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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 05:38 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 584
Posted By Troul

having two lefts might be hard to mount!

having two lefts might be hard to mount!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:37 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 166
Posted By bikamper

No, they are not. You'd have better luck finding...

No, they are not. You'd have better luck finding a Sachs/Sram or Nexus in 700c than an AW. Those are acceptable, barely, on the 3ST. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,419
Posted By genejockey

Drillium of a larger bore.

Drillium of a larger bore.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:29 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,419
Posted By AdventureManCO

Yes, there is the (more important) issue of...

Yes, there is the (more important) issue of people's safety.

But my first thought was that 'someone should tell him' that, respectfully, he is terrible at this and should stop immediately because...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 166
Posted By bikemig

I need to make it to that ride one of these days....

I need to make it to that ride one of these days. I just need to commit to building a 3 speed rear wheel for my 1958 Claud Butler Jubilee. 3 speed 700c wheel sets are not easy to find.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 166
Posted By bulgie

Schwinn Twinn with steel paperboy baskets rear,...

Schwinn Twinn with steel paperboy baskets rear, porteur rack and big steel basket front = 80 lb.
Loaded, one time I weighed it full of groceries and it was 165, so 85 lb of groceries.

Weighed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:14 PM
Replies: 21,893
Views: 3,200,106
Posted By bironi

My only frame of reference is the Britbox series...

My only frame of reference is the Britbox series Shetland.
Although I do have a bit of Scottish blood in my mutt mix.
Please explain the Passing Place sign.
Now I see the small widening in your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:06 PM
Replies: 965
Views: 54,574
Posted By '02 nrs

$200. ann arbor

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 584
Posted By TheBlackPumpkin

I've never really been that into the aesthetic...

I've never really been that into the aesthetic aspect of cycling. I mean I'm a fat dude in lycra. If my stem is a different brand literally no one will notice. Much less will I care.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 405
Posted By Paul_P

I see quite a few cyclists these days with masks...

I see quite a few cyclists these days with masks we all got used to a couple of years ago.
Would never have seen that before.
It's been shadfly season for the past few weeks around here and there...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,381
Posted By the sci guy

Oh heck yeah still loving mine. Haven't changed a...

Oh heck yeah still loving mine. Haven't changed a thing except a new saddle to help my bum. It's still fast and I've done some really great rides on it. love it.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 108
Posted By genejockey

Oh, I dunno. I find that the amount of...

Oh, I dunno. I find that the amount of concentration needed for road cycling is less than complete, yet it has to be front of the mind. This allows the back of my mind to run off and play,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,419
Posted By bulgie

We're probably not going to get a positive...

We're probably not going to get a positive behavior change from this guy, so walking away is probably best. But I can get you lots of pictures of drillium parts that broke, including ones where it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 287
Posted By FBinNY

OK so you can ignore and all the other posts...

OK so you can ignore and all the other posts about derailleurs or bent hangers.

For this and future reference you have an 5 speed IGH (aka internal gear) hub.

These shift via a pin or rod that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 04:34 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,419
Posted By Spoonrobot

Maybe this Craiglist mechanic was an unknown...

Maybe this Craiglist mechanic was an unknown acolyte of Alf Engers and thought you wanted the full weight weenie treatment?

https://pbs.twimg.com/media/GFaKILjW4AAOGaE?format=jpg&name=medium


...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 04:31 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 108
Posted By datlas

Need a good tailwind for me to get into a flow...

Need a good tailwind for me to get into a flow state. Maybe we can call it an airflow state??
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 8,008
Views: 986,286
Posted By JaccoW

Why do silly things? Because I want to! And me...

Why do silly things? Because I want to! And me putting my fingers in bikes where they shouldn't be continues. :D

The IQ-X head light originally comes with the tiny wiring that B+M puts on all...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 04:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 418
Posted By veganbikes

If you leg is fully extended then the saddle is...

If you leg is fully extended then the saddle is too high you want a slight bend at the knee when at 6 o'clock on the pedals not super bent up but not fully locked out just a nice slight bend. That...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,419
Posted By Velo Mule

Wait, Atlas Shrugged, I know why you saying...

Wait, Atlas Shrugged, I know why you saying this, it is not because you believe that AI is all knowing and trustworthy, it is to head off the possibly negiative or snarky comments. But in a way you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,419
Posted By Robvolz

If you can drill a hole, can’t you drill out a...

If you can drill a hole, can’t you drill out a stem?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 04:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 61
Posted By juvela

----- the snag is not finding a 50.4 mm five...

-----

the snag is not finding a 50.4 mm five pin chainwheel but one with the correct bolt circle for your existing inner

the chainset in the image linked to above is the version manufactured up...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-04-24, 04:14 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 931
Posted By Ron Damon

Good. Because that's now obsolete. 😉

Good. Because that's now obsolete. 😉
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 108
Posted By Maelochs

I get into Flow states all the time. I sit on the...

I get into Flow states all the time. I sit on the couch and bang, just like that, three hours have passed and I don't feel like I made any effort.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 04:07 PM
Replies: 3,990
Views: 95,182
Posted By big john

I had a schmear on my bagel.

I had a schmear on my bagel.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 97
Views: 2,518
Posted By Koyote

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,419
Posted By genejockey

"In conclusion, Ecuador is a land of...

"In conclusion, Ecuador is a land of contrasts..."
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 21,893
Views: 3,200,106
Posted By botty kayer

I.spent last week wild camping around the...

I.spent last week wild camping around the Scottish Highlands with a group of friends. Mostly.car based travel as we covered some major miles, but I did manage to cycle Bealch na ba, rated by many as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 61
Posted By nlerner

TA or Stronglight 50.4 bcd outer should work if...

TA or Stronglight 50.4 bcd outer should work if you can find one in 54t. I might have a 53t TA if you’re interested.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 3,990
Views: 95,182
Posted By Velo Vol

(1) It was very slow. (2) All the walking...

(1) It was very slow.

(2) All the walking activities helped me maintain minimal fitness.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 166
Posted By Fredo76

The three-speed Raleigh with big steel baskets...

The three-speed Raleigh with big steel baskets front and rear that I used to deliver newspapers (Tucson Daily Citizen) on, in the '70s. I'm guessing it doubled its empty weight when loaded up on a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 03:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,020
Posted By rsbob

Excellent post. Can’t tell you how many...

Excellent post.

Can’t tell you how many ineffective rear lights I have encountered. I feel like asking the people, “why do you even bother?” I use Varia and Night Rider for lighting. Have a high...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-04-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 5,438
Views: 877,846
Posted By botty kayer

A few from last week wild camping with friends in...

A few from last week wild camping with friends in the Highlands of Scotland.

The Quaraig on Isle of Skye...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 108
Posted By Trakhak

I suspect most of us experience that state...

I suspect most of us experience that state throughout much of the time we're on our bikes. We're both aware and unaware of the passage of time while riding. For instance, I ride, happily, for between...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-04-24, 03:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 306
Posted By adamsdp

Thanks to everyone for the great information. I...

Thanks to everyone for the great information. I ended up ordering a Zizzo Urbano and it is on it's way. I spoke with a couple of people at Zizzo yesterday and they were more than generous with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 129
Posted By merziac

Looks like it could also be turned around to get...

Looks like it could also be turned around to get more setback as well. :twitchy:

Also looks like its about at its limit for downward tilt at the front of the saddle, bolt may not take a tool where...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 9,134
Views: 3,187,849
Posted By merziac

Yep, that's it and I get and understand the fork...

Yep, that's it and I get and understand the fork deal.

Pretty sure they are stronger, way faster, easier and cheaper to make but still way too fugly IMO. :twitchy:


I have a last year 94 MB-1...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 02:54 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 584
Posted By rsbob

Have some black electrician’s tape? Just cover...

Have some black electrician’s tape? Just cover over the logos.

If you can’t do that, professional help may be in order. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 166
Posted By bikamper

Somewhere in the neighborhood of 70lbs....

Somewhere in the neighborhood of 70lbs. 1947(verified)Monark Rocket.
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...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 21,893
Views: 3,200,106
Posted By jimmuller

Thank you! We did manage to take the tandem...

Thank you!

We did manage to take the tandem out once or twice this spring. There aren't as many hours in the day as there used to be, nor days in the week, alas.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 32
Posted By awrycycle

Bella Ciao Sweptbacks

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nice deal, yea?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 58
Posted By Jeff Wills

Phil Wood bottom bracket tool.

Phil Wood bottom bracket tool.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,419
Posted By genejockey

The thing that bothered me - apart from how...

The thing that bothered me - apart from how ridiculous and dangerous it looked - was that the holes in the crank spider weren't even centered on the arms.

The other thing that occurred to me was...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:39 PM
Replies: 9,134
Views: 3,187,849
Posted By Maxey

When you say spacer, are you talking about the...

When you say spacer, are you talking about the large silver segment with the little trough in the middle of it? You know when I went to fit this rear wheel to the Bianchi I referenced earlier it was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 6,510
Views: 612,314
Posted By 50PlusCycling

I got over my food poisoning, and enjoyed a...

I got over my food poisoning, and enjoyed a pretty good ride at the park. I usually ride 100km on Tuesdays, but I’m taking baby steps. Surprisingly I set a new PR for 40km.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 129
Posted By billytwosheds

I'd be wary of cobbling together different post...

I'd be wary of cobbling together different post parts to achieve the set forward position.

Maybe seek out a Nitto S66?
...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 3,990
Views: 95,182
Posted By genejockey

"“When life itself seems lunatic, who knows where...

"“When life itself seems lunatic, who knows where madness lies? Perhaps to be too practical is madness. To surrender dreams — this may be madness. Too much sanity may be madness — and maddest of all:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,419
Posted By billytwosheds

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

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https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Effect_of_psychoactive_drugs_on_animals
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 166
Posted By merziac

Many of mine are heavy for being tall and my...

Many of mine are heavy for being tall and my penchant for bringing the kitchen sink. :roflmao2:

Merz TW189 comes in at about 35lbs as shown, plenty more with bags and the sink.

Rides like...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 02:24 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 1,419
Posted By billytwosheds

Nah don't sweat it. Some people can't help but...

Nah don't sweat it. Some people can't help but get all existential and overly negative without lending anything to the thread.

This is the thread of the week IMHO, and will probably be useful to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-24, 02:17 PM
Replies: 3,990
Views: 95,182
Posted By Velo Vol

(1) They're going to be rummaging through your...

(1) They're going to be rummaging through your refrigerator?

(2) Prank most effective with a stranger's head.
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