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Forum: Folding Bikes
06-04-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 869
Posted By Schwinnsta

Your views would hold more weight if they were...

Your views would hold more weight if they were based on experience rather than analysis. Plenty of dealers around to take a test ride.

The rear triangle is pinned at the bottom and at the top...
06-04-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 9,124
Views: 3,187,399
Posted By Maxey

Here's a '91 Stumpjumper Team I picked up a few...

Here's a '91 Stumpjumper Team I picked up a few weeks ago. As far as I can tell it's completely original from the grips to the pedals to the saddle and everything else; the only exception is the...
06-04-24, 11:40 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 963
Posted By genejockey

Which is why being your own bike fitter can be a...

Which is why being your own bike fitter can be a fraught exercise.
06-04-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 963
Posted By genejockey

A bike fit is a good idea, once you've ridden...

A bike fit is a good idea, once you've ridden enough to have developed a position. Before that, unless you have a serious issue, it's a waste of time and money, IMO. By "serious issue", I mean...
06-04-24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 80
Posted By alcjphil

However, the OP did specify that his press fit...

However, the OP did specify that his press fit bottom bracket is an ISO taper which limits things somewhat
06-04-24, 11:27 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 857
Posted By gazman22

Sad when having your bike *%#$@& is considered...

Sad when having your bike *%#$@& is considered one of the best threads! :)

Yes, I will be politely letting him know he is rolling the dice with other peoples safety.
06-04-24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 156
Posted By MoAlpha

Gotta do what you gotta do.

Gotta do what you gotta do.
06-04-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 3,597
Views: 461,884
Posted By billnuke1

I don’t understand my cat!

Checked on Max in his other bedroom expecting to see him lying on the big comfy comforter…nope! He’s on the other bed sacked out on this frame! The handlebars aren’t really bent like that, it was a...
06-04-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 603
Posted By MoAlpha

A fundamental lack of respect is the secret of a...

A fundamental lack of respect is the secret of a happy marriage!
06-04-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 2,949
Views: 387,746
Posted By Eric F

Your gearing will be fine. My low is 38x42. My...

Your gearing will be fine. My low is 38x42. My friend's low is 34x36 (he's pretty strong). The steepest part of the climb is in the first few miles, but it's paved. After that, it's not a battle...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 3,967
Views: 94,659
Posted By indyfabz

Blew my $200 retirement gift card for a LBS on...

Blew my $200 retirement gift card for a LBS on new DA bar ends and a full set of Kool-Stop Slalom pads, all installed.
06-04-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 857
Posted By AdventureManCO

One of the best threads on here right now, for...

One of the best threads on here right now, for one of the worst reasons.

Somebody should tell him.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 3,967
Views: 94,659
Posted By Velo Vol

I'm back? ...

I'm back?

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06-04-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 156
Posted By shelbyfv

A&S (https://www.bikeforums.net/advocacy-safety/)...

A&S (https://www.bikeforums.net/advocacy-safety/) people enjoy these threads. Over and over....
06-04-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 449
Posted By tomato coupe

I've been looking for a frameset named "7 N-m". ...

I've been looking for a frameset named "7 N-m". No luck so far ...
06-04-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 452
Posted By marius.suiram

I had a few years ago the twin ...

I had a few years ago the twin

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06-04-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 963
Posted By tomato coupe

I wouldn't ride that saddle at a canter. Maybe...

I wouldn't ride that saddle at a canter. Maybe at a fast trot, but never at a canter.
06-04-24, 10:05 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,957
Posted By Aardwolf

I did some research a few months back, but it's...

I did some research a few months back, but it's difficult to find a definitive Tressorex vs Tressostar answer
.Newbaum: 10' x 3/4" so approx 3m x 19mm -...
06-04-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 131
Posted By veganbikes

Not uncommon, my old shop donated a bunch of old...

Not uncommon, my old shop donated a bunch of old shoes we had that hadn't sold. You really have to dedicate to selling shoes and have to make it known you sell shoes and have to have the market, it...
06-04-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 963
Posted By tomato coupe

The photo clearly shows your saddle is too narrow...

The photo clearly shows your saddle is too narrow and it's at least an inch too low.
06-04-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 449
Posted By tomato coupe

Deda (Dedacciai) and Cinelli both make framesets.

Deda (Dedacciai) and Cinelli both make framesets.
06-04-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 156
Posted By Maelochs

After a couple decades or more of urban/suburban...

After a couple decades or more of urban/suburban commuting/transit/utility riding --- the road is meant for ME, as well as all the rest of you. I will take the lane if the edge is unsafe. One stretch...
06-04-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 452
Posted By joelzieve

Excellent - thank you so very much! That is MUCH...

Excellent - thank you so very much! That is MUCH better. I've never done this before so appreciate your help!
06-04-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 452
Posted By cb400bill

Mod Edit: Adjusted thread title for better...

Mod Edit: Adjusted thread title for better clarity.
06-04-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 857
Posted By machinist42

Holy Crap!

To a man with a drill, nothing is too holy.
06-04-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,475
Posted By Koyote

Yeah, I should've qualified that as: hardcore...

Yeah, I should've qualified that as: hardcore roadies generally don't ride fast on paths. Not safe with the other users on those paths.
06-04-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 857
Posted By gazman22

This is not a joke!!! I have yet to really...

This is not a joke!!!

I have yet to really express my frustration to him, just asked a few questions about why he did what he did, why didn't he do what he said he would do. This morning I...
06-04-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 452
Posted By bikemig

Heck part out the brake retainers and sell them...

Heck part out the brake retainers and sell them for crazy money on the Bay . . .

I like running a crank with a smaller bcd than the 144 bcd campy on my bikes as well. I did something similar to...
06-04-24, 09:25 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,475
Posted By Eric F

In my area they do. Not all the time, and not...

In my area they do. Not all the time, and not for fast group rides, but in my area, some of the bike paths are excellent for getting long miles uninterrupted with traffic lights or stop signs.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 338
Posted By chaadster

For sure that stinks; it's what pushed me off Pro...

For sure that stinks; it's what pushed me off Pro One TL.

A great deal of the tire damage thing is to do with simple luck, though. I'm sure there are tire construction factors, but ultimately, if...
06-04-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 452
Posted By juvela

----- :thumb: thanks for posting this...

-----

:thumb:

thanks for posting this beauty!

should make new owner very happy ;)

cycle's 3TTT Gran Prix stem last produced 1970 so one would expect it to have come with the Record model...
06-04-24, 09:15 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 473
Posted By Koyote

I owe you an apology! Went out to the garage...

I owe you an apology!

Went out to the garage and had a look at my Hotshot 350...And yep, it is starting to crack where the mounting clip attaches to the body of the light. Mine is probably 2-3...
06-04-24, 09:13 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 196
Posted By chaadster

Dude, what?!?! That's crazy! I've never heard of...

Dude, what?!?! That's crazy! I've never heard of such a thing! Cassette made in Nepal out of tin or something...??
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 09:08 AM
Replies: 3,967
Views: 94,659
Posted By MoAlpha

Hope it works!

Hope it works!
06-04-24, 09:07 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 857
Posted By Kabuki12

A lot of force on the bike , period . I say no go...

A lot of force on the bike , period . I say no go on that steerer tube. Pay the guy his $30 and chalk it up to a learning exeperience. As was said , there are plenty of deals out there right now . If...
06-04-24, 09:06 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,475
Posted By Koyote

Hardcore roadie's [sic] don't ride on paths.

Hardcore roadie's [sic] don't ride on paths.
06-04-24, 09:04 AM
Replies: 21,886
Views: 3,199,441
Posted By nlerner

Short ride today through the arboretum for a...

Short ride today through the arboretum for a shakedown cruise on the touring bike before next week’s PNW tour. Can’t say the brakes are passing muster. More experimentation needed:
...
06-04-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 251
Posted By alcjphil

One thing I would check for is a broken...

One thing I would check for is a broken derailleur cable. If the bike has a low normal derailleur a broken cable would leave the bike in the lowest gear
06-04-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 27,249
Views: 3,218,831
Posted By Samac

Sixteen mile neighborhood ride. Horses were out. ...

Sixteen mile neighborhood ride. Horses were out.

Cheers,

Scott

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06-04-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 251
Posted By dedhed

5 speed likely can align hanger good enough by...

5 speed likely can align hanger good enough by eye with a crescent wrench.

​​​​​​https://youtu.be/H59pC54hQX0
06-04-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 603
Posted By MoAlpha

Now give it to us in W/kg and tell us how long...

Now give it to us in W/kg and tell us how long you held it. Then we can judge your fitness and intrinsic worth as a human being.
06-04-24, 08:44 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 131
Posted By GGreenhorn

This Was Interesting - Bontrager at the Thrift Store

Walking down the street and a stack of Bontrager Shoes in a thrift store caught my eye so I had to go in.
New Women's Vella road shoes at $9.99 a pair.
Quick google shows they used to sell for $100...
06-04-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 857
Posted By RustyJames

I don’t think anyone mentioned this but let’s say...

I don’t think anyone mentioned this but let’s say the dice are rolled and the fork is going to be reused with a long stem. Tightening the wedge would likely be the final straw.

It is mentioned...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 3,967
Views: 94,659
Posted By TMonk

DBR "afternoon" race (D = Danish???), 1st/13...

DBR "afternoon" race (D = Danish???), 1st/13 starters on Innsbrucking. Course features a ~55s 7% "Leg Snapper" climb, but is otherwise pretty featureless.

The first third or so was pretty active...
06-04-24, 08:30 AM
Replies: 28,059
Views: 4,626,423
Posted By capnjonny

I did some research and it appears to be a pre...

I did some research and it appears to be a pre 1934 Aberdale british bike. Apparently the Aberdale factory moved to a different location in 1934 so that puts this example prior to that date.

I...
06-04-24, 08:29 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 857
Posted By smd4

That is the worst excuse for a repair job I've...

That is the worst excuse for a repair job I've ever seen.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 08:24 AM
Replies: 3,967
Views: 94,659
Posted By genejockey

When my brother and SIL had been living in...

When my brother and SIL had been living in Raleigh NC for about 10 years, I called and got their answering machine. "We're not here right now" had become "We're not here raht naow". Funny thing,...
06-04-24, 08:22 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 156
Posted By bargainguy

This is a really tricky topic. In the city...

This is a really tricky topic.

In the city where I live, it's legal for someone under 18 to ride a bike on the sidewalk, but not adults.

If I were ever charged, I would challenge that law for...
06-04-24, 08:17 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 156
Posted By bald1der

Riding in the sidewalk.

Just curious how many out there find themselves having to ride on the side walk sometimes. In the area where we ride here in Fayetteville NC, most of out riding is through local neighborhoods where...
Forum: Touring
06-04-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 56
Posted By raybo

Meet Fred, Kiwi riding up the West Coast

Yesterday, I met Fred at the Golden Gate Bridge. He is a young man from New Zealand riding from LA up to Vancouver, BC for a job. He is trying to make friends with the wind!

He is bright, engaging...
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