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Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-29-24, 05:38 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,012
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Tickle’s arguments are 100% valid! I never said...

Tickle’s arguments are 100% valid! I never said that they weren’t. Anyone’s arguments can be valid quoting resources that they find support those arguments. I’m guilty of the very same:)

I’ll wish...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-29-24, 02:59 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,012
Posted By Midlifecyclist

You’re starting to come around and I’m glad to...

You’re starting to come around and I’m glad to find some common ground with you!

I just read this, did you know that nearly 98% of men name Tickle are bullies? It’s weird because their name would...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-29-24, 01:08 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,012
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Nice to meet you, Tickle. Tickle, I’m glad...

Nice to meet you, Tickle.

Tickle, I’m glad you finally see my point and I’m glad that we could have this constructive debate.

Im excited for the next time that we can get together on a topic...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-28-24, 04:54 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,012
Posted By Midlifecyclist

I fabricated nothing. Your claims are just as...

I fabricated nothing. Your claims are just as unsupportable :)

I actually find people that get so spun up precisely as you have slightly entertaining. Especially considering the fact that you’re...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-28-24, 04:29 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,012
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Okay, I think that we can agree on a few points. ...

Okay, I think that we can agree on a few points.

Im not sure why you want to be so combative. I didn’t lie about data, the thought that I would want to lie or cherry pick data is just ridiculous....
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-28-24, 04:08 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,012
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Cool:) You seem pretty against bicycle...

Cool:)

You seem pretty against bicycle infrastructure. Can I ask why? What is the more affective alternative approach in your opinion?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-28-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,012
Posted By Midlifecyclist

I’ve never heard of ragebaiting but I guess that...

I’ve never heard of ragebaiting but I guess that you’re implying that I’m trying to illicit a response. I suppose that’s true but I never meant to make anyone angry and certainly not rub anything in....
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-28-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,012
Posted By Midlifecyclist

I guess you can choose whatever numbers suit your...

I guess you can choose whatever numbers suit your agenda as I would assume you think I have done. Greater Copenhagen (Størkøbenhavn) is over 1.9 million people. I know that because I live here and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-28-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,473
Posted By Midlifecyclist

I really love this community:) This post is...

I really love this community:)

This post is of course in jest, as at 45 years old it’s pretty hard to care if other don’t like it.

I’m so stoked to see so many of these old beauties still on...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
03-28-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 368
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Edit username?

Way back when i created my account, i failed to realize that using my email address for my username was perhaps not a great idea.

Can I change it (or hide it) so that its not public??
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-28-24, 11:16 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,012
Posted By Midlifecyclist

I suppose you’re welcome to infer from the data...

I suppose you’re welcome to infer from the data what you will. The fact of the matter is that in regards to fatal accidents, you are more than 10xs more likely to die riding a bicycle in Los Angeles...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 12:52 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 691
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Definitely good point about the saddle post. I...

Definitely good point about the saddle post. I hadn’t noticed the pinch before. I’ll check it out when I get home. I didn’t have a chance to get it on the stand today as intended but thems the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 12:38 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 691
Posted By Midlifecyclist

here’s a couple of photos ...

here’s a couple of photos
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 691
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Good insights, thank you. I think I’ll get it...

Good insights, thank you. I think I’ll get it back up on the stand tomorrow and actually disassembly the crank assembly (could use some serious cleaning anyway). I’ll investigate the thread...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-26-24, 09:49 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,012
Posted By Midlifecyclist

I realized that after I wrote that I was opening...

I realized that after I wrote that I was opening a can of worms :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 01:38 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 691
Posted By Midlifecyclist

found a serial number: wmr5363E (this is a...

found a serial number:

wmr5363E (this is a Danish bicycle VIN. The W means it’s imported, the mr means it’s imported by Ole Ritter and the e at the end means it’s from 1989)

Ole Ritter imported...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-26-24, 01:25 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,012
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Nicely put. Although I would certainly argue that...

Nicely put. Although I would certainly argue that the mobile phone and an overall faster-paced, instant gratification society tips the scales of responsibility. At the end of day, 90kg vs 2000kg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 527
Posted By Midlifecyclist

absolutely correct monsieur, I stand corrected

absolutely correct monsieur, I stand corrected
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 10:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 527
Posted By Midlifecyclist

absolutely correct monsieur, I stand corrected

absolutely correct monsieur, I stand corrected
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 513
Posted By Midlifecyclist

My buddy has a Shimano Claris RD and shifter that...

My buddy has a Shimano Claris RD and shifter that he wants to use.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 513
Posted By Midlifecyclist

existing triple crank on the outer position

existing triple crank on the outer position
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 11:53 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 691
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Identification Parade (updated photos)

Got ahold of this bike from a guy who owned it for 25 years. He bought it from a colleague who had it powder coated in the mid 90’s. The guy that I bought it from was sure that it is a Colnago...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 11:39 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,473
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Am I a bad person?

I’ve had hundreds of bikes. I’ve had 10’s of really nice vintage bikes, but here’s the thing…

Long Sunday rides on a vintage bike, while nostalgic, are painful and not as fun as I remember. So I...
Forum: Commuting
03-25-24, 11:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,581
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Lock it UP

My preferred lock for the last 6-7 years has been Foldylock Compact. It’s 1kg, it comes with a mount and it doesn’t disrupt the lines of my bike too much visually.

I dont really have a reason to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 527
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Need a 4spd vintage cassette. Any ideas??

Recently rescued a 1973 Motoconfort from the bin, and the original cassette is absolutely toast.

I’ve looked everywhere I can think of. Any ideas where to source one??
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 10:34 AM
Replies: 15,502
Views: 4,144,763
Posted By Midlifecyclist

I wish I could share pictures, but I recently...

I wish I could share pictures, but I recently rescued a 1973 Motoconfort Junior Sprint in beautiful electric blue.. so cool
Forum: BMX
03-24-24, 10:03 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,055
Posted By Midlifecyclist

I’m 45 and I still ride a 20” BMX

Anyone else??
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-24-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,012
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Cyclist Beware

I’m from Los Angeles where riding your bike from the east side to the beach could very well cost you your life.

For the last 10 years I’ve lived in Copenhagen Denmark, home to some of the best...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 3,859
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Is a front derailleur a relic of the past?

I work with a buddy in a shop in Copenhagen. Denmark isn’t know for their mountainous terrain so we a constantly doing 1x conversions. I guess it probably depends on geography but what’s your...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-24, 09:49 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 513
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Is it that simple?

3x9 to 1x8 conversion on vintage Italian

originally a 115mm ita BB.

Should I be moving the chain line 5mm inboard by using a 105mm cartridge square taper ITA BB?

Is the axle protrusion...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-23, 01:38 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 339
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Sorry, but can I ask what model is your Pinarello?

Sorry, but can I ask what model is your Pinarello?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-23, 01:20 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 339
Posted By Midlifecyclist

I’ve been following your build for a while now...

I’ve been following your build for a while now and I’m super impressed. I love the pink color way and the bar tape. The components look incredible…

Thanks, and again, very well done.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-23, 11:44 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 339
Posted By Midlifecyclist

Gianni Motta Personal 2001r

Opinions on quality vs the big name Italians like Pinarello, Colnago, De Rosa, Gios etc?

I can’t post pictures yet but there’s a Gianni Motta Personal 2001r around the corner from my place. The...
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