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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-15-21, 10:34 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,802
Posted By Phlorida

I’ve got a Spot Acme with a Gates belt drive and...

I’ve got a Spot Acme with a Gates belt drive and like it a lot. Virtually no maintenance but as others have said the bike isn’t light. I did drain and replace the fluid in the hub after the first...
Forum: Commuting
05-16-19, 05:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,084
Posted By Phlorida

A Trek 7.5FX was my first nice bike and I really...

A Trek 7.5FX was my first nice bike and I really loved riding it. I sold it some time ago to make room for ostensibly finer rides but I will always remember the 7.5FX that got me seriously into...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-20-18, 03:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,175
Posted By Phlorida

An interesting article, thank you. I’m not riding...

An interesting article, thank you. I’m not riding my Lynskey as much these days but a titanium e-bike frame would be over the top.
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-20-18, 02:51 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,175
Posted By Phlorida

I’ve already come to the same conclusion that...

I’ve already come to the same conclusion that this group has that this isn’t going to be a inexpensive ride. I am down the Shimano Steps path because of the Alfine 8i integrations and the support...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-19-18, 04:10 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,175
Posted By Phlorida

e-bike frame supplier/builder

I’m envisioning a Shimano Steps urban bike with a Shimano Alfine 8i drive and am not finding much so I am considering building a bike. I’m stuck on step #1...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-11-18, 03:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 994
Posted By Phlorida

I had no idea that such a thing existed and they...

I had no idea that such a thing existed and they are actually quite common. A Google search turned up this one on Amazon as an example. USB Power Cable...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-17-17, 02:53 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,030
Posted By Phlorida

A follow up to my post and another thank you for...

A follow up to my post and another thank you for the outstanding advice. The cable was slightly out of adjustment and the lube was black. Now that I’ve ridden it with fresh lube I agree with the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-05-17, 04:14 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,030
Posted By Phlorida

Thank you all so much for the replies to this. ...

Thank you all so much for the replies to this. As it turns out I needed to travel for business this week so I am in Chicago and Houston but my bike is back in Florida. My intent is to try the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-03-17, 03:18 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 8,030
Posted By Phlorida

Alfine 11 question

I purchased a Spot Acme that came with the Alfine 11 IGH about six months ago. The hub performs flawlessly except in gears 10 and 11. Going downhill (in Florida that is down a small bridge decline)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-02-17, 01:15 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,160,708
Posted By Phlorida

1981 Gold Plated Gianni Motta Trade Show Bicycle

Here's something that you don't see every day - certainly not in the local Craigslist! https://orlando.craigslist.org/bik/6105992749.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00F0F_eotd7nzjqK9_600x450.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
08-24-16, 04:41 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 13,140
Posted By Phlorida

I'm all about the "my previous frame was chewed...

I'm all about the "my previous frame was chewed by a bear" quote. I read the entire thread and was incredulous that nobody mentioned it. OP, please point us to the bear story thread.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-18-16, 10:54 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,291
Posted By Phlorida

The "ride" I described in the previous post was...

The "ride" I described in the previous post was very slow and on flawless pavement. The Tufo is very thick and the rim was never exposed. I watched the flat tire the entire ride expecting it to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-18-16, 10:43 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,291
Posted By Phlorida

I cut the rear tire on glass when it only had...

I cut the rear tire on glass when it only had about 100 miles on it. The cut was more than an inch long and emptied all of the sealant. I rode home several miles on the flat tire.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-18-16, 10:41 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,291
Posted By Phlorida

It's all technique. My first Tufo came very...

It's all technique. My first Tufo came very close to ending up in the pool after wrestling with it for an hour. I can remove the old tire, mount the new tire and add sealant in about ten minutes. ...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-17-16, 08:37 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,291
Posted By Phlorida

I've got nearly 1,000 miles on a pair of red Tufo...

I've got nearly 1,000 miles on a pair of red Tufo tubular clinchers and I like them a lot. I run 25mm on the rear and 23mm on the front with Orange Seal sealant. On 6800 rims the 25mm is nearly...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-04-16, 10:23 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,152
Posted By Phlorida

I use the compressor at the local gas station...

I use the compressor at the local gas station which costs about fifty cents and it seats them. Not sure if that is an option for the OP.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-02-16, 12:16 PM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,021,798
Posted By Phlorida

That is an awesome bike, great find.

That is an awesome bike, great find.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-24-16, 03:11 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 809
Posted By Phlorida

I really like my 6800 wheels, have fun.

I really like my 6800 wheels, have fun.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-15-16, 06:09 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,402
Posted By Phlorida

I leave the house at first light which was at...

I leave the house at first light which was at 5:58 this morning. I'm home by 8AM before the temperatures start rising.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-16, 12:08 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 6,162
Posted By Phlorida

I run constant 20% back light with bluetooth and...

I run constant 20% back light with bluetooth and glossnas with cadence and HRM without any battery life issues.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-16, 09:30 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 704
Posted By Phlorida

Tufo is located in Otrokovice. I ride their...

Tufo is located in Otrokovice. I ride their tubular clinchers with sealant and like them a lot.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
06-10-16, 01:58 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,355
Posted By Phlorida

Thanks for the heads up! I've already received...

Thanks for the heads up! I've already received shipping confirmation for my new helmet.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-16, 08:59 AM
Replies: 49
Views: 14,201
Posted By Phlorida

Take a look at the instructions on the Park Tool...

Take a look at the instructions on the Park Tool website and see what your comfort level is. If you are willing to buy the tool there really isn't much to it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-16, 05:22 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,853
Posted By Phlorida

I am officially on the 16 tons diet.

I am officially on the 16 tons diet.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-16, 10:22 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 7,853
Posted By Phlorida

I have a similar schedule. I ride for an hour,...

I have a similar schedule. I ride for an hour, rest at the beach for a few minutes watching the sun rise and then ride again until about 7:30. A second cup of coffee and a shower before booting the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-16, 03:12 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,920
Posted By Phlorida

There is a word missing there that would change...

There is a word missing there that would change the whole context of your response. I'm glad that other people do this too.
Forum: Touring
05-22-16, 08:26 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 6,875
Posted By Phlorida

13 months for punching someone? You can...

13 months for punching someone? You can guarantee that there is more to this story. Hopefully he goes back to where he came from soon.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-11-16, 06:50 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,191
Posted By Phlorida

An update. I deleted the bluetooth connections...

An update. I deleted the bluetooth connections on both devices, rebooted them, and added the connections back. The iPhone has stayed persistently connected ever since. Because I've had to do this...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-16, 08:51 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,087
Posted By Phlorida

I find the Garmin customer support people are...

I find the Garmin customer support people are very empowered to make things right. I've talked to sports, marine and automobile support and I've don't recall a bad experience. When my 510 failed...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-16, 03:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,191
Posted By Phlorida

Funny, v6.0 broke Bluetooth on mine, it had been...

Funny, v6.0 broke Bluetooth on mine, it had been working well before. I've deleted and added the connections twice since the upgrade.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
04-15-16, 04:36 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,799
Posted By Phlorida

I put my gloves and HRM strap in the washer...

I put my gloves and HRM strap in the washer weekly and then let them air dry.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-16, 10:35 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 10,918
Posted By Phlorida

The 520 doesn't have bike profiles like it's...

The 520 doesn't have bike profiles like it's predecessors did. If you were using external sensors the sensor pool can sort that out across multiple bikes but it would co-mingle the statistics. Off...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-08-16, 05:52 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,699
Posted By Phlorida

I haven't bothered to monitor the battery life on...

I haven't bothered to monitor the battery life on my 520 but it is a lot longer than 5 hours. The stated battery life is "up to 15 hours." If you are confident that you only experienced 5 hours on...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
03-02-16, 10:16 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 484
Posted By Phlorida

Call the number that GSJon provided. I've had...

Call the number that GSJon provided. I've had very good luck with Garmin support. In the future, www.gethuman.com is a good source of information about finding the best number and bypassing the...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-18-16, 04:10 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 43,708
Posted By Phlorida

That is an interesting perspective on the...

That is an interesting perspective on the different cultures. I've always thought that ORA Engineering in TW had an good white label catalog. Products - ORA ENGINNERING CO,. LTD...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-16-16, 10:58 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 5,406
Posted By Phlorida

+1, I concur with floridamtbr, for $10 more than...

+1, I concur with floridamtbr, for $10 more than your budget the Flare R is awesome.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-16, 05:20 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,472
Posted By Phlorida

Okay, got you. In my case the decals left...

Okay, got you. In my case the decals left shadows on the frame and the additional brushing was unavoidable. I should also note that it was a bare frame so I brushed the entire frame so that now it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-16, 04:26 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,472
Posted By Phlorida

I'm not following your logic. One of the...

I'm not following your logic. One of the advantages of a brushed frame is the ability to brush out abrasions. In the case of my Lynskey they publish videos demonstrating their use of Scotchbrite...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-16, 04:21 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 17,087
Posted By Phlorida

+1 for Chain-L. It lasts a long time and the...

+1 for Chain-L. It lasts a long time and the chain is super quiet. A master link is almost a requirement to lube it properly.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-16, 08:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 8,472
Posted By Phlorida

When I removed the decals from my Ti frame I used...

When I removed the decals from my Ti frame I used a product called Strip-Klean Premium Stripper. I only used this product because I had some, I suspect that acetone would have worked equally as...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-08-16, 09:29 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,493
Posted By Phlorida

It sounds as though the towel worked OK. I keep...

It sounds as though the towel worked OK. I keep these in my tool box for the sole purpose of wrestling tires onto the wheel and they are very effective. They were under $10 at the local hardware...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-06-16, 11:59 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 6,493
Posted By Phlorida

Yes, you are correct about the process and the...

Yes, you are correct about the process and the use of sealant.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-30-15, 09:06 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 10,513
Posted By Phlorida

I've had mine several months and really like it. ...

I've had mine several months and really like it. I like that it remembers the mode that it was in when it was turned off. I do like the mount even though it does turn a bit on the seat post. The...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-14-15, 03:12 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,099
Posted By Phlorida

I don't wait for the the plastic dog ears to...

I don't wait for the the plastic dog ears to fail. I cut them off and install this Broken Garmin mounts (http://www.dogearsgps.com)
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-13-15, 03:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,533
Posted By Phlorida

Mine gives an audible alert when my phone...

Mine gives an audible alert when my phone receives a call or text. I believe that is in settings somewhere.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-13-15, 09:31 AM
Replies: 3,143
Views: 1,021,798
Posted By Phlorida

[QUOTE=jdjones;18385314]2010 Moots Vamoots CR...

[QUOTE=jdjones;18385314]2010 Moots Vamoots CR with CK hubs, BB, and headset, SRAM Force components, Enve fork, and Stan's Alpha 340 rims. I picked it up used for a great price. :)
Nice bike, well...
Forum: Touring
12-11-15, 04:10 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,665
Posted By Phlorida

That is a very tough young woman, I predict that...

That is a very tough young woman, I predict that we hear of her again. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Touring
12-09-15, 07:26 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,141
Posted By Phlorida

Look up the cross Florida bike route. You would...

Look up the cross Florida bike route. You would start at 520 and A1A and head over to the Kissimmee (Disney) area. From there you would need to sort out your own route to 528/I-Drive but there will...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-08-15, 03:38 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,559
Posted By Phlorida

Great find, I've never heard of it. The Amazon...

Great find, I've never heard of it. The Amazon reviews are really good.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-07-15, 07:19 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 3,559
Posted By Phlorida

+1 for Chain L. I live on a barrier island on...

+1 for Chain L. I live on a barrier island on the east coast of Florida with lots of salt. Nothing that I have used to date, including T-9, lasts as long between applications.
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