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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 05:55 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,169
Posted By Trakhak

The cotter removal technique I used back in my...

The cotter removal technique I used back in my bike store days consisted of backing the cotter nut away from being fully torqued down to where there was a small gap between the washer and the nut -...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 05:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 258
Posted By bboy314

Fenders won’t miraculously keep you dry in a...

Fenders won’t miraculously keep you dry in a heavy rain, but they’re sure helpful for riding on wet roads after the rain. Neither aluminum or plastic should rattle, provided they’re installed well,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 05:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 258
Posted By shelbyfv

I agree that full fenders will do a better job...

I agree that full fenders will do a better job than clip-ons. In OP's case, I wouldn't bother shopping around, just go with the OEM (assuming they are actually OEM). Especially if they'll install...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 05:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 258
Posted By chaadster

That may be true, but now I’m wondering if these...

That may be true, but now I’m wondering if these are really optional OE items for the bike, because it seems very unlikely a manufacturer would spec two different fenders for one bike. I think...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-24, 05:10 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,387
Posted By PeteHski

Very few people (including pros) would crash...

Very few people (including pros) would crash often enough to reliably make conscious decisions like this. Unless you are a stuntman crashes are very unpredictable one-offs with no guarantees and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 04:37 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 820
Posted By keith_h

This is the correct answer. If the time comes...

This is the correct answer. If the time comes that she wants to know how to get up a hill, she will ask and even then don't go into solution mode. Be gentle, be patient and be glad you have someone...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-23-24, 04:24 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,973
Posted By Jonesandrew

Correction to post #34

I need to make a correction to my post no. 34 above: https://www.bikeforums.net/23130002-post34.html

The Volkswagen hinge pin is not suitable for a folding bike hinge. It isn’t hardened and it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 04:19 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 154
Posted By Pratt

I stopped in there to ask how to get to the...

I stopped in there to ask how to get to the nearby bicycle trail, nobody could help me. A guy in a glass shop a couple of buildings down gave me directions, it was a couple of blocks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 03:43 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 820
Posted By indyfabz

Lots of animals engage in showy behavior in the...

Lots of animals engage in showy behavior in the preset of potential mates. I was just working at a rescue animal sanctuary yesterday. The peacocks there are aggressively strutting their stuff. Tom...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 03:34 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 471
Posted By indyfabz

It’s threads like these that make BF...

It’s threads like these that make BF uninteresting and stale. Seriously.

But thanks for fessing up.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 03:00 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 3,469
Posted By non-fixie

For me to be happy on a bike it needs to fit me,...

For me to be happy on a bike it needs to fit me, work well and look good. Except for the ones I take to Eroica-type events originality, or even period correctness, is not a consideration. I'll...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 02:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 258
Posted By delbiker1

IMO, with the proper fender coverage, they keep a...

IMO, with the proper fender coverage, they keep a lot of crud off the drive train. That is the main reason I have one bike with fenders, my errands and chores bike. No fenders will keep the bike and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 02:10 AM
Replies: 9,098
Views: 3,169,195
Posted By t2p

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-24, 12:49 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 176
Posted By bluehills3149

The reason why road freehubs went wider with the...

The reason why road freehubs went wider with the introduction of 11spd was they needed more width to accommodate the extra gear and they had no choice but to foist a new hub standard on us. MTB...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 12:37 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,927
Posted By Andy_K

This feels like the crux of the matter. If you're...

This feels like the crux of the matter. If you're selling a $500 bike, you're either selling it for $250 or selling it locally, and locals won't pay "eBay prices."

I'd like to trim my collection a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-23-24, 12:30 AM
Replies: 177
Views: 13,283
Posted By t2p

Quote: Originally Posted by t2p ...

Quote:
Originally Posted by t2p
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 12:15 AM
Replies: 114
Views: 3,469
Posted By SurferRosa

​​​ Thank you, C Dogge. My pre-1992...

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Thank you, C Dogge.

My pre-1992 franken-Campy builds try to keep it in the period-correct ball park and always add a few Japanese touches.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 11:37 PM
Replies: 324
Views: 42,698
Posted By Andrew_G

Thanks very much for your interest. My Della...

Thanks very much for your interest.

My Della Santa was first pictured with local, relatively flat gearing of 38-49 with 13-21. With the IRD Defiant 110mm BCD compact crank, I get nearly equivalent...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 11:26 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,927
Posted By Chombi1

The reality we are realizing is, the bikes we...

The reality we are realizing is, the bikes we thought were so rare are not really that rare, after all.
The so-called grail bikes like Colnagos, De Rosa's and Eddy Mercxx's are so cherished, but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 11:21 PM
Replies: 6,423
Views: 598,464
Posted By Sierra_rider

An easy 23 miles and 2600' of gravel/forest roads...

An easy 23 miles and 2600' of gravel/forest roads this afternoon...perfect weather too, warm but not hot.

I'm telling myself this is supposed to be an easy week, but I'm having an internal...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 11:05 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,927
Posted By swissycle

Although, sometimes generations become interested...

Although, sometimes generations become interested in stuff that predates them, like vinyl or cassettes (tapes, not gear clusters). Hard to predict, though, what’s just perceived as old and what’s...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,387
Posted By rsbob

With his gloves off, the Grammar Police busts yet...

With his gloves off, the Grammar Police busts yet another. No one is safe out there, so mind your Ps and Qs boys and girls.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 09:24 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 258
Posted By rsbob

Do they actually protect components? The answer...

Do they actually protect components? The answer is ‘somewhat’. Certainly better than no fenders but you will inevitably get crud on everything. I used to commute on a full fendered bike rain and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 09:14 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,419
Posted By The Golden Boy

One of the things that you can always think about...

One of the things that you can always think about is "it's going to come around again." Sometimes it doesn't.

Yes- I've built a couple of parts hoards and put them on bikes... Around 2016 I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 09:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 123
Posted By jesnow

Finally solved. That was a b*tch! In the end I...

Finally solved. That was a b*tch! In the end I used the "perch it on the edge of a 2x4 and stand on it" method, as recommended by youtube videos on how you change a car tire by hand. It seems that I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-22-24, 09:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 431
Posted By gobicycling

I just need to add in some good news. Had my...

I just need to add in some good news. Had my annual physical yesterday and everything came out perfect as far as blood work and other stuff they measure. HDL Cholesterol down even more, PSA 1.1, down...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 09:11 PM
Replies: 324
Views: 42,698
Posted By EddyR

90 Traveler ,8 speed 105 . 22.5 pounds. Rides...

90 Traveler ,8 speed 105 . 22.5 pounds. Rides about the same as my Paramount.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 09:06 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 789
Posted By Aubergine

You can use both a 700c and 27 inch wheel,...

You can use both a 700c and 27 inch wheel, although that is not ideal. Doesn't matter which is front or back.

as for a replacement 700c wheel to match the Campagnolo rear, you could watch eBay for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 09:03 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,419
Posted By Chombi1

I thought I might have built a bike or two around...

I thought I might have built a bike or two around components, but after thinking about it, no, I built all my bikes around framesets.....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 09:00 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 789
Posted By Aubergine

Here's Rusty's thread:...

Here's Rusty's thread: https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1293157-vintage-peugeot.html
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 08:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 258
Posted By Aubergine

Living in Seattle fenders are a must for a bike...

Living in Seattle fenders are a must for a bike that is used all year round.

Edited to add: Mike, 180 bucks seems very high for fenders. You can find good ones for $50 or so, and superb ones for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 08:57 PM
Replies: 114
Views: 3,469
Posted By slow rollin

I think that was disturbed who did that cover. A...

I think that was disturbed who did that cover. A nu-metal band at it's heart.



For the original topic.... I prefer restomods since they are feasible. Modern tires, non ancient seats, and new...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 08:51 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 338
Posted By CAT7RDR

I have tipped on occasion for a job well done or...

I have tipped on occasion for a job well done or expedited immediately.
How is this any different than getting a gift card for being the employee of the month from your manager?

Small shops have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 08:47 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 820
Posted By rsbob

Don’t turn to the opposite direction on the ski...

Don’t turn to the opposite direction on the ski hill with your tips pointed up. That is a lesson quickly learned.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 08:27 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,387
Posted By Carbonfiberboy

Yeah, never ever, ever put your hands out like...

Yeah, never ever, ever put your hands out like that when you go down. Holding onto the bars in his case not possible, but tuck and roll! Most of the guys I ride with have that tell-tale broken collar...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 404
Posted By rosefarts

I pulled the (no longer used) rival chain from...

I pulled the (no longer used) rival chain from the bottom of a box. I’ll check said box for the link. I have no idea if I still have it. I didn’t look since the question I wanted to answer was with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 1,095
Views: 389,309
Posted By steine13

Learned Friends: These responses are exactly...

Learned Friends:

These responses are exactly the sort of thing I was looking for. nlerner's closeups clarified things quite a bit, and I even found a proper-sized P clamp in my hardware box. Given...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 471
Posted By indyfabz

Reminds me of a thread in the forum that was...

Reminds me of a thread in the forum that was recently locked. Something about being an impassioned maverick.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 07:20 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 471
Posted By Ironfish653

If you selected that particular model on the sole...

If you selected that particular model on the sole criteria that it was the absolute cheapest option, then it’s okay to say that; rather than spinning a yarn about steel construction or that a gangly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 751
Views: 41,002
Posted By cb400bill

Trek 520 Touring Bike - $350...

Trek 520 Touring Bike - $350 www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/7273279046111950/
...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-22-24, 07:16 PM
Replies: 17,870
Views: 1,518,715
Posted By TMonk

7:07 pace today for my weekly 15' jog. Almost...

7:07 pace today for my weekly 15' jog. Almost skipped it too since we were butting up on dinner prep time, and I was feeling lazy and unmotivated. But I felt peppy like right away, negative split the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-22-24, 07:16 PM
Replies: 27,215
Views: 3,194,961
Posted By missinglink

I escorted the wife for a 10 mile ride this...

I escorted the wife for a 10 mile ride this morning.
Got her to leave the wide smooth streets of the neighborhood, and enjoy some chip seal and potholes with me. :D
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 07:13 PM
Replies: 3,079
Views: 70,989
Posted By big john

Are you in show business, Tex Ma'am?

Are you in show business, Tex Ma'am?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,419
Posted By ascherer

Oh, where do I start? I am blessed. My wife...

Oh, where do I start?
I am blessed. My wife encourages my behavior, and I hers. Most of the time, when I mumble something like, "I saw an interesting frame/bike online..." her response is something...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-22-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 167
Posted By slow rollin

Give it some time. Also, if your grips and bar...

Give it some time. Also, if your grips and bar allow it you can run the brakes/shifter inbound with the grip and see how a "short" bar feels before you chop it. I ride bikes from 600mm(1987) to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 820
Posted By Random11

My general rule of thumb, for cycling and...

My general rule of thumb, for cycling and everything else, is that I never give adults advice unless they ask for it. That applies to my wife, and is especially difficult for me with my adult...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,454
Posted By Andy_K

You'll be riding the Huffente though, right? ...

You'll be riding the Huffente though, right?

I think the AeroWind and a LeMond Buenos Aires are my only US-made bikes apart from a Cannondale zero bike stashed at my sister's house in Maryland. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 258
Posted By chaadster

I suppose the answer is more to do with your...

I suppose the answer is more to do with your cleaning habits than the fenders, because the components can take getting dirty if they get cleaned and maintained.

That said, I always prefer full...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 06:49 PM
Replies: 3,079
Views: 70,989
Posted By datlas

Good ride today. Mrs datlas caught me...

Good ride today. Mrs datlas caught me cat-napping afterwards.

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 06:49 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,574
Posted By Aubergine

They are certainly my favorite levers. They work...

They are certainly my favorite levers. They work very well with Mafacs as well, which I have on several bikes.
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