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Forum: Texas
08-17-12, 07:14 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,359
Posted By Halfast

I am going for my 6th year to do the whole thing....

I am going for my 6th year to do the whole thing. I still want to know if we will get free beer as in the 98 mile rest stop. I am looking forward to going through the Air Force base for the first...
Forum: Texas
07-16-12, 03:54 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,654
Posted By Halfast

Looks like the route stays the same with no...

Looks like the route stays the same with no Hell's Gate or bailout option.

http://www.timesrecordnews.com/news/2012/jul/16/route-change-up-in-hottern-hell/
Forum: Texas
06-16-12, 10:04 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,654
Posted By Halfast

Hotter n' Hell New Route - No Beer Stop!!?

HHH has changed the route, and does NOT go through the 98 mile rest stop location!! :notamused: SAD!!! I wonder if the beer guys will move their famous rest stop? Go to the HHH web site for the...
10-13-11, 08:35 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,104
Posted By Halfast

Extending "Plastic Cleats Lifetime"

I am the kind of guy that refuses to buy ink replacement cartridges instead of refilling my own. The printer sales are not selling printers but ink futures. I found myself in the same position with...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-11, 07:08 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 11,411
Posted By Halfast

All of the above, and I like to add a little salt...

All of the above, and I like to add a little salt to the 50/50 mix in the hot months. I have been using this mix since the late 70's when I was training for marathons.
05-12-11, 08:01 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,021
Posted By Halfast

Best 10 Speed Shimano Chain Connector?

After 35000 miles and many 10 speed Shimano chain changes with Shimano pins, I have had a failure. Chain was skipping occasionally, and found the connector pin out on the non drive side. Lucky I...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-23-11, 05:09 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 3,628
Posted By Halfast

I have three road bikes, one has 5600, one 6600,...

I have three road bikes, one has 5600, one 6600, one 7800. I cannot tell the difference when shifting the rear cogs. They ALL fray cable about 3000 miles, so I just replace them. The 5600 DOES have...
07-18-10, 09:17 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 642
Posted By Halfast

This post should have been BEFORE you ordered!!

This post should have been BEFORE you ordered!!
Forum: Road Cycling
07-18-10, 08:15 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 4,931
Posted By Halfast

I am different, I do not reload but every 3-4...

I am different, I do not reload but every 3-4 days. I start at 125 lbs. Have never had a snake bite flat.
07-16-10, 07:14 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 3,212
Posted By Halfast

I had to reconnect the wires to a Cateye after...

I had to reconnect the wires to a Cateye after breaking. It is very tedious and prone to failure as the wires are tiny with 2 in each housing. I would much rather coil/wrap it up and tape in place...
07-10-10, 07:12 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,042
Posted By Halfast

My LBS who has tons of experience says that he...

My LBS who has tons of experience says that he has NEVER seen a STI shifter "Worn Out". They get cables broken off in them, and get gummed up according to him. I will proceed with the "Cleansing". ...
07-10-10, 04:52 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,042
Posted By Halfast

BCRider, I have already done all you...

BCRider,

I have already done all you suggested. The cable and housing have been recently replaced, the rear der moves properly when disconnected, and the cable moves freely when tested by hand. ...
07-10-10, 04:04 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,042
Posted By Halfast

Thanks rydabent for the input, as you have chosen...

Thanks rydabent for the input, as you have chosen one thing I was thinking about. I will probably soak it overnight then vibrate it for a couple of hours.

I plan on using a vibrating brass...
07-10-10, 03:01 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 4,042
Posted By Halfast

Soak gummed up shifter with what?

My right Ultegra shifter with 20k miles is failing, shifting both up and down intermittently. I pulled the rear wheel and can see the der and cable do not move correctly sometimes. I have tried...
06-03-10, 01:10 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 788
Posted By Halfast

I already have both cassettes and am planning a...

I already have both cassettes and am planning a very hilly/mountain ride where I can use that 4 %!! I am old, fat and slow!!

My LBS tells me that Shimano is coming out with 10 speed mountain bike...
06-02-10, 05:22 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 788
Posted By Halfast

Make a 6600 12-27 a 12-28 using 6700 11-28 cogs?

Has anybody taken off the 21/24/28 cogs off a 11-28 6700 and put them on a 6600 12-27 to make a 12-28? I hate to give up the 16 and do not need the 11 cog. Seems like it ought to work.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-25-10, 10:47 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,422
Posted By Halfast

I knew better than to ask this group this...

I knew better than to ask this group this question! To get the correct answer I had to go to the Fuji support site and ask the question to get an accurate answer!!

AND THE ANSWER IS: Drum...
05-24-10, 05:13 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 475
Posted By Halfast

I do have one. I pick up everything on the road,...

I do have one. I pick up everything on the road, tools,etc. I found one on the road one day, did not know what I would do with it, now I know!! I assume you mean the white case with the clip?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-24-10, 04:47 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 7,422
Posted By Halfast

What does RC mean on Fuji Team RC bike?

I have had this Fuji Team RC bike for 3 years and keep getting asked what RC means? Anybody know the answer? It is one small step from their best bike in '06.
05-22-10, 10:04 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 409
Posted By Halfast

You can ride the river levee on a asphalt MUP...

You can ride the river levee on a asphalt MUP from Audubon Park (Uptown) to Desrehan and back for 50 miles round trip, lots of activity on the river. Go across the Causeway to the north shore and...
04-30-10, 01:36 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 595
Posted By Halfast

PROBLEM FOUND!!! Where the cable entered the...

PROBLEM FOUND!!!

Where the cable entered the casing at the rear der is where there was little or no movement of cable. Where the cable entered the casing that goes to the shifter the cable was...
04-30-10, 10:40 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 595
Posted By Halfast

Went through entire Park rear der adjust. No...

Went through entire Park rear der adjust. No help. I really think the shifter is kaput because of the non movement on the first shift from cog 12 to 13. Next stop, the LBS?
04-30-10, 08:11 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 595
Posted By Halfast

Stumped on 6600 Shifter Problem

I have 6600 shifters on my bike with 20,000 miles.

The rear der is shifting erratically. Have replaced the shifter cable, and chain. It has the problem with multiple wheels with different...
04-13-10, 10:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,774
Posted By Halfast

I mix half strength Gatoraid with a teaspoon of...

I mix half strength Gatoraid with a teaspoon of instant tea in water bottles. Sometimes I drop in some honey. Keeps me going.
02-15-10, 12:16 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 481
Posted By Halfast

Since you seem to be right in the middle of 54/56...

Since you seem to be right in the middle of 54/56 according to the recommendations I saw on BikesDirect. I would use this calculator for a new data point.

...
02-14-10, 09:52 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 766
Posted By Halfast

I just made the same change, 12-27 to 11-28. Put...

I just made the same change, 12-27 to 11-28. Put the wheel on both my bikes, Ultegra 6600 RD long cage, and DuraAce 7800 RD short cage with NO changes. I did carefully test shifting on my stand...
01-30-10, 08:16 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 943
Posted By Halfast

Thanks guys, I think I will line a small crecent...

Thanks guys, I think I will line a small crecent wrench or something else with leather to hold it still hoping to avoid scratches.
01-29-10, 08:55 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 940
Posted By Halfast

Good reasonably priced tire. Rode 7600 miles on...

Good reasonably priced tire. Rode 7600 miles on them last year, 2 flats when they got thin in the rear.
01-29-10, 08:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 943
Posted By Halfast

Truing Neuvation wheel with 4.3mm spokes

I have R28 Aero4 wheels I am wanting to true up a little. I have trued up round spokes before, but just do not know how to keep the 4.3mm spokes aero and aligned when turning to true. Is it just...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-19-10, 04:12 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 20,618
Posted By Halfast

When I travel with a bike, I carry the serial...

When I travel with a bike, I carry the serial numbers. I have also put a business card inside the handebars. If we get into a battle over the bike I have the proof of ownership.
Forum: Texas
12-22-09, 03:13 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 682
Posted By Halfast

That was for 2009, I was there.

That was for 2009, I was there.
Forum: Texas
12-22-09, 03:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 682
Posted By Halfast

No!

No!
Forum: Texas
12-21-09, 08:22 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 682
Posted By Halfast

2010 Easter Hill Country Tour?

Have not been able to find anything on the tour for 2010. Is it on, and by whom?
11-23-09, 12:15 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,072
Posted By Halfast

On my triple, a 53/39/30, I have a 12-27...

On my triple, a 53/39/30, I have a 12-27 cassette. I RARELY get off the 39 ring, in fact wore it out after 15000 miles! Even moderate hills were no problem with 39/27 combo. When I go to the real...
11-21-09, 09:46 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 709
Posted By Halfast

I like to use Zinn's, and also go to Park,...

I like to use Zinn's, and also go to Park, Sheldon's and others on line. Built my first wheel just using Zinn step by step with great results. Zinn can be found for less than $20 on Amazon.
11-21-09, 09:38 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 469
Posted By Halfast

I agree with just getting another bike. I went...

I agree with just getting another bike. I went through the same thing about upgrading my 1984 Miyata 710. I kept it as a backup and bought a new bike for less than upgrading the 710.
11-19-09, 10:34 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,078
Posted By Halfast

I use my 2005 Fuji Team Ultegra bike for travel...

I use my 2005 Fuji Team Ultegra bike for travel and rain. My good bike, a 2006 full carbon DuraAce Fuji Team RC has never been wet in 7500 miles. If It looks like rain, it stays inside. It does...
11-15-09, 09:23 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 941
Posted By Halfast

I was having a terrible time keeping seatposts...

I was having a terrible time keeping seatposts from slipping on both a carbon post aluminum frame, and a carbon post carbon frame. Applied Tacx, problem solved.
10-20-09, 07:44 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 668
Posted By Halfast

I have the short DuraAce rear der and when I went...

I have the short DuraAce rear der and when I went from a 12-23 to a 12-27 I had to add a couple of chain links.
10-09-09, 03:48 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 949
Posted By Halfast

Went through the same thing, used quick drying...

Went through the same thing, used quick drying epoxy, is holding ok. Have never had this probem with their real leather covered saddles.
10-08-09, 07:00 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 459
Posted By Halfast

First Wheel Build Observations

Just finished my first wheel build, replacing a cracking rear rim on my Xero XR1 wheel. After consulting with my very good LBS owner, decided to use the old spokes DT Swiss Competition 14/15G...
10-01-09, 12:22 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 950
Posted By Halfast

Very small keyring sized Swiss Army Knife, got...

Very small keyring sized Swiss Army Knife, got lots of stuff: blade, file, screwdriver, scissors, tweezers, toothpick . Very light 21gms (just weighed it).
10-01-09, 12:12 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,072
Posted By Halfast

PBK had a black 105 groupset for $819 and...

PBK had a black 105 groupset for $819 and includes RS-20 wheelset!!

http://www.probikekit.com/display.php?code=a0554
09-15-09, 01:45 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,507
Posted By Halfast

UPDATE: Got my Ultegra 39 tooth chain ring and...

UPDATE: Got my Ultegra 39 tooth chain ring and installed it today. Now it shifts great! So the chainring was the problem as many items suggested. I even managed to change it WITHOUT pulling the...
09-07-09, 04:04 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,507
Posted By Halfast

I decided to get a new chainring first. Chose to...

I decided to get a new chainring first. Chose to get an Ultegra 39 ring for all of $27.95 from Ebikestop. If I do get a new crankset it will be 6603 (Ultegra), so I thought why not have a spare 39 ...
09-06-09, 10:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,507
Posted By Halfast

Thanks or the responses guys. I have found a new...

Thanks or the responses guys. I have found a new 6603 crankset for $159 as one option. I was not sure if you could mix chainring brands on the current crankset but apparently you can. As I said,...
09-06-09, 04:31 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,507
Posted By Halfast

New Truvative Rouleur 39 Chain Ring fix chainsuck?

I am running a Truvativ Rouleur GPX GigaXPipe triple with chrome chainrings. It has 14000 miles on it and I rarely get out of the 39 ring. It is starting to chainsuck in the 39 ring when I shift to...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-09, 08:00 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 3,470
Posted By Halfast

The watermelon stop, and the free beer, sausage...

The watermelon stop, and the free beer, sausage and beans at mile 98 make any effort worth it! Had 4 beers there and finished with 17.0 ave without the insane pacelining. Best run atheletic event I...
Forum: Texas
08-26-09, 09:19 PM
Replies: 181
Views: 8,654
Posted By Halfast

You would be nuts to wear earphones for the first...

You would be nuts to wear earphones for the first 80 miles. There are so many calls you really should hear. After 80 mile it breaks up. But why not enjoy the cheers?
Forum: Texas
08-26-09, 08:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,008
Posted By Halfast

If you leave early you MIGHT be called sooners,...

If you leave early you MIGHT be called sooners, the cursed folks from OK.
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