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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-08-23, 12:24 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,095
Posted By Bici Veloce

I tested out a 15 mm crow's foot with a 3/8"...

I tested out a 15 mm crow's foot with a 3/8" ratchet. It works well on both sides regardless of how the slots on the pedal are clocked. My crow's foot is a bit thick. The Park Tool TWB-15 Pedal...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-23, 07:40 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,201
Posted By Bici Veloce

I have a Smith Ignite helmet that holds my Oakley...

I have a Smith Ignite helmet that holds my Oakley sunglasses. Smith actually markets this as a feature...
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Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-08-23, 05:45 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 817
Posted By Bici Veloce

Thanks for the response. I posted a separate...

Thanks for the response. I posted a separate thread for more input. Looking good so far..

https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/1265871-shimano-600-6-7-speed-conversion.html#post22762403
Forum: Classic and Vintage Sales
01-08-23, 01:07 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 817
Posted By Bici Veloce

If you can, hang on to the items for a day or so....

If you can, hang on to the items for a day or so. If I don't get a response on this thread in the next hour or two, I'll post a separate thread. Thank you!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-01-22, 08:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 510
Posted By Bici Veloce

Have you tried flipping the mount upside down?...

Have you tried flipping the mount upside down? Not sure if that would set your computer too low?
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-29-22, 10:27 PM
Replies: 5,124
Views: 795,406
Posted By Bici Veloce

Looks similar to the sculptures my friends and I...

Looks similar to the sculptures my friends and I made in our teens with porta-potties.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
05-12-22, 06:04 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 573
Posted By Bici Veloce

Check the head badge for a 4-digit code. IIRC,...

Check the head badge for a 4-digit code. IIRC, first three are the day number and last digit is the last number of the year in 1970. Mine is stamped 1787 (178th day of 1977). I have a 1977 in silver....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-12-22, 05:09 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,202
Posted By Bici Veloce

I can't say with certainty that your cranks are...

I can't say with certainty that your cranks are not anodized, but they sure look like it to me. I have a pair of anodized 600 cranks on a 1985 Bianchi that had the same (flat/yellowing/plastic) ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-22, 08:06 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,145
Posted By Bici Veloce

You can use Testor's model paint for touch up....

You can use Testor's model paint for touch up. Use a light abrasive polish and throw a coat of wax on it. You should be good to go. :lol:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-18-22, 07:21 AM
Replies: 5,124
Views: 795,406
Posted By Bici Veloce

Wig Wam Motel in San Bernardino, CA... ...

Wig Wam Motel in San Bernardino, CA...

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-22, 05:29 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,417
Posted By Bici Veloce

Cheaper to add weight to the rider...eat more,...

Cheaper to add weight to the rider...eat more, drink more, ride less.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-22, 09:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,475
Posted By Bici Veloce

I've tried a few brands and Muc Off C3 Ceramic...

I've tried a few brands and Muc Off C3 Ceramic Dry is the best. It's super quiet, doesn't fling off or drip, and keeps the drivetrain clean and quiet the longest. It cleans up easily with...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
03-04-22, 04:21 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,631
Posted By Bici Veloce

Thank you. Someone close to me enjoyed a...

Thank you. Someone close to me enjoyed a professional relationship with him.

Although we never met, I'll never forget Tom. I ride portions of the trail he helped to develop three to four times a...
Forum: Commuting
03-04-22, 08:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,063
Posted By Bici Veloce

You can use a padded cycling liner intended for...

You can use a padded cycling liner intended for shorter rides. The LG liner from Dick's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-22, 06:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 464
Posted By Bici Veloce

How's it look now? The ferrule is what you...

How's it look now? The ferrule is what you describe as a "step-down" ferrule.

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-16-22, 10:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 464
Posted By Bici Veloce

Thanks for pointing that out. I looked at...

Thanks for pointing that out.

I looked at some photos prior to disassembly and I see that I installed the cable housing backwards. I also found the original ferrule that attached to the frame side...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-15-22, 06:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 464
Posted By Bici Veloce

Thanks to you that helped out. As a newbie to...

Thanks to you that helped out. As a newbie to bike mechanics, it's nice to have a place to run to when help is needed.

I ended up rebuilding the derailleur and while I was at it, I figured I'd...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-22, 09:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 950
Posted By Bici Veloce

Great info. Thank you for the brochure...

Great info.

Thank you for the brochure pages!
Forum: Road Cycling
01-09-22, 07:13 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,548
Posted By Bici Veloce

Me too. Great adjustability and provide good...

Me too. Great adjustability and provide good visibility from upright and drop positions.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-22, 08:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,070
Posted By Bici Veloce

Here's an example of backer rod. ...

Here's an example of backer rod.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-24-21, 08:25 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 950
Posted By Bici Veloce

Thank you. I'll check with my brother for more...

Thank you. I'll check with my brother for more info. The bag may still be at my parents' house.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-21, 05:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,361
Posted By Bici Veloce

Try swapping out the valve cores.

Try swapping out the valve cores.
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-29-21, 09:07 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,722
Posted By Bici Veloce

In my experience, women's are expensive and much...

In my experience, women's are expensive and much more complicated than men's.:innocent:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-16-21, 06:49 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 7,574
Posted By Bici Veloce

Because beer:beer: I like beer...and can...

Because beer:beer:

I like beer...and can drink a few without guilt.

I do enjoy the time alone while riding to clear my head and ponder.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-22-21, 04:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,518
Posted By Bici Veloce

My weekly goal is 200 miles. I ride 4 to 5 times...

My weekly goal is 200 miles. I ride 4 to 5 times a week varying distances to achieve my goal. I'm 57 and retired. I have no turnip farm, but I do have a kindergarten-aged child I care for during...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-10-21, 05:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 401
Posted By Bici Veloce

That's timely. I just made one a couple days ago...

That's timely. I just made one a couple days ago using angle-iron. I cut the top section off above the chain thinking it might interfere with the cogs.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-26-21, 07:33 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 2,576
Posted By Bici Veloce

I picked up a 2022 Caledonia-5 in August with the...

I picked up a 2022 Caledonia-5 in August with the same tires and DT Swiss 1800 wheels. After 3 flats from in the first few hundred miles, I converted to tubeless. I didn't have any problems breaking...
Forum: Introductions
09-22-21, 07:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 978
Posted By Bici Veloce

One of my favorite memories on that bike was...

One of my favorite memories on that bike was riding around Yosemite Valley during a family camping trip. I'll hang to that bike and pass it on to my kids.
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