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Forum: Mountain Biking
04-23-22, 08:59 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 732
Posted By North Coast Joe

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1818x1728/2abc4779_4106_4b68_8a21_eb150242ba45_ced7a8e421eabe7570dc56e082e8cf1e330030eb.jpeg
Here’s a photo of a 2011 3900 Disc with a Topeka...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-28-21, 05:24 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 4,405
Posted By North Coast Joe

Get yourself a nice pair of 559 rims, Renee Herse...

Get yourself a nice pair of 559 rims, Renee Herse tires and a choice of thousands of frame styles for the same effect. And, much easier.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-07-21, 03:26 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,824
Posted By North Coast Joe

It is pretty much mandatory riding a rigid or...

It is pretty much mandatory riding a rigid or hardtail through the woods! I bet I spend at least 50% of my time above or behind my saddle. And I wouldn't know how to bunny hop without standing!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-09-21, 07:38 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,562
Posted By North Coast Joe

I'm an old guy, too, and just got more life...

I'm an old guy, too, and just got more life sucked out of me by the OP. I was having so much fun that I didn't realize my life was not adequate. Do we get do-overs?
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-15-20, 03:20 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 440
Posted By North Coast Joe

I'm glad it did help, at least with the decision...

I'm glad it did help, at least with the decision to just replace it! I can recommend what I purchased, but don't know about all the others out there. I did look at Phil and Chris King, but they were...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-14-20, 03:54 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 440
Posted By North Coast Joe

I have a 2011 3900, but replaced the headset with...

I have a 2011 3900, but replaced the headset with an aftermarket cartridge many moons ago.

If I remember correctly the original was a caged ball bearing type, in which case most online headset...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
04-14-20, 03:43 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,250
Posted By North Coast Joe

You might look into powder coating the frames...

You might look into powder coating the frames since you're thinking a paint shop anyway. Way more durable and usually very handsome.

Vendors on eBay handle lots of Chinese parts for cruisers and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-17-20, 04:15 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 3,005
Posted By North Coast Joe

FWIW and no recommendations here, I'm running 26...

FWIW and no recommendations here, I'm running 26 x 2.1 Vee 10s @ 20-25 PSI on a pair of Mavic DH19's. My studded 2.1 tires are Innova, run at the same low pressure and also fit the rims. No issues or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-20-19, 05:10 AM
Replies: 161
Views: 25,770
Posted By North Coast Joe

I left the road (for the most part) about three...

I left the road (for the most part) about three years ago for all of your reasons (and a few different ones).

Overwhelmingly the sense of family based responsibility as primary income source (only...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-11-19, 05:05 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 12,529
Posted By North Coast Joe

This works well most of the time! I also inflate...

This works well most of the time! I also inflate them to max pressure afterwards, then back them off to riding pressure after a few minutes. I've had less tire/tube slippage on the rim due to hard...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-18-19, 03:29 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 6,977
Posted By North Coast Joe

Can't help with Carver fork information. ...

Can't help with Carver fork information.

I've had 8 years so far out of my Soma Fabrications rigid replacement. Absolutely no installation, handling or maintenance issues. This is on a bike that I...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-28-19, 07:11 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,842
Posted By North Coast Joe

My sympathies, anyway. It's just...

My sympathies, anyway.

It's just disheartening to have an activity you enjoy doing lessened by interpersonal relationships. When I find I'm working so hard at the interaction with the people that...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-28-19, 03:37 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 38,092
Posted By North Coast Joe

This is only my third year "in the woods" coming...

This is only my third year "in the woods" coming there from a roadie's experience . Just some more info which may influence my choices, I'm 67 and not racing, really not group riding either. Picking...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-19, 03:09 PM
Replies: 156
Views: 21,100
Posted By North Coast Joe

What a thread! It's not even Winter yet!

What a thread! It's not even Winter yet!
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-08-19, 04:38 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,248
Posted By North Coast Joe

Sympathies! But from the wording above, your shop...

Sympathies! But from the wording above, your shop may be your best option.

It sounds like you've mistaken the derailleur cage for the hanger. The hanger is a replaceable rigid mount for the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-08-19, 03:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 3,772
Posted By North Coast Joe

A noble undertaking! I find them very useful,...

A noble undertaking! I find them very useful, both on the road (esp. intersections) and in the woods (esp. when on a new-to-you singletrack).

I've never looked for any you tube, or other help, but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-29-19, 07:47 AM
Replies: 21,711
Views: 3,063,508
Posted By North Coast Joe

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I'm glad Kevin...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-14-19, 08:21 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,530
Posted By North Coast Joe

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/1af073c0_56fa_49f4_b9e5_bf4a952eb153_bdf181ee0bd464db0f30fadb1ca1fbdef1735cb5.jpeg

Here’s an old 26er that’s along the same line of...
Forum: Mountain Biking
07-12-19, 02:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,692
Posted By North Coast Joe

Hurray!! I qualify on the wash basis! The park...

Hurray!! I qualify on the wash basis! The park trails were muddier than I anticipated, so the wash was required. I didn't tear anything up out there, just a couple unavoidable mud pits along the way....
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-18-19, 03:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,445
Posted By North Coast Joe

Been pretty wet in our neck o' the woods! ...

Been pretty wet in our neck o' the woods!

Awesome, Dad!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-19, 02:06 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,561
Posted By North Coast Joe

I've had a little experience down this road. As I...

I've had a little experience down this road. As I understand it, yellow lenses increase contrast, and are usually used in foggy, or overcast or otherwise murky visibility conditions. Night riding...
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-12-19, 03:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,825
Posted By North Coast Joe

A pic

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Forgot about the rock garden back there!
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-12-19, 03:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,825
Posted By North Coast Joe

67y/o here, who did the same thing about two...

67y/o here, who did the same thing about two years ago. Used to put in about 120 road miles per week. Now, I still try to ride daily, but if I cover 6-10 miles per session it's a big day!

I've...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-19, 02:33 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 12,646
Posted By North Coast Joe

Still is. Check in again!

Still is. Check in again!
Forum: Mountain Bike Marketplace
06-06-19, 03:24 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,529
Posted By North Coast Joe

If you find one, I'd be interested in this 175...

If you find one, I'd be interested in this 175 crankset! Thanks!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-19, 06:25 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 19,037
Posted By North Coast Joe

I live across the Lakes from you, and couldn't do...

I live across the Lakes from you, and couldn't do Winter without studs, either. I have to try Schwalbe studded. Right now I've got a couple sets of Innova. Might as well bungy bricks to my spokes. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-24-19, 03:55 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 19,037
Posted By North Coast Joe

Back in the day...

when I actually rode on pavement, I bought a set of their Kojacks for the commuter. I was just delighted. They're light and roll easily. Not many flats, though the tires don't seem to be thick in the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-17-18, 05:32 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,234
Posted By North Coast Joe

I do it 1x -2x weekly with our hound.

I have a life long background in working with hounds and horses, so this practice may not be for every dog owner here. Chances are, if you've been a naysayer in this post, you shouldn't try it with...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-28-18, 04:54 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 953
Posted By North Coast Joe

I think we have a couple winners in the contest!!...

I think we have a couple winners in the contest!!

Marked the cup, lock ring and shell per Andrew's suggestion and rode the cranks off of the bike. All the marks are still aligned, so dsbrandtjr's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-27-18, 07:48 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 953
Posted By North Coast Joe

Annoying cup & spindle BB

Got a project bike a few weeks ago that needed to be greased throughout before use. It's a mid 80's Fuji Sand Blaster youth MTB. Appears to have a 68mm BB tube .

After cleaning/lubing the BB, the...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-06-18, 07:09 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 529
Posted By North Coast Joe

Temporary Tensioner?

Broke my rear derailleur, certainly not headline material in this forum! Now the bike is down for a week awaiting parts to do the repair the right way. I tried to see if any of my gear combos were...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-28-18, 04:43 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 484
Posted By North Coast Joe

Heads Up in NE Ohio

I don't think this alert will reach many locals, but have been surprised in the past discovering BF users living nearby my home.

I regularly ride (2-3x weekly) the red, blue and yellow trails at...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-04-18, 05:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 599
Posted By North Coast Joe

I have to see some of this! Sounds exciting to...

I have to see some of this! Sounds exciting to the point of exhaustion! Got any links to pics/vid of the event?

Nice rig! Stick around, a noob like me could learn a lot.

Signed:
Another...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-20-18, 01:59 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 785
Posted By North Coast Joe

I'll see your gloves and raise you a couple pair...

I'll see your gloves and raise you a couple pair of chemical handwarmers:winter 2:
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-20-18, 01:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 785
Posted By North Coast Joe

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg7.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1200x900/12_16_17_b_rsz_b7b5fc44c04ffef7831b9e305c283f52f6617853.jpg


Maybe a couple inches.
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-20-18, 05:31 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 785
Posted By North Coast Joe

Upcoming first Winter

I started light XC trails this past Spring, and have a tire question for the change in weather.

The bike is a rigid 26er, formerly my commuter, for which I own a set of Innova Happakilita studded...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-24-18, 04:02 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 840
Posted By North Coast Joe

As a noob, this REALLY helped

Retired, just started riding trails this late Summer. A couple of rides at the park per week didn't seem to rush riding prowess along much.

I found that riding in my tiny back yard (28' x 42'...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-18-18, 06:12 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,347
Posted By North Coast Joe

Hardtail, rigid fork, light to moderate...

Hardtail, rigid fork, light to moderate singletrack….sounds like I'm an XC guy. Mind if I disregard the input from the youngster? It felt so much better the way you put it!
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-18-18, 04:02 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,347
Posted By North Coast Joe

Thanks for the words of encouragement and...

Thanks for the words of encouragement and clarification, people!

How cool is that! I can ride an MTB, and say so! Just didn't know if there were further subdivisions (not knowing the lingo).
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-17-18, 02:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,347
Posted By North Coast Joe

So, is this mountain biking?

Hi folks, been road riding for years now. Built a road bike (touring, really) a few years back on an MTB hardtail frame that would carry everything for a few days of self supported camping. This...
Forum: Fixed Gear Freestyle
07-29-18, 03:15 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,375
Posted By North Coast Joe

That IS cool. Here, hold my beer while my 60...

That IS cool.

Here, hold my beer while my 60 yr old cronies and I give this a shot. Video soon :beer:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-23-18, 03:46 PM
Replies: 119
Views: 9,431
Posted By North Coast Joe

"Full squish" - front and rear...

"Full squish" - front and rear suspension
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-02-18, 03:07 PM
Replies: 175
Views: 12,808
Posted By North Coast Joe

Tim's on point here, with both his outlook and...

Tim's on point here, with both his outlook and recommended product line.

From my experience of a broken collarbone caused by a canine collision and attacked & knocked from the bike in a second...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-11-18, 03:40 AM
Replies: 24,587
Views: 2,612,021
Posted By North Coast Joe

I hope you mentioned how much shipping cost she...

I hope you mentioned how much shipping cost she saved by not having an extra 100lbs. in each tire! :D
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-09-18, 03:00 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 2,492
Posted By North Coast Joe

About a decade ago I read that riding fixed was a...

About a decade ago I read that riding fixed was a better work out than my geared bikes gave me. With job and family time concerns it was natural to head in that direction. Clean, uncluttered machines...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-18, 03:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,875
Posted By North Coast Joe

I rode a beater with an inexpensive stamped...

I rode a beater with an inexpensive stamped suicide hub for many years with a fixed cog installed. I did use red Loktite, but didn't bother with a secondary nut.

The only time the fixed cog ever...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-18, 07:53 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,925
Posted By North Coast Joe

Equals:

Equals:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-18, 03:18 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 3,336
Posted By North Coast Joe

If it were me, well, I have beer at home....

If it were me, well, I have beer at home. Patching tubes is much better when using that.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-18, 01:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 3,087
Posted By North Coast Joe

Funny this should be brought up now! I just went...

Funny this should be brought up now! I just went from four to two rides.

The same reasoning that you state went into the decision, they're pricey and time consuming to keep maintained, more bikes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-18, 03:48 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 9,577
Posted By North Coast Joe

Thanks, it's a honey Brooks B17. The grips are...

Thanks, it's a honey Brooks B17. The grips are home made from 5mm leather and shoe laces.
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