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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-23, 08:15 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,335
Posted By rccardr

What a great ride, wonderful landscape and views,...

What a great ride, wonderful landscape and views, and a super nice bunch of folks. Really enjoyed myself, and it was nice to meet everyone in Schulenberg, not to mention joesch and pastorbob, who...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-23, 11:06 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,335
Posted By merziac

I would imagine and hope that you in particular...

I would imagine and hope that you in particular enjoyed this. ;)

Such beautiful places to see.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-23, 07:47 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,335
Posted By panzerwagon

Had a really wonderful time. Many thanks to Brad...

Had a really wonderful time. Many thanks to Brad and his wife for being such great hosts. Looking forward to the next one!

Old bikes, new friends, open roads... what’s not to love?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-23, 07:10 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,335
Posted By merziac

:thumb: Fantastic, great work all around!

:thumb: Fantastic, great work all around!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-23, 05:39 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,335
Posted By pastorbobnlnh

Had a fantastic ride. The weather reminded me of...

Had a fantastic ride. The weather reminded me of my June days in NH! :p Thanks to Brad for organizing and his wife for sagging. It was great to meet the other C&V members in person. And the blue...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-23, 03:58 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,335
Posted By Brad L

We crossed the Piano Bridge (1885), named for the...

We crossed the Piano Bridge (1885), named for the sounds the planks made as you drove across, then on to St. Cyril and St. Methodius Catholic Church (1912) in Dubina and St. John the Baptist Catholic...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-23, 03:45 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,335
Posted By Brad L

St. Mary's Catholic Church (1895) in Praha was...

St. Mary's Catholic Church (1895) in Praha was our first stop, then it was on to Nativity of Mary (1906) in High Hill.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-23, 03:26 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,335
Posted By Brad L

The weather looked terrible for yesterday’s...

The weather looked terrible for yesterday’s Schulenburg Vintage Tour. Radar images showed rain stretching from west of Austin nearly to Houston, and it wasn’t moving. Add in temperatures in the low...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-06-23, 11:15 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,335
Posted By Brad L

We'll be seeing the churches in Praha, High Hill,...

We'll be seeing the churches in Praha, High Hill, Dubina, and Ammannsvile, in that order.

Here's the route: Painted Churches (Schulenburg) - A bike ride in Schulenburg, TX (ridewithgps.com)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-23, 10:23 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,335
Posted By Brad L

I talked to the preachers and they're reluctant...

I talked to the preachers and they're reluctant to move the churches. 😊
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-23, 09:05 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,335
Posted By rccardr

Weather for the next ten days looks like highs in...

Weather for the next ten days looks like highs in the 60’s-70’s-80’s and mostly sunny.
Forum: Southern California
03-03-23, 11:26 AM
Replies: 2,184
Views: 238,325
Posted By jonathanf2

I was almost tempted as well, but I didn't want...

I was almost tempted as well, but I didn't want to be that cyclist who ignored safety warnings and then get hurt while on the trail. Plus my wife tells me not to get greedy when biking, because...
Forum: Southern California
03-03-23, 11:22 AM
Replies: 2,184
Views: 238,325
Posted By jonathanf2

About 30 windy miles on the gravel bike on...

About 30 windy miles on the gravel bike on Wednesday and 20 warm miles + coffee on Thursday! The trails and roads are mess, but for some reason I'm really enjoying the way nature is making it's own...
Forum: Southern California
03-02-23, 05:33 PM
Replies: 2,184
Views: 238,325
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Purely exercising: > 1,000 ft. climbing in 19...

Purely exercising: > 1,000 ft. climbing in 19 miles by doing Orchard Hills loop 5x; closest hill to my house.

This is the first winter I have needed a long sleeve thermal jersey (Castelli Tutto...
Forum: Southern California
03-02-23, 05:15 PM
Replies: 2,184
Views: 238,325
Posted By CAT7RDR

Strolled around the east side of La Habra Hgts...

Strolled around the east side of La Habra Hgts south of the Puente Hills Habitat.
32 miles and 3.7K of climb on a cloudless sunny day.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-28-23, 05:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 404
Posted By andrewclaus

Snow above Tucson

Snow line was down to about 4000' a couple of days ago, about 2000' above town. I gave it a couple of warm days to melt and tackled the Mt Lemmon Road today. To my surprise I was able to get up to...
Forum: Southern California
02-27-23, 12:26 PM
Replies: 2,184
Views: 238,325
Posted By Eric F

Fun and challenging gravel ride yesterday that...

Fun and challenging gravel ride yesterday that included a taste of almost everything... https://www.strava.com/activities/8628433766 I regret not riding my MTB to the snow, however....
Forum: Southern California
02-26-23, 04:03 PM
Replies: 2,184
Views: 238,325
Posted By CAT7RDR

Got out this morning for a short ride under...

Got out this morning for a short ride under somewhat threatening clouds up to Vantage Pointe in Rowland Hgts.
The San Gabriels and Big Bear were shrouded with storm clouds but I was able to get a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-23-23, 11:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 895
Posted By SurferRosa

Wedge vs expander ...

Wedge vs expander
https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/b/b2/Quill_stems.JPG/220px-Quill_stems.JPG
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-23, 09:19 PM
Replies: 20,139
Views: 2,575,940
Posted By gaucho777

I drove down to Southern California to visit...

I drove down to Southern California to visit family. Along the way, I stopped in San Luis Obispo and took a short, ~15-mile out & back to Avila Beach.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-21-23, 10:57 AM
Replies: 20,139
Views: 2,575,940
Posted By cooperryder

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

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1266/img_20230220_152632872_1d11858c8c74d2ddf0263ea049941cca6aa5fd8b.jpg
I was able to meet up with a friend and ride at White Rock Lake in...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-18-23, 08:04 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 479
Posted By TugaDude

All I will say is Rivendell, if it is known for...

All I will say is Rivendell, if it is known for anything, it is known for offering comfortable bikes. I say offering because they design them and then have them made for them, either by Waterford...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-16-23, 12:33 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,655
Posted By Dave Mayer

I know tennis and cycling, so this is...

I know tennis and cycling, so this is interesting. Aside: my theory is that ChatCPT is actually a warehouse full of freshly graduated college students, hired to bang out online responses. Having...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-23, 11:25 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,957
Posted By rccardr

Some rides, such as Eroica CA, have alternative...

Some rides, such as Eroica CA, have alternative and shorter routes suitable for the gearing you describe.
Otherwise, you can walk up the steeper bits,also known as a ‘two foot gear’.
That’s what...
Forum: Southern California
02-12-23, 12:38 AM
Replies: 2,184
Views: 238,325
Posted By jsigone

North County Hills today. Double Peaks, Jesmond...

North County Hills today. Double Peaks, Jesmond Dean, Circle R, Couser Canyon N, Rice Canyon, Couser Canyon S, Lilac, Old Castle, Black Mt to wrap it up
Pretty good way to break in a new saddle,...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-11-23, 08:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 759
Posted By TugaDude

Did you mean "how can a seller"? I think...

Did you mean "how can a seller"?

I think the photos might be from the guy who purchased the bike. The seller just wanted it gone. If you aren't a collector one of two things happens generally....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-10-23, 03:25 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 479
Posted By Classtime

I have no experience with Pro Lock technology and...

I have no experience with Pro Lock technology and have been very pleased with more than a dozen builds using regular bits and pieces. If this is your first build, I recommend DT brass nipples and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-09-23, 06:23 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,495
Posted By 1989Pre

I didn't know Royce is located down on the...

I didn't know Royce is located down on the channel coast. I have to send them a hub today, for service.

Here's my list of British frame/bicycle builders:


C.W. Alexander 25 James St. Docks...
Forum: Southern California
02-06-23, 09:07 PM
Replies: 2,184
Views: 238,325
Posted By ooga-booga

27-mile loop thru la mesa, spring valley, bonita,...

27-mile loop thru la mesa, spring valley, bonita, lemon grove and national city. a bit breezy from the north vs the usual northwest.
no clouds tho. still, a few puddles here and there with some mud...
Forum: Southern California
02-06-23, 12:51 PM
Replies: 2,184
Views: 238,325
Posted By Eric F

Saturday....Dirty Seahorse (Sullivan Ridge, Dirt...

Saturday....Dirty Seahorse (Sullivan Ridge, Dirt Mulholland - Backbone Trail) with a buddy who has been a good friend since elementary school. Great ride on a cool morning.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-05-23, 10:02 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 1,938
Posted By rsbob

I read that dynamic stretching before a workout...

I read that dynamic stretching before a workout is more beneficial than static, which makes sense since dynamic is warming up the muscles at the same time.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-05-23, 10:01 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 1,938
Posted By rsbob

I yam what I yam. Nailed it! But the lazy daze...

I yam what I yam. Nailed it! But the lazy daze are over since injuries suck. But is riding 60 miles truly lazy? To the average non-cyclist it almost seems super human.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-23, 02:55 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,861
Posted By CyclesMakaron

I can't answer the gibberish. I don't know where...

I can't answer the gibberish. I don't know where you get the notion that I don't know what Porta Catena is.

I didn't learn anything new from you about EMC.
If you wanted to advertise yourself...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-04-23, 08:42 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,335
Posted By pastorbobnlnh

Brad, thanks for posting the elevation profile. ...

Brad, thanks for posting the elevation profile. This is very helpful. It helps to eliminate the Voyageur II from the line-up. I'm probably leaning towards the '71 Paramount.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
02-03-23, 11:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 645
Posted By sbarner

The Voyager featured excellent workmanship, in...

The Voyager featured excellent workmanship, in some respects crisper and cleaner than the Paramounts. It was built with double-butted chrome-moly, and it was hard to argue that 531 was better,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-23, 10:34 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,335
Posted By Brad L

There's not quite 2,200 feet of elevation gain,...

There's not quite 2,200 feet of elevation gain, but my info shows most hills in the 2-5% range, and a few in the 5-8% range. The terrain is rolling with short climbs. I've ridden a 41/24 out there...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-03-23, 08:36 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,335
Posted By pastorbobnlnh

I'm debating which of four bikes to bring: ...

I'm debating which of four bikes to bring:

1971 Schwinn Paramount P13
1975 Schwinn Voyageur II
1983 Schwinn Paramount Standard
or
1983 Lotus Super Pro Aero

The Paramounts need complete...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-03-23, 08:35 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 640
Posted By himespau

Could you sell the 600 groupset by itself and use...

Could you sell the 600 groupset by itself and use the profits to buy a campy-equipped donor bike (size and condition of the frame don't matter)?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-01-23, 09:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 727
Posted By TugaDude

I think experienced riders should ask questions...

I think experienced riders should ask questions when they see bike photos that contain questionable conditions. Notice I didn't say wrong, I said questionable. I'm the first one to suggest that...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-31-23, 07:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 727
Posted By veganbikes

There are also people who legitimately don't know...

There are also people who legitimately don't know about fit or don't know that things are incorrect. There are ways to achieve a good fit but putting a seatpost on backwards or a saddle slammed too...
Forum: Pills and Ills
01-30-23, 02:50 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 598
Posted By ooga-booga

gmr/grr usually closed the 4th of july and it's...

gmr/grr usually closed the 4th of july and it's on a tuesday this year. i'm usually off on tuesdays and will definitely try to make it up there for the madness
and camaraderie of the closed road...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-28-23, 07:48 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 421
Posted By Classtime

This is a classic : ...

This is a classic :
https://ridewithgps.com/ambassador_routes/616-glendora-mtn-road-to-mt-baldy-village?lang=de
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-24-23, 12:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 196
Posted By sfazio

For what it's worth, I have built up two...

For what it's worth, I have built up two Centurions (1979 Super Elite, 1985 Ironman) and they were both well built, quality bikes. I am on the lookout for another Ironman and would enjoy getting...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-23-23, 05:41 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 196
Posted By juvela

----- early base model le mans ...

-----

early

base model le mans

resprayed

retain your resources for something more worth your time
Forum: Southern California
01-22-23, 12:21 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 448
Posted By ooga-booga

yah…riding south from the eastern edge of malibu...

yah…riding south from the eastern edge of malibu into santa monica is a definite wake-up alarm. rolling from the san pedro area through and past the harbor area into the city of long beach is...
Forum: Southern California
01-17-23, 03:11 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 448
Posted By mackgoo

Belgian waffle ride

Belgian waffle ride
Forum: Southern California
01-17-23, 02:43 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 448
Posted By ooga-booga

there is currently a bus connection between the...

there is currently a bus connection between the train stations in irvine and oceanside while the amtrak tracks are being worked on/repaired. don’t know how it affects loading a bicycle into/out of...
Forum: Southern California
01-17-23, 08:38 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 448
Posted By skidder

If you want a round trip you can go San Diego to...

If you want a round trip you can go San Diego to Orange County (Anaheim or Huntington Beach would be good goals) and back over two days. Only issue might be getting through the Camp Pendleton Marine...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-17-23, 08:31 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 319
Posted By albrt

Tread pattern - that's a Pasela tread on the...

Tread pattern - that's a Pasela tread on the front so it has a direction it's supposed to spin. Should also have an arrow in the side. I can't see the back tire as well, but it looks like it can go...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-17-23, 04:33 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 2,500
Posted By Ironfish653

Funny, MTB guys find it useful to be able to lock...

Funny, MTB guys find it useful to be able to lock up the rear wheel. A locked rear wheel is also fairly easy to control, if you've got your weight back, like you should, when you're braking hard.
...
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