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Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-05-23, 07:21 PM
Replies: 9,056
Views: 3,120,995
Posted By Miradaman

Love your Timberline. here's mine. ...

Love your Timberline. here's mine.
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Forum: Mountain Biking
10-07-23, 11:36 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,808
Posted By Miradaman

At my local trail system (I'm in the Midwest so...

At my local trail system (I'm in the Midwest so it's not extreme, but it's still fun), I will occasionally see guys with bikes like yours having quite a good time. A few weeks ago when I was out...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-29-23, 09:17 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 4,808
Posted By Miradaman

Hey, don't you know you're wasting your time and...

Hey, don't you know you're wasting your time and you're not a "real" cyclist if you have anything less than a $2000 bike?

It's a hobby, not an investment. It's not supposed to be financially...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-23, 12:20 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,866
Posted By Miradaman

It's a Specialized Henge. Bought it NOS from a...

It's a Specialized Henge. Bought it NOS from a bike parts hoarder guy near my house. It's a mountain bike saddle, so that might be part of the problem..didn't know that when I bought it. Hits me all...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-23, 09:51 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,866
Posted By Miradaman

That's exactly the problem. There are "thousands...

That's exactly the problem. There are "thousands upon thousands available in the market place" and I don't want to buy one and discover it sucks once I start using it. Was hoping for someone with...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-11-23, 09:32 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,866
Posted By Miradaman

Budget saddle recommendations?

Hi folks, wanted to swap out my saddle for something more comfortable without spending a lot of money. Budget is $40-$50, less is good too. Bike is used for longer recreational rides. Thanks!
Forum: Classic & Vintage
09-07-23, 02:25 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By Miradaman

A nice looking "Scott" road bike, a deal at only...

A nice looking "Scott" road bike, a deal at only $450......
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-23, 09:33 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 1,819
Posted By Miradaman

I seem to recall reading somewhere that a...

I seem to recall reading somewhere that a correctly set bike computer is more accurate than a GPS app. I use an app as a backup (and to record my route), but defer to my bike computer for my...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-17-23, 07:18 AM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By Miradaman

I like how he replaced the saddle with a little...

I like how he replaced the saddle with a little table holding a potted plant...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-23, 07:15 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,102
Posted By Miradaman

Must depend on the severity. Mine was diagnosed...

Must depend on the severity. Mine was diagnosed early and I have no problems breathing when doing any sort of cardio workout.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-17-23, 07:12 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 1,102
Posted By Miradaman

I was diagnosed with Barret's in 2018. Acid...

I was diagnosed with Barret's in 2018. Acid reflux/chronic heartburn is nothing to screw around with. I've been on pantoprazole ever since and it's been a game-changer. No more reflux and heartburn...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-14-23, 03:44 PM
Replies: 22,328
Views: 4,642,495
Posted By Miradaman

Vintage Schwinn racing bike that wants to go...

Vintage Schwinn racing bike that wants to go FAST...
...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-13-23, 11:02 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 429
Posted By Miradaman

Co-Op DRT hardtails have mounting points. Looks...

Co-Op DRT hardtails have mounting points. Looks like the DRT 1.2 is going for a hair under $700 these days. 2x 22/36 up front, 11/36 in back, hydraulic brakes, seems like a decent deal for entry...
Forum: Mountain Biking
02-09-23, 10:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 756
Posted By Miradaman

Used is your only option for that price point. ...

Used is your only option for that price point.

EDIT: Though Bikes Online has one on sale for under $1000. I know nothing about full-suspension bikes, so I have no idea if it's any good......
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-12-22, 12:02 PM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,073
Posted By Miradaman

I wouldn't recommend department store junk. To a...

I wouldn't recommend department store junk. To a beginner I'd recommend finding a used lower mid-range name brand bike. Something like a used Giant Talon. They can be had with hydraulic brakes and...
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-12-22, 11:47 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,073
Posted By Miradaman

Corcoransheeran, if you are just interested in...

Corcoransheeran, if you are just interested in trying the sport for the first time, and are not at a level where you're doing big drops, jumps or anything extreme, a used hardtail would be just fine....
Forum: Mountain Biking
12-12-22, 11:36 AM
Replies: 70
Views: 4,073
Posted By Miradaman

Someone who is interested in trying trails for...

Someone who is interested in trying trails for the first time doesn't need a $1000 bike.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-22, 01:40 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,562
Posted By Miradaman

I think that style was standard equipment for a...

I think that style was standard equipment for a lot of dept store "road" bikes in the 70s. They were originally positioned so the drop end portion was parallel to the road. I turned them up to the...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
11-30-22, 10:59 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,562
Posted By Miradaman

https://cimg3.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Got this for free, used it for a local errand runner for a couple months and it...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-28-22, 05:07 PM
Replies: 171
Views: 6,634
Posted By Miradaman

At the end of the day, wasn't a hybrid from its...

At the end of the day, wasn't a hybrid from its inception just a modernized cruiser bike? Basically an updated Schwinn Suburban with more gears and a flatbar handlebar?
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-26-22, 05:23 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,396
Posted By Miradaman

Finally took my first ride with the PNW pedals,...

Finally took my first ride with the PNW pedals, did 15 miles at my local singletrack today. Fantastic upgrade, night and day over the stock pedals. Much larger surface area for your foot plus lots of...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-22, 08:01 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 539
Posted By Miradaman

Yeah, I knew it was a quality bike and it looks...

Yeah, I knew it was a quality bike and it looks like good fun. Hoping it fits me though, it's gigantic, 58 at least, maybe bigger. I intend to take it for a decent ride and see how it works for me....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-22, 04:34 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 539
Posted By Miradaman

Also, in terms of components it does look to...

Also, in terms of components it does look to still be stock.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-22, 04:33 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 539
Posted By Miradaman

I was wondering what those weird rubber inserts...

I was wondering what those weird rubber inserts were. Looks like they're in the seat post too.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-22, 04:20 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 539
Posted By Miradaman

Just curious about the specs and the frame...

Just curious about the specs and the frame design. Thanks for correcting the model year and the link.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-22, 03:12 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 539
Posted By Miradaman

ok, is this enough to go by?

ok, is this enough to go by?
Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-22, 03:09 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 539
Posted By Miradaman

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Forum: Road Cycling
11-11-22, 02:36 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 539
Posted By Miradaman

2007(?) Specialized Allez Elite

Just acquired a very nice example of this and know nothing about it, other that it appears to my untrained eyes to possibly be some sort of triathalon bike. Not finding a lot of information online....
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-23-22, 10:06 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,396
Posted By Miradaman

Thanks, I ordered a pair of these. Price was...

Thanks, I ordered a pair of these. Price was right and I liked the fact they had 11 pins instead of the standard 8.
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-23-22, 07:50 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,396
Posted By Miradaman

Thanks guys. Browsed on amazon for these and...

Thanks guys. Browsed on amazon for these and noticed a cheaper knockoff brand called Fooker. Anybody know if those are any good? or am I better off spending the extra dough for Race Face?
Forum: Mountain Biking
10-22-22, 05:19 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,396
Posted By Miradaman

Good, but not too expensive, flat pedal recommendations?

Howdy folks, was hoping to upgrade from the stock pedals on my Co-Op DRT. I ride reasonably aggressively and my feet will occasionally slip off/get bounced off the stock pedals. The key thing for me...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-22, 12:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 243
Posted By Miradaman

It's a Giant Fathom, 2018 or maybe 2017, I'm...

It's a Giant Fathom, 2018 or maybe 2017, I'm storing it for a friend who currently doesn't have room for it and who doesn't mind if I use it. Dropper post seems to be Giant branded, from what I could...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-22, 06:41 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 243
Posted By Miradaman

Seat rotates in dropper post

Howdy folks, quick mtb question. How do I stop a seat post from rotating within the dropper housing? The dropper itself is rock solid in the seat tube and does not move. The post has about 2 or 3mm...
Forum: Mountain Biking
09-14-22, 09:00 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,411
Posted By Miradaman

Nice! Like the color-coordinated stem too. I've...

Nice! Like the color-coordinated stem too. I've got a 90s-era GT myself, great bikes plus I love the look. Put many miles on mine riding (tame) Midwestern singletrack and dirt/limestone paths
Forum: Road Cycling
07-06-22, 11:19 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,172
Posted By Miradaman

Checked it out on their website and looks like a...

Checked it out on their website and looks like a good deal at that price. How's the overall quality? Always wondered if the budget end BD bikes were too good to be true...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-22, 09:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 403
Posted By Miradaman

I'm pretty good about keeping up the air pressure...

I'm pretty good about keeping up the air pressure and have never ridden it on a flat. Tires seem solid otherwise so I think you might be right, I'll assume they've got a fair amount of life left....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-01-22, 08:47 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 403
Posted By Miradaman

Tire Deterioration

Ok, not the greatest photo but best I could do so bear with me. The tires on my road bike have developed a sort of separation along a seam near the rim. Look close and you can see how the screwdriver...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-13-22, 08:01 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,172
Posted By Miradaman

It's actually not a Walmart bike, it's an...

It's actually not a Walmart bike, it's an independent brand that sells bikes through Walmart. Almost pulled the trigger on a non-disc RC120 last month when Walmart had them on sale for $378. Ended up...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-22, 09:55 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,867
Posted By Miradaman

What am I trying to get to? The chain and...

What am I trying to get to? The chain and cassette on my 420 are original and quite worn out. I like the bike enough to replace both if it improves performance. As of now shifts tend to be rough and...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-02-22, 09:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,867
Posted By Miradaman

Yeah, the 420 is a great bike as far as Im...

Yeah, the 420 is a great bike as far as Im concerned. Plus I like riding vintage. I'm more inclined to upgrade it up than buy a new bike. As I stated earlier, I'm not at all concerned with weight and...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-01-22, 01:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,867
Posted By Miradaman

Yeah, all my road biking to date has taken place...

Yeah, all my road biking to date has taken place in Midwestern states, so no mountains here. And I've never been interested in sprints. For the most part, I'll do a couple 20-mile rides a week for...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-30-22, 10:18 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,614
Posted By Miradaman

Maybe not a "right", but if he spent real money...

Maybe not a "right", but if he spent real money on a bike that the seller grossly misrepresented for the purpose of swindling the buyer, he sure as heck should call the guy out on his BS. I know I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-30-22, 10:02 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,867
Posted By Miradaman

Yeah, I realize a full upgrade would be costly....

Yeah, I realize a full upgrade would be costly. I'm thinking of simply starting with a new cassette and chain and seeing how much of a difference that makes — both are original and pretty worn. I...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-22, 06:17 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,867
Posted By Miradaman

Yeah, I can do a bit on my own. And for $388 even...

Yeah, I can do a bit on my own. And for $388 even if I pay the local bike shop to assemble and tune it still would be a deal. I'm torn between getting something like this and upgrading the drivetrain...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-29-22, 03:22 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 3,867
Posted By Miradaman

Is the Decathlon Triban RC120 an acceptable entry level road bike?

Saw it on Walmart.com for $388. I know nothing about these and had always assumed they were some sort of Walmart exclusive "BSO" but discovered they're a real brand. Anybody know anything about...
Forum: Mountain Biking
04-29-22, 12:21 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 6,966
Posted By Miradaman

They should still be a thing. I find them...

They should still be a thing. I find them massively useful on challenging climbs.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-22, 01:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,711
Posted By Miradaman

A bike co-op...that's something I didn't think of...

A bike co-op...that's something I didn't think of either. I'll have to look into that too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-22, 01:23 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,711
Posted By Miradaman

Yeah, I was just now at the local shop picking up...

Yeah, I was just now at the local shop picking up tires and brake pads for a different project and I asked the guy about my Trek. That was pretty much his suggestion - put on a new cassette and chain...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-23-22, 08:09 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,711
Posted By Miradaman

Great advice, thank you all. As I suspected an...

Great advice, thank you all. As I suspected an upgrade won't be as easy as slapping on a couple of new derailleurs and cassette, and I'm not inclined to spend big money an a rather ordinary old bike....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-22-22, 10:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,711
Posted By Miradaman

Yeah, I was wondering if just a new cassette and...

Yeah, I was wondering if just a new cassette and chain was viable for a bike of this vintage, and was enough to make a difference...
Tires, tubes, seat, seatpost, cables, housing and brake pads I...
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