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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,736
Posted By Chuck M

I'm really OK with all of this. My "I've got to...

I'm really OK with all of this. My "I've got to learn to say no" was as much tongue in cheek as serious. Even though they didn't use the bikes, at least this time they didn't sit out in the weather...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-09-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 665
Posted By mstateglfr

but the 'terrible, better, about perfect'...

but the 'terrible, better, about perfect' assessment is the opinion of that poster. Someone else may want and like more trail.
To think there is only 1 good trail number would mean lynskey, and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,736
Posted By Troul

additionally, even if they come to realize how...

additionally, even if they come to realize how wrong they were, they'll likely never own up to it & make things right.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 6,543
Views: 617,899
Posted By WaveyGravey

This morning did 30 mile early morning ride in...

This morning did 30 mile early morning ride in the country.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,736
Posted By axelwik

Guilt is an easy way to take advantage of others...

Guilt is an easy way to take advantage of others - those who use it are attempting to steal something - your valuable time. Those who do it should feel guilty, but they usually don't and it says a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 4,248
Views: 105,553
Posted By TMonk

hope the current treatment work well enough...

hope the current treatment work well enough DougRNS. Long term brain fog and pain medication is no good.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 472
Posted By ehcoplex

Had these fenders lying around from a dismantled...

Had these fenders lying around from a dismantled build- re-radiused from 700 to 650, a little narrow for 42c tires, but they'll do for now (until V-O has a sale.....). Generally prefer silver...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 27
Posted By SpeedofLite

45 Years Ago: June 1979 in Bicycling magazine

Articles/columns included in this post are:
With the Editor: Around the Country in 180 Days
"Gearing for Loaded Touring" (Berto)
"Trends in Bicycle Technology"
Technical Q&A

Otherwise, let me...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 09:49 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 120
Posted By Aubergine

Smart build. You're getting the most out of that...

Smart build. You're getting the most out of that bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 786
Posted By Outrider1

I'd start another thread and see what type of...

I'd start another thread and see what type of drop bar bike the BF members think you should purchase for your kid.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 08:56 AM
Replies: 4,248
Views: 105,553
Posted By BillyD

Speaking of birds . . . At this stage Vinnie...

Speaking of birds . . .

At this stage Vinnie and Guido are virtually full-sized eagles, yet still incapable of flight or of feeding themselves. So they sit where they can get a full view of mom...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 4,248
Views: 105,553
Posted By seedsbelize2

Since I cut the robusta coffee, a significant...

Since I cut the robusta coffee, a significant source of caffeine, I’m a different man. I’m sleeping at least 8 hours every night. And since my nighttime medication kicked in I can get 3-4 hours of...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-09-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 5,444
Views: 882,049
Posted By Biker395

Rode the Santa Monica Mountains yesterday.:love: ...

Rode the Santa Monica Mountains yesterday.:love:
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,004
Posted By big john

There are nice, remote dirt roads around here and...

There are nice, remote dirt roads around here and you can string together "mixed surface" loops and spend many hours in the mountains. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 08:45 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,004
Posted By Maelochs

You, know ... in case anyone missed my point ......

You, know ... in case anyone missed my point ... :lol:

Say, could you hand me that irony?

(TY, rsbob ... it is reassuring to know that my rants actually sort of make sense sometimes .......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 1,036
Views: 60,700
Posted By attylah

Bridgestone RB-T in Albany, Oregon for $200

https://corvallis.craigslist.org/bik/d/albany-bridgestone-rb-bicycle/7753867724.html...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,004
Posted By rsbob

And isn’t wonderful that they now have a...

And isn’t wonderful that they now have a purpose-built dedicated bike that does gravel really well? It took a long time, but finally they are here.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 08:24 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 120
Posted By Wharf Rat

Man, that came out nice. Great build.

Man, that came out nice. Great build.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,004
Posted By Maelochs

Actually ... "gravel" bikes are sort of a new...

Actually ... "gravel" bikes are sort of a new thing.

Sure, back in the day we rode everywhere on our overweight mild steel tank-bikes and never thought twice ... but there was not a widely...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 08:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 88
Posted By rsbob

That settles it. Thank you. Thread closed.

That settles it. Thank you. Thread closed.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 1,036
Views: 60,700
Posted By attylah

Price drop to $75!

Price drop to $75!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 316
Views: 32,375
Posted By botty kayer

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 854
Posted By Kapusta

Ignore the mech haters. I’ve owned - and still...

Ignore the mech haters. I’ve owned - and still own - many bikes with bb7 mechs and hydro brakes from very cheap Shimanos to hi-end Maguras.

Properly set up, and (importantly) regularly adjusted...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 463
Posted By repechage

The geometry charts show a bigger than expected...

The geometry charts show a bigger than expected BB drop, 79mm, 70-71 degree head angle. The 30# weight is up there, knock off 1.5# for the kickstand removal? Crankset is probably an anchor.
unclear...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-09-24, 07:11 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,800
Posted By noglider

Ralphinca, please don't use a front-facing red...

Ralphinca, please don't use a front-facing red light. White is for front, and red is for rear. The wrong color is a "lie" and a disservice to other road users. Headlights are generally brighter than...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 06:36 AM
Replies: 370
Views: 22,469
Posted By noglider

I went down by one bike not out of choice. I kept...

I went down by one bike not out of choice. I kept my beloved 1962 Rudge Sports 3-speed at my mother in law's place in Florida. Her apartment building occasionally sweeps through the bike storage room...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 06:27 AM
Replies: 370
Views: 22,469
Posted By IdahoBrett

That looks to be an AWESOME collection M A V !!

That looks to be an AWESOME collection M A V !!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 06:22 AM
Replies: 15,509
Views: 4,171,793
Posted By Mr.Toolbox

Today a friend of mine wanted me pick up a bike...

Today a friend of mine wanted me pick up a bike he had found on marketplace.
It turned out to be a british raleigh record ace. I had one in the past but that frame was too small for me, this one fit...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 06:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,083
Posted By PeteHski

It reminds me a bit of those Top Gear challenges...

It reminds me a bit of those Top Gear challenges were they drive a bunch of old bangers on a long, remote road trip. Just for a laugh and curiosity about what you can get away with.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 05:46 AM
Replies: 4,248
Views: 105,553
Posted By phrantic09

Rode the Black Fly Challenge up in the...

Rode the Black Fly Challenge up in the Adirondacks yesterday. Was an amazingly awesome time. It rained pretty much from start to finish and my glasses were so mud covered that I had to take them off...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 05:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 123
Posted By bboy314

FX4 is already quite a bike for a teenager. If...

FX4 is already quite a bike for a teenager. If you’re set on drop bars, why not a checkpoint - isn’t that what you just upgraded to? Or maybe a Madone if you want her to be faster than you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 05:13 AM
Replies: 6,543
Views: 617,899
Posted By diphthong

coastal and overcast 20-spot.

coastal and overcast 20-spot.
Forum: Southern California
06-09-24, 05:07 AM
Replies: 2,953
Views: 390,800
Posted By diphthong

20-miler in the overcast june gloom that is...

20-miler in the overcast june gloom that is o-side/carlsbad. did work in a bbq lunch visit whilst in the area. didn't exactly assist in increasing the average speed of the ride afterwards...
Forum: Touring
06-09-24, 04:11 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 112
Posted By Duragrouch

If it's the video I saw in headlines today, the...

If it's the video I saw in headlines today, the landslide didn't cover the road (which could be cleared), it was from under the road which completely dropped away. I hope nobody hurt or killed. Much...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-09-24, 03:41 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 665
Posted By nomadmax

Trail with a 45mm offset = 78mm of trail/25mm of...

Trail with a 45mm offset = 78mm of trail/25mm of wheel flop (terrible)
Trail with a 50mm offset = 73mm of trail/23mm of wheel flop (getting better but still not good)
Trail with a 55mm offset =...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 03:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 729
Posted By gugie

So it begins

East coasters flew in, Bob collected them at the Seattle airport and brought them out to North Bend. Meanwhile the PDX crew drove up to Olympia and are spending the night with Andy Speier. Andy took...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 03:17 AM
Replies: 21,905
Views: 3,217,434
Posted By darkmoon

Weekend rec ride I could ride at Friday and...

Weekend rec ride

I could ride at Friday and Sunday.

Mt. Fuji view point
cloudy as usual....
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-09-24, 03:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 357
Posted By Duragrouch

Mines 20", just your garden-variety Speed before...

Mines 20", just your garden-variety Speed before I equipped it like a Bike Friday. The original racks are perfectly solid, and can hold something on top, just too far forward for heel clearance with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 03:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 284
Posted By Bianchigirll

BMC_Kid and doesn’t do anything to shift your...

BMC_Kid and doesn’t do anything to shift your weight off the bars.

older school I get a little grief for it from time time but I’ve outfitted most of my bikes with taller hybrid bike type...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-09-24, 01:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 269
Posted By 50PlusCycling

On longer rides I’ll get a cola from a machine or...

On longer rides I’ll get a cola from a machine or convenience store (which are all over Japan). The sugar and caffeine give me enough of a kick to keep up my energy. On shorter rides and at home I...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-09-24, 01:25 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 97
Posted By The Thin Man

FS: Campagnolo Nuovo Record High Flange Rear Hub - English - 36h - 120mm

For sale is a lovely Campagnolo Nuovo Record high flange rear hub. It is English threaded, 36 holes and spaces at 120mm.

This hub has been fully disassembled, bench buffed and polished,...
Forum: Touring
06-09-24, 01:25 AM
Replies: 2,116
Views: 433,008
Posted By djb

Luckily I've been able to go off on my own on...

Luckily I've been able to go off on my own on trips that don't suit her.

I'd be interested in knowing more details of your route at some point and whatnot.
​​​​​​Really nice set of photos....
Forum: Touring
06-09-24, 01:15 AM
Replies: 2,116
Views: 433,008
Posted By CMAW

Hey, it took me a divorce to start doing trips...

Hey, it took me a divorce to start doing trips like these :innocent:.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 12:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 318
Posted By Kontact

I doubt the spacing will be an issue. I've used 7...

I doubt the spacing will be an issue. I've used 7 speed Shimano (5.0mm spacing) on Shimano 8 speed cassettes (4.8mm spacing) and there was no problem with shifting or noise.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 10:53 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 284
Posted By BMC_Kid

Looks like an accident waiting to happen for a 70...

Looks like an accident waiting to happen for a 70 year old.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 10:50 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 284
Posted By BMC_Kid

I'm aware this is a Classic & Vintage forum, and...

I'm aware this is a Classic & Vintage forum, and while I love all my vintage bikes, it's undeniable that bikes have significantly advanced in terms of comfort and safety since the 1970s.

You'll be...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 10:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 121
Posted By Aubergine

I'm best off with Mafac Racers, fwiw.

I'm best off with Mafac Racers, fwiw.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 10:41 PM
Replies: 137
Views: 3,549
Posted By zandoval

The true lesson is that no matter what country...

The true lesson is that no matter what country you are in, or activity you are engaging in, if you are a stranger to the area, do your best to not PISS OFF THE LOCALS...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 318
Posted By Piff

Oh lawdy this is getting more complicated than I...

Oh lawdy this is getting more complicated than I expected :foo:

Thank you for the hi-res version!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-08-24, 10:11 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 947
Posted By albrt

From my research I believe it is original, but...

From my research I believe it is original, but frankly it seems like more of a gimmick than a real innovation. I don't think that little stretch of cable inside the tube makes the overall bike any...
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