Derp - forgot an important point:
American bikes used thick tubing in small diameters (and often Ashtabula's thick, heavy forks,) while European and Japanese bikes used thin tubing in large diameters. Over time everyone has mostly shifted over to European-style tubing, which is why a BMX 7/8" (thin tube*, thin steer tube) and a Schwinn 1" (thick headset tube, thick steer tube) use the same stem. However, a 1" BMX headset will probably fit your bike.

*or extremely thick tube with the same inner diameter for making "sweet jumps"

More confusion: Schwinn used European parts on their high-end bikes, and by the 70s they were selling Japanese-built bikes as their own. If you go the eBay route, be aware that a Schwinn quill may or may not be the right size for your bike.
While some think "ABS" means a part was made by Ashtabula, it really means "anti-lock brake system." If you want to do some sw33t skidz, you should remove those parts immediately and throw them in the trash. Especially Stingray forks. ;)

You're still giving bad advice. He's not looking for a headset, he's looking for a shorter stem - and unless he gets a new headset and fork, he'll still need a 21.1 quill.

Double derp. I meant to say 7/8" BMX and 1" Schwinn use the same -quill- size (21.1,) so he may be able to find something compatible. Unless you know something I don't.

Scrod, so I picked up my fathers Cannondale mountain bike, and it's in pretty bomb condition. Decided to not fix what's not broken. Only problem is (other than reflectors galore) the bike comes with OnGuard locking skewers on the rear and front wheels and the seat post clamp. And of course, there's no KEY! What do you think I should do? Do you think some pliers would be able to get it off? Pretty sure this is it: http://www.amazon.com/OnGuard-3-Piec.../dp/B000C14NEG

Nice score calv!

Scrod,

How long does it take for my bike to show up on myfixedgear.net?

Usually about a week.

Dude, I have no idea. I've never had to mess with those things.

Wow. Ok.

Scrod, why is your shop listed on the page of people who support them without a link to your site? Get on that.

Man, that sucks. Hope I don't get a flat or something. At least the seatpost height is pretty accurate.

You could try to drill them out, tap them, and thread a bolt with Loctite or JB Weld into each one and use that to back them out. Downside of course is that if you mess up, you'll probably need new axles.

Scrod,

What's your take on Schwalbe Durano vs Gatorskins vs (insert good daily tire here)? Looking for good long life and good puncture resistance. I've been here pretty good things regarding the Duranos.

Im not Scrod,but I use Specialized All Condition tires,They work and are cheap.These tires dont have the best ride,but Im 4 years in and they still have usable tread and no flats yet.

Four years and not a single flat? How much do you ride them??

Daily my friend,but I also look for things before its a problem.Keep the eyes open and you will be surprised how long your bike lasts.

No flat in 4 years is unpossible for me. I've killed Armadillos with glass within 6 mos. Night rides = surprise debris often.

I wonder if rider weight has anything to do with it?

They say that rider weight is pretty much countered by proper PSI, but I'm 120 lbs and have only ever had one flat, whereas all my friends (none of which are clydes, but are significantly heavier than me) typically have at least one ever other distance ride.

Scrod, any input? I'd love to hear from the other end of the spectrum.

They're both excellent and have low rolling resistance. I've used both Duranos and Durano Plus and have never had a flat with either one.

If you go the Conti route, spring for Gator Hardshells. The sidewall is stronger than on regular Gatorskins.

My Pasela TGs are about three years old and the only flat I've ever had was a single pinch flat due to being about -20 psi.

Bah, Pasela TG's won't even fit on my Kilo. What a pile.

Sure they will. They make them all the way down to 700 x 23C >>> http://www.universalcycles.com/shopp...8&category=593

Ah so they do. Not sure if I like the tan sidewall for the Kilo though. Hmm

I'd be interested to see how well these >>> http://www.pedalconsumption.com/file...on_accela.html work. So far I haven't seen them for sale. I'm happy with my Fyxation Sessions, so I'd expect good quality at an affordable price.

@Scrod, do you know anything about them ?

I haven't seen them in person yet so I can't really comment. I do agree that Fyxation's tires are quite good and the tread pattern on the new ones does look really cool - kinda like a Maxxis Detonator (which I'm also fond of).

Dear Scrod,

Why is your Kagero so ****ing awesome?

Say whaaaat? How tall are you?

Not tall. 5'5" and very skinny mountain goat.

Happy to report that dual velox rim tape seems to have taken care of the tube issues I was having with the DP18s.

(knocks on wood)

Dual???
holy crap, maybe you should take a dremel to it


Scrod, now that I have the touring bike replacing my fixed gear as the everyday relaxed practical bike I'm more curious about moving to an Al track frame. I just can't help but feel skeptical about moving away from the relaxed road geo of my bike.

WHAT SAY UUUUUUUU

I gotta say, the idea of a super stiff track frame gets me going