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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-14-23, 06:43 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 111
Posted By jolly_codger

Yes, you would be correct. John

Yes, you would be correct.
John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-03-23, 05:40 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 564
Posted By jolly_codger

If you are talking water bottle cage bosses, you...

If you are talking water bottle cage bosses, you can use something like these to raise or lower the cage position:...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-23, 03:41 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 148
Posted By jolly_codger

I'm thousands of miles from the UK, but I can...

I'm thousands of miles from the UK, but I can answer your question about altering Lycra garments: Yes, it is easily done and comes out great if the correct tools are used. My wife's taken in some of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-25-23, 02:56 PM
Replies: 22,010
Views: 4,335,387
Posted By jolly_codger

I know I am in the minority, but I kind of like...

I know I am in the minority, but I kind of like it. :love:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-23, 04:25 PM
Replies: 274
Views: 73,138
Posted By jolly_codger

My Peloton: ...

My Peloton:
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1600x1200/image000000_52__2ca0734c588a48b706553be9e7e7b95b88d2f351.jpg...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
08-16-23, 10:40 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 134
Posted By jolly_codger

I know it isn't the same and would require...

I know it isn't the same and would require stripping and polishing, but you can have this 58cm for shipping costs only. ~ John...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-23, 07:21 PM
Replies: 22,010
Views: 4,335,387
Posted By jolly_codger

That stem set-up...:wtf:

That stem set-up...:wtf:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-23, 04:51 PM
Replies: 240
Views: 26,233
Posted By jolly_codger

My son's bike of many colors, fresh off of a...

My son's bike of many colors, fresh off of a metric century. Yes, I admit it's not exactly C&V but it does come from an iconic name in cycling....
Forum: Introductions
06-30-23, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 316
Posted By jolly_codger

Good on you for getting back on the bike. Don't...

Good on you for getting back on the bike. Don't the e-bike haters get you down, man! And stay strong in your battle against the bottle; you CAN beat it.
John
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-01-23, 10:34 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 358
Posted By jolly_codger

I presume that the "classic brakes" are hydraulic...

I presume that the "classic brakes" are hydraulic Magura rim brakes, so depending on the overall bike condition I'd say $200 - $400. Yes, there are collectors (there's a Proflex group on Facebook...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-23, 03:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,111
Posted By jolly_codger

You are correct, sir. I love what he used to say...

You are correct, sir. I love what he used to say to people who asked, "Aren't you the guy who lost the Tour de France by 8 seconds?" - "No, I'm the guy who won the Tour de France two times." RIP...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-23, 05:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 427
Posted By jolly_codger

Taiwanese manufacture; found this later offering...

Taiwanese manufacture; found this later offering on Retrobike.co.uk (a great website by the way):...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-28-23, 04:13 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 3,468
Posted By jolly_codger

Reminds me of what Tony Campolo once said: I...

Reminds me of what Tony Campolo once said:
I have three things I'd like to say today. First, while you were sleeping last night, 30,000 kids died of starvation or diseases related to malnutrition....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-23, 02:52 PM
Replies: 614
Views: 210,098
Posted By jolly_codger

My '87 MB-2 that has seen a lot of component...

My '87 MB-2 that has seen a lot of component changes:
https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/image000000_33__0e818bc6625a9d97d58e46ef40ea64c87186321e.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-23, 04:12 PM
Replies: 435
Views: 51,855
Posted By jolly_codger

My '87 Bridgestone MB-2 in the limited edition...

My '87 Bridgestone MB-2 in the limited edition John Deere color scheme.
https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/image000000_33__839ba074e607ac6f75a75008e4b4882cbc06a27f.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-23, 03:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 167
Posted By jolly_codger

Post your question in the Classic & Vintage forum...

Post your question in the Classic & Vintage forum for best results. Before doing that though, create a photo album with lots of pictures of your bike so others can see what you have. Good luck on...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-11-23, 07:12 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,358
Posted By jolly_codger

Calling C&V Weight Weenies

The brakes on their way to a new home where they will be put to good use. :giver:

If you're looking for the perfect brakeset for your super-light C&V build, I have them here and they are free (as...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-23, 07:12 PM
Replies: 521
Views: 62,146
Posted By jolly_codger

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1500/peloton_28dd6965d053aea80227fe557e1b1669b1c5225d.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-23, 05:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,255
Posted By jolly_codger

My used Litespeed Tuscany came with some of the...

My used Litespeed Tuscany came with some of the decals partially missing and so I put Schwinn Varsity decals on as an homage to what got me started in the world's greatest sport/hobby. I do not feel...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-02-23, 06:04 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,934
Posted By jolly_codger

Traffic engineer here: No, bunny-hopping will not...

Traffic engineer here: No, bunny-hopping will not do anything because detector loops use sensors that check for a change in inductance and that is how they "see" a vehicle. Certain loop shapes are...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-16-22, 03:14 PM
Replies: 3,040
Views: 503,073
Posted By jolly_codger

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

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1500/peloton_d3324a55dc430db7151d9209c200b99a196a8bca.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-22, 04:30 PM
Replies: 8,228
Views: 2,960,347
Posted By jolly_codger

Longest duration winter project ever; of course...

Longest duration winter project ever; of course was wayyyyyyyyyyyy over budget. Oh well, it rides great!...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-15-22, 06:38 AM
Replies: 22,010
Views: 4,335,387
Posted By jolly_codger

Yukon Giant 26 inch custom bike new tubes and...

Yukon Giant 26 inch custom bike new tubes and tires
$145 · In stock
"Great bike moved to the hills don't have time to ride I added extra bars for comfort will make great bike for someone"...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-21-22, 06:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 611
Posted By jolly_codger

My 2˘: If I was in your shoes I'd go with the...

My 2˘: If I was in your shoes I'd go with the Diverge since it looks like the more versatile bike, i.e. at home on the road, gravel, or tame mountain bike trails. The Felt comes up as a tri-bike on...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-22, 06:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 782
Posted By jolly_codger

I recently bought a 46/30 chainring set for my...

I recently bought a 46/30 chainring set for my 110mm BCD crankset (turning one of my bikes into something that will help this fat, old guy up hills). Look up "bikinGreen" and see if they have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-27-22, 03:26 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 252
Posted By jolly_codger

Maybe a prototype of their Multi Control DH...

Maybe a prototype of their Multi Control DH saddle? You should post to the Classic & Vintage forum, lots of smart folks there that probably have better info than me.:50:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-22, 06:18 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 325
Posted By jolly_codger

My guess it was an attempt to get some semblance...

My guess it was an attempt to get some semblance of cushion while maintaining the stylish of the Benotto-style tape. (Coincidentally, I just used Benotto tape to wrap some bars that are part of a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-13-22, 11:48 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 1,665
Posted By jolly_codger

I ran across these whilst looking for something...

I ran across these whilst looking for something else: https://bikerecyclery.com/nib-nos-vittoria-flash-m-19-open-clincher-tire-gumwall-700-x-19c-vintage-1980s-sold-individually/
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-05-22, 05:17 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 432
Posted By jolly_codger

Interesting summary, thank you for posting. What...

Interesting summary, thank you for posting. What I don't understand is why anyone would begrudge his winning the world champion's jersey. Two riders breaking away and staying away means that either...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-22, 06:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 375
Posted By jolly_codger

I still have my white ones in the parts bin....

I still have my white ones in the parts bin. Clipless pedals are one product on my "Mount Rushmore" of bike innovations; throwing clips and straps in the trash was pure joy!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-30-22, 06:26 PM
Replies: 66
Views: 4,384
Posted By jolly_codger

Horizontal Dropouts: Why??

As I was working on my winter project (`85 or `86 Schwinn Peloton modern build) I got to wondering why horizontal dropouts continued to be used so long. I can understand bikes before the widespread...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-22, 03:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,755
Posted By jolly_codger

BikeRadar liked it:...

BikeRadar liked it: https://www.bikeradar.com/reviews/bikes/road-bikes/triban-rc120-review/
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-22, 02:53 PM
Replies: 435
Views: 51,855
Posted By jolly_codger

My '87 MB-2. Now in commuter-mode but as soon as...

My '87 MB-2. Now in commuter-mode but as soon as it gets nicer the rack goes on the shelf and the road tires get replaced by knobbies. No disc brakes, no ginormous cassette, no 6" of suspension...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-07-22, 07:09 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 491
Posted By jolly_codger

My only comment is, check Zwift's website and see...

My only comment is, check Zwift's website and see if the Saris can connect direct to Zwift or if you have to go thru Zwift's Companion app on a phone or tablet. My son has the Wahoo and it connects...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-22, 05:38 PM
Replies: 3,134
Views: 984,174
Posted By jolly_codger

Like the Eddy Merckx titanium frames, "Built by...

Like the Eddy Merckx titanium frames, "Built by Litespeed".:)
Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
02-04-22, 03:03 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 8,502
Posted By jolly_codger

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

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/pxl_20220204_200959212_14487c55e264814914846a51614d164e9ffd1da8.jpg
Dura Ace 7700 brifters, FD, RD, and brakes.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-04-22, 02:52 PM
Replies: 3,134
Views: 984,174
Posted By jolly_codger

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/pxl_20220204_200959212_1__2631ac20b7da07de022314cf7466bac33aee1bad.jpg
My uber-rare Project Underground Schwinn.
Forum: Early Brifter Bikes - 7,8, and 9 Speed
01-20-22, 05:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,799
Posted By jolly_codger

I hated it when I tried it a few years on my...

I hated it when I tried it a few years on my (then) commuting bike. As you mentioned, shifting was awkward and so was braking because the lever tended to move down when I grabbed it. As with all...
Forum: Commuting
12-08-21, 06:56 PM
Replies: 392
Views: 30,027
Posted By jolly_codger

My Monday commute was a new record for me:...

My Monday commute was a new record for me: 5-degrees F, woo hoo! Went well save for my arthritic thumbs getting cold; this was with my new winter motorcycle 3 finger mitts. I am giving up my quest to...
Forum: Commuting
10-22-21, 03:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,646
Posted By jolly_codger

I wave to everyone I pass by. When no reply is...

I wave to everyone I pass by. When no reply is given I remember (and this isn't mine, i just can't remember who said it it it) that we say hello not because others are good, but because we are good....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-25-21, 04:40 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,075
Posted By jolly_codger

My son had them build up a Cinelli road bike last...

My son had them build up a Cinelli road bike last year and had a very good buying experience. Very well packed when shipped and whoever did the build obviously took pride in their work (I tried but...
Forum: Mountain - Plains
05-27-21, 07:19 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 683
Posted By jolly_codger

Badlands National Park, SD

Hello,
Not sure if it is acceptable to recommend organized rides here, so my apology if I am out of line. If a moderately challenging ride through the austere beauty of the Badlands National Park at...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-21, 03:53 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,809
Posted By jolly_codger

Yep, I'm an idiot. Thank you icemilkcoffee (got...

Yep, I'm an idiot. Thank you icemilkcoffee (got me thinking) and JoeTBM (once I saw the FD in that video I knew I had egg on my face) for making me realize it. The FD is actually a 5700 with the...
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