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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-24, 06:14 AM
Replies: 210
Views: 12,740
Posted By Jeff Neese

The people who are downplaying the comparison to...

The people who are downplaying the comparison to a manual transmission are probably not speaking from experience, with either friction shifting, manual transmissions, or both. There certainly is a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 2,748
Posted By indyfabz

Consider the source.

Consider the source.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-24, 06:03 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 2,748
Posted By seypat

I expected this thread to be earth shattering...

I expected this thread to be earth shattering from the title. I was greatly disappointed.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-24, 05:43 AM
Replies: 129
Views: 2,748
Posted By njkayaker

Only you are confused. There’s no indication...

Only you are confused.

There’s no indication you are getting what people are criticizing you for.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-25-24, 04:50 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 463
Posted By indyfabz

It also helped me arrive energized at work...

It also helped me arrive energized at work despite getting up really early for a bike-train-bike commute to the office.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-24, 04:31 AM
Replies: 188
Views: 5,014
Posted By PeteHski

My experience is very similar to yours. So at...

My experience is very similar to yours. So at least we know that tubeless can work well with little maintenance. Some people have a few issues and some appear to have every issue you could possibly...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-24, 04:14 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 94
Posted By Duragrouch

Here are the possibilities: - No inspection, no...

Here are the possibilities:
- No inspection, no crank failure.
- No inspection, crank does fail. Bad failure mode, may slam your crotch against top tube and/or slam one or both feet into ground and...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-25-24, 03:56 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,537
Posted By bruce19

When I went to school to be certified to teach...

When I went to school to be certified to teach Tech Ed, electric motors were indeed motors. FWIW, my instructors made the distinction that electric was "motors" and gas was "engines."
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-24, 03:44 AM
Replies: 210
Views: 12,740
Posted By PeteHski

Indexed shifters that work are pretty mainstream...

Indexed shifters that work are pretty mainstream in 2024 and not just for the elite. Just sayin……
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-24, 03:43 AM
Replies: 5,282
Views: 135,136
Posted By indyfabz

Triple play, baby! Talk about a 1-2-3 inning. ...

Triple play, baby! Talk about a 1-2-3 inning.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=JTKD4bkNOwo&pp=ygUUdHJpcGxlIHBsYXkgYmFzZWJhbGw%3D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-24, 03:38 AM
Replies: 210
Views: 12,740
Posted By PeteHski

When I started riding bikes as a kid in the mid...

When I started riding bikes as a kid in the mid 70s, 5 speed was the standard and then 6 speed was introduced - obviously just a marketing ploy right?

So moving on through the years and decades,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-24, 03:06 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 72
Posted By hidetaka

Not really, threads look like new, the clamping...

Not really, threads look like new, the clamping doesn't seem to deteriorate over time. I don't touch it much, but whenever I do, it's holding tight.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-24, 02:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 72
Posted By hidetaka

I've been using mine successfully for over a year...

I've been using mine successfully for over a year despite the Risk (yes, a hilarious name for a brand). Steel is stronger than Ti, but how strong do QRs really need to be?
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-24-24, 11:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 597
Posted By Duragrouch

(above) Fabulous. A folder can't do everything,...

(above) Fabulous. A folder can't do everything, but with a good frame and hinge design, and properly equipped, you'd be surprised what they can do, and how well they do it.
...
Forum: Southern California
06-24-24, 11:11 PM
Replies: 2,973
Views: 398,406
Posted By diphthong

40-miler taking in old town, mission bay, la...

40-miler taking in old town, mission bay, la jolla and balboa park. a respectable climb up to
mount soledad. not able to start until just
before noon and pretty toasty inland. coastal breezes were...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 6,628
Views: 634,961
Posted By diphthong

mostly coastal 40-spot. twas a bit warm inland.

mostly coastal 40-spot. twas a bit warm inland.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-24, 10:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 152
Posted By downtube42

When I lived in Texas, I'd ride overnight. Head...

When I lived in Texas, I'd ride overnight. Head out around ten PM Friday night. Roads were dead out in the country. About 4am it really cooled down.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-24, 10:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 114
Posted By cyclic_eric

You certainly don't need turned down or drop...

You certainly don't need turned down or drop handlebars to have fun on a bike! Some of my best days of riding were on 3-speed style upright handlebars.
Any day you get out on a bike is a better one.
Forum: Framebuilders
06-24-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 281
Posted By bulgie

I'm sure you know to clean up inside the socket...

I'm sure you know to clean up inside the socket on IC crowns to get fresh shiny steel for the braze to bond with. The cast surface doesn't make nearly as strong a braze, not sure why.. But in doing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 312
Posted By cyclic_eric

Beautiful bike. I have a roughly 1983 vintage...

Beautiful bike. I have a roughly 1983 vintage super and I love the ride.
You can certainly put on any pedals you wish. 140mm stems may be hard to find - perhaps you could use a shorter stem,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-24-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 155
Posted By Kontact

The front derailleur won't work. Shimano changed...

The front derailleur won't work. Shimano changed the derailleur throw radically.

The crank will probably work. It is easy enough to take a junk piece of 11 speed chain and see if it will wedge...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 09:56 PM
Replies: 210
Views: 12,740
Posted By PromptCritical

Well, after about three months of frustration...

Well, after about three months of frustration with dealing with the indexed shifters on the tandem (and a few dangerous incidents when we found neutral at inopportune times) I ditched the indexed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 09:40 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 87
Posted By AdventureManCO

This is something we'd really love to see...

This is something we'd really love to see pictures of. I'm a big fan of Miyata.

You need 10 posts on this site before you can post pictures, and I think you are limited to 5 posts per day until...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 15,520
Views: 4,199,724
Posted By RustyJames

Whoa!! Not expecting that as I scrolled down the...

Whoa!! Not expecting that as I scrolled down the thread. Story please…
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 396
Posted By Wildwood

Who rode Mavic 280 rim on a rear wheel? Except...

Who rode Mavic 280 rim on a rear wheel? Except on a track. Especially with hard skinny tubulars. Answer = only a lightweight racer or a wheelbuilder.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 09:16 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 967
Posted By rsbob

In 100% agreement with you. :)

In 100% agreement with you. :)
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-24, 09:10 PM
Replies: 5,282
Views: 135,136
Posted By big john

Some highlights of the XC race. Schurter is still...

Some highlights of the XC race. Schurter is still out there @38 years old.
RACE HIGHLIGHTS | Elite Men XCO World Cup Crans Montana, Switzerland - YouTube
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 09:04 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 872
Posted By Wildwood

.......long live friction shifting...

.......long live friction shifting interoperability?....:p only a short reach away. :thumb:

If it doesn't click for you,... we've all been there too. :D
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-24, 09:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 152
Posted By pepperbelly

The roads around me are too busy and dangerous. I...

The roads around me are too busy and dangerous. I plan on going to a local lake trail.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 152
Posted By shelbyfv

I don't like to start before 8:00. I like to...

I don't like to start before 8:00. I like to drink my coffee leisurely. I also don't want to be on the road impeding people trying to get to work. :rolleyes:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 08:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 312
Posted By merziac

@jyl, :thumb: Welcome back John, about D**N...

@jyl, :thumb:

Welcome back John, about D**N time. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 156
Posted By Wildwood

edit: I know, this map is not Monterey Peninsula...

edit: I know, this map is not Monterey Peninsula = :o, but it is better than BUMP. Wish I could be there.

I have a lot of fond memories kindled in this map. Davenport and back in the early...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 662
Posted By bboy314

Cantilever/linear pull studs are not...

Cantilever/linear pull studs are not interchangeable with roller cam/u brake studs.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 5,282
Views: 135,136
Posted By rjones28

Northern Illinois Gran Fonda Tour Against...

Northern Illinois

Gran Fonda Tour Against Cancer - FHN Foundation - About Us - FHN (https://www.fhn.org/gran-fonda-tour-against-cancer.asp)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 662
Posted By bboy314

These will not work. This frame has mounts for...

These will not work. This frame has mounts for Roller Cam or U-brakes, which use studs that are LARGER IN DIAMETER than canti studs.

OP, you should read up on the differences between brake types....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 08:15 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 967
Posted By Koyote

I'm not stuck on a position regarding tires, and...

I'm not stuck on a position regarding tires, and I don't think any other tubeless bf'ers are, either. That sort of dogmatism seems to be the exclusive domain of the anti-tubeless crowd. I am,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 114
Posted By big john

Just keep going and keep it fun.

Just keep going and keep it fun.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 08:06 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 967
Posted By rsbob

A few years back, riding a tandem, my buddy and I...

A few years back, riding a tandem, my buddy and I did a 3000, 60 mile organized ride. We had a front flat about 5 miles into the ride, so we swapped in a fresh tube. When we hit the summit/turn...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 114
Posted By ScottCommutes

At least (to my thinking), bike riding is one of...

At least (to my thinking), bike riding is one of the most fun forms of exercise.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 152
Posted By zandoval

Here in Central Texas it dose not get over 92°F...

Here in Central Texas it dose not get over 92°F till 11:30. Get up at dawn? Nope...

But I would if it was the only way I could ride!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 2,748
Posted By phughes

Yep, don't worry about a helmet, it's not...

Yep, don't worry about a helmet, it's not necessary.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 114
Posted By Mtracer

Consistent riding is the key. Perhaps consider...

Consistent riding is the key. Perhaps consider getting setup with an indoor trainer for those days you can’t ride outside.

kKep at it and I hope you get hooked on riding.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 210
Views: 12,740
Posted By genejockey

If you only have 7 speeds from 11t to 34t, you...

If you only have 7 speeds from 11t to 34t, you have yawning chasms between the gears, so you get to choose between spinning at 110, or grinding at 70. Personally, I prefer to spin around 90-95. So,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 129
Views: 2,748
Posted By phughes

For the love of god, get a clue! The issue is...

For the love of god, get a clue! The issue is your original post had absolutely nothing in it that enabled anyone to know what the post was about. You posted a picture, on that had nothing describing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 967
Posted By jadmt

yesterday my riding buddy ran over a pile of dog...

yesterday my riding buddy ran over a pile of dog ***** that was on steroids. not sure how he didn't see it but it was the size of a 2lb sausage. it stunk bad like he was behind me and I could smell...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 114
Posted By shelbyfv

Outstanding! Check back in a few months and let...

Outstanding! Check back in a few months and let us know how much you've improved. :thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 114
Posted By Ditto1958

Went on my longest ride yet this year

I’m recovering from knee surgery, plus I’m old and overweight. I got a bike this spring and my goal is to us it to get back into better shape. And, as a really high goal, I’d like to get back to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 967
Posted By shelbyfv

Another fun fact is that Federal funding accounts...

Another fun fact is that Federal funding accounts for almost 40% of the Idaho State budget. Despite what they might say they love Uncle's $. :roflmao:
Forum: Touring
06-24-24, 07:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 262
Posted By veganbikes

That is what I was figuring. I might ask some...

That is what I was figuring. I might ask some folks and see if there is a better solution. Not that Hose clamps are bad but I want a super clean solution almost factory looking solution. But then...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 289
Posted By Kontact

Sport touring bikes continued to be sold well...

Sport touring bikes continued to be sold well after 1983.
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