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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-22-24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 299
Posted By SpedFast

Every ride I do is like a competition with myself...

Every ride I do is like a competition with myself and I know I'm not alone in that. If 2 laps is doable and you don't want to start a third because it's more than you "enjoy", just do the 2 laps as...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 10:02 PM
Replies: 1,364
Views: 68,001
Posted By SpedFast

Mine are all 11spd now since I got away from...

Mine are all 11spd now since I got away from MTBing and vintage iron. If I raced or competed, I would definitely feel the same, but it's just recreational use even if I do put a lot of miles on my...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 09:44 AM
Replies: 1,364
Views: 68,001
Posted By SpedFast

I measure each chain before waxing. No risk...

I measure each chain before waxing. No risk involved. I even re-use my quick links until they slip together without effort. Might be some risk in that. But life in general is risky.:)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-24, 09:39 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,423
Posted By SpedFast

I don't have a problem with E-bikes. I know they...

I don't have a problem with E-bikes. I know they serve a purpose. It's all the uneducated salmon riding them. Most people on them have never ridden a bike and have no clue what cycling etiquette is....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-24, 10:10 PM
Replies: 1,364
Views: 68,001
Posted By SpedFast

If you start with a quality chain and re-wax...

If you start with a quality chain and re-wax religiously, I believe you can hit those numbers. I'm up in that area with my chains using a rotation system and waxing at 300 miles or less depending on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 06:16 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 604
Posted By SpedFast

No, it's round for about 1/8" or so before the...

No, it's round for about 1/8" or so before the shoulders take shape. I needed a flashlight to look inside and see the hex pattern.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 06:14 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 229
Posted By SpedFast

Welcome to the forums. There are Bike Blue book...

Welcome to the forums. There are Bike Blue book sites on the internet if you don't get any joy here. Just remember, condition is everything. Good luck.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 06:07 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 604
Posted By SpedFast

It's actually machined that way based on looking...

It's actually machined that way based on looking at mine.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 604
Posted By SpedFast

I just ran out and looked at mine and it looks...

I just ran out and looked at mine and it looks exactly like that and it is not stripped out. For some reason it's round until you get in a little bit then it becomes hex. I know mine isn't stripped...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 05:54 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,423
Posted By SpedFast

Don't forget about all the experience you'll gain...

Don't forget about all the experience you'll gain from constantly working on it too. Win-Win :thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 06:55 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,423
Posted By SpedFast

Your bike is not my cup of tea, but you're...

Your bike is not my cup of tea, but you're absolutely correct in stating it looks good. The color, the smooth lines. Sweet looking ride!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,423
Posted By SpedFast

Well put! That's a statement I can get behind...

Well put! That's a statement I can get behind :thumb:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-17-24, 10:53 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,001
Posted By SpedFast

I have baked beans over toast at least once a...

I have baked beans over toast at least once a week. About 10 slices of toast and an entire 28oz can of beans. Love it. But then I literally have to eat lots of peanut butter to keep my weight up....
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 1,364
Views: 68,001
Posted By SpedFast

That is my current experience also since sticking...

That is my current experience also since sticking with name brand chains and waxing every 300 miles or less, depending on riding conditions.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 93
Views: 2,423
Posted By SpedFast

That's the Thudbuster he mentioned in his...

That's the Thudbuster he mentioned in his original post.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-17-24, 09:52 AM
Replies: 1,364
Views: 68,001
Posted By SpedFast

The last chain I had that wore out in less than...

The last chain I had that wore out in less than 2000 miles was something un-named from China. It also cost me a chain ring :notamused: Not going there again. It proved to me there is a limit to...
Forum: Introductions
04-16-24, 02:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 252
Posted By SpedFast

:welcome

:welcome
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-24, 09:28 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,535
Posted By SpedFast

You might want to consider a saddle with the cut...

You might want to consider a saddle with the cut out to take the pressure off your perineum. I switched to a Body Geometry that I picked up used about 2 years ago and will never go back. What a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-14-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 9,414
Posted By SpedFast

I did 36 miles yesterday and then got back to my...

I did 36 miles yesterday and then got back to my regular 25 today and feeling much better mentally and physically. I don't normally ride Sundays except for night riding, but I got out there and had a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-24, 06:15 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,535
Posted By SpedFast

Before moving the handlebars, I would start with...

Before moving the handlebars, I would start with the seat. Like my dear wife likes to remind me, the entire world (of bike fit) revolves around my a....;) A downward tilting seat actually puts more...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-24, 06:09 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 773
Posted By SpedFast

How about the handlebar laser alignment tool?...

How about the handlebar laser alignment tool? Have you got one of them yet? hehe
Forum: Road Cycling
04-13-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 434
Posted By SpedFast

I'm on the opposite coast and do a lot of night...

I'm on the opposite coast and do a lot of night riding. We don't have wild boars or gators, but we do have lots of big cats and black bear. None have bothered me to date, but I have seen them as well...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,535
Posted By SpedFast

Ditto

Ditto
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-12-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 1,535
Posted By SpedFast

You are putting way to much weight on your arms...

You are putting way to much weight on your arms and wrists. Contrary to what you might think, Kontact is giving you good advice. You need to put more of your weight to the rear, literally, and to do...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-12-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 9,414
Posted By SpedFast

We're close to the same age. I got conned into...

We're close to the same age. I got conned into helping a friend move and didn't ride for 4 days (Sunday thru Wednesday). I missed being on the bike. I normally avg 25 miles/day 6 days/week. I got on...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 1,364
Views: 68,001
Posted By SpedFast

You live in the perfect environment for a waxed...

You live in the perfect environment for a waxed chain. At the least, you will notice how clean it stays. Just don't let that clean look fool you into thinking it doesn't need servicing when it's due....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 4,382
Posted By SpedFast

You were just caught up in the excitement and...

You were just caught up in the excitement and anticipation of the coming ride. Little kids do that all the time.....:)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 10:43 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 372
Posted By SpedFast

Uniglide Freewheel? I had one of those on an...

Uniglide Freewheel? I had one of those on an early 90's Giant 6 spd road bike. Bill Kaupun, a knowledgeable member here could tell you exactly, I'm sure.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-24, 06:53 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 3,026
Posted By SpedFast

This thread is solid proof that there is a...

This thread is solid proof that there is a benefit to wearing a helmet. Do you see what happens when you don't?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 3,026
Posted By SpedFast

Where's the 10%?

Where's the 10%?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-24, 06:20 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 3,026
Posted By SpedFast

What's a "bubbler"?

What's a "bubbler"?
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-07-24, 10:34 PM
Replies: 168
Views: 9,414
Posted By SpedFast

Happy B-Day! Clark :bday:

Happy B-Day! Clark :bday:
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-07-24, 10:32 PM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 478,095
Posted By SpedFast

I personally would never knowingly buy a used...

I personally would never knowingly buy a used helmet for a number of reasons, but I have noticed how many are sold through 2nd hand stores, thrift shops, and others, just to name a few. While I've...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 05:41 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,640
Posted By SpedFast

That's exactly why I like my RockBros, they feel...

That's exactly why I like my RockBros, they feel like they have magnets on them that your feet are stuck to. When I MTBed all I had to do was get me foot close to the pedal and it was back on. I now...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-24, 09:39 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 278
Posted By SpedFast

Should not be a problem-they are compatible for...

Should not be a problem-they are compatible for the most part. When things are not compatible, as in some road vs MTB drive trains, they usually won't fit properly making it obvious immediately that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-24, 06:34 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 278
Posted By SpedFast

What you're describing sounds like simple tuning,...

What you're describing sounds like simple tuning, not parts. If it is parts, it's your shift cables and housings are worn or dirty. I would start by learning how to tune your bike (especially the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-04-24, 09:40 AM
Replies: 1,364
Views: 68,001
Posted By SpedFast

As kids we used to fight over the wax that came...

As kids we used to fight over the wax that came off jars of jam. It was poor man's bubble gum :love:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-04-24, 09:34 AM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,438
Posted By SpedFast

A good starting point is rotating the bars to...

A good starting point is rotating the bars to make the bottom of the drops level with the ground and then rotate them until they feel right for you. Just remember, as mentioned earlier, the more you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-24, 07:36 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 237
Posted By SpedFast

With a NEW chain, which you definitely need if...

With a NEW chain, which you definitely need if the ,75 slips in easy, you will know immediately whether the cogs or chain ring is worn. If the new chain doesn't jump (skip) on the cogs or chain ring...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-03-24, 07:22 PM
Replies: 3,578
Views: 987,438
Posted By SpedFast

I think you'll like it. IN that current config...

I think you'll like it. IN that current config there is almost no way possible you could use the brake levers while in the drops. My old wrists won't bend like that. But brakes aside, I find the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-01-24, 07:15 PM
Replies: 1,364
Views: 68,001
Posted By SpedFast

I do it for the increased life span but...

I do it for the increased life span but especially the quieter drive train. Now the neighbor ladies aren't just bringing me their used candles, but they have a tendency to show up when I'm out in the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,241
Posted By SpedFast

A lot of people here just jump in to the last...

A lot of people here just jump in to the last post and offer advice with no clue what's going on. I'll bet they're a blast at a party, duh... Just don't take it personally. :bike:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 07:06 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,241
Posted By SpedFast

It might just be your operating system. My...

It might just be your operating system. My computer won't acknowledge the sim card from my phone but if I put it in my wife's laptop it reads it perfectly and I can add tunes to it. Or other files....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,173
Posted By SpedFast

Yeah, that'll make them too soft to even use....

Yeah, that'll make them too soft to even use. What were you thinking? :50:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 09:26 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,640
Posted By SpedFast

When I consider how many miles I go per the...

When I consider how many miles I go per the pennies I spend, it's a cheap sport. It also has the side benefit of keeping me healthy.:thumb:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 06:18 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,640
Posted By SpedFast

While the pins destroy my shoe soles also, I will...

While the pins destroy my shoe soles also, I will sacrifice shoes (usually Sketchers or Avias) to avoid feet slipping off the pedal. When I MTBed I also wanted pedals that the dirt and mud could fall...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-24, 05:49 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 353
Posted By SpedFast

Are you sure you really want to know?

Are you sure you really want to know?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,241
Posted By SpedFast

Glad you're all right. Sounds like the helmet did...

Glad you're all right. Sounds like the helmet did its job even if the cam won't work.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-31-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 353
Posted By SpedFast

Although it's tight in the chain stays with 28's...

Although it's tight in the chain stays with 28's and I have to put the wheels on with the tire practically deflated, my tightest issue is the front derailleur when I'm on the big chain ring. I have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 10:33 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,241
Posted By SpedFast

It sounds to me like you got a defective camera....

It sounds to me like you got a defective camera. I bought a go-pro knockoff from the bay a few years back that did the same thing. It was my first experience with little action cameras and I assumed...
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