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Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-17-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 265
Posted By veganbikes

Get 5+5 posts and then post pictures in this...

Get 5+5 posts and then post pictures in this thread and ask the moderators to move it to Classic and Vintage: What it's worth sub-forum. Some really knowledgeable folks there. You could also help us...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 10:35 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 313
Posted By veganbikes

Good weather, few to no other people aside from...

Good weather, few to no other people aside from friends, ending the ride with some good food or something is always quite nice. Also doing it aboard a nice bike helps but all my bikes in different...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 438
Posted By veganbikes

I mean I think that is the normal way but now...

I mean I think that is the normal way but now they have all this dubbing technology. I watched the Shogun series like that because I was watching it with someone older who has trouble with dialogue...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 172
Posted By veganbikes

They are both meh as the bike themselves, the...

They are both meh as the bike themselves, the Fuji maybe a little nicer parts wise. Assuming the Trek fits then I would buy both and swap parts. A newer frame that is not used carbon is the better...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-24, 04:06 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 438
Posted By veganbikes

I just watched the first season and it was quite...

I just watched the first season and it was quite good but I really loved Drive to Survive and this is that for the Lé Tour. I watched the dubbed version and it was easier to listen to but harder to...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-16-24, 04:02 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 103
Posted By veganbikes

Keirin bikes generally are designed around a 23c...

Keirin bikes generally are designed around a 23c tire some bikes might fit a 25c but generally they are designed for narrow tires. However that being said likely the BRS-101 can fit some wider tires...
Forum: Commuting
06-16-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 407
Posted By veganbikes

Correct but my commuting and my pleasure riding...

Correct but my commuting and my pleasure riding are different. The surface of the roads might be the same but.commuting I am in a rush, I am thinking of different things paying attention to every...
Forum: Commuting
06-15-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 407
Posted By veganbikes

I mean Veloflex makes high end handmade road...

I mean Veloflex makes high end handmade road tires so not really designed around commuting I mean just recently they adopted 28 and now 32mm tires and that is as wide as they go. I love my open...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 900
Posted By veganbikes

Bikes haven't really changed that much and for a...

Bikes haven't really changed that much and for a long time especially on the low end you get inferior components but a good bike generally doesn't have inferior components especially these days with...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-15-24, 10:02 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,559
Posted By veganbikes

If you get involved with the many active threads...

If you get involved with the many active threads in this forum and get 5+5 posts (10 total but 5 per day) you will be able to post photos and get more involved in this awesome forum. It is a great...
Forum: Commuting
06-14-24, 08:16 PM
Replies: 1,729
Views: 357,047
Posted By veganbikes

Riiiiight you just found that...I totally believe...

Riiiiight you just found that...I totally believe you and am not winking a bunch while typing this at all. :p

Did see a really neat chair someone was tossing recently but had no way of getting it...
Forum: Commuting
06-14-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 407
Posted By veganbikes

Wider tires at lower pressure are going to be...

Wider tires at lower pressure are going to be generally better. Of course a more puncture protectant tire will help as well but the contact patch doesn't equal more flats only if you are running high...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 338
Posted By veganbikes

I would go with something that drys quickly...

I would go with something that drys quickly honestly. If you already have Gore-Tex pants those will do fine. I have a nice pair of ice climbing pants from Mountain Hardwear that are waterproof-...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 07:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 114
Posted By veganbikes

Not crucial to anything and won't effect the...

Not crucial to anything and won't effect the shifting. However if you go to SI.Shimano.com and look up the tech docs for your specific shifter you can usually find a parts breakdown and find a part...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,515
Posted By veganbikes

Just FYI if you want to mention someone you need...

Just FYI if you want to mention someone you need to put the @ symbol in front of their name so it will type as (at)biker2022 but look like Biker2022
FBinNY and Andrew R Stewart are usually quite...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-24, 07:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 242
Posted By veganbikes

If your money is tight and you have current...

If your money is tight and you have current brakes, I would get really good rotors from a known quantity and quality and something larger (which will require different mounts), good pads from...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-14-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 351
Posted By veganbikes

Your local shop will have wheels. I would...

Your local shop will have wheels. I would recommend them if you wish to spend money on the current set up. Otherwise save your money towards a more practical and long lasting bike.
Forum: Commuting
06-14-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 253
Posted By veganbikes

I usually will say something like "love you, have...

I usually will say something like "love you, have a great day" or "thank you..." it pisses them off further but in a much different way because now they have lost they cannot really do much you have...
Forum: Commuting
06-14-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 100
Posted By veganbikes

Lightly loaded probably will be OK but they do...

Lightly loaded probably will be OK but they do have a tendency to move so if you can find a way to stabilize it against the saddle that might help a bit. I would recommend a good set of bikepacking...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-14-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,133
Posted By veganbikes

No worries happy to help. One other bit of...

No worries happy to help.

One other bit of help if you put the (at) symbol @ in front of someones name they will get mentioned so they get an alert when you post. So it will read (at)dashelter...
Forum: Recreational & Family
06-13-24, 07:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,297
Posted By veganbikes

Obviously on old thread but the OP came back. ...

Obviously on old thread but the OP came back.

Any bike can be a balance bike we have an adult who just has never ridden and we took off the pedals and lowered the saddle and she is learning quite...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-24, 07:40 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 760
Posted By veganbikes

I prefer disc structures or at least Shimano...

I prefer disc structures or at least Shimano V-Brake structures...:lol:

Very well written (as usual).

Understand this people there is a reason they have these limits and warnings attached. Yes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-13-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 219
Posted By veganbikes

Not really a Trek fan at all but it seems like...

Not really a Trek fan at all but it seems like parts wise the bike is a decent bike. Nothing weird or particularly proprietary in a bad way at least. 2X11 speed GRX and a fork with mounting points....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 890
Posted By veganbikes

There is really not a tire out there that is...

There is really not a tire out there that is designed to be actually ridden on that you wouldn't need a flat kit for. Yes tubeless can prevent a lot of small punctures and more puncture proof tires...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-13-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 284
Posted By veganbikes

I would probably do 165 that is generally what I...

I would probably do 165 that is generally what I run on my 650b stuff I have pedal strikes with. 175 is rather long kind of an old school holdover from vintage MTB. Obviously if you are a super tall...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-13-24, 04:59 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 284
Posted By veganbikes

What length cranks do you have? Do you maybe have...

What length cranks do you have? Do you maybe have wider pedals as well which can be a factor. I would try shorter cranks maybe or take it to a shop and let them know and they might say they same.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 775
Posted By veganbikes

Great for when you loose something not really a...

Great for when you loose something not really a great idea for theft. Unfortunately some in the bike industry have found a way to capitalize on it and promote this false idea that AirTags are a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 01:32 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,914
Posted By veganbikes

It is what the Marine's use, you also have Navy,...

It is what the Marine's use, you also have Navy, Coast Guard, Army, Air Force and Space Force grease. Silly kayaker...LOL
Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
06-12-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 175
Posted By veganbikes

Ooooh an Eisentraut...thankfully I am currently...

Ooooh an Eisentraut...thankfully I am currently broke until the shop opens but even then I probably won't be buying a new bike this year though I do like Eisentrauts.
Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
06-12-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 175
Posted By veganbikes

To sell I believe you have to be a paying member...

To sell I believe you have to be a paying member but if you qualify I don't see why not. It does look like a nice bike though. The name on it is is wrong, it should say Griswold Special but I will...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-24, 09:30 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 341
Posted By veganbikes

I would post some pictures so we know what you...

I would post some pictures so we know what you are talking about. Raleigh has made a lot of bikes over the years but I cannot find any useful info for an Ali unless it is one of the likely knockoffs...
Forum: Touring
06-12-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 840
Posted By veganbikes

Use the saddle that is most comfortable for you....

Use the saddle that is most comfortable for you. The bike doesn't matter so much it is what works for you. The important thing is making sure the saddle is adjusted properly for you. A lot of people...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-11-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 24,592
Views: 2,707,638
Posted By veganbikes

Fixed gears died completely and those who rode...

Fixed gears died completely and those who rode them decided to go on a rampage against them while they ride on cushy gravel bikes. (to be fair that didn't happen but one of our newer posters made a...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-11-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 339
Posted By veganbikes

I mean I wouldn't want that sort of bike for...

I mean I wouldn't want that sort of bike for everyday usage. I want a practical fixed gear or single speed road bike or hybrid. I think looking cool is fun but practicality is more important as a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-11-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 693
Posted By veganbikes

If you are good enough you can do some heatshrink...

If you are good enough you can do some heatshrink tubing and make it look super profesh. However on my road bike we used colored zip ties that closely match the link housing and honestly looks good...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,914
Posted By veganbikes

You shouldn't need to use carbon paste at all...

You shouldn't need to use carbon paste at all unless introducing a new part into the system that is not threaded. They should do that at the factory or at the end shop. For you I would wipe of any...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 965
Posted By veganbikes

These large organized rides do take quite a bit...

These large organized rides do take quite a bit to set up. There is a lot of volunteering but a lot of stuff that cannot be done through volunteering and has to be paid for. It is a bit more...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 09:25 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,357
Posted By veganbikes

Technically that bike would not be allowed on the...

Technically that bike would not be allowed on the track as it is not brakeless and fixed gear but just a coaster brake single speed. It would be quite dangerous on a track as someone could brake and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 07:36 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,914
Posted By veganbikes

I mean it is a carbon bike, no? You would be...

I mean it is a carbon bike, no? You would be using that regardless of the seatpost so I see no reason to not use it from day one. For a short period not a big deal but you should already be using...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 07:25 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,914
Posted By veganbikes

I mean I would use the proper stuff but yeah if...

I mean I would use the proper stuff but yeah if you didn't want advice and were just going to do your own thing anyway then go for it. Though you save a ton more time and effort by not posting in the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 321
Posted By veganbikes

in terms of threads maybe a wire brush and then...

in terms of threads maybe a wire brush and then grease a stainless bolt and put it in there.

For the inside of the frame just get some frame saver and spray that on the inside. You will remove all...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-10-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,133
Posted By veganbikes

Like I said the Venture is for long distance sort...

Like I said the Venture is for long distance sort of stuff where I need to charge over several days (like while touring/bikepacking) or charge larger items. A Flip 36 should charge your phone a 3...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,357
Posted By veganbikes

No costume unless you are wearing as a costume....

No costume unless you are wearing as a costume. The reason to wear cycling specific clothing is because it will allow you to be more comfortable or in a better position while cycling. Having cycling...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 1,914
Posted By veganbikes

You will generally use carbon paste it is not...

You will generally use carbon paste it is not quite standard grease but a paste contain some friction adding material so it holds a seat post better and you can torque it properly.

This is what I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-24, 05:59 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,215
Posted By veganbikes

Park Tool now has a specific tool for it. I...

Park Tool now has a specific tool for it. I generally use the one in my Knipex Cable cutters though I have used my pliers in the past or even carefully used a pair of cable cutters but you really...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 05:54 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,280
Posted By veganbikes

Yes certainly misplaced but not trying to be...

Yes certainly misplaced but not trying to be hostile about it.

Not trying to justify the money I have spent, I love that bike, it shifts like a dream and has been basically maintenance free in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 05:46 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 2,778
Posted By veganbikes

I would say the cyclist has the right of way....

I would say the cyclist has the right of way. Probably would go pedestrian, cyclist, motorcyclist, car, working truck/bus, golf cart, then maybe stupid trucks (like lifted "bro" trucks and overly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,280
Posted By veganbikes

Ahh only a short time on it. In terms of...

Ahh only a short time on it.
In terms of electronic stuff you are way off. Not sure where you got any of that. With Di2 you can set the buttons to do whatever you want or add extra buttons and use...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 759
Posted By veganbikes

I have a threaded carbon fork or did at one point...

I have a threaded carbon fork or did at one point obviously it was an aluminum or steel steerer tube but the legs were made of crabons but it was way too small for any of my bikes so I either put it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-10-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 479
Posted By veganbikes

Was more talking about it picture wise. I haven't...

Was more talking about it picture wise. I haven't yet been scammed at least not in recent memory but I don't buy a lot off that platform.
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