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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-01-24, 06:25 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 1,761
Posted By Paul Barnard

As a pedestrian, I behave predictably. As a...

As a pedestrian, I behave predictably. As a bicyclist, I pass pedestrians and other vulnerable users with minimal speed disparity. A pedestrian's right of way is not absolute. When they behave...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-24, 06:21 AM
Replies: 3,725
Views: 87,764
Posted By Trsnrtr

Nope. After all of the negative internet expert...

Nope. After all of the negative internet expert crap, I was expecting all kinds of fit finishes and stuff but up close, it looked well built and it kind of grew on me the more I looked at it. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-24, 05:40 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 23,318
Posted By Sy Reene

Be careful with that advice.. I have not needed...

Be careful with that advice.. I have not needed to size up from what Castelli's own size charts say, but otoh if you're comparing some typical US brand "Large" to Castelli, then yes you'd likely need...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 23,318
Posted By znomit

And too right. Socks and sandals should be an...

And too right. Socks and sandals should be an instant permanent ban.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-24, 05:18 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 23,318
Posted By znomit

No way, I still look fabulous.

No way, I still look fabulous.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 04:20 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 347
Posted By bruce19

I just want to give you kudos for embarking on...

I just want to give you kudos for embarking on the journey you've undertaken. Really a good choice IMO. But, one bit of advice ... be patient with yourself. Go forward in small steps until the big...
Forum: Touring
06-01-24, 04:14 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 501
Posted By indyfabz

I rode through the Tabernas area. It’s where a...

I rode through the Tabernas area. It’s where a lot of “Spaghetti Westerns” were filmed, including The Good, the Bad & the Ugly.” Portions of Lawrence of Arabia were also filmed there.
Forum: Southern California
06-01-24, 01:56 AM
Replies: 2,945
Views: 385,871
Posted By malcala622

Critical Mass Los Angeles tonight with my...

Critical Mass Los Angeles tonight with my children. The wife had a work conference this week in Arizona so I went solo. About 18 miles and tacos afterwards.

90% leg and 10% motor use on my wife's...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-01-24, 01:20 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 249
Posted By Duragrouch

OP: If brake grab on the rear is too high, and...

OP: If brake grab on the rear is too high, and you have a short-pull lever, put a long-pull (v-brake) lever on it and it will grab less.

I encountered the reverse; My friend has a cheap folder,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 11:49 PM
Replies: 3,131
Views: 551,615
Posted By Ogsarg

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

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Elkhorn Slough marine estuary.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 11:13 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 426
Posted By Sierra_rider

Lol I think we did different loops today...you...

Lol I think we did different loops today...you could stop for pastries, my only options were messy cow patties. I did bring a Twix bar with me and that was my big "reward" when I was at my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 11:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 426
Posted By rsbob

I take mine on gravel as well, and did today. ...

I take mine on gravel as well, and did today. Never a problem. Now stop stalking me, or is it the other way around?

When I finished the ride and was loading the bike on the car (I don’t do 60...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 10:44 PM
Replies: 6,490
Views: 608,745
Posted By rsbob

Beautiful day ;;before the atmospheric river...

Beautiful day ;;before the atmospheric river arrives. Did almost 64 miles with 3500’ of climbing. One punchy 10th of a mile climb at 14% which I chose to tackle rather than detour around. I find it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 10:22 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 426
Posted By rsbob

Carry the same as the others. Race plug kit, TPU...

Carry the same as the others. Race plug kit, TPU tube, tire levers, tire boot, core tool, CO2 and mini pump in jersey pocket. No need for a handlebar bag, it all easily fits in an underseat bag. ...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 10:22 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,678
Posted By PromptCritical

They are all gorgeous works of art and that bike...

They are all gorgeous works of art and that bike is stunning!
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-31-24, 10:17 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 2,720
Posted By msalvetti

Goal: 250 miles. 5/3: 20.0 5/4: 20.0 5/6:...

Goal: 250 miles.
5/3: 20.0
5/4: 20.0
5/6: 20.0
5/7: 15.4
5/10: 20.0
5/11: 20.0
5/13: 20.0
5/18: 19.6
5/20: 20.0
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 10:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,678
Posted By SurferRosa

It can be interesting to revisit old threads. I...

It can be interesting to revisit old threads. I think I sold the brakeset (in the op) locally. This was the summer of the pandemic. C&V type things have really changed since then. But as far Athena,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 10:03 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 1,214
Posted By PromptCritical

Beautiful bike and with a triple!!!!

Beautiful bike and with a triple!!!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 09:49 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 347
Posted By Duragrouch

I empathize greatly with your emotional health...

I empathize greatly with your emotional health issues. I've had severe anxiety. I hope any of the following helps:

Tons of people give away stationary exercise equipment when no longer used. I got...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 09:26 PM
Replies: 875
Views: 50,080
Posted By icemilkcoffee

In honor of May 31, Raleigh for $70:...

In honor of May 31, Raleigh for $70:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 09:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 215
Posted By VRJAKE

PDX Suspects took a training ride. Shhh, don't...

PDX Suspects took a training ride. Shhh, don't tell anyone that we get glorious weather in the PNW, more people will move here. Suspects included SquireBlack gugie , me - VRJAKE and pal Ben. That's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 09:00 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,734
Posted By Sierra_rider

Thanks, I enjoy sharing my local roads and...

Thanks, I enjoy sharing my local roads and trails. I've spent some time down in Mammoth riding MTBs, but have never ventured too far down south on the road bikes. One of these days, I'd like to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 08:38 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,734
Posted By big john

I've seen a bunch of your pictures and they make...

I've seen a bunch of your pictures and they make me envious. I've never done the Death Ride or any of those roads. I have ridden in the Eastern Sierra a bit. Whitney Portal, Rock Creek, Lake Sabrina,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 08:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 557
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

I know of a few formulas to determine chain...

I know of a few formulas to determine chain length but usually let the system tell me what length works best. I'll start with a long chain and see how the various aspects work (shifting response in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 189
Posted By Aubergine

They describe basically the same thing. The...

They describe basically the same thing. The sticker on your bike is older than the one you just quoted.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 08:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 192
Posted By squachie

Buy it! you deserve it

Buy it! you deserve it
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 08:32 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 404
Posted By Carbonfiberboy

That's a totally trad rig you have there. Reminds...

That's a totally trad rig you have there. Reminds me of my rig, 60 years ago, full Campy Legnano. Your tires are better.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-31-24, 08:30 PM
Replies: 1,516
Views: 451,693
Posted By john m flores

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

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1340x2000/_1017920_2_1626eb116393cdab8e8876531b2d1537425dde64.jpg
Crossing the Monongahela on the Great Allegheny Passage
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-24, 08:18 PM
Replies: 27,240
Views: 3,210,771
Posted By andrewclaus

Turned 67 today and set out on a RMA ride. I did...

Turned 67 today and set out on a RMA ride. I did a little exploring (ahem--got lost) and ended up with 72 miles, on a loop around Denver bike paths, mostly flat. Yesterday I rode up Lookout Mt (2000'...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,047
Posted By Choke

I thought it was time to start training for...

I thought it was time to start training for Cino.....

https://ciocctoo.com/forums/var/albums/cino/cinoprep.jpg?m=1717207402
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 07:55 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,734
Posted By Sierra_rider

I'm pretty good about going at my own pace, I...

I'm pretty good about going at my own pace, I even get heckled sometimes just because I often stick to whatever my program was for that day or because I'm keeping a watchful eye on my power meter....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:54 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 187
Posted By Aubergine

I don't have much problem with Campy sidepulls...

I don't have much problem with Campy sidepulls but I agree that the Universal centerpulls work very well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 187
Posted By John E

Upgrade??? I had to replace my similar set of...

Upgrade??? I had to replace my similar set of Campag. sidepulls with dual-pivot Shimanos for my own safety. With Campag. pads, the sidepulls were suicidal, and even with KoolStops they weren't much...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 07:43 PM
Replies: 6,490
Views: 608,745
Posted By jaxgtr

Got in 35 miles and 1.2 K ft of fakery. Looks to...

Got in 35 miles and 1.2 K ft of fakery. Looks to be a nice day for an outside ride tomorrow, planning for 60 to 75 with the winds coming from the east, so the temps should be comfortable. Plan to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 22,310
Posted By Gashouse

Happy 531

There can be no question what this frame is made of.
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Imprinted...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 22,310
Posted By Oldsledz

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

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/0_18_322c69f5b31ded1ddc6bfb5e6e92affdb06112e7.jpeg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 875
Views: 50,080
Posted By Desert Ryder

Vintage Diamondback mountain bike...

Vintage Diamondback mountain bike $30www.facebook.com/share/WYb1GG8SPbcNQ1Kz/
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:24 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 192
Posted By genejockey

Nope. Shimano made BL-7400 (non-aero), BL-7401...

Nope. Shimano made BL-7400 (non-aero), BL-7401 (aero), BL-7402 (aero) and ST-7400 (STI). They all use different hoods - the shape and the fit, not just the color.
Forum: Fatbikes
05-31-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 484
Posted By Neolise

Great discussion for sure! I was about to pull...

Great discussion for sure! I was about to pull the
trigger on a farley 5 ! At $2399 up in mb canada at the moment. But out of the blue I came across a 22 bigfoot 1! Tubeless studded cake eaters ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 231
Views: 22,310
Posted By 2cam16

Totally forgot about this. Happy 531 all!

Totally forgot about this. Happy 531 all!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-31-24, 06:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 206
Posted By jdawginsc

Meh...flip the wheels and skewers. Campagnolo...

Meh...flip the wheels and skewers. Campagnolo will just be upside down...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 6,490
Views: 608,745
Posted By Sierra_rider

Got a little bit of riding in today...83 miles...

Got a little bit of riding in today...83 miles and 9600' of gain.

The riding hasn't been easy this week, so I was fatigued before I even started...I felt great once I warmed up and probably hit...
Forum: Southern California
05-31-24, 06:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 76
Posted By PromptCritical

I like this - thanks!

I like this - thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 06:49 PM
Replies: 3,725
Views: 87,764
Posted By rjones28

Road trip pic of the Day ...

Road trip pic of the Day

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 1,214
Posted By phughes

Inexpensive or not, that's a cool old bike.

Inexpensive or not, that's a cool old bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 3,725
Views: 87,764
Posted By datlas

Just mask until fever gone x 24 hours. It’s...

Just mask until fever gone x 24 hours. It’s really up to you, the virus is everywhere and luckily usually causes minor illness. It is very contagious, typically 2-3 days from exposure to symptoms. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 22,367
Views: 4,735,508
Posted By bulgie

I don't get it — care to explain what's wacky? ...

I don't get it — care to explain what's wacky? About the saddle or the crank, either or both. Just curious.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 06:34 PM
Replies: 3,725
Views: 87,764
Posted By datlas

Thin vest is most versatile clothing item and...

Thin vest is most versatile clothing item and perfect for cool starts and/or surprise rain.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 06:31 PM
Replies: 3,725
Views: 87,764
Posted By big john

A lady I know stuffs a plastic bag under her...

A lady I know stuffs a plastic bag under her jersey then tosses it when the temp goes up.

The vest I bought recently packs so small I hardly notice it in my pocket.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-24, 06:14 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 3,418
Posted By Homebrew01

In all my race crashes, I don't recall ever...

In all my race crashes, I don't recall ever hurting my hands. I landed on hips, shoulders, back, knees.

I have worn gloves, and ridden glove-less, for years at a time. I am back to gloves because...
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