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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 03:35 PM
Replies: 8,034
Views: 998,954
Posted By JaccoW

Life is a lot easier with the right tools. ...

Life is a lot easier with the right tools.

In this case, a headset press tool from Cyclus (https://shop.ra-co.com/en/cyclus-tools-head-set-press-tool-1-1-1-8-720217.html). Got one new a lot...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 03:35 PM
Replies: 4,478
Views: 112,124
Posted By Trsnrtr

Clearly. You do your best and hope for the best....

Clearly. You do your best and hope for the best. :thumb:

BTW, doc, Xtandi is freaking awesome. I had an undetectable PSA today for the first time in probably 15 years and I have almost zero side...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 03:32 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 453
Posted By Troul

depends on the co-pay.

depends on the co-pay.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 03:27 PM
Replies: 27,275
Views: 3,241,454
Posted By freeranger

Took a short (13 mile) ride on the local MUP...

Took a short (13 mile) ride on the local MUP today (6/12)--L'ville Loop) today. Recuping from a pulled left quad, had been bothering me to even walk downhill. The ride didn't bother me at all-yay!!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 03:27 PM
Replies: 214
Views: 43,673
Posted By JaccoW

Life is a lot easier with the right tools. ...

Life is a lot easier with the right tools.

In this case, a headset press tool from Cyclus (https://shop.ra-co.com/en/cyclus-tools-head-set-press-tool-1-1-1-8-720217.html). Got one new a lot...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-24, 03:18 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 381
Posted By Philiom

When buying on Ebay I try to use sellers with...

When buying on Ebay I try to use sellers with high feedback (usually 99%)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 02:49 PM
Replies: 27,275
Views: 3,241,454
Posted By andrewclaus

Cycled up to 8,500' elevation in Evergreen today,...

Cycled up to 8,500' elevation in Evergreen today, via Lookout Mt, for a total RT gain of just under 4,000', 42 miles. I visited a old retired firefighter friend of mine, my best buddy from our...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 1,969
Posted By Trakhak

Finding myself in such situations, I try to...

Finding myself in such situations, I try to remember to ask myself which of the parties involved has the most experience with the same or similar circumstances so that I can base my behavior on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 02:37 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 1,969
Posted By njkayaker

Doesn't matter. The cart was somewhat in the...

Doesn't matter. The cart was somewhat in the crosswalk already. The other car already yielded. Relying on the cart driver not crossing is foolish.

The cart driver might have had the expectation...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 901
Posted By Wileyrat

My suggestion would be to go to your bike shop...

My suggestion would be to go to your bike shop and ask for some for some carbon grease, and see what they give you.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 02:12 PM
Replies: 4,478
Views: 112,124
Posted By genejockey

Well it's all right now. I've learned my lesson...

Well it's all right now.
I've learned my lesson well.
You can't please everyone,
So you've got to please yourself.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 23,514
Posted By non-fixie

Mont Saint-Michel, this morning: ...

Mont Saint-Michel, this morning:

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 4,478
Views: 112,124
Posted By datlas

We had a good ride today, although not without a...

We had a good ride today, although not without a pinch of drama.

The oldest “usual suspect” did not like the route which another rider proposed (and I posted) because it has a few nasty rollers...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 02:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 69
Posted By 79pmooney

Yes. There are several. I think Nitto has done...

Yes. There are several. I think Nitto has done it. I've never had a need, so I just read the articles I've seen, write nothing down and forget the names. Sorry.

Edit: Commercially available...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 4,132
Posted By RustyPeugeot

Thank you Aubergine! Your bottom bracket axle...

Thank you Aubergine! Your bottom bracket axle arrived in the mail today!
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 01:32 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 901
Posted By veganbikes

It is what the Marine's use, you also have Navy,...

It is what the Marine's use, you also have Navy, Coast Guard, Army, Air Force and Space Force grease. Silly kayaker...LOL
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 96
Posted By albrt

I have the touring pedals on one bike and I like...

I have the touring pedals on one bike and I like them. They seem to be holding up pretty well after nearly a year, although I don't put crazy miles on that bike.

They use an allen wrench for...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-12-24, 01:20 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,245
Posted By mstateglfr

https://www.modernbike.com/product-2126277698?gad_...

https://www.modernbike.com/product-2126277698?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwjqWzBhAqEiwAQmtgT05nD2wSk9JS2U_ioLzVaQt-jVZt2AJujRef6BAyQGUx_5FQCHnXvBoCAOoQAvD_BwE
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 96
Posted By jdawginsc

At that price, if they accept toe clips, pretty...

At that price, if they accept toe clips, pretty good low risk for them.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 12:52 PM
Replies: 4,478
Views: 112,124
Posted By LAJ

Toto

Toto
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 96
Posted By Korina

PSA: Velo-Orange sale

Check out their specials section (https://velo-orange.com/collections/specials); it's chock full of framesets, handlebars, stems, brakes, pedals, and so much etc.

Does anyone have experience with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 1,969
Posted By terrymorse

OK. I concede that when in doubt, the safe...

OK. I concede that when in doubt, the safe default behavior is to follow the written law. But, given knowledge of local convention, following the law to the letter is not always the best choice.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 4,478
Views: 112,124
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

In other orange news, saw a full fendered All...

In other orange news, saw a full fendered All City on a tailgate pad. I though tailgate pad bros all had Enduro rigs :)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 12:29 PM
Replies: 21,913
Views: 3,226,940
Posted By daverup

Took my Araya down to the lake today, ...

Took my Araya down to the lake today,

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 227
Views: 23,514
Posted By daverup

Passing through a quiet neighborhood on a ride...

Passing through a quiet neighborhood on a ride today,

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Forum: Recumbent
06-12-24, 12:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 465
Posted By BlazingPedals

Old news. Trikes are low. Not all 'bents are...

Old news. Trikes are low. Not all 'bents are trikes. Even my lowracers are taller than trikes, and yet trike riders will tell me that a lowracer is too low to be practical. Also, when I commuted by...
Forum: Touring
06-12-24, 12:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 298
Posted By Paul_P

I've just discovered (had to work it out though...

I've just discovered (had to work it out though I'd heard it here before) that the relation between saddle position and the BB axis (arrived at indirectly through saddle to pedal spindle distance at...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-12-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 246
Posted By 79pmooney

I picked up a several years earlier Pro a couple...

I picked up a several years earlier Pro a couple of years ago that had far more rust. Rust was disguised (thank you, Sally Beauty for your excellent bike touchup paints!) The ride! Wow! Totally...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 901
Posted By njkayaker

The carbon past adds friction. Grease reduces...

The carbon past adds friction. Grease reduces friction. Not the same thing.

Try using nothing over something that has the completely opposite purpose.


The video says "carbon frames may...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 35
Posted By plumberroy

Excited! Doctor cleared me to ride 🤓

I just returned home from a doctor appointment to check progress of my April 1st foot surgery. I am out of the heavy ass boot and cleared to ride. My bike rack is on the vehicle and the tires aired...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 187
Posted By Jeff Neese

That's an '87 560EX Pro, which was Trek's top...

That's an '87 560EX Pro, which was Trek's top road bike that year. You'll need to assess whether it's bent or damaged, as some people are saying, but if it's not, realize this is a full Reynolds 531...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-12-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 50
Posted By Spoonrobot

2016: Ted King - Cannondale Slate ...

2016: Ted King - Cannondale Slate
https://i.imgur.com/AGLFXdp.png

2017: Mat Stephens - 3T Exploro
https://i.imgur.com/eQ8YTFe.png

2018: Ted King - Cannondale SuperSix...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-12-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 757
Posted By John Valuk

I don't think it's designed with the intent of...

I don't think it's designed with the intent of having the end user take it apart. Even so, I was able to see how the snap lock mechanism worked, and could unlock it by pressing on the right place...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-12-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,245
Posted By mstateglfr

The Columbus Futura Cross fork is $470. It has...

The Columbus Futura Cross fork is $470. It has adjustable rake of 47/52mm, clears up to 47mm 700s tires, and the A-C measurement is the same as Lynsky's carbon forks, so it wont change the HTA at...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-12-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 246
Posted By squirtdad

agree, but also because it is splined triple...

agree, but also because it is splined triple butted, 85 would have been triple butted, no splines (or at least my 85 team was)

nice bike someone will have fun with this one
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 901
Posted By squirtdad

wrong any old grease does not work for carbon ...

wrong any old grease does not work for carbon

follow what manufacturer requires or risk voiding warranty
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 2,969
Posted By Eric F

I don't see gravel bikes being marketed primarily...

I don't see gravel bikes being marketed primarily towards new riders, or to the general masses. For the most part, gravel bikes seem to be marketed towards experienced riders who want a change of...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 11:37 AM
Replies: 4,478
Views: 112,124
Posted By TMonk

At this rate, I may even get to work on my...

At this rate, I may even get to work on my Gnossienne no. 5. Not a whole lot of unique notes on the sheet after the first page - minor modal changes make the piece dynamic and flowing. Lovely,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 220
Posted By Koyote

I don't think it's the folks at WI who are...

I don't think it's the folks at WI who are "clueless."
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 11:35 AM
Replies: 21,913
Views: 3,226,940
Posted By pasoud

At long last I've purchased cycling clothing,...

At long last I've purchased cycling clothing, specifically so I can keep my phone in the back pocket of my jersey and ready to snap pics (as opposed to mounted on my handlebars).
Took a 26-miler...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 11:30 AM
Replies: 1,060
Views: 63,858
Posted By Rocket-Sauce

www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/443303964989330/...

www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/443303964989330/?ref=browse_tab&referral_code=marketplace_general&referral_story_type=general&tracking=%7B%22qid%22%3A%22-1829122596371193230%22%2C%22mf_story_key%22%...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 4,478
Views: 112,124
Posted By Mojo31

Engaged in Strava activity today. ...

Engaged in Strava activity today.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 129
Posted By juvela

----- ex-works the pump head came fitted...

-----

ex-works the pump head came fitted with blue rubber caps for the prongs

these eventually dry out and crack

most folks use presta valve caps to replace them


-----
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-12-24, 11:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 246
Posted By bikemig

This bike is worth $300 all day long. GLWS.

This bike is worth $300 all day long. GLWS.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 105
Posted By RB1-luvr

Summer of 1993 (29 years old, Cat 3 racer). I'm...

Summer of 1993 (29 years old, Cat 3 racer). I'm on the left. Touring for a week through the Adirondacks with my boss on right and mutual friend in middle. This is probably in Lake Placid. Spent a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 178
Posted By Maelochs

Dude ... the way we do things at BF is, you buy...

Dude ... the way we do things at BF is, you buy a bike and then ask if it or one of the other bikes you were considering would have been batter. Then we tell you it was the worst possible choice,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 11:01 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 645
Posted By Maelochs

Yeah, when making comparisons between different...

Yeah, when making comparisons between different mechanical systems it is assumed that the user knows how to install, adjust, and operate said system.

I did a 3000+-mile tour with two vehicles with...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 120
Posted By himespau

It's a beauty for sure. Not sure how it would be...

It's a beauty for sure. Not sure how it would be valued in the current market, but it's pretty.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 751
Posted By Iride01

You obviously can't read. I never stated there...

You obviously can't read. I never stated there isn't any reason. I just said that if everything else is correct, there isn't a need too.

The other said they couldn't see any reason to crimp...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 243
Posted By Jrasero

Geometry is very subjective but whether is be the...

Geometry is very subjective but whether is be the H1.5 on the Emonda ALR or the H2 on the Emonda SLR I will say neither is insanely aggressive. So in theory unless you have subpar flexibility than a...
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