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Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-24, 04:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 223
Posted By BTinNYC

I've used the Magene rear light/radar for a year...

I've used the Magene rear light/radar for a year and it has been excellent.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-24, 03:21 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,085
Posted By BTinNYC

Finished brazing on the Crescent project. Big...

Finished brazing on the Crescent project. Big !thank you! to scarlson for all the tips on brazing and the "go for it".

Next steps are paint prep. First is the filing and sanding of the lugs. It's...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-22-24, 07:57 AM
Replies: 27,217
Views: 3,195,561
Posted By BTinNYC

It's another day of beautiful weather, so I'm...

It's another day of beautiful weather, so I'm pulling the kit out of the dryer, grabbing sunscreen, topping off the charge on all da wittle batteries, filling bottles, making a PB&J, and heading out!...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-21-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 27,217
Views: 3,195,561
Posted By BTinNYC

Another buzz around north Queens and Great Neck....

Another buzz around north Queens and Great Neck. Sunny and 79 degrees, just beautiful!...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-20-24, 04:22 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 923
Posted By BTinNYC

A bike is an e-bike is a Tesla is a truck.

A bike is an e-bike is a Tesla is a truck.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 05:19 AM
Replies: 324
Views: 42,759
Posted By BTinNYC

A Shogun Celeste 650b/9 speed ...

A Shogun Celeste 650b/9 speed
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-19-24, 05:12 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 1,485
Posted By BTinNYC

Building a bike from the frame up is great fun. ...

Building a bike from the frame up is great fun.

The 'collector' itch is scratched as the just right parts are found, the time spent planning and dreaming is a salve to the nonsense of modern life,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-24, 05:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 185
Posted By BTinNYC

Welcome to BF! I checked the compat chart...

Welcome to BF!
I checked the compat chart linked below and was surprised that the 5701-GS 105 RD I recommend has a listed max of 32 tooth rear cog. I am running that rear derailleur with 34 tooth...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 07:17 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 244
Posted By BTinNYC

Yes, definitely. Use a 9 speed chain. Proof: ...

Yes, definitely. Use a 9 speed chain.
Proof:
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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-17-24, 06:19 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 954
Posted By BTinNYC

My awareness and decision making declines after...

My awareness and decision making declines after about 2.5-3 hours of riding. So that's my max for solo city rides.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-17-24, 04:25 AM
Replies: 7,960
Views: 972,215
Posted By BTinNYC

Ooooo, nice! I tried to do this but didn't find...

Ooooo, nice! I tried to do this but didn't find the right pairing.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 11:14 AM
Replies: 7,960
Views: 972,215
Posted By BTinNYC

The braze-ons are done. Next is cleaning up the...

The braze-ons are done. Next is cleaning up the notoriously messy work of the Crescent gents and paint prep; a bit of bondo on the seatstay caps, that sort of thing....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 10:55 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 3,968
Posted By BTinNYC

Yup. I do like the Campy look, but it's not for...

Yup.
I do like the Campy look, but it's not for this one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-16-24, 06:41 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 3,968
Posted By BTinNYC

Go for it. It's easier and cheaper than I...

Go for it. It's easier and cheaper than I expected. The silver solder costs a bit, but the MAPP torch and braze-on bits were cheap. The torch came with a 4' hose, 6' would be better.

Re:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-15-24, 01:53 PM
Replies: 7,960
Views: 972,215
Posted By BTinNYC

This is nearly the last piece and my neatest...

This is nearly the last piece and my neatest braze so far. The messy ones just take longer to clean up. This is my first try at brazing and the frame got 2 bottle cage sets, shifter bosses, cable...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-24, 07:06 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 858
Posted By BTinNYC

I'm saying you shouldn't. "I have a wheelset"...

I'm saying you shouldn't. "I have a wheelset" isn't a good reason to pound this square peg. Also the top tube doesn't appear cylindrical, so the cable stop clamps may not work.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-14-24, 04:31 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 521
Posted By BTinNYC

It was repaved about 3 years ago IIRC. I'm sure...

It was repaved about 3 years ago IIRC. I'm sure weeds are poking through again by now. I heard they were going to build bathrooms there, but I haven't been by in a while. It sure was nice 60 years...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-11-24, 09:40 AM
Replies: 468
Views: 65,809
Posted By BTinNYC

Hanging out after my ride ...

Hanging out after my ride
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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-11-24, 03:58 AM
Replies: 27,217
Views: 3,195,561
Posted By BTinNYC

Whew! I've been off the bike for about 10 days...

Whew! I've been off the bike for about 10 days due to life stuff and then a cold. It felt so good to hammer out an hour on the trainer yesterday!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 7,960
Views: 972,215
Posted By BTinNYC

More Crescent brazing, now working on the cable...

More Crescent brazing, now working on the cable ports.
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Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-09-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 243
Posted By BTinNYC

If 3 zones is what you want, what about starting...

If 3 zones is what you want, what about starting your third zone at your FTP?
Most every Zone 2 definition I've seen covers a wide range, with a big difference in effort between low Z2 and high Z2,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-09-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,177
Posted By BTinNYC

If you would enjoy the work, then yes. If it's...

If you would enjoy the work, then yes. If it's going to be a chore; nope.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 183
Posted By BTinNYC

After 2 years of chasing creaks, I bought an BB...

After 2 years of chasing creaks, I bought an BB Infinite screw together BB and it's been quiet....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-08-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 800
Posted By BTinNYC

For the starters in my family, I use the Origin8...

For the starters in my family, I use the Origin8 Sport Uno-S saddle. It fits the bill for new riders breaking in their butts, looks decent, and < $40.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-24, 06:22 AM
Replies: 159
Views: 5,671
Posted By BTinNYC

Don't you care that the Venezuelan spy satellites...

Don't you care that the Venezuelan spy satellites are using your watts to puncture nano tubes through rolls of aluminium foil, thereby allowing the 5G mind control wavelengths to pass RIGHT THROUGH!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 469
Posted By BTinNYC

Ack, no bueno.

Ack, no bueno.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 10:58 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 469
Posted By BTinNYC

Are you a paid subscriber? I think the free...

Are you a paid subscriber? I think the free accounts keep 1 year's data live, so only rides after Jan 1 will show up but your total miles will show up in your Profile page
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 760
Views: 41,475
Posted By BTinNYC

I got a set too, these bars came with my Domane...

I got a set too, these bars came with my Domane and they're excellent. I wonder if they come with the foam pads, but either way a pretty good deal.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 06:29 AM
Replies: 3,891
Views: 1,146,511
Posted By BTinNYC

RestoMod UO-18 ...

RestoMod UO-18
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-03-24, 06:21 AM
Replies: 760
Views: 41,475
Posted By BTinNYC

New old stock Bontrager compact handlebars on the...

New old stock Bontrager compact handlebars on the Bay for $19 shipped. 40 and 44 cms too.
https://www.ebay.com/itm/363590335917
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 01:26 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 9,299
Posted By BTinNYC

Jayup, at BF you have to check topic dates. 😀...

Jayup,
at BF you have to check topic dates. 😀 2011 for this one. We all done it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-24, 05:22 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,085
Posted By BTinNYC

Wow, that is a beautiful build!

Wow, that is a beautiful build!
Forum: Indoor & Stationary Cycling Forum
04-30-24, 07:30 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 732
Posted By BTinNYC

You can loosely correlate your watts/kg to the...

You can loosely correlate your watts/kg to the real world. For instance, lots of us use a maximum output over 20 minutes to measure cycling strength. This metric is called FTP (Functional Threshold...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-30-24, 06:20 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 807
Posted By BTinNYC

TNR, The rim brakes make the upgrade to Di2 a...

TNR,
The rim brakes make the upgrade to Di2 a bridge too far. For those TN mountains, I would go with a 10 speed Medium cage 105 RD, and a 11-34 cassette. Maybe a new longer chain if needed....
Forum: Mid-Atlantic
04-30-24, 05:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 344
Posted By BTinNYC

Two plickets?

Two plickets?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-24, 05:25 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,630
Posted By BTinNYC

Firstly, I really like how the phyisical...

Firstly, I really like how the phyisical connection of being "clipped in" makes me feel like the bike and I are one machine.

Regarding pedaling, I don't pull up on the pedals when riding but I...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-27-24, 04:56 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 540
Posted By BTinNYC

I had just read a different post by John Thompson...

I had just read a different post by John Thompson and my brain confused your post with his.
Forum: Framebuilders
04-26-24, 08:01 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 540
Posted By BTinNYC

It was in my imagination, apologies!

It was in my imagination, apologies!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,085
Posted By BTinNYC

Super!!

Super!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 7,960
Views: 972,215
Posted By BTinNYC

Shifter bosses ...

Shifter bosses
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 01:28 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,085
Posted By BTinNYC

Such a great color!!

Such a great color!!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-26-24, 01:15 PM
Replies: 7,960
Views: 972,215
Posted By BTinNYC

The Crescent 318 brazing guinea pig. ...

The Crescent 318 brazing guinea pig.
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 05:51 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 961
Posted By BTinNYC

Hot descents, jogging godesses, and close...

Hot descents, jogging godesses, and close encounters of the vehicle kind get memories. Everything else goes out the window along with the verbal honey-do's.
Forum: Framebuilders
04-26-24, 05:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 540
Posted By BTinNYC

I think you'll get better responses for DIY...

I think you'll get better responses for DIY painting in the Classic and Vintage section. Everything John T said above is true, as he's a professional. There's garage rattle-can painters in C & V.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-24, 07:58 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,085
Posted By BTinNYC

Yup, the 2024 build is going to be weird, since...

Yup, the 2024 build is going to be weird, since it started that way.

A Swedish bike with French BB and ISO steerer. High quality tubes (Vitus 971) and lugs, yet crudely assembled.

The horrible...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-25-24, 04:32 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,582
Posted By BTinNYC

I dislike doing strength training, to put it...

I dislike doing strength training, to put it mildly. Once or twice a week focusing on upper body and core. I do squats and Bulgarians, with weights if my legs aren't sore and just body weight if...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-24-24, 02:47 PM
Replies: 27,217
Views: 3,195,561
Posted By BTinNYC

City miles. ...

City miles.
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,469
Posted By BTinNYC

I see their latest version app is Stages Cycling...

I see their latest version app is Stages Cycling not StagesPower.

Always a depressing sight.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 08:51 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,469
Posted By BTinNYC

I would make sure I have the latest update for...

I would make sure I have the latest update for the StagesPower app. You own the app and it doesnt require connecting to their system to calibrate the PM, so it should continue to function.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 05:28 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,469
Posted By BTinNYC

Stages Cycling is shuttered

Another bike business goes into the ditch. Eek. How many of these recent failures are downstream of the Covid boom & bust? I'm guessing a lot....
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