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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 6,628
Views: 634,805
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: 6
Views: 119
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: 7
Views: 95
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: 269
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: 263
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: 142
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: 202
Views: 12,655
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: 57
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: 4,199,305
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: Road Cycling
06-24-24, 09:10 PM
Replies: 5,279
Views: 134,984
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: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 119
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: 263
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: 154
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: 647
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: 5,279
Views: 134,984
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: 647
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: 61
Views: 880
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: 7
Views: 95
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: 61
Views: 880
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: 7
Views: 95
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: 6
Views: 119
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: 126
Views: 2,675
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: 7
Views: 95
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: 202
Views: 12,655
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: 126
Views: 2,675
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: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 95
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: 7
Views: 95
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: 61
Views: 880
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: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 249
Posted By Kontact

Sport touring bikes continued to be sold well...

Sport touring bikes continued to be sold well after 1983.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 07:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 249
Posted By sd5782

Bonus on the already mentioned 1983 and earlier...

Bonus on the already mentioned 1983 and earlier sport touring style bikes is their geometry may suit your riding better. Probably less trail and not such steep angles which may be a bit more...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 1,281
Views: 362,757
Posted By jaseyjase

Some minor changes since the last time seen here....

Some minor changes since the last time seen here.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53814251669_bbb4fd09a9_h.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 2,675
Posted By Leisesturm

You say that like it's a bad thing. "There would...

You say that like it's a bad thing. "There would have been this, there would have been that ...". An adult does not get excused because they did not do a minimal survey of the community they are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 249
Posted By Kontact

I had a Technium TriLite that would take 700x30...

I had a Technium TriLite that would take 700x30 Kenda Kwik knobby cyclocross tires.

That bike was designed for 700c wheels. But any of the "sport touring" bikes of the time that came with 27"...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 647
Posted By curbtender

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/679x679/51jm4bm3rxl_ac_sx679__f4052399aac85ada80337b878ef47114f0c853b6.jpg
They are the brake studs these mount on. I see they have two...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 06:50 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 647
Posted By bboy314

Mounting bolts aren’t the issue - it’s the studs...

Mounting bolts aren’t the issue - it’s the studs themselves, which thread into the frame. The bolts attach the brake arms to the studs.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-24, 06:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 143
Posted By SoSmellyAir

I suspect Mike Deason may be a Larry Sellerz...

I suspect Mike Deason may be a Larry Sellerz alter ego?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 06:49 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 880
Posted By Maelochs

Nah, dude ... you are doing it all wrong....

Nah, dude ... you are doing it all wrong. Tubeless is a major hassle.

Don't you read Bike Forums?

:D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 2,675
Posted By Maelochs

that ship has sailed, and sunk. I don't care...

that ship has sailed, and sunk.

I don't care what bikes you buy. Shills don't Buy the stuff they shill, the get paid to tell Other people to buy the stuff. Shills get paid to Hype the stuff ... ...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 21,418
Views: 5,346,021
Posted By jaxgtr

So after messing with the rear wheel brake,...

So after messing with the rear wheel brake, realized the caliper and piston are acting fine, I just need to get some rotor spacers for my second wheelset. So I ordered some from Boyd Cycling, they...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 2,675
Posted By Maelochs

I am betting on two models, Madona and A_Demon....

I am betting on two models, Madona and A_Demon. Get both ends and the middle of the limited-letter-choice naming spectrum.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,611
Posted By curbtender

https://www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-news/2018...

https://www.bicycleretailer.com/industry-news/2018/01/03/pioneer-distributor-bob-fluhr-dies-83
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 5,279
Views: 134,984
Posted By datlas

https://youtu.be/_VrFV5r8cs0?si=DIoPfTbE-TotNL6x

https://youtu.be/_VrFV5r8cs0?si=DIoPfTbE-TotNL6x
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 249
Posted By icemilkcoffee

All mid 80's touring bikes can take 32's. A lot...

All mid 80's touring bikes can take 32's. A lot of these bikes came with 27" wheels. So right off the bat you get 4mm freebie when you convert to 700c.
Forum: Framebuilders
06-24-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 269
Posted By Nessism

My failing in terms of brazing, is I tend to add...

My failing in terms of brazing, is I tend to add too much filler, and then I wind up with excess work cleaning off the excess on the lug edge.

And this won't be my first brazed fork, rather, I...
Forum: Electric Bikes
06-24-24, 06:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 477
Posted By BNB

That's the plan despite long drive to get to one...

That's the plan despite long drive to get to one ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 21,973
Views: 3,264,242
Posted By 1989Pre

I rode last friday, so this is my second long...

I rode last friday, so this is my second long ride in 4 days. I hope I keep up this frequency of maybe every 3 days. Today, in mid-70's F temps (25C) and partly cloudy, I rode fifty miles to one of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 05:57 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 263
Posted By jyl

I struggle to ride a bike without clipless...

I struggle to ride a bike without clipless pedals, or at very least toe clips, so I only have a few blocks’ saddle time on the bike. Rides very nicely - yes, not a beater at all, but that’s what I...
Forum: Framebuilders
06-24-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 101
Posted By unterhausen

I think they fail to reinforce there because it's...

I think they fail to reinforce there because it's cheaper and passes the safety tests. It's not really a safety issue, so of course the safety tests don't find the problem. If this was out of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 05:52 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 880
Posted By unterhausen

I hate tubes and I love the fact that tubeless...

I hate tubes and I love the fact that tubeless means I almost never have to fix flats. But I need someone to convince me that I can run 30mm tires tubeless without worry.

The other thread is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-24, 05:45 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 880
Posted By datlas

This thread is sick.

This thread is sick.
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