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Forum: Road Cycling
12-26-21, 07:29 PM
Replies: 21,328
Views: 5,185,265
Posted By Bike Rebel

Project Bike

Finally landed a reasonably priced project bike. They've been hard to come by locally since the pandemic started. Should be a fairly easy, fun project for the winter.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-12-21, 07:14 PM
Replies: 27,115
Views: 3,114,150
Posted By Bike Rebel

Got 42 in today. Cold wind and warm sun wore me...

Got 42 in today. Cold wind and warm sun wore me out. 4677 miles for the year.
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1235/img_2216_7d6bac23408d3fb23e5bde8b96a3002f413dcef0.jpg...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-20, 05:12 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,981
Posted By Bike Rebel

Halo headband works for me as well. I haven't...

Halo headband works for me as well. I haven't tried any of the others because the Halo worked so well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-29-20, 07:02 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By Bike Rebel

That's just plain weird. I'm trying to figure out...

That's just plain weird. I'm trying to figure out how you could safely apply the brakes.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-29-19, 07:53 PM
Replies: 27,115
Views: 3,114,150
Posted By Bike Rebel

I made myself go out in the cold and ride 15...

I made myself go out in the cold and ride 15 miles for my 200th ride of the year. Recovering from minor shoulder surgery so my rides lately have been short.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-10-19, 06:49 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By Bike Rebel

That's a good one alright. He's kept it up to...

That's a good one alright. He's kept it up to date and competitive. What a mess.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-23-18, 07:26 PM
Replies: 27,115
Views: 3,114,150
Posted By Bike Rebel

It was cool but sunny and the wind wasn't...

It was cool but sunny and the wind wasn't terrible. I got in 25 miles. One more ride and I will have 250 rides for the year, way over my previous personal best.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-19-18, 10:46 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,689
Posted By Bike Rebel

Thanks everyone, I was able to just knock out...

Thanks everyone, I was able to just knock out those shields and replace the caged bearing with 11 1/4" loose bearings.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-18, 01:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,689
Posted By Bike Rebel

That's what I was thinking. There doesn't seem to...

That's what I was thinking. There doesn't seem to be a functional purpose for the caps. I just wanted to be sure before I screwed something up.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-18-18, 07:56 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,689
Posted By Bike Rebel

Sugino Bottom Bracket Bearing disassembly

This may be a dumb question but I'm not sure how to remove the pressed in "shield" over the bottom bracket bearing. I took a small screwdriver and pried gently but they didn't budge. I figured it...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-09-18, 09:10 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 4,903
Posted By Bike Rebel

I still use Sigma bike computers but they are...

I still use Sigma bike computers but they are getting harder to find. I tried Cateye unsuccessfully. Cateye wireless computers (2 different models) quit working when I turned on my Niterider...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-25-18, 06:25 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By Bike Rebel

Steel-framed Cannondale

This guy has a steel-framed Cannondale for sale. I bet he doesn't realize what a rare bike he has.
https://fayar.craigslist.org/bik/d/cannondale-road-bike/6571396348.html
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-20-18, 05:01 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,478
Posted By Bike Rebel

I ended up giving $80 for the bike with a rear...

I ended up giving $80 for the bike with a rear rack and front pannier racks. The bike is completely original and everything works so I think I did OK. It's been stored indoors but there is several...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-09-18, 12:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,478
Posted By Bike Rebel

I will check the seat post and stem first thing....

I will check the seat post and stem first thing. You only have to learn that lesson once. If the size is correct then I plan to keep it as my commuter and sell my Univega I'm currently using as a...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-08-18, 07:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,478
Posted By Bike Rebel

1987 Cannondale ST400

A co-worker learned that I work on old bikes and offered me his dad's old Cannondale. I have determined it is a 1987 ST400 (it's white with orange lettering. I looked through all the old Cannondale...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-26-18, 08:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,595
Posted By Bike Rebel

The serial# on mine is M3J00472. I was told it...

The serial# on mine is M3J00472. I was told it was an 85 model. It has Suntour Cyclone II derailleurs and Superbe brake calipers. That matches the 1985 Specialized catalog. It appears to be the same...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-18, 08:12 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,128,240
Posted By Bike Rebel

I don't blame you for being proud of your Pro...

I don't blame you for being proud of your Pro Tour. It's very nice.
Forum: Introductions
01-20-18, 10:05 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 546
Posted By Bike Rebel

Howdy neighbor, I live 1.5 miles from the All...

Howdy neighbor, I live 1.5 miles from the All American Trail at Compton Gardens. I use the Razorback Greenway more than the mountain bike trails though. Welcome to the forum.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-13-18, 07:58 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 721
Posted By Bike Rebel

What pedals are these?

Any idea what these pedals are? They were on a 1991 Klein I picked up today. They seem to be nylon or plastic. There is no writing whatsoever that I can find.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-12-18, 05:28 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,837
Posted By Bike Rebel

I came here looking for information on a bike I'm...

I came here looking for information on a bike I'm supposed to pick up this weekend if it checks out. Imagine my surprise when it turns out it is the very bike I'm supposed to pick up. I emailed the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-04-17, 06:34 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By Bike Rebel

This one is wrong on so many levels. I don't...

This one is wrong on so many levels. I don't which is worse, trying to sell a $60 bike for $750 or the math he uses when you purchase the combo pack overpriced bike at $750 and the Chevy radiator...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-24-17, 07:14 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By Bike Rebel

Certainly not a unique way to market a bicycle...

Certainly not a unique way to market a bicycle but it is effective. Made me want to go look at it.

https://littlerock.craigslist.org/bik/d/mens-bike/6318794952.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-29-17, 10:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,429
Posted By Bike Rebel

I purchased a 1972 Super Course with the plastic...

I purchased a 1972 Super Course with the plastic Simplex derailleurs (front derailleur was cracked) and replaced them with Raleigh branded SunTour found on the cheap at my LBS. So much happier with...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
06-04-17, 04:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 589
Posted By Bike Rebel

Help identifying Trek for sale

Anyone know what model Trek this is? I've searched for "tème bohème" but have come up empty.
https://tulsa.craigslist.org/bik/6152565012.html
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-22-17, 10:17 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,497
Posted By Bike Rebel

Thanks everyone for your input. It is much...

Thanks everyone for your input. It is much appreciated. I think I will move up to 28mm width since I am a Clydesdale and there is room.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-20-17, 11:00 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 9,497
Posted By Bike Rebel

Skinwall tires for classic look

I recently acquired a beautiful 1985 Specialized Sequoia with many of the original components including the 32 year old Specialized Turbo/LS tires. They're in really good shape and I feel perfectly...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-18-17, 09:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,950
Posted By Bike Rebel

I got a cheap Spin Doctor stand from Performance...

I got a cheap Spin Doctor stand from Performance on sale. It's fine for a touch up now and then. It's quality is probably equal to my skill.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-14-17, 12:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,800
Posted By Bike Rebel

The RockyMounts TieRod mounts perfectly on...

The RockyMounts TieRod mounts perfectly on factory aero crossbars of my Crosstrek in just a few minutes. They are not too expensive, ride low and are much quieter (wind noise) than my old Thule rack...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-17, 05:17 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By Bike Rebel

Angry cyclist hater

Wacky world is right because this guy (or gal) is wacko. A lot of anger here. I've never seen it expressed in Craigslist before though. I wonder if the $666 is significant. Probably thinks we're the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-17, 10:57 AM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By Bike Rebel

Got to admire this guys marketing skills. It's...

Got to admire this guys marketing skills. It's not everyday you have the opportunity to purchase a "fantastically amazing wonderful piece of machinery".
Not sure if it comes with or without the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-07-17, 05:56 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,001
Posted By Bike Rebel

I lubed all the pivots at both the calipers and...

I lubed all the pivots at both the calipers and the levers with Tri-Flow. Turns out only 1 side of the caliper was moving as it should on the rear. I pulled the cables from the housings and lube them...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-17, 04:16 PM
Replies: 2,819
Views: 1,128,240
Posted By Bike Rebel

What brand of seat bag are you using on the...

What brand of seat bag are you using on the Centurion Pro Tour?
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-05-17, 04:13 PM
Replies: 81
Views: 13,788
Posted By Bike Rebel

When it's too warm for a balaclava but too cool...

When it's too warm for a balaclava but too cool for my bare (and I do mean bare) head then my go-to piece is a Smartwool micro beanie. It's thin and covers most of my ears with just the lobes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-04-17, 02:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,001
Posted By Bike Rebel

Thanks everyone for your help. It is appreciated.

Thanks everyone for your help. It is appreciated.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-17, 07:15 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,001
Posted By Bike Rebel

They appear to be original and are stamped...

They appear to be original and are stamped "Suntour" & "Suberbe". Sorry, should have been specific.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-02-17, 07:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,001
Posted By Bike Rebel

Uust to make sure I get the right replacements,...

Uust to make sure I get the right replacements, do I need the Campi Road Pad Holders?

Kool Stop International - High Performance Bicycle Brake Pads Since 1977...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-02-17, 03:49 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,001
Posted By Bike Rebel

Thanks, that sounds like a good alternative. The...

Thanks, that sounds like a good alternative. The 30 year old pads that are on there are hard as rocks.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-02-17, 02:03 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,001
Posted By Bike Rebel

Improve braking Suntour Suberbe?

I recently purchased a 1985 Specialized Sequoia with Suntour Superbe brakes. I was wondering if I can switch the brake pads to something more modern that would improve the braking power?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-17, 11:56 AM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 621,835
Posted By Bike Rebel

The Univega rides quite a bit better than the...

The Univega rides quite a bit better than the Super Course. It just fits better, shifts better and stops better. I think I will part ways with the Raleigh and keep this one.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-17, 11:28 AM
Replies: 1,543
Views: 621,835
Posted By Bike Rebel

1981 Univega Gran Turismo

I recently purchased this 1981 Univega Gran Turismo from the son of the original owner. I believe it is completely original complete with the old foam handlebar grips that were popular back in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-11-16, 08:33 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By Bike Rebel

I love how the light is held on with a bungee....

I love how the light is held on with a bungee. Looks classy.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-05-16, 06:10 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By Bike Rebel

This one was too good not to share. $2000 for GMC...

This one was too good not to share. $2000 for GMC Denali. But "it has only been ridden thrice and comes with flashlights".
Road bike (http://fayar.craigslist.org/bik/5812846597.html)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-31-16, 09:18 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 806
Posted By Bike Rebel

Derailleur cable broke at brifter

The rear derailleur cable broke on my 10 speed 105 at the brifter. No problem. Install a new cable. But the brifter will no longer index. I dug some small strands of cable out, flushed it out good...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-06-16, 01:55 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 12,753
Posted By Bike Rebel

I bought a Sentinel Sophomore from my LBS is 1979...

I bought a Sentinel Sophomore from my LBS is 1979 with suicide brake levers, stem shifters and steel wheels. The next year I moved up to a Schwinn Super Le Tour. I was hooked.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-07-15, 01:23 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 9,160
Posted By Bike Rebel

Servicing Normandy Hubs?

I just bought a 1972 Raleigh Super Course and for the life of me I can't figure out how to service these Normandy hubs? Anyone have some advice?


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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-04-15, 09:17 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 9,598
Posted By Bike Rebel

Here's my wife's favorite ride. She gets a lot of...

Here's my wife's favorite ride. She gets a lot of mileage out of it.486151
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-15, 09:13 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,820
Posted By Bike Rebel

Nice looking bike. Hopefully you won't have too...

Nice looking bike. Hopefully you won't have too much to adjust.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-01-15, 07:07 AM
Replies: 27,115
Views: 3,114,150
Posted By Bike Rebel

I had to get in one more ride for the bike...

I had to get in one more ride for the bike challenge to move past a few others on the list. I thought it was a lot of fun. #3905 (http://www.bikeforums.net/usertag.php?do=list&action=hash&hash=3905) ...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-23-15, 03:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 957
Posted By Bike Rebel

I've been using the Rubino Pro III 25mm for quite...

I've been using the Rubino Pro III 25mm for quite some time and have been very happy with the ride, puncture resistance and durability. I switched over to these when Michelin quit making the carbon...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-24-15, 10:05 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,221
Posted By Bike Rebel

2075 miles so far with a 4000 miles annual goal...

2075 miles so far with a 4000 miles annual goal so pretty much on track.
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