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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 05:44 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 247
Posted By steelbikeguy

this doesn't exactly fit the scenario offered,...

this doesn't exactly fit the scenario offered, but...
A fellow had the fortune of picking up a handful of Raleighs still in the box when a shop in the Chicago area went out of business somewhere...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 05:40 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 109
Posted By SirMike1983

On proprietary brake cables, I start with...

On proprietary brake cables, I start with something thin that will clean out the old gunk/grease. Tri-flow, One-shot, or even WD-40 can work for that. Then hang them up until the fluid runs clean out...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 05:03 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 453
Posted By ollo_ollo

I have 2: Red one was yard sale find in Pensacola...

I have 2: Red one was yard sale find in Pensacola Fl, has all Campy Athena and sewups. I got the Silver one on Fidalgo Island in Washington State. It has some evidence of fork failure: A replacement...
Forum: Framebuilders
05-30-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 75
Posted By bulgie

My thought was a crumpled front-end repair. It's...

My thought was a crumpled front-end repair. It's nicer to have the paint off before doing frame repairs, no burning paint smoke.

Couple of those frames have expensive PMW dropouts, not likely to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 04:51 PM
Replies: 6,484
Views: 606,635
Posted By Sierra_rider

Did a variation of my "easy," not-so-climby loop....

Did a variation of my "easy," not-so-climby loop. Still hit the golden ratio at 50 miles and 5000' elevation gain, but at least it's not one of the usual 125'/mile+ rides. ...
Forum: Framebuilders
05-30-24, 04:50 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 81
Posted By bulgie

I used to weigh north of 270 (now down to 240 and...

I used to weigh north of 270 (now down to 240 and still working on it), and I've always been happy on 531 frames with .8/.5-ish TT in 1" diameter. Others would feel that's too whippy, but I prefer...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 84,123
Posted By genejockey

Oh, yeah. Obviously. /sarcasm

Oh, yeah. Obviously.

/sarcasm
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 04:11 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,138
Posted By Polaris OBark

I have something similar but with a neck flap.

I have something similar but with a neck flap.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-30-24, 04:10 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,905
Posted By Ron Damon

Awesome. You'll need a press fit tool to install...

Awesome. You'll need a press fit tool to install it or at least a rubber mallet, as the bearing cartridge cups, top and bottom, are pressed onto the headtube....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 04:08 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 307
Posted By Trakhak

Congratulations, sincerely. I'd never have been...

Congratulations, sincerely. I'd never have been in contention there.

In the mid-80's, I went on a few training rides on hilly and twisty Baltimore County roads with a young woman who was a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 03:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 307
Posted By terrymorse

Descents are still tracked by Strava. Look who is...

Descents are still tracked by Strava. Look who is on top of the "old guys" leaderboard for Mt. Hamilton.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 428
Posted By Jrasero

I also have had a bunch of Hunt wheels and while...

I also have had a bunch of Hunt wheels and while they do ship most of their wheels from the US their customer service is UK based, the wheels are designed in the UK but made in China, and for me I...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 03:40 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 84,123
Posted By rjones28

Road trip pic of the Day. ...

Road trip pic of the Day.

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 178
Posted By oldbobcat

When these started coming in new bikes, they were...

When these started coming in new bikes, they were either stuck on, probably randomly, or in a small plastic parts bag with a tiny, obscure instruction sheet. If the cable was already attached, it was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 03:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 110
Posted By Aardwolf

I thought about that, but ... They're quite...

I thought about that, but ...

They're quite short - 3.25mm - and with more height you can cut a steeper groove slope if required,
I think the Rene Herse ones are more than 3.25mm and come with...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 03:26 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 84,123
Posted By genejockey

I had. Now I don't have to. ;)

I had. Now I don't have to. ;)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 255
Posted By RoadWearier

Boy for a peace loving vegan you sure like to...

Boy for a peace loving vegan you sure like to argue a lot. How about not answering any of my posts from now on?
Trust me your opinion is not needed or wanted.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 198
Posted By NVFlinch

What they mean is that the tubing is a bit...

What they mean is that the tubing is a bit lighter than, say, the water pipes in Flint MIchigan. The hazard of riding one of those is that, since they are so massive, their intense gravitaional field...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 03:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 377
Posted By Steve B.

So basically you can program one of the top...

So basically you can program one of the top buttons to send the F derailer to the other ring with one push.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 03:04 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 255
Posted By RoadWearier

Right. That is pretty obvious. I was just curious...

Right. That is pretty obvious. I was just curious as to how many people at bike forums have found that bikes supposedly "too small" by the charts reckoning found themselves happy ultimately with the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 02:59 PM
Replies: 865
Views: 48,613
Posted By smontanaro

I'm guessing something made since the acquisition...

I'm guessing something made since the acquisition of the Masi name by Haro.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 865
Views: 48,613
Posted By Fried_Chicken

70's Motobecane Grand Record (NYC) $200

NYC Area. 1975-ish Motobecane Grand Record in pretty good shape! Seems to be mostly original (he has original drop bars and brake levers, but tossed the brooks saddle). Asking $200


This is the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 755
Posted By veganbikes

So why not call them degens (from up country)...

So why not call them degens (from up country) (https://letterkenny.fandom.com/wiki/Degens) why invoke punk?


Ok so a small group of randos is not a large segment of society. Annoying but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 02:47 PM
Replies: 7,982
Views: 979,436
Posted By Mr. 66

It’s a wrap! ...

It’s a wrap!
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0503_79e187a796cecffaf4fcbe660c83cc798e0fec14.jpeg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,138
Posted By rsbob

The stripes of excellence? Have gotten to...

The stripes of excellence?

Have gotten to the point where I have to spray my noggin with sunscreen before donning my lid. Maybe I need a wig glued to the inside of the helmet and then shock...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,110
Posted By Eric F

That was my thinking (mostly), until I got a...

That was my thinking (mostly), until I got a gravel bike. The versatility of the format over a wide variety of uses inspired me to set up multiple wheelsets for it. My race/everyday set is 40mm...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-30-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,839
Posted By Smaug1

You don't want to take a ride up to Kenosha (SE...

You don't want to take a ride up to Kenosha (SE WI) and try my bikes out? It's ~3 hours from central IL. Make a day of it some time, it'll be worth it. We'll have a beer and talk eBikes for awhile.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,138
Posted By rsbob

Ayup - too big for the p-brain

Ayup - too big for the p-brain
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-30-24, 02:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,839
Posted By LuckyLyndy

:lol::lol::lol:

:lol::lol::lol:
Forum: Framebuilders
05-30-24, 02:19 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 75
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

Interesting mix of frame styles, including what...

Interesting mix of frame styles, including what might be a S&S coupled frame "half". My first thought was a bunch of Asian made frames waiting for the primer. Taking a longer look I'm not sure...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 02:18 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 1,131
Posted By Camilo

Buy a helmet that you like the fit and looks...

Buy a helmet that you like the fit and looks (color, shape) of. Everything else is far on the margins (IMHO, non-expert).
Forum: Touring
05-30-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 18,664
Posted By bharrisonb

It's old, but timeless

It's old, but timeless
Forum: Touring
05-30-24, 02:12 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 18,664
Posted By phughes

You just relied to an eight year old thread. ...

You just relied to an eight year old thread.

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 02:07 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,138
Posted By Polaris OBark

You could also just remove the entire helmet. ...

You could also just remove the entire helmet. That might be cooler, unless you have white hair.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 333
Posted By phughes

Why? I use friction shifting and love it. My...

Why? I use friction shifting and love it. My newest bike came with indexed bar end shifters, but the indexing gave out, so I switched the shifters over to friction until I could replace the shifters....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 84,123
Posted By seedsbelize2

It was the bb. A hair loose. Thanks Big John....

It was the bb. A hair loose. Thanks Big John. Maybe I’ll remember next time.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 02:01 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 84,123
Posted By genejockey

Just make sure to have something to drink with...

Just make sure to have something to drink with it.

Could be worse, though. Could be a Power Bar.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-30-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 81
Posted By SoSmellyAir

GRX RD-RX810 (2x11) officially supports up to an...

GRX RD-RX810 (2x11) officially supports up to an 11-34 cassette:
SHIMANO GRX Rear Derailleur 11-speed (34T max low sprocket) | SHIMANO BIKE-US...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 01:57 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 755
Posted By indyfabz

He’s been reported.

He’s been reported.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 255
Posted By RoadWearier

You are totally missing the point. I'm asking if...

You are totally missing the point. I'm asking if anyone owns a bike that is smaller than the sizing charts would indicate they should have AND it is comfortable for them. I'm not asking if somebody...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 01:41 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,623
Posted By majmt

Well done, mountaindave et al. ...

Well done, mountaindave et al.

https://bigskyjournal.com/tour-de-flathead/
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 01:38 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 84,123
Posted By Trsnrtr

I feel way better than my doc led me to believe...

I feel way better than my doc led me to believe I'd feel. I do nap a lot, though. As long as I don't try to ride hard two to three days in a row without a day off, I seem to do pretty well. Had a bad...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 84,123
Posted By BillyD

I too have that jersey, as well as the...

I too have that jersey, as well as the windbreaker in long sleeves.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-30-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 1,510
Views: 451,120
Posted By cliff_cliff

our walter ...

our walter
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20240126_160519_85dcf1253b7a51b4bc69865d2ba9fdb66c4a9986.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
05-30-24, 01:21 PM
Replies: 3,586
Views: 84,123
Posted By indyfabz

No food or drink allowed. You would probably get...

No food or drink allowed. You would probably get mobbed by the goats and the countless ducks and geese.
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-30-24, 01:20 PM
Replies: 1,510
Views: 451,120
Posted By cliff_cliff

my electric folder that i use for commuting ...

my electric folder that i use for commuting

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20240323_150337_164947bcc24fdf7a81e52e2868f8d7173a89ad20.jpg
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-30-24, 01:20 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 81
Posted By Koyote

Yes, and yes.

Yes, and yes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,943
Posted By Iride01

I'm not keeping the bike for a museum piece. So...

I'm not keeping the bike for a museum piece. So scratches, dings, nicks and other stuff are all history to evidence what I've been through on the bike and add character to it. Sometimes they are...
Forum: Electric Bikes
05-30-24, 01:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,839
Posted By LuckyLyndy

Agreed. I'm watching a You Tuber from Colorado,...

Agreed. I'm watching a You Tuber from Colorado, who is removing the throttle on his Velotric Summit, and programming it to be Class 1. Now if it was only a mid-drive, or had a through axle on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 333
Posted By genejockey

Mine's a 1994 H400. It was the first bike I...

Mine's a 1994 H400. It was the first bike I bought as a grown-up, when we moved to a mile or so from my workplace. It got me back into riding, after a hiatus of a couple decades. But it's been...
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