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Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-22-24, 09:36 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,020
Posted By pnwgopher

If it fits 35s, ride 35s!

If it fits 35s, ride 35s!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-24, 07:51 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,020
Posted By squirtdad

don't know it this will help but here is what 32...

don't know it this will help but here is what 32 look like on my kirk. Rims are H+Son archetypes
...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 11:42 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 686
Posted By RCMoeur

Gold anodized rims AND hubs! Sweet! Those...

Gold anodized rims AND hubs! Sweet!

Those are great photos. All my pix from that era were taken using a 110 camera and can barely make out what is going on.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-04-24, 11:26 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 686
Posted By cyccommute

Vintage mountain bikes before they became vintage

I've embarked on a project to scan old photos and certain gems keep popping up. Back in 1984, as a new mountain biker (everyone was "new" then), this add jumped out of the pages of Bicycling...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 530
Posted By phughes

You may want to concider simply replacing that...

You may want to concider simply replacing that rivet. It really isn't difficult. Brooks even has a video showing how to do it.

https://youtu.be/Q6gAPCqdO-Y?si=THuM9GjeD03EtT0s
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-20-24, 07:55 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 530
Posted By Andrew R Stewart

Look up Brian(?) Firth's "shop" that just showed...

Look up Brian(?) Firth's "shop" that just showed at the Philly Bike Expo. He's done a lot of Brooks saddle work. Firth & Wilson Transport Cycles | Phila. PA (https://www.transportcycle.com/) Andy
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-19-24, 07:43 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 5,572
Posted By Rick

stevel610: Bike24 doesn't ship some brands that...

stevel610: Bike24 doesn't ship some brands that are on there sight. They do have live inventory, so if you order the last one it will ship to you. They use DHL to USPS. The slow part is usually at...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-18-24, 07:39 PM
Replies: 150
Views: 5,572
Posted By Russ Roth

Rei tends to price things a little high, finding...

Rei tends to price things a little high, finding these around 70.00 isn't too hard most of the time, but with a little time and patience they pop up as sale items on a regular basis for 50.00. Buying...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
03-05-24, 05:33 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,191
Posted By Bianchigirll

Everyone meet Samantha Reno! **Bianchi Content**

So there I was mindig my own business and browsing Marketplace and what do I see a decent looking better quality Bianchi for what? Whait where is that? Really? A good looking Campanutella equipped...
Forum: Folding Bikes
02-25-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 952
Posted By jfouellette

Front Wald basket installation on my Minivelo

I was looking for some additional carrying ability. The installation went well. I added some temporary metal extensions to the struts so they could reach the eyelets on the fork. Note the black...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-24, 09:40 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 863
Posted By smurfy

Just Back From The Paint Shop

Got it back yesterday. My '88 Schwinn Traveler with new cherry-red powder coat. Shout out to K & G Bicycles of Kettering, OH for offering this service. I will be building it up as a 650B conversion...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-21-24, 06:17 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,629
Posted By SoSmellyAir

Continental Grand Prix Urban Continental...

Continental Grand Prix Urban

Continental Grand Prix Urban 700c Tire [0101575] (biketiresdirect.com) (https://www.biketiresdirect.com/product/continental-grand-prix-urban-700c-tire)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-18-24, 02:28 AM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,797
Posted By choddo

Also five cheap tyres costs the same as one...

Also five cheap tyres costs the same as one expensive one and you don’t get a mid-ride blowout on the latter. 4seasons or gatorskins last a looooong time.

I have a pair of the Conti Ultras...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-24, 07:03 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,797
Posted By HelpSingularity

At least the first two images show very...

At least the first two images show very inexpensive tires. IME they literally will fall apart, they will do exactly what you are experiencing. There is a reason why some tires are $10 and some are...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-17-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 1,797
Posted By veganbikes

Low initial cost tires are that way for a reason....

Low initial cost tires are that way for a reason. You are buying something to get you by until you can get a decent tire and made quickly and without much regard to quality. Decent tires are less...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-13-24, 08:44 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,050
Posted By Lucillle

I have a single speed and like it, as one of my...

I have a single speed and like it, as one of my bikes. OP, I think you are spending needless time justifying your choices. If you like it, ride it.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-13-24, 07:02 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 569
Posted By PhilFo

Keeping a freewheel lubed with the correct oil...

Keeping a freewheel lubed with the correct oil will help keep the noise down both from the pawls and wear over time. They should only have a good thick oil in them like a hypoid gear oil or Phil Wood...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-12-24, 06:54 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,281
Posted By steelbikeguy

I've been happy with the Casio SGW500H, which is...

I've been happy with the Casio SGW500H, which is a digital watch with hands as well as a small digital display. It also has an internal compass that uses a watch hand to point to north, and a...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-12-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 741
Posted By CoogansBluff

Unfortunately I'm out of town for 3 weeks. Backup...

Unfortunately I'm out of town for 3 weeks. Backup bike is 6 hours away. :(
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-11-24, 03:52 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 569
Posted By 1970bikes

Hmmmm, I have a Suntour Winner Pro 6 speed...

Hmmmm,
I have a Suntour Winner Pro 6 speed cluster that is super quiet as I presume the PO stuffed it full of grease.
This is despite Suntour warning specifically not to do this.

Works fine...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-11-24, 03:28 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 569
Posted By veganbikes

Quiet, unsure? Most of the quality ones are going...

Quiet, unsure? Most of the quality ones are going to be louder because of how they work. More points of engagement generally leads to a higher quality freewheel but those extra points of engagement...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
02-09-24, 08:50 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,535
Posted By tomato coupe

Ah yes, racing against other cyclists that don't...

Ah yes, racing against other cyclists that don't know it's a race is a time-honored tradition.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-03-24, 10:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,050
Posted By bwilli88

Makes for more fun rides 😉 ...

Makes for more fun rides 😉
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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-30-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,157
Posted By wheelreason

LOL. When folks bring in "pedals that won't come...

LOL. When folks bring in "pedals that won't come off" I sit and shoot the **** with the mechanic for a few, if I roll the bike back, and roll it back out in one motion, folks feel they ddidn't get...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-30-24, 12:26 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,157
Posted By wheelreason

Hit it with some penetrating oil from both sides,...

Hit it with some penetrating oil from both sides, cut the axle, and hit it with an impact wrench or tack a long bar on it and twist. A little fire will loosen it up too...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
01-02-24, 02:55 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 604
Posted By daywood

1978 Free Spirit Re-refresh

I recently repainted the Free Spirit that I've had since my wife bought it for my first birthday after we tied the knot. (Mount St. Helens blew on my birthday a year after that, but I'm reasonably...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-29-23, 04:06 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 798
Posted By Murray Missile

Some pics, lots of oddballs and little things...

Some pics, lots of oddballs and little things still need dealt with but the bulk of it is nestled snug in it's bed.
...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-21-23, 02:03 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 609
Posted By Wildwood

Winter Solstice rides or pics? Share

We celebrate the coming Summer willing to cede the Moon her temporary dark reign.

But I will take a late December sunny day. Even one very low in the sky. :thumb:

Only a short ride, much to do...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
12-12-23, 01:30 PM
Replies: 83,260
Views: 14,163,807
Posted By '02 nrs

$450. Trek850 / Mays Landing, NJ

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/310548084777961...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-11-23, 02:01 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,442
Posted By bblair

Thank you! My wife thinks I am nuts because...

Thank you!

My wife thinks I am nuts because I have 6.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-05-23, 09:12 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 3,442
Posted By Wildwood

The most I ever had road ready was only about...

The most I ever had road ready was only about half your stated goal. By C&V standards not exactly ‘well curated’. The vintage all Euro, brifter bikes by smaller American builders.

I like to see...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-26-23, 08:34 AM
Replies: 321
Views: 95,458
Posted By Tango1

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

https://cimg1.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_5127_8ba9af028d02afbc94e1a3842249325d683a74a6.jpeg
Update on the 970 - converted to single speed with studded tires for snow duty....
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-25-23, 01:11 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 868
Posted By LesterOfPuppets

Bikes found in Target, etc began putting 28"...

Bikes found in Target, etc began putting 28" callouts on their hybrid bikes a few years ago here in the USA also.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-18-23, 08:20 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,413
Posted By Jeff Wills

If you’re looking for budget-friendly 700C rims,...

If you’re looking for budget-friendly 700C rims, it’s hard to go wrong with Sun CR-18. Easily available in 36-hole and either polished or silver anodized.
I don’t know if these can be made...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-14-23, 09:59 AM
Replies: 202
Views: 8,158
Posted By indyfabz

And some of them will drop you like a bad habit. ...

And some of them will drop you like a bad habit.

I was doing an MS charity ride out that way. An Amish teen got mixed up in the crowd for a bit. She was wearing a dress, one of those white hair...
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
11-04-23, 10:09 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,094
Posted By squirtdad

Consider friction thumb shifters....easy access, ...

Consider friction thumb shifters....easy access, easy to use

these are basic ones https://velo-orange.com/products/falcon-friction-thumb-shifters
Forum: Alt Bike Culture
11-04-23, 11:36 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,094
Posted By capnjonny

My first advice is to find a friendly bike co op...

My first advice is to find a friendly bike co op in your area and start volunteering with them. There you will probably find boxes and boxes of used wheels, shifters and any other thing you might...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-10-23, 05:22 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 835
Posted By SoCaled

C&V solution - Stick a map on your wall with...

C&V solution - Stick a map on your wall with thumb tacks. Cross off or highlight areas after you ride them. Only half kidding, this is how I got to know New Orleans, on foot, pre-internet.
Forum: Commuting
10-06-23, 01:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 797
Posted By fooferdoggie

You know you're a serious commuter when

I had a little fridge in my shop and every shared a regular fridge where I put my groceries I got when I grabbed lunch. then I would have to empty my bag in it then fill it back up when I left. so...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
09-11-23, 01:12 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,141
Posted By Colorado Kid

Carbon Fiber will not solve your problem! On a...

Carbon Fiber will not solve your problem! On a bicycle, CF is fragile stuff. How fragile? A few years ago one of the bigger teams were in the tour, in a Time Trial no less. All was going well until...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
09-10-23, 03:47 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,053
Posted By bwilli88

I rather like my Schwalbe Big Apples. 700cx50mm ...

I rather like my Schwalbe Big Apples. 700cx50mm
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Forum: Folding Bikes
09-04-23, 10:36 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,104
Posted By jfouellette

Remise of minivelo frame

Since getting my Silverock minivelo, I’ve had this extra frame. I decided to use some parts I’ve accumulated. The New parts are the tires, handlebar, grips, extender, câbles and friction shifter....
Forum: Road Cycling
08-31-23, 01:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,924
Posted By Iride01

Stated tire width by the manufacturer doesn't...

Stated tire width by the manufacturer doesn't include the rubber on the outside of the casing is what I always heard. As well the pressure you pump them up to will make some difference.

I...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-23, 08:31 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 9,227
Posted By datlas

This. Find some local climbs and get to work!

This. Find some local climbs and get to work!
Forum: Road Cycling
08-28-23, 08:16 AM
Replies: 195
Views: 9,227
Posted By big john

The simplest, cheapest way to improve your...

The simplest, cheapest way to improve your climbing is to climb lots. Obviously your weight is a limiting factor but to do the best with what you have do some long climbing rides.
When you do a lot...
Forum: Touring
08-22-23, 03:11 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,084
Posted By indyfabz

PSA: REI’s Labor Day Sale starts Friday. Includes...

PSA: REI’s Labor Day Sale starts Friday. Includes 25% of all Big Agnes gear and 30% of the Half Down SL tent. Sale good until 9/4. Shop early for the best selection.


But wait! There’s more! 25%...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-20-23, 05:10 PM
Replies: 61
Views: 3,733
Posted By bblair

Maybe we have different replacement criteria. I...

Maybe we have different replacement criteria. I usually wait until the wear dimples are almost, but not quite gone. That said, Conti 4000 or 5000 last me well over 5000 miles.

The specs: mostly...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-23, 04:10 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,111
Posted By SpeedofLite

40 Years Ago: August 1983 in Bicycling magazine

Articles/Columns included in this post are:
INSIDE BICYCLING (editorial) "And the Winner Is..."
"Where Do Bicycles Come From?" (a look at the bicycle industry structure)
TECHNICAL Q&A

The...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-14-23, 11:02 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 800
Posted By Broctoon

Off topic comment, but OP, I see your dog enjoys...

Off topic comment, but OP, I see your dog enjoys the same type of ball as mine. She especially prefers the Chuckit brand, in Medium size. I throw them with a Chuckit stick, and they are her favorite...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-08-23, 10:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 959
Posted By SkinGriz

Do whatever you want. ETA so long as you’re...

Do whatever you want. ETA so long as you’re following the golden rule.

Be respectful and feign ignorance if caught.
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