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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-16-24, 06:21 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 660
Posted By TiHabanero

FWIW, my son's BB30 has never NOT creaked. Just...

FWIW, my son's BB30 has never NOT creaked. Just the way they are. Alloy frame like yours.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-24, 06:13 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,060
Posted By TiHabanero

I live in Michigan, about half way up the coast...

I live in Michigan, about half way up the coast and have always used Phil Wood Oil in my freewheels and cassette bodies. Commuted for 20 years in all weather year round and never had any trouble with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-12-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 3,250
Posted By TiHabanero

Not doubtful at all, it is a reality as I have...

Not doubtful at all, it is a reality as I have done a rear tube change in 3 minutes flat. Yes, my buddy timed me. I wasn't rushing, but simply knew what I was doing as I have changed thousands of...
Forum: Touring
05-08-24, 06:33 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,778
Posted By TiHabanero

RH Clark, if I eat a protein concentrated diet I...

RH Clark, if I eat a protein concentrated diet I am able to go longer on the bike before needing to refuel. If I introduce sugar in the form of soda's or candy into the diet I run out of energy on...
Forum: Touring
05-07-24, 11:57 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 1,778
Posted By TiHabanero

This is a very timely subject matter as I am now...

This is a very timely subject matter as I am now fighting with the type of caloric intake and the energy it produces in my body. Thanks for starting this discussion!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-24, 04:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 327
Posted By TiHabanero

When I commuted year round I made a mud flap for...

When I commuted year round I made a mud flap for the front fender out of a sheet of foam that was used to line a back pack. It hung 1-1/4 inch from the ground and was 2 inches wider than the fender...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 766
Posted By TiHabanero

I looked at the pedal drawing in the link OP...

I looked at the pedal drawing in the link OP provided and don't understand all this talk about preloading the bearings. Not needed. As for the wording of the instructions the OP also provided, I have...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-24, 06:16 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,566
Posted By TiHabanero

Shelbyfv, I am with you on this. The bike fit, as...

Shelbyfv, I am with you on this. The bike fit, as described, is way off and should be sold off as it is the wrong fitment for the rider. Nothing rides sweeter than a bike that fits properly. You can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-27-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 9,836
Posted By TiHabanero

Yeah, that happens to me once in a while with the...

Yeah, that happens to me once in a while with the Leyzne floor pump I have. If I remove the head from the valve and re-seat it a couple of times it then pumps as it should. Seems the pump head is on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 03:41 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,270
Posted By TiHabanero

I second the nomination for fig bars. Raced 10...

I second the nomination for fig bars. Raced 10 years using them. Worked very well.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 457
Posted By TiHabanero

Nice retrofit. Real nice job on the slotting of...

Nice retrofit. Real nice job on the slotting of the mount holes. Amazing that the stand is still in use and not resting in a dump somewhere. Our shop sold one of those stands back then and that was...
Forum: Touring
04-21-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,171
Posted By TiHabanero

Tourist In MSN, I appreciate your observation....

Tourist In MSN, I appreciate your observation. Indeed there is a typo as I was intending to reference each 64oz bottle, not the pair in total.
As an aside, I had originally intended the cages...
Forum: Touring
04-21-24, 08:18 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,171
Posted By TiHabanero

I made cages to hold two 64oz (about 1L) bottles...

I made cages to hold two 64oz (about 1L) bottles and a 20oz bottle inside the main triangle. Also have a 24oz bottle in a cage mounted under the down tube for a total of 172oz mounted to the frame. I...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,101
Posted By TiHabanero

I have used the Suntour Barcons for decades and I...

I have used the Suntour Barcons for decades and I had one instance when a shift cable needed replacement and I was unable to get the new cable started through the housing and had to unwrap the bar...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-24, 07:32 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 535
Posted By TiHabanero

My guess is a chain ring tooth profile problem as...

My guess is a chain ring tooth profile problem as in worn teeth all the way around. Replace ring and see what happens.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-24, 05:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 594
Posted By TiHabanero

I have found that frame geometry is not that...

I have found that frame geometry is not that sensitive to minor changes. 2-3mm rake is a minor change, 2-3mm is a minor change.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 03:46 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 543
Posted By TiHabanero

ScottCommutes, I have been in some very poor...

ScottCommutes, I have been in some very poor places on this earth and I can assure you a slashed tire can indeed be repaired. I have seen it on autos and motorcycles, and probably didn't notice it on...
Forum: Touring
04-15-24, 04:51 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,148
Posted By TiHabanero

I make a ton of stuff myself as I find it...

I make a ton of stuff myself as I find it interesting and challenging at times. My view is that anything can be a DIY project. The individual is only limited by the scope of the project and how it...
Forum: Touring
04-15-24, 04:40 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 856
Posted By TiHabanero

I have used the Dyad (mine are the Aeroheat which...

I have used the Dyad (mine are the Aeroheat which is the original name used) rims for many years without issues for weekend bevets and commuting. I also have a newly built set of Cliffhangers for my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 543
Posted By TiHabanero

Way back when I had a customer pay one of his...

Way back when I had a customer pay one of his employees to fix a broken wire on the cadence sensor mounted to his tandem. Each strand had to be soldered together. Not sure why, however it took the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-24, 03:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 448
Posted By TiHabanero

This is a joke, no?

This is a joke, no?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 06:07 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 3,012
Posted By TiHabanero

My daily rider is titanium and the ride is very...

My daily rider is titanium and the ride is very good, much like a sweet steel frame, but a little nicer. The Croll is a nice visual, much nicer than the Merlin. The ride is likely a bit rougher than...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-24, 09:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 714
Posted By TiHabanero

I just had eye surgery and I am unable to clearly...

I just had eye surgery and I am unable to clearly see the images of the bike, however from what I think I see this bike is the second generation of the AT frames, the ATX series. I could be wrong,...
Forum: Pills and Ills
04-10-24, 04:19 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 843
Posted By TiHabanero

My wife brought home gummies from the massage...

My wife brought home gummies from the massage therapist place. She was told to use them to help anxiety related sleep issues. Having no experience with pot, I ate a whole gummy before bed and was up...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-24, 03:25 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 341
Posted By TiHabanero

I wonder, as pointed out in a previous post, if...

I wonder, as pointed out in a previous post, if the cables are installed correctly.
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-24, 03:21 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 714
Posted By TiHabanero

At that time the A950 was a good quality frame...

At that time the A950 was a good quality frame made from double butted chrome moly. It is very similar to the Specialized Rockhopper of that era, likely due to Giant being the manufacturer of said...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 05:28 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 288
Posted By TiHabanero

I have always used the park tool disc tool that...

I have always used the park tool disc tool that is shaped like a wedge. Leave old pads in and use the wedge like tool to spread the pads which is the same as pushing the pucks back into caliper body.
Forum: Touring
04-08-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,309
Posted By TiHabanero

Thank you all for the valuable input. Seems 77-80...

Thank you all for the valuable input. Seems 77-80 lbs is not overboard after all. Back in the 70's when touring we never weighed our machines and I don't know why I made such a big deal out of it. I...
Forum: Touring
04-07-24, 03:55 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,309
Posted By TiHabanero

Total rig weight with or without water/food?

Getting close to finalizing the set up on a touring bike to be used as a go anywhere rig. When weighing the final assembly is it common practice to weigh the machine with all the water and food...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-24, 03:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 404
Posted By TiHabanero

April Fools jokes are not funny anymore, just too...

April Fools jokes are not funny anymore, just too common now. On another note, back in the 70's we did car rallies that were timed courses where the winner was the driver that was closest to adhering...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-24, 07:36 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 599
Posted By TiHabanero

"You can order almost the entire menu at Taco...

"You can order almost the entire menu at Taco Bell for $20. Of course, you’ll need money for Pepto afterwards."
Hence the nickname "Taco Hell".
Forum: Road Cycling
04-06-24, 05:46 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,561
Posted By TiHabanero

When clipping in on the SPD-SL I don't use the...

When clipping in on the SPD-SL I don't use the toe of my shoe, rather I use the cleat itself by catching the front of the pedal to push it over and then just press until it catches.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 03:54 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 749
Posted By TiHabanero

Year and a half ago I was in the throes of...

Year and a half ago I was in the throes of plantars fasciitis and my wife showed me how she keeps hers in check. Stretching the calf muscles. Well, that was not enough for me and I added massaging...
Forum: Touring
04-03-24, 06:22 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 797
Posted By TiHabanero

Yan, does the unit understand one is traveling by...

Yan, does the unit understand one is traveling by bicycle and route accordingly, or does it route the person as if they were in a car?
Forum: Touring
04-02-24, 04:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 797
Posted By TiHabanero

Slightly off topic, please redirect if needed. It...

Slightly off topic, please redirect if needed. It looks like these GPS units only work from scouted downloaded maps, they don't work like the map on a phone where I simply enter start and stop points...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 879
Posted By TiHabanero

This is the real danger of the internet being...

This is the real danger of the internet being played out right in front of us. None of us have knowledge of Salvadorian labor law or contract law, all we have is some minimal information, but no...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,194
Posted By TiHabanero

In our shop we saw plenty of Rock Bros pedals...

In our shop we saw plenty of Rock Bros pedals come through with bushing failure or body failure. They are not at all suited for mountain biking as they are not sturdy enough for that use. For...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-24, 03:54 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,959
Posted By TiHabanero

"Viagra bike", oh I like that!

"Viagra bike", oh I like that!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 04:05 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 501
Posted By TiHabanero

Andy, I work for free from my home after spending...

Andy, I work for free from my home after spending decades in the bike biz. The reason is that I fear when I start to charge a fee for a service I am then liable for that service and any mishap...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 03:58 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,043
Posted By TiHabanero

There is an old mechanics axiom that states,...

There is an old mechanics axiom that states, "Grease before insertion." I guess that applies here. Something so simple, yet so often overlooked in the effort to get it on provides a deep frustration...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-24, 06:23 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 751
Posted By TiHabanero

Have you considered a comfort bike? Upright and...

Have you considered a comfort bike? Upright and usually with low gearing. I turned my old mountain bike into a cruiser simply by changing the saddle to a Cloud 9 and the handlebar to a cruiser bar...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-24, 11:51 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 593
Posted By TiHabanero

My understanding is the early production of their...

My understanding is the early production of their hubs had some issues. I knew a guy that deconstructed a few of their hubs and found the issue to be a tolerance problem. He turned new flanges and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-24, 05:51 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,002
Posted By TiHabanero

I have been running the 350 hub set for 5 years...

I have been running the 350 hub set for 5 years now. I weigh in at 235 pounds and did not want an aluminum axle thus the 350 hubs were the correct option. I use the wheel set on two bikes alternating...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-17-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,660
Posted By TiHabanero

I have a sweet old Rhode Gear fanny pack that...

I have a sweet old Rhode Gear fanny pack that holds a whole heck of a lot of stuff. The main compartment easily holds a lunch, the top compartment expands and can easily hold a shirt, and then there...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-16-24, 12:18 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,275
Posted By TiHabanero

Rydabent, you point out an important detail about...

Rydabent, you point out an important detail about e-bikes that most of us don't think about, leg strength and general conditioning of the lower body and back. My brother's wife bought an e-bike from...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-24, 05:24 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 870
Posted By TiHabanero

The Miyata 1000 is able to handle a 700x38mm tire...

The Miyata 1000 is able to handle a 700x38mm tire whereas the Fuji used the limited tire selection of 27x1-1/4. Real big difference. I also found the Miyata handled better when loaded with gear. It...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-15-24, 06:30 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 870
Posted By TiHabanero

Our shop was a Miyata and Fuji dealer back then...

Our shop was a Miyata and Fuji dealer back then and in 86 I struggled with getting a Miyata 1000 or the Fuji Touring Series V. I picked the Fuji based on the looks and the spare spoke holder.
Long...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-24, 06:40 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,199
Posted By TiHabanero

I used the same Look Delta pedals from 1986 to...

I used the same Look Delta pedals from 1986 to 2018 and had only one complaint, they creaked. The interface between the pedal and cleat creaked and I had to lube them before every ride. Finally in...
Forum: Touring
03-07-24, 06:14 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,274
Posted By TiHabanero

Cyclomath, thanks for the visual as it clearly...

Cyclomath, thanks for the visual as it clearly explains things. Never thought about using the foot print as a work mat as well. Good thinking. I now know what I am going to do.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-07-24, 05:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 609
Posted By TiHabanero

All the years I was in the industry never had I...

All the years I was in the industry never had I heard of someone going after Giant for intellectual property theft. Please tell us more about this. Any lawsuit info?

As for the bikes, the Giant...
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