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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 6,781
Posted By genejockey

I'd describe it differently. I'd say there's no...

I'd describe it differently. I'd say there's no reason for anyone younger than Gen-X to feel any kind of affinity for old bikes. We Boomers admired these bikes when we were young and the bikes were...
Forum: Southern California
05-28-24, 11:45 AM
Replies: 2,938
Views: 383,344
Posted By jonathanf2

No riding Sunday. Monday I did a quick 18 miles...

No riding Sunday. Monday I did a quick 18 miles in the morning climbing Elysian Park. Quite a few cyclists out as well. Tried catching a cyclist on the climb, while putting 80-85% effort, but this...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 3,381
Views: 79,353
Posted By DougRNS

Moving day and Roscoe is bored so he's switched...

Moving day and Roscoe is bored so he's switched to the default setting which is napping. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 689
Posted By TheBlackPumpkin

Thanks that's very good to know. It does appear...

Thanks that's very good to know. It does appear to be the case that Apex has some compatibility issues that basically require new hubs and the lot if you decide to upgrade so that's definitely worth...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,357
Posted By Kobe

My Mercian has become the oldest bike in my...

My Mercian has become the oldest bike in my collection, mainly because it rides so nice and fits like it was custom for me.

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 11:34 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 441
Posted By Wildwood

To try to please a non-cycling spouse, we changed...

To try to please a non-cycling spouse, we changed saddles and bicycles many times. But the $3500 tandem that was only ridden 3 or 4 times as a 'cycling couple' was the last straw. Sometimes cycling...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 228
Posted By terrymorse

No, it's great, you'll love it. Embrace the...

No, it's great, you'll love it. Embrace the obsession.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 94
Posted By Mr. 66

Oh that’s one of the last cog as the retainer,...

Oh that’s one of the last cog as the retainer, yes those are far between. Gear number 3 looks very worn and number 6 looks hooky.

I think some people use newer cassettes’ cogs, slightly modified...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:26 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 258
Posted By jdawginsc

Yeah, I got nothing on that one. Looks like a...

Yeah, I got nothing on that one. Looks like a beauty though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 258
Posted By Robvolz

Gotta say, I have no idea what brand this is, but...

Gotta say, I have no idea what brand this is, but that’s a cool logo. Looks like the Rose from either Pasadena or Portland, both considered city of roses.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 94
Posted By SurferRosa

Sometimes it's easy to see a broken/worn tooth...

Sometimes it's easy to see a broken/worn tooth problem of a freewheel, and sometimes it's not obvious no matter how much time you spend investigating. That's why I always use brand new freewheels...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 11:04 AM
Replies: 839
Views: 46,316
Posted By Clang

Go to any FB marketplace ad and paste the number...

Go to any FB marketplace ad and paste the number (in this case 346416708463599) over the number that's already there.

I've tried fudging the URL like you suggested many different ways and the...
Forum: Southern California
05-28-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 2,938
Views: 383,344
Posted By Eric F

Late to report... Saturday - Short and quick...

Late to report...

Saturday - Short and quick 16mi gravel bike ride to Cherry Canyon and Glendale Sports Complex. Mediocre motivation, but that melted away in the first couple of miles. Felt...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 108
Posted By PhilFo

Send me a PM. I'm in West Philly and have a few...

Send me a PM. I'm in West Philly and have a few you can at least try out to get a feel for size.
I'm 5'10" with a 33" inseam, by the way.
Phil
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 3,381
Views: 79,353
Posted By bampilot06

Im currently running 120 mm 17 degree drop. I...

Im currently running 120 mm 17 degree drop. I think going to 100 mm 6 degree drop might be too little reach.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 839
Views: 46,316
Posted By SoCaled

Trek 520 - $220 - San Yisidro, CA ...

Trek 520 - $220 - San Yisidro, CA
https://sandiego.craigslist.org/ssd/bik/d/san-ysidro-trek-520/7742662659.html
27" to 700c wheel swap...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 94
Posted By gugie

This is an old, known phenomena, as is the...

This is an old, known phenomena, as is the solution.

As drivetrains age with use, chains wear out, and the distance between links increases ever so slightly. These in turn wear cogs on your...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-28-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,816
Posted By unworthy1

PART TWO: After picking this up back in 11/22 I...

PART TWO: After picking this up back in 11/22 I have had it "in my cue" ever since and finally conclude that I won't be able to follow thru with the full build out :(
SO, after checking with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 258
Posted By cb400bill

Lotus?

Lotus?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 258
Posted By Mr. 66

I was able draw some detail ...

I was able draw some detail
https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1120x1991/img_0500_f344e80bc60b7d941f1763e1087e5700e9bf4b17.jpeg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 94
Posted By niliraga

I'm guessing someone put a new chain on this bike...

I'm guessing someone put a new chain on this bike before you bought it, and kept the original (and now worn) freewheel in place. that is often the scenario that leads to skipping, and a suitable...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-28-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 17,882
Views: 1,524,203
Posted By Hermes

Memorial Day, we did a banded ride with our...

Memorial Day, we did a banded ride with our friends in Oregon on Zwift. Talked on Discord and discussed the Giro and the next gen of bicycles and wheel technology.

Today was an endurance...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-28-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 5,410
Views: 872,625
Posted By Fredo76

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

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1340x2000/img_2950_1be2eaaabcfb576564bda9fbe02c236352310983.jpeg
Evening ride on Memorial Day
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 258
Posted By cb400bill

Indoor shots are usually too dark to see much...

Indoor shots are usually too dark to see much detail.

Please take the bike outside and shoot more pics. Prioritize the bike's details like the lugs, fork ends and dropouts, fork crown, etc.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 258
Posted By cb400bill

Pic Assist - Picture by Robert 1 | 34232503 |...

Pic Assist - Picture by Robert 1 | 34232503 | (bikeforums.net) (https://www.bikeforums.net/g/picture/34232503)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 94
Posted By piofrio

Help - Vintage bike skipping gears

Hey there I'm totally new to bike repair and could use some help. My vintage road bike is having an issue where when I pedal uphill or accelerate too much, it consistently skips gears (or at least...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,822
Posted By MilhouseJ

No, what you're doing is promoting a sense of...

No, what you're doing is promoting a sense of fear and trepidation around a hobby/way of life for the rest of us. You're focusing your posts on the negatives of cycling and highlighting the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 1,822
Posted By rsbob

The OP is looking for confirmation of his bias,...

The OP is looking for confirmation of his bias, since he is seeking it out.

After his post immediately above, I sincerely believe he needs to find a different activity. Like walking in a park.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 258
Posted By cb400bill

If you attempt to post some pics, the forum...

If you attempt to post some pics, the forum software will put them into your Gallery, and then someone can post them for you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 258
Posted By jdawginsc

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

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/750x1334/adb216bd_548a_4df1_bd55_53e5bee68712_ad3a7896594a456dc4cb37db6bbeafc2d7ba5b64.png...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 108
Posted By jdawginsc

I echo bargain guy. I am roughly the same...

I echo bargain guy.

I am roughly the same size as you (OP), and my good zone is 56-57, with 58 being sometimes a bit of a reach with a normal sized stem.

I could ride a 54, but it’s not the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 108
Posted By Steel Charlie

A 33" inseam will not be happy with a 54cm frame....

A 33" inseam will not be happy with a 54cm frame. "Making do" cos you like the bike is not a good path. Lotsa bikes out there. Get the right one for yourself.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 108
Posted By bargainguy

At 5'10, a 54cm frame risks being too short in...

At 5'10, a 54cm frame risks being too short in the top tube. Not enough room to stretch out.

I called this "being cramped in the cockpit." Elbows heavily bent is not a comfortable riding...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-28-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 47
Posted By smontanaro

Turin-branded Eisentraut Limited frame/fork/headset–62cm$300 OBO

The herd thinning continues. Next is a Turin-branded Eisentraut Limited frame, 62cm seat tube. I purchased this frame from jeirvine in 2020. It replaced a Schwinn Volare as my more comfy longer...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 3,284
Views: 656,205
Posted By MilhouseJ

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

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1170x876/openroad_5c1945cf4bd78bc596e87528b7a96007d5c49c9f.jpg
Forum: Commuting
05-28-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 141
Posted By Buddro

Thanks for the responses guys, when I used to...

Thanks for the responses guys, when I used to ride mountain bikes a lot we figured if your back tire is sliding you are having fun, if your front is sliding your in trouble. The 28 will take some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 09:12 AM
Replies: 28,038
Views: 4,609,754
Posted By Salubrious

The bike appears to be 1930s. The wheels and...

The bike appears to be 1930s. The wheels and pedals obviously replaced (SA AW 'lined' hubs first appeared in 1972). The front hub has no oiler. Black hardware, like the SA shift pulley, were done in...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 09:12 AM
Replies: 3,381
Views: 79,353
Posted By BillyD

It occurred to me today, with the month of June...

It occurred to me today, with the month of June breathing down my neck, that I am behind schedule in posting the development of the baby eaglets. I see now I've got some catching up to do, so I'll be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 6,459
Views: 604,173
Posted By ofajen

17 miles as a recovery workout from yesterday’s...

17 miles as a recovery workout from yesterday’s run. I rode most days this last week after realizing that I had lost a lot of cycling strength by running instead. The remedial week has definitely...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 258
Posted By Robert 1

Does not have any decals or name brands. will...

Does not have any decals or name brands.
will eventually post pictures when allowed.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,768
Posted By jfouellette

Update. This is the latest iteration. Basket is...

Update. This is the latest iteration. Basket is lower making the bike more stable....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,023
Posted By bboy314

Interestingly, Problem Solvers makes a product...

Interestingly, Problem Solvers makes a product that works similarly to this, adjusting a headset with no star nut.

https://problemsolversbike.com/products/adjustable-headset-spacer
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
05-28-24, 08:54 AM
Replies: 17,882
Views: 1,524,203
Posted By TMonk

Memorial Day ride: Practicing eating more on...

Memorial Day ride:

Practicing eating more on the bike,. Did some cat 6 racing in the middle when a triathlete and some excited tag-along roadies were running lights, dodging pedestrians etc. Was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 130
Posted By bboy314

That crankset calls for a 123mm bottom bracket...

That crankset calls for a 123mm bottom bracket spindle, so when you remove the old crankset, measure the spindle length. If it’s within a couple mm it should work. Otherwise get a new BB to match....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 08:45 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 258
Posted By jdawginsc

The tulips sort of look like unopened roses, so...

The tulips sort of look like unopened roses, so maybe it is a Somec. If so, cool find.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 08:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 258
Posted By mstateglfr

What are you wanting info on? - details of the...

What are you wanting info on?
- details of the components?
- details of the frame?


I am unaware of a steel frame builder that had rose cutouts on their lugs. SOMEC had tulips, for what its...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 08:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 110
Posted By veganbikes

It has been pretty common for quite a while. Very...

It has been pretty common for quite a while. Very smart as paramedics need to get through more easily.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 08:37 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 118
Posted By scozim

That's pretty much it. I look for any gaps that...

That's pretty much it. I look for any gaps that might be developing or apparent looseness in the joints. So far so good.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-28-24, 08:17 AM
Replies: 180
Views: 13,927
Posted By cyclezen

As it happens, the last 6-7 years of my 58+ years...

As it happens, the last 6-7 years of my 58+ years of cycling are now often Solo. So I half qualify for this thread. I am not a casual cyclist, as might be the tilt that word is used herein.
I've...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 110
Posted By indyfabz

I’ve seen EMTs on bikes at big events like our...

I’ve seen EMTs on bikes at big events like our 4th of July concert, where access is limited by barricades and there are lots of people all over the place. I’ve also seen them on Segways.
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