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Forum: Road Cycling
09-27-23, 04:18 PM
Replies: 1,349
Views: 65,989
Posted By BCDrums

Hi FH, This note about 1% catches my...

Hi FH,

This note about 1% catches my attention. When's the last time you had waxed and checked that chain? It would seem that your chain has been out of spec for a while.


Especially at 1%....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-10-23, 06:13 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,861
Posted By BCDrums

NQ, Congrats on your first century ride. I...

NQ,

Congrats on your first century ride. I admire your self-analysis and desire to build upon it.

Re: Hydration and food, the old rule is drink before you're thirsty, eat before you're hungry....
Forum: Road Cycling
09-04-23, 01:29 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 914
Posted By BCDrums

Which printed saddles do you like? Not like?

Which printed saddles do you like? Not like?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-23, 06:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 357
Posted By BCDrums

Interesting! I use the CX70 on my triple,...

Interesting! I use the CX70 on my triple, 46-37-24, works well. I was under the impression that it was long out of production, but some vendors still list it for a much higher price than I paid for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-11-23, 08:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 357
Posted By BCDrums

Will your current FD not work? You might have to...

Will your current FD not work? You might have to adjust its height for the new big ring, and the limit screws for the narrower travel on the 2X crank. Good luck.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-23, 07:00 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,184,315
Posted By BCDrums

Yeah? What’s the new light? Photo, please. Good...

Yeah? What’s the new light? Photo, please. Good taillights are interesting.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
08-07-23, 06:33 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,022
Posted By BCDrums

Oldie, How about Ride with GPS? I see it’s...

Oldie,

How about Ride with GPS? I see it’s on Google Play, and so assume it’s Android. I use it on iOS and like it. Good luck!
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-06-23, 01:02 PM
Replies: 91
Views: 2,859
Posted By BCDrums

Surely, your Surly must be a Shirley.

Surely, your Surly must be a Shirley.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-23, 05:42 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 725
Posted By BCDrums

The engraved side of the ring (TA, Made in...

The engraved side of the ring (TA, Made in France) faces away from the frame. Congrats, have fun.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-29-23, 07:43 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 725
Posted By BCDrums

I agree with other posters that TA rings will do...

I agree with other posters that TA rings will do it for you, that's what I use on my Shimano crank. But here are a couple of...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-10-23, 04:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,033
Posted By BCDrums

U, I see a pitch from Xfinity for that deal...

U,

I see a pitch from Xfinity for that deal every time I sign in. It's a good deal if you like what Peacock has, I guess. I subscribed for $9.99 for a month and will cancel after the tour. Outside...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-10-23, 10:55 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,033
Posted By BCDrums

It was there for me this morning, both NBC and...

It was there for me this morning, both NBC and World feeds. Am watching it now.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-09-23, 07:45 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,997
Posted By BCDrums

Yeah, I like Sam, but overall the in-studio team...

Yeah, I like Sam, but overall the in-studio team doesn't add much for me. That business with the rider icons on the tabletop is good tech, but not compelling at all.

I have yet to hear these guys...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-09-23, 03:09 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,997
Posted By BCDrums

The World Feed appears to be the France TV...

The World Feed appears to be the France TV coverage with English-speaking commentators–all the graphics are in French. It is available on the Peacock service next to the Phil & Bob NBC feed.

I am...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-07-23, 06:46 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,997
Posted By BCDrums

NBC/Peacock vs. World Feed

I have watched TdF for years via available free/cable feeds, such as NBC, USA and NBC Sports. This year I subscribed to Peacock to watch. I bought the Peacock Premium service for $4.99. After I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-23, 07:17 PM
Replies: 193
Views: 7,413
Posted By BCDrums

Gotta respect the thumb. For calibration, drip...

Gotta respect the thumb. For calibration, drip lube or wax? :lol:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-28-23, 04:35 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 400
Posted By BCDrums

Old Bob is correct. Search Amazon forSHIMANO...

Old Bob is correct. Search Amazon forSHIMANO Cycling CS - M8100 Spacer B - 1.95 - Y0GX00310Or check your LBS.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-23, 03:16 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 933
Posted By BCDrums

Adlai, Sorry for the jokes. Not a book, but...

Adlai,

Sorry for the jokes. Not a book, but have you seen the 1979 film Breaking Away? Excellent movie about growing up, with cycling as the central metaphor.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-25-23, 03:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 933
Posted By BCDrums

Do a search here on the forum for LarrySellerz, I...

Do a search here on the forum for LarrySellerz, I think he’s right up there with Carl Hiaasen for entertaining fiction.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-23, 07:05 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,061
Posted By BCDrums

I happened upon this comment on removing headset...

I happened upon this comment on removing headset bearings on Dave Moulton's blog. (http://davesbikeblog.squarespace.com/blog/2023/1/16/bike-work-stands.html#comments) Dave had a reputation as a good...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-23, 07:07 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 329
Posted By BCDrums

If you're not fussy about having it match your...

If you're not fussy about having it match your right crank arm, you may be able to buy just a lefty arm for low money. Amazon US has them, as does Amazon.jp....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-23, 06:43 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 309
Posted By BCDrums

Jeff, While the derailer may shift with the...

Jeff,

While the derailer may shift with the new, smaller chainring, you may want to lower the front derailer a couple of millimeters for best shifting. Not a big deal! You can find an installation...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-15-23, 08:53 AM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 533,192
Posted By BCDrums

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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The Charles River, Dover, Massachusetts
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-23, 02:58 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 614
Posted By BCDrums

I agree with others that if the chain is falling...

I agree with others that if the chain is falling off to the outside, it's an adjustment problem. But I recently saw this dual-side chain catcher from Wickwerks...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-23, 06:55 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 752
Posted By BCDrums

I looked at the Goodyear calculator, It's a...

I looked at the Goodyear calculator, It's a variation of the SRAM calculator. (https://axs.sram.com/guides/tire/pressure) The SRAM calculator doesn't force you to choose a Goodyear tire model to get...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-23, 11:16 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 752
Posted By BCDrums

Getting a puncture, even when the bike and tire...

Getting a puncture, even when the bike and tire are as new, is not unusual, or even a big deal, though a big inconvenience. Get on YouTube and search for How to inflate a bike tire, and learn about...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-23, 06:33 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,522
Posted By BCDrums

BC, I use the Take A Look, mounted on the temple...

BC, I use the Take A Look, mounted on the temple of my sunglasses, mounted as far forward as possible. Works well for me. Good luck with it, if you keep it.



I tried a B&M bar-mounted mirror. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-23, 06:52 AM
Replies: 1,349
Views: 65,989
Posted By BCDrums

Jk

Obviously in a bid to remove any residue of cash from an obsessive's wallet. :lol:
...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-29-23, 02:28 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,890
Posted By BCDrums

Steely Steve, I agree. I used a Cygolite...

Steely Steve,

I agree. I used a Cygolite Metro forward-facing light for a season. It had a focused reflector, and on a shady street, I could see its light reflected in street signs more than a...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-29-23, 11:10 AM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 533,192
Posted By BCDrums

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

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Memorial Day 2023, MetroWest, Massachusetts

This is Trout Brook, just off...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-28-23, 11:55 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,289
Posted By BCDrums

Jeff, I won't try to persuade you on the...

Jeff,

I won't try to persuade you on the merits of quick links, but the Connex brand link needs no tools to open or close, and it can be used multiple times. I don't know how many, because I see...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-28-23, 09:38 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,710
Posted By BCDrums

I like this logic, but I have found the no-name...

I like this logic, but I have found the no-name batteries to vary in reliability. I buy the Eveready 2032 and 2016, but I only need a few per year. If I needed two dozen, I might try the cheaper ones.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-27-23, 10:26 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,890
Posted By BCDrums

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

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1660x2000/img_6314_56925fc9202d7b3b772329d6ade3e0fbd1b77695.jpeg
Planet Bike Superflash Turbo light

This is the one I have, $30. AAA battery...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-26-23, 08:51 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,890
Posted By BCDrums

Like Koyote, I had a Cygolite Hotspot tail light...

Like Koyote, I had a Cygolite Hotspot tail light in whatever brightness was current a couple of years back. I liked it, and bought a second copy, and that one would not hold a charge after a year/out...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-25-23, 06:50 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 2,687
Posted By BCDrums

RC, nice photo, great background. I have...

RC, nice photo, great background.

I have three 3-ways:


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3-way wrenches
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-23, 05:50 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,859
Posted By BCDrums

Possible. Panasonic is spelled correctly twice on...

Possible. Panasonic is spelled correctly twice on the card. But I didn't mention in the first post, just remembered now as you ask, it didn't fit in the vacuum cleaner! And that was when I noticed...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-23, 05:26 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,859
Posted By BCDrums

Can you tell us from whom you got the...

Can you tell us from whom you got the counterfeits? Not to slag them, but it would be helpful. If either are major retailers, it would mean that even recognized, respected retailers are not immune...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-22-23, 02:10 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 8,859
Posted By BCDrums

imc, As far as I know I have had the same...

imc,

As far as I know I have had the same good luck with Amazon, with this one exception, a filter for a vacuum cleaner:
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-12-23, 07:21 PM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,753
Posted By BCDrums

Are you making with the jokes? My impression has...

Are you making with the jokes? My impression has been that you are a sensible fella, forgive me if I am gullible.

As the bikers say in Boston, Are you shifting me?

And yet, some...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-23, 10:58 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,396
Posted By BCDrums

I like a bargain, but I'm not looking for the low...

I like a bargain, but I'm not looking for the low bidder with cycling shorts. My favorite shorts and bibs are from Boure (https://www.boure.com). They make me feel, uh, secure.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-23, 06:00 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,162
Posted By BCDrums

Do whut? Shrader chucks don't have threads,...

Do whut?

Shrader chucks don't have threads, do they? The ones I am familiar with, for bikes, are pressure fit, with some kind of lever that squeezes a gasket. But really, anyone who drops this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-23, 05:05 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,162
Posted By BCDrums

Yes, and it preceded the Silca by decades. I have...

Yes, and it preceded the Silca by decades. I have both and prefer the Hirame, but the Silca is excellent as well.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-10-23, 03:06 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,162
Posted By BCDrums

Plus one on the Hirame love. I have it on a ~1986...

Plus one on the Hirame love. I have it on a ~1986 Silca Pista pump, Columbus tubing! It, and the Silca Hiro copy, are just wonderful. In fact, I'd argue that there's not much difference between...
Forum: Touring
05-08-23, 01:55 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 18,248
Posted By BCDrums

I had a set of Kirkland Century panniers in red...

I had a set of Kirkland Century panniers in red for the Transamerica in 1980, pretty much like BigAura's (https://www.bikeforums.net/20024950-post12.html) rig, but without the handlebar bag. The KTs...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-23, 07:06 AM
Replies: 101
Views: 4,183
Posted By BCDrums

But a good STM may have replaced chainrings that...

But a good STM may have replaced chainrings that weren't worn to use a larger or smaller ring to change ratios. I m'self have only worn out a single ring, but I have changed several to try new...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-23, 02:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 453
Posted By BCDrums

Sherman, ready the Wayback Machine! ...

Sherman, ready the Wayback Machine!



Robert,

I am using a FD-CX70 to shift 24-37-46 in the front, a 22-tooth difference, though the CX70 is spec'ed for 16t or less. And the CX70 is...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-06-23, 01:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 429
Posted By BCDrums

addendum

I may have been unclear. iMovie is part of the Mac OS and is included with the OS. You can try it for free because you already own it. iMovie is also included with iOS, meaning iPhones and iPads. I...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-05-23, 08:59 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 429
Posted By BCDrums

Your wife’s Mac has iMovie built into it. You can...

Your wife’s Mac has iMovie built into it. You can try it for free. Lots of tutorials on YouTube. Kids are surprisingly smart, but editing at 5 years? Nothing to lose by trying.

Good luck!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-23, 08:27 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 4,183
Posted By BCDrums

What I Am

I liked the question that pd posed. Thought-provoking. It made me think about my own competence. I can change a chain ring, but I no nothing about disc brakes, f'rinstance. If I can't make a repair,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-23, 06:03 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 4,183
Posted By BCDrums

Ti, I would not expect that anyone who needs...

Ti,

I would not expect that anyone who needs the help of a Shade Tree Mechanic has a Campy-equipped bike. I imagine that if someone owned a Lamborghini, they wouldn't be taking it to a Jiffy Lube....
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