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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-22-24, 02:26 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 999
Posted By squirtdad

interesting, I can see what you are saying for...

interesting, I can see what you are saying for sure, I had sealant in the tube on my 32mm chinook pass in ultralight and when it didn;t seal immediately you could see it leaking out the side
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 1,574
Posted By squirtdad

maybe there is a different approach. warning...

maybe there is a different approach.

warning heresy alert

put all your bike on a planned ride rotation for the next few months
after the first month record whether you are excited to ride the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-21-24, 11:03 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 999
Posted By squirtdad

I am pointing out what is available beyond the...

I am pointing out what is available beyond the pretty binary schwalbe vs Conti 5000

I do not run rene herse tubleless I run the rene herse Chinook pass with with conti race lite tubes.... I did...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-21-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 999
Posted By squirtdad

here is another option for you and yes I like...

here is another option for you and yes I like rene herse, I also like the conti 5000 but it might be on the pure race end too much

you can choose from extra light, standard and endurance ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-24, 02:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 216
Posted By squirtdad

I have in the back of my head that if/when I...

I have in the back of my head that if/when I can't swing a leg over my bike a custom mixte would fix that issue hopefully not for 20 years or so
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 1,574
Posted By squirtdad

Love resto mod, but quill...

Love resto mod, but quill adapter.....fuggedaboutit...... fugly does not match the design ethos and aesthetics of the base frame
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 463
Posted By squirtdad

in Europe Unior may be more easy to find and it...

in Europe Unior may be more easy to find and it is good stuff
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-21-24, 11:04 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 218
Posted By squirtdad

Looks like a fun build, I I sure get the try to...

Looks like a fun build, I I sure get the try to do it from the stash, oh but I could just do this dilemma :D

can't wait to see the end result, I expect it to be really nice :thumb:

brooks...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 11:10 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,339
Posted By squirtdad

wow...not sure how I missed this on original...

wow...not sure how I missed this on original post, but super glad the gearing got upgraded so I could see it this time around :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-20-24, 05:51 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 4,264
Posted By squirtdad

I will say if I ever go to tubeless (not a knock...

I will say if I ever go to tubeless (not a knock on tubeless) I will be way better prepared with some of this info
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 05:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 515
Posted By squirtdad

looks like it needs an orthodontist

looks like it needs an orthodontist
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-20-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 435
Posted By squirtdad

Missed that you are open to custom I can...

Missed that you are open to custom

I can 100% recommend Dave Kirk in Bozeman, MT.... Kirk Frameworks | Custom Bicycles (http://kirkframeworks.com/)

people worry about fitting a bike remotely,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-20-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 1,574
Posted By squirtdad

my vote is go for the 3x10 so it get ridden, and...

my vote is go for the 3x10 so it get ridden, and I said polish, but really mean give it a good bath.... polish is optional

this question is very close to the heart....I am in the middle of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-20-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 435
Posted By squirtdad

Ritchey them road logic disk ...

Ritchey them

road logic disk https://ritcheylogic.com/bike/frames/road-logic-disc-frameset

gravel https://ritcheylogic.com/bike/frames/outback-frameset (also comes in a breakaway...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 11:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 405
Posted By squirtdad

what is your budget? If you give an idea of...

what is your budget?

If you give an idea of your geographical location people will point out options

fit is foremost, but then you need to decide features

like do you want to shift from the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 4,264
Posted By squirtdad

Sealant related, tubeless, tubed, tublar I...

Sealant related, tubeless, tubed, tublar

I have not found the sealants I have used to be water soluble, maybe others are.

I have used tufo, orange and caffelatex none have cleaned up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 06:48 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 291
Posted By squirtdad

daviddavieboy did this..... bored home with...

daviddavieboy did this..... bored home with covid.... pretty sure it is all AI

started with roadcrankr
Then again, I like rim-braking, manual brifters, tubulars, and cheap sunglasses....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 291
Posted By squirtdad

C&V country anthem song

via this in general

there is now a C&V country anthem via daviddavieboy inspired by words from roadcrankr and a smart alec remark from yours truly

https://youtu.be/O8phyvppt3A
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 4,264
Posted By squirtdad

even more awesome will share with C&V

even more awesome will share with C&V
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 4,264
Posted By squirtdad

I am in awe.... need to see if one of my son's...

I am in awe.... need to see if one of my son's friends can put this to music

ever better would be a Cas Haley reggaeized country version https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=whuVCQ6KIAE
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 4,264
Posted By squirtdad

the last line has the makings of a good country...

the last line has the makings of a good country western song
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 2,235
Posted By squirtdad

Besides the riders and the teams, I like how...

Besides the riders and the teams, I like how the series shows the overall speed of the peloton and how close fans get to the riders.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-24, 10:55 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,328
Posted By squirtdad

what are your current wheels? I would compare...

what are your current wheels? I would compare weights etc between the them

your wheels are 1740 grams

https://www.theproscloset.com/products/syncros-rr-2-0-aluminum-clincher-wheelset

can't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-24, 10:45 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 1,872
Posted By squirtdad

I have found my topeak to be accurate and more...

I have found my topeak to be accurate and more accurate than the gauge on my lenzyne pump. but the difference is consistent, so I can just adjust what pressure i used as measured by pump
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-24, 06:13 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 240
Posted By squirtdad

Nice use of depth of field in the photos

Nice use of depth of field in the photos
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 632
Posted By squirtdad

one does not equal the other everyone,...

one does not equal the other

everyone, including frame building section, think frame damage is likely and bottom line is watching out for you

1) describe how damage happened
2) provide...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 01:44 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 7,572
Posted By squirtdad

Nope it is a critical thing 1) makes field...

Nope it is a critical thing 1) makes field repair difficult in not impossible 2) make even in shop repair much more difficult that with butly tubes. Valid information and decision points for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,427
Posted By squirtdad

isn't there a time of year restriction for...

isn't there a time of year restriction for studs.....or only for cars :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 04:10 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 2,235
Posted By squirtdad

dropped in hopes of getting better (cold) for...

dropped in hopes of getting better (cold) for Tour de France) https://velo.outsideonline.com/road/road-racing/sepp-kuss-exits-criterium-du-dauphine-in-precautionary-move-ahead-of-tour-de-france/
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 2,235
Posted By squirtdad

and Sepp Kuss may be the GC lead for the team...

and Sepp Kuss may be the GC lead for the team this year after all the injuries
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 339
Posted By squirtdad

fork shows it is very early for sure

fork shows it is very early for sure
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 3,609
Views: 468,657
Posted By squirtdad

cat is moving from helping with bikes to being a...

cat is moving from helping with bikes to being a barrista....still useless orange cat :D
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 8,871
Views: 1,176,510
Posted By squirtdad

just got these super nice record pedals and toe...

just got these super nice record pedals and toe clips from jdawginsc you can see the planned straps and brake pads in the back

got all my parts ready for next build....
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 1,562
Posted By squirtdad

all of this has pretty much been covered, but...

all of this has pretty much been covered, but many things can make a bike "feel" great

in my experience it involves a just right fit, with characteristics like flex etc that suit the rider and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 12:29 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 1,562
Posted By squirtdad

off topic, but in line with this "information" ...

off topic, but in line with this "information"

BITD my brother worked at a service station (like a gas station but with mechanics) in my hometown of Chinook, MT
A little old lady (OG LOL) ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 09:02 PM
Replies: 8,871
Views: 1,176,510
Posted By squirtdad

have a frame in the works to be...

have a frame in the works to be acquired......which changed my target parts build a bit, but still dealing with 80% of stuff from my stash (of course i did get the record group, just because a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 2,235
Posted By squirtdad

came out on june 11th

came out on june 11th
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-24, 05:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 817
Posted By squirtdad

I was about to ask about the cages and straps on...

I was about to ask about the cages and straps on clipless pedals...... now it makes sense
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 03:30 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 2,235
Posted By squirtdad

Who else is watching the Netflix Tour de France documentary?

anyone else watching the second season (or the first for that matter) of the Netflix tour de france documentary

I find it fascinating, I am watching it in French with the subtitles, seem better...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,898
Posted By squirtdad

this is me except no checking messages or...

this is me except no checking messages or playlist

one thing to note is that the drop on a lot of modern bikes is such that riding on the hoods is lower that is was with classic bikes, if you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 01:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 385
Posted By squirtdad

this: high end tires make a huge difference, a...

this: high end tires make a huge difference, a high end 32 will be smoother than a lowend 35.

I was amazed at the difference when I first found this out years ago
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,137
Posted By squirtdad

remember N+1 where N is the number of bikes...

remember N+1 where N is the number of bikes you have now, N+1 is the number of bikes you need :D
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 12:12 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,328
Posted By squirtdad

repeat post from other thread Looked at the...

repeat post from other thread

Looked at the specs https://www.bikeroar.com/products/sc...-30-2013/specs (https://www.bikeroar.com/products/scott/foil-30-2013/specs)

upgrading shifting/braking...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,137
Posted By squirtdad

Looked at the specs...

Looked at the specs https://www.bikeroar.com/products/scott/foil-30-2013/specs

upgrading shifting/braking will not really get you anything unless you really want electronic in which case it would...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 632
Posted By squirtdad

pictures when you get enough posts will go a long...

pictures when you get enough posts will go a long way

it would be surprising not to have frame damage with what is described, but there is not a lot of detail so really hard to tell advise without...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 12:57 AM
Replies: 8,871
Views: 1,176,510
Posted By squirtdad

Christophe leather straps and Kool stop pads both...

Christophe leather straps and Kool stop pads both via Amazon for the next, not revealed build. One more package and all is in place except for the frame
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 12:45 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,157
Posted By squirtdad

maybe something like one of the that goes from...

maybe something like one of the that goes from light to med tint vs med to dark?

I have have pair and like them

that said, my similar situation is going from bright to dark shade when going...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,099
Posted By squirtdad

I have had same problem....which is pain in 100...

I have had same problem....which is pain in 100 degree weather after pumping up the tube.

when I put new tubes on I tighten the core, often not super tight from factory

I carry a park core tool...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 528
Posted By squirtdad

another option is to look to see if there is a...

another option is to look to see if there is a local bike co-op, bike kitchen or other bike charity that has used wheels. put one of those on and save money for better quality bike (even used)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,427
Posted By squirtdad

unless you manufacture calls for using carbon...

unless you manufacture calls for using carbon paste and are over torquing the seatpost clamp so it doesn't slip with grease :D
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