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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 2,880
Views: 184,633
Posted By SoCaled

Rickert - $200 - Pasadena, CA ...

Rickert - $200 - Pasadena, CA
https://offerup.com/item/detail/e549fe04-45cd-3c0c-95fc-b861c8a4a66f?cid=7.4...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 01:52 PM
Replies: 2,880
Views: 184,633
Posted By jamesdak

Not normally one to disparage someone's bike but...

Not normally one to disparage someone's bike but man that has to be one of the worse spatter paint jobs ever. It just looks dirty/damaged to me. And this as someone who normally likes most splatter...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 01:35 PM
Replies: 22,544
Views: 3,603,958
Posted By MonsieurChrono

A 1 ˝ metric century...

A 1 ˝ metric century (https://ridewithgps.com/trips/225634040) today towards the Col du Lac (https://climbfinder.com/fr/montees/col-du-lac-sumene), which gives a beautiful panorama of the Cévennes !...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 2,880
Views: 184,633
Posted By Clang

1996 Trek 730 x2 - $100 for both (Monticello, MN)...

1996 Trek 730 x2 - $100 for both (Monticello, MN)
Facebook item: 982526393641822
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-28-24, 01:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 137
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I like it! Very Cosmic Love the choice of...

I like it!
Very Cosmic
Love the choice of colors!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 292
Posted By SurferRosa

If it weren't clear, the two Chorus rollers...

If it weren't clear, the two Chorus rollers appear to be steel and threaded or pressed into the arms. Athena's appear to simply be part of the arms' casting. Easiest to see in this row from the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 6,046
Views: 150,623
Posted By t2p

RA167E 1.5 L twin turbo V6 1000...

RA167E

1.5 L twin turbo V6

1000 horsepower (with a little help from the crazy fuel / toluene)

good times

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 276
Posted By Aubergine

Got one in perfect shape for you. PM me your...

Got one in perfect shape for you. PM me your address and I'll mail it out asap.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 126
Views: 12,973
Posted By 3speedslow

Early Shimano shifter, I believe the 333 model. ...

Early Shimano shifter, I believe the 333 model.
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1280x2000/img_1253_197b87d051fd5fd467c7d19582db14f239a1f8be.jpeg
looks somewhat Campy-ish
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 12:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 258
Posted By Bianchigirll

I may try it out again if I replace the RD and FW...

I may try it out again if I replace the RD and FW on the Simoncini, but I was thinking of selling it. It very likely has less than half fo the milage a comperable I8 Dura Ace would have, it's nice...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 292
Posted By Chombi1

The second gen Athena brakeset did get a...

The second gen Athena brakeset did get a Monoplanar design as a trickle down feature. But there was a slight difference in the shape of the caliper ends thst hold the brake pads. Athena Monoplanars...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-28-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 27,797
Views: 3,578,681
Posted By t2p

some of the trails we often ride will get crazy...

some of the trails we often ride will get crazy busy in certain areas - especially at certain times - we just plod through those areas and eventually we put some distance between us and the crowds...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 117
Posted By SoSmellyAir

I have the same bottle. I push the nozzle out...

I have the same bottle. I push the nozzle out from the bottom by placing my thumbs on either side of the gaps, then pry the nozzle off from the top with a rubber knife.



Luckily my pinky fits...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 8,623
Views: 1,160,627
Posted By RCMoeur

That's just about movie prop quality. I like...

That's just about movie prop quality.

I like the vinyl brake lever covers. I have a set of those that I must have obtained 40 or so years ago that are now on my fixie.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-28-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 27,797
Views: 3,578,681
Posted By Doohickie

And today's breakfast ride: 31 miles. Light...

And today's breakfast ride: 31 miles. Light turnout: Only 4 riders and a currently-off-the-bike-after-a-fall hanger on. I'm sure nkfrench will be riding with us again as soon as she can.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 8,623
Views: 1,160,627
Posted By 3speedslow

My early 70’s Sears Free Spirit. Changed the...

My early 70’s Sears Free Spirit. Changed the cockpit back to a more vintage look....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-28-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 27,797
Views: 3,578,681
Posted By Chuck M

I got 17 miles in this morning before the HOA...

I got 17 miles in this morning before the HOA meeting. I wish I would have had more time because I felt great. I think I could have rode my age today.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 292
Posted By Kontact

I was going to post in this thread, but I...

I was going to post in this thread, but I genuinely couldn't remember if Athena got monoplaners trickled down from Chorus or not. Athena got Chorus's crank when Chorus got Croce's crank. I would...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 6,046
Views: 150,623
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

too tame; Now this is a livery :) ...

too tame;

Now this is a livery :)
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-24, 11:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 327
Posted By terrymorse

This hasn't been mentioned yet, so here it this...

This hasn't been mentioned yet, so here it this bit of cycling wisdom:

To help reduce ulnar nerve entrapment, think "bent elbows, straight wrists".

It's the bent (extension) wrist, straight...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-28-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 27,797
Views: 3,578,681
Posted By Doohickie

Rode yesterday. Rode today. Yesterday's...

Rode yesterday. Rode today.

Yesterday's ride was just a 17 mile fixed gear ramble to meet some people for lunch with some bonus miles afterward.
A random rail siding on the way to lunch....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-28-24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 27,797
Views: 3,578,681
Posted By Doc Sharptail

Did another plus 30 day yesterday- I think the...

Did another plus 30 day yesterday- I think the 3rd or 4th of the year.
As usual it was broken up stuff: TCOB downtown, go for groceries, go fishing, stop here and there for coffee etc.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 385
Posted By FBinNY

Yes, but I prefer to look at this as part of a...

Yes, but I prefer to look at this as part of a bigger picture. IMO worrying about the PTFE in the lubes you use is comparable to looking to your penny jar when the mortgage comes due.

FTIW I don't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 292
Posted By SurferRosa

It might be helpful, but not necessary. It...

It might be helpful, but not necessary. It appears the biggest keys to determine between these Chorus and Athena brakes are with the cable anchor allen key size (4 or 5mm) and the two protruding...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 6,046
Views: 150,623
Posted By genejockey

So it begins.....

So it begins.....
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-28-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 238
Posted By GeezyRider

I had been waiting for Zizzo to have a...

I had been waiting for Zizzo to have a refurbished Urbano in stock for some time. A couple of weeks ago I lucked into a great deal on a 7 year old Urbano that had never been unboxed. I opted for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 2,880
Views: 184,633
Posted By Rocket-Sauce

Pricey, and not one of the Tom Kellogg frames, ...

Pricey, and not one of the Tom Kellogg frames, but kinda cool...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-28-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 137
Posted By MikeDeason

This is what it was

I said I’d post a pic of what they were painting when I got “The Speach” last week on the trail.

Can’t find thread so for anyone who was interested. Looks indigenous
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-28-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 379
Posted By PoorInRichfield

Note that you can edit, i.e. "trim", your ride to...

Note that you can edit, i.e. "trim", your ride to remove the part where you forgot to turn off Strava. It's a feature I use often. :o
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 10:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 276
Posted By abdon

There is a need to upgrade, and there is a want...

There is a need to upgrade, and there is a want to upgrade. I have enjoyed both.

One of my favorite long distance bikes was my pretty much stock 1971 Schwinn Paramount, 5-speed freewheel and all....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 169
Posted By cranky old road

Is the chain stay shorter than on your other...

Is the chain stay shorter than on your other bikes, increasing the chain's angle to chainwheel?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-28-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 379
Posted By terrymorse

I hide almost all of the downhill segments. Who...

I hide almost all of the downhill segments. Who cares how fast you descend? The real challenges are climbs and sprints.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 577
Posted By almico8

Out hunting puddles. Fenders are great. Solid and...

Out hunting puddles. Fenders are great. Solid and rattle free…so far. There are few things more satisfying than flying through a 3” deep puddle with full mudguards. Need to fabricate some rubber...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-28-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 340
Posted By Trakhak

Paraphrasing Thomas Mann (on what makes a writer...

Paraphrasing Thomas Mann (on what makes a writer a writer), "A racer is someone for whom cycling is more difficult than it is for other people."

People who don't race have no idea how painful it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 385
Posted By Kontact

And that's a good thing. I was just answering the...

And that's a good thing. I was just answering the question as to whether bike lubes contribute in any meaningful way.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-28-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 6,046
Views: 150,623
Posted By Mojo31

Some Brit car pics from this morning. ...

Some Brit car pics from this morning.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1333/tr6_2_90dbe2194dce20632347721d24035533494c3b34.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 2,880
Views: 184,633
Posted By Sedgemop

Posted this one back when it was $250. It's now a...

Posted this one back when it was $250. It's now a legitimately good deal. I'd have it already if it was a little closer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 123
Posted By ThermionicScott

This is why I prefer the beam type. Very easy to...

This is why I prefer the beam type. Very easy to see when you're approaching the target torque. :)
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-28-24, 09:55 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 269
Posted By sloar

I contacted him yesterday and he sent a PayPal...

I contacted him yesterday and he sent a PayPal link this morning. Already ordered.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-28-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 151
Views: 9,809
Posted By Sierra_rider

Very: ...

Very:

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20240928_084056283_61341fb662b41cd568cffb458716af9102e61a8f.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 2,880
Views: 184,633
Posted By '02 nrs

$700. davis,Calif

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1200x900/00q0q_1avpchh1uob_0ci0t2_1200x900_b3c18e1f2b09bb9e8d1d9bee6c8b712c33a6c468.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 782
Posted By georges1

Ebikes for the ones sold are for the majority of...

Ebikes for the ones sold are for the majority of them entry level and mid range but nothing high end or very high end. They are not replacing high end bikes
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 140
Posted By tgot

Read in Marissa Tomei voice from My Cousin Vinnie:

Read in Marissa Tomei voice from My Cousin Vinnie:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-28-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 27,797
Views: 3,578,681
Posted By essiemyra

I got out this morning for a 20 mile ride. I...

I got out this morning for a 20 mile ride. I started out on the bike path, but remembered today is Saturday so I got off the path pretty quickly. Too many people on the path for my peace of mind...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 09:25 AM
Replies: 2,655
Views: 652,861
Posted By Wildwood

Harrison Ford was still actively riding roadies...

Harrison Ford was still actively riding roadies at 78 years, wonder about now at 82.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-28-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,434
Posted By t2p

we have a similar trail - lots of ups and downs...

we have a similar trail - lots of ups and downs with many corners (some sorta/kinda blind that can be a turnoff)

I’ve nicknamed it ‘chutes and ladders’ - from the old board game … some say the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-28-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,434
Posted By t2p

keep riding - good chance those aches and...

keep riding - good chance those aches and soreness will (eventually) be a distant memory as you put on more miles and get in better shape :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-28-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 173
Posted By _ForceD_

https://www.wikihow.com/Calibrate-a-Torque-Wrench...

https://www.wikihow.com/Calibrate-a-Torque-Wrench

Dan
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 343
Posted By juvela

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​​​​​​https://thecabe.com/forum/attachments/20231016_164659-jpg.1980158/

the Overland tool is intended for dealing with flat spots in the rim's circumference rather than blips in the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-28-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 340
Posted By Trakhak

I'm the same way on many topics -- complacent in...

I'm the same way on many topics -- complacent in my ignorance. "C'mon -- how hard can it be to hold your breath for 10 or 15 minutes!" (Budimir Šobat of Croatia holds the record for the longest...
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