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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 08:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 212
Posted By SpedFast

Maybe I misunderstood him and he was referring to...

Maybe I misunderstood him and he was referring to needing a longer chain, not cage. What you're saying makes more sense.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-24, 08:10 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,913
Posted By SpedFast

I rinse my kit in the shower before I jump in,...

I rinse my kit in the shower before I jump in, then spin it when I get out which removes most of the water, and then hang them in the shower to finish drying. By doing that I only have to sterilize...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 212
Posted By SpedFast

It's very close to what you came up with.. I used...

It's very close to what you came up with.. I used my digital calipers also and came up with 29.4 mm, but even out of the trainer it's hard to get 100% accuracy because the 2 points are on different...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 212
Posted By SpedFast

There's an individual on Utube that claims a...

There's an individual on Utube that claims a 50-34 actually works better than my 52-36 but a 53-39 won't work without a longer cage, just in case you're thinking about that upgrade in the future.:foo:
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 212
Posted By SpedFast

Hey Kai, I got the shifting smoothed out after...

Hey Kai, I got the shifting smoothed out after taking it for a 20+ mile ride and doing some more tweeking on the barrel adjuster. It seems I had to knock the fresh wax off the chain and then all was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 07:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 212
Posted By SpedFast

When going to this size cassette, the "B" screw...

When going to this size cassette, the "B" screw adjustment really comes into play. I took it for a 20+ mile ride today and did a few minor tweeks on the barrel adjuster and frankly, I can't tell any...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 11:13 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 212
Posted By SpedFast

I'll get that picture and post it later.

I'll get that picture and post it later.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 212
Posted By SpedFast

I will get that measurement for you later.

I will get that measurement for you later.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 212
Posted By SpedFast

I'm going to take that as a compliment haha....

I'm going to take that as a compliment haha. Thanks It means a lot coming from you as I know your knowledge far exceeds mine.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 212
Posted By SpedFast

Running 11-32 Cassette w/105 SS Derailleur

I'm not here to ask a question just to post some info in case someone else is considering upgrading from an 11-28 cassette to an 11-32 cassette. Them hills are getting steeper every year and now that...
Forum: Introductions
05-03-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 99
Posted By SpedFast

:welcome No shortage of vintage steel lovers...

:welcome No shortage of vintage steel lovers here. You should fit right in.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-03-24, 06:11 PM
Replies: 27,148
Views: 3,155,204
Posted By SpedFast

I cleaned and re-greased my BB bearings then...

I cleaned and re-greased my BB bearings then while I had the bike on the stand decided to take the day off and rebuild the rear DR. Ended up replacing the rear shift cable too. Headed into the house...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-24, 10:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 331
Posted By SpedFast

Thank you for the link. Great information to have...

Thank you for the link. Great information to have handy.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-24, 10:47 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 8,913
Posted By SpedFast

Yep, time for a saddle with a cut out. Padding...

Yep, time for a saddle with a cut out. Padding the perineum area only creates more pressure there. Good luck
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-30-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,515
Posted By SpedFast

So that's all that's to it? Flat out for 3-5 mins...

So that's all that's to it? Flat out for 3-5 mins and repeat then check your heart rate? I'll do that today. I'm curious now. Thank you, Smokey
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-30-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,515
Posted By SpedFast

I'm behind the curve here so maybe I can get a...

I'm behind the curve here so maybe I can get a little help. How do you calculate your max HR? Or do you just push yourself till you drop and do a quick HR check before you pass out? I'm trying to be...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-28-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 137
Posted By SpedFast

Congrats! Cleaned up nice :thumb:

Congrats! Cleaned up nice :thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-28-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,515
Posted By SpedFast

I couldn't agree more!

I couldn't agree more!
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
04-26-24, 08:53 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 175
Posted By SpedFast

AI Fitting Use

Just curious if anyone here is using AI to fit their bike and how it's working for you.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 1,373
Views: 71,884
Posted By SpedFast

My goal is a minimum of 7000 miles/year and I've...

My goal is a minimum of 7000 miles/year and I've been doing that and then some for the past 6 years, or ever since I switched from MTBing to road biking. ( I got too old to risk broken bones-76)...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 06:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 903
Posted By SpedFast

Should this thread be in the 50+ age group...

Should this thread be in the 50+ age group sub-forum? Just kidding. I only remember my regular route for more than a couple of days if something happened that stuck in my mind. Of course, I'm 76 and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 06:39 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,357
Posted By SpedFast

I guess I expect an idiot in a car. I'm...

I guess I expect an idiot in a car. I'm disappointed by the idiot on the bike. I expect the 2-wheeled idiot to know better. My bad.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-22-24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 2,515
Posted By SpedFast

Every ride I do is like a competition with myself...

Every ride I do is like a competition with myself and I know I'm not alone in that. If 2 laps is doable and you don't want to start a third because it's more than you "enjoy", just do the 2 laps as...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 10:02 PM
Replies: 1,373
Views: 71,884
Posted By SpedFast

Mine are all 11spd now since I got away from...

Mine are all 11spd now since I got away from MTBing and vintage iron. If I raced or competed, I would definitely feel the same, but it's just recreational use even if I do put a lot of miles on my...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 1,373
Views: 71,884
Posted By SpedFast

I measure each chain before waxing. No risk...

I measure each chain before waxing. No risk involved. I even re-use my quick links until they slip together without effort. Might be some risk in that. But life in general is risky.:)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,357
Posted By SpedFast

I don't have a problem with E-bikes. I know they...

I don't have a problem with E-bikes. I know they serve a purpose. It's all the uneducated salmon riding them. Most people on them have never ridden a bike and have no clue what cycling etiquette is....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 1,373
Views: 71,884
Posted By SpedFast

If you start with a quality chain and re-wax...

If you start with a quality chain and re-wax religiously, I believe you can hit those numbers. I'm up in that area with my chains using a rotation system and waxing at 300 miles or less depending on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 844
Posted By SpedFast

No, it's round for about 1/8" or so before the...

No, it's round for about 1/8" or so before the shoulders take shape. I needed a flashlight to look inside and see the hex pattern.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 06:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 472
Posted By SpedFast

Welcome to the forums. There are Bike Blue book...

Welcome to the forums. There are Bike Blue book sites on the internet if you don't get any joy here. Just remember, condition is everything. Good luck.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 06:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 844
Posted By SpedFast

It's actually machined that way based on looking...

It's actually machined that way based on looking at mine.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 844
Posted By SpedFast

I just ran out and looked at mine and it looks...

I just ran out and looked at mine and it looks exactly like that and it is not stripped out. For some reason it's round until you get in a little bit then it becomes hex. I know mine isn't stripped...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 05:54 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,357
Posted By SpedFast

Don't forget about all the experience you'll gain...

Don't forget about all the experience you'll gain from constantly working on it too. Win-Win :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 06:55 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,357
Posted By SpedFast

Your bike is not my cup of tea, but you're...

Your bike is not my cup of tea, but you're absolutely correct in stating it looks good. The color, the smooth lines. Sweet looking ride!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,357
Posted By SpedFast

Well put! That's a statement I can get behind...

Well put! That's a statement I can get behind :thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-17-24, 10:53 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,407
Posted By SpedFast

I have baked beans over toast at least once a...

I have baked beans over toast at least once a week. About 10 slices of toast and an entire 28oz can of beans. Love it. But then I literally have to eat lots of peanut butter to keep my weight up....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 1,373
Views: 71,884
Posted By SpedFast

That is my current experience also since sticking...

That is my current experience also since sticking with name brand chains and waxing every 300 miles or less, depending on riding conditions.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,357
Posted By SpedFast

That's the Thudbuster he mentioned in his...

That's the Thudbuster he mentioned in his original post.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 1,373
Views: 71,884
Posted By SpedFast

The last chain I had that wore out in less than...

The last chain I had that wore out in less than 2000 miles was something un-named from China. It also cost me a chain ring :notamused: Not going there again. It proved to me there is a limit to...
Forum: Introductions
04-16-24, 02:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 318
Posted By SpedFast

:welcome

:welcome
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-24, 09:28 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,930
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: 168
Views: 10,249
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: 51
Views: 1,930
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: 17
Views: 978
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: 525
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: 51
Views: 1,930
Posted By SpedFast

Ditto

Ditto
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-12-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,930
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: 168
Views: 10,249
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: 1,373
Views: 71,884
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: 81
Views: 4,861
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: 421
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.
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