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Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-22-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 87
Posted By SpedFast

I found the handling on a 29er less agile, but it...

I found the handling on a 29er less agile, but it might just have been placebo effect. As far as fit, no diff. If I had to choose between a smaller bike and a larger bike I will always go with the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 226
Posted By SpedFast

I run 11spd 105 and any 11spd chain will work....

I run 11spd 105 and any 11spd chain will work. However, the no-name stuff usually doesn't last anywhere near as long as the name brand stuff. I would imagine that 12spd chains are the same. Any 12spd...
Forum: Introductions
05-20-24, 07:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 95
Posted By SpedFast

I started in a power-assist stroller, but that's...

I started in a power-assist stroller, but that's neither here nor there. :welcome Welcome to the forums. Olive Drab I'm assuming. Been there done that, got the tee shirt even. Hope you enjoy the site...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-20-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 1,995
Views: 448,403
Posted By SpedFast

Love this thread! Great shots :thumb:

Love this thread! Great shots :thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-19-24, 09:53 PM
Replies: 27,215
Views: 3,194,657
Posted By SpedFast

Was going to do a night ride tonight, but got...

Was going to do a night ride tonight, but got impatient waiting for the sun to set so decided just to do an evening ride. The tourists have gone home for the day and it's nice and peaceful out. Wind...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-18-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 27,215
Views: 3,194,657
Posted By SpedFast

You're really making me homesick. :(

You're really making me homesick. :(
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-18-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 650
Posted By SpedFast

A Giant that I inherited a few years back came...

A Giant that I inherited a few years back came with a Body Geometry Toupe saddle. I tried my darndest to make it work because like you, I thought it looked cool. See what happens when you get old....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 10:45 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 431
Posted By SpedFast

Update: I've put almost 300 miles on the new 32T...

Update: I've put almost 300 miles on the new 32T cassette and everything is working fine. I take the hills slower now, but so much easier than that 28T and I didn't have to give up any of my higher...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-17-24, 10:39 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 650
Posted By SpedFast

At 76 I know exactly what you're saying. I was...

At 76 I know exactly what you're saying. I was just pulling your leg. Really glad it isn't anything too serious. I switched out my pedals today from flats back to clipless and had to adjust my seat...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
05-17-24, 06:56 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 650
Posted By SpedFast

I've been wanting to say this since you mentioned...

I've been wanting to say this since you mentioned you stayed off the bike when your shoulder began hurting. It's what I used to tell all the newbies in the field. Are you ready?
SUCK IT UP,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-24, 08:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 334
Posted By SpedFast

You're thinking he had left over pieces when he...

You're thinking he had left over pieces when he put it back together? Good thought. He stated that it had been fine for a year since assembly so you might be on to something.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 09:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 334
Posted By SpedFast

Everything your describing sounds like a worn...

Everything your describing sounds like a worn bearing. Too tight it crunches or grinds and too loose you got play. Check them again. They're sealed cartridge style, I'm assuming, you can pop the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-14-24, 06:35 PM
Replies: 27,215
Views: 3,194,657
Posted By SpedFast

:welcome When you find something good in your...

:welcome When you find something good in your exploring, let us know.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-13-24, 08:04 PM
Replies: 27,215
Views: 3,194,657
Posted By SpedFast

It's not only a good way to start the week, it's...

It's not only a good way to start the week, it's the best way to start the week!:thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-13-24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 3,610
Views: 1,007,180
Posted By SpedFast

I probably won't at my age, but if I ever upgrade...

I probably won't at my age, but if I ever upgrade that is the bike I would own. Nice!
Forum: Introductions
05-12-24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 205
Posted By SpedFast

:welcome Lots of 'old' iron here with lots of...

:welcome Lots of 'old' iron here with lots of knowledge to go along with it. Not necessarily here* but on this forum:twitchy:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-11-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 2,627
Posted By SpedFast

I'd be concerned with the pesky 'gold diggers' if...

I'd be concerned with the pesky 'gold diggers' if I ran gold chains :twitchy:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-11-24, 09:38 AM
Replies: 27,215
Views: 3,194,657
Posted By SpedFast

Careful what you say, there are people on this...

Careful what you say, there are people on this forum that don't believe trainer time is riding :commute::) Good on you. I too use the trainer for more than a work stand.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-24, 09:43 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 875
Posted By SpedFast

Keep us posted. Obviously you're really close to...

Keep us posted. Obviously you're really close to what works for you now or you wouldn't be able to do a 50 mile ride and still be standing afterwards. Good luck
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-10-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 27,215
Views: 3,194,657
Posted By SpedFast

A worthy goal :thumb:

A worthy goal :thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-09-24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 643
Posted By SpedFast

At 76 I still have the same body I was born with....

At 76 I still have the same body I was born with. Just wish I had taken better care of it when I was younger. But like OP, I still hit 7G in miles per year and do it mostly for the exercise factor....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-09-24, 08:15 PM
Replies: 27,215
Views: 3,194,657
Posted By SpedFast

Got about 30 in today. It was beautiful and the...

Got about 30 in today. It was beautiful and the tourists were pleasant towards me. That changes near the end of tourist season haha.
This is now my favorite ride,.the bike and the route.:love:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 292
Posted By SpedFast

You sure it's not just a Presta with removable...

You sure it's not just a Presta with removable valve core?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 02:22 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 2,627
Posted By SpedFast

I use scented candles. Does that mean I have to...

I use scented candles. Does that mean I have to 'start' outrunning the girls?:cry:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 2,627
Posted By SpedFast

Definitely one with a battery.:twitchy:

Definitely one with a battery.:twitchy:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 08:13 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 431
Posted By SpedFast

Maybe I misunderstood him and he was referring to...

Maybe I misunderstood him and he was referring to needing a longer chain, not cage. What you're saying makes more sense.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,313
Posted By SpedFast

I rinse my kit in the shower before I jump in,...

I rinse my kit in the shower before I jump in, then spin it when I get out which removes most of the water, and then hang them in the shower to finish drying. By doing that I only have to sterilize...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 431
Posted By SpedFast

It's very close to what you came up with.. I used...

It's very close to what you came up with.. I used my digital calipers also and came up with 29.4 mm, but even out of the trainer it's hard to get 100% accuracy because the 2 points are on different...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 431
Posted By SpedFast

There's an individual on Utube that claims a...

There's an individual on Utube that claims a 50-34 actually works better than my 52-36 but a 53-39 won't work without a longer cage, just in case you're thinking about that upgrade in the future.:foo:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 431
Posted By SpedFast

Hey Kai, I got the shifting smoothed out after...

Hey Kai, I got the shifting smoothed out after taking it for a 20+ mile ride and doing some more tweeking on the barrel adjuster. It seems I had to knock the fresh wax off the chain and then all was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 431
Posted By SpedFast

When going to this size cassette, the "B" screw...

When going to this size cassette, the "B" screw adjustment really comes into play. I took it for a 20+ mile ride today and did a few minor tweeks on the barrel adjuster and frankly, I can't tell any...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 11:13 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 431
Posted By SpedFast

I'll get that picture and post it later.

I'll get that picture and post it later.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 431
Posted By SpedFast

I will get that measurement for you later.

I will get that measurement for you later.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 431
Posted By SpedFast

I'm going to take that as a compliment haha....

I'm going to take that as a compliment haha. Thanks It means a lot coming from you as I know your knowledge far exceeds mine.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 431
Posted By SpedFast

Running 11-32 Cassette w/105 SS Derailleur

I'm not here to ask a question just to post some info in case someone else is considering upgrading from an 11-28 cassette to an 11-32 cassette. Them hills are getting steeper every year and now that...
Forum: Introductions
05-03-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 320
Posted By SpedFast

:welcome No shortage of vintage steel lovers...

:welcome No shortage of vintage steel lovers here. You should fit right in.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-03-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 27,215
Views: 3,194,657
Posted By SpedFast

I cleaned and re-greased my BB bearings then...

I cleaned and re-greased my BB bearings then while I had the bike on the stand decided to take the day off and rebuild the rear DR. Ended up replacing the rear shift cable too. Headed into the house...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 10:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 580
Posted By SpedFast

Thank you for the link. Great information to have...

Thank you for the link. Great information to have handy.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-24, 10:47 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 9,313
Posted By SpedFast

Yep, time for a saddle with a cut out. Padding...

Yep, time for a saddle with a cut out. Padding the perineum area only creates more pressure there. Good luck
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-30-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,326
Posted By SpedFast

So that's all that's to it? Flat out for 3-5 mins...

So that's all that's to it? Flat out for 3-5 mins and repeat then check your heart rate? I'll do that today. I'm curious now. Thank you, Smokey
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-30-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,326
Posted By SpedFast

I'm behind the curve here so maybe I can get a...

I'm behind the curve here so maybe I can get a little help. How do you calculate your max HR? Or do you just push yourself till you drop and do a quick HR check before you pass out? I'm trying to be...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-28-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 209
Posted By SpedFast

Congrats! Cleaned up nice :thumb:

Congrats! Cleaned up nice :thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-28-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,326
Posted By SpedFast

I couldn't agree more!

I couldn't agree more!
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-26-24, 08:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 243
Posted By SpedFast

AI Fitting Use

Just curious if anyone here is using AI to fit their bike and how it's working for you.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 1,373
Views: 74,772
Posted By SpedFast

My goal is a minimum of 7000 miles/year and I've...

My goal is a minimum of 7000 miles/year and I've been doing that and then some for the past 6 years, or ever since I switched from MTBing to road biking. ( I got too old to risk broken bones-76)...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 06:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 959
Posted By SpedFast

Should this thread be in the 50+ age group...

Should this thread be in the 50+ age group sub-forum? Just kidding. I only remember my regular route for more than a couple of days if something happened that stuck in my mind. Of course, I'm 76 and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 06:39 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 5,174
Posted By SpedFast

I guess I expect an idiot in a car. I'm...

I guess I expect an idiot in a car. I'm disappointed by the idiot on the bike. I expect the 2-wheeled idiot to know better. My bad.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-22-24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,326
Posted By SpedFast

Every ride I do is like a competition with myself...

Every ride I do is like a competition with myself and I know I'm not alone in that. If 2 laps is doable and you don't want to start a third because it's more than you "enjoy", just do the 2 laps as...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 10:02 PM
Replies: 1,373
Views: 74,772
Posted By SpedFast

Mine are all 11spd now since I got away from...

Mine are all 11spd now since I got away from MTBing and vintage iron. If I raced or competed, I would definitely feel the same, but it's just recreational use even if I do put a lot of miles on my...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 1,373
Views: 74,772
Posted By SpedFast

I measure each chain before waxing. No risk...

I measure each chain before waxing. No risk involved. I even re-use my quick links until they slip together without effort. Might be some risk in that. But life in general is risky.:)
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