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WhyFi 09-30-21 10:04 AM


Originally Posted by datlas (Post 22251322)
Speaking of Tyre Humidors, I have one too and I just checked and I am down to 3 Conti GP4000s, two of which will go on the new wheels for the upgraded Habanero.

So I will be looking at buying some GP5000s in the next several months. A few years ago PBK was the "it" place to get good prices reliably. What's the latest thought?

It might be worth checking out LordGun, too. I don't know about Conti, but I've bought a lot of tires from them in the last couple years - their shipping is expensive, but if you're buying in quantity, they can be tough to beat.

Velo Vol 09-30-21 10:07 AM


Originally Posted by MoAlpha (Post 22251354)
Pretty much still is. Get on the email list if you can stand it.

How much?

Eric F 09-30-21 10:11 AM


Originally Posted by WhyFi (Post 22251370)
It might be worth checking out LordGun, too. I don't know about Conti, but I've bought a lot of tires from them in the last couple years - their shipping is expensive, but if you're buying in quantity, they can be tough to beat.

In my latest tire purchase, Lorgun was the cheapest I could find for Pirelli tubeless, even with shipping cost factored in. Delivery time was quicker than I expected, too.

LesterOfPuppets 09-30-21 10:16 AM

Dang, I've been using a mixer with only one of the beaters in to stir up my peanut butter, but today I could smell the mixer motor starting to burn up . Guess I need to start chucking a beater into a drill from here on out.

Velo Vol 09-30-21 10:23 AM


Originally Posted by LesterOfPuppets (Post 22251396)
Dang, I've been using a mixer with only one of the beaters in to stir up my peanut butter, but today I could smell the mixer motor starting to burn up . Guess I need to start chucking a beater into a drill from here on out.

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...b8765e09f4.jpg

WhyFi 09-30-21 10:25 AM


Originally Posted by LesterOfPuppets (Post 22251396)
Dang, I've been using a mixer with only one of the beaters in to stir up my peanut butter, but today I could smell the mixer motor starting to burn up . Guess I need to start chucking a beater into a drill from here on out.

I do that with my beater, too, but it seems to have a pretty robust motor - it's probably 15 years old now, with nary a complaint. If you do use your drill, be sure to have a good grip on the jar... I've heard that it could get messy... you know - from a friend. :innocent:

LesterOfPuppets 09-30-21 10:29 AM

C&V weight weenie shocker:

A 7403 rear caliper weighs a whopping 194.9 grams.


https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...e40210a25c.jpg

LesterOfPuppets 09-30-21 10:34 AM


Originally Posted by WhyFi (Post 22251408)
I do that with my beater, too, but it seems to have a pretty robust motor - it's probably 15 years old now, with nary a complaint. If you do use your drill, be sure to have a good grip on the jar... I've heard that it could get messy... you know - from a friend. :innocent:

I've used this mixer for years for this task, I think I might have poured off too much oil this time, so it was pretty thick. It always seems to runny if I leave all the oil in, so I pour a little bit out before mixing.

Oh yes, I've enjoyed the scenario wherein the jar gets away from me before. :)

MoAlpha 09-30-21 10:36 AM


Originally Posted by LesterOfPuppets (Post 22251416)
I've used this mixer for years for this task, I think I might have poured off too much oil this time, so it was pretty thick. It always seems to runny if I leave all the oil in, so I pour a little bit out before mixing.

Oh yes, I've enjoyed the scenario wherein the jar gets away from me before. :)

The whole idea never occurred to me. I'ma try it next jar.

MoAlpha 09-30-21 10:37 AM


Originally Posted by Velo Vol (Post 22251377)
How much?

Lots.

BillyD 09-30-21 10:50 AM

Venus has been beating me up with her cone of shame, I had to tape the edges to minimize damage. She had surgery on her knee to repair a ruptured tendon. The hardest part is containing all the energy she wants to expend so the knee can heal. No more reckless running around for 8 weeks. She's tethered and she hates it.


https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...4802925258.jpg

Mojo31 09-30-21 10:53 AM

Never heard of mixing peanut butter.

WhyFi 09-30-21 10:53 AM


Originally Posted by LesterOfPuppets (Post 22251416)
I've used this mixer for years for this task, I think I might have poured off too much oil this time, so it was pretty thick. It always seems to runny if I leave all the oil in, so I pour a little bit out before mixing.

Oh yes, I've enjoyed the scenario wherein the jar gets away from me before. :)

If a jar is on the runny side, I just keep that one in the fridge.

indyfabz 09-30-21 11:04 AM


Originally Posted by Mojo31 (Post 22251295)
I relate to the getting passed by girls/women. I don't try to catch them though. There's no way I can. Usually.

My ex-GF is now even stronger than I am on the flats. I need to ride more. It was fun when we did some tours together because having her two a trailer in the hills/mountains was the only way I could keeper he behind/close to me. Her being 5' tall and 105 lbs. helps with the climbing.

datlas 09-30-21 11:04 AM

PBK has a 2-pack of GP5000s (clincher, NOT TL) for $80 which is not too bad. But only for 25mm width. Free shipping will kick in if I get 4 of them. Hmmm......

phrantic09 09-30-21 11:07 AM


Originally Posted by bampilot06 (Post 22250487)
Madone Comes for sure on the 11th!!!! getting shipped this week.

Bad news, that amazing bonus still hasn’t hit my bank account.

Ill be home when it arrives but I leave for dallas on the 29th. Not sure if I will have the bonus by then or not.

I missed what you go - I've been MIA. How's the new gig?

My wife isn't letting me spend my sign on bonus for my new gig :wtf:

indyfabz 09-30-21 11:10 AM

Time for a new bag. What do you think of the color combo? I get things dirty easily so I avoid bright colors.

https://img.timbuk2.com/image/c31cc3...6078c7d0?w=&h=

big john 09-30-21 11:10 AM


Originally Posted by Mojo31 (Post 22251439)
Never heard of mixing peanut butter.

If you get the natural kind it separates. Oil floats to the top. I let it sit upside down for a while then us a butter knife to mix it. If you get Jif or similar you don't have to mix it.

LesterOfPuppets 09-30-21 11:12 AM


Originally Posted by indyfabz (Post 22251467)
Time for a new bag. What do you think of the color combo? I get things dirty easily so I avoid bright colors.

https://img.timbuk2.com/image/c31cc3...6078c7d0?w=&h=

I like it.

Too bad the logo isn't gold.
​​Happy Mardi Gras!

sbxx1985 09-30-21 11:13 AM


Originally Posted by LesterOfPuppets (Post 22250888)
Mounted the last Pro 4 in my tyre humidor just now. I'm gonna miss these guys.


https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikefor...9123b3d79c.jpg

I'm out as well.

bampilot06 09-30-21 11:14 AM


Originally Posted by phrantic09 (Post 22251463)
I missed what you go - I've been MIA. How's the new gig?

My wife isn't letting me spend my sign on bonus for my new gig :wtf:

shes getting a new car, i’m getting bike stuff. Rest is going into savings.

phrantic09 09-30-21 11:17 AM


Originally Posted by bampilot06 (Post 22251475)
shes getting a new car, i’m getting bike stuff. Rest is going into savings.

nice. I'm still trying to work a new bike, we'll see.

sbxx1985 09-30-21 11:18 AM


Originally Posted by MoAlpha (Post 22251132)
No, just the thought I arrived at work with.

I was talking to a judge this morning about riding to work and home during rush hour. He stopped because he was scared of getting smushed.

bampilot06 09-30-21 11:20 AM


Originally Posted by phrantic09 (Post 22251463)
I missed what you go - I've been MIA. How's the new gig?

My wife isn't letting me spend my sign on bonus for my new gig :wtf:


New gig is really nice. I have shell shock from my last training department. It’s a new experience being treated like an adult with respect.

genejockey 09-30-21 11:20 AM


Originally Posted by LesterOfPuppets (Post 22251396)
Dang, I've been using a mixer with only one of the beaters in to stir up my peanut butter, but today I could smell the mixer motor starting to burn up . Guess I need to start chucking a beater into a drill from here on out.

Real men just use a knife. Then put it in the fridge so it doesn't separate again. And you never pour off the oil, unless you want peanut cement.


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