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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-12-23, 11:27 AM
Replies: 472
Views: 293,903
Posted By Bean Counter

I did this to 2 road bikes with rim brakes this...

I did this to 2 road bikes with rim brakes this fall and installed 11-42 casettes on rear. Was told by my doctor to watch my heart rate while exercising, so made the switch to help on hill climbs...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-07-23, 07:29 PM
Replies: 722
Views: 28,215
Posted By Bean Counter

Have 3 bikes with rim brakes & 4 sets of...

Have 3 bikes with rim brakes & 4 sets of replacement pads. When all the pads are worn out, I might consider discs, but I doubt it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-01-22, 09:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 254
Posted By Bean Counter

Thanks guys. I appreciate your efforts &...

Thanks guys. I appreciate your efforts & apologize for the inadequate wording.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-01-22, 08:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 254
Posted By Bean Counter

That's a shifter. I'm talking about the crankset.

That's a shifter. I'm talking about the crankset.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-01-22, 08:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 254
Posted By Bean Counter

Shimano GRX RX600 crankset

Can I use an 11 speed GRX RX600 crankset with a 10 speed rear set up? The 10 speed GRX's are out of stock everywhere. Thanks in advance for your input.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-23-22, 08:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 882
Posted By Bean Counter

Put a piece of pipe over the end of wrench for...

Put a piece of pipe over the end of wrench for extra leverage. Use your foot on it for more force. Don't forget to yell, "Ouch," when your leg hits something unintended.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-19, 06:05 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,823
Posted By Bean Counter

Just bought M10, 1.00 pitch, 30 mm, 40mm & 50mm...

Just bought M10, 1.00 pitch, 30 mm, 40mm & 50mm atHome Depot, though they aren't stainless.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-15-19, 11:23 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 712
Posted By Bean Counter

Try here. ...

Try here.

https://www.bikeparts.com/categories/bike-parts-components/cables-housing-and-parts/adjusters-caps-ferrules-parts/?s=#pN=2
Forum: Road Cycling
01-12-14, 07:59 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 809
Posted By Bean Counter

I second doing the Haleakala. I rode up that 3...

I second doing the Haleakala. I rode up that 3 years ago. It was an awesome experience.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-11, 07:21 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 273
Posted By Bean Counter

Anybody familiar with LM2?

Vacationing in Tuscany this summer. Looking to rent a road bike. Have found a shop local to where I'm staying (Montalacino) that has LM2's. I've never heard of that make or model.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-15-09, 04:03 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,480
Posted By Bean Counter

Two words: Brooks saddle

Two words: Brooks saddle
Forum: Road Cycling
06-08-08, 04:01 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,834
Posted By Bean Counter

I do the same. Twice this week, on our group...

I do the same. Twice this week, on our group rides, my pump bailed out another rider who couldn't get it done with a CO2 cartridge.

I love my Road Morph.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
02-15-08, 08:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 814
Posted By Bean Counter

I remember. I trained harness horses in another...

I remember. I trained harness horses in another life. We used to mix it with cortisone & rub it on horse's legs. The DMSO would help drive the cortisone into the muscle. That stuff would make...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-15-08, 08:23 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 1,988
Posted By Bean Counter

I've lost 7 pounds since the end of October. ...

I've lost 7 pounds since the end of October. Going for 5 more by the end of April.
Forum: Road Cycling
01-28-08, 08:24 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,589
Posted By Bean Counter

"As my grandmother used to tell me, "Girls are...

"As my grandmother used to tell me, "Girls are like streetcars. You miss one. You catch another."
Forum: Introductions
01-26-08, 08:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 311
Posted By Bean Counter

Welcome from another over 50 Dela-whereian. This...

Welcome from another over 50 Dela-whereian. This is a great forum.

What part of Delaware do you live?
Forum: Road Cycling
01-25-08, 08:37 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 794
Posted By Bean Counter

What he said.

What he said.
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
01-19-08, 08:32 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,520
Posted By Bean Counter

I went from 215 to 175 in one year taking one of...

I went from 215 to 175 in one year taking one of these each day. Great stuff. All natural. No prescription.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-12-08, 09:56 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,546
Posted By Bean Counter

1. Be fit enough to climb Alp d'Huez 2. Climb...

1. Be fit enough to climb Alp d'Huez
2. Climb Alp d'Huez
Forum: Road Cycling
11-01-07, 01:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,135
Posted By Bean Counter

Should my sit bones really be that far back in...

Should my sit bones really be that far back in the saddle?[/QUOTE]


Yes. That's where they belong. If you sit there & still experience pain, you probably need further seat adjustment.
Forum: Touring
09-12-07, 07:37 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 8,074
Posted By Bean Counter

A Thousand Miles - Vanessa Carlton

A Thousand Miles - Vanessa Carlton
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-07-07, 07:13 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 751
Posted By Bean Counter

You can get a replacement hose here: ...

You can get a replacement hose here:



http://store.airbomb.com/Items.asp?Cc=134%2DT%2D291
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-07, 07:27 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,285
Posted By Bean Counter

Sometimes, the leather is stretched too tight and...

Sometimes, the leather is stretched too tight and takes longer to break in. A trick I learned is to loosen the tension nut 1/2 to a full turn. This will allow the leather to conform to you faster....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-22-07, 07:48 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 701
Posted By Bean Counter

I have a Lemond Buenos Aires that is 1/2 steel,...

I have a Lemond Buenos Aires that is 1/2 steel, 1/2 carbon that has a Brooks. I also have a titanium Lemond with a Brooks.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-09-07, 07:14 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 587
Posted By Bean Counter

If it feels comfortable, leave it alone. Messing...

If it feels comfortable, leave it alone. Messing with the tension when not necessary is a big mistake.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-02-07, 07:21 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,266
Posted By Bean Counter

Before taking any drastic steps, try loosening...

Before taking any drastic steps, try loosening the tension nut 1/2-1 full turn. I have 3 Brooks saddles. Two were comfortable right out of the box. After 500+ miles, the third still didn't feel...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-26-07, 09:18 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,431
Posted By Bean Counter

Whatever happened to the Underwear Nazi?

Whatever happened to the Underwear Nazi?
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-24-07, 12:49 PM
Replies: 424
Views: 24,979
Posted By Bean Counter

All it takes is a little water & some sodium...

All it takes is a little water & some sodium bicarbonate and what you have is called a "milkshake" in horse racing. It supposely neutralizes the buildup of lactic acid. It certainly improves a...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-19-07, 06:59 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,267
Posted By Bean Counter

I watch every morning. I have a tv card in my...

I watch every morning. I have a tv card in my notebook at work. If the morning had something really significant happen, I watch a later broadcast as well.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-07, 05:58 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,655
Posted By Bean Counter

You might actually want to use the wrench, but...

You might actually want to use the wrench, but not to tighten the saddle. If you find the break-in period is taking longer than it should, turn the nut counterclockwise (to loosen) about 1/2 turn. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-06-06, 08:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,646
Posted By Bean Counter

Wireless, actually GPS here. I've had a Cateye...

Wireless, actually GPS here. I've had a Cateye wired that I liked, but didn't like the wires when cleaning. I had a Cateye wireless that I liked and probably wouldn't have replaced except I won a...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-04-06, 07:13 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,603
Posted By Bean Counter

I've been thinking of putting his name, or...

I've been thinking of putting his name, or initials, on it somewhere. It'd make a nice tribute.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-06, 08:34 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,603
Posted By Bean Counter

Project Lemond update

The frame was powder-coated a dark green. Finding a matching paint to use on the fork proved a challenge. After 2 failures with a spectrometer, I took the closest paint of the two and began mixing...
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
11-02-06, 07:59 PM
Replies: 1,289
Views: 133,432
Posted By Bean Counter

Trying another upload

Trying another upload
Forum: Forum Suggestions & User Assistance
11-02-06, 07:54 PM
Replies: 1,289
Views: 133,432
Posted By Bean Counter

Test upload

Test upload
Forum: Road Cycling
11-02-06, 03:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,176
Posted By Bean Counter

[QUOTE=woodcycl]Yeah, I expected that kind of...

[QUOTE=woodcycl]Yeah, I expected that kind of reply! ;) ........ I couldn't keep it out of my eyes and I even had a sweat band on and a hand towel.

Get one of these:

http://www.sweatgutr.com/...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-25-06, 06:32 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,570
Posted By Bean Counter

bikejournal.com is pretty good. ...

bikejournal.com is pretty good.

http://www.dailypelotonforums.com is also good. Floyd (yes, that Floyd) has been posting there during his rehabilitation from surgery.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-22-06, 04:56 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 994
Posted By Bean Counter

I like it without the decals. Very sweet!

I like it without the decals. Very sweet!
Forum: Road Cycling
10-16-06, 08:35 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,666
Posted By Bean Counter

I have a compact crank. I also have a Shimano...

I have a compact crank. I also have a Shimano 13-30 cassette that I throw on my bike when I'm gonna be in hills. My regular Ultegra derailleur handles it just fine.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-06, 07:00 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,603
Posted By Bean Counter

SD, nice job. That's a great looking bike.

SD, nice job. That's a great looking bike.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-06, 12:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,603
Posted By Bean Counter

Yep. Had some parts sitting waiting & obtained...

Yep. Had some parts sitting waiting & obtained the others recently. Since the frame will last a lifetime, maybe I can look forward to upgrading to Campy as time goes.

Please don't hate because...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-06, 11:38 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,603
Posted By Bean Counter

Sorry, but this is a budget build. Using all...

Sorry, but this is a budget build. Using all Ultegra parts obtained very cheaply. My next build will be Campy.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-06, 11:36 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,603
Posted By Bean Counter

Rad, your collection has been some of my...

Rad, your collection has been some of my inspiration. Of course, I'm expecting to get my project back & finished before your Tete is ready. :)
Forum: Northeast
09-29-06, 11:35 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,082
Posted By Bean Counter

Check out this club. They do lots of weekly...

Check out this club. They do lots of weekly rides in the Newark area.


http://www.whiteclaybicycleclub.org/
Forum: Road Cycling
09-29-06, 11:30 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,603
Posted By Bean Counter

Project Lemond begins

After being inspired by others here at BikeForums, I decided to rebuild a bike. It is basically to learn more about how they work and for something new to do. I'm stripping the bike and will have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-06, 07:37 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,119
Posted By Bean Counter

Try this:

Try this:
Forum: Northeast
09-24-06, 02:32 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,082
Posted By Bean Counter

I'm from Slower Lower Delaware (Harrington). ...

I'm from Slower Lower Delaware (Harrington). Been lurking on this forum for about 3 years. I ride with an informal group every Tuesday/Thursday out of Milford when daylight permits.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
09-24-06, 01:30 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,245
Posted By Bean Counter

Testosterone patch on the boys. :)

Testosterone patch on the boys. :)
Forum: Road Cycling
09-24-06, 01:21 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 629
Posted By Bean Counter

For less than $ 2, you can get a can of...

For less than $ 2, you can get a can of semi-gloss spray paint at Wal-Mart and change that stem to black.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-21-06, 07:48 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 395
Posted By Bean Counter

Need source for bolts

I'm doing a build up & have been accumulating parts. Now, I need to find hardware. Does anyone know an online source for the bolts to hang an Ultegra rear derailleur & Ultegra brakes?
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