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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 12:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 564
Posted By LarrySellerz

I don’t use the slime, never tried it, seems...

I don’t use the slime, never tried it, seems messy but it’s sold for a reason so it must work…

Higher pressures are safer for punctures, because too low of a pressure can lead to “pinch flats.”...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 12:49 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 564
Posted By LarrySellerz

Elephant in the room is that ai has succeeded in...

Elephant in the room is that ai has succeeded in killing google’s search function, and you’re getting ai bs as the “suggested answer” or whatever it’s called to your search query.

Tire pressure is...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-24, 01:00 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,775
Posted By LarrySellerz

Ooh the rim is totally fine.

Ooh the rim is totally fine.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-24, 09:11 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,149
Posted By LarrySellerz

Resonance danger

Hey guys, have you ever had your bike start to vibrate rhythmically? Normally I’ve seen this when riding without hands, and the handlebars start to shake and can quickly escalate into something...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-24, 09:06 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,775
Posted By LarrySellerz

at the risk of sounding conceited, one can say a...

at the risk of sounding conceited, one can say a lot of bad things about me, but not that I have below average intelligence. You could argue that I am crazy or unhinged, but I’m not stupid.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,775
Posted By LarrySellerz

Just FYI people who have looked into it generally...

Just FYI people who have looked into it generally think they are housed in Sector 4 just south of Groom Lake, it is near area 51. Read about Bob Lazar/Project Aquarius for further info, although much...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-24, 06:18 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,775
Posted By LarrySellerz

It all makes sense. I didn't have a new tire at...

It all makes sense. I didn't have a new tire at work. but intended to go to the bike shop from work today and pick up a bike and was going to buy a tire there. I remembered my parents house after I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 07:41 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,775
Posted By LarrySellerz

relatable. I don’t like longer than the 60s...

relatable.

I don’t like longer than the 60s cause I’m paranoid they will break off and I think they look kinda silly, but I keep getting burned by unexpected deeper wheels. I’ve been thinking of...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,775
Posted By LarrySellerz

you know, lots of people ride back tires until...

you know, lots of people ride back tires until they start killing tubes. Looks can be deceiving. Some people even think that tire manufacturers deliberately design tires to start showing noticeable...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 05:45 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,775
Posted By LarrySellerz

I was merely asking how far people have ridden on...

I was merely asking how far people have ridden on a flat tire, 6.5 miles is for me a new record
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 05:20 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,775
Posted By LarrySellerz

I mean I rode home on the flat tire and fixed the...

I mean I rode home on the flat tire and fixed the rim in less than a minute, so my lived experience tells me to trust my judgement
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 02:28 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,775
Posted By LarrySellerz

I’m a courier by trade, which translates to...

I’m a courier by trade, which translates to expertise in riding with traffic, and ability to ride broken components until they fail. The tire in question was the one from the “tire not seating”...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 02:24 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,775
Posted By LarrySellerz

do you think I’m lying? That’s actually what I...

do you think I’m lying? That’s actually what I use my saddlebag to carry and there isn’t any room for bike stuff.

genejocky the workhardening isn’t a concern, it will be fine, it’s not copper.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,775
Posted By LarrySellerz

The tire was toast, I was riding it until it...

The tire was toast, I was riding it until it failed, no sense in replacing a tube in a severely damaged tire. Don’t have space in my saddle bag for a tube or patch kit
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-24, 06:08 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,775
Posted By LarrySellerz

Never mind walking after 5 miles ...

Never mind walking after 5 miles
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decided to get back on the bike, when I got home...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-24, 05:52 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,775
Posted By LarrySellerz

Longest distance ridden on a flat tire

My back tube popped (tire is worn out so not going to try and replace tube) right as I was leaving work, I have to ride 6.5 miles home and then another 6.5 miles back to work before I can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 429
Posted By LarrySellerz

So let’s say you get one of those pre-waxed...

So let’s say you get one of those pre-waxed chains, how long does it last before you need to use more lube? Is it similar to the chains lubed at the factory on a new bike?

when it does wear out,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-24, 11:23 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 760
Posted By LarrySellerz

When I get one side seated and am struggling to...

When I get one side seated and am struggling to finish seating the other side, I put the unseated part at 6 o clock and then grab the tire at 12 o clock and pull at it, working my way down to 12 o...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-24, 09:53 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,495
Posted By LarrySellerz

if she breaks down she can use someone else’s...

if she breaks down she can use someone else’s phone. The world isn’t so scary that you cannot trust strangers. She just has to remember her dads phone number
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-24, 06:07 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 664
Posted By LarrySellerz

That is so janky lol.

That is so janky lol.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-24, 05:56 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,495
Posted By LarrySellerz

Ty for pointing this out lol.

Ty for pointing this out lol.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,495
Posted By LarrySellerz

that’s an interesting question, I expect that the...

that’s an interesting question, I expect that the tire would fail at the same pressure regardless if it is air or water. If you mean how easy would it be to get to say 100 psi with water, probably...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-24, 04:30 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,495
Posted By LarrySellerz

https://bicycles.stackexchange.com/questions/18713...

https://bicycles.stackexchange.com/questions/18713/what-are-the-effects-of-completely-filling-tires-with-water-instead-of-air
Did a quick google search and I found this, a guy in this thread claims...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-24, 08:05 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,495
Posted By LarrySellerz

Best puncture resistance… this sounds crazy but I...

Best puncture resistance… this sounds crazy but I bet filling the inner tube with water instead of air would be a lot more puncture resistant. It would take a much bigger hole for it to leak. Never...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-24, 12:29 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,430
Posted By LarrySellerz

Drafted an ebike for about 4 miles today. I ride...

Drafted an ebike for about 4 miles today. I ride an acoustic bike bike but love seeing e-bikes out here. Acoustic cyclists who hate e-bikes are slow and their opinions can be readily ignored.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-24, 11:30 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,648
Posted By LarrySellerz

Vegasjen I could have told you that a...

Vegasjen I could have told you that a professional bike fit wouldn't benefit you, but I doubt you would have believed me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-26-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 507
Posted By LarrySellerz

Got somethin to say to me, Granny Gear? ;)

Got somethin to say to me, Granny Gear? ;)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-26-24, 05:45 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 507
Posted By LarrySellerz

Haters, it’s $150. Does the “dry rotted” tire...

Haters, it’s $150. Does the “dry rotted” tire hold air? $150 for a bike that rides is imo a fine deal, you have to get lucky to get a good bike at that price point.

i think that belt drive thing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-25-24, 11:13 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 269
Posted By LarrySellerz

Good stuff! Even though you made a mistake when...

Good stuff! Even though you made a mistake when you crashed, ultimately he is responsible for his front wheel and he should have given himself an out/dodged you/seen what was happening and move. It’s...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,151
Posted By LarrySellerz

Bicyclingcirclejerk is creeping in

Bicyclingcirclejerk is creeping in
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 03:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 843
Posted By LarrySellerz

Your butt/sitting area will be your limiting...

Your butt/sitting area will be your limiting factor, listen to your body and don’t be in pain. Soon enough your body will get used to it, but that’s probably what will limit you. Cycling specific...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 03:04 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,193
Posted By LarrySellerz

nothin wrong with exceeding 1 to 1, go big cogs!

nothin wrong with exceeding 1 to 1, go big cogs!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 03:02 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,193
Posted By LarrySellerz

I thought that 48x16 was the most common stock...

I thought that 48x16 was the most common stock single speed ratio, interestingly this ratio only has 1 skid patch but it’s still the standard
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 12:27 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,193
Posted By LarrySellerz

Favorite gear

What’s your favorite gear?

I like 48x18
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 12:16 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,030
Posted By LarrySellerz

Hey man, keep on enjoying your bike. I’d get...

Hey man, keep on enjoying your bike. I’d get another bike before trying to upgrade yours because yours is more unique, probably easier and cheaper to start from scratch.

Our current monetary...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-24, 08:40 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 969
Posted By LarrySellerz

This doesn’t look like something a doctor would...

This doesn’t look like something a doctor would be able to help you with, especially one in Canada (no offense)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-24, 09:13 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,863
Posted By LarrySellerz

I “traverse” or zig zag my hill, I live on a hill...

I “traverse” or zig zag my hill, I live on a hill and don’t like engaging with the climb. I use the whole road and keep my ears open for cars. You can pretty much nullify hills with the zig zag, but...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-24, 08:38 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,738
Posted By LarrySellerz

I am sending Roy positive healing energy. ...

I am sending Roy positive healing energy.

goodluck, be well.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-24, 05:58 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,226
Posted By LarrySellerz

Bike shop said it looks like the tire, I thought...

Bike shop said it looks like the tire, I thought it was the wheel because I think this is the 3rd broken spoke. No brake pads replaced, but the rotor is severely discolored. Its one of those carbon...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-24, 12:57 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,226
Posted By LarrySellerz

If it’s the tire I don’t care, I assumed it was...

If it’s the tire I don’t care, I assumed it was the wheel, which would be a much more expensive fix.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-24, 09:54 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,226
Posted By LarrySellerz

ooh, duh, maybe mark the tire and the rim too....

ooh, duh, maybe mark the tire and the rim too. Thanks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-24, 12:28 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,226
Posted By LarrySellerz

it came with the bike, idk, it’s whatever the...

it came with the bike, idk, it’s whatever the standard cheapest disk brake road bikes (which are still like 3k) get
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-24, 09:53 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,226
Posted By LarrySellerz

I thought it would be the rim that needs to be...

I thought it would be the rim that needs to be replaced, both are pretty new but this is the 2nd or 3rd (thought 3rd but forgot) and normally to me that means the wheel is struggling and suspect.
I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,226
Posted By LarrySellerz

Tire slightly unseated

Hey guys, a shop fixed a spoke and the back wheel still felt a bit off, but the spokes seemed fine so I kept riding it. The wheel kept annoying me I could tell something was wrong, and I found it is...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-14-24, 02:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 688
Posted By LarrySellerz

AI tech was never made with good intentions, imo....

AI tech was never made with good intentions, imo. It’s all complete garbage and an affront to humanity.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-11-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 5,977
Posted By LarrySellerz

UCI is backed by French royalty, has been corrupt...

UCI is backed by French royalty, has been corrupt from its inception
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 02:12 PM
Replies: 142
Views: 3,720
Posted By LarrySellerz

sounds terrible lol. as someone who lives on...

sounds terrible lol.

as someone who lives on a very steep hill and doesn’t drive, my usual strategy is to do the “easiest” thing. This means zig-zagging up the hill while seated, using as little...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-07-24, 11:29 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 2,211
Posted By LarrySellerz

You can wear normal shorts over the cycling...

You can wear normal shorts over the cycling shorts if you want, that’s what I do if I wear cycling shorts.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-24, 08:17 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 686
Posted By LarrySellerz

Since it’s the rear wheel I would still ride it

Since it’s the rear wheel I would still ride it
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-06-24, 12:15 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 6,487
Posted By LarrySellerz

im a fat boy, 6’2 240-260. I got a carbon bike,...

im a fat boy, 6’2 240-260. I got a carbon bike, and tend to disparage it and my need for it, especially when thinking about watts per kilo on the hills, is a lighter bike meaningful when the rider is...
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