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Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 835
Posted By prj71

LOL. I was thinking the same thing. OP is...

LOL. I was thinking the same thing. OP is talking out of both sides of his mouth. He should run for a political position.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-24, 02:04 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 835
Posted By prj71

I've never put a tire in the sun before mounting....

I've never put a tire in the sun before mounting. They sit inside a box in my garage folded up. Just installed a new Conti 5000 on the road bike last week and had it done in less than 5 minutes.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 660
Posted By prj71

I have 3 Lezyne hand pumps. This never happens...

I have 3 Lezyne hand pumps. This never happens to me. Why you may ask? Because my valve core is tightened enough so that it won't happen.

Is the simple and obvious always not apparent?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-18-24, 01:30 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 835
Posted By prj71

I just pull the new tire out of the box and mount...

I just pull the new tire out of the box and mount it on the rim within 30 seconds or less...with my hands. This goes for all my mountain bike, gravel bike, fat bike and road bike tires.

No silly...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-18-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 118
Posted By prj71

Eat a lot of oatmeal, veggies, fish (not fried)...

Eat a lot of oatmeal, veggies, fish (not fried) and high fiber foods.

Avoid processed foods, fried foods, baked goods, butter and fatty meats.

Do that and you won't have to have any more...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-24, 12:45 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 5,873
Posted By prj71

Sheldon who?

Sheldon who?
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-18-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 383
Posted By prj71

That's what a lot of folks do to counter what the...

That's what a lot of folks do to counter what the stupid bike industry has done. They somehow thought that lower BB = more stable and they tried to sell people on that fact..."lower, longer, slacker,...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-18-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 383
Posted By prj71

Have you measured the BB height on both to...

Have you measured the BB height on both to confirm?
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-18-24, 12:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 383
Posted By prj71

No sag. That's common knowledge.

No sag. That's common knowledge.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-18-24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 560
Posted By prj71

Let me simplify this for you since you seem to be...

Let me simplify this for you since you seem to be a little obtuse...

Climbing uphill on a mountain bike trail has zero in common with a folding bike that is used on paved roads or trails. The fact...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-14-24, 10:40 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 383
Posted By prj71

BB height may be taller due to 29" tires.

BB height may be taller due to 29" tires.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-14-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 383
Posted By prj71

Low BB height combined with smaller tires...2...

Low BB height combined with smaller tires...2 things working against you.

Its bottom bracket drop is 15 millimeters, which lowers the Trance into the pedal bashing club.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 5,873
Posted By prj71

I would agree with you concerning TPU tubes. The...

I would agree with you concerning TPU tubes. The tire size range is printed right on the box and TPU doesn't stretch like the common rubber tube, so it should be a common sense thing.

With rubber...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-14-24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 560
Posted By prj71

Nothing about a folding bike applies to a...

Nothing about a folding bike applies to a mountain bike. Nothing.
Forum: Fatbikes
06-13-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 431
Posted By prj71

Yes. Not pedaling.

Yes. Not pedaling.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-13-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 560
Posted By prj71

Folding bikes are not mountain bikes. You are...

Folding bikes are not mountain bikes. You are trying to compare apples and oranges.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-12-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 949
Posted By prj71

Have you tested this or know someone that has? ...

Have you tested this or know someone that has? Shimano website says 34T max.

I'm currently running 11-34 with 2x on my gravel rig and wouldn't mind a little bit lower gear if this actually...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-12-24, 03:18 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 560
Posted By prj71

Moving the seat forward distributes the weight...

Moving the seat forward distributes the weight closer to the front of the bike. More than likely your seat is too far back while climbing so the front end wants to lift up a little and wander.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 910
Posted By prj71

I noticed the same. In addition because of the...

I noticed the same. In addition because of the style of map that is used the road names are hard to read.

To be honest...Gravelmap.com and Ride with GPS have done a better job than sherpa map.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 03:09 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 910
Posted By prj71

I would lump dirt/gravel into the same category.

I would lump dirt/gravel into the same category.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 910
Posted By prj71

Why is there a distinction between unpaved and...

Why is there a distinction between unpaved and gravel for the road colors. If it's not paved then it's gravel correct?

I made a route on all gravel roads but for some reason your program shows...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-10-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 560
Posted By prj71

Move your seat forward. It should take care of...

Move your seat forward. It should take care of 99% of the issue. It will distribute the weight towards the front of the bike making climbs more controllable.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 5,873
Posted By prj71

I'm chalking up some of these flats to user...

I'm chalking up some of these flats to user error. I have the Pirelli and Schwalbe TPU that I've tried and so far zero issues setting them and zero issue in hundreds of miles of use.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-05-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 5,469
Views: 3,929,452
Posted By prj71

That would not be a gravel bike. ^^

That would not be a gravel bike. ^^
Forum: Fatbikes
05-29-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 770
Posted By prj71

This^^^ Run away from press fit BB if you...

This^^^

Run away from press fit BB if you can. Little by little manufacturers are starting to go back to threaded BB because they realized the service nightmares and warranty costs of a creaking...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-29-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,145
Posted By prj71

~720mm is my sweet spot. 800 mm is just too wide...

~720mm is my sweet spot. 800 mm is just too wide unless you have ape arms.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 01:50 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,380
Posted By prj71

This club thing sounds like a lot of drama!!! ...

This club thing sounds like a lot of drama!!!

As for e-bikes...I'll quit biking before I ever buy one.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 12:42 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 5,873
Posted By prj71

OP: Get some Park Tool Super Patches and put it...

OP: Get some Park Tool Super Patches and put it on your TPU tube. It will work just fine.

https://www.amazon.com/Park-Tool-GP-2-Super-Patch/dp/B000WY730O
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 02:37 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,356
Posted By prj71

My gravel bike is 48/32 chainring and 11-34...

My gravel bike is 48/32 chainring and 11-34 cassette. Seems to cover the spectrum pretty well. Low enough gearing for the hills and high enough gearing for me to maintain 22-25 mph+ on the paved...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-24, 02:34 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 4,918
Posted By prj71

OK. Can we talk about rubber seat posts?

OK. Can we talk about rubber seat posts?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,380
Posted By prj71

weird. I just ride with friends. no club...

weird. I just ride with friends. no club involved.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 5,873
Posted By prj71

You guys with flats are pinching them during...

You guys with flats are pinching them during installation. User error.

I've been using Schwalbe Aerothan for 2 years now with zero flats..
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,380
Posted By prj71

What's a club rider?

What's a club rider?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-21-24, 06:50 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,356
Posted By prj71

All of them.

All of them.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 01:46 PM
Replies: 161
Views: 4,918
Posted By prj71

Can someone please explain why there is a...

Can someone please explain why there is a discussion on wood rims for a bike?

This isn't a thing and never will be save for a novelty one off item that very few people would be interested in.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-20-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,604
Posted By prj71

What do you consider a substantial price...

What do you consider a substantial price difference?

I just recently purchased a carbon wheelset. The difference in price between ceramic and no ceramic hub bearings was a whole $30. I got the...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
05-20-24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,064
Posted By prj71

LOL. You just better hide indoors where it's...

LOL. You just better hide indoors where it's safe so that dangerous world outside doesn't eat you alive.
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
05-16-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,064
Posted By prj71

Mountain bike, Gravel Bike, Road Bike, Fat Bike. ...

Mountain bike, Gravel Bike, Road Bike, Fat Bike.

I have a bike for all seasons. Only time I don't go is if it's pouring rain or super cold out. Other than that...can ride all year outdoors which...
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
05-16-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,064
Posted By prj71

I find it funny people actually pay for this...

I find it funny people actually pay for this stuff.

When the weather gets bad...just get better clothing or in the case of winter get a fat bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,604
Posted By prj71

You just reminded me that I also recently put...

You just reminded me that I also recently put ceramic bearings in 2 sets of my Time Pedals. Now I am unstoppable!!!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 4,918
Posted By prj71

The reason it fell out of favor is because it's...

The reason it fell out of favor is because it's wood.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 08:37 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,604
Posted By prj71

I recently just purchased some carbon wheels with...

I recently just purchased some carbon wheels with ceramic bearings. I can tell you they are smooth and the wheels roll forever if you spin them when the bike is up on the stand. I have 7 other...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 4,918
Posted By prj71

What do you think about a wood chain ring?

What do you think about a wood chain ring?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 4,951
Posted By prj71

So what tires did this happen with?

So what tires did this happen with?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,358
Posted By prj71

More than likely if it sat around for ~4 years it...

More than likely if it sat around for ~4 years it never got properly broke in and adjusted. What you describe is nothing serious at all.

If it's not a stiff chain as described above, then it's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-24, 11:05 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 4,951
Posted By prj71

Like I said. I was being facetious and only half...

Like I said. I was being facetious and only half serious. So no...I don't believe one single experience is useful.

Lighten up!!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-24, 11:04 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 4,951
Posted By prj71

So far I've bought all of my tires at a...

So far I've bought all of my tires at a discounted rate. Either on sale or some ebay dude is selling them way less than retail.

It's rare I pay retail for anything bike related. Recently purchased...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 4,951
Posted By prj71

I'm half serious. When I buy tires I do a...

I'm half serious.

When I buy tires I do a lot of research on them before buying. When I encounter lots of reports that indicate "punctures easily" then I avoid buying those brands and models of...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 4,951
Posted By prj71

I was being facetious. The OP never told us...

I was being facetious. The OP never told us which brand and model of tire got punctured. I want to know so I don't buy that brand and model. :)
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-14-24, 10:31 AM
Replies: 2,000
Views: 455,206
Posted By prj71

Hungry Bear Gravel Race in WI ...

Hungry Bear Gravel Race in WI

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