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03-21-24, 04:04 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 430
Posted By daniell

I am ashamed to say that I had nothing to support...

I am ashamed to say that I had nothing to support the underside of the rivet. Thanks for the reminder. For the price of the saddle, I should not have to come up with solutions.
03-21-24, 04:02 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 430
Posted By daniell

Screw together rivets sound like a good idea. I...

Screw together rivets sound like a good idea. I never thought of using Chicago screws. I don't know how flush they would be however.
03-20-24, 07:19 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 430
Posted By daniell

Brooks Saddle Revisited

Sometime ago I posted an issue with my B17 saddle. One of the steel rivets is no longer flush. As time goes by it is getting worse. I emailed Brooks. They responded by saying that I should hammer the...
03-19-24, 03:44 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 834
Posted By daniell

Years ago I wanted to replace the race of a Campy...

Years ago I wanted to replace the race of a Campy Nuova Record hub. They sold the part to do this. Nobody could tell me however how to get the worn race off.
02-08-24, 02:03 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,968
Posted By daniell

Let me say to you what my cardiologist said to me...

Let me say to you what my cardiologist said to me after quadruple bypass surgery. Soon the weather will be nice, and this will be a distant memory.
01-18-24, 03:42 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 382
Posted By daniell

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005M9BRPG/?coliid=I2G8U...

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B005M9BRPG/?coliid=I2G8UFETY3PY7X&colid=16YG64ZY4PXY5&psc=1&ref_=list_c_wl_lv_ov_lig_dp_it
01-07-24, 08:27 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 589
Posted By daniell

Rim brake squeal serves as my horn.

Rim brake squeal serves as my horn.
01-05-24, 03:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 832
Posted By daniell

I like doing everything myself. If I don't know...

I like doing everything myself. If I don't know how, I figure it out. There is no way however can I justify buying the necessary tool that would be used once every hundred years.
01-04-24, 05:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 832
Posted By daniell

Facing Bottom Brackets

I have watched numerous videos of people installing Hollowtech bottom brackets after removing the square taper ones. I have yet to see them being faced. Is facing really important?
12-02-23, 04:03 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,407
Posted By daniell

I am thinking of these brakes though reviews on...

I am thinking of these brakes though reviews on their stopping power are...
11-30-23, 06:59 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,407
Posted By daniell

Thanks for your informative reply. Even when I...

Thanks for your informative reply.
Even when I bought the bike, one brake block was all the way in and the other side was way out. Otherwise there was not enough clearance for the wheel. I am sorry...
11-30-23, 05:28 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,407
Posted By daniell

Since all 3 chainrings are worn, getting a 1 X...

Since all 3 chainrings are worn, getting a 1 X would enable me to change the shifter. I can then add new levers and install V brakes. Since the inception of this bike, both brakes were never...
11-29-23, 07:52 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,407
Posted By daniell

I should have mentioned. I think that the main...

I should have mentioned. I think that the main reason for the difficulty in the brake balancing it that the angle from the hanger to the brake is far from straight.
11-29-23, 06:45 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,407
Posted By daniell

I ran into a problem adjusting the front brake....

I ran into a problem adjusting the front brake. These are the Shimano Altus CT91 brake. It has an adjustment on one side. I turned the screw too hard and the screw now turns without grabbing. It goes...
11-28-23, 12:06 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,407
Posted By daniell

Keep in mind that I am using a 1.95 tire. I don't...

Keep in mind that I am using a 1.95 tire. I don't know whether those brakes will accommodate that tire.
11-28-23, 11:41 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,407
Posted By daniell

They are low end Shimano brakes. I once tried a...

They are low end Shimano brakes. I once tried a higher end brake and the reach came up short. The bike certainly is not worth spending for Paul brakes. It is a Giant ATX 770. The triple crankset...
11-28-23, 08:00 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,407
Posted By daniell

These are definitely for cantilever brakes. I...

These are definitely for cantilever brakes. I don't think that V brakes were available when these lever came out. The spring action on one side of the brake is very weak.
11-28-23, 07:33 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,407
Posted By daniell

Balancing Cantilever Brakes

I just finishing working on the rear cantilever brake. In order to balance it, I found it necessary to have the spring on one side in the middle hole and other side on a different hole to provide for...
11-23-23, 05:49 AM
Replies: 133
Views: 4,961
Posted By daniell

In NYC one big problem is that cars park in the...

In NYC one big problem is that cars park in the bike lanes.
10-25-23, 09:45 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 665
Posted By daniell

46 teeth, 36 teeth x 110mm

46 teeth, 36 teeth x 110mm
10-25-23, 09:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 665
Posted By daniell

Replacing 2 chainrings would probably cost me...

Replacing 2 chainrings would probably cost me more than an entire crank.
10-25-23, 09:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 665
Posted By daniell

Thanks for your informative reply. I am thinking...

Thanks for your informative reply. I am thinking of the options. Everything from finding another triple crankset to purchasing a new bicycle. I like the frame because it is steel.
10-23-23, 06:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 665
Posted By daniell

I stand corrected. I measured again and it was...

I stand corrected. I measured again and it was 50mm. Will I be able to change over to a Hollowtech ll bottom bracket?
10-23-23, 05:22 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 665
Posted By daniell

Thanks, I will take another measurement.

Thanks, I will take another measurement.
10-23-23, 04:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 665
Posted By daniell

Giant ATX 770 Bottom Bracket 73 X 118 ...

Giant ATX 770
Bottom Bracket 73 X 118
Replaced once with identical size
I was thinking of replacing it with Hollowtech ll bottom bracket.
10-23-23, 03:04 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 665
Posted By daniell

Determining Chainline

I have an old mountain bike which has a triple crank. Being that the chainrings need to be replaced, I am considering a 1 X setup. Measuring from the middle chainring, the chainline is 55mm. How...
10-17-23, 04:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 595
Posted By daniell

The two big chainrings are 110mm. I have not...

The two big chainrings are 110mm. I have not calculated the small one.
10-17-23, 05:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 595
Posted By daniell

I am looking for a 1 X crankset. According to my...

I am looking for a 1 X crankset. According to my measurement, I need a 55mm chainline. At this point, I don't know how to achieve this.
10-16-23, 04:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 595
Posted By daniell

That hub would be worth more than the bike.

That hub would be worth more than the bike.
10-16-23, 03:56 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 595
Posted By daniell

This is a mountain bike with cantilever brakes....

This is a mountain bike with cantilever brakes. The dropout space is 135mm. I may not be able to find non disc hubs. I see no reason why I cannot use them with rim brake rims. It is currently 8...
10-16-23, 01:26 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 595
Posted By daniell

I don't use the big ring anymore. The bike is...

I don't use the big ring anymore. The bike is more than 30 years old. The middle chainring has been replaced once. I am considering the following. Go single chainring and change entire drive train....
10-16-23, 12:34 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 595
Posted By daniell

Replace Chainring?

On my last ride the chain came off of the middle chain ring twice. Does the ring look...
10-14-23, 04:06 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 389
Posted By daniell

https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/71605...

https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/716051-servicing-removing-dust-caps-off-gr-9-pedals.html
I hope that the above link will help.
The pedals look like a good choice for my road bike. I...
10-03-23, 02:03 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,773
Posted By daniell

I currently have the two Brooks saddles. The Team...

I currently have the two Brooks saddles. The Team professional and the B17. I find both comfortable. I have one complaint about the B17 however. I should have purchased one with copper rivets. One of...
10-02-23, 02:34 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,773
Posted By daniell

Cheap Alternative To Brooks Saddles?

https://www.gusti-leather.com/bike/bike/saddles/
I just came across this site. Has anybody ridden on one of their saddles?
09-30-23, 03:01 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 557
Posted By daniell

Thanks for asking. After a ride, I get very...

Thanks for asking.
After a ride, I get very hungry and I then use the air fryer.
09-29-23, 03:52 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 557
Posted By daniell

Safe Wattage

I want to buy a new air fryer. My present one consumes 1,500 watts. The new one would consume 1,800 watts. The breakers are rated for 20 amps and the the voltage is 120. Would it be safe using the...
09-22-23, 04:20 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,167
Posted By daniell

I found an inexpensive flashlight that is working...

I found an inexpensive flashlight that is working out for me. I only ride during the day, and the strobe is quite noticeable. The rechargeable battery isn't replaceable, but for $10, I can buy...
09-15-23, 02:07 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,167
Posted By daniell

Only Daytime

Only Daytime
09-15-23, 01:29 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,111
Posted By daniell

I have only worn it on a ride once. It was an...

I have only worn it on a ride once. It was an eleven mile ride. It felt OK for me. Everyone has different standards and comfort levels. I guess it was like when I bought pizza for 99 cents. My...
09-15-23, 07:21 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,111
Posted By daniell

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256801440916955.ht...

https://www.aliexpress.us/item/3256801440916955.html?spm=a2g0o.productlist.main.81.502e63hm63hmaM&algo_pvid=1f64ebef-b679-4371-8757-7fcac19fce21&algo_exp_id=1f64ebef-b679-4371-8757-7fcac19fce21-40&pdp...
09-15-23, 07:11 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,111
Posted By daniell

For some reason I was not able to post a link. I...

For some reason I was not able to post a link. I will work on it.
09-15-23, 04:19 AM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,111
Posted By daniell

Cycling Jacket From Ali Express

I just received my cycling jacket from Ali Express. I am satisfied with my purchase. It arrived promptly. The only minor issue was that the zipper tab is on the left side. But for $18 I can easily...
09-12-23, 03:44 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,167
Posted By daniell

Flashlight As A Headlight

I would like to purchase a flashlight and use it as a headlight. I like the fact that they have replaceable batteries, and I think are built better. I would want to use it in Strobe Mode. Here is the...
09-11-23, 02:35 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,117
Posted By daniell

Follow Up

Today I saw the eye doctor. My treated eye went from 20/70 to 20/20. The lazy eye is 20/300. That eye is very near sided with a great deal of astigmatism and has a large cataract. I have to make a...
09-07-23, 02:37 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,117
Posted By daniell

I am doing fine and riding as usual. I need to...

I am doing fine and riding as usual. I need to take eye drops for another week. Monday I see (no pun intended) eye doctor. I have to decide whether I want to do the other eye.
08-21-23, 04:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,117
Posted By daniell

It has been one week since the cataract surgery....

It has been one week since the cataract surgery. Today the doctor gave me the OK to get back on the bike. Surprisingly I had no pain from the procedure. I don't like having to put drops into my eyes....
08-18-23, 04:45 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,455
Posted By daniell

Decades ago they had a plethora of what was...

Decades ago they had a plethora of what was called touring shoes. A few come to mind. Beta Bikers, Avocet, Sidi. What they all had in common were stiff soles. My $100 Five Ten will probably spend...
08-16-23, 05:17 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,455
Posted By daniell

The sole of my Freerider non pros are less stiff...

The sole of my Freerider non pros are less stiff than my sneakers. I would hate to buy the pro version and get stung again.
08-15-23, 11:59 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,117
Posted By daniell

Thanks for your reply. I am now looking for a...

Thanks for your reply.
I am now looking for a temporary solution. The doctor said that it is too early for a permanent solution. He will be testing my lazy eye to see how much correction is...
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