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Forum: Utility Cycling
04-03-24, 07:44 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 834
Posted By R578645

Nice. I've saw a used rusted one with a non...

Nice. I've saw a used rusted one with a non original wheel for 20 bucks. Wasn't worth the gas to go get it though.
Curious what the dimensions are of the steel mesh bottom? Just outside L x W. ...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-11-24, 07:33 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 997
Posted By R578645

I've seen that one before. Amazing how small...

I've seen that one before. Amazing how small diameter the fork is. Then it goes to large diameter tubing. I need the platform.
Forum: Living Car Free
03-11-24, 06:57 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 997
Posted By R578645

I did some test pieces years ago. Just some T's...

I did some test pieces years ago. Just some T's with the pipe. Brazing didn't warp it. But the arc did if it was just on one side of the pipe. So I weld on both sides of pipe or reverse bend pipe...
Forum: Living Car Free
03-10-24, 06:40 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 997
Posted By R578645

Well it's not too pretty but at least I'll know...

Well it's not too pretty but at least I'll know which one is mine. Flux core is a pita.
...
Forum: Living Car Free
02-24-24, 04:18 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 997
Posted By R578645

Getting some warpage on welding the tubes. ...

Getting some warpage on welding the tubes. Didn't see anyone talk about it on the other diy trailers i've seen. Maybe that's why they didn't use real bearings on the head tube.
Forum: Living Car Free
02-18-24, 06:19 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 997
Posted By R578645

Found the hitch pin in the street. It seems to...

Found the hitch pin in the street. It seems to work. I like free stuff.

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/200x295/hitchpin1_2c38be89fac4b965f4257e023126cb31d738a715.jpg
Forum: Living Car Free
02-17-24, 06:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 997
Posted By R578645

I usually use panniers and a backpack. Never had...

I usually use panniers and a backpack. Never had a trailer. Might go with a 20 inch wheel. Hard to find any wheel used for cheap it seems. By the time you get the tire, tube,etc, its a 100 bucks....
Forum: Living Car Free
02-10-24, 10:26 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 997
Posted By R578645

One thing is that Diy doesn't save you much like...

One thing is that Diy doesn't save you much like it used to. You could just get a used trailer for probably cheaper then trying to build one. It's more of a hobby now.
Forum: Living Car Free
02-10-24, 09:58 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 997
Posted By R578645

Actually, it looks like they changed their hubs a...

Actually, it looks like they changed their hubs a couple of times looking at some old pictures. Ancient history now.
Forum: Living Car Free
02-10-24, 06:06 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 997
Posted By R578645

One wheel trailer DIY

I've been working on my diy trailer slowly during the winter. Not enough to post a pic yet though. I haven't got the 16" wheel yet though. I was curious about the bearing size for the wheel of the...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
06-17-14, 10:23 PM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,775
Posted By R578645

Cycling teams - how does the team owner profit or afford?

In a world that revolves around money, there must be a reason why there are so many cycling teams. Is it a tax deduction? There must be a huge write-off somewhere. If its advertising, its...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-13, 06:53 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,636
Posted By R578645

I guess you don't have to wash those if you have...

I guess you don't have to wash those if you have a moustache.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-13-13, 12:54 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,636
Posted By R578645

I remove/wash out the pad after most rides if its...

I remove/wash out the pad after most rides if its sweaty. Stick it back on again. All pads will stink after awhile.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-12-13, 09:18 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,636
Posted By R578645

Its just called headliner at Joannes fabric...

Its just called headliner at Joannes fabric store:
350495
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-13, 10:11 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,823
Posted By R578645

I usually avoid places like "trails" that attract...

I usually avoid places like "trails" that attract dogs on cords, walkers, kids on scooters, etc.....
Walkers in the bike lanes can be irritating also. Some won't move out of the way. Others don't...
Forum: Road Cycling
10-31-13, 09:53 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,639
Posted By R578645

Made it to 2400 street miles.

Made it to 2400 street miles.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
09-03-13, 05:19 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,439
Posted By R578645

Wow.

Wow.
Forum: Commuting
09-03-13, 02:21 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,307
Posted By R578645

Actually you can blame everyone for having too...

Actually you can blame everyone for having too much sex and overpopulating the city causing big box's to come in to feed the masses. Imagine standing in line at a small "mom and pop" store with the...
Forum: Commuting
09-02-13, 09:49 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,307
Posted By R578645

I haven't used a tree to lock up yet but I've...

I haven't used a tree to lock up yet but I've used mailboxes, lightpoles, building columns........... Our bike shops have racks to park at. I don't park at high risk locations.
Forum: Commuting
09-02-13, 10:31 AM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,307
Posted By R578645

The expensive food is over at Savemart. They...

The expensive food is over at Savemart. They like Pro Sports and stadiums and that's what your paying for when your hungry. They have bike racks and a recyling center around the corner that...
Forum: Commuting
09-01-13, 07:20 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,307
Posted By R578645

Its a brand new store in a better location. ...

Its a brand new store in a better location. They got a lot of food there and some cheap ice cream. All it needs is a bike rack.
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-13, 04:50 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,636
Posted By R578645

Update: My foam is working just fine!

Update: My foam is working just fine!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-01-13, 04:47 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,639
Posted By R578645

I'm at 2004 miles on the tires now. Did 35 miles...

I'm at 2004 miles on the tires now. Did 35 miles today. Railroad tracks, bad pavement, raised cracks, etc...................................I carried a spare tire though just in case!
Forum: Commuting
09-01-13, 03:48 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 6,307
Posted By R578645

Does your local store have a bike rack?

I have 3 Walmarts that I ride my bike to depending where I'm at. Two of them have little kiddie grade school type bike racks that aren't even bolted to the ground. The new store doesn't have...
Forum: Road Cycling
08-11-13, 09:03 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,639
Posted By R578645

Here is Vectran compared to regular sewing...

Here is Vectran compared to regular sewing thread:

334014

334013
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-13, 04:17 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,639
Posted By R578645

Here's my rubber snuff. 333916

Here's my rubber snuff.
333916
Forum: Road Cycling
08-10-13, 01:36 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,639
Posted By R578645

Yes, I've been riding these tires on the street....

Yes, I've been riding these tires on the street. Got 1800 miles so far. Don't worry about having flat protection. Most of that is just marketing. Glass and thorns go through most any tire. ...
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-25-13, 06:37 PM
Replies: 56
Views: 3,864
Posted By R578645

Do you guys really get free bikes or is it just a...

Do you guys really get free bikes or is it just a good discount? What about the top of the line TT bikes? You get those free too?
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-24-13, 07:53 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 12,201
Posted By R578645

I would just find out where the money ends up. ...

I would just find out where the money ends up. Then work there on the side.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-24-13, 07:37 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 12,201
Posted By R578645

So if the racers are not making much money, then...

So if the racers are not making much money, then where is all the money going from entry fees? It seems like a huge amount.
Forum: "The 33"-Road Bike Racing
07-24-13, 09:21 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 12,201
Posted By R578645

Usa Cycling - How much money do you really win?

Can someone explain the payout for an event? I don't see much talk about it. It looks like only the top 3 get paid for each category.
But how do they figure out how much?
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
06-27-13, 10:56 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,211
Posted By R578645

Bike Rage vs Truck

The guy got it on video.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2oDRlT56cHk
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-13, 04:11 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 19,849
Posted By R578645

I simulate hills using leg press machine. Lots...

I simulate hills using leg press machine. Lots of reps. Then do time trial. Seems to help for part of the way. The roads are in terrible shape getting to the hills so I don't do hills much. ...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-03-13, 01:12 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 19,849
Posted By R578645

Mmmm. All I know is I can do a flat time trial...

Mmmm.
All I know is I can do a flat time trial and get 25mph. I guess that's slow compared to 30mph.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-02-13, 10:09 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 19,849
Posted By R578645

I choose not to play with gravity at constant...

I choose not to play with gravity at constant wattage - Uphill (too slow) or Downhill (too fast). I power up on the flats while everyone is conserving for the hills.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-13, 09:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,636
Posted By R578645

Picture of my $7 foam.

Picture of my $7 foam.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-13, 11:34 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,636
Posted By R578645

Already checked that. The LBS has nothing! They...

Already checked that. The LBS has nothing! They will just sell you a new helmet.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
05-31-13, 10:36 PM
Replies: 62
Views: 5,439
Posted By R578645

Bump. 2013 now. Any new video cameras out...

Bump. 2013 now.
Any new video cameras out there that people are using?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-31-13, 10:02 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 12,636
Posted By R578645

I just bought some "headliner" fabric down at...

I just bought some "headliner" fabric down at Joanne's fabric. Same stuff. It doesn't have the fancy mesh that usually falls off anyway. It sticks fine to the velcro. Got enough for the rest of...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-13, 03:52 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,737
Posted By R578645

I'm talking about the ratchet. But might as well...

I'm talking about the ratchet. But might as well talk about the rest also. It's all good to know.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-13, 03:03 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,737
Posted By R578645

When I first put the new chain on I had slipping...

When I first put the new chain on I had slipping of some sort all over the place. I didn't have enough oil on it. So I put lots of oil on it and in the freewheel body. It did get better but...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-13, 02:36 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,737
Posted By R578645

I just changed my chain also. Got 8000 miles and...

I just changed my chain also. Got 8000 miles and 1/16" stretch. I've had different freewheel bodys on the bike though.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-27-13, 02:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,737
Posted By R578645

How many miles out of a freewheel?

How many miles do you get out of a freewheel? Mines slipping a little more then usual. It's a older suntour model.
Forum: Road Cycling
03-15-13, 07:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 508
Posted By R578645

Thanks for the reply's. According to that...

Thanks for the reply's. According to that calculator, the temperatures I ride in wouldn't have much of an effect on the bike performance if they are going by bearings,grease, etc. So its just the...
Forum: Road Cycling
03-14-13, 09:15 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 508
Posted By R578645

Time Trial speed seasonal fluctuation

How much avg speed do you loose or gain according to season or month? Jan,Feb,March etc.....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
02-25-13, 05:42 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 1,144
Posted By R578645

I've had this for 10+ years. I didn't have...

I've had this for 10+ years. I didn't have surgery. I was told that even after surgery, the ligament that they cut will try to reattach itself/grow back and then you will have pain again. They...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-23-13, 11:02 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,202
Posted By R578645

3mph slower for me too. Temps around low 50's

3mph slower for me too. Temps around low 50's
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-13, 10:43 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 4,836
Posted By R578645

Handlebar tape.

Handlebar tape.
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