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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-29-21, 07:10 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 7,015
Posted By BianchisOnly

If your're going to do that, why not just pair...

If your're going to do that, why not just pair the BT with your regular phone in your jersey pocket or bag attached to your bike? Unless the goal is to not carry your phone on a ride at all, in...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-29-21, 06:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,091
Posted By BianchisOnly

After a few years with the 520 I went through the...

After a few years with the 520 I went through the touchscreen debate and talked myself into the 830. Over the last two years I've had zero (that I can recall) issues with screen sensitivity, even...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-29-21, 06:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,447
Posted By BianchisOnly

Or by button on the unit itself, but you're right...

Or by button on the unit itself, but you're right - they are NOT motion activated. They ARE motion sensitive and flash faster/brighter as a car approaches. But really, unless you use the radar with...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
07-29-21, 06:39 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,763
Posted By BianchisOnly

We've gotten a bit off the OP's question, but I...

We've gotten a bit off the OP's question, but I really don't have any tips. I did try placing the radar track on the left side of my 830 but found it hid street names while navigating so I put it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-21, 09:39 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,081
Posted By BianchisOnly

I 'm kind of surprised the bike shop doesn't know...

I 'm kind of surprised the bike shop doesn't know how to remove this. You need a Pin Spanner (https://www.parktool.com/product/pin-spanner-green-spa-1) to remove the remove the adjustable cup.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-20-21, 08:09 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 19,532
Posted By BianchisOnly

I agree - we have a 70+ member in our group, was...

I agree - we have a 70+ member in our group, was a lifelong smoker until he almost died, then took up cycling. His lungs are permantly compromised, and as he's aged, he's slowed down to where his...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-19-21, 08:49 PM
Replies: 27,131
Views: 3,120,964
Posted By BianchisOnly

San (Jose) to San (Francisco) to San (Jose)

Our club did our annual ride from the Almaden Valley in San Jose up to Fisherman's Wharf in San Francisco (~68 miles, 1700') on a gorgeous Saturday. Really couldn't have asked for better weather. ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-07-21, 08:28 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 5,921
Posted By BianchisOnly

Surprised no one mentioned CO2 cartridges. Along...

Surprised no one mentioned CO2 cartridges. Along with the tubes, of course!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-03-21, 10:34 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,415
Posted By BianchisOnly

1985 Centenario

This is about as gorgeous as they come! 1985 centenario, serial # 636 of 1500 made, I’m the second owner. A good friend bought this new and never rode it, instead hanging it as a piece of art in his...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-21, 11:27 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,415
Posted By BianchisOnly

1988 Super Leggera

My third Bianchi, I bought this one new from Helen's Bikes in Santa Monica. This was my primary ride until 2019, when I bought a used Infinito CV. BB Shell is stamped 1.9 on the non-drive side and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-01-21, 10:30 PM
Replies: 1,411
Views: 494,415
Posted By BianchisOnly

1983 Nuova Racing

Bought new from George Slough when he had his shop back on Oakland Road in San Jose, CA. Replaced my Bianchi Randonneur which was stolen from in front of the original Recycled Books on Santa Clara...
Forum: Commuting
07-01-21, 05:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,358
Posted By BianchisOnly

Have you tried this out yet? I was wondering if...

Have you tried this out yet? I was wondering if you feel like you're bumping it with the backs of your legs since it sits right up against the seatpost...
Forum: Commuting
07-01-21, 05:52 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 4,693
Posted By BianchisOnly

Ha, I have spares for my spares! Seriously, my...

Ha, I have spares for my spares! Seriously, my problem is that each bike have requires a different wheel. I have a classic 6sp bike with three spare sets (one Campy tubular that I inherited but...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-30-21, 09:34 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 8,174
Posted By BianchisOnly

6' even, between 185 and 190 - I've given up on...

6' even, between 185 and 190 - I've given up on anything other than XL (except Castelli, which I would probably need a 2x or 3x!). Way back in the 80's I had some jersey's from Vigorelli (Second...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-30-21, 07:20 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,801
Posted By BianchisOnly

Afghanistan 2011-2012: [/QUOTE] Ha, forgot...

Afghanistan 2011-2012:
[/QUOTE]
Ha, forgot about that! Did that too. 2009-2010, "commuted" from the hooch to the "office" for the better part of a year on a pretty crappy bike checked out from...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-30-21, 12:54 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 4,239
Posted By BianchisOnly

This. Then throw the cap in the wash with...

This. Then throw the cap in the wash with everything else (including snotted up gloves, my nose NEVER stops dripping, dang it). Helmet into the shower for a rinse after the ride.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-30-21, 12:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 810
Posted By BianchisOnly

And now the ad has been deleted. Darn, I didn't...

And now the ad has been deleted. Darn, I didn't get a chance to check it out!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-21, 06:39 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,801
Posted By BianchisOnly

Riding IN a distant place: Lived in California,...

Riding IN a distant place: Lived in California, biked around Scotland (Loch Ness is my favorite memory). 2nd place is Haleakala though the bikes were a disappointment in terms of gearing...
Riding...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-21, 06:28 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 19,532
Posted By BianchisOnly

Yeah, I can see that as well. My wife is...

Yeah, I can see that as well. My wife is likewise not fully comfortable riding on streets with cars - though she's gotten much better about it, I still have to "remind" my wife that sidewalks are...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-21, 06:21 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,429
Posted By BianchisOnly

Similar - the local group I ride with is...

Similar - the local group I ride with is predominantly older (I'm the "baby" at 58) but lately we've been attracting some younger riders - sons, neighbors, etc. One of two things happen - they ride...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-21, 06:13 PM
Replies: 321
Views: 19,532
Posted By BianchisOnly

I'm in the exact same situation - I have no...

I'm in the exact same situation - I have no (real) interest in an e-bike for myself, but got one for my wife as a Christmas present and it's been great for getting us out and riding together. Plus...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-21, 06:04 PM
Replies: 1,914
Views: 513,503
Posted By BianchisOnly

Please tell us your age. Just shy of 58 1....

Please tell us your age.
Just shy of 58
1. What type of bikes do 50+ folks ride?.
Varies between vintage 80's Italian steel and late model CF road
2. Do you take any special...
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