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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-10-23, 04:57 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 3,867
Posted By DonkeyShow

Its sunglasses bro who cares...bikers be looking...

Its sunglasses bro who cares...bikers be looking stupid af anyways.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-23, 07:44 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 586
Posted By iab

What a coincidence, my first vintage project was...

What a coincidence, my first vintage project was also a Finelli. Except in my case change the "F" to a "C" :). Either way, a fun hobby to do.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-23, 07:40 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 586
Posted By smd4

They were more than just an "aesthetic" thing....

They were more than just an "aesthetic" thing. They were common on touring bikes. The main benefit was that you didn't need to take your hands off the bars to shift gears.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-02-23, 10:42 PM
Replies: 21,067
Views: 2,776,840
Posted By SurferRosa

Rode the Miyata down to the 20-acre Japanese...

Rode the Miyata down to the 20-acre Japanese garden in south Seattle (Renton) designed by Fujitaro Kubota (https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fujitaro_Kubota) nearly 100 years ago. When you enter, you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-23, 08:43 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,772
Posted By Iride01

Cost effective? Even the overpriced bottle of...

Cost effective? Even the overpriced bottle of lube I bought at the bike shop has lasted 2 years and probably will last another year. So cost of lube really isn't an issue. Just use something.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-24-23, 06:49 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 430
Posted By VegasTriker

No to fairy lights - way too dim to be useful during the day

Instead of using fairy lights that will hardly be seen during the day, just buy an inexpensive pair of USB rechargeable bike lights. I presume with the town name of Leicester, you are writing from...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-23-23, 12:21 AM
Replies: 1,442
Views: 506,726
Posted By NYLowLife

Just bought this from a friend. 1970's Schwinn...

Just bought this from a friend. 1970's Schwinn with a mix of parts - skinny tank fitted from a Columbia, seat from a 1990's big box bike, riser bars from a 1969 Stingray, 36T chainring for a...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
07-11-23, 07:19 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 474
Posted By Schweinhund

The joys of selling a cruiser on Craigslist/Offerup

I have a 1959 Schwinn Wasp. It's been on those two sites for a while now as no one wants to pony up 100 bucks for it.
I won't go lower than 100 so there it sits. I get probably 3 to 5 lowball offers...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-23, 11:12 AM
Replies: 189
Views: 261,850
Posted By cocoabeachcrab

I've heard of a free spirit.. i was married to...

I've heard of a free spirit.. i was married to one many years ago. unfortunately (for me), she was a bit too free and with more than her spirit. yes, i've had a few cocktails today... but hell, it's...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-04-23, 10:20 AM
Replies: 189
Views: 261,850
Posted By Pompiere

I have one of the Reynolds 531 Free Spirits from...

I have one of the Reynolds 531 Free Spirits from the 1970s. They don't have the reputation of the other European brands, but it's still a pretty nice bike. Sears cut some corners on components to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-13-23, 11:56 AM
Replies: 115
Views: 3,490
Posted By Eric F

I like buying high-end products for mid-level...

I like buying high-end products for mid-level prices, because I enjoy and appreciate the quality and performance, but I'm realistic about what my income level can tolerate.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-31-23, 09:47 PM
Replies: 282
Views: 7,978
Posted By tomato coupe

If you first used an indexed shifter today, and...

If you first used an indexed shifter today, and you're going to try friction shifters for the first time tomorrow, what have you been using?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-23, 08:17 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 158
Posted By dedhed

Find part # and you can look up the tech...

Find part # and you can look up the tech documents under "manuals and documents".

https://bike.shimano.com/en-EU/product/component/acera-t3000/ST-EF500-7R4A.html

...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-23, 07:09 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 158
Posted By maddog34

if the shifter or brake/shifter combo (brifter)...

if the shifter or brake/shifter combo (brifter) isn't a counterfeit, in the case of an MTB/Flat bar, the model will be on the underside of the unit., on the main body casting.

in the case of a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-23, 09:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 158
Posted By soyabean

If someone can't find the mandatory part numbers...

If someone can't find the mandatory part numbers stamped on all Shimano, it's only going to get harder and it is my suggestion is that they should continue enjoying them and leave all repairs to a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-23, 09:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 158
Posted By dedhed

Look for a part # on it. to the effect of EF-500...

Look for a part # on it. to the effect of EF-500 or similar.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-22-23, 01:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 524
Posted By shelbyfv

Most folks I know prefer Ride With GPS for route...

Most folks I know prefer Ride With GPS for route instructions, Strava to record.
Forum: Beach Cruisers
05-18-23, 07:55 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 521
Posted By wilserbiker

I have observed that some coaster brakes are...

I have observed that some coaster brakes are better quality and work better than others of lesser quality. If your coaster brake recollections are from your youth, two possibilities come to mind,...
Forum: Beach Cruisers
05-16-23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 521
Posted By Moe Zhoost

The actuation of a coaster brake varies based on...

The actuation of a coaster brake varies based on your gearing. If your gearing is on the low side it will take more backwards pedal movement to get them to kick in. The shoes in a coaster brake are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-16-23, 10:45 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,144
Posted By veganbikes

Oh jeez, now people are trying to dream up fake...

Oh jeez, now people are trying to dream up fake stories about local bike shops to make them sound bad...:lol:
Forum: Beach Cruisers
05-13-23, 10:46 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 454
Posted By 3speedslow

Sounds like a good plan! Along with the wide...

Sounds like a good plan! Along with the wide handle bar, you could try some wider tires and open up different trails to explore.
Forum: Beach Cruisers
05-12-23, 09:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 454
Posted By GeezyRider

Congrats on your first cruiser! That's a neat...

Congrats on your first cruiser! That's a neat variation of the cantilever frame.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-23, 07:06 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,267
Posted By easyupbug

I think your approach is reasonable to see where...

I think your approach is reasonable to see where you go in cycling. I also have lots of room and too many bikes so have a Park maintenance stand, a blackburn travel stand (we are snowbirds) and a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 09:52 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,267
Posted By veganbikes

Get a proper stand. A good Park Stand can last...

Get a proper stand. A good Park Stand can last for decades. I have one that is from the early 90s and still works just fine I have replaced it (in usage) with a more adjustable modern one that packs...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 02:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,267
Posted By HillRider

Another vote for doing it right. I also made a...

Another vote for doing it right. I also made a couple of improvised DIY stands before "biting the bullet" and getting a good, purpose built stand. In my case I got an older version of the Feedback...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 01:27 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,267
Posted By prj71

Grab crowbar. Use it to open your wallet. ...

Grab crowbar. Use it to open your wallet.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 01:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,267
Posted By martl

They do. Whether you need the enhanced rigidity...

They do. Whether you need the enhanced rigidity and want to fork out the additional bucks for it is up to you to decide...as some confirmed here, it is absolutely possible to work with one of the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 12:32 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,267
Posted By maddog34

ten years using one of these... i do Heavy...

ten years using one of these... i do Heavy torquing (removing BB's mostly) with the bikes on the floor to prevent damage...
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 12:10 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,267
Posted By smd4

On the spectrum of using ropes or leaning your...

On the spectrum of using ropes or leaning your bike against a workbench on one end, and a Park professional stand on the other, the less inexpensive stands lean much farther toward the Park. So,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 12:02 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,267
Posted By Germany_chris

I still use a stand I bought at Lidl about a...

I still use a stand I bought at Lidl about a decade ago, they’re on sale every spring
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 11:56 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,267
Posted By Iride01

For the longest time I just hung the top tube of...

For the longest time I just hung the top tube of my bike over the corner of my table saw out in the shop. Or a convenient table or countertop corner with sufficient overhang when inside the house.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 11:42 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,267
Posted By smd4

You don't have to spend that much on a decent...

You don't have to spend that much on a decent repair stand.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 11:22 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,267
Posted By 79pmooney

I have forever taken the opposite approach. I...

I have forever taken the opposite approach. I don't want a big stand to occupy floor space. My garage is a shop for house projects and formerly boat projects as well as bikes. I hang a rope with a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 11:04 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,267
Posted By FrozenBiker

"would there be any drawback to something like...

"would there be any drawback to something like this"

If you can stabilize the bike from swaying back & forth while in that hanging rack, it should be okay for basic maintenance.
Since you have...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 10:47 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,267
Posted By blacknbluebikes

Agree w/ squirt, above. I also cook up lotsa DIY...

Agree w/ squirt, above. I also cook up lotsa DIY solutions, but if you need a stand, get one that has survived evolutionary forces. Clamping, angles, height, relocation -- all factors that do...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-01-23, 10:38 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,267
Posted By squirtdad

IMHO don't bother with DIY, I tried and wasted...

IMHO don't bother with DIY, I tried and wasted a lot of money (pvc, black gas pipe, wood etc. modified jorgenson clamp.)

in this case the old solid bike carrier will not provide the...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
04-25-23, 05:53 PM
Replies: 7,818
Views: 2,806,550
Posted By Smokinapankake

That 400/700CX stuff is nice stuff. I had a...

That 400/700CX stuff is nice stuff. I had a Nishiki Optima hybrid with it on. It was about Ultegra/XT level, and at the time (93, 94-ish) it had the smallest granny gear (20 tooth) you could get to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-23, 08:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 586
Posted By SurferRosa

You never forget your first. :innocent:

You never forget your first. :innocent:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-09-23, 07:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 586
Posted By Murray Missile

Probably more of an aesthetics thing than anythng...

Probably more of an aesthetics thing than anythng else as barcons are considered "sportier" than stem shifters and were mainly found on a little higher level bikes, They don't require reaching as far...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-23, 11:13 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 3,550
Posted By shelbyfv

Are you shopping for a new bike? If not, it's...

Are you shopping for a new bike? If not, it's likely you don't have much choice.:foo:
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-23, 09:52 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 6,131
Posted By jlaw

WOW! That is Naaaasty! He should have waxed...

WOW! That is Naaaasty!

He should have waxed that chain!
:)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-23, 09:01 AM
Replies: 203
Views: 6,131
Posted By cyccommute

Washing my hands after having to deal with just...

Washing my hands after having to deal with just about any chain that isn’t mine. Second worse is washing a bike after some clown used homebrew chain lube on every thing.

...
Forum: Commuting
04-02-23, 05:20 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 4,573
Posted By Irishred

I think it's just a matter of personal...

I think it's just a matter of personal preference. Most, but certainly not all of us of us that commute by bike also ride bikes that are meant for the open road and ride "road bikes" with drop bars,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-23, 08:14 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,289
Posted By Koyote

Gee, who would've thought that a $15 tire sold at...

Gee, who would've thought that a $15 tire sold at Walmart would suck? I'm shocked.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-22-23, 02:54 PM
Replies: 7,818
Views: 2,806,550
Posted By Awesomeguy

This is probably one of my dream bikes, too bad...

This is probably one of my dream bikes, too bad they don't make it anymore. I tried the sport 4 of this variant, it was amazing, but I prefer a 2x system. Congrats on a beautiful bike!
Forum: Utility Cycling
01-06-23, 04:18 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,063
Posted By dmwill

Maybe consider a trailer to use with your...

Maybe consider a trailer to use with your existing bike, that way you can tailor the hauling capacity for the job at hand. I really like the Burley flatbeds, they seem really versatile. Sometimes you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-22, 05:11 AM
Replies: 749
Views: 430,447
Posted By zorkist

My trick to replace metal components with carbon...

My trick to replace metal components with carbon fiber tubes.

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20220209_190449_747b1e6e8606c52663474d2b5e4bf7acc2180cb4.jpg...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-30-19, 11:36 AM
Replies: 237
Views: 34,758
Posted By mixteup

Vintage = Age Classic = Style

Vintage = Age
Classic = Style
Forum: Beach Cruisers
08-06-17, 07:56 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,649
Posted By SquidPuppet

Hello and welcome. 1. Have you tried leaning...

Hello and welcome.

1. Have you tried leaning the bike over towards yourself before throwing your leg over it? If not, try that. And lean it a lot. I have one bike that is very tall and that's what...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-06-16, 09:35 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 6,099
Posted By Lacourge

I got one too

If you still want to know where finelli bike are from here it is.

It's compagnie from Lévis a medium town in the province of Quebec in Canada. The bike where assembled in Gramby. They out an...
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