It worked for me:pQuote:
Originally Posted by Kalidurga
You're not kidding. It's amazing the gears still function:eek:Quote:
Originally Posted by Kalidurga
that thing was a mess
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It worked for me:pQuote:
Originally Posted by Kalidurga
You're not kidding. It's amazing the gears still function:eek:Quote:
Originally Posted by Kalidurga
that thing was a mess
Tam, Did you give Janice a hard time about her chain?
But, geez...how was the ride?? Where did you go for lunch?
I logged on to check out the IMPORTANT things. Not gunky derailleurs.
Sheesh people! :rolleyes: :cool: :D
We'll give you a low-down on our ride, Regina, if you regale us with tales of wallpaper peeling :DQuote:
Originally Posted by Regina
And, yes, I couldn't restrain myself, especially after I rubbed my arm across Janice's chain when we were loading the bikes ;) Nothing that can't be rectified, though, with some degreaser, a whole lotta rags, and a good self-cleaning lube.
Glad you got the joke, Zen. I hate it when my already weird humor falls flat :rolleyes:
Oh, and Janice, I looked up the specs for Zen's bike. According to this, her handlebars are a Bontrager FIT VR w/Bzzz Kill. I may have to consider those, too, if I go with the idea of having a new bike made.
What?Quote:
Originally Posted by Kalidurga
What's this?
I have sent an email to the owner of this bike (the Mariposa) it's my size...but that's about all I know so far. Here's the body of her post to the bike club:
I have an old custom-made bike I'd like to sell. I bought it approx 25years ago when high quality off-the-shelf bikes weren't available for small women (Terry started a company, I just bought a bike). It's a Mariposa, made by two Canadian former racers. It has Campy hubs and some other classic components, and is approx a 47cm size frame (about 261/2 inches from the ground to the top tube). The basic design is that of a touring bike; it has skinny tires, touring geometry and custom made fenders. In addition, it has fairly new tires and a Cateye computer (wired). There are also a few dings. It does need some work, new wheels if you're a purist or new spokes if you're not and, at least, a basic "tune up." The frame is steel and is exquisitely put together (really) but is not light weight...(I'm talking myself out of selling this bike :-)... Anyway, I've moved on to an off-the-shelf Trek with tighter geometry that I like a lot. It would be a good deal at $150, but I'll be happy if someone gives me $100 and promises to put it back on the road to be enjoyed. If you get the impression that parting with this bike is like letting go of an old lover, someone whose happiness I still wish for, you've got it about right.
I also have an old Terry that is about the same size. I bought it used a few years ago for $100. and simply don't need it anymore. This one could be had for any reasonable offer.
I may beg borrow or steal $100 for this bike.
Wow, that's one heck of a deal, Zen!
I think I may have figured out why I'm having difficulty with my handlebars. If you look at the Salsa Pocos, they've got the ergo shape--part of the curve is removed and they angle back more steeply.
Attachment 3942
With Zen's bars, the Bontrager FIT VR bar, they are curved, so that puts your hands closer to the levers.
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I may be totally off base, but that's what it looks like to me. Just musing here.
You have no idea how much religion I've got now!Quote:
Originally Posted by Kalidurga
Tonight I put the commuting bike and the MTB on my car rack and thoroughly cleaned and lubed them, too. (They weren't nearly so bad as my road bike.) I will never be like you, Tam, sitting on the floor cleaning them for hours, but I am going to try to be better about maintenance.
Thank you for showing me the way, the truth, and the light.;)