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Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 11:14 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 8,795
Posted By rv_biker

I've always found this to be the problem with...

I've always found this to be the problem with most of the shorts out there. It always seemed dumb to me that we build saddles with cutouts to relive pressure on the perinium, then we put thick pads...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 11:13 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 85
Posted By SpedFast

I'll get that picture and post it later.

I'll get that picture and post it later.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 510
Views: 38,194
Posted By northbend

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53682082830_1e...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/53682082830_1e92841561_h.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 375
Posted By SurferRosa

No, your shared link is waaaaay too long. Do not...

No, your shared link is waaaaay too long. Do not include any following characters, beginning with the "?"

It should look like this:

https://www.ebay.ca/itm/404228716615
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 10:35 AM
Replies: 510
Views: 38,194
Posted By bibliobob

https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 392
Posted By Bikac90

The saddle is removed, will change the saddle,...

The saddle is removed, will change the saddle, new tyres will try 28mm, grease all new bearings. Color is good rust was on some places but it's removed, need new tape on headset. Needs new cassette...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 10:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 113
Posted By hhk25

Pretty much what the comment below you said. I’ve...

Pretty much what the comment below you said. I’ve experienced front wheel failure at speed and I wouldn’t want to wish it on anyone.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 10:27 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 113
Posted By Kontact

Completely disagree. I have seen this before...

Completely disagree.

I have seen this before - the rim takes vertical hit, the rim bulges out into the brake track, then the brake pads wear down the high spot. Eventually the super thin aluminum...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 85
Posted By FBinNY

The photo shows a relayltively short hanger...

The photo shows a relayltively short hanger typical of road bikes, so I doubt that's a factor.

Shimano is conservative in their specs because mechanic skill becomes more important at the fringes. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 10:20 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 64
Posted By RustyJames

Wrong taper on the BB for the crank arms?

Wrong taper on the BB for the crank arms?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,284
Posted By darkmoon

The best looking seat post, Campy super record...

The best looking seat post, Campy super record 2-bolt
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 10:11 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 64
Posted By SurferRosa

None of us would use a cracked arm, except maybe...

None of us would use a cracked arm, except maybe to hang on a garage wall.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 3,881
Views: 1,136,810
Posted By cyclic_eric

It's fun seeing options online. This one from GS...

It's fun seeing options online. This one from GS Cicleria flickr site (https://www.flickr.com/photos/gscicleria/7223807134/)...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-05-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 202
Posted By Aubergine

Yes, I use a large handlebar bag so I need an...

Yes, I use a large handlebar bag so I need an accessory mount to get a front light high enough to do the job. It also holds a computer.

As for the colors . . . I am no big fan of dull bikes! Even...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 311
Posted By grumpus

Sounds like you're not cleaning the chain...

Sounds like you're not cleaning the chain internals, so as soon as you oil it and ride it some of the residue is floating out on the clean oil. My chain cleaning routine: remove, soak and shake in a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 64
Posted By jdawginsc

You can remove all of the bottom bracket to...

You can remove all of the bottom bracket to degrease and repack. You can check for cracks, but a picture of the crank arm might help.

Its an older Bb axle, where the attachment is male, rather...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 2,119
Views: 43,875
Posted By datlas

I love riding with a small cohesive group of...

I love riding with a small cohesive group of friends. We trust each other, know each other’s quirks, and share the work and the joy. On the other hand, riding with a group of disparate riders with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,542
Posted By JohnDThompson

Yes, or removing track sprockets from hubs. Two...

Yes, or removing track sprockets from hubs. Two different radii, to accommodate different sprocket tooth counts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,542
Posted By JohnDThompson

Yes, and the fact that it is marked "Cholain #2"...

Yes, and the fact that it is marked "Cholain #2" implies that there should be a "Cholain #1" as well, but I've never seen one. I've seen plenty of the #2s (I even have one on my tool board), but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 1,883
Views: 718,988
Posted By Maxey

Here's the serial # of what I am now fairly...

Here's the serial # of what I am now fairly certain is a 1990 Bianchi Project 7 I picked up recently. When I bought it I thought I was buying a Grizzly. Thread is here if you're interested (I was so...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 113
Posted By smd4

Rim looks like it took a pretty good pothole or...

Rim looks like it took a pretty good pothole or curb blow at that location. Seems flat. I vote for filing too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 08:37 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 22,795
Posted By Clang

Diamonback Ascent EX - $60 (Minneapolis, MN) ...

Diamonback Ascent EX - $60 (Minneapolis, MN)
Facebook item: 732140478996486
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 525
Posted By Qwertyportne

The saddle that came with my Scott Addict was too...

The saddle that came with my Scott Addict was too narrow for my sit bones, and I'm no longer a young guy so I went to a shop and had my sit bones measured, then went with a prostate-friendly saddle....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-24, 08:25 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 525
Posted By GeezyRider

I haven't seen any posts from him lately. I...

I haven't seen any posts from him lately. I really do hope he is okay.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 08:08 AM
Replies: 2,119
Views: 43,875
Posted By big john

Of the thousands of club rides I've done, it's...

Of the thousands of club rides I've done, it's rare for one to be this disorganized. It started weird and got weirder. When the faster hammerheads decided to cancel their ride and come with us that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 08:00 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 674
Posted By maaakaaa

I enjoyed looking through your mystery bike post...

I enjoyed looking through your mystery bike post on the Akibo. It’s kind of interesting when the internet just has no information on something, especially pre-internet products. I have a Gitane...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:46 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 534
Posted By grumpus

135 mm is MTB spacing - if it's now a road bike...

135 mm is MTB spacing - if it's now a road bike just bend it slightly so it's 130 mm wide, it's steel so it's fine to do that.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 113
Posted By FBinNY

That it's at the hop is pure coincidence. And...

That it's at the hop is pure coincidence. And there's no safety issue. IMO you have two choices.

1. Use a file or sand paper to smooth it flush with the surface.

2. Ignore it and let normal...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 113
Posted By bblair

It looks to me as though the wall of the rim has...

It looks to me as though the wall of the rim has worn so thin that a small piece has begun to break off.

Don't think he should ride this.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-24, 07:28 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 525
Posted By Chuck M

If you leave the seat post installed, I'd imagine...

If you leave the seat post installed, I'd imagine it would promote improving sprinting skills.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-24, 07:27 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 525
Posted By Koyote

I scanned the video. I wouldn't let that...

I scanned the video.

I wouldn't let that guy near me and my bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 07:23 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 674
Posted By IdahoBrett

I don’t know much of anything about identifying a...

I don’t know much of anything about identifying a frame. But my eyes tell me that this is a very unique and great looking bike. Awesome “bones”.

I’d enjoy a thread on its rehab!

The color and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 07:22 AM
Replies: 3,881
Views: 1,136,810
Posted By Panurgist

Like this? ...

Like this?
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/497x388/gr_upright_bars3_97092f45d0afc635fb6b5d89cc3d9fef1cb3edd3.jpg
VO porteur bars and City Bike brake levers. I really like the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 311
Posted By Kai Winters

You can clean the drivetrain until it glistens...

You can clean the drivetrain until it glistens but after adding a lubricant, and cleaning off the residue, you will still have a coated system after one ride and will have black fingers if you run...
Forum: Framebuilders
05-05-24, 07:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 261
Posted By Jordanjw

So im going to use the normal cargo extension...

So im going to use the normal cargo extension that clamps onto heaset tube at low level and extends to front wheels but i will use either m12 or m10 as from experience the m8 isnt strong enough and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 06:57 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,284
Posted By Rocket-Sauce

Sugino 75 road group. Even though it is largely...

Sugino 75 road group. Even though it is largely rebadged Suntour, it just looks more... hardcore.

...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 06:55 AM
Replies: 2,119
Views: 43,875
Posted By BillyD

OMG Great example of why I never was much for...

OMG Great example of why I never was much for riding in groups. It has all the elements I hate: unexpected climbs, indecisions, bad decisions, not MY decisions, etc.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 311
Posted By Biker Pete

I switched to immersive hot wax. No black mess on...

I switched to immersive hot wax. No black mess on the drivetrain any more. I’m 100% sold. Before wax, I was pretty anal about drivetrain maintenance and cleanliness and still, as the OP has noted,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 6,304
Views: 580,579
Posted By Troul

Phurr reelz...

Phurr reelz...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 06:25 AM
Replies: 2,119
Views: 43,875
Posted By datlas

It’s a cold and rainy morning. I am being lazy...

It’s a cold and rainy morning. I am being lazy and watching the Giro.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-24, 06:18 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 525
Posted By Yan

Check out the SQ-Lab 611.

Check out the SQ-Lab 611.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 06:02 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 606
Posted By sweeks

This makes sense! I tend to keep my tire pressure...

This makes sense! I tend to keep my tire pressure up, so there's less sliding around inside the tire.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 05:57 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 606
Posted By grumpus

I suspect under-inflation may be a significant...

I suspect under-inflation may be a significant factor when tube damage occurs.
Forum: Framebuilders
05-05-24, 05:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 261
Posted By dsaul

Your design needs a brace tube between the bottom...

Your design needs a brace tube between the bottom bracket and the bed, preferably with some triangulation to prevent the rear from wagging like a dogs tail when you ride it.

I TIG weld all of my...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 05:40 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 6,223
Posted By shelbyfv

Different strokes, right? To me, the 7mesh and...

Different strokes, right? To me, the 7mesh and Rapha jerseys are about as tasteful as it gets. Unfortunately for me they aren't sized for fat guys. I understand it, nobody wants Lampre Man as a...
Forum: Framebuilders
05-05-24, 05:38 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 54
Posted By dsaul

There are several options to attach cable guides...

There are several options to attach cable guides to a frame with cable stops. If you want to use the existing stops, you can use this type that bolts into the original stop....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 05:20 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 456
Posted By Hajo

I got a reply from Eddy Martens. He assumes it...

I got a reply from Eddy Martens. He assumes it was made in the first half of the '90s as a basic frame for recreational use. So although it looks high end, it was actually an entry level frame. It...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 05:07 AM
Replies: 437
Views: 22,795
Posted By brewerkz

Ciocc $120, maryland

www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1397929424330336/

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-24, 04:40 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,284
Posted By darkmoon

Dura Ace 7700 group is the best and 25th...

Dura Ace 7700 group is the best and 25th anniversary set is the BESTEST.

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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
05-05-24, 04:31 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 164
Posted By pastorbobnlnh

I'll purchase it. PM heading your way. :)

I'll purchase it. PM heading your way. :)
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