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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 218
Posted By bboy314

Wow, it’s almost as if a country that does most...

Wow, it’s almost as if a country that does most of the world’s manufacturing is good at it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 317
Posted By bboy314

So your headset got dirty so you returned the...

So your headset got dirty so you returned the bike? What is your question exactly?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-17-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 207
Posted By bboy314

Checked again, the brifters we have are actually...

Checked again, the brifters we have are actually 8 speed and not quite mint.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-17-24, 10:47 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 323
Posted By bboy314

Fork appears bent. First thing I’d do is address...

Fork appears bent. First thing I’d do is address that and check the downtube and top tube for signs of buckling.

Even so, I would’ve saved it too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-17-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 534
Posted By bboy314

Do you have a severe allergy to nylon or...

Do you have a severe allergy to nylon or something?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-24, 06:39 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 690
Posted By bboy314

So do people take of their tattoos when they get...

So do people take of their tattoos when they get off the bike?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 876
Posted By bboy314

Get you an 80s Schwinn High Sierra (or similar). ...

Get you an 80s Schwinn High Sierra (or similar).

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,012
Posted By bboy314

On a tour with a couple friends about 10 years...

On a tour with a couple friends about 10 years ago, my buddy got nailed with someone’s tobacco spit cup. Hard to beat that one.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-16-24, 08:15 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 228
Posted By bboy314

Pm sent of front derailleur.

Pm sent of front derailleur.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-16-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 201
Posted By bboy314

I’m assuming it’s $45 per derailleur, not the lot?

I’m assuming it’s $45 per derailleur, not the lot?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-16-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 207
Posted By bboy314

I think there may be a clean set of shifters and...

I think there may be a clean set of shifters and some other parts at the shop where I work. I’ll check tomorrow afternoon and get back to you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 06:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 363
Posted By bboy314

A time machine is probably the most useful tech...

A time machine is probably the most useful tech to get back the feel of that bike that felt so fast a few decades ago.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 02:43 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 6,168
Posted By bboy314

Maybe you should take some of your own advice,...

Maybe you should take some of your own advice, take a deep breath and go talk about bikes somewhere…
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-24, 05:45 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,012
Posted By bboy314

In addition to being completely wrong, you are...

In addition to being completely wrong, you are 100% victim blaming here. Maybe consider the post you’re responding to, in which a driver assaulted OP, then turned around to circle back and assault...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-13-24, 05:57 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 761
Posted By bboy314

Pretty sure it’s just a cheap “Shimano SIS”...

Pretty sure it’s just a cheap “Shimano SIS” branded derailleur, similar to this:

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-13-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 859
Posted By bboy314

Can you not reach out to whoever built the two...

Can you not reach out to whoever built the two custom forks?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-13-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 274
Posted By bboy314

At .75 they’ll likely need to replace the...

At .75 they’ll likely need to replace the cassette as well.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-13-24, 05:28 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 465
Posted By bboy314

Measure it and compare with Cannondale’s listed...

Measure it and compare with Cannondale’s listed specs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-13-24, 05:26 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,754
Posted By bboy314

I’ll bet searching this thread title verbatim on...

I’ll bet searching this thread title verbatim on YouTube would get your answer in the first 5 hits.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 05:18 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 268
Posted By bboy314

This is one huge difference between an actual...

This is one huge difference between an actual dealer and a direct to consumer brand.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-09-24, 05:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 182
Posted By bboy314

Big time junk. Best part by far is the paint job.

Big time junk. Best part by far is the paint job.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-09-24, 05:51 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 563
Posted By bboy314

First you should look up the difference between...

First you should look up the difference between fixed gear and single speed.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,832
Posted By bboy314

The hardware probably just needs to be freed from...

The hardware probably just needs to be freed from the top of the post with the bolt loose, then you can adjust the angle. A picture of the saddle rail clamp would help.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 04:44 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,093
Posted By bboy314

16 years and a part broke that’s easy and cheap...

16 years and a part broke that’s easy and cheap to replace - do you really feel like you didn’t get your money’s worth?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-24, 05:33 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,252
Posted By bboy314

144 spoke rims are made to look cool. They are...

144 spoke rims are made to look cool. They are not built with performance in mind. Do yours have steel rims? Can you fit a apple wrench in there?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-24, 04:47 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 754
Posted By bboy314

What about the Delta riser stops you from using...

What about the Delta riser stops you from using spacers? Do you mean spacers on the actual riser tube? What purpose would these serve?

OP, if they didn’t already, have the shop check the headset...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,034
Posted By bboy314

If you want “the best” tires for 30 bucks each, I...

If you want “the best” tires for 30 bucks each, I think you already found them.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-24, 11:30 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 479
Posted By bboy314

I’d ride it if it were already laced up. Probably...

I’d ride it if it were already laced up. Probably wouldn’t bother building it though. Nice QR hubs are easy to come by.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-24, 05:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 401
Posted By bboy314

Shimano says it for exactly the reason pictured...

Shimano says it for exactly the reason pictured above. It’s a common issue. Shimano’s “fix” (band-aid) is to now incorporate a small removable panel under the cable head, to make removal of the cable...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,204
Posted By bboy314

It could definitely be a binding bearing. Another...

It could definitely be a binding bearing. Another potential cause is the freewheel itself. Often a lower quality freewheel will have slip in it, making a “clunk-clunk-clunk” when pedaling. Is the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-24, 05:50 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 908
Posted By bboy314

Whole lot of noise in this thread. In summary: ...

Whole lot of noise in this thread. In summary:

1. it’s a standard 3/8 x 26 TPI nut
2. any decent bike shop will have them for a couple bucks or less
3. some people really like the sound of their...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-24, 08:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 794
Posted By bboy314

Sounds like the rider in that scenario loses.

Sounds like the rider in that scenario loses.
Forum: For Sale
09-02-24, 07:38 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 338
Posted By bboy314

Cool bike. I do believe a price is required for...

Cool bike. I do believe a price is required for forum sales.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-24, 12:00 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 3,306
Posted By bboy314

It’s about time someone was brave enough to...

It’s about time someone was brave enough to express these novel opinions on BF.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 689
Posted By bboy314

Basically this. If you watch a derailleur cage...

Basically this. If you watch a derailleur cage move back to front, as with chain tension, its position left to right will also slightly change. There is some amount of slop built into virtually any...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-02-24, 06:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 689
Posted By bboy314

The tension of an installed chain will affect...

The tension of an installed chain will affect where the cage sits relative to the cogs, so I’d think you might have to readjust after installing the chain at least some of the time.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-02-24, 06:11 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,718
Posted By bboy314

There are just too many deals out there on high...

There are just too many deals out there on high end skinny tire rim brake road bikes. Someone with $2500 to spend has lots of options, including discounted brand new bikes with more modern features....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-01-24, 02:12 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,920
Posted By bboy314

Occam’s razor in effect.

Occam’s razor in effect.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-24, 05:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 783
Posted By bboy314

If your absolute first priority is durability,...

If your absolute first priority is durability, get the Marathon Plus. If you’re willing to sacrifice a little durability (and traction) for a little more speed and less weight, get the Gatorskin. In...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-24, 05:36 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 582
Posted By bboy314

Kind of impossible to answer the question without...

Kind of impossible to answer the question without knowing which Ultegra derailleurs you’re comparing. Both should have a part number on them. I’m guessing the difference in shift feeling is a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-30-24, 10:46 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,920
Posted By bboy314

Firsy step should be using a regular L-shaped hex...

Firsy step should be using a regular L-shaped hex wrench. You’d be surprised how much proper leverage makes a difference.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-24, 07:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 394
Posted By bboy314

Always good to call around to bike shops on the...

Always good to call around to bike shops on the area to help get the word out.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-24, 07:41 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 510
Posted By bboy314

Best to take an actual measurement. There were...

Best to take an actual measurement. There were some Gary Fishers with 1.25” steerers/stems, which is a very rare size and hard to replace.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-26-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,422
Posted By bboy314

Are you wearing out cranksets or just chainrings?

Are you wearing out cranksets or just chainrings?
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-26-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,272
Posted By bboy314

Microshift Advent X drivetrain.

Microshift Advent X drivetrain.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-26-24, 02:59 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 819
Posted By bboy314

If you can do 12-46 there’s the Acolyte cassette....

If you can do 12-46 there’s the Acolyte cassette. Personally I’d probably go 9 or 10 speed and do something like the Advent.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-25-24, 07:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 760
Posted By bboy314

Nicer than the Raleigh and cheaper, I’d much...

Nicer than the Raleigh and cheaper, I’d much sooner make a drive for this one.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-24, 07:50 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,703
Posted By bboy314

I can’t recall whether it was 10 or 11 but I’ve...

I can’t recall whether it was 10 or 11 but I’ve seen this happen a lot with both, excluding older 10 speed without the cables routed along the handlebar.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-24, 07:47 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,422
Posted By bboy314

How heavy is that hub?!

How heavy is that hub?!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-25-24, 06:21 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,129
Posted By bboy314

Different things are different.

Different things are different.
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