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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-24, 09:51 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,317
Posted By streetsurfer

...your cable isn't seated in the ferrule...

...your cable isn't seated in the ferrule properly. Your shifting will go away when it releases
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-24, 06:14 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,108
Posted By streetsurfer

Stomp on the ground a few paces as you walk into...

Stomp on the ground a few paces as you walk into any questionable area. They'll feel it and will move along away from it. This has worked for me with snakes, and for skunks as well.
I carried a bear...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-24, 11:39 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,108
Posted By streetsurfer

I stayed in Florida for a year and some. I was...

I stayed in Florida for a year and some. I was told to watch for pygmy rattlers when trimming shrubs and cleaning beds out. I'd seen a long black snake crossing the drive before. One evening after...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-03-24, 06:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 302
Posted By streetsurfer

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

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 938
Posted By streetsurfer

Whipped with waxed hemp. ...

Whipped with waxed hemp.
https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/image_4d596274f6f671c1f83f33698d61c17c33763b88.jpg

I have Silicone Bands...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,264
Posted By streetsurfer

The bright paisley bandana. doo-rag pant...

The bright paisley bandana.

doo-rag
pant cuff tie
bandage
parcel wrap/tie
snot-locker
conspicuity piece
sweat wiper/wash rag
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 11:50 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 640
Posted By streetsurfer

Usually there is a fastener on the back/inboard...

Usually there is a fastener on the back/inboard side of the caliper to adjust the gap between the inboard pad and the disc. Set that first, then the outboard pad.
This should reduce the flexing...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-24, 11:34 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 362
Posted By streetsurfer

Fluid Film aircraft operated within a...

Fluid Film

aircraft operated within a certain distance from coastal waters require a
different level
of maintenance. Stands to reason bikes could benefit too.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-25-24, 08:13 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,195
Posted By streetsurfer

...stratification

...stratification
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-24, 06:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,195
Posted By streetsurfer

Most soaps have fragrance, which I can't...

Most soaps have fragrance, which I can't tolerate. I get instant migraines from the solvents in fragrance. Then it also dries my skin to shave with soaps.
no shaving creme. sometimes a hair...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-24, 03:44 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 272
Posted By streetsurfer

Very Sharp! Good find!

Very Sharp! Good find!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-24, 09:55 AM
Replies: 8,786
Views: 1,100,486
Posted By streetsurfer

haha, my bad. I thought you meant the tamiya...

haha, my bad. I thought you meant the tamiya masking tape.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-24, 09:05 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 385
Posted By streetsurfer

I'd probably open a pair of needle nose pliers...

I'd probably open a pair of needle nose pliers with the tips set into two opposing facets, and unwind it.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-23-24, 08:04 AM
Replies: 8,786
Views: 1,100,486
Posted By streetsurfer

Encouraging, thank you!

Encouraging, thank you!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-23-24, 08:03 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,195
Posted By streetsurfer

Head shaver only. I do well by rubbing in hemp...

Head shaver only. I do well by rubbing in hemp oil or coconut oil an half hour before the shave. And shave with the same as the lubricant/shave cream.

...you can also use an aloe based shave...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 09:17 PM
Replies: 8,786
Views: 1,100,486
Posted By streetsurfer

I may be replacing a fork with chrome 'socks' (is...

I may be replacing a fork with chrome 'socks' (is it?), and it may need painting, if a match isn't found. As well, I have a badly scraped top of a top tube to address on another, while the rest is in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 8,786
Views: 1,100,486
Posted By streetsurfer

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_8110_c35eb6e45814ae82d8e48db39301f59de319e046.jpeg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 06:24 PM
Replies: 8,786
Views: 1,100,486
Posted By streetsurfer

MKS Quarter Clips. ...

MKS Quarter Clips.

https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/image_89c562d72fd2b50a33033c066f08f8ba1ce76e48.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 968
Posted By streetsurfer

Residual Citrus oils from soaps, or consumption...

Residual Citrus oils from soaps, or consumption of buckwheat, and some other things can cause skin to be more reactive to sun exposure.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 12:19 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 968
Posted By streetsurfer

I just laugh when I go in with a symptom...

I just laugh when I go in with a symptom described in layman's terms, and they come back with what means the very same, but in latin, as the dx.

are they whealed up any? I'm guessing not though,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 320
Posted By streetsurfer

I have seen mention, probably somewhere here,...

I have seen mention, probably somewhere here, that a rear facing rear lever could be tapped and dislodged by an unscrupulous rider from behind. Don't know the truth to it...if it can happen without...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-22-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 990
Posted By streetsurfer

That's a great color!

That's a great color!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-21-24, 08:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 576
Posted By streetsurfer

Sounds like a good place for the Zoom Spout Oiler.

Sounds like a good place for the Zoom Spout Oiler.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-21-24, 01:24 AM
Replies: 8,786
Views: 1,100,486
Posted By streetsurfer

good morning zookster and thank you. I'd had dual...

good morning zookster and thank you. I'd had dual headlamps on it and used this to bring them above the front bag, and bump them less in a top and nearer to center hand position.

Click Here...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 08:29 PM
Replies: 8,786
Views: 1,100,486
Posted By streetsurfer

A new bell. Rock Brothers. ...

A new bell. Rock Brothers.

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_8070_bf38b54e9dc06dc229939e29dbca21cd55f5f02e.jpeg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 07:07 PM
Replies: 8,786
Views: 1,100,486
Posted By streetsurfer

thanks for the great ideas! Noted. I also...

thanks for the great ideas! Noted. I also considered cutting an old spent hub, and adding a freewheel, maybe making it also a desktop fidget device(lol), using short spokes on a made shade, but I do...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 8,786
Views: 1,100,486
Posted By streetsurfer

Great! Glad she got one. I don't figure on...

Great! Glad she got one. I don't figure on disfiguring it any. I thought it may be desirable, and if the lamp idea doesn't pan out, someone else might could use for the better purpose of a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,958
Posted By streetsurfer

I've purposely checked for this. Mine is not...

I've purposely checked for this. Mine is not related to bp. In fact I had it at 116/54
53 pulse.

aspirin is one source of mine but I get it without aspirin lately. I've noticed it more with sinus...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,958
Posted By streetsurfer

I've been using a set of bossa. They help while...

I've been using a set of bossa. They help while worn but I don't like the delay in the hearing aid aspect of them.

I don't want to retrain my brain to accept that. My hearing is fine. I avoid...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-19-24, 11:56 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 281
Posted By streetsurfer

Start with washing it and see how much comes off....

Start with washing it and see how much comes off. Then nevr-dul will shine up good surfaces satisfactorily.

There are likely hundreds of ways to clean it up. Use the simpler products first. Soap...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 8,786
Views: 1,100,486
Posted By streetsurfer

Might become a table lamp base

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-17-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,070
Posted By streetsurfer

I have two MountainSmith bags. The smaller would...

I have two MountainSmith bags. The smaller would work well for this. It was my daily carry for almost thirty years of trucking.

I haven't carried it on bike (that I recall), but am encouraged to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-17-24, 07:27 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 4,147
Posted By streetsurfer

Most of these folks aren't othering you for you...

Most of these folks aren't othering you for you choice of locomotion. I haven't noticed anyone mention that.

They are showing their disgust at your constant othering.
Forum: Northern California
03-16-24, 08:53 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,010
Posted By streetsurfer

Was driving by a forest preserve trail and saw...

Was driving by a forest preserve trail
and saw two bikes heading one way, and one going the other ridden by an elderly gentlemen. The two were a young adult and child.

...at the last moment they...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-16-24, 08:11 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 990
Posted By streetsurfer

Edited. Had the names mixed Hello Velosophy ...

Edited. Had the names mixed

Hello Velosophy

& Hello Juvela

I'm going to stay tuned, having a '73 International and a '74 Competition.
'73 seems stock but '74 may have a couple updates....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-24, 07:16 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 4,147
Posted By streetsurfer

wow...that's a lot of othering on his part.

wow...that's a lot of othering on his part.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-24, 07:06 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 4,278
Posted By streetsurfer

Bauer Sunflower (or Kansas Cycle & Supply?) ...

Bauer
Sunflower (or Kansas Cycle & Supply?)
Trojan

I missed these if they were mentioned.

...
Forum: Pills and Ills
03-14-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 560
Posted By streetsurfer

Magnesium Sweet Potatoes

Magnesium

Sweet Potatoes
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-13-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 320
Posted By streetsurfer

Thank you, sir. It would fit in with some of my...

Thank you, sir. It would fit in with some of my riding.
Not a commuter or regular rain rider.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-13-24, 08:33 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 320
Posted By streetsurfer

I'm happy to hear these good reports. I had...

I'm happy to hear these good reports.

I had considered getting one. I had one other single I gifted out and miss it. A transit weaver.

I may look at the retrospec again after I unload a...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-13-24, 06:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 527
Posted By streetsurfer

Did you check that the cage is oriented correctly...

Did you check that the cage is oriented correctly and not upside down in there?

Other than that, I will leave it to the pros.

good looking bike!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-12-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 8,786
Views: 1,100,486
Posted By streetsurfer

Brakes, Levers, and Acorns. ...

Brakes, Levers, and Acorns. https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/image_29edcc035d406c26d76f96db23c119a41f6605a7.jpg...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-12-24, 01:35 PM
Replies: 118
Views: 7,471
Posted By streetsurfer

...thought you were going to say it went through...

...thought you were going to say it went through a wheel and flipped you, like in Breaking Away.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-24, 04:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 427
Posted By streetsurfer

I suppose it doesn't carry a lot. I've got two...

I suppose it doesn't carry a lot. I've got two tubes, a patch kit and some tools in mine, if I remember right.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-07-24, 03:51 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 427
Posted By streetsurfer

I picked out a second tool roll and the compact...

I picked out a second tool roll and the compact bar bag. Might grab another of either after some more thought. Or the small saddle bag
Forum: Great Lakes Rides and Events
03-02-24, 01:04 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 181
Posted By streetsurfer

Assist:link didn't work as inserted. ...

Assist:link didn't work as inserted.

https://wheelmen.com/st_pats.asp
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-27-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 7,786
Views: 917,675
Posted By streetsurfer

Upgraded brakes on an '84 le tour luxe. (by a...

Upgraded brakes on an '84 le tour luxe. (by a small measure-taking advantage of 20% off at velo- orange)


...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-26-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 312
Posted By streetsurfer

Here is a head-badge from one example of the type...

Here is a head-badge from one example of the type


https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/image_ecf1c7b417797334f339604a42f5fd2ef3ee033b.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-18-24, 10:42 PM
Replies: 219
Views: 49,165
Posted By streetsurfer

SA X2 on Carbon rails ...

SA X2 on Carbon rails



https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/image_41c0894c48ffb084c89e981bb12aaad9346bd4a8.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-26-23, 09:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,295
Posted By streetsurfer

Amsoil MP is what I would use. ...

Amsoil MP is what I would use.

https://amsoilcontent.com/ams/lit/databulletins/g3109.pdf
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