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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-01-24, 10:04 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 474
Posted By ScottCommutes

Excellent points. I would add that when we had...

Excellent points. I would add that when we had astronauts driving around on the moon in their little rover at the limits of their "walk back" distance, this was a major engineering consideration.
Forum: Northern California
05-01-24, 11:50 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 38
Posted By Korina

Reg. open for 2024 Tour of the Unknown Coast!

There are two rides again this year; the Tour of the Unknown Coast Century and the Avenue of the Giants 100k (with optional bonus miles). In the Before Times there were also 25 and 50 mile rides;...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-24, 05:18 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 10,746
Posted By Strawbunyan

The ride is a bit bumpier and uphil hurts worse...

The ride is a bit bumpier and uphil hurts worse but the ole AD feels like a rocketship compared to the MTB on the flats and it feels much more nimble in the front end..it doesnt hurt that this steel...
Forum: Commuting
04-24-24, 04:55 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 10,746
Posted By Strawbunyan

A few people in this thread (and invetiably in...

A few people in this thread (and invetiably in every "what bike for me?" Thread) recommended buying an older bike because you get a good bike that will do the commute for a fraction of the cost........
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-07-24, 12:32 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,203
Posted By Lamont Cobb

I'll probably never own a Klein, because they...

I'll probably never own a Klein, because they command a premium, but I can aspire to owning a Cannondale, which has gotta be the next best thing.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-30-24, 11:24 AM
Replies: 57
Views: 2,618
Posted By dedhed

Repair stand

Repair stand
Forum: Northern California
03-26-24, 03:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,969
Posted By DiabloScott

You're Invited to participate in a Historic Event...

You're Invited to participate in a Historic Event to Celebrate 22 New Bike Turnouts on Mount Diablo! SAVE THE DATE: Saturday, July 20th at 11am at Curry Point. More details to follow.....Ride, hike...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-24-24, 05:49 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,203
Posted By Sonofamechanic

Pantah, Congratulations!!! You’ve been looking...

Pantah, Congratulations!!! You’ve been looking for a moonrise for a while now.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-19-24, 01:59 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,716
Posted By Jimbo1983

After reading htis thread today I checked all my...

After reading htis thread today I checked all my forks and stems regarding their insertion past the threaded part of the steerers. I only found one that was a concern, it has a lot of thread below...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-17-24, 01:55 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 2,716
Posted By AdventureManCO

Ouch. But much rather an ouch for the bike and...

Ouch. But much rather an ouch for the bike and not for you. VERY glad you came out unscathed. Very grateful.

Thanks for showing pics of what happened. Good thing to keep in mind, especially...
Forum: Commuting
03-12-24, 03:29 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 10,746
Posted By Strawbunyan

Had the day off today so I rode to work and back...

Had the day off today so I rode to work and back round trip on the new tires. Other than some saddle and cockpit adjustments I am ready to begin commuting. The ride was not nearly as bad as i thought...
Forum: Commuting
03-08-24, 11:28 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 10,746
Posted By Strawbunyan

Thank you for the tire recommendation. I will...

Thank you for the tire recommendation. I will check them out. I went with th hook worms because i needed something durable that would stand up to rural roads. I was looking at that universal rack as...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-07-24, 09:19 PM
Replies: 10,411
Views: 3,346,308
Posted By Tango1

https://cimg0.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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63cm CAAD5 in Saeco livery. Mixed group of ultegra/ 105 / tiagra 2x9,...
Forum: Commuting
03-04-24, 12:24 PM
Replies: 215
Views: 10,746
Posted By Strawbunyan

I ordered a set of Maxxis Hookworm tires.When the...

I ordered a set of Maxxis Hookworm tires.When the tires arrive and i get them on ill post the pics.
I want to keep these MTB tires incase I ever want to use the bike as intended, Is there a...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-24, 05:01 PM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,742
Posted By WaveyGravey

My oldest bike in service is a 1986 Klein Quantum.

My oldest bike in service is a 1986 Klein Quantum.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-20-24, 12:48 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 1,629
Posted By Crankycrank

IME deciphering what a customer/friend/relative,...

IME deciphering what a customer/friend/relative, without any knowledge of bikes, is trying to describe when they have an issue is one of the most difficult things to do.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-20-24, 09:16 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,611
Posted By Smokinapankake

Love it! I really like the non tapered chainstays...

Love it! I really like the non tapered chainstays and those lovely plug in dropouts on the higher end Marins. My buddy has a pristine Team from 1993 that just hangs in his garage. Brushed Tange...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-23, 10:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 806
Posted By Murray Missile

I can see the light....

... at the end of the garage! The Great Purge of 2023 has progressed well but it will have to be retitled "The Great Purge of 2023 - 2024" in a few short days as there is still much to do. I can...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-15-23, 04:51 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 2,643
Posted By Rick_D

Most unusual stew recipe yet! I'm convinced...

Most unusual stew recipe yet!

I'm convinced like wolves, that flats run in packs. I'll go months without then suffer several in a couple weeks, usually across multiple bikes. Other than during...
Forum: Classic and Vintage Bicycles: Whats it Worth? Appraisals.
10-20-23, 03:01 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 656
Posted By SoCaled

Ebay listings are only useful if you are looking...

Ebay listings are only useful if you are looking at Sold/Closed listings. Budget bicycle center is a bit of an oxymoron, they famously have a Huffy Aerowind listed at $1,999 when they are listed on...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-12-23, 03:43 AM
Replies: 53
Views: 2,659
Posted By indyfabz

This thread is just for looks.

This thread is just for looks.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-30-23, 04:36 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,068
Posted By GhostRider62

Once everything is color coordinated?

Once everything is color coordinated?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-23-23, 01:37 AM
Replies: 6,281
Views: 577,379
Posted By MelvinBass

I ride 20 miles, I broke my previous 18 miles...

I ride 20 miles, I broke my previous 18 miles record. hehe
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-07-22, 09:26 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,203
Posted By Sonofamechanic

W ...

W
https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/1220x2000/0c96e0fb_72d1_4f98_b1d1_27296ee770e4_c7f95b4103de2a228bd4c31d664ee0f0df5c0b80.jpeg...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-12-21, 08:38 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,004
Posted By urbanknight

I miss my GT Edge which I had parts custom...

I miss my GT Edge which I had parts custom anodized a medium blue. Only sold it because I stopped riding in college, but started up again after graduating and never had as nice looking bike as that...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-17-21, 06:02 PM
Replies: 328
Views: 66,974
Posted By Maelochs

Meh .... took Ye Olde Raleigh out for a spin...

Meh .... took Ye Olde Raleigh out for a spin this evening. Turns out, it is just a bicycle.

Good thing I like bicycles.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-25-21, 09:38 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 4,682
Posted By mschwett

my go to is a 21 mile figure 8 through the...

my go to is a 21 mile figure 8 through the presidio, across the golden gate, and the southern end of the marin headlands. about 1,600’ of climbing. weather conditions vary greatly day to day and...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-14-21, 09:18 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 2,605
Posted By guachi

I'm guessing this is a literal take on the fact...

I'm guessing this is a literal take on the fact that "diamond frame riders" are higher up and therefore can only "look down" and that the other commenters don't get the wry joke you're making. Or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-13-21, 03:05 PM
Replies: 76
Views: 5,673
Posted By Kapusta

$200 to drop nearly 2lbs sounds pretty reasonable...

$200 to drop nearly 2lbs sounds pretty reasonable to me.

ignore the haters.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-11-21, 02:53 PM
Replies: 88
Views: 8,279
Posted By Maelochs

It suits your needs and provides you with all the...

It suits your needs and provides you with all the features you desire. You got the right bike.

Good for you.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-14-21, 08:09 PM
Replies: 100
Views: 6,545
Posted By cyrano138

I'm going to price a gallon of mineral spirits at...

I'm going to price a gallon of mineral spirits at Lowes and get a gallon of diesel and see how they compare. Lots of great advice -- much appreciated
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-10-21, 06:01 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,203
Posted By Chuckk

My 1998 Klein Quantum Race has both standard head...

My 1998 Klein Quantum Race has both standard head and BB bearings.
Post Trek takeover, but still being built in Chehalis.
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-21, 11:52 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,203
Posted By dddd

The quality of Klein bikes, and some of their...

The quality of Klein bikes, and some of their owner and dealer literature, were both indicative of an effort to be the best back in their pre-Trek days.

I was smitten by the "shimmering burgundy"...
Forum: Northern California
09-06-21, 10:21 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,965
Posted By djkashuba

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51430200156_1f...

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51430200156_1fa142b6a8_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2mmHdGU)
Colnago/ Gold Coast Bakery Duncans Mills (https://flic.kr/p/2mmHdGU) by djk762...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-05-21, 06:50 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,406
Posted By stephr1

Just wanted to circle back around and stated that...

Just wanted to circle back around and stated that I solved this problem. Check out this posting: https://www.bikeforums.net/22214247-post11.html

Thanks again for all the suggestions and help. I am...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-04-21, 08:43 AM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,203
Posted By masi61

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/096d12f2_a91f_4f8a_85cc_2f473236e909_16745dd78396d68356f8aae49bbb789ef65b14be.jpeg
My Klein Performance has never been ridden (by me)....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-01-21, 03:45 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,203
Posted By Dean51

Meet "Deep Purple". I believe this to be a...

Meet "Deep Purple". I believe this to be a mid/late 80's model due to it's 126 mm rear spacing. Frame, fork, and crankset were given to me. The remainder of this build came from my bins. Groupset is...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-31-21, 04:45 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,203
Posted By retrofit

My '88 Pinnacle w/full Deore XT (M730) ...

My '88 Pinnacle w/full Deore XT (M730)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/51414250881_ae71b6271f_b.jpg
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-21, 04:00 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,203
Posted By DiabloScott

I bought mine new as a bare frame - 1998 model in...

I bought mine new as a bare frame - 1998 model in 2004 (LBS went out of business). Built it up piece by piece exactly the way I wanted, all DuraAce. Fun project. Still my main bike for road riding in...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-28-21, 02:25 PM
Replies: 80
Views: 9,203
Posted By jamesdak

Beautiful bike for sure! I recently got my...

Beautiful bike for sure!

I recently got my first Klein also. A Quantum II with some decent Campagnolo parts. I haven't done much to it since getting it. Upgraded record brakes, some lighter...
Forum: Introductions
08-26-21, 10:20 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 961
Posted By soulmango

Following the trend, Hello from SF Bay Area!

Hello Bike Forumers.

Long-time lurker, rare poster, life-long bike enthusiast here.

An SF native that's lived as far West as Hawaii, & as far East as St. Thomas. Mostly been a NorCal kid: SF,...
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