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03-25-24, 05:03 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 998
Posted By delbiker1

Go right to the root of the problem, divorce her.

Go right to the root of the problem, divorce her.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-25-24, 02:02 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 241
Posted By delbiker1

I have lived within a couple miles of the...

I have lived within a couple miles of the Atlantic for 48 years. I ride along coastal highway nearly everyday. I have never had a significant issue with corrosion. I am not obsessive about cleaning...
03-24-24, 05:56 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 661
Posted By delbiker1

Only one way to definitively find out for...

Only one way to definitively find out for yourself, pay to play.
03-22-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 259
Posted By delbiker1

IIRC, late 80’s Ochsner road bike with Columbus...

IIRC, late 80’s Ochsner road bike with Columbus Aelle tubing was 26.2.

Wrong 26.8
03-22-24, 02:50 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 27,521
Posted By delbiker1

I have spray painted couple of frames with...

I have spray painted couple of frames with Rustoleum. With proper technique and patience, good results can be achieved, but durability is not going to be very good. Numerous thin coats is better than...
03-19-24, 12:33 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 732
Posted By delbiker1

I recently mounted a DA 9000 group set, with C24...

I recently mounted a DA 9000 group set, with C24 wheels, on an Airborne Zeppelin titanium frameset. The bike is right at 17 lbs. with no accessories mounted. It is light, fast, and, to me, feels as...
03-15-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 396
Posted By delbiker1

Internal cabling can be a frustrating task. My...

Internal cabling can be a frustrating task. My Orbea Avant was quite difficult the first time, not too bad the second time, the third time, after learning to pull the slick lube tubing through the...
03-15-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 6,381
Posted By delbiker1

I have found tires with actual width of 27-30mm...

I have found tires with actual width of 27-30mm to be my pavement sweet spot. I do still have a couple sets of 26 mm gravel kings that I use occasionally. I like them much better on Hed Belgium rims,...
03-15-24, 02:34 AM
Replies: 122
Views: 3,827
Posted By delbiker1

I am pretty sure there are more than 2 types of...

I am pretty sure there are more than 2 types of riders that do not understand these posts.
03-14-24, 04:49 PM
Replies: 27,079
Views: 3,097,229
Posted By delbiker1

Another Delmarvalous springlike day. Took my...

Another Delmarvalous springlike day. Took my Orbea Avant out today, 25 miles. I have a V-O Porteur bar on it now, love the set up on this bike. I put a pair of GK semi-slick, 28mm, on the bike. I...
03-13-24, 11:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 285
Posted By delbiker1

I love riding my carbon fiber Orbea Avant. It has...

I love riding my carbon fiber Orbea Avant. It has a fine ride and handling with impeccable balance. It also has more noise than any of my other 4 bikes. I have eliminated most of what used to really...
03-09-24, 05:39 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,192
Posted By delbiker1

Shimano 105 7000 is really good. I have had a...

Shimano 105 7000 is really good. I have had a group set on a bike for 4 years and 8-10 thousand miles. Other than changing housing and cables, the only times I have made adjustments was when changing...
03-09-24, 07:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 748
Posted By delbiker1

It can make a large difference, i.e., comfort vs...

It can make a large difference, i.e., comfort vs non-comfort. Sometimes adjustments can be made, but nobody can make that determination from the original post. Are you sure you want a track bike?...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-24, 05:06 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,190
Posted By delbiker1

I have some interest in the next prototype.

I have some interest in the next prototype.
03-06-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,034
Posted By delbiker1

That is going to make a fine ride. I look forward...

That is going to make a fine ride. I look forward to seeing it all cleaned up and done with what you are going to do.
03-04-24, 07:42 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 5,677
Posted By delbiker1

“ I want to ride my bicycle I want to ride my...

“ I want to ride my bicycle
I want to ride my bike

I want to ride my bicycle
I want to ride it where I like”

Quoting Freddie Mercury
03-04-24, 02:33 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 534
Posted By delbiker1

You can replace the derailleur and the cassette...

You can replace the derailleur and the cassette for Shimano Hyperglide, HG, that are compatible with the Ultegra. I would get the GS, medium cage rear derailleur and either a CS- hg7000 or 8000...
03-04-24, 02:10 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 485
Posted By delbiker1

I will add that, IME, the visors do almost...

I will add that, IME, the visors do almost nothing but catch air. I am bald and, when riding, always have a hat on my head, usually a cycling cap with the short brim. The cap is easily moved to get...
03-02-24, 06:31 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 365
Posted By delbiker1

I think the best advice is the careful...

I think the best advice is the careful inspection, which I suspect is going to reveal no issues. Then clean and lube it, and make whatever changes you wish to make. Afterwards, ride it and post a...
03-02-24, 06:19 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,865
Posted By delbiker1

It is an aluminum steer tube, the drop outs have...

It is an aluminum steer tube, the drop outs have fender/rack eyelets, room for 32 mm tires, all reasons for the purchase. It also eliminates the toe overlap the bike had with the previous fork. I am...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-24, 03:11 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,134
Posted By delbiker1

Not a phenomena, been known for a long time. I...

Not a phenomena, been known for a long time. I relate this to drinking a quart of water before going to bed, then wondering why you have to get up to urinate. I have dealt with insomnia for as long...
03-02-24, 02:56 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,865
Posted By delbiker1

I can state the reasons for me to stop riding...

I can state the reasons for me to stop riding traditionally shaped drop bars are physical: chronic spinal and shoulder issues. I can ride those types of handlebars, but not for long, or without a...
02-28-24, 06:34 AM
Replies: 5,288
Views: 830,652
Posted By delbiker1

Oh, the simple pleasures of life, so important to...

Oh, the simple pleasures of life, so important to recognize, so easy for me to miss. My moment of the day for 2/27. The daffodils have burst through to the sun again....
02-28-24, 02:20 AM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,865
Posted By delbiker1

I am 71 and can no longer ride with traditionally...

I am 71 and can no longer ride with traditionally shaped dropped bars. I have gone to a couple different handlebars, with one still being a drop bar, the Ritchey Beacon bar, 80mm drop, 65mm reach and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-24, 06:15 AM
Replies: 2,317
Views: 346,227
Posted By delbiker1

The above Cannondale is nicely done. I have an...

The above Cannondale is nicely done. I have an affinity for orange bikes. Just me, but I would lose the light blue bar tape for black, gray or orange.
02-27-24, 06:04 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,120
Posted By delbiker1

Easily fixed with a new saddle. Broken human body...

Easily fixed with a new saddle. Broken human body not so easily fixed. I have numerous spares, I will send you one for the cost of shipping, $12-15. It is an Oval, I believe that is Fuji's brand, and...
02-27-24, 05:53 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,267
Posted By delbiker1

I learnt they need to be replaced.

I learnt they need to be replaced.
02-26-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,085
Posted By delbiker1

Buyers remorse always involves a bit of being...

Buyers remorse always involves a bit of being unreasonable. It starts with the purchase.
02-25-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 6,102
Views: 544,255
Posted By delbiker1

I am eating a snack after about 25 miles split...

I am eating a snack after about 25 miles split between my Poprad and Orbea Avant. This moment realized I was not ready to sit and do this. Guess I will get on my Airborne Zeppelin, that now covers...
02-21-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 602
Posted By delbiker1

Mounting tires/tubes efficiently and properly...

Mounting tires/tubes efficiently and properly takes some practice and experience. Watch a couple of videos, like on parktools.com, to get the general idea. Then it is a matter doing it enough to get...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-24, 05:06 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 3,194
Posted By delbiker1

I have a 2003 or 4 Airborne Zeppelin that I...

I have a 2003 or 4 Airborne Zeppelin that I bought used in 2017, stock with 6500 group set. It is presently a 1 X drive train with 12 speed cassette, bar end shifters in friction mode, Tektro brake...
02-19-24, 03:13 PM
Replies: 94
Views: 3,020
Posted By delbiker1

Here's a suggestion, just go ahead and buy...

Here's a suggestion, just go ahead and buy whatever you think is best off the internet. Do not seek advice from a bike forum or bike shop. After you have your wheels mounted on your bike and take the...
02-16-24, 01:48 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,214
Posted By delbiker1

I have found a bit more glue, a little more time...

I have found a bit more glue, a little more time to dry, and I think humidity affects that. In warm, humid air, I will put a bit of weight on the patch while it dries, Not fact, but to me, it seems...
02-16-24, 09:24 AM
Replies: 424
Views: 12,716
Posted By delbiker1

I guess I got a touch of this ism. Though, I tell...

I guess I got a touch of this ism. Though, I tell myself it is just curiosity. I have a 9000 Dura Ace group, minus the cranks set, with a set of C24 wheels, that I acquired from a friend. I purchased...
02-15-24, 01:29 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 837
Posted By delbiker1

Got no time for waxing sublime. My chains are...

Got no time for waxing sublime. My chains are fine, and my bikes don't mind. Rags enough for the end of my time.
02-15-24, 03:25 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,098
Posted By delbiker1

I live in flat land Delaware. I have a bike set...

I live in flat land Delaware. I have a bike set up as 1X: 6750 crankset with just a 44 tooth narrow-wide ring, cassette is 11 speed 11-34. I love this set up for my area. I occasionally need to get...
02-12-24, 03:56 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 559
Posted By delbiker1

I went from 8 to 5 by giving 3 bikes to...

I went from 8 to 5 by giving 3 bikes to family/friend. The 5 I have left I am having difficulty deciding what's next. I really like riding all of them, and would certainly remember the ride they had,...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,056
Posted By delbiker1

I like modern components on classic frame sets....

I like modern components on classic frame sets. If I was doing this, I would be getting the 11 speed 105 7000. Just me, but I would not have a problem with buying a 4700 Tiagra group, but I would not...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-10-24, 06:06 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 401
Posted By delbiker1

I've got no advice for your pricing. But, pretty...

I've got no advice for your pricing. But, pretty much all rim brake mechanical groups are being sold for what I would call low dollars. I sure understand not wanting to sell for less than you think...
02-10-24, 05:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 912
Posted By delbiker1

That is a shame, I am curious as to the amount of...

That is a shame, I am curious as to the amount of mileage when the separation happened, and, if not many miles, was Hutchinson was contacted about the issue. I admit to hardly ever doing this,myself....
02-09-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 664
Posted By delbiker1

I have used Evaporust, but not a lot. It worked...

I have used Evaporust, but not a lot. It worked fine for the applications I used it on. I know I used on a frame for some surface rust, I was impressed. I have used it on other bike parts and other...
02-09-24, 05:54 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 555
Posted By delbiker1

First of all, make sure it is a Scapin KS-25?...

First of all, make sure it is a Scapin KS-25? Putting a "more modern group set" on vintage bikes is done by a lot of cyclists. It is only wrong if you think it is wrong. I have no comment on value,...
02-09-24, 05:46 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 396
Posted By delbiker1

Being that the big ring is 48 tooth, I think it...

Being that the big ring is 48 tooth, I think it will likely be fine. I am using a 6700 short cage RD with 6750 crank that has a 48-36 rings. I believe that derailleur's stated limit is 28. I have run...
02-08-24, 03:59 PM
Replies: 424
Views: 12,716
Posted By delbiker1

When you start asking for a friend.

When you start asking for a friend.
02-07-24, 08:54 PM
Replies: 480
Views: 19,702
Posted By delbiker1

Giving kudos to L26, the thread starter. He...

Giving kudos to L26, the thread starter. He played, he got what he got, then apparently was wise enough to drop out.
02-07-24, 07:14 PM
Replies: 5,288
Views: 830,652
Posted By delbiker1

I had a nice day with a 25 mile ride on my Orbea...

I had a nice day with a 25 mile ride on my Orbea Avant, tried a new to me place for lunch, and fixed myself some fine dining, beef sirloin medallion and homemade crab cake. ...
02-07-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,552
Posted By delbiker1

Today's faux pas was going to shift onto the big...

Today's faux pas was going to shift onto the big ring and it would not go. My first thought was "what now" , I looked down and hit the lever again, nothing. Oh yeah, I did not re-attach the cable...
02-07-24, 09:59 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 2,597
Posted By delbiker1

I believe the Wolf Tooth Road Link will work with...

I believe the Wolf Tooth Road Link will work with your derailleur. It just attaches to the present dr mount, then the dr mounts to it. All it really does is keep the chain further from the cassette...
02-07-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 893
Posted By delbiker1

I never stated the bike had a 44 mm head tube,...

I never stated the bike had a 44 mm head tube, and did not bring that into the thread. Confusion is understated and widespread, especially among the perfect. Please stop using your confusion as...
02-07-24, 07:15 AM
Replies: 94
Views: 2,597
Posted By delbiker1

Isn't the rear DR a medium cage. I am pretty sure...

Isn't the rear DR a medium cage. I am pretty sure the max is larger than 30.

What I am using: a compact double, 6750, that I switched the big ring out for a 46 tooth. The rear derailleur is a 6600...
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