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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,598
Posted By Wileyrat

I had what my doctor called severe carpal and...

I had what my doctor called severe carpal and moderate cepital tunnel syndrome. He cut both my hand and elbow open, about 1” on my hand, and about 3 1/2” on my elbow (think funny bone). I was in a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-24, 10:05 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 172
Posted By Wileyrat

Try YouTube, I saw a few installation vids there,...

Try YouTube, I saw a few installation vids there, maybe you can get your answer there.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-24, 07:41 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 315
Posted By Wileyrat

I have that unicorn saddle, in fact, I have two....

I have that unicorn saddle, in fact, I have two. They’re Forte Pro SL saddles, 145 mm with ti rails, and unfortunately they don’t make them anymore. I have one on a roadie, and the other on my mtn...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 564
Posted By Wileyrat

The only bike I’m willing to buy now that I’d be...

The only bike I’m willing to buy now that I’d be stuck for life with is a Campy equipped vintage Italian steel framed bike. Something with Colnago, Pinarello, or De Rosa on the down tube.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 07:48 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 1,910
Posted By Wileyrat

I’m sure when an alphabet agency comes and kicks...

I’m sure when an alphabet agency comes and kicks my door down they’ll be shocked to find my unregistered bikes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-24, 01:36 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 660
Posted By Wileyrat

I almost did the same thing yesterday. I was...

I almost did the same thing yesterday. I was moving my spacers on my mtn bike to raise the bars a bit, and as I was loosening the screws on my stem, I realized what was about to happen. Fortunately I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-24, 12:53 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 348
Posted By Wileyrat

And with a pre loaded Visa, you can shop at an...

And with a pre loaded Visa, you can shop at an LBS to your hearts content, or you can support an online business like Competitive Cyclist or Fair Wheel bikes, which has a local presence in Tucson, or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-24, 06:39 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 348
Posted By Wileyrat

As I see all these recommendations for a card...

As I see all these recommendations for a card from a local bike shop, I will say for an established cyclist, they probably won’t have the type of accessories in stock they may want.

If that’s the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 07:51 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 348
Posted By Wileyrat

Competitive Cyclist.

Competitive Cyclist.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-27-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 966
Posted By Wileyrat

We had several in Tucson along the mups, until...

We had several in Tucson along the mups, until they all got vandalized.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-24-24, 10:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 351
Posted By Wileyrat

You might be better off asking this in the...

You might be better off asking this in the Clydesdales and Athena’s forum.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,492
Posted By Wileyrat

Check out Geometrygeeks.bike and compare the two....

Check out Geometrygeeks.bike and compare the two. That might answer your questions.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 07:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 900
Posted By Wileyrat

Not very long. I can remember lots of specific...

Not very long.
I can remember lots of specific details to various rides, but it had to be an unusual occurrence. I couldn’t say when the ride happened, or any of the typical details of the ride. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 07:35 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 672
Posted By Wileyrat

You probably picked a popular model that doesn’t...

You probably picked a popular model that doesn’t need to be discounted to sell.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,337
Posted By Wileyrat

as Eric F said, it has to do with headtube, and...

as Eric F said, it has to do with headtube, and seatube angles, top tube length, chainstay lengths, headtube length, and a few others. I’m sure there’s books upon books written on it.

it isn’t...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 01:43 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,771
Posted By Wileyrat

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_0084_43f0ad1eaf32bbdd329eaf4d914e880323a6d5d6.jpeg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-18-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,337
Posted By Wileyrat

You should spend some time on google and YouTube...

You should spend some time on google and YouTube studying frame geometry for mtn bikes, gravel bikes, and road bikes, if you’re really interested. It’s not just whether you go with a ridged fork or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 02:06 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,337
Posted By Wileyrat

You can get a flat bar gravel (not a hybrid, a...

You can get a flat bar gravel (not a hybrid, a gravel bike, there’s a difference) with the same gear ratios, probably even the same group set. It’ll be better on the road, and just as good on easy...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 01:07 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,337
Posted By Wileyrat

It seems to me, test rides. People here are...

It seems to me, test rides. People here are telling you it may be the wrong tool for the job, and even you say you got sold on the idea. I guess it’s your money, and if you’re sold on it, buy it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 12:47 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,337
Posted By Wileyrat

Do yourself a favor, and ride a gravel bike like...

Do yourself a favor, and ride a gravel bike like a Specialzed Diverge, or whatever Orbea’s bike is, and compare the ride to what you’re ordering. If you like the Alma better, there you go.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 98
Views: 3,337
Posted By Wileyrat

I’ve never heard of someone using an xc race bike...

I’ve never heard of someone using an xc race bike as a commuter. My Marin has a similar geometry, and I do not enjoy riding it on pavement. Compared to my roadies, it feels, well, out of place, and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 03:33 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,308
Posted By Wileyrat

https://axs.sram.com/guides/tire/pressure ...

https://axs.sram.com/guides/tire/pressure

this is the website I use, and I may adjust a couple of pounds either way, but it typically gets me pretty close.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 414
Posted By Wileyrat

Biggest concern I see is you can’t buy anything...

Biggest concern I see is you can’t buy anything from them right now even if you wanted to.

Fwiw, never heard of them
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,304
Posted By Wileyrat

Seems to be the wave of the future, although not...

Seems to be the wave of the future, although not my future.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-24, 06:11 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 627
Posted By Wileyrat

From the pics, it looks like a pretty solid bike...

From the pics, it looks like a pretty solid bike for the price.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-24, 11:35 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 7,284
Posted By Wileyrat

Wow, how novel, a discussion on rim vs disc...

Wow, how novel, a discussion on rim vs disc brakes. Just curious, any of you guys hear about soaking your chains in wax as a form of chain lube? :lol::lol::lol:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-06-24, 05:54 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,745
Posted By Wileyrat

When I’m on an exercise or spinning bike in the...

When I’m on an exercise or spinning bike in the gym, my cadence runs in the low 80’s, higher when I’m getting on it a bit, but that’s a pretty controlled environment. I don’t measure it when I’m out...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-24, 07:38 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,945
Posted By Wileyrat

I also have a pretty good story about a tarantula...

I also have a pretty good story about a tarantula on my shoulder. I didn’t think I could still move that quickly. :lol:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-24, 02:05 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,945
Posted By Wileyrat

Snake encounter, that was closer than I’d like.

So I live in Tucson, and we have a “few” snakes here.
I was out riding my mountain bike this morning on some local trails near my house, and I encountered a snake crossing the trail. When I saw it,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-24, 08:52 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,723
Posted By Wileyrat

I carry a plug kit and a tube, just in case.

I carry a plug kit and a tube, just in case.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-24, 01:05 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 857
Posted By Wileyrat

I’m no fan of Specialized, but if they received...

I’m no fan of Specialized, but if they received and paid for the products already, it seems they don’t have any other responsibility here.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 03:49 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,329
Posted By Wileyrat

16.3 lb Ridley Fenix, 23.5 lb Team Fuji, 27 lb...

16.3 lb Ridley Fenix, 23.5 lb Team Fuji, 27 lb Marin Nail Trail 6.

They were all weighed with pedals and without bottles.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,899
Posted By Wileyrat

In the pre cell phone days, I tacoed my front...

In the pre cell phone days, I tacoed my front wheel in a crash, and walked about two miles to a pay phone while carrying my bike on my shoulder.
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-25-24, 11:40 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 349
Posted By Wileyrat

I’m running an Nx eagle crankset with an Nx...

I’m running an Nx eagle crankset with an Nx derailleur and shifter. SRAM lists the crankset as 11/12 compatible. I’m also running an 11 speed Kmc chain, and a Shimano Slx 11/46 cassette without any...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,425
Posted By Wileyrat

The gear I need to be in.

The gear I need to be in.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,490
Posted By Wileyrat

consider it a lesson learned. Oh, and thanks for...

consider it a lesson learned. Oh, and thanks for the warning.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-24, 08:01 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,361
Posted By Wileyrat

I had a tire do that. Within a few seconds the...

I had a tire do that. Within a few seconds the tube popped out, blew, and left me ears ringing for a while (even worse than usual).

I’d check the wheel, and hope to get away with replacing the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
03-15-24, 10:36 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 468
Posted By Wileyrat

According to bicycle bluebook, a 2000 model in...

According to bicycle bluebook, a 2000 model in very good condition is valued at a little over $100. I believe their valuations tend to run low, but it’s a starting point.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 687
Posted By Wileyrat

I think I’d never buy a tire base on its...

I think I’d never buy a tire base on its appearance. I may buy a set of gum walls for a vintage bike, but tire performance will come before outward appearance.

I’m not betting my ability to stay...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,684
Posted By Wileyrat

Adidas 5/10 freeriders.

Adidas 5/10 freeriders.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-05-24, 01:18 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,586
Posted By Wileyrat

I’m half Scottish, I’d think that was the coolest...

I’m half Scottish, I’d think that was the coolest thing I’d seen on a mup.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-03-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 311
Views: 47,483
Posted By Wileyrat

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_1613_67735a5158ba809b0af6186ec8d49ec556bb0ab1.jpeg
The old brown Fuji.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-29-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,347
Posted By Wileyrat

I use Ride with GPS on my phone that sits in my...

I use Ride with GPS on my phone that sits in my saddle bag, along with a basic Cateye Padrone computer.

The Padrone has a bit larger display, which works well for my aging eyes.:thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-14-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,112
Posted By Wileyrat

I suppose if you ran into a tree, hard, you could...

I suppose if you ran into a tree, hard, you could bend the fork at the steerer tube, causing the headset bearings to bind up.

Or maybe a parked car.

Or more likely, the top cap is screwed down...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-13-24, 11:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 764
Posted By Wileyrat

The one time I had a new tire that wouldn’t seat,...

The one time I had a new tire that wouldn’t seat, even with our compressor, I threw a tube in it and let it sit overnight. The next morning, I pulled the tube out, and the tire seated right away.
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-03-24, 01:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 742
Posted By Wileyrat

Fwiw, my 2019 med frame Marin Nail Trail has 74...

Fwiw, my 2019 med frame Marin Nail Trail has 74 degree seat tube with a 68 degree head tube, as did all the frames regardless of size.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-25-24, 02:20 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 4,619
Posted By Wileyrat

Coventry Eagle. it was the first lbs bike I...

Coventry Eagle.

it was the first lbs bike I owned. I saved up paper route money, and bought it in 73 when I was 14.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-13-24, 02:31 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,893
Posted By Wileyrat

I’ve stopped and helped people, and I’ve had...

I’ve stopped and helped people, and I’ve had people stop and help me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-12-24, 01:43 PM
Replies: 72
Views: 2,660
Posted By Wileyrat

I really can’t think of a reason right now that...

I really can’t think of a reason right now that would lead me to be interested in any of what they were talking about.
Forum: Winter Cycling
01-12-24, 12:55 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 936
Posted By Wileyrat

I live in Tucson, my minimum riding temp is 60ish...

I live in Tucson, my minimum riding temp is 60ish now.:lol:
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