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03-18-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 175
Posted By zandoval

Gee... I got about four of these that look just...

Gee... I got about four of these that look just like it... Broken in half... Ha

Just get some aluminum headset spacers. The notch and holes are not really that important. The space it occupies...
03-18-24, 04:44 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 290
Posted By zandoval

Your Buddy? Or the Cougar? ...

Your Buddy? Or the Cougar?

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03-18-24, 12:16 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 523
Posted By zandoval

Yep... My Bars are clean. But I have seen...

Yep... My Bars are clean. But I have seen worse...


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03-18-24, 11:58 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 403
Posted By zandoval

Yep, as I have gotten older changes in my bikes...

Yep, as I have gotten older changes in my bikes set up has become critical. It is ridiculous! Just a few millimeters can make a difference now.

And then again, our Baby Blue Ted Williams...
03-14-24, 03:23 PM
Replies: 122
Views: 3,407
Posted By zandoval

I often shudder when remembering the rides I have...

I often shudder when remembering the rides I have made with no tools or back up.

Pure Idiocy...
Forum: Touring
03-12-24, 07:12 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 723
Posted By zandoval

14.5 pounds of bicycle and 22 pounds of lock and...

14.5 pounds of bicycle and 22 pounds of lock and chain...

Rats! Its hopeless...

And dont think using an old beater is any better. In Galveston they steal bikes just to stay in practice...
03-12-24, 10:18 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 1,525
Posted By zandoval

The biggest enemies of my current rides is simply...

The biggest enemies of my current rides is simply my abilities. I am not the same person I was. It has been a lesson hard learned but I am dealing with it. So I Adapt, Overcome, and Improvise.
...
Replies: 52
Views: 5,548
Posted By zandoval

Ha.. Allot has to do with which Doctor you are...

Ha.. Allot has to do with which Doctor you are talking about... Yep...

Be careful. Adapt your method of ride to your true abilities... BRAVO!
03-12-24, 09:58 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 309
Posted By zandoval

Taking apart a Freewheel to clean it out or...

Taking apart a Freewheel to clean it out or repair can be done. For me it is only reserved for a precious Rigina or a 60s Suntour. I have taken freewheels and cleaned them out by soaking them in ATF...
Forum: Framebuilders
03-11-24, 11:21 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 416
Posted By zandoval

I saw literally a fork in the same condition a...

I saw literally a fork in the same condition a few years ago. Even the same color, Wow. Both the drops outs were in place and firm but did not show decent brazing. Anyway the guy latter fixed it by...
03-11-24, 10:43 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 309
Posted By zandoval

Sometimes when they put that freewheel on the hub...

Sometimes when they put that freewheel on the hub they dont use antiseize compound so it can be difficult to remove. If thats the case then I would squirt a liberal amount of PB-Blaster on junction...
03-10-24, 12:40 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 296
Posted By zandoval

Very VERY Nice! I did note that you kept the...

Very VERY Nice!

I did note that you kept the Dork Disk. A totally useless piece of safety equipment till it isn't... Ha

Yep... After wrecking two derailleurs and trashing the spokes on three...
03-10-24, 11:05 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 531
Posted By zandoval

I just highlighted and copied the list into my...

I just highlighted and copied the list into my browser and viewed the images. Very nice looking tire designs.

And more then that its nice to know they are still making new tires. Often I wonder...
03-09-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 461
Posted By zandoval

I once quietly and politely held my breath at a...

I once quietly and politely held my breath at a conference as my wife squashed my elbow to prevent me from mouthing off.

I was listening to someone complain about the cost of the damage to their...
03-08-24, 10:50 AM
Replies: 142
Views: 2,995
Posted By zandoval

Seat? Who needs a seat? That was the old...

Seat? Who needs a seat?
That was the old days... Ha

Now days my balance is so bad I have to stay in the seat just to stay up. For me its a sitting spinning climb into the hill, transitioning into...
03-08-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 288
Posted By zandoval

First I have heard of a program like this. ...

First I have heard of a program like this.

Over in Austin Texas I think they may have already changed over because I dont remember seeing any grates aligned longitudinally to the road. Over in San...
03-08-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 430
Posted By zandoval

The search engine inside the forum can be complex...

The search engine inside the forum can be complex and tedious till you get used to it. Often using a google type search can reveal more sources.

Example

bikeforums.net:mirror
or...
03-07-24, 11:08 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 430
Posted By zandoval

Heres a post 10wheels made a few years ago. I...

Heres a post 10wheels made a few years ago. I have been using the Glove Mirror since then. You could use that till you make up your mind which type ya want...
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03-07-24, 10:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 487
Posted By zandoval

Bravo... Mark it... Measure it from top of Seat...

Bravo... Mark it... Measure it from top of Seat to bottom peddle. Then from the top of your Hoods to the center of your seat. Write it down in your book of measurements. This may be the most...
03-07-24, 10:05 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 1,679
Posted By zandoval

I routinely wear regular shorts over my padded...

I routinely wear regular shorts over my padded bike shorts. I like the pockets and the coverage. I do have to be selective in finding shorts with a high waist and wide gusset so I dont wear out the...
03-07-24, 07:31 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 499
Posted By zandoval

As a health care provider and an old guy who...

As a health care provider and an old guy who suffers osteoarthritis pain Voltarin has not helped much at all. I have seen it work well in those who are not active. Maybe thats the ticket. It is a...
03-07-24, 06:47 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 955
Posted By zandoval

But ya see... That is why you enjoy it so much......

But ya see... That is why you enjoy it so much... Ha
03-07-24, 11:20 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 955
Posted By zandoval

When I get that twitch its a sure sign of an...

When I get that twitch its a sure sign of an impending CHARLIE HORSE!

Back off stud. What s the rush. I know ya want to go, Go, GO, but take a step back old Geaser. Enjoy the ride. Getting back...
03-07-24, 11:10 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 190
Posted By zandoval

First I have heard of them. I wonder about this....

First I have heard of them. I wonder about this. If you do get a puncture its probably going to leak a bit before it self seals. Do you then need to top off the air pressure and of course inspect the...
Forum: Touring
03-04-24, 04:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 471
Posted By zandoval

Times that are coming... That Bar Code on...

Times that are coming...

That Bar Code on the forehead is fast approaching...
03-03-24, 05:16 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 385
Posted By zandoval

Can I take it out for a ride? ...

Can I take it out for a ride?
https://cimg6.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/300x207/stempy_18609f8f01a44f3efcb0cebd3888a2192dfb7be5.jpgNO! Its Mine!Great work... Bike is fantastic...
03-03-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 263
Posted By zandoval

Starting a Bike Rental place is probably easeir...

Starting a Bike Rental place is probably easeir then starting a Non-profit Bike Rental Place. Looks like you have more then a few Bike Shops in Peoria. Ya all even have a Co-Op. Strange...

Hey......
03-03-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,327
Posted By zandoval

As I remember shifting out of the seat was more...

As I remember shifting out of the seat was more stable with some contact on the seat. Do note Sifting Up or Down with power on the pedals has been often tedious at low RPM...
03-01-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 312
Posted By zandoval

Hey... Nice Pics...

Hey... Nice Pics...
02-29-24, 11:59 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 848
Posted By zandoval

Simple: 1 - Clean out the seat post. Do it...

Simple:

1 - Clean out the seat post. Do it right. Take out the bottom bracket and clean and even sand it out.

2 - Check its round. Very important, at the midway point and its top. The top of...
02-27-24, 06:28 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 920
Posted By zandoval

Came out of my fox hole in August 2023 and BAM,...

Came out of my fox hole in August 2023 and BAM, got covid! Then I infected my wife and Dad. Took me down to near hospital admission but I recognized the illness on the 3rd day and started Paxlovid....
02-27-24, 12:07 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 763
Posted By zandoval

It is important when selecting your implants to...

It is important when selecting your implants to ask your Specialist if the lenses will affect your use of Rifle Scopes, Microscopes, Telescopes, Binoculars and other tools.

One of my friends, who...
02-27-24, 12:02 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 1,326
Posted By zandoval

Ride On Stud... Nice FIND!

Ride On Stud... Nice FIND!
02-26-24, 01:55 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 926
Posted By zandoval

Yep... And you know this... I just used the...

Yep... And you know this...

I just used the rule of packing new balls in tight then removing one.

As kids we used to remove two that way we could show off riding hands free. Look Ma no hands!...
02-25-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 312
Posted By zandoval

Ha... Welcome to the forum. Don't take anything...

Ha... Welcome to the forum. Don't take anything said here serious enough to feel bad about it. That is unless its about some new chain lube or the search for a comfortable seat.

I would say your...
02-25-24, 12:13 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,000
Posted By zandoval

Pepper Spray... Ha... Around here thats a...

Pepper Spray... Ha...

Around here thats a way to really piss someone off...

Just Saying...
02-23-24, 11:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 566
Posted By zandoval

I have had the same problems with both Folding...

I have had the same problems with both Folding and Non-folding tiers. Often the Bead is off or thin or too close to the wire.

Take your tire and inspect the tire closely measuring the thickness...
02-22-24, 03:30 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 249
Posted By zandoval

Started this thread 14 years ago... It has...

Started this thread 14 years ago... It has evolved...

https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/709672-decal-logo-knockoffs.html
02-21-24, 04:33 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,373
Posted By zandoval

Best Flavor For The Buck... ...

Best Flavor For The Buck...


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Of course ya need your size...
02-21-24, 04:27 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,125
Posted By zandoval

In case you are wondering.......

In case you are wondering.... https://youtu.be/r9hMSVQcDSA
02-16-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 67
Views: 2,125
Posted By zandoval

I think is has to do with "toluene". The newer...

I think is has to do with "toluene". The newer vulcanizing cement often does not even smell the same as it used to. Ha... Ask any Huffer. Other solvents and adhesives that use aromatic solvents for...
02-16-24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 741
Posted By zandoval

Apart from the OP this pic brings back to me...

Apart from the OP this pic brings back to me loving memories.

Gears at Maximum, Hands on the Drops, Straps tight, Pulling and Pushing, Air through Nose and Mouth, Forehead grazing the Stem, Nose...
02-16-24, 12:15 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 627
Posted By zandoval

"Marine Grease" any flavor will do. And dont...

"Marine Grease" any flavor will do. And dont forget a mini grease gun...
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02-14-24, 11:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 694
Posted By zandoval

I understand completely. Its just that for over...

I understand completely. Its just that for over 50 years I have used them and now just can't get away from them without feeling uncomfortable. I think its just its just the Old Habit Corollary...
02-14-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 56
Views: 1,887
Posted By zandoval

February in Central Texas is one of the few...

February in Central Texas is one of the few months we can actually get into our Garages and Storage Sheds without suffering Heat Injury... Ha
Forum: Commuting
02-13-24, 04:31 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 5,356
Posted By zandoval

Good site but remember, "Don't wear white pants...

Good site but remember, "Don't wear white pants when commuting." ... Ha
...
Forum: Commuting
02-10-24, 11:33 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 5,356
Posted By zandoval

Well... Ya gotta admit, It's a nice list! ...

Well... Ya gotta admit, It's a nice list!

Love it!
Forum: Commuting
02-10-24, 11:26 PM
Replies: 140
Views: 5,356
Posted By zandoval

What I like about a 5 mile ride to work is if I...

What I like about a 5 mile ride to work is if I have bike trouble I can just walk it. I think you should also consider how much room you will have for storage and how safe the storage area will be....
Forum: Framebuilders
02-10-24, 07:30 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 260
Posted By zandoval

I found my sweet spot for bicycle size by trail...

I found my sweet spot for bicycle size by trail and error. Over the years it has slowly changed so I now keep detailed specs on what feels comfortable for me. If you have been riding regularly you...
02-10-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 1,583
Posted By zandoval

The wheel lacing looks discombobulated, but it...

The wheel lacing looks discombobulated, but it would appear this is normal for 4X Lacing.

Interesting Thread... But I am confused.
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