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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-24, 05:23 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 150
Posted By masi61

Lezyne makes an in-line digital pressure gauge....

Lezyne makes an in-line digital pressure gauge. Not sure if digital is Ok for you but the Lezyne has been good for me for the past 3 years or so. I did have to replace the battery twice though. The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 304
Posted By masi61

Square taper cranks: running JIS taper when ISO taper more ideal

I have a Mavic Starfish triple and a Campagnolo record square taper triple cranksets and both of these call for “ISO” taper bottom bracket axles. I’m having trouble sourcing an “ISO” 119mm for the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 03:37 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 912
Posted By masi61

Yeah, you're likely right that the chainstays are...

Yeah, you're likely right that the chainstays are not nearly as long as what the OP was looking for. The max tire width on these cantilever braked Silk tour I suspect is more like 48mm but still not...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 912
Posted By masi61

I have a Cannondale "Silk Tour 900" that seems to...

I have a Cannondale "Silk Tour 900" that seems to have exceptionally long chainstays. It was in rough used shape when I bought the complete bike for $170 on Facebook Marketplace. The frame is quite...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-14-24, 08:16 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 652
Posted By masi61

I agree that spending money on used, Dura Ace...

I agree that spending money on used, Dura Ace 7700 integrated shifters can be a crap shoot. Even new old stock could potentially have dried grease and therefore shifting would not be optimum. These...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-12-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 619
Posted By masi61

I bought a Cannondale 2.8 road frame that had its...

I bought a Cannondale 2.8 road frame that had its paint stripped and the raw aluminum buffed but not exactly polished. Someone put replacement decals (yellow) on it and somebody spread the rear...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-12-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 336
Posted By masi61

Looks like a nice rim. I just looked it up on the...

Looks like a nice rim. I just looked it up on the Velocity website. The higher strength aluminum extrusion sounds like a real plus. Looks like they are disc only and based on the Aileron shape, just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 02:15 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 490
Posted By masi61

Oh, you misunderstood me, the Challenge tire I am...

Oh, you misunderstood me, the Challenge tire I am using is not tubeless, but clincher - what they call open tubular.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 10:00 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 490
Posted By masi61

BTW: I’m pretty good now at mounting tubeless...

BTW: I’m pretty good now at mounting tubeless tires on tubeless ready rims. I definitely try to ensure that the bead gets in the middle low spot to gain more clearance but in this instance I almost...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 09:56 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 490
Posted By masi61

No toe straps as placeholders, I will perhaps try...

No toe straps as placeholders, I will perhaps try this. I could not find my Schwalbe tire levers which are flat (lower profile) but still strong. The Pedro’s ones I was trying were too thick… also I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-10-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 490
Posted By masi61

My fingers feel arthritic now & several hours were spent unsuccessfully

Trying to install Challenge Paris Roubaix 27mm open tubulars onto Mavic CXP Pro carbon tubeless ready rims. It has been a “no-go” so far. I’m taking a pause for a few days while my sore hands heal. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 851
Posted By masi61

Dura Ace 8 speed brifters did not have a...

Dura Ace 8 speed brifters did not have a corresponding long cage where the indexing would play together. If you plan to index an xtr rear derailleur to a “tricolor” 8 speed shifter, I believe this...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-24, 09:25 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,536
Posted By masi61

No problem: in this photo you should be able to...

No problem: in this photo you should be able to see the O-ring inside the reversible brass Presta/Schraeder head.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-24, 06:05 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 6,536
Posted By masi61

Yes, the groove inside the hole for the presta...

Yes, the groove inside the hole for the presta valve is where the O-ring resides. I think that treaded valve stems abrade the O-ring over time potentially if you are heavy handed with the SmartGuage...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-24, 11:23 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,821
Posted By masi61

Call me crazy but to me this is not fugly. The...

Call me crazy but to me this is not fugly. The welds are nice and the thick polished aluminum is contoured in an original way. Honestly, I wish there were more stem options like this one, regardless...
Forum: Touring
08-27-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 418
Posted By masi61

I would probably also plan on touring with a good...

I would probably also plan on touring with a good tire gauge. I have the Lezyne digital gauge and rely on it a lot. You could carry it in your seat pouch or in your tool kit you carry in your pannier...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-22-24, 05:20 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,821
Posted By masi61

Just curious if folks reading this threads could...

Just curious if folks reading this threads could give a few examples of current production titanium quill stems that they like. I thought I saw where “Blue Lug” was carrying a beautiful new version...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-15-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 617
Posted By masi61

I have run KMC chains in both 9 & 10 speed...

I have run KMC chains in both 9 & 10 speed versions and find that they shift smoothly and are pretty quiet with the waxing method I have been using for the past 3 years. What I have run into though...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-24, 02:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,065
Posted By masi61

The internal rim width is irrelevant to your tire...

The internal rim width is irrelevant to your tire choice if the rim diameter is not 700c but instead the old 27” standard.
To properly advise you, we really need to know what you mean when you say...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-08-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,065
Posted By masi61

If you were able to mount a 700x25 clincher tire...

If you were able to mount a 700x25 clincher tire on a steel 27” rim successfully, I’m not sure what to say about that. That tire is sitting too low and leaving a gap because 700c tires are a slightly...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-06-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,065
Posted By masi61

What rim are you using that has 23mm internal...

What rim are you using that has 23mm internal width?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-03-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 426
Posted By masi61

Is there a screwed on cable guide on the outer BB...

Is there a screwed on cable guide on the outer BB shell by chance? Any chance that screw is a tad too long? If this is the case, back out the screw until the sleeve can fit through then tighten the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-29-24, 05:12 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,188
Posted By masi61

You don’t say what brand of hub it is, if we knew...

You don’t say what brand of hub it is, if we knew that it might be easier to say which spacers or axle changes could be made to bring the locknut to locknut spec up to 135mm. For a Shimano hub with...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-24, 02:19 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,090
Posted By masi61

I’ve heard that older carbon forks that are...

I’ve heard that older carbon forks that are straight 1-1/8” or the earlier 1” carbon forks are much better at attenuating bumpy roads than the modern ones with the lower oversized 1-1/2” bearing /...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-24, 09:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 295
Posted By masi61

I purchased some Deore XT compressionless...

I purchased some Deore XT compressionless derailleur housing from eBay which I believe is like ~5.5 mm thickness. The kit comes with ferules which fit snugly for some of the road bikes where I am...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-26-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,250
Posted By masi61

I have a small stockpile of left (front) STI...

I have a small stockpile of left (front) STI levers that need to have the dried grease ultrasonically cleaned away. Unfortunately my ultrasonic cleaner is mostly broke now. I plan to send it to a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-19-24, 10:12 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 925
Posted By masi61

Not sure if you have any Challenge tires in your...

Not sure if you have any Challenge tires in your tire stash or not but I want to say that their Strada Biancha model comes in your kind of widths & thanks to their open tubular, high thread count...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-24, 11:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 670
Posted By masi61

I guess latex is similar to tubeless since they...

I guess latex is similar to tubeless since they give a softer ride than butyl. This gives you the option of running slightly lower pressures than butyl since there is lower incidence of snake bite...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 670
Posted By masi61

BTW: velox cotton canvas tape is maybe OK for...

BTW: velox cotton canvas tape is maybe OK for latex tubes but 2 layers of high quality tubeless tape is better.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 670
Posted By masi61

I came up with a method of using locking M6 nylon...

I came up with a method of using locking M6 nylon stop collars on the valve stems to keep the valve stem from moving. Most latex inner tubes I have seen do not have treaded stems for that little...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-17-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 670
Posted By masi61

Latex tubes are very prone to similar damage in...

Latex tubes are very prone to similar damage in the vicinity of the valve stem. Since they lose air daily, your handling of the valve stem while inflating can easily create a leak in this area. How...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-24, 05:25 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 499
Posted By masi61

yeah & it started out as clear Gulf canning wax....

yeah & it started out as clear Gulf canning wax. There was a bunch of sparkly silver metallic sediment in the bottom of the crock pot too!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-15-24, 08:34 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 499
Posted By masi61

Here is a photo of my dirty chain wax block after...

Here is a photo of my dirty chain wax block after I popped it out of the silicon rectangular bread mold. Looks like a bourbon colored brick. The culmination of one year of riding 2 road bikes ~7150...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 499
Posted By masi61

Long term chain waxing reports

I'm on year 3 of campaigning both my road bikes with waxed chains. I dump the old wax once a year or so into a silicone bread mold into a brick to inspect it and this last time the solidified brick...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-12-24, 05:56 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,221
Posted By masi61

I am playing around with a cheap Cannondale 2.8 ...

I am playing around with a cheap Cannondale 2.8 build & mocked it up with some used Topline cranks (not NOS like yours). I’m having fun with it but the build is stalled for a bit as my other...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-12-24, 05:23 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 2,902
Posted By masi61

Did you peel off the old tape & re-tape when...

Did you peel off the old tape & re-tape when mounting the Schwalbes? On my road tubeless tire installs where I am not doing a great job maintaining pressure from day to day, I usually will find...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-10-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 247
Posted By masi61

Any Serotta CSi owners here? seatpost diameter needed.

I bought a used Serotta CSi from eBay a couple of weeks ago because I always wanted one. It is a size 54 or 55 with an extended head tube (so it should fit my 5-11" self). I plan to use a Chinese...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-08-24, 03:38 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 2,737
Posted By masi61

Which fork do you have on your Serotta CSi that...

Which fork do you have on your Serotta CSi that you can run a 32 front?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-23-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,515
Posted By masi61

Using modern Shimano style brake holders that use...

Using modern Shimano style brake holders that use spherical washers would help you optimize rim sidewall contact really well compared with the old dodgy solution of bending the caliper arms to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-19-24, 05:31 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,092
Posted By masi61

Could folks share: what is PBH?

Could folks share: what is PBH?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 03:52 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,918
Posted By masi61

1) ditto to what others have said about making...

1) ditto to what others have said about making sure the valve core is tight with a valve core tool. Be sure to carry a valve core tool with you on your rides for when you really need it too!

2)...
Forum: Introductions
06-02-24, 01:04 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 342
Posted By masi61

Welcome! I like your attitude, it is very...

Welcome! I like your attitude, it is very refreshing. I think you will find that the mechanics forum and classic and vintage forums to be a great resource.. Great to hear that someone so young is...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-02-24, 12:30 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,547
Posted By masi61

Buy a stock frame on the small size for you and...

Buy a stock frame on the small size for you and use as long of a seatpost as you need and if your torso isn't so long the top tube on the more compact frame will be pretty close to accepting a...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-24, 12:27 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,977
Posted By masi61

Sounds similar to my experience with the...

Sounds similar to my experience with the Panaracer Agilest TLR. These are a great value for such a high performing tire. But the rear tire got riddled with little cuts and the tread was thinned...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-02-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,547
Posted By masi61

I cannot really speak personally to the price...

I cannot really speak personally to the price disparity between new titanium working class vs boutique brands but I wonder if you have considered picking up a used titanium road frame in the size of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-24, 06:09 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 750
Posted By masi61

Andrew R Stewart & kctickbait thanks for your...

Andrew R Stewart & kctickbait thanks for your reply on this issue. I just installed a clean used eBay set of 7800 shifters that almost appeared NOS and to my surprise they appear to have the same...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-02-24, 05:55 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,221
Posted By masi61

Can you build a bike surrounding a set of barrel...

Can you build a bike surrounding a set of barrel adjusters? Not really but, I had these cool Serotta barrel adjusters that I had purchased to replace some crappy ones on my titanium Veritas but they...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-24, 05:59 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,274
Posted By masi61

Bike24 in Germany should have these. Their prices...

Bike24 in Germany should have these. Their prices are low, but shipping is $40 so you might want to order more to recoup back some of the shipping. There are weird extra “foreign transaction” fees...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-24, 01:42 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,432
Posted By masi61

front and

I run 25mm tubeless Panaracer Agilest TLR front and Agilest Duro TLR rear on my Velocity Quill tubeless rims. These are taped with 2 layers of tubeless tape that is like 21 or 22mm width. The square...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-24, 08:44 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,544
Posted By masi61

Greasing a seatpost with thick high quality...

Greasing a seatpost with thick high quality grease should help it stay put and be quiet. You could also use carbon fiber grip paste to allay your objection to grease. You didn’t mention if you are...
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