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06-18-24, 01:18 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 596
Posted By gaucho777

I didn’t realize about Quick Glo. I was just...

I didn’t realize about Quick Glo. I was just thinking today that it’s time to order some more. Too bad since that is a product I loved to recommend. I guess I’ll have to give the Pink Stuff a try.
06-17-24, 04:24 PM
Replies: 21,935
Views: 3,242,167
Posted By gaucho777

My daughter has beach volleyball practice in...

My daughter has beach volleyball practice in Alameda three mornings per week while I am on summer vacation from teaching. Today I brought a bike and putzed around and explored Alameda. It is a small...
06-16-24, 06:31 PM
Replies: 21,935
Views: 3,242,167
Posted By gaucho777

Happy Father’s Day! I met a couple friends/fellow...

Happy Father’s Day! I met a couple friends/fellow fathers this morning in Berkeley and rode across the Richmond-San Rafael Bridge across the bay. From there we headed south to the Tiburon Peninsula,...
06-16-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 297
Posted By gaucho777

It is possible to bend a forged crank arm. Many...

It is possible to bend a forged crank arm. Many years ago, I got side-swiped by a van and my 1st-gen Chorus crank arm ended up with a bend.

Your bend could have been caused any number of things...
06-15-24, 04:25 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 623
Posted By gaucho777

Any chance you would consider separating those...

Any chance you would consider separating those items? I am just about finished with my latest project and I just discovered that my recently purchased levers are missing those plates for aero ...
06-15-24, 04:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 292
Posted By gaucho777

Thanks, John. That is helpful. The T.A. spindle I...

Thanks, John. That is helpful. The T.A. spindle I purchased (which should arrive tomorrow) is marked 374, so that bodes well.
06-14-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 292
Posted By gaucho777

obrentharris, Brent, thanks for reaching out with...

obrentharris, Brent, thanks for reaching out with your offer. I think I may be set now. I bit the bullet and purchased a 124mm asymmetrical T.A spindle online. Paid a bit of an impatience penalty but...
06-13-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 292
Posted By gaucho777

Looking for a 68. The bike is a Motobecane Grand...

Looking for a 68. The bike is a Motobecane Grand Jubilee, fwiw. I’m going to head over to the co-op later this afternoon and dig through their bins as well. Cheers.
06-12-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 292
Posted By gaucho777

Yes, looking for a bottom bracket spindle. I...

Yes, looking for a bottom bracket spindle. I already have French-threaded Stronglight cups installed. I just need a longer BB spindle to convert from a double to triple. The 120mm and 121mm spindles...
06-12-24, 03:15 PM
Replies: 8,869
Views: 1,171,116
Posted By gaucho777

When I was a young lad of about 11, I got it in...

When I was a young lad of about 11, I got it in my head that I wanted to leave my bmx days behind and get into road cycling. Fast-forward to age 13 after a couple years of working odd jobs and saving...
06-10-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 511
Posted By gaucho777

I hope our significant others don’t find out...

I hope our significant others don’t find out about this.
06-10-24, 05:14 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 292
Posted By gaucho777

WTB: 124+ mm BB Spindle - Stronglight/T.A. or similar

I am looking for a long bottom bracket spindle to help me triplize my Motobecane. Need at least 124mm length, asymmetrical I believe.

Cranks are Stronglight, so I’d prefer to find a Stronglight,...
06-10-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 6,587
Views: 831,400
Posted By gaucho777

Have/WTT: Frame-mount Simplex triple front...

Have/WTT: Frame-mount Simplex triple front derailleur.

ISO: Similar clamp-on Simplex triple front derailleur.
...
06-10-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 6,587
Views: 831,400
Posted By gaucho777

Good eyes. Yes, I’m aware it’s an Italian rear...

Good eyes. Yes, I’m aware it’s an Italian rear hub. I do have Italian freewheels. However, I believe a previous owner may have installed an English/ISO freewheel on this hub since my English/ISO...
06-10-24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 6,587
Views: 831,400
Posted By gaucho777

Edit: got what I need. ISO: 1. Low-flange...

Edit: got what I need.

ISO:
1. Low-flange 32H Record front hub with globe logo. User condition is fine.

2. I could also use a locknut and washer for the rear hub (so I don’t have to steal one...
06-05-24, 08:45 PM
Replies: 3,274
Views: 441,519
Posted By gaucho777

On my commute home today, I had a bit of an issue...

On my commute home today, I had a bit of an issue with my Dugast tubular. My ride home is about 4 miles mostly downhill. The tire felt fine on the way to work, but on the way home it didn’t feel...
06-04-24, 05:52 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,392
Posted By gaucho777

You use the end of the quick release on the end...

You use the end of the quick release on the end where the pump peg would typically go. The other end with the pump head nestles in between the tubes at the seat cluster. Works fine with either a...
06-03-24, 05:12 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,392
Posted By gaucho777

I am a fan of the pump under the non-drive-side...

I am a fan of the pump under the non-drive-side seat stay.

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06-03-24, 01:50 AM
Replies: 3,274
Views: 441,519
Posted By gaucho777

I've been on the hunt for a Vittoria Terreno Dry...

I've been on the hunt for a Vittoria Terreno Dry tubular tire. I bought one, and like it, and figured I'd be able to find a matching one to make a pair, but they seem to be discontinued. I see lots...
06-03-24, 01:34 AM
Replies: 6,587
Views: 831,400
Posted By gaucho777

ISO: Blue Bullseye pulleys (did they make 'em in...

ISO: Blue Bullseye pulleys (did they make 'em in blue?) - rider condition is fine.

HAVE: Red Bullseye pulleys, and lots of other stuff too numerous to list.
05-30-24, 09:29 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 913
Posted By gaucho777

Is this center-to-center? Top tube measurement? ...

Is this center-to-center? Top tube measurement?

The stem, which is beautiful, looks rather elevated. Above the min insertion mark?

Very attractive bike. I'm curious about the upper head tube...
05-30-24, 01:13 AM
Replies: 1,153
Views: 69,333
Posted By gaucho777

Fair enough. I just had some bad experiences,...

Fair enough. I just had some bad experiences, including stripped threads on the stand, paint damage to a bike, plus a broken cable guide (user error). Also found it very wobbly. I just grew to hate...
05-30-24, 12:00 AM
Replies: 1,153
Views: 69,333
Posted By gaucho777

I used to have one of those stands. Brings back...

I used to have one of those stands. Brings back bad memories. Not recommended at any price.
05-29-24, 08:52 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,133
Posted By gaucho777

Stand on the pedals and bounce to see if you get...

Stand on the pedals and bounce to see if you get any separation between the seat tube and the bottom bracket. Better yet, stand on the pedals and have someone else look for the separation, or try to...
05-26-24, 09:05 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 392
Posted By gaucho777

+1 to trakhak. I used to own a TT bike in the 80s...

+1 to trakhak. I used to own a TT bike in the 80s with a 26” tubular front wheel. The tire labels don’t mention the size? Dugast doesn’t have a big label, but I’m surprised they wouldn’t include the...
Forum: Commuting
05-23-24, 04:25 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,415
Posted By gaucho777

woodway (WA) __________________________ 1558...

woodway (WA) __________________________ 1558 (1573 total)
The Chemist (China) ___________________ 1441 (2941mi total as of 24 April)
gaucho777 ______________________________ 667.2 miles
Campfire...
05-22-24, 08:55 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 45,286
Posted By gaucho777

To quote the esteemed Sir-Mix-a-Lot, “I like blue...

To quote the esteemed Sir-Mix-a-Lot, “I like blue bikes, and I cannot lie,” or something like that.
...
05-22-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 407
Posted By gaucho777

PM sent. (I might also be interested in the bars...

PM sent. (I might also be interested in the bars you have listed separately.)
05-21-24, 12:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 441
Posted By gaucho777

Yep. I paint liberally with a brush and Testors...

Yep. I paint liberally with a brush and Testors paint, then wait a bit (10-20 minutes) for it to start to dry, and then wipe raised surfaces clean with a rag. You can dab the rag/paper towel in a...
05-20-24, 11:21 PM
Replies: 21,935
Views: 3,242,167
Posted By gaucho777

Funny you should ask. I give my 4th grade...

Funny you should ask. I give my 4th grade students a weekly spelling quiz. For the final spelling quiz of the year to be given next week, I'm letting the students propose the words for the spelling...
05-20-24, 11:06 PM
Replies: 8,047
Views: 1,004,946
Posted By gaucho777

A few weeks ago, I picked up a very early Zinn...

A few weeks ago, I picked up a very early Zinn frame from curbtender. It bears a lot of similarities to the first frame Leonard Zinn ever built...
05-20-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,026
Posted By gaucho777

+1. I'm in a similar position. I did some quick...

+1. I'm in a similar position. I did some quick back-of-the-envelope calculations, weighing the cost of the bike along with a new wife, plus a garage expansion…:foo: :tandem:…nope, not gonna work...
05-20-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 441
Posted By gaucho777

Can confirm: 32t with room to spare on my...

Can confirm: 32t with room to spare on my Motobecane Grand Jubile. (FYI, I added the black paint fill.)
...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-24, 05:21 PM
Replies: 153
Views: 9,173
Posted By gaucho777

Belated update from Friday...I decided to take...

Belated update from Friday...I decided to take one of my alternate, long routes home. My normal commute is only about 4 miles each way, but it's mostly uphill on the way to work, and I get some nice...
Forum: Commuting
05-20-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,415
Posted By gaucho777

woodway (WA) __________________________ 1558...

woodway (WA) __________________________ 1558 (1573 total)
The Chemist (China) ___________________ 1441 (2941mi total as of 24 April)
gaucho777 ______________________________ 632.1 miles (as of...
05-20-24, 05:07 PM
Replies: 21,935
Views: 3,242,167
Posted By gaucho777

Nice photos ExPatTyke You've helped remind me of...

Nice photos ExPatTyke You've helped remind me of a trip my wife & I took through the England countryside in 2015. Along the way, we stayed at a hotel on the Royal Crescent in Bath. It was a very...
05-20-24, 12:29 AM
Replies: 21,935
Views: 3,242,167
Posted By gaucho777

I met up with davester and a couple other guys...

I met up with davester and a couple other guys for a popular local route known as “the Bears”—a back country loop that circles a couple reservoirs in the hills east of Berkeley. Great company and...
05-17-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 21,935
Views: 3,242,167
Posted By gaucho777

My commute is just over 4 mostly uphill miles to...

My commute is just over 4 mostly uphill miles to a school overlooking the sf bay. It’s a wonderful way to start the day. Today I took one of my alternate, long routes home through some trails in...
05-10-24, 01:22 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,872
Posted By gaucho777

What a terrible idea! I would never take on a...

What a terrible idea! I would never take on a project if I took that approach. We are supposed to be enablers, not dissuaders. ;)
05-09-24, 07:41 PM
Replies: 1,153
Views: 69,333
Posted By gaucho777

Ebay listing: Avocet cycling shoes (LINK)...

Ebay listing: Avocet cycling shoes (LINK)...
05-09-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 513
Views: 47,890
Posted By gaucho777

oops. My mistake. I thought I was posting in the...

oops. My mistake. I thought I was posting in the other “Are you looking for…?” thread.
05-09-24, 06:02 PM
Replies: 513
Views: 47,890
Posted By gaucho777

Ebay listing: Avocet cycling shoes (LINK)...

Ebay listing: Avocet cycling shoes (LINK)...
Forum: Commuting
05-06-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 424
Posted By gaucho777

I usually wear liners or traditional cycling...

I usually wear liners or traditional cycling shorts under casual shorts for my commute. (I teach 4th grade, so I personally would feel a little awkward walking around in just lycra shorts around the...
Forum: Commuting
05-06-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 3,415
Posted By gaucho777

woodway (WA) __________________________ 1558...

woodway (WA) __________________________ 1558 (1573 total)
The Chemist (China) ___________________ 1441 (2941mi total as of 24 April)
gaucho777 ______________________________ 527.0 miles (as of 5/3)...
05-02-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 1,153
Views: 69,333
Posted By gaucho777

https://www.ebay.com/itm/156190468745?itmmeta=01HW...

https://www.ebay.com/itm/156190468745?itmmeta=01HWXQ4NR2J6RXG3GP31HGFVPY&hash=item245dad6a89:g:bxgAAOSwGH5mMrRF
...
05-01-24, 02:10 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 607
Posted By gaucho777

I’d like to buy the Tipo HF hub set if still...

I’d like to buy the Tipo HF hub set if still available. PM incoming…
04-28-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 21,935
Views: 3,242,167
Posted By gaucho777

After finishing some house chores I had a couple...

After finishing some house chores I had a couple free hours before needing to drive my daughter to volleyball practice. There was a local street fair down the road (the “Gilman District Street Fair”...
04-27-24, 09:52 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,832
Posted By gaucho777

A few shots at the summit, including more bike...

A few shots at the summit, including more bike photos.

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Lick Observatory & Mt...
04-27-24, 09:38 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,832
Posted By gaucho777

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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A line of cyclists on the lower slopes...
04-27-24, 09:32 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 3,832
Posted By gaucho777

A great day indeed. Lots of wonderful vintage...

A great day indeed. Lots of wonderful vintage bikes and vintage people. A beautiful day for my first ascent of Mt. Hamilton.
JoeBass, sorry I didn’t get a chance to introduce myself. I was the guy...
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