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Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 11:19 AM
Replies: 5,852
Views: 145,313
Posted By genejockey

What's the point of it if he's performing poorly?

What's the point of it if he's performing poorly?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 22,535
Views: 3,597,447
Posted By MonsieurChrono

50+ km to Pic Saint-Loup foothills and back...

50+ km to Pic Saint-Loup foothills and back (https://ridewithgps.com/trips/224602211), it climbs a little there...
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-25-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 166
Posted By Wildwood

List them for sale in the C&V sales thread. ...

List them for sale in the C&V sales thread. Might sell more than a few.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 5,852
Views: 145,313
Posted By bampilot06

I second this. The garmin light battery life...

I second this. The garmin light battery life does not seem long enough to me. I think it was around only 90 mins. The bontrager lights work great, have all my bikes set up for it.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 5,852
Views: 145,313
Posted By Mojo31

You should consider the Trek Ion 200 RT for your...

You should consider the Trek Ion 200 RT for your front light. It is very lightweight and bright, and will easily attach to a GoPro type mount under the computer mount.

I can post a picture later...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 129
Posted By Darth Lefty

But wheelies are pretty difficult

But wheelies are pretty difficult
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 9,233
Views: 3,325,438
Posted By swissycle

Kuwahara Rocky Star

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/ff049f79_91dd_4798_ad17_111bca244a08_a4bc22a42f6e9ccf44768593b2b5272db468dd47.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 22,535
Views: 3,597,447
Posted By darkmoon

Autumnal equinox day rec ride At last, the...

Autumnal equinox day rec ride

At last, the heat wave is gone!
Temp dropped to 30c/86f

Mt. Fuji view point
Cloud streets hide Mt. Fuji....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 09:55 AM
Replies: 5,852
Views: 145,313
Posted By bampilot06

Aethos looks like a fun bike to pull out on the...

Aethos looks like a fun bike to pull out on the weekends.

Stumbled one Ocean and san last night. They make “non racing” cycling kit. It’s actually kind of refreshing to see. Wouldn’t mind...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-24, 09:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 240
Posted By dedhed

"IF" that's all it needs

"IF" that's all it needs
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 5,852
Views: 145,313
Posted By Hermes

Thanks. I have often found that I find new...

Thanks. I have often found that I find new designs unappealing when introduced only later to like the look a lot and become somewhat evangelical about how good the look is. Humans...priceless.

I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 189
Posted By BMC_Kid

What makes you think this bike is a Koga-Miyata?...

What makes you think this bike is a Koga-Miyata? It looks like a bog-standard 1981 Team-Miyata, minus the decals that someone removed.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-25-24, 09:12 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 3,278
Posted By rickgoing

Never underestimate an old man on a bicycle! ...

Never underestimate an old man on a bicycle! When I started the month I had committed to riding 100 miles in the month of September to raise money for the American Heart Association. I had my doubts...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 5,852
Views: 145,313
Posted By indyfabz

One less to choose from. (From NJ, by the way.) ...

One less to choose from. (From NJ, by the way.)

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=GI1GeauAzcg&pp=ygUZYnJhbmR5IHlvdSdyZSBhIGZpbmUgZ2lybA%3D%3D
Forum: Introductions
09-25-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 78
Posted By FrankNStein2.0

cb400bill Thanks for the welcome - crashing seems...

cb400bill Thanks for the welcome - crashing seems to be my thing :bang:
Hence the FrankNStein moniker. Hasn't slowed me down!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 08:56 AM
Replies: 28,400
Views: 4,898,696
Posted By SirMike1983

They are trickier to adjust than the Raleigh...

They are trickier to adjust than the Raleigh pamphlet indicates in that usually the rims are no longer perfectly round (50+ years later). Setting the shoe position is compromise of braking power and...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 5,852
Views: 145,313
Posted By LAJ

If it's used in a movie, he gets 10 grand. I've...

If it's used in a movie, he gets 10 grand. I've heard it in quite a few, if I remember right.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-25-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 321
Posted By MoAlpha

What did the guy on the left take to get taller? ...

What did the guy on the left take to get taller? I need that.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 136
Posted By wrk101

I have seen a Schwinn Prologues for sale recently...

I have seen a Schwinn Prologues for sale recently at silly low price. Tange Prestige frame, made by Panasonic. One of the best from that era. Originally came as a frames, so I have seen build outs...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 129
Posted By obrentharris

A wonderful bike! I'm hoping to see some photos...

A wonderful bike!
I'm hoping to see some photos of it in the French countryside posted in the "Where'd You Ride Today?" thread once you have it in your possession.
Brent
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 08:09 AM
Replies: 9,233
Views: 3,325,438
Posted By FS32246

1993 Bridgestone MB-5 rescued from Brooklyn trash pile

This 1993 Bridgestone MB-5 is my baby:


https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_1490_b8768ed434a3af11abf8f4677d1810f925198d20.jpg
1993 Bridgestone MB-5 trash commuter...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,003
Posted By almico8

Hoods and tape. The gold is a little much....

Hoods and tape. The gold is a little much. Hopefully it gets dirty quick and loses the shine. This was cheap Amazon tape and, no surprise, didn't come with an adhesive backing. I think I'm a convert....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 28,400
Views: 4,898,696
Posted By bluesteak

thanks, makes sense.

thanks, makes sense.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 5,852
Views: 145,313
Posted By LAJ

I always thought this was in the dictionary under...

I always thought this was in the dictionary under one hit wonder.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2msh0jut2Y
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-25-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 206
Posted By DaveSSS

Orange Seal regular or endurance is all I'll use.

Orange Seal regular or endurance is all I'll use.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 155
Posted By DaveSSS

If there is nó riser plate under the rear...

If there is nó riser plate under the rear caliper, the frame is made for 160mm minimum rotor.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,281
Posted By gugie

He's a lawyer, not a software engineer. Don't...

He's a lawyer, not a software engineer.
Don't let facts get in the way of a good story.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 5,852
Views: 145,313
Posted By Deal4Fuji

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AR8D2yqgQ1U ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AR8D2yqgQ1U

The guys in SB must be pretty good sports to let Modern Family use their song in this episode with Edward Norton playing the fictional lead singer Izzy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-24, 07:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 380
Posted By grumpus

I took it to mean that the crystals could...

I took it to mean that the crystals could effectively weld together and break repeatedly on a molecular scale. It's not friction causing them to stick together but Van der Waals forces. But this is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 06:54 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 355
Posted By JSchmoyer

Fantastic advise from Randyjawa. I really like...

Fantastic advise from Randyjawa. I really like the thinking of getting a prospect bike to minimum safe ride level and then riding it a bit to confirm the fit and feel before going to deep into the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-24, 06:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 335
Posted By rccardr

I use the MiniMotos on my Cherubim gravel/gravel...

I use the MiniMotos on my Cherubim gravel/gravel touring bike.
Same adjustment system, easy to use once you follow the directions. Micro-adjustable spring settings.
Awesome braking power and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-25-24, 06:32 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,066
Posted By Trakhak

That's a great idea that I've never come across...

That's a great idea that I've never come across before.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 06:19 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 14,955
Posted By bikemig

The Fuji S12S LTD I picked up for $60 has turned...

The Fuji S12S LTD I picked up for $60 has turned into an ace commuter that I regularly use to go to work as well as a fine lock up bike when going grocery shopping or running errands. This is the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-25-24, 06:14 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 1,709
Posted By indyfabz

Nope. Just firewood. :lol: ...

Nope. Just firewood. :lol:
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1333/dsc00027_6b6306ffa6b15ee674fd4f334ab512eb5f595c48.jpeg
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 06:03 AM
Replies: 5,852
Views: 145,313
Posted By indyfabz

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsKqMNDoR4o

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsKqMNDoR4o
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 05:58 AM
Replies: 5,852
Views: 145,313
Posted By BillyD

Even if that’s so, what a hit that was! I always...

Even if that’s so, what a hit that was! I always considered Donna Summers as the queen of disco but most students of the genre insist Gloria owns that title.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 04:59 AM
Replies: 5,852
Views: 145,313
Posted By mvnsnd

I would consider the comments already mentioned...

I would consider the comments already mentioned and instead of "on behalf of several members of the volunteer Board" say "on behalf of a majority of members of the volunteer Board"
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 04:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 355
Posted By bikemig

Everything else being equal, a bike with 700c...

Everything else being equal, a bike with 700c wheels would be a better choice but condition and the quality of the bike matter. There are good 27 inch tires out there from the major manufacturers...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-25-24, 04:57 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 5,400
Posted By PeteHski

I fully agree that clipless pedals are the best...

I fully agree that clipless pedals are the best solution for racing road bikes. I just don’t think it makes any significant difference to power output (flat out sprinting excluded) or pedal stroke. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 04:50 AM
Replies: 2,827
Views: 180,377
Posted By smontanaro

Olmo Nuovo Sprint francese and Paris - 52cm

Might be an interesting project, though it seems to need some work. Comes with a bunch of parts as well.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/126690030579
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 355
Posted By randyjawa

My first piece of advice is to understand that,...

My first piece of advice is to understand that, from an ease of use, safety and performance point of view, vintage bikes come in second to newer offerings. This is harder to use......
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 03:58 AM
Replies: 5,852
Views: 145,313
Posted By indyfabz

Happy National One-Hit Wonder Day! ...

Happy National One-Hit Wonder Day!

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6dYWe1c3OyU&pp=ygUOaSB3aWxsIHN1cnZpdmU%3D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 02:35 AM
Replies: 22,535
Views: 3,597,447
Posted By bironi

I'd have to change to more than one gear, fixed...

I'd have to change to more than one gear, fixed or single wouldn't cut it.
I could race slugs or snails up those grades with many gears..
I'd likely be covered in slime at the top.
Nice pics,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 01:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 189
Posted By Millstone

Koga decals from that era are often...

Koga decals from that era are often disintegrated. I suspect the previous owner(s) removed them.

https://www.koga.com/en/service/brochures/past-brochures

Worth a look I guess. :-)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 11:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 355
Posted By tgot

+1 to "start a thread" Also, while the full...

+1 to "start a thread"

Also, while the full service list is great, my more successful project was where I tackled one thing at a time, striving to have the bike rideable at the end of each...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 11:03 PM
Replies: 8,606
Views: 1,152,395
Posted By RCMoeur

Tonight I got back to working on my...

Tonight I got back to working on my slightly-neglected chrome cruiser. Not only does it need shift cable & housing work, but I discovered the wires on the Wald front basket had fatigued and snapped...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-24-24, 10:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 192
Posted By Canker

If you are riding smooth flowy stuff a rigid is...

If you are riding smooth flowy stuff a rigid is ok. It is when you get into a place with tons of rocks and roots you really start wishing you at least had a front suspension. For a MUP path a rigid...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 10:13 PM
Replies: 453
Views: 57,595
Posted By SurferRosa

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Discovery Park (Seattle)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 22,535
Views: 3,597,447
Posted By bironi

50 miles on the fixed following a couple buddies...

50 miles on the fixed following a couple buddies with many gears.
It was a great day, right on the edge of late summer/beginning of fall.
A perfect day.
I have been out of town for a week plus....
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