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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 677
Posted By 70sSanO

That may be. You might also need to change...

That may be. You might also need to change saddles.

It can sometimes be a fine line. I’ve gone to a 2 bolt micro adjust seat post. I changed saddles a little while back and over the course of a...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-13-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 677
Posted By 70sSanO

Saddle tilt. Raise the nose of the saddle. ...

Saddle tilt.

Raise the nose of the saddle.

John
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 11:33 AM
Replies: 154
Views: 4,397
Posted By 70sSanO

Yeah. If some impediment was built 800 years ago...

Yeah. If some impediment was built 800 years ago the current state of things might look a bit different.

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 522
Posted By 70sSanO

If you like that, you should pair it with a Rapid...

If you like that, you should pair it with a Rapid Rise RD. Nothing dumps a cassette (high to low) faster than an RR; with the possible exception of a downtube shifter. It is like single trigger...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-24, 10:41 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 522
Posted By 70sSanO

Have you actually calculated that angle? A...

Have you actually calculated that angle?

A few years ago I did a rough estimate because of the ongoing cross chaining argument. It is easy math. The angle is quite small at the extremes. The...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 400
Posted By 70sSanO

There was a time when bike weight could be...

There was a time when bike weight could be trimmed with a drill and a hacksaw.

Fortunately time has passed and there is a more significant weight issue to address that presents itself on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 522
Posted By 70sSanO

It doesn’t make sense to spread the chainrings...

It doesn’t make sense to spread the chainrings apart as reducing the chain angle in one direction increases it in the other. Plus the amount you spread needs to be inconsequential due to chain width....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-10-24, 07:58 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,301
Posted By 70sSanO

So about 15 years ago or so I bought some Kelly...

So about 15 years ago or so I bought some Kelly Take-offs with the idea that I would use them on my wife's bike. I opted for STI's. Tried them on another bike and hated them and tossed them in a bin....
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
04-10-24, 08:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 413
Posted By 70sSanO

If everything is in good working condition,...

If everything is in good working condition, chainrings not worn and the wheels are not cheap aftermarket with a threaded freewheel, it is a good way to go.

The only concern is if it is Suntour...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-24, 07:59 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 1,658
Posted By 70sSanO

In re-reading this, I think you need to define...

In re-reading this, I think you need to define comfort and racing.

A 71/73 head/seat set up in 650b and 50mm tires seems like an almost throwback to 90’s hardtails. Hard to beat that for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-24, 06:50 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 1,658
Posted By 70sSanO

The main reason to build is to get something you...

The main reason to build is to get something you can’t buy; not to save money.

Start with a frame and fork with the geometry and tire clearance you want.

Components and wheelset.

Put it all...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-24, 10:51 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 5,870
Posted By 70sSanO

I think fork weight is much to do about nothing. ...

I think fork weight is much to do about nothing. And the extra weight of a disc setup is the same meaningless dribble.

I would try disc brakes if I could. I think it is an upgrade. I’ve tried...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-08-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 5,870
Posted By 70sSanO

I’m not sure that was called for. But I doubt...

I’m not sure that was called for. But I doubt any boomers are offended.

But it is not about them. The real shake out will be the Echos.

John
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-07-24, 06:03 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,437
Posted By 70sSanO

There is a distinct difference between a step...

There is a distinct difference between a step through, that would include a mixte, and a low step frame.

The Public C9 is a step through. I bought a Handsome She Devil frame, which is a similar...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 10:26 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 326
Posted By 70sSanO

I don’t have a long history with what you are...

I don’t have a long history with what you are looking for, but I’ve been happy with Kenda Kwick Tendril in a 28mm.

I originally bought them to use on an indoor trainer, but have used them on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-06-24, 08:31 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 5,870
Posted By 70sSanO

It is not controversial. Classic car retro...

It is not controversial. Classic car retro grouches convert from drum to disc because there are good conversion kits available. If discs brakes preceded drum brakes in the car world, drum brakes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-24, 06:21 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 273
Posted By 70sSanO

People and expectations. I can shift flat rings...

People and expectations. I can shift flat rings with STI, but it takes some technique.

What I can’t do is just force it over and have it climb onto the next ring seamlessly.

People want to just...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 79
Views: 2,370
Posted By 70sSanO

They used to be fairly cheap, but are probably a...

They used to be fairly cheap, but are probably a lot higher now; about 10 years ago I picked up a Serotta T-Max frame for $120. Made with Columbus Max tubing. Super short wheelbase and 72/73...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-04-24, 10:42 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,050
Posted By 70sSanO

Your best bet is to search online for videos on...

Your best bet is to search online for videos on repairing shifters, and any other component issues.

Flipping most things usually requires some consumables and a mechanical ability. Mechanical...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-03-24, 04:35 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 227
Posted By 70sSanO

If the freehub is Shimano and only 7 speed, with...

If the freehub is Shimano and only 7 speed, with no spacer behind the cassette, there is a chance it is an RM30-7 hub. You can get a replacement freehub body. You should remove the axle and ball...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-24, 10:16 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,262
Posted By 70sSanO

Since bikes no longer come with them, pedals. ...

Since bikes no longer come with them, pedals.

Makes riding up hills easier.

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 11:16 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 370
Posted By 70sSanO

Great video! My question is if the tool can...

Great video!

My question is if the tool can also be used left handed. I am concerned about unequal muscle development between my arms.

I currently use my left hand for under 10nm and right and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-01-24, 11:03 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 477
Posted By 70sSanO

I’ve never experienced this with identical tubes...

I’ve never experienced this with identical tubes and tires. The first obvious thing to try, but is a pain, is to swap tubes. The rear tire should only inflate to 80 lbs.

I’m betting that the valve...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-31-24, 07:47 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 934
Posted By 70sSanO

I bought some 1/2” wide multi-color electrical...

I bought some 1/2” wide multi-color electrical tape at Home Depot. I like the narrower look. So far it has worked well. Might use a different color next wrap.

John
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 05:13 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,447
Posted By 70sSanO

This is what I would do. I’ve never tried to...

This is what I would do. I’ve never tried to remove a SPD mechanism before, but it appears a Phillips screwdriver will do it.

John
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-31-24, 10:54 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 3,433
Posted By 70sSanO

The bicycle industry is somewhat self defeating...

The bicycle industry is somewhat self defeating in this.

For years weight has been a significant driver in selling higher end bikes.

Even with components, there will be some slight performance...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 4,353
Posted By 70sSanO

As others have said, you don't need to take the...

As others have said, you don't need to take the shifter apart, but this video lets you see how a pawl shifting mechanism works. And why when you push the lever, nothing happens.

If you can push...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-24, 12:54 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 769
Posted By 70sSanO

If you are using a hex skewer, all you would need...

If you are using a hex skewer, all you would need to do to retain the skewer is close the dropout on the outside with a half round. Like a closed lawyer lip.

You would need to remove the skewer...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-24, 11:06 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 769
Posted By 70sSanO

Except for thru axles, most retention systems,...

Except for thru axles, most retention systems, lawyer lips, recesses, etc., are QR retention, not axle retention. However, as will be beaten over and over, a steel closed cam QR is important. The...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-24, 09:32 AM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,394
Posted By 70sSanO

Or you can sing a verse from the Beatles’...

Or you can sing a verse from the Beatles’ Yesterday while drafting an e-bike.

“Suddenly I’m not half the man I used to be…”

John
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-24, 09:08 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 1,619
Posted By 70sSanO

I think bikes are designed to fit into a range...

I think bikes are designed to fit into a range for the majority of riders so a fit on an existing bike will always be some amount of tweaking. You already have the bike, the geometry isn’t changing....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 02:27 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,636
Posted By 70sSanO

I would add titanium. John

I would add titanium.

John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 02:12 PM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,636
Posted By 70sSanO

My understanding L’Eroica first started in 1997...

My understanding L’Eroica first started in 1997 with a 1987 bike cutoff. So originally it was a 10 year old cutoff.

The Nova is basically a separate event so a person would not be riding along...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-27-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 96
Views: 4,636
Posted By 70sSanO

I think any event that celebrates a bygone era is...

I think any event that celebrates a bygone era is always fun. Examples of older bikes, or whatever the item, is like touring a museum.

But it tends to be generational, and participation tends to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-26-24, 11:27 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,411
Posted By 70sSanO

Early Salsa was more mountain bike oriented. ...

Early Salsa was more mountain bike oriented. Handlebar clamps were 25.4mm for flat bars. Road bars have “traditionally” been 26mm, although some are 25.4mm, and Cinelli was 26.4mm.

It really...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-26-24, 12:33 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 585
Posted By 70sSanO

So you raced a carbon cross bike and are riding a...

So you raced a carbon cross bike and are riding a carbon road bike, but for gravel a frankenbike or an aluminum gravel bike, is fine.

Not my decision, but if budget is really not an issue, buy a...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-25-24, 01:36 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 405
Posted By 70sSanO

Then going from 115mm to 105mm will essentially...

Then going from 115mm to 105mm will essentially put the outer ring in the middle ring chainline with the 115mm BB.

Only word of caution would be going from an asymmetrical 115mm to symmetrical...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-24, 05:32 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 405
Posted By 70sSanO

Are you using your existing triple crank? If...

Are you using your existing triple crank?

If so, which chainring position?

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-24, 05:05 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 254
Posted By 70sSanO

A few years ago I went through some of my freehub...

A few years ago I went through some of my freehub bodies and weighed them on a kitchen scale. In the spirit of weight weenism...

DA-7700 (Ti) - 113gr
XTR-M950 (Ti) - 114gr
DX-M650 (7 Spd) -...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-24-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 2,965
Posted By 70sSanO

My road bike is setup with a triple as I am old....

My road bike is setup with a triple as I am old. When I was younger I rode the same terrain, fairly hilly, with a 52/42 and a 13-28 freewheel. That was pretty much the standard setup almost 40 years...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 392
Posted By 70sSanO

That's the NDS cone. John

That's the NDS cone.

John
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-23-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 392
Posted By 70sSanO

As already mentioned buying a complete hub...

As already mentioned buying a complete hub ensures that everything will match. The obvious donor is an WH-7700/7701 since they use the same FH body.

But there are a few pieces to this. If you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 02:50 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,186
Posted By 70sSanO

A couple years ago I picked up a Borah Superlight...

A couple years ago I picked up a Borah Superlight jacket. It has become one of my favorites for in-between temps.

It easily stuffs into a jersey pocket, weighs nothing, but still keeps the cool...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-22-24, 11:07 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 608
Posted By 70sSanO

Thanks for taking the initiative. I had thought...

Thanks for taking the initiative. I had thought about sending a question off, but didn’t follow through.

It’s their table, although they might have a mfg’s fallback response which would be tough...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-24, 10:48 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 831
Posted By 70sSanO

I would think a lot depends on how much time you...

I would think a lot depends on how much time you can easily set aside to ride.

I remember when I first started to really ride the allure of picking destination and riding to it. I never toured,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-24, 07:09 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,837
Posted By 70sSanO

I wear an iWatch and rarely check my HR during a...

I wear an iWatch and rarely check my HR during a ride, but I do after a ride. Before I had a monitor, I had no clue on zones. But I live in hills and nothing is flat.

For me it has been distance...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-20-24, 06:00 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,837
Posted By 70sSanO

My advice is to find the zone that works best for...

My advice is to find the zone that works best for you.

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John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 05:23 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,411
Posted By 70sSanO

Sounds like you are all set. John

Sounds like you are all set.

John
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-20-24, 12:46 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 371
Posted By 70sSanO

All Shimano cassettes have the same cog-to-cog...

All Shimano cassettes have the same cog-to-cog spacing. The difference between the Dura Ace 74XX and every other Shimano SIS from the 80’s and 90’s is the actuation ratio of the RD.

Dura Ace RD is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-18-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,411
Posted By 70sSanO

A lot of older road bars were 26.0mm, except...

A lot of older road bars were 26.0mm, except Cinelli. The older steel Salsa stems that I have seen are 25.4mm for mtb flat bars.

There are road bars that are 25.4mm clamp diameter, but you would...
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