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Forum: Commuting

04-26-24, 06:56 PM

Replies: 215

5 Mile commute.

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Posted By Classtime

I assumed that you were set up with an indexed...

I assumed that you were set up with an indexed group but now I see you have the “Arabesque” shifters which predate SIS but work very well with any derailleur. They are very attractive levers and that...

Forum: Commuting

04-26-24, 02:12 PM

Replies: 215

5 Mile commute.

Views: 12,556

Posted By Classtime

Yes. My 85 Ironman Is not SIS. Last week, I was...

Yes. My 85 Ironman Is not SIS. Last week, I was commuting on my Cannondale with friction shifting Suntour Superbe and the same gearing: 52/42 and 13-24.

Forum: Commuting

04-26-24, 10:59 AM

Replies: 215

5 Mile commute.

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Posted By Classtime

That AD is ABSOLUTELY a fine commuter. I commute...

That AD is ABSOLUTELY a fine commuter. I commute with a similar set up for 40 mile RT. Shimano 600 like the AD but friction. Currently it has 26mm GK slicks but they measure 25 on the Araya rims. It...

Forum: Commuting

03-30-24, 08:20 AM

Replies: 215

5 Mile commute.

Views: 12,556

Posted By Classtime

It is hard to adjust shift cables and derailleurs...

It is hard to adjust shift cables and derailleurs without a repair stand. Google diy repair stands for ideas or what many of us have done— suspend your bike from above with one rope to the seat post...

Forum: Commuting

03-01-24, 10:35 AM

Replies: 215

5 Mile commute.

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Posted By Classtime

Gravel King Slicks are nice. WRT backpacks vs....

Gravel King Slicks are nice.
WRT backpacks vs. bags on the bike: When I'm on the bike and riding, having everything in a big saddle bag ,or split between a saddle bag and a rando bag, or in...

Forum: Commuting

02-28-24, 11:12 AM

Replies: 215

5 Mile commute.

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Posted By Classtime

Very good looking bike with ALL the bells and...

Very good looking bike with ALL the bells and whistles :thumb: I'm curious if you will soon find the 34/11a little too low for road riding between climbs.

Forum: Commuting

02-24-24, 12:13 PM

Replies: 215

5 Mile commute.

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Posted By Classtime

That bike has all the modern tech. Watch some...

That bike has all the modern tech. Watch some videos to learn how to tune it up.

Forum: Commuting

02-15-24, 02:00 PM

Replies: 215

5 Mile commute.

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Posted By Classtime

That State All Road looks fine. Go with drop...

That State All Road looks fine. Go with drop bars, 700c wheels and slick tires for versatility. As the only bike in your garage it would be a good choice for a new and ready to ride bike. I’m a...

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