity. :innocent:

Looks a nice enough frame, but not much effort was put into thinning or refining lugs.
02-14-24, 10:27 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 787
Posted By USAZorro

Who rides with their hands in the drops anyway? ...

Who rides with their hands in the drops anyway? :innocent:
02-12-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 6,500
Views: 792,687
Posted By USAZorro

I have a relatively pristine chromed steel rear...

I have a relatively pristine chromed steel rear rim that's laced to a Sturmey Archer AW hub shell. What I'm lacking is the business part of the hub. I have a more modern RSF hub that's not laced to...
02-11-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 401
Posted By USAZorro

I'd need to either see the frame in person, or...

I'd need to either see the frame in person, or get a high quality, slow moving video that sweeps the top tube before agreeing to purchase. I see what LOOKS to be two small, shallow creases and...
02-10-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,368
Posted By USAZorro

Updating an older bike - especially one that...

Updating an older bike - especially one that either is not exactly an heirloom, or which has paint that is poor enough to require a repaint (My own personal criteria. Not necessarily others') is one...
02-09-24, 04:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,332
Posted By USAZorro

I was very fortunate last year, and it put me in...

I was very fortunate last year, and it put me in the position that I am very seriously not looking to take on any additional bikes until the project backlog disappears. I made a few deals that saw...
02-09-24, 01:48 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,941
Posted By USAZorro

Oh no! Your co-pilot is a bundle of sweetness. ...

Oh no! Your co-pilot is a bundle of sweetness. Hope this ends well.
02-09-24, 01:42 PM
Replies: 6,500
Views: 792,687
Posted By USAZorro

My 1978 (the different style with no chrome on...

My 1978 (the different style with no chrome on the frame and with Sun Tour mechs) also had 700c with Weinmann concaves.
02-08-24, 09:35 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 691
Posted By USAZorro

It's a step above a department store bike. Truly...

It's a step above a department store bike. Truly not worth much or anything special, but it's reasonably well made. Good suggestion on the alternate source for a nicer bike. Worth it only if one...
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