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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-08-21, 09:13 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,932
Posted By Hank195

This ad on Danish TV for the TDF does a...

This ad on Danish TV for the TDF does a remarkable job of capturing the “dress code” and how it (we) are viewed by others. Pretty entertaining and spot on - as someone above said - “I’ve been seenl
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-23-21, 07:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,231
Posted By Hank195

I agree with the comments above that something is...

I agree with the comments above that something is wrong with those wheels or their build if you are breaking spokes that frequently.
A few years ago I got my first good (for me) road bike in many...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-24-21, 06:53 PM
Replies: 3,145
Views: 940,076
Posted By Hank195

I have had some trouble finding chains...

I have had some trouble finding chains lately...... Bike Tires Direct has Shimano Dura-Ace HG-901 11 speed chain as their Daily Special.today $41.99. DA chain for just over Ultegra prices.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-20-21, 05:21 PM
Replies: 101
Views: 7,840
Posted By Hank195

From a bumper sticker I saw the other day ...

From a bumper sticker I saw the other day

Fight Metric - don’t give an inch
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-13-20, 08:11 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 6,498
Posted By Hank195

Blast from the past - I did that too, mounted the...

Blast from the past - I did that too, mounted the 8-track under the seat (electrically isolated). Worked great until the seat sagged a bit, hit a big bump and seat spring shorted out against the top...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-20, 09:14 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,167
Posted By Hank195

I had a 2 door MINI for 17 years and 240,000...

I had a 2 door MINI for 17 years and 240,000 miles. I was very happy with the car but it did require a good bit maintenance. Fortunately I was able to do most of the work myself (including replacing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-15-19, 09:20 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,691
Posted By Hank195

Just yesterday for me, I think it was the first...

Just yesterday for me, I think it was the first time this year. Late afternoon, cold for me (just below freezing), I’m huffing and puffing on my local hill loop, part way up there is a white SUV...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-15-19, 07:39 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 6,088
Posted By Hank195

Another electric option are the Fumpa pumps from...

Another electric option are the Fumpa pumps from Australia. These seem to be bicycle specific, set up for presta valves. They are small and light, look well built but are expensive. More info at...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-19-19, 09:49 PM
Replies: 3,145
Views: 940,076
Posted By Hank195

Pearl iZumi has 25% off site wide and free...

Pearl iZumi has 25% off site wide and free shipping. See their web site
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-19-17, 08:53 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 970
Posted By Hank195

A couple of other to consider would include Red...

A couple of other to consider would include Red Kite Prayer, Cycling Tips
Bike Shop CX has some detailed tech discussions with CX focus

I also understand VeloNews has a podcast

I don't seem to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-08-17, 02:26 PM
Replies: 228
Views: 36,827
Posted By Hank195

What is the fastest way to make a small fortune...

What is the fastest way to make a small fortune in a local bike shop business?


Start with a large fortune.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-17, 07:55 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 8,186
Posted By Hank195

I have a similar situation with a new (to me)...

I have a similar situation with a new (to me) bike with the same components. I am going to try the 50/34 approach shelbyfv suggested. Currently Ribble is selling the silver 5800 105 50/34 crankset...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-31-16, 09:28 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,171,267
Posted By Hank195

Schwann Paramount - $825

Really, really, large (71 cm) 1974 Paramount. Looks very nice but so tall it makes the wheels look small!

Schwinn Paramount Racing Bicycle (http://newhaven.craigslist.org/bik/5790260976.html)
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
09-25-16, 08:12 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 4,882
Posted By Hank195

Well done!!! and congratulations. Thanks for...

Well done!!! and congratulations. Thanks for taking the time each day to share and bring all of us along on your epic trip. I will miss checking your progress each day. Your trip is a fine example...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-16, 07:11 AM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,567
Posted By Hank195

The explanation from cny-bikeman (in 2009) seems...

The explanation from cny-bikeman (in 2009) seems to make sense, I will try this next time I'm installing a tire.
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