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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-24, 12:39 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 556
Posted By jlpcycle

I typically trust the experts, but from personal...

I typically trust the experts, but from personal experience even they & doctors can miss things or get it wrong.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 5,495
Posted By datlas

How do you do the emoticon for the smiley that...

How do you do the emoticon for the smiley that walks in, looks around, and walks out???
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-24, 12:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 130
Posted By 13ollocks

I used a Daytona crank as a 1x, running a Campag...

I used a Daytona crank as a 1x, running a Campag 42T ring for a fixed gear and then a no-name 39T ring (pictured) for a single-speed. Mounted the rings on the inside of the spider with "single-stack"...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-24, 12:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 226
Posted By PeteHski

So true. A 2 mph difference in average speed is...

So true. A 2 mph difference in average speed is easy spin vs sufferfest in human performance and old beater on frozen hosepipe tyres vs $20K aero superbike in bike terms.

That 1-2 kg difference in...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 226
Posted By Eric F

A 2 mph difference gets me dropped from my...

A 2 mph difference gets me dropped from my favorite group rides, and means I'm out on a gravel race course for quite a bit longer. If a bike is costing me that much speed, I'm on the wrong bike for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 226
Views: 5,495
Posted By PeteHski

I’m the opposite, I quite like Cannondale and...

I’m the opposite, I quite like Cannondale and Specialized (both road and mtb) but not for any rational or logical reason! But I’m all in with Canyon at the moment, with an Endurace and Neuron CF. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 226
Posted By Koyote

You don't have to be a pro cyclist to compete or...

You don't have to be a pro cyclist to compete or just to care about performance.

And for anyone who cares about performance, a 2 mph difference is enormous. In the race I rode last weekend, riding...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-27-24, 11:56 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,241
Posted By unterhausen

They replaced a piezo buzzer with a speaker, so...

They replaced a piezo buzzer with a speaker, so that's why it's louder. I hope they have user adjustable volume. I had to stop the dc rainmaker video halfway through so I wouldn't immediately go...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-27-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 27,349
Views: 3,277,909
Posted By essiemyra

Another early morning ride with chilly...

Another early morning ride with chilly temperature(apologies to the people who have unreasonably hot temperatures) I used my headband for my ears. I didn’t get 20 miles this morning only 17 but I had...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-24, 11:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 428
Posted By Troul

If you upgrade, you can be a thru axle instead of...

If you upgrade, you can be a thru axle instead of two nuts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 11:30 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 88
Posted By capnjonny

lygie more pics ...

lygie more pics

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 5,508
Views: 139,725
Posted By seedsbelize2

Those are built over every four lane highway, and...

Those are built over every four lane highway, and under the new train. I have to say I’m surprised at the amount of deep forest wildlife I’m seeing and hearing on the mtb. But we are on the edge a of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 399
Posted By Robvolz

If your feet smell, and your nose runs….. ...

If your feet smell, and your nose runs…..

you are upside-down!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 11:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 88
Posted By capnjonny

Lygia

Yet another present to me from the bike Exchange. No sooner had I taken the Schwinn Signature Slicker hotrod out of my truck and given it to the Q A Crew to check over than I spotted an old Italian...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 130
Posted By 13ollocks

I'm assuming you're using a "standard" 2x...

I'm assuming you're using a "standard" 2x crankset as a 1x (I don't know of any square-taper Campag 1x cranksets except maybe a track crank), so the official chainline will run down the middle of the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-27-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 268
Posted By ChiapasFixed

sure, but folding bikes need to be especially...

sure, but folding bikes need to be especially durable, and in my opinion easy to repair as well as comfortable.

Cromo fits the bill best. Of course I’m thinking from the perspective of someone...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-24, 11:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 130
Posted By KCT1986

With more modern cranks that use an external...

With more modern cranks that use an external bottombracket, the spindle is usually fixed to the crankarm and determines designed chainline. A little adjustment is possible with spacers on the BB but...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 226
Posted By Eric F

Compared to 10.5kg, yes. In answer to the...

Compared to 10.5kg, yes.

In answer to the OP...Assuming the same rider in the same conditions, in most situations, the one that is more aerodynamically efficient overall will be faster. Going...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 871
Posted By alcjphil

One thing to keep in mind: The opening in the...

One thing to keep in mind: The opening in the centre of that freewheel is large enough that you can easily service the bearings without removing the freewheel. A bit less convenient perhaps, but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 871
Posted By JohnDThompson

The FR-4 works on Atom/Regina/Caimi/Zeus...

The FR-4 works on Atom/Regina/Caimi/Zeus freewheels with the 22mm spline pattern diameter. For Normandy with the 30mm spline pattern diameter, you need the VAR-405 or Bicycle Research CT-3 or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 871
Posted By grumpus

Ovalised and then cracked, if you were trying to...

Ovalised and then cracked, if you were trying to remove a really tight freewheel.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 130
Posted By 13ollocks

The chainline (the perpendicular distance between...

The chainline (the perpendicular distance between the midline of the frame and a parallel line running from the chainring to the center of the cassette) is determined by the specific crankset and the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 226
Posted By Koyote

8.7 kg is “light”? Gosh, I learn so much on...

8.7 kg is “light”?

Gosh, I learn so much on bf.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 428
Posted By indyfabz

This is why there is a daily post limit for noobs.

This is why there is a daily post limit for noobs.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 84
Posted By Catnap

Interesting Vintage Pinned & Glued Aluminum Custom Frame

This frame popped up recently on Portland, WA Craigslist - https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bop/d/portland-vintage-custom-built-road-frame/7754013405.html.

Description here, since the link...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 626
Posted By bikingshearer

What you're looking at is the casting call for...

What you're looking at is the casting call for "Animal House 2: Mayhem Meets Medicare."

Dave, maybe you could try out for the part of the aged, retired Senator "Bluto" Blutarsky? And gugie...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 226
Views: 5,495
Posted By Eric F

One example is not representative of all bikes. ...

One example is not representative of all bikes. That said, it largely depends on your preferred aesthetic. If your preference is for C&V, anything new will be "ugly".
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 399
Posted By Gary12000

Yes Yes, it is concerning, this seems typical for...

Yes Yes, it is concerning, this seems typical for the Italian organizers however, if you guys will recall, they announced an early bird special last year , then we all had a terrible time with the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 428
Posted By SJX426

You can only ride one bike at a time! buuuut,...

You can only ride one bike at a time! buuuut, which one?

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/p1030684_332c0dbb753924347f974bd6bd2031e3331c4fe3.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
06-27-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 226
Posted By Shadco

The red one. .

The red one.

.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 10:34 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 55,558
Posted By noglider

A friend of mine has a Favorit. I might be able...

A friend of mine has a Favorit. I might be able to take measurements, but I don't know when I will see him next. Maybe I can invite him to come for dinner on his bike.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 226
Views: 5,495
Posted By AdventureManCO

But just the frameset alone for an SLR 9 Gen 8 is...

But just the frameset alone for an SLR 9 Gen 8 is $6000, so this must be a different bike. No issues w/ their pricing structure, but if you can find me an SLR 9 Gen 8 for $3500 I'd be interested in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 399
Posted By bikingshearer

My badges don't stink. My feet, on the other...

My badges don't stink. My feet, on the other hand . . . .
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 319
Views: 15,017
Posted By georges1

I mean very rocky terrain with lots of potholes,...

I mean very rocky terrain with lots of potholes, rocks, roots, mud, tree trunks and thick pieces of wood. There are also brambles.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
06-27-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 288
Posted By Shadco

Starting to worry about the cost of Matteo since...

Starting to worry about the cost of Matteo since he has been selected for the US Olympic team.

.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 226
Views: 5,495
Posted By PeteHski

So now you know that the Trek shop guy is full of...

So now you know that the Trek shop guy is full of @#*%
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 762
Views: 55,545
Posted By daverup

The stem and cable from BOC are now on this 82...

The stem and cable from BOC are now on this 82 Schwinn,

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 09:40 AM
Replies: 8,076
Views: 1,017,340
Posted By daverup

I've been working on this 82 Super Sport SP for a...

I've been working on this 82 Super Sport SP for a few weeks. Lots of patina, and some mechanical overhauling.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 399
Posted By Kabuki12

After considering what has been the norm in the...

After considering what has been the norm in the past and what is unknown to those of us that look forward to this event, I think that if the organizers would have just announced that the registration...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 399
Posted By FrejusFlyer

I believe the CR Davis event will include...

I believe the CR Davis event will include multiple rides on different days (Friday-Saturday-Sunday), a swap and show where you can display your bikes....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 786
Posted By smd4

And in the case of OEM Columbus or Reynolds (or...

And in the case of OEM Columbus or Reynolds (or other) decals, you'd much rather keep the originals than order copies.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-24, 09:26 AM
Replies: 319
Views: 15,017
Posted By big john

Not sure what you mean by "accidented"? I'm...

Not sure what you mean by "accidented"?

I'm 70 now and a lot of the dirt I ride these days could be done on a hardtail or even a gravel bike. But I'd hate to give up the big, slack enduro bike for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-24, 09:26 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 786
Posted By cyccommute

Clamping on the post is a general practice. A...

Clamping on the post is a general practice. A post is generally cheaper to replace if you do screw up than a frame. The only bike that I clamp on the frame is my tandem and I use the stoker top...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 399
Posted By Caliwild

https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/C4E12AQG2D8yqygh...

https://media.licdn.com/dms/image/C4E12AQG2D8yqyghe9A/article-cover_image-shrink_600_2000/0/1546973652775?e=2147483647&v=beta&t=VoGFrsmqZ7ansN0XW4Cufapm4YZF737tr2ANiYDJm1A
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-24, 09:12 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 79
Posted By cyccommute

Go with a microShift...

Go with a microShift (https://www.universalcycles.com/shopping/product_details.php?id=110625) front. The one in the link does a 52 tooth chainring and comes in the clamp size you need. microShift...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 3,289
Views: 445,840
Posted By bertinjim

WGB- "Training " tubulars were a heavier weight...

WGB-
"Training " tubulars were a heavier weight tire used in typical road training. Lighter, latex tubed cottons or silks would be on the lighter race wheels.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-27-24, 08:52 AM
Replies: 1,273
Views: 77,673
Posted By SoCaled

Woodrup rescue? Woodrup Giro Touring - $100...

Woodrup rescue?

Woodrup Giro Touring - $100 - Goleta, CA
https://santabarbara.craigslist.org/bik/d/goleta-woodrup-vintage-bicycle/7760784409.html
one lousy pic
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-24, 08:48 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 428
Posted By wheelreason

Yes, but it has nothing to do with bikes...

Yes, but it has nothing to do with bikes...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-27-24, 08:44 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 91
Posted By whiskerc

Hi Guys, thanks for the welcome. WaveyGravey, I...

Hi Guys, thanks for the welcome.
WaveyGravey, I biked a lot growing up but not much since then. Do a brisk 45min walk every morning. My plan is to get a good folding bike to be able to bring on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 6,637
Views: 636,910
Posted By Smaug1

Wound up with 35 miles between these two rides: ...

Wound up with 35 miles between these two rides:
https://www.strava.com/activities/11747960708
https://www.strava.com/activities/11748820008

There was a pretty stiff NE wind, but the northerly...
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