Recent content by moonlite

After another week lost to rain and cold, out today on a mate's Kona Jake, which I have been fettling for him. Bright, clear and cold, went off on a few dirt roads outside town for an hour and really enjoyed the bike. If it could shed a couple of pounds it would be even better!

I think that means I can go ahead with at least 172.5mm without too much hassle. In fact, it might be a little easier on the knees . . .

Interesting, I have a *really* hard time finding vintage cranks in anything other than 175, granted I'm mostly shopping in the 90's Haha maybe it's some kind of confirmation bias on my part

I've been looking for a new (old) set of cranks for a project I'm working on. I've always had 175mm cranks on my bikes -- I'm not sure why, other than that I'm 6'2" so the larger sizes of bike are fitted with those. But now I'm finding 175mm versions in short supply -- time and again I click...

This site Feels and looks like a social credit scoring extravaganza, What do you think ??? Nah.

How much with Kilauea attached? 😀

What an absolute cracker -- and perfect size too!

Well, quite. Because there is absolutely no direct connection between the semi-nude lass and "the all-steel bicycle". (And nil points to anyone suggesting she may be the local bike)

Excellent background -- thanks!

Hi @TheAntsPants -- hope all is well with you. I really like how this one rides -- it's had quite a hard life but the quality shines through.

Looking forward to hearing your story, Jed. I have a particular interest -- in 1954 my father and two mates cycled on singlespeeds with coaster brakes from Vancouver to Boston. I remember a few anecdotes from his journey, but we lost all the photos and local press cuttings when he died -- and...

Great score!

Sad but true. It would be great to hear more about your transcontinental ride, Jed -- and photos from the time would be awesome.