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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-24, 09:28 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 662
Posted By SpedFast

You might want to consider a saddle with the cut...

You might want to consider a saddle with the cut out to take the pressure off your perineum. I switched to a Body Geometry that I picked up used about 2 years ago and will never go back. What a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-14-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 8,707
Posted By SpedFast

I did 36 miles yesterday and then got back to my...

I did 36 miles yesterday and then got back to my regular 25 today and feeling much better mentally and physically. I don't normally ride Sundays except for night riding, but I got out there and had a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 662
Posted By SpedFast

Before moving the handlebars, I would start with...

Before moving the handlebars, I would start with the seat. Like my dear wife likes to remind me, the entire world (of bike fit) revolves around my a....;) A downward tilting seat actually puts more...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 507
Posted By SpedFast

How about the handlebar laser alignment tool?...

How about the handlebar laser alignment tool? Have you got one of them yet? hehe
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 299
Posted By SpedFast

I'm on the opposite coast and do a lot of night...

I'm on the opposite coast and do a lot of night riding. We don't have wild boars or gators, but we do have lots of big cats and black bear. None have bothered me to date, but I have seen them as well...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 662
Posted By SpedFast

Ditto

Ditto
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-12-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 662
Posted By SpedFast

You are putting way to much weight on your arms...

You are putting way to much weight on your arms and wrists. Contrary to what you might think, Kontact is giving you good advice. You need to put more of your weight to the rear, literally, and to do...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-12-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 8,707
Posted By SpedFast

We're close to the same age. I got conned into...

We're close to the same age. I got conned into helping a friend move and didn't ride for 4 days (Sunday thru Wednesday). I missed being on the bike. I normally avg 25 miles/day 6 days/week. I got on...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 1,342
Views: 65,250
Posted By SpedFast

You live in the perfect environment for a waxed...

You live in the perfect environment for a waxed chain. At the least, you will notice how clean it stays. Just don't let that clean look fool you into thinking it doesn't need servicing when it's due....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,725
Posted By SpedFast

You were just caught up in the excitement and...

You were just caught up in the excitement and anticipation of the coming ride. Little kids do that all the time.....:)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 10:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 305
Posted By SpedFast

Uniglide Freewheel? I had one of those on an...

Uniglide Freewheel? I had one of those on an early 90's Giant 6 spd road bike. Bill Kaupun, a knowledgeable member here could tell you exactly, I'm sure.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,606
Posted By SpedFast

This thread is solid proof that there is a...

This thread is solid proof that there is a benefit to wearing a helmet. Do you see what happens when you don't?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,606
Posted By SpedFast

Where's the 10%?

Where's the 10%?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 06:20 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 2,606
Posted By SpedFast

What's a "bubbler"?

What's a "bubbler"?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-07-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 167
Views: 8,707
Posted By SpedFast

Happy B-Day! Clark :bday:

Happy B-Day! Clark :bday:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-07-24, 10:32 PM
Replies: 3,871
Views: 472,171
Posted By SpedFast

I personally would never knowingly buy a used...

I personally would never knowingly buy a used helmet for a number of reasons, but I have noticed how many are sold through 2nd hand stores, thrift shops, and others, just to name a few. While I've...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 05:41 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,437
Posted By SpedFast

That's exactly why I like my RockBros, they feel...

That's exactly why I like my RockBros, they feel like they have magnets on them that your feet are stuck to. When I MTBed all I had to do was get me foot close to the pedal and it was back on. I now...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-24, 09:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 253
Posted By SpedFast

Should not be a problem-they are compatible for...

Should not be a problem-they are compatible for the most part. When things are not compatible, as in some road vs MTB drive trains, they usually won't fit properly making it obvious immediately that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-24, 06:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 253
Posted By SpedFast

What you're describing sounds like simple tuning,...

What you're describing sounds like simple tuning, not parts. If it is parts, it's your shift cables and housings are worn or dirty. I would start by learning how to tune your bike (especially the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-24, 09:40 AM
Replies: 1,342
Views: 65,250
Posted By SpedFast

As kids we used to fight over the wax that came...

As kids we used to fight over the wax that came off jars of jam. It was poor man's bubble gum :love:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-04-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 3,573
Views: 983,209
Posted By SpedFast

A good starting point is rotating the bars to...

A good starting point is rotating the bars to make the bottom of the drops level with the ground and then rotate them until they feel right for you. Just remember, as mentioned earlier, the more you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-24, 07:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 203
Posted By SpedFast

With a NEW chain, which you definitely need if...

With a NEW chain, which you definitely need if the ,75 slips in easy, you will know immediately whether the cogs or chain ring is worn. If the new chain doesn't jump (skip) on the cogs or chain ring...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-03-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 3,573
Views: 983,209
Posted By SpedFast

I think you'll like it. IN that current config...

I think you'll like it. IN that current config there is almost no way possible you could use the brake levers while in the drops. My old wrists won't bend like that. But brakes aside, I find the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 1,342
Views: 65,250
Posted By SpedFast

I do it for the increased life span but...

I do it for the increased life span but especially the quieter drive train. Now the neighbor ladies aren't just bringing me their used candles, but they have a tendency to show up when I'm out in the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,119
Posted By SpedFast

A lot of people here just jump in to the last...

A lot of people here just jump in to the last post and offer advice with no clue what's going on. I'll bet they're a blast at a party, duh... Just don't take it personally. :bike:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,119
Posted By SpedFast

It might just be your operating system. My...

It might just be your operating system. My computer won't acknowledge the sim card from my phone but if I put it in my wife's laptop it reads it perfectly and I can add tunes to it. Or other files....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,114
Posted By SpedFast

Yeah, that'll make them too soft to even use....

Yeah, that'll make them too soft to even use. What were you thinking? :50:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 09:26 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,437
Posted By SpedFast

When I consider how many miles I go per the...

When I consider how many miles I go per the pennies I spend, it's a cheap sport. It also has the side benefit of keeping me healthy.:thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 06:18 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,437
Posted By SpedFast

While the pins destroy my shoe soles also, I will...

While the pins destroy my shoe soles also, I will sacrifice shoes (usually Sketchers or Avias) to avoid feet slipping off the pedal. When I MTBed I also wanted pedals that the dirt and mud could fall...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-24, 05:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 319
Posted By SpedFast

Are you sure you really want to know?

Are you sure you really want to know?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,119
Posted By SpedFast

Glad you're all right. Sounds like the helmet did...

Glad you're all right. Sounds like the helmet did its job even if the cam won't work.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 319
Posted By SpedFast

Although it's tight in the chain stays with 28's...

Although it's tight in the chain stays with 28's and I have to put the wheels on with the tire practically deflated, my tightest issue is the front derailleur when I'm on the big chain ring. I have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,119
Posted By SpedFast

It sounds to me like you got a defective camera....

It sounds to me like you got a defective camera. I bought a go-pro knockoff from the bay a few years back that did the same thing. It was my first experience with little action cameras and I assumed...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 10:28 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,114
Posted By SpedFast

2 weeks ago a Shimano chain of mine began making...

2 weeks ago a Shimano chain of mine began making a clicking noise while riding. When I returned home I inspected the chain and had a link looking just like 'SoSmellyAir' has in his photo (post #11)....
Forum: Introductions
03-29-24, 05:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 285
Posted By SpedFast

:welcome

:welcome
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-24, 10:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 180
Posted By SpedFast

It appears to me that Iride01 posted the info you...

It appears to me that Iride01 posted the info you need to make that determination based on measuring the bottom (BB) of your frame. Welcome to BF
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-26-24, 10:45 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 334
Posted By SpedFast

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Ozark-Trail-27-5-Vibe-M...

https://www.walmart.com/ip/Ozark-Trail-27-5-Vibe-Mountain-Bike-Large-Frame-Black-Adult-Unisex/366253194?wmlspartner=wlpa&selectedSellerId=0&sourceid=dsn_ad_0ce8ffe6-e3c5-4857-b653-f6b1373a0245&veh=dsn...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,188
Posted By SpedFast

Live and let live is fine, but take it to another...

Live and let live is fine, but take it to another thread! Isn't there a Health and Nutrition thread or even Foo? Maybe the mods can start a new thread titled Personal Hygiene?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,182
Posted By SpedFast

And so this thread devolves....:twitchy:

And so this thread devolves....:twitchy:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-24, 06:44 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,182
Posted By SpedFast

That one goes without saying. Who doesn't love...

That one goes without saying. Who doesn't love Granny?:thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,182
Posted By SpedFast

I like them all :thumb:

I like them all :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
03-21-24, 02:46 PM
Replies: 1,342
Views: 65,250
Posted By SpedFast

I used to wax my chains at @500 miles, but have...

I used to wax my chains at @500 miles, but have since shortened it down to @200 miles simply because I enjoy waxing. I have 3-4 chains in rotation for each bike so I end up waxing at least every...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-24, 10:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 465
Posted By SpedFast

I used an old innertube beneath the bar tape....

I used an old innertube beneath the bar tape. Works awesome for both comfort and grip.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 04:50 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,089
Posted By SpedFast

You want uncompromising honesty-I'd throw both of...

You want uncompromising honesty-I'd throw both of those frames in the scrap heap. You're :welcome
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-20-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 27,105
Views: 3,110,010
Posted By SpedFast

Your bike looks right at home there.

Your bike looks right at home there.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-19-24, 07:27 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,199
Posted By SpedFast

Funny how S.O. is interchangeable with...

Funny how S.O. is interchangeable with Significant Other and Superior Officer. Anyway, I tried to teach a neighbor lady how to ride a bike and her biggest and only complaint was how uncomfortable the...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-19-24, 07:19 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 569
Posted By SpedFast

I mounted an old bike carrier of the variety that...

I mounted an old bike carrier of the variety that goes in the hitch receiver on the end of a wood work bench and use it for working on my bikes. I can lay out tools and parts on the bench for ease. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 3,326
Posted By SpedFast

Every pair of pedals similar to those that I have...

Every pair of pedals similar to those that I have owned in the past I've had to take a file to in order to maintain the grip. Eventually, they were filed down to the point of no return. Today I much...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-18-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 27,105
Views: 3,110,010
Posted By SpedFast

And people wonder why we ride with GPS devices...

And people wonder why we ride with GPS devices :lol:
Forum: Road Cycling
03-16-24, 06:27 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,010
Posted By SpedFast

I'm not a Trek fan, but that is one fine looking...

I'm not a Trek fan, but that is one fine looking machine. Absolutely love the color!
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