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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-23, 10:55 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 566
Posted By jon c.

As a general rule I won't buy online from anyone...

As a general rule I won't buy online from anyone who doesn't have a valid address.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-23, 04:57 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 566
Posted By jadmt

No address listed nothing of any substance listed...

No address listed nothing of any substance listed about them…run don’t walk….
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-19-23, 01:31 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 566
Posted By TiHabanero

Website dates as 2023. Could very well be a fly...

Website dates as 2023. Could very well be a fly by nite company, could be legit long term. Dunno.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-18-23, 11:34 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 566
Posted By veganbikes

Never heard of them or seen their stuff anywhere....

Never heard of them or seen their stuff anywhere. I cannot seem to find info on them as well other than a generic website and an eBay listing. I don't love companies that replace "C" with "K" it just...
Forum: Touring
09-14-23, 08:40 AM
Replies: 67
Views: 3,904
Posted By cyccommute

A Hollowtech II 9 speed mountain crank will work...

A Hollowtech II 9 speed mountain crank will work with your road bike. You may need to get a mountain bearing which is longer and you will have to use 5mm of spacers. Mountain bottom brackets for 9...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-03-23, 03:17 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,308
Posted By pepperbelly

Power slide? Dirt track racing is different from...

Power slide? Dirt track racing is different from paved driving and racing.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
09-01-23, 06:59 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,143
Posted By smd4

But a 23mm tire transmits way more road feel to...

But a 23mm tire transmits way more road feel to the rider compared to a "graceful" 40mm couch cushion.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-28-23, 01:22 PM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,308
Posted By downtube42

Much the same way you turn when running....

Much the same way you turn when running. Offsetting your COG by counter stepping (i e. stepping offset slightly opposite of the direction you want to turn), so you can change directions without...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-28-23, 08:45 AM
Replies: 143
Views: 5,308
Posted By msu2001la

100% Counter-steering is an intuitive (and...

100%
Counter-steering is an intuitive (and necessary) part of staying upright on a bike and turning corners. This subtle movement is what initiates any direction change. Most people have no idea...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-23, 08:19 AM
Replies: 17
Views: 956
Posted By mpetry912

I saw that article and made the following...

I saw that article and made the following comment"

it's the cycling industrial complex gearing up to sell us the Next Thing You Gotta Have.
Bikes can't get any lighter, they can't cram in any...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-24-23, 05:39 AM
Replies: 37
Views: 2,703
Posted By shelbyfv

I've enjoyed riding these in 28, 32 and 38....

I've enjoyed riding these in 28, 32 and 38....
Forum: Classic & Vintage
08-20-23, 11:20 AM
Replies: 72
Views: 3,345
Posted By albrt

Coffee is fine in the morning. I'll stick with...

Coffee is fine in the morning. I'll stick with beer in the afternoon.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
08-06-23, 11:42 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 5,215
Posted By MinnMan

FWIW, I've always loved salad. I weigh what...

FWIW, I've always loved salad.

I weigh what I did in high school.

What works for me may not be for you.

Those posting single-theory-for-eveyrthing declarations (no processed foods,...
Forum: Electric Bikes
07-23-23, 09:45 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 659
Posted By Bald Paul

If it's as good and as safe as they claim, the EV...

If it's as good and as safe as they claim, the EV auto industry will be all over it.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-22-23, 10:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 879
Posted By icemilkcoffee

If I was building up a pair of MTB wheels, I...

If I was building up a pair of MTB wheels, I would most definitely go with tubeless ready rims. Like this:
https://www.modernbike.com/alex-adventure-2-rim-trs-26-36h-black-silver
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
07-18-23, 12:19 PM
Replies: 108
Views: 3,372
Posted By mschwett

but (and this is implicit in your description)...

but (and this is implicit in your description) the movement of the cage up front is basically shoving the chain over, making contact between the interior of the cage and the moving plates of the...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
07-07-23, 01:03 AM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 316,190
Posted By t2p

like a fine wine - original M900 XTR just keeps...

like a fine wine - original M900 XTR just keeps getting / looking better and better
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
07-03-23, 06:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 551
Posted By plumberroy

I bought the aluminum ones for my Surly Long Haul...

I bought the aluminum ones for my Surly Long Haul Trucker and Cross Check I bought another brand of wide pedals for my Surly Steamroller . I considered the composite ones. That is good to know...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-28-23, 07:06 AM
Replies: 107
Views: 6,962
Posted By Kontact

Adding nonstick particulate to your wax will only...

Adding nonstick particulate to your wax will only make it shed faster, if you care about longevity. Straight paraffin will stick and flow better, and is already a superior lubricant.
Forum: Touring
06-27-23, 05:28 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,644
Posted By Germany_chris

The saddle is Berthoud I have them on all my...

The saddle is Berthoud I have them on all my bikes I like the shape better than Brooks.



No, I'll throw 20kg in each bag and give it 10 or so mile ride.

===
I rode it to work this morning...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-27-23, 05:06 AM
Replies: 1,161
Views: 316,190
Posted By mstateglfr

I have had the Wolf Tooth Supple tape sitting on...

I have had the Wolf Tooth Supple tape sitting on my bench for a month now and really need to take time to just wrap the bars. My current tape is what I really love- Ritchey Pave(Cannondale Synapse)...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-24-23, 05:43 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 758
Posted By shelbyfv

SILCA chart (https://silca.cc/pages/sppc-form)

SILCA chart (https://silca.cc/pages/sppc-form)
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-18-23, 12:17 PM
Replies: 69
Views: 2,968
Posted By DangerousDanR

Tubeless tires.

Tubeless tires.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-23, 08:04 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 837
Posted By Crankycrank

I would first contact Velo Orange to find out if...

I would first contact Velo Orange to find out if they have any replacement parts for your clamp. They claim to have these made just for the VO brand and might have a line for spares from the place...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-23, 12:20 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 837
Posted By maddog34

if you insist on owning the IRD problem child...

if you insist on owning the IRD problem child seat post, you could try putting a dab of Valve Lapping Compound on it before you clamp it down at 30mm... the emery in the gel will give traction to the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-23, 09:26 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 837
Posted By trailangel

There is this Nitto 40mm setback, but I don't...

There is this Nitto 40mm setback, but I don't know if you can get it anymore. It would be more secure than the IRD.......and I have a lot of IRD stuff and like the IRD line:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-23, 09:05 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 837
Posted By trailangel

Wow...... that's a lot of setback. I 've never...

Wow...... that's a lot of setback. I 've never seen this one before. Brooks saddles need setback because of the way the rails are made. Campy works good with about 20mm setback. I bought Nitto......
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-23, 06:34 PM
Replies: 58
Views: 3,256
Posted By FBinNY

The Knipex and Felco C7 are the same toil with...

The Knipex and Felco C7 are the same toil with different branding.

There are also other excellent industrial quality options. Do a search for the proper classification------ Wire rope cutters.
...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-23, 08:40 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 5,729
Posted By PeteHski

Let’s review in 5 years time. Shimano are...

Let’s review in 5 years time. Shimano are conservative and for a while pushed back at the idea of 105 Di2. But then they realised the market really wants electronic groups at that level and now here...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
06-09-23, 03:13 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,651
Posted By squirtdad

tyrion 700cc wheels, I can put a 32 on...

tyrion 700cc wheels,

I can put a 32 on based on my lugged build 99.99% sure these will handle a 35 on a fillet brazed (dave kirk custome)


...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-28-23, 07:13 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,240
Posted By gugie

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyKwzpx-CWo

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DyKwzpx-CWo
Forum: Classic & Vintage
05-27-23, 04:44 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,240
Posted By 52telecaster

Yes but it's butted and it's the whole instead of...

Yes but it's butted and it's the whole instead of tres Tubi. I'm sure it's a good frameset.
Forum: Commuting
05-25-23, 11:15 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,209
Posted By I-Like-To-Bike

Get heavier strength zip ties.

Get heavier strength zip ties.
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-22-23, 02:38 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 512
Posted By Symox

video with Review of Panaracer DriverPros

Conclusion- even though I'm using this MTB tire on a gravel bike, I think it is excellent:

https://youtu.be/C8kzKuW2i7s
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-19-23, 07:14 AM
Replies: 130
Views: 5,184
Posted By shelbyfv

That's a stretch for sure.:roflmao: Here's a...

That's a stretch for sure.:roflmao: Here's a better idea Silca PSI Chart (https://silca.cc/pages/sppc-form)
Forum: Road Cycling
05-16-23, 07:43 PM
Replies: 115
Views: 15,652
Posted By Polaris OBark

Dog-eat-dog Kapitalizm: They are cheaping out...

Dog-eat-dog Kapitalizm: They are cheaping out with narrow 32mm tires, instead of putting 38mm tires on.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-05-23, 10:33 AM
Replies: 176
Views: 6,869
Posted By Eric F

I'm a waver. I'm also the guy who will start up...

I'm a waver. I'm also the guy who will start up a conversation if we're stopped at a stoplight together. It turns out, most bike people are pretty nice. Even the ones on $5k+ bikes wearing...
Forum: Touring
05-03-23, 10:26 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,966
Posted By mstateglfr

O would rather have a Wald 137 or 139 basket on...

O would rather have a Wald 137 or 139 basket on top of a front rack that use a pizza rack.
You can carry a bunch and it's much easier to load/unload.
Forum: Classic & Vintage
04-21-23, 11:08 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 3,651
Posted By squirtdad

there are lots of other options other than...

there are lots of other options other than shimano for cable pulled high end rim brakes

I just put the velo orange grand on a new frame and they handle bigger tires...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-18-23, 01:53 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 524
Posted By Ryan_M

That pressure seems excessive! I use that...

That pressure seems excessive! I use that pressure on my 700x28 tubeless tires and I'm 86kg. Even on my tubed hybrid 700x42 I use 45psi and could probably go a bit lower.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-23, 02:09 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,767
Posted By Kontact

You will not. Brake and shift ferrules have the...

You will not. Brake and shift ferrules have the same outside diameter and fit the same in frame stops.
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
04-09-23, 02:42 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,403
Posted By wooljersey

A bike unicorn for my wife!!!

As we get older, it has become harder and harder for my wife to mount her bike by raising her leg over the seat. She has been riding a titanium Seven Axiom with S&S couplers. So, our requirements for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-23, 05:10 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 746
Posted By shelbyfv

An old Octalink? Pull and replace crank and BB,...

An old Octalink? Pull and replace crank and BB, probably at least $100 if all goes well. Maybe ask about upgrading to a newer Hollowtech and crank, easy to DIY next time.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-05-23, 05:34 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,526
Posted By csport

Good mechanical disc brakes are not exactly...

Good mechanical disc brakes are not exactly cheap. Here is a review review of Paul Klampers and Growtac Equal. He also reviews Yokozuna, which is a rebranded Juin Tech hybrid hydraulic brake.

I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-03-23, 08:23 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 7,113
Posted By tomato coupe

The government is in the pocket of Big (Little?)...

The government is in the pocket of Big (Little?) Tire.
Forum: Commuting
04-02-23, 06:29 PM
Replies: 78
Views: 10,266
Posted By caloso

Multiple hand positions.

Multiple hand positions.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-23, 05:36 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 7,113
Posted By wolfchild

An act or practice of increasing prices and...

An act or practice of increasing prices and charging an unreasonable amount of money for consumer goods and services when supply is low and demand is high...Eg of this would be: Charging $ 50 dollars...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-02-23, 08:20 AM
Replies: 164
Views: 7,113
Posted By staehpj1

Bike tires are a very major factor in how the...

Bike tires are a very major factor in how the bike rides. Not the place to go cheap if you value ride quality.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-23, 06:12 PM
Replies: 164
Views: 7,113
Posted By Polaris OBark

I've appreciated mine, even before inflation. ...

I've appreciated mine, even before inflation.

That smell. That vulcanized rubber smell. I love the smell of Rene Herse tires in the morning, when you first open up that bag. That alone warrants...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-23, 08:52 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,238
Posted By squirtdad

here is mine with postino bars. don't have a pic...

here is mine with postino bars. don't have a pic how it is now with the left bank bars....may correct that later

SR Semi pro, with arabesque

I really like the tektro brake levers ...
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