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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 197
Posted By dedhed

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-26-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 197
Posted By Kontact

How is this helpful for chain slack on a single...

How is this helpful for chain slack on a single speed?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 09:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 707
Posted By GCBM

Simplex "Competition" Front Derailleur 1960-61?

Weren't expecting a 1960-61ish NOS unboxing? And yes I have a "carter de chaine" referenced on the paperwork in the later images...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 04:04 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 707
Posted By John E

I was a UCLA student from 1968 through 1978, and...

I was a UCLA student from 1968 through 1978, and C. Harding's For Bikes was one of my go-to shops during that period. I lost contact with him when I moved to San Diego County in 1981, but one of my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-25-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 335
Posted By grumpus

It is, and it's not more effective for cleaning...

It is, and it's not more effective for cleaning bike parts than kerosene or diesel, which will not turn you into the human torch or destroy your house.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 201
Posted By Iride01

Maybe just find a big cork and put in there to...

Maybe just find a big cork and put in there to garner some odd looks and start conversations with potential new friends.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 10:05 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 707
Posted By GCBM

I drafted a very long comprehensive reply about...

I drafted a very long comprehensive reply about Charlie that when I tried to post, received the message that I had to refresh - I didn't save my draft elsewhere and it was lost when I refreshed. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 201
Posted By veganbikes

That is neat but it is not a mere dust cap and...

That is neat but it is not a mere dust cap and from reading the sellers (or makers or whatever you might call them?) description it doesn't look like more than an emergency use part that hopefully...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 05:03 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 707
Posted By gaucho777

Great stuff. Can you tell us more about Charlie...

Great stuff. Can you tell us more about Charlie Harding? I see some references in a number of old threads about an Irish immigrant who set up a bike shop in the Los Angeles area (which is where I see...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 04:47 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 385
Posted By urbanknight

I have actually thought about adding some first...

I have actually thought about adding some first aid stuff to my seat bag. It just seems like one thing you'd like to have nearby and not have to wait for if and when you need it. What do any of you...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 04:21 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 707
Posted By GCBM

HTK Wheel Truing Stand - Tanaka Tool Co.

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with pointed plugs for hollow axle? Intended for motorcycles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 04:08 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 707
Posted By GCBM

Charlie's Shed - Parts and tools

I started posting here originally because I saw something regarding Harding's bikes. I used to work with Charlie and still visited with him until his recent passing. I now have access to what he...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 02:43 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 967
Posted By delbiker1

I had my first flat with a TPU tube today. I have...

I had my first flat with a TPU tube today. I have not looked at to find the cause. I had a spare TPU tube with me. Two times the valve core popped out while inflating. The third time, I really...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 385
Posted By mpetry912

Mine /markp ...

Mine

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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-24-24, 12:39 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,229
Posted By Eric F

What I generally find with wider tires is more...

What I generally find with wider tires is more confidence (equates to more speed) when conditions get demanding. I can be less picky about my line, and have better grip for cornering on loose...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 11:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 385
Posted By grumpus

Topeak FlyPaper self adhesive tube patches -...

Topeak FlyPaper self adhesive tube patches - someone on here recommended them, so I added them to several bikes' kit - I normally carry a couple of tubes so they're unlikely to be needed, but you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 02:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 527
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

"Shifting into the spokes" is a classic...

"Shifting into the spokes" is a classic indication of the chain's movement not being controlled properly. Once limit screws are set (or at least the low gear one) they rarely spin in their threads as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 12:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 527
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

A few comments- An aprox 15" gear (24x42 on...

A few comments-

An aprox 15" gear (24x42 on a "27" wheel") is a very low gear and one that being able to balance the bike (especially a tandem), at the 3ish MPH that this low ratio is often run...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,678
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF a 13-23 was the factory cassette, I'm pretty...

IF a 13-23 was the factory cassette, I'm pretty sure you have a short cage RDER and it won't handle a larger cassette.

Cheap route- Get a low level Shimano RDER such as this-...
Forum: Touring
04-20-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 885
Posted By Rick

My Attempt At Easy Hydration While Touring

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-19-24, 02:13 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 734
Posted By BTinNYC

The freehub is a Shimano Tiagra RS-400, the rear...

The freehub is a Shimano Tiagra RS-400, the rear wheel was re-dished about an 1/8'' so the chain will clear the chainstay with this modern cassette. Headset is original but the stem is a brand new...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-19-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,179
Posted By jgf310

Does anyone think a long cage derailleur would...

Does anyone think a long cage derailleur would help?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,190
Posted By hhk25

I feel like a hoarder

I have some nice vintage bikes - 80s era steel tourers mostly. I never ride them because 9 times out of 10, I just jump on my modern hybrid out of convenience.

I was going to give away a mint 1984...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 03:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 734
Posted By BTinNYC

Cést fini...really this time

Peugeot UO-18 Mixte for my daughter. 2x9 with Ultegra STI shifters and FD, a 105 RD, and a FSA Gossamer 50/34 crankset. The French thread ROI BB holding a 30mm axle is pretty cool. 700c rims with...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 967
Posted By terrymorse

Roadside Tire Repair

After getting stuck with a damaged tire last year on Mt. Hamilton, 12 miles from my car (thank you, Good Samaritan, for picking me up), I determined to not get stuck in the same situation. Fool me...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-18-24, 01:18 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,338
Posted By LV2TNDM

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The answer to your first question is undoubtedly YES.

Most Americans are drivers. Many ride bikes, but not much and not very aggressively.

But anyone who takes cycling seriously, they gain...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 04:29 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 715
Posted By roadsnakes

' I could not live without my Inversion...

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I could not live without my Inversion Table. I`ve had it for over 20 years, and I only wish I would have got sooner.


ALSO

I have two bikes
A touring "Road" type bike and a Trek Verve....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 02:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 715
Posted By WaveyGravey

Don't see them that often. But I got mine from a...

Don't see them that often. But I got mine from a garage sale.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 12:56 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 715
Posted By downtube42

Uh, what? Unless you're talking about the...

Uh, what?

Unless you're talking about the small percentage of high end bikes with integrated stem and bars, threadless is significantly more easily adjusted than threaded.

Threadless stems can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 715
Posted By Leisesturm

Free? That is an odd criteria for a piece of...

Free? That is an odd criteria for a piece of fitness equipment. My DW's treadmill was not found in a Dumpster, nor a Garage Sale. Neither was my Concept 2 rowing ergometer. Both of these pieces of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-24, 07:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,250
Posted By Mtracer

Well, when I first had odd behavior in 11th and...

Well, when I first had odd behavior in 11th and 12th gears, it was about 5 miles into a ~70-mile ride. I'm sure the skipping was caused by a fully broken inner plate. Point being, I put 60+ miles on...
Forum: Commuting
04-16-24, 06:20 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 502
Posted By Siu Blue Wind

This would be great in the P and R forum... ...

This would be great in the P and R forum...

But not here.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-24, 05:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,250
Posted By FBinNY

I doubt it. Shifting under load causes nicks and...

I doubt it. Shifting under load causes nicks and peening of the plates, especially outer ones. It also forces plates outward on pins.

So we see stiff links, and breakage by plates coming off...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 715
Posted By WaveyGravey

Several years ago, I began using an inversion...

Several years ago, I began using an inversion table. Hang upside down 5 minutes everyday. Now I have no lower back pain.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 468
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

I lived in Santa Cruz for a few months (a long...

I lived in Santa Cruz for a few months (a long time ago) and had a chromed Fuji (Finest). My commute was only just over a mile but went down nearly 200+ feet to almost sea level and up nearly the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-16-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 429
Posted By Robvolz

Some notes: I'm used to riding a tandem,...

Some notes:

I'm used to riding a tandem, often alone to meet a friend.

So I'm used to "Hey, you lost your buddy" as if we've never heard that before.

Plus the "I wanna ride!!" Which if I...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-16-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 429
Posted By Robvolz

The lonely ride home ...

The lonely ride home

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Forum: Commuting
04-16-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 469
Posted By pdlamb

I'll usually watch the weather radar starting...

I'll usually watch the weather radar starting around 3:00, and shift my ride time if necessary. (Yes, I'm very lucky to be able to do that!) A few screw-ups, where that "45 minute" window turns out...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-16-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 429
Posted By Robvolz

Too much silly fun in Portland

Last weekend was the Ladds 500

500 laps around a traffic circle and you’ve done 100 miles.

This is not a race, this is a fun ride, where people do it on rollerskates, unicycles, tricycles, and...
Forum: Commuting
04-15-24, 07:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 469
Posted By flangehead

Where I live thunderstorms blow through fairly...

Where I live thunderstorms blow through fairly quickly. I use Accuweather minute cast which gives me 4 hour view. I plan my moves around the storms.

I don’t go out if there’s lightning as I’m...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,796
Posted By WGB

The humble Rubber Band. It makes your bike a...

The humble Rubber Band. It makes your bike a fairly rigid plain allowing you to easily lean your bike almost anywhere without it toppling over.

There are certain immutable laws of the universe...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 05:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 651
Posted By The_Joe

I think that's a happy accident. The black and...

I think that's a happy accident. The black and gold is a very cool combo, provided it matches the bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 651
Posted By Robvolz

Anodizing Weirdness…..

A friend is building a vintage (lugged) style bike for the MADE show and asked if we could do something special for the components.

Coupled with meeting a guy at a wine event I was a panelist at,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 307
Posted By louky

Is this vintage?

I've tried to do some image searches on this but have been unsuccessful. I have not seen a bike with the chainguard attached to the rear fender in this way. Does anyone recognize the model of this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 468
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

The usual way to insure water is gone from...

The usual way to insure water is gone from threads is to wipe them off and let them evaporate off any remaining moisture. Using a water displacer (as in WD40) to further rinse/flow moisture off the...
Forum: Touring
04-14-24, 10:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 571
Posted By Doug64

I've used the scarves filled with water absorbing...

I've used the scarves filled with water absorbing crystals, and they work well.

My daughter was using a cooling scarf on a tour in 95+ F, and relatively high humidity. They do help, and stay moist...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 10:11 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,419
Posted By BMC_Kid

I like these, going to see about getting a few...

I like these, going to see about getting a few for my small parts. For my large parts, I just use cheap plastic containers I bought from Lowe’s.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 10:07 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 798
Posted By justonwo

It’s an acute injury from a fall. Not a chronic...

It’s an acute injury from a fall. Not a chronic condition.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 09:40 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,419
Posted By cudak888

Using toolboxes for parts storage (and some cheap dividers)

I've been recently poking around at Vidmar tool boxes - apparently, I enjoy sticker shock at the tune of $700 for a cabinet of simple ball-bearing drawers - trying to come up with a decent solution...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-24, 07:23 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,796
Posted By noglider

for serving hors d'oeuvres?

for serving hors d'oeuvres?
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