When I built my indoor trainer bike it was my first build so even though it didn’t need brakes, I put them on anyhow. I wanted to test the bike out a little outdoors to make sure I did everything fine with the build. Searching for some cheap brakes I landed on these ZTTO caliperContinue reading “ZTTO Road Bike Caliper Brakes Review”
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1973 Schwinn World Voyageur
After posting about the World Traveler, I really wanted to find a World Voyageur to post about, and here it is. The Traveler is a great bike, but this goes to the next level. It has chrome in all the right places (fork end, head tube, dropouts). The Shimano Crane GS rear derailleur is consideredContinue reading “1973 Schwinn World Voyageur”
Delta Bike Hook Review – vertical wall storage
As winter approaches you might be looking for a good way to store you bikes. The Delta bicycle hook is a great option for vertical wall storage. This is one of the first options I bought, and they work well. They are thick and strong with a rubberized hook to protect your rim. Have aContinue reading “Delta Bike Hook Review – vertical wall storage”
1972 Schwinn World Traveler Opaque Green
Now this is a really neat bike. I love the early Schwinn Le Tours, and this is its predecessor and a nice bicycle. In 1972 Schwinn started importing bikes from Japan with the World Traveler and World Voyageur. For some reason these bikes never even made the catalog. I’m guessing they wanted to see howContinue reading “1972 Schwinn World Traveler Opaque Green”
Zwift – What cyclists do during winter
So, you live in a cold weather area and its winter, what is a cyclist to do? Well, I have a great answer for you, start Zwifting! Now you might be asking what the heck is that? It’s a riding video game where you use an indoor trainer. With a laptop or tablet you connectContinue reading “Zwift – What cyclists do during winter”
1979 Raleigh Record Ace Space Blue
A nice vintage road bike made by Raleigh in Nottingham England. 10 speed drivetrains with Raleigh alloy cotterless crank and Raleigh/Sun Tour derailleurs. Stem mounted shifters. Lugged frame made from Raleigh 20/30 high carbon steel. 27” chrome plated steel rims with alloy hubs. Gent’s sizes 19 ¾”, 21 ½”, 23 ½”, and 25”. Weight approximatelyContinue reading “1979 Raleigh Record Ace Space Blue”
2016 Trek Precaliber 24 Mountain Bike Girls
This is my younger daughter’s bike. Trek never seems to disappoint, and this has been a great bike. It was previously my nieces, so it has some miles on it between the two. So far, no issues. Only issue is that she’s almost too big for it. Check it out: Color is black trek pearl. Continue reading “2016 Trek Precaliber 24 Mountain Bike Girls”
Bicycles I have owned
My list of bikes is getting pretty long so I thought I’d document it a bit. Past 80’s Murray BMX bike, was glad it wasn’t a Huffy. Might still be in attic of Mom’s garage… 1995 Schwinn Clear Creek Mountain Bike – black with red decals. Was a great bike with 21 speeds and earlyContinue reading “Bicycles I have owned”
Microshift Advent 9 Speed Groupset Review
The Microshift Advent 1×9 groupset is a really nice and affordable 1X option. I just purchased a Giant Talon 2 mountain bike that came with this group. I wanted to try out a 1X since it’s one of the things all the modern mountain bikes have. So far, I’m really happy with it. I useContinue reading “Microshift Advent 9 Speed Groupset Review”
Topeak Aero Wedge Pack Medium Review
Topeak makes some really nice quality items, and this bag is no different. It’s a nice size for all your essentials like wallet, phone, keys… Plus, it’s well made with a place to clip on your light. Have a look at it: You could find a cheaper bag, but probably not of the same quality. Continue reading “Topeak Aero Wedge Pack Medium Review”
