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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-09-21, 08:18 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 8,660
Posted By Frank S

A bike shop could never sell such a bike. They...

A bike shop could never sell such a bike. They can't compete with Walmart. It would, very likely, be cheaper for them to buy from Walmart than through a distributor.
Forum: Touring
10-08-21, 06:58 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,256
Posted By Frank S

I don't have a good answer. But, as bicycles are...

I don't have a good answer. But, as bicycles are subject to traffic laws, and it is generally illegal to travel in a center turn lane...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-21, 03:02 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,031
Posted By Frank S

That is extremely cool!

That is extremely cool!
Forum: Commuting
10-04-21, 09:41 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,417
Posted By Frank S

1. Big, heavy U lock, plus big, heavy chain....

1. Big, heavy U lock, plus big, heavy chain. Leave them at work.

2. Ride a bike that is decent, but not desirable to thieves.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-01-21, 04:13 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,144
Posted By Frank S

I'm not there yet, but I know the feeling. I have...

I'm not there yet, but I know the feeling. I have many telescopes, that I would give away, but shipping is prohibitive. Bicycles might be easier.

Maybe donate them to a co-op? They would...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-01-21, 12:18 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,654
Posted By Frank S

:twitchy: I hope so!

:twitchy:
I hope so!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-01-21, 06:45 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,654
Posted By Frank S

Origin8 sells quill stems under their brand. But,...

Origin8 sells quill stems under their brand. But, they're made by Kalloy. I don't know if they're made to Origin8's specs, or if they're identical to those sold under the Kalloy name.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-30-21, 09:58 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,331
Posted By Frank S

That's awful!

That's awful!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-28-21, 01:23 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 33,379
Posted By Frank S

Holy cow! You people are worse than the folks on...

Holy cow! You people are worse than the folks on the classic telescope forum. I can, at least, count my number of bicycles. (Don't ask about the telescopes.)

You're making my day. Thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-21, 03:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 872
Posted By Frank S

Sorry. I have trouble with making coherent posts....

Sorry. I have trouble with making coherent posts.

The tires, being spoken about, are 27x1 1/4", per the label. They actually measure about 34mm, on my rims.

I'd try them at lower pressures,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-26-21, 01:43 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,217
Posted By Frank S

Only if I never rode more than a mile from the...

Only if I never rode more than a mile from the house.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-26-21, 08:02 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 6,079
Posted By Frank S

Signs are worthless. I have to dodge them on most...

Signs are worthless. I have to dodge them on most days. Also dogs on one side of the trail with the owner on the other side. Groups of walkers four abreast.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-21, 09:44 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 872
Posted By Frank S

Yes. That's probably not the right way to...

Yes. That's probably not the right way to describe it. Maybe super bouncy. Like, basketball bouncy.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-21, 09:42 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 872
Posted By Frank S

I don't know if it means anything, but it's...

I don't know if it means anything, but it's always been hard to push the bike by the seat. The front end wants to flop over.

I've never noticed the falling into turns effect, with the old tires....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-21, 09:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 872
Posted By Frank S

I first tried the rated maximum. Then 60/65,...

I first tried the rated maximum. Then 60/65, 65/70, and 70/75. I decided that I liked them most at 65/70. I put them back at 65/70 and that's when I thought of doing the slalom test. Maybe I'll try...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-24-21, 11:02 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 872
Posted By Frank S

Help Me Understand the Importance of Rim Width

Dunno if this is the right place.

My 1987 Trek 520 was originally supplied with 27"x1 1/4" tires. I changed them out for 1 1/8" tires, almost immediately, and have used that size ever since. With...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-21, 07:07 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,913
Posted By Frank S

Here is what I think: Over the course of...

Here is what I think:

Over the course of history, the human body did not evolve to ride bicycles. It is a totally unnatural activity. Can we say that "conventional wisdom" applies to everyone?
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-23-21, 10:53 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,754
Posted By Frank S

I meant where the cable attaches to the brake,...

I meant where the cable attaches to the brake, not the lever.

As a side note, I have ridden motorcycles longer than bicycles with hand operated brakes. I simply must have my front brake operated...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-23-21, 10:08 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,754
Posted By Frank S

Everybody knows that the front brake cable goes...

Everybody knows that the front brake cable goes on the right, and the rear cable on the left.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-21, 12:53 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 6,913
Posted By Frank S

If it works, for you, do it! My concern is with...

If it works, for you, do it!
My concern is with braking. With the seat forward, can you move your body weight rearward enough if you really need to grab a fistful of brake?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-21, 07:54 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 433
Posted By Frank S

I rode that Lake Crescent segment a week and a...

I rode that Lake Crescent segment a week and a half ago. I don't have a light. So, I had to walk through the east tunnel. Great trail!

Where I live, I'm a mile from one section. I'll ride to the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-21, 12:04 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,932
Posted By Frank S

In the video, the guy says that it only works up...

In the video, the guy says that it only works up to 21 teeth. Is that true? Any idea why it should be true?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-21, 10:03 AM
Replies: 66
Views: 3,195
Posted By Frank S

I don't know if this is close to what you're...

I don't know if this is close to what you're looking for, but it works for me. They supposedly have a lifetime, no fault, guarantee.

https://www.osprey.com/us/en/product/raptor-10-RAPTOR10S19.html
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-21, 06:26 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 8,024
Posted By Frank S

Replaced tires and tubes. I felt like I won the...

Replaced tires and tubes. I felt like I won the lottery, when they came.
Forum: BMX
09-20-21, 01:33 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 8,572
Posted By Frank S

Should probably send private messages. Anybody...

Should probably send private messages. Anybody can see visitor messages.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-21, 06:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 735
Posted By Frank S

I ordered three items from them. It appears that...

I ordered three items from them. It appears that they only ship on Wednesday. This is regardless of when I ordered. I can order something on a Friday, and another thing on Tuesday, and they will both...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-21, 05:08 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,208
Posted By Frank S

But... It's a nice bike. I can tell you...

But... It's a nice bike.

I can tell you this: The fork might be better used as a boat anchor. The frame, and overall geometry, is good. But that fork... Holy cow! It's a heavy monstrosity. It...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-21, 01:11 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,221
Posted By Frank S

It would work the same, yes. If the rear wheel...

It would work the same, yes. If the rear wheel isn't aligned with the bike, it will always want to go one way or the other. Obviously, this is much less critical with the front wheel.

Wheels can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-21, 12:50 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 14,208
Posted By Frank S

I wanted to buy a rigid mountain bike for bashing...

I wanted to buy a rigid mountain bike for bashing around on the city streets. I test rode one, and thought that it was perfect. But, the saleskid said that it was too big for me. So, I let him talk...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-21, 12:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,221
Posted By Frank S

Have you tried string wheel alignment?

Have you tried string wheel alignment?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-16-21, 04:02 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 6,261
Posted By Frank S

An interesting experiment would be to take the...

An interesting experiment would be to take the favorite bike and do two climbs. One climb would have weights attached to the rims and the other would have those same weights, say, on the bottom...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-21, 10:42 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 19,949
Posted By Frank S

As a rider, I'm not worthy of any bike on my...

As a rider, I'm not worthy of any bike on my list. My love of Colnago stems from the fact that they are good bikes, of course. But, I want one above all the others for something else. I like the logo.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-16-21, 10:12 AM
Replies: 165
Views: 19,949
Posted By Frank S

Here's my list (others will scratch their heads),...

Here's my list (others will scratch their heads), in order:

1. Colnago
2. Centurion (have one)
3. DeRosa
4. Koga/Miyata
5. I can't think of any single one to place above others.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-15-21, 06:09 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,824
Posted By Frank S

I'm learning so much.

I'm learning so much.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-21, 04:38 PM
Replies: 268
Views: 11,113
Posted By Frank S

I carry a patch kit and multi-tool. I've never...

I carry a patch kit and multi-tool.
I've never carried a spare tube, tire, or brake and shift cables.

I have carried enough tools to disassemble the bike down to the bare frame. They came in...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-15-21, 07:38 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,898
Posted By Frank S

You're right! I put one on order. Thanks for the...

You're right! I put one on order. Thanks for the push.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-21, 07:41 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,009
Posted By Frank S

Honestly, I just wanted to know. Just because I...

Honestly, I just wanted to know.
Just because I don't ever do it, I never intended the subject to become cause for making value judgements.
I have certainly learned that the practice is much more...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-21, 05:40 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,009
Posted By Frank S

Yes. I asked a general question. I honestly...

Yes. I asked a general question. I honestly didn't think that it was ever done. I have only ever put a bike in the large/large combination to see if it would work. I have never used those while...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-21, 04:31 PM
Replies: 154
Views: 8,024
Posted By Frank S

Crashed it. No big deal. After four decades...

Crashed it.

No big deal. After four decades of using toe clips, I joined the clipless revolution. When a dog came at me, I stopped, while frantically pulling my feet up and back. Arte Johnson...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-21, 08:58 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,898
Posted By Frank S

Thanks! But I have my heart set on this one: ...

Thanks! But I have my heart set on this one:
https://www.modernbike.com/nitto-young-3-quill-stem-25.4-72d-x-100-silver
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-21, 08:48 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,565
Posted By Frank S

On my two road bikes, I've only just converted...

On my two road bikes, I've only just converted them to SPD pedals. I did fall over once, while leaning against the pickup truck to check adjustments. I have also come close to falling, a few times,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-21, 01:45 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,009
Posted By Frank S

I dunno what the question is. His objection...

I dunno what the question is.

His objection is to the capacity of the rear derailleur. I've worked out the gearing, and its capacity falls within the range of gears that I will actually use.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-21, 01:30 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,009
Posted By Frank S

I wanted to understand why my local bike mechanic...

I wanted to understand why my local bike mechanic insists that I can't put wider ranged gearing on my bike. If not for this poll, I would have never guessed that the practice was so common.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-11-21, 01:22 PM
Replies: 10,541
Views: 1,547,300
Posted By Frank S

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20210911_121512_88947fbd2fa8dd5033a0a98cb8895a0e76b806a3.jpg
Here ya go!
I've got to say, the ride is just lovely.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-11-21, 01:07 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,898
Posted By Frank S

On a bike which I ride only occasionally, I went...

On a bike which I ride only occasionally, I went from a 120 stem down to 80. The 120 was too long and the 80 is too short, for proper fit. 100s are hard to get, right now, but I had the 80 on hand. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-21, 06:49 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,009
Posted By Frank S

Can everyone see the poll results?

Can everyone see the poll results?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-21, 06:29 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,009
Posted By Frank S

I had a little difficulty with understanding how...

I had a little difficulty with understanding how to post a poll. I am not sure how to count your response. Would you please vote?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-21, 02:38 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 6,261
Posted By Frank S

Assuming that all else is equal, it's not...

Assuming that all else is equal, it's not necessarily the total weights of each wheelset that matters. What counts most is the locations of the weight. If the 700c wheels have lighter hubs, but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-10-21, 01:06 PM
Replies: 328
Views: 66,607
Posted By Frank S

Mainly because I don't want to spend the money...

Mainly because I don't want to spend the money for a new steel road bike. Not to mention a sexy, bare metal titanium framed bike.
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