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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 12:01 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 4,681
Posted By ACHiPo

Because if it’s not the lightest at the price...

Because if it’s not the lightest at the price point it’s a disadvantage.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 08:25 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,359
Posted By ACHiPo

Nice score Robert!

Nice score Robert!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,503,422
Posted By ACHiPo

If you’re 6’7”! A 65 cm?!

If you’re 6’7”! A 65 cm?!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-01-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,909
Posted By ACHiPo

That is an interesting vise! Don’t think I’ve...

That is an interesting vise! Don’t think I’ve seen one like that before. Nice shop!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-31-23, 10:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 796
Posted By ACHiPo

You may right. The 3x little ring is about the...

You may right. The 3x little ring is about the same place as the 2x little ring. It could maybe get a little closer. The 32 mm distance with the axle flipped should be equivalent to 115 symmetric?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-31-23, 11:25 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 796
Posted By ACHiPo

Awkward…

Just mounted the left crank and torqued both sides down. It definitely looks too far out. Oh well, I’ll add it to the punch list…...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-31-23, 11:14 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 796
Posted By ACHiPo

Brilliant suggestion! I flipped the spindle...

Brilliant suggestion!

I flipped the spindle this morning and voila! Even without the 0.5 mm spacer. Now the question is whether I can/should live with the Q of the left crank being out a little...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-30-23, 08:02 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 796
Posted By ACHiPo

That’s a heck of an idea! Thanks! Even if it is...

That’s a heck of an idea! Thanks! Even if it is not successful, it will give me another data point before ordering a cartridge.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-23, 05:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 796
Posted By ACHiPo

Makes sense. If this turns into my forever bike,...

Makes sense. If this turns into my forever bike, mebbe Phil is a possibility. As of now, I have about 3x more into this project than it’s worth. The $20 Shimano seems more attractive.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-23, 02:40 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 796
Posted By ACHiPo

How does that solve the problem of the big ring...

How does that solve the problem of the big ring being about 7mm too far out with a 124 mm spindle?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-23, 02:37 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 796
Posted By ACHiPo

Thank you. This is helpful. I figure +/- 1 mm...

Thank you. This is helpful. I figure +/- 1 mm should be fine, especially since I have a ~0.5 mm shim to move the spindle out a bit if things are too close.

Where can I find 1.37” ID shims? I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-23, 10:40 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 796
Posted By ACHiPo

I visited the LBS yesterday. They had a 115 and...

I visited the LBS yesterday. They had a 115 and 125 mm cartridge and no spindles, so no luck.

Sooo…
At this point I’m thinking the easiest/most likely solution would be to find a new JIS spindle...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-23, 12:29 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,909
Posted By ACHiPo

Very nicely done!

Very nicely done!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-28-23, 11:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 796
Posted By ACHiPo

Got the Specialized flag crankset. Surprise—the...

Got the Specialized flag crankset. Surprise—the 124 mm spindle is too long! The inner triple chainring sits about where the SR double sat, but the big ring is ~5 mm too far out....
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-24-23, 06:54 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Cool bike and story. Thanks. While not 3” wide,...

Cool bike and story. Thanks. While not 3” wide, the Terra Speeds definitely are knobbier than the Byways. I could never fit 47s (even on 650s)—the 35s are probably 2 mm wider than optimal.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-21-23, 07:56 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,300
Posted By ACHiPo

Nice looking bike! Congrats! And welcome!

Nice looking bike! Congrats! And welcome!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-20-23, 10:23 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

I know of a few, but none personally, and none...

I know of a few, but none personally, and none close. It’s manageable to muscle the wheel in, but roadside changes will be frustrating.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-20-23, 07:52 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Yep—3.7 mm on each side. Not much room for mud.

Yep—3.7 mm on each side. Not much room for mud.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-20-23, 07:18 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

The frame has bosses for center pull brakes. I...

The frame has bosses for center pull brakes. I have quick releases on the brake levers, so shouldn’t have any issues clearing the tires. Now, spreading the rear triangle to fit a 130 mm modern rear...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-20-23, 07:00 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Thanks.

Thanks.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-23, 05:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,012
Posted By ACHiPo

Love this!

Love this!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-23, 04:44 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 796
Posted By ACHiPo

Thanks!

Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-23, 04:43 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 796
Posted By ACHiPo

Velobase is where I found the 115: “The spindle...

Velobase is where I found the 115: “The spindle length was listed as 114.5 or 115.5, with a 20.5 to 21.5 offset on the right side. Some sources identify these as ISO taper. I tried mine with a Campy...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-20-23, 04:29 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Whew!

Got the Contis mounted and the wheels installed. The 35 mm tires are 37.8 mm on the 24 mm rims, leaving just under 4 mm on each side, which sounds like more than it looks like. As machinists say,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-23, 11:41 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 796
Posted By ACHiPo

BB Cartridge Spindle Length?

I’m refurbishing a c1978 Centurion Pro Tour. More of a resto-mod actually: new tubeless wheels with 9-speed cassette, triple crankset, etc.

I ordered a used Specialized Flag triple crankset that...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-17-23, 02:17 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Well, I’m traveling visiting family so have...

Well, I’m traveling visiting family so have plenty of downtime to search for parts. Procrastination will be a challenge if I don’t make progress before I start traveling internationally for work...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
12-17-23, 01:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 526
Posted By ACHiPo

Interested. Sending a PM.

Interested. Sending a PM.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-17-23, 01:40 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Thanks for these! I subscribed to the channel.

Thanks for these! I subscribed to the channel.
Forum: Want To Buy
12-17-23, 01:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 637
Posted By ACHiPo

…and further broadening to a triple with...

…and further broadening to a triple with something like 48/38/28 chainrings and 170 mm cranks. Bonus if it has a BSA bottom bracket with the right length spindle.😎
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-23, 11:46 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 15,112
Posted By ACHiPo

Good points. I’m with Bob—I strongly suspect any...

Good points. I’m with Bob—I strongly suspect any good quality ball bearing of the right diameter will work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-23, 11:07 AM
Replies: 241
Views: 15,112
Posted By ACHiPo

Robert, What about something like this for...

Robert,
What about something like this for finding the 4th ball?...
Forum: Want To Buy
12-14-23, 10:48 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 637
Posted By ACHiPo

Bump. Broadening search to any compact square...

Bump. Broadening search to any compact square drive crankset with about 46/28.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-23, 09:12 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Ding ding ding we have a winner! A pair of new...

Ding ding ding we have a winner! A pair of new cream sidewall Continental Terra Speed ProTection 35s for $70.

Thank you everyone for your advice.

Now, to find a compact crankset…
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-23, 02:16 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

I think the calipers should be ok with up to 40s...

I think the calipers should be ok with up to 40s with quick release on the levers.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-23, 02:12 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Interesting. Never heard of American Classic...

Interesting. Never heard of American Classic before. Tread pattern kinda looks like the Continental Terra Speed, which I've found for not-crazy-money (and even cheaper if I go tan/transparent...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-23, 02:08 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Hmmm I'm planning on black wall, but will...

Hmmm I'm planning on black wall, but will definitely noodle on tan (or maybe transparent) sidewalls. I have a tan/honey saddle and am planning on tan bar wraps. My original plan was to strip the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-14-23, 08:46 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Thanks. After I posted here I found a couple...

Thanks. After I posted here I found a couple articles talking about rim width and its effect on tire width. It seems I should probably go for a 35 mm tire as the tire will be 1-2 mm wider on the 24...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-13-23, 08:17 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Picked up my wheels today: 700c Velocity...

Picked up my wheels today: 700c Velocity Cliffhangers with 36h Shimano hubs and DT spokes. A bit heavier and wider (24mm) than I would prefer, but the price was right and they seem to be sturdy...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-12-23, 10:35 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Thanks. I'd seen the Schwalbe several months ago,...

Thanks. I'd seen the Schwalbe several months ago, but forgotten about it. And I thought the Contis were expensive!

No single track for me, just hard pack and gravel trails, with maybe 1/3 paved...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-12-23, 09:18 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

I plan to start a post when I get further down...

I plan to start a post when I get further down the path assembling components. It is a Centurion Pro Tour. I just bought a pair of modern 36h Shimano/Velocity tubeless wheels with an 11-34 cassette. ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-12-23, 08:27 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Just discovered there is a Terra Speed Protect....

Just discovered there is a Terra Speed Protect. Found a good price, but no idea if it is equivalent to a regular Terra Speed? Think I’m gonna set a target price and 3-4 acceptable tires (Conti Terra...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-11-23, 11:31 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

That’s where I got overwhelmed.

That’s where I got overwhelmed.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-11-23, 11:31 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

I have Centurato Gravel H 35mm. I like them, but...

I have Centurato Gravel H 35mm. I like them, but nothing to compare them to.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-11-23, 11:26 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

It looks like the Panaracers now only come in 38...

It looks like the Panaracers now only come in 38 or 43 mm. Not sure if I should drop to 38, and I’m not sure if 43 will fit.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-11-23, 10:29 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Both the Contis and Panaracers look good. I think...

Both the Contis and Panaracers look good. I think I prefer the Contis based on the BRR review?

Wish they were a bit cheaper, though.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-11-23, 10:04 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

I was checking out the Tufo Gravel Thundero, but...

I was checking out the Tufo Gravel Thundero, but I’ve never heard of Tufo. The specs seem decent.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-11-23, 09:48 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Both the Panaracers and Contis roll well on...

Both the Panaracers and Contis roll well on asphalt?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-11-23, 09:47 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Thanks. Yeah I realize this post is kinda like...

Thanks. Yeah I realize this post is kinda like asking for tips for good living.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-11-23, 09:00 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,536
Posted By ACHiPo

Tire Selection—Overwhelmed!

I’m refurbing a vintage touring bike with tubeless 700c wheels. I’m looking for 40mm gravel tires, sturdy (I’m a Clyde), not too heavy (<~500g), reasonably puncture proof, fast rolling, and...
Forum: Want To Buy
12-10-23, 06:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 637
Posted By ACHiPo

WTB Suntour SR 2x crankset

Looking for a 2x Japanese touring crankset (SR or other) for a late 70s Criterion Pro Tour. Crank length 170 mm preferred. Chain rings ~46 and ~28.
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