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Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 11:13 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 315
Posted By shelbyfv

I liked the full size pumps but I never had one...

I liked the full size pumps but I never had one that would stay in place under the top tube w/o an ugly Velcro strap.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 11:00 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 893
Posted By shelbyfv

^^^^ But there is little attention gained or...

^^^^ But there is little attention gained or entertainment provided with rational.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 10:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 105
Posted By shelbyfv

A&S (https://www.bikeforums.net/advocacy-safety/)...

A&S (https://www.bikeforums.net/advocacy-safety/) people enjoy these threads. Over and over....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 06:49 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 893
Posted By shelbyfv

I think this is a record for threads/discussion...

I think this is a record for threads/discussion for any "first bike" on BF and we haven't even dipped into OP's views on kit. :beer:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 06:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 420
Posted By shelbyfv

^^^^ :foo:

^^^^ :foo:
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-04-24, 05:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 196
Posted By shelbyfv

Lynskey has a couple of fork options for that...

Lynskey has a couple of fork options for that bike, no drama.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-04-24, 05:20 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 223
Posted By shelbyfv

If it's a bike you want to ride as opposed to a...

If it's a bike you want to ride as opposed to a flip, what the heck difference does it make if you pay $50 or $200? :foo:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 05:07 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 174
Posted By shelbyfv

The only way to sleuth this out is by trying a...

The only way to sleuth this out is by trying a normal Shimano or SRAM cassette. If you can damage one of those, something is waaay wrong with your usage.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-04-24, 05:00 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 420
Posted By shelbyfv

Yep. It might bother me but I think I could...

Yep. It might bother me but I think I could figure a solution.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-03-24, 05:07 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 922
Posted By shelbyfv

So didn't need custom after all.... Congrats on...

So didn't need custom after all.... Congrats on the Lynskey!:thumb:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 223
Posted By shelbyfv

^^^ Yes and a double crank as well. I think this...

^^^ Yes and a double crank as well. I think this may have been a drop bar Nishiki Sport before it was kludged.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 01:30 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 223
Posted By shelbyfv

Are you saying $40 is too much? :foo: It could be...

Are you saying $40 is too much? :foo: It could be a $100 bike if cleaned up, new cables and tires. Edit- OK, I guess my $100 potential estimate may be optimistic given it seems to have been...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 191
Posted By shelbyfv

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1448x811/screenshot_2024_06_03_12_22_23_pm_05571f79336acbc6a7edf454ab5a0ebd5db25a63.png
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-24, 05:33 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 378
Posted By shelbyfv

Looks as if the blue one has been sold, maybe OP...

Looks as if the blue one has been sold, maybe OP snagged it. Fair price if no hidden carbon damage. I'd probably choose the red one because it is newer and double. Either will be a step up. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,461
Posted By shelbyfv

Nice bike. :thumb:

Nice bike. :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-24, 12:20 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 337
Posted By shelbyfv

Adding puncture protection has always been a...

Adding puncture protection has always been a trade off. We're spoiled that nice tires like the GP5000 are much more puncture resistant than their predecessors but there is a limit. Are you getting...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-02-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 241
Posted By shelbyfv

I don't see any reason to acquire it at any...

I don't see any reason to acquire it at any price. BITD it was only a "make do" bike for a newbie who couldn't bring himself to pay bike shop prices. As it sits you have to re-cable and get a stem...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 680
Posted By shelbyfv

Astonishing isn't it? :foo:

Astonishing isn't it? :foo:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 680
Posted By shelbyfv

Works OK IME

Works OK IME
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 765
Posted By shelbyfv

^^^You are asking too much of this OP. :twitchy:

^^^You are asking too much of this OP. :twitchy:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 07:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 362
Posted By shelbyfv

Why not both? He's already got the same one...

Why not both? He's already got the same one running in the Gravel section. :twitchy:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 848
Posted By shelbyfv

:thumb:https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net...

:thumb:https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1075x677/screenshot_2024_06_01_10_32_59_am_6cbcad7de09ae5d1de31d4c25a1a84db33331b6f.png
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 06:40 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 848
Posted By shelbyfv

How about a pic of the new bike! :thumb:

How about a pic of the new bike! :thumb:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 02:01 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 744
Posted By shelbyfv

I generally find it easier to check tension with...

I generally find it easier to check tension with the wheel on the bike than to set up the truing stand. If you are just correcting a loose spoke you don't need to measure tension. Use your ears and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,461
Posted By shelbyfv

Picking it up today? :beer:

Picking it up today? :beer:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 1,974
Posted By shelbyfv

Yep. Kind of embarrassing to witness, isn't it.

Yep. Kind of embarrassing to witness, isn't it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 848
Posted By shelbyfv

I agree with lowering the seat. If you have a...

I agree with lowering the seat. If you have a throttle, use it for starts. Your primary concern at this point should be balance and not falling off. Update this thread in a month or so and let us...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 04:51 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 727
Posted By shelbyfv

OP you still don't get that people are trying to...

OP you still don't get that people are trying to help by directing you to the proper sub forum. There you will have the best chance of finding members interested in your accumulation of old bikes....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-24, 04:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 960
Posted By shelbyfv

Yes, identical wheelsets are your best chance for...

Yes, identical wheelsets are your best chance for no drama swaps. Have the shop demonstrate it works as they may need to make some initial adjustment. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 678
Posted By shelbyfv

A Medium in that bike runs through 5'9" and a...

A Medium in that bike runs through 5'9" and a Large starts with 5'9" so not too surprising it fits OK, especially if you have odd proportions.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 804
Posted By shelbyfv

Guess that explains some of this...

Guess that explains some of this (https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/1294129-650-x-looking-new-tire.html). :thumb:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-30-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 727
Posted By shelbyfv

Why is this so hard? C&V Appraisals...

Why is this so hard? C&V Appraisals (https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-bicycles-whats-worth-appraisals/) :foo:
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-30-24, 02:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 293
Posted By shelbyfv

More discussion about the bike in this thread....

More discussion about the bike in this thread. (https://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discussion/1295024-need-advice-1992-trek-multitrack-750-conversion-gravel-bike.html)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 12:05 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,123
Posted By shelbyfv

You need to upgrade your imaginary Schwinn to at...

You need to upgrade your imaginary Schwinn to at least a Super Sport. Folks don't like to actually pay for a Varsity. Is there something that frightens you about posting in C&V? They are nice...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 06:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 404
Posted By shelbyfv

Inferior yes, lighter no.

Inferior yes, lighter no.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 04:13 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,461
Posted By shelbyfv

My lower end Cannondale Topstone came with...

My lower end Cannondale Topstone came with tubeless rims already taped and tubeless ready tires. Was delivered with tubes for the obvious reasons already mentioned. IIRC the shop offered to remove...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 02:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 960
Posted By shelbyfv

Those are nice wheels, you've already bought...

Those are nice wheels, you've already bought them, no need to second guess. Enjoy. :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 02:04 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,002
Posted By shelbyfv

OP asked twice that it not devolve into the old...

OP asked twice that it not devolve into the old generic vs brand name "discussion."
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,002
Posted By shelbyfv

OP. you may have to ask the mods to lock this.

OP. you may have to ask the mods to lock this.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 14,509
Posted By shelbyfv

My friend and role model has no patience with the...

My friend and role model has no patience with the gatekeeping and elitism of cycling. He refuses to buy any cycling specific kit. Or a bike. :50:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 2,461
Posted By shelbyfv

Well, a step up from a Wally bike but a low bar,...

Well, a step up from a Wally bike but a low bar, nevertheless. And surely 99% of us consider ourselves cycling enthusiasts. :foo: I do agree OP is not a good match with tubeless.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 819
Posted By shelbyfv

That one landed a little close to home, eh?

That one landed a little close to home, eh?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-29-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 328
Posted By shelbyfv

Flip. Threads...

Flip. Threads (https://www.bikeforums.net/search.php?searchid=17643562) :twitchy:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 819
Posted By shelbyfv

Remember nobody is forcing you to go tubeless. ...

Remember nobody is forcing you to go tubeless. If it seems intimidating, just stick with tubes. You can always try it later. You'll have plenty to deal with just learning to ride your new bike....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-29-24, 10:53 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 960
Posted By shelbyfv

Maybe you should have asked before you bought...

Maybe you should have asked before you bought them. From one of your threads yesterday- "My bike finally arrives this week. I bought an extra carbon OE wheelset with matching cassette and rotor for...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-29-24, 05:30 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 922
Posted By shelbyfv

What you are riding now is custom?

What you are riding now is custom?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-24, 05:14 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 17,632
Posted By shelbyfv

Thanks for sharing. :twitchy:

Thanks for sharing. :twitchy:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 09:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 515
Posted By shelbyfv

Riding in the drops will give you better brake...

Riding in the drops will give you better brake control and less chance of losing your grip if you hit a pothole or something. Also less fatiguing if it's a long descent.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 08:51 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,010
Posted By shelbyfv

Whatever drying method you use, please wash them...

Whatever drying method you use, please wash them after each ride.
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