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03-18-24, 07:58 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 266
Posted By zandoval

And its not just the price. The quality of the...

And its not just the price. The quality of the tires, even with respectable manufacturers, is questionable.

I had to send a new Passela tire back when I noticed its wire bead was exposed. I never...
03-18-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 175
Posted By zandoval

Gee... I got about four of these that look just...

Gee... I got about four of these that look just like it... Broken in half... Ha

Just get some aluminum headset spacers. The notch and holes are not really that important. The space it occupies...
03-18-24, 04:48 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 290
Posted By zandoval

Wow... What kind of methods are allowed in Japan...

Wow... What kind of methods are allowed in Japan for you to defend yourself? I have heard they are pretty strict...
03-18-24, 04:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 290
Posted By zandoval

Your Buddy? Or the Cougar? ...

Your Buddy? Or the Cougar?

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03-18-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 290
Posted By zandoval

I once had a Long Horn running with me inside its...

I once had a Long Horn running with me inside its barbwire fence. Then suddenly, NO FENCE! It had been knocked down by some late night driver. Still the Long Horn just continued to run with me inside...
03-18-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 523
Posted By zandoval

Yep... My Bars are clean. But I have seen...

Yep... My Bars are clean. But I have seen worse...


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03-18-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 403
Posted By zandoval

Yep, as I have gotten older changes in my bikes...

Yep, as I have gotten older changes in my bikes set up has become critical. It is ridiculous! Just a few millimeters can make a difference now.

And then again, our Baby Blue Ted Williams...
03-17-24, 07:57 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 331
Posted By zandoval

https://youtu.be/X6s-rtAkjKA?si=kBT664BZyoGtnue7 ...

https://youtu.be/X6s-rtAkjKA?si=kBT664BZyoGtnue7

Yep... I remember a kid freezing like a deer in the headlights on a local trail just like you described. After coming to a stop, and before I could...
03-15-24, 10:26 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 733
Posted By zandoval

Looks like a bad tire... ...

Looks like a bad tire...

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03-14-24, 03:23 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 3,407
Posted By zandoval

I often shudder when remembering the rides I have...

I often shudder when remembering the rides I have made with no tools or back up.

Pure Idiocy...
Replies: 6
Views: 231
Posted By zandoval

Welcome to the forum... Do you ride?

Welcome to the forum... Do you ride?
03-13-24, 05:21 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 715
Posted By zandoval

Fun, Fun, FUN! Don't know if you hand brush paint...

Fun, Fun, FUN! Don't know if you hand brush paint your frames but this is an excellent bike to test and improve your hand brush skills.

Search "bikeforums.net:hand+paint+frame"

I would go with...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-13-24, 04:53 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,367
Posted By zandoval

The Food Lady has spoken... ...

The Food Lady has spoken...
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“Well, honey... I’ll bet Todd...
03-13-24, 04:45 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 1,390
Posted By zandoval

Several times I have taken my 1964 Western Auto...

Several times I have taken my 1964 Western Auto Beam Type Torque Wrench over to a local shop and compared its reading to higher quality wrenches. It has been for the most part, spot on! But then...
Forum: Touring
03-12-24, 10:39 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 723
Posted By zandoval

I once noted a front wheel, a seat and a water...

I once noted a front wheel, a seat and a water bottle, propped against a wall next to the receptionist at my wife's cardiologists office... Yep...
Forum: Touring
03-12-24, 07:12 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 723
Posted By zandoval

14.5 pounds of bicycle and 22 pounds of lock and...

14.5 pounds of bicycle and 22 pounds of lock and chain...

Rats! Its hopeless...

And dont think using an old beater is any better. In Galveston they steal bikes just to stay in practice...
03-12-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,525
Posted By zandoval

The biggest enemies of my current rides is simply...

The biggest enemies of my current rides is simply my abilities. I am not the same person I was. It has been a lesson hard learned but I am dealing with it. So I Adapt, Overcome, and Improvise.
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Replies: 52
Views: 5,548
Posted By zandoval

Ha.. Allot has to do with which Doctor you are...

Ha.. Allot has to do with which Doctor you are talking about... Yep...

Be careful. Adapt your method of ride to your true abilities... BRAVO!
03-12-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 309
Posted By zandoval

Taking apart a Freewheel to clean it out or...

Taking apart a Freewheel to clean it out or repair can be done. For me it is only reserved for a precious Rigina or a 60s Suntour. I have taken freewheels and cleaned them out by soaking them in ATF...
Forum: Framebuilders
03-11-24, 11:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 416
Posted By zandoval

I saw literally a fork in the same condition a...

I saw literally a fork in the same condition a few years ago. Even the same color, Wow. Both the drops outs were in place and firm but did not show decent brazing. Anyway the guy latter fixed it by...
03-11-24, 10:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 309
Posted By zandoval

Sometimes when they put that freewheel on the hub...

Sometimes when they put that freewheel on the hub they dont use antiseize compound so it can be difficult to remove. If thats the case then I would squirt a liberal amount of PB-Blaster on junction...
Forum: Introductions
03-11-24, 04:47 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 220
Posted By zandoval

Yes... Stationed at Vicenza in the Mid 70's. Made...

Yes... Stationed at Vicenza in the Mid 70's. Made it to Trento on one ride. Only 100 km but it was a long ride and mostly UP! Please post what ever you find and your progress. The "L'Eroica" in...
Forum: Introductions
03-11-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 220
Posted By zandoval

Fantastico... I am really interested in...

Fantastico...

I am really interested in knowing if it is just as hard to find Vintage bicycle components in Italy as it is here in the USA.

How far north of Vicenza are you?

Are Italians...
03-10-24, 12:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 296
Posted By zandoval

Very VERY Nice! I did note that you kept the...

Very VERY Nice!

I did note that you kept the Dork Disk. A totally useless piece of safety equipment till it isn't... Ha

Yep... After wrecking two derailleurs and trashing the spokes on three...
03-10-24, 11:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 531
Posted By zandoval

I just highlighted and copied the list into my...

I just highlighted and copied the list into my browser and viewed the images. Very nice looking tire designs.

And more then that its nice to know they are still making new tires. Often I wonder...
03-10-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 622
Posted By zandoval

You are right, sorry... For lack of a better...

You are right, sorry... For lack of a better term. I was confused as to weather it was the Crank with Spindle or Crank arms. So I just called the whole Kit and Caboodle an armature. I guess I could...
03-09-24, 07:01 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 461
Posted By zandoval

Finland... Ain't that just north of Texarkana?

Finland... Ain't that just north of Texarkana?
03-09-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 461
Posted By zandoval

I once quietly and politely held my breath at a...

I once quietly and politely held my breath at a conference as my wife squashed my elbow to prevent me from mouthing off.

I was listening to someone complain about the cost of the damage to their...
03-09-24, 01:07 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 154
Posted By zandoval

I have not yet successfully used SIS mode;...

I have not yet successfully used SIS mode; however, I have never had matching components. For example a matching, SIS Shifter, SIS Derailleur, and SIS Freewheel... SIS Chain?

After many many hours...
03-09-24, 12:58 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 622
Posted By zandoval

Sorry... Little confused... Is the crank armature...

Sorry... Little confused... Is the crank armature doing the wiggle or the crank arms?
03-08-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 2,995
Posted By zandoval

Seat? Who needs a seat? That was the old...

Seat? Who needs a seat?
That was the old days... Ha

Now days my balance is so bad I have to stay in the seat just to stay up. For me its a sitting spinning climb into the hill, transitioning into...
03-08-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 288
Posted By zandoval

First I have heard of a program like this. ...

First I have heard of a program like this.

Over in Austin Texas I think they may have already changed over because I dont remember seeing any grates aligned longitudinally to the road. Over in San...
03-08-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 430
Posted By zandoval

The search engine inside the forum can be complex...

The search engine inside the forum can be complex and tedious till you get used to it. Often using a google type search can reveal more sources.

Example

bikeforums.net:mirror
or...
03-07-24, 11:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 430
Posted By zandoval

Heres a post 10wheels made a few years ago. I...

Heres a post 10wheels made a few years ago. I have been using the Glove Mirror since then. You could use that till you make up your mind which type ya want...
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03-07-24, 10:51 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 121
Posted By zandoval

Welcome to the forum. Which Alibabba Hub are...

Welcome to the forum.

Which Alibabba Hub are you asking about? Will not an M10 Wing Nut do? Alibabba has many of those in Steel, Brass, and aluminum.

Another solution might be to buy vintage...
03-07-24, 10:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 487
Posted By zandoval

Bravo... Mark it... Measure it from top of Seat...

Bravo... Mark it... Measure it from top of Seat to bottom peddle. Then from the top of your Hoods to the center of your seat. Write it down in your book of measurements. This may be the most...
03-07-24, 10:05 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,679
Posted By zandoval

I routinely wear regular shorts over my padded...

I routinely wear regular shorts over my padded bike shorts. I like the pockets and the coverage. I do have to be selective in finding shorts with a high waist and wide gusset so I dont wear out the...
03-07-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 702
Posted By zandoval

In some people a fancy helmet will allow them to...

In some people a fancy helmet will allow them to go faster.

Unfortunately for this old geaser... Nope...
03-07-24, 07:49 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,224
Posted By zandoval

I have been using the Leyzne mini pump for over...

I have been using the Leyzne mini pump for over 12 years. It fits Shrader and Presta and is light weight, simple, and does not loose too much air at removal. Here is a ChiCom copy thats about 12 USD...
03-07-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 499
Posted By zandoval

As a health care provider and an old guy who...

As a health care provider and an old guy who suffers osteoarthritis pain Voltarin has not helped much at all. I have seen it work well in those who are not active. Maybe thats the ticket. It is a...
03-07-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 955
Posted By zandoval

But ya see... That is why you enjoy it so much......

But ya see... That is why you enjoy it so much... Ha
03-07-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 955
Posted By zandoval

When I get that twitch its a sure sign of an...

When I get that twitch its a sure sign of an impending CHARLIE HORSE!

Back off stud. What s the rush. I know ya want to go, Go, GO, but take a step back old Geaser. Enjoy the ride. Getting back...
03-07-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 190
Posted By zandoval

First I have heard of them. I wonder about this....

First I have heard of them. I wonder about this. If you do get a puncture its probably going to leak a bit before it self seals. Do you then need to top off the air pressure and of course inspect the...
03-05-24, 11:05 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,702
Posted By zandoval

Ya do what ya have to do in order to ride. ...

Ya do what ya have to do in order to ride.

For me it was switching over to Bull Horn bars. I use friction shifters on the stem or down tube so it was no problem. If you are still using the down...
Forum: Touring
03-04-24, 04:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 471
Posted By zandoval

Times that are coming... That Bar Code on...

Times that are coming...

That Bar Code on the forehead is fast approaching...
03-03-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 385
Posted By zandoval

Can I take it out for a ride? ...

Can I take it out for a ride?
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/300x207/stempy_18609f8f01a44f3efcb0cebd3888a2192dfb7be5.jpgNO! Its Mine!Great work... Bike is fantastic...
03-03-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 263
Posted By zandoval

Starting a Bike Rental place is probably easeir...

Starting a Bike Rental place is probably easeir then starting a Non-profit Bike Rental Place. Looks like you have more then a few Bike Shops in Peoria. Ya all even have a Co-Op. Strange...

Hey......
03-03-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,327
Posted By zandoval

As I remember shifting out of the seat was more...

As I remember shifting out of the seat was more stable with some contact on the seat. Do note Sifting Up or Down with power on the pedals has been often tedious at low RPM...
03-01-24, 01:25 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,457
Posted By zandoval

For my bikes I routinely have made the transition...

For my bikes I routinely have made the transition to 34T. Some times it requires a change to a Long Cage Rear Derailleur. It also may require getting a longer chain or just adding a few more links to...
03-01-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 312
Posted By zandoval

Hey... Nice Pics...

Hey... Nice Pics...
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