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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 02:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 239
Posted By hidetaka

Your condescending tone would be somewhat more...

Your condescending tone would be somewhat more acceptable if you posted anything other than baseless speculation while rejecting all the data provided by other posters. As it is your posts are just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 12:35 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,292
Posted By genejockey

Almost ready to build!! ...

Almost ready to build!!

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0610_3487b190624e1745fb114d27109416b2fcfc64f1.jpg

The above is all ready to receive the below.......
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 12:12 AM
Replies: 6,468
Views: 605,016
Posted By Sierra_rider

Aside from my climb-heavy day on Thursday, last...

Aside from my climb-heavy day on Thursday, last week was mostly a recovery and "reset" week for me. Took a couple of days off the bike for the first time in a while and even went on a camping trip to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 12:00 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 139
Posted By LarrySellerz

Really? Cyclists always bear the responsibility...

Really? Cyclists always bear the responsibility in situations like this, we absolutely cannot hit pedestrians. Similarly, cars have to watch out for us, and cannot hit us even if we do something...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 11:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 139
Posted By Camilo

I never pass any pedestrian - in either direction...

I never pass any pedestrian - in either direction - at a speed in exess of "jogging" pace. In other words, very slowly
Forum: Touring
05-28-24, 11:12 PM
Replies: 2,103
Views: 429,303
Posted By Doug64

Kicking Horse Pass, Alberta I was...

Kicking Horse Pass, Alberta

I was concentrating on getting a picture of a ground squirrel, while this little guy sneaked up on me. :)
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 196
Posted By cyccommute

Hang drying is one of those laundry myths that...

Hang drying is one of those laundry myths that gets applied to lycra bicycle wear all the time. Bicycle shorts are generally made of lycra and nylon. Lycra is heat set in fabric at 220°C (430°F) and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 139
Posted By TheBlackPumpkin

This. Here in the states for all intents and...

This. Here in the states for all intents and purposes of right of way bicycles are considered vehicles and pedestrians always get right of way. It doesn't matter if a pedestrian walks into the middle...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-28-24, 10:51 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 335
Posted By Polaris OBark

I realize this is a bit of a haul from Sandy...

I realize this is a bit of a haul from Sandy Eggo, but worth it: https://caletticycles.com
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:42 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 2,370
Posted By AdventureManCO

I don't know why more C&Vers don't just gobble...

I don't know why more C&Vers don't just gobble these up - might as well just call this the 'We never have enough clearance for larger tires' sub-forum, and yet look at all that tasty room still!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 10:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 239
Posted By Leisesturm

You are correct: 35mm and 45mm should NOT have...

You are correct: 35mm and 45mm should NOT have equal pressures. What you were trying to say though, was that if the 45mm is given the "proper" pressure (lower) it will roll faster than the 35mm. That...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 10:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 139
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Peds have right of way, so it kinda IS the...

Peds have right of way, so it kinda IS the biker's fault.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 10:01 PM
Replies: 3,431
Views: 80,722
Posted By Velo Vol

Nice shirt. Seek help.

Nice shirt.

Seek help.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 09:30 PM
Replies: 3,431
Views: 80,722
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

I'm 3 episodes in of my 4th time watching right...

I'm 3 episodes in of my 4th time watching right now. Kinda taking my time, just one episode a week or so.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 09:27 PM
Replies: 3,431
Views: 80,722
Posted By badger1

Call me old fashioned, or just old but that RMOT,...

Call me old fashioned, or just old but that RMOT, my mostest favouritest track on my mostest favouritest Miles Davis album (studio live version here).

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zqNTltOGh5c
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-28-24, 09:26 PM
Replies: 1,108
Views: 427,198
Posted By mtmann

96 Trek 750 Resto-Mod

This is my fourth US-made Trek 750. I regret selling the first so picked this one up a couple years ago and it's just been sitting in the basement waiting to be brought back to life. (#2 and # 3 went...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 09:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 266
Posted By mstateglfr

This will sound condescending, but it is really...

This will sound condescending, but it is really just meant to be direct- if you think your current oem stock wheels are SRAM Rival, you don't need to spend $1200 on a carbon wheelset.

With that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 09:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,030
Posted By Duragrouch

Yep, sounds like not worth the effort, unless you...

Yep, sounds like not worth the effort, unless you enjoy frame restoration, a lot of effort. I used to know folks who told me about previous jobs, where there were others that would have frames...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 09:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 70
Posted By shelbyfv

Riding in the drops will give you better brake...

Riding in the drops will give you better brake control and less chance of losing your grip if you hit a pothole or something. Also less fatiguing if it's a long descent.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 09:08 PM
Replies: 3,431
Views: 80,722
Posted By TMonk

On that note, I just learned that a close...

On that note, I just learned that a close friend's dad's college buddy would toke up with Bill Walton back in the LA days. I know that's three steps removed, but I know my friend's dad somewhat...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 09:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 487
Posted By jdawginsc

Okay... Firstly, you definitely need a chain...

Okay...

Firstly, you definitely need a chain removal tool. Clean everything really well.

Second, not suggesting you pay a lot for a
new seven speed wheel. There are usually decent used wheels...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 09:06 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 266
Posted By PromptCritical

I started running 32mm Conti GP5000 tires with...

I started running 32mm Conti GP5000 tires with 55psi and the ride quality was amazing compared to 23/25mm @ 95psi.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 08:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 135
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Same here. My tires are bulletproof by the time...

Same here. My tires are bulletproof by the time I change 'em out :)
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-28-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,037
Posted By Senior Ryder 00

Hi Alan, Just sent you a PM. Cheers, Van

Hi Alan,
Just sent you a PM.
Cheers,
Van
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 08:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 266
Posted By PeteHski

Please don’t take that the wrong way. I was just...

Please don’t take that the wrong way. I was just trying to state the reality that saving a few hundred grams of wheel weight isn’t going to make you any faster. But you will see some benefit from a...
Forum: Commuting
05-28-24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 228
Posted By Duragrouch

Used to be, in a simpler time, cars came with...

Used to be, in a simpler time, cars came with same tires front and rear. Then, to fine-tune handling (and often compensate for a poorly balanced car and/or poor suspension geometry), we started to...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 3,431
Views: 80,722
Posted By BillyD

Bite me, whippersnapper!

Bite me, whippersnapper!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 08:19 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 332
Posted By branko_76

Funny you should mention yellow fenders and...

Funny you should mention yellow fenders and Chicago in the same post.

I found a yellow Sprite lying in the street with no back wheel so I threw it in the back of my F150. It's been in my garage...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 08:18 PM
Replies: 3,431
Views: 80,722
Posted By BillyD

Congrats! :beer:

Congrats! :beer:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 08:18 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 332
Posted By balindamood

I have the older yellow.

I have the older yellow.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 08:17 PM
Replies: 3,431
Views: 80,722
Posted By BillyD

My favorite classical piece.

My favorite classical piece.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 08:17 PM
Replies: 3,431
Views: 80,722
Posted By LAJ

11mm then.

11mm then.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 332
Posted By branko_76

. My 5-speed "Sprite", not nearly as nice or...

.
My 5-speed "Sprite", not nearly as nice or interesting as the others in this thread but it's been getting me around town since about 1999...

...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 123
Posted By 94yj

sorry you did not like the post i made as i was...

sorry you did not like the post i made as i was on an old phone that did not have a lot of features.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 08:07 PM
Replies: 3,431
Views: 80,722
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

I got another groundscore today! Craftsman 7/16...

I got another groundscore today! Craftsman 7/16 deep socket 1/4" drive. :bday:


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8q_lsRLJhcA
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 08:05 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 266
Posted By cyclezen

Hi, I'll come at it from a different angle... ...

Hi, I'll come at it from a different angle...
First, don;t take my comments as condescending, just some experience from experience.
Good Wheels are great ! Always an important part of cycling at...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 7,597
Posted By rccardr

Today. But then, nobody wanted mid-century...

Today.
But then, nobody wanted mid-century furniture or 1970 Plymouth Cudas 20 years ago (so a bunch got given away, destroyed, junked or rotted away).
Who knows what the future will bring?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 07:48 PM
Replies: 2,176
Views: 540,774
Posted By cjefferds

72 Super Course repurposed with 80s mtb cockpit...

72 Super Course repurposed with 80s mtb cockpit and drivetrain. Old school hybrid bike! ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 07:43 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 662
Posted By branko_76

What are your plans for it?

What are your plans for it?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 07:37 PM
Replies: 3,431
Views: 80,722
Posted By DougRNS

We're in! First night at the new place. 30...

We're in! First night at the new place. 30 minute commute turns into 10. Changing my wake up time by 20 minutes

Time, you only get so much so use it wisely.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 07:37 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 266
Posted By PeteHski

I wouldn’t get too hung up about wheel weight. A...

I wouldn’t get too hung up about wheel weight. A 1500g set would be plenty light enough for a casual 230 lb rider.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 3,431
Views: 80,722
Posted By DougRNS

Caribbean vibe. Might entice some who are...

Caribbean vibe. Might entice some who are inclined to light up a fatty.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 266
Posted By PeteHski

SRAM Rival doesn’t include the wheels. On your...

SRAM Rival doesn’t include the wheels. On your Trek Domane the Factory wheels will be Bontrager Paradigm, which are a budget alloy model but wide at 25mm internal width. This is actually pretty good...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 662
Posted By bulgie

Columbine? I know the flower isn't a columbine,...

Columbine? I know the flower isn't a columbine, but the builder could be Columbine. They were known for using a similar seatstay/seatlug joint, and definitely have the lug-filing skill to pull off...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 3,431
Views: 80,722
Posted By gnome

getting older sucks. I bent over slightly wrong...

getting older sucks. I bent over slightly wrong picking my change of clothes from commuting and tweaked my lower back. It's still sore and stiff several hours later. now I know why old people are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 07:24 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 487
Posted By piofrio

Thanks everyone for the great feedback - I’m...

Thanks everyone for the great feedback - I’m gonna head to a local co-op (I live in Berlin), and see if they can help out

I’m a bit confused by some of the responses that are suggesting a 7 gear...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 07:20 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 196
Posted By indyfabz

I’ll start… Whether at home or on tour, I...

I’ll start…

Whether at home or on tour, I often wear mine into the shower. Get them rinsed off on the outside, then remove them. Put soap on the padding and scrub it lightly against itself. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 07:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 332
Posted By cudak888

Beware, there were two yellows used on the 27"...

Beware, there were two yellows used on the 27" Sprites. Never found fenders for this one, so I went full malaise-era-McDonalds:
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-28-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 457
Posted By FBinNY

Mine did for a bicyclist many moons past. But...

Mine did for a bicyclist many moons past. But rules and definitions vary by state.




Yes. Sorry I wasn't clear. Earlier I'd said the insurance company wouldn't pursue, so I thought it would...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,066
Posted By H2Rick

Nice work, Dan !!! For everyone's info, CCM...

Nice work, Dan !!!
For everyone's info, CCM originally stood for Canada Cycle & Motor, founded in 1899.
Yes, they made bicycles from the get-go but also got involved in the automobile biz in 1903...
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