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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-23, 08:51 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 8,052
Posted By Barry2

Once somebody passes store inspection then fails...

Once somebody passes store inspection then fails and gets hurt, only then will become a recall.
Are the retail stores really going to accept this inspection liability for what is a known issue.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-23, 08:40 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 8,052
Posted By icemilkcoffee

Yup. Just watch - somebody will break their...

Yup. Just watch - somebody will break their 'inspected' crankset a few years down the road and hurt themselves, and Shimano will open itself up to yet another round of lawsuits. It will be an easy...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-21-23, 05:28 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 8,052
Posted By Koyote

This isn't really a recall, as they are only...

This isn't really a recall, as they are only replacing obviously defective units. It's more of a warranty extension.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-08-23, 09:02 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By SirMike1983

1959 Schwinn Traveler three speed ride from a...

1959 Schwinn Traveler three speed ride from a couple nights ago:
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-19-23, 08:04 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,599
Posted By rsbob

And that, boys and girls, is why you never waive...

And that, boys and girls, is why you never waive a vehicle to pass from behind when you can see its clear but they can’t.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-19-23, 07:52 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,599
Posted By indyfabz

Or there is a child approaching from behind on...

Or there is a child approaching from behind on the right. The driver is waved through and cannot see the child because his line of sight is blocked by the first blue X, which is the OP.

A member...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-19-23, 05:44 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,599
Posted By Mtracer

I know I would certainly roll those MUP stops...

I know I would certainly roll those MUP stops signs, as I do just about every other stop sign, but I always slow and look to make sure it is safe. Essentially executing the Idaho Stop. But, yeah, you...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-19-23, 05:14 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,599
Posted By rsbob

Reminds me of a time many years ago in a galaxy...

Reminds me of a time many years ago in a galaxy far, far away, when I was riding a MUP near Seattle with lots of cross streets. (The Burke-Gilman) The posted speed on the trail is 15 but seeing...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-19-23, 04:42 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 3,599
Posted By Paul Barnard

We Don't Do Ourselves Any Favors

A year or so ago, I started a thread about a guy on a bicycle that passed me, whipped out in front of a car and got smacked. That happened at the entrance to the levee path.

About a mile down from...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-16-23, 08:48 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 578
Posted By George Mann

I am craving a vintage Raleigh.

I am craving a vintage Raleigh.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-16-23, 04:23 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 578
Posted By Joe Bikerider

I have been derailleur free for my last two bikes...

I have been derailleur free for my last two bikes both with Shimano 8 speed hubs. and I think they are great. I first started with a Biria Easy Boarding model that I got along with well. The...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-16-23, 03:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 578
Posted By Broctoon

That looks like a comfortable bike. Does the...

That looks like a comfortable bike.

Does the derailleur system not work to your liking? On paper, switching out the drivetrain is probably a losing proposition. You'll spend considerable money,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-16-23, 03:31 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 578
Posted By George Mann

There are few grades in the Denver neighborhood...

There are few grades in the Denver neighborhood (Baker) that I currently live and ride in.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-23, 08:44 PM
Replies: 250
Views: 9,753
Posted By retswerb

Apart from anything bike-related, their use of...

Apart from anything bike-related, their use of the term "good trouble" in marketing an e-bike rubs me the wrong way. Trek is no John Lewis.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-23, 08:41 PM
Replies: 250
Views: 9,753
Posted By rsbob

Uh, it comes with turn signals and brake light? ...

Uh, it comes with turn signals and brake light? Doesn’t sound much like an assisted bicycle to me.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-23, 10:01 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,102
Posted By SurferRosa

"Industry analysts believe 2023 will be a trough...

"Industry analysts believe 2023 will be a trough year, with sales recovering through 2024 and beyond and at a more sustainable level than the heights of the Covid bike boom."
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-12-23, 09:54 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 3,102
Posted By Wildwood

Thank god. I need a deal on Campagnolo! If...

Thank god. I need a deal on Campagnolo! If there is a glut.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-23, 09:10 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By Sedgemop

Another great bike, SirMike. Thanks for posting....

Another great bike, SirMike. Thanks for posting. I've had a handful of 3 speeds over the years. I aspire to have an earlier one like this as a keeper.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-01-23, 01:44 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By SirMike1983

Got this 1949 Raleigh Clubman in tourist...

Got this 1949 Raleigh Clubman in tourist configuration back on the road. Went for a nice ride last night. It's very lively and light weight - a lot of fun to ride. The Dunlop aluminum Westrick rims...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-31-23, 08:00 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By SirMike1983

It goes on and on these bikes run a wide range of...

It goes on and on these bikes run a wide range of time and models. There are tons and tons of the common ones out there still, and there are also uncommon models that keep collectors and vintage bike...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-30-23, 08:30 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,626
Posted By mschwett

back to the original post, i think this topic of...

back to the original post, i think this topic of generational interest or attitudes towards bicycles is interesting. i'd guess it's both about generations and about regions, and the tipping point is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-28-23, 09:18 PM
Replies: 6,218
Views: 559,449
Posted By rsbob

45 miles climbing 2400’ on a mtb. Felt more like...

45 miles climbing 2400’ on a mtb. Felt more like 65 riding on fat knobbies.

...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-23, 06:40 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By gna

Wow. That's a nice ride.

Wow. That's a nice ride.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-23, 03:09 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By zookster

My recent addition to the stable. 1963 Raleigh...

My recent addition to the stable. 1963 Raleigh Roadster.


https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1024x768/img_2631_xl_0efdccada2a6807c51477e6c80978228128e8842.jpg
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-23, 11:31 AM
Replies: 6,218
Views: 559,449
Posted By OldTryGuy

Rode twice yesterday for Pete's 100 mile Memorial...

Rode twice yesterday for Pete's 100 mile Memorial Ride, 11 years since he was hit by a semi and killed.

1st time out --- 12:28 AM on Wednesday, July 26, 2023 -- Distance 55.55 mi Moving Time...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-27-23, 10:49 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By vintagebicycle

Brown men's Sports $60 in PA ...

Brown men's Sports $60 in PA

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/169713122789787

...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-27-23, 09:09 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,626
Posted By Broctoon

The difference is when you buy a really nice car,...

The difference is when you buy a really nice car, a few enthusiasts will think you're cool, and everyone else will think you're a pompous jerk. Whereas if you buy a really nice bike... oh, wait. I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-26-23, 01:15 PM
Replies: 60
Views: 2,626
Posted By LarrySellerz

To be fair it is rather absurd how expensive new...

To be fair it is rather absurd how expensive new mountain bikes and road bikes are. It’s gotten ridiculous.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-24-23, 09:12 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By gna

The Raleighs visited the Cannon Valley Trail...

The Raleighs visited the Cannon Valley Trail yesterday. Warm day, but lots of shade on the trail.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-23, 11:15 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,335
Posted By repechage

A “matching” pair of Colnago road and track...

A “matching” pair of Colnago road and track bikes. A matching pair was every SoCal junior racer dream way back. There was a guy with matching Motobecane Team Champions, another with a pair of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-23, 11:01 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,335
Posted By Manny66

And the rest that I was able to photograph. A...

And the rest that I was able to photograph. A Race Ridden , De Rosa Eddy Merckx bike.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-23, 10:57 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,335
Posted By Manny66

And a few more ,, A Confente bike with some...

And a few more ,, A Confente bike with some fantastic Drill work on the Crank,,( by chance, I happened to wear my Confente t shirt today ) ,, and a Murray / Masi made for and ridden by Mark...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-23-23, 10:53 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,335
Posted By Manny66

60th Manhattan Beach Grand Prix, Vintage Bikes

Today, I spent the day out in Beautiful Manhattan Beach California to watch the Best Bike race in the U.S.A.

Luckily for me Matt Gorski who is a member of the South Bay Wheelman had a Classic...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-23-23, 08:24 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 4,196
Posted By Pop N Wood

Your post raises a pretty good point. Damage...

Your post raises a pretty good point. Damage like that is pretty easy to spot, and like you said can be simple to fix. More importantly, at least to me, is the rider probably had ample warning...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-23-23, 08:12 AM
Replies: 98
Views: 4,196
Posted By ofajen

You might find this interesting. ...

You might find this interesting.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=CXIpU92mTwI

A video interview with someone who repairs hundreds of fiber-reinforced resin frames each month. He talks about the...
Forum: Road Cycling
07-21-23, 04:49 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 926
Posted By baj32161

I'm enjoying riding slower

I have never been a speed demon and never really cared. This year however, I am riding noticeably slower dye to switching from a "proper" road bike Cannondale Synapse 5) to a gravel/cyclocross bike ...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-23, 11:56 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By gna

There's a $20 bike on Facebook Marketplace near...

There's a $20 bike on Facebook Marketplace near me, and it sure looks like it was built by Raleigh:...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-23, 11:28 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By Ged117

This is why I treasure the 1950s front hub I got...

This is why I treasure the 1950s front hub I got off of the Raleigh Canadian - its even got the little black metal grease hole cap. Rear AW with a pencil oil cap:
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-23, 11:25 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By Ged117

With the smoke, we've had it smell terrible too...

With the smoke, we've had it smell terrible too (not like wood smoke), and really what's happening is that smoke exposed to sunlight and its UV rays can create a chemical reaction that results in the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-21-23, 05:48 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By cyclecats

69 Raleigh Sports—$40

Thought this might interest someone who follows this thread. Don’t know anything about it other than what’s listed in the add.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-23, 05:12 PM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By sunburst

My "new" Royal Scot - need axle nuts

A friend gave me this Royal Scot recently and I've been trying to get it road worthy. Disclaimer: I do mostly French restorations, so English issues, especially IGH's, are new to me.

I cleaned it...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-19-23, 07:56 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By Ged117

It's a nice feeling once you've got all four...

It's a nice feeling once you've got all four gears working. I find with the FM that shifting into lower gears is where I need to be careful and deliberate with my pedal action to light-touch the hub...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-23, 02:16 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 5,961
Posted By smd4

The 7700 at least were welded, and then polished...

The 7700 at least were welded, and then polished to appear as one piece. Don't know about the 7800s. The cranks that have failed were glued together.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-23, 01:51 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 5,961
Posted By georges1

This happened when shimano transitionned to four...

This happened when shimano transitionned to four arms cranks with the Dura Ace 9000-9100 and Ultegra 6800/6870 -8000/8050, I don't know if the 105 5800-7000 is affected by this flaw. I am glad that I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-23, 01:41 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 5,961
Posted By smd4

Agreed. I must say, I haven't seen too many...

Agreed. I must say, I haven't seen too many Instagram posts or YouTube videos focused on the failure of my DA 7700 cranks...Or many others. This should definitely be of concern for people who run...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-23, 01:02 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 5,961
Posted By icemilkcoffee

It's occuring way too often to be one-off...

It's occuring way too often to be one-off failures. Look here:
https://www.instagram.com/thanksshimano/?hl=en
You can see pages and pages of pictures of these cranks breaking. Some people broke two...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
07-18-23, 08:22 AM
Replies: 27,967
Views: 4,523,263
Posted By nlerner

I took the Condor for a more rigorous test ride...

I took the Condor for a more rigorous test ride today. Chain line was fine—no chain jump and no rattles. Best thing was that all four gears worked after some mid-ride adjustment. This was a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-23, 07:19 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 5,961
Posted By PeteHski

The only R7000 105 component that I think is a...

The only R7000 105 component that I think is a bit dubious are the pedals with the plastic bearing housings. Having said that they still go the distance without causing any real world problems -...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-23, 06:27 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 5,961
Posted By Jughed

But in this case, we have history - Ultegra/Dura...

But in this case, we have history - Ultegra/Dura cranks have been failing enough for websites to be started and youtubers making videos on the subject - calling out Shimano to step up and fix the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-17-23, 09:26 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 5,961
Posted By squirtdad

My last build I went with full r8000 ultegra...

My last build I went with full r8000 ultegra mechanical, but swapped out the brakes for Velo Orange grand cru to allow for more than 28mm tire clearance....

as there are not enough bike pics in...
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