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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 483
Posted By Koyote

Okay, now I understand: you decide what is...

Okay, now I understand: you decide what is "normal," you decide what the "average cyclist" wants, and you are "projecting" your own desires onto others.

Ego, ego, ego...With a large side order of...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 795
Posted By chaadster

Updating, I’ve ridden the bike a fair amount at...

Updating, I’ve ridden the bike a fair amount at this point, and can say that I really like it! It handles very well, with responsiveness and predictability, and really just feels well composed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 7,836
Posted By DIY masochist

Beautiful Centurion. One of my friends had a...

Beautiful Centurion. One of my friends had a teal/white LeMans RS single speed and it was one of the lightest bikes I've ever picked up (can you tell I don't hang out with roadies?) I've kind of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 483
Posted By Maelochs

In case anyone remembers the OP and his question...

In case anyone remembers the OP and his question ...... here is a novel suggestion ....

Try before you Buy.

Try the Marathons on the gravel trails, maybe with lowered psi. For what you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 235
Posted By NumbersGuy

Your commuting wheelset and tires will work just...

Your commuting wheelset and tires will work just fine on the terrain you think you need another set for. Are you just looking to waste money buying stuff you don't need or do you really not...
Forum: Southern California
05-29-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 2,940
Views: 383,966
Posted By Eric F

Tuesday Happy Hour - 9mi MTB ride to Brown...

Tuesday Happy Hour - 9mi MTB ride to Brown Saddle. I had intended to do the climb at a very moderate effort, but found myself keeping pace with, and catching, a guy on an e-bike, which had me...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 906
Posted By ehcoplex

Dusty Rose Metallic! ;)

Dusty Rose Metallic! ;)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 12:15 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 235
Posted By SoSmellyAir

This would be true if the variance between...

This would be true if the variance between different sets of the same OE wheels (in your case, Trek / Bontrager) is less than the typical variance between your model of OE wheel and another model of...
Forum: Touring
05-29-24, 12:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 124
Posted By gauvins

:) ...

:)

https://euro.montbell.com/products/disp.php?p_id=1130426
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 3,494
Views: 81,693
Posted By genejockey

Abso-froggin-lutely. Take up the pocket...

Abso-froggin-lutely. Take up the pocket protector*, and wear it proudly!

*or whatever your generation of nerds wears...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 500
Posted By TheBlackPumpkin

I don't think he was disagreeing with that fact,...

I don't think he was disagreeing with that fact, honestly. Calling them idiots is probably reductive and untrue, but if thinking they're stupid is what makes you ride defensively, whatever lol
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 137
Posted By Trakhak

All of us replying so far have quashed the...

All of us replying so far have quashed the impulse to give the opening post a "like." There should be a "Best wishes for a speedy recovery!" button to click on.

I've mentioned this before, but, as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 906
Posted By MooneyBloke

Interesting mix of parts too. Also three bottles...

Interesting mix of parts too. Also three bottles and a triple crank. Old touring rig?

I do wonder about the fork crown. Saw pierced thin sheet + sweat solder with silver alloy? That does sound...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 235
Posted By Koyote

Do you realize that the device you're using to...

Do you realize that the device you're using to post these threads can also be used for shopping?

For instance, a five-second Google search showed that your shop is overcharging you for the quoted...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 550
Views: 227,423
Posted By Trakhak

Great photos, especially the (stunning!) top...

Great photos, especially the (stunning!) top photo.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 550
Views: 227,423
Posted By ihm96

from which angle? Is there something specific...

from which angle? Is there something specific you’re looking for?

got it all tuned up and it rides beautifully now

...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 3,494
Views: 81,693
Posted By DougRNS

No words, lots of quality. You're welcome. ...

No words, lots of quality. You're welcome.

https://youtu.be/NBLBbNbGzBI?si=EuijQyiK4QNLk3k8
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 11:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 320
Posted By Koyote

I suggest that you take a break from starting...

I suggest that you take a break from starting threads here on bf and instead do some reading on the internet. From the above post, it seems like you have much to learn about tubeless, and the info is...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 500
Posted By Trakhak

Pedestrians aren't any dumber than bike riders,...

Pedestrians aren't any dumber than bike riders, despite what we entitled bike riders may choose to believe.

Otherwise: yes. Among all the possible combinations of cars, bikes, and pedestrians, the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-29-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 182
Posted By CV-6

Considering I have the same stem and have seen...

Considering I have the same stem and have seen others on various occasions, I would say it is production.

FWIW, a very fair price on the bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 849
Views: 47,360
Posted By SoCaled

Bill Walton Signed Jersey - taking offers - South...

Bill Walton Signed Jersey - taking offers - South Pasadena, CA
https://offerup.com/item/detail/3dc859b0-127c-3b7b-910c-68ae6f71f560?q=bill+walton
from ad: "Size 3XL. Feels more like an XL. Brand...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 3,494
Views: 81,693
Posted By seedsbelize2

The entire group set (minus the rims and hubs) is...

The entire group set (minus the rims and hubs) is gold anodized on my Trek 414.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 320
Posted By shelbyfv

Remember nobody is forcing you to go tubeless. ...

Remember nobody is forcing you to go tubeless. If it seems intimidating, just stick with tubes. You can always try it later. You'll have plenty to deal with just learning to ride your new bike....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:55 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 4,230
Posted By indyfabz

Don’t devote any more headspace to it.

Don’t devote any more headspace to it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 235
Posted By shelbyfv

Maybe you should have asked before you bought...

Maybe you should have asked before you bought them. From one of your threads yesterday- "My bike finally arrives this week. I bought an extra carbon OE wheelset with matching cassette and rotor for...
Forum: Touring
05-29-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 124
Posted By Tourist in MSN

When I blew up the photo of your bike, it looks...

When I blew up the photo of your bike, it looks like there might be a mount for the upper cage mounting point under the downtube. Lower would be behind the crankset where I could not see. Did you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 104
Views: 4,230
Posted By Trakhak

This is exactly the kind of post that many...

This is exactly the kind of post that many logorrheic Bike Forum members deny ever encountering -- despite the existence of threads with moronic titles like "Thank God we aren't the full Lycra kit...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 887
Posted By Iride01

I'm not sure why a e-bike needs a different...

I'm not sure why a e-bike needs a different helmet for >30mph. Wouldn't that mean those of us on regular bikes going faster than 30mph need a different helmet?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 75
Posted By Jughed

Early days? Jersey Shore barrier island - 8...

Early days?

Jersey Shore barrier island - 8 friends, 2 BMX bikes. One guy on each pedal, one guy sitting on the bars, one guy riding the pegs some 50 blocks to the boardwalk. Dem were the days...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 53
Posted By nlerner

If 350mm is too long, take a hacksaw and trim to...

If 350mm is too long, take a hacksaw and trim to fit.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-24, 10:34 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 500
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I'm not interested in the written law. I'm...

I'm not interested in the written law.
I'm interested in the laws of physics.

1. If I hit something of similar or greater mass (includes even small peds), it hurts like hell.
2. People on MUP's...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 2,254
Posted By Koyote

Some people like to buy cheap stuff and try to...

Some people like to buy cheap stuff and try to convince themselves that it's "just as good" as the expensive name-brand stuff. The problems start when they come on the internet and try to convince...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:26 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 483
Posted By Koyote

Your only mistake is arguing with a person who...

Your only mistake is arguing with a person who regards his anti-tubeless zealotry with a religious fervor. I mean, look at his sig line; you can't expect a rational discussion.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 2,254
Posted By Maelochs

Oi. Look, the Aethos is a strong frame which...

Oi.

Look, the Aethos is a strong frame which is unusually light.

The Chinese bike (which doesn't even look the same, but according to you performs exactly the same .... how does that work,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 68
Posted By base2

Ringsets tend to be matched so that the chain...

Ringsets tend to be matched so that the chain will cleanly transfer from one ring to the other. This means the teeth of one ring will be clocked in relation to the other such that wherever the chain...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-29-24, 10:05 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 37
Posted By john m flores

Bastille Folding Bike (France)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gTiVxnVnjzE
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 10:05 AM
Replies: 3,494
Views: 81,693
Posted By genejockey

I have one of those, too.... Gold anodized Araya...

I have one of those, too.... Gold anodized Araya rims.

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1290/img_3773_fc7cf7462fb5114790bbc0138d21184c6a3dbf1c.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 849
Views: 47,360
Posted By Robvolz

more merckx….$600 ...

more merckx….$600
https://kansascity.craigslist.org/bik/d/mission-eddy-merckx-corsa-extra/7748211633.html

"you will be noticed"
Heck yeah, with that dumb stem set-up.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,091
Posted By Iride01

No particular tire is going to be good enough for...

No particular tire is going to be good enough for every wet road. So just realize that no matter what you get, you'll not always have the amount of grip you think you will till you are on that wet...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-29-24, 09:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 214
Posted By Hermes

I will echo others that say ride with power and...

I will echo others that say ride with power and collect and store the data. It is hard to predict the future and how you may decide to use the power meter and new data. You may then wish you had...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 849
Views: 47,360
Posted By Robvolz

merckx complete bike (city-fied) for cheap!! ...

merckx complete bike (city-fied) for cheap!!

https://slo.craigslist.org/bik/d/san-luis-obispo-1987-eddy-merckx-corsa/7745376695.html
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 6,471
Views: 605,594
Posted By HectorStorm

Did some of the Trans Pennine Trail today - sadly...

Did some of the Trans Pennine Trail today - sadly because of the many inches of rain in blighty lately, it was largely a muddy, puddle ridden bog.

Distance: 20.63 miles.
Moving Time: 1hr, 38min,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 238
Posted By AdventureManCO

I appreciate everyone's thoughts! I'm...

I appreciate everyone's thoughts!

I'm thinking of going back today and seeing if I can get a picture of the underside of the bottom bracket - might tell something valuable.

I'm also going to...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 3,494
Views: 81,693
Posted By genejockey

This guy. 1989 Schwinn Circuit. Columbus SL/SP...

This guy. 1989 Schwinn Circuit. Columbus SL/SP main triangle and chain stays, Tange Aero fork and seat stays. Full Shimano Sante groupset.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 849
Views: 47,360
Posted By SoCaled

Schwinn Premis - $20 - Lake Forrest, CA ...

Schwinn Premis - $20 - Lake Forrest, CA
www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1608565626397468/?...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 3,494
Views: 81,693
Posted By TMonk

baby up, time to go grab her so Liz can sleep in....

baby up, time to go grab her so Liz can sleep in. got about 15 minutes of classical piano practice in, which ain't nothin
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 906
Posted By unworthy1

I vaguely recall seeing a similar cut-out...

I vaguely recall seeing a similar cut-out treatment of the BB shell on some frame that might have been British, but this one has much more of a West Coast USA feel to it...
Will have to search that...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 3,494
Views: 81,693
Posted By genejockey

Last night's ride was... interesting. I took the...

Last night's ride was... interesting. I took the Big Circuit, which has been getting a lot of saddle time since I built it up. It was windy AF, out of the NNW, as it's been all month. Not cold,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-24, 09:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 111
Posted By oldbobcat

What kind of bike, what kind of fork? Is this a...

What kind of bike, what kind of fork? Is this a fork worth rebuilding? Is this a bike worth salvaging with a new fork?
Forum: Pills and Ills
05-29-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 703
Posted By work4bike

Go to this guy's website and YT channel (above)....

Go to this guy's website and YT channel (above). There are no shortcuts in healing the body, stay away for the drugs, they only make millionaires into billionaires. Stress the body in the correct way...
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