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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 295
Posted By shelbyfv

And for those of us who were not Physics majors...

And for those of us who were not Physics majors or even Mechanical Engineers, best not to second guess the mfg, just follow the instructions. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 04:58 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 745
Posted By shelbyfv

Thank you. :beer: :roflmao:

Thank you. :beer:

:roflmao:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 04:23 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,121
Posted By shelbyfv

Post #28 suggests the bike may have come with a...

Post #28 suggests the bike may have come with a chain keeper. If that's the case, it might better protect against dropped chain damage than a tube shield. :foo:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 295
Posted By shelbyfv

Yes, clearly the bike is a poor fit and that's a...

Yes, clearly the bike is a poor fit and that's a whole other can of worms. :popcorn
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 295
Posted By shelbyfv

I'd follow the manufacturer's instructions,...

I'd follow the manufacturer's instructions, regardless of random speculation on the internet. That includes spacer stack, rider weight and any prohibition of stem extenders. If you really need 60mm...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-24, 01:23 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 140
Posted By shelbyfv

I'd suggest you look at the Cannondale Topstone 1...

I'd suggest you look at the Cannondale Topstone 1 if you have a convenient dealer. Comparable $ but Shimano instead of SRAM.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 12:50 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 502
Posted By shelbyfv

I actually know someone who had a nice bike...

I actually know someone who had a nice bike stolen. He left it on a rack in a hotel parking lot. Ooops. :o
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 12:43 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 745
Posted By shelbyfv

Tubeless under those circumstances seems a...

Tubeless under those circumstances seems a no-brainer. Guess there wouldn't be enough drama and hand holding. :twitchy:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,121
Posted By shelbyfv

:foo: I don't think even the OP is claiming bad...

:foo: I don't think even the OP is claiming bad customer service. He was disappointed but seemed to understand that user error was involved. The notion that the bike industry as a whole (or even...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 04:57 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 745
Posted By shelbyfv

Tubeless sealant will fill most punctures small...

Tubeless sealant will fill most punctures small enough to cause a "slow leak."
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 06:33 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,121
Posted By shelbyfv

A chain catcher might be a useful addition. A...

A chain catcher might be a useful addition. A friend destroyed the BB shell of a Cervelo but I think he may have dropped the chain more than once. :o
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 393
Posted By shelbyfv

Nice! :thumb:

Nice! :thumb:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-24, 04:48 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 182
Posted By shelbyfv

Still nice. :thumb:

Still nice. :thumb:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 312
Posted By shelbyfv

I wonder if OP actually knows what a chainstay...

I wonder if OP actually knows what a chainstay is? First he seemed surprised to learn there are two, now he's posted a pic that doesn't even show the chainstay/dropout interface in question. :foo:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 156
Posted By shelbyfv

Have you had similar brakes on other bikes that...

Have you had similar brakes on other bikes that worked well? If these have never worked properly I'd seek pro assistance.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-24, 11:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 412
Posted By shelbyfv

First sentence says it all.:roflmao:

First sentence says it all.:roflmao:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 05:32 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 319
Posted By shelbyfv

These days a max tire width of 28mm seems very...

These days a max tire width of 28mm seems very limiting.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-24, 05:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 660
Posted By shelbyfv

I think it will be easy to sell your DA Di2 to...

I think it will be easy to sell your DA Di2 to someone who wants to upgrade from SRAM. Go for it. :thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-12-24, 05:16 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,490
Posted By shelbyfv

Yep:thumb:

Yep:thumb:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-12-24, 05:01 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 312
Posted By shelbyfv

:foo: Wut? There is only one left AFAIK and it's...

:foo: Wut? There is only one left AFAIK and it's bent.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-11-24, 06:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 312
Posted By shelbyfv

Looks as if the left dropout/chain stay is...

Looks as if the left dropout/chain stay is damaged. $0
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 01:38 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 795
Posted By shelbyfv

Well heck, if the ride is too expensive, just...

Well heck, if the ride is too expensive, just poach it. You've paid taxes for the roads, right? :twitchy: :roflmao:
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-11-24, 05:29 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,492
Posted By shelbyfv

I appreciated the info about frame construction...

I appreciated the info about frame construction and OP obviously needed the explanation of trail. :thumb: I had a nice rim brake Lynskey and have recommended them for years w/o reservation. I'm...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-11-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,584
Posted By shelbyfv

Wonder how this ride turned out. Bet there was...

Wonder how this ride turned out. Bet there was heat and humidity!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-11-24, 05:02 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,490
Posted By shelbyfv

Hard to figure why OP would want to revive this...

Hard to figure why OP would want to revive this embarrassing thread. :foo:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-09-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 379
Posted By shelbyfv

^^^At least he's consistent. Quantity over...

^^^At least he's consistent. Quantity over quality every time in his world. :twitchy:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 110
Posted By shelbyfv

Totally compatible. Double check that your...

Totally compatible. Double check that your chainrings are properly positioned.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 532
Posted By shelbyfv

So full bum bike configuration! Here's your...

So full bum bike configuration! Here's your thread (https://www.bikeforums.net/road-cycling/545644-flipped-drop-bars-uhhhh.html)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 05:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 394
Posted By shelbyfv

In the Liv lineup Avail Advanced with 105 would...

In the Liv lineup Avail Advanced with 105 would be the most comparable in component level. Move up from there if you are looking for bike related "gains."
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-24, 05:37 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,060
Posted By shelbyfv

Agree. :twitchy:

Agree. :twitchy:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-09-24, 05:23 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 660
Posted By shelbyfv

If you have legit complaints about your DA disc...

If you have legit complaints about your DA disc brakes, something is amiss with the set-up. Take it to the shop.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-08-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 532
Posted By shelbyfv

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

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/911x707/screenshot_2024_06_08_8_26_05_pm_6a7babfdddb566e657ae688ce790502eb407b827.png
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-08-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 424
Posted By shelbyfv

Cool. :rolleyes:

Cool. :rolleyes:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 978
Posted By shelbyfv

Welcome back, been awhile! :beer:

Welcome back, been awhile! :beer:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 939
Posted By shelbyfv

Imagine!! Take every opportunity to drop those...

Imagine!! Take every opportunity to drop those poseurs on the climbs. :beer:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-24, 01:33 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 350
Posted By shelbyfv

I'm running 38mm GK slicks tubeless @40 PSI on...

I'm running 38mm GK slicks tubeless @40 PSI on the road. I don't think you can do better in a fat road tire. I had some RH in 35mm with tubes but didn't care for them. To keep the back tire from...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 379
Posted By shelbyfv

What a find! Worth every penny of $500. Don't...

What a find! Worth every penny of $500. Don't let this one slip away! :beer:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-24, 11:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 407
Posted By shelbyfv

I think you should buy it for $200. Happy now?

I think you should buy it for $200. Happy now?
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-24, 05:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 407
Posted By shelbyfv

Clearly someone in this thread is a clown....

Clearly someone in this thread is a clown. :roflmao:
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-07-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 407
Posted By shelbyfv

Yep, not a PX-10 but thanks for the cut and...

Yep, not a PX-10 but thanks for the cut and paste. :rolleyes: It might be worth $50 if no rust and all components in good shape. This one is scrap. Also, why are you wasting time on crap like this...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 01:42 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,922
Posted By shelbyfv

Above 15% is when my front wheel wants to lift...

Above 15% is when my front wheel wants to lift and I'm too frozen in fear to change my position. It would hurt to topple over even at 2 mph. :o
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-24, 01:36 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,809
Posted By shelbyfv

I don't have radar (yet) but I recharge my...

I don't have radar (yet) but I recharge my blinkie, Wahoo, phone and laptop every day. The Kindle every few days. It's less trouble than flossing. :twitchy:
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-06-24, 01:27 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 689
Posted By shelbyfv

It's since been corrected but the same malaprop...

It's since been corrected but the same malaprop surfaced in OP's duplicate thread in General. Microsoft rules all. :rolleyes:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-24, 05:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 683
Posted By shelbyfv

BITD I used road triples because there wasn't any...

BITD I used road triples because there wasn't any practical alternative for the easy gears I needed. I learned to operate and set them up and it wasn't a big deal. However, with more cogs in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 683
Posted By shelbyfv

OP posted he signed up for the Bike Ride Across...

OP posted he signed up for the Bike Ride Across GA, it's running this week. Be interesting to learn which of the stable he's riding.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-05-24, 07:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 689
Posted By shelbyfv

You sure about that?

You sure about that?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 07:34 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 325
Posted By shelbyfv

And an SL7 with Di2 for $4500 USD. New with no...

And an SL7 with Di2 for $4500 USD. New with no sketchy provenance.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-24, 07:29 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,324
Posted By shelbyfv

Happy it's resolved, hope the kid enjoys it. ...

Happy it's resolved, hope the kid enjoys it. :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 07:24 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,202
Posted By shelbyfv

Yet again Previous WM BSO thread...

Yet again Previous WM BSO thread (https://www.bikeforums.net/general-cycling-discussion/1295662-walmart-bso-rides-unbound-gravel-could-they-finish.html)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-05-24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,809
Posted By shelbyfv

Yep, that's the one to get.:thumb:

Yep, that's the one to get.:thumb:
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