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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 09:27 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 36,624
Posted By joesch

Probably no noticable difference given Reynolds...

Probably no noticable difference given Reynolds 853: very high end steel, air hardened and heat treated, thinner still, and lighter.

Below are some description of *more* recent steel upgrades,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 36,624
Posted By joesch

Why dont you add to the support of steels since...

Why dont you add to the support of steels since CroMo was the goto steel rather than being critical and offering no positive info for this conversation?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 36,624
Posted By joesch

Yes and that is the point, why all the talk of...

Yes and that is the point, why all the talk of CroMo and not the newer steels?
There are probably more CroMo bikes in the wild then any other material.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-17-24, 09:49 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 36,624
Posted By joesch

Bottom line is there is still a market for steel...

Bottom line is there is still a market for steel bikes and for the makers making CroMo steel frames.
Much of the market is now for carbon frames and to a lesser extent the economical AL frames.
For...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-24, 08:58 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 189
Posted By joesch

Silver brazing and cable guides cast into the...

Silver brazing and cable guides cast into the lugs was very cool for that era.
Forum: Southern California
09-14-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 652
Posted By joesch

Riding on coastal highway can get one slightly...

Riding on coastal highway can get one slightly buzzed just from the 2nd hand exhaust coming out of the passing cars from smokers. I have also experienced the same in some areas of DFW. Back to socal...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 431
Posted By joesch

Very good tires and I would put them on a needing...

Very good tires and I would put them on a needing bike and enjoy the performance.
Inspect during and after riding like any shake down fix for a bike.
I always inspect my tires after rides.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-24, 11:48 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,257
Posted By joesch

Exactly, what is the terrain profile? What is the...

Exactly, what is the terrain profile? What is the gearing for the candidate bikes? If gravel or dirt then what tires will the bikes provide? 25mm+ should be fine. 52/42 & 26/12 or close should be...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-11-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 809
Posted By joesch

RE: Believe it or don’t- the actual Rivendell...

RE: Believe it or don’t- the actual Rivendell instructions say to grease the seat binder bolt.
Yes I believe as this is a standard practice to prevent corrosion leading to stuck seat posts in seat...
Forum: Southern California
09-11-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 652
Posted By joesch

I did a 60 mile beach cruise from OceanSide to...

I did a 60 mile beach cruise from OceanSide to Del Mar yesterday to escape the inland heat and fires.
There was also a fire cloud over Camp Pendleton that looked like the above post from CAT7RDR...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 364
Posted By joesch

For classic levers, I prefer the cables infront...

For classic levers, I prefer the cables infront of the bar to limit interference with rider actions behind the bar.
Forum: Southern California
09-10-24, 08:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 652
Posted By joesch

Did an approx 40 mile ride in Temecula Murrieta...

Did an approx 40 mile ride in Temecula Murrieta valley yesterday and when ontop of hill in Temecula heading north to Murrieta, half the horizon was a brown haze layer. Dont think it hit this valley...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 41,090
Posted By joesch

Nice and I think would still be fine for pickup...

Nice and I think would still be fine for pickup up a 6 pack with some elasto ties :)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-24, 07:59 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 41,090
Posted By joesch

Ha ha, nice spot. Im also a tennis player and...

Ha ha, nice spot. Im also a tennis player and that is a vintage Italian bike stand which I restored recently and posted about. The racket I use for shadow swinging like a cyclist would use of roller,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-24, 08:05 AM
Replies: 270
Views: 41,090
Posted By joesch

Yellow bike & rider Yellow Columbus aluminum...

Yellow bike & rider
Yellow Columbus aluminum Airplane tubing for the main triangle.
Black Forks and rear triangle are Columbus muscle carbon fiber woven with a titanium mesh....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-06-24, 07:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 373
Posted By joesch

Would be a nice build project. The market is...

Would be a nice build project.
The market is really bad now and hopefully get better in 2025.
The Phil BB would really help the sell
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-06-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 809
Posted By joesch

Looks like a comfy ride. I like the lugs. ...

Looks like a comfy ride.
I like the lugs.
Dont like the kickstand plate, makes frame look low end.
Nice it can do 43 unlike the FFF Surly SteamRoller, which I really like.
Also nice to have a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-04-24, 05:26 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,752
Posted By joesch

Agree. If wheels get out of true then I re-true...

Agree.
If wheels get out of true then I re-true by tightening the spokes that have loosened.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
09-03-24, 06:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 486
Posted By joesch

Any track rings for 1/8 chains?

Any track rings for 1/8 chains?
Forum: For Sale
09-02-24, 06:52 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 406
Posted By joesch

dibbs, email sent thx Joe

dibbs, email sent
thx Joe
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
09-01-24, 05:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 433
Posted By joesch

Piece of art and needs some blinky bits. Love...

Piece of art and needs some blinky bits.
Love those gilco frames as they ride wonderful.
Why not just post in C&V since your not looking for appraisals?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-24, 07:38 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 380
Posted By joesch

Nice pics and work, looks mint condition. Those...

Nice pics and work, looks mint condition.
Those phone pix?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-31-24, 08:21 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 269
Posted By joesch

pm sent for Nuovo Record 27.2 $60 each (reg...

pm sent for Nuovo Record 27.2 $60 each (reg version)
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-31-24, 08:19 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 369
Posted By joesch

pm sent for small bag

pm sent for small bag
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-31-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 385
Posted By joesch

pm sent for b/b Italian $40

pm sent for b/b Italian $40
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-31-24, 08:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 439
Posted By joesch

RE: NOS Super Maxy & B/B 170 52-42 $110 What is...

RE: NOS Super Maxy & B/B 170 52-42 $110
What is the BB axle length?
Can the BB be purchased alone?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
08-29-24, 10:40 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,516
Posted By joesch

Agree. Phil Gaimon produces many entertaining...

Agree.
Phil Gaimon produces many entertaining youtube vids and still a great climber (retired from tour) getting many KOMs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 303
Posted By joesch

The link claims: "Multi speed chains from 9 to 12...

The link claims: "Multi speed chains from 9 to 12 speeds have inner width of 11/128″ (2.18 mm)"

Does it also cover a different tooth/teeth on ring width to work better for these more narrow...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-24, 12:42 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 303
Posted By joesch

Only asking the one question this time: Are...

Only asking the one question this time:

Are there different teeth widths than 1/8 and 3/32 like chains?

Note that 1/8 are for SS and 3/32 for multi-gear bikes like the common road bike.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-28-24, 06:41 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 303
Posted By joesch

Crank Ring sizes?

I know that crank rings have gone from 3x and 2x to 1x (one by) and larger teeth counts like higher 50s to now higher 20s but are there different teeth widths than 1/8 and 3/32 like chains?
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-20-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,221
Posted By joesch

It actually hit 107 yesterday in the DFW area. ...

It actually hit 107 yesterday in the DFW area.
Good day to hit the gym for me after many days of riding.
The mornings are the best choice for reasonable temps and daylight
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-17-24, 07:08 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,912
Posted By joesch

Surprised I see no mention of juicing. Foods...

Surprised I see no mention of juicing.
Foods that are healthy but not desirable for many to eat, are delicious if juiced especially when mixed with like carrot and apple. Juicing does remove the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-24, 01:12 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,117
Posted By joesch

That picchio stand looks to be the same. Angelo...

That picchio stand looks to be the same.
Angelo Picchio was an outstanding frame builder from Toring, Italy.
His frames often had olympic rings on his fork crowns and his name on the seat stay caps...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,117
Posted By joesch

Great design especially for working the drive...

Great design especially for working the drive train.
Is it hard to get the bike setup by your self?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 834
Posted By joesch

Many frames have Cinelli Bottom Brackets but...

Many frames have Cinelli Bottom Brackets but still not frames made by Cinelli.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-24, 09:14 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 2,291
Posted By joesch

Climber vs Sprinter is often due to size since...

Climber vs Sprinter is often due to size since generally smaller lighter athletes are better climbers and bigger more powerful athletes are better sprinters. There have been many exceptions in both...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,117
Posted By joesch

Are the bike and stand from the same era? They...

Are the bike and stand from the same era?
They both look to be antique.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-14-24, 07:12 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,117
Posted By joesch

Smart way to swap hub and spokes from one rim to...

Smart way to swap hub and spokes from one rim to other
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-24, 06:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 684
Posted By joesch

Love that version of the head badge and the...

Love that version of the head badge and the matching frame decal. This restore is a must do.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-13-24, 05:58 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,117
Posted By joesch

Nice vintage trueing stand. Is the spacing 120 or...

Nice vintage trueing stand. Is the spacing 120 or 126??
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-24, 04:20 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,117
Posted By joesch

The Lion King really rocked the cycling world...

The Lion King really rocked the cycling world like Roger of the Who.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-12-24, 10:49 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,117
Posted By joesch

Show your vintage bike stands

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1880x2000/img_7178_59d92756d15a7eaaa8f69b29a57c20ec0a65d13b.jpeg
heavy base...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-24, 09:33 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 10,155
Posted By joesch

I should have a few spare tires I could donate to...

I should have a few spare tires I could donate to your cause next time we have a common meetup :)
I mostly ride 25's these days have a road bike with 28's.
For the dirty / sandy SoCal trails, I...
Forum: Texas
08-10-24, 04:43 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 13,408
Posted By joesch

Here is this ride Sat on Surly SS at FW Trinity...

Here is this ride Sat on Surly SS at FW Trinity trailshttps://www.strava.com/activities/12114984015
Forum: Texas
08-10-24, 08:57 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 13,408
Posted By joesch

RE: Crossfit and Olympic games, Martin House...

RE: Crossfit and Olympic games, Martin House Brewery is have an event today with some fun games and all the normal great beer. I will be riding the trials on my brown surly SS with my Team USA shirt...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,063
Posted By joesch

A Ti frame with nice group set like DA or Campy...

A Ti frame with nice group set like DA or Campy SR is still a great ride even with 700*25.
Also I believe that the Douglas Ti is a LS that has been customized, ie improved, so how could it be a tier...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-24, 05:44 AM
Replies: 555
Views: 40,930
Posted By joesch

Agree. When I give a bike away, I always want...

Agree.
When I give a bike away, I always want it to be a gift of better health and happyness.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-06-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 555
Views: 40,930
Posted By joesch

Agree. Atleast with deciding to hold in the...

Agree.
Atleast with deciding to hold in the stock market, one does not need to worry about storage and possibly needing to move due to bad politics.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 757
Posted By joesch

If all the current shifting for the 9sp? still...

If all the current shifting for the 9sp? still works cleanly then not an issue.
If not, derailer trimming may return to clean shifting.
For a SS, your delta offset? would probably be more of an...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-01-24, 05:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,002
Posted By joesch

Great deal for a classic setup and ride. Nice...

Great deal for a classic setup and ride.
Nice that Brooks and pedals are included.
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