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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-23, 11:10 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,752
Posted By SirMike1983

Nothing wrong with basic steel, whether...

Nothing wrong with basic steel, whether electroforge welded or lugged and brazed... I love old Schwinn and Raleigh 3 speeds, most of which are nothing exotic in terms of material.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-04-23, 09:13 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,437
Posted By rydabent

I lay much of this at the door step of todays...

I lay much of this at the door step of todays society. It is absolutely the "ME" generation, and anyone that get in their way should be hated. It is not just cyclist.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-04-23, 07:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,096
Posted By Tourist in MSN

I used to commute to work on a motorcycle. I...

I used to commute to work on a motorcycle.

I learned over many years that in overcast or foggy days, I was invisible and assume that car drivers could not see me even if I had a bright headlamp....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-03-23, 03:57 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,096
Posted By Polaris OBark

Here is a screenshot from my Garmin dashcam...

Here is a screenshot from my Garmin dashcam video:

...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-03-23, 12:12 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,096
Posted By Polaris OBark

Or you have blinded them, which can get you...

Or you have blinded them, which can get you killed even if you don't give a ***** about anyone else.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-03-23, 09:26 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,096
Posted By Daniel4

I had a Petzl 250 on my helmet. In the dead of...

I had a Petzl 250 on my helmet. In the dead of night, it lit up the park trails beautifully. Previously, I had a 90 lumen Black Diamond but it was so pitiful.

Now I have a 500 lumen helmet light...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-03-23, 08:19 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,096
Posted By Tourist in MSN

If you want to be seen at night, put your light...

If you want to be seen at night, put your light on the bike, not your head. If you want drivers coming towards you to be able to estimate where you are (depth perception), then do not use a flashing...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-02-23, 11:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,096
Posted By Polaris OBark

I can't give you a number, but on-road, it is...

I can't give you a number, but on-road, it is good not to over-do it.

I live in a rural area (Santa Cruz mountains), where it gets really dark at night. Last night, after dark, I was driving home...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
02-02-23, 04:12 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,437
Posted By Polaris OBark

Yeah, I think he was the gen previous (modestly...

Yeah, I think he was the gen previous (modestly referred to as the "Greatest Generation").

I'm one of the earlier X.

Now we have generation wuss.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-23, 07:32 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,123
Posted By romanlotus

1980 Motobecane Team Champion saved from from the dumpster

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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-31-23, 08:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,420
Posted By rumrunn6

totally agree. this little ball of energy (off...

totally agree. this little ball of energy (off leash) was all over the trail, so I slowed to a crawl to pass them...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-31-23, 06:49 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,420
Posted By flangehead

I think the dog I hit was mostly Mastiff. My dog...

I think the dog I hit was mostly Mastiff. My dog is an adopted stray “50 pounds of brown” mutt.



Name of highway from Google Maps street view.



I’ve thought about this more and I can see...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-30-23, 09:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,420
Posted By Amt0571

I once (involuntarily) decapitated a small bird...

I once (involuntarily) decapitated a small bird that decided that it would be fun to cross the trail between my spokes.

I heard it "pop" and saw feathers flying. When I looked back I saw his head...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-30-23, 07:02 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,420
Posted By GhostRider62

happened to me, too. But it was a small dog...

happened to me, too. But it was a small dog caught in the wheel. Took me right down. He jumped right at the wheel.

I generally dismount unless it is very clear I am going to outgun the dog. ...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-30-23, 06:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,420
Posted By work4bike

You don't have to worry about hitting a squirrel;...

You don't have to worry about hitting a squirrel; you have to worry about the squirrel hitting you

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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-29-23, 02:35 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,420
Posted By flangehead

Collision with a dog

I report my mistakes here, but in this case I’m not sure there’s anything I would have done differently. Maybe if I’d known it can happen, I would have been a bit better prepared, but the “normal”...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-29-23, 09:38 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,145
Posted By iab

And yet here you still are, keeping this at the...

And yet here you still are, keeping this at the top of the page. Top notch work. Top notch. How about a Fresca?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-23, 07:34 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,145
Posted By iab

Years of soft-tissue pain, 3 operations on 2...

Years of soft-tissue pain, 3 operations on 2 discs and a third disc right on the edge, loads of valium, I am pretty confident I know problems with one's back. I also know it is just that, problems...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-23, 06:35 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,145
Posted By steine13

>> My liability insurance company insists I...

>> My liability insurance company insists I remain silent here.

I doubt that.

And nobody is giving out "medical" advice on a public forum.

But we all ride bikes, and we all have backs, and I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-23, 01:50 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,145
Posted By gugie

The OP asked. Many answered. Many have responded...

The OP asked. Many answered. Many have responded with bike setup recommendations, which isn't medical advice, and therefore on topic. No need to be snarky.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-26-23, 03:00 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,752
Posted By zookster

I think the paint will clean up well, it appears...

I think the paint will clean up well, it appears to be in decent condition overall. The stem shifters are a style I don't recall seeing before, so they will stay. Disc will stay for now. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-23, 02:31 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,752
Posted By USAZorro

This is sorta gas-pipe... 4130 qualify? Giant...

This is sorta gas-pipe... 4130 qualify? Giant Iguana with marshmallow tires.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-23, 07:05 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,752
Posted By Chuck M

When I acquired my wife's Bridgestone I noticed...

When I acquired my wife's Bridgestone I noticed the lugs didn't seem like typical lugs. When I posted pictures of it, T-Mar had made mention of the lugs being cast but didn't elaborate. I assumed it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-21-23, 10:36 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,752
Posted By browngw

Thanks clubman This 1976 Excalibur has...

Thanks clubman

This 1976 Excalibur has been treated to a period rear rack and a black B17 since this picture, but it remains one of my favorite bikes to ride....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-20-23, 05:23 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,752
Posted By Murray Missile

I can understand wanting the original from a...

I can understand wanting the original from a nostalgia stand point but I knew my original Murray was LONG gone. I do have mySilver Streak sled I got for Christmas 1963 though if that counts. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-19-23, 08:46 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,752
Posted By Pompiere

I bought this Takara at a thrift store to...

I bought this Takara at a thrift store to scavenge some parts. Mainly, I wanted the crank for my Kabuki, plus it had alloy wheels and it was only $5. After I took off what I wanted, I used parts...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-23, 02:54 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,752
Posted By Wildwood

Does Hi-Ten count as gas pipe? Not in my book,...

Does Hi-Ten count as gas pipe?
Not in my book, but likely on this forum.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-23, 01:23 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,752
Posted By 3speedslow

Mine as I found it, 70’s Puch built for Sears....

Mine as I found it, 70’s Puch built for Sears. Still riding it with parts upgraded....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-23, 12:46 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,752
Posted By Deal4Fuji

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My 1st real bike purchased from a bike store is entry level and I think...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-23, 08:16 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,752
Posted By BFisher

My '72-ish Humber - Brazing gaps and all, it's a...

My '72-ish Humber - Brazing gaps and all, it's a nice riding bike.
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1760x1191/humber_3_speed_d82b267ac64c8ead15af70b455f95a0eda02dec8.jpg

1951...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-23, 07:11 AM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,752
Posted By bwilli88

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SouthernPoint Hybrid, my 29rBMX. from Japan...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-23, 02:50 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,752
Posted By The Golden Boy

One of the things I love about this forum is...

One of the things I love about this forum is there are people that unabashedly love lower end and obsolete stuff.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-16-23, 02:15 PM
Replies: 146
Views: 8,752
Posted By daverup

I've got a couple that at least partially...

I've got a couple that at least partially qualify.
First, my 78ish Raleigh GP Mixte. No longer has steel wheels.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
01-14-23, 09:15 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,437
Posted By jon c.

It seems that way, but it may be simply that...

It seems that way, but it may be simply that we've developed technology that amplifies the hate. The basic level may be the same but it's a lot louder now,
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-15-22, 12:08 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,437
Posted By rydabent

This unfortunately is the product of the ME...

This unfortunately is the product of the ME generation that dont think of other people's rights.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-31-22, 12:58 AM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,437
Posted By SurferRosa

Damn. I really miss the '80s.

Damn. I really miss the '80s.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-28-22, 04:53 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,437
Posted By JoeyBike

Imagine you bike to work every day and motor...

Imagine you bike to work every day and motor vehicles were hogging the bike lane doing 3 mph (and it was totally legal) while you are capable of doing 18 mph on your bike. Might that get frustrating?...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-27-22, 01:19 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,437
Posted By Clyde1820

Or, just hatred that many are finding they've...

Or, just hatred that many are finding they've little to no control over their lives anymore.

These days, it's hard to imagine what's motivating and driving people to think murder is the "out" for...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
10-26-22, 02:10 PM
Replies: 111
Views: 8,437
Posted By I-Like-To-Bike

I can only guess what what any motorist who is...

I can only guess what what any motorist who is stopped in traffic thinks of a bicyclist who yells at them "put down the phone" or similar advice, or uses some sort of noise making device to alert...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-25-21, 12:18 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 667,519
Posted By I-Like-To-Bike

I am 74 and also am not ashamed to say that I...

I am 74 and also am not ashamed to say that I ride for enjoyment and always have (hence my moniker), without a desire/need to record or document my rides or compare/compete, formerly or informally,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-13-21, 06:48 AM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 667,519
Posted By maddmaxx

75 and not ashamed of any biking I do. I ride...

75 and not ashamed of any biking I do. I ride for a little exercise and some enjoyment. I no longer record or report miles.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-11-21, 07:49 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 7,202
Posted By rydabent

Crimes that physically harm no one could be...

Crimes that physically harm no one could be handled in a different way. Sentence them to house arrest with a boot, and let their families support them.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-04-21, 09:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,760
Posted By Iride01

Why do you feel obliged to comment if you don't...

Why do you feel obliged to comment if you don't like these threads or posters?

I find it rather amusing how easily triggered many people have become.

Ignore them, or me, I won't mind!...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-03-21, 04:32 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,760
Posted By work4bike

I'd really like to see the condition of that...

I'd really like to see the condition of that guy's rims after he used them as a battering ram:)
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-03-21, 10:54 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,760
Posted By rydabent

I hope the guy turned in that video to the...

I hope the guy turned in that video to the police. He owes the quy a window.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-03-21, 06:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,760
Posted By work4bike

That cyclist is seriously emotionally unhinged....

That cyclist is seriously emotionally unhinged. Reminds me of a few on this site:eek::innocent::roflmao2:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-20, 04:56 AM
Replies: 188
Views: 25,116
Posted By sjanzeir

I do agree that Tourney RDs - especially the ones...

I do agree that Tourney RDs - especially the ones with the red jockey wheel - will be utter crap in the shift quality department in everyday use. I've owned several bikes - both brandname and...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-15-20, 02:02 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 20,463
Posted By upthywazzoo

I like to have my wife go in front and set the...

I like to have my wife go in front and set the pace. If there's a headwind I'll go in front and watch my power like a hawk. It's cool to see her get better at riding and fall behind less and less.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-20, 11:31 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,678
Posted By MoAlpha

Do you actually know who Dan Dennett is? ...

Do you actually know who Dan Dennett is?

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Forum: Road Cycling
07-14-20, 11:30 AM
Replies: 108
Views: 8,678
Posted By frogman

Its just for show ? :notamused:

Its just for show ? :notamused:
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