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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-21-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,126,449
Posted By JustaJoe

My ride yesterday was unremarkable, rode around...

My ride yesterday was unremarkable, rode around our suburban area but the wind was persistently +15mph. And of course, it seemed the entire time I was riding into it. Anyway, I like to take a dirt...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
02-12-24, 08:53 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 393,330
Posted By JustaJoe

When the rain stops, I'll take a photo or 2, but...

When the rain stops, I'll take a photo or 2, but recently on my Dr. Dew:

I ended up tearing up the rear Specialized Pro, so I replaced it with a WTB Venture 650bx47mm. Tubeless setup was a cinch....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 422
Posted By JustaJoe

...and to make matters even worse, my wife - the...

...and to make matters even worse, my wife - the one with the good eyesight - identified the BB as GXP, not AXS. I need new glasses. :(
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-24, 08:49 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 422
Posted By JustaJoe

Turns out this is all rather moot. I did not...

Turns out this is all rather moot. I did not realize that a comparable SRAM Apex crankset (to the GRX) is available, 170mm crankarms and 40t ring, for a very reasonable price. My apologies for the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-19-24, 10:38 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 422
Posted By JustaJoe

I fully intend to replace the BB, if the GRX 810...

I fully intend to replace the BB, if the GRX 810 11-speed crankset will work with my 12-speed cassette. I haven't removed the BB from the bike (I ride it daily) to check other markings as I have no...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-19-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 422
Posted By JustaJoe

Not electronic, the only marking on the exterior...

Not electronic, the only marking on the exterior of the BB is AXS and there is no marking on the center bolt.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-18-24, 03:54 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 422
Posted By JustaJoe

Shimano GRX compatibility with 12-speed?

I've tried to do some research on this but am missing it or something. Sorry for stoopid n00b question.

I am wondering if the Shimano GRX 810 1x11 crankset will work with a Shimano Deore-based...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-15-24, 10:10 AM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,126,449
Posted By JustaJoe

I had an "interesting" ride this weekend on the...

I had an "interesting" ride this weekend on the largely flat American Tobacco Trail. I ride this path a lot because it's close by and there's no cars. Anyway, I rode with a guy I met recently, and......
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-09-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 125
Views: 46,564
Posted By JustaJoe

Speed is the 1 metric I don't care about, yet it...

Speed is the 1 metric I don't care about, yet it is tracked. My goal is to keep my heartrate in moderate bpm (under 150bpm), which translates to rpm's in the 70's and speed around 12mph. At this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-09-24, 08:37 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 933
Posted By JustaJoe

I did some more mockups and tried one screen,...

I did some more mockups and tried one screen, which worked ok. Sorry no pics, basically just a simple shield on the front of the caliper. Then of course I worried during the ride that it'd come off...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-04-24, 03:22 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 933
Posted By JustaJoe

This has happened with: WTB Byway tires (slicks),...

This has happened with: WTB Byway tires (slicks), Maxxis DTR-1 (low, tight blocks), and the Pathfinders. I don't have a GoPro but can maybe rig something up for my phone to capture it.



As...
Forum: Pills and Ills
01-04-24, 09:18 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,609
Posted By JustaJoe

Quite a story, and it must be a huge relief to...

Quite a story, and it must be a huge relief to finally have things properly diagnosed and addressed. I hope you have a perfect recovery and can enjoy life without the pain!

Several years ago, I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-04-24, 09:03 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 933
Posted By JustaJoe

I do not, but if my initial efforts to eliminate...

I do not, but if my initial efforts to eliminate this problem do not work, I will post a photo.

***

Here is the bike in question, since it seems I confused some folks. The orange-ish bike in...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-24, 03:38 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 933
Posted By JustaJoe

The Dr. Dew does not have a kickstand, I no...

The Dr. Dew does not have a kickstand, I no longer have the bike in the picture. I do take some small needle-nose pliers and a piece of small diameter coat hanger to get the junk out during rides.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-03-24, 09:53 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 933
Posted By JustaJoe

Pine needles in brake caliper

Living in the southern US, we have a few pine trees. And the paths, trails I ride are always littered with pine needles. I know that some debris will always get into my brake calipers and I have been...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-26-23, 05:12 PM
Replies: 104
Views: 5,353
Posted By JustaJoe

2023 was an illuminating year for me, and...

2023 was an illuminating year for me, and therefore a very good one! I only resumed riding a few years ago on an ebike, and this year decided to transition to regular bikes. I ended up going through,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-22-23, 09:56 AM
Replies: 158
Views: 6,781
Posted By JustaJoe

I learned something from my dogs: Go the opposite...

I learned something from my dogs: Go the opposite way on your route every few days, the scents (scenery, hills) are completely different! :) Worksforme.
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
12-18-23, 09:47 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 393,330
Posted By JustaJoe

My tubeless setup mentioned just above has...

My tubeless setup mentioned just above has worked...? The front tire is not losing any meaningful pressure (maybe 2-3psi per week). Rear is a different story, during a ride this weekend it was losing...
Forum: Touring
12-01-23, 01:47 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,489
Posted By JustaJoe

Seems the discussion about my initial trip...

Seems the discussion about my initial trip thoughts derailed things. Really, I am just curious how others got started. Some have provided great stories/experiences, others lack reading comprehension....
Forum: Touring
11-30-23, 03:55 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,489
Posted By JustaJoe

djb and Tourist in MSN I am prepped for the cold,...

djb and Tourist in MSN I am prepped for the cold, and have ridden my bike at temps as low as 20*F (rare where I live now). I have 2 pieces for my head which allow for normal helmet fitting - a thin...
Forum: Touring
11-30-23, 10:40 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,489
Posted By JustaJoe

Very sage advice, thank you djb ! I intend to...

Very sage advice, thank you djb !
I intend to do these little trips within the next few weeks. I'm in central NC, yes it's winter, but for me this is prime riding season - it's obviously mild here,...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-30-23, 08:36 AM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 393,330
Posted By JustaJoe

Last night, I took the 650bx47mm Specialized...

Last night, I took the 650bx47mm Specialized Pathfinder Pro 2Bliss tires off a set of QR/tubeless wheels I was using on a previous bike, and installed them on my Dr. Dew's WTB i23 TA wheels. The...
Forum: Touring
11-30-23, 08:17 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,489
Posted By JustaJoe

Really appreciate the histories and advice put...

Really appreciate the histories and advice put forth so far! This is helpful and interesting - thank you all. I have an interest in hearing even more recaps of how others got started.

Guess I...
Forum: Touring
11-29-23, 01:52 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,489
Posted By JustaJoe

Intro to Touring?

If there was any recent threads on this, I am sorry I missed them.

I am curious how you got started touring. Not in terms of which bike, what equipment, etc. but rather:

Did you just decide to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-29-23, 09:10 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 11,789
Posted By JustaJoe

tl;dr I don't really have much to add, and prefer...

tl;dr I don't really have much to add, and prefer to do my thing.

Even though I firmly believe my opinions and thoughts are meaningless to everyone else, I feel compelled to give a +1 or +100 to...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-22-23, 05:03 PM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,126,449
Posted By JustaJoe

I took a very easy, hour-long ride today. Goal...

I took a very easy, hour-long ride today. Goal was to just get out, appreciate the local environment; reflect, acknowledge all of the things for which I am thankful and grateful. It was also somber...
Forum: Pills and Ills
11-19-23, 05:37 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,519
Posted By JustaJoe

This really hit home for me! I've had tinnitus...

This really hit home for me! I've had tinnitus for as long as I can remember (late 50's now). I believe it may have been caused by 1) firing 105mm rounds from a main battle tank 2) .50 cal and 7.62mm...
Forum: Southeast
11-17-23, 08:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 327
Posted By JustaJoe

Awesome! So happy to hear you had a good time...

Awesome! So happy to hear you had a good time riding around our fair city, the greenway system here is definitely a treasure! and the beer is damn good too!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-17-23, 08:50 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,005
Posted By JustaJoe

An ordinary bike should handle that fine. I would...

An ordinary bike should handle that fine. I would define ordinary in this case as a hybrid bike - flat or riser bars, relatively upright riding posture, at least some gears, maybe a front suspension...
Forum: Southeast
11-14-23, 10:58 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 327
Posted By JustaJoe

Here's a nice route to hit different breweries:...

Here's a nice route to hit different breweries: https://bikeraleighgreenways.com/uncategorized/six-breweries-bike-tour/ Wander around this guy's site and you'll find many more greenway rides.

If...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
11-06-23, 08:20 AM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,126,449
Posted By JustaJoe

I rode part of the American Tobacco Trail again...

I rode part of the American Tobacco Trail again on Sunday. Absolutely gorgeous day here in central NC, perfect temps, etc. But from the start, something was off. This is a rail trail that is...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-05-23, 07:45 AM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,126,449
Posted By JustaJoe

I have been trying to replace as many car trips...

I have been trying to replace as many car trips with bicycle trips as possible. Only +100 yrs since someone else first did it, but yesterday I rode to the grocery to do my shopping (not just a pop-in...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-22-23, 08:35 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,874,189
Posted By JustaJoe

Guess this counts as a hybrid? After trying 4...

Guess this counts as a hybrid? After trying 4 other bikes, I believe I have found The One for me. American Tobacco Trail last weekend....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-17-23, 06:15 PM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,126,449
Posted By JustaJoe

You're ahead of me! Mine came with the 11/42 and...

You're ahead of me! Mine came with the 11/42 and 36t, I'm already thinking about moving up to the 11/46. An 11/51 would be awesome as well!
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-17-23, 02:40 PM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,126,449
Posted By JustaJoe

I had a wonderful ride this morning of 20 miles...

I had a wonderful ride this morning of 20 miles on the American Tobacco Trail. Finally found the hybrid bike that I can just ride and ride in complete comfort - Kona Dew Plus. Talked with a guy who...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-03-23, 07:21 AM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,126,449
Posted By JustaJoe

I picked up what I hope is my forever bike on...

I picked up what I hope is my forever bike on Friday, an All-City Super Professional. Took it out for a shakedown ride Saturday on the American Tobacco Trail, after swapping out handlebars, seat,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-17-23, 07:18 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,535
Posted By JustaJoe

I must note that for my ride yesterday, it was...

I must note that for my ride yesterday, it was 82* and 45% humidity - almost getting to be long sleeve or jacket weather!:roflmao2:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-07-23, 09:07 AM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,535
Posted By JustaJoe

After my ride yesterday, I am probably taking the...

After my ride yesterday, I am probably taking the week off. Mid 90's and very humid here in NC this week, and I have to get a minor procedure done on an arm (will have stitches).

I picked up some...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
08-03-23, 06:39 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 381,160
Posted By JustaJoe

For some context, in my research of going to 1X...

For some context, in my research of going to 1X will cost at least $200 for new parts. You can do it for far less (eg keep existing front triple chainring, find used parts). Otherwise you're looking...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-29-23, 04:19 PM
Replies: 1,577
Views: 393,330
Posted By JustaJoe

I swapped the handlebars on my Crosstrail with...

I swapped the handlebars on my Crosstrail with Spank Spoon 60 (60mm rise), cut them down to ~660mm, love the position and feel. And they are inexpensive!
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-25-23, 07:00 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 381,160
Posted By JustaJoe

travbikeman thank you very much for this detailed...

travbikeman thank you very much for this detailed response, and yes it does help a great deal! This past weekend, I removed the front chainring to check things out and it is indeed riveted, so.... I...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-24-23, 01:10 PM
Replies: 27,136
Views: 3,126,449
Posted By JustaJoe

My neighbor has a 3-yr old son who is totally...

My neighbor has a 3-yr old son who is totally into bikes, he just graduated from a balance bike to a pedal bike with training wheels. We "chase" each other around the street, funny I never catch him....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-22-23, 06:59 AM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 381,160
Posted By JustaJoe

Yes sir! This is my bike, Tourney front 3X and...

Yes sir! This is my bike, Tourney front 3X and Altus rear: https://www.specialized.com/us/en/crosstrail--hydraulic-disc/p/157825?color=237264-157825

Wanna trade? ;)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-21-23, 12:04 PM
Replies: 1,008
Views: 381,160
Posted By JustaJoe

Stoopid newbie question for an old bike, I've...

Stoopid newbie question for an old bike, I've searched and I'm not finding answers: I want to convert my (build date Feb 2018) CT to a 1X. I've been riding it exclusively on the middle front...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-21-23, 07:22 AM
Replies: 7,839
Views: 2,874,189
Posted By JustaJoe

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AIL4fc87ikEnf...

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/pw/AIL4fc87ikEnfCwfPkk1U5zdhjeaksr7MMECjLSSE2uxb3YTofSR3Ao3GScqSBHw1kROaIWlDlI2O9jJlP1I9JifJE6Xzc-1P7dIajVPT9IOjvgtc5uHqeMvybo3oCUHpvo_XB0SHHzzcAEAisYulzTZixtBGuH6ubJ...
Forum: Southeast
07-20-23, 12:27 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 870
Posted By JustaJoe

By unimproved roads, I was not referring to...

By unimproved roads, I was not referring to pot-holed roads with orange barrels year-round :) but rather unpaved (gravel, dirt) roads. And this being the south, bugs are a thing, swamps or not.
...
Forum: Introductions
07-19-23, 07:32 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,122
Posted By JustaJoe

Dang, I don't suppose you are looking to adopt a...

Dang, I don't suppose you are looking to adopt a grown man and his wife, are you? That is awesome!!!!!
Forum: Southeast
07-19-23, 06:02 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 870
Posted By JustaJoe

I moved to the Raleigh area 17 years ago from NE...

I moved to the Raleigh area 17 years ago from NE Ohio (Cleveland, born and raised in Canton). I think you might find what you're looking for in what they call Down East - just slightly northwest of...
Forum: Introductions
07-19-23, 05:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,122
Posted By JustaJoe

An enlightened soul! I am finding this more true...

An enlightened soul! I am finding this more true every day - not just traditional vs ebike, but the variety of traditional bikes has really caught my attention. Wife will not be pleased. ;)
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
07-15-23, 02:52 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 10,768
Posted By JustaJoe

Rode my Crosstrail on the American Tobacco Trail...

Rode my Crosstrail on the American Tobacco Trail today, and my lovely bride joined me on her Como. No pictures, can't post any yet anyway. Regardless, this was the longest ride to date on the...
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