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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-22-22, 10:14 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 6,169
Posted By JW Fas

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

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1438x894/b45m_map_1c1cd08c542556772fbbcf6e24482a7103c5c37a.png

The blue circle represents where the first incident occurred. This wasn't...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-07-22, 03:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,671
Posted By DeadSlow

Also take into account that some pressures...

Also take into account that some pressures mentioned look exceedingly high because they are different tyres. On another forum I see a lot of guys tell people 90psi is the pressure to be at without...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-22, 05:34 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,282
Posted By Milton Keynes

My credit is so bad they won't even accept my...

My credit is so bad they won't even accept my cash.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-22, 09:17 PM
Replies: 166
Views: 16,083
Posted By 79pmooney

I bought a Bell Biker spring 1977 when I knew I'd...

I bought a Bell Biker spring 1977 when I knew I'd be racing Cat 3/4 and I also knew I wasn't fast enough to ride the front most of the time. That fall I was riding to a group ride with a friend of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-22, 05:15 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,452
Posted By flangehead

Pop rivets

Since I have a supply of these in aluminum, I’ve used them. The solid actuating pin slides off. IIRC 3/32 but measure, my memory is fading fast.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-22, 09:40 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,203
Posted By SalsaShark

In my experience, if the caliper arms are stiff...

In my experience, if the caliper arms are stiff enough to not flex in use, the seat stays will flex instead. This flex is usually a byproduct of the braking system having more than adequate power...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-17-22, 07:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,304
Posted By dedhed

Silicone greases are recommended for rubber and...

Silicone greases are recommended for rubber and plastics.
I personally use Napa sil glyde, Honda Shin-Etsu, or Dow molykote 55 on o rings and rubber seals
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-14-22, 10:18 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 7,200
Posted By sjanzeir

This species isn't native to these parts.

This species isn't native to these parts.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-10-22, 08:46 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,280
Posted By Juan Foote

As reflector guy (and possibly others) pointed...

As reflector guy (and possibly others) pointed out, if you use eBay and other methods where you sell via a wire service (Paypal and such) you will be 1099 for all transactions. It makes no note of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-22, 08:40 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 6,236
Posted By Mad Honk

Well I think I used to be pretty good. I managed...

Well I think I used to be pretty good. I managed a shop that moved a lot of $200 bikes through the doors in 1982 at least enough for $1M in sales. But that was 40 years ago, and I'm not sure I can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-22, 03:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 9,388
Posted By rccardr

Tange. Well made, good variety of sizes, often...

Tange. Well made, good variety of sizes, often under $20.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-21-21, 08:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,705
Posted By bikemike73

Thanks grizzly59 and all I remember my friend...

Thanks grizzly59 and all
I remember my friend who owned a bike shop,who is a campy expert showed me a set ot these in aluminum finish. He said they are VERY valuable.
I think I will keep the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-21, 09:59 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 802
Posted By mitchmellow62

Is there a cable guide on the underside of the BB...

Is there a cable guide on the underside of the BB shell held by a screw? I've had situations where the screw is long enough to interfere with the BB "housing" and cause binding. Hopefully I have my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-20-21, 01:10 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 6,201
Posted By trackhub

In decades of Bicycling, and yes, driving too, I...

In decades of Bicycling, and yes, driving too, I have learned that very stupid people, and hyper-aggressive types, can drive anything, from old battered pickups to expensive European SUVs.
Makes,...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-20-21, 10:36 AM
Replies: 86
Views: 6,618
Posted By rydabent

The one that really annoyed me was the old guy in...

The one that really annoyed me was the old guy in the walker behind me that yelled "on your left" :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-21, 01:09 PM
Replies: 145
Views: 8,356
Posted By Kapusta

The reason some cycling clubs don’t want you to...

The reason some cycling clubs don’t want you to show up with flat bars or flat pedals is not because they’re afraid you’re going to be slow.

They are afraid you’re going to keep up.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-21, 09:06 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,536
Posted By woodcraft

We're pretty sure that's not the issue or the OP...

We're pretty sure that's not the issue or the OP would have complained that the bike didn't go because no chainrings.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-24-21, 07:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,814
Posted By jaxgtr

Jeez, people need to pull a stick out of the...

Jeez, people need to pull a stick out of the butt and stop the gotcha politics.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-21, 10:22 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,904
Posted By AJW2W11E

lol I love lawyers and law firms. Especially the...

lol I love lawyers and law firms. Especially the big box firms that have hundreds of them, all trying to climb the ladder. I can just imagine them trying to turn a bad brake pad into a 300k lawsuit ....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-21, 05:13 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,904
Posted By TiHabanero

At the car lot we sell used cars "As Is", however...

At the car lot we sell used cars "As Is", however that in no way protects us from personal injury liability. Our wrenches go through every car top to bottom and repair what needs to be repaired....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-21-21, 11:55 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 4,904
Posted By macstuff

If you don't have a business set-up, with...

If you don't have a business set-up, with liability insurance, and probably a bond required for mechanical work, you shouldn't do it.
ANY American can be sued for faulty workmanship and the results...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-12-21, 07:49 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,741
Posted By canopus

You can get a 1/4" beam type at Oreilly for 26 ...

You can get a 1/4" beam type at Oreilly for 26
https://www.oreillyauto.com/detail/c/performance-tool/performance-tool-1-4-inch-drive-torque-wrench/pfm0/m195?q=torque+wrench&pos=9

or Cheaper on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-07-21, 04:45 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,017
Posted By Miele Man

I'd check for alloy 27" wheels at a local bicycle...

I'd check for alloy 27" wheels at a local bicycle co-op if you're fortunate enough to have one near you. Alloy rims give far better braking when wet even if the wetness is from riding through a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-06-21, 07:46 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 637
Posted By Digger Goreman

When I finally did get a positive search, this...

When I finally did get a positive search, this was exactly what I came up with! When I go to replace, I think this will be the winner... thanks,Grizzly59 :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-21, 01:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,100
Posted By bikingshearer

I'm with SurferRosa. Unless you want to replace...

I'm with SurferRosa. Unless you want to replace the entire BB for some reason, leave the fixed cup alone. It isn't hard to clean and regrease the bearing race with the fixed cup in place, and you...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
10-06-21, 10:34 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 9,490
Posted By RH Clark

Just keep trying to get good nutrition ,adequate...

Just keep trying to get good nutrition ,adequate rest and exercise and your body will adapt to whatever is optimal for what you want to do with it. Pump iron all day and it will develop large muscles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-21, 12:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,100
Posted By SurferRosa

I would guess only the headset is French. Leave...

I would guess only the headset is French. Leave the BB fixed up in place, and you won't have to worry about the bb threading. Pedals are standard. Just start tearing it down and see what works and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-04-21, 08:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,416
Posted By Deetox

Acetone will work or you can buy this stuff: ...

Acetone will work or you can buy this stuff:
https://www.amazon.com/Bestine-Solvent-Thinner-Rubber-Cement/dp/B004O7HM38/

Also a good idea to store the can upside down to prevent air from getting...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-01-21, 02:31 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 6,314
Posted By ThermionicScott

People seem to have forgotten how many problems...

People seem to have forgotten how many problems this solves. :D
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-27-21, 08:19 PM
Replies: 200
Views: 19,110
Posted By RGMN

I doubt his friends think it's funny. They're...

I doubt his friends think it's funny. They're probably pissed the cyclist damaged his truck.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-21, 08:09 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,018
Posted By Crankycrank

Stop trying to modify your freehub body. A recipe...

Stop trying to modify your freehub body. A recipe for disaster. Buy one that suits your needs.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-25-21, 08:05 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,027
Posted By brian3069

Lucas x-tra heavy duty grease looks, smells and...

Lucas x-tra heavy duty grease looks, smells and tastes like Park polylube for a fraction of the price.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-21, 10:50 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,032
Posted By Iride01

Sure, but not likely to be a manufacturing fault,...

Sure, but not likely to be a manufacturing fault, IMO.[/color]

Yes, but if your tire size is within the suggested range for the tube, then I wouldn't think so. Unless maybe it got twisted somehow...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-21, 06:55 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 6,435
Posted By GlennR

When i was a kid I pulled broken bikes out of the...

When i was a kid I pulled broken bikes out of the trash and mix-n-matched parts.. I rode the rap out of them.

I guess it was better than walking and I didn't care what others thought.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-07-21, 10:44 PM
Replies: 201
Views: 13,888
Posted By canklecat

The rider making a U-turn without looking or...

The rider making a U-turn without looking or signally was primarily at fault. But I always assume everyone on the MUP is smoking weed, drunk on high ABV essential oil IPAs, and choking down MDMA...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-21, 04:33 PM
Replies: 207
Views: 11,287
Posted By caloso

Just to even things out, I wear a cycling jersey...

Just to even things out, I wear a cycling jersey and bibs when I play rugby.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-21, 12:02 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,824
Posted By Toadmeister

This thread is worthless without pics…

This thread is worthless without pics…
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-21, 01:42 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 5,494
Posted By 70sSanO

I’m a few years when everything is tubeless,...

I’m a few years when everything is tubeless, every mfg will have storage space for tubes, levers, a patch kit, and CO2.

John
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-21, 12:43 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,832
Posted By CliffordK

A few years ago I blew off about 2" or 3" of...

A few years ago I blew off about 2" or 3" of bead. We're not talking about a couple of little thorns. But, nothing holding the side of the tire on.

I didn't have any Gorilla tape, but I had my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-29-21, 03:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,367
Posted By HillRider

One other thing to watch for. The lower pulley...

One other thing to watch for. The lower pulley may be "directional", i.e. it's designed to rotate one way and there will be an arrow molded into it showing which way. I recently disassembled my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-23-21, 05:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,882
Posted By gobicycling

Teeny, Teeny, Tiny Tris

In my low 80's, one of my challenging activities is teeny, teeny, tiny tris. This is a 45 minute swim, about a 1.5 mile walk (can't run much any more), and a 10 mile ride, all in the same morning....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-21, 02:04 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,049
Posted By Badger6

If I understand your question francesgumm, you...

If I understand your question francesgumm, you are trying to lower the bar relative to the seat, correct? Have you considered a "higher" angle stem, and then flipping it over? For instance, if the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-14-21, 02:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,196
Posted By CliffordK

Is this an new cassette, or the same one you...

Is this an new cassette, or the same one you previously had on the bike?

Any chance you added an extra spacer? A new cassette may come with an extra spacer for behind the cassette for an 11-speed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-06-21, 06:00 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 872
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

SS has shown to be a poor bearing material, or at...

SS has shown to be a poor bearing material, or at least the cost to make a good SS bearing seems to be greater then what manufacturers think their bike customers want to spend. Just look at the...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
08-06-21, 03:56 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,317
Posted By mdarnton

It doesn’t unless you measure yourself for pants...

It doesn’t unless you measure yourself for pants by jamming a book as far up in your crotch as you can get it and using it as a square against the wall to measure the distance from the floor to the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-25-21, 10:00 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,654
Posted By trailangel

Looking at it... my guess is that cable is on the...

Looking at it... my guess is that cable is on the wrong side of the pinch bolt.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-21-21, 12:18 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 859
Posted By caloso

I've done this. Depending on the height of the...

I've done this. Depending on the height of the rails, you might want to take the pedals off so they don't scrape the roof.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-18-21, 05:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,575
Posted By JohnDThompson

I like linseed oil. It lubricates while you're...

I like linseed oil. It lubricates while you're building the wheel, then hardens over the course of a couple days into a varnish that locks the threads, but not so much that the wheel can't be trued...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-11-21, 07:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 694
Posted By j13ag

Fixed.

A followup to the post...
The solution to this problem was really just a good cleaning. The steps were:
- thoroughly clean rotors and pads with acetone
- sand down the surface of the existing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-21, 06:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,142
Posted By Bill Kapaun

Peace of mind beats increasing paranoia the...

Peace of mind beats increasing paranoia the further you get from home.
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