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Forum: Mid-Atlantic Rides and Events
03-16-24, 12:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 974
Posted By NJgreyhead

More pics

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Forum: Mid-Atlantic Rides and Events
03-16-24, 12:55 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 974
Posted By NJgreyhead

Some pics

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Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-13-24, 12:49 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,010
Posted By NJgreyhead

I see in Bicycle Quarterly that Jan Heine is a...

I see in Bicycle Quarterly that Jan Heine is a believer in carrying and drinking Ensure Plus for his multi-day Fastest Known Time attempts in the wilds.
Forum: Mid-Atlantic Rides and Events
03-11-24, 04:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 974
Posted By NJgreyhead

It’s this weekend Mar 16-17. List of 2024...

It’s this weekend Mar 16-17.
List of 2024 exhibitors here:

2024 Exhibitors – 2024 Philly Bike Expo (https://phillybikeexpo.com/2024-exhibitors/)
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-28-24, 07:35 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,372
Posted By NJgreyhead

I just noticed that the Rema instructions show...

I just noticed that the Rema instructions show removal of the outer plastic as the last step in the process.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,372
Posted By NJgreyhead

She was mentioned in an item that showed up on...

She was mentioned in an item that showed up on BRAIN today:

Charlie Cunningham selling unique spoke machine to support care | Bicycle Retailer and Industry News...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-17-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,372
Posted By NJgreyhead

After I patch, I put the tube inside a tire/wheel...

After I patch, I put the tube inside a tire/wheel combination kept on hand for such purposes. I then air it up to typical-use psi, and if it holds overnite, then the tube is good to pack in my saddle...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-08-23, 07:49 AM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,671
Posted By NJgreyhead

dmarkun I understand your impulse to let the guy...

dmarkun I understand your impulse to let the guy know how unsafe his riding was. Done it myself.

It is not just the rider who would suffer in such a crash. Any driver with any compassion who...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-22-23, 03:56 PM
Replies: 138
Views: 12,381
Posted By NJgreyhead

I'm sorry the Clif Shots have gone away. The...

I'm sorry the Clif Shots have gone away. The Double Expresso variety, with 100mg caffeine, are great for bike-overnites, when I don't want to pack any equipment for making coffee. I down the contents...
Forum: Touring
09-26-23, 01:24 PM
Replies: 4,822
Views: 2,616,341
Posted By NJgreyhead

Bought my rig in 2010, but haven't toured as...

Bought my rig in 2010, but haven't toured as hoped. Have done several bike overnites, including recently to NJ's Bass River State Forest some 47 miles away from home.
Kept it simple, choosing not to...
Forum: Northeast Rides and Events
09-18-23, 06:18 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,514
Posted By NJgreyhead

Ride pic

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SJW club member in club jersey at the water-only stop.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-23, 05:42 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,349
Posted By NJgreyhead

I was told that The Pro’s Closet does not take...

I was told that The Pro’s Closet does not take trade-ins over 10 years old.
Forum: Northeast Rides and Events
09-07-23, 06:27 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,514
Posted By NJgreyhead

Forecast for the ride day is very good: Sunny...

Forecast for the ride day is very good: Sunny skies, temps 55-76F.
Online sign-up ends midnite 9/14/23.
(Rumor has it that if you show up 8-9am with $30 cash or check [no credit cards] there will...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-07-23, 08:02 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,567
Posted By NJgreyhead

Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance...

Zen and the Art of Motorcycle Maintenance resonated with me in part because it promoted do-it-yourself simplicity in the face of increasing automated complexity. It encouraged me to work on my own...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-28-23, 12:26 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,114,433
Posted By NJgreyhead

Bianchi Sport SX with Shimano 600 in the right...

Bianchi Sport SX with Shimano 600 in the right color and nice shape in Old Bridge NJ, $325....
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-23, 11:36 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,120
Posted By NJgreyhead

Laurine You have to remove the spare tire cover...

Laurine You have to remove the spare tire cover to install the rack.
You need to mount the accompanying backing plate (with square shaft that accepts rack) behind the spare just the first time. That...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-28-23, 02:31 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,120
Posted By NJgreyhead

My 2012 RAV (also with the rear-mounted spare)...

My 2012 RAV (also with the rear-mounted spare) works well with the Thule Spare Me rack, which takes 2 bikes. I can roll a 3rd bike inside with one rear seat down, so I can easily transport 3...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic Rides and Events
07-18-23, 04:58 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 974
Posted By NJgreyhead

morsetaper2 , it's open to the public, and...

morsetaper2 , it's open to the public, and typically a pretty cool bike event.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-28-23, 08:38 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,002
Posted By NJgreyhead

Maybe it was 'trickle-down' technology?

Maybe it was 'trickle-down' technology?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-25-23, 06:28 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,002
Posted By NJgreyhead

I have a 1974 Super Course Mk II with clincher...

I have a 1974 Super Course Mk II with clincher Nisi rims, which I believe to be original to the bike. Rides nice.
HTH.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-23-23, 06:28 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,653
Posted By NJgreyhead

downtube42 , what’s your plan for carrying stuff...

downtube42 , what’s your plan for carrying stuff on PBP using the Domane?
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-17-23, 04:03 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,653
Posted By NJgreyhead

Pics - NJ Randonneurs Juneteenth Populaire

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Nigel, RUSA Membership Chair, and this event's organizer
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Forum: Northeast Rides and Events
06-16-23, 09:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,514
Posted By NJgreyhead

Jersey Devil Metric Century Sat Sep 16 2023 Salem County NJ

The South Jersey Wheelmen club's annual open-to-the-public ride this year is a Metric century again, with 63- or 32-mile options, with around 1500’ of elevation for the 63-miler.
Also again this...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-13-23, 03:10 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,653
Posted By NJgreyhead

Recent addition to the NJ Randonneurs schedule,...

Recent addition to the NJ Randonneurs schedule, this Sat 6.17.23, a 73-mile populaire, Juneteenth, Underground Railroad in South Jersey, 7am start in Gibbstown, Gloucester County NJ.

Juneteenth...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-13-23, 06:14 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 17,608
Posted By NJgreyhead

I have used the SRAM grip-shifters on a number of...

I have used the SRAM grip-shifters on a number of bike-share bikes. Don’t know how they hold up, but they were an economical replacement.

I see REI has the MicroShift brand in 3x6, 3x7 and 3x8 for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-23, 04:47 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,511
Posted By NJgreyhead

I liked the Take-A-Look eyeglass mirror. But I...

I liked the Take-A-Look eyeglass mirror. But I found the HubBub helmet-mount mirror to be the best. And founder / owner Diane Jenks is good (bike) people.
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
06-11-23, 09:06 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,653
Posted By NJgreyhead

Hang in, clasher .

Hang in, clasher .
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-24-23, 04:07 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,653
Posted By NJgreyhead

Rode another 200k with my buddy Rick who created...

Rode another 200k with my buddy Rick who created the route recently. He split off after 100+ miles to complete his new 300k route, allowing me to be the first to finish his 200. Generous of him, I...
Forum: Recall Announcements
05-12-23, 12:41 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 35,246
Posted By NJgreyhead

OK, I just spoke to a Shimano rep. He says the...

OK, I just spoke to a Shimano rep. He says the shop gets some allowance for shipping or whatever, but it is limited, and he could not disclose the amount.
What the shop charges for installation is...
Forum: Recall Announcements
05-12-23, 02:51 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 35,246
Posted By NJgreyhead

I heard back from my local REI. They said Shimano...

I heard back from my local REI. They said Shimano is sending out a replacement ("the last one they had" ??), and that I should have my bike back next week.
Then the tech said that my cost would be...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-06-23, 04:40 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 625
Posted By NJgreyhead

Another option is “enhanced platform.” You can...

Another option is “enhanced platform.” You can get a pair of mountain bike toe clips ( no straps ) and attach them to your platform pedals.
They help situate your foot on the pedal and assist if you...
Forum: Recall Announcements
05-01-23, 06:49 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 35,246
Posted By NJgreyhead

A tad late to the "party," but I just saw this...

A tad late to the "party," but I just saw this and checked in my shed. The 1996 GT Outpost grocery-getter, bought off CL in 2009, has the FC-M290 crank.
I just called Shimano, but it is too early in...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
05-01-23, 04:40 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,653
Posted By NJgreyhead

When a riding buddy was looking for a little...

When a riding buddy was looking for a little support to keep alive his R-12, things just fell into place to attempt my first 200k in over a year, this one the Oyster Creek permanent. Starting out as...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-10-23, 07:34 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,653
Posted By NJgreyhead

"I missed the turn to the control at the 23 mile...

"I missed the turn to the control at the 23 mile mark (cue sheet had a different name for the street than the signs.)."

This is a failure on the part of the route organizers. It should not happen....
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-08-23, 05:02 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,582
Posted By NJgreyhead

My longest perm design nowadays? It would be one...

My longest perm design nowadays? It would be one I could handle riding, of course. The legs aren't what they used to be, and they previously maxed out at only 200k. I don't think I would enjoy...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-23, 06:55 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,516
Posted By NJgreyhead

Sorry to hear. Just reading about him in the...

Sorry to hear.
Just reading about him in the new (last?) issue of Road Bike Action which hit my mailbox today.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-23, 06:41 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 878
Posted By NJgreyhead

Time Bicycles to make CF frames in USA

According to Bicycle Retailer And Industry News, Time will make carbon fiber frames in South Carolina.

SPARTANBURG, S.C. (BRAIN) — Time Bicycles will establish the nation's largest carbon fiber...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-27-23, 03:58 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,653
Posted By NJgreyhead

Update: Despite the windy, wet and raw day, 33...

Update: Despite the windy, wet and raw day, 33 riders finished (out of 34 who started, with 20 DNS's). Kudos. Thankfully, the threatened thunderstorms never materialized....
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
03-22-23, 07:05 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 6,653
Posted By NJgreyhead

Batsto 200k brevet

NJ Randonneurs’ Batsto 200k brevet is set for this Saturday March 25 at 8am.
Unfortunately it looks like the weather gods will not be smiling down upon us.*
It is a rain-or-shine event, of course....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-10-23, 12:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,305
Posted By NJgreyhead

I hope Zap lands on his feet. A good dude, he has...

I hope Zap lands on his feet. A good dude, he has a genuine passion for bikes and bike-riding, and is not too cool to let it show.
His interview by Diane Jenks on The Outspoken Cyclist podcast is a...
Forum: Mid-Atlantic Rides and Events
03-10-23, 12:06 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 974
Posted By NJgreyhead

Next Philly Bike Expo is March 2024

I just got an email that the Phl Bike Expo is happy to announce they are going to March dates starting in 2024 (St Patrick's Day weekend) in the same location, PA Convention Center. Said they...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-23, 05:55 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,114,433
Posted By NJgreyhead

Nice looking Columbus Tenax, indexed Schwinn...

Nice looking Columbus Tenax, indexed Schwinn Voyageur for $250.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-15-23, 08:23 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,114,433
Posted By NJgreyhead

Good looking PX-10. Not cheap at $600, but might...

Good looking PX-10. Not cheap at $600, but might be worth it to some.
...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
01-17-23, 09:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,377
Posted By NJgreyhead

Pic -bike among graffiti

Here's a pic from the Philadelphia Inquirer last week:


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Forum: Touring
12-22-22, 07:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,057
Posted By NJgreyhead

I like my (Presta) Accu-Gage. Well made, no...

I like my (Presta) Accu-Gage. Well made, no batteries, easy to read, with a simple reliable button to bleed off air to get down to desired pressure.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-20-22, 06:57 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 3,688
Posted By NJgreyhead

I've been a heavy cramper all my life. What works...

I've been a heavy cramper all my life. What works for me is SaltStick capsules, two taken every 20 miles or so (I have no BP issues). If I fall behind on my intake, they can even relieve my cramping...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-12-22, 04:04 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,605
Posted By NJgreyhead

Thanks for linking that court case, GhostRider62...

Thanks for linking that court case, GhostRider62 . Tragic outcome (may she rest in peace) caused by a lousy ‘depression’ in the shoulder; it does reinforce the notion to always be mindful of the...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
12-05-22, 03:42 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,605
Posted By NJgreyhead

Sharing the road and the four-foot law

Recently New Jersey passed a law making it mandatory for motor vehicles to give bicyclists at least four feet of room. Great.

However, I usually see cyclists on a clean 6-foot (or wider) shoulder...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-02-22, 06:14 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,114,433
Posted By NJgreyhead

Super Course 12, Reynolds 531, 55cm, bar-end...

Super Course 12, Reynolds 531, 55cm, bar-end shifters, nice shape, nice price, $125.

...
Forum: Touring
11-02-22, 06:06 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 9,176
Posted By NJgreyhead

Here's one on CL, 57cm, like-new at 2/3 the...

Here's one on CL, 57cm, like-new at 2/3 the price. Front low-rider rack apparently included too.

...
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