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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 08:28 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 68
Posted By Steve B.

If your current is using quick release with 130...

If your current is using quick release with 130 rear spacing as well as rim brakes, a wheel upgrade might be an issue, those wheels are getting scarce. Especially if trying to go carbon with a lower...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 104
Posted By Steve B.

I have tubeless 28 mm Conti GP5000 tires on the...

I have tubeless 28 mm Conti GP5000 tires on the OEM Bontrager wheels, the tires measure at 30mm real life and there’s easily room for a 32. I’ll take pictures if it helps. I personally find that a...
Forum: Northeast
06-11-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 122
Posted By Steve B.

Also: Farmington Canal Heritage Trail. New...

Also:

Farmington Canal Heritage Trail. New Haven, CT. to Northampton, MA or so, 81 miles long, mostly complete.

Mass Central Rail Trail, goes east/west. 60 miles complete
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,300
Posted By Steve B.

Well, that’s true, but there are still thousands...

Well, that’s true, but there are still thousands or hundreds of thousands of cyclists using 10 year old road bikes, who likely will at some point find that 25mm tires are hard to find. Not to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 104
Posted By Steve B.

I’m 2 mos, on an Emonda SL7. It’s by far the...

I’m 2 mos, on an Emonda SL7. It’s by far the smoothest and most comfortable bike I’ve owned, and this is my 12th road bike. I’ve had 3 different aluminum, 3 steel, the rest carbon. I can’t state...
Forum: Northeast
06-11-24, 01:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 122
Posted By Steve B.

Walkill Valley Rail Trail, New Paltz. ...

Walkill Valley Rail Trail, New Paltz.

Walkway Over The Hudson and Putnam Rail trail that goes south 14 miles to Hopewell Junction, then another 22 miles SE to Brewster. All paved except Walkill...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,300
Posted By Steve B.

Thanks Chaadster, good images. I've been cycling...

Thanks Chaadster, good images. I've been cycling since late 80's but can say I have paid zero attention to how the interior of the assorted rims I've used have been constructed, they have always been...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 495
Posted By Steve B.

I’m not getting the opposition to tow vehicle...

I’m not getting the opposition to tow vehicle roof rack. Thousands of folks do exactly this. Yeas a hit on gas mileage which happens towing a trailer anyway, so kind of moot issue. Bugs easy to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 379
Posted By Steve B.

Certainly riding with a buddy on a very windy day...

Certainly riding with a buddy on a very windy day motivates me to go, where I might otherwise see the forecast “winds Northeast 15, gusting to 25”. I might bag it, but meeting somebody I hate to...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-11-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 79
Posted By Steve B.

My systems do exactly what Kai has described

My systems do exactly what Kai has described
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-24, 07:28 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,300
Posted By Steve B.

There are a lot of people riding some very nice...

There are a lot of people riding some very nice yet old road bikes whose frames are limited to 25's. They would hate to see them discontinued.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 06:25 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,300
Posted By Steve B.

Basic clincher rims did not have the side shelves...

Basic clincher rims did not have the side shelves to better seat the tire. You didn't need to pay attention to having the bead in the center of the rim with a non-tubeless rim.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 03:35 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,071
Posted By Steve B.

Well, in defence, I'm a clyde and this was too...

Well, in defence, I'm a clyde and this was too much a noodle for my riding/mash the pedals style, etc.... I had 2 Kleins prior that were great bikes. In contemplating a new road bike this spring, I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 1,519
Posted By Steve B.

Golf cart is not a pedestrian in a crosswalk so I...

Golf cart is not a pedestrian in a crosswalk so I would just say screw them and go.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-24, 06:39 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,071
Posted By Steve B.

Lemond Victorie titanium, 2000. It was a warranty...

Lemond Victorie titanium, 2000. It was a warranty replacement from Trek, replacing a wonderful Klein Quantum with a broken seat post clamp (integrated). There were no Kleins left, so I tried...
Forum: Touring
06-09-24, 09:17 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,420
Posted By Steve B.

No experience riding some of this except some on...

No experience riding some of this except some on the Erie Canal. I do know of one member here -JPPE or something, did a supported cross country a few years ago, used US Rt 20 the whole way to Mass. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 04:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 495
Posted By Steve B.

This is a frequent topic on the NuCamp teardrop...

This is a frequent topic on the NuCamp teardrop FB page, NuCamp does not provide for nor recommends a hitch on the rear due to an increase in weight that adversely affects the handling “of their...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 739
Posted By Steve B.

Only gotcha on wheels is somewhat dependent in...

Only gotcha on wheels is somewhat dependent in what wheels he has now, upgrading might be a dead path. If he has rim brake wheels with 130mm QR, any future bike might well have disc brakes and thru...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,300
Posted By Steve B.

In my experience, the issue has been using...

In my experience, the issue has been using clincher tires with tubeless designed rims. There was a learning curve installing as we learned to get the bead seated in the center channel and off the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 12:40 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,300
Posted By Steve B.

Thank you for this, I was not clear on how the...

Thank you for this, I was not clear on how the different rims were designed and functioned. I am curious as to what (if any) advantage there is to a hookless tubeless rim vs. the hooked type. I can...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,300
Posted By Steve B.

Should be no difference but in reality there is....

Should be no difference but in reality there is. The OEM Bontrager clinchers mounted and dismounted from the Bontrager with pretty much one tire lever needed. The Conti GP5000 S TR tubeless needed...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,300
Posted By Steve B.

It can be a big pain as you need to mount the...

It can be a big pain as you need to mount the first bead and make sure the bead sits in the center channel, then do the same with the 2nd side of the tire. Hard to mount if any of the bead is...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-07-24, 06:14 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,300
Posted By Steve B.

I was of the same thought. I carry 3 CO2 anyway,...

I was of the same thought. I carry 3 CO2 anyway, plus 2 tubes, so switching to a plug and dumped a tube when I went tubeless. Really very dependent on the rim design. I hate dealing with tubeless...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 739
Posted By Steve B.

A buddy rides a middle level Trek aluminum with...

A buddy rides a middle level Trek aluminum with Sora, he keeps up with us just fine, me on a new Trek carbon with Ultegra Di2. Upgrading will not make you faster. Might shift better. You need to...
Forum: Commuting
06-07-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 458
Posted By Steve B.

My bike commute was never the same route as my...

My bike commute was never the same route as my car commute. My bike commute maximized use of bike lanes and paths. My car used the parkway. My car commute was 1:20 to 1:40. My bike commute was 2...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 04:00 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,616
Posted By Steve B.

It’s possible to deactivate using the settings on...

It’s possible to deactivate using the settings on one of the Garmin computers. You can select modes on the GPS screen
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 03:38 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,616
Posted By Steve B.

It’s still useful in congested conditions, just...

It’s still useful in congested conditions, just turn off audible alarms. This way it’s still functioning for when you need to move into the lane for parked cars, turn left, etc…
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 03:27 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,300
Posted By Steve B.

Yes, that’s what I got. I wonder if I’ll ever...

Yes, that’s what I got. I wonder if I’ll ever need it
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,300
Posted By Steve B.

5-7 minutes. I've changed enough in 35 years to...

5-7 minutes. I've changed enough in 35 years to be good and fast at it. I also use good tires, either GP4S or GP5000, so go a few years usually without a flat. I cannot say if it's faster to plug...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 01:54 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,232
Posted By Steve B.

Agree

Agree
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 01:35 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,232
Posted By Steve B.

Also good points, they convict for murder on...

Also good points, they convict for murder on circumstantial. This case maybe not so clear cut ?. Some guy complains he saw 2 guys naked in public, reports to police. Maybe no video or other...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-06-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 3,602
Views: 465,272
Posted By Steve B.

The Kas saga continues. In communication with her...

The Kas saga continues. In communication with her former owners, turns out she was a much more affectionate cat with them, who loved to cuddle with Mom and Dad on the couch, etc….. We did not know...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 01:20 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,232
Posted By Steve B.

No, you make a good point that the cops really...

No, you make a good point that the cops really needed to observe this first hand to have arrested. Somebodies complaint is as you say, really not enough. My point was it should be basic knowledge...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 171
Views: 5,232
Posted By Steve B.

Well, public indecency is on the books in a lot...

Well, public indecency is on the books in a lot of states and you risk the ire of the local cops if you undress in public and somebody sees you and complains. That was the stupid part. I take off...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 116
Views: 2,300
Posted By Steve B.

Went tubeless road a month ago, so a few hundred...

Went tubeless road a month ago, so a few hundred miles now. I can run less air (70-80), so ride quality is even better. I’m using GP5000 S TR in a 28mm. On my Bontrager Aeolus 37 rims they...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,616
Posted By Steve B.

I’m 2 weeks or so in a Varia 715. I got the...

I’m 2 weeks or so in a Varia 715. I got the camera version as I ride alone a lot and figured good to have a recording of that numbnut that rear ends me. In use, it’s very good at what it needs to...
Forum: Fatbikes
06-04-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 266
Posted By Steve B.

Car ?, e-bike ?, lwn mower ?. Would you maybe...

Car ?, e-bike ?, lwn mower ?. Would you maybe contemplate that you have given us little to work on.
Forum: Touring
06-04-24, 11:13 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,420
Posted By Steve B.

From NYC, generally due west is thru the...

From NYC, generally due west is thru the difficult hills of Penn. I have seen routes that either take the southern NY route past Binghamton, which is not not hilly, or heading to Albany and west on...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-02-24, 08:47 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 445
Posted By Steve B.

Agree, the 1030 Plus got a lot of OS upgrades...

Agree, the 1030 Plus got a lot of OS upgrades that they sadly did not send to the 1030, but why would they ?. I ended up skipping the Plus and got the 1040 on sale at my LBS. It's a terrific device.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-24, 07:57 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,390
Posted By Steve B.

Well of course it is. Not having to buy the...

Well of course it is. Not having to buy the cross bars saves upwards of $150 or so. It's a significant part of the cost of the system.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 07:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 356
Posted By Steve B.

As I recall the TI area, lots of good quality...

As I recall the TI area, lots of good quality paved rural roads. I think you need to go a bit east to find more dirt roads. Ditto over a bridge in Canada. Thus I'd maybe be thinking road bike or...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-01-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,035
Posted By Steve B.

Yes, though my spelling is correct, named after...

Yes, though my spelling is correct, named after Dwight. I believe that after a few accidents, they painted the bollards red.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-01-24, 03:30 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,035
Posted By Steve B.

Nonsense. There are always good examples. ...

Nonsense. There are always good examples.

As stated previously, the local county park - Eisenhower, built some poorly designed MUPS. The bollards at some locations, being about 4 inches round,...
Forum: Recumbent
06-01-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 437
Posted By Steve B.

Agree that bents sit lower and are less visible. ...

Agree that bents sit lower and are less visible. That was my experience for the years I rode a bent. I saw a lot with the tall 3 ft orange flag, made sense to have one.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-01-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 445
Posted By Steve B.

My Instinct watch sends HR to my 1040 (using...

My Instinct watch sends HR to my 1040 (using broadcast HR). The HR data gets picked up as part of the ride activity and sent to Connect. No need to have multiple ride activities being tracked.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-31-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 891
Posted By Steve B.

And as note that this is a Specialized bike. ...

And as note that this is a Specialized bike. They do not allow mail order so you won’t be finding a deal getting it shipped you your house. The Spec. website sometimes has deals, but you are only...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-31-24, 05:28 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 891
Posted By Steve B.

A question. As a newbie, with few if any specific...

A question. As a newbie, with few if any specific bike repair tools or knowledge, where are you planning on taking this for service ??

And yes you can spend less on a hybrid. The Roll has a...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-31-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 891
Posted By Steve B.

Lots of online sources I won’t name. That’s for...

Lots of online sources I won’t name. That’s for when you’ve got years of experience and really know what size fits you. You dont know that currently and the only way to find out is ride a few out...
Forum: Introductions
05-31-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 182
Posted By Steve B.

Pretty area, I love the St Lawrence. Good biking...

Pretty area, I love the St Lawrence. Good biking up your way, just a hard winter,
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
05-31-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 891
Posted By Steve B.

Best suggestion is head to a local bike shop and...

Best suggestion is head to a local bike shop and look at what they’ve got in your price range. As a beginner I suspect you want what is known as a hybrid, looks like a mountain bike, doesn’t have...
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