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Forum: Folding Bikes
07-16-22, 09:35 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 698
Posted By J.Higgins

Well at least you'd have a better chance at...

Well at least you'd have a better chance at staying with the pack for a while longer! :bike2:
Forum: Folding Bikes
07-16-22, 03:54 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 698
Posted By J.Higgins

To the OP: I agree with this wholeheartedly,...

To the OP:

I agree with this wholeheartedly, but wouldn't it be cool if you could stay with a group like that with a Brommie? Most problems in the world of bicycles can be solved by throwing money...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-22, 12:14 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,321
Posted By J.Higgins

Also, let's not forget that there is a distinct...

Also, let's not forget that there is a distinct difference between something being "dope", and something being "dopey".
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-07-22, 04:35 AM
Replies: 88
Views: 3,321
Posted By J.Higgins

I tried for one summer to ride a Crux that was a...

I tried for one summer to ride a Crux that was a size too small for me. Got in a trade, and took a shine to it. No matter what I did, it just wasn't good. When I made an adjustment or added a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-03-22, 05:10 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,006
Posted By J.Higgins

That's awesome! If I had one, I'd add a...

That's awesome! If I had one, I'd add a refrigerator (for cold beers), and a swing-out desktop for holding a laptop. Who wants to text while pedaling, anyway? I want to surf BF while pedaling!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-02-22, 02:44 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,006
Posted By J.Higgins

Its not recumbent if you are standing up.

Its not recumbent if you are standing up.
Forum: Northeast
03-23-22, 05:09 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,992
Posted By J.Higgins

We live about an hour north of Winchendon, but we...

We live about an hour north of Winchendon, but we target a different trail every weekend, and sometimes weeknights when the weather is good. We'll all meet there as a family and ride, then go...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-01-22, 04:31 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 14,513
Posted By J.Higgins

This bike is drool-worthy.

This bike is drool-worthy.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-07-22, 06:02 AM
Replies: 74
Views: 2,350
Posted By J.Higgins

If I were in an apartment in the city, this is...

If I were in an apartment in the city, this is what I would do. If you have one of those showers with the hand-held showerhead on the end of a hose, then that would be the hot setup!
Forum: Touring
01-27-22, 06:01 AM
Replies: 213
Views: 30,602
Posted By J.Higgins

I gave up cooking while touring, and I love it....

I gave up cooking while touring, and I love it. Some people need that feeling of settling in, and cooking a meal. Some people really enjoy that as part of their touring experience, and I did enjoy it...
Forum: Touring
01-21-22, 05:52 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 6,511
Posted By J.Higgins

Beat me to it! ...

Beat me to it!

https://i.imgur.com/Fz16Ncl.jpg?1
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-19-22, 05:45 AM
Replies: 68
Views: 4,078
Posted By J.Higgins

Off topic, definitely, but every time I see a pic...

Off topic, definitely, but every time I see a pic of someone riding one of these type of bikes, they are ALWAYS wearing a big grin.
Forum: Commuting
01-14-22, 06:20 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,689
Posted By J.Higgins

I love to read the stuff coming from your...

I love to read the stuff coming from your scientific mind, Stu.
Forum: Commuting
01-13-22, 06:13 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,689
Posted By J.Higgins

When I was a GI, I was stationed in Tampa for a...

When I was a GI, I was stationed in Tampa for a few years. I was into triathlons. I would run/swim/bike in any weather. I ESPECIALLY loved it when it was raining, because I was cooler and felt...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-11-22, 04:20 AM
Replies: 220
Views: 16,600
Posted By J.Higgins

I'm projecting that the industry here in North...

I'm projecting that the industry here in North America will be indelibly-marred from all of this. Its plain to see how much has already shifted, such as OEM's buying out LBS's. I'm thinking that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-11-22, 04:01 AM
Replies: 254
Views: 13,963
Posted By J.Higgins

Word. My wife and I ride gravel bikes, plus-sized...

Word. My wife and I ride gravel bikes, plus-sized tire bikes, and modified MTB's here because the paved roads are so bad. It actually a bit of relief when the road turns to dirt sometimes. There just...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-11-22, 03:45 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 2,168
Posted By J.Higgins

Been wrenching bikes since the late-60's, and...

Been wrenching bikes since the late-60's, and I've built and repaired a lot of wheels. Now that I think back, I don't recall seeing a front wheel with a snapped spoke. Oh, I've seen taco'ed front...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-09-22, 06:22 AM
Replies: 58
Views: 6,818
Posted By J.Higgins

That bike turned out nice!

That bike turned out nice!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-21, 12:00 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,557
Posted By J.Higgins

This is my go-to for bearings. Bel-Ray...

This is my go-to for bearings. Bel-Ray (https://www.belray.com/product/waterproof-grease/). I use Park Polylube 1000 and sometimes SRAM Butter for just about everything else.
Forum: Touring
11-29-21, 06:31 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,699
Posted By J.Higgins

When I toured in the past, my number one priority...

When I toured in the past, my number one priority between stops for the night was easy access to alcohol. My thirst for booze pretty much ruled supreme over all other priorities. I've been sober now...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-20-21, 05:57 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,608
Posted By J.Higgins

Here ya go:...

Here ya go: https://www.sheldonbrown.com/chainline.html
Forum: Northeast
11-08-21, 04:30 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,992
Posted By J.Higgins

Fitchburg! Whodathunk it! Seriously, though,...

Fitchburg! Whodathunk it!

Seriously, though, there are new trails all over New England, and some of the best are right in Mass. Ever do the Winchendon trail?
Forum: Touring
10-24-21, 02:14 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 8,073
Posted By J.Higgins

Wait... wuuuut... ...

Wait... wuuuut...

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/420x312/ahnold_85698551f0990effd476e5e5b56f63189b21fc10.gif
Forum: Touring
10-24-21, 02:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,044
Posted By J.Higgins

Attempt to add something of value to an otherwise...

Attempt to add something of value to an otherwise friendly thread > Fail. Shoo fly!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-13-21, 05:56 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 7,580
Posted By J.Higgins

I'm with you, brother. Pardon my...

I'm with you, brother. Pardon my retro-grouchiness, but I see a future where bike manufacturers follow the path of automobile manufacturers, and soon you won't be able to buy a new bike that doesnt...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-03-21, 06:08 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,306
Posted By J.Higgins

This is precisely what I do, but I use stainless...

This is precisely what I do, but I use stainless steel button-head hex screws and coat the threads with beeswax. I searched forever to find some suitable 5mm screws made from BLACK nylon, but could...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-27-21, 02:13 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 4,937
Posted By J.Higgins

Short-sizing everything and charging full price...

Short-sizing everything and charging full price for it is the new normal these days. Remember when you could get let's say - a 12 ounce can of soda? Now they will slide in the smaller cans on you,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-21, 06:10 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,953
Posted By J.Higgins

Wax sucks, imho. I went through the whole...

Wax sucks, imho. I went through the whole chain-waxing spectrum of crockpots, ultrasonic cleaners, all the different wax recipes, as well as the ones that are premixed and ready to roll. After...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-21, 05:53 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,602
Posted By J.Higgins

I remember the hordes of rabbits when I was a...

I remember the hordes of rabbits when I was a young GI in Texas. Unbelievable. Nightmarish for a kid from Maine. It funny how we think nothing of a thousand mosquitos buzzing around the neighborhood,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-21, 05:36 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,567
Posted By J.Higgins

I am of the opinion that tan sidewalls are the...

I am of the opinion that tan sidewalls are the bomb on just about anything, but they do not have as much of a visual impact on carbon bikes, and bikes with hydroformed alloy tubing. Tan sidewalls, in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-21, 06:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 602
Posted By J.Higgins

Wheel-Holding Work Stand

I've been working on a series of shop tools that will make certain bike maintenance tasks easier and somewhat more pleasurable. Mostly what I'm doing is exercising my brain, and allowing me to work...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-06-21, 03:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,913
Posted By J.Higgins

Thats just it. If you want to go fast and cover...

Thats just it. If you want to go fast and cover some ground, you need one bike, and if you want to dawdle around and be comfortable and playful, then you need a completely different bike.
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-06-21, 07:37 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,913
Posted By J.Higgins

I appreciate your input here, Veg. Sound advice....

I appreciate your input here, Veg. Sound advice. I thank thee! :beer:

Yeah, the Ahern would be wasted on her, so its just an example of what "I" want, not necessarily what "she" needs. She can't...
Forum: Mountain Biking
08-05-21, 06:04 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 2,983
Posted By J.Higgins

Suffering from a flash of inspiration as I was...

Suffering from a flash of inspiration as I was waking up this morning, here is a pic of one of the mid-school MTBs I rebuilt into a tourer. Forgot all about these bikes. I used to make a lot of them,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-30-21, 12:34 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 2,776
Posted By J.Higgins

Honestly, I wouldn't buy it unless its a...

Honestly, I wouldn't buy it unless its a dirt-cheap-deal. As mentioned before, the cost of swapping out components can make your checking account cry for mercy. If you are also bereft of bike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-15-21, 06:52 AM
Replies: 79,789
Views: 13,093,517
Posted By J.Higgins

https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/bik/d/coventry-8...

https://boston.craigslist.org/gbs/bik/d/coventry-86-fisher-montare-rare-vintage/7348378999.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-14-21, 07:11 AM
Replies: 85
Views: 14,513
Posted By J.Higgins

Sounds like how I grew up. What we didn't have,...

Sounds like how I grew up. What we didn't have, we made, or made do with something that worked. Great job on this bike. What a prize you have there! Bravo, sir!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-13-21, 06:32 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 3,885
Posted By J.Higgins

To clarify, I meant other sub-forums here at...

To clarify, I meant other sub-forums here at Bladeforums, not just here in General. And no, its not okay to intentionally be insulting, but I suspect that you have a very thin skin, and that you post...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-13-21, 05:19 AM
Replies: 90
Views: 3,885
Posted By J.Higgins

Most people have been trying to be helpful here....

Most people have been trying to be helpful here. veganbikes has given you some pretty good advice, and others here have as well. You will probably continue to get derision like this as long as you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-02-21, 07:25 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,171
Posted By J.Higgins

Kero works great, but I cant stand the smell for...

Kero works great, but I cant stand the smell for too long, so I use WD40, which ironically has as strong an odor as kero. Both work well, so I guess its nice to have a choice? Mineral spirits also...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-02-21, 07:23 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,171
Posted By J.Higgins

As long as you dont weigh 400 pounds, I think the...

As long as you dont weigh 400 pounds, I think the regular grease would be fine, but if you have the paste, it cant hurt. My rule of thumb is that if I'm using carbon components on a steel frame,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-21-21, 06:58 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,750
Posted By J.Higgins

Beater Bike

My wife and I like to take a long weekend every year, where we pick a city that we can drive to, spend the weekend dining and enjoying the culture and some do some shopping (not so much shopping for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-21, 05:42 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,171
Posted By J.Higgins

This is a non-issue. Reminds me of lawyer-lips.

This is a non-issue. Reminds me of lawyer-lips.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-21, 05:55 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,338
Posted By J.Higgins

Best answer. Spoke protector discs were made to...

Best answer. Spoke protector discs were made to compensate for bad maintenance practices. If someone learns how to set their limit screws properly, then they never need to worry about their chain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-14-21, 06:27 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,222
Posted By J.Higgins

I've run the gamut with multi-tools and such over...

I've run the gamut with multi-tools and such over the years. My favorite right now, for everyday riding, is the Crank Bros tool. I don't see a need for a chain tool when I'm out on a regular ride....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-21, 06:21 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 6,998
Posted By J.Higgins

Wife Beaters: ...

Wife Beaters:
https://www.amazon.com/wife-beater/s?k=wife+beater
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-06-21, 01:19 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,360
Posted By J.Higgins

Believe it or not, Mad Honk has the right idea....

Believe it or not, Mad Honk has the right idea. I've successfully used a 1/2" impact gun on hundreds of threaded bottom brackets over the years, and I can tell you that with a little care, it is much...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-21, 06:14 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,535
Posted By J.Higgins

I get a smile on my face every time I read a post...

I get a smile on my face every time I read a post of yours, Stu. I love how your scientific mind works. I love how you approach a problem with a pass/fail attitude, because we both know that there...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-02-21, 05:27 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,043
Posted By J.Higgins

I would LOVE to have one of these... ...

I would LOVE to have one of these...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QnrRjtqJuC0&t=29s

I just buy the aluminium cable end crimps in bulk.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-01-21, 06:19 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 3,109
Posted By J.Higgins

There's no need to jump in someone's butthole...

There's no need to jump in someone's butthole because they ask a question. No matter how stupid or redundant we feel a question can be, its an important part of normal living that we are able to ask...
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