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03-12-24, 11:16 AM
Replies: 10,535
Views: 1,535,683
Posted By fleslider

Just a FYI, I will be posting the 1988 and 1989...

Just a FYI, I will be posting the 1988 and 1989 Catalogs to the site in the next couple days.

vintagecenturion.com (http://www.vintagecenturion.com)
Forum: Road Cycling
03-12-24, 10:44 AM
Replies: 1,277
Views: 60,036
Posted By Psimet2001

I can almost imagine. No.

I can almost imagine. No.
03-11-24, 10:56 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 3,301
Posted By Jughed

Last two world tour bike races I watched - the...

Last two world tour bike races I watched - the winners could have been riding 20 year old steel frames, while everyone else was riding the best of the best CF had to offer, and still won with a big...
03-11-24, 09:00 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 515
Posted By RChung

Hmmm. I'm not quite sure about that though I'm...

Hmmm. I'm not quite sure about that though I'm not the expert in this area: my wife is, though, and she doesn't think about mortality or longevity in quite such a cut-and-dried way. I think people...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-10-24, 07:45 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 975
Posted By zymphad

Huh? You think offering different sizes for...

Huh? You think offering different sizes for hood/shifter would be about cost saving or weight savings? Without even changing the size, the difference in comfort from 105 5600 to 105 7000 is so...
03-10-24, 04:36 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 3,301
Posted By 3alarmer

...I just checked on the various hernia repair...

...I just checked on the various hernia repair meshes, because I'm about 3 1/2 weeks post surgery. I didn't think to specify "no Carbon Fiber Mesh" at time of surgery, but thankfully they're still...
03-10-24, 03:00 PM
Replies: 130
Views: 3,301
Posted By Paul Barnard

Carbon fiber absolutely has a place...as fishing...

Carbon fiber absolutely has a place...as fishing pole material.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-09-24, 10:57 AM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,299
Posted By tomato coupe

This seems like a good time to revisit Trakhak's...

This seems like a good time to revisit Trakhak's earlier question. BTLOS wheels are available in both hooked and hookless, with the two version weighing the same and costing the same. If the hooked...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-24, 06:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,036
Posted By 79pmooney

The bad news - a rider could have his head...

The bad news - a rider could have his head twisted off if this catches anything in a crash. The good news - it can be used as a wrench with excellent leverage to screw said head back in place.


...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-24, 02:38 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,036
Posted By terrymorse

The cycling public reaction seems to be "we don't...

The cycling public reaction seems to be "we don't want to look any uglier than we already are".

Come on, public. It's ugly and fast, or pretty and slow. Make up your minds!
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-24, 02:10 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,036
Posted By RoadWearier

Dark Helmet is not amused...... ...

Dark Helmet is not amused......

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Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-24, 12:18 PM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,299
Posted By genejockey

When he hit the rock, did his head snap back, and...

When he hit the rock, did his head snap back, and to the left?
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-24, 06:09 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 521
Posted By Shadco

Can you get them at Dick’s Sporting Goods? .

Can you get them at Dick’s Sporting Goods?

.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-06-24, 01:34 AM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,299
Posted By Yan

Anyone who rides regularly and doesn't live in a...

Anyone who rides regularly and doesn't live in a flat area is doing hundreds if not thousands of descents a year. If a wheel has even a 0.1% greater chance of losing a tire after hitting a rock, I'm...
03-05-24, 09:26 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,252
Posted By ralphs

My cat did not like that video. He got startled...

My cat did not like that video. He got startled and began furtively looking around for the cat making the noise.
03-05-24, 08:39 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 5,495
Posted By Chuck M

When you want a new bike.

When you want a new bike.
03-05-24, 04:06 PM
Replies: 123
Views: 3,262
Posted By indyfabz

Don’t spoil your dinner. ...

Don’t spoil your dinner.

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03-04-24, 05:03 PM
Replies: 191
Views: 5,495
Posted By indyfabz

Nor would you want to be. :innocent:

Nor would you want to be. :innocent:
03-03-24, 09:21 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,724
Posted By Frkl

​​​​​​I agree about the 8 speed groups back then....

​​​​​​I agree about the 8 speed groups back then. I've never used Dura Ace indexed, only set to friction, but 8 speed 600 Ultegra, XTR and XT all worked great, in that they indexed reliably,...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-02-24, 07:51 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,069
Posted By PeteHski

Have you checked your scale calibration?

Have you checked your scale calibration?
02-29-24, 05:41 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 5,495
Posted By PeteHski

This is a good comparison (£350 beater vs £12K...

This is a good comparison (£350 beater vs £12K superbike).

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=igc-TFtlfLg

Both riders “felt” much faster on the expensive bike and it was between 1.5 and 3% faster...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-24, 01:25 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 3,378
Posted By tomato coupe

Dear Abby, My dentist is into cycling, but...

Dear Abby,

My dentist is into cycling, but his bike doesn't cost as much as mine. Should I say something to him, or should I just find another dentist with a better bike?

Signed,
Bewildered...
02-28-24, 11:57 AM
Replies: 191
Views: 5,495
Posted By 3alarmer

...the answer depends on why you are riding in...

...the answer depends on why you are riding in the first place. If your goal is to compete (like in racing), yes, you are at a disadvantage. If your goals run more toward fitness and exercise, and...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-28-24, 04:13 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,321
Posted By Leinster

Get the good looking Tiagra bike. If Tiagra turns...

Get the good looking Tiagra bike. If Tiagra turns out to be a problem (spoiler; it won’t) you can upgrade to 105/Rival/Ekar/whatever as parts wear out. If you go with the 105 you’re stuck with an...
02-27-24, 06:52 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,724
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

I've only cared about shift counts a couple times...

I've only cared about shift counts a couple times in my life.

Towards a 12 hour MTB race my right forearm began to dread shifting. The last couple of laps I pretty much only shifted the front...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-24, 03:04 PM
Replies: 2,309
Views: 344,243
Posted By Mojo31

Always, both in love and bikes.

Always, both in love and bikes.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-24, 01:41 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 3,378
Posted By jonathanf2

I see many parallels between cycling and...

I see many parallels between cycling and photography. Both have a large number of dentists involved with each activity. It's a good idea to make friends with them for the dental care and the ability...
02-27-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,724
Posted By 3alarmer

. ...I eagerly anticipate all the exhilaration....

.
...I eagerly anticipate all the exhilaration. There's little enough exhilaration in the world today. :(
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-24, 12:41 PM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,299
Posted By Koyote

Wait...I thought we were talking about bikes?

Wait...I thought we were talking about bikes?
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-24, 12:31 PM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,299
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

Your at 75 posts on a well-worn topic. Double...

Your at 75 posts on a well-worn topic. Double feature territory!
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Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-24, 12:17 PM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,299
Posted By tomato coupe

Only fools argue that "higher pressures are...

Only fools argue that "higher pressures are always faster" or "lower pressure are always faster."
02-27-24, 11:05 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 1,724
Posted By 3alarmer

...it's difficult, if not impossible, to explain...

...it's difficult, if not impossible, to explain to someone who bought and rides a Tarmac Di2 equipped bicycle, that 8 in the back will give you all the range you need, and will be somewhat more...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-24, 08:21 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,321
Posted By Trav1s

Only with fine Corinthian leather...

Only with fine Corinthian leather...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-24, 08:02 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,321
Posted By john m flores

LOL - brown cars have their place, just not on...

LOL - brown cars have their place, just not on the racetrack.

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Forum: Road Cycling
02-27-24, 06:30 AM
Replies: 47
Views: 1,321
Posted By john m flores

I never understood brown sports cars...

I never understood brown sports cars...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-24, 10:19 AM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,299
Posted By Atlas Shrugged

How was the show? I assumed you finished your...

How was the show? I assumed you finished your popcorn and have moved on to Milk Duds.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-26-24, 09:50 AM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,299
Posted By big john

CPA Riders’ Association Expresses Concerns over...

CPA Riders’ Association Expresses Concerns over Hookless Tires (outsideonline.com)...
02-26-24, 06:03 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 1,996
Posted By Maelochs

You paid $50 for a coffee cup just to impress...

You paid $50 for a coffee cup just to impress some guy you don't know and likely won't see again?

That is Highly unreasonable.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-24, 03:48 PM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,299
Posted By PeteHski

Really not worth anything then at this point...

Really not worth anything then at this point then. I can see why the manufacturers are keen, but I don't see any win for the rider. Be interesting to see if they keep pushing this direction or not....
Forum: Road Cycling
02-25-24, 10:45 AM
Replies: 439
Views: 12,299
Posted By TiHabanero

I've been around cycling since 1971 and have very...

I've been around cycling since 1971 and have very fond memories of hookless rims. What a treat they were to deal with when mated to the wrong tire. Then I discovered hooked rims around 1978 and was...
02-22-24, 02:52 PM
Replies: 132
Views: 7,382
Posted By genejockey

As my father would say.... ...

As my father would say....

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EDIT: No, Tommy Lee Jones is not...
02-21-24, 08:11 PM
Replies: 136
Views: 4,217
Posted By 70sSanO

You can always get 105 watch on eBay for $24.99...

You can always get 105 watch on eBay for $24.99 and upgrade later.

John
Forum: Road Cycling
02-20-24, 10:53 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 3,378
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Not me! I am not wealthy but I have hoarded...

Not me! I am not wealthy but I have hoarded strategically amassed a small stock pile of spare parts and components for my bikes.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-17-24, 12:28 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,213
Posted By ScottCommutes

I don't know your kids or their bikes, but I...

I don't know your kids or their bikes, but I suspect that letting them select fun colored cables would mean more to their enjoyment of their bikes than slightly different mechanical parts.
02-17-24, 11:49 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 7,960
Posted By 3alarmer

...what qualifies anyone to give "experienced...

...what qualifies anyone to give "experienced advice" ? What would you possibly accept as "bona fides", in a thread where you've already accused at least one person of argument from authority ? Then...
02-17-24, 11:41 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 7,960
Posted By 3alarmer

...someone from this thread needs to get that...

...someone from this thread needs to get that woman on a CFRP road machine, with discs front and rear. She's got the wider tires, lower pressure thing going on, so that's good. But there are a loot...
02-17-24, 11:22 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 7,960
Posted By tomato coupe

Notice how that guy in the background has his...

Notice how that guy in the background has his hand near his ear? That's one of her CIA handlers.;)
02-17-24, 10:59 AM
Replies: 279
Views: 7,960
Posted By tomato coupe

You can never have too many conspiracy theories...

You can never have too many conspiracy theories in one thread.

Full disclosure: I'm paid by the industry to point this out, and I'm also an AI chatbot.
02-16-24, 01:31 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,360
Posted By indyfabz

She’d change her name to Taylor Zwift!

She’d change her name to Taylor Zwift!
02-15-24, 05:21 PM
Replies: 424
Views: 12,445
Posted By 3alarmer

. ...OMG the great wheel rim/ "rotating weight...

.
...OMG the great wheel rim/ "rotating weight doesn't matter any more" debate is again resurrected. I'll pass. I have my one year chip on this topic, and I don't want to go back to attending 12...
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