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Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-07-10, 08:36 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,480
Posted By DaveloMA

'84 Miyata 310 or '85 Fuji Espree for commuting, day-tripping

Hi. I'm looking at these two bicycles -- '84 Miyata 310 or '85 Fuji Espree. Both appear to be original and in good shape. The Miyata is advertised as a 23", the Fuji as a 21" so I don't know if they...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-27-10, 01:31 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,964
Posted By DaveloMA

I never thought of p-clamps... ...

I never thought of p-clamps...

http://www.bikecommuters.com/2008/07/19/p-clamps-are-your-friends/

The frame is in good condition. I use a seat post rack now, but it's not the best solution.
...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-27-10, 12:50 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 4,964
Posted By DaveloMA

Adding rack eyelets to a finished frame

Hi. I have a steel frame bicycle, and I'd like to add eyelets to the seat stay and drop-outs to make the bike more suitable for commuting, day-tripping.

Can this be done?

Thanks!
David

ps...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-14-10, 12:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 4,870
Posted By DaveloMA

Have you done this mod yet? I need to do the same...

Have you done this mod yet? I need to do the same on my Burley Rumba, and I'm wondering about the need to run new cables.

Thanks!
David
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-03-09, 10:52 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 595
Posted By DaveloMA

reuse, rebuild, or replace

Hi, all. I have an '00 Burley Rumba that I bought used. It has Bontrager Fairlane 48h rims and Shimano Deore XT hubs (incredibly, also with 48h!). Some of the many, many spokes on the bike are a bit...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-24-09, 07:49 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 346
Posted By DaveloMA

Shimano rear hub noise

Hi, all. I have a Shimano WH-550 wheel set with about 4,000 miles on it. On the way to work the other day, I heard a loud ratcheting noise (not unlike baseball cards stuck in his spokes...) coming...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-23-09, 10:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,327
Posted By DaveloMA

After hemming, hawing, researching, polling,...

After hemming, hawing, researching, polling, emailing, and phone-calling, I decided to go with the Lone Peak P500 panniers. Mostly because I buy wholeheartedly into the expression "Go big or stay...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-21-09, 11:26 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,327
Posted By DaveloMA

Busted! I'm a lobbyist for the New England...

Busted! I'm a lobbyist for the New England tourism industry! :)

We bought the tandem (as an early anniversary gift to ourselves) with the thought of someday taking these types of trips, so it...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-19-09, 07:25 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,327
Posted By DaveloMA

Hi, all, and thanks for all the comments. I...

Hi, all, and thanks for all the comments. I weighed Ortliebs, Arkels, Lone Peak, Axiom, etc., and decided that the Lone Peaks (not sure which model, yet) would probably suit our needs.

The trip...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-19-09, 08:25 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,327
Posted By DaveloMA

credit card touring -- bags up front or in back?

Hi. My wife and I are dipping our toes in the tandem touring waters this fall with an 80-mile roundtrip overnight along the Erie Canal Tow Path. Destination is a B&B, so we'll be bringing a set of...
Forum: Touring
08-18-09, 10:48 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 4,937
Posted By DaveloMA

Can anyone tell me if bags like the Lasalle use...

Can anyone tell me if bags like the Lasalle use the same type of hook/cord mechanism that's used by the Typhoon:

http://www.axiomgear.com/products/gear/bags/panniers/typhoon/

Also, is "locking...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-15-09, 11:01 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,297
Posted By DaveloMA

You guys are so smooth! Love the shots from that...

You guys are so smooth! Love the shots from that lsat swoopy descent.

Still, I can't help thinking how much faster and smoother you'd be if your frame weren't that crappy steel stuff. ;)

Ride...
Forum: Western Canada
06-08-09, 10:57 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 583
Posted By DaveloMA

Help find Daniel Hughes

Passing this along from a blog I read....

http://www.penmachine.com/2009/06/help-find-daniel-hughes

Keep your eyes open!

David
Forum: Commuting
06-04-09, 08:03 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 6,445
Posted By DaveloMA

This form might come in handy: ...

This form might come in handy:

http://www.billericapolice.com/forms/mvcomplaint.pdf

If I understand correctly, it's not used for active enforcement (i.e., cops can't use it to issue a...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-19-09, 01:53 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,100
Posted By DaveloMA

Is it still called work if it's fun? :)

Is it still called work if it's fun? :)
Forum: Road Cycling
04-28-09, 11:22 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 4,309
Posted By DaveloMA

What degree rise does that stem have? 20?

What degree rise does that stem have? 20?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-27-09, 11:03 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 938
Posted By DaveloMA

Is it a Burley... or a Trek?

Hi. I recently purchased what I think is a Burley Rumba, circa 2000. It has an oval shaped bottom tube (whatever it's called.... the tube that connects the captain and stoker BBs).

I was on a ride...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-27-09, 09:51 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,798
Posted By DaveloMA

Just thought I'd chime in: we recently purchased...

Just thought I'd chime in: we recently purchased a used Burley Rumba, and we found the stock brakes (Tektro Mini Vs) to be anemic and vague. We replaced the front with an Avid Single Digit and Travel...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-23-09, 10:46 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,627
Posted By DaveloMA

Wow. Very scary. I'm glad you two are ok. Spooky...

Wow. Very scary. I'm glad you two are ok. Spooky photo, indeed.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-19-09, 07:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,370
Posted By DaveloMA

Be honest: it was the bullfrog that sealed the...

Be honest: it was the bullfrog that sealed the deal, wasn't it? :)

Enjoy it!
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-17-09, 10:33 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 3,323
Posted By DaveloMA

I went through just this last weekend, and my...

I went through just this last weekend, and my situation is similar to what you describe. I'm far from experienced (we have one ride of thirteen miles under our wheels), so I'll humbly offer the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-13-09, 12:11 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 807
Posted By DaveloMA

measuring slack

And how do you measure slack?

When there is no pressure on the pedals, both top and bottom chain runs sag; I suppose I could measure top and bottom slack (and then add together?).

If I press on...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-12-09, 07:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,049
Posted By DaveloMA

Fixed!

Joan decided not to come to the garage to check out the new handlebar position (something about being comfortable on the sofa, thank you very much... could the bloom already be off the rose?!), but I...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-12-09, 06:15 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,049
Posted By DaveloMA

Doh! Thanks very much. I'm off to the garage now.

Doh! Thanks very much. I'm off to the garage now.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-12-09, 05:46 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,049
Posted By DaveloMA

The stoker bars were set up like that when we...

The stoker bars were set up like that when we picked it up. They looked a bit odd to me, but, so far, no complaints fromthe stoker. So, I guess we'll go with funtion over form, unless we'll be...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-12-09, 01:57 PM
Replies: 1,509
Views: 669,330
Posted By DaveloMA

Eureka!

Lovely wife Joan and a scowling (it was the sun, I swear!) me in the driveway after our first-ever ride on our beautiful new (to us) Burley Rumba. On-road pictures will have to wait until we can find...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
04-12-09, 01:50 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,049
Posted By DaveloMA

Our new Rumba

Finally!

After probably a full year of prowling Craigslist, pestering members of this forum, and hemming and hawing, my wife and I brought home our first tandem yesterday! It's an immaculate '00...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-25-08, 08:01 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 768
Posted By DaveloMA

I thought this one held some promise, but the...

I thought this one held some promise, but the seller is not interested in shipping. So, if you're in the Houston area, you might want to check this out:
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-08, 08:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 792
Posted By DaveloMA

One more thing: The skewer I'm using is the one...

One more thing: The skewer I'm using is the one that came with my Cyclops trainer, not the Shimano part (I just forgot to swap it out in Spring). Is it possible that the skewer is the culprit? I can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-08, 07:41 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 792
Posted By DaveloMA

Hi. I wanted to piggyback on this thread because...

Hi. I wanted to piggyback on this thread because I have a similar problem. The symptom is a rear wheel with lateral play in it -- when it's securely (axle seated in the dropouts, QR tight, etc.) in...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-04-08, 01:28 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,700
Posted By DaveloMA

Isn't there? From the race description on their...

Isn't there? From the race description on their web site:

Cat 4/5 Men 9:18 am 1 lap, 22 miles 75 Merchandise
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
08-04-08, 12:35 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 285
Posted By DaveloMA

The race was stopped when thunder and lightning...

The race was stopped when thunder and lightning hit the area. The organizers, from what I understand, are trying to revise the results so that the DNFs are changed to ST.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-10-08, 12:00 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 877
Posted By DaveloMA

Lifespan of a sealed BB?

My bike has developed as clicking/ticking sound that seems to emanate from the bottom bracket. On both pedal strokes (and only while pedaling). Seems to start only after I’ve been on the bike for...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-06-08, 07:54 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,644
Posted By DaveloMA

When you have the chance, can you talk a little...

When you have the chance, can you talk a little more about how/why you went from shopping used to buying new, and any other bikes you tried out at Tandems East? Burleys? C'dales? Co-Mos? As a future...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-05-08, 12:59 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,644
Posted By DaveloMA

Sweet! I'm green with envy (pardon the non-pun)....

Sweet! I'm green with envy (pardon the non-pun). New? Used? I like the idea of the Brooks. (I know little about tandems, but the front and rear cranks seem a bit out of synch?)

Enjoy!
David
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-20-08, 01:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 878
Posted By DaveloMA

I should have added: We're of average size,...

I should have added:

We're of average size, I suppose (me, ~5'11" with a 33" inseam; I ride a 56cm; she's 5'2"), so I think that falls within most normal/stock parameters.

Thanks for the tips....
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-20-08, 12:57 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 878
Posted By DaveloMA

How much did she pay you? ;)

How much did she pay you? ;)
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-20-08, 12:34 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 878
Posted By DaveloMA

KHS Milano or Cannondale RT3 or...

Hi, all.

First-time poster on this sub-forum, and I want to say thanks for the information that's been posted here (and the willingness to share it).

On a leisurely metric on my single this...
Forum: Southeast
07-05-07, 11:59 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 894
Posted By DaveloMA

Thanks to Carrollwood Bicycle Emporium and Tampa Bay Freewheelers

I was in the Tampa area for a family vacation last week. While I was there, I rented a bicycle from Carrollwood Bicycle Emporium, and hooked up with the Tampa Bay Freewheelers for a 50-mile ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-06, 07:01 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 262
Posted By DaveloMA

Thanks, Splytz. I'll give those roads a try. ...

Thanks, Splytz. I'll give those roads a try.

David
Forum: Road Cycling
07-05-06, 03:15 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 262
Posted By DaveloMA

Rides near Saratoga Springs?

Hi. I'll be in Saratoga Springs (downtown) for a long weekend. Can anyone recommend good rides (20 miles or so) that originate downtown (i.e., that don't require a car to get to a starting point)?
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-19-06, 01:16 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,009
Posted By DaveloMA

2004 BMW R1150RS (24k miles) 2006 Gunnar Roadie...

2004 BMW R1150RS (24k miles)
2006 Gunnar Roadie (.5k miles)

I've been taking my car to work a lot more since I resumed bicycle riding because I need a way to get my bicycle to rides after work....
Forum: Road Cycling
05-10-06, 06:52 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,987
Posted By DaveloMA

I did it once (well, twice: once over, once back)...

I did it once (well, twice: once over, once back) by mistake, though. I was visiting from out of town, looking for K Street to hook up with the Crescent City Bike trail that runs from Georgetown to...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-24-06, 08:08 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 421
Posted By DaveloMA

Just wanted to say thanks to those who...

Just wanted to say thanks to those who recommended routes and trails to ride in the DC area. I stuck to the Capital Crescent Trail for my early morning rides (except for the first day out, when I got...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-10-06, 08:09 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,336
Posted By DaveloMA

I have the same problem, so I'm psyched to see...

I have the same problem, so I'm psyched to see this thread, and even more so that you've found a solution.

So, what is it that the wedges do? And how was it diagnosed; iow, what, besides numb...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-07-06, 08:37 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 256
Posted By DaveloMA

REI, LL Bean

I'm just starting to look for this stuff, too. REI and LL Beans are two places I'm aware of. I haven't looked elsewhere and don't really see the need to at this stage of the game.

David
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-06, 12:16 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 701
Posted By DaveloMA

My new Gunnar Roadie

Just picked it up yesterday evening. I'll post some other (not Rad-55 quality, mind you) pictures another time, but this will have to do for now.

For the parts-obssessed/curious:

DA brifters
...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-05-06, 12:06 PM
Replies: 27,209
Views: 18,409,739
Posted By DaveloMA

my new hotness

Just picked up my Gunnar Roadie yesterday. Built for me by Roy Cervantes of Grace Bicycles in Holliston, MA. Naturally, it's snowing today so I can't ride it. But I open this .jpg now and then and...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-28-06, 06:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,119
Posted By DaveloMA

Ink.

Ink.
Forum: Training & Nutrition
03-20-06, 09:02 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 767
Posted By DaveloMA

Lateral leg/knee movement

Hi. I use Look clipless pedals; red clip, designed to allow for float. I've used them for years with no issues, but recently began increasing mileage, frequency, intensity, and I'm developing some...
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