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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-10-20, 08:53 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 3,667
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Run a lock to the bike from a permanent fixture. ...

Run a lock to the bike from a permanent fixture. Maybe run a bolt into the concrete
Should not be visible when the garage door is open. Maybe hang it from the ceiling above the garage door view...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
03-04-20, 09:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,697
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Looks like the same frame set that I have. 1999...

Looks like the same frame set that I have. 1999 Litespeed Classic with polished finish. Not the original fork
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
02-28-20, 01:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 5,181
Posted By Secret Squirrel

I have both k-edge and barfly out front mounts. ...

I have both k-edge and barfly out front mounts. After 3 barfly mount warranty claims for breakage at the clamp hinge, I gave up and bought another K-edge mount
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-25-20, 03:37 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 5,107
Posted By Secret Squirrel

i have used water based 303 Aerospace protectant...

i have used water based 303 Aerospace protectant on bicycle tires and brake hoods with no issues with wet or dry traction. Probably same stuff as the 303 tire dressing. I have noticed a significant...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-05-20, 02:19 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 916
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Nice, this is the sister bike of mine. I have...

Nice, this is the sister bike of mine. I have the blue version of this one which I purchased in 1986. Mine has SLX tubing with the decal near to top of the seat tube.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-03-20, 10:39 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 5,997
Posted By Secret Squirrel

wouldn't it be an expensive ticket, since a...

wouldn't it be an expensive ticket, since a bicycle is treated like a motor vehicle?
Forum: Commuting
01-18-20, 03:02 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,344
Posted By Secret Squirrel

I just smile and wave. Drives them insane

I just smile and wave. Drives them insane
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
01-06-20, 02:24 PM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 315,141
Posted By Secret Squirrel

SICURO TITANIUM BOTTLE CAGE, color matched to...

SICURO TITANIUM BOTTLE CAGE, color matched to other components (seatpost, hardware, stem spacers etc.)...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-06-20, 11:27 AM
Replies: 109
Views: 21,057
Posted By Secret Squirrel

I have the same setup (Wahoo Bolt) and my false...

I have the same setup (Wahoo Bolt) and my false positives seem to be in the same places along my commute. It appears that the security light sensors near some buildings trigger these "ghost" cars to...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-19, 02:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,732
Posted By Secret Squirrel

If you know how chrome plating stacks up on a...

If you know how chrome plating stacks up on a steel part, it makes it easier to address. Chrome is the "clear coat" over the shiny nickel. The rust creeps from the steel base to the micro-fractured...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-11-19, 04:24 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 4,039
Posted By Secret Squirrel

I have been running the Lynskey 27.2 x 400 25...

I have been running the Lynskey 27.2 x 400 25 setback seat post with no issues. It uses the single bolt ENVE clamp. The post has a slight bit of flex and has been comfortable. Somewhat like my...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-10-19, 12:28 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 568
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Looks like padded closed cell tape that used to...

Looks like padded closed cell tape that used to isolate the battery shrink wrap from the components. Keeps the battery pack from rattling in the case.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-28-19, 10:40 AM
Replies: 179
Views: 58,351
Posted By Secret Squirrel

I looked at the last thread that he contributed...

I looked at the last thread that he contributed and I am not clear on why his exit was initiated.
He has cut his direct links to his other sites, but he leaves a fairly distinct fingerprint on the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
11-25-19, 04:58 PM
Replies: 179
Views: 58,351
Posted By Secret Squirrel

I really enjoyed his content and contributions,...

I really enjoyed his content and contributions, but was personally shocked when he came out of nowhere swinging punches against my morality when I showed my newly acquired "bicycle flask".
I didn't...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-15-19, 05:29 PM
Replies: 770
Views: 318,128
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Revised Fizik saddle Varia mount to use the...

Revised Fizik saddle Varia mount to use the "Garmin Varia Quarter-turn to Friction Flange Mount Adapter". Removed GoPro provision and a little sanding. It now locks the light in...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-08-19, 03:37 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 5,310
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Low Beam/High Beam/pulsing low beam (for longer...

Low Beam/High Beam/pulsing low beam (for longer run times). If you have too many modes, it become tedious to cycle through the modes to find the one you want.
I like the option to hit a remote...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
11-07-19, 12:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,276
Posted By Secret Squirrel

A reed switch requires a magnet to trip it. You...

A reed switch requires a magnet to trip it. You can hear the "pling" when a magnet comes within range. All of my ANT+ sensors (Wahoo, Cateye, and Garmin ) have a unique address to pair to.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-29-19, 03:35 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,948
Posted By Secret Squirrel

its usually an oil port cover

its usually an oil port cover
Forum: Touring
10-28-19, 01:48 PM
Replies: 74
Views: 10,205
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Don't forget that even with unlimited amounts of...

Don't forget that even with unlimited amounts of LED lights front and rear, you can be almost invisible from the side profile at a T intersection. I see a rise in amber side running light options...
Forum: Commuting
10-28-19, 01:43 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,522
Posted By Secret Squirrel

I have used external battery headlights with a...

I have used external battery headlights with a wired remote. I like the remote so that I can jump between High beam to low beam.

I wanted the same capability for my helmet light. I moved toward...
Forum: Commuting
10-28-19, 11:37 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,522
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Bontrager has an ANT+ lighting capability with...

Bontrager has an ANT+ lighting capability with remote. Cateye has their Sync Core lights. Garmin Lights are ANT+ and a remote is available. All of these are lights with their own built in battery.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-28-19, 10:35 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,496
Posted By Secret Squirrel

The RTL510 transmits/receives under 2 ANT+...

The RTL510 transmits/receives under 2 ANT+ protocols (Light "LGT" and Radar "RDR" ANT+). The Edge 520 comunicates with RDR and LGT. Its been dropping the LGT connection intermittently and the RDR...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
10-25-19, 04:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,496
Posted By Secret Squirrel

I have had the RTL 510 with my wahoo element bolt...

I have had the RTL 510 with my wahoo element bolt and the garmin edge 520 for about 2 months Much better with the wahoo element bolt. No issues with connection dropouts with the Bolt. Some...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-16-19, 11:32 AM
Replies: 3,554
Views: 440,885
Posted By Secret Squirrel

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-19, 09:38 AM
Replies: 3,554
Views: 440,885
Posted By Secret Squirrel

I will look at it when I get home. It was from...

I will look at it when I get home. It was from Marshalls for about $69
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-15-19, 09:10 AM
Replies: 3,554
Views: 440,885
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Thumbs...

Thumbs up!https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/830x1218/thumbs_up_8f16321816780c255baee1f5edd502de2776a2f0.jpg
Forum: Southern California
10-09-19, 02:45 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,960
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Catalina Express also launches from Long Beach. ...

Catalina Express also launches from Long Beach. It is at the end of the 710 riverbed trail
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-09-19, 08:48 AM
Replies: 3,554
Views: 440,885
Posted By Secret Squirrel

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-19, 08:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,221
Posted By Secret Squirrel

I am not sure that I would be comfortable riding...

I am not sure that I would be comfortable riding a saddle where the rails could be snapped in by hand. My understanding is that an arbor press is used to install the rails for the original assembly.
Forum: Commuting
10-03-19, 10:15 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 8,970
Posted By Secret Squirrel

https://www.planetbike.com/store/bottle-blinky-bik...

https://www.planetbike.com/store/bottle-blinky-bike-side-light.html
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-30-19, 01:35 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 3,192
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Performance bike was a different company with the...

Performance bike was a different company with the original owners. Stores like Supergo, REI, and small local shops used to carry Boutique brands. REI carried Rodriguez, Santana, and Tommasini. ...
Forum: Southern California
09-26-19, 01:39 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,262
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Golden Saddle Cyclery Los Angeles. Small shop...

Golden Saddle Cyclery Los Angeles. Small shop with unique inventory.
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-23-19, 08:14 AM
Replies: 770
Views: 318,128
Posted By Secret Squirrel

I wanted to mount a RTL 510 as close to the...

I wanted to mount a RTL 510 as close to the saddle as possible. The Fizik ICS mount is a ICS to CatEye and the Garmin portion is the stock RTL 510 Mount. The ICS to Garmin Varia adapter was a 3D...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
09-22-19, 01:49 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 4,036
Posted By Secret Squirrel

I purchased one when they came out. Good design,...

I purchased one when they came out. Good design, but bad materials. They used a hard plastic for the quarter turn mount (PS or Abs) It feels like you are about the rip off the mount on your Garmin...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
09-20-19, 11:17 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,908
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Are you looking for the "paint" color code? Even...

Are you looking for the "paint" color code? Even that is difficult due to the paint suppliers tend to have their own color code based on their formulation. If you change paint suppliers, they build...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-17-19, 08:37 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 8,177
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Looks like a torsional failure near the...

Looks like a torsional failure near the welded/brazed cable fitting. Do you have any pictures of the top tube?
Forum: Road Cycling
08-13-19, 08:58 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 5,489
Posted By Secret Squirrel

+1 bring Inside. One hand on the top tube and...

+1 bring Inside.
One hand on the top tube and hand the cash/card to the clerk with your other hand.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-31-19, 08:29 AM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 315,141
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Growlering seatpost

Since the flask I purchased didn't have a secure method of attachment, I replaced it with a "mini" growler that attaches with a fidlock mount. Now it's insulated and carbonation...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-12-19, 10:47 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 4,617
Posted By Secret Squirrel

No ethereal solution to this question. ...

No ethereal solution to this question.
Something I was taught by my wife was to "clean up after myself immediately", regardless of how late or my disposition.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-28-19, 12:03 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,269
Posted By Secret Squirrel

shoe...

shoe dryer:https://cimg9.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/373x280/20170209_174509_373x280_71a613840b209a81c523873b9754334be576a363.jpg
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-19, 12:43 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 7,893
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Maybe it will fit in the "BontragerUniversal...

Maybe it will fit in the "BontragerUniversal Repair Stand Adapter" or similar?
https://www.sefiles.net/images/library/large/btr_carbonadspter_12_m.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-27-19, 10:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 6,679
Posted By Secret Squirrel

I recently removed a 10 year old piece with no...

I recently removed a 10 year old piece with no issues. It was 3M protection tape scraps from a automotive clear hood protection piece. No residual adhesive or discoloration. You would not know it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-25-19, 08:44 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,438
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Have you tried to lube the front quick release? ...

Have you tried to lube the front quick release? Creaks are hard to localize.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-19, 08:28 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,389
Posted By Secret Squirrel

It took a while. I am glad that it was...

It took a while. I am glad that it was thoughtfully composed.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-19-19, 10:26 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 18,838
Posted By Secret Squirrel

it's all going to plan. seraphim is in the...

it's all going to plan. seraphim is in the garden, whispering....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-19, 02:09 PM
Replies: 128
Views: 18,838
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Man: Look, I CAME HERE FOR AN ARGUMENT, I'm not...

Man: Look, I CAME HERE FOR AN ARGUMENT, I'm not going to just stand...!!

Mr. Barnard: OH, oh I'm sorry, but this is abuse.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-19, 01:23 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 9,561
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Go to Harbor Freight and get some cheap yellow...

Go to Harbor Freight and get some cheap yellow tinted safety glasses and try it out.
After this experiment, I ended up going clear transition lenses. The yellow lens only cut the light level at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-17-19, 08:47 AM
Replies: 128
Views: 18,838
Posted By Secret Squirrel

It's pretty obvious that the people on this forum...

It's pretty obvious that the people on this forum are aware and practice proper trail etiquette.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-19, 11:44 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 8,389
Posted By Secret Squirrel

Show me a "Black and Tan"

I really appreciate the effort others have taken to pursue this aesthetic.https://cimg5.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1124/20190616_102836_a63a369e1959e2150632aec70605ccfc8f52c290.jpg
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-19, 02:08 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,962
Posted By Secret Squirrel

I have had clicking from the cleat. The older...

I have had clicking from the cleat. The older X-2 pedal cleats use a round spring. It was cracked from wear
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