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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-24, 07:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 668
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Wouldn't be the worst thing I've ever dropped...

Wouldn't be the worst thing I've ever dropped fifty bucks on.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-24, 06:01 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 3,813
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Pricey bike. If they're unwilling to make this...

Pricey bike. If they're unwilling to make this change at cost (or less) to make the sale, try another shop. They're mostly all Trek dealers now anyway.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,085
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I will say that the transition from stays to fork...

I will say that the transition from stays to fork ends is very clean, though. Smooth with real attention to detail, nice lines. I'd be curious to see the dropouts, and if they were handled similarly.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-02-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,085
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Really digging this thread. Can't contribute much...

Really digging this thread. Can't contribute much more than "hey, that's a supercool bike." :thumb:
Contribution made.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-02-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,566
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Yep. Go a-la-carte. Find the rims, spokes, and...

Yep. Go a-la-carte. Find the rims, spokes, and hubs you like, then present them to your local wheel builder.
A quick search for "spoke length calculator" will be helpful if you know your hubs/rims.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-29-24, 10:25 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,827
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Never used the Silca calculator before. It...

Never used the Silca calculator before. It recommended 60ish, I've been running 52ish based on the Rene Herse calculator and will continue with that.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-28-24, 11:56 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 6,702
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Yes, the bike makes a difference. The real...

Yes, the bike makes a difference. The real question is will it make enough of a difference to impact the type of riding you want to do. For me, high-quality late-70s steel road bikes are just fine....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-25-24, 09:27 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,253
Posted By Fahrenheit531

If that mug had ambushed me with a $50 price tag...

If that mug had ambushed me with a $50 price tag there would've been no hesitation: "Whoa. Yeah, didn't realize. Let's go ahead and cancel that one out, sorry about that."
No harm, no foul.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-24, 02:49 PM
Replies: 2,396
Views: 566,903
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Huh. Thanks for the introduction! :thumb:

Huh. Thanks for the introduction! :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-24, 08:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 391
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Converting a terrible bike to single speed will...

Converting a terrible bike to single speed will generally result in a terrible single speed bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,515
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I used to remove the thin, clear plastic bit. Now...

I used to remove the thin, clear plastic bit. Now I leave it on. For reasons unknown.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-16-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,515
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I have stopped patching and setting them aside...

I have stopped patching and setting them aside for later because I too was seeing a high failure rate. If I patch a tube it is immediately placed inside a tire and inflated, based on the idea that...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-14-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,837
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Bath salt zombie face eater guy could've told you...

Bath salt zombie face eater guy could've told you this long ago.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-10-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,534
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I'm endlessly impressed with your ability to read...

I'm endlessly impressed with your ability to read the minds and motivations of others.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-07-24, 10:19 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,845
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Can't coast while running. Comparison should...

Can't coast while running. Comparison should pretty much end there.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-27-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 857
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Relax. Be patient. The desire will return or it...

Relax. Be patient. The desire will return or it won't. If it doesn't, something else will fill the void.
We're always changing. It's the nature of things.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-20-24, 06:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,154
Posted By Fahrenheit531

fify ;)

fify ;)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-20-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 250
Views: 19,848
Posted By Fahrenheit531

They're just not interesting to me. Generally...

They're just not interesting to me. Generally bland colors and a real "lowest common denominator" vibe, both in their vintage and newer offerings.
Not that this matters. I just thought I'd go ahead...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 4,609
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Ever Encountered a Pro While on a Ride?

Yesterday I was out on The Loop here in Tucson, and I got passed by a rider in a lot of yellow on a really cool bike. Second glance reveals a Jumbo Visma rider in full kit on what I assume is his new...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-05-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,782
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Marriage. The marriage later ended, but the...

Marriage.

The marriage later ended, but the cycling remained.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-29-23, 11:39 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,146
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I usually get a little high before my weekend...

I usually get a little high before my weekend rides...:innocent:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-19-23, 08:59 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,081
Posted By Fahrenheit531

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This is probably my #1 jersey, Voler Peloton. Tifoli eyewear was a Father's Day...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-23, 03:28 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 5,128
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Clamping that bike on the decal rather than the...

Clamping that bike on the decal rather than the seatpost may result in sadness and/or self-flagellation later on. Don't ask how I know.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-23-23, 11:07 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,218
Posted By Fahrenheit531

"help" :lol:

"help" :lol:
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-03-23, 06:26 PM
Replies: 186
Views: 76,800
Posted By Fahrenheit531

They just got some more of my money. The buying...

They just got some more of my money.
The buying always hurts.
Then I ride them.
:love:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-03-23, 12:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,350
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Solution in search of a problem.

Solution in search of a problem.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-29-23, 03:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,597
Posted By Fahrenheit531

N+1. If I'm dropping $2.5k on a bike that...

N+1.

If I'm dropping $2.5k on a bike that sucker is for riding, not parking outside while I do the grocery shopping. Buy a second bike for 1/10th the price, use that for commuting and locking or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-23-23, 08:40 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,362
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Lube chain after cleaning with water or rides...

Lube chain after cleaning with water or rides will be less fun very soon.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-23-23, 08:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 746
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Tucson Velodrome Groundbreaking

I'm skeptical of its long-term viability, but I do think it's appropriate to note this evening's groundbreaking on an actual velodrome here in Tucson (https://tucsonvelodrome.com/). Not much else to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-23, 10:48 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,901
Posted By Fahrenheit531

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

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-23, 02:59 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 4,756
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Did anyone ask for this one? ;)

Did anyone ask for this one? ;)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-23, 02:57 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,425
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I encourage them, especially in summertime. ...

I encourage them, especially in summertime.
FIGHT, CLOUDS! FIGHT! Don't let that sun break you!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-23, 07:48 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 819
Posted By Fahrenheit531

It's worked well for decades, apparently. Who are...

It's worked well for decades, apparently. Who are you gonna trust, all those years or a bunch of fools on the internet? ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-03-23, 07:10 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 957
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Always cool seeing a Gilmour, will be interested...

Always cool seeing a Gilmour, will be interested in how it shapes up. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-23, 04:05 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,685
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Not cleaning your bike after riding in the wet...

Not cleaning your bike after riding in the wet will result in a dirty, poorly performing bike no matter what frame you've got. I see no advantage to the proposed tradeoff as you'll be wiping it down...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-23, 12:57 PM
Replies: 1,143
Views: 155,399
Posted By Fahrenheit531

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

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:lol:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-19-23, 10:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,689
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I wish I'd bought more than one pair of these...

I wish I'd bought more than one pair of these DVS/Cinelli Luster:
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/619x484/image_26809ff1062c0fcb53010908e86690972cd173dc.png
Super stiff sole,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-23, 03:45 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 2,879
Posted By Fahrenheit531

A month or so ago I saw a gila monster in the...

A month or so ago I saw a gila monster in the wild for the first time:

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1355x893/20230617_084709_5becb788980f1e563cba5b2d88acbc9adae4bc15.jpg
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-08-23, 06:16 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,158,406
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Vicini in Tucson. Very clean, very Italian, and...

Vicini in Tucson. Very clean, very Italian, and very orange. $500 (https://tucson.craigslist.org/bik/d/cortaro-domenics-team-strada-vicini/7651195077.html)
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-23, 05:46 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,761
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Oh wow. Yes, this guy's store can burn some time...

Oh wow. Yes, this guy's store can burn some time for sure.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-26-23, 03:17 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,370
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Nah, kidney stones would be a hard pass.

Nah, kidney stones would be a hard pass.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-23, 01:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 550
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Not sure how $167 in shipping = makes more sense...

Not sure how $167 in shipping = makes more sense to spend 5-10 times that on another ebike...?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-11-23, 10:16 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,820
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Whoa. That's not terrifying or anything.

Whoa. That's not terrifying or anything.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-06-23, 10:57 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 7,501
Posted By Fahrenheit531

If it's a 64-count box, eat the red and use the...

If it's a 64-count box, eat the red and use the red-orange for lube. Small compromises are acceptable here.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-06-23, 10:54 AM
Replies: 193
Views: 7,501
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Red is the fastest color.

Red is the fastest color.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-23, 12:03 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,058
Posted By Fahrenheit531

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1280x853/image_452506e9da5d41a864e94c1162c6092687dea432.png
'78 Volare, '86 Peloton, '71 Paramount
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-28-23, 07:45 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 6,442
Posted By Fahrenheit531

I resisted clipless pedals for a long time. From...

I resisted clipless pedals for a long time. From the moment I first tried them I wished I'd done it sooner. I still use flat pedals on my single-speed, all-purpose bike, but for distanced road...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-24-23, 05:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 854
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Dawn dish soap & water.

Dawn dish soap & water.
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
06-18-23, 10:05 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,561
Posted By Fahrenheit531

Doesn't matter and no one cares. Maybe post...

Doesn't matter and no one cares. Maybe post something about bikes?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-23, 09:58 PM
Replies: 22,329
Views: 4,652,681
Posted By Fahrenheit531

RAT-ROD E-BIKE -...

RAT-ROD E-BIKE - $475https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1107x815/image_a6d9103a4eebc831624e797d4edbb88c4db3dc41.png...
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