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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 07:42 PM
Replies: 7,798
Views: 921,447
Posted By sbrudno

As supportive as my wife of 50 years is, she...

As supportive as my wife of 50 years is, she would KILL ME if I brought my bike into the living room!
Yours looks in repose in yours.
Forum: Touring
04-18-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 649
Posted By sbrudno

There is just something so simple that it just...

There is just something so simple that it just makes sense!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-18-24, 02:34 PM
Replies: 7,798
Views: 921,447
Posted By sbrudno

Any idea how that happened?

Any idea how that happened?
Forum: Touring
04-16-24, 07:54 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 594
Posted By sbrudno

I have these extenders (not for holding onto...

I have these extenders (not for holding onto obviously) on two of my bikes for help with keeping the bas away from the cables and to attach additional "stuff" onto the bars (computer, light, bell,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-15-24, 07:16 AM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 664,347
Posted By sbrudno

Like Popeye says: I am what I am.

Like Popeye says: I am what I am.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-12-24, 08:14 AM
Replies: 15,450
Views: 4,072,055
Posted By sbrudno

There are a large number of old Campy parts in my...

There are a large number of old Campy parts in my "back-up bin". I hate seeing them trashed like this but feel for the fellow/gal who fell off the bike to the left (road) side of the highway. There...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-11-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 15,450
Views: 4,072,055
Posted By sbrudno

Interesting mix of upgraded parts. I do not...

Interesting mix of upgraded parts. I do not remember it as a triple crank and certainly not those brake levers, and probably not the same FD and RD. $50! That is impressive.
Forum: Touring
04-09-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 649
Posted By sbrudno

I am a side sleeper and need something with more...

I am a side sleeper and need something with more height than the routine:
https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81ADfqtraJL._AC_SL1500_.jpg...
Forum: Touring
04-09-24, 03:07 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,284
Posted By sbrudno

I wear a balaclava at night, a thin thing that...

I wear a balaclava at night, a thin thing that weighs nothing but works. At least I freeze less...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-09-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 664,347
Posted By sbrudno

As someone who turns 73 next week, I get your...

As someone who turns 73 next week, I get your issue. However, there are road bikes and there are road bikes. I have a venerable 1979 Motobecane Super Mirage that I have converted into a touring...
Forum: Touring
04-08-24, 08:38 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 990
Posted By sbrudno

For a beginner-to-intermediate, the Bike Touring:...

For a beginner-to-intermediate, the Bike Touring: The Sierra Club Guide to Travel on Two Wheels is a great start. I was puzzled by the ratings on Amazon which thought the book was too basic. It is...
Forum: Touring
04-08-24, 07:13 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,254
Posted By sbrudno

Have a couple of pairs of clipless shoes that...

Have a couple of pairs of clipless shoes that were used for road riding. I have turned more to trails and touring recently and I just stop more often which I really find a bother with clipless. ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 07:34 AM
Replies: 7,798
Views: 921,447
Posted By sbrudno

Wrong BB spindle?

Wrong BB spindle?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-06-24, 06:41 PM
Replies: 7,798
Views: 921,447
Posted By sbrudno

Yeh, I have noticed that the wind has been a bit...

Yeh, I have noticed that the wind has been a bit more brisk on the Eastern seaboard of the US in the past month. I have ordered a 24 tooth small inner triple front down from a 28 on a 74 CDB crank...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 06:59 PM
Replies: 7,798
Views: 921,447
Posted By sbrudno

Great job! Just noted that you have rear and...

Great job! Just noted that you have rear and front facing rear reflectors. Any particular reason why? I might change my approach if the answer stimulates some neurons...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 12:25 PM
Replies: 15,450
Views: 4,072,055
Posted By sbrudno

Your local coop is not likely to have the parts...

Your local coop is not likely to have the parts specifically for your bike. eBay may not be the most reliable place to find a bike part but they often have parts that you cannot find elsewhere. But...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 117,510
Posted By sbrudno

I had to laugh at the scramble of numbers on the...

I had to laugh at the scramble of numbers on the bottom bracket. No wonder we have such a tricky time knowing the production dates of Motos! Beautiful frame never-the-less.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-25-24, 10:22 AM
Replies: 15,450
Views: 4,072,055
Posted By sbrudno

jemaleddin...

jemaleddin (https://www.bikeforums.net/members/jemaleddin-575033.html) There was a triple Motobecane crank set on eBay just recently. And a moderately good price for that rare a part. I have messed...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 07:43 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 117,510
Posted By sbrudno

I have three Motobecanes: 1976 Grand Record...

I have three Motobecanes: 1976 Grand Record (bought new by me), 1979 Super Mirage (put together from parts but now a 18 speeds touring bike) and unknown year SprinTour road bike. Although in ridable...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-24, 07:13 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 19,319
Posted By sbrudno

I stand corrected.

I stand corrected.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-11-24, 08:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 19,319
Posted By sbrudno

Just finished refurbishing a Motobecane...

Just finished refurbishing a Motobecane Sprintour, a rather lower of the line bike originally. I like the ride; kind of softer than my Grand Record and Super Mirage. With the higher end components...
Forum: Touring
03-11-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,666
Posted By sbrudno

You're a better man than I am, Gunga Din. I...

You're a better man than I am, Gunga Din.
I would have been panicked if my tires wore that much, not to mention the loss of traction...
Forum: Touring
03-11-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 904
Posted By sbrudno

I kind of agree. I don't camp much in the rain...

I kind of agree. I don't camp much in the rain so the tarp is for protecting my tent and allowing for stuff I want to leave outside to have someplace to rest and air out (shoes, sometimes shorts,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-24-24, 02:30 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 664,347
Posted By sbrudno

Kendas and Marathons are both good choices. You...

Kendas and Marathons are both good choices. You might do a couple of longer rides on relatively flat surfaces to see how you feel. It is easy to get 10 miles up the canal road only to realize that...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,484
Posted By sbrudno

BTW, I did upgrade a Motobecane Super Mirage (I...

BTW, I did upgrade a Motobecane Super Mirage (I like Motos) with triple front and lower gears for the RD. LOTS of modifications required to get this setup. You will NEED WATER BOTTLES more than you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,484
Posted By sbrudno

I road a '76 Motobecane Grand Record through...

I road a '76 Motobecane Grand Record through Northern Virginia, along the C&O canal to Shepherdstown, WV, to Front Royal then along the Skyline Drive. Basic bags, slept once in a campground. Four...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-23-24, 02:19 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 664,347
Posted By sbrudno

Poolesville is a sleepy town with not much for...

Poolesville is a sleepy town with not much for tourists but it lies in the foothills and has lovely countryside. Downtown there is an elementary school across the road from the tractor factory.
You...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-22-24, 10:01 AM
Replies: 7,798
Views: 921,447
Posted By sbrudno

Anyone know where I can get 19 inch Zefal toe...

Anyone know where I can get 19 inch Zefal toe straps? My wide feet with large toe box shoes are to big for the standard length.
Thanks
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 770
Posted By sbrudno

My sub-specialty was (retired) neonatology, the...

My sub-specialty was (retired) neonatology, the care for sick newborn infants. I guess, since most of my research endeavors dealt with lung problems, I was sub-sub-specialized.
My orthopedics group...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-18-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 664,347
Posted By sbrudno

Welcome MarylandUSA. Looking forward to the...

Welcome MarylandUSA. Looking forward to the link. Welcome aboard; you won't be disappointed, if not sometimes a little lost with all the content...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 770
Posted By sbrudno

WOW! I am a physician and have watched the...

WOW! I am a physician and have watched the medical field get increasingly sub-sub-specialized. This is a perfect example why...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-18-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 770
Posted By sbrudno

Two words from someone who has suffered the same...

Two words from someone who has suffered the same fate:
1. Rehab consistently and with instructions from a PT specialist, hopefully with some sports medicine experience
2. BE PATIENT! A serious...
Forum: Touring
02-12-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,199
Posted By sbrudno

I have a 5 ounce cover for the bike and the bags...

I have a 5 ounce cover for the bike and the bags that combats the rain rather well. Well worth the relatively inexpensive cost. My "tent" is a single person sort of bivy framed deal that has plenty...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-24, 06:05 PM
Replies: 7,798
Views: 921,447
Posted By sbrudno

No, they looked EXACTLTY the same except for the...

No, they looked EXACTLTY the same except for the age. I lubed the spring but otherwise they were identical...
Good luck!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-24, 08:20 AM
Replies: 7,798
Views: 921,447
Posted By sbrudno

I had the same problem but it was solved by...

I had the same problem but it was solved by replacing the FD with the exact same one and, for unknown reasons, it worked...
I am also in favor of a slightly higher clearance, 4 mm seems about right.
Forum: Touring
01-28-24, 11:21 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,199
Posted By sbrudno

My experience is that Craig's List is overpriced....

My experience is that Craig's List is overpriced. Facebook is better if you want to purchase local (best if you want to see the bike or equipment you want to buy) and eBay if you don't mind paying...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-25-24, 02:58 PM
Replies: 15,450
Views: 4,072,055
Posted By sbrudno

Now THAT is a project! It never ceases to amaze...

Now THAT is a project! It never ceases to amaze what folks (who do not have a love for the art) with throw away!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-24-24, 06:23 PM
Replies: 3,858
Sticky 65-85+ Thread
Views: 664,347
Posted By sbrudno

In 1976, while a medical student on the OBGYN...

In 1976, while a medical student on the OBGYN rotation in Augusta, GA and on my way to the hospital, a pickup truck (actually the driver) decided that I was a hippie (breard and shorts) and side...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-22-24, 07:47 PM
Replies: 7,798
Views: 921,447
Posted By sbrudno

It is always good to learn a task by just diving...

It is always good to learn a task by just diving in and getting your hands dirty. Below is a Roadmaster steel mountain bike that I got off eBay for $20 (probably overpaid). I only used parts that...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-11-24, 04:48 PM
Replies: 15,450
Views: 4,072,055
Posted By sbrudno

Good catch!

Good catch!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-11-24, 03:45 PM
Replies: 15,450
Views: 4,072,055
Posted By sbrudno

How large is that thing. Judging by the ground...

How large is that thing. Judging by the ground around it, pretty big!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-04-24, 09:02 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,771
Posted By sbrudno

That seems like a great deal of work and we...

That seems like a great deal of work and we really do not have much sun these days but I will save next week to give it a whirl.
Photos:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-03-24, 03:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,771
Posted By sbrudno

I have come to this thread about 3 1/2 years too...

I have come to this thread about 3 1/2 years too late but perhaps someone will chime in. I was going through a couple of old boxes from a move 23 years ago and found my "lost" Ideal saddle that I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-02-24, 09:29 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,885
Posted By sbrudno

Ideal. Ironically, I had just taken the saddle...

Ideal. Ironically, I had just taken the saddle off before the theft for leather treatment, temporarily swapping on a very inferior seat. I still have that saddle!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-01-24, 07:16 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,885
Posted By sbrudno

Then again the bike I miss from the recent post...

Then again the bike I miss from the recent post was a wonderful friend and a piece of art, IMHO. Some things cannot be replaced but still missed. I knew every scratch and every quirk of every part...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-01-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 3,885
Posted By sbrudno

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1011x1339/scan_20231229_5599271d359e072acb3c3280164c7954feb8aeff.jpg
Sorry there is not more of the bike to show but this is all I have to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-29-23, 01:48 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,251
Posted By sbrudno

I had a similar problem and could not locate it...

I had a similar problem and could not locate it to any specific spot until I stripped all the hardware off the frame and stressed the two triangles that make up the before and after seat tube. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-29-23, 01:40 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 10,395
Posted By sbrudno

I have used my trainer for years and have been...

I have used my trainer for years and have been happy with 90% of repairs, excepting headset.
Forum: Touring
12-17-23, 10:54 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,439
Posted By sbrudno

I had ridden a bike since a kid in the 1950s but...

I had ridden a bike since a kid in the 1950s but did not do a tour until I was a fellow in pediatrics in Washington, DC in 1982. I rode from Georgetown up the C&O canal to Shepherdstown, WV to Front...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-23, 10:47 AM
Replies: 15,450
Views: 4,072,055
Posted By sbrudno

Looks like it has spent way too much time out in...

Looks like it has spent way too much time out in the rain!
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