Tag Archives: bicycle repair

Something old, something new and blue derailleur housing: the Giant Escape

Posted on December 13, 2017 by

I picked up a Giant Escape after someone backed over it with a car, maybe a tractor. Continue reading →

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Rebuilt in central Illinois: the Royal Scot

Posted on November 16, 2016 by

Dave inserted the Royal Scot back into the flow of history, creating something sure to confuse anyone trying to identify this particular model. Continue reading →

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Filling a hole with money. Or, two-buck luck

Posted on August 30, 2015 by

Dear Sir: While the bald rear tire of my tandem still holds air, I will tell you what a dandy duct-tape product you make. Continue reading →

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Maybe the most important thing to remember about the eccentric bottom bracket shell

Posted on January 16, 2015 by

Not knowing how to solve the issue, I did the smart thing. I walked away from it. Continue reading →

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Tandem tuneup: Thudbuster ST seatpost rebuild kit

Posted on February 3, 2014 by

The Thudbuster is a strong, simple design. Just like a derailleur, it’s based on a parallelogram, and it’s been on our tandem eight years. Continue reading →

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Strip and Give Me 34: The Schwinn Sports Tourer

Posted on June 14, 2012 by

I’m trying to remember a book I read back when it was important that a book have good illustrations. For once, the Internet is of no help. So, I’ll try to pass along the gist of the story as best I remember … Continue reading →

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Flat tire repair tips from the first 150 ride of the year

Posted on August 10, 2011 by

I know what you’re thinking. You’re thinking, “150 miles? On Wednesday evening? Starting about 6 p.m.?” You’re thinking, “Aren’t you the guy who just wrote the essay about what someone can learn about climbing from a fat guy? Which, as … Continue reading →

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