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Locking up at the library today I noticed a fellow unlocking his well worn Raleigh Carlton (Grand something, couldn't make it out clearly. Goldish colour) and commented on it. He says it had been with him since he was 19 and he is in his mid-60's now. Travelled all over the place with it...

I just put this book on hold at the library. Sounds interesting - The Kindness of Strangers; Coast to Coast to Coast in 60 Days follows one man's battle with Parkinson's, and the unbelievable journey he took on his bike to fight it. From the rocky outcrops of the Maritimes to the frozen...

I'm considering buying a few of the EXAL Sp19 rims for rear wheel use and would like to ask those with experience with them (or EXAL generall) to provide some feedback as to their quality.

I popped by this fellows place today and was interested in the bike for parts. Naturally (and much less likely to be) it was not in my size (21", not 24"+ needed) but the wheels were of interest for winter use. The frame could later be sold to recoup half the total money spent. The rims weren't...

I'm really surprised that Brodie bikes have such a following on RetroBike. Why is that?? I live smack in the middle of Canada and have seen Brodie bikes kicking around over the years but I never paid them much attention. I had always thought they were sort of a middle of the road brand so to...

I bought a set of wheels a number of years ago whose hubs were unbranded (see photo). They seem like decent quality. There are but a few hub manufacturers in the world. It seems that there must be a way to secure some of this type of unbranded hub (not neccessarily the one shown), from...

For a lark, I decided to take a looksee at oivey for an XL size hybrid bike. I see offerings such as this one: https://www.ebay.com/itm/256882622800 That one is offered at $1000cdn. I don't understand where flippers base their starting points at. Apparently this seller is a bike shop.

Around these parts, finding an old hybrid bike is exceedingly difficult especially in an XL size. How about where you live? From what I understand, hybrids were relatively short lived in terms of overall production years but yet 100's of thousands were produced and by most of the major...

Any guess as to the model year of this Giant Revel? Appears to be a steel frame.

I remember these days.

I'm in the centre of Canada and have ordered from both companies in the past. It seems that the CR/Wig websites are still there but aren't quite the same. Are they in fact the same companies? I'll sometimes order from bikecomponents.de or bike24 as well. BUT, postage to here is 35 Euro, for...

I guess I'll convert the Nishiki Cresta to 700c. I've been running an advert for that bike as trade for a hybrid of similar calibre and size with no luck. Could be a long while. Offers to buy it outright yes, but no trades. The Cresta is a fine bike but the stock 27" wheelsize limits tire...

I recently saw a video of a cyclist (Paul Powlesland) complaining to an official about a ticket she was attempting to issue him for riding his bike in the City of London "no-handed" even though apparently this is not against the law. Does this type of odd stuff usually take place with cyclists...

I might ride over to see this bike just for parts purposes, mainly for the wheels for winter use. However, if the rims aren't double walled I'll probably pass. Input welcome

https://www.kijiji.ca/v-cruiser-commuter-hybrid/winnipeg/1993-gt-arette/1719878001 Very nice shape.

I think it important to take command of one's own health. This most often requires efforts outside of established allopathic medical systems. I think a thread dedicated to those who want to discuss their own self-directed health care might be worthwhile. Shared experiences which have proven...

Last November I saw this bike advertised and decided to buy. It is in very good condition and is orignial. I was thinking of putting Michelin Protek tires on it. The wheels are 27". I'd thought about replacing the 27'ers with 700c but I don't want to put any significant money into this bike if...

I have developed trouble with my hands after riding a bike for so many years, mainly the right one. Handlebar palsy they call it. Surgery is scheduled to help correct the problem and thanks to Canada's vaunted and worldy acclaimed health care system, this surgery should take place 13 months from...

Mikado is still around I think, based in Quebec. There is one of their older model steel frame touring bikes for sale locally from (he says) the original owner. For $499. Now, the way I see it is that this is a $60 bike. I'd buy it for that (for the frame basically) to have as a spare. It's...

I invite feedback from users of the Michelin Protek on their road bikes. How are they for longevity, traction in certain conditions, build quality and are they true to size. I am considering buying a set in 27" for an old road bike I recently picked up. Thanks for the input!