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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-24-24, 01:03 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 305
Posted By mpetry912

Mine /markp ...

Mine

/markp

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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-24-24, 07:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 147
Posted By romperrr

I'll tell you one thing, the orientation of that...

I'll tell you one thing, the orientation of that rear skewer definitely isn't stock :rolleyes:
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-23-24, 09:20 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 800
Posted By Wildwood

'Quality saddle time' is my only measure.

'Quality saddle time' is my only measure.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-23-24, 09:31 AM
Replies: 5,344
Views: 844,162
Posted By Mountain Mitch

Here’s a couple of shots from an early season...

Here’s a couple of shots from an early season ride along the Columbia River:
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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-23-24, 08:36 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 800
Posted By Iride01

You need to ride at the pace you can maintain for...

You need to ride at the pace you can maintain for the distance of the ride or slower. If you have hills, you need to know how much energy you can expend to climb them without going too deep in your...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-23-24, 07:59 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 800
Posted By big john

Forget speed for now. Just get saddle time. Warm...

Forget speed for now. Just get saddle time. Warm up slowly and find a cadence you can be comfortable doing. Try to get into a rhythm with steady breathing and not blowing up. This means not getting...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-23-24, 07:47 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 800
Posted By Jughed

I'm a low carb rider as well. Riding at full...

I'm a low carb rider as well.

Riding at full gas or close to full gas all the time, even with added carbs, is not something that will lead to good results and at least for me, isn't in any way...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-23-24, 07:27 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 800
Posted By boozergut

I find at the 15 mile mark I need a decent break...

I find at the 15 mile mark I need a decent break that includes a couple of dried apricots or a banana.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-23-24, 04:15 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 800
Posted By PeteHski

If you are on a very low carb diet and want to...

If you are on a very low carb diet and want to ride further then you need to ride slower to stay in the predominantly fat burning zone. Over time your speed should still improve, but if you go too...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 02:48 PM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By BillyD

I just dropped an Ibu 600 to deal with the aches...

I just dropped an Ibu 600 to deal with the aches from today's softball game. Likely everyone on both teams did similar. :lol:
Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 10:29 AM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By indyfabz

Waiting for my ship to come in. Saw a bald eagle...

Waiting for my ship to come in. Saw a bald eagle this morning.

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Forum: Road Cycling
04-22-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By abshipp

Anyways, I'm going to give classic drops a try on...

Anyways, I'm going to give classic drops a try on my Holdsworth:

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Also...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 319
Posted By cyccommute

V-brakes and cantilever brakes are...

V-brakes and cantilever brakes are interchangeable with regards to the brake bosses. I’m rather surprised that Shimano didn’t require completely different brake bosses back in the 90s when linear...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-24, 09:40 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 25,635
Posted By Russ Roth

If the headset dies, not when. All my experiences...

If the headset dies, not when. All my experiences is that if the head tube is properly prepped, the headsets last forever.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-24, 09:00 PM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By rjones28

Today. ...

Today.

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Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-24, 08:57 PM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By rjones28

Yesterday. ...

Yesterday.

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Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-24, 05:59 PM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Nurburgring snow report:...

Nurburgring snow report:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-24, 04:29 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 780
Posted By tFUnK

You just want to put enough air for it to take...

You just want to put enough air for it to take shape. Like 3-4 strokes on a mini pump, or 1 stroke on a floor pump.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-24, 04:03 PM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By big john

From the 70s but this guy is still around. Jeff...

From the 70s but this guy is still around.
Jeff Lorber Fusion - Right Here - YouTube
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-24, 03:01 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 780
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

I had thought one of the differences between...

I had thought one of the differences between these and common butyl tubes was their inability to stretch much. As in the crossection/width had to match up pretty closely to that of the mounted tire....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-21-24, 02:03 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 780
Posted By mpetry912

suggest you use LESS pressure - just a few PSI -...

suggest you use LESS pressure - just a few PSI - when installing.

these tubes are quite stretchy

/markp
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-21-24, 12:51 PM
Replies: 5,344
Views: 844,162
Posted By Biker395

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Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-21-24, 07:41 AM
Replies: 5,344
Views: 844,162
Posted By Jumpski

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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 06:01 PM
Replies: 95
Views: 2,663
Posted By Aubergine

MikeDeason , read what Jan Heine has to say about...

MikeDeason , read what Jan Heine has to say about modern bikes and suspension. https://www.renehersecycles.com/paris-roubaix-one-bike-for-everything/

As I've said before, really all you need are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-24, 02:19 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 1,353
Posted By ScottCommutes

Excellent post. I understand how it can be hard...

Excellent post. I understand how it can be hard to find a bike that works for you at 6' 4" tall. See what others say, but my hunch would be to replace the rear cassette and resize chain only. May...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,110
Posted By john m flores

Wow, the end of an era for sure. It's funny,...

Wow, the end of an era for sure.

It's funny, but I think that Gen Zers might get a kick out of receiving and ordering from an old school printed catalog...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-24, 10:13 AM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By genejockey

Home again! 6 days away. 5 nights sleeping in...

Home again! 6 days away. 5 nights sleeping in hotel beds. Hours spent in airports. I understand there are people who do this sort of thing for a living. Yuck.

The Boys and Mrs. GJ had prepared...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-20-24, 09:57 AM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By BillyD

Heh, just wait until the little buggers become...

Heh, just wait until the little buggers become nursery school/kindergarten age, bringing home a sample disease from every other bugger in the class, one after another. The horror . . . .

My grand...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 117
Views: 3,716
Posted By Steve B.

That sounds correct. The Trek sizing guide for a...

That sounds correct. The Trek sizing guide for a 56 ETT bike is 81-85cm inseam. Thus the stock post is too long to fit what the Trek sizing guide says should be an appropriate fit. That longer...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 07:49 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,110
Posted By Fissile

Bike Nashbar used to be great, but it's no longer...

Bike Nashbar used to be great, but it's no longer an independent company and it hasn't been for some time. A lot of their house brand cycling apparel was reasonably priced and made in the USA. It...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-20-24, 04:17 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,110
Posted By BobG

:( I bought my Litespeed from them in 1998.

:( I bought my Litespeed from them in 1998.
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-20-24, 12:35 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,151
Posted By eshew

26" Still rocks! My favorite exercise bikes :) ...

26" Still rocks! My favorite exercise bikes :)
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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 10:20 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 3,716
Posted By Mtracer

Nice, bike. Congrats! I still encourage you...

Nice, bike. Congrats!

I still encourage you to put on the 28 mm GP 5000 tires. At a speed of 20 MPH, you would save around 20 W of power running GP 5000 S TR versus the Bontrager R3s (if that's...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 05:05 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 2,110
Posted By Steve B.

Sad to see Colorado closing, way back they were...

Sad to see Colorado closing, way back they were the Go-To online for decent wheels, they were very well built.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 04:08 PM
Replies: 117
Views: 3,716
Posted By Steve B.

Well, as follow up, I had to wait a few weeks as...

Well, as follow up, I had to wait a few weeks as I was out of the country, test rode and purchased this past Wed. Did my first official ride today. Paid for the seat post as the cost was too good to...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 01:37 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 1,255
Posted By merlinextraligh

In what universe? I do not recall seeing a new...

In what universe? I do not recall seeing a new bike with a triple for quite some time. Things are going the opposite direction, I’d bet dollars to donuts there are way more 1x’s sold today than...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 11:59 AM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By genejockey

Everyone under 35 looks 12 to me anymore. And...

Everyone under 35 looks 12 to me anymore. And they should get off my lawn.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-19-24, 10:32 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 836
Posted By Aubergine

it's crap tape mostly because it does not cover...

it's crap tape mostly because it does not cover the hole! What I would do is go to a bike shop and look for Velox cloth tape, although your shop might offer other types. I would not recommend either...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By indyfabz

Packing is coming along nicely. But poor...

Packing is coming along nicely.

But poor kitty is sad. He knows that panniers means dad is going away. My departed boy did as well.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-19-24, 06:37 AM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By BillyD

Well, off to see my ophthalmologist for my final...

Well, off to see my ophthalmologist for my final (probably) cataract post-op exam. Things turned out pretty well overall, although I still need glasses for reading, and I have to put up with the...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 06:50 PM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By abshipp

Nights like these are why I love road bikes. ...

Nights like these are why I love road bikes.

Decent B group with a dozen or so riders and 80 degrees with calm winds. Pretty sunset was the cherry on top.

Rode to the start and back home. Not...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 05:44 PM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By genejockey

Yesterday I got an email saying that the...

Yesterday I got an email saying that the brand-spankin' new reproduction Sante hoods for my Schwinn Circuit are enroute from Poland, and I can see myself shiver with antici
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Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 05:20 PM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By big john

R.I.P. Dickey Betts.

R.I.P. Dickey Betts.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 05:17 PM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By big john

Nice! I saw Herbie Hancock once in the 70s.It was...

Nice! I saw Herbie Hancock once in the 70s.It was a jazz festival (Newport,maybe) that was moved to Devonshire Downs at CSUN. It was cold and the crowd huddled together to pass wine bottles and...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By TMonk

Got a bit of a special show I'm seeing tonight....

Got a bit of a special show I'm seeing tonight. Can't believe he's still touring at his age! Amazing! Seen him twice before. Last time it was quite progressive/fusion, which is totally my vibe. I may...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 10:23 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 843
Posted By Koyote

I just carry these...

I just carry these (https://www.parktool.com/en-us/product/emergency-tire-boot-tb-2).
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 10:21 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 843
Posted By terrymorse

Roadside Tire Repair

After getting stuck with a damaged tire last year on Mt. Hamilton, 12 miles from my car (thank you, Good Samaritan, for picking me up), I determined to not get stuck in the same situation. Fool me...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-18-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 46
Views: 1,091
Posted By Iride01

Slower pace meaning a pace that keeps your...

Slower pace meaning a pace that keeps your average HR during the ride in Zone 3 or lower. If you are in a group and trying to keep up with a bunch of Sepp Kuss wanna be's, then you are doomed no...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 09:01 AM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By abshipp

There's a recently opened new section of...

There's a recently opened new section of singletrack in downtown that I finally went to yesterday. On an hour and a half 15 mile ride I was able to get in 8 miles of dirt, which is pretty sweet...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-18-24, 08:06 AM
Replies: 1,532
Views: 28,760
Posted By TMonk

We've been introducing solid foods to Liliana at...

We've been introducing solid foods to Liliana at ~6.5 months. She had broccoli in her diaper yesterday, so I'd say that's a success!
...
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