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Old 01-06-23, 12:17 PM
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Originally Posted by veganbikes
I don't hate those - LOL.
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Originally Posted by veganbikes

Hey, where did you find a photo of me?
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Originally Posted by wolfchild
Insecurities ???...Do you really believe that I worry about what others think of my bikes ?
Apparently, you do ...

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If you don't follow the latest trends you will be looked down upon and not considered a serious cyclist.
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Originally Posted by Koyote
I highlighted the key portion of your statement.
No you didn't.
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Originally Posted by Koyote
What complete and utter drivel.

I've participated in more races than I can count, charity and other organized rides, group rides, etc...In at least a half dozen different states. I've seen riders on all sorts of bikes, wearing all sorts of clothes. And I've never seen nor heard anyone disparage another rider for their gear. Never.
I have, plenty of times. Usually it's the "You need to get a bike from this century" and how do you even shift that without brifters?" But the most common comment is, " You need to get some clipless pedals and real cycling shoes." To which my reply is, "Winner, winner chicken dinner! You're the 1000th person to tell me that. Got a pair at home, but not riding them today."
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Originally Posted by smd4
No you didn't.
The implication is that your lack of experience has lead you a conclusion that you likely wouldn't have if you had more experience.
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Not replacing my bikes because they have rim brakes. Not replacing because they don't have electronic shifting and they do have triple chainrings. One even has an 8 speed cassette--oh the horror! I can live with "old", like me!
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Originally Posted by veganbikes
Clearly you missed this disaster kit:



Or these:



To those curious yes I am joking wear whatever the heck you want but some of this stuff gets kind of goofy.
Is that pad part of the outfit, or just super imposed?
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Originally Posted by seypat
Is that pad part of the outfit, or just super imposed?
You're not wearing a wrist chamois?

Loser.
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Originally Posted by Koyote
Hey, where did you find a photo of me?
It was on your Christian Mingle profile.
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Originally Posted by Eric F
The implication is that your lack of experience has lead you a conclusion that you likely wouldn't have if you had more experience.
I've heard the lack of modulation argument from others. Who have "more experience." My experience confirms what I've heard.
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Lennard Zinn attributed this quote to Enzo Ferrari: "What do I say to complaints that my brakes are no good? I'll tell you this: Anyone can stop. But it takes a genius to go fast."

You can have a nicer fork with rim brakes.
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Originally Posted by smd4
I've heard the lack of modulation argument from others. Who have "more experience." My experience confirms what I've heard.
I find it baffling that your experience is so wildly different than mine. I regularly ride disc brake-equipped bikes on steep and technical terrain where a lack of precise modulation control would be hazardous to my health. I can only surmise that those who claim a lack of modulation haven't made an adjustment on how much less lever force is needed for disc brakes, or their brakes aren't set up properly.
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Originally Posted by Eric F
I find it baffling that your experience is so wildly different than mine. I regularly ride disc brake-equipped bikes on steep and technical terrain where a lack of precise modulation control would be hazardous to my health. I can only surmise that those who claim a lack of modulation haven't made an adjustment on how much less lever force is needed for disc brakes, or their brakes aren't set up properly.
It wasn't really so distinct as to be "on/off," but definitely not much in between. I suppose after getting use to them, my top-of-the-line rim brakes might feel "mushy," just like brakes in different cars feel different, until you get used to them.

Not saying disc brakes don't have their place. But I'll stick with lightness and elegance.
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Originally Posted by Atlas Shrugged
These old school forums are mostly populated by people in their 60’s and older and in no way representative of what is happening in the current cycling community.
That's pretty much it, in a nutshell.
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Originally Posted by wolfchild
Insecurities ???...Do you really believe that I worry about what others think of my bikes ?
The insecurity comes from what YOU think other people are thinking of your bikes. The fact that you believe they are looking down on you is about as insecure as you can get.
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Originally Posted by Eric F
I find it baffling that your experience is so wildly different than mine. I regularly ride disc brake-equipped bikes on steep and technical terrain where a lack of precise modulation control would be hazardous to my health. I can only surmise that those who claim a lack of modulation haven't made an adjustment on how much less lever force is needed for disc brakes, or their brakes aren't set up properly.
Consistent modulation in varying conditions is one of the inherent advantages of a good disc brake setup. As you say maybe some people struggle with the much lighter lever forces, but I see that as an advantage too, especially when braking from the hoods.
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If we go far enough back in the archives, there would be a 100-page thread based on the coaster brake vs rim brake vs rod brake debate. Because we all know deep down that rim brakes were created by "The Big Rim Conglomerate" to facilitate increased rim sales from their inherent increased wear and tear. I recall laying down some sweet skids with my old Mustang-styled chopper bicycle proving coaster brakes are the best.
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I'm keeping all four of my rim-brake bikes.

And all four of my turntables, too.
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Originally Posted by Atlas Shrugged
I recall laying down some sweet skids with my old Mustang-styled chopper bicycle proving coaster brakes are the best.
Functional, uber-reliable, all-weather, easily rebuildable and essentially bomb-proof. Definitely.
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My only road bikes still have rim brakes (though my MTB has discs). I love my road bikes and don't see a need to upgrade, but... I live in hilly but (usually) bone dry SoCal. With the recent wet weather I took the road bike out in the rain for the first time in a very long time and found myself heading for a stop sign and cross traffic at the end of a steep descent. YOWZA, that was exciting. Maybe discs on my next build wouldn't be such a bad idea.

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Originally Posted by Atlas Shrugged
... we all know deep down that rim brakes were created by "The Big Rim Conglomerate" to facilitate increased rim sales from their inherent increased wear and tear. I recall laying down some sweet skids with my old Mustang-styled chopper bicycle proving coaster brakes are the best.
Coaster brakes were created by "The Big Rear Tire Conglomerate." Before coaster brakes, "Big Leather Shoe Sole" ran things, and before shoes it was "Big Foot Callus" calling the shots.
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Originally Posted by wolfchild
Insecurities ???...Do you really believe that I worry about what others think of my bikes ?
Based on your posting, yes I do. In fact, I would say it is obvious you worry and are also bitter about it.
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Originally Posted by BBB_Adrift
I have a Cannondale road bike with rim brakes. Her name is Candy. I enjoy riding her.
I have a gravel bike with disc brakes. Her name is Shef. I enjoy riding her too.
I have a titanium endurance bike with disc brakes. Her name is Titty. I really enjoy riding her.
I'm about to offer a home to an elderly steel Condor with rim brakes. I havent thought of a name for her (yet), and I'll only take her outside when the weather is clement.

For me - brakes are not the most important criterion, provided they work. I share my time between the plains and the hills. I ride my girls in both environments.

I dont think I'll ever ride a bike with a boy's name ;-)
Elderly Condor,eh?
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Originally Posted by JohnDThompson
Why would you replace a bike just because it has unfashionable brakes?
No, it’s because in the not-too-distant future (possibly now) it will be impossible to get up-to-date groupset parts that support rim brakes (and cable shifting too, prolly).

I am keeping my rim brake bike but am resigned to a future of scouring EBay to find NOS shifters that support them…unless microshift and Chinese components improve their quality.
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