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Forum: Folding Bikes
09-19-24, 07:41 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 89
Posted By RoadWearier

Which Citizen Bike is this? Is it Junk?

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Forum: Folding Bikes
09-14-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 283
Posted By RoadWearier

Well I made a 90 minute round trip to look at it....

Well I made a 90 minute round trip to look at it. It was sitting outside at a trailer, hillbilly compound with mounds of old trucks, junk, rusty piles of stuff. No idea where this old lady got it. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-13-24, 08:24 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 3,597
Posted By RoadWearier

Cool bike. I guess the disc is a pro for some...

Cool bike. I guess the disc is a pro for some people. That and the hi-tensile forks must be why it's a chubby 30 lbs. Is there something else I'm not seeing? It looks better than the zizzos imho
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-13-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 795
Posted By RoadWearier

What's a DA mech? The guy selling it was...

What's a DA mech?

The guy selling it was really unpleasant and wouldn't let me ride it. I offered $75 and he declined. Oh well. It's kind of a meh bike. Not sure it's really any better than a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-13-24, 07:20 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 795
Posted By RoadWearier

Actually according to the interwebz it's a 1990...

Actually according to the interwebz it's a 1990 based on decals. So Chromoly triangle but Hi-tensile stays and forks. Indexed friction shifters which for me is neither pro nor con. Is that...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-13-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 795
Posted By RoadWearier

Well the kid isn't answering me. So he either...

Well the kid isn't answering me. So he either sold it or changed his mind. But I found another World Sport! It's $100. Looks like a later model year. Maybe mid 80s?
...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-12-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 283
Posted By RoadWearier

It's not. But low enough for me. And the hills I...

It's not. But low enough for me. And the hills I ride
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-12-24, 03:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 283
Posted By RoadWearier

Yeah I think the Public Bikes V9, although 9...

Yeah I think the Public Bikes V9, although 9 gears had 31 gear inches. The via is 34. Not sure how much difference that will make
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-12-24, 03:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 283
Posted By RoadWearier

Used Zizzo Via vs New/Refurb Zizzo Liberte

Ok....so there's someone close buy who is selling a used Via for $150.

Pros: It's $320 less than a new liberte so if I don't like it, I probably won't lose much.

Cons: 4 pounds Heavier than...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-12-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 795
Posted By RoadWearier

I thought lower end vintage road bikes had had...

I thought lower end vintage road bikes had had the rider sitting up more. Made less for racing and more for neighborhood riding.

Anyways I may just buy this Centurion for $60 and swap out the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-12-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 795
Posted By RoadWearier

Yeah you are right. Dunno what I was thinking. If...

Yeah you are right. Dunno what I was thinking. If nothing else that's a nice frame and if the wheels are alloy. The bike isn't going anywhere. This kid has been trying to sell it for months. He's in...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-12-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 795
Posted By RoadWearier

​​​​​​You have a good point. Can one do a good...

​​​​​​You have a good point. Can one do a good job without a truing stand? It killed me to watch this kid ride over to me on completely flat tires. And he wasn't a small person. Probably over 200lbs...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-12-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 795
Posted By RoadWearier

Nothing, it was a fine bike. However I'm still...

Nothing, it was a fine bike. However I'm still too bent over with my neck extended. I've played with seat height, and moving it for and aft. I also noticed that the stem had been raised past it's...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-12-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 795
Posted By RoadWearier

Good to know. I was on the fence because I really...

Good to know. I was on the fence because I really wanted something to ride this weekend and getting tubes and tires will take me past that time frame. How much to true the wheels?

Also do you have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-24, 09:25 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

Wise words, indeed. The ignore list helps with...

Wise words, indeed. The ignore list helps with the negativity a lot. This forum has hundreds of active knowledgeable members and maybe 20 trolls. Of that, maybe 8-12 repeat offenders. The...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-12-24, 07:50 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 795
Posted By RoadWearier

Would Anyone Buy a Schwinn World Sport for $20?

Would need new tubes and tires, rear brake sticking. Rims somewhat out of true. No rust. When I went to meet the kid selling it. Really bad neighborhood he was riding it. He said the last owner...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

It really was just a matter of more force. The...

It really was just a matter of more force. The point where the seat is marked to the seat post was just so well matched it really looked like it was all one piece. The highlighted picture someone...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-10-24, 02:14 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,412
Posted By RoadWearier

Well that bike sold already. There is a Tern C8...

Well that bike sold already. There is a Tern C8 I might look at. Although the folding bike reviewer on YouTube really bashed Tern. Can't remember his name but he rides a lot of Bromptons and seems...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 703
Posted By RoadWearier

These are all great ideas, but if I have to spend...

These are all great ideas, but if I have to spend hours online or driving all over the city looking for special fittings and hose clamps, I'll just junk it. I have to wonder if after market hoses...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-10-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,412
Posted By RoadWearier

Ok! I'll go check it out Sunday!

Ok! I'll go check it out Sunday!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 09:49 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

Thanks. I got it sorted. Appreciate the help!

Thanks. I got it sorted. Appreciate the help!
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-10-24, 07:17 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,412
Posted By RoadWearier

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Well to add to the confusion this one came up for $250. Plus...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

Thanks I have it working fine. I appreciate your...

Thanks I have it working fine. I appreciate your pleasant and constructive help. That puts you in the minority here, but people like you are why I keep coming back here for assistance. Have good...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 06:24 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

That's fine with me. Since you want to fight I'll...

That's fine with me. Since you want to fight I'll put you there as well. The people who want to fight almost never have anything to add.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 05:57 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

I have. Have you? Seeing as how you basically...

I have. Have you? Seeing as how you basically just joined the thread to fight, I'll add you to the ignore list as well. Nice talking to you.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-24, 08:24 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 703
Posted By RoadWearier

One more person to add to the ignore list

One more person to add to the ignore list
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 703
Posted By RoadWearier

Thanks for the helpful comment. I think I...

Thanks for the helpful comment. I think I mentioned why I was trying to fix it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 08:16 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

You are now on my ignore list. Thanks for...

You are now on my ignore list. Thanks for playing. Have a nice evening.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

I'm not mistaken. People on here can be caustic. ...

I'm not mistaken. People on here can be caustic. Give it a rest.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

Not insulting. Just stating a fact. And I really...

Not insulting. Just stating a fact. And I really don't want to get into a long argument about it. Again...I thank everyone who helped me.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 06:12 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 356
Posted By RoadWearier

​​​​​​You have described my rear derailleur "last...

​​​​​​You have described my rear derailleur "last loop" perfectly! That is indeed what is there. When you say "less friction" do you mean in terms of wear on the cable from the cable guides, or in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 05:57 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

Ok. Fair enough. Thanks again for the help....

Ok. Fair enough. Thanks again for the help. Care to comment on my other questions about the derailleur cable? I'm not a stupid person. I'm sure a lot of these questions seem obvious. But I'm new...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

Your picture was actually helpful. The link was...

Your picture was actually helpful. The link was not. There was no video that I could see. And the steps did not include adjusting seat tilt. Just height and fore and aft adjustment. But thank you....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 703
Posted By RoadWearier

I bought it several years ago so no help there. ...

I bought it several years ago so no help there. It wasn't terribly expensive. Not was a general foot pump. Not sure why it would have to be bicycle specific. I've pumped up dozens of tires with it....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 05:13 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 356
Posted By RoadWearier

Derailleur Cable Replacement Questions

Front derailleur cable snapped. 1985ish non-indexed friction shifters. Got a cable from Rei that didn't look quite like the original. The salesperson knew even less than I know about bikes and sure...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

Ok. It's straight now. Thanks for all of the...

Ok. It's straight now. Thanks for all of the help and advice. I realize this isn't rocket science. I guess if I want help on here I have to accept the jerky comments. Thanks for the help.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

I hear you. But I don't think there is slippage....

I hear you. But I don't think there is slippage. There simply is no way to adjust tilt. When the seat post clamp bolt is tightened there is no play or ability to adjust tilt. The seat rails tighten...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 06:05 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

Given all of the answers I've received, I can...

Given all of the answers I've received, I can only assume I'm not explaining it well. I will send a picture of the seat post and rails to show what I mean. I may just buy a two bolt seat post like...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 05:57 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

Again, there is one bolt, not two. Did I not say...

Again, there is one bolt, not two. Did I not say that in the OP?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-24, 08:20 PM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,869
Posted By RoadWearier

Seat Tilting Downward...Do I need to Buy a New Seat?

Just picked up a 1985 Panasonic Touring Deluxe Bike. Rides fine, no complaints. Except the seat tips down sharply. This is an older bike so the seat post doesn't have two Allen bolt points to adjust...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 703
Posted By RoadWearier

Replacement Foot Pump Hose and Fittings...Can't find

The nozzle on my foot pump got squashed and I'm wondering if any one knows of a place where I can get a replacement. Issue is the pump has a threaded male end. And all of the pumps I see including my...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-07-24, 08:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 528
Posted By RoadWearier

Nice! What's the difference between the two? One...

Nice! What's the difference between the two? One has better components?
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-06-24, 03:43 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 486
Posted By RoadWearier

You are the folding bike GURU! When you say...

You are the folding bike GURU! When you say "bottom.hinged" what do you mean? Can't decide whether to get this bike, or a cool 80s Panasonic. I know, different bikes, but they both fill different...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-05-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 528
Posted By RoadWearier

Panasonic Touring Deluxe? Is this Worth the Money?

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Forum: Folding Bikes
09-05-24, 07:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 486
Posted By RoadWearier

Which Model Dahon 8 Speed is This? Anyone Own one?

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Forum: Folding Bikes
09-03-24, 07:43 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,412
Posted By RoadWearier

Is that the origami Swift? The gear inches are a...

Is that the origami Swift? The gear inches are a good selling point for me. A lot heavier than the Zizzo but I'll definitely consider it.
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-02-24, 05:22 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,412
Posted By RoadWearier

Thanks for all of the info! Maybe I will stick...

Thanks for all of the info! Maybe I will stick with my original decision and get a new Liberte. While probably not as fast, seems like it will fold neater and easier and it comes with wider tires. ...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-02-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,412
Posted By RoadWearier

Bike Friday Pockit Rocket Value?

I was all set to order a Zizzo Liberte but then, of course, I see this to confuse things more. The more I think about what I "Need", the more I'm thinking this might make sense. From reading on...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-01-24, 06:00 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 540
Posted By RoadWearier

Yeah he has a lot of accessories that come with...

Yeah he has a lot of accessories that come with it, but I don't see grocery shopping with it. Really just want a bike I can take to Atlanta and keep in the trunk of my Corolla. I've never had a...
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