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Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 293
Posted By merlinextraligh

Arguably, having the data, and using it well is...

Arguably, having the data, and using it well is more important as we age. As you get older, it’s harder to recover, and easier to get sick and injured. So if you’re going to train, being smart in how...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,425
Posted By pepperbelly

Neigh!

Neigh!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 7,017
Posted By genejockey

Pish and tosh. It's part of the whole. Maybe...

Pish and tosh. It's part of the whole. Maybe there are some who only like to collect old bikes and not ride them, but most of us acquire them and keep them to ride them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 325
Views: 43,082
Posted By Hproduguidon

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Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 293
Posted By MoAlpha

Moreover, the age is irrelevant.

Moreover, the age is irrelevant.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 6,464
Views: 604,392
Posted By jadmt

finally a ride long enough not to be...

finally a ride long enough not to be embarrassed....well maybe a just a little embarrassed......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 242
Posted By genejockey

If they're tight enough. I've had my 7200...

If they're tight enough. I've had my 7200 shifter try to drop me down a cog on a steep pitch - my fault since I hadn't played with friction shifter since I was 15, and Gerald Ford was President.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 242
Posted By Trakhak

Possibly, and the chain being positioned on the...

Possibly, and the chain being positioned on the second-smallest sprocket may be a coincidence, but there or on the smallest sprocket is where I expected to see the chain before the photos showed up....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 03:15 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,365
Posted By pdlamb

No, not really. Sampling rate is how frequently...

No, not really. Sampling rate is how frequently the internal electronics calculates the position. It'll then be post-processed and smoothed to reduce the jitter from noise in individual...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 242
Posted By genejockey

What it sounds like, to me, is nothing to do with...

What it sounds like, to me, is nothing to do with the cassette or the chain. It sounds like your shifter is slipping.

With friction shifting, the screw that holds the shifter on also provides...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 242
Posted By Trakhak

In at least partial defense of the bike shop...

In at least partial defense of the bike shop person who came up with the figure of 240 Euros:

The shop employee saw that this was not someone who was way into bikes but one who just wanted to get...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 377
Posted By John E

"A [bike with] rose [cutouts] by any other name...

"A [bike with] rose [cutouts] by any other name ..."
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 03:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 242
Posted By Highmass

As far as I can see, your bike has Shimano 105...

As far as I can see, your bike has Shimano 105 Golden Arrow components. The rear hub should have 126mm spacing. Old 126mm 7 speed wheels (Even in very good condition) are usually very cheap, if you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 7,017
Posted By Trakhak

I, too, consider the classic bikes that we...

I, too, consider the classic bikes that we usually talk about -- those marketed from around the late '60's to the late '80's or thereabouts -- beautiful, purposeful, and durable.

But I'm aware...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 242
Posted By davester

You clearly need a new chain and new (or renewed)...

You clearly need a new chain and new (or renewed) cassette. Chains are cheap so that problem is easily resolved. As Neal mentioned, that is a Uniglide cassette and Uniglides are rare, BUT...

You...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 02:34 PM
Replies: 744
Views: 52,130
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

Staged photo made possible with nearly empty box....

Staged photo made possible with nearly empty box. Reveal photos with and without sandwich bags on top.

Very impressed with the bulk and the quality of goods inside.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 02:19 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 242
Posted By Biker Pete

Is the bike shifting to a smaller cog when you...

Is the bike shifting to a smaller cog when you pedal hard? Do you have friction gear shift levers?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 02:14 PM
Replies: 3,398
Views: 79,722
Posted By genejockey

Hat size? Distance since last pee stop? How far...

Hat size? Distance since last pee stop? How far ahead Mrs.Trsnrtr is?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 02:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 242
Posted By JohnDThompson

It can be very difficult to diagnose this from...

It can be very difficult to diagnose this from appearance alone. The definitive diagnosis is the chain skipping under high load, especially on the smallest rear sprockets. The fix, as noted by others...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 02:00 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 117
Posted By FBinNY

Simply put. The wheel must be dished to be...

Simply put.

The wheel must be dished to be centered when mounted in the frame.

So, this automatically implies that dishing must follow any changes to axle spacing.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:59 PM
Replies: 6,544
Views: 814,166
Posted By JohnDThompson

The barrel on the seat lug was threaded M6 x 1...

The barrel on the seat lug was threaded M6 x 1 and shouldn't need a nut to secure the post, unless the barrel is stripped.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 162
Posted By alcjphil

Sounds to me as if your bike is going to look...

Sounds to me as if your bike is going to look much worse if you continue with your plan. I agree that all black bikes are not very attractive, but at least your current paint job was professionally...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 242
Posted By nlerner

That's not a freewheel, but a 6-speed Uniglide...

That's not a freewheel, but a 6-speed Uniglide cassette. Quite a bit rarer and more difficult to replace, I'm afraid!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 01:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 162
Posted By BTinNYC

I do not like the spray.bike spray can results....

I do not like the spray.bike spray can results. The surface is a little pebbled, more than just rough. If you want spray can paints, I suggest going to an auto parts store and see what they have in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 242
Posted By piofrio

unfortunately I can't post pictures or full links...

unfortunately I can't post pictures or full links here because my account is too new:/ I tried to attach an imgur link in my original post that shows the bike, if that doesn't work try adding https...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 840
Views: 46,651
Posted By SoCaled

Casati Gold Line - $1,400 - Hollywood, CA ...

Casati Gold Line - $1,400 - Hollywood, CA
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bik/d/los-angeles-vintage-casati-road-bike/7751294316.html...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-28-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 27,231
Views: 3,204,518
Posted By essiemyra

I got a late start this morning, and also due to...

I got a late start this morning, and also due to my neck being very stiff and not being able to get past my left shoulder to look I stayed on the bike path this morning. My ride was only for 8.8...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 3,398
Views: 79,722
Posted By Trsnrtr

Yep, besides having bi-focal riding glasses, the...

Yep, besides having bi-focal riding glasses, the Karoo has a higher resolution than a Garmin. This is a K2 and supposedly the K3 is higher resolution yet.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-28-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,251
Posted By David_Harris

5/3: 15.04 5/4: 32.23 - Tombstone, AZ ride. ...

5/3: 15.04
5/4: 32.23 - Tombstone, AZ ride.
5/6: 15.54
5/7: 11.34
5/9: 21.05
5/11: 30.28
5/13: 15.04
5/14: 17.31
5/17: 11.34
5/18: 40.72
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 9,109
Views: 3,176,392
Posted By Nwvlvtnr

‘87 Peugeot Canyon Express

I normally have wide slicks on this one and use it for family rides. My 12 year old son and I have been mountain biking together so I thought I’d throw on a pair of knobby tires and give it a go....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 01:14 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 7,017
Posted By SurferRosa

I think beautiful, purposeful and durable are all...

I think beautiful, purposeful and durable are all timeless qualities. Cross generational. No "connection" needed.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 01:10 PM
Replies: 3,398
Views: 79,722
Posted By Trsnrtr

Loven' 'em. ...

Loven' 'em.

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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-28-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 372
Posted By I-Like-To-Bike

Sure, just like old codgers :50:never attained...

Sure, just like old codgers :50:never attained high speeds or had accidents while deliberately riding in very close proximity with other bicyclists in order to maximize their speed.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 3,398
Views: 79,722
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

I have a specially sharpened screwdriver for...

I have a specially sharpened screwdriver for crown races, but the other day I picked up a groundscore chisel which might be better suited for the task
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-28-24, 01:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 221
Posted By veganbikes

To a degree but I think Fender is more...

To a degree but I think Fender is more recognizable. It is like people wearing Ramones or Nirvana T-Shirts who may not actually have listened to them. Bikes kind of look the same to a degree with a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 130
Posted By terrymorse

I recently bought a pair of Winspace Lun HYPER...

I recently bought a pair of Winspace Lun HYPER (https://www.winspace.cc/product-category/wheels/road-wheels/hyper-wheels/?v=7516fd43adaa) wheels, and I really like them.

They're about $1200 on the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-28-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 1,998
Views: 449,741
Posted By Eric F

Local dirt ...

Local dirt
https://dgtzuqphqg23d.cloudfront.net/66tTDRXBpfqIhUMPu-Ra1N8EYv1gEMbdNQkuzsVCvjM-2048x2048.jpg...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-28-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 221
Posted By Eric F

Maybe Fender guitars scores higher than Trek, but...

Maybe Fender guitars scores higher than Trek, but I still think both are in a significant minority for brand recognition connected with specific users by the general public.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 3,398
Views: 79,722
Posted By indyfabz

Hoping to dust off (literally and figuratively)...

Hoping to dust off (literally and figuratively) the road bike tomorrow and have a go.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 3,398
Views: 79,722
Posted By indyfabz

He and I share a default setting.

He and I share a default setting.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 9,109
Views: 3,176,392
Posted By orbeamike

OG Off road touring bike, one of only a handful...

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Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 3,398
Views: 79,722
Posted By abshipp

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,035
Posted By cb400bill

After a moderator staff review, this type of...

After a moderator staff review, this type of anti-cycling thread is not welcome on a cycling site.

Thread closed.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:21 PM
Replies: 3,398
Views: 79,722
Posted By TMonk

Just learned he was a San Diegan too. He entered...

Just learned he was a San Diegan too. He entered and left the world here. RIP indeed!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 12:18 PM
Replies: 173
Views: 7,017
Posted By orcas island

One data point to add: the Centurion sold this...

One data point to add: the Centurion sold this morning to a nice guy in his late 30’s? whose friend had gotten him interested in vintage bikes. It sold after I dropped the price in the ad to $300, no...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:14 PM
Replies: 3,398
Views: 79,722
Posted By genejockey

I spent yesterday afternoon washing 5 bikes. This...

I spent yesterday afternoon washing 5 bikes. This was the first big Bike Wash since the Fall. Checked chains as I was re-lubing, and 2 of them need new. I had to order an 11 speed for the Canyon,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 12:01 PM
Replies: 3,398
Views: 79,722
Posted By terrymorse

22 mph feels like...victory! That speed on...

22 mph feels like...victory!

That speed on residential streets feels really fast -- and a bit scary. Lots of potential hazards.

I did 22.4 for a short residential segment...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 242
Posted By Trakhak

Here's some information for the original poster,...

Here's some information for the original poster, in case he or she hasn't been put off by the possibly confusing posts that assume some level of familiarity with different generations of bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:56 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 377
Posted By Robert 1

Later when I get home

Later when I get home
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,425
Posted By phughes

Okay, more of a win whinny.

Okay, more of a win whinny.
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