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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 624
Posted By mtnbud

A loose headset can do that

A loose headset can do that
Forum: Pacific Northwest
09-16-24, 09:13 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 449
Posted By mtnbud

How'd it go? I saw some adds on Facebook. I...

How'd it go? I saw some adds on Facebook. I didn't realize it was coming up so quick.
Forum: Fatbikes
09-03-24, 02:01 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 493
Posted By mtnbud

My 3" tires are enough for the beach down on the...

My 3" tires are enough for the beach down on the solid sand, but I would really appreciate those wide tires for a dedicated beach bike...
Forum: Fatbikes
09-03-24, 12:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 493
Posted By mtnbud

6.2" wide tires.

Surley Moonlander. 24x6.2 inch tires. Pinion gearing :eek:

Video


https://bikerumor.com/surly-moonlander-takes-off-with-24-x-6-2-tires-and-pinion-gearbox/
Forum: Fatbikes
08-22-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 729
Posted By mtnbud

It's not so much that, but just a little research...

It's not so much that, but just a little research would be enough to realize only fat bike frames have enough clearance for wide tires.

Attempting to build a bike from parts is going to be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-09-24, 04:40 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,500
Posted By mtnbud

Maybe he was trying to steal your bike, but it...

Maybe he was trying to steal your bike, but it didn't go as planned.
It does happen (https://www.kgw.com/article/news/fgsdfg/283-59c1a044-2673-43d2-81e7-1a5eeb85709f)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,570
Posted By mtnbud

Check Facebook. I'm not a facebook fan, but...

Check Facebook. I'm not a facebook fan, but noticed a group in my town that is called "Social Cyclists". If there is such a group in your town, it seems like they'd be exactly what you're looking...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,624
Posted By mtnbud

Join a bike club? Many clubs use Facebook for...

Join a bike club? Many clubs use Facebook for communication - I resisted Facebook for years, but it is a good way to get messages out to a large group.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,281
Posted By mtnbud

People do it, but I've always wondered about the...

People do it, but I've always wondered about the weight distribution when putting bikes behind the trailer. If you are driving on rough or dirt roads, that bouncing could be quite a bit of leverage....
Forum: Touring
05-29-24, 06:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,316
Posted By mtnbud

I believe what you are doing is also called a hub...

I believe what you are doing is also called a hub and spoke tour. I've done a few of those. One thing to consider outside of campgrounds is dry camping on public lands such as National Forest and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-06-24, 05:23 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,463
Posted By mtnbud

I'm 5'10" and a 21" framed mtb is about right for...

I'm 5'10" and a 21" framed mtb is about right for me. I ride a 56cm and 57cm road bike. I converted an inexpensive 19" rigid Diamondback into a touring bike. I can ride it, but the top tube is...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
05-05-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 521
Posted By mtnbud

There's a co-op where I live that takes in older...

There's a co-op where I live that takes in older bikes and fixes them up and sells them. They give away a lot of bikes to the needy and help people fix their own bikes. They'd easily take and resell...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,421
Posted By mtnbud

I had it happen to me when I had a loose headset....

I had it happen to me when I had a loose headset. Tightening the headset fixed it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,868
Posted By mtnbud

That front tire looks awefully close to the...

That front tire looks awefully close to the ground.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-24, 06:28 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,868
Posted By mtnbud

I just picked up one of those at Goodwill for...

I just picked up one of those at Goodwill for $7.50. It fits on my Nissan Leaf well, but the side straps are sliding due to the shape of the hatch. It feels really secure and folds up very nicely. ...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-09-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 683
Posted By mtnbud

Yes - you probably need new sealant.

Yes - you probably need new sealant.
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-08-24, 09:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,284
Posted By mtnbud

Thanks for the suggestion - I was thinking I...

Thanks for the suggestion - I was thinking I might ask them. It's a huge discount so I'm thinking it'd be very tough for them to match that price. I'd rather buy it at my LBS if they could approach...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-07-24, 11:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,284
Posted By mtnbud

Yes it is. :). Before I saw that deal, I had...

Yes it is. :).

Before I saw that deal, I had him test ride a few bikes at a bike shop when I was dropping off the Klein to get some work done on it. One of the bikes he rode was ironically a Big...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-07-24, 06:18 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,284
Posted By mtnbud

Yeah. The Klein is a nice bike and very light,...

Yeah. The Klein is a nice bike and very light, but the frame geometry is totally different compared to new bikes. My son seems okay with riding it, but I wonder if he'd benefit from all the new...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-07-24, 01:35 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,284
Posted By mtnbud

Kona Big Honzo

I'm thinking about buying a 2023 Big Honzo for my son. Do any of you own one? If you have one, are the brakes and suspension fork alright? He currently rides my vintage Klein Pulse so I'd assume...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
01-15-24, 11:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,068
Posted By mtnbud

I put in a request to get permission to post in...

I put in a request to get permission to post in P&R months ago and I'm still blocked out. I must be too contraversial...
Forum: Fatbikes
12-24-23, 03:06 PM
Replies: 332
Views: 89,634
Posted By mtnbud

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/20231222_100746_d2443be7242a0aa607c800f5b2cd994d4b0cdaf6.jpg
Forum: Touring
12-04-23, 06:28 PM
Replies: 158
Views: 12,632
Posted By mtnbud

When I tried using a rear rack offroad, the metal...

When I tried using a rear rack offroad, the metal in the rack fatigued and broke. I'd be okay with using a metal rack offroad if I had some kind of guarantee that the rack wouldn't break. I do...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-01-23, 09:27 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 448
Posted By mtnbud

Thanks. - I'm not sure what pads the bike shop...

Thanks. - I'm not sure what pads the bike shop put on my bike when they replaced my pads. I didn't have this problem with the original pads. It seems unusual to me to have this issue with brake pads...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-01-23, 12:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 448
Posted By mtnbud

Disk brake pad recommendations?

Whatever pads the bike shop put on my bike seem to allow grit to embed into the pads which cause the pads to make an annoying gritty sound when braking. I frequently take the pads off and sand them a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-23, 07:28 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,010
Posted By mtnbud

I couldn't find any info about 534s online. I'd...

I couldn't find any info about 534s online. I'd be interested in knowing what bearings 534's use.

They could be Shimano. They're all metal, no plastic anywhere. The inside of the cages say...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-23, 02:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,010
Posted By mtnbud

Me too. It doesn't make sense that there doesn't...

Me too. It doesn't make sense that there doesn't appear to be enough length on the spindle for bearings to fit. The pedals do spin well without them. I'm at a loss...:foo:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-23, 05:35 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,010
Posted By mtnbud

I'd say there isn't enough length. Thanks...

I'd say there isn't enough length. Thanks :thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-23, 04:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,010
Posted By mtnbud

That's what I'm thinking. The weird thing is...

That's what I'm thinking. The weird thing is both sides were missing the ball bearings, but they were spinning pretty smoothly even without them. One side didn't feel quite right so I took it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-26-23, 03:17 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,010
Posted By mtnbud

Servicing pedals?

I found a bike dumped on the side of the road that was damaged and had been rattle canned. The serial # is gone, but I've been trying to locate the owner.

I just pulled off the pedals to service...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
11-24-23, 06:57 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 731
Posted By mtnbud

Dumped roadbike donated to The Hub bicycle coop.

On a ride outside of Salem I spied a road bike dumped over a fence that was likely stolen. I went back with my truck today and brought it home hoping to find the serial #. Whoever took it painted...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-23-23, 03:07 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,199
Posted By mtnbud

Thanks. It does look like it has a longer top...

Thanks. It does look like it has a longer top tube. It might feel a little better than my Ascent. As it always takes me a few moments to adjust to the way the Ascent feels when I hop on it. I'm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-23-23, 01:33 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,199
Posted By mtnbud

Schwinn Paramount Series 40 PDG?

I'm wondering if the Schwinn frame would be lighter than my Diamondback Ascent Frame?

The seller wants $50 for the bike, but they're elusive. I've been trying to look at it for 2 weeks now, but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-23, 12:31 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,193
Posted By mtnbud

Huh? I think you're reading more into this than...

Huh? I think you're reading more into this than what was said...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-23, 10:21 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,193
Posted By mtnbud

Thanks.

Thanks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-23, 09:59 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,193
Posted By mtnbud

I was with him when he went off the road. I did...

I was with him when he went off the road. I did a quick inspection of his wheel and didn't see any visible damage to his hub or rim.

I've been lied to at this bike shop before. l've also caught...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-04-23, 03:55 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,193
Posted By mtnbud

Thanks all. It a regular 700c wheel. The motor...

Thanks all. It a regular 700c wheel. The motor is at the bottom bracket.

$130 For a new hub and wheel rebuild seems too low a price to me also. He's not always completely honest with me, yet...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-04-23, 01:52 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,193
Posted By mtnbud

Was my buddy lied to?

An 82yr old friend of mine rode off the edge of the pavement on his ebike and knocked his wheel out of true. I figured he just needed his wheel trued, but the shop told him he needed a new hub. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-23, 09:33 AM
Replies: 9,219
Views: 3,317,532
Posted By mtnbud

I currently have a 1986 Diamonback Ascent that's...

I currently have a 1986 Diamonback Ascent that's set up for touring. The chainstays are nice and long and it has the appropriate mounting points. It's a beast and bombproof, but very heavy. I've been...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-23, 09:06 AM
Replies: 9,219
Views: 3,317,532
Posted By mtnbud

Reflex?

I just saw this bike on CL and was wondering if it'd be a good frame for a touring bike conversion....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-22-23, 02:18 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,816
Posted By mtnbud

It was about a year ago. Before then, I hadn't...

It was about a year ago. Before then, I hadn't had an issue although sometimes it'd take months to get my item.

Ali is open to a lot of different sellers. Aliexpress isn't the problem, it's an...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-23, 11:35 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,507
Posted By mtnbud

I'm using a pair of knockoff feedbag style...

I'm using a pair of knockoff feedbag style waterbottle bags on my handlebars. I couldn't position them tight against my stem and have been experimenting with different mounting methods.

I am...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-23, 08:22 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,816
Posted By mtnbud

I won't order anything from Aliexpress after I...

I won't order anything from Aliexpress after I had an order never show up. Aliexpress wouldn't refund my money. Their excuse was something like, we shipped it, so you should've got it. They had no...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-23, 07:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,843
Posted By mtnbud

I find Google Maps with the cycling option to be...

I find Google Maps with the cycling option to be helpful, but not foolproof for just the reasons you've mentioned plus it'll sometimes put me on gravel. Depending on the bike I'm using, gravel can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-05-23, 07:25 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,589
Posted By mtnbud

I believe it's a leg strength issue. I think my...

I believe it's a leg strength issue. I think my legs are stronger in that direction.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-04-23, 11:19 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,589
Posted By mtnbud

Not a left foot right foot thing, but I tend to...

Not a left foot right foot thing, but I tend to twist my heel in towards the bike. That hasn't always worked great depending on the position of the pedals. I've been consciously working on twisting...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-27-23, 07:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 418
Posted By mtnbud

Never heard of such a brand. Could it have been...

Never heard of such a brand. Could it have been Norco?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-26-23, 06:33 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,367
Posted By mtnbud

Another type of ad poster on CL I find...

Another type of ad poster on CL I find interesting is the person who posts 2 or 3 close up pictures of a couple spots on their bike without a picture of the complete bike. It makes me wonder if...
Forum: Pacific Northwest
08-26-23, 10:14 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 2,569
Posted By mtnbud

It's definitely open to cars right now, but they...

It's definitely open to cars right now, but they did close it for awhile last week due to low visibility from wildfire smoke. There were some on social media complaining about the closure, but I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-23, 06:13 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,385
Posted By mtnbud

Do not let a tire rub on your frame. It will...

Do not let a tire rub on your frame. It will trash the tire and it's not good for the frame neither. Seeing if the tire will fit in the front without rubbing is a good suggestion.

This would be...
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