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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-15-23, 04:41 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,004
Posted By ZenNMotion

One of my Favorits from Czechoslovakia, a lower...

One of my Favorits from Czechoslovakia, a lower quality mass-production model with straight gauge tubing uses a 25mm post. The other, a high end "F1 Special" model uses a 26.4 post, built by hand...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-15-23, 03:53 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,759
Posted By ZenNMotion

A bottled moment from Zen... the sensors and...

A bottled moment from Zen... the sensors and doohickies won't help when ride feel is subjective depending on individuals' neuron pathways :-) OMG people, hoomins are analogues, not digital LOL....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-15-23, 03:40 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 745
Posted By ZenNMotion

He has a few items for sale currently on Ebay...

He has a few items for sale currently on Ebay (seller "velorun") I contacted him a couple of months ago regarding a possible resto project and he indicated that he was "busy" but I could check in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-23, 05:29 PM
Replies: 484
Views: 28,552
Posted By ZenNMotion

I need to give this month a pass, I'll be...

I need to give this month a pass, I'll be volunteering and riding (part) of the BOB double century in the East Bay. Looks like a hot one!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-20-23, 08:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 559
Posted By ZenNMotion

I have no idea, but I solved a similar issue with...

I have no idea, but I solved a similar issue with a set of Suntour Cyclone calipers that (apparently) required a slightly smaller (like Campagnolo) bolt diameter when I already had several sets of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-23, 02:32 PM
Replies: 484
Views: 28,552
Posted By ZenNMotion

Lemme, guess, someone's chromosome came unraveled...

Lemme, guess, someone's chromosome came unraveled and called you to glue it back together? Almost the same thing happened to me! Stripped stem bolt came undone but I didn't have any glue...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-01-23, 02:49 PM
Replies: 484
Views: 28,552
Posted By ZenNMotion

This is awesome news! That yellow Centurion was...

This is awesome news! That yellow Centurion was pretty great too, love those 80s Japanese bikes!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-30-23, 02:13 PM
Replies: 484
Views: 28,552
Posted By ZenNMotion

I'll most likely be there to ride at the back...

I'll most likely be there to ride at the back enforcing a steady Zone 0.5 pace, prepared with a list of existential and philosophical questions that demand immediate answers to be queried at points...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-25-23, 01:37 PM
Replies: 484
Views: 28,552
Posted By ZenNMotion

Any of youse guys have any lodging tips for...

Any of youse guys have any lodging tips for Eroica in Cambria? Delayed my decision to register until now when the campgrounds look full, and I'm too cheap to pay seasonal prices for a hotel.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-23, 05:05 PM
Replies: 484
Views: 28,552
Posted By ZenNMotion

Thanks, looks like a great group, whats with all...

Thanks, looks like a great group, whats with all the old bikes though? Aren't they super heavy? Can you still find batteries for them? How do you shift? I don't see brake rotors, do you stop with...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-23, 04:19 PM
Replies: 484
Views: 28,552
Posted By ZenNMotion

It's been a while since I've logged into BF and I...

It's been a while since I've logged into BF and I just found this thread- don't wait for me but I may get a hall pass to join the ride tomorrow, confirming the start point at Canada/Edgewood @ 10am?...
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-02-14, 11:21 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,516
Posted By ZenNMotion

The Ritchey case is 26x26x10 inches measured...

The Ritchey case is 26x26x10 inches measured along the edges, so it makes the 62 inch limit if it's not overstuffed with other things. I place the bag on the scale with the bubble facing away from...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-11-09, 11:21 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,853
Posted By ZenNMotion

Tsunami- affordable custom Aluminum

I'm building up this beauty. Custom built in AZ, sent my specs and chose a color, 8 weeks later it arrived on my door step with my fork painted to match, for less than the price of an aluminum...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-11-09, 10:37 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,237
Posted By ZenNMotion

True, they might work if they're long enough, and...

True, they might work if they're long enough, and you can find one and are willing to pay the price. XTR is the only V1 MTB octalink, XT and lower models use the V2.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-11-09, 10:33 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,237
Posted By ZenNMotion

Square taper is square taper, unless it's...

Square taper is square taper, unless it's Campagnolo, then it's a slightly smaller hole/spindle. You want a JIS standard square taper BB spindle, I think there have been discussions posted here and...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-11-09, 09:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 2,190
Posted By ZenNMotion

Just use your MTB, with some narrowish light...

Just use your MTB, with some narrowish light tires. Lots of people start with MTBs, the main disadvantage is the weight while carrying the bike. Lock out the suspension in your fork if you can for...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-10-09, 02:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 5,237
Posted By ZenNMotion

I have the Ritchey Pro cranks in 110 (compact)...

I have the Ritchey Pro cranks in 110 (compact) bcd. I've used them for cross, they're fairly light, and I like the octalink BBs, and they're a good crank at a great price.

But sell them off while...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-26-09, 12:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 955
Posted By ZenNMotion

Tsunami is a small family business working in a...

Tsunami is a small family business working in a tough economy, and while known (mostly in SoCal where they used to be before the move to AZ) they're still under the radar as far as builders go, and I...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-24-09, 10:23 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,558
Posted By ZenNMotion

I've raced on them, and while I prefer brifters...

I've raced on them, and while I prefer brifters for racing, it's not that big a deal especially in C and B races- my pit bike has barcons and it sees frequent racing action. There are obviously some...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-24-09, 09:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 673
Posted By ZenNMotion

I prefer 8 speed for cross, more mud-friendly...

I prefer 8 speed for cross, more mud-friendly than 9 or 10 and the chains are stronger- I see more and more broken chains in cross races as 10 speed becomes the norm. A few years ago, this seems to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-24-09, 09:29 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 955
Posted By ZenNMotion

7005 Easton tubes, didn't ask specifics, just let...

7005 Easton tubes, didn't ask specifics, just let him make those decisions, not scandium, but I asked for durable for cross. I don't know the exact weight, but I'd guess around 1350-1400g as his...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-09, 11:16 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 864
Posted By ZenNMotion

Check the easy and obvious first. The Tange uses...

Check the easy and obvious first. The Tange uses caged bearings, if one or both are installed upside down you get the problem you described. Both sets of caged should have the "open" side facing...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-22-09, 11:10 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 551
Posted By ZenNMotion

All the indexed shimano bar cons are pretty much...

All the indexed shimano bar cons are pretty much the same except for the number of clicks eg 8 9 10 speed. A old downtube shifter screw might also fit fine.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-22-09, 09:15 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 955
Posted By ZenNMotion

Custom Aluminum

I haven't yet had time to build it up, but this will be my new ride this season (the bicycle, the moto is just a fantasy). I was looking around the web, and stumbled across Joe Wells/Tsunami bikes...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-22-09, 08:44 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,863
Posted By ZenNMotion

A Hunter crosser is a beautiful, purpose-built...

A Hunter crosser is a beautiful, purpose-built bike! If you're thinking about design inspirations though, remember that while the hole through the seat tube/seatpost is an elegant low friction way to...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-14-09, 09:58 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,631
Posted By ZenNMotion

Not suprisingly, there is no one answer. You'll...

Not suprisingly, there is no one answer. You'll see all kinds of bikes at a cross event. But go in knowing that what are marketed as "cross bikes" vary a lot, more than road bikes. They tend toward...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-03-09, 12:49 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,008
Posted By ZenNMotion

If its a rim you won't otherwise use or care...

If its a rim you won't otherwise use or care about, then I guess you could try. But only if you're an expert wheel builder as carbon low spoke count wheels require a very high spoke tension, which...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-30-09, 09:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,765
Posted By ZenNMotion

mmm. postrace beer...

This is the most useful information I've ever read on any bike forum anywhere!
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-30-09, 09:46 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,765
Posted By ZenNMotion

I gradually switched over all my bikes to...

I gradually switched over all my bikes to different Crank Bros. pedals with several years now using both eggs and candies- I use eggbeaters on both cross bikes as I don't have an issue clipping in...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-09-09, 02:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,133
Posted By ZenNMotion

There are 2 shudder problems, the first, the...

There are 2 shudder problems, the first, the vibrating fork, won't necessarily be resolved with a steel fork as the issue is your brake setup, not the fork. The second "shudder" problem- the fear...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-09-09, 11:05 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,061
Posted By ZenNMotion

Sorry, I saw her first.[/QUOTE] Careful, I...

Sorry, I saw her first.[/QUOTE]

Careful, I think that's TR's daughter. I've got a 56cm in Magenta. OK it's PINK! But that was the cheapest deal I could find a few years ago, and it's cool with...
Forum: Framebuilders
06-24-09, 11:41 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,835
Posted By ZenNMotion

Take it to a local powdercoater, shouldn't cost...

Take it to a local powdercoater, shouldn't cost much especially if you mask it yourself
Forum: Framebuilders
06-24-09, 11:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,343
Posted By ZenNMotion

I've polished up many older cranksets to look...

I've polished up many older cranksets to look better than new. But I don't think you'll have much luck with clearcoat paint, it will look great for a few weeks then not so much. You could try a...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-05-08, 02:41 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,133
Posted By ZenNMotion

Don't bother with drop bar conversion, the...

Don't bother with drop bar conversion, the project will get expensive fast with new shifters, brakes, stem etc, not worth it. Use it as is, or you could replace the suspension fork with a rigid one...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-05-08, 02:24 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 828
Posted By ZenNMotion

34 is too low and 50 is too high to the point of...

34 is too low and 50 is too high to the point of being useless, you'll hardly ever want to use a ring that large. A 48 is still on the large side, you'll find yourself in your small ring most of the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
03-01-08, 11:16 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 705
Posted By ZenNMotion

Low profile cantis like the Avids are usually...

Low profile cantis like the Avids are usually best set up with more post exposed toward the rim. Your friend gave you a good tip, try it. Adjustment is easier, but the downside is that sometimes it...
Forum: Framebuilders
02-27-08, 07:56 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 689
Posted By ZenNMotion

Nova Cycle supply has inexpensive house branded...

Nova Cycle supply has inexpensive house branded tubing and a cheap set of stamped lugs for practise or building your first commuter or thrasher. Aircraft Spruce sells straight gauge 4130 pretty...
Forum: Framebuilders
02-26-08, 03:42 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,104
Posted By ZenNMotion

Are you sure it's the Seat/Steer tube alignment...

Are you sure it's the Seat/Steer tube alignment and not an issue with misaligned fork blades or rear triangle? Those are more common as they can get tweaked in crashes, shipping etc. A front...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-07, 06:12 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,261
Posted By ZenNMotion

I race cyclocross, where the convention is...

I race cyclocross, where the convention is left/rear because you normally dismount for barriers and run-ups on the left, away from your drivetrain, with your right hand grabbing your top tube. You...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-02-05, 01:22 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 674
Posted By ZenNMotion

I've never seen any, and if I did, I wouldn't...

I've never seen any, and if I did, I wouldn't trust them. But I'm guessing that your real question is, how can I use this old road bike frame for cross? If you have an older frame, set up for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-16-05, 12:30 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 10,440
Posted By ZenNMotion

I've been a cellist for over 30 years, also with...

I've been a cellist for over 30 years, also with close to perfect pitch (in a quiet room), and while I've also built a few dozen race wheels I don't do it every day. But maybe I'm the guy to span...
Forum: Commuting
11-04-05, 08:46 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,252
Posted By ZenNMotion

I had one rail on an Ideale leather saddle...

I had one rail on an Ideale leather saddle (French equivalent to the Brooks) break like that- I managed to braze it back into place but it was tricky- buried most of the saddle in sand to prevent...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-21-05, 02:45 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,046
Posted By ZenNMotion

I've done the Iron Cross every year, I have good...

I've done the Iron Cross every year, I have good intentions of doing Three Peaks in the UK, but never get organized to do it- the one year I could go mad cow disease caused it to be cancelled. But...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-21-05, 12:59 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,850
Posted By ZenNMotion

I don't think theres any difference between...

I don't think theres any difference between Shimano 9sp barcons, a barcon is a barcon I think. Mine work fine with an 8sp Ultegra rear derailleur on my cross bike, and I have another 9sp set on my...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-21-05, 12:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,041
Posted By ZenNMotion

The bright side is that thing can be recycled...

The bright side is that thing can be recycled into something much better suited to Aluminum construction, like Bud Light cans.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-21-05, 12:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,046
Posted By ZenNMotion

I'm not sure what "lightweight crossing" is- do...

I'm not sure what "lightweight crossing" is- do you want to enter some races, or just ride some offroad? I don't understand paying $200 for shoes, but I seem to have feet that feel fine in most...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-26-05, 07:39 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,367
Posted By ZenNMotion

No. Don't do it. I've encouraged people to...

No. Don't do it. I've encouraged people to convert Schwinn Varsity, Hybrids, (normal) hardtail MTB's, converted road bikes. But a Beamer? No way. I have one on the back of our Tandem, so I'm not...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-08-05, 12:31 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 635
Posted By ZenNMotion

The Ebay Surly doesnt show the damage on the...

The Ebay Surly doesnt show the damage on the tube, request closeup pics of the Headtube showing the ends of the DT and TT, the TT "kink", and the BB area. But the price is already pretty high,...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-08-05, 10:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 635
Posted By ZenNMotion

This is not necessarily a problem. A dent in the...

This is not necessarily a problem. A dent in the top tube is fairly common from the bars swinging around and whacking the tube in the middle- this is what likely happened, and in that case the tube...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
08-02-05, 01:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 983
Posted By ZenNMotion

Yes, the workouts are short, but intense. Like...

Yes, the workouts are short, but intense. Like the races. You cannot train for endurance year round without hitting a plateau, and you can't train for both indurance and power at the same time. ...
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