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Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 4,237
Views: 105,215
Posted By seedsbelize2

Since I cut the robusta coffee, a significant...

Since I cut the robusta coffee, a significant source of caffeine, I’m a different man. I’m sleeping at least 8 hours every night. And since my nighttime medication kicked in I can get 3-4 hours of...
06-09-24, 08:39 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,918
Posted By rsbob

And isn’t wonderful that they now have a...

And isn’t wonderful that they now have a purpose-built dedicated bike that does gravel really well? It took a long time, but finally they are here.
06-09-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 1,035
Views: 60,559
Posted By attylah

Price drop to $75!

Price drop to $75!
06-09-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 316
Views: 32,358
Posted By botty kayer

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06-09-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 793
Posted By Kapusta

Ignore the mech haters. I’ve owned - and still...

Ignore the mech haters. I’ve owned - and still own - many bikes with bb7 mechs and hydro brakes from very cheap Shimanos to hi-end Maguras.

Properly set up, and (importantly) regularly adjusted...
06-09-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 441
Posted By repechage

The geometry charts show a bigger than expected...

The geometry charts show a bigger than expected BB drop, 79mm, 70-71 degree head angle. The 30# weight is up there, knock off 1.5# for the kickstand removal? Crankset is probably an anchor.
unclear...
06-09-24, 07:11 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,776
Posted By noglider

Ralphinca, please don't use a front-facing red...

Ralphinca, please don't use a front-facing red light. White is for front, and red is for rear. The wrong color is a "lie" and a disservice to other road users. Headlights are generally brighter than...
06-09-24, 06:27 AM
Replies: 369
Views: 22,434
Posted By IdahoBrett

That looks to be an AWESOME collection M A V !!

That looks to be an AWESOME collection M A V !!
06-09-24, 06:21 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,069
Posted By PeteHski

It reminds me a bit of those Top Gear challenges...

It reminds me a bit of those Top Gear challenges were they drive a bunch of old bangers on a long, remote road trip. Just for a laugh and curiosity about what you can get away with.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 05:46 AM
Replies: 4,237
Views: 105,215
Posted By phrantic09

Rode the Black Fly Challenge up in the...

Rode the Black Fly Challenge up in the Adirondacks yesterday. Was an amazingly awesome time. It rained pretty much from start to finish and my glasses were so mud covered that I had to take them off...
06-09-24, 05:35 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 105
Posted By bboy314

FX4 is already quite a bike for a teenager. If...

FX4 is already quite a bike for a teenager. If you’re set on drop bars, why not a checkpoint - isn’t that what you just upgraded to? Or maybe a Madone if you want her to be faster than you.
06-09-24, 05:13 AM
Replies: 6,542
Views: 617,737
Posted By diphthong

coastal and overcast 20-spot.

coastal and overcast 20-spot.
06-09-24, 05:07 AM
Replies: 2,953
Views: 390,711
Posted By diphthong

20-miler in the overcast june gloom that is...

20-miler in the overcast june gloom that is o-side/carlsbad. did work in a bbq lunch visit whilst in the area. didn't exactly assist in increasing the average speed of the ride afterwards...
Forum: Touring
06-09-24, 04:11 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 91
Posted By Duragrouch

If it's the video I saw in headlines today, the...

If it's the video I saw in headlines today, the landslide didn't cover the road (which could be cleared), it was from under the road which completely dropped away. I hope nobody hurt or killed. Much...
06-09-24, 03:41 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 636
Posted By nomadmax

Trail with a 45mm offset = 78mm of trail/25mm of...

Trail with a 45mm offset = 78mm of trail/25mm of wheel flop (terrible)
Trail with a 50mm offset = 73mm of trail/23mm of wheel flop (getting better but still not good)
Trail with a 55mm offset =...
06-09-24, 03:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 718
Posted By gugie

So it begins

East coasters flew in, Bob collected them at the Seattle airport and brought them out to North Bend. Meanwhile the PDX crew drove up to Olympia and are spending the night with Andy Speier. Andy took...
06-09-24, 03:17 AM
Replies: 21,904
Views: 3,217,011
Posted By darkmoon

Weekend rec ride I could ride at Friday and...

Weekend rec ride

I could ride at Friday and Sunday.

Mt. Fuji view point
cloudy as usual....
06-09-24, 03:06 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 255
Posted By Bianchigirll

BMC_Kid and doesn’t do anything to shift your...

BMC_Kid and doesn’t do anything to shift your weight off the bars.

older school I get a little grief for it from time time but I’ve outfitted most of my bikes with taller hybrid bike type...
06-09-24, 01:42 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 261
Posted By 50PlusCycling

On longer rides I’ll get a cola from a machine or...

On longer rides I’ll get a cola from a machine or convenience store (which are all over Japan). The sugar and caffeine give me enough of a kick to keep up my energy. On shorter rides and at home I...
06-09-24, 01:25 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 77
Posted By The Thin Man

FS: Campagnolo Nuovo Record High Flange Rear Hub - English - 36h - 120mm

For sale is a lovely Campagnolo Nuovo Record high flange rear hub. It is English threaded, 36 holes and spaces at 120mm.

This hub has been fully disassembled, bench buffed and polished,...
Forum: Touring
06-09-24, 01:25 AM
Replies: 2,116
Views: 432,951
Posted By djb

Luckily I've been able to go off on my own on...

Luckily I've been able to go off on my own on trips that don't suit her.

I'd be interested in knowing more details of your route at some point and whatnot.
​​​​​​Really nice set of photos....
Forum: Touring
06-09-24, 01:15 AM
Replies: 2,116
Views: 432,951
Posted By CMAW

Hey, it took me a divorce to start doing trips...

Hey, it took me a divorce to start doing trips like these :innocent:.
06-09-24, 12:50 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 288
Posted By Kontact

I doubt the spacing will be an issue. I've used 7...

I doubt the spacing will be an issue. I've used 7 speed Shimano (5.0mm spacing) on Shimano 8 speed cassettes (4.8mm spacing) and there was no problem with shifting or noise.
06-08-24, 10:53 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 255
Posted By BMC_Kid

Looks like an accident waiting to happen for a 70...

Looks like an accident waiting to happen for a 70 year old.
06-08-24, 10:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 255
Posted By BMC_Kid

I'm aware this is a Classic & Vintage forum, and...

I'm aware this is a Classic & Vintage forum, and while I love all my vintage bikes, it's undeniable that bikes have significantly advanced in terms of comfort and safety since the 1970s.

You'll be...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 10:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 105
Posted By Aubergine

I'm best off with Mafac Racers, fwiw.

I'm best off with Mafac Racers, fwiw.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 10:41 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 3,435
Posted By zandoval

The true lesson is that no matter what country...

The true lesson is that no matter what country you are in, or activity you are engaging in, if you are a stranger to the area, do your best to not PISS OFF THE LOCALS...
06-08-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 288
Posted By Piff

Oh lawdy this is getting more complicated than I...

Oh lawdy this is getting more complicated than I expected :foo:

Thank you for the hi-res version!
06-08-24, 10:07 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 331
Posted By icemilkcoffee

A tip Jamesdak passed along to me about these...

A tip Jamesdak passed along to me about these awesome Y-Foils: put some kind of clear protective tape on the ‘seat’ stays. Because your heel would brush against that seat stay without you noticing it.
06-08-24, 10:07 PM
Replies: 22,389
Views: 4,758,997
Posted By balindamood

Very Tall Custom Bicycle - bicycles - by owner -...

Very Tall Custom Bicycle - bicycles - by owner - bike sale - craigslist (https://anchorage.craigslist.org/bik/d/anchorage-very-tall-custom-bicycle/7754934114.html)
...
06-08-24, 09:48 PM
Replies: 369
Views: 22,434
Posted By AdventureManCO

Excellent! A good reminder to all that we...

Excellent!

A good reminder to all that we are in fantastic 'bike selling' weather. Now is the time! Git 'r done! (me included)
06-08-24, 09:40 PM
Replies: 1,035
Views: 60,559
Posted By AdventureManCO

Dang! I picked up this exact same bike in a...

Dang! I picked up this exact same bike in a smaller size to rescue it, and I think I'm going to rebuild it and give it to my nephew as he needs a new bike, and its a bit small for me. This one is...
06-08-24, 09:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 85
Posted By ascherer

Shogun rebuild is done (I think)

I've posted a few times about this build and now that it's done (are they ever really done??) here's a summary and some glamour shots.
My Shogun 500 wasn't getting ridden. The build it came with...
06-08-24, 09:27 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 358
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Especially cuz it was probably one of these. In...

Especially cuz it was probably one of these. In all the donated bikes I've been through I don't think I ever saw a broken one, but there were a handful with stripped threads and a few that were...
06-08-24, 09:07 PM
Replies: 1,035
Views: 60,559
Posted By Muffins

Fairly nice, cheap touring bike $100 Shogun...

Fairly nice, cheap touring bike
$100 Shogun 1500, Connecticut, kinda near NYC...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 09:06 PM
Replies: 134
Views: 3,435
Posted By indyfabz

One more reason not to do RAGBRAI, as if I needed...

One more reason not to do RAGBRAI, as if I needed another one. :D
06-08-24, 09:06 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 2,198
Posted By tomato coupe

But the name on the stem matches the name on the...

But the name on the stem matches the name on the frame -- that's the most important thing.
06-08-24, 08:50 PM
Replies: 3,628
Views: 1,018,213
Posted By john m flores

Spooned on the Schwalbe Super Moto-X tires and...

Spooned on the Schwalbe Super Moto-X tires and went for a 24 mile, 50% gravel ride today. Plus, I love having a kickstand!
...
06-08-24, 08:41 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 71
Posted By malcala622

Bianchi bottle cages

Pair of Bianchi Celeste bottle cages.

Price :$ 28 shipped. Venmo or Zelle preferred. Usps with tracking.
...
Replies: 11
Views: 674
Posted By znomit

It only runs at 1/4 power while charging though....

It only runs at 1/4 power while charging though. FAQCan the Rando charge while in use?Yes, the output is reduced to 125 lumens in low or pulse mode in order to allow the light to charge.
06-08-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 21,904
Views: 3,217,011
Posted By bironi

Thanks much

Pretty sure I have drove that road years back, but had forgotten the location. It struck me as a must ride, so I'll have to put it on my old man's to do list.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 08:30 PM
Replies: 21,398
Views: 5,309,501
Posted By jaxgtr

Picked up a setup P Zero Race (tubed) 28's for my...

Picked up a setup P Zero Race (tubed) 28's for my Emonda for $43 a tire replacing the existing P Zero Race TLR's, thank you LordGun. Decided to move this bike back to tubes. I noticed when I was...
06-08-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 123
Posted By machinist42

Picture Assist

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Album....
06-08-24, 08:14 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 331
Posted By MooneyBloke

Guy's gotta have priorities. ;)

Guy's gotta have priorities. ;)
06-08-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 27,261
Views: 3,232,596
Posted By missinglink

Just a tad over 15 muggy miles this morning. At...

Just a tad over 15 muggy miles this morning.
At one point I actually dropped my water bottle and ran over it with my rear wheel. That was a first. :o
06-08-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 316
Views: 44,648
Posted By konakai

30s brambilla

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06-08-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 255
Posted By bwilli88

Do this ...

Do this
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Get some riser bars
06-08-24, 07:41 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 3,654
Posted By RustyPeugeot

Waiting for tools and parts so took off the rear...

Waiting for tools and parts so took off the rear brakes and rear derailleur. Ultrasonic cleaning and polishing into the tumbler....
06-08-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 123
Posted By Bricycle

Newb

Hi everybody!!!
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