You hit the Bob Ross spot just perfectly. I find myself watching one of your videos every evening. Entertaining, calming, bike related, great music and great attitude. Awesome contrast to all those other bike channels that feature „5 Reasons you need Di2“ and stuff like that.
For the love of cantilever brakes-while you are narrating--PLEASE TELL US WHO WE ARE HEARING PLAY THE GREAT JAZZ AS THE BACKROUND SOUNDTRACK TO YOUR BIKE WAKE-UPS.... then I'll feel better to go out - clear my head on a ride and go get some candy....
My dad has an XXL Trek Navigator 200. He bought it 23 years ago, and he still rides it. He still has the receipt. It cost $250, purchased in April 2000. He certainly got his money's worth!
Ride around town, go get some candy, clear my head. I did that at 6 years old. 25 cents got me a candy bar, a pop, and a balsawood glider. 1966 6'7'' 320lb I want that bike..........Great show thank you.....
I enjoy your content. You are inclusive rather than making it look impossible to work on bikes. Love the Behold tip. I’ll give it a go. My current projects are a 93 Trek 820 and a 92 Specialized Hardrock Sport Trail. Keep going the bike business will level out. Thanks!
As I watch, I’m seeing your years of experience coming through and hopefully making me better at puttering with old bikes. Good luck building your channel!
Nice Bike! Mine is a 98 Trek 920 Single Track. Same size frame! Thanks for saving this rare bike. I had a NO B-S rim installed by my bike mech. It still rides as smooth as glass. Your story is familiar to me. I just walked into a bike shop in Chicago, and saw mine. I had no intention of buying a bike that day, but it was an XXXL frame bike, so I bought it. No regrets. It was my main bike for over 25 years. It all but retired my Panasonic XXXL "Sport LX" road bike. So many great rides on her! Great video BF! Glad to know these bikes are still out there.
"Cyclist" here with "fancy" bikes: I love watching your videos, and would be delighted to have you work on my fancy bike. Not offended at all though if you're too busy prioritizing these other bikes that get people going.... Happy to keep consuming your content!
if someone asks me how much air pressure i put into the tires i just say one "nacke" aka 4 BAR. that´s because we had a customer and his last name was nacke. he used to randomly appear in the workshop, and yelled:"pump it up to 4 BAR!" :D
I have to say, as a musician, your choice of music backing tracks are always refreshing to hear. Avid ride anywhere cyclist/Jazz musician. Thank you from Minnesota!
I just picked up a Schwinn Sierra at GW for $50. It is a very big bike, don't know the frame size but me, 5'2" couldn't get up on to test. My son's bike got stolen so I took a chance. It seems good after he rode it for a bit. Him, 5'11" 220lbs, seems to be a good fit.. We need to follow along some of your restoration videos to get in tip shape.
heh, just refurbed an 820 at the coop I volunteer at. We're in the salt belt, so had to destructively remove front-derailleur with bolt cutters (we luckily had a compatible bolt-on replacement in the bin), fixed wobbly headset, replaced grips&tires (we got tons of "used" in good cond), "new" used saddle, rebuilt both hubs and trued wheels, saved the rear derailleur with lube, new rimtape, freewheel (was skipping on highest gear), pads, chain & gear cables and now rides like new! Should sell for ~US$200
Saw someone removing a seized seat post with a Slide Hammer, it seems to work, but I haven't tried it myself yet. I think it might be possible to build one myself to screw it into the seat post where the actual screw sits. I just take a threaded rod the same size as the actual screw and slide a right fitting tube over it to not to interfere with the threads), then some washer(s) and lock nut(s). In between is a weight neceassry of course, but I haven't figured out what to use for it by now, maybe i just use some heavier type of pipe for it.
I was specifically watching to see if the shifters were working well, and what you did if they weren't. Darn, previous repairs had already dealt with the issue.
Love the mission, regular bikes for regular people at an affordable price. And giving older bikes a new life is a great way to get a greater return on the energy and resources that went in to manufacturing the bike the first time. Kudos to you 🎉
Recently moved to WI. Recently bought a bike for bikepacking. Just found your channel. Hope to make it to your shop one day. Loving the content you put out. Thanks for the entertainment and info!
JIS screws are shaped a little different than Phillips screws, so if you use a Phillips screwdriver on them, there's always a chance you'll strip the head. Just ask anyone who has worked on vintage Japanese motorcycles.
Really appreciate this one for several reasons, but especially for calling attention to thinking about who the bike is for when you're working on it. Makes it more fun, in my opinion. On really small bikes I always adjust the throw of the brake levers anticipating somebody with smaller hands test riding the bike. Also, the off-camera chuckle at the end of the test ride. Kind of the exciting part of fixing up a bike that is so large! (Curious about the brake pads you're using. I use Shimano T-91 a lot, but yours look a lot longer. Reason for that?) Thanks again!
I'm fairly certain that bike will meet a similar fate as it has in the past, such as being riden with enthusiasm at first then being cast aside for another 5 years.
I've owned one of these for 30+ years. It's basically been to hell and back and have to say it's the bike that got me hooked on continuing to cycle and genuinely interested in bikes
Digging the Goodwill score! Totally agree with restorations vs reconditioning. I started out restoring, but changed to reconditioning. Most equipment, bikes included, are built to be used. Appreciate the vid!
Every time I touch something it always opens a can of worms, I still don't know how I go from a simple brake bleed to ending up with a completely dismantled bike. I'm always jealous of those that can run beaters for years, be it cars, bikes or just about anything
Excellent find! I'm always looking for XL bikes at thrift stores without any luck! My current project bike is a Trek 800 like that one, love the old steel rigid bikes
The Lemon Pledge is a good move, brilliant in fact. You are not selling bikes because of the bike itself, or the refurb you've done. You are selling sentiment. Your customers don't realize it but they are buying because subconsciously your shops scent reminds them of grandma's house.
hey Andy, regarding the canti setup I like your approach, but I personally would also use the barrel adjuster on the brake lever to support a proper setup. Just unscrew the adjuster (7mm would be enough to tighten the cable), then set the brake pads exactly close to the rim, tighten everything and release the cable tension on the levers again.
sorry, I'm a European guy, used to the metric system 😅 But anyway, you're running a great channel and shop. I totally dig your views on overpriced bikes providing no real innovation to riders. @@bkefrmr
06:05 320lbs guy here. I'm riding Rigida Sputnik rims (700C, 36H), a European brand, for over 20.000km and nothing failed yet except 2 spokes. Decent steel bikes and aluminium rims can withstand a lot more than they are offiicially rated for IF you ride them carefully. Not going hard offroad, don't ride stairs etc. I use 40mm Litte Big Ben tires from Schwalbe (they sadly last only 2500km but are dirt cheap for around 20€/$). (all rides logged with Wahoo on Strava, they are real)
I still have my 22 inch 1997 TREK 820 I bought new, it's a US made frame and fork. It'd 3 X 9 with full Deore XT now, only the frame and fork are original but the original paint and decals are in fantastic condition. Still one of my favorite rides. We also still have my wife's '97 *@) that's been updated multiple times, hers was built in Taiwan and you can tell the difference.
If they are not very cracked and appear safe when looking and feeling inside them, pump up to 60 psi and inspect for bulges on the outside. If good you can ride them. They will not be so good in the wet. As the compounds will have hardened so be cautious. New tyres are always a fantastic cheapish upgrade
Man, the little bit of wisdom you dropped in there felt like it came at the perfect moment. I found this video while trying to learn about the old Trek I just found for myself, and you’ve given me some inspiration sir!
Ok I watched Bob Ross as well. But you need something that catchy like how he used to slap has brush and giggle. Oh I know you can spin the wheel and let your finger nail hit the spokes as they spin then giggle. I really like watching the videos you put out they are informative and relaxing. Keep up the great work and stay safe out there.
It IS huge as all the bikes I find are huge. I have a Multitrack, a Singletrack, an Antelope. I want a Mountaintrack but I never see them on trash night, or on Craigslist, or in the thrift store. If I ever do find one it'll be for someone 9' 12". Excellent vid!
I love the bigger frames on the old school MTBs for city work and mini touring. Sold off my dedicated touring bikes in favor of them because they were so sturdy. And, many of them had Shimano BioPace chainrings which flatten hills. Others had the Sakae Oval-Tech version, which is just as good. They're not really oval, but a parallegram. I'm 5-11 with a 32 inch inseam. All mine have been 23" frames for best fit and comfort on pavement. Another thing I like about these old bikes was that a lot of them had most - if not all - the bosses and braze-ons of touring bikes, as well as double eyelets front and rear. My current 1987 Trek 820 has all that, plus the raked touring forks that absorb road shock better than the later straight tube forks. Bosses on the forks, too. Can't destroy the Shimano Deore shift system either. Would have happened by now. Been toying with the idea of going drop bars, using bar end shifers, which will work without much fuss....
I have soma xxl 10 speed in my attic,bo.bought new in 1978 for around 200 dollars. Made in Japan. Not ridden in 35 yrs.,good bike in it's time= anyone else have a soma ??
Hi Andy. Just dropping by to say thank you for your channel. I’ve watched your funny videos with friends and laughed a lot and now I’m learning from you. I believe biking is the answer to a lot of current issues.
“Always be looking for inspiration in your life, you never know where you are going to find it” . Obvious in first thought…..if i had thought of it first. Nice one. Do i need to say this video is great? Because it is.
Bought a 90's Kona with nice components for $20 a few years ago but did not check the seatpost....What a fun project trying to get it out. Out of frustration gave the frame away and sold components online. lesson learned.
6 foot six rider here. It’s funny how huge bikes look with 26 inch wheels. So I know you hate mountain bikers, but is there any actual mountain bike riding around where your shop is located?
I've watched a few of your clean-up/restoration videos and I'm wondering if you ever use a bucket of soap and water to wash off the dirt and grease? I use the Dawn Power Wash on my drivetrains and car wash soap for the rest of the bike. I do like the Bob Ross "Happy Bikes" vibe. 🙂 Thanks!
I'd be a buyer for that frame at a thrift store. Tall frames are hard to find. Most of your street find bikes around here are medium to small. If I was keeping it for myself I'd go full rebuild and replace some of the parts. I don't like those brakes at all. I have dozens of dead ones like them in my bins. Some other stuff too, depending what I had in my bins or could be had for cheap. One thing I do is when I have a bare frame is wash it well with detergent then put gas on a paper towel or rag and buff off the frame. A lot of unseen grease and oily finger prints come off doing the gas buff.
You can find tons of smaller frame bikes on marketplace. I'm 6'2 a larger frame there's something I look out for. But I do like a little frames for maneuverability his
I love those old solid bikes. No high tech but authentic and way much cooler than a new low budget bycicle. So if you need something to cruise around and get your coffee or your candy go 2nd hand and not to the next discounter.
I like your videos you know what you doing.I would like see you do some 3 speed tell your opinion of them.I took them apart grease them.I put them on some of my bikes and used a chain drive motor on front wheel I live where there lot of hills so I used the motor to help out then rests of time I ride like a normal bicycle I like them I like to hear what you think of them.I use Shimano old and new ones have some sturmy Archer I have not used.One thing that I found wrong they come gear way to high to be able to pedal it so I gear them down and they work much better.
You hit the Bob Ross spot just perfectly. I find myself watching one of your videos every evening. Entertaining, calming, bike related, great music and great attitude. Awesome contrast to all those other bike channels that feature „5 Reasons you need Di2“ and stuff like that.
Totally! Awesome feedback! I need to hear this stuff!
For the love of cantilever brakes-while you are narrating--PLEASE TELL US WHO WE ARE HEARING PLAY THE GREAT JAZZ AS THE BACKROUND SOUNDTRACK TO YOUR BIKE WAKE-UPS.... then I'll feel better to go out - clear my head on a ride and go get some candy....
My dad has an XXL Trek Navigator 200. He bought it 23 years ago, and he still rides it.
He still has the receipt. It cost $250, purchased in April 2000. He certainly got his money's worth!
These bike refurbishing videos grow on ya! They're relaxing to watch. Thanks much!
Awesome! That’s what I’m hoping for!
I have a job and it sucks as he said, but it's relaxing to watch the videos in my lunch break 😁
Ride around town, go get some candy, clear my head. I did that at 6 years old.
25 cents got me a candy bar, a pop, and a balsawood glider. 1966
6'7'' 320lb I want that bike..........Great show thank you.....
You are the Bob Ross in bicycle repair....and I learn a lot watching your videos. Thank You
I enjoy your content. You are inclusive rather than making it look impossible to work on bikes. Love the Behold tip. I’ll give it a go. My current projects are a 93 Trek 820 and a 92 Specialized Hardrock Sport Trail. Keep going the bike business will level out. Thanks!
I had a rigid, steel 820 years ago, and it was a blast; it ascended like the proverbial bat out of hell (well relatively since it was piloted by me).
As I watch, I’m seeing your years of experience coming through and hopefully making me better at puttering with old bikes. Good luck building your channel!
Nice Bike! Mine is a 98 Trek 920 Single Track. Same size frame! Thanks for saving this rare bike. I had a NO B-S rim installed by my bike mech. It still rides as smooth as glass. Your story is familiar to me. I just walked into a bike shop in Chicago, and saw mine. I had no intention of buying a bike that day, but it was an XXXL frame bike, so I bought it. No regrets. It was my main bike for over 25 years. It all but retired my Panasonic XXXL "Sport LX" road bike. So many great rides on her! Great video BF! Glad to know these bikes are still out there.
That's it I'm getting some candy
Because of Andy I found out that I had put both my tires rolling in the wrong direction! Gave me an excuse to play with my baby. Live and learn!!
I know they don't have as many views as your scripted ones, but i like your bicycle-tune-up-videos best. keep up the good work.
They’re easier to make, and I also like making them, so they will be the main focus of the channel for sure
"Cyclist" here with "fancy" bikes: I love watching your videos, and would be delighted to have you work on my fancy bike. Not offended at all though if you're too busy prioritizing these other bikes that get people going.... Happy to keep consuming your content!
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR A BIG LAUGH RIGHT OFF THE BAT. Sorry for yelling.
if someone asks me how much air pressure i put into the tires i just say one "nacke" aka 4 BAR. that´s because we had a customer and his last name was nacke. he used to randomly appear in the workshop, and yelled:"pump it up to 4 BAR!" :D
the vibes are so immaculate in this one
Immaculate vibes…
Sounds like the kid that taught you the phrase "clear my head" has got life figured out . 👍. Nice work
I have to say, as a musician, your choice of music backing tracks are always refreshing to hear. Avid ride anywhere cyclist/Jazz musician. Thank you from Minnesota!
“Music is the best” -FZ
@@bkefrmr Frank Z rules ! 👌
Goodwill? $20???? I bet somebody got fired for pricing the bike that low!! Goodwill tends to price bikes at $80-$150!!
Loved my 1995 23.5 trek 930. Still bitter it's purple green fade self was pinched. $350 back in the day.
I’m subscribed and hit the bell. You’re now the bike wizard. Great channel brother.
I just picked up a Schwinn Sierra at GW for $50. It is a very big bike, don't know the frame size but me, 5'2" couldn't get up on to test. My son's bike got stolen so I took a chance. It seems good after he rode it for a bit. Him, 5'11" 220lbs, seems to be a good fit.. We need to follow along some of your restoration videos to get in tip shape.
Enjoy your channel just subscribed. If you can I'd like to see some videos on higher-end road race bikes. That's what I'm into, 80s steel.
Hi love the videos located in the Quad Cities looking for a road bike I'm 5'8 $200 budget
Your liberal application of pledge reminds me how I used to Scotchgard all my bikes, I sincerely hope furniture polish isn't as lethal 😂
Super cool bike - I had a 820 Trek Antelope and it was a great mountain bike!
Twenty dollar bike?? That’s an instant buy. What a great find.
Is it slow in bike shops because of winter ? I remember a few years ago I couldn’t find a bike anywhere because everyone was buying them during Covid
heh, just refurbed an 820 at the coop I volunteer at. We're in the salt belt, so had to destructively remove front-derailleur with bolt cutters (we luckily had a compatible bolt-on replacement in the bin), fixed wobbly headset, replaced grips&tires (we got tons of "used" in good cond), "new" used saddle, rebuilt both hubs and trued wheels, saved the rear derailleur with lube, new rimtape, freewheel (was skipping on highest gear), pads, chain & gear cables and now rides like new! Should sell for ~US$200
Ive restored an xxl trek 820 and flipped it in the bike shop i worked at haha! Same story tall tall guy bought it almost immediately
Saw someone removing a seized seat post with a Slide Hammer, it seems to work, but I haven't tried it myself yet.
I think it might be possible to build one myself to screw it into the seat post where the actual screw sits.
I just take a threaded rod the same size as the actual screw and slide a right fitting tube over it to not to interfere with the threads), then some washer(s) and lock nut(s).
In between is a weight neceassry of course, but I haven't figured out what to use for it by now, maybe i just use some heavier type of pipe for it.
I was specifically watching to see if the shifters were working well, and what you did if they weren't. Darn, previous repairs had already dealt with the issue.
you could really see over a hedge with that bike, but I would need blocks on my soles to pedal it! thanks for this man from rainy cold England
Please consider using alternating songs for timelapses, not always that „sax soloist stung by consecutive wasps“ thing
Yeah…I know. I’m sick of it too! Mind changed!
Love the mission, regular bikes for regular people at an affordable price. And giving older bikes a new life is a great way to get a greater return on the energy and resources that went in to manufacturing the bike the first time. Kudos to you 🎉
Damn I'd change the stem n handlebars. Looks very nice.
As a 6'7 guy living in New Zealand, I dream of finding a bike this big. It's impossible to find such unicorns over here.
Really like the idea of the channel - Regular bikes for regular people. Defiantly will try the furniture polish method!
You oil your cables and housing. Won't the oil collect dust and gum them up?
To paraphrase a quote from Stevil Knevil, "Ery'body got their own kind a candy".
Recently moved to WI. Recently bought a bike for bikepacking. Just found your channel. Hope to make it to your shop one day. Loving the content you put out. Thanks for the entertainment and info!
JIS screws are shaped a little different than Phillips screws, so if you use a Phillips screwdriver on them, there's always a chance you'll strip the head. Just ask anyone who has worked on vintage Japanese motorcycles.
Really appreciate this one for several reasons, but especially for calling attention to thinking about who the bike is for when you're working on it. Makes it more fun, in my opinion. On really small bikes I always adjust the throw of the brake levers anticipating somebody with smaller hands test riding the bike. Also, the off-camera chuckle at the end of the test ride. Kind of the exciting part of fixing up a bike that is so large! (Curious about the brake pads you're using. I use Shimano T-91 a lot, but yours look a lot longer. Reason for that?) Thanks again!
I'm fairly certain that bike will meet a similar fate as it has in the past, such as being riden with enthusiasm at first then being cast aside for another 5 years.
Lovely job on the brakes, not easy to get even the rear one so cwispy!
I've owned one of these for 30+ years. It's basically been to hell and back and have to say it's the bike that got me hooked on continuing to cycle and genuinely interested in bikes
What wheel size was that? It did not seem to be full sized 700c wheels?
Digging the Goodwill score! Totally agree with restorations vs reconditioning. I started out restoring, but changed to reconditioning. Most equipment, bikes included, are built to be used. Appreciate the vid!
Every time I touch something it always opens a can of worms, I still don't know how I go from a simple brake bleed to ending up with a completely dismantled bike. I'm always jealous of those that can run beaters for years, be it cars, bikes or just about anything
Holy pooop … that is beyond big
Big and tall as well as the very small have a terrible time with bike fit. This is a good thing. Nice work.
Excellent find! I'm always looking for XL bikes at thrift stores without any luck! My current project bike is a Trek 800 like that one, love the old steel rigid bikes
The Lemon Pledge is a good move, brilliant in fact. You are not selling bikes because of the bike itself, or the refurb you've done. You are selling sentiment. Your customers don't realize it but they are buying because subconsciously your shops scent reminds them of grandma's house.
hey Andy, regarding the canti setup I like your approach, but I personally would also use the barrel adjuster on the brake lever to support a proper setup. Just unscrew the adjuster (7mm would be enough to tighten the cable), then set the brake pads exactly close to the rim, tighten everything and release the cable tension on the levers again.
Solid tip but I think 3/13” is needed for a proper setup 🤓
sorry, I'm a European guy, used to the metric system 😅 But anyway, you're running a great channel and shop. I totally dig your views on overpriced bikes providing no real innovation to riders. @@bkefrmr
I struggle to get my leg over the XXL 29" Treks at the shop when working on them but XXXL would be my arch nemesis 😂
Do you find it's ok to put giant branded tires on a trek bike? It's like putting something with Mercedes logo on BMW car or otherwise.
lol. I couldn’t care less!
I like big Treks and I cannot lie...
I like big treks that I cannot ride
Have any online bike shopping?
06:05 320lbs guy here. I'm riding Rigida Sputnik rims (700C, 36H), a European brand, for over 20.000km and nothing failed yet except 2 spokes. Decent steel bikes and aluminium rims can withstand a lot more than they are offiicially rated for IF you ride them carefully. Not going hard offroad, don't ride stairs etc. I use 40mm Litte Big Ben tires from Schwalbe (they sadly last only 2500km but are dirt cheap for around 20€/$). (all rides logged with Wahoo on Strava, they are real)
I still have my 22 inch 1997 TREK 820 I bought new, it's a US made frame and fork. It'd 3 X 9 with full Deore XT now, only the frame and fork are original but the original paint and decals are in fantastic condition. Still one of my favorite rides. We also still have my wife's '97 *@) that's been updated multiple times, hers was built in Taiwan and you can tell the difference.
hi🌷
Is there any way to deal with older good tires that have been sitting inside?
Anyway to save them?
Thanks
🥳 Cheryl
If they are not very cracked and appear safe when looking and feeling inside them, pump up to 60 psi and inspect for bulges on the outside. If good you can ride them. They will not be so good in the wet. As the compounds will have hardened so be cautious.
New tyres are always a fantastic cheapish upgrade
If the tires are good, why do they need saving? Just put air in them and go for a ride. Don’t ride over sharp things.
Thanks for your help!👍
Man, the little bit of wisdom you dropped in there felt like it came at the perfect moment. I found this video while trying to learn about the old Trek I just found for myself, and you’ve given me some inspiration sir!
Ok I watched Bob Ross as well. But you need something that catchy like how he used to slap has brush and giggle. Oh I know you can spin the wheel and let your finger nail hit the spokes as they spin then giggle. I really like watching the videos you put out they are informative and relaxing. Keep up the great work and stay safe out there.
It IS huge as all the bikes I find are huge. I have a Multitrack, a Singletrack, an Antelope. I want a Mountaintrack but I never see them on trash night, or on Craigslist, or in the thrift store. If I ever do find one it'll be for someone 9' 12". Excellent vid!
I love the bigger frames on the old school MTBs for city work and mini touring. Sold off my dedicated touring bikes in favor of them because they were so sturdy. And, many of them had Shimano BioPace chainrings which flatten hills. Others had the Sakae Oval-Tech version, which is just as good. They're not really oval, but a parallegram.
I'm 5-11 with a 32 inch inseam. All mine have been 23" frames for best fit and comfort on pavement.
Another thing I like about these old bikes was that a lot of them had most - if not all - the bosses and braze-ons of touring bikes, as well as double eyelets front and rear. My current 1987 Trek 820 has all that, plus the raked touring forks that absorb road shock better than the later straight tube forks. Bosses on the forks, too.
Can't destroy the Shimano Deore shift system either. Would have happened by now. Been toying with the idea of going drop bars, using bar end shifers, which will work without much fuss....
I have soma xxl 10 speed in my attic,bo.bought new in 1978 for around 200 dollars. Made in Japan. Not ridden in 35 yrs.,good bike in it's time= anyone else have a soma ??
Great calming bike tune up! Enjoyed the jazz as well! Thanks! Key West Rick
Hi Andy. Just dropping by to say thank you for your channel. I’ve watched your funny videos with friends and laughed a lot and now I’m learning from you. I believe biking is the answer to a lot of current issues.
Bikes are good!
What a fantastic video about a fantastic bike! Had I been 4000 miles nearer I'd have bought it lol. It's just what I need (tall guy) 🤣
I'm 6.0' I've ridden one of those and I like it. I'd probably buy it if I saw it on the sales floor, with my trade-in Trek in the bargain I hope.
“Always be looking for inspiration in your life, you never know where you are going to find it” . Obvious in first thought…..if i had thought of it first. Nice one. Do i need to say this video is great? Because it is.
time well spent on this content, thanks. what will the ride go for?
Probably $299
Bought a 90's Kona with nice components for $20 a few years ago but did not check the seatpost....What a fun project trying to get it out. Out of frustration gave the frame away and sold components online. lesson learned.
6 foot six rider here. It’s funny how huge bikes look with 26 inch wheels. So I know you hate mountain bikers, but is there any actual mountain bike riding around where your shop is located?
I don’t hate mountain bikers
I meant that in the same satirical tone from the last video. But still curious about the riding in the area.
I've watched a few of your clean-up/restoration videos and I'm wondering if you ever use a bucket of soap and water to wash off the dirt and grease? I use the Dawn Power Wash on my drivetrains and car wash soap for the rest of the bike. I do like the Bob Ross "Happy Bikes" vibe. 🙂 Thanks!
The acoustic brake thump had me imagining you doing a video compilation of bicycle sounds. Com'n the kitties will love it.
I'd be a buyer for that frame at a thrift store. Tall frames are hard to find. Most of your street find bikes around here are medium to small. If I was keeping it for myself I'd go full rebuild and replace some of the parts. I don't like those brakes at all. I have dozens of dead ones like them in my bins. Some other stuff too, depending what I had in my bins or could be had for cheap. One thing I do is when I have a bare frame is wash it well with detergent then put gas on a paper towel or rag and buff off the frame. A lot of unseen grease and oily finger prints come off doing the gas buff.
Hey andy, i gotta nuvver solution for sticker removal , lighter fluid , good work on the giant trek , wohhhh !!!!! Wierd turn of phrase..
You can find tons of smaller frame bikes on marketplace. I'm 6'2 a larger frame there's something I look out for. But I do like a little frames for maneuverability his
Another great video fella. Your the Bob Ross of the cycle community. Keep it up. Do you do any wheel building?
So how do the wheels fail?
I love those old solid bikes. No high tech but authentic and way much cooler than a new low budget bycicle. So if you need something to cruise around and get your coffee or your candy go 2nd hand and not to the next discounter.
I have LOONNNG legs. I ride an XXL Trek Marlin right now and it feels great to ride a bike that fits!!
Lurch's bike.
I like the music but sometimes the level is a little high, you asked! Good channel!
Super relaxed and enjoyable to watch! Variety is the spice of life though!
Still can’t take in that you use furniture polish on braking areas however relaxing vids
"Ride around town, clear my head, go get some candy." A perfect life.
Please share link to JIS screw drivers
done. check description
Sir, you are the Mr Rogers of bike wrenching. Thanks for making it a wonderful day in the neighborhood.
lol, I left this comment before you mentioned bob ross and mister rogers. Love the vibe on this one.
yay, first!
I spotted a "The plural of vinyl is vinyl" sticker 😄
Nice job on refurbishing this beauty. Should be good for thousands and thousands of miles.
Anything in a Small Trek 820?
Usually Something equivalent at least
I like your videos you know what you doing.I would like see you do some 3 speed tell your opinion of them.I took them apart grease them.I put them on some of my bikes and used a chain drive motor on front wheel I live where there lot of hills so I used the motor to help out then rests of time I ride like a normal bicycle I like them I like to hear what you think of them.I use Shimano old and new ones have some sturmy Archer I have not used.One thing that I found wrong they come gear way to high to be able to pedal it so I gear them down and they work much better.
You'll know when the right customer comes in that needs this one, he'll be the one that hits his head on the top of the doorway 🤣😂
Nice! The handlebars look narrow for such a big bike. Looks good though.
I really enjoy make-over/tune-up videos.
The kid with candy is living his best life
Good tips.