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Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 05:40 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,013
Posted By Jrasero

I am claiming this because I have seen and ridden...

I am claiming this because I have seen and ridden both. Once you are able to do that I will take what you are saying with more value but until then you just come off as an old head
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 05:15 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,006
Posted By PhilFo

Holy cow. Do that.

Holy cow. Do that.
Forum: Northern California
05-21-24, 04:21 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,558
Posted By tFUnK

A couple of points: - on MUPs cyclists yield...

A couple of points:
- on MUPs cyclists yield to pedestrians.
- MUPs are considered recreational trails and that allows for folks to stop momentarily vs. always needing to be in a state of motion....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 03:32 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,013
Posted By NumbersGuy

That’s an awesome looking bike. I’m definitely...

That’s an awesome looking bike. I’m definitely with you on liking the very subtle branding. I think it was a great choice by Specialized to keep the branding to a minimum on the Aethos, and this...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 03:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 97
Posted By indyfabz

I think he meant ParK Tools. I recommend a...

I think he meant ParK Tools.

I recommend a new saddle to match the bar tape.
Forum: Commuting
05-21-24, 03:02 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,002
Posted By irwin7638

I started using Flat Attack sealant in my tubes...

I started using Flat Attack sealant in my tubes about 6 years ago. It practically eliminated flats on the road. What would normally be a flat is reduced to a loss of some pressure; just air the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 02:27 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 97
Posted By bboy314

Hanger on the Suntour VX is certainly bent, but...

Hanger on the Suntour VX is certainly bent, but can be replaced. The cyclone is the better derailleur assuming it’s in good shape. May need a hanger as well depending on your dropouts. It’s Park...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 02:24 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 111
Posted By Trakhak

Having read not just the title but the entire...

Having read not just the title but the entire first line of the first post, I'll answer the actual question that was asked:

I began noticing it about two or three years ago - certainly not much...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 12:54 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,006
Posted By Strawbunyan

I was just peeping that. :D

I was just peeping that. :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 12:23 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,006
Posted By genejockey

Spoke too soon....

Spoke too soon....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 11:37 PM
Replies: 21,837
Views: 3,161,483
Posted By jim dandy

Birthday Ride …

Yesterday was my 80th. birthday. So, put in 80 kilometers today at White Rock Lake, using the Kestrel. Not bad for an old man …
JD, Dallas...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-20-24, 11:20 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,439
Posted By rsbob

Cross post,, but thought it was worth sharing...

Cross post,, but thought it was worth sharing with the wise:

55 miles (88K <-which sounds more impressive) with 2,300’ (701 meters <-doesn’t sound that impressive) and 3 PRs on an ideal day...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 11:06 PM
Replies: 7,946
Views: 968,678
Posted By gaucho777

A few weeks ago, I picked up a very early Zinn...

A few weeks ago, I picked up a very early Zinn frame from curbtender. It bears a lot of similarities to the first frame Leonard Zinn ever built...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-24, 10:55 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,013
Posted By Caliwild

Here are a couple shots... I really, really like...

Here are a couple shots... I really, really like the paint on the bike. Looks like plain white from a distance, but up close it's really shimmery and has an iridescent shine. And the branding is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 6,411
Views: 596,322
Posted By rsbob

55 miles (88K <-which sounds more impressive)...

55 miles (88K <-which sounds more impressive) with 2,300’ (701 meters <-doesn’t sound that impressive) and 3 PRs on an ideal day temperature wise - low 60s. OK, haters - there is some fresh meat for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-24, 10:38 PM
Replies: 6,411
Views: 596,322
Posted By Sierra_rider

Rest day yesterday and for today, a fake 10 and...

Rest day yesterday and for today, a fake 10 and 2300' in fake Yosemite. Giving myself an easy week, as the last couple were fairly high effort.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 09:33 PM
Replies: 8,825
Views: 1,143,940
Posted By P!N20

Brand new Concor Supercorsa with speed holes for...

Brand new Concor Supercorsa with speed holes for an excellent price:

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Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-24, 09:09 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,013
Posted By tomato coupe

A kid tried to sell me a watch on the streets of...

A kid tried to sell me a watch on the streets of Istanbul. I don't remember the brand, but he said it was made in the same factory as Rolex. At the time I didn't believe him, but now I see the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-24, 09:00 PM
Replies: 6,411
Views: 596,322
Posted By jaxgtr

Got in 38 and 1K of climbing today inside.

Got in 38 and 1K of climbing today inside.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 08:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 271
Posted By SurferRosa

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 08:44 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,083
Posted By ascherer

This is a great thread. I see it as a spectrum,...

This is a great thread. I see it as a spectrum, ranging from pretty much period/catalog correct to doing whatever the hell you want. BITD we bought our bikes and swapped components for newer/better...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-24, 08:33 PM
Replies: 2,994
Views: 67,858
Posted By TMonk

Took a PTO day to feel the wind in my hair out on...

Took a PTO day to feel the wind in my hair out on the road, and get some chores done around the house before I pick up Liz and Lilly at the airport tomorrow. They were gone for two weeks.... too...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 08:14 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,352
Posted By steine13

This is a wonderful bicycle. What other quality...

This is a wonderful bicycle. What other quality bike from the early 80s can you put 700x32 tires and fenders on?
I just had my first ride with the Detroit Randonneurs on Saturday. I only did the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 425
Posted By Kontact

Wait until you guys come across a 25.8 stem!

Wait until you guys come across a 25.8 stem!
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-20-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 147
Posted By gaucho777

Can confirm: 32t with room to spare on my...

Can confirm: 32t with room to spare on my Motobecane Grand Jubile. (FYI, I added the black paint fill.)
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 2,994
Views: 67,858
Posted By Velo Vol

I did a walk in the twilight/early night to...

I did a walk in the twilight/early night to extend the streak to 20 days. #Dedication
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 311
Posted By Andrew_G

I've previously used both steel bearing and...

I've previously used both steel bearing and ceramic bearing Tacx 9/10 speed pulleys on my Campy 9 drivetrain. To me, the BBB pulleys look identical to the Tacx pulleys, except for color(s).


I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 42,236
Posted By ascherer

This has been here before but not in this...

This has been here before but not in this version. Not the right wheels but I won't have them built before May is over so this mongrel set will have to do.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,006
Posted By Strawbunyan

Thank you. I will do that. I am in nor hurry so...

Thank you. I will do that.
I am in nor hurry so I will just hang around on the CV sales and buy stuff as it pops up...id rather spend the money with yall anyway.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,006
Posted By Ironfish653

Depends on the frame. When I was building my...

Depends on the frame. When I was building my Cannondale 3.0, many of the prospective donors I considered were, ironically, newer Cannondales (CAAD-8/9 and a Synapse) so it wouldn’t have made much...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 311
Posted By ScottCommutes

I should have led with a better example. When...

I should have led with a better example. When you overhaul an engine, you keep the parts associated with each cylinder together, often in little plastic bags.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 07:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 358
Posted By tomato coupe

It certainly looks like it leans against other...

It certainly looks like it leans against other objects well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 493
Views: 156,341
Posted By rjhammett

Here is a picture of the Holdsworth Special I...

Here is a picture of the Holdsworth Special I posted earlier after I did a complete rebuild. I went with Suntour Cyclone components which I had in my parts bin(s). I replaced basically everything...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-20-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 3,609
Views: 1,006,155
Posted By tiger1964

Just finished rehabbing for a childhood friend...

Just finished rehabbing for a childhood friend who bought this in 1974 (a lot of my stuff is older still!):
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 06:56 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 42,236
Posted By Smokinapankake

1990 Raleigh USA Technium Peak, their top of the...

1990 Raleigh USA Technium Peak, their top of the line MTB that year. I sold this a few years ago then a couple months later saw the frame hanging from the ceiling of the bike collective. Apparently...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 06:25 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 18,606
Posted By bikingshearer

They're willing to put up with my pace. You'd be...

They're willing to put up with my pace. You'd be fine.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-24, 05:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 166
Posted By bboy314

If you’re using cloth rim tape, replace it with...

If you’re using cloth rim tape, replace it with tubeless tape, which is thinner. Also helps to leave the tires in the sun or by a warm furnace for awhile first.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-24, 05:58 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,013
Posted By shelbyfv

My apologies

I regret that we've hijacked OP's thread about his nice new bike into yet another yap yap about generic Chinese carbon. Especially since OP specifically requested we not. I've gone back and deleted...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 05:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 469
Posted By orbeamike

I rescued this Rockhopper from the dump and gave...

I rescued this Rockhopper from the dump and gave it a complete makeover. I like the end result so much I sold the dedicated Nishiki Touring bike in favor or keeping the Rockhopper.
In your case I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-20-24, 05:47 PM
Replies: 5,392
Views: 868,253
Posted By Ogsarg

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 646
Posted By rm -rf

I really like my 52-39-30 and 11-34 in 11-speed. ...

I really like my 52-39-30 and 11-34 in 11-speed.
That 30 front - 34 rear low is so nice on steep climbs. I can stay seated at 12% pretty easily, where I have to stand on my other bike's 34 front-32...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 7,946
Views: 968,678
Posted By bikamper

New plugs in the DeSoto, cleaned and regapped the...

New plugs in the DeSoto, cleaned and regapped the points. Runs pretty good now for a 76 year old car.
Pulled the battery out of the ATV to test it. Got lucky and found it was low on acid, so I don't...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 05:23 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 42,236
Posted By cb400bill

I need to ad Mrs. 400’s Raleigh Granada, too. ...

I need to ad Mrs. 400’s Raleigh Granada, too.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 315
Views: 42,236
Posted By cb400bill

I just realized that I never added my now sold...

I just realized that I never added my now sold Pinarello Stelvio to this thread. Sweet riding bike....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 05:07 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,006
Posted By genejockey

That's too much. I mean, don't kid yourself that...

That's too much. I mean, don't kid yourself that you're gonna get away with spending less than $500 for the whole groupset, but $414 for a beat up set of STIs and derailleurs? Feh. Check Ebay's...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-20-24, 05:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 218
Posted By rm -rf

After riding in a rainstorm, a local rider's...

After riding in a rainstorm, a local rider's Garmin now reads approx 15% to 20% lower than other Garmins on the same ride. It hasn't improved weeks later. No more wet riding, and he did some days of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 05:03 PM
Replies: 725
Views: 39,189
Posted By Clang

Miyata 6500 - $100 (Osceola, WI) Facebook item:...

Miyata 6500 - $100 (Osceola, WI)
Facebook item: 896957135521464
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-20-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 218
Posted By RChung

Good clue. Here's the Garmin support page that...

Good clue. Here's the Garmin support page that identifies where the port is on a 540 -- I'm not sure where it is on the 530, but you could look. I think they say not to blow compressed air into it,...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-20-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 3,124
Views: 548,196
Posted By donm1967

Torrey Pines State Beach, San Diego

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 04:45 PM
Replies: 212
Views: 18,606
Posted By merziac

Great work as usual guys, very jelly despite...

Great work as usual guys, very jelly despite probably not being able to keep up if I was there. :D
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