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12-10-23, 11:40 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 5,823
Posted By Shimagnolo

See post 88; All explained on page 3 of that...

See post 88;
All explained on page 3 of that document.
Look at Figure 4 and Equation 5.
"a" is the overall radius of the tread of the inflated tire.
"rf" is the radius of the rim at the inner...
12-09-23, 04:12 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 5,823
Posted By Shimagnolo

Some years back I learned the hard way that a...

Some years back I learned the hard way that a larger cross-section on a tire increases stress on the rim,
when I cracked the sidewall of an aluminum rim...twice.
I broke the first rim, moved the...
10-27-23, 10:38 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,843
Posted By Shimagnolo

Study Finds Cyclists Are Better People Than Drivers

Study Finds Cyclists Are Better People Than Drivers (https://jalopnik.com/study-finds-cyclists-are-better-people-than-drivers-1850964103)

Cyclists are more interested in the common good than...
10-16-23, 06:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 488
Posted By Shimagnolo

Give me a ping, Vasili. One ping only, please.

Give me a ping, Vasili. One ping only, please.
08-10-23, 07:51 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,632
Posted By Shimagnolo

There are Chinese sellers on eBay that sell that...

There are Chinese sellers on eBay that sell that unit in many different sizes (and with different branding).
I bought 10L unit that can take a large chainring or crankarm with without problem.
So...
08-03-23, 08:01 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,115
Posted By Shimagnolo

Do you still ride the "glorified furniture...

Do you still ride the "glorified furniture dolly"? :lol:
08-02-23, 12:01 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,115
Posted By Shimagnolo

I've never seen that done around here.

I've never seen that done around here.
08-02-23, 12:00 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,115
Posted By Shimagnolo

Good point, but we don't know if she merged onto...

Good point, but we don't know if she merged onto 119 from 63rd (as I did), or if she was already driving on 119 when she reached the intersection with 63rd.

[changing topics]

Hey Joey, how's it...
08-01-23, 04:53 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,115
Posted By Shimagnolo

There is a plan in the works to put in a bikeway...

There is a plan in the works to put in a bikeway along that highway, similar to the one along US36 (Boulder <-> Denver), but with a twist: Because 119 has a grass median, the plan is to put the...
08-01-23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,115
Posted By Shimagnolo

Video taken this morning. I started Southbound...

Video taken this morning.
I started Southbound on 63rd, and just merged onto 119 (aka Diagonal Hwy), heading Southwest toward Boulder, as the video starts.
At the end, note the flowers on the left,...
07-31-23, 07:22 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,115
Posted By Shimagnolo

I based the location on the discussion on the...

I based the location on the discussion on the /r/Boulder r-e-d-d-i-t thread.
They reported it happened in front of the Boulder Cty Fire Training center, so that is where the Streetview image is...
07-31-23, 06:26 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 4,115
Posted By Shimagnolo

4-lane divided highway with wide paved shoulder....

4-lane divided highway with wide paved shoulder. Straight as an arrow.
...
07-24-23, 05:57 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,383
Posted By Shimagnolo

I am currently using 80W-90 gear oil. It is...

I am currently using 80W-90 gear oil.
It is what my Kawasaki's manual specifies, and it works just fine on the bicycles as well.
05-11-23, 03:02 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 362
Posted By Shimagnolo

I've replaced batteries in an Edge 705, and an...

I've replaced batteries in an Edge 705, and an Edge 1000.
It seems like no matter where I look, the available batteries are always the "Cameron Sino" brand.
The good news is they cost about...
05-04-23, 07:52 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,618
Posted By Shimagnolo

I learned the hard way that a cassette needs a...

I learned the hard way that a cassette needs a lot more torque than I thought.
I came home one evening with a loose cassette making a "thunk", every time I resumed pedaling.
So a torque wrench it...
03-30-23, 09:02 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 914
Posted By Shimagnolo

I can assure you that part is steel in the XT...

I can assure you that part is steel in the XT unit.
2 of my bikes have them.
03-29-23, 12:31 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 914
Posted By Shimagnolo

The part the OP is looking for is called the...

The part the OP is looking for is called the "B-Axle Unit".
Here is an eBay posting for the equivalent part for an RD-M772:

https://www.ebay.com/itm/354645698498?hash=item529287e7c2

Now...
03-03-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,358
Posted By Shimagnolo

Finally! Something new in drivetrains! Thanks...

Finally! Something new in drivetrains!
Thanks for the link!:thumb:
02-19-23, 02:05 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 923
Posted By Shimagnolo

Trying to wrap my head around how the 1st & 2nd...

Trying to wrap my head around how the 1st & 2nd gen CVT boxes work, gives me a headache.:foo:
But I want one!:)
01-30-23, 05:35 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,246
Posted By Shimagnolo

Until one day when the response is: "I’m...

Until one day when the response is:

"I’m sorry Dave, I’m afraid I can’t do that."

:lol:
01-28-23, 09:32 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,681
Posted By Shimagnolo

All the wear put on winter shoes, is wear that is...

All the wear put on winter shoes, is wear that is avoided on the summer shoes.
So assuming the price is similar, in the long run, it does not cost anymore to have the winter shoes.

I tried the...
01-07-23, 07:05 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,297
Posted By Shimagnolo

Years ago, when I attempted to install a new stem...

Years ago, when I attempted to install a new stem on a Cannondale M700, i discovered it had a 1.25" stem.
After much searching, I finally found what I needed from a tandem shop.
It is branded...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-01-23, 05:38 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,751
Posted By Shimagnolo

Strava reports: 2,876.0 miles. However, a dying...

Strava reports: 2,876.0 miles.
However, a dying battery in the Edge 1000 caused me to miss the latter parts of some rides until I finally replaced the battery.
11-03-22, 12:45 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,668
Posted By Shimagnolo

I have 4 bikes. 3 of them have been running...

I have 4 bikes.
3 of them have been running Velocity O/C rims for years, on wheels I built myself.
(The 4th one is rarely ridden has has some of them thar store-bought wheels).
I swear by O/C rims.
10-21-22, 12:01 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 8,422
Posted By Shimagnolo

And funniest part is that my ancient post he...

And funniest part is that my ancient post he quoted is so old that I don't even use that method anymore.
I have long since switched to using a double seatpost clamp which accomplishes the same thing...
08-08-22, 06:06 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,051
Posted By Shimagnolo

:rolleyes:

:rolleyes:
Forum: Road Cycling
07-23-22, 03:24 PM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,678
Posted By Shimagnolo

Back in 2012 Clif Bars released a limited...

Back in 2012 Clif Bars released a limited production run of "Panforte" bars.
They were only on the market for a couple months.
Best Clif Bar ever!
When the local grocery had no more, I drove a 20...
07-12-22, 03:24 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,996
Posted By Shimagnolo

I've done both Mt Evans, and Pike Peak on a...

I've done both Mt Evans, and Pike Peak on a motorcycle over the past 2 weeks.
Mt Evans pavement is worse than ever.
I didn't want to do over 25mph on the upper half.
I recommend a full suspension...
05-20-22, 05:15 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 5,716
Posted By Shimagnolo

I just want to know what Dr Mercola and Dr Dre...

I just want to know what Dr Mercola and Dr Dre have to say about it!
Forum: Road Cycling
05-07-22, 06:28 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,463
Posted By Shimagnolo

One pair for summer; One pair for winter.

One pair for summer;
One pair for winter.
05-01-22, 06:33 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,050
Posted By Shimagnolo

I've used Simple Green for years with an...

I've used Simple Green for years with an ultrasonic cleaner, on all kinds of bike parts, (including chains), and I've never had anything crack.
05-01-22, 06:28 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 3,050
Posted By Shimagnolo

Back around 2005 or so, Wippermann had a bad...

Back around 2005 or so, Wippermann had a bad batch of chains with stainless sideplates that cracked like that.
04-26-22, 05:07 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,746
Posted By Shimagnolo

You are correct on CO. Oddly, the state law...

You are correct on CO. Oddly, the state law prohibits doing it, but not modifying the vehicle to enable it.

https://leg.colorado.gov/bills/sb17-278
04-26-22, 12:01 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,746
Posted By Shimagnolo

You woke up this morning , You got yourself a...

You woke up this morning , You got yourself a gun,…
04-26-22, 09:23 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,746
Posted By Shimagnolo

At around 4:00 he talks about coal-rolling: ...

At around 4:00 he talks about coal-rolling:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-VwTemdXec
04-25-22, 04:37 PM
04-25-22, 04:22 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,746
Posted By Shimagnolo

I will believe this when I see proof. I see no...

I will believe this when I see proof.
I see no way that the potato wouldn't just pop out when the pressure starts to build.
04-24-22, 06:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 721
Posted By Shimagnolo

Over the years, I've replaced a number of rims...

Over the years, I've replaced a number of rims with cracks like that.
I always found the crack when cleaning the rim, and never had a catastrophic failure from one.
04-18-22, 08:58 AM
Replies: 298
Views: 19,492
Posted By Shimagnolo

Too bad it didn't arise just one day earlier.:lol:

Too bad it didn't arise just one day earlier.:lol:
04-17-22, 09:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 379
Posted By Shimagnolo

It has been some years back, but I've read horror...

It has been some years back, but I've read horror stories involving cross-border shipments involving a well-known carrier that was not USPS, but shared 3 of the 4 letters in "USPS".

ETA: I just...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-20-22, 11:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 615
Posted By Shimagnolo

The ex-GF's dog used to make that sound: ...

The ex-GF's dog used to make that sound:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yNWTo3O91e8
Forum: Road Cycling
03-19-22, 12:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 992
Posted By Shimagnolo

No kidding! The first massive cut I got was in...

No kidding!
The first massive cut I got was in the sidewall of a nearly new Marathon Supreme, in the sidewall.
Only thing I had for a boot was a piece of old inner tube, which bulged out the side,...
03-15-22, 07:10 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,697
Posted By Shimagnolo

You are still using the old bias-ply gears???:eek:

You are still using the old bias-ply gears???:eek:
03-11-22, 05:33 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,697
Posted By Shimagnolo

Per the article in post #13, braking performance...

Per the article in post #13, braking performance increases by 25% when wet.
03-02-22, 08:15 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 8,238
Posted By Shimagnolo

Since this thread began, I have lost another...

Since this thread began, I have lost another tooth.
The first one was lost to resorption.
This one was lost to a hidden cavity that began below the gum line.
Unfortunately, this one requires a...
02-26-22, 12:19 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 2,557
Posted By Shimagnolo

Hey, I just realized I still have a sealed 4-pack...

Hey, I just realized I still have a sealed 4-pack of those on the shelf in the den under my video screen.
Maybe I should get around to eBay'ing them.
Forum: Commuting
02-23-22, 08:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,147
Posted By Shimagnolo

Dayum! Now why didn't I think of this??? [slaps...

Dayum! Now why didn't I think of this??? [slaps forehead]
I like it!:thumb:
I'm going to do this ASAP.
I think I may even have a couple spare lights on hand.
02-22-22, 12:42 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,135
Posted By Shimagnolo

When copy/paste goes wrong while using CAD...

When copy/paste goes wrong while using CAD equipment.
:roflmao2:
Forum: Road Cycling
01-30-22, 08:13 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,962
Posted By Shimagnolo

I moved to Colorado (Denver area) in 1996. ...

I moved to Colorado (Denver area) in 1996.
Within 2 weeks, I had all 4 tires on 2 bikes flatted by goatheads.:mad:
01-29-22, 07:11 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 5,996
Posted By Shimagnolo

I've done both many times on a motorbike, but...

I've done both many times on a motorbike, but I've only done Mt Evans on a bicycle.
Pikes Peak pavement is excellent.

Mt Evans is horrible, especially in the Summit Lake area.
It has cracks...
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