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Bike Forums https://www.bikeforums.net/ BikeForums is the leading online discussion site for avid cyclists. en Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:11:29 GMT vBulletin 60 https://www.bikeforums.net/images/misc/rss.jpg Bike Forums https://www.bikeforums.net/ Touring tubeless on non compatible rims https://www.bikeforums.net/touring/1321436-touring-tubeless-non-compatible-rims.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:39:44 GMT I have DT Swiss TK 540 rims which are tubeless noncompatible. However, I have successfully converted to tubeless with 42mm Terravail Washburn tubeless tires. Around town I have been running 42psi rear and 40psi front. They seem to work flawlessly the last fee weeks. I am considering taking off on a... I have DT Swiss TK 540 rims which are tubeless noncompatible. However, I have successfully converted to tubeless with 42mm Terravail Washburn tubeless tires. Around town I have been running 42psi rear and 40psi front. They seem to work flawlessly the last fee weeks. I am considering taking off on a five day 500 mile self supported trip. Is this ill advised? Should I convert back to tubes before my trip. I am really enjoying the set up but don�t want to do anything dangerous and have the tires blow off the rims. I would love to hear your knowledgeable opinions. Thsnks in advance ]]> Touring robert schlatte https://www.bikeforums.net/touring/1321436-touring-tubeless-non-compatible-rims.html Mafac/acs https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1321434-mafac-acs.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 23:04:50 GMT Mafac partnered with ACS to provide bolt on canti's with a U brace/post assembly.

I had never heard of it and can't really imagine it went well but what do I know.

Seems like quite a boat anchor setup to me.

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sour...pwmDNVpK40paFD

They ended up on the Ritchey with I believe Charlie C's hot rod hardware that I got awhile back.

]]> merziac https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1321434-mafac-acs.html Are these Crank Bros Racing RSR cranks? https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1321433-these-crank-bros-racing-rsr-cranks.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 22:18:41 GMT I just picked these up on CL as I thought they looked cool. I thought they would look nice on the AD Vent Noir I picked up a few weeks ago. I can see the �cook bros racing� on the arms, but curious which model they are and roughly how old. Image: I just picked these up on CL as I thought they looked cool. I thought they would look nice on the AD Vent Noir I picked up a few weeks ago.
I can see the �cook bros racing� on the arms, but curious which model they are and roughly how old.

]]> Lbxpdx https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1321433-these-crank-bros-racing-rsr-cranks.html Is 10-speed derailleur compatible with 8-speed chain? https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/1321427-10-speed-derailleur-compatible-8-speed-chain.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:39:11 GMT I have a vintage Bianchi with a busted derailleur. Id like to put on a spare 8-speed shimano cassette I have with a spare 10-speed tiagra derailleur. The bike is friction shifted, so Im not worried about pull ratios or range or anything. Just of the wider 8 speed chain will work with the... I have a vintage Bianchi with a busted derailleur. Id like to put on a spare 8-speed shimano cassette I have with a spare 10-speed tiagra derailleur. The bike is friction shifted, so Im not worried about pull ratios or range or anything. Just of the wider 8 speed chain will work with the derailleur? ]]> Bicycle Mechanics Fr3nch https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/1321427-10-speed-derailleur-compatible-8-speed-chain.html Raleigh Grandier Sportier with Gugificazione. https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-sales/1321426-raleigh-grandier-sportier-gugificazione.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 19:25:10 GMT gugie picked this up for me and did some work on it. Studs for Mafac Racers, stud for top tube shifter, stud for cable wheel at seat junction, other cable stops, and rack mounts with a modified Wald rear rack. Brooks saddle and bag, and crankset not included. 8 speed Sturmey Archer igh with both... gugie picked this up for me and did some work on it. Studs for Mafac Racers, stud for top tube shifter, stud for cable wheel at seat junction, other cable stops, and rack mounts with a modified Wald rear rack.
Brooks saddle and bag, and crankset not included.
8 speed Sturmey Archer igh with both dt type shifter(mounted on top tube) and SA revo type shifter.

$400 +shipping ]]> Classic and Vintage Sales bwilli88 https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-sales/1321426-raleigh-grandier-sportier-gugificazione.html Impulse buy: Flandria - curiouser and curiouser... https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1321425-impulse-buy-flandria-curiouser-curiouser.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 18:50:47 GMT In a sort of reverse monkeys-with-typewriters aphorism, search enough times on that auction site for one thing and you will buy something else.

(In this case "Helyett".)

Took all of two minutes.

This detail made me click:

What kind of BB is this?

ob. pic of whole frame:

]]> oneclick https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1321425-impulse-buy-flandria-curiouser-curiouser.html Bike Fit. - Need advice https://www.bikeforums.net/fitting-your-bike/1321424-bike-fit-need-advice.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 17:26:45 GMT Hi everyone, I have this cute bike and got me SPD Cleats with shoes. Now I want to improve the fit. Who can give me some advice please? I have the impression that at the current setting my left knee is doing a bit too much work. Thanks for your guidance. Best, Thomas Image: Image: ... Hi everyone,

I have this cute bike and got me SPD Cleats with shoes. Now I want to improve the fit. Who can give me some advice please? I have the impression that at the current setting my left knee is doing a bit too much work. Thanks for your guidance.

Best, Thomas

]]> Fitting Your Bike thoro https://www.bikeforums.net/fitting-your-bike/1321424-bike-fit-need-advice.html Your Next project Bike https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1321423-your-next-project-bike.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:58:20 GMT So what is the next bike project lined up on the runway for you? Mine is a 1948 Automoto Champion du Monde. parts are in a box awaiting the frame that just got finished today by Mark at Groody Bros. Image: Image: Image: Image: Image: Image: Image: Image: Image: So what is the next bike project lined up on the runway for you? Mine is a 1948 Automoto Champion du Monde. parts are in a box awaiting the frame that just got finished today by Mark at Groody Bros.

]]> cocoabeachcrab https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1321423-your-next-project-bike.html Hello from PA https://www.bikeforums.net/introductions/1321422-hello-pa.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:21:19 GMT Hello from Phila. I'm coming from the car world but as I move into the city, the focus now shifts to bikes!

I ride a Jamis Coda, and a Schwinn City Commuter. Looking to do my first full restore of a Fuji Palisades. ]]> Introductions Silentnoise713 https://www.bikeforums.net/introductions/1321422-hello-pa.html Noob looking for advice on tools https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/1321421-noob-looking-advice-tools.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 16:13:17 GMT Hey folks. New to the group.

I'm looking to restore an old Fuji Palisades (80/90ss?) road bike. I know there's little value in it but I'm doing it for the novelty and experience; helps that the bike is in fantastic shape, just old and grim. I daily ride a Jamis Coda.

I work more on cars and have lots of car tools. Beyond tire replacement and cleaning/greasing, I've never fully tear-down a bicycle (every nut comes off and will be repainted) before and quickly realize specialty tools needed. I'm looking for guidance in avoiding getting unnecessary tool kit IF I can get away with using a generic/common tool. I really don't want to stock any more tools unless it is absolutely necessary. I have everything off except the hub and cassette.

Below are a few things I think I need. Is there anything else to consider?

-hub puller
-spanner wrench
-chain pin remover
]]> Bicycle Mechanics Silentnoise713 https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/1321421-noob-looking-advice-tools.html Giant P-SLR1 wheelset info https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1321420-giant-p-slr1-wheelset-info.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:30:14 GMT Hi folks,
Although this may not actually be C&V, I�m posting here because of the great knowledge base.
Does anyone have experience with Giant P-SLR1 wheels? There is a set for sale on our local Craig�s List very cheap. The seller�s comment is that he replaced them because he had broken spokes and couldn�t find replacements. These wheels are built with straight pull spokes that are threaded on both ends. They also use a different design of nipple. I would like to use them on a Giant TCR2-1R bike that I�m building for a friend�s son if they are salvageable.
Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.
Cheers,
Van ]]> Senior Ryder 00 https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage/1321420-giant-p-slr1-wheelset-info.html Chain Skip Age Flip https://www.bikeforums.net/fifty-plus-50/1321419-chain-skip-age-flip.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 15:07:50 GMT Recently, my bike developed the problem where when put under load (eg standing up or honking), it would briefly snap out of gear. Concerting of course, but especially for me, as I stand up to pedal often on climbs. No worries ... I can fix that. I bought a new cassette and chain and replaced... Recently, my bike developed the problem where when put under load (eg standing up or honking), it would briefly snap out of gear. Concerting of course, but especially for me, as I stand up to pedal often on climbs.

No worries ... I can fix that. I bought a new cassette and chain and replaced both (although the chain did not appear to have any stretch, I replaced it anyway).

The problem remained.

I was going to replace the shifter cable soon anyway, so I did that too (good thing, as it was about to snap again ... oy, those early brifter designs were hard on cables).

The problem remained.

I just wasn't feeling the love in replacing thing after thing, messing with the B-screw, or any of the other things that might have caused the problem. ALL of the components on this bike are 20 years old, so it really could be anything. So I punted and packed it off to the bike shop. The mechanic took one look at it and opined that it was the middle chainring (the one I ride in some 90% of the time). I'll admit it looked a little worn, but why would that cause the chain to skip on the cassette? I wasn't convinced, but with his endorsement, I thought I would try it.

I'm in the habit of buying replacement parts for bikes before I need them because they can get hard to find. In this case, I had purchased a replacement triple crankset back when they were being phased out and were quite inexpensive. I put it aside for later.

So I went back and installed that crankset. Pretty easy job nowadays.

And it worked! No more skipping. Sweet.

And then, I thought ... well, what am I going to do now when I need another crankset? They aren't available anymore, and that was my last one!

I'm here to confess that I am one of those "child of depression era" people who were taught to replace and repair things whenever possible. In other words:

"Use it up, wear it out, make it due, or do without."

I get crap about it too. My SO recently called me a "country bumpkin" because I'm on an iPhone X that uses an iOS so old, it is not relevant to the latest updates everyone is complaining about. My car is 23 years old, and I have no intention of replacing it until I have to, much to the chagrin of my daughter.

And back to the crankset ... I realized ... I got 20 years out of the last crankset. By the time the new one wears out, I'll be lucky to be on the right side of the grass, let alone riding a bike.

I guess that means it'll be ok. :D

And PS: I AM going to order a new middle chainring for that old crankset. I can't help myself.
]]> Fifty Plus (50+) Biker395 https://www.bikeforums.net/fifty-plus-50/1321419-chain-skip-age-flip.html Has anyone bought from 4bike.net? Is it legitimate? https://www.bikeforums.net/electric-bikes/1321418-has-anyone-bought-4bike-net-legitimate.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:35:34 GMT I'm looking to buy an e-bike and came across this relatively new Italian supplier, 4bike.net. It gets only a 25% score from online scam detection sites, and its prices are rather low - although the bikes I examined seem to be end of line models. It would be helpful if readers who have bought from the site could report on their experiences. ]]> Electric Bikes This Wreckage https://www.bikeforums.net/electric-bikes/1321418-has-anyone-bought-4bike-net-legitimate.html Old Guy Peoblems... https://www.bikeforums.net/fifty-plus-50/1321417-old-guy-peoblems.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 14:28:18 GMT So I had my first 200 mile week of the year last week. Then on Saturday night I was hobbled with a sprained ankle. (No twisting or landing on it wrong, just riding.) This ankle has a history of problems in my athletic youth and required taping then. BUT simply riding my bike for a long period... So I had my first 200 mile week of the year last week. Then on Saturday night I was hobbled with a sprained ankle. (No twisting or landing on it wrong, just riding.)
This ankle has a history of problems in my athletic youth and required taping then.
BUT simply riding my bike for a long period seems to aggravated my old injury.
Old Guy Problems!!!!!!
]]> Fifty Plus (50+) Lambkin55 https://www.bikeforums.net/fifty-plus-50/1321417-old-guy-peoblems.html FS: Campagnolo C Record Drivetrain and Wheelset https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-sales/1321414-fs-campagnolo-c-record-drivetrain-wheelset.html Mon, 08 Jun 2026 12:38:15 GMT *Asking $215 including CONUS shipping for the group, $225 shipped CONUS for the wheelset, or $415 shipped CONUS for the group and wheels together.*DETAIL PICS (https://photos.app.goo.gl/GFb2rdtUhGzM9nQR8) Group details: * 170mm arms 53/42 rings. Good used condition overall, some light scuffs...

Asking $215 including CONUS shipping for the group, $225 shipped CONUS for the wheelset, or $415 shipped CONUS for the group and wheels together.

DETAIL PICS

Group details:

170mm arms 53/42 rings. Good used condition overall, some light scuffs and a few spots of corrosion on the arms, rings have a bit of grease in spots, but most of thier life left

Italian bottom bracket vgc

braze on FD in good shape

RD has some rash on the top of the knuckle and general signs of use

down tube shifters, 7s indexed

Wheelset details:

C Record hubs laced to matrix rims. Overall excellent condition, rims have very little wear, hubs spin smooth. There was some chain drop on the rear at some point and a few spokes have some wear, but they still roll true. Includes original skewers and can include a 7s freewheel

]]> Classic and Vintage Sales Brewsmith https://www.bikeforums.net/classic-vintage-sales/1321414-fs-campagnolo-c-record-drivetrain-wheelset.html