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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-01-24, 09:16 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,287
Posted By TLit

The seat must have come off when I put it in the...

The seat must have come off when I put it in the back of my car, was not conscious of what was happening.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 07:54 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,287
Posted By TLit

I'm not a big bike rider these days, but back in...

I'm not a big bike rider these days, but back in the 80s I road everywhere with my Univega touring bike which was perfect for me. I'm quite content with my Centurion Le Mans, and get out as much as...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 09:41 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,287
Posted By TLit

The question I'd have is that these bike seats...

The question I'd have is that these bike seats are put together in the factory with the semi-flexible plastic molded and melded together with the metal frame. Once the metal frame comes apart from...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-24, 10:47 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,287
Posted By TLit

I've known hoarders and that is not a problem I...

I've known hoarders and that is not a problem I have. "Waste not want not" is a good saying from Franklin; if things are broken and beyond repair that's another issue. In many ways our society is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,287
Posted By TLit

Because I'm frugal and don't throw out things...

Because I'm frugal and don't throw out things that are not broken.

It looks like it worked its way out of the plastic frame; one opening to hold the "U" end and the other opening holds the two...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,287
Posted By TLit

I got it apart; I'm not seeing any way to put the...

I got it apart; I'm not seeing any way to put the metal pronged unit in as the plastic frame doesn't seem to be adjustable.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-27-24, 07:39 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,287
Posted By TLit

When I read last night it probably cannot be...

When I read last night it probably cannot be fixed I ordered this one: https://www.ebay.com/itm/173850659085

I'm pretty cautious, rode about 10 miles yesterday with it shifting underneath; 250#,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,287
Posted By TLit

I just applied it today. I tried glueing the...

I just applied it today. I tried glueing the metal prongs into the seat a while back which did not hold.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-26-24, 05:34 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,287
Posted By TLit

Can this seat be fixed?

I have this classic seat on my Le Mans Centurion that will not stay on. Can it be fixed and how?
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
07-04-23, 12:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,234
Posted By TLit

I'm a conservative bicyclist; I tend to drive as...

I'm a conservative bicyclist; I tend to drive as far right as is reasonable but do not want to risk a flat tire, as I saw more broken glass on the side of the road yesterday. Also a kid in a car...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-23-23, 03:51 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,048
Posted By TLit

I'd generally agree with those excellent points. ...

I'd generally agree with those excellent points. After a two hour fast hike today I was tempted to go for a beer, but need to work off a belly. I'd like to learn to make kombucha which I believe...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
06-16-23, 08:57 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,048
Posted By TLit

I find that walnuts (high in magnesium) and...

I find that walnuts (high in magnesium) and almonds raw are good as well as pumpkin seeds. Those on a budget may prefer sunflower seeds. They generally have a lot of positive things. Wheat germ...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-05-23, 07:39 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,132
Posted By TLit

Sorry to hurt anyone's feelings. When I heard...

Sorry to hurt anyone's feelings. When I heard that tire dust is the leading cause of microplastics and pfas contamination I was a little concerned on how it would affect human health, through...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-26-23, 06:49 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,048
Posted By TLit

Many people are raised to like or not like...

Many people are raised to like or not like certain things. Nutrition science has advanced greatly. I read an article about zeta potential in water I found interesting recently: ...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-25-23, 07:16 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 3,132
Posted By TLit

Tire dust-leading source of environmental pfas contamination

I was watching an informational video advocating against artificial turf which is just another source of plastic toxicity in the environment.
https://vimeo.com/803691477
The expert mentioned that...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-25-23, 06:48 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,048
Posted By TLit

I agree, some people process foods that others...

I agree, some people process foods that others don't. Others such as vegans and Seventh Day Adventists see some type of religious backing for their stands.

Frankly I like a hamburger or steak...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-25-23, 09:29 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,048
Posted By TLit

Only if it's the typical corporate junk chocolate...

Only if it's the typical corporate junk chocolate milk with corn syrup. If you get the quality product, organic milk with some quality chocolate and sweetener it's a good quality drink. It is all...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-19-23, 09:58 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,048
Posted By TLit

Absolutes about having to juice vegetables or...

Absolutes about having to juice vegetables or fruits to really get a proper nutritional benefit are impractical--and I've had one of the best juicers out there, the Norwalk juicer press and used to...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-18-23, 02:23 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,048
Posted By TLit

I probably consume too much yerba mate, usually...

I probably consume too much yerba mate, usually organic, make it in a coffee maker; I add herbal teas like Tulsi and Peppermint to that. I was consuming too much ginger, I can get it for $3/# was...
Forum: Training & Nutrition
05-17-23, 05:35 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,048
Posted By TLit

Advantageous super foods, and after exercise intakes

What foods or drinks do you consider invaluable for your exercise routine? I would think there are some quite dedicated and disciplined cyclists on this forum who stay in top shape--how do you do it?...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-14-23, 06:35 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,619
Posted By TLit

My arm has more or less healed at this point; I...

My arm has more or less healed at this point; I had initial pictures of the fairly long gash in the arm, not deep though. Also my left hand had skin ripped. No medical care, because I knew what to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-23, 08:24 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,619
Posted By TLit

The shop owner called today and said the wheel...

The shop owner called today and said the wheel was beyond repair, but very likely he did a standard truing attempt, said the spokes were loose. So will have to look around for someone willing to try...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-23, 06:27 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,619
Posted By TLit

I'd say gloves come in handy too, in this case I...

I'd say gloves come in handy too, in this case I would have been able to break my fall better with the standard leather/canvas gloves you can get at Home Depot/Lowes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-23, 05:30 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,619
Posted By TLit

I've gone over 30 years without a significant...

I've gone over 30 years without a significant fall. Last time I remember was with a group at Mt. Snow Vermont where we had a bike, run, ski group, it was toward the end of winter and I slipped on a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-23, 05:27 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,619
Posted By TLit

With the barage of daily stimuli it is hard to...

With the barage of daily stimuli it is hard to differentiate significant signs from accidental ones. I spoke the handiman in the housing complex today and he said there was construction around...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-23, 10:47 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,619
Posted By TLit

I dropped the wheel off at a shop this morning...

I dropped the wheel off at a shop this morning who spoke fondly of the Centurion bikes, he didn't say how he would do it but hopefully by end of week. $35.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-23, 09:21 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,619
Posted By TLit

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/dsc05070_cfc65219fff129be4fe882438103ef514bdb19db.jpg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-23, 04:02 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,619
Posted By TLit

Avoiding falls

Yesterday toward the end of day I headed out for a short bike ride and "constitutional" walk at a park and took a tumble on to the road because the driveway abutting it had a piece of debris on it...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-03-22, 08:31 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,625
Posted By TLit

I agree we shouldn't expect too much of drivers;...

I agree we shouldn't expect too much of drivers; some are inherently defensive and guarded (the elderly, many women), others have way too much power under the hood for suburban and urban driving,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-02-22, 05:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 588
Posted By TLit

Thank you very much sir, you're a gentleman and a...

Thank you very much sir, you're a gentleman and a scholar!

The missing parts arrived today and have been installed plus I have some extras!
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-30-22, 08:18 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,625
Posted By TLit

When I was using my Univega with panniers for all...

When I was using my Univega with panniers for all transportation to speak of, I would go on say, RT 7's highway as there was not a good alternative north of Danbury, CT. We have a lot of similar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-22, 07:09 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 588
Posted By TLit

That's very kind of you. My mistake on this...

That's very kind of you.

My mistake on this was to not tighten or check tightness of the screws and other fittings in this classic bike. I was rounding a turn when the lever came off in my hand,...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-29-22, 06:15 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,625
Posted By TLit

Thanks for the feedback. I never had the course...

Thanks for the feedback. I never had the course though I remember the philosophy professor, King ****man, mentioning it in a course on philosophy in 1982 I believe. Assertiveness training or advice...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-22, 05:56 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 588
Posted By TLit

Thanks a lot. I searched on Amazon and Ebay...

Thanks a lot. I searched on Amazon and Ebay without luck.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-29-22, 05:23 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 2,625
Posted By TLit

Assertiveness Training?

Should bicyclists be always on the lookout for potential problem situations, hug the side of the road, signal when turning or should we exercise out rights and privileges as equal citizens sharing...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-29-22, 05:15 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 588
Posted By TLit

1984 Brake lever parts

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1493/dscf2439_c5f29fe3edfd4d3779ff4280a22f7a227c42fbba.jpg
On my 1984 Centurion Le Mans, this brake lever looks to be original, even has...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-15-22, 06:02 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 670
Posted By TLit

Thanks for the analysis. Once I turned the bike...

Thanks for the analysis. Once I turned the bike over the digits are....N4G6978.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-22, 07:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 670
Posted By TLit

I was 6 foot six, now 6 foot four over 60, should...

I was 6 foot six, now 6 foot four over 60, should have worked more on posture.

It does not seem that big to me.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-14-22, 06:10 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 670
Posted By TLit

Thanks for the feedback on this thread. The...

Thanks for the feedback on this thread. The Centurion is next to new with very little in the way of real wear, scratches, etc.. Sort of mysterious for a bike that is from the 1980s, not sure what...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-22, 06:42 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 670
Posted By TLit

I just got it; is it hard to grease/access the...

I just got it; is it hard to grease/access the bearings? The 68 fits better.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-22, 05:13 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,322
Posted By TLit

I don't believe in drugs. You could use Omega 3...

I don't believe in drugs. You could use Omega 3 oils for your high cholesterol and cod liver oil for your bike chain, and you will thank me for your good success!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-22, 03:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 670
Posted By TLit

Motobecane from 1975 vs. Centurian Le Mans 1980s

I had my Motobecane worked on this week, now a 10 speed. Also bought a lightly used Centurian Le Mans from the 1980s. I rode both today and I'm not feeling a lot of difference or advantage with the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-22, 03:48 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,322
Posted By TLit

I've been using chain saw bar and chain oil.

I've been using chain saw bar and chain oil.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-22, 06:00 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,240
Posted By TLit

Fixed rear wheel, now 10 speeds as Zach who works...

Fixed rear wheel, now 10 speeds as Zach who works out of a garage did not have a 12 speed wheel.....$20....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-01-22, 02:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,240
Posted By TLit

I found a larger 68cm bike on CL, a Le Mans from...

I found a larger 68cm bike on CL, a Le Mans from the 80s, and the seller, Zach from NJ was able to replace the problem wheel with a good one, though it is 10 speed. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-22, 05:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,240
Posted By TLit

Also I'm thinking that in truing the wheel the...

Also I'm thinking that in truing the wheel the bike shop got it "right" technically but the other spokes couldn't stretch so when I rode it so one had to give.

On the Carlton, if the guy shows up...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-22, 03:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,240
Posted By TLit

https://www.amazon.com/Wheel-Rear-1-1-Silver-Bolt/...

https://www.amazon.com/Wheel-Rear-1-1-Silver-Bolt/dp/B000AO3GK2/ref=asc_df_B000AO3GK2/?tag=hyprod-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=312094794167&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=1209965945210374253&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-22, 03:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,240
Posted By TLit

Actually the bike said Carlton with some Raleigh...

Actually the bike said Carlton with some Raleigh parts on the bike; It was a little small for me though t had a 27 inch 10 speed style.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-22, 02:42 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,240
Posted By TLit

Broken spoke is at apex of wheel. I...

Broken spoke is at apex of wheel.

I stopped at a flea market today thinking of getting a 27 inch wheel and someone had a Raleigh 10 speed not in bad shape for $10 but it would probably...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-30-22, 02:40 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,240
Posted By TLit

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1493/dscf2432_05dd17cabab501a9f9d93b2488d0015579a94bb1.jpg
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