Go Back  Bike Forums > Search Forums
Reload this Page >

Search Results

Search
Notices
 
Search: Posts Made By:
Showing results 1 to 50 of 1000
Search took 0.16 seconds.
06-08-24, 06:35 AM
Replies: 8,020
Views: 992,188
Posted By Trav1s

The ‘88 Cannondale Mtb is finally getting some...

The ‘88 Cannondale Mtb is finally getting some attention. Polished and waxed the frame, added v brakes, and cleaning the headset. I did not realized these have 130mm dropouts. I need to purchase the...
06-08-24, 06:07 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,979
Posted By siearly

I wanted to close the thread by reporting on what...

I wanted to close the thread by reporting on what I ended up doing.

I bought a Shimano 50/34 crank for $51.00 US. It required a different bottom bracket so I bought a new bottom bracket for...
06-08-24, 05:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 102
Posted By Bianchigirll

In the years before they started clear coating...

In the years before they started clear coating over decals it wasn't uncommon for a tubing decal to trashed in the work stand, so it possible during one of the few times this bike may have been...
06-08-24, 05:35 AM
Replies: 8,020
Views: 992,188
Posted By daverup

Freewheel Spa? pastorbobnlnh has done great work...

Freewheel Spa? pastorbobnlnh has done great work on the freewheels I've set him.
06-08-24, 05:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 185
Posted By SJX426

Albion - If the Patina weren't so bad, I imagine...

Albion - If the Patina weren't so bad, I imagine you would like something similar to this. It measures 56.5 and is too small for me,.but I make it work...
06-08-24, 05:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 152
Posted By pastorbobnlnh

I believe it is slightly different. I have both...

I believe it is slightly different. I have both freewheels on hand and I'll do my best to take and post pictures later today.

IMO, I believe Piff 's best bet for successful shifting would be...
06-08-24, 05:17 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 382
Posted By cb400bill

Thread moved from C&V to A&S.

Thread moved from C&V to A&S.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 05:11 AM
Replies: 4,168
Views: 102,668
Posted By Trsnrtr

It comes from being an injenur and also keeping a...

It comes from being an injenur and also keeping a diary for 50 years. It's easy to keep track of things when you write it down everyday. For example, I've mowed 14x so far this year. Keeping track...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 04:44 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,023
Posted By PeteHski

A mere rounding error in overall bike expenditure...

A mere rounding error in overall bike expenditure 😂
I’ve used 3 plugs in the last 4 years.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 04:41 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,023
Posted By PeteHski

Another tubeless + Dynaplug vote here. Just say...

Another tubeless + Dynaplug vote here. Just say no to roadside flats.

The sub 10 min tube changing ninjas are impressive, but I took a fair bit longer than that myself, being careful not to...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-08-24, 04:16 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 47
Posted By Ron Damon

Folders & small wheelers at the Shimano museum

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1481/img_20240608_122035_99c534bc1a3ebfdbaa55701977184acf21bb3c45.jpg
The first folder
...
06-08-24, 03:31 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 3,567
Posted By iab

Nobody stoned me to death. So I consider it a...

Nobody stoned me to death. So I consider it a success!
06-08-24, 03:09 AM
Replies: 156
Views: 6,794
Posted By Andy_K

That would be the perfect car for hauling my...

That would be the perfect car for hauling my Stella around.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51367741933_bba10de409_b.jpg
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-08-24, 01:08 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 146
Posted By Duragrouch

(above) I retrofit my Dahon Speed for 50/34 front...

(above) I retrofit my Dahon Speed for 50/34 front with added derailleur, replaced the (terrible) dahon compact rear derailleur with a medium (GS) cage one installed in "normal" location to handle the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 12:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 552
Posted By Duragrouch

That's a good explanation, better than my own...

That's a good explanation, better than my own points about hyperglide. This may also explain, crunching on mine if I try to shift under high load; I still have the original Dahon cassette on my...
06-08-24, 12:27 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,557
Posted By Andy_K

Funny you should mention that. The pedals I'm...

Funny you should mention that. The pedals I'm using are from the Box o' Crap. I'm thinking about maybe using the BoC decal as the head badge. The proper head badge sticker is available on eBay, but...
06-07-24, 11:57 PM
Replies: 1,940
Views: 117,222
Posted By AdventureManCO

In preparation for a *possible* Cino appearance,...

In preparation for a *possible* Cino appearance, I have started swapping things around and doing a lot of testing. There is now a clincher wheelset on the bike, since these are the only larger tires...
06-07-24, 11:28 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,557
Posted By gugie

It just needs the tirch to hit it somewhere....

It just needs the tirch to hit it somewhere. Maybe it won’t qualify for a BOC sticker, but thre are other methods.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 11:19 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 66
Posted By Kontact

That label refers to the kind of chain, not what...

That label refers to the kind of chain, not what else is on the bike.

An 11 speed chainring will work with 5 - 11 speed chains just fine. They have the same inner dimensions that interact with the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 10:59 PM
Replies: 3,287
Views: 660,429
Posted By Ogsarg

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x926/img_7173_48926334927db1aaa41ae38fb5917b159252623f.jpg
Just a hint of green left.
06-07-24, 10:50 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,557
Posted By droppedandlost

the store upc sticker on the hose clamp is......

the store upc sticker on the hose clamp is... *chef's kiss*
06-07-24, 10:47 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,268
Posted By cyclezen

"Controversial is used to describe someone or...

"Controversial is used to describe someone or something that causes people to get upset and argue. Controversial is the adjective form of the noun controversy, which is a prolonged dispute, debate,...
06-07-24, 10:40 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,557
Posted By Andy_K

It certainly can't be helping. But it's friction....

It certainly can't be helping. But it's friction. It'll get where it needs to be eventually. Plus, I hardly ever shift out of the middle ring anyway.
06-07-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,557
Posted By Andy_K

It's my backup plan. If my fitness doesn't come...

It's my backup plan. If my fitness doesn't come around by then, I'll ride this and have the SAG pick me up when it breaks down. My only fear is that it might not make it to the bacon lady.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 10:28 PM
Replies: 4,168
Views: 102,668
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

I wonder if that guy's still alive today. He...

I wonder if that guy's still alive today. He must really freak out when he sees a 12 speed 10-52
06-07-24, 10:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 382
Posted By Kilroy1988

Isn't there an advocacy and safety sub-forum for...

Isn't there an advocacy and safety sub-forum for stuff like this? Why is this in C&V?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 10:18 PM
Replies: 4,168
Views: 102,668
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

30mm Kenda Kwick 320g

30mm Kenda Kwick 320g
06-07-24, 10:11 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,557
Posted By Andy_K

Well, I'd need an eighth of an inch, so that's...

Well, I'd need an eighth of an inch, so that's what? 80 layers of beer can? Also, the pile of rubber is more in keeping with the Huffy standards of precision.

06-07-24, 10:00 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,710
Posted By rsbob

I was always jealous of the cool kids whose...

I was always jealous of the cool kids whose parents bought them banana-seat bikes. I am almost over it.
06-07-24, 09:55 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,710
Posted By ofajen

Always marketing. When I was a kid, we had...

Always marketing. When I was a kid, we had banana seat five speeds with a big five speed shifter that was meant to suggest a motorcycle vibe. Plenty of hilarious marketing in the bike boom era. ...
06-07-24, 09:48 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,069
Posted By Repack Rider

Middle of 1979. The bike was built in 1978.

Middle of 1979. The bike was built in 1978.
Replies: 4
Views: 124
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Good top end bike. However effectively the same...

Good top end bike. However effectively the same as all other quality lugged bikes of that era. No idea on value.
06-07-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 1,019
Views: 59,039
Posted By phtomita

80s slx 51cm derosa frame and fork - $250 (Beacon...

80s slx 51cm derosa frame and fork - $250 (Beacon hill)https://seattle.craigslist.org/see/bik/d/seattle-80s-slx-51cm-derosa-frame-and/7754919093.html...
06-07-24, 09:14 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 798
Posted By bibliobob

This is in pretty amazing condition. I feel like...

This is in pretty amazing condition. I feel like these were generally ridden a fair amount, so this is a real gem. Mine rides as nicely as any bike that I have. GLWS!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 08:48 PM
Replies: 4,168
Views: 102,668
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Finally got some sealant in the gravel wheelset...

Finally got some sealant in the gravel wheelset and took the Lemond out for a 5 mile spin to get that sealant well distributed. Man that bike is fast on well groomed dirt!

Also, Triple of the Day...
06-07-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 185
Posted By rjhammett

I have owned the following Italian bikes:...

I have owned the following Italian bikes: Pinarello, Tommaso, Giordana, Basso, Colnago, De Rosa, Tommasini, Bianchi, Benotto, Simoncini, Zullo and probably others I have forgotten about. For some...
06-07-24, 08:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 231
Posted By Marvelousmarkie

https://youtu.be/4xgx4k83zzc?si=QD71iUBBcPBD8ScF ...

https://youtu.be/4xgx4k83zzc?si=QD71iUBBcPBD8ScF

11 will be faster!
06-07-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 382
Posted By Chuck M

It looks like a clear, straight section of a...

It looks like a clear, straight section of a multi-use path. The cyclist should have been able to see the child and dad and slowed down. If I want to ride at a faster speed, I hit the road. If I want...
06-07-24, 08:27 PM
Replies: 27,257
Views: 3,229,491
Posted By missinglink

Five miles around the neighborhood this evening....

Five miles around the neighborhood this evening. First ride I've done in nine days.

Flooding rains here, then a three day muggy trip to the coast (Rockport) has kept me off the bike.
It was so...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 08:27 PM
Replies: 4,168
Views: 102,668
Posted By big john

In a couple weeks it will be 4 years.

In a couple weeks it will be 4 years.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 08:14 PM
Replies: 4,168
Views: 102,668
Posted By t2p

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/265x190/img_5347_3f9f2b7abef16a5cde4b5f9d3cf400d0806bf9d0.jpeg
06-07-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 122
Posted By celesteguy

So, I do believe this is a unicorn. Sante is rare...

So, I do believe this is a unicorn. Sante is rare enough, but in my decades of buying, selling, and enjoying Sante drive trains, this is the first time I've even heard of a long cage Sante...
06-07-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 382
Posted By Velo Mule

This is not good. People are a diverse group and...

This is not good. People are a diverse group and each sub-group has their share of Angels and A#*holes.

I'm making a judgement here based only on what I see. We don't know exactly what preceded...
06-07-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 426
Posted By t2p

the axle hole attachments (for lack of a better...

the axle hole attachments (for lack of a better term) can be positioned two different ways
06-07-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 185
Posted By Robvolz

well, that would be a 53. The poster in search of...

well, that would be a 53. The poster in search of a 56
06-07-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 395
Posted By rosefarts

A unicycle?

A unicycle?
06-07-24, 07:41 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 570
Posted By bikingshearer

And did you suffer any legal consequences on...

And did you suffer any legal consequences on Tourica. Of course not. I should say that my flawless services were well worth the (relatively) modest sum you paid for them. :D
06-07-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 570
Posted By rccardr

Very excited. Early flight out of Dulles,...

Very excited.
Early flight out of Dulles, heading into the unknown!
With nine buddies!
And a Cherubim!
06-07-24, 07:36 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,557
Posted By rccardr

You’re riding that at Cino, right?

You’re riding that at Cino, right?
06-07-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 395
Posted By indyfabz

Not with me. However, I am considering ordering...

Not with me. However, I am considering ordering a new triple crankset for a reserve before good ones go completely extinct.
Showing results 1 to 50 of 1000
 


 
Forum Jump

Contact Us - Archive - Advertising - Cookie Policy - Privacy Statement - Terms of Service -

Copyright © 2024 MH Sub I, LLC dba Internet Brands. All rights reserved. Use of this site indicates your consent to the Terms of Use.