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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-24, 04:57 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 27
Posted By DVC45

Shimano Claris FC-R2000 Crankset

Just a quick and hopefully, simple question for you all.
I have an opportunity to buy a Shimano Claris FC-R2000 Crankset 8 speed for a good price. I am wondering if I could use a 10 speed chain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-24, 04:52 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 469
Posted By DVC45

Get the most of what you paid for. Aside from the...

Get the most of what you paid for. Aside from the tires, replace parts only when it breaks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-14-24, 09:06 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,701
Posted By DVC45

I have offered help more than a few times and I...

I have offered help more than a few times and I have gotten helped once. It brings a good feeling having it both ways.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-05-23, 09:35 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 3,091
Posted By DVC45

This might help. ...

This might help.
https://tannusamerica.com/pages/tannus-armour

Or just get a pair of Schwalbe Marathon tires.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-23, 09:25 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 2,363
Posted By DVC45

A ruined frame can be expensive....

A ruined frame can be expensive....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-15-23, 09:53 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 730
Posted By DVC45

Move you bars up a little and move your saddle...

Move you bars up a little and move your saddle back a little.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-09-23, 01:05 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,729
Posted By DVC45

Steel is real...

Steel is real...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-23, 07:45 AM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 54,148
Posted By DVC45

Clipless pedals and >9 gears at the back. If you...

Clipless pedals and >9 gears at the back. If you are not into competitive cycling, those are a waste of money, IMO.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-23, 07:37 AM
Replies: 1,258
Views: 54,148
Posted By DVC45

Even if you hit a pothole at a certain speed?

Even if you hit a pothole at a certain speed?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-23, 11:24 PM
Replies: 292
Views: 10,098
Posted By DVC45

Carbon vs aluminium vs steel vs Ti.... ...

Carbon vs aluminium vs steel vs Ti....

Brooks saddle vs all others

Use fenders or not
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-27-22, 09:45 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 4,858
Posted By DVC45

Path Less Pedaled His cycling style and...

Path Less Pedaled

His cycling style and contents suits me.
Forum: Commuting
10-08-22, 09:38 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 6,655
Posted By DVC45

Geographical location and lack of bike friendly...

Geographical location and lack of bike friendly roads.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-04-22, 02:14 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 909
Posted By DVC45

Fully modernizing an R20 requires a lot of work....

Fully modernizing an R20 requires a lot of work. For me, the only thing I would upgrade are the rims. Change it to aluminum and be done with it.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-04-22, 02:06 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,867
Posted By DVC45

I bought from BikesDirect way back in 2007. They...

I bought from BikesDirect way back in 2007. They messed up my order and shipped me the wrong bike (same size though). They compensated me for their mistake. I had to change to a shorter stem after...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-22, 11:12 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 602
Posted By DVC45

Specialized had introduced steel framed Allez...

Specialized had introduced steel framed Allez over the years.

2011

https://www.specialized.com/us/en/allez-steel-double/p/23431?color=35595-23431

2005...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-22, 10:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 602
Posted By DVC45

Is it lugged with DT shifters? If so, it is...

Is it lugged with DT shifters? If so, it is probably steel.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-22, 10:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,733
Posted By DVC45

Get a shipping box from your LBS and keep it in...

Get a shipping box from your LBS and keep it in there. :)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-22, 10:44 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 602
Posted By DVC45

Post a pic of the bike here or tell us the make...

Post a pic of the bike here or tell us the make and model. There is a great chance someone will be able to ID the bike and determine what material the frameset is made of.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-21-22, 11:08 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 2,227
Posted By DVC45

I had the same issues before. I cured it by...

I had the same issues before. I cured it by moving the seat back and adjusting the seat height a little at a time. Mark it each time and ride for a few miles until you find your sweet spot.
I forgot...
Forum: Folding Bikes
09-16-21, 10:52 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,781
Posted By DVC45

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1280x960/jk5alwb_jpeg_e66f22dbc8594025728f90056649e1ba08a884c8.jpg
Looks nice. Thanks for sharing.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-05-21, 10:36 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,116,076
Posted By DVC45

https://madison.craigslist.org/bik/d/port-edwards-...

https://madison.craigslist.org/bik/d/port-edwards-vintage-schwinn-paramount/7329822939.html
Schwinn Paramount
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-30-21, 11:17 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 11,694
Posted By DVC45

Not my preference, but to answer your question,...

Not my preference, but to answer your question, it is much easier to learn than balancing and pedaling your bike.
I would rather have a bar end shifter. You can convert it easily, if you prefer.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-04-20, 02:18 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 19,912
Posted By DVC45

As far as frame/fork material the OP is correct,...

As far as frame/fork material the OP is correct, IMO. Almost everything today is just a variation of those year's design.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-04-20, 02:05 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,848
Posted By DVC45

I ditched them a couple years ago. I don't hate...

I ditched them a couple years ago. I don't hate them, but the flat pedals gives my feet and choice of shoes more freedom. I don't ride competitively. Just commuting and for leisure.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-23-20, 06:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,054
Posted By DVC45

I totally forgot about this. I came in very late,...

I totally forgot about this. I came in very late, but still walked out with a nice disc brake wheelset for $40. :)

There's another bike swap meet in Milwaukee next weekend. ' hope to go there...
Forum: Commuting
01-17-20, 12:25 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 17,398
Posted By DVC45

Cargo bags.

Cargo bags.
Forum: Electric Bikes
12-20-19, 09:49 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 51,222
Posted By DVC45

I'd just say; " I am not competing, so I can't be...

I'd just say; " I am not competing, so I can't be cheating". Then I'll speed off.

No sense spending my precious breath on A-holes.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
12-20-19, 09:23 AM
Replies: 5,453
Views: 3,882,281
Posted By DVC45

' love those MTB conversions. I did a conversion...

' love those MTB conversions. I did a conversion some years ago on an old Trek 900. I should have kept it.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-20-19, 09:07 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 28,288
Posted By DVC45

Fixed it for you. Only kidding, of course. ...

Fixed it for you.

Only kidding, of course. :)
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-20-19, 08:52 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 39,181
Posted By DVC45

Is this a copy of the older version DownTube Nova?

Is this a copy of the older version DownTube Nova?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-22-19, 11:32 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 19,915
Posted By DVC45

You use a pump to stop?!! You da man!!! :)

You use a pump to stop?!! You da man!!!

:)
Forum: Commuting
11-17-19, 11:40 AM
Replies: 398
Views: 68,814
Posted By DVC45

Yes. I can just turn off the power assist, if I...

Yes. I can just turn off the power assist, if I want a workout.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-19, 11:38 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 6,378
Posted By DVC45

What's so wrong with the current, simple set-up?

What's so wrong with the current, simple set-up?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-14-19, 10:38 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 53,966
Posted By DVC45

I did once. I got the confused look, but I got my...

I did once. I got the confused look, but I got my order just fine. No, I did not use the intercom to order. I went straight to the window.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-17-19, 10:42 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,116,076
Posted By DVC45

ZINN! ...

ZINN!
https://images.craigslist.org/00707_hr2HphIgvOu_600x450.jpg

https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwi/bik/d/valparaiso-175-custom-built-zinn/6914332902.html

$300 OBO.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-19, 04:29 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,116,076
Posted By DVC45

https://images.craigslist.org/00n0n_ZKKvO72Yoo_600...

https://images.craigslist.org/00n0n_ZKKvO72Yoo_600x450.jpg

campagnolo vitus 50 cm roadbike - $375 https://racine.craigslist.org/bik/d/kenosha-campagnolo-vitus-50-cm-roadbike/6876141120.html

It...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-19, 10:32 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,116,076
Posted By DVC45

https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bik/d/chicago-n...

https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/bik/d/chicago-new-old-stock-never-ridden/6872440793.html


https://images.craigslist.org/00x0x_aqCHbntyJ5w_1200x900.jpg



New Old Stock never ridden circa...
Forum: Commuting
04-18-19, 06:49 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 24,622
Posted By DVC45

Good roads, tailwind and down hills...

Good roads, tailwind and down hills...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-19, 10:44 AM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,116,076
Posted By DVC45

https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/bik/d/hanover-p...

https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/bik/d/hanover-park-schwinn-paramount-53-cm/6868486540.html

https://images.craigslist.org/00Q0Q_9vnewnI2Uxm_600x450.jpg

Schwinn paramount,53 cm,italian...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-19-19, 02:14 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 7,149
Posted By DVC45

Yes!

Yes!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-08-19, 12:48 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 5,588
Posted By DVC45

I might be going, if the weather is nice enough...

I might be going, if the weather is nice enough for a long drive. After 3 years off the bike, my interest in cycling is starting again.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-02-19, 07:39 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,519
Posted By DVC45

Anyone?

Anyone?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-01-19, 09:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 5,064
Posted By DVC45

A heat gun, if you have one, can be used to make...

A heat gun, if you have one, can be used to make an indentation on the fender to fit nicely. Otherwise, just cut it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-01-19, 06:12 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,519
Posted By DVC45

Lynskey R150 Frame

Anyone had built up a Lynskey R150 frame? What fork brand have you used? Axle to crown length?
I just got one for a good price. Hoping to build it up through the winter.

Thanks in advance.
Forum: Commuting
12-02-18, 11:46 AM
Replies: 1,683
Views: 342,152
Posted By DVC45

A Blinky Super Flash tail light. Still blinking...

A Blinky Super Flash tail light. Still blinking when I found it on the trail last summer.
Forum: Commuting
11-27-18, 02:34 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 10,105
Posted By DVC45

I have given up clipless pedals about a year ago....

I have given up clipless pedals about a year ago. I don't miss them. Platform works just fine for me.
Forum: Commuting
04-07-18, 11:43 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,628
Posted By DVC45

That!

That!
Forum: Commuting
04-07-18, 11:42 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 8,628
Posted By DVC45

Slower. You can't beat the wind.

Slower. You can't beat the wind.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-13-18, 02:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,265
Posted By DVC45

There are some for sale in eBay.

There are some for sale in eBay.
Forum: Commuting
02-10-18, 01:36 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,500
Posted By DVC45

I have a DownTube Nova. If there's a chance...

I have a DownTube Nova.

If there's a chance you'll need to hop on a train, bus or hitch for a ride to get to your destination, then, the answer is yes.
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