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03-24-13, 01:22 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 3,188
Posted By rickdog81

Any updates?

Did you ever find this elusive washer with an eyelet? I am interested in adding a front rack to my commuter but my fork has no eyelets. I was leaning towards the Minoura Gamoh King Carrier but it...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-03-12, 04:15 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 4,641
Posted By rickdog81

Is the Deda Mistral tape long enough to allow...

Is the Deda Mistral tape long enough to allow enough overlap to cover all the logos?
07-16-11, 05:00 PM
Replies: 928
Views: 357,186
Posted By rickdog81

Magicshine XML clone for $57.70

I am have been comparing some XM-L options for my bicycle and came across this magicshine clone from manafont.com at a nice $57.70 price:...
07-15-11, 04:40 PM
Replies: 928
Views: 357,186
Posted By rickdog81

What type of flood would be best for commuting?...

What type of flood would be best for commuting? Occasionally I ride an unlit bike path along the river that is quite dark and the condition of the roads is poor making it difficult to avoid potholes....
07-13-11, 06:58 PM
Replies: 928
Views: 357,186
Posted By rickdog81

Would you recommend an XM-L light?

I am looking for a good light for bike riding. I read through some of the forum posts with lots of info on other(older) recommended lights (p7 etc). But the XML is new. Is this the better light one...
10-28-10, 11:59 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 581
Posted By rickdog81

Thanks. I was thinking the 6510 looked like...

Thanks.

I was thinking the 6510 looked like the same shape but the different color threw me off. Unfortunately may lever bodies are taped so I can't check the #
10-28-10, 10:28 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 581
Posted By rickdog81

What model ultegra group?

What model ultegra group is this?

http://www.specialized.com/zz/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?spid=21287&menuItemId=0&gold_ses=

That is the bike and group I have. The specs do not list the model # of...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-26-10, 11:08 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 5,136
Posted By rickdog81

sidi genius 5 - sole plate + speedplay

If I remove the bottom plate will I be able to replace it or is this a permanent change? Does removing it effect the stiffness of the sole? Do you have a photo or your setup? I am interested in...
08-03-10, 12:21 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 4,883
Posted By rickdog81

Velo Endzone Saddles??

I am looking for a cheap saddle for my college commuter. I can't risk leaving my Brooks Swift locked up all day. It may be a lot to ask but I was hoping for the saddle to be somewhat comfortable for...
07-28-10, 03:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,434
Posted By rickdog81

It may be tough to find a leather retailer...

It may be tough to find a leather retailer working retailer in Los Angeles but I am sure I can find one on the internet. I will look into it. Thanks
07-18-10, 12:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,434
Posted By rickdog81

Replacement Rivet for Selle San Marco Regal ?

Somehow one of the silver rivets on my Selle San Marco Regal saddle popped out during a ride. Does anyone know if replacements are available and if they are easy to install without special tools?
...
07-08-10, 01:25 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,085
Posted By rickdog81

Bicycle Frame Box Dimensions

Does someone have the approximate dimensions of bicycle frame box for a 58cm Specialized Allez frame with fork? I am trying to get an idea of the shipping costs using fedex.com but I am not sure what...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-02-10, 02:33 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,535
Posted By rickdog81

Thanks for the piece of mind guys. I will ride...

Thanks for the piece of mind guys. I will ride the frame without second thoughts now. A little bit of touch up paint and back to the road.

thanks
07-02-10, 02:23 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,073
Posted By rickdog81

Thanks Joejack951 and FBinNY. I don't care about...

Thanks Joejack951 and FBinNY. I don't care about the cosmetics. I just needed a little piece of mind and confirmation that I would be safe riding the frame. Thanks
07-02-10, 02:55 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,073
Posted By rickdog81

Specialized FOCO steel Chainstay Dent

The frame is a 2003 Specialized Allez Cr-mo which according to Specialized is made with Columbus FOCO, fully double butted, air hardened cr-mo...
Forum: Framebuilders
07-02-10, 02:48 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 3,535
Posted By rickdog81

Dented Steel Chainstay Repair

The frame is a 2003 Specialized Allez Cr-mo which according to Specialized is made with Columbus FOCO, fully double butted, air hardened cr-mo...
Forum: Touring
06-06-10, 10:18 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,027
Posted By rickdog81

I am running mavic ma2 wheels on an older 1960s...

I am running mavic ma2 wheels on an older 1960s bianchi frame with single pivot caliper brakes
Forum: Touring
06-06-10, 10:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,131
Posted By rickdog81

I do not have a rack nor a frame with braze-ons...

I do not have a rack nor a frame with braze-ons for a rack. I haven't looked into buying a rack and panniers because this is my first tour and I want to start with a small investment. If I get into...
Forum: Touring
06-06-10, 03:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,131
Posted By rickdog81

Thanks

Great tip on making a box with the proper dimensions and seeing what will fit.
I am traveling with four others so I have the luxury of being able to spread the load of some common items like tools...
Forum: Touring
06-06-10, 01:29 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,131
Posted By rickdog81

Saddlebag/Handlebar bag touring

Will a large Carradice Camper sized saddlebag fit all the essentials for an SF to LA tour. The bags volume is listed at 24 liters. This is my first tour and I do not have the funds to purchase a...
Forum: Touring
06-06-10, 12:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,027
Posted By rickdog81

Bicycle weight and tire size.

I am planning my first tour. I am a graduate student so I have little money that must be spent in the most efficient way preparing a non-touring bicycle to carry gear.The route will be SF to LA. I...
06-02-10, 01:27 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,073
Posted By rickdog81

Are these only old stock now?

Does Mavic still make the Open Pro CD or Open Pro Ceramic? Or do I need to hunt for NOS to get these rims? I am looking for an all black rim that will be used with brakes. Velocity rims and other...
Forum: Commuting
05-25-10, 12:14 PM
Replies: 64
Views: 3,015
Posted By rickdog81

I think the Ribble sale is still up and the...

I think the Ribble sale is still up and the exchange rate is still $1.44 to 1 British pound. Great deal if you need tires. I couldn't decide between Vittoria Rubino Pro's or Continental Gatorskins so...
05-21-10, 01:30 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,021
Posted By rickdog81

Found a better deal

I took your advice and visited Ribble Cycles site. I bought a pair of Vittoria Rubino Pro III and a pair of Continental Gatorskins for the amazingly low price of $95 including shipping. With such...
05-20-10, 01:43 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,021
Posted By rickdog81

Where in the US can I get a pair of Vittoria...

Where in the US can I get a pair of Vittoria Rubino Pro IIIs for $50-55. Best price I could find was from PBK.
05-19-10, 05:51 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 5,021
Posted By rickdog81

been checking out italian ebay

With the euro down and me in need of new tires and a new saddle I browsed out some online european bike shops and italian ebay. I came across a great deal for some vittoria rubino pro III tires. I am...
04-28-10, 12:47 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 14,045
Posted By rickdog81

According to http://www.raydobbins.com/polishing/...

According to http://www.raydobbins.com/polishing/ some Campy seat post should not be anodized. Did you find that to be true? I have what seems to look like the same seat post. It is marked up pretty...
04-28-10, 12:05 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,909
Posted By rickdog81

How did it go?

I am bringing your post back to life because I am curious as to how your seatpost turned out? I found the same seatpost at a local flea market with the same zig zag marks along the back of the post....
04-26-10, 06:15 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,252
Posted By rickdog81

Can I use a ruler?

Do you think I can make an educated guess with a ruler? Where should I measure? Between the teeth where the roller on the chain will hit?
04-26-10, 05:55 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,252
Posted By rickdog81

What width chain is compatible with this chainring?

How can I figure out the proper width chain and cog for my chainring? I do not own calipers but I don't mind riding to the bike shop if there is no other way.

I acquired a nice NOS 144bcd 48T...
04-22-10, 03:37 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,048
Posted By rickdog81

To add more confusion to the mix... I thought...

To add more confusion to the mix... I thought Campy strada cranks where compatible with an ISO taper but according to Phil Wood's site, pre 1994 campy cranks used JIS tapers. Most Bikeforums members...
04-22-10, 02:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,048
Posted By rickdog81

What size spindle for 42mm chainline?

Did you end up with the appropriate 42mm chainline? I am building up my next bike which has a Miche bottom bracket already installed. I haven't measured to see if it is 110mm or 107mm but I would...
04-21-10, 03:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,105
Posted By rickdog81

How do I replace decals without harming finish?

I want to replace flaking decals on a powder coated Rich Adams frame. The decals are not clear coated. How can I remove the decals without damaging or fading the powder coat. I have done a search but...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-11-10, 04:54 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,165
Posted By rickdog81

Any idea where I can find/buy a Specialized Columbus Foco steel frame?

http://www.specialized.com/us/en/bc/SBCBkModel.jsp?arc=2003&spid=20909&menuItemId=0

I am looking for a steel frame to build with an ultegra group I have from an old aluminum frame. I am interested...
03-03-10, 04:00 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,438
Posted By rickdog81

Fiamme Rims?

http://losangeles.craigslist.org/lac/bik/1626911020.html

Can anybody give me some info about these rims? I know the yellow label tubulars used to be the lighter racing tire but what about the...
02-27-10, 04:00 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,100
Posted By rickdog81

thanks

Thanks for the heads up but I have decided to go with a more classic silver box section rim like the sun m13II or mavic open sport. I can get either wheelset for about $150. I was leaning towards the...
02-22-10, 04:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,100
Posted By rickdog81

What about a good local LA wheel-builder? What is...

What about a good local LA wheel-builder? What is the going labor rate for building a wheelset. I figure it maybe cheaper/better than getting a wheelset online then having to pay a shop to check the...
02-11-10, 09:20 PM
Replies: 928
Views: 357,186
Posted By rickdog81

http://www.shiningbeam.com/servlet/the-66/**NEW**-...

http://www.shiningbeam.com/servlet/the-66/**NEW**-Romisen-RC-dsh-C3-II/Detail
http://i84.photobucket.com/albums/k17/Rickdog81/RC-C3IIQ5BK.jpg

What about this light? It is compact but will the max...
02-11-10, 04:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 787
Posted By rickdog81

let me know how you like it? I am in the process...

let me know how you like it? I am in the process of picking out a led flashlight setup for my bike.
02-11-10, 03:39 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,100
Posted By rickdog81

Which non-machined rims did you have in mind? If...

Which non-machined rims did you have in mind? If they are non-machined aluminum then the brake rub shouldn't affect the look/coloration of the aluminum sidewall?

I'm thinking about getting these...
02-07-10, 04:46 PM
Replies: 928
Views: 357,186
Posted By rickdog81

What is the latest recommendation?

I have skimmed through this thread and decided that led flashlight is the way to go. While earlier post from 2008 recommended the the Romisen or more expensive fenix lights it seems that the tech for...
02-07-10, 02:46 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,578
Posted By rickdog81

Most people will recommend a Kryptonite evolution...

Most people will recommend a Kryptonite evolution or New York if you don't mind the weight.

Kryptonite Evolution...
02-07-10, 02:32 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,100
Posted By rickdog81

I don't have any experience with non-machined...

I don't have any experience with non-machined rims so I am not sure if it effects the stopping time. If the stop times are equal then I guess it doesn't matter if it is machined or not.
02-05-10, 05:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,100
Posted By rickdog81

Definitely brakes. I don't see any reason to not...

Definitely brakes. I don't see any reason to not have brakes, especially in traffic. I guess velodrome rules is the only valid reason for a brakeless set up.
Forum: Commuting
02-04-10, 10:14 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 390
Posted By rickdog81

Bart

San Francisco Bay Area has bicycle check in (kinda like a coat check) in the BART (subway) stations. You can look into a set up like that for daily commuters especially if you have a subway in your...
02-04-10, 10:06 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 3,100
Posted By rickdog81

Wheelset recommendations

I am going to be building a wheelset for a single speed commuter.
What are some good options that I should be looking at?

Things I hope for in this wheelset:
-Solid, not easily un-trued
-less...
Forum: Commuting
02-04-10, 04:39 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 374
Posted By rickdog81

Commuter wheelset recommendations

I am going to be building a wheelset for a single speed commuter.
What are some good options that I should be looking at?

Things I hope for in this wheelset:
-Solid, not easily un-trued
-less...
01-18-10, 11:49 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,048
Posted By rickdog81

Very nice setup. Looks tight but I think my frame...

Very nice setup. Looks tight but I think my frame should give me the clearance I need. I think I may run the Miche bottom bracket as well, at least until I can find a used campy one that I can...
01-12-10, 04:23 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,048
Posted By rickdog81

chainring bolts

One other concern I thought about...

Will I run into problems with the road chainring bolts holding a track chainring?
01-11-10, 06:56 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 7,048
Posted By rickdog81

Just the expertise I was hoping for. Where would...

Just the expertise I was hoping for. Where would us youngsters be without the "old farts". Thank you very much.
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