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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-03-24, 10:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 545
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Spend 2-3k on a good bike Spend the rest on...

Spend 2-3k on a good bike
Spend the rest on hookers and blow
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-02-24, 03:24 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,309
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Tank (4.8"x26 fat tires)

Tank (4.8"x26 fat tires)
Forum: Fatbikes
05-02-24, 03:20 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,256
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Dude, I LOVE my 4.8's on roots and rocks! It's...

Dude, I LOVE my 4.8's on roots and rocks!
It's almost like cheating!
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-30-24, 08:22 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 760
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

The Dahon tradition endures!

The Dahon tradition endures!
Forum: Fatbikes
04-26-24, 12:11 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 2,256
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

The original fat bike, Pugsley was made famous...

The original fat bike, Pugsley was made famous for long distances solo from somewhere in the middle to Perth (I think) over a period of 30 days unsupported.

Can't find the video... Neat trip tho
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-26-24, 12:03 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 328
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Crankset size measurement questions

I'm finally joining the modern world with bike parts but I need a little help on the details.

My frame has a 100mm bottom bracket, but the width with the external bearings measures 129mm
What...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-26-24, 12:56 AM
Replies: 150
Views: 26,495
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

You're Micah?

You're Micah?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-25-24, 05:23 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,095
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

When someone replies with "try google", you can...

When someone replies with "try google", you can handily permanently ignore that user.
It's not helpful to the user or BF

Your local vitamin shop will have an assortment of electrolyte drops,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 09:37 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 660
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Sir, I am a Professional. Drill some holes,...

Sir, I am a Professional.
Drill some holes, baseball stitch it up with .064 safety wire.
THEN JB weld.

"Beat it to fit, Paint it to match."
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 09:16 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 3,367
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Nope CF by nature endures flexing with a...

Nope
CF by nature endures flexing with a relatively unlimited load cycles compared to aluminum or even quality steel.

I'll let everyone else regurgitate the same old CF arguments...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 09:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 660
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Mine was: Wait a second... when did that 1/4"...

Mine was:
Wait a second... when did that 1/4" gap in the frame tube happen?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 09:06 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 854
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Tested the mask today since there was 100% of...

Tested the mask today since there was 100% of gnat clouds.

Worked perfectly!
I'm.... shocked actually.

So... hooray!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 09:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 706
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

huh... How difficult is the disassembly?

huh...
How difficult is the disassembly?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 01:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 706
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

One of the reviews shows that this shock comes...

One of the reviews shows that this shock comes with a spacer that limits travel to 80mm
You have to remove the spacer to get the full 100mm
That's an odd characteristic
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-24, 11:01 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 253
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Consider shorter crank arms in addition to the...

Consider shorter crank arms in addition to the suspension seatpost.
(stay with me here)
If she is short or shorter inseam, she might require a shorter crankarm set, maybe 160mm, which would require...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-22-24, 12:18 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 854
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I have one of those. Used it in Alaska during...

I have one of those.
Used it in Alaska during the summers.
Yes it was necessary to breathe.



Not sure I could stab them all fast enough...
I'd be called: "The Gnat Stabber"
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-24, 09:53 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 706
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

What's your reservation with coils? From my...

What's your reservation with coils?
From my limited view, higher weight, but lower maintenance and price.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-24, 11:25 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 706
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Full honesty here: Apparently I don't know...

Full honesty here:
Apparently I don't know [feces] about suspension, so this is an interesting learning experience.

Upon searching, it's reported that TK Silver is cheaper and stiffer, Recon is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 706
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

First, thank you for all of the suggestions. ...

First, thank you for all of the suggestions.

Ok, so the candidates are:
Rock Shox Fork 30 TK Silver coil 100
Rock Shox Fork 30 TK Silver air
Rock Shox Recon TK Solo Air C1
Rock Shox Judy Gold...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-21-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 998
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

https://www.schwalbetires.com/Marathon-Plus-MTB-11...

https://www.schwalbetires.com/Marathon-Plus-MTB-11101005

Smooth on pavement, just a tad of tread to keep traction on not-pavement
Puncture resistant.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 11:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 429
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I've been using Ergons since the originals. ...

I've been using Ergons since the originals.
Thought the price was high... but I've had them for 15 years, kinda worth it.

Outlasted 2 bikes.

Also:

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 706
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Rode rigid for years. Did more with that bike...

Rode rigid for years. Did more with that bike than some with FS could do.

My trails a packed with roots and I don't feel like getting the crap beat out of me.... again.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 03:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 706
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

26" Front Suspension options?

I have an older Schwinn Mesa LTD that came with a Rock Shox J1 (Judy?)
It's long since worn out and was replace with an ebay cheapie and intended to be use only on the local MUP and light gravel.
...
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-18-24, 02:53 PM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 483,381
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

You: "Do my work for me" Me: "no" You:...

You: "Do my work for me"
Me: "no"
You: "Waaaaaah! Classic dodging! I wanna ride with no helmet!! Science is lies!!! WAAAAAH!!!"
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-18-24, 01:36 PM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 483,381
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Get it yourself and stop being lazy.

Get it yourself and stop being lazy.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
04-17-24, 11:45 PM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 483,381
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

That's the answer. If you're not sure of an...

That's the answer.
If you're not sure of an answer due to political, cultural, or personal pride, check to see what insurance companies think.

They tend to brush off society norms in the name of...
Forum: Electric Bikes
04-17-24, 07:26 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 5,458
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Me: "That cage looks bulky and really difficult...

Me: "That cage looks bulky and really difficult to get in and out of and has little practicality."

*Bike and cage murders a Kia*

O.O


huh......
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 12:30 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 854
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Bug Mask

Summer is coming.
I'm already riding through clouds of gnats and it's only going to get worse.

All I am asking is for a bug mask.
A Google search gets me:
neck gater
Filter masks...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-24, 03:16 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,304
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

When you see a tire pressure recommendation on...

When you see a tire pressure recommendation on the side of a tire, it's to keep the manufacturer from bring sued
When you see a tire pressure recommendation on a cycling website, it's very general...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-24, 09:36 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 847
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Why not a 20" wheel step through electric bike? ...

Why not a 20" wheel step through electric bike?
The Folding and/or Electric bike section of this forum have a considerable cache of information on such things.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-24, 08:41 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 442
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg8.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1120x2000/rivet_1012f7d8a18962417e4f8a156ba8b0b7a2e3fdbb.jpg

Rivet pulled out.
There's room for a standard solid rivet head between the cogs...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-24, 08:02 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 442
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Re riveting a cassette

I was mis shifting and thought I bent a ring.
Upon inspection I notice one ring was completely loose of a rivet.
I guess I could re rivet the whole damn thing.

Is there any obvious reason I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,303
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Do corporations chase trends and profits?

Do corporations chase trends and profits?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-11-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,007
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

A Resonance Cascade occurs when a Negative Mass...

A Resonance Cascade occurs when a Negative Mass Crystal is scanned by an Anti-Mass Spectrometer.

Although I will admit that the possibility of a resonance cascade scenario is extremely unlikely, I...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-06-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,616
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Time to stop posting. Do NOT cross the line...

Time to stop posting.

Do NOT cross the line to bigotry here.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-06-24, 02:38 PM
Replies: 141
Views: 9,967
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Don't you get it?! His question still stands! ...

Don't you get it?!
His question still stands!
This is IMPORTANT!!!!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-24, 11:49 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 3,932
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Thanks Indy! I'd suggest to NOT get...

Thanks Indy!



I'd suggest to NOT get that close.
Might as well ask it to "smile"
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-24, 11:37 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 945
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Some rims are easier, some tires are easier. ...

Some rims are easier, some tires are easier.
Then there are some rim/tire combos that make you wonder if you should ever change a tire again.
20" Marathon Plus were monsters to mount years ago...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-24, 11:32 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,172
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I'm going to suggest you take it to a bike shop...

I'm going to suggest you take it to a bike shop for a tune up.
That will take care of most of the problems and the shop will advise if you need a new chain or just a tune up.

If you're not a...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-24, 11:23 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,616
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

huh... I did not know that.

huh...
I did not know that.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-24, 07:53 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,616
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Yep! Small and/or light wheels are great for...

Yep!
Small and/or light wheels are great for acceleration.
Once you're climbing, it's all about weight, not wheel diameter.
If it did, all racers would be riding 16" wheels in the climb.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 5,914
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Great pics! Wonder if the hinge bump on the...

Great pics!
Wonder if the hinge bump on the left side with be noticeable to your inner thigh
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-24, 04:33 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,616
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

The last guy advertising for his company here got...

The last guy advertising for his company here got booted.

At least he had a lot of really good information
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-05-24, 09:10 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,616
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

They seem expensive. They must cost a lot of...

They seem expensive.
They must cost a lot of Shillings.
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-04-24, 12:10 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 3,616
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Enough with the Tern Shilling and Zombie threads...

Enough with the Tern Shilling and Zombie threads already!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-24, 12:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,327
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Or upgrade to all metal thumb friction shifters: ...

Or upgrade to all metal thumb friction shifters:

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/400x300/thumb_shifters_cbc7b7fe744dde2e26bc93fe9dd3d3f332b97573.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-24, 12:04 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,714
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Hey Jen! You have 'haters' now. It shows a...

Hey Jen!
You have 'haters' now.
It shows a new level of recognition.
Congrats!
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,714
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Consider Schwalbe Marathon Plus. Yeah, I know...

Consider Schwalbe Marathon Plus.
Yeah, I know they are slower, but that's the price of armor.
Train with the Marathons, race with the light/fast tires.

I have them on all of my bikes save the...
Forum: Folding Bikes
04-03-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,681
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

I really like this idea. Doesn't have quite the...

I really like this idea. Doesn't have quite the range I like but it's an interesting compromise.
Last time I looked it up, there was a suggested torque limit, so heavy riders-out of seat-in lower...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-24, 10:47 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,714
Posted By CrimsonEclipse

Did you get the walk of shame on tubeless tires?

Did you get the walk of shame on tubeless tires?
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