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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-05-24, 01:48 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,722
Posted By Germany_chris

I prefer a large platform because I have big feet

I prefer a large platform because I have big feet
Forum: Road Cycling
03-04-24, 02:11 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 536,440
Posted By Germany_chris

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Been in FL for a couple of days visiting my parents
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-24, 02:08 PM
Replies: 498
Views: 36,508
Posted By Germany_chris

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Back in FL
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-24, 12:44 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 536,440
Posted By Germany_chris

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More C&O goodness
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-24, 05:44 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 536,440
Posted By Germany_chris

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I have a buddy training for a marathon so I got out on the C&O trail the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-30-23, 05:00 PM
Replies: 498
Views: 36,508
Posted By Germany_chris

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Visiting my parents in FL
Forum: Road Cycling
12-30-23, 04:57 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 536,440
Posted By Germany_chris

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Visiting my parents in FL
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-22-23, 04:17 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,819
Posted By Germany_chris

He was criticizing the the people getting hot...

He was criticizing the the people getting hot under the collar because Shell sponsored cycling...cause oil
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-23, 12:42 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 762
Posted By Germany_chris

If it's 11 speed Campy an 11 speed Shimano...

If it's 11 speed Campy an 11 speed Shimano cassette will work
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-19-23, 10:47 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,217
Posted By Germany_chris

I think I’d figure out why you’re dropping chains

I think I’d figure out why you’re dropping chains
Forum: Commuting
10-11-23, 05:01 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 582
Posted By Germany_chris

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I'll just keep mine running
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-08-23, 05:08 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,876
Posted By Germany_chris

The bike is here, in one piece, and rideable. ...

The bike is here, in one piece, and rideable.
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-02-23, 12:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 574
Posted By Germany_chris

Germans ride bike for transportation and have the...

Germans ride bike for transportation and have the infrastructure to reflect that, what’s the big deal?
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-24-23, 05:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,359
Posted By Germany_chris

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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-24-23, 05:00 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 5,299
Posted By Germany_chris

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Forum: Touring
09-11-23, 03:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,138
Posted By Germany_chris

Are you just listing old touring bikes?

Are you just listing old touring bikes?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-09-23, 02:38 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,105
Posted By Germany_chris

So no qualifications just opinions.

So no qualifications just opinions.
Forum: Touring
08-27-23, 02:30 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 2,478
Posted By Germany_chris

I have clipless and flats for all my bikes

I have clipless and flats for all my bikes
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-21-23, 08:47 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 2,420
Posted By Germany_chris

I'm right front and always have been it never...

I'm right front and always have been it never made sense to me to use my non-dominant hand on my most powerful brake
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-21-23, 12:20 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,688
Posted By Germany_chris

My wife and I bought our retirement place in...

My wife and I bought our retirement place in central Mallorca about 10 years ago from her aunt when they decided to sell and buy their retirement place in Dubai. I imagine we'll snow bird it up and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-03-23, 12:22 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 4,071
Posted By Germany_chris

Does anyone on this thread know how Campagnolo...

Does anyone on this thread know how Campagnolo measures success?

I didn't grow up in the era of campy domination, I grew up with the domination of mountain bikes which were pretty much all Shimano...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-02-23, 02:14 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 633
Posted By Germany_chris

I pre-ordered a Rando on for $795

I pre-ordered a Rando on for $795
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-23, 08:43 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 667
Posted By Germany_chris

I know modern mountain bikes are better and more...

I know modern mountain bikes are better and more capable in every way but mountain bikes from this era just look right.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-23, 01:25 PM
Replies: 208
Views: 12,110
Posted By Germany_chris

On the strength of this thread I'm going to send...

On the strength of this thread I'm going to send my four QBP frames back to Taiwan since obviously my natch tubing is going to assplode once the powder coat is damaged by my cables. Then I'll send my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-26-23, 01:10 PM
Replies: 8,327
Views: 3,101,554
Posted By Germany_chris

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So some Tiagra triple on the Bruce Gordon. gugie expect to see this bike this...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-21-23, 05:24 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 278
Posted By Germany_chris

Long in front, short in back

Long in front, short in back
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-20-23, 02:17 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,690
Posted By Germany_chris

I've reached out to a couple people I know in the...

I've reached out to a couple people I know in the area and they both also told me to live in Alexandria but you can only get so much information on a map recon. I spent a few minutes yesterday...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-23, 09:23 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 6,128
Posted By Germany_chris

I’m always in the low to mid level with shifters...

I’m always in the low to mid level with shifters and derailleurs (2x Centaur, Rival, Tiagra) they shift as well as their better counterparts but don’t cost as much. I’m also not to big on groups as a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-08-23, 11:22 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 847
Posted By Germany_chris

From the states AVT Bike and modernbike. In...

From the states AVT Bike and modernbike. In Germany Bike24 and bike-components
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-05-23, 11:51 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 416
Posted By Germany_chris

When in doubt I always go Schwalbe

When in doubt I always go Schwalbe
Forum: Touring
06-27-23, 01:27 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,644
Posted By Germany_chris

I didn't mind them on my Bruce Gordon.. ...

I didn't mind them on my Bruce Gordon..

Everything on this bike is recycled but if it turns out that I don't like them for whatever reason I'll pick up a set of EL's
Forum: Touring
06-27-23, 05:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,644
Posted By Germany_chris

The saddle is Berthoud I have them on all my...

The saddle is Berthoud I have them on all my bikes I like the shape better than Brooks.



No, I'll throw 20kg in each bag and give it 10 or so mile ride.

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I rode it to work this morning...
Forum: Touring
06-26-23, 02:11 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,644
Posted By Germany_chris

The crankset is Rival with a Wolftooth 1x ring ...

The crankset is Rival with a Wolftooth 1x ring

The wheels are WTB i25 with a SON front hub and WI XMR rear with DB DT spokes built by my local guy

Tires are Snoqualmie Pass w/endurance casing...
Forum: Touring
06-26-23, 01:55 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,644
Posted By Germany_chris

My new Disc Trucker

So I just finished building my new Disc Trucker. I’ll load it up with about 80kg next week to see how it handles some weight.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-24-23, 03:15 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 3,146
Posted By Germany_chris

I have TA and WI sealed bearing BB’s as well as...

I have TA and WI sealed bearing BB’s as well as SKF and UN72 cartridge bottom brackets I’ll take sealed bearings over cup and cone any day and twice on Sunday. The same thing applies to hubs,...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-20-23, 06:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 679
Posted By Germany_chris

I use the same tubes whether gravel or road tires

I use the same tubes whether gravel or road tires
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-23, 03:13 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 679
Posted By Germany_chris

I don’t like valve extenders, Tubolitos are ...

I don’t like valve extenders, Tubolitos are light and available with 80mm valves
Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-23, 02:44 PM
Replies: 3,116
Views: 536,440
Posted By Germany_chris

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Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-23, 02:26 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 679
Posted By Germany_chris

I run them in my 38mm tires

I run them in my 38mm tires
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-17-23, 12:33 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 31,102
Posted By Germany_chris

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Got a spoke replaced and some summer tires on
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-16-23, 02:07 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 5,505
Posted By Germany_chris

Is this one going to take 4 months and 60 pages?

Is this one going to take 4 months and 60 pages?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-16-23, 11:41 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,905
Posted By Germany_chris

That went over your head

That went over your head
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-15-23, 08:11 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,972
Posted By Germany_chris

I love how the OP brings up a pedal and...

I love how the OP brings up a pedal and emphasizes the price then people bring up pedals that are double to 6x the price. I like one up aluminums but they are a $140 pedal, they're not being cross...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-12-23, 01:11 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 5,728
Posted By Germany_chris

The niche that Jan lives in has no issues with...

The niche that Jan lives in has no issues with any of the "problems" you point out, it's not intended to be mass market.

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I have no problems with electronic shifting but I'll only junp on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-23, 12:30 PM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,010
Posted By Germany_chris

Im at about his weight and carry gear most days...

Im at about his weight and carry gear most days on my bike and I still use the extra light
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-10-23, 06:39 AM
Replies: 63
Views: 7,010
Posted By Germany_chris

All of my bikes have Rene Herse tires

All of my bikes have Rene Herse tires
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-23, 12:39 PM
Replies: 120
Views: 4,946
Posted By Germany_chris

Airborne school cured me of any desire to...

Airborne school cured me of any desire to skydive.

When I was young I worked in a prefabricated concrete factory in Kalamazoo, my job was to jump in the mold and make sure the concrete they were...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-23, 12:30 PM
Replies: 102
Views: 5,626
Posted By Germany_chris

I know the C&V set thought you old Campy on old...

I know the C&V set thought you old Campy on old Huffy was interesting and sacrilege so let’s up the game a bit.

Find yourself a Serotta built Huffy and put actual huffy parts minus the Ashtabula...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-23, 12:23 PM
Replies: 480
Views: 20,754
Posted By Germany_chris

I wear a mechanical watch every day it tickles...

I wear a mechanical watch every day it tickles all the right places in my brain, just like surfers ‘69 Porsche.

in response to yesterday’s sub debate

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-08-23, 11:59 AM
Replies: 480
Views: 20,754
Posted By Germany_chris

There are use cases where friction whether it be...

There are use cases where friction whether it be down tube or barcon absolutely fits the bill, we all have different requirements, want's and needs I have a set of 11sp Diacomp shifters from VO and...
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