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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-19-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 8,261
Posted By t2p

have a 27 year old Litespeed with AMP rear...

have a 27 year old Litespeed with AMP rear suspension - 12 year old Cannondale with a Headshok - and a 5 year old Cannondale with a Lefty

I don’t understand the aversion to proprietary parts ???
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-17-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,332
Posted By Alan K

Even a less than high end wheel can do much...

Even a less than high end wheel can do much better if they are maintained - periodic check to ensure that they are true and have even tension on spokes. Beginners usually do not check or adjust...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-15-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 694
Posted By SpeedyBlueBiker

From my time spent in MSR (mountain search &...

From my time spent in MSR (mountain search & rescue) this is pretty good basic list of items to carry. There are a few things I would tweak, like throw in a roll of athletic tape as it is quick and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-27-23, 09:46 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,180
Posted By flangehead

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

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_9368_ccedc7bba48f4c8cbb82f4488ca5c83a9744e977.jpeg
The big picture.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-23, 02:08 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,866
Posted By ShannonM

Dude, that is the celeste-est Bianchi that ever...

Dude, that is the celeste-est Bianchi that ever celeste-ed.

If it were any less, it'd be too much. Never change anything about this bicycle.

--Shannon
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-23, 07:51 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,584
Posted By Kontact

The left pad has much more shaft exposed than the...

The left pad has much more shaft exposed than the right pad. That's why everything is wonky.

And those shafts should be much closer to horizontal, which is probably why you think other brake...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-28-23, 08:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,866
Posted By Desert Ryder

I have a few near mint but dirty. As found...

I have a few near mint but dirty.

As found 1997 GT STS DH, all original except seat and seatpost....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-28-23, 05:06 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 4,493
Posted By nomadmax

String strap back back, like the ones they give...

String strap back back, like the ones they give away. In transitional weather, cold to warm, I wear it under my outermost layer. As I shed layers, gloves, hats and the like, they go in the backpack.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-26-23, 08:17 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,185
Posted By cyccommute

If by “new” you mean about 1987, I might agree....

If by “new” you mean about 1987, I might agree. People have been complaining about the harshness of aluminum for at least 30 years and maybe closer to 40. You are correct that aluminum frames were...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-26-23, 05:32 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,185
Posted By Trakhak

[Editing to point out that Ironfish653 said it...

[Editing to point out that Ironfish653 said it all, in fewer words, in his post above this one. I'll leave this post here, though, if only to corroborate his.]

For the nth time:

Read some of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-24-23, 08:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 456
Posted By SpeedofLite

Equipment/Product Review (1989) Mountain Bike Fork Innovation: One-Off and Rockshox

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...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-22-23, 03:25 PM
Replies: 155
Views: 7,265
Posted By masi61

This info is now terribly obsolete.

This info is now terribly obsolete.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-19-23, 08:34 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,921
Posted By mstateglfr

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

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1565x1174/img_1389_281a54331105696c810350daac08da88dea93eb8.jpeg


This is from an errands ride yesterday. Basket and platform front rack. It...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-23, 03:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 933
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

I like it. Ye olde early-90s MTB cockpit with...

I like it. Ye olde early-90s MTB cockpit with 150mm stems and 580mm bars was kinda wack.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-19-23, 07:25 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,203
Posted By cocoabeachcrab

that is awesome! i have a couple of mid 30's ...

that is awesome! i have a couple of mid 30's
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1333/silverking001_2b920f997301848f3f216bcb037614df3d2de3b9.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-23, 10:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,203
Posted By bykemike

Monark Silver King, IGH, all aluminum frame

This just came into my life, a Monark Silver King bicycle. 3 speed IGH hub, mostly original, rides but needs a new chain.

This is pretty weird but seemingly high quality, all aluminum but seems...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-23, 12:02 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,921
Posted By mstateglfr

Then you know how heavy loads work differently,...

Then you know how heavy loads work differently, depending on the bike's geometry.
Some bikes ride really well with a rear load. Some bikes suck with a rear load.
Some bikes steer fine with a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-23, 06:45 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,543
Posted By pdlamb

Replace tube (after trying to find what caused...

Replace tube (after trying to find what caused the leak). Take the leaky tube home to repair it with more of its friends.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-13-23, 10:54 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 661
Posted By base2

It is a common mis-conception that shock...

It is a common mis-conception that shock absorbing seatposts provide some sort of floating active suspension within it's travel range at all times like that of a car or motorcycle or mountainbike or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-23, 09:14 AM
Replies: 334
Views: 16,664
Posted By AirborneFolder

I'm just using your statement because it was last...

I'm just using your statement because it was last but who is he bigoted against? The theme from those who find his strip unfunny seems to be that he's bigoted against anyone who rides a bike. As...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-08-23, 12:13 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,234
Posted By cyccommute

Closer to 40 years than 30 and not just on their...

Closer to 40 years than 30 and not just on their mountain bikes (https://moots.com/uniquely-moots/history/). They were using the YBB link in Psychlo Cross frame in 96 and they continue to do it even...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-23, 05:48 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 16,664
Posted By billytwosheds

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https://i.giphy.com/l4Jz53BANZEEmmP04.gif
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-23, 11:29 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 5,581
Posted By 3alarmer

...I think he has a hard job. He's sitting in an...

...I think he has a hard job. He's sitting in an office, trying to make as many people happy as is required to keep the place open. It's an "alternative" high school, so there are always issues....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-23, 08:29 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 16,664
Posted By squirtdad

i just got into this comic.....liking bad puns is...

i just got into this comic.....liking bad puns is a good thing

but let's not forget calvin and his dad when it comes to bikes
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-23, 07:06 PM
Replies: 334
Views: 16,664
Posted By billytwosheds

The only thing funnier than people taking...

The only thing funnier than people taking themselves too seriously is people who complain that other are people doing it. lmao
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-27-23, 09:50 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 5,581
Posted By Koyote

I've spent my career with people in their late...

I've spent my career with people in their late teens and very early twenties, and I can categorically state that you do not know what you are talking about.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-25-23, 07:27 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 5,581
Posted By mstateglfr

My kid's school has a bicycle section of learning...

My kid's school has a bicycle section of learning where they work on refurbishing bikes- tear em down and rebuild, basically. They learn about gear ratios and simple machine processes while gaining...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-21-23, 12:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 736
Posted By SpeedofLite

Road Test/Bike Review (1989) BRIDGESTONE MB-1 (mtb)

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-17-23, 09:10 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,130
Posted By squirtdad

How about "declining standard: ?

How about "declining standard: ?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-23, 08:07 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,494
Posted By Homebrew01

Calling an organized bike ride event a "race"...

Calling an organized bike ride event a "race" just adds to the confusion.
charity ride, tour, event or some other term is more appropriate.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-11-23, 11:25 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,508
Posted By Maelochs

I never even think of changing grips on my...

I never even think of changing grips on my flat-bar bikes (I might someday try those oversized Ergons,but .... meh.) As wheelreason and Iride01, note, comfort on a flat-bar (swept-bar, H-bar, or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-06-23, 09:38 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 2,300
Posted By RCMoeur

What could possibly go wrong? :) It's...

What could possibly go wrong? :)

It's interesting that in my personal unconscious conditioned behavior that there must be a subroutine that goes something like this:

IF ("rotation-rightgrip" =...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-23, 06:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 826
Posted By veganbikes

It is a very cheap bike that someone branded for...

It is a very cheap bike that someone branded for Lamborghini. Yes it has some shaped tubes but it is cheap parts. They wanted it to appear semi-premium to match the branding on it but if you look up...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-05-23, 04:00 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 788
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Is this about adjustable stems or vertical/zero...

Is this about adjustable stems or vertical/zero reach stems?

I would suggest against using an adjustable stem with high level off road usage, especially an adjustable quill stem from a hybrid.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-02-23, 01:31 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,494
Posted By msu2001la

I'm a member of a local bike race team who runs a...

I'm a member of a local bike race team who runs a handful of crit and cyclocross races each year. I can assure you that bike races held in parks (even those that don't involve any road closures)...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-23, 10:06 AM
Replies: 166
Views: 6,777
Posted By Broctoon

"I want to ride a bike, but I also want to look...

"I want to ride a bike, but I also want to look silly. And anytime I go outside, I'll be missing my gym machines." (Street Strider pops up like a meerkat...)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-23, 01:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 733
Posted By Trakhak

Yes, crossing cables under the down tube is a...

Yes, crossing cables under the down tube is a workaround to avoid having the shifter housings rubbing through the head tube paint.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-23, 05:36 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 6,777
Posted By Maelochs

Not really. This is one situation where for...

Not really.

This is one situation where for one person and her specific physical and psychological conditions, a specific sort of workout suited her better than some other sort.

it is an...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-23, 11:40 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,067
Posted By clarkbre

Thank you all for your insight and information. I...

Thank you all for your insight and information. I always appreciate real world feedback

Yes, this is a rigid MTB that will be running 26 x 2.1 tires. The area that we live is a bit hilly so I was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-23, 12:13 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,151
Posted By icemilkcoffee

On Modernbike.com, there are over 200 26" tires...

On Modernbike.com, there are over 200 26" tires (and that's not counting the fat tires) available:
https://www.modernbike.com/26-inch-tires+availableisyes
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-23, 07:02 PM
Replies: 433
Views: 20,648
Posted By AdventureManCO

Okay! droppedandlost ’s post inspired me to check...

Okay! droppedandlost ’s post inspired me to check out and see what I could make do for a fork for the Crapamount frame.

At first I tried a suspension fork, since the horror factor is just too good...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-23, 09:03 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,223
Posted By PeteHski

It does imply that when taken literally, but it's...

It does imply that when taken literally, but it's the common term used in UK motorsport for any level of steering correction, not just the max limit. Counter-steer is a more accurate description,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-23, 09:15 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,223
Posted By pepperbelly

In a rear wheel drive vehicle you steer into a...

In a rear wheel drive vehicle you steer into a skid. In a front wheel drive vehicle you steer away from the skid.
Neither of these techniques are counter steering like used on motorcycles and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-23, 12:13 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,223
Posted By PeteHski

Anecdotally, having worked my entire career in...

Anecdotally, having worked my entire career in professional 4-wheeled motorsport engineering in the UK, the term "countersteer" is pretty much non-existent. The only time I've ever come across it is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-31-23, 07:05 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,223
Posted By PeteHski

You appear to be overly distracted with the...

You appear to be overly distracted with the skidding/sliding/drifting/oversteer process, which is simply not necessary in a discussion about how bicycles steer in an ordinary non-sliding turn.

...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-23, 10:59 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,334
Posted By Russ Roth

I'm going to be a bit contrary to most of the...

I'm going to be a bit contrary to most of the posters here, while I wouldn't expect canadian tire to have a great range of bikes, at 700 for a bike I'd be inclined to believe its more than the BSO...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-23, 08:08 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,223
Posted By PeteHski

The difference with 2-wheeled bikes is that most...

The difference with 2-wheeled bikes is that most people don't realise that turns are initiated by initially turning the bars in the opposite direction to the turn (counter-steer) simply because it is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-23, 05:40 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,223
Posted By bruce19

As a former MSF Instructor I'd say this is a good...

As a former MSF Instructor I'd say this is a good description for 2-wheel inline vehicles.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-23, 04:43 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,223
Posted By PeteHski

Agreed, it’s a very poor analogy. Your post...

Agreed, it’s a very poor analogy. Your post nailed it.

In UK motor racing we use the term “opposite lock” for car corrective steering input when the rear starts to slide out. It has nothing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-23, 02:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 440
Posted By Barry2

Here's an observation. In my house right now,...

Here's an observation.
In my house right now, two flat bar hybrids have the Gear shift mounted inboard of the Brake.
Yours is the other way around.

Barry
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