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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 606
Posted By Kai Winters

Always start at the beginning to eliminate the...

Always start at the beginning to eliminate the possible causes
you have replaced the cable and housing...good start
before connecting the cable to the derailleur check the der hanger just to make...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 01:02 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,039
Posted By Kai Winters

unfortunately if the police didn't see it and/or...

unfortunately if the police didn't see it and/or there is no witness, not you, and no video evidence it didn't happen.
you can demand to file a report but it likely won't go anywhere but who knows....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 12:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 412
Posted By Kai Winters

small company, expensive shipping, incorrect...

small company, expensive shipping, incorrect sizing choices...nobody is happy...
i'd not shop there either
you also knew the return policy so it is your loss and complain to the person staring at...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-15-24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 352
Posted By Kai Winters

love reading the replies considering he has...

love reading the replies considering he has offered practically no useful info to generate any useful response...lol
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-12-24, 07:43 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,070
Posted By Kai Winters

10-15 miles rides...one bottle of water perhaps...

10-15 miles rides...one bottle of water perhaps with some electrolyte powder mixed in.
It's important to be consistent in your hydration as well. I take a small drink every five minutes so I have a...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-12-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,463
Posted By Kai Winters

Oh Snap! ! ! that's what it means...

Oh Snap! ! !

that's what it means...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 838
Posted By Kai Winters

it's normal... go wax...

it's normal...
go wax...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,017
Posted By Kai Winters

If it works it works and chapeau. Personally...

If it works it works and chapeau.
Personally I've never 'lubed' a slick whip cable.
It's not the 'lubrication' or lack of that is causing the cable to break in the 'brifter'...gawd how i dislike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,017
Posted By Kai Winters

Just the 'coated' cable is my preference...but...

Just the 'coated' cable is my preference...but that may not count as I work in a bike shop and we get the cables and housings in bulk...they are either Jagwire or Clarks...both are high quality.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-24, 07:02 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,017
Posted By Kai Winters

Changing cables should be a maintenance...

Changing cables should be a maintenance item...perhaps every year or longer depending on how much you ride and also how often you are changing gears...
You should also use a 'coated' cable...'slick...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 06:04 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,858
Posted By Kai Winters

LOL "I've added you to my ignore list"... now...

LOL "I've added you to my ignore list"...
now wondering how many have added the thread starter to their 'ignore' lists.
i enjoy the drama, reminds me of having to watch my grand mother's 'soaps'...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-09-24, 06:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 366
Posted By Kai Winters

You did well...that's a very nice bike and is...

You did well...that's a very nice bike and is worthy of new/upgrading parts as you want or when they start to fail which may take years depending on use and maintenance.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 1,858
Posted By Kai Winters

The seatpost is very likely a 'one bolt' system...

The seatpost is very likely a 'one bolt' system to attach the saddle...that was the standard...unfortunately the 'teeth' or 'grooves' or whatever you want to call them are possibly worn in the area...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-09-24, 06:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 433
Posted By Kai Winters

You asked...many have replied...like most...

You asked...many have replied...like most situations the person asking for info, etc. will do as he/she wants to anyway...have at it and enjoy your bike.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-07-24, 07:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 433
Posted By Kai Winters

Pouring money down a well... Buy a decent used...

Pouring money down a well...
Buy a decent used bike to convert or find a single speed...they are out there
By the time you're done 'converting' the bike you will have spent enough to get a decent...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-24, 07:14 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 546
Posted By Kai Winters

Starting with the basics is always best...

Starting with the basics is always best imo...replace cables/housings...brake pads...rim strips,tubes and tires depending one wear and condition.
Check rear derailleur hanger alignment with a proper...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-06-24, 06:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,039
Posted By Kai Winters

Many of us racers from the 80's and up would buy...

Many of us racers from the 80's and up would buy tires and store them in the closet for years before use...they aged and became better was the thinking...whether true or not I can't say but I never...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 5,364
Posted By Kai Winters

And you start by inferring the shop manager is...

And you start by inferring the shop manager is 'drunk or something'?
I'm more surprised a moderator hasn't deleted that post.
Perhaps you'd be better off in the WalMart bike department...or...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-31-24, 05:03 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 543
Posted By Kai Winters

start with one thing at a time remove handlebar...

start with one thing at a time
remove handlebar from stem...clean stem and handlebar mating surfaces...apply light coating of carbon paste...reassemble and tighten bolts to correct torque...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-27-24, 06:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 377
Posted By Kai Winters

depends...if you ride a couple of miles here and...

depends...if you ride a couple of miles here and there you likely won't notice much of a difference
as said above...better quality pedals offer a larger platform for your feet, better quality...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-24, 06:41 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 419
Posted By Kai Winters

depends...if you clean it well and regrease it...

depends...if you clean it well and regrease it likely it will serve you well for quite some time
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-24, 06:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 620
Posted By Kai Winters

no useful info...no useful help...

no useful info...no useful help...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-26-24, 07:05 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 672
Posted By Kai Winters

You know you really don't mean it...you really...

You know you really don't mean it...you really really want to buy it and want approval and support...buy it buy it buy it...mwhahaha
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
08-25-24, 06:08 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 672
Posted By Kai Winters

"Worth" has nothing to do with it...seems you are...

"Worth" has nothing to do with it...seems you are looking for people to tell you to go ahead and buy it regardless...
if you want another 'project' bike buy it...
Forum: Framebuilders
08-20-24, 06:30 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 433
Posted By Kai Winters

give it a shot...what could go wrong

give it a shot...what could go wrong
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,249
Posted By Kai Winters

"give me a long enough lever and i can move the...

"give me a long enough lever and i can move the world"...but not a corroded stuck pedal lol...there are times where nothing will work...perhaps you will be lucky
Forum: Touring
08-14-24, 07:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 901
Posted By Kai Winters

hehehe...flirt with disaster and pay the stupid...

hehehe...flirt with disaster and pay the stupid tax
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-13-24, 06:27 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 363
Posted By Kai Winters

It can happen for a variety or reasons one of...

It can happen for a variety or reasons one of which may be poor 'wheel' build, not poor 'bike' build.
truing a wheel is as much an 'art' as it is a science.
small adjustments is key...a 'small'...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-12-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 350
Posted By Kai Winters

When all is said and done you may likely find it...

When all is said and done you may likely find it easier overall just to purchase a new wheel and use the damaged one to experiment on.
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-12-24, 06:52 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 404
Posted By Kai Winters

what could possibly go wrong??? not touching...

what could possibly go wrong???
not touching this one...
Forum: Electric Bikes
08-12-24, 06:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 350
Posted By Kai Winters

It is possible you have damaged the wheel/motor...

It is possible you have damaged the wheel/motor beyond repair. Unless you 'really' know what you are doing you are unlikely to fix anything by taking the wheel apart and staring blankly at a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-11-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,945
Posted By Kai Winters

consider walking...

consider walking...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-10-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,945
Posted By Kai Winters

yep, consider tyres that are less 'flat' prone...

yep, consider tyres that are less 'flat' prone like gator skins, etc.
the 'rock hit' flat you mention sounds more like 'snake bite', likely your weight, impact and tire pressure are the causes.
do...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-09-24, 06:30 AM
Replies: 100
Views: 4,012
Posted By Kai Winters

haven't used the 'caps' or 'lock ring' in...

haven't used the 'caps' or 'lock ring' in decades...never had a problem...
beware the 'green' caps...slime tubes in use...yuck...
'flicking' the stem is to release it in order to fill the tube......
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-24, 06:57 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 357
Posted By Kai Winters

wow

wow
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-24, 06:03 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,112
Posted By Kai Winters

"measures 'around' 26"...so you have no idea its...

"measures 'around' 26"...so you have no idea its actual measurement...beginning of the problem and using a vernier caliper won't help
'reaming', using some sort of weld bond, etc...recipe for...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-03-24, 05:58 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,950
Posted By Kai Winters

Garmin 130

Garmin 130
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-24, 07:36 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,297
Posted By Kai Winters

Slime does not work...but you do you. I replace...

Slime does not work...but you do you.
I replace 'slime tubes' here and there at the shop...they don't work and the mess is a real pain in the a...ss.
I'd consider putting tubeless sealant in a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
07-21-24, 06:31 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,872
Posted By Kai Winters

You are correct...they are priced too high for...

You are correct...they are priced too high for today's market...and it is likely the owner knows that and has them priced this way because he really doesn't want to sell them.
The buyer now owns a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-24, 06:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 427
Posted By Kai Winters

The 'load' 'nut' is just to apply the load to the...

The 'load' 'nut' is just to apply the load to the nds crank arm.
Once done the two 'pinch' bolts hold it to the axle and these should be tightened to the required torque...the 'pin' is just a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-24, 06:27 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,057
Posted By Kai Winters

The lower "knurled" 'nut' is the 'load' nut. It...

The lower "knurled" 'nut' is the 'load' nut. It applies load to the bearings, whether in a 'cage' or 'loose', so the headset is properly adjusted. It is properly adjusted when the steerer tube has no...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-13-24, 05:47 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,080
Posted By Kai Winters

making up info to support your beliefs is typical...

making up info to support your beliefs is typical of many in today's society...i pay no attention to them, or you and laugh at the fools that think you are correct

no grammar, or capitalization on...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-08-24, 06:19 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 805
Posted By Kai Winters

replace the fork

replace the fork
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-08-24, 06:18 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 638
Posted By Kai Winters

Have you always had this problem If this is...

Have you always had this problem
If this is new, what has changed
If this is new and nothing has changed then something is wrong
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-08-24, 06:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 348
Posted By Kai Winters

As bboy says it is likely the 'bedding in' process

As bboy says it is likely the 'bedding in' process
Forum: Training & Nutrition
07-06-24, 06:18 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,624
Posted By Kai Winters

As your overall fitness...aerobic, anaerobic,...

As your overall fitness...aerobic, anaerobic, physical strength...improves/increases you become more efficient thus your efforts...in those same 'zones', ie zone 2...require less 'effort' and your...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-24, 07:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 726
Posted By Kai Winters

Not a good idea, imo, to convert this bike to an...

Not a good idea, imo, to convert this bike to an ebike...but you go ahead
Schwinn had it's own proprietary wheel/tire size for quite some time...I'm don't know when it started/ended and don't...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-03-24, 06:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 487
Posted By Kai Winters

Any quality 9 speed chain will work fine Some...

Any quality 9 speed chain will work fine
Some prefer Shimano, others KMC, SRAM etc.
Just buy decent quality
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-01-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 137
Views: 10,395
Posted By Kai Winters

Where do you find the age groups on Strava? I'm...

Where do you find the age groups on Strava?
I'm a premium member
thanks

Duh, never mind, i found it...sheesh
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-30-24, 08:37 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 5,252
Posted By Kai Winters

Absolutely true! ! ! It's not worth the trouble...

Absolutely true! ! !
It's not worth the trouble and aggravation to purposefully screw up a service...first it's liability...wow can that be a disaster...second, today is the age of instant social...
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