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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 368
Posted By Wildwood

Who rode Mavic 280 rim on a rear wheel? Except...

Who rode Mavic 280 rim on a rear wheel? Except on a track. Especially with hard skinny tubulars. Answer = only a lightweight racer or a wheelbuilder.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 09:04 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 825
Posted By Wildwood

.......long live friction shifting...

.......long live friction shifting interoperability?....:p only a short reach away. :thumb:

If it doesn't click for you,... we've all been there too. :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 132
Posted By Wildwood

edit: I know, this map is not Monterey Peninsula...

edit: I know, this map is not Monterey Peninsula = :o, but it is better than BUMP. Wish I could be there.

I have a lot of fond memories kindled in this map. Davenport and back in the early...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-24, 10:23 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 132
Posted By Wildwood

There are times I really miss the Monterey Bay. ...

There are times I really miss the Monterey Bay. I was Santa Cruz area. Still have the old SCCCC map of mountain roads with distances and elevation on a wall.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-23-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 895
Sticky Pub 51
Views: 210,743
Posted By Wildwood

I try very muchly not to walk in my 'not...

I try very muchly not to walk in my 'not optimized for walking' cycling shoes.

I promise to work harder on my irony.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-23-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 126
Views: 2,607
Posted By Wildwood

I thought it was about the new changes on this...

I thought it was about the new changes on this Forum! Eliminate showing quotes to reduce the contentious personal debates and to make us just Like-able people. Debate VS Likeability will always...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-22-24, 11:16 AM
Replies: 27,336
Views: 3,271,614
Posted By Wildwood

Somehow I really appreciate seeing bikes in this...

Somehow I really appreciate seeing bikes in this thread just a tiny bit more than the Show Your Old Folks Bikes. Must be the background scenes. OR, the picture titles. How's the Wallybike? (guessing...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-22-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 895
Sticky Pub 51
Views: 210,743
Posted By Wildwood

I really wanted to reply to a thread that got...

I really wanted to reply to a thread that got closed. ;)

I did not want to start a new thread with my comment. :rolleyes:

Foo is not my place.
Maybe it is best kept with us Pubbers. :thumb:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-21-24, 11:50 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 1,834
Posted By Wildwood

Ride flatter terrain on Gios rotation day? When...

Ride flatter terrain on Gios rotation day?
When undecided on a build, I postpone a decision. Tomorrow has answers.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-21-24, 08:25 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,355
Posted By Wildwood

My range has always been 58-62cm road bikes. ...

My range has always been 58-62cm road bikes. Last major downsizing I parted with every 58 size, 'cept a sentimental favorite. I passed on a sweet deal for a 57cm Colnago, a brand which I have never...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
06-21-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 68
Posted By Wildwood

Hats Off - to OR congressman Earl Blumenauer

.....for proposing a Domestic Bicycle Product Act.
Eliminates import tax on components and offers ebike production tax credits.
Every little bit helps. Assemble them in USA.
May not go anywhere,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-21-24, 01:00 PM
Replies: 27,336
Views: 3,271,614
Posted By Wildwood

Always thankful to post this thread

Rode about 18 miles yesterday before hitting a sharp piece of metal and destroying a tire&tube. Pics before the flat.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-19-24, 07:23 PM
Replies: 27,336
Views: 3,271,614
Posted By Wildwood

Got in 25mi today. No pics. Good weather...

Got in 25mi today. No pics.

Good weather til Sunday has motivated me to ride 30 mi minimum for 4 days.
Time will tell my commitment and endurance.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-19-24, 03:57 PM
Replies: 3,650
Views: 1,027,871
Posted By Wildwood

@ascherer - An example of Patience as a partner...

@ascherer - An example of Patience as a partner with Success. ....and a shiny parts bin and in-house wheelbuilding. :thumb:

A sweet build.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 382
Posted By Wildwood

There are so many choices in the cycling world,...

There are so many choices in the cycling world, especially if building your own from a frameset, that to undertake the task requires knowing exactly what capabilities you need (maybe not the same as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-18-24, 09:55 AM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,929
Posted By Wildwood

That's right - old bikes with long chainstays and...

That's right - old bikes with long chainstays and long front-center capable of 38mm tires aren't really gravel bikes because there was no marketing term/definition of a gravel bike in the 1970's. ;)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-17-24, 10:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 454
Posted By Wildwood

How many from the ride still posting? @jppe...

How many from the ride still posting?

@jppe preferred golf over bikes. Burned out, over-touring
don't recognize others.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 08:46 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,929
Posted By Wildwood

The PX10 as configured with a 36 chainring + 28...

The PX10 as configured with a 36 chainring + 28 cog gets the min gear inches, so I could be in. But I would never put $24 tire+tube on a dedicated gravel bike. So I'm out of yet another budget build...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 06:28 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 1,615
Posted By Wildwood

Magic! ...

Magic!
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Italian magic...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-24, 02:57 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 4,929
Posted By Wildwood

I think I paid about $200 for this classic...

I think I paid about $200 for this classic Peugeot. Front center is nearly 63cm and long chainstays even before moving to rear-most position in dropout. I have had knobby 33s on it to check...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 02:04 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 2,973
Posted By Wildwood

Shame riding the handlebar tops? No. Never. ...

Shame riding the handlebar tops? No. Never. (Assuming one can brake the bicycle before all potential accidents)

Butt,....., ;), if you are hoping to be seen as a cycling stud.....
Depends on how...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-16-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 27,336
Views: 3,271,614
Posted By Wildwood

Always thankful to post this thread

Waited til mid afternoon for some warmer temps, about 60* and windy. Perfect for light long sleeve wool jersey.
Calfee TetraPro, Campy10....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,509
Posted By Wildwood

Bricycle - At your convenience, ;), could we have...

Bricycle - At your convenience, ;), could we have some close-ups of that Ciocc? Lugs, dropouts, headtube, etc. Doesn't have to be cleaned up or anything.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-15-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 3,127
Posted By Wildwood

Congrats to each of you. What a great trip. .- I...

Congrats to each of you. What a great trip. .- I think I read every post and nary a flat tire?
I just need to get some bags and get some balls again. :(. The legs are still 'mostly' there for a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-15-24, 07:53 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 902
Posted By Wildwood

Ride the bike that fits you best less often. ...

Ride the bike that fits you best less often.
When you changed a good position on the gravel bike - what better 'good' did you expect?

Overtraining is not fixed with riding in a different...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-13-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,005
Posted By Wildwood

Buyers-market today should only be better at...

Buyers-market today should only be better at end-of-season sales in August. Selection being not as good later.

Going to a new bike from older ones, I agree that a test ride is best. For many...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 801
Posted By Wildwood

My first adult bike was a touring bike. Not a...

My first adult bike was a touring bike. Not a 90's kid, tho'. Best 1st would depend on rider's local terrain, eh? - and abilities, and ambitions ... of course.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,685
Posted By Wildwood

Here's my answer to the cycling 'uniform'...

Here's my answer to the cycling 'uniform' diss(es). Not really speaking about this thread, but in general.

1. If one rides long on a road type bicycle then padded shorts are a clear benefit.
2....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 07:46 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,005
Posted By Wildwood

Doohickie - Did you decide? Inquiring minds want...

Doohickie - Did you decide? Inquiring minds want to know if you went Trek or something a bit less common.

I always check bikes direct = to see what they offer at the Trek/Spec price. If you can...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 07:30 AM
Replies: 3,894
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 695,385
Posted By Wildwood

I ride Hi-Ten steel proudly in an Italian motif. ...

I ride Hi-Ten steel proudly in an Italian motif. Oria tubing....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 07:22 AM
Replies: 27,336
Views: 3,271,614
Posted By Wildwood

Always grateful to post in this thread

I have been riding, just posting a bit less as it’s the usual places. I need a trip; in the mean time = usual place by the river on the gravel and enjoying some pleasant PNW weather, 60’s and dry....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 11:03 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,685
Posted By Wildwood

it's mad Twiggy, not vamp Twiggy. ...

it's mad Twiggy, not vamp Twiggy.



looks like she wants to ride to the Twin Peaks Cafe, NB, WA. Maybe join her?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 801
Posted By Wildwood

welcome alexjplant. :) SRAM & Shimano- looks...

welcome alexjplant.
:)
SRAM & Shimano- looks a nice ride.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 10:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 801
Posted By Wildwood

Save up to 60% off new Mercier Singlespeed Track...

Save up to 60% off new Mercier Singlespeed Track Bikes - Kilo GX T11 - Save Up To 60% Off Brand new Bicycles (bikesdirect.com)...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-11-24, 09:56 PM
Replies: 3,894
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 695,385
Posted By Wildwood

Carlton and others used wrap-around stays, too. ...

Carlton and others used wrap-around stays, too. Mostly an English thing, I think.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-11-24, 11:26 AM
Replies: 3,894
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 695,385
Posted By Wildwood

swampyankee2 - at the end of every ride, for me,...

swampyankee2 - at the end of every ride, for me, the last 2km is a climb of 133m. I found it was a deterrent to riding as often as I like. I am also vested in vintage classics, most with original...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-11-24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 544
Posted By Wildwood

Ride report? edit: I'm a 40 year adult...

Ride report?


edit: I'm a 40 year adult rider - and seriously thinking about a folder instead of a few vintage classics. Considering what I'm sacrificing that folder has to be a decent rider. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 09:08 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 748
Posted By Wildwood

Over the last 18 months down from twenty to a...

Over the last 18 months down from twenty to a dozen. Like scozim, further downsizing will be a little tougher emotionally - given years and miles - but I will get over it when the time comes.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 02:09 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,685
Posted By Wildwood

I never laugh at cyclists nor bikes - single...

I never laugh at cyclists nor bikes - single speed thru e-bikers.
No slight intended.
But,......on this Forum.....
There is so much unpleasantness thrown at Big Box retailer's product - both...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,685
Posted By Wildwood

Walmart BSO rides Unbound Gravel? Could they finish?

You betcha!
Admittedly the 3 Kent single speed bikes were reassembled (after a new paint job) by experts, but still.....
...
Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
06-04-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,102
Posted By Wildwood

I had the Vicenzo model, same frame, same paint...

I had the Vicenzo model, same frame, same paint scheme, but with curved fork, quill stem & Veloce Ergo9. Found the shaped tubing to be stiff. Nice bike, but for me not a keeper. Sold it to fund my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,035
Posted By Wildwood

Does Dedacciai make a frameset named Curve :foo:...

Does Dedacciai make a frameset named Curve :foo: - that's printed on the stem - so that should match, too. ;).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,035
Posted By Wildwood

I have a Deda stem I took off after reading this...

I have a Deda stem I took off after reading this thread. Does anyone know when Deda will start selling framesets?


Also - Does anyone know where I can buy a dozen Cinelli bikes (60cm size) for my...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-03-24, 08:46 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,727
Posted By Wildwood

My hands will not let me work like that anymore. ...

My hands will not let me work like that anymore. Nice work, BTW rsbob
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 02:38 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 3,972
Posted By Wildwood

infinitely variable? - not my body @ 73.

infinitely variable? - not my body @ 73.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 01:39 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 3,972
Posted By Wildwood

I have an SMP, one of us has it mounted...

I have an SMP, one of us has it mounted incorrectly; probably me - as (now I see) my saddle rails tilt upwards. Congrats on the Columbine....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-03-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,727
Posted By Wildwood

rsbob - nice gym. Ever want to work-out at an...

rsbob - nice gym. Ever want to work-out at an alternative gym? Free membership!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 12:15 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,613
Posted By Wildwood

Not being a daily commuter, I can only say...

Not being a daily commuter, I can only say Schwalbe Marathons or Conti Gatorskins are not in my 'single bike vocabulary'. Those 2 examples really hose the 'pavement ride quality' of a responsive...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,281
Posted By Wildwood

katsup - never heard of Onyx hubs, but they come...

katsup - never heard of Onyx hubs, but they come in a road/gravel version. 'Sprag clutch design" = never heard of it, but that's not unusual.

Road & Gravel - Onyx Racing Products (onyxrp.com)...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,937
Posted By Wildwood

Lance Armstrong = It's not about the bike. ASO...

Lance Armstrong = It's not about the bike.
ASO = You're right, it was about the PEDs.
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