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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-08-24, 07:16 AM
Replies: 491
Views: 61,308
Posted By DorkDisk

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3sp Hiawatha, primarily used to go the bakery. I think this may be...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-24, 03:05 PM
Replies: 89
Views: 3,151
Posted By DorkDisk

Interestingly, these two weigh exactly the same:...

Interestingly, these two weigh exactly the same: 23lb 5oz.

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-24, 06:10 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 755
Posted By DorkDisk

Agreed, a spray bottle of alcohol, carfeully...

Agreed, a spray bottle of alcohol, carfeully marked, is great to have in any shop.

Living in Manhattan, with its filthy streets, I always wipe down my tires after a ride. All my tires wear out as...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-29-24, 07:39 AM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 415,352
Posted By DorkDisk

22lbs shoud be feasible. I built my 21" '94...

22lbs shoud be feasible.

I built my 21" '94 750 to 23lbs 5oz trying to not be heavy, not necessarily a lightweight build. 2x9, 1800g wheels, 38mm tires

Half a pound should be easy to take off....
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
03-19-24, 10:43 AM
Replies: 3,581
Views: 990,437
Posted By DorkDisk

This old guy now rides mostly 700c wheels with...

This old guy now rides mostly 700c wheels with 38mm tires

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2012...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
03-16-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,330
Posted By DorkDisk

IRD offer a crankset that works with 73mm shells...

IRD offer a crankset that works with 73mm shells (https://www.interlocracing.com/shop/ird-crankarms-bb-lobo-2520?search=crank#attr=3028,1189) and can do 30/46 or 1x. You'll still need to check the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-20-24, 08:36 AM
Replies: 287
Views: 40,062
Posted By DorkDisk

90 Haro...

90 Haro Extremehttps://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1920x1079/august_26_2019_100009_2_f1e377f4e78fd65ac683641403efff0bac90d6f5_f47b8113bdec386cff04bf91c8af97b98376f7ff.png

94 Trek...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-06-24, 06:45 AM
Replies: 604
Views: 77,037
Posted By DorkDisk

'86 Shogun 1000 on the Manhattan Bridge headed...

'86 Shogun 1000 on the Manhattan Bridge headed into Brooklyn
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-01-24, 02:09 PM
Replies: 604
Views: 77,037
Posted By DorkDisk

91 and 92 Stumpjumpers in Brooklyn ...

91 and 92 Stumpjumpers in Brooklyn
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-30-24, 08:46 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,131,296
Posted By DorkDisk

Did someone say Kona? Here is my 94 Hot ...

Did someone say Kona? Here is my 94 Hot
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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-21-24, 07:08 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 558
Posted By DorkDisk

That's a nice Kilauea; it'd be interesting to see...

That's a nice Kilauea; it'd be interesting to see how a Columbus frame will ride compared to a Prestige frame.

I have a Hot, but its a boring grey; its built up with 2x10 XT and thumbies.

FWIW,...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-09-24, 02:44 PM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,131,296
Posted By DorkDisk

NYC is pretty much a 700c town, fixies are more...

NYC is pretty much a 700c town, fixies are more common than vintage MTBs but you do see them every day.

This was taken around where that picture was taken, I flatted and being me had a tube but no...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-09-24, 08:33 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,131,296
Posted By DorkDisk

Yeah, its the USS Intrepid. It's pretty cool,...

Yeah, its the USS Intrepid. It's pretty cool, they have a Tomcat and an SR-71 on board. They even had the space shuttle on it at one time. I don't know why non carrier birds are on it but they are...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-05-24, 10:46 AM
Replies: 9,057
Views: 3,131,296
Posted By DorkDisk

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-03-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 498
Views: 36,524
Posted By DorkDisk

There's a stop midway on the Manhattan Bridge, in...

There's a stop midway on the Manhattan Bridge, in the middle of the East River; the trains run down the middle, joggers/walkers on the right and cyclists on the left. This is from Manhattan to...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
01-01-24, 06:49 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 614
Posted By DorkDisk

I've been using those SpeedRides on my winter...

I've been using those SpeedRides on my winter bike for 3 winters now. They roll fast and have enough bite when I need it. I usually ride into the teens (F); any colder or icy roads is when I stay...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-22-23, 07:27 AM
Replies: 81
Views: 3,338
Posted By DorkDisk

For improved braking, I find going up a rotor...

For improved braking, I find going up a rotor size to be easiest and most noticable upgrade.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-17-23, 05:47 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,269
Posted By DorkDisk

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-23, 11:44 AM
Replies: 617
Views: 83,362
Posted By DorkDisk

That's the thing, these were not hybrids. They...

That's the thing, these were not hybrids. They were MTBs with 2" knobbies, with NORBA geometry. Mountainbike Action did a back-to-back with the 26' Axis (which I think this was based off) and came...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-14-23, 10:27 AM
Replies: 617
Views: 83,362
Posted By DorkDisk

That's a score, not many of those around; an...

That's a score, not many of those around; an early 29er. I often search for those and people want a lot for them. Very nice.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-23, 06:06 AM
Replies: 617
Views: 83,362
Posted By DorkDisk

Bumping with my 93 Breezer Lightning I built up...

Bumping with my 93 Breezer Lightning I built up 30 years ago including a not-common 1" threadless Bontrager Comp fork. It's been last built up in the late 90s since the original parts got used up....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-11-23, 03:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,663
Posted By DorkDisk

That's a great score IMO, all the parts are in...

That's a great score IMO, all the parts are in great condition also. You can still get inserts for the pads from Koolstop (https://koolstop.com/products/shimano-adamas-lx-insert-replacement-pad).
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-09-23, 07:56 AM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 415,352
Posted By DorkDisk

Thanks for the data; that's interesting. FWIW my...

Thanks for the data; that's interesting. FWIW my 21" 94 750 (TIG) came in at pretty much 4lbs 15oz (2239.61g). 94 was the first year for TIG frames, and it is a hair lighter than the lugged.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-03-23, 07:07 AM
Replies: 208
Views: 34,489
Posted By DorkDisk

OK ...

OK
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Kona Hot in snow...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-03-23, 06:52 AM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 415,352
Posted By DorkDisk

100GS components were produced in 90,91, and 92,...

100GS components were produced in 90,91, and 92, so that would narrow down the range.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-23, 07:19 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,612
Posted By DorkDisk

From what I remember, most people hated cantis...

From what I remember, most people hated cantis also. Personally, never have I seen such a fast uptake of new technology as V brakes. As soon as they hit the market (95/96?), everyone and their dog...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-31-23, 05:49 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,201
Posted By DorkDisk

TBH, 90s MTBs are great gravelers as-is. Just add...

TBH, 90s MTBs are great gravelers as-is. Just add some modern parts like V brakes, saddles with channels, slick tires, risers and go for it. Shedding the knobs goes a long way, DTHs are really nice...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-31-23, 05:02 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,612
Posted By DorkDisk

Force40 those things were called; I still use a...

Force40 those things were called; I still use a pair of the newer versions, and I like it. I even a have a NOS set as spare. You also saw these on smaller frames where the cable comes from below...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-19-23, 04:59 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,863
Posted By DorkDisk

Suntour cantis used cone wrenches behind the...

Suntour cantis used cone wrenches behind the caliper to adjust spring tension, sometimes only on one side. Newer cantis are much, much nicer to adjust however.

Speed Dials are optimized for long...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-17-23, 10:59 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,689
Posted By DorkDisk

I'm not a fan of FSA, especially their cranks. I...

I'm not a fan of FSA, especially their cranks. I find them ugly (apologies to FSA crank lovers everywhere) and many use weird BCDs; the one you posted weighs 944g, which is a ton.

That's a cool...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-16-23, 06:50 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,689
Posted By DorkDisk

Here are a few choices for around 5-600: ...

Here are a few choices for around 5-600:


1) Fulcrum 5DB (https://www.fulcrumwheels.com/en/wheels/gravel-solutions/rapid-red-5-db)

2) Hunt Four Seasons...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-16-23, 01:44 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,689
Posted By DorkDisk

I'd recommend a Shimano GRX crank, 810 for 11sp,...

I'd recommend a Shimano GRX crank, 810 for 11sp, 600 for 10sp and less.

Shimano 105 is a good cassette that has a spider for light weight. Speaking of weight, I'd recommend your next major upgrade...
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-15-23, 06:50 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 2,094
Posted By DorkDisk

Here's my '90 Haro Extreme I acquired to replace...

Here's my '90 Haro Extreme I acquired to replace the '91 I broke BITD; that bike was my baby....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-14-23, 04:18 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,742
Posted By DorkDisk

Around 94 or so Trek bought Fisher and slowly the...

Around 94 or so Trek bought Fisher and slowly the bikes were basically rebranded Treks IIRC. Many people are familiar with Trek Singletracks, and these are very similar frames. From the 95 tech...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-13-23, 05:48 AM
Replies: 1,981
Views: 437,756
Posted By DorkDisk

One has to leave the city to reach the roads with...

One has to leave the city to reach the roads with gravel, it adds about an hour each way.

Croton Acqueduct Trail goes all the way up the Hudson on the east side; the west side has some nice road...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-11-23, 05:18 AM
Replies: 1,981
Views: 437,756
Posted By DorkDisk

On my way home from grinding gravel on my cross...

On my way home from grinding gravel on my cross bike, I accidentally made my way into the head of the parade route of the Columbus Day parade going down 5th avenue. So I rode down the whole length.
...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
10-09-23, 10:42 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 7,081
Posted By DorkDisk

I have a bunch of vintage 26ers, and a fat large...

I have a bunch of vintage 26ers, and a fat large wheel is a different experience. I've been enjoying this 2013 Marin Muirwoods for 10 years now, currently with a triple and 48mm slicks. Its a bit...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
10-05-23, 06:21 AM
Replies: 1,099
Views: 415,352
Posted By DorkDisk

Love the mid 90s two tone Treks. Check to make...

Love the mid 90s two tone Treks. Check to make sure that your Alivio cranks were not part of a recall...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
09-26-23, 05:11 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,689
Posted By DorkDisk

Going from 32t to 34t in the rear is not too...

Going from 32t to 34t in the rear is not too noticeable in my experience; I'd recommend a 30/46 crank for lower gears, with a 34t large cog for climbing.

Climbing is also about having many gears...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-25-23, 05:48 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 8,170
Posted By DorkDisk

I was a bit curious as to how this is to work at...

I was a bit curious as to how this is to work at the shop end. It seems like its a "remove, clean, and look at it" process. Many shop owners I know are a bit older and have terrible eyesight, I don't...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-23, 06:39 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 740
Posted By DorkDisk

These look very familiar, maybe they're Mr...

These look very familiar, maybe they're Mr Grumpys from SRP?

Here's a link (https://www.cxmagazine.com/srp-grumpy-cantilever-review) to a current write up. I might have the ad somewhere in print.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-10-23, 06:00 AM
Replies: 1,410
Views: 465,541
Posted By DorkDisk

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95 M500 w Pepperoni fork. Effortlessly light weight
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-07-23, 05:19 PM
Replies: 84
Views: 4,148
Posted By DorkDisk

Grip Shift

Grip Shift
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-07-23, 03:47 PM
Replies: 1,197
Views: 400,924
Posted By DorkDisk

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92 Stumpjumper Comp, one smooth ride
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-04-23, 09:53 AM
Replies: 244
Views: 38,164
Posted By DorkDisk

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1/3 purple
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-01-23, 06:19 AM
Replies: 138
Views: 6,195
Posted By DorkDisk

My wife buys all my regular clothes. Bikes...

My wife buys all my regular clothes. Bikes clothes are the only items of clothing that I pick out for myself. She does let me dress myself most of the time though.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-26-23, 05:04 AM
Replies: 208
Views: 12,112
Posted By DorkDisk

This is why I build my own bikes.

This is why I build my own bikes.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-08-23, 08:43 PM
Replies: 75
Views: 3,348
Posted By DorkDisk

This happened twice to a friend of mine on a bike...

This happened twice to a friend of mine on a bike I built him with Chorus 12sp. At first i thought I may have undertorqued the chainrings, but the second chainring was installed by someone else....
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-30-23, 11:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,330
Posted By DorkDisk

Sorry, I meant bottom bracket shell, as in the...

Sorry, I meant bottom bracket shell, as in the frame member. Road bikes use a narrower shell, thus narrower chainlines and Q factor.
...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
06-30-23, 05:23 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,330
Posted By DorkDisk

First step with any MTB to road crank conversion...

First step with any MTB to road crank conversion would be to measure your BB width. 73mm is no go, 68mm is good.
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