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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 12:55 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,477
Posted By genejockey

I had read about using isopropanol as a lubricant...

I had read about using isopropanol as a lubricant to install hoods, so I tried that. I wiped it all over the bracket. Of course, I had to manhandle the hoods on, especially getting the widest part...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-04-24, 12:41 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,477
Posted By bike-vintage.eu

What a touching moment.. You are the first person...

What a touching moment.. You are the first person who bought sante hoods from me and they are fit without tearing.. I am so happy. Making a vintage hoods is something more than a business. I really...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-24, 11:26 PM
Replies: 3,266
Views: 643,104
Posted By Sierra_rider

From today's ride, I did a little bit of climbing...

From today's ride, I did a little bit of climbing on this one:
https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20240503_115258987_652a405999bf9a18e83ea73886bbc2359471597d.jpg...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 10:59 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 207
Posted By Bill Kapaun

I'm Mavic ignorant, but I think I see your pain.

I'm Mavic ignorant, but I think I see your pain.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 10:42 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 207
Posted By Russ Roth

Doesn't DT make endcaps to space your hubs,...

Doesn't DT make endcaps to space your hubs, something like this? https://www.worldwidecyclery.com/products/dt-swiss-135mm-qr-end-cap-kit-for-straight-pull-11-speed-road-disc-hubs?variant=23053951045...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 10:30 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 223
Posted By Chombi1

You can tell if the internal barrels are worn out...

You can tell if the internal barrels are worn out if you see grooves on them. Many don't believe that the mounting screws do not provide the friction on these shifters, You are getting good evidence...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 10:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 510
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Spend 2-3k on a good bike Spend the rest on...

Spend 2-3k on a good bike
Spend the rest on hookers and blow
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 10:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 207
Posted By downtube42

White Industries MI5 135mm Shimano HG rim brake....

White Industries MI5 135mm Shimano HG rim brake. Pick your spoke count.

$400 hub.

https://www.whiteind.com/product/mi5-rear/
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 10:14 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 207
Posted By Duragrouch

Forgot about the axle. A longer axle is cheap. ...

Forgot about the axle. A longer axle is cheap.



What he said. But before redishing wheel, determine (in terms of chainline) if best to put 5mm on NDS (and with less dish, yes, is stronger), or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 10:11 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 207
Posted By Bill Kapaun

IF that's just a standard cone/locknut type- ...

IF that's just a standard cone/locknut type-
Get a 5mm longer axle and a 5mm spacer. (old parts bin) If it's 4 or 6mm, no big deal.
Install axle with spacer on NDS.
You'll probably have to give...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 09:55 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 207
Posted By tomhaegler

there is a rim version (still used on the P1800...

there is a rim version (still used on the P1800 wheelset) - its available as disc and rim version.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 09:45 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 21,568
Posted By Desert Ryder

Mountain Bike ** $100. Rocky Mountain ...

Mountain Bike ** $100. Rocky Mountain

www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1804830456665021/
...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-03-24, 09:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 200
Posted By slow rollin

5/3/24 10 miles 13 miles. Did an extra ride...

5/3/24 10 miles
13 miles. Did an extra ride when the sun came up around 8am. Not sure I am going over there again with the disappearing bike trail and 55+mph traffic next to the bike lane.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 08:43 PM
Replies: 536
Views: 224,450
Posted By ihm96

Advice on upgrades and identification

Hey y’all, I have a Ross bike my dad gave me a few years back that was his. It’s taupe color and the serial # is 0483102604 so I think that means it’s a 1983 built in October and I believe it to be...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 21,779
Views: 3,111,627
Posted By abshipp

Put some SR Road Champion bars on this bike....

Put some SR Road Champion bars on this bike. Hoods position is not great seated but feels good out of the saddle. Drops are low but comfortable.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-24, 08:32 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 2,721
Posted By Bob Ross

Joke's on you OP, I paid thousands of dollars for...

Joke's on you OP, I paid thousands of dollars for each of my road bikes, and yet I still have plenty of wherewithal left over for recreational drugs! Ha ha!

...uh, just don't tell my Mom.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 22,339
Views: 4,670,916
Posted By SoCaled

When riding this bike you must sing-song the...

When riding this bike you must sing-song the Crest "siren" - "Cre-est! Cre-est! Cre-est!"
This was only one of the Crest team's vehicles, They had submarines, fighter planes, and the "Crest Mobile"...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-03-24, 07:50 PM
Replies: 1,985
Views: 440,687
Posted By Gravel Rider

Bombtracking

Trying out the new Vecnum stem. So far so good!
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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-03-24, 07:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 200
Posted By msalvetti

Matt, seems like you just can't get a break these...

Matt, seems like you just can't get a break these last two years. Sorry to hear you have more recovery ahead of you. Good luck.

Mark
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 07:47 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,826
Posted By bulgie

Sorry, no, I'm not going to do that. The flap is...

Sorry, no, I'm not going to do that. The flap is integral to the fender, riveted in place, so I'd need to drill out the rivets to get the flap out. Anyway it's not a great shape, should be longer to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 6,295
Views: 579,097
Posted By rsbob

30 miles with 1,700’. Set a PR on a 3 mile 645’...

30 miles with 1,700’. Set a PR on a 3 mile 645’ climb and was the second fastest for age group. Also got a 4th 🏆 over all on a 1.31 mile segment.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 21,568
Posted By attylah

Bike Recyclery garage sale on 5/11 in Portland, Oregon

Probably be one or two vintage bits in here somewhere......
https://portland.craigslist.org/mlt/bop/d/portland-bike-yard-sale-11-campy/7743496707.html...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 314
Views: 16,144
Posted By Classtime

Baby Steps. I have an old film can with misc....

Baby Steps.
I have an old film can with misc. ball bearings —some a little rusty—kept in case…
I just emptied the can into the trash and it felt good. 😊
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-24, 07:24 PM
Replies: 2,041
Views: 42,023
Posted By DougRNS

I like. I'm trying to up my jazz-fusion game.

I like. I'm trying to up my jazz-fusion game.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,063
Posted By Germany_chris

I'm more bike nerd/wrench

I'm more bike nerd/wrench
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-24, 07:01 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,077
Posted By Koyote

I happily used Ziploc sandwich bags for many...

I happily used Ziploc sandwich bags for many years, but then a couple years ago I bought a ride wallet (from another brand) to carry my phone, cash, and other small incidentals. Not a life changer,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 06:46 PM
Replies: 6,295
Views: 579,097
Posted By jaxgtr

Did a short 20 miles and 1600 ft of climbing of...

Did a short 20 miles and 1600 ft of climbing of fakery in the Hollywood Hills on Rouvy.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 6,295
Views: 579,097
Posted By jaxgtr

Fantastic scenery... and I love the color of your...

Fantastic scenery... and I love the color of your bike.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-03-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 299
Posted By merziac

Great deal on these, older open nose, C+V real...

Great deal on these, older open nose, C+V real deal. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 6,295
Views: 579,097
Posted By Troul

That's how it's been in michigan. Bipolar...

That's how it's been in michigan. Bipolar weather seasons.

I bet the loss in lbs is very rewarding for those endurance zones.
hope the weather prediction is off & you don't need the artic gear.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 06:36 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 625
Posted By tomato coupe

Sure you did.

Sure you did.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 6,295
Views: 579,097
Posted By Sierra_rider

The weather forecast for Markleeville(where this...

The weather forecast for Markleeville(where this particular ride starts) is calling for temps of 54/25 tomorrow and 48/26 on Sunday...big change from the high 60s like it was today. At my house, it's...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-03-24, 06:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 299
Posted By Sactown_Albert

The Brown One

PM incoming
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 22,339
Views: 4,670,916
Posted By cb400bill

In the late 80’s Crest sponsored a domestic...

In the late 80’s Crest sponsored a domestic American team.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 964
Posted By gugie

Your simple explanation sufficed to get the point...

Your simple explanation sufficed to get the point across. I was just in a pedantic mood. :ride:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 21,568
Posted By '02 nrs

$80. Macomb,Mich

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1268309-road-test-bike-review-1987-schwinn-tempo.html...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 21,779
Views: 3,111,627
Posted By RCMoeur

Yeah, me again. As I was putting away the...

Yeah, me again.

As I was putting away the chrome cruiser this morning, the adjacent Haro mountain bike was going "Hey! How come you never ride me anymore?" Sheesh, how passive-aggressive. I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-03-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 27,146
Views: 3,148,879
Posted By SpedFast

I cleaned and re-greased my BB bearings then...

I cleaned and re-greased my BB bearings then while I had the bike on the stand decided to take the day off and rebuild the rear DR. Ended up replacing the rear shift cable too. Headed into the house...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 06:07 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 21,568
Posted By '02 nrs

$120. taylor,Mich

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 06:07 PM
Replies: 6,295
Views: 579,097
Posted By Sierra_rider

45 miles and 6300' of elevation...my first...

45 miles and 6300' of elevation...my first "California Alps" ride of the season, ahead of the snow that's supposed to happen tomorrow. The 2 major climbs on this route were 7.5 miles/2600' and 9...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-03-24, 06:04 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 654
Posted By Ron Damon

I'd ship kits to avoid having to install stuff...

I'd ship kits to avoid having to install stuff and then potentially being blamed for faulty installation. Wrap, pack, ship.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 2,041
Views: 42,023
Posted By rjones28

The steadiness of my hands deteriorates after a...

The steadiness of my hands deteriorates after a half hour of using the string trimmer.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 05:35 PM
Replies: 311
Views: 29,752
Posted By jet sanchEz

My SuperProdigy ...

My SuperProdigy

https://i.ibb.co/0FW5D5G/IMG-0503.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 05:23 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,569
Posted By VegasJen

Well, I rode that bike again today. Only 20...

Well, I rode that bike again today. Only 20 miles but it's fast. Don't think it's quite as fast as my Shiv, but damn close. 19mph average on a mostly flat route. I still think I need to raise the...
Forum: Introductions
05-03-24, 05:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 73
Posted By dbm308

Great! I put the laps in around there along with...

Great! I put the laps in around there along with the loop at Flair Drive..grew up in Arcadia. Thanks for the lead!

D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 05:15 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 198
Posted By maaakaaa

I was a little worried that the post might get...

I was a little worried that the post might get drowned down the queue. I’ve got a wheel-building class tonight but hopefully tomorrow I’ll have time to dig around on it, clean it up, check for serial...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 05:13 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 625
Posted By shelbyfv

So like a medical idiot savant? Sounds like a...

So like a medical idiot savant? Sounds like a career path. :thumb:
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-03-24, 05:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 654
Posted By Duragrouch

Yeah I've seen the same on Brompton clones from...

Yeah I've seen the same on Brompton clones from Asia. It's only economical if I decide to tour Asia, buy one there for light touring, then bring it back on the plane. Which may be a really good plan...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-03-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 91
Posted By NVFlinch

TST/Sandvik Titanium Frame and Fork 56cm

Circa 2001-2002 this "Cipressa" frame was built by TST, the titanium fabricators for the Hanford Nuclear Facility, so you know the welds are good! Note the distinctive TST 'Bullet' dropouts. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 04:56 PM
Replies: 419
Views: 21,568
Posted By SoCaled

Trek 520 - $170 - San Pedro, CA ...

Trek 520 - $170 - San Pedro, CA
https://losangeles.craigslist.org/lgb/bik/d/san-pedro-trek-520-touring-bycicle/7743369787.html
...
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