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03-25-24, 11:25 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 998
Posted By Camilo

I do all my own and most of the family laundry...

I do all my own and most of the family laundry and have learned a lot about removing stains. I learned when I was a kid and for years in young adulthood living without mommy and a wife.

Black...
03-25-24, 11:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 374
Posted By Camilo

I used to be minimalist and happy - thin tape,...

I used to be minimalist and happy - thin tape, unpadded gloves. Now, I use gel under cushy tape and padded gloves... and on my gravel bike, a ShockStop stem.
03-25-24, 11:02 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,248
Posted By Camilo

Sometimes you just want to spend some money. Mea...

Sometimes you just want to spend some money. Mea Culpa
03-25-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,248
Posted By Camilo

And longevity may or may not be significant at...

And longevity may or may not be significant at all. I know it's a non-issue for me since BBs (and headsets) last longer than I can keep track of. I.e. I never wear them out.
03-25-24, 09:00 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 225
Posted By Camilo

Like others have said, simply choose a crank and...

Like others have said, simply choose a crank and get the BB specified for that crank.
03-25-24, 08:48 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 377
Posted By Camilo

When my kids were young, we had a Cannondale...

When my kids were young, we had a Cannondale trailer, two seater, facing backwards. It was solidly connected directly to the seat post, like a trail-a-bike type thing. The kids loved it, but it was...
03-25-24, 05:51 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 1,760
Posted By Camilo

Apparently e-bikes eliminate this need.

Apparently e-bikes eliminate this need.
03-25-24, 05:48 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 1,760
Posted By Camilo

I've had triples and always like them and they...

I've had triples and always like them and they shifted easily and perfectly. I set my wife's road bike up with a triple and same thing - easy enough to adjust and no issues shifting. I always liked...
03-25-24, 05:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 377
Posted By Camilo

I believe my friends kid trailer attachment has...

I believe my friends kid trailer attachment has that kind of safety cable. Don't know the brand.
03-25-24, 12:39 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 742
Posted By Camilo

Apologies for contributing to the recent veer off...

Apologies for contributing to the recent veer off topic....

I've never understood why duplicate gears are a bad thing. That just means you can get the same gearing on either ring in some cases....
03-25-24, 12:34 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 377
Posted By Camilo

That's kind of what I was wondering about the...

That's kind of what I was wondering about the suitability to a child carrier. Obviously the one illustrated in this thread is for cargo, but I was wondering if it would be trustworthy enough for...
03-25-24, 12:26 AM
Replies: 84
Views: 1,760
Posted By Camilo

I don't understand the issue either. I have...

I don't understand the issue either.

I have a couple of Sram mechanical (Force and Red 10 sp) and an AXS 12 sp. wireless bike, all 2X. I've never had one bit of problems adjusting and shifting...
03-24-24, 10:31 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 377
Posted By Camilo

Not knowing much about it, but I do own an air...

Not knowing much about it, but I do own an air compressor with quick release connections. I guess I'm a little surprised that this will be strong enough for whatever forces might be involved in a...
03-24-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 579
Posted By Camilo

The wheel sizes you mention are different. One is...

The wheel sizes you mention are different. One is a 700C the other 650B. And there's no such thing as a "650bX40c. Widths are measured in MM, not "C". The letter in a wheel size does not refer to a...
03-24-24, 08:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 377
Posted By Camilo

Doug64 Can you show the actual Bike Friday hitch...

Doug64 Can you show the actual Bike Friday hitch you have for comparison- how it hooks up to the trailer?
03-24-24, 04:51 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 930
Posted By Camilo

I also think drop bar bikes - on the hoods...

I also think drop bar bikes - on the hoods especially - hold the wrists in a natural position. Look at your hands hanging at your sides. Hoods and drops on a handlebar are closer to that than a flat...
03-24-24, 02:40 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 930
Posted By Camilo

I was off my two wheelers for a few months post...

I was off my two wheelers for a few months post rotator cuff surgery. I bought (and then sold) a tadpole recumbent and it was a satisfactory substitute. I lost a few hundred dollars in the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-24, 12:43 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 702
Posted By Camilo

Time

Time
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-24, 12:43 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 499
Posted By Camilo

Fit is all that matters.

Fit is all that matters.
03-20-24, 07:59 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 7,637
Posted By Camilo

Sears, Monkey Ward, Coast to Coast (among other...

Sears, Monkey Ward, Coast to Coast (among other national chains) sold horrible cheap "racing" bikes. I remember "Free Spirit" was that a Sears or some other brand?
03-20-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 7,637
Posted By Camilo

I think the point he made was pretty clear. He's...

I think the point he made was pretty clear. He's saying the entry price for certain consumer goods, adjusted for inflation, is higher than the entry price for similar goods or activities was in the...
03-20-24, 03:11 PM
Replies: 343
Views: 7,637
Posted By Camilo

Or 3. trying to buy a bike that costs more than...

Or 3. trying to buy a bike that costs more than you can afford to pay in cash.
03-20-24, 03:04 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,538
Posted By Camilo

You've already gotten plenty of good advice about...

You've already gotten plenty of good advice about the hills.

But - and this is just a matter of curiosity, not a challenge - why did you quit cycling when the pandemic hit? Outdoor activities were...
03-20-24, 03:00 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 411
Posted By Camilo

You should do it right The ShelBroCo Bicycle...

You should do it right

The ShelBroCo Bicycle Chain Cleaning System (sheldonbrown.com) (https://sheldonbrown.com/chainclean.html)
03-19-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 742
Posted By Camilo

Has anyone used this one? Universal Derailleur...

Has anyone used this one?
Universal Derailleur Hanger – Problem Solvers (problemsolversbike.com) (https://problemsolversbike.com/products/universal-derailleur-hanger)

But, it's good you got a...
03-18-24, 02:36 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,525
Posted By Camilo

Sorry if I misattributed that. The GPS...

Sorry if I misattributed that.

The GPS thing... and apologies for drifting... I agree totally. I love GPS when I'm in a strange place, it really works. But you never really get a feel for how you...
03-18-24, 02:21 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,375
Posted By Camilo

I did three or four roofing jobs in my 20s....

I did three or four roofing jobs in my 20s. Carrying shingles up a ladder, hammer and nails... There are a lot of construction-related things I learned to do over the years which I continue to do and...
03-17-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,375
Posted By Camilo

Yea, I edited my response.

Yea, I edited my response.
03-17-24, 07:10 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,375
Posted By Camilo

Or we can trust that he knows what he wants and...

Or we can trust that he knows what he wants and needs and understands that the issue - for him - is simply the stupid seat post.
03-17-24, 07:05 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,375
Posted By Camilo

Not a big fan of Trek in general, but that's just...

Not a big fan of Trek in general, but that's just personal. But a "proprietary" seat post that can't be adjusted downward enough would be a non starter for me.

Why not look at a different brand?...
03-17-24, 02:00 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,525
Posted By Camilo

Probably true in most cases. OTOH, it's worth...

Probably true in most cases. OTOH, it's worth checking out. I found a suitable in/lb wrench in some automotive source years ago. I just convert to nm when I use it.
03-17-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,525
Posted By Camilo

You're an experienced mechanic, as I will assume...

You're an experienced mechanic, as I will assume the poster i quoted. Not every one is and just because an experienced mechanic can do fasteners by feel or whatever, doesn't mean that torque specs...
03-13-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,525
Posted By Camilo

Great! There's no need for any torque wrenches...

Great! There's no need for any torque wrenches ever because you don't need one! I'll rest easy .
03-13-24, 03:17 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 313
Posted By Camilo

Nobody uses a star nut with a CF steer tube and...

Nobody uses a star nut with a CF steer tube and neither did the OP. He referred to the expander bung that was in it.
03-12-24, 01:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 329
Posted By Camilo

Thanks all for the suggestions and pointers. It...

Thanks all for the suggestions and pointers. It looks like there probably isn't an exact generic replacement for this e-clip. I'll try to see if a reasonable eclip or r clip substitute will work, but...
03-07-24, 12:10 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 329
Posted By Camilo

SRAM Brake Pad Retaining Bolt Clips

Does anyone know of a source or substitution for the little clips that are put on the ends of the Sram brake pad retaining bolts? What are they called anyway? You can find them in packs with the...
03-06-24, 09:02 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,525
Posted By Camilo

There's lots of places to get torque devices...

There's lots of places to get torque devices (wrench, screwdriver, whatever) in places other than auto parts stores, if what you say is true (which isn't the case where I live..Auto zone has one,...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-24, 08:34 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,194
Posted By Camilo

"Ride" and "feel" = geometry, fit and tires....

"Ride" and "feel" = geometry, fit and tires. Period.
03-06-24, 05:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 184
Posted By Camilo

I'm using Miche with my Campagnolo 8 speed bike....

I'm using Miche with my Campagnolo 8 speed bike. Shifts perfectly. In fact, it's a mixed cassette I made from two Miche Cassettes to make a 12-28. I got them from Bike24 a few years ago.
03-06-24, 12:43 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,525
Posted By Camilo

Again, OP should just check where they sell auto...

Again, OP should just check where they sell auto parts or hardware. A torque wrench is not really a special tool. Of course, I really don't know if there's any such local store where he lives, but...
03-04-24, 03:39 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,525
Posted By Camilo

Why not just buy a new torque wrench locally?...

Why not just buy a new torque wrench locally? Auto parts stores, LBS, Home Depot, etc. etc. will have them. FWIW, I use a simple beam-type torque wrench. They're fool-proof and inexpensive.
03-03-24, 09:40 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 760
Posted By Camilo

A friend has a Fargo - it's a very strong and...

A friend has a Fargo - it's a very strong and versitile bike. He rides with ~2.5" tires on it.
03-03-24, 06:14 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 760
Posted By Camilo

You're going to get a million leads. Just to add...

You're going to get a million leads. Just to add a couple I used when looking at a good value a year or so ago:
Check out the Salsa Journeyer options at REI. They have a bunch of options/price...
03-03-24, 05:27 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,382
Posted By Camilo

Prowheelbuilder.com is one of many that will...

Prowheelbuilder.com is one of many that will build wheels you like
03-03-24, 01:10 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,865
Posted By Camilo

Everyone knows that 70 is the new 37!

Everyone knows that 70 is the new 37!
03-01-24, 04:26 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,865
Posted By Camilo

Me too. I find straight bars to be less...

Me too. I find straight bars to be less comfortable than properly adjusted drop bars.
03-01-24, 04:16 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,999
Posted By Camilo

Jeaaaazus. I'm not an expert on the English...

Jeaaaazus. I'm not an expert on the English language, but does the concept of "prescient" apply to this 40+ year old sketch and today on these forums?
https://youtu.be/ohDB5gbtaEQ?feature=shared
...
02-29-24, 11:19 PM
Replies: 90
Views: 2,584
Posted By Camilo

Did you check the alignment of the new derailleur...

Did you check the alignment of the new derailleur hanger with an alignment tool? New ones often (usually?) need tweaking.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-29-24, 11:08 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 671
Posted By Camilo

You mentioned setback above. Look at your...

You mentioned setback above. Look at your existing post and how the saddle sits on it - where it clamps onto the saddle rails. That will tell you if you need to get a post with the same or similar...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-29-24, 10:19 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,998
Posted By Camilo

I didn't get a new ENVE fork - that would be...

I didn't get a new ENVE fork - that would be aliasfox I was asking about my original, standard Lynskey fork that comes with the GR300. Because (a), the one I have really doesn't work well And (b)...
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