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07-30-23, 08:53 PM
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Posted By frogman

:lol::lol::lol:

:lol::lol::lol:
07-30-23, 08:45 PM
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Views: 2,879
Posted By frogman

Exactly ! Me included.................

Exactly !

Me included.................
07-16-23, 06:12 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 419
Posted By frogman

It looks like I may have a Trek 620. The catalog...

It looks like I may have a Trek 620. The catalog data says the 520 is Reynolds 501 and the 620 is 531 which is what mine is.
I think I will find the serial number and see if I can narrow it down to...
07-16-23, 06:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 419
Posted By frogman

My 520 says Reynolds 531. I found a site ...

My 520 says Reynolds 531. I found a site vintage-trek.com and am looking to see what I can find. They started making the Trek 520 touring bikes
in 1983 it looks like. Mine has...
07-16-23, 04:53 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 419
Posted By frogman

Trek 520 seat post size

What is the seat post diameter on Trek 520's ?
I assumed they were all 27.2 mm
I bought an older 520 I am restoring and it has a 28.6 post now.
Maybe the previous owner used a smaller post and...
07-07-23, 08:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 315
Posted By frogman

Learn something new everyday............ Found...

Learn something new everyday............
Found this article explaining this issue.

https://thecabe.com/forum/threads/schwinn-tire-sizes-aka-1-3-4-does-not-1-75-and-more.78808/
07-06-23, 09:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 441
Posted By frogman

Interesting question. My thinking is the B17...

Interesting question. My thinking is the B17 standard.
07-06-23, 08:53 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 315
Posted By frogman

It looks like they are 26 x 1.75 tires (not...

It looks like they are 26 x 1.75 tires (not tubeless)
If I am right, here is a good deal on a pair
...
07-05-23, 08:23 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,678
Posted By frogman

and when you adjust the screws, righty tighty,...

and when you adjust the screws, righty tighty, lefty loosey :D
07-04-23, 11:07 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 393
Posted By frogman

I looked at the Exustar website and can't find...

I looked at the Exustar website and can't find the aluminum cleats you are talking about. Can you steer me in the right direction ?
I like the idea of having the cleats out of aluminum
07-04-23, 09:56 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 393
Posted By frogman

I have the pattern wrong, yes it is the 3 bolt...

I have the pattern wrong, yes it is the 3 bolt Look cleat pattern. I will check out the Exustar cleats. Sounds like they would be
a good match with my Campy rat traps. Thanks for the info.
07-04-23, 09:49 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 393
Posted By frogman

Thanks for the info.

Thanks for the info.
07-04-23, 08:09 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 393
Posted By frogman

clips for clipless shoes

I need to buy another pair of shoes for my vintage bike, the pair I have now is on its last legs. Trying to find a pair without
taking out a loan on my house :lol:

I noticed MKS makes a cleat,...
06-30-23, 10:27 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,539
Posted By frogman

I also find it best with my B17 level.

I also find it best with my B17 level.
06-27-23, 09:01 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,997
Posted By frogman

Great bikes ! My favorite is the Cannondale ...

Great bikes ! My favorite is the Cannondale T800.
06-25-23, 08:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 723
Posted By frogman

Thanks for sharing squirtdad. Excellent...

Thanks for sharing squirtdad. Excellent resource !
06-21-23, 08:28 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 4,964
Posted By frogman

Pass it around please :lol:

Pass it around please :lol:
06-18-23, 06:48 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,322
Posted By frogman

Only if you want an anatomical saddle.

Only if you want an anatomical saddle.
06-06-23, 06:35 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 413
Posted By frogman

I agree with Sonofamechanic, I have narrow feet...

I agree with Sonofamechanic, I have narrow feet and find Sidi's fit well and the Speedplay pedals and cleats work very well.
04-16-23, 10:03 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 679
Posted By frogman

Thanks !

Thanks !
04-15-23, 08:59 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 679
Posted By frogman

Very nice ! Can you give more information on...

Very nice ! Can you give more information on what model Sunrace friction shifter ? I may try to use one myself on my grocery store
utility bike.
04-05-23, 06:00 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 6,840
Posted By frogman

VegasJen, I like the Ridley, looks great !

VegasJen,

I like the Ridley, looks great !
04-05-23, 03:15 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 7,508
Posted By frogman

[QUOTE=Hondo6;22851159]As soon as I saw this, I...

[QUOTE=Hondo6;22851159]As soon as I saw this, I knew it was going to start another chain lube "religious feud" . . . .[/QUOT

After that post I need to put on my asbestos suit and get ready to be...
04-04-23, 10:18 PM
Replies: 203
Views: 7,508
Posted By frogman

Waxing your chain.

Waxing your chain.
04-02-23, 06:56 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 398
Posted By frogman

Forum for Ergo Shift Levers ?

I read in a post that there is a sub forum for Ergo Shift Levers. Where do I find it ?
I avoided calling them brifters to avoid being flamed :lol:
02-12-23, 05:43 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,818
Posted By frogman

His forum user name is misspelled, its not...

His forum user name is misspelled, its not insuit, it is insult. :D
01-17-23, 11:25 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 3,772
Posted By frogman

I also went over the bars by just grabbing the...

I also went over the bars by just grabbing the front brake. I have scars to remind me.
01-01-23, 03:55 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 755
Posted By frogman

SamSam77, Try putting the cable on the other...

SamSam77,

Try putting the cable on the other side of the bolt as pointed out and let us know what happens.
Inquiring minds want to know.......................
Forum: Commuting
12-19-22, 11:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,853
Posted By frogman

pdlamb, I weigh 170 pounds. I'll experiment...

pdlamb,
I weigh 170 pounds. I'll experiment with the pressure and see where the magic spot is. Sounds like it might be around 70 psi
Thanks for the info, much appreciated !
Merry Christmas...
Forum: Commuting
12-19-22, 12:12 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,853
Posted By frogman

Thanks for the info. The tires are 700 x 32's ...

Thanks for the info.
The tires are 700 x 32's
I found that on my 700 x 32 Gatorskins I lowered the pressure to 60 psi and had a noticeable improvement with a softer ride on our rough pavement in...
Forum: Commuting
12-18-22, 09:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,853
Posted By frogman

Pressure in your Schwalbes ?

What pressure do you run in your Schwalbe Marathon's ? I am getting a pair of Marathon Plus tires and want to find the most comfortable ride with the lowest pressure I can use. Our streets are in...
12-18-22, 09:06 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 4,002
Posted By frogman

Very impressive ! What is your favorite most...

Very impressive ! What is your favorite most reliable group set for all these miles ?
12-11-22, 09:11 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 5,249
Posted By frogman

Thanks for the zip tie info. Very ingenious ! ...

Thanks for the zip tie info. Very ingenious ! I will carry zip ties in my saddle bag now too.
Forum: Touring
12-05-22, 10:34 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,125
Posted By frogman

Schwalbe or Gatorskin ?

I asked this question in the road cycling forum. I think this forum is a better one for this question.

I have 700 x 32 Gatorskins on my road bike. I commute and ride thru poorly maintained...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-22, 09:23 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 420
Posted By frogman

thanks Random11, ​​​​​​The Schwalbes are...

thanks Random11,

​​​​​​The Schwalbes are supposed to be good touring tires. I'm not sure but I think the tread is thicker than the Gators.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-05-22, 08:49 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 420
Posted By frogman

Schwalbe or Gatorskin ?

I have 700 x 32 Gatorskins on my road bike. I commute and ride thru poorly maintained streets.
Its time to replace the Gators. I am thinking about trying Schwalbe Marathon Plus and see how they...
11-25-22, 11:19 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 5,249
Posted By frogman

Carrying a spare thumbshifter sounds like a good...

Carrying a spare thumbshifter sounds like a good option Miele Man.
11-24-22, 05:41 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 5,249
Posted By frogman

thanks cxwrench, the cable technique sounds...

thanks cxwrench, the cable technique sounds good. I will check it out.
Yeah, I'm sure I'm overthinking it :lol:
11-24-22, 03:43 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 5,249
Posted By frogman

Shifter worries

So here you are 15 miles away from home, on a trail nowhere near any roadways on your gravel bike and your brifters crap out. How do you make field adjustments to lock them up to stay at least in a...
11-10-22, 10:04 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 448
Posted By frogman

Thanks !

Thanks !
11-09-22, 10:50 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 448
Posted By frogman

Shimano bar end shifters rebuildable ?

I have a Shimano Dura Ace 9 speed bar end shifter on my touring bike that skips over 4th gear when using it in index mode.
Had it quite a while so it is not surprising. Can they be rebuilt or do...
10-30-22, 05:21 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,136
Posted By frogman

Thanks for the feedback guys. I kinda...

Thanks for the feedback guys.

I kinda remember it was done down in the drops, but it was a long time ago. I checked my vintage 1984 Trek 770 and it blocks the view of the hub when in the drops.
...
10-30-22, 02:01 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,584
Posted By frogman

Old school "check your reach"

I put this in the Bike Fitting Forum but no response, thought ths forum might be better.

In the 80's we used for the starting point to check your reach on a road bike to look down at the handlebar...
10-30-22, 12:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,136
Posted By frogman

Old school check your reach method

Maybe this would be better posted in the Classic and Vintage forum but in the 80's we used for the starting point to check your reach on a road bike to look down at the handlebar and see it the wheel...
10-13-22, 10:10 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 294
Posted By frogman

I have had success with the SJX426 method also. ...

I have had success with the SJX426 method also. Make sure the end of the allen wrench is pushed in all the way and fully seated then push and hold the allen wrench firmly in the head of the bolt so...
08-24-22, 09:21 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 3,583
Posted By frogman

He contributed a valid comment. What do you...

He contributed a valid comment. What do you deem it a worthless contribution ?
08-16-22, 10:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 670
Posted By frogman

Easy. Don't pedal backwards :D

Easy.
Don't pedal backwards :D
08-09-22, 10:22 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 8,366
Posted By frogman

Me too.

Me too.
08-03-22, 06:09 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,922
Posted By frogman

My sentiments exactly..................

My sentiments exactly..................
07-21-22, 03:06 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,802
Posted By frogman

OMG ! You now have to live with the shame ! ...

OMG ! You now have to live with the shame ! :D
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