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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-24, 10:19 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,459
Posted By mschwett

it does not take a degree in electrical...

it does not take a degree in electrical engineering to replace a di2 battery. it’s much, much easier than, for example, replacing a mechanical shift cable.

if you’re going to start soldering ****...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 09:44 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 186
Posted By squirtdad

ugly, that is beautiful for reference on...

ugly, that is beautiful

for reference on color taste values

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 126
Posted By SwimmerMike

I’m really looking forward to seeing this build...

I’m really looking forward to seeing this build progress. So far, great progress.
Forum: Touring
09-22-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,188
Posted By downtube42

I recall being on vacation in some middle sized...

I recall being on vacation in some middle sized town in Vermont and noticed the 20 and 30 somethings were hanging out on the sidewalk and at their cars, chilling, joking, having a good time, probably...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 09:17 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 572
Posted By bulgie

I made two frames for myself with Stump dropouts...

I made two frames for myself with Stump dropouts in 1977. I visited Bud (Art) to purchase them and he was super nice to me, gave me the full tour, showed me how he did things, work in progress,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 09:06 PM
Replies: 22,528
Views: 3,591,898
Posted By SurferRosa

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Forum: Touring
09-22-24, 09:03 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,188
Posted By john m flores

ACA struggles are not unique. Every motorcycle...

ACA struggles are not unique. Every motorcycle club and publication that I've worked with is facing the same challenge - how to stay relevant and viable after the Boomers that grew the sport start...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-24, 08:57 PM
Replies: 6,988
Views: 722,485
Posted By Fredo76

Not very far today. But I got out. ...

Not very far today. But I got out.

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Blue Bella at Rio Grande, Autumn Equinox...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 08:40 PM
Replies: 8,586
Views: 1,145,299
Posted By RCMoeur

The Raleigh Pro did fine on a 40 mile ride today,...

The Raleigh Pro did fine on a 40 mile ride today, so no work needed on that bike. For the moment.

Instead, since the evenings are starting to get nice (even if the days are still in the 100s), I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 08:24 PM
Replies: 22,528
Views: 3,591,898
Posted By ascherer

Just a quick coffeeneuring run with Mrs. ascherer...

Just a quick coffeeneuring run with Mrs. ascherer on the trail today.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 235
Posted By Kontact

I already suggesting dremeling it down. But I...

I already suggesting dremeling it down. But I don't see how that pin is from lug assembly - there are no lugs on the bottom of the BB shell.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-22-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 2,908
Posted By msalvetti

Goal: 350 miles 9/1: 20.0 9/2: 20.0 9/4:...

Goal: 350 miles
9/1: 20.0
9/2: 20.0
9/4: 20.0
9/6: 20.0
9/7: 20.0
9/8: 20.0
9/9: 20.0
9/11: 20.0
9/14: 24.1
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 2,819
Posted By Broctoon

A steam piston engine makes its maximum torque...

A steam piston engine makes its maximum torque and horsepower at zero RPM. Seriously. As soon as it starts to move, power and torque begin dropping off. This is why steam was ideal for trains......
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-24, 08:01 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,459
Posted By Kontact

We did this all the time. We had test wires, and...

We did this all the time. We had test wires, and would hook up to a floor bike if test components are needed. But all of this takes time - and that is at shop rate. But we had the right test boxes...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 91
Posted By cb400bill

They don't have dumps like this around here.

They don't have dumps like this around here.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 235
Posted By Kontact

What lug was held in place by a pin on the bottom...

What lug was held in place by a pin on the bottom of the BB shell?
Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
09-22-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 68
Posted By rhenry01

My initial thoughts on microShift 3X8 brifters

A couple days ago I swapped my Sora 3X8 shifters and Tiagra rear mech for microShift R8 3X8 shifters and Ultegra rear mech. I have gone on a couple rides and I have to say that the microShift...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 91
Posted By randyjawa

The Garneau Story...

Sometimes I am amazed at what I find at the dump (Canadian word for Landfill Site). Well today amazed the poo poo out of me. But I must go back a week to help understand what made today's dump run so...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 2,819
Posted By smd4

Getting off dead center could be a problem even...

Getting off dead center could be a problem even with two cylinders.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 126
Posted By PhilFo

Here's the frame after the better part of a day...

Here's the frame after the better part of a day of curing, after the first coat....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 22,528
Views: 3,591,898
Posted By rccardr

You clearly live in a lovely part of the country....

You clearly live in a lovely part of the country.
But you lost me at the ‘24mph pace’ part.
Age and reality hold me back, I guess.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-22-24, 06:29 PM
Replies: 394
Views: 17,586
Posted By Ron Damon

Indeed. I've highlighted this a couple of times...

Indeed. I've highlighted this a couple of times before. Don't make the same mistake as others. 10kg unsteered on the head tube, natively and sans adapter, is a definite plus if you plan to schlep...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 2,792
Views: 177,528
Posted By jamesdak

In the local ads, it's pretty but pricey in my...

In the local ads, it's pretty but pricey in my book.

1977 Schwinn Volare Pearlescent Orange $1000 :eek:https://classifieds.ksl.com/listing/76789337...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 05:41 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 126
Posted By PhilFo

1949 Rotrax "Shirley" track frame, slight resto and build-up

I've written a bit in a couple other threads about this 1949 Rotrax I came into owning and I figured I need to do a little recording of the process of bringing it back to life.

This actually...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-24, 05:37 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,588
Posted By LarrySellerz

The kit can make it more onerous to get on the...

The kit can make it more onerous to get on the bike
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 05:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 186
Posted By sloar

Someone has to buy the ugly ones.

I’m a sucker for Treks, especially when they are local and great deals. I hate the paint, but full Ultegra 9 speed with functioning brifters that are not gummed up was hard to pass on. I’ve never had...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-22-24, 05:31 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,390
Posted By john m flores

It kind of reminds me of Harley-Davidson...

It kind of reminds me of Harley-Davidson motorcycles. They are known for raw, crude, air-cooled v-twin motors and any time they try something that isn't a raw, crude, air-cooled v-twin, their...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,459
Posted By Polaris OBark

If you can find someone else with a Di2 bicycle...

If you can find someone else with a Di2 bicycle to indulge you in this, it might be useful to swap out parts until you can isolate the problem. Even if the brake levers are hydraulic disc, you can...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 05:20 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,211
Posted By tkamd73

I had my Raleigh repainted in this hideous...

I had my Raleigh repainted in this hideous green.😁
Tim
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 157
Posted By mstateglfr

It isn't an '89 with '91 paint. '89 950...

It isn't an '89 with '91 paint.

'89 950 frames have derailleur cables routed under the bottom bracket. Also, that socketed seat lug wasn't used in '89. Lastly, OX tubing wasn't used in '89.

...
Forum: Introductions
09-22-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 209
Posted By BikePNW

Thank you! Based in the Portland area, road and...

Thank you! Based in the Portland area, road and gravel riding mainly. Been enjoying riding forest park with my newly built Soma Wolverine. Will upload a pic
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 243
Posted By almico8

Stupid comfy. I was getting some...

Stupid comfy.



I was getting some chain drop when I stopped pedaling, so I took apart the freewheel cleaned and lubed it up.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 05:15 PM
Replies: 22,528
Views: 3,591,898
Posted By Wildwood

Always grateful to post this thread

Have not ridden the Batavus for a while. Instead of indexed, my brifters are leaning toward analog. The short toptube and tall headtube shorten the cockpit, even with saddle pushed back and 13cm...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-22-24, 04:48 PM
Replies: 3,757
Views: 1,079,339
Posted By jamesdak

Well, some have gone but more have come into the...

Well, some have gone but more have come into the house.

These two were part of a bulk buy as frameset's, parts, and a couple of wheelsets:.

Pegoretti Duende:...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-22-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 3,059
Posted By Ron Damon

Here's a tasteful Zephyr build... ...

Here's a tasteful Zephyr build...

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Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-24, 04:31 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,918
Posted By Koyote

In the fantasies of the oldsters who still...

In the fantasies of the oldsters who still vehemently prefer tubulars (about .00003% of cyclists), tubeless tires are dangerous and unproven cutting-edge technology.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-22-24, 04:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 406
Posted By a_d_a_m

Here they are. ...

Here they are.
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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-22-24, 04:29 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 2,908
Posted By a_d_a_m

Must have jinxed myself with that last post....

Must have jinxed myself with that last post. Browns lost, clouds rolled in, I got wet. New wheelset did fine, though.

9/1: 5.01
9/2: 5.32
9/3: 7.00
9/4: 6.48
9/5: 6.22
9/6: 5.27
9/7: 5.40...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-22-24, 04:19 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 7,214
Posted By Eric F

I’m currently riding Thundero/Swampero 44s...

I’m currently riding Thundero/Swampero 44s (non-HD). I’m enjoying the extra volume for a lot of my local riding, but do notice the additional weight and a little more sluggish response on the road. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-22-24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 394
Views: 17,586
Posted By Ron Damon

Note that those FnHon Storm frames are a previous...

Note that those FnHon Storm frames are a previous generation with no front block. Caveat emptor.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 03:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 834
Posted By almico8

Did some work on the bike. 30mm Panaracer Agilest...

Did some work on the bike. 30mm Panaracer Agilest tires on Araya 700c bronze rims. Recessed AGC calipers swapped out for non recessed 1st gen Dura-Ace. Filled the recesses with a washer.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 451
Posted By spclark

I bought a 2023 Tarmac SL7 at the beginning of...

I bought a 2023 Tarmac SL7 at the beginning of this month. Sold with Shimano 105 mechanical groupset, got it put together a week ago today. Several rides since proved the FD-R7100 needed some tuning...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 3,918
Posted By choddo

I don’t think this happens to TL clinchers does...

I don’t think this happens to TL clinchers does it? They barely come off the rim when you want them to.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-24, 03:23 PM
Replies: 5,731
Views: 141,398
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Colorado is gettin' some. Up by Creede ...

Colorado is gettin' some. Up by Creede
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 03:19 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 268
Posted By non-fixie

In the interest of historical accuracy: when they...

In the interest of historical accuracy: when they were new, mixtes were made for and marketed to women. Whatever we may think of gender-related products today.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-22-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 235
Posted By gaucho777

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This frame had a lip at the chain stay junction. I took a long, round file to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-24, 03:03 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,459
Posted By cb400bill

Stop with all the back and forth snark. If you...

Stop with all the back and forth snark. If you can't help the OP, please move on to another thread.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-22-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,459
Posted By Polaris OBark

So can an electromagnetic pulse from a hydrogen...

So can an electromagnetic pulse from a hydrogen bomb detonation. However, neither that, nor a pinched wire, is part of the OP's issue.

I typed slowly so you can try to assimilate it.
Forum: Touring
09-22-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 2,179
Views: 456,263
Posted By PedalingWalrus

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Soccer Match and everything is booked - stealth...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-22-24, 02:39 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 5,390
Posted By Jipe

But all these tires excepted one are too wide for...

But all these tires excepted one are too wide for Helix and most of them wider than 2"/50mm.



I fully agree with you, the tri-fold concept of Andew Ritchie and the 35x349 wheels were designed...
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