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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-20, 08:34 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 274
Posted By Pista Largo

Steel Pump peg in aluminum Santana, ca 2003

Is this frame safe to ride?


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Forum: Tandem Cycling
06-13-20, 09:51 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 710
Posted By Pista Largo

On inspection, the problem was trivial, and self inflicted

Our Santana team-ti came equipped with the big bengal disk brake. This morning the caliper starts to actuate and then makes a loud click and the cable relaxes instead of squeezing the rotor. Has...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-01-15, 04:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 6,002
Posted By Pista Largo

We have about 12000 miles on our Team-Ti exogrid,...

We have about 12000 miles on our Team-Ti exogrid, and have been extremely happy with it. I would recommend couplers, DI2 and the big disk brake. We've been happy with the rack provided by Santana.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
07-31-15, 09:06 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,829
Posted By Pista Largo

Ours came loose so I reattached them with...

Ours came loose so I reattached them with superglue. No problems since.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
09-19-13, 07:15 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 36,095
Posted By Pista Largo

Update: After 4000 miles have had two rear...

Update:
After 4000 miles have had two rear wheels fail. We are a 330 lb team, and there were no crashes or other drama associated with the failures. At a bit over 2000 miles, one of the little...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
11-05-12, 02:54 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 36,095
Posted By Pista Largo

Our new Santana came equipped with these wheels. ...

Our new Santana came equipped with these wheels. After 2000 miles, we are VERY happy with them.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-20-12, 10:02 AM
Replies: 60
Views: 4,695
Posted By Pista Largo

My stoker threatened to take my brake away if I...

My stoker threatened to take my brake away if I didn't quit using it so much.
Forum: Commuting
07-15-10, 02:48 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 36,787
Posted By Pista Largo

I run 28mm conti gatorskins at 120 PSI. They...

I run 28mm conti gatorskins at 120 PSI. They roll reasonably well, and in the 5000 miles I've been using this setup, I have NEVER had a pinch flat.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-01-10, 09:06 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 4,592
Posted By Pista Largo

okay so the consensus is that shorts and jerseys...

okay so the consensus is that shorts and jerseys (and presumably socks) get washed immediately. Gloves are frequently ignored until they can crawl to the laundry room and into the washing machine by...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-28-10, 11:29 AM
Replies: 102
Views: 4,592
Posted By Pista Largo

Clothes I commute in get worn for one day, then...

Clothes I commute in get worn for one day, then washed. Other than that it's wash-per-ride...except for gloves which, like some others here, i am inclined to let go far beyond reason
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
06-24-10, 11:02 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,162
Posted By Pista Largo

Race track! It's like a carnival ride.

Race track! It's like a carnival ride.
Forum: Professional Cycling For the Fans
06-24-10, 06:44 AM
Replies: 139
Views: 8,970
Posted By Pista Largo

I think there is an even chance he will DNF.

I think there is an even chance he will DNF.
Forum: Commuting
03-26-10, 02:52 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 6,350
Posted By Pista Largo

58, 115 miles/wk commuting.

58, 115 miles/wk commuting.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-20-10, 09:08 AM
Replies: 123
Views: 5,402
Posted By Pista Largo

Before retiring from track racing, I thought I...

Before retiring from track racing, I thought I had arrived when I could ride rollers no handed....until the day I saw a guy riding rollers no handed...and juggling.
Forum: Commuting
01-19-10, 09:53 AM
Replies: 52
Views: 11,120
Posted By Pista Largo

Forgive me if someone has already pointed out...

Forgive me if someone has already pointed out that back in the day, quill pedals/toeclips/strips were used with a slotted cleat. A lot of track racers still use this system. I remember lining up...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-31-09, 07:40 AM
Replies: 48
Views: 2,954
Posted By Pista Largo

For racing, randonneuring and any other seriously...

For racing, randonneuring and any other seriously spirited bicycle cavorting, any Krytox based lube is just fine. The commuting bike, the mountain bike and the tandem get paraffin.
Forum: Winter Cycling
12-07-09, 09:25 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,564
Posted By Pista Largo

+1 I love my AmFib tights. (No chamois) ...

+1 I love my AmFib tights. (No chamois) At this point, i wouldn't spend money on anything else. YMMV
Forum: Commuting
11-06-09, 08:15 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 6,005
Posted By Pista Largo

I have a topeak that I mounted underneath the...

I have a topeak that I mounted underneath the stem. I use it to carry a pair of 900 lumen Magicshine lights. It works pretty well there. It's more stable than on top of the handlebar.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
10-28-09, 07:15 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 10,282
Posted By Pista Largo

Don't sneeze.

Don't sneeze.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
10-05-09, 07:47 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,854
Posted By Pista Largo

DA 10 spd (7801?) Conti gatorskins 700x28. ...

DA 10 spd (7801?)
Conti gatorskins 700x28.
Always carry a chain tool, spare links and pins. (Just like spare tubes tire boot and inflata)
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-25-09, 07:57 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 3,148
Posted By Pista Largo

I did this, upgrading from 9 spd 105 (XT in back)...

I did this, upgrading from 9 spd 105 (XT in back) to 10 spd DA (XTR in back). I had a hard time finding a definitive answer as to whether I had to install new chainrings or not. The 9 speed rings...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-27-09, 07:25 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,008
Posted By Pista Largo

I remember the Crocheted Spenco gloves. Those...

I remember the Crocheted Spenco gloves. Those were the BEST gloves!! I mourn their passing. I haven't really been satisfied with anything since.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
06-26-09, 07:26 AM
Replies: 55
Views: 4,424
Posted By Pista Largo

Based on personal experience with my winter and...

Based on personal experience with my winter and summer commuting tires; If the 32s are studded nokians at 70 PSI and the 28s are conti gatorskins at 120 psi then the difference is huge.
Forum: Triathlon
05-27-09, 07:26 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,101
Posted By Pista Largo

Hmmm. Steve Hed made covers like that back in...

Hmmm.
Steve Hed made covers like that back in the 80's.
Forum: Commuting
05-26-09, 07:27 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 2,188
Posted By Pista Largo

I do 19 miles each way on a Salsa Casseroll. ...

I do 19 miles each way on a Salsa Casseroll. Stock 105 build. I've added a rack and Dinotte 400's front and back. Ride 28mm Conti Gatorskins at 120 PSI. It is a comfortable, well mannered ride,...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
05-14-09, 07:08 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 965
Posted By Pista Largo

Road Rash? Tegaderm. There is no substitute.

Road Rash?
Tegaderm. There is no substitute.
Forum: Commuting
05-12-09, 08:48 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,004
Posted By Pista Largo

Tough to compare the two. Selle San Marco is a...

Tough to compare the two. Selle San Marco is a saddle. Brooks is a religion.
Forum: Commuting
05-11-09, 10:57 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 1,237
Posted By Pista Largo

Nokian makes a variety of studded tires with...

Nokian makes a variety of studded tires with studs in a variety of configurations. The ones with lots of studs work pretty well, but they have enough rolling resistance that you will notice the...
Forum: Commuting
05-08-09, 02:01 PM
Replies: 83
Views: 4,038
Posted By Pista Largo

Lessee. My commute is 19 miles each way. I...

Lessee. My commute is 19 miles each way. I figure if i include maintenance and depreciation on my car, as well as fuel, the cost by car is about $10 / day.

Over the course of a year, I commute...
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
05-06-09, 07:25 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 7,667
Posted By Pista Largo

Somehow, "Miss and Out in Boise" sounds like a...

Somehow, "Miss and Out in Boise" sounds like a country-western title to me.
Forum: Track Cycling: Velodrome Racing and Training Area
05-04-09, 08:16 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 846
Posted By Pista Largo

brakes? What are these brakes of which you speak?

brakes? What are these brakes of which you speak?
Forum: Tandem Cycling
05-04-09, 08:02 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 16,440
Posted By Pista Largo

We are 400 lbs and have had good results with...

We are 400 lbs and have had good results with 700x28 gatorskins at 120 PSI. My only complaint is they seem to wear more quickly than the tires on the singles.
Forum: Commuting
05-04-09, 07:24 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,015
Posted By Pista Largo

I run my rear dinotte 400 in the...

I run my rear dinotte 400 in the "blink-blink-blink-blink-blink pause" mode. Cars generally give me a lot of room. I like this mode because I think it's the most annoying.
Forum: Commuting
04-28-09, 07:15 AM
Replies: 99
Views: 3,435
Posted By Pista Largo

19 miles each way. 1:20 going in, 1:15 coming...

19 miles each way. 1:20 going in, 1:15 coming home are typical. (Add 20 minutes each way for studded tires) There's not a good reason for coming home to be faster, it just is. Friday had...
Forum: Commuting
04-17-09, 08:10 AM
Replies: 132
Views: 13,290
Posted By Pista Largo

My commute takes me past a small island (Just...

My commute takes me past a small island (Just north of the 37th ave bridge for you Twin Cities types.) There are about 50 herons nesting there. In the morning they are sitting on their nests or...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-06-09, 08:55 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 978
Posted By Pista Largo

I remember doing this ride the first year that...

I remember doing this ride the first year that the start was moved from Wirth Park to Buffalo. I think it was '91. Temp was in the low to mid 40's all day. Occasional sprinkles in the morning gave...
Forum: Commuting
03-24-09, 08:28 AM
Replies: 119
Views: 4,895
Posted By Pista Largo

I think we should start using double space...

I think we should start using double space separated apostrophes for ' 'air quotes' '.
Forum: Commuting
03-24-09, 08:25 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 847
Posted By Pista Largo

I'm in love with my Salsa casseroll. It came in...

I'm in love with my Salsa casseroll. It came in at 1500 with the factory 105 build.
Forum: Commuting
03-18-09, 08:08 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,684
Posted By Pista Largo

I have a pair of PI knickers. I like 'em.

I have a pair of PI knickers. I like 'em.
Forum: Commuting
03-03-09, 08:45 AM
Replies: 555
Views: 38,654
Posted By Pista Largo

A. Nerd B. 20 miles each way. C. clean up and...

A. Nerd
B. 20 miles each way.
C. clean up and change clothes.
D. In "The Lab"
E. 10 years (not strictly consecutive)
F. 9 months. (This is Minnesota, those last 3 months are tough!)
Forum: Commuting
03-03-09, 08:01 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 3,296
Posted By Pista Largo

20 miles each way. Some road, some mup. 1 mile...

20 miles each way. Some road, some mup. 1 mile of incredibly horrible pothole and hazzard filled road. (Why is it the last bit before work is consistently the most unridable??) 700x28 Conti...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
02-16-09, 09:59 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 4,672
Posted By Pista Largo

I have never seen stem shifters on a decent bike.

I have never seen stem shifters on a decent bike.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-07-09, 09:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 968
Posted By Pista Largo

For years and years I have run tires that...

For years and years I have run tires that specified 120 PSI on the sidewall at 130 PSI. Never had a problem. Seemed to have fewer flats.
Forum: Tandem Cycling
02-07-09, 09:38 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,035
Posted By Pista Largo

We got our tandem rack from Old Man Mountain. I...

We got our tandem rack from Old Man Mountain. I told them it was for a Santana, and it arrived pre-adjusted.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-29-09, 12:58 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,474
Posted By Pista Largo

First race of the season here too....

First race of the season here too. http://www.cityoflakesloppet.com/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=96&Itemid=19 I'm pretty sure I"m gonna have a cramp or something.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-31-08, 02:19 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,265
Posted By Pista Largo

Oh...SMARThead. I thought you said GOAThead and...

Oh...SMARThead. I thought you said GOAThead and i was really confused....Never mind.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-29-08, 09:03 AM
Replies: 65
Views: 2,876
Posted By Pista Largo

Butt out!

Butt out!
Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets
12-29-08, 08:23 AM
Replies: 77
Views: 4,428
Posted By Pista Largo

I run dinnotte 400L front and back. I have been...

I run dinnotte 400L front and back. I have been more than satisfied, both with with the lights and with dinnotte's support.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-15-08, 03:46 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 3,384
Posted By Pista Largo

Me: Bianchi Carbon Road Bike. Track bike ...

Me:

Bianchi Carbon Road Bike.
Track bike
TT Bike
Mountain Bike
Commuter (Salsa Casseroll)

a couple of project bikes.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
12-15-08, 03:36 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 1,865
Posted By Pista Largo

We have about 16 saddles that are ON bicycles,...

We have about 16 saddles that are ON bicycles, about six in the saddle drawer of the bike parts dresser, and a couple floating around loose in the bicycle room.
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