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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 394
Views: 23,502
Posted By Kobe

Be careful, a box full of parts is usually my...

Be careful, a box full of parts is usually my downfall. I end up looking for another frame to put them on.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 06:51 AM
Replies: 27,273
Views: 3,240,819
Posted By BTinNYC

missinglink and pepperbelly , check out the Halo...

missinglink and pepperbelly , check out the Halo brand sweatband. It has a little silicone bump that channels the sweat away from the eyes, and fits under the helmet. Goes in the wash with the rest...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 153
Posted By pdlamb

:roflmao:

:roflmao:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 06:20 AM
Replies: 27,273
Views: 3,240,819
Posted By andrewclaus

Rode 25 miles with my wife yesterday along the...

Rode 25 miles with my wife yesterday along the Clear Creek trail from Golden, out and back. Forty four years of cycling together!
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 178
Posted By shelbyfv

These days a max tire width of 28mm seems very...

These days a max tire width of 28mm seems very limiting.
Forum: Texas
06-12-24, 05:29 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 356
Posted By joesch

Gateway will be fixed up very nicely with $170...

Gateway will be fixed up very nicely with $170 million in improvements
https://www.wfaa.com/article/news/local/tarrant-county/fort-worth-gateway-park-plan/287-719eb885-b251-4a02-9676-7d6e763fe491
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 05:28 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,935
Posted By cudak888

I wasn't focusing on the Ozark Trail gravel bike...

I wasn't focusing on the Ozark Trail gravel bike as much as the LBS-grade bikes I've run across. I still wonder how some companies still get away with justifying a cup-and-cone BB in a $500 bike,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-24, 05:11 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,076
Posted By sweeks

Even better: have a friend change the wheelset...

Even better: have a friend change the wheelset randomly, then ride without looking at the wheels. "Blind" testing helps eliminate confirmation bias... :innocent:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-12-24, 05:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 169
Posted By joesch

lilac AKA lavender is a super nice color for...

lilac AKA lavender is a super nice color for classic rides

Incase you need some touchups, lilac hex code is #C8A2C8. Like all shades of purple, lilac is made by mixing red and blue. Adding a bit...
Forum: Touring
06-12-24, 05:00 AM
Replies: 4,845
Views: 2,647,024
Posted By chief9245

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

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Almost home after 10,520 miles and 323 days on the bike. Apidura and Tailfin...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 04:46 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 1,731
Posted By njkayaker

I suspect the OP would have stopped if he was in...

I suspect the OP would have stopped if he was in a car. The default behavior for riding should be the same thing.

Realizing the safer action, when something appears it might be crossing in front...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 04:27 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,633
Posted By Trakhak

As Frank Zappa said during a Mothers concert to a...

As Frank Zappa said during a Mothers concert to a moron who was yelling about the security staff ("pigs in uniforms"), "Everyone in this room is wearing a uniform and don't kid yourself." (Zappa then...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 11:41 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,334
Posted By gugie

It was chilly at the top of Steven’s Pass. ...

It was chilly at the top of Steven’s Pass.


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Bob...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 11:09 PM
Replies: 3,291
Views: 662,437
Posted By Sierra_rider

Thanks, I feel lucky to live where I do and I...

Thanks, I feel lucky to live where I do and I enjoy sharing it. Sonora pass is actually not one of the Death Ride climbs, it's one highway down from those climbs...IMO, it's harder than those passes....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 10:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,334
Posted By nlerner

Day 3 complete! Skykomish to Leavenworth across...

Day 3 complete! Skykomish to Leavenworth across Stevens Pass. First 17 miles was up, up, up, mostly on quiet shaded roads parallel to the main road. Then 38 miles of mostly descent, a bit too much of...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-11-24, 10:57 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 229
Posted By highandlowrpm

No issues with frame alignment for my Black Label...

No issues with frame alignment for my Black Label V2. Everything was dialed in, and has worked well as a road bike. Regular 40-60 mile club rides with roadies, and I choose the gear ratio of my...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 10:37 PM
Replies: 3,291
Views: 662,437
Posted By diphthong

maan, nice photos. there's a reason why this area...

maan, nice photos. there's a reason why this area is included in the death ride. always enjoy seeing your pics and ride write-ups (in the other thread).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,076
Posted By Jeff Wills

Yes, you can feel the difference when turning the...

Yes, you can feel the difference when turning the axle. The point that you’re missing is that it makes no difference in the real world.

Here’s how you test it: put a power meter on your bike. Ride...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 3,268
Views: 439,299
Posted By Fredo76

You must be looking forward to receiving them! ...

You must be looking forward to receiving them!

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 621,209
Posted By Sierra_rider

I don't put a lot of faith in the Garmin...

I don't put a lot of faith in the Garmin info...basically I track my heart rate variability and resting HR overnight on the connect app, but that's it. This is what mine said this morning, before I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 5,076
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Put a few miles on the new hub to let the seals...

Put a few miles on the new hub to let the seals etc. to wear in.
It's like putting on a new pair of of cheap jeans without washing them.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 09:47 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 103
Posted By alexjplant

I bought a Kilo GX T11 from BikesDirect

...and it's pretty fantastic. I tried to research this bike before purchase but was unable to find too much besides a few random Imgur pictures and some very surface-level [site that rhymes with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 330
Posted By unworthy1

So, there are a couple bike shops in Benelux with...

So, there are a couple bike shops in Benelux with that (sur)Name...there were a few racers, too. The most recent who died tragically 'way too young (in 2021) was a champion female CX racer Jolien...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 4,444
Views: 111,439
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Yes indeed. The limeys are even into cycle...

Yes indeed.

The limeys are even into cycle speedway. I reckon I'm too old to participate in that though :)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hrkwUvIholg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-24, 09:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 153
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Have you communicated with White? Maybe they...

Have you communicated with White?
Maybe they would thank you for pointing out the issue.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 09:30 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 621,209
Posted By diphthong

47-spot in the out of town, coastal/semi-coastal,...

47-spot in the out of town, coastal/semi-coastal, overcast. pch is still a thrill ride southbound to and through laguna beaches during summer or on the weekends. some things don't change.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 09:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 211
Posted By SoSmellyAir

From what I remember from Lennard Zinn at...

From what I remember from Lennard Zinn at Technical FAQ (VeloNews), (1) a 10-speed chain is compatible with an 11-speed chain ring, (2) an 11-speed chain is compatible with a 10-speed chain ring, so...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 09:09 PM
Replies: 3,291
Views: 662,437
Posted By Sierra_rider

Today's ride, out and back over Sonora pass...

Today's ride, out and back over Sonora pass (9600')
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Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 09:08 PM
Replies: 4,444
Views: 111,439
Posted By Velo Vol

I got home from KCB about 21:35. Darkness had...

I got home from KCB about 21:35. Darkness had just set in. When I got out of the car I was greeted by a bizarre noise, about once every 15 seconds. Kind of shriekish, with an abrupt ending. wut ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 09:01 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 1,731
Posted By Maelochs

And exactly what are each of the drivers in this...

And exactly what are each of the drivers in this scenario "expecting"? The car driver expected traffic on the roadway to stop to allow the cart to cross ... which is both legal and expectable and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 09:00 PM
Replies: 3,291
Views: 662,437
Posted By Sierra_rider

Some assorted ones from last week's rides: ...

Some assorted ones from last week's rides:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 08:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 169
Posted By Biker Pete

On the way….

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 4,444
Views: 111,439
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

I kinda like T-Swift cuz of the people she...

I kinda like T-Swift cuz of the people she irritates, but her music is like mayonnaise on Wonder bread.

At least Bananarama put beans on their toast :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 08:44 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 100
Posted By 50PlusCycling

It says to heat the cut end of the tape to make...

It says to heat the cut end of the tape to make it stick. This also prevents the woven plastic at the end of the tape from unraveling. Do not heat the entire length of bar tape, just the very end.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 08:40 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 621,209
Posted By Sierra_rider

55 miles, 7200' today, average speed 14.4mph, and...

55 miles, 7200' today, average speed 14.4mph, and average power of 207 watts...in the form of an out-n-back route on 2 very difficult climbs at high elevation...first time doing this pass in a few...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 1,731
Posted By rsbob

I’m feeling a certain amount of grief right now.

I’m feeling a certain amount of grief right now.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-11-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 493
Posted By 50PlusCycling

I used to work in law enforcement, and the video...

I used to work in law enforcement, and the video shows an example of vehicular assault, in addition to reckless driving, not to mention another charge of simple assault for shoving the cyclist. These...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 08:33 PM
Replies: 6,480
Views: 621,209
Posted By rsbob

13 flat lazy miles with the better half. Garmin...

13 flat lazy miles with the better half. Garmin still is disapproving and says I need a day or two off. Damn computers.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,935
Posted By zandoval

Uhhh... I had not heard of this. Down here in the...

Uhhh... I had not heard of this. Down here in the south we dont use salt. It must be a real issue...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 4,444
Views: 111,439
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

My fondest dirt track memories were from...

My fondest dirt track memories were from Caruthers, CA. Motorcycle speedway action in the late 70s, maybe early 80s?

Then in Portland there was a banked short track not too far from my place in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 8,033
Views: 998,671
Posted By BTinNYC

Excellent gift, it looks great. Those Tektro...

Excellent gift, it looks great. Those Tektro levers with the modern design horn are really comfy.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-11-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 124
Posted By bikingshearer

Not for me any more, unless it has a sloping top...

Not for me any more, unless it has a sloping top tube and/or extended head tube. I used to ride a 59cm RB-1 and spent a lot of time in the drops and descended in the hooks. My neck will no longer...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 1,935
Posted By cudak888

Poorly adjusted, undergreased cup-and-cone BBs -...

Poorly adjusted, undergreased cup-and-cone BBs - and hubs - are not the exclusive domain of big-box stores either. Some cheaper bike shop level stuff is just as prone to either lack of grease or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 07:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 150
Posted By theblackbullet

Got it the rest of the way together this evening...

Got it the rest of the way together this evening and took it on it's maiden voyage!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 07:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 150
Posted By theblackbullet

Pictures from the seller. ...

Pictures from the seller.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 150
Posted By theblackbullet

1977 Austro-Daimler Vent Noir

I've been off of the bike for the last 2 months, and I really wanted to give myself something to look forward to when I started being able to ride again. This is it!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,510
Posted By malcala622

Its not up to you to determine what is negative...

Its not up to you to determine what is negative or not on Bikeforums. If moderators want this removed its up to them.

I'm not going to tip toe around Bikeforums just because your feelings are hurt...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 06:56 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,561
Posted By bwilli88

This 85 Gazelle Opafiets is right around 45lbs...

This 85 Gazelle Opafiets is right around 45lbs with all of the baskets...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-24, 06:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 153
Posted By 13ollocks

I don’t know if I’d call it a flaw per se - more...

I don’t know if I’d call it a flaw per se - more like a design quirk. Since you have to do the same with any ball and cone hub, are they all flawed? No - leaving a little play in the bearing is just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-11-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 11,639
Posted By Chris 979

Depending on what you believe to be the right...

Depending on what you believe to be the right deciphering method... As described above Peter's deciphering approach does not agree with the data gathered on the field. Based on Vitus estimated...
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