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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 05:55 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 4,617
Posted By cegerer

First time out on my newly built single-speed...

First time out on my newly built single-speed rigid mountain bike just today. Absolutely loving it. Did about an hour of trail riding. Already mid-80s and humid at 9:30 this morning :rolleyes: ...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-19-24, 07:05 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 494
Posted By cegerer

I guess I'm hoping for someone to say something...

I guess I'm hoping for someone to say something like, 'don't miss Nairo's Bike Shop!! Been around for 50 years and it's full of vintage racing bikes, memorabilia, great deals on new stuff and more!'...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-18-24, 01:34 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 494
Posted By cegerer

Bikes Shops in Cartagena Colombia

I'm going to be in Cartagena next month. Anyone know of a good bike shop worth tracking down? I would just be browsing and maybe shopping for a unique jersey or something. Thanks.
Forum: Fatbikes
01-14-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,770
Posted By cegerer

State has come out with a new aluminum frame...

State has come out with a new aluminum frame bike:

$1000 State 6061 Trail+ aluminum frame - 39.9lbs (manufacturer claim). And the same weight as their old steel-frame bike.
Forum: Fatbikes
01-14-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,770
Posted By cegerer

I did a re-weigh minus the pedals and accessories...

I did a re-weigh minus the pedals and accessories (water bottle and cage) which seems to be the standard method and am at 34.08 lbs (ready to ride = 35.26). l'm thinking it will be 32.5-33lbs once I...
Forum: Fatbikes
01-14-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,770
Posted By cegerer

^^^ That's absolutely astounding (fat bike +...

^^^ That's absolutely astounding (fat bike + suspension fork + $2500) compared to anything else I've been able to find. :eek: What wheels does it have? I've only found data on 2 carbon bikes with...
Forum: Fatbikes
01-13-24, 07:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,770
Posted By cegerer

A few more: $4700 Otso Arctodus Ti SLX...

A few more:

$4700 Otso Arctodus Ti SLX titanium, tubeless, rigid fork - 32lbs
$5850 Otso Arctodus Ti XT titanium, tubeless, rigid fork - 31lbs
$2400 Otso Arctodus, ChroMo Steel - 34.4lbs
$2500...
Forum: Fatbikes
01-13-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,770
Posted By cegerer

Some random reference data. Not sure if the...

Some random reference data. Not sure if the reviewers actually weighed the bikes or just used manufacturer published weight (which is usually at least a pound optimistic). I'll have to weigh mine...
Forum: Fatbikes
01-13-24, 06:01 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,770
Posted By cegerer

The frame is aluminum with thru-axles. Not your...

The frame is aluminum with thru-axles. Not your usual Mongoose.
Forum: Fatbikes
01-13-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,770
Posted By cegerer

That is highly unusual. Probably a few dollars...

That is highly unusual. Probably a few dollars more than the $300 I paid for mine :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,832
Posted By cegerer

That sticker with the 'Lot' number may indicate...

That sticker with the 'Lot' number may indicate it was sold at an auction at some point. Cool, quality bike. I'd leave it as is, original and do the minimum to get it to nice riding condition. Not...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-06-24, 07:04 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 132
Posted By cegerer

Vintage Schwinn & Mongoose Hauler Diecasts

Pretty cool .....

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Forum: Fatbikes
01-06-24, 09:35 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 2,770
Posted By cegerer

Fatty Weight

Decided to weigh my bike today. 35.26 lbs (16 kilos) which I thought was not bad. Mongoose Argus Comp. I changed out the saddle, seat post (longer so that added a few grams), tires to JJs, pedals...
Forum: Fatbikes
01-06-24, 09:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 912
Posted By cegerer

I can't help much, but that sounds like a REALLY...

I can't help much, but that sounds like a REALLY cool bike with the Rohlof/belt setup. Pics would be great!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-03-24, 05:40 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,755
Posted By cegerer

If just hopping on the bike and riding normally...

If just hopping on the bike and riding normally results in optimal brake performance, that saves some time and effort, and is certainly worth a try! It has not worked for me. And I'm not sure why all...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-02-24, 06:23 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,755
Posted By cegerer

The importance of properly bedding in new brake...

The importance of properly bedding in new brake pads cannot be overstated. Many are not. If the pads are not bedded in correctly, it really doesn't matter which rotors or calipers you have - they...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-31-23, 07:07 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,551
Posted By cegerer

I've been living in Florida for 7-8 years. ...

I've been living in Florida for 7-8 years. Originally from Michigan and could not tolerate heat whatsoever. Now? I ride all summer long down here, usually in the 90s, 90+ RH, and just baking under...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-31-23, 07:01 AM
Replies: 6,419
Views: 598,074
Posted By cegerer

Was hoping for pics/vid of the dog chase ......

Was hoping for pics/vid of the dog chase ... that's always fun :rolleyes::D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-30-23, 06:14 PM
Replies: 248
Views: 45,996
Posted By cegerer

From my reading of the L'Eroica rules, my classic...

From my reading of the L'Eroica rules, my classic & vintage Alpineer would not be allowed to participate in their events due to 'aero' brake hoods with the cables run under the bar tape :rolleyes: ...
Forum: Fatbikes
12-30-23, 06:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 837
Posted By cegerer

Let's put it this way, I did a 42 mile ride on...

Let's put it this way, I did a 42 mile ride on the road bike today and most of the way I was thinking how much more fun it would be to be riding the fatbike on the trails .... yeah, I got the bug...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-30-23, 05:58 PM
Replies: 6,419
Views: 598,074
Posted By cegerer

Got in 42 miles solo today. 'Freezing' cold here...

Got in 42 miles solo today. 'Freezing' cold here in south-central Florida today .... 61F. I pretty much had my winter gear on :D Had to re-route mid-ride due to a road closing from a fatal...
Forum: Fatbikes
12-29-23, 07:01 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 837
Posted By cegerer

Jumbo Jim First Ride

I replaced my 6-year old Kenda Juggernaut 4.5 with Schwalbe Jumbo Jim 4.8. Although the Juggernauts had less than 40 miles on them (I bought my 2017 Mongoose Argus Comp recently with only 10 miles on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-28-23, 06:04 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 589
Posted By cegerer

Makes sense. Thank you!

Makes sense. Thank you!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-28-23, 05:24 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 589
Posted By cegerer

Profile AirStryke 2000 ????

These aero bars came on a bike I bought a few years back. What is the small cylindrical device attached to it (2nd photo)? Thanks!
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-27-23, 06:31 AM
Replies: 181
Views: 9,613
Posted By cegerer

I used to set up the reach on all my bikes with a...

I used to set up the reach on all my bikes with a tip of saddle to centerline of handlebars measurement. This all changed when I bought my 56cm Specialized Tarmac Pro - I normally ride 51-52cm so how...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-26-23, 09:28 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 9,325
Posted By cegerer

Writers are always trying to find unique...

Writers are always trying to find unique descriptions of things, but maybe I wasn't paying attention or just shrugged it off as 'what did he just call it?!" and forgot about it. I've been into...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-23, 07:35 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,110
Posted By cegerer

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

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-25-23, 07:23 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 7,746
Posted By cegerer

Good eye :D 1971 911, sold a few years back....

Good eye :D 1971 911, sold a few years back. Saved one of the keys.

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-25-23, 07:18 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 9,325
Posted By cegerer

Google Image search for 'cockpit' results. When...

Google Image search for 'cockpit' results. When handlebars start showing up in the top 100 images, I'll jump on the bandwagon and start calling my handlebars the cockpit :rolleyes::D
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-25-23, 07:10 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 9,325
Posted By cegerer

I think this is more new-speak by the...

I think this is more new-speak by the manufacturers in a subtle move to justify the insane prices of their top-line racing bikes by inferring some sort of relationship between F1 cars, fighter jets...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-25-23, 06:32 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 449
Posted By cegerer

Very cool!

Very cool!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-23, 02:24 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 7,746
Posted By cegerer

I ran a 52-49 chainring combo along with a...

I ran a 52-49 chainring combo along with a corncob for years back then. Why?! Because I was riding fairly flat terrain and, more importantly, it looked cool! :D
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-23, 02:17 PM
Replies: 528
Views: 41,350
Posted By cegerer

10 years ago in Michigan. Still have the...

10 years ago in Michigan. Still have the Bianchi.

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-22-23, 02:13 PM
Replies: 6,419
Views: 598,074
Posted By cegerer

Surprisingly, back in the saddle this morning for...

Surprisingly, back in the saddle this morning for 10 miles of gravel riding! Figured it would be better to take a short, easy ride than sit around. Felt good, knees and elbow bruised up but it's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-23, 08:12 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 7,746
Posted By cegerer

Another really common modification was to replace...

Another really common modification was to replace the steel crank fixing bolts and the chainring bolts with anodized aluminum pieces. Same for most steel bolts anywhere on the bike.

And, of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-22-23, 07:57 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 7,746
Posted By cegerer

Titanium components from Pino Morroni. I had his...

Titanium components from Pino Morroni. I had his quick-release skewers on my Assenmacher late 70s. Interesting article here: TheRetroGrouch - Pino...
Forum: Fatbikes
12-21-23, 02:43 PM
Replies: 331
Views: 83,275
Posted By cegerer

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1920x1440/img_20231221_101126883_hdr_b3b3d85443c1cd0b1ea107337dfa35502d24d80e.jpg...
Forum: Fatbikes
12-21-23, 02:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 685
Posted By cegerer

My 2nd order was placed Mon 6:30PM UK time,...

My 2nd order was placed Mon 6:30PM UK time, arrived this morning. Not much different than Amazon domestic shipping. Last order I made at Performance Bicycle a couple of states away, it was over a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-21-23, 11:23 AM
Replies: 6,419
Views: 598,074
Posted By cegerer

Anybody ever fly like Superman? I did - minus...

Anybody ever fly like Superman? I did - minus the cape - on this morning's trail ride. It was a short flight .... over the handlebars :D ... but 9.7 points for style from the Latvian judges I'm...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-23, 08:52 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,705
Posted By cegerer

FYI: color scanning apps are available such as...

FYI: color scanning apps are available such as 'Color Detector.' You simply scan with your phone and it tells you the various color codes such as RGB, ffff, etc. These codes are used to mix the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-23, 08:41 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,973
Posted By cegerer

I was recently reading about that distinction and...

I was recently reading about that distinction and that bicycles from Taiwan are, in general, superior to those of China. Largely due to quality control and pride of workmanship.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-20-23, 08:36 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,973
Posted By cegerer

So now I'm getting bombarded with adverts for the...

So now I'm getting bombarded with adverts for the Gios. On sale for Christmas! :D I suppose I deserve it.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-23, 12:27 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,946
Posted By cegerer

Not sure we're going to be able to top the Gino...

Not sure we're going to be able to top the Gino 60. Or even match it. Need to figure out pricing.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-23, 12:22 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,946
Posted By cegerer

Liotto - holy cow that is nice. And there's also...

Liotto - holy cow that is nice. And there's also the Gino '60 with - wait for it - drillium chainrings, centerpull brakes, and leather saddle :eek: I may need a moment alone ...
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-19-23, 08:03 AM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,946
Posted By cegerer

I hesitate to post this one. It's so close to...

I hesitate to post this one. It's so close to what we're looking for but just not there :( However, the downtube shifters and crankset make it worthy of at least a glance. Of course, the flat bars...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-23, 08:46 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,946
Posted By cegerer

I bought this new C&V style jersey a while back....

I bought this new C&V style jersey a while back. It's one of my favorites. Everybody remembers the 1968 Formaggio Linguine team, right? :D
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-23, 06:39 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 5,946
Posted By cegerer

Which brings up a good point: who IS the market...

Which brings up a good point: who IS the market for these new C&V style bikes? Is it us? Or is it the younger generation hipsters who are newly discovering these 'analog' bikes? The same younger...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-18-23, 06:31 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,973
Posted By cegerer

It says 'Designed in Italy' on the head badge so...

It says 'Designed in Italy' on the head badge so .... anybody's guess where they're actually made.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-18-23, 03:36 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,852
Posted By cegerer

The bikes are always ridden on the big ring -...

The bikes are always ridden on the big ring - it's flat to gently rolling hills here in Florida :D
Forum: Fatbikes
12-18-23, 12:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 685
Posted By cegerer

Just placed a second order - Maxxis Race Recon...

Just placed a second order - Maxxis Race Recon 29x2.25 for my monstercross bike. $15 each.
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