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Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 3,633
Views: 85,604
Posted By genejockey

And even that's an improvement on the original...

And even that's an improvement on the original cassette it came with, which was 13-23!

I find myself in my lowest gear on gradients I can do in the big ring on the Canyon, with its 11-34 11 speed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 11:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 40
Posted By gugie

The gang

Most of the group has toured together before.

Bob Freeman (https://www.flickr.com/photos/8379107@N03/albums/) il Capo for this trip. Since we're starting literally out of his back yard, we won't...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 3,633
Views: 85,604
Posted By TMonk

42x26... ouch

42x26... ouch
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 3,633
Views: 85,604
Posted By genejockey

I think I need to get the trainer out and do some...

I think I need to get the trainer out and do some Zwifting to confirm what seems to be the case post-COVID, that I've lost a step or two. I don't have a power meter, so I can't do it outside.

Of...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 214
Posted By john m flores

I've started posting about my trip in the Touring...

I've started posting about my trip in the Touring Section - https://www.bikeforums.net/touring/1295136-gap-c-o-trails.html#post23255278
Including just 1 drone shot...so far.



Most of the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 531
Views: 42,189
Posted By obrentharris

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Bike-Rides/i-wh4N...

https://photos.smugmug.com/Other/Bike-Rides/i-wh4N9gb/0/S2gHvKnLnPL6mDJ4TZmvXs4GmN92jbtfr48cctpJ/XL/IMG_3345-XL.jpg

Brent
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 389
Posted By bboy314

I’m also curious as to what is meant by “racing”....

I’m also curious as to what is meant by “racing”. But with the given info, I’d suspect chain routing or very worn chainring.
Forum: Touring
05-31-24, 11:05 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 31
Posted By john m flores

GAP and C&O Trails

I rode the GAP and C&O trails earlier this month, about 330 miles from Pittsburgh to Washington DC. It's great to see how popular this trail has become - I saw and met so many bicyclists along the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,506
Posted By rsbob

Will be turning 70 in December, so not that far...

Will be turning 70 in December, so not that far behind you. My age still seems surreal. Not regarding e-bikes, but climbing; up until this year, I have relentlessly chased PRs hill climbing and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 296
Posted By bikemig

Really good looking group. Still at almost $1k, I...

Really good looking group. Still at almost $1k, I think I'll stick to C&V stuff even if this group would be awfully tempting if someone has the right frame to build up.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 35
Posted By jdawginsc

FS: Rossin Performance EL(OS) 1993

This one is painful for various reasons but (1) it is too much bike for me without mountains, (2) it is slightly small for me 55cm CTC. It is a rocket

This is for the frameset with headset...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 10:27 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 387
Posted By TheBlackPumpkin

Oh don't get me wrong I'm ecstatic that I've lost...

Oh don't get me wrong I'm ecstatic that I've lost so much weight. I'm rewarding myself with a lynskey when I lose another 50 or at least when I have the cash early next year.

Like I said it was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 10:26 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 636
Posted By kroozer

I am using an Allvit RD on my '62 Jack Taylor....

I am using an Allvit RD on my '62 Jack Taylor. With the extra-long levers and a Suntour freewheel the shifting is slow but very solid, like changing gears on a truck.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 593
Posted By randyjawa

I owned and rode a Vitus 979 for part of a season...

I owned and rode a Vitus 979 for part of a season and really liked the ride quality with one exception. The bike was too flexible in the bb department. I could see the frame wiggle when I looked...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 651
Posted By sbarner

That's an indication of how long I've been trying...

That's an indication of how long I've been trying to move it, and quite relevant to the original post.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,269
Posted By Eric F

An option for your second wheelset is to have a...

An option for your second wheelset is to have a couple of different tires available, and swap them out depending on your season - studded for winter, fast road for summer. Changing tires every ride...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 387
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I overlooked this. HELL YEAH!!!! [internet...

I overlooked this.

HELL YEAH!!!!
[internet HIGHEST of Fives]

Don't be angry at yourself for minor mistakes.
Do celebrate your victories.
(seriously)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 651
Posted By cudak888

Upright bars, a singlespeed (or IGH drivetrain),...

Upright bars, a singlespeed (or IGH drivetrain), and modern long-reach dual-pivots go far. That, and replacement rims - Schwinn's technique for rolling sheet steel into rims was not perfected...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 842
Posted By kroozer

It's not a rare size, even for Italian bikes. My...

It's not a rare size, even for Italian bikes. My 1967 Atala Record (Columbus SL) is 26.8. My 78 Windsor Super Carrera is also 26.8.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 330
Posted By sbarner

You should always do what feels safest to you,...

You should always do what feels safest to you, but it has been my experience that many cables, especially OEM brake cables before the mid-1970s, can last the life of the bike as long as they don't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 651
Posted By sbarner

I'm trying to sell this one, currently listing it...

I'm trying to sell this one, currently listing it locally for $125. It's about as close to new as one can get, and I doubt one out of the box would be worth any more. It came into our local bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 870
Views: 49,206
Posted By smontanaro

Seeing if this works... ...

Seeing if this works...

www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1897395434055335/
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-31-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 70
Posted By RChung

If what you're doing isn't producing the results...

If what you're doing isn't producing the results you want then continuing to do what you're doing probably won't either.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 3,633
Views: 85,604
Posted By TMonk

Segment ride went just fine, and I fulfilled my...

Segment ride went just fine, and I fulfilled my prophecy of getting second place (lol). Power was slightly on the high side of normal for these efforts, without undue heart rate or perceived...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 6,486
Views: 607,415
Posted By HectorStorm

Did Apperknowle trip again - it's my hill...

Did Apperknowle trip again - it's my hill practise route, and has a good view at the end. Half the ride is 190ft/mile of climbing, and those are consecutive miles. :cry: I'm sure I'll get faster when...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 09:09 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 651
Posted By Classtime

I am soooo relieved to read the responses to this...

I am soooo relieved to read the responses to this thread! 35 years ago, someone gave to my dad a pair of Varsity's -- his and hers-- and during a visit, I tried everything to get them to ride/shift...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 330
Posted By branko_76

I reuse cables often when I restore old road...

I reuse cables often when I restore old road bikes. I clean up the exposed portions, which are usually weathered, with a green scotch pad to shine them up, then lightly coat the entire cable with...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-31-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 144
Posted By hayden52

Maybe if you take out some of the seats. ...

Maybe if you take out some of the seats.

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/512x479/jpayv_c2a4357e5a13b9010ff419c2bb463f7b71610191.png
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,506
Posted By Sierra_rider

At this point in my riding career, I have no...

At this point in my riding career, I have no reason or desire to ride an E-bike. However, I was contemplating this, while climbing, recently. I live in a mountainous area and with the exception of a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 27,238
Views: 3,208,714
Posted By WaveyGravey

Today I rode 33 miles.

Today I rode 33 miles.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 08:44 AM
Replies: 6,486
Views: 607,415
Posted By WaveyGravey

Today I rode 33 miles.

Today I rode 33 miles.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,582
Posted By curbtender

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1170x1344/img_6636_a02603f4f5c56cb9e95ef1e5a9650546b3295b1d.jpg
Friend sent me this. I told him I'd have to upgrade my parts bin to do this.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 27,238
Views: 3,208,714
Posted By essiemyra

I started later than I would have liked due to...

I started later than I would have liked due to the temp being at 50f degrees this morning. Eventually at 7 am I decided to wear a light jacket instead of letting the day get away from me. I rode for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 861
Posted By Koyote

I don't know how to assess those relative...

I don't know how to assess those relative probabilities. I think both scenarios are rather unlikely.



I don't know if mechanical disc brakes are less failure-prone....But if you don't need the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 08:15 AM
Replies: 3,633
Views: 85,604
Posted By bampilot06

Knee went bad after 7 miles on the trainer...

Knee went bad after 7 miles on the trainer yesterday. Felt like it was on fire. I stopped immediately, so I pray that it will be okay today if I get to ride outside.

2 more days left of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,356
Posted By cyclezen

for me, it's a balance... and being 100% 'dog',...

for me, it's a balance... and being 100% 'dog', I can be enthusiastic to the max about most anything which suits...
the human condition is variable. If Thoreau needs his solitude, ok. It's ok to...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 3,633
Views: 85,604
Posted By seedsbelize2

You are so fortunate to be happy living where you...

You are so fortunate to be happy living where you grew up. And still be a critical thinker. The folks who stayed behind in my home town never had an original thought in their life. We’ll just do it...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 3,633
Views: 85,604
Posted By seedsbelize2

Suerte

Suerte
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 08:01 AM
Replies: 3,633
Views: 85,604
Posted By seedsbelize2

Whippersnapper! It gets so much worse. No more...

Whippersnapper! It gets so much worse. No more putting it off even for a minute. I have it in my hand, so I must do it now. Now where was I going with it?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 389
Posted By wheelreason

"Part changer" is an insult in the HVAC tech...

"Part changer" is an insult in the HVAC tech community. Diagnose the problem. Before deciding it is NOW the f ring, did you inspect it and/or check to see if it does it on the big ring?
Give me $2...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 389
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

While I would agree with your above comment had...

While I would agree with your above comment had it been posted before the OP's post, #4. But the quote you choose to start your post with to me suggests that the OP is learning more about how to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 387
Posted By RH Clark

None of your previous experience would matter...

None of your previous experience would matter anyway. No matter what pressure tires were, they are now carrying far less weight. I don't mess with a tire gauge 90% of the time. I do experiment with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 861
Posted By PeteHski

I have been using hydraulic disc brakes in mtb...

I have been using hydraulic disc brakes in mtb for over 2 decades and have yet to experience a leak. The worst I’ve ever experienced is a spongy feel, which prompted a bleed. Do your car brakes...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 3,633
Views: 85,604
Posted By bampilot06

Velo on the 5th i’m going to try and get to...

Velo on the 5th i’m going to try and get to knoxville around 5:30-6 pm. Down for some brown squirel laps?
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-24, 07:38 AM
Replies: 1,514
Views: 451,405
Posted By GeezyRider

I'm glad it survived the journey.

I'm glad it survived the journey.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 07:37 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 387
Posted By Barry2

Accuracy v Precision, had that discussion more...

Accuracy v Precision, had that discussion more than once.
🙂

Barry
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-24, 07:29 AM
Replies: 1,514
Views: 451,405
Posted By joey buzzard

Between crappy non-existant UPS customer service...

Between crappy non-existant UPS customer service and Spanish/EU customs it found it's way to Spain with some difficulty and delay. But it got here eventually.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 07:27 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 387
Posted By freeranger

I don't know that my pump's gauge is accurate but...

I don't know that my pump's gauge is accurate but I use it--maybe just not in the way you might think. I pump up the tires until they "feel right" by pressing with my thumb. Then when I ride, I'll...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:11 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 651
Posted By Trakhak

Low weight was a selling point for Raleigh racing...

Low weight was a selling point for Raleigh racing bikes. That's why Reynolds tubing decals were prominently featured.

The equivalent point-of-sale tool for the rest of the bikes in their range was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:10 AM
Replies: 335
Views: 43,730
Posted By Mr. 66

After some clean out and service to the shifter...

After some clean out and service to the shifter bosses the levers are as they should be. I did replace one of the d-screw....
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