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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-23, 12:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,277
Posted By Iride01

At various times there have been some bikes that...

At various times there have been some bikes that had the stem pointed backwards. I'd say try it if you think it's what will make the bike work. You can always put it back the other way if it...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-19-23, 04:49 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 736
Posted By Jumpski

Enjoy your new bike!

Enjoy your new bike!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-17-23, 10:39 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 757
Posted By plumberroy

Feels good to be back on a bike I just got back...

Feels good to be back on a bike I just got back started in early May . Right now I am averaging 60 miles a month
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-08-23, 07:19 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,397
Posted By BobbyG

That's why I bike to work.

That's why I bike to work.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-07-23, 09:37 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,397
Posted By jon c.

I retired a few months ago. Still don't have...

I retired a few months ago. Still don't have enough time. Don't know how I ever found the time to work. But very glad I no longer have to worry about it.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-07-23, 09:22 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,397
Posted By AJW2W11E

Time is more precious after 60, Bicycling uses a lot of it !

Time is more precious after 60, Bicycling uses a lot of it.
This week between riding a bike and going to a gym for back exercises, I logged 20 hours ( including time to shower and change) , probably...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-20, 08:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 404
Posted By Iride01

The backside of the drive side crank should have...

The backside of the drive side crank should have the exact crank set that is. This looks like the left side arm and it is compatible with several types of crank sets shimano sells.

More than...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-16-20, 06:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 404
Posted By dsaul

They don't sell crank arms separately. You are...

They don't sell crank arms separately. You are better off just buying a complete crankset with the proper length arms. In terms of the bottom bracket, any Shimano 24mm spindle crankset will work,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-20, 01:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 991
Posted By fietsbob

See Shermer's neck...

See Shermer's neck...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-04-20, 11:46 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 991
Posted By gorillimo

Do what you need to do to be able to ride. I had...

Do what you need to do to be able to ride. I had an accident which caused a three level neck fusion. Can’t make the bend to handle drop bars anymore. Going to a touring tbike. And you know, I’m...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-20, 05:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 458
Posted By Crankycrank

Shimano cassette bodies are fairly easy to flush...

Shimano cassette bodies are fairly easy to flush and lube. Doing this every 7K-12k miles will help it last for a very long time. Tutorial here. https://youtu.be/iQ6XgztsfmU
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-06-20, 04:57 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 546
Posted By Crankycrank

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsjN6B3eZb8

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rsjN6B3eZb8
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-25-20, 05:27 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,380
Posted By qcpmsame

Whatever works for SammyJ , the USPS bags are...

Whatever works for SammyJ , the USPS bags are free at any post office, and out of their mailing options they are the least expensive. I fit as many as five items in a tyvek envelope when the last 50+...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-24-20, 04:06 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 5,380
Posted By Ogsarg

I did some clothing for a Moto Guzzi group years...

I did some clothing for a Moto Guzzi group years ago and also found that bags are considerably less postage than any box. Can't recall where I got them but I bought about 100 poly shipping bags for...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-20-20, 04:38 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,347
Posted By ZIPP2001

I had company today !

Most of my riding is done solo. But more and more I've been getting calls from friends who want to join me on the trails. Some have there own bikes and others don't, so my extra bikes are always...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-06-20, 10:50 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,997
Posted By tigat

Look what my new bike can do

Long story, but last week I finally picked up the rebuilt Bandit, the one-hand adapted bike that Trek made for me, on the latest version Domane SLR frame. In a word, the new Bandit is awesome -...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-31-20, 01:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 945
Posted By Iride01

Maybe check out some antacids or something. For...

Maybe check out some antacids or something. For sure don't go out on a full stomach with greasy fried chicken in it. I know that first hand. I once stopped midway on a 100 mile ride and bought...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-16-20, 07:41 PM
Replies: 27,132
Views: 3,121,555
Posted By jppe

102.6 miles with 3800’ of climbing. I rode with...

102.6 miles with 3800’ of climbing. I rode with some other riders for the first time in months. After doing a lot of 100+ mile solo rides, it was nice getting the advantages of riding with a group....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-20, 11:35 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 18,645
Posted By MarcusT

Not sure what the alcohol does. Barely...

Not sure what the alcohol does. Barely remembering my high school chemistry days: Like dissolves like
Meaning if you have a petroleum based lube on your chain, then you need a petroleum based...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-02-20, 05:08 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 6,548
Posted By Jinkster

"Just Enjoying The Ride" AKA "Moderation"(something to consider)

It's been quite awhile since I posted here and two of the 3 bikes listed in my profile are gone...I sold the Giant OCR and gave away the Trek to my Son In-law which left me with my favorite of the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-29-20, 10:32 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 13,666
Posted By bpcyclist

Abusive "Cyclist" On Morning Ride Rant

So, headed out early this morning for a nice, easy 30 miler. Still dark, nobody out. Post-apocalyptic traffic situation. Sitting at a red light with a lone car to my left, waiting for it to turn....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-10-19, 03:29 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 21,686
Posted By CyclingBK

Just starting again at 51, love it!

Thought I’d make an intro here and welcome any comments, encouragement, and advice.

I started taking my fitness seriously about 2 years ago. Been in the gym doing the lifting/cardio thing...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-26-09, 01:30 PM
Replies: 27,132
Views: 3,121,555
Posted By PaulH

Hooked up the Trail-A-Bike and took my daughter 5...

Hooked up the Trail-A-Bike and took my daughter 5 miles to dance school and continued 5 miles to my office. My third ride of the day will be when I come home in a few hours.

Paul
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