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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-20-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,182
Posted By h_curtis

Well, I have been running a bit ragged restoring...

Well, I have been running a bit ragged restoring a home, work and trying to get back into shape after a health issue. My bike doesn't even have a 42t. It was a damn 36t. I read it wrong when I was...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-18-21, 10:31 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,190
Posted By h_curtis

Rare to see so many agreeing on a product. I'll...

Rare to see so many agreeing on a product. I'll give then a look. Thanks for the help.

One thing about a crash is you really don't know how messed up you are until the next day. I have a lot...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-18-21, 06:34 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 3,190
Posted By h_curtis

Broke a crank arm and want a stronger one

I crashed due to a broken crank arm while pedaling up a mild grade. I don't want a repeat event. Anyone have a suggestion on a replacement? My other road bikes are older Campy and I have never had an...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-21, 02:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 878
Posted By h_curtis

I filed the ring, new chain and had to get a new...

I filed the ring, new chain and had to get a new rear Euro Asia cog for the rear. It has never been this nice. All 1/8" front and rear. Should have taken a picture before I rode it 50 miles or so,...
Forum: Commuting
06-02-21, 09:05 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 7,447
Posted By h_curtis

I was doing 19ish miles one way for a month and...

I was doing 19ish miles one way for a month and loved it. It takes time, but I just enjoyed it very much. On the way home I would crack open a beer midway to enjoy and I did enjoy it. Well...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-30-21, 02:33 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 5,140
Posted By h_curtis

So just a followup as I am sure everyone was...

So just a followup as I am sure everyone was anxiously waiting for my report and no doubt on the edge of your seats for all this time. I did put my Dura Ace ring on my Campy pista crank. I had to...
Forum: Commuting
04-06-21, 05:17 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,985
Posted By h_curtis

Okay, so I wanted to update this story a bit. I...

Okay, so I wanted to update this story a bit. I have worked two days so far and commuted my 1 1/2 hour ride each way twice. I honestly love it, but it is long after working physically in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-21, 11:26 AM
Replies: 140
Views: 19,605
Posted By h_curtis

my Chas Roberts

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-21, 03:22 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,544
Posted By h_curtis

Don’t know how a lugged 531 can magically be...

Don’t know how a lugged 531 can magically be better? Just a great bike to ride. Love that era of Campy as well. Only had to rebuild one shifter.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-14-21, 09:44 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,544
Posted By h_curtis

My Chas Roberts bike had a sister bike

Just wondering if anyone ever saw a light green Chas Roberts that had the same paint scheme as my blue one. I purchased my bike in Pittsburgh way back in the late 80's I think. I have ridden this...
Forum: Commuting
03-09-21, 09:04 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,717
Posted By h_curtis

Thanks for the replies. To clarify a little more...

Thanks for the replies. To clarify a little more about my commute.

My route to work is 5 miles. I ride up 282 feet and down 171 feet on the way in. I don't have a concept of that to be honest,...
Forum: Commuting
03-07-21, 08:59 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,985
Posted By h_curtis

Well my hope is to ride 3 days a week. It isn't...

Well my hope is to ride 3 days a week. It isn't a super safe ride for about 7 miles. That part sucks, but just have to ride and be as careful as I can be.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-21, 10:29 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,802
Posted By h_curtis

Well let's see if I now have a clue after being...

Well let's see if I now have a clue after being schooled by you folks. Here is a monoplaner picture. I am going to guess Chorus. Do I get an A, D or F. D being it is an Athena. I was thinking of...
Forum: Commuting
03-04-21, 10:11 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,985
Posted By h_curtis

On the way in I just add a loop. I am going to...

On the way in I just add a loop. I am going to try and keep adding to it to build some confidence. There is a very huge steep hill I hope to add maybe next week and just keep making it harder and...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-04-21, 10:51 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 4,802
Posted By h_curtis

I'll say one thing, there are one heck of a lot...

I'll say one thing, there are one heck of a lot of incorrect listings on Ebay. Wow! I am looking for a watch dial and the listings are very often false. Buyer beware out there for sure.
Forum: Commuting
03-03-21, 09:57 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,985
Posted By h_curtis

I can't leave my car at work. One hitch on this...

I can't leave my car at work. One hitch on this is my bike doesn't fit in my car unless I take it apart. I don't have a rack on the car I will have there. This is 1,200 miles from my home and the...
Forum: Commuting
03-03-21, 09:53 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,985
Posted By h_curtis

Sounds like a good approach. I wish I had one...

Sounds like a good approach. I wish I had one more month to get ready to do this, but it is what it is. I don't think I can park somewhere to make it easier, but maybe? Like the idea.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-03-21, 09:49 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,768
Posted By h_curtis

This still has me laughing. I ask a question and...

This still has me laughing. I ask a question and the overwhelming response is take the geared bike and then I decide on the fixed anyway. Hilarious and often true!

Since I am 55 years old and...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-03-21, 08:25 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,768
Posted By h_curtis

Wow, do you know me? Your last sentence hit...

Wow, do you know me? Your last sentence hit home. If I was in better shape, I probably would take my fixed. With the job being physical and me in my 50's, I might actually wimp out and take the...
Forum: Commuting
03-03-21, 08:14 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,985
Posted By h_curtis

Yeah, my 19 mile ride is the shortest safe...

Yeah, my 19 mile ride is the shortest safe distance I can ride. Today, I am riding 18 miles in to see how I feel. I have a month to train if I want to hit the ground running at the new job, but if...
Forum: Commuting
03-03-21, 08:07 AM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,985
Posted By h_curtis

You know you are right. I think I should get rid...

You know you are right. I think I should get rid of the backpack for this venture. I am driving at least one day a week because I will have too much stuff to haul, but the other three days a week,...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
03-02-21, 10:08 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,768
Posted By h_curtis

Could commuting on very flat roads be easier on a fixed?

I am in a situation where I am moving to a very flat area and I am bringing my bike for about a 40 mile round trip commute to work (2 days a week). I ride a commuter bike sometimes (bad weather) and...
Forum: Commuting
03-02-21, 08:52 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,985
Posted By h_curtis

I do know the commute okay already and tried it...

I do know the commute okay already and tried it when I was out of shape. I was beat for two days, but I am training this past two weeks and have one more month to get back to speed. Most of the...
Forum: Commuting
03-02-21, 08:29 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 6,985
Posted By h_curtis

No interest. Thanks.

No interest. Thanks.
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