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Forum: Road Cycling
02-21-22, 08:07 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 18,146
Posted By mckeithen

I have 2 friends who recently purchased Domane...

I have 2 friends who recently purchased Domane and they both said exactly the same thing.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-11-17, 01:11 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,911
Posted By mckeithen

Wheels for vintage Paramount

Hi folks - i have a 1972 paramount P13. Original owner put clincher mavics that are now somewhat degraded and of course very heavy. I would like to maintain authenticity, or at least the look of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-10-17, 12:45 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,757
Posted By mckeithen

Thank you all for the help!:thumb:

Thank you all for the help!:thumb:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-17, 12:57 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,757
Posted By mckeithen

Need help: 1972 Paramount bottom bracket

Hello

I have a 72 Paramount and need guidance on removing the crank and bottom bracket. It is Campagnolo crank but I have no idea about the BB. Can you tell me what tools are needed?

Link to...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-11-15, 06:42 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,164
Posted By mckeithen

Thanks everyone for weighing in. I love this...

Thanks everyone for weighing in. I love this bike. I've been watching for years for a Paramount and this one popped up in my own backyard. I snapped it up quick with no haggling. I've been...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
02-11-15, 02:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,164
Posted By mckeithen

Help with 1972 Schwinn Paramount

Hi everyone. Bought this recently and would like an estimate on value for insurance. It looks like the original buyer swapped out clinchers for the tubulars, but as far as I can tell it's pretty...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-19-14, 07:58 PM
Replies: 47
Views: 2,715
Posted By mckeithen

A couple of young thangs stopped next to me at a...

A couple of young thangs stopped next to me at a traffic light. the passenger said "nice a$$". made this 57 year-olds day.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-14, 03:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,865
Posted By mckeithen

Thanks, that helps!

Thanks, that helps!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-14, 03:03 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,865
Posted By mckeithen

I plan to do absolutely nothing to this bike but...

I plan to do absolutely nothing to this bike but clean it up (minimal) and ride ride ride! Been looking for 2 years and this one popped up in my own back yard. Life is good!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-14, 06:02 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,865
Posted By mckeithen

CORRECTION: Brakes are "Gran Compe"

CORRECTION: Brakes are "Gran Compe"
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-14, 05:24 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,865
Posted By mckeithen

I'll go with that. Thanks! :lol:

I'll go with that. Thanks! :lol:
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-04-14, 04:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,865
Posted By mckeithen

Sorry - can't get actual images to load - only...

Sorry - can't get actual images to load - only the link. I did read the "Posting your pictures" sticky but techno challenged. :notamused:

Here is the link:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-14, 02:30 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,865
Posted By mckeithen

Wondering if there is some sort of size limit on...

Wondering if there is some sort of size limit on pics uploads?
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-14, 02:29 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,865
Posted By mckeithen

Sorry guys - having trouble uploading pics. I...

Sorry guys - having trouble uploading pics. I am clicking on the "insert image" icon, adding the files, click upload - nothing. Any help is appreciated.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-14, 01:27 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,865
Posted By mckeithen

thanks - I will get pics up tomorrow. I was just...

thanks - I will get pics up tomorrow. I was just surprised there would be any changes since the bike is basically pristine. I mean - who would replace Campy brakes with something (seemingly)...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-03-14, 01:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,865
Posted By mckeithen

Need help - just bought a 1972 Schwinn Paramount

Hi everyone - just today I bought a 1972 Paramount p13. It appears to have most of the bits that appear on the 1972 Schwinn order form with these exceptions:

- sidepull breaks with no markings...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-14, 03:06 PM
Replies: 311
Views: 24,635
Posted By mckeithen

glad I'm not an older woman.

glad I'm not an older woman.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-14, 12:16 PM
Replies: 311
Views: 24,635
Posted By mckeithen

I drink a coke in the last 10-15 miles of a long...

I drink a coke in the last 10-15 miles of a long ride (60 miles or longer). Gives me a nice boost of sugar and caffeine to get home on.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-30-14, 06:14 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,245
Posted By mckeithen

You wear a skullcap on your thighs?

You wear a skullcap on your thighs?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-25-14, 08:26 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 5,358
Posted By mckeithen

YSR! :thumb:

YSR! :thumb:
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-14, 01:04 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,872
Posted By mckeithen

Yep - safety is the issue. Thanks for the...

Yep - safety is the issue. Thanks for the suggestions.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-14, 08:24 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,872
Posted By mckeithen

Thanks for the replies - good thoughts all. We...

Thanks for the replies - good thoughts all. We do have natural starting spots for the sprints. I think the thing to do is ask anyone not sprinting to fall back just prior to those points. Then the...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-06-14, 07:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,872
Posted By mckeithen

Group ride competition

I'm looking for ideas on how to incorporate safe/friendly competition into a group ride. I participate in a large group ride (15-25 riders) on Saturdays, average 22mph over 47 miles. There are 2...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-05-14, 07:36 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 10,029
Posted By mckeithen

How do you see past your body?

How do you see past your body?
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-14, 05:29 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,404
Posted By mckeithen

Good job picking up the other staples.

Good job picking up the other staples.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-17-14, 05:50 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 912
Posted By mckeithen

It's excellent and free. Pay if you want.

It's excellent and free. Pay if you want.
Forum: Road Cycling
10-17-13, 07:48 PM
Replies: 172
Views: 15,526
Posted By mckeithen

Psimet wheels, then Brooks saddle

Psimet wheels, then Brooks saddle
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-13, 06:00 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 2,228
Posted By mckeithen

I would recommend www.psimet.com. Got my wheels...

I would recommend www.psimet.com. Got my wheels a few months ago and love them. He'll recommend a build based on your preferences, riding style etc. Takes a month or so, but well worth the wait.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-17-13, 12:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,922
Posted By mckeithen

Ditto on the mirror. And riding with your head...

Ditto on the mirror. And riding with your head cocked like that will give you a crick in the neck for sure. :) Pretty hairy piece of road though. Definitely an incentive to hammer as hard as you...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-13, 11:31 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,330
Posted By mckeithen

I had this problem and finally determined it was...

I had this problem and finally determined it was combination of latex, sweat and sunscreen. When I eliminate any 1 of the 3 - no problem. Usual practice is to flip it up so the latex doesn't touch...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-08-13, 11:59 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 5,579
Posted By mckeithen

Good advice all around. I just have 2 thoughts...

Good advice all around. I just have 2 thoughts to add:
(1) IF you decide to confront someone, do it with a smile on your face with the objective of educating them. Stay calm. Things will go better...
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
05-29-13, 08:11 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 2,024
Posted By mckeithen

The Strada wireless is very picky about where the...

The Strada wireless is very picky about where the magnets are placed. They need to be very close to the sending unit. I am guessing that when you get out on the road - the sending unit and/or...
Forum: Road Cycling
01-14-13, 03:49 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,282
Posted By mckeithen

I just switched from 23s to 25s. Found the 25...

I just switched from 23s to 25s. Found the 25 more comfortable, stable and grippy. no noticeable difference on speed.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-12, 01:53 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 626
Posted By mckeithen

Parked my bike next to an ice machine at a rest...

Parked my bike next to an ice machine at a rest break. Looked down and I was doing 99mph. Anything with an electric motor will give a bad reading.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-30-12, 01:41 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 5,732
Posted By mckeithen

Doesn't REI do internet sales?

Doesn't REI do internet sales?
Forum: Road Cycling
06-04-12, 07:41 AM
Replies: 75
Views: 10,754
Posted By mckeithen

Rock and Roll Red - good stuff. Squirt it on,...

Rock and Roll Red - good stuff. Squirt it on, wipe off. Cleans and lubes at same time.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-21-11, 09:32 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,799
Posted By mckeithen

whatever you do - DON'T buy the Polar Wearlink...

whatever you do - DON'T buy the Polar Wearlink Bluetooth. I bought it to pair with my android phone, using My Tracks GPS software to map my ride and record HR. Has never connected successfully for...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-28-11, 05:27 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,959
Posted By mckeithen

UPDATE: My problems turned out to be the...

UPDATE: My problems turned out to be the chargers. The 1st 2 lights now work fine with the 3rd charger. Fortunately - my LBS and Blackburn turned out to be very good about swapping them out when...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-22-11, 06:34 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,181
Posted By mckeithen

Our local bike club newsletter had an excellent...

Our local bike club newsletter had an excellent article recently about a study that was done looking at close calls, buzzing, etc. Turns out vehicles give you much more room if you ride about 1-1.5...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-10, 02:14 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 4,959
Posted By mckeithen

I'm on my 3rd flea (front) - I love them but they...

I'm on my 3rd flea (front) - I love them but they keep crapping out. 1st 2 wouldn't hold a charge after a while, now my current one will not charge at all. Blinks brightly when I plug it into the...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-10, 06:25 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 597
Posted By mckeithen

My guess is that the stitch happens when you are...

My guess is that the stitch happens when you are pushing hardest (fast pace, uphill). It's likely a cramping of the diaghragm muscle, which is a large muscle running through the mid-section that is...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-10, 01:42 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 5,275
Posted By mckeithen

Question - what is your purpose for riding? To...

Question - what is your purpose for riding? To get faster? To enjoy the outdoors? General health? I don't see how riding a few feet behind a truck will advance any of these. However, if your...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-19-10, 11:41 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 2,643
Posted By mckeithen

Great string. Can someone give or send me to...

Great string. Can someone give or send me to directions for a field test? Thanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
08-02-10, 06:33 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,577
Posted By mckeithen

No post = didn't really happen. Nice try. Not...

No post = didn't really happen. Nice try. Not even that good of a story.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-10, 07:35 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 76,370
Posted By mckeithen

Clean the rag? Throw it away. It's a rag.

Clean the rag? Throw it away. It's a rag.
Forum: Road Cycling
07-11-10, 06:43 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 3,091
Posted By mckeithen

What about the knee replacements?

What about the knee replacements?
Forum: Road Cycling
12-27-09, 02:34 PM
Replies: 109
Views: 7,328
Posted By mckeithen

are you available for adoption?

are you available for adoption?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-08-09, 06:50 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 1,955
Posted By mckeithen

Hey Sparrowlegs - I've never had it happen to me...

Hey Sparrowlegs - I've never had it happen to me - but I may have not been paying attention. But I think you hit on something really important. You needed some motivation to get back on the horse -...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-17-09, 06:45 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 686
Posted By mckeithen

+1

+1
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-09, 12:26 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,764
Posted By mckeithen

Please re-post Italian team photo

Can someone re-post or direct me to that hilarious team photo picture? I think it's an Italian team. There's about 8 guys in red kit. Think "kielbasa" and you'll know what I'm talking about.
...
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