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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-01-22, 10:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 581
Posted By DownByLaw

I have one of those as well and my ass likes it...

I have one of those as well and my ass likes it fine.

​​​​​​​Patrick
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-22, 01:01 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 581
Posted By DownByLaw

I find the WTB Volt saddle that came with my Masi...

I find the WTB Volt saddle that came with my Masi quite comfortable:

https://www.rei.com/product/168891/wtb-volt-steel-saddle

Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-15-22, 03:48 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,599
Posted By DownByLaw

Well, despite parts shortages I managed to get a...

Well, despite parts shortages I managed to get a Velo Orange triple and it works perfectly. Great gearing now and the cranks are beautifully made.
Also purchased their quill stem to threadless...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-30-21, 07:42 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,112
Posted By DownByLaw

Cassette and a Wolf Tooth RoadLink might be your...

Cassette and a Wolf Tooth RoadLink might be your best bet: https://www.wolftoothcomponents.com/collections/components/products/roadlink

I'm not sure the 50/34 front will give your wife the result...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-21, 03:37 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,599
Posted By DownByLaw

Got it, thanks for the help. Patrick

Got it, thanks for the help.

Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-21, 11:17 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,599
Posted By DownByLaw

Unfortunately my crank does not have the...

Unfortunately my crank does not have the provision for adding another chainring. But, I've learned a lot from you and the others who have helped out. This was my first restore, so it's a learning...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-21, 10:52 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,599
Posted By DownByLaw

Thanks, the old spindle was nuts, the new is...

Thanks, the old spindle was nuts, the new is bolts. I will take a better look at the database.

Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-21, 10:45 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,599
Posted By DownByLaw

Thanks, so get cranks then determine BB width? ...

Thanks, so get cranks then determine BB width?

Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-21, 10:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,599
Posted By DownByLaw

The measurement from mid rings is 50.8mm. ...

The measurement from mid rings is 50.8mm.

Thanks,
Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-21, 10:36 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,599
Posted By DownByLaw

Thanks. Both the original and the sealed are...

Thanks. Both the original and the sealed are asymmetrical, the real problem is that it is outboard too much.

Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-21, 10:35 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,599
Posted By DownByLaw

The current and old spindle are 127, so that...

The current and old spindle are 127, so that seems that could be the issue. The question now is do I have to change it out to go to a triple.

Thanks,
Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-21, 10:19 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,599
Posted By DownByLaw

I took a couple pics, maybe this shows the extent...

I took a couple pics, maybe this shows the extent of the issue. hard to photograph. The second shot is most accurate to how far off the line is.

Patrick...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-21, 08:31 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,599
Posted By DownByLaw

Thanks for that, I was not aware of that...

Thanks for that, I was not aware of that crankset. I've replaced the bottom bracket with a Shimano sealed unit the same length as the original.

Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-21, 08:27 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,599
Posted By DownByLaw

Yes, the double I installed sits too far out, its...

Yes, the double I installed sits too far out, its a Sakae SX. The original was a Sugino, but I don't know the model.

Thanks,
Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-21, 08:24 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,599
Posted By DownByLaw

The cranks are 170mm/6 speed cassette. ...

The cranks are 170mm/6 speed cassette.

Thanks,
Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-21, 08:08 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,599
Posted By DownByLaw

Need a triple for my vintage Nishiki

Hi all,

Last year I restored my mid 80's Nishiki Custom Sport and in order to make it suitable for my purposes
I want to go from a double to a triple crankset (preferably with a 48 or lower top...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-20-20, 04:19 PM
Replies: 6,211
Views: 557,756
Posted By DownByLaw

11miles today (11 hilly miles). Didn't push for...

11miles today (11 hilly miles). Didn't push for more as I'm gradually getting in shape and unfortunately when restoring my high school bike, I managed to get a 1/2" wire from the brake cable
in my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-20, 08:50 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,573
Posted By DownByLaw

No, primer/gray metallic base then clear coat.

No, primer/gray metallic base then clear coat.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-20, 06:31 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,573
Posted By DownByLaw

Thanks. It's surprising how light the bike is....

Thanks. It's surprising how light the bike is. I'd say 22-23 pounds. Very comfortable and fast. I will look into the gearing options for sure.

Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-20, 06:29 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,573
Posted By DownByLaw

Thanks. The paint and clear is Dupl-iColor, a...

Thanks. The paint and clear is Dupl-iColor, a Honda metallic gray, and Dupli-Color primer. Very light sanding on the base coat, just to remove any overspray. I let the base cure for 3 weeks before...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-19-20, 06:22 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,573
Posted By DownByLaw

Thanks, will do. Patrick

Thanks, will do.

Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-20, 03:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,573
Posted By DownByLaw

Thanks so much. Patrick

Thanks so much.

Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-20, 03:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,573
Posted By DownByLaw

Thanks, it really turned out how I had...

Thanks, it really turned out how I had envisioned.

Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-20, 03:10 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,573
Posted By DownByLaw

Thank you. I found it very satisfying and learned...

Thank you. I found it very satisfying and learned a lot. I might make this a regular endeavor.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-20, 03:09 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,573
Posted By DownByLaw

Thanks, that's a good idea. Perhaps I'll make it...

Thanks, that's a good idea. Perhaps I'll make it a true triple.

Patrick
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-18-20, 01:02 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,573
Posted By DownByLaw

Restored my high school bike

Hi all,

Been working on my high school bike over the "quarantine" months, a 1985 or so Nishiki Custom Sport, Kawamura frame.
Original to the bike are the calipers, headset and bars. All other...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-02-20, 11:31 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,602
Posted By DownByLaw

I prefer steel from a durability standpoint and...

I prefer steel from a durability standpoint and ride quality (meaning feel, not necessarily cushiness). Not interested in carbon and it's fragile nature/crack susceptibility.
Went to my LBS a few...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-09, 05:25 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 9,768
Posted By DownByLaw

That tire choice is inspired. Very nice. ...

That tire choice is inspired. Very nice.

Patrick
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-12-09, 03:51 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,130
Posted By DownByLaw

May seem dumb, but in my case it was my front...

May seem dumb, but in my case it was my front derailler cable excess hitting my crank.

Patrick
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-09, 03:59 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,204
Posted By DownByLaw

A friend of mine who is about 6' 5" and 275lbs...

A friend of mine who is about 6' 5" and 275lbs purchased a Caad9-7 recently and is very pleased with it. (think Larry Bird body type) This replaced his ancient Schwinn, and is his move back into...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-16-09, 03:55 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 14,843
Posted By DownByLaw

Well, not very exciting, but I purchased my first...

Well, not very exciting, but I purchased my first floor pump, a Bontrager. Seems my Zeta frame pump couldn't get my tires up to desired psi. Payed 45.00 for the Bontrager, right in the middle of...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-09, 05:21 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,802
Posted By DownByLaw

Just want to thank everyone for their advice. I...

Just want to thank everyone for their advice. I purchased a compact crankset and installed this weekend.
Very happy. Gave me the lower gearing I was looking for, while not being overly complicated...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-20-09, 05:09 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 2,424
Posted By DownByLaw

Was looking for a steel bike to get back in after...

Was looking for a steel bike to get back in after a long layoff. Wanted USA, but expensive and somewhat scarce. Went to LBS and tried a Cannondale Caad9 and liked it immediately. Very happy with my...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-16-09, 05:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 7,498
Posted By DownByLaw

I'm 5' ll", about a 30in inseam, riding a 54....

I'm 5' ll", about a 30in inseam, riding a 54. (short legs) Haven't done much to dial in the fit yet, but feels like the right size for me. I prefer a bike somewhat big than too small, but the 54...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-09, 05:30 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,196
Posted By DownByLaw

I just cruised past him/her. It's not like their...

I just cruised past him/her. It's not like their not in my back yard on a regular basis. (NW nj)

Patrick
Forum: Road Cycling
07-13-09, 04:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,196
Posted By DownByLaw

On my usual route, a pickup passed me as I was...

On my usual route, a pickup passed me as I was struggling up a hill. Upon cresting the hill, I saw the pickup stopped. I was expecting some sort of smart ass remark, but instead, they took the time...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-30-09, 05:32 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,523
Posted By DownByLaw

Yeah, when I was on vacation in Kauai, saw the...

Yeah, when I was on vacation in Kauai, saw the after effects of a dude who bit it going down the mountain from the canyon. Apparently they start you at the top and then you coast down, at what must...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-09, 10:07 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,802
Posted By DownByLaw

Thanks all, What about the possibility of...

Thanks all,

What about the possibility of switching to a compact double?
I understand switching to the triple may cost some significant coin.

Patrick
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-21-09, 07:08 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,802
Posted By DownByLaw

Need lower gears - new cassette?

Hi all,

Been the proud owner of a new C'dale Caad9-6 for a month or so. I'm finding I don't have low enough gears for the hills near me, (long, steep) lest I want to totally destroy my legs before...
Forum: Introductions
06-07-09, 03:37 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 244
Posted By DownByLaw

Howdy from NJ

Hi all,

Turning 40 in August, so my lovely wife has purchased a CAAD9-6 for my big day. (what a great bike) Haven't ridden with any regularity since I was a teen, but have decided to become a...
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