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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-24, 08:40 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,188
Posted By noglider

Strawbunyan, I just read this whole thread, and I...

Strawbunyan, I just read this whole thread, and I have never had disc brakes, mechanical or hydraulic. I worked on hydraulic once, and I barely remember what I did. Anyway, since you have no LBS, I...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-09-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 320
Posted By noglider

First, I realize I'm probably wrong about the...

First, I realize I'm probably wrong about the cause of my phone heating up. It's probably not charging, it's probably because I sometimes use the hotspot feature while connected to the battery.
...
Forum: Commuting
06-09-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 421
Posted By noglider

BobbyG, I remember when it occurred to me to do...

BobbyG, I remember when it occurred to me to do that kind of arithmetic. I was lamenting that I wasn't getting exercise and didn't see how I could spare the time if I joined a gym. Then I realized...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-09-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 320
Posted By noglider

The urban myth is based in a bit of fact....

The urban myth is based in a bit of fact. Charging too fast can heat things up, and that wears things out.

I have an old Anker external battery. I carry it every day but use it only occasionally....
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
06-09-24, 07:11 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,894
Posted By noglider

Ralphinca, please don't use a front-facing red...

Ralphinca, please don't use a front-facing red light. White is for front, and red is for rear. The wrong color is a "lie" and a disservice to other road users. Headlights are generally brighter than...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 06:36 AM
Replies: 385
Views: 23,033
Posted By noglider

I went down by one bike not out of choice. I kept...

I went down by one bike not out of choice. I kept my beloved 1962 Rudge Sports 3-speed at my mother in law's place in Florida. Her apartment building occasionally sweeps through the bike storage room...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 06:28 AM
Replies: 355
Views: 164,114
Posted By noglider

I have not. You might want to try the Continental...

I have not. You might want to try the Continental Gatorskin (https://www.biketiresdirect.com/product/continental-gatorskin-27-inch-road-tire) or the Schwalbe Green Marathon...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 06:23 AM
Replies: 2,182
Views: 544,199
Posted By noglider

cjefferds, it looks really nice. I don't...

cjefferds, it looks really nice.

I don't have a lot of experience with wide flat handlebars. I wonder if that is what makes the bike feel heavy.

I've done a LOT of experimenting with my Super...
Forum: Commuting
06-08-24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 15,721
Views: 12,477,780
Posted By noglider

Hey, Phamilton, it's nice to see you back. I'm...

Hey, Phamilton, it's nice to see you back. I'm glad you're riding so much.
Forum: Commuting
06-08-24, 08:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 421
Posted By noglider

No, I never thought to do that. It's funny. ...

No, I never thought to do that. It's funny.

Traffic and weather don't affect my bike commute time. That's one of the great things about bike commuting.

Most of my route is on the Hudson River...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-08-24, 08:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 377
Posted By noglider

You sound easy to please. You'll probably like...

You sound easy to please. You'll probably like that Trek Domane. But I like the suggestion to look at gravel bikes. They are more all-purpose. You can get some in steel, too, though that probably...
Forum: Commuting
06-08-24, 08:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,277
Posted By noglider

Oh, cool, you use witch hazel, too? I love it. I...

Oh, cool, you use witch hazel, too? I love it. I just pour it into my hand and then wipe it into my arm pit. In a minute or so, my pores stop sweating. I like your wash cloth technique, though, and I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 07:57 PM
Replies: 2,182
Views: 544,199
Posted By noglider

cjefferds, I'm surprised you say that about the...

cjefferds, I'm surprised you say that about the green one. It's not that heavy, is it? Mine is heavier than original, and it still climbs quite happily.
Forum: Commuting
06-08-24, 06:43 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 8,709
Posted By noglider

Strawbunyan, that is SO GOOD to read. It's really...

Strawbunyan, that is SO GOOD to read. It's really the best that a new bike commuter can report. You're quite right to phase in your bike trips rather that trying to do five days a week all at once....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 355
Views: 164,114
Posted By noglider

True enough. I stick with the big name tires,...

True enough. I stick with the big name tires, given my experience. I had a bad experience with Cheng Shin tires. I understand they've gotten better, and so have Kenda. I had Schwalbe Delta Cruiser...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 05:22 PM
Replies: 355
Views: 164,114
Posted By noglider

smontanaro, not all Kenda tires are bad.

smontanaro, not all Kenda tires are bad.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 05:20 PM
Replies: 319
Views: 44,914
Posted By noglider

Here is a Lemond titanium bike I had a few years...

Here is a Lemond titanium bike I had a few years ago.


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Forum: Commuting
06-04-24, 02:27 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,304
Posted By noglider

Your bike won't die if you don't let it. You'll...

Your bike won't die if you don't let it. You'll just need to replace components occasionally.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 01:55 PM
Replies: 338
Views: 44,898
Posted By noglider

Grandma, what big drops you have!

Grandma, what big drops you have!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 01:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 618
Posted By noglider

I guess this leaves the head and steerer tubes in...

I guess this leaves the head and steerer tubes in question. ;)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 01:39 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 13,721
Posted By noglider

Wow, that's a transformation.

Wow, that's a transformation.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 234
Views: 23,023
Posted By noglider

May 31 is our wedding anniversary. We didn't...

May 31 is our wedding anniversary. We didn't realize it until late in the day. We normally don't make a big deal of it. We made a little deal and had a really good dinner out with a couple of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 06:59 AM
Replies: 319
Views: 44,914
Posted By noglider

Happy June, everyone. Do you have any new...

Happy June, everyone. Do you have any new pictures of your old chrome or silver bikes? Or your new chrome or silver bikes? Or even old pictures?
Forum: Commuting
05-31-24, 04:54 AM
Replies: 1,715
Views: 355,639
Posted By noglider

It's cool that it happened to you, because it's...

It's cool that it happened to you, because it's so, you know, weird.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 8,027
Views: 996,333
Posted By noglider

cjefferds, I'm glad you were able to make it...

cjefferds, I'm glad you were able to make it work. I really like my Super Course, too.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-25-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 237
Posted By noglider

They didn't mark everything Dura Ace, so the...

They didn't mark everything Dura Ace, so the Crane was their top derailleur.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,928
Posted By noglider

:roflmao: I love this and hope to remember it.

:roflmao:
I love this and hope to remember it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,928
Posted By noglider

I've been cycling since I was 4 years old, and...

I've been cycling since I was 4 years old, and I'm 63 now, so that's 59 years. I've had a few crashes, one serious. No regrets, and I'm still riding happily.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-25-24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,063
Posted By noglider

I've used many kinds of chain lube. I have been...

I've used many kinds of chain lube. I have been somewhat satisfied with all of them, ATF, even chainsaw/bar or whatever it's called, and even classic WD-40. None of them is perfect. Lately, I use...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-25-24, 04:06 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,051
Posted By noglider

PoorInRichfield that site is great. I bookmarked...

PoorInRichfield that site is great. I bookmarked a few of their pages with exercises.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-25-24, 03:53 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,894
Posted By noglider

Haha, funny. I had forgotten. I'm glad you're...

Haha, funny. I had forgotten. I'm glad you're happy with yours.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-25-24, 02:01 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,144
Posted By noglider

79pmooney, Ben, that's a good story. I get the...

79pmooney, Ben, that's a good story. I get the emails for the awards dinner, and I haven't been interested until now, but maybe I'm interested now. I don't donate for rewards or thanks. I don't even...
Forum: Commuting
05-25-24, 01:56 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,304
Posted By noglider

Here's an idea. Get a flip-flop hub. Most of...

Here's an idea. Get a flip-flop hub. Most of these have the threading for fixed gear on one side and for a single-speed freewheel on the other. Try fixed for a while, and then flip it. If you want,...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-25-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,894
Posted By noglider

BCDrums, I had one replaced, and I think it was...

BCDrums, I had one replaced, and I think it was after the warranty had expired. You could ask and see what they say, which is what I did. They sent me a brand new unit with a new bracket.
Forum: Commuting
05-24-24, 01:14 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,304
Posted By noglider

Actually, I did commute on a fixed gear when my...

Actually, I did commute on a fixed gear when my route was moderately hilly. It got me in shape. I couldn't shift down to climb my big hill, so I pedaled harder. I got stronger. And I went as fast as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 01:07 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 9,493
Posted By noglider

3alarmer, I agree that a steel bike is practical...

3alarmer, I agree that a steel bike is practical for transportation. But I don't understand your question. It's not dying at all, at least from where I am. I'm in NYC where tons of people get around...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 12:58 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,640
Posted By noglider

Open hearth brazing, really? You mean like in...

Open hearth brazing, really? You mean like in that 1945 video about how Raleigh made their bikes?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 1,107
Views: 394,155
Posted By noglider

Bianchi84, when your bike has rim brakes, you...

Bianchi84, when your bike has rim brakes, you usually need to change the calipers to accommodate 650b wheels. It's possible, in some conversions, to do it with no changes other than brake calipers.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-24-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 8,853
Views: 1,164,589
Posted By noglider

I never saw those brakes. Very handsome.

I never saw those brakes. Very handsome.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-24-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,894
Posted By noglider

Yeah, it's not much more than a regular...

Yeah, it's not much more than a regular taillight, but it's so much brighter. I should have gotten it sooner. Cygolite products have proven to be quite durable.
Forum: Commuting
05-24-24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,304
Posted By noglider

I like the fixed gear idea. I have a couple of...

I like the fixed gear idea. I have a couple of fixed gear bikes, though I rarely ride them. One reason is that my commuting route is a bit hilly, so it adds a bit more challenge than I want.

I...
Forum: Commuting
05-23-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 598
Posted By noglider

All of this requires compromise of one kind or...

All of this requires compromise of one kind or another. Panniers are lousy to carry by hand. A backpack on the bike ain't great, but I use one often anyway. Lately, I have a basket on my rear rack,...
Forum: Commuting
05-23-24, 03:47 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,304
Posted By noglider

Bikes die when you leave them in the rain night...

Bikes die when you leave them in the rain night after night. They don't rust away when they get wet occasionally even for a few hours. Some say you should lube the chain after each time it gets wet,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 8,027
Views: 996,333
Posted By noglider

It often works out well when you do something as...

It often works out well when you do something as radical as changing the type of handlebars, but not always. I have a 1971 Super Course, same color and geometry. I put on North Road (swept way back)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 03:35 PM
Replies: 458
Views: 88,311
Posted By noglider

RCMoeur, wow, customers think of new stuff all...

RCMoeur, wow, customers think of new stuff all the time. The human mind is an amazing thing.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 8,027
Views: 996,333
Posted By noglider

bikamper, I really enjoy displaying reverse...

bikamper, I really enjoy displaying reverse snobbery. I've brought a lot of clunker bikes to rides where people have fancy bikes. You can be proud when you keep up with everyone.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-24, 03:30 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,876
Posted By noglider

True, but I'm going to be picky here and point...

True, but I'm going to be picky here and point out that there are differences. As far as I know, Gran Compe always used the attachment method of a band which held a nut whereas Campagnolo uses a bolt...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-23-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,566
Posted By noglider

The Golden Boy, may we see the completed bike?

The Golden Boy, may we see the completed bike?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,876
Posted By noglider

Aubergine, the Campy levers have better leverage,...

Aubergine, the Campy levers have better leverage, and the pivot that the cable attaches to is also of a large diameter. This reduces friction. They're very nice levers, and the price is almost...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,566
Posted By noglider

My spouse was also a big enabler for me for a...

My spouse was also a big enabler for me for a while. My fixing and flipping hobby started because I got a few bikes cheap at a police auction. For my birthday, she cleared out a room in our basement...
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