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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 12:54 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 409
Posted By RB1-luvr

yep agreed. Oh, and I remembered another bike...

yep agreed. Oh, and I remembered another bike with a terrible ride. I had a BMC (aluminum frame, cf fork) with mid seat tube seat stays. I only kept it a year or so. I could not take the kick in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 409
Posted By RB1-luvr

the early 90s Cannondale 3.0 Crit frames we were...

the early 90s Cannondale 3.0 Crit frames we were given as team sponsorship. They were a good crit axe, but omg anything more than a four corner one mile loop ride on one was torture. They rode...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-10-24, 05:40 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 413
Posted By RB1-luvr

Thanks for the rack suggestion. That's very cool...

Thanks for the rack suggestion. That's very cool and I'll probably have to get one.

I've ridden one of my folders twice now, about eight miles each time after some tuning and servicing (front...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 954
Posted By RB1-luvr

that Walmart bike amazes me.

that Walmart bike amazes me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,925
Posted By RB1-luvr

eesh, good thing the OP's bike shop owner never...

eesh, good thing the OP's bike shop owner never saw my rust bucket Marinoni.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-07-24, 05:54 AM
Replies: 197
Views: 9,004
Posted By RB1-luvr

thanks, now I know what the weird pliers of my...

thanks, now I know what the weird pliers of my grandfathers are (light bulb pliers, non-KD brand).
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-07-24, 05:49 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 413
Posted By RB1-luvr

I test fitted some bags on one last night to see...

I test fitted some bags on one last night to see how I'd configure it for vacation and rode it around the neighborhood again. I like these things. I'm looking forward to using them on the dune...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-05-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 246
Posted By RB1-luvr

beauty.

beauty.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 21,911
Views: 3,222,265
Posted By RB1-luvr

the rust bucket Marinoni's first climb up Meriden...

the rust bucket Marinoni's first climb up Meriden Mountain (700' in one mile) last night. I seem to have fixed the auto shifting problem, so I got that going for me.

...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-05-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 413
Posted By RB1-luvr

oh! Ok, that makes sense. I know nothing of...

oh! Ok, that makes sense. I know nothing of folders so I did not know. Thanks for clearing that up and the link. They are currently $300 for single speed, so this was a good deal.

I wonder how...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 07:02 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,525
Posted By RB1-luvr

I'm the OP's same size and ride same size bike. ...

I'm the OP's same size and ride same size bike. I like 20.5" from the back of the bar to the tip of the saddle. My go-to bar these days are:
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-04-24, 06:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 413
Posted By RB1-luvr

Two new-to-me Dahon folders

I got an idea recently that bringing a folder on family vacation to the Cape might be easier than bringing my touring bike and all the riding gear. Last year I did not bring a bike for first time...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 11:04 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 311
Posted By RB1-luvr

I'd pay $100-$150 here in central CT in that...

I'd pay $100-$150 here in central CT in that condition if it were my size.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 547
Posted By RB1-luvr

If I were not broke, I'd buy this groupset and...

If I were not broke, I'd buy this groupset and have a set of aluminum rim wheels laced for a re-do of my Ritchey Road Logic which is currently Record 11 with Reynolds wheels.
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
05-31-24, 07:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,377
Posted By RB1-luvr

those might be my people.

those might be my people.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 01:11 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 4,700
Posted By RB1-luvr

so how did this work out?

so how did this work out?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 783
Posted By RB1-luvr

I have a 1988 Centurion that is smaller than I...

I have a 1988 Centurion that is smaller than I usually ride. It fits because it has a long top tube. The only downside is that it has shorter cranks than I'm used to.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 01:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 521
Posted By RB1-luvr

moving is a strong motivator and the zen of...

moving is a strong motivator and the zen of minimizing is the perfect time to do it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-24, 06:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 463
Posted By RB1-luvr

I have used the v in a tree in my back yard and a...

I have used the v in a tree in my back yard and a long pipe to straighten a fork, and I drove over one with my car to straighten one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,077
Posted By RB1-luvr

that's a pretty detail.

that's a pretty detail.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,457
Posted By RB1-luvr

I'm just here for the YouTube clips.

I'm just here for the YouTube clips.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 995
Posted By RB1-luvr

oof! best of luck for a speedy recovery.

oof! best of luck for a speedy recovery.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-29-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 536
Posted By RB1-luvr

man, I hope these find a good home. Sweet bikes....

man, I hope these find a good home. Sweet bikes. I paid $125 for my Greyhound which is a similarly equipped bike from 1955 and was in that condition. I would think $150-$200 for the pair is...
Forum: Touring
05-28-24, 11:35 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 685
Posted By RB1-luvr

I have a 2023 Trek 520 (last year they were...

I have a 2023 Trek 520 (last year they were made). It's a good bike for road and light gravel. Maybe you can find a gently used one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,115
Posted By RB1-luvr

I hope I don't miss the post about the ride. The...

I hope I don't miss the post about the ride. The refurbs have been fun to watch.
Forum: Touring
05-28-24, 08:07 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 794
Posted By RB1-luvr

2 person tents for me. I like the extra room for...

2 person tents for me. I like the extra room for my gear.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 544
Posted By RB1-luvr

that's a sweet frame.

that's a sweet frame.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-22-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,604
Posted By RB1-luvr

take care, and thanks.

take care, and thanks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,901
Posted By RB1-luvr

I had a catastrophic flat on my tour bike this...

I had a catastrophic flat on my tour bike this past weekend. The replacement butyl tube I had had the wrong stem length, an error overlooked by me. Luckily, I also had a cheap Alexi Press TPU tube...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-24, 06:27 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,145
Posted By RB1-luvr

my wife won't listen to me about shifting gears.

my wife won't listen to me about shifting gears.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-21-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,404
Posted By RB1-luvr

I would like to know more about this if someone...

I would like to know more about this if someone could point me in the direction of where to read about it.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 110
Views: 4,196
Posted By RB1-luvr

I've noticed the lack of gloves too. Hard to...

I've noticed the lack of gloves too. Hard to believe when your hands are your first line of defense in a crash.

Someone posted a finish line sprint crash picture on Fb recently with three riders...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 3,602
Views: 464,796
Posted By RB1-luvr

It is painful when they go. I swore I'd never...

It is painful when they go. I swore I'd never get another cat after my Fifi died in 2010, but then this darn feral had to come along. ugh.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 11:09 AM
Replies: 3,602
Views: 464,796
Posted By RB1-luvr

oh no. The review on Amazon reads that a box of...

oh no. The review on Amazon reads that a box of tissues are required at the end. Not sure I can handle that, but I'm always looking for a good book.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 08:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 367
Posted By RB1-luvr

85 Cannondales shed their paint (powdercoat?) in...

85 Cannondales shed their paint (powdercoat?) in chunks - how is it that that one looks so good? Nice color.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 08:24 AM
Replies: 3,602
Views: 464,796
Posted By RB1-luvr

Buttons has a spot he naps on against the house...

Buttons has a spot he naps on against the house amongst the plantings. My 8-year-old daughter made a sign:
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,541
Posted By RB1-luvr

clearly, I think we can all agree that a new bike...

clearly, I think we can all agree that a new bike is in order. It's only right.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-16-24, 07:29 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,003
Posted By RB1-luvr

holy crap.

holy crap.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 07:25 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,541
Posted By RB1-luvr

pretty sure you did, but just in case... you...

pretty sure you did, but just in case... you greased the threads of the bb prior to torquing?

If you hold the bike by the seatpost and stem, and place your foot on the center of the crank and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 07:18 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,487
Posted By RB1-luvr

This is an incredible thread. I need a nap.

This is an incredible thread. I need a nap.
Forum: Utility Cycling
05-15-24, 12:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,737
Posted By RB1-luvr

I have been BOB curious since I started one or...

I have been BOB curious since I started one or two-night bike camping trips in the mid 2000s. Would be great to hook to my Specialized CruX and ride the 50 miles to camp on the Airline Trail...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 10:47 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,875
Posted By RB1-luvr

This bike is so beautiful. You lucky guy.

This bike is so beautiful. You lucky guy.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-15-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 707
Posted By RB1-luvr

I hope your gravel/cross country mtb injury feels...

I hope your gravel/cross country mtb injury feels better soon.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-15-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,232
Posted By RB1-luvr

those appear to be aluminum rims. Hard to tell,...

those appear to be aluminum rims. Hard to tell, but the rear wheel looks to be bolted, not quick release. That bike is def worth $60. You could ride it as is or upgrade it a bit.
Forum: Introductions
05-15-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 361
Posted By RB1-luvr

you'll learn a lot here. Welcome.

you'll learn a lot here. Welcome.
Forum: Introductions
05-15-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 11
Hi!
Views: 423
Posted By RB1-luvr

Welcome to BF. Tell us a little about yourself.

Welcome to BF. Tell us a little about yourself.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 1,944
Views: 118,195
Posted By RB1-luvr

can't think of a better way to start Humpday than...

can't think of a better way to start Humpday than by shirking work responsibilities and reading about Huffente. My day can only go downhill from here.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-24, 08:01 AM
Replies: 118
Views: 4,578
Posted By RB1-luvr

^^ I have gotten out of the habit of regularly...

^^ I have gotten out of the habit of regularly filling very small cuts in my tires with super glue gel. I learned of it while watching pro mechanics do it to their racer's bikes. I need to get back...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 675
Posted By RB1-luvr

neat stuff. Thanks for posting.

neat stuff. Thanks for posting.
Forum: BMX
05-13-24, 11:19 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 677
Posted By RB1-luvr

this is one of my missed goals in life (I'll be...

this is one of my missed goals in life (I'll be 60 this year). I always wanted to do it, and never did. I didn't know anyone into it when younger, and then thought I'd have a chance in my mid 50s...
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