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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 07:07 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 6,395
Posted By bboy314

It’s a transfer station - gets a visit every time...

It’s a transfer station - gets a visit every time the bin at home is full (in my case maybe once or twice a month).
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 06:38 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 48
Posted By bboy314

Yes

Yes
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 05:49 PM
Replies: 983
Views: 55,756
Posted By bboy314

Great bikes. Obscene asking prices.

Great bikes. Obscene asking prices.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 368
Posted By bboy314

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

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/282x420/img_9111_83fc963d2913ff3f4586c1c105eec1607ec96c37.jpeg
I assume this is the radar you mean? Seems like a helpful guy to have around....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-24, 06:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 311
Posted By bboy314

Looks like a pain to adjust. Also most tandems...

Looks like a pain to adjust. Also most tandems can benefit from more room between stoker and tandem, not less.
Forum: For Sale
06-05-24, 05:50 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 124
Posted By bboy314

PM sent.

PM sent.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 05:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 95
Posted By bboy314

It’s a style of handlebar I like. Some...

It’s a style of handlebar I like. Some measurements would be nice.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-04-24, 03:23 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 557
Posted By bboy314

One word - Worksman. Though you could get a...

One word - Worksman.

Though you could get a brand new one that weighs the same as vintage.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 08:08 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,140
Posted By bboy314

Is it really a risk you find worth taking? I say...

Is it really a risk you find worth taking? I say take the money you were going to pay that guy and put it towards a new fork.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 07:01 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,140
Posted By bboy314

Not sure how that was accomplished, but in any...

Not sure how that was accomplished, but in any case, I would absolutely not continue to use that fork.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-03-24, 06:58 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,140
Posted By bboy314

Assuming all those holes go through the fork...

Assuming all those holes go through the fork steerer and head tube too?

Time for a new bike. And don’t let that guy within a mile of it.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 249
Posted By bboy314

Didn't you just buy a much nicer Miyata for $50? ...

Didn't you just buy a much nicer Miyata for $50?

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1293692-help-estimate-frame-size-thrift-miyata-512-road-bike.html

It’s a pretty low end 30 year old...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-03-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 249
Posted By bboy314

I’d consider it for $40 or less. If you want...

I’d consider it for $40 or less.

If you want specific info regarding vintage, etc. I’d suggest doing some research, maybe find some old Nishiki catalogs to scour. I’m guessing it’s late 80s/early...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-02-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 261
Posted By bboy314

It’s almost as if value is somewhat subjective.

It’s almost as if value is somewhat subjective.
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-02-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,551
Posted By bboy314

^ looks like a nicely bent fork as well.

^ looks like a nicely bent fork as well.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 02:42 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 732
Posted By bboy314

Pretty compact, not quite as simple as the first...

Pretty compact, not quite as simple as the first type you posted in that you can’t just roll your bike into it and walk away.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 01:28 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 205
Posted By bboy314

I think it was pretty obvious what was meant, in...

I think it was pretty obvious what was meant, in context.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 732
Posted By bboy314

They work ok as long as you can adjust them to be...

They work ok as long as you can adjust them to be a snug fit on the rear tire. The second one you posted is a trainer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-24, 07:08 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 769
Posted By bboy314

First I might consider bringing it to another...

First I might consider bringing it to another bike shop to visually inspect. Is adjusting the hub spacing an option?

In post #11 I asked some questions, the answers to which might help in coming...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 06:16 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,546
Posted By bboy314

Finding a 1” disc fork will be challenging....

Finding a 1” disc fork will be challenging. Though, since it’s a bare frame, you could (*C&V trigger warning!) have a disc mount added to the rear as well, by an experienced builder of course, while...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-24, 05:18 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,065
Posted By bboy314

Or get a gravel or endurance road bike if you’d...

Or get a gravel or endurance road bike if you’d prefer 100%.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,939
Posted By bboy314

That $75 Schwinn Prelude is a great bike for the...

That $75 Schwinn Prelude is a great bike for the price, assuming it’s in decent shape.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-01-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,939
Posted By bboy314

Definitely stay away from Huffy, plus that one is...

Definitely stay away from Huffy, plus that one is way too small for you. Most step-thru frames will be. Of the bikes pictured, the Fuji is by far the best but looks like it needs work and is likely...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 07:34 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,814
Posted By bboy314

So you bought a cheap helmet to see what an...

So you bought a cheap helmet to see what an expensive helmet might feel like?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-01-24, 06:27 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 509
Posted By bboy314

Panaracer RIdeBikesMore ...

Panaracer RIdeBikesMore

https://www.panaracerusa.com/products/ribmo-protite-folding-urban-commuter-tires

They actually ride pretty nice, though not as nice as Paselas.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-24, 04:51 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,814
Posted By bboy314

Your helmet has padding between MIPS and scalp,...

Your helmet has padding between MIPS and scalp, no? Also I think removing the MIPS will render the helmet ineffective since it’s built into the design. Probably makes more sense to just remove the...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 329
Posted By bboy314

Good price if each listing includes 5 of them.

Good price if each listing includes 5 of them.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-31-24, 11:15 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 312
Posted By bboy314

A close up pic of where the crack is would help...

A close up pic of where the crack is would help answer this question.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-31-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 725
Posted By bboy314

I’m also curious as to what is meant by “racing”....

I’m also curious as to what is meant by “racing”. But with the given info, I’d suspect chain routing or very worn chainring.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-31-24, 04:22 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 419
Posted By bboy314

Oh sweet irony…

Oh sweet irony…
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-30-24, 07:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 813
Posted By bboy314

Try here: ...

Try here:
https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-bicycles-whats-worth-appraisals/

I’d take it over a NOS Schwinn Varsity any day. Price is ok if it’s in fantastic condition. Someone...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 856
Posted By bboy314

So what mistake were you making exactly? Using a...

So what mistake were you making exactly? Using a faulty gauge?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 05:15 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,152
Posted By bboy314

I think they’d be much closer to their original...

I think they’d be much closer to their original value than its modern equivalent.

“influential” in this case certainly doesn’t equal valuable. In fact the article describes the Varsity as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-30-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 510
Posted By bboy314

End of the spindle should ideally be outboard of...

End of the spindle should ideally be outboard of both pinch bolts.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-24, 05:33 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 419
Posted By bboy314

Both cheaper and heavier than 4130 chromoly of...

Both cheaper and heavier than 4130 chromoly of the same dimensions.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-29-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 534
Posted By bboy314

Cups usually go in easier than they come out, so...

Cups usually go in easier than they come out, so you have that working for you.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 484
Posted By bboy314

I used to tour on one and liked it. But if it...

I used to tour on one and liked it. But if it doesn’t wow you I say get rid of it and make the space. Unless it’s the only bike you have that’s suitable for pulling the kid trailer.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-29-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 345
Posted By bboy314

For $135, might as well see how you like it. I’m...

For $135, might as well see how you like it. I’m guessing someone else might snap it up while you wait for reviews though. I haven’t owned one myself but it seems like a deal if it’s in good shape.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 08:33 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,009
Posted By bboy314

This bike won’t take an HG cassette, so they’ll...

This bike won’t take an HG cassette, so they’ll have to source an IG or replace the wheel.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-29-24, 06:05 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,009
Posted By bboy314

Not sure if you’ve looked at the pictures, but...

Not sure if you’ve looked at the pictures, but it’s pretty evident the cogs and chainrings are extremely worn. You can see the sharp teeth of the chainring, the gap between them and the chain, and...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-29-24, 06:00 AM
Replies: 106
Views: 3,011
Posted By bboy314

If only someone had repeatedly warned us about...

If only someone had repeatedly warned us about the dangers of MUPs.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 05:22 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 8,978
Posted By bboy314

Those are also highly subjective qualities, so I...

Those are also highly subjective qualities, so I don’t think it’s surprising that most folks of the younger generations don’t necessarily agree.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-24, 05:10 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,009
Posted By bboy314

Based on the photos, this bike needs a chain,...

Based on the photos, this bike needs a chain, chainrings, UG cassette (so new wheel and FW/cassette, as far as most shops are concerned). So the estimate given is not at all unreasonable. It’s easy...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 08:55 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,083
Posted By bboy314

Interestingly, Problem Solvers makes a product...

Interestingly, Problem Solvers makes a product that works similarly to this, adjusting a headset with no star nut.

https://problemsolversbike.com/products/adjustable-headset-spacer
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,083
Posted By bboy314

Needs a star nut installed first.

Needs a star nut installed first.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 210
Posted By bboy314

That crankset calls for a 123mm bottom bracket...

That crankset calls for a 123mm bottom bracket spindle, so when you remove the old crankset, measure the spindle length. If it’s within a couple mm it should work. Otherwise get a new BB to match....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-24, 06:44 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 278
Posted By bboy314

As Bill said, adjust hub spacing to work with...

As Bill said, adjust hub spacing to work with chainline and frame, then center the rim.

When you say you dished the wheel, do you mean you just checked the centering, or actually adjusted it?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-28-24, 02:44 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 546
Posted By bboy314

If you’re using rattle can, you’re going to want...

If you’re using rattle can, you’re going to want to strip the parts first, or at least find a way to THOROUGHLY mask them off. You could try a similar effect with paint pen or brush with less risk of...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-28-24, 02:01 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,817
Posted By bboy314

Microshift cassettes are compatible with Shimano.

Microshift cassettes are compatible with Shimano.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-24, 09:45 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,701
Posted By bboy314

Can’t wait to see what sort of fear mongering OP...

Can’t wait to see what sort of fear mongering OP will attempt with all this data…
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