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03-27-24, 10:08 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 44
Posted By Wildwood

Ride hills in Summer 2024? Expand choices...

Ride hills in Summer 2024?
Expand choices Winter 2025.
Really.
03-25-24, 11:41 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,517
Posted By Wildwood

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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This thread needs more pics.

Alternatively, ..... with the necessary...
03-25-24, 11:00 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 369
Posted By Wildwood

Haven't tried those gloves, but other L. Garneau...

Haven't tried those gloves, but other L. Garneau products I have owned were the first to wear out, Shoes and a jersey. (Not saying a bad product, just always 1st worn out. :rolleyes:)
03-25-24, 10:42 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 212
Posted By Wildwood

:thumb::thumb:

:thumb::thumb:
03-25-24, 10:27 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 855
Posted By Wildwood

I look at the bright side of things = when life...

I look at the bright side of things = when life feels like total shat, consider the alternative. At 72yo, I have lost too many close friends, relatives etc to hardly ever 'feel bad'.

But there...
03-25-24, 08:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 414
Posted By Wildwood

I used to skid my 33mm cyclocross tubulars on...

I used to skid my 33mm cyclocross tubulars on occasion in the gravel, of course.

for skidding on pavement, which I would not recommend, gluing - with a triple coat out to the edges would seem...
03-25-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 196
Posted By Wildwood

A relevant article - 7 fitting mistakes

Saw this article and thought, 'for a simple few steps in fitting', good advice for things to check.

I'm a bike fitter – these are the seven most common mistakes I see people making | Cycling...
03-23-24, 05:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 356
Posted By Wildwood

"......has no chance of fitting me.". Given your...

"......has no chance of fitting me.". Given your fleet, I would take what you need and move it on ... soon. Sitting on it only makes one wonder...... What if.

Shifters I liked on a Centurion...
03-18-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 3,954
Posted By Wildwood

One must shop sales when they happen. And they do...

One must shop sales when they happen. And they do happen.


I have successfully purchased from bikeinn in the past. 3 times (I think) with no problems. But not any one purchase over $150.
03-18-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 553
Posted By Wildwood

I live at 800' on Cougar Mt. Surrounded by a King...

I live at 800' on Cougar Mt. Surrounded by a King County wildlands park. Bear, bobcat and coyote each spotted occasionally during daylight in our 'end of th road up ^' neighborhood. No cougars...
03-18-24, 10:08 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,110
Posted By Wildwood

When Velonews and Cycling News went 'pay for...

When Velonews and Cycling News went 'pay for basic articles'. I left their readership. żAnd I wonder if their views have increased?
I'm a guy who just does not think he should have to pay to read...
03-18-24, 09:46 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 553
Posted By Wildwood

Not the first mtn cyclist to be attacked by a cat...

Not the first mtn cyclist to be attacked by a cat in the N. Bend area. Been ~2years since the last attack on two guys. Yeah, forested mountainous wilderness cycling has wildlife hazards....
03-17-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 21,633
Views: 3,029,698
Posted By Wildwood

Always thankful to post this thread

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Everything too nice for words.

edit: oh, … the...
03-17-24, 03:22 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,643
Posted By Wildwood

Here's a person that has a view on the scene in...

Here's a person that has a view on the scene in Paris cycling.

There's always a variety of opinions. Some opinions like some body parts are odorous. Unlike e-bikes.

Cyclists have turned Paris...
03-17-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,110
Posted By Wildwood

Clear your handlebars and your mind will follow

Glad to see an article that endorses one of my favorite sayings.

'Absorb the world around you and let your mind wander' - you may find that it's more addictive than data | Cycling Weekly...
03-17-24, 10:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 435
Posted By Wildwood

SJX426 - Thanks for the memory assist. Here's the...

SJX426 - Thanks for the memory assist. Here's the other Nervar crankset i spun. Never measured the bcd....
03-16-24, 07:57 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 435
Posted By Wildwood

Ahhh,... Lightbulb moment = I had not checked the...

Ahhh,... Lightbulb moment = I had not checked the Olympian spec for crankset, ....or forgot I did, ....or did not put 2+2 together. Purchased the AD Olympian from a flipper (15+years ago) who had...
03-16-24, 12:52 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 435
Posted By Wildwood

Neither of the Nervar cranksets were original to...

Neither of the Nervar cranksets were original to the framesets. I believe this one has original rings= 53/42. Also stamped as BSA.

Cannot speak for the one that got away on a nice bike.
...
03-15-24, 07:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 435
Posted By Wildwood

122 on two Nervars I have had.

122 on two Nervars I have had.
03-15-24, 10:04 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,129
Posted By Wildwood

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

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each to their own
I guess one could bowl in them
03-14-24, 10:32 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,129
Posted By Wildwood

Cycling is not a casual sport, you need a...

Cycling is not a casual sport, you need a non-casual shoe.
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03-14-24, 10:15 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 5,988
Posted By Wildwood

IDK,... sometimes carbon and brifters. and...

IDK,... sometimes carbon and brifters.
and don't forget your readers.
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03-14-24, 10:05 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 5,988
Posted By Wildwood

And after we vintage out, hopefully........it's...

And after we vintage out, hopefully........it's wings and unobtanium frames with turbo legs for un-Dogly speed....
03-14-24, 04:33 PM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,097,017
Posted By Wildwood

Always thankful to post this thread

Full sun, low 50*s, dry pavement. Love it.

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The...
03-14-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 3,847
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 659,861
Posted By Wildwood

Some days……. (ahhhh) Especially, when it has...

Some days……. (ahhhh)
Especially, when it has been some days.
The sounds of frogs says Spring is near....
03-14-24, 12:58 PM
Replies: 5,287
Views: 830,510
Posted By Wildwood

Still trying to perfect an ice wheel, but...

Still trying to perfect an ice wheel, but suffered a PacMan attack.
...
03-14-24, 10:24 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 5,988
Posted By Wildwood

If faster is the goal, learn to ride with your...

If faster is the goal, learn to ride with your chin close to the stem, a flat back (or nearly), narrow bars, knees that nearly touch the top tube every stroke and a smooth spin. Aero on your body is...
03-13-24, 09:46 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 858
Posted By Wildwood

General question for anyonie. Were there...

General question for anyonie.

Were there Holdsworth models for sale - not in a 'catalog'? In USA?
03-11-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 858
Posted By Wildwood

I have a 1972 built Holdsworth. Wrap around stays...

I have a 1972 built Holdsworth. Wrap around stays at the seat lug, and the only 2 braze-ons are on the driveside chainstay. Did the owner powder coat over chrome?

Catalog for 1971 indicates the...
03-10-24, 07:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 308
Posted By Wildwood

Is there 'Too stiff a wheel'? Not if one believes...

Is there 'Too stiff a wheel'? Not if one believes there is no such thing as too harsh a ride, or uses tire size/inflation to control stiffness.

edit Rolf Vector like this?...
03-10-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 308
Posted By Wildwood

Tires are HUGE, no doubt. Probably why wheels get...

Tires are HUGE, no doubt. Probably why wheels get less attention in C&V.

and everyone's going to fatter tires.

edit: some of my favorite rides (for good pavement outings) were wearing Conti...
03-10-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 308
Posted By Wildwood

These Ambrosio Montreal w/ 36 spokes seemed...

These Ambrosio Montreal w/ 36 spokes seemed smooth and steady on another bike, hoping to have them on the road again shortly. On a '72 Holdsworth Pro....
03-10-24, 05:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 308
Posted By Wildwood

Can we talk wheel stiffness and ride quality? (vintage, of course)

Tires get attention often, rightly so :thumb:, but I haven't seen a thread lately about vintage wheels, rims and perceived ride quality. Different rims for different purposes. Tell us what you think...
03-10-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 16,949
Posted By Wildwood

Somewhere in the recesses of my memory all I...

Somewhere in the recesses of my memory all I remember is = 'Huff, Huff, Huff, you are riding a Huffy'
Funny how word meanings shift - Swinger used to be a 'cool' person, don't remember it being used...
03-10-24, 10:14 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,314
Posted By Wildwood

I recently took-up piccolo. Nobody encourages...

I recently took-up piccolo. Nobody encourages me. I can clear the house in 5 minutes, and call it my "give me space instrument". I understand 'the piper in the woods', and commiserate.
03-08-24, 07:46 PM
Replies: 21,633
Views: 3,029,698
Posted By Wildwood

Always thankful to post this thread

Great photos folks. I can tell everyone is beginning to arise from Winter's doldrums.

First dry day that coincided with my opportunity to ride. Low 50*s, no wind
Only a 20 year old build, but...
03-08-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,097,017
Posted By Wildwood

Always thankful to post this thread

First dry day in a couple of weeks that coupled with my schedule. Only a dozen miles, but Fri afternoon is not the friendliest on my roads, everyone in a hurry. But Sat morning is what I saved for....
03-07-24, 07:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 782
Posted By Wildwood

Concept validation.

Concept validation.
03-07-24, 02:04 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 782
Posted By Wildwood

It's not just a tight and form fitting jersey for...

It's not just a tight and form fitting jersey for a pro cyclist, but also the techie windtunnel stuff like new materials, orientation of fabric, seams/seamless, etc. I do not know any details, but...
03-07-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 782
Posted By Wildwood

Luckily: 1. These helmets are not publicly...

Luckily:
1. These helmets are not publicly available - yet.
2. Time trial group rides are rarer than frog hairs.
03-07-24, 11:28 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,957
Posted By Wildwood

Back in the saddle again. All Spanish riders...

Back in the saddle again.
All Spanish riders with one exception. And yes, still orange uniforms
Euskaltel - Euskadi 2024 (procyclingstats.com)...
03-07-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 782
Posted By Wildwood

And.....Rapha's or Assos's or Le Col's new...

And.....Rapha's or Assos's or Le Col's new jerseys will save 5 watts. Welcome to the world of wind tunnels, marketing, and pro cycling = Where a second may be the difference between fame or...
03-06-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 782
Posted By Wildwood

Dark Side Cycling Team?

Dark Side Cycling Team?
03-06-24, 02:14 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 540
Posted By Wildwood

I have an Olympian that measures 63.5 CTT, the...

I have an Olympian that measures 63.5 CTT, the Vent Noir I sold was the same size. I ride/rode them with narrow handlebars and skinny, hard tires (22 & 25mm tubulars). IMHO, handling is superb. In...
03-06-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,481
Posted By Wildwood

Well, as an admirer of the Garage, all I can say...

Well, as an admirer of the Garage, all I can say is = I know who to call when I have to sell the 8 or 9 left in my vintage fleet.. Size seems about right, too. :)
03-05-24, 07:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 579
Posted By Wildwood

I'm close to your height. If you can stand over...

I'm close to your height. If you can stand over the 25" (63.5cm) frame barefooted with a cm to spare, then your inseam is most likely longer than what you state in post #1, by at least a couple of...
Forum: Introductions
03-03-24, 01:42 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 231
Posted By Wildwood

Short riding season? Hey, I have never visited...

Short riding season?
Hey, I have never visited your lovely country, what do I know?
HD just doesn't seem ... Finnish? But as an old guy I conjure up Flatheads, Panheads, rigid rears, extended...
Forum: Introductions
03-03-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 231
Posted By Wildwood

MikkoR. - HD? Harley Davidsons in Finland?

MikkoR. - HD? Harley Davidsons in Finland?
03-03-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,809
Posted By Wildwood

Dump the Varsity, get a nice vintage roadie. ...

Dump the Varsity, get a nice vintage roadie. Call it a nostalgia upgrade. With the savings from your $2500 budget, take a cycling vacation this summer....
03-03-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,244
Posted By Wildwood

Actually, I have ''messed up' the DeRosa. Cinelli...

Actually, I have ''messed up' the DeRosa. Cinelli bars (narrower by 3cm) and stem (shorter by 5mm) and colorful ribbon.
(editorial: = Why is it that every time I post a rolling picture without hands...
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