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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-24, 08:17 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 719
Posted By phughes

I had the issue. The cause was a slightly too...

I had the issue. The cause was a slightly too high seat height. Once I got it down to where it should be, the back pain went away, as did the hip pain I was having.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-16-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 835
Posted By phughes

Not really. The carbon would have assploded,...

Not really. The carbon would have assploded, taking out the bridge in the process, then the person would have been investigated for possible terrorism, though in the end I am sure he would have beat...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-15-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 736
Posted By phughes

I like this one. ...

I like this one.

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-13-24, 12:06 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 2,595
Posted By phughes

I have a forever bike hanging in the garage. I...

I have a forever bike hanging in the garage. I hope it lasts my lifetime. As for change, that is what new bikes are for, no reason to get rid of the forever bike when you can add another forever...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 03:44 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,219
Posted By phughes

You are correct, and quite apropos considering it...

You are correct, and quite apropos considering it was his seat rails.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-12-24, 03:04 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,219
Posted By phughes

Lucky it didn't explode.

Lucky it didn't explode.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-24, 03:14 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 6,842
Posted By phughes

Simply responded to your snark. You responded all...

Simply responded to your snark. You responded all hurt that I didn't recognize your great riding abilities, which I honestly do not doubt, but you obviously did not read what I wrote, in comparing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-10-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 182
Views: 6,842
Posted By phughes

:rolleyes: Reading comprehension isn't your...

:rolleyes: Reading comprehension isn't your strong suit. The comparison is between the Buel with heavier wheels and the same Buel with lighter rims as allowed by using the rim mounted disc.

As for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-09-24, 01:06 PM
Replies: 44
Views: 1,498
Posted By phughes

I took these in the Killdeer Wildlife Area in...

I took these in the Killdeer Wildlife Area in Ohio. One of my bicycles was involved because I had to move it to get one of my telescopes out of the garage.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-07-24, 11:17 AM
Replies: 182
Views: 6,842
Posted By phughes

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-04-24, 11:28 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,737
Posted By phughes

I fully understand. That is why I suggested a...

I fully understand. That is why I suggested a phone that only makes calls, or texts, no browser, only primitive text, no pictures....
Forum: Touring
04-02-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,539
Posted By phughes

I watch it often. It's easy to identify if you...

I watch it often. It's easy to identify if you are familiar with the night sky, and satellites. The ISS is very bright compared to other satellites. If you want to know when it is going over, you can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 01:42 PM
Replies: 85
Views: 2,736
Posted By phughes

Yeah, I wouldn't go that far, but I would still...

Yeah, I wouldn't go that far, but I would still up the game a bit if you want flat pedals. I run DMR V12 magnesium pedals, but, I also used to run Welgo flat pedals on hte same bike, and they worked...
Forum: Touring
03-30-24, 03:18 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,539
Posted By phughes

AI can do it for us!

AI can do it for us!
Forum: Touring
03-30-24, 10:15 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,539
Posted By phughes

Yeah, I see no real good from it in the wild. I...

Yeah, I see no real good from it in the wild. I can see specific uses in very specialized closed settings, as in, not on the internet at large. Any use I envision would augment, not replace human...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-24, 05:19 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,737
Posted By phughes

Larry, how is she going to add water to her tires...

Larry, how is she going to add water to her tires if she need to, away from the house? The ride will be horrific as well. Liquids don't compress. So the only shock absorption would from the minimal...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-29-24, 11:52 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,737
Posted By phughes

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-24, 03:31 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,482
Posted By phughes

Sometimes, but generally I prefer toast made from...

Sometimes, but generally I prefer toast made from my homemade Italian bread. I have been eating more eggs lately though, along with the Italian bread toast.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-24, 03:00 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 5,563
Posted By phughes

It seems you have a good bead on this thread.

It seems you have a good bead on this thread.
Forum: Touring
03-28-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,539
Posted By phughes

I seriously do not see the current appeal of AI....

I seriously do not see the current appeal of AI. I am a geek, and I appreciate the technology for use in some industries, and have actually been reading and studying what I can about it since the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-24, 01:38 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 2,737
Posted By phughes

I understand your concern, but I believe you are...

I understand your concern, but I believe you are overthinking it. The tires you have are already a good defense against puncture. Keep them properly inflated. Don't inflate them to the maximum...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-24, 01:12 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 5,563
Posted By phughes

Sorry, that probably stems from my earlier post.

Sorry, that probably stems from my earlier post.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-28-24, 01:10 PM
Replies: 57
Views: 36,787
Posted By phughes

You are replying to a nine year old thread. ...

You are replying to a nine year old thread.

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Forum: Touring
03-27-24, 10:17 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,539
Posted By phughes

From now on I shall carry high density foam for...

From now on I shall carry high density foam for the tent walls, and commence cooking inside my tent. Bears be damned.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-27-24, 10:07 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 5,563
Posted By phughes

I understand. Sorry, these things are hard to...

I understand. Sorry, these things are hard to gauge. It's a lot of pressure.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-27-24, 11:29 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 467
Posted By phughes

Only if you cross chain, other than that, when...

Only if you cross chain, other than that, when done properly, a 3x9 is easier on a chain than a 1x10 in his case. On mine, I use the inner two cogs in the rear with the inner chainwheel up front. The...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-26-24, 10:33 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 5,563
Posted By phughes

Has anyone said bike tire prices are up due to...

Has anyone said bike tire prices are up due to inflation yet? Inflation... because... tires. Inflation?
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 11:12 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 935
Posted By phughes

Not sure? It's very obvious.

Not sure? It's very obvious.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-22-24, 11:11 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 935
Posted By phughes

Sleep with one eye open.

Sleep with one eye open.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-21-24, 11:08 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 925
Posted By phughes

Four... get back out there Francis. :lol: ...

Four... get back out there Francis. :lol:

Seriously, as with anything, don't overdo it. If you do too much, too soon, you may get frustrated and stop. Make it enjoyable. If you do too much and you...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 529
Posted By phughes

You may want to concider simply replacing that...

You may want to concider simply replacing that rivet. It really isn't difficult. Brooks even has a video showing how to do it.

https://youtu.be/Q6gAPCqdO-Y?si=THuM9GjeD03EtT0s
Forum: Touring
03-19-24, 01:36 PM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,330
Posted By phughes

I read every day, so I bring an ereader. I bring...

I read every day, so I bring an ereader. I bring my camera since I do photography. I generally do not bring a computer, and instead simply have enough cards for my images, though I may bring a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-15-24, 11:55 AM
Replies: 204
Views: 6,269
Posted By phughes

Though I won't condone a personal attack, I will...

Though I won't condone a personal attack, I will say that is not how freedom of speech works. In fact, this is not really a public forum, it is owned by an entity, and as such they have rules....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-24, 09:05 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 6,269
Posted By phughes

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-14-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 204
Views: 6,269
Posted By phughes

The most numerous threads on BF whining about...

The most numerous threads on BF whining about things that don't matter and most comments trying to convince others that bents are the best.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
03-14-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 870
Posted By phughes

I once accidentally found the ideal saddle height...

I once accidentally found the ideal saddle height for me. I was on a tour, on my Surly LHT. I had gone through all sorts of machinations over a few years trying to get the saddle height right with my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-24, 10:41 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,449
Posted By phughes

I tried KY on my chain. Didn't like it. There was...

I tried KY on my chain. Didn't like it. There was a moaning sound. Very annoying.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-09-24, 11:47 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,449
Posted By phughes

Remove chain, place in washing machine on...

Remove chain, place in washing machine on delicate, hot water, and sixteen Tide pods. Rinse fifteen times to be sure to get all the soap out. Then dry on low to prevent shrinkage. After it is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-08-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 2,449
Posted By phughes

This bears repeating. This is the only, proper...

This bears repeating. This is the only, proper way to clean a chain. Anything else and you just kidding yourself.

https://sheldonbrown.com/chainclean.html
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-24-24, 11:01 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 837
Posted By phughes

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-12-24, 01:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 804
Posted By phughes

I have their magnesium V12 model. They have been...

I have their magnesium V12 model. They have been great pedals. I've had them around 12 years.

Velo Orange has some nice ones, and they have reduced the price. They have black and silver. ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-09-24, 11:32 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,517
Posted By phughes

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-24, 03:42 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,517
Posted By phughes

So, to recap. OP your lack of maintenance is to...

So, to recap. OP your lack of maintenance is to blame. Buy a new chain, install it correctly, then keep it lubed. Clean it when it's dirty, then lube it. Repeat as necessary. If the chain is clean,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-08-24, 11:51 AM
Replies: 92
Views: 3,517
Posted By phughes

You did. Your lack of maintenance to the chain...

You did. Your lack of maintenance to the chain caused the failure. Learn from you mistake.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-06-24, 09:28 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 4,870
Posted By phughes

3.14159...

3.14159...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-24, 03:25 PM
Replies: 105
Views: 3,873
Posted By phughes

Yes, it looks to be missing, and looking through...

Yes, it looks to be missing, and looking through the hole, it looks as if the holes do not line up as a result, so the hanger has turned on the existing screw. The missing screw would certainly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-22-24, 01:45 PM
Replies: 131
Views: 5,335
Posted By phughes

Interesting you mention that. On bike tours, I...

Interesting you mention that. On bike tours, I carry a jar of peanut butter, and flour tortillas for a snack during the day if I cannot find a place to eat. Easy to carry and gives me the fuel I need.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-17-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,048
Posted By phughes

Hysterical. You should go into comedy, I can hook...

Hysterical. You should go into comedy, I can hook you up with a good agent if you need one. All those millions of miles done by people touring on "crazy dished rims" must be an anomaly. I bow to your...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-17-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 1,048
Posted By phughes

I friend, I met him years ago on the GAP trail as...

I friend, I met him years ago on the GAP trail as he was finishing a cross country, began his first cross country trip by flying to California with his seat, and pedals, then bought a bike at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-12-24, 10:17 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 460
Posted By phughes

I have to agree with you. When I was looking for...

I have to agree with you. When I was looking for a new touring tire a number of years ago, I wanted a Marathon... I then had to wade through all the different Marathons to figure out what was what....
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