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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-25-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 300
Posted By MoAlpha

What did the guy on the left take to get taller? ...

What did the guy on the left take to get taller? I need that.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 99
Posted By obrentharris

A wonderful bike! I'm hoping to see some photos...

A wonderful bike!
I'm hoping to see some photos of it in the French countryside posted in the "Where'd You Ride Today?" thread once you have it in your possession.
Brent
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 983
Posted By almico8

Hoods and tape. The gold is a little much....

Hoods and tape. The gold is a little much. Hopefully it gets dirty quick and loses the shine. This was cheap Amazon tape and, no surprise, didn't come with an adhesive backing. I think I'm a convert....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 28,398
Views: 4,898,394
Posted By bluesteak

thanks, makes sense.

thanks, makes sense.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 5,844
Views: 145,144
Posted By LAJ

I always thought this was in the dictionary under...

I always thought this was in the dictionary under one hit wonder.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W2msh0jut2Y
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 152
Posted By DaveSSS

If there is nó riser plate under the rear...

If there is nó riser plate under the rear caliper, the frame is made for 160mm minimum rotor.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,239
Posted By gugie

He's a lawyer, not a software engineer. Don't...

He's a lawyer, not a software engineer.
Don't let facts get in the way of a good story.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 5,844
Views: 145,144
Posted By Deal4Fuji

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AR8D2yqgQ1U ...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AR8D2yqgQ1U

The guys in SB must be pretty good sports to let Modern Family use their song in this episode with Edward Norton playing the fictional lead singer Izzy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-24, 07:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 375
Posted By grumpus

I took it to mean that the crystals could...

I took it to mean that the crystals could effectively weld together and break repeatedly on a molecular scale. It's not friction causing them to stick together but Van der Waals forces. But this is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-24, 06:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 331
Posted By rccardr

I use the MiniMotos on my Cherubim gravel/gravel...

I use the MiniMotos on my Cherubim gravel/gravel touring bike.
Same adjustment system, easy to use once you follow the directions. Micro-adjustable spring settings.
Awesome braking power and...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-25-24, 06:32 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,052
Posted By Trakhak

That's a great idea that I've never come across...

That's a great idea that I've never come across before.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 06:03 AM
Replies: 5,844
Views: 145,144
Posted By indyfabz

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsKqMNDoR4o

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RsKqMNDoR4o
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 05:58 AM
Replies: 5,844
Views: 145,144
Posted By BillyD

Even if that’s so, what a hit that was! I always...

Even if that’s so, what a hit that was! I always considered Donna Summers as the queen of disco but most students of the genre insist Gloria owns that title.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 04:59 AM
Replies: 5,844
Views: 145,144
Posted By mvnsnd

I would consider the comments already mentioned...

I would consider the comments already mentioned and instead of "on behalf of several members of the volunteer Board" say "on behalf of a majority of members of the volunteer Board"
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 04:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 338
Posted By bikemig

Everything else being equal, a bike with 700c...

Everything else being equal, a bike with 700c wheels would be a better choice but condition and the quality of the bike matter. There are good 27 inch tires out there from the major manufacturers...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 04:50 AM
Replies: 2,825
Views: 180,225
Posted By smontanaro

Olmo Nuovo Sprint francese and Paris - 52cm

Might be an interesting project, though it seems to need some work. Comes with a bunch of parts as well.

https://www.ebay.com/itm/126690030579
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 338
Posted By randyjawa

My first piece of advice is to understand that,...

My first piece of advice is to understand that, from an ease of use, safety and performance point of view, vintage bikes come in second to newer offerings. This is harder to use......
Forum: Road Cycling
09-25-24, 03:58 AM
Replies: 5,844
Views: 145,144
Posted By indyfabz

Happy National One-Hit Wonder Day! ...

Happy National One-Hit Wonder Day!

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=6dYWe1c3OyU&pp=ygUOaSB3aWxsIHN1cnZpdmU%3D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-24, 02:35 AM
Replies: 22,533
Views: 3,597,205
Posted By bironi

I'd have to change to more than one gear, fixed...

I'd have to change to more than one gear, fixed or single wouldn't cut it.
I could race slugs or snails up those grades with many gears..
I'd likely be covered in slime at the top.
Nice pics,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 11:03 PM
Replies: 8,606
Views: 1,152,267
Posted By RCMoeur

Tonight I got back to working on my...

Tonight I got back to working on my slightly-neglected chrome cruiser. Not only does it need shift cable & housing work, but I discovered the wires on the Wald front basket had fatigued and snapped...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-24-24, 10:27 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 183
Posted By Canker

If you are riding smooth flowy stuff a rigid is...

If you are riding smooth flowy stuff a rigid is ok. It is when you get into a place with tons of rocks and roots you really start wishing you at least had a front suspension. For a MUP path a rigid...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 22,533
Views: 3,597,205
Posted By bironi

50 miles on the fixed following a couple buddies...

50 miles on the fixed following a couple buddies with many gears.
It was a great day, right on the edge of late summer/beginning of fall.
A perfect day.
I have been out of town for a week plus....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-24, 09:36 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 5,346
Posted By rsbob

I didn’t think it was actually possible. 9 out...

I didn’t think it was actually possible. 9 out of 10 world tour riders agree.

However, flats do have a place on cruisers, MTBs and e-bikes. On racing road bikes, not so much.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 09:32 PM
Replies: 7,220
Views: 1,137,797
Posted By northbend

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54020068024_64...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/54020068024_64618d9286_b.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 170
Posted By Polaris OBark

I pur mine out of an orange bottle.

I pur mine out of an orange bottle.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-24, 09:21 PM
Replies: 5,844
Views: 145,144
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

That sun's going down pretty early these days! I...

That sun's going down pretty early these days! I got back outta the woods this evening and thought, dang it must by 8 o'clock already. Nope, it was only 1900 hours.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-24-24, 09:11 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,052
Posted By Carbonfiberboy

I always do my own fitting. This is the method...

I always do my own fitting. This is the method I've hit upon: https://www.bikeforums.net/21296948-post3.html
Works for me, at least up to 400k.

I've been using clipless pedals (SPD with mountain...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-24, 09:04 PM
Replies: 6,999
Views: 724,545
Posted By rsbob

46 miles, 1800’ and a KOM on a short straight. ...

46 miles, 1800’ and a KOM on a short straight. The mailbox did not provide an aero advantage
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 08:44 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 229
Posted By 76SLT

Beautiful bike. You've done a great job restoring...

Beautiful bike. You've done a great job restoring it. I also have an old British bike with Stallard rear dropouts, but I've never been able to identify the make. The picture from Juvela with the blue...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-24-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,052
Posted By t2p

can you expand / add to the 6 mile loop ? or...

can you expand / add to the 6 mile loop ? or maybe a different spot ?

There is a nice paved path / 5 mile loop around a scenic lake in a county park relatively close to my house. I can expand it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-24, 08:37 PM
Replies: 6,999
Views: 724,545
Posted By jadmt

60 miles and picked up a bone 40 mies in. Brand...

60 miles and picked up a bone 40 mies in. Brand new tire too.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-24, 08:32 PM
Replies: 3,355
Views: 698,261
Posted By jadmt

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 08:23 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 855
Posted By squarenoise

So I got all the cable housing sorted, but came...

So I got all the cable housing sorted, but came up short one Campy brake cable. LBS was out of stock, so I have a couple on order. Also decided to order some 35c tires since deflating the 38s is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-24-24, 08:14 PM
Replies: 6,999
Views: 724,545
Posted By diphthong

fairly coastal 59-spot. overcast for half the...

fairly coastal 59-spot. overcast for half the ride. some decent, shortish (less than .5 mile) climbs mixed in. 6th day in a row riding
after not having ridden for the better part of a month. legs a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 2,825
Views: 180,225
Posted By philpeugeot

47cm Specialized Sequoia in Fresno, CA - $25 ...

47cm Specialized Sequoia in Fresno, CA - $25
facebook.com/marketplace/item/1085305569679467...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-24-24, 08:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 183
Posted By Arrowana

I wouldn't expect the Giant to feel significantly...

I wouldn't expect the Giant to feel significantly different, maybe the geometry of one might feel nicer than the other. The one in the pic looks like mid 90's rather than the year 2000. Wouldn't be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 408
Posted By maddog34

i made a printed label for my toolbox at a M/C...

i made a printed label for my toolbox at a M/C shop many decades ago.. "Don't assume... Find out."
don't Think it's fine or OK... check, test, and inspect EVERYTHING
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 1,897
Views: 275,342
Posted By xiaoman1

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Kengo Kuma, Architect: The Bamboo House at The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 07:54 PM
Replies: 8,606
Views: 1,152,267
Posted By alexihnen

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x2000/img_9957_07751c04dbd481939a50e938b502b1a07480913c.jpg

It was a good day in the work stand.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 2,825
Views: 180,225
Posted By WGB

facebook.com/marketplace/item/430847876119360Vinta...

facebook.com/marketplace/item/430847876119360Vintage Paletti Road Racing Bike Made in Italy$200 · In stock
Listed in Washington, DC

Paletti road racer from the early 80s. Original Campagnolo...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 8,606
Views: 1,152,267
Posted By Chuck M

I consolidated a couple of boxes of crap and one...

I consolidated a couple of boxes of crap and one drawer of crap into this little container of crap. It is still mostly crap, but I have a LOT less crap.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 07:42 PM
Replies: 3,756
Views: 502,889
Posted By PhilFo

This is my youngest child, LeeBa who is not in...

This is my youngest child, LeeBa who is not in the mood for paparazzi...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-24, 07:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 580
Posted By 13ollocks

when I install a waxed chain, I run it up and...

when I install a waxed chain, I run it up and down the cassette once on the stand. It chatters the first couple of turns of the crank, but then the stiff joints loosen up and shed their excess wax...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 07:35 PM
Replies: 9,230
Views: 3,325,309
Posted By DorkDisk

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 580
Posted By jadmt

as soon as I install it I run it through the...

as soon as I install it I run it through the gears either by riding it or spinning thru the gears on the stand. going on 7000 miles and never an issue. the little wax whiskers/flakes left behind...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-24-24, 07:28 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 4,052
Posted By downtube42

I paid for a fitting with a highly recommended...

I paid for a fitting with a highly recommended fitter recently. He did measure my range of motion before going into the fitting.

Side note. I'm 63. He noted that within the cycling range of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 229
Posted By kroozer

Thanks for everybody's kind replies. FTT, I live...

Thanks for everybody's kind replies. FTT, I live in Mexico, so shipping is not an issue for me in the sense you are thinking. It's the other way around--I rarely have things shipped here from outside...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 3,355
Views: 698,261
Posted By biker128pedal

Road being emptied. ...

Road being emptied.

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-24, 07:16 PM
Replies: 2,825
Views: 180,225
Posted By '02 nrs

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