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Forum: Touring
04-19-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 317
Posted By Thulsadoom

It's very well-compacted cinders. Unpaved, but...

It's very well-compacted cinders. Unpaved, but very well maintained.
Forum: Framebuilders
04-09-24, 05:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 266
Posted By Thulsadoom

Weldable?

2002 Trek 520. So I assume it's 4130 chromoly. This is where the down tube meets the head tube. Fixable? ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-09-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,247
Posted By Thulsadoom

A couple of band-aids should fix this right up! ...

A couple of band-aids should fix this right up!
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 04:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,247
Posted By Thulsadoom

I bought the bike new. It's been repainted...

I bought the bike new. It's been repainted several times. It has over 55,000 miles on it so I'm not especially interested in a warranty claim, I mean...c'mon. I just thought it was a strange place to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 12:22 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,247
Posted By Thulsadoom

Ever seen a frame crack here? 2002 Trek 520

My trusty 520. I haven't had a load on the front in years and yet this is what I found today after my ride. It just seems like a strange place for a crack---the lower tube right at and into the head...
Forum: Touring
03-20-24, 03:27 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,602
Posted By Thulsadoom

These little gems: ...

These little gems:
...
Forum: Touring
03-12-24, 11:46 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,139
Posted By Thulsadoom

That's an interesting point. I've had to replace...

That's an interesting point. I've had to replace chains, cassettes, a rear wheel, a seat with a broken rail, brake pads, etc. But I've probably had more problems with zippers while on tour than...
Forum: Touring
03-11-24, 07:35 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 181
Posted By Thulsadoom

I started in July and still I had to ride through...

I started in July and still I had to ride through some snow. It was nothing that bothered me and in fact was kind of fun. You never know what's going to hit up in the high mountain passes, no matter...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-09-24, 12:36 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 17,199
Posted By Thulsadoom

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-06-24, 05:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 367
Posted By Thulsadoom

I put on this one: ...

I put on this one:
...
Forum: Touring
03-04-24, 03:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 317
Posted By Thulsadoom

Lots of resupply points. Generally a town or...

Lots of resupply points. Generally a town or settlement every fifteen miles or so. There are free maps at many of the stops. It's about the most accommodating tour I can think of.
Forum: Touring
02-25-24, 01:58 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 674
Posted By Thulsadoom

There's a bus. Clinton County Public Transport....

There's a bus. Clinton County Public Transport. I've never ridden it myself, but I've heard they allow bikes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-22-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,987
Posted By Thulsadoom

Just what the world needs, more hypersensitivity....

Just what the world needs, more hypersensitivity. For godsake don't be friendly, you're bound to offend someone.
Forum: Commuting
02-15-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 313
Posted By Thulsadoom

If any part of the tube gets under the bead of...

If any part of the tube gets under the bead of the tire, it'll push the tire bead off the rim when you inflate. You've gotta try and situate the tube inside the tire as evenly as you can with your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-23, 02:51 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 4,749
Posted By Thulsadoom

Just curious---what happened the instant before...

Just curious---what happened the instant before the hangar "shattered"? Was there some sort of incident, or did it just spontaneously explode into so many pieces it was completely unrecognizable?...
Forum: Touring
12-05-23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,763
Posted By Thulsadoom

Having just stumbled onto this thread, I'm still...

Having just stumbled onto this thread, I'm still trying to figure out what's wrong with the OP's rack. Is that tape holding it together?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-23, 12:56 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 986
Posted By Thulsadoom

Here: ...

Here: https://wheelsmfg.com/derailleur-hanger-tech-help
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-08-23, 03:26 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,225
Posted By Thulsadoom

I tuned up my winter bike and rode it twice this...

I tuned up my winter bike and rode it twice this week. Sorted my winter clothes. Bring it on.
Forum: Touring
11-05-23, 04:44 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,187
Posted By Thulsadoom

What's your plan for the tour? Are you planning...

What's your plan for the tour? Are you planning on staying on the roads or are you venturing off pavement? How many days do you think it'll take? Where do you plan on staying while you're away from...
Forum: Touring
11-02-23, 03:07 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,187
Posted By Thulsadoom

You could park it at one of the campgrounds....

You could park it at one of the campgrounds. Easier than carrying it around with you.
Forum: Touring
10-21-23, 03:05 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 2,816
Posted By Thulsadoom

V-blogging and off-pavement touring. Most...

V-blogging and off-pavement touring.

Most people nowadays can't do anything without a camera in their face. They vlog and make videos. Check out youtube and you'll see. Might be why Crazyguy is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-15-23, 11:14 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 708
Posted By Thulsadoom

Huffy Rock Creek 29er bottom bracket

Within 200 miles there was play. Readjust-adjust-adjust--no joy. 50 miles down the road it's sloppy.

Square taper. Cup and cone. 9 caged bearings on each side. Lots of flaking on the bearings and...
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
09-13-23, 09:37 AM
Replies: 82
Views: 5,132
Posted By Thulsadoom

I get the feeling that Kuss doesn't particularly...

I get the feeling that Kuss doesn't particularly like the spotlight.
Forum: Touring
09-07-23, 02:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,012
Posted By Thulsadoom

I rode it couple of weeks ago. Missouri has done...

I rode it couple of weeks ago. Missouri has done a great job with the Katy Trail. Someone should get a medal.

In Sedalia the route gets a little weird as it goes through town, watch the arrows...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-23, 11:47 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 602
Posted By Thulsadoom

poor little squirrel.,,

poor little squirrel.,,
Forum: Touring
07-27-23, 12:25 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,259
Posted By Thulsadoom

I've had the best luck with Kenda Kwest 100 psi...

I've had the best luck with Kenda Kwest 100 psi tires on my bike trailers. Best mileage (around 2000-2500 miles) and good durability for the price. I'd run the 1.5 inchers if it were me.
Forum: Touring
07-27-23, 10:25 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,793
Posted By Thulsadoom

Fun to dream.

Fun to dream.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
07-18-23, 12:42 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 955
Posted By Thulsadoom

The guy who punched Merckx was fined one franc.

The guy who punched Merckx was fined one franc.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-14-23, 01:31 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 5,735
Posted By Thulsadoom

I liked my SA Titanico until the rails bent and...

I liked my SA Titanico until the rails bent and one eventually broke.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
06-25-23, 03:25 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,059
Posted By Thulsadoom

Probably gonna have to get more upright. Raise...

Probably gonna have to get more upright. Raise and/or bring the bars closer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-23, 03:16 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 808
Posted By Thulsadoom

Unfortunately, you might have a tough time...

Unfortunately, you might have a tough time finding the o-ring, most shops will sell you a new pump but don't stock the o-ring. You can buy one on-line but between the price and the shipping you'll...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-22-23, 10:11 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 972
Posted By Thulsadoom

I'd measure the distance from the inside of each...

I'd measure the distance from the inside of each pedal to the front downtube.
Forum: Introductions
06-18-23, 09:33 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 285
Posted By Thulsadoom

No, it doesn't. There is an element of danger in...

No, it doesn't. There is an element of danger in racing bicycles, as there is an element of danger in almost all types of racing. It has to be accepted at some point.
Forum: Touring
06-14-23, 04:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 872
Posted By Thulsadoom

It all depends on the weather. If it's hot and...

It all depends on the weather. If it's hot and dry, most of the trail is solid as pavement and you could ride it with road racing tires if you wanted. When it gets wet, it gets loose and you'll want...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-09-23, 06:06 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,348
Posted By Thulsadoom

Some of you people are in a weird place. Like...

Some of you people are in a weird place. Like somehow I'm as much to blame or possibly even entirely to blame because I trusted this guy. Like I'm this horrible aggressive ogre by putting the poor...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-06-23, 03:07 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,348
Posted By Thulsadoom

Okee-dokee. I’m back. Gee, isn’t this...

Okee-dokee. I’m back. Gee, isn’t this fun?!?!Let’s play a game. We’ll call it “Hmm”.
After I filled out the consignment form, the guy says to take a picture of it with my phone so I have a record....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-23, 04:51 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,348
Posted By Thulsadoom

Hmmm. Admittedly a dumb post. Too late to delete....

Hmmm. Admittedly a dumb post. Too late to delete. Forget I said anything.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-30-23, 03:42 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 4,348
Posted By Thulsadoom

Local bike shop screwed me!

Last fall I had a Specialized Hot Rock bike sitting around my garage. Grandson outgrew it. Excellent shape, $500 new. So I took it to a local bike shop to see if they wanted it. I would've sold it to...
Forum: Touring
05-28-23, 05:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,900
Posted By Thulsadoom

Can't imagine why you'd think you have to use NOS...

Can't imagine why you'd think you have to use NOS parts to stay "safe".
Forum: Road Cycling
05-28-23, 12:31 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,224
Posted By Thulsadoom

I rode an 03 Vigorelli for years and many...

I rode an 03 Vigorelli for years and many thousands of miles. I loved that thing. All Ultegra. Nothing ever went wrong with that bike.
Forum: Living Car Free
05-25-23, 01:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,154
Posted By Thulsadoom

Neat little trick is to buy a used kiddee trailer...

Neat little trick is to buy a used kiddee trailer for cheap, strip it right down to flatbed, wheels and tow bar, and bolt-on a tote. Voila, perfect cargo trailer....
Forum: Touring
04-12-23, 05:11 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,382
Posted By Thulsadoom

Any one of those routes is very scenic. You're...

Any one of those routes is very scenic. You're going to have to cross the Rockies and Sierras, with a big, dry area in between, one way or the other. I would just ride to Pueblo and decide then,...
Forum: Touring
04-08-23, 07:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,171
Posted By Thulsadoom

I'd personally change the shifters, which is an...

I'd personally change the shifters, which is an easy job, but otherwise it looks like a great touring bike for a heck of a deal! A much better bike than I started on, that's for sure.
Forum: Touring
04-04-23, 04:01 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 557
Posted By Thulsadoom

Sunrace M10 thumbies will work. They're only 12...

Sunrace M10 thumbies will work. They're only 12 bucks or so.
Forum: Touring
04-02-23, 12:29 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,459
Posted By Thulsadoom

The only time a headwind is at your back is when...

The only time a headwind is at your back is when your head is up your ass.

Seriously, though, having ridden coast to coast in both directions my opinion is it's a coin flip.

Can't imagine why...
Forum: Long Distance Competition/Ultracycling, Randonneuring and Endurance Cycling
04-01-23, 04:05 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,211
Posted By Thulsadoom

I did a couple of 12 hour races out there a few...

I did a couple of 12 hour races out there a few years back. The Saratoga 12/24. That was a lot of fun. I don't think that shop was there then.
Forum: Touring
03-30-23, 06:47 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,777
Posted By Thulsadoom

This guy: ...

This guy:

https://www.crazyguyonabike.com/doc/?o=3d2&doc_id=23455&v=2YR

toured all the way around the US perimeter with a cpap.
Forum: Introductions
03-11-23, 11:30 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 270
Posted By Thulsadoom

Welcome!

Welcome!
Forum: Touring
02-19-23, 11:39 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 3,122
Posted By Thulsadoom

Maybe it's just the angle of the pics but it...

Maybe it's just the angle of the pics but it seems odd that you'd be comfortable riding with the saddle at that height and not be able to stand over the top tube when stopped...


EDIT: Ach, I was...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-05-23, 05:40 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 2,970
Posted By Thulsadoom

Active humans have known about the benefits of...

Active humans have known about the benefits of regular stretching for centuries. Bicycle riders who never stretch are just lazy.
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