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Forum: Commuting
05-23-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 29
Posted By Strawbunyan

Fair weather to rain or shine transition.

I decided I am going to make the transition from fair weather commuter to a no matter what commuter. I swore I wasn't going to but,I ordered a rack that will hold my dry bag so I can keep my work...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 8,829
Views: 1,146,860
Posted By Strawbunyan

if the USPS did not ship this for free they...

if the USPS did not ship this for free they really dropped the ball and should be ashamed of themselves.
even better story if it came Fed-ex :lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,476
Posted By Strawbunyan

I thought my wife was the sane one in our...

I thought my wife was the sane one in our relationship.....I showed her some bar tape I wanted to get...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 278
Posted By Strawbunyan

Have you spun the cranks without the chain in the...

Have you spun the cranks without the chain in the past and did not notice the clicking? Or is this the first time due to the slow feeling? How old is your chain? When you lift the wheels off the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 07:13 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

GOLD! ...

GOLD!
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 03:12 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

:tandem:like two peas in a pod :lol:

:tandem:like two peas in a pod :lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:34 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

I checked out BTP, they do have some cool stuff. ...

I checked out BTP, they do have some cool stuff.
I don't think I am trying to mess with cork but this Grandma's couch look really does it for me. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 02:09 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

thank you! That is the company I was looking...

thank you!
That is the company I was looking at. I was on their web page and saw a that they have a lot options. I am assuming i dont need huge rolls of it, i saw that they sell it from very little...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,476
Posted By Strawbunyan

agreed. I was able to justify thr last purchases...

agreed. I was able to justify thr last purchases as they do save me gas and wear and tear on the family vehicle and also let's me leave said vehicle with my wife so she isn't stuck at home while I am...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

Really windy today, So I decided to get rid of...

Really windy today, So I decided to get rid of the last of the black cable housing today.
I watched a video and read a few articles that said bar tape can be removed and rewrapped so I decided to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 528
Views: 41,431
Posted By Strawbunyan

WOW. That looks like a beautiful ride. What a...

WOW. That looks like a beautiful ride. What a blessing.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 09:19 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,476
Posted By Strawbunyan

believe me, I considered it. The dive into this...

believe me, I considered it. The dive into this world of C&V bikes has been an exercise in restraint to say the least and I don't need anymore debt right now. Someone else will get to enjoy those...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 08:56 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

I noticed the lack of cable adjusters and the ad...

I noticed the lack of cable adjusters and the ad said "untested" so I figured this particular example of them was probably going to need a second set for parts hahahah. I actually liked the wear on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-21-24, 12:54 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,476
Posted By Strawbunyan

I was just peeping that. :D

I was just peeping that. :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 11:43 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

I reallllly need to stay off the internet. is...

I reallllly need to stay off the internet.
is it just me or do I absolutely need these levers and brakes for this bike?...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 07:32 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,476
Posted By Strawbunyan

Thank you. I will do that. I am in nor hurry so...

Thank you. I will do that.
I am in nor hurry so I will just hang around on the CV sales and buy stuff as it pops up...id rather spend the money with yall anyway.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,476
Posted By Strawbunyan

I was searching for NOS when those popped up,...

I was searching for NOS when those popped up, just wanted to see what a set of unused ones would cost.
I was really hoping that they are listed way above what they are worth cause I'm not paying...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 01:35 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,476
Posted By Strawbunyan

Is this right? Am I crazy or are they? Did I...

Is this right? Am I crazy or are they? Did I dream a dream too big?
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

Obligatory drive side photos for the fans. 2nd...

Obligatory drive side photos for the fans. 2nd commute to work, 3rd commute overall....
Forum: Commuting
05-20-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 7,461
Posted By Strawbunyan

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20240520_140806_9dd640e13a00fddb6d19e6eab98ff9b192bdd1d2.jpg
today I decided I would take it easy, and ride slowly instead of trying...
Forum: Commuting
05-19-24, 11:01 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 7,461
Posted By Strawbunyan

And one from the ride home. My top speed has not...

And one from the ride home. My top speed has not really increased much but my average speed is up 3MPH from my original bike so I guess the flats and uphill areas are better. ...
Forum: Commuting
05-19-24, 01:36 PM
Replies: 135
Views: 7,461
Posted By Strawbunyan

Beautiful day today after a couple days of...

Beautiful day today after a couple days of thunderstorms and since I had finally done enough shakedown cruises and made enough excuses....I rode the 1982 AD SLE to work today for the first time.
I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 528
Views: 41,431
Posted By Strawbunyan

SLEs first trip to work .

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20240519_140039_0ad07787483576ff6920fa9a064d52298944523f.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,476
Posted By Strawbunyan

and all from a seatpost...fantastic...

and all from a seatpost...fantastic inspiration...that bike belongs in a museum.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 05:37 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,476
Posted By Strawbunyan

I don't actually have the levers yet(or any of...

I don't actually have the levers yet(or any of the parts at all for that matter) i just stole that photo for reference. I was pondering the project and since i knew i wanted shifterbreaks, i started...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 01:01 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,476
Posted By Strawbunyan

it appears we have the same starting line with...

it appears we have the same starting line with the same "bring back the 90s" goal. We even need the same size frame. It will be interesting to see how far the two bikes vere off in the end. I will...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 11:38 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,476
Posted By Strawbunyan

This is the specific component I want to build...

This is the specific component I want to build the bike around
https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/897x673/shimano_dura_ace_7400_19_c22d90e6d7caace92f6ddc2a651b663f5554325d.jpg
I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 11:06 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 239
Posted By Strawbunyan

+1 on how absolutely saved by the bell awesome...

+1 on how absolutely saved by the bell awesome this paint is.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 10:58 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,476
Posted By Strawbunyan

Well, it seems like I am in good company.I love...

Well, it seems like I am in good company.I love what you have all built around a random part.Glad i am not crazy...or maybe i am and we all are, and thats okay. :)


This was my thought process,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 03:48 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,476
Posted By Strawbunyan

Build a bike around components?

I am just sitting around pondering on a future build.
I have a basic end game in mind and started looking for things that my fit my goal. I know I want an STI setup and was thinking about a dura-ace...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 8,829
Views: 1,146,860
Posted By Strawbunyan

Got a special delivery today from Mad Honk He...

Got a special delivery today from Mad Honk
He sent me some gifts, and my birthday is not until next month :) ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 344
Views: 19,742
Posted By Strawbunyan

that is an absolutely gorgeous bike. I am glad it...

that is an absolutely gorgeous bike. I am glad it found a good home.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 12:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 980
Posted By Strawbunyan

https://youtu.be/OUhOjtQl_Kw?si=cS5kMch0B7zpZJuJ ...

https://youtu.be/OUhOjtQl_Kw?si=cS5kMch0B7zpZJuJ

I guess epilepsy had not been invented yet.
+100 points if you signed up to win the Raleigh.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-18-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 980
Posted By Strawbunyan

Gonna be my new favorite thread. ...

Gonna be my new favorite thread.
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 11:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 253
Posted By Strawbunyan

My Google lens says the first one is a Raleigh....

My Google lens says the first one is a Raleigh. That's all I got for you. Someone who actually knows things will probably be along shortly. :)
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
05-17-24, 01:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 157
Posted By Strawbunyan

it seems to happen randomly when it happens, and...

it seems to happen randomly when it happens, and it is all posts in all threads when it occurs. The last time it happened it took 2 days before I could like again.
I tried switching to full site...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
05-17-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 157
Posted By Strawbunyan

Unable to "like" posts.

From time to time I become unable to like people's posts. The option to do so completely disappears.
is this some kind of bug or Is there a limit to the amount of likes per week I can give out? or...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 09:25 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

32 sounds a lot more like what I was expecting to...

32 sounds a lot more like what I was expecting to find. I have to hunt down my micrometer and try this again.


I agree. I fully intend to keep it this way for quite a while atleast. I am just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 12:17 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

So I took some measurements and did some math. ...

So I took some measurements and did some math.
I appear to have atleast 18mm of clearance on at the tightest points between the tires and any rub zones. I lowered that to 15 to be conservative and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,211
Posted By Strawbunyan

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1993x1439/img_5996_840bd1f85b92efa574c5242509cd1a960bd3bc53_42bfb2f697ee65630ecb6501f2e50422508958cc.jpeg
Maybe too much information for...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 11:53 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

Alright. I couldn't take it anymore. ...

Alright. I couldn't take it anymore.
https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20240516_124429_aca00ad89cf96fd85d849b91f6c46531538b023e.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

I agree. Definitely alot floppin around back...

I agree. Definitely alot floppin around back there. Cabling seems to be an entire art form all in itself. I've got to get that done soon though because the black is killing my soul. I'll probably do...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

Its the bronze chainrings, isnt it? :D i have...

Its the bronze chainrings, isnt it? :D i have this weird urge to buy up every bronze biopace ring left on the planet to make sure i always have one....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

It may have much to do with tire then, cause it...

It may have much to do with tire then, cause it even tries to roll away from me in the "workshop" if I don't block the wheels. All the other bikes just fall over.
I have 80lbs in them right now....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 10:11 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

That checks out...need the vents to keep from...

That checks out...need the vents to keep from warping the tubes...learn something new everyday.



It is actually really nice around here if you stay off of the main roads, don't mind hills, and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 06:48 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

that makes sense. Wouldn't want the chain getting...

that makes sense. Wouldn't want the chain getting all messed up and definitely need to equalize the pressure in the tubes so they don't implode when I break the sound barrier. ;) thank you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 05:28 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

it's weird how much happiness a simple machine...

it's weird how much happiness a simple machine can bring an old man :) :)

Anyone know what these holes are for?
One side near the dropouts has a hole and a peg, the other side has just a hole...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 03:58 PM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

I have the pinch bolt down as tight as I can...

I have the pinch bolt down as tight as I can possibly get it...and that says a lot because I am notorious for over tightening everything I get my hands on...torque specs be darned. I realllllly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 148
Views: 4,456
Posted By Strawbunyan

So I have been having trouble shifting into the...

So I have been having trouble shifting into the larger chainring when the bike is under load. Everything was fine in the closet but once I got out on the road it was clunky at best and rubbed too...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-14-24, 09:02 PM
Replies: 103
Views: 6,795
Posted By Strawbunyan

My diet is about 90% carbs, the rest is meat and...

My diet is about 90% carbs, the rest is meat and cheese and I am the healthiest person I know in one of the fattest places,sickest places I can imagine so I don't know. Do whatever.
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