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07-02-21, 09:03 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 660
Posted By Riveting

I have the MTX TRUNKBAG EXP, and would recommend...

I have the MTX TRUNKBAG EXP, and would recommend it. It fits lunch, shoes, and a full change of clothes.
07-01-21, 06:00 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 1,599
Posted By Litespud

if anything, it looks like your big ring is in...

if anything, it looks like your big ring is in trouble. I can see some "shark fin" asymmetry in the teeth. Your small ring looks OK
06-29-21, 07:18 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,663
Posted By johbren

old trek brought back to life

The other day i noticed the rear tire wobbling on my specialized cross roads sport. Checked it out and one spoke was torn completly out of the rim. Still waiting on my new trek verve. so I dug out my...
06-22-21, 04:16 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,935
Posted By Slowkevin

Did it solve the issue? My hardtail hd that issue...

Did it solve the issue? My hardtail hd that issue despite replacing the 3x chainrings and cassette - but then I went 1x
06-20-21, 10:12 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,935
Posted By Trakhak

Doing my mindreading act and speaking for the OP:...

Doing my mindreading act and speaking for the OP: "Slipping---chain slips on one cog without jumping to another cog. Happens only under pressure (starting from a stationary position or standing up to...
06-18-21, 09:17 AM
Replies: 7,837
Views: 2,861,121
Posted By mikehuangsd

Here's another old hybrid -> new gravel bike...

Here's another old hybrid -> new gravel bike conversion.

based on a 2007 Trek Multritrack hybrid frame

Please give me likes.
...
06-17-21, 08:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,088
Posted By Kapusta

This is the correct bar for the OP’s friend

This is the correct bar for the OP’s friend
06-17-21, 07:53 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,935
Posted By Slowkevin

yeah may be a good time to go 1x, get a cog with...

yeah may be a good time to go 1x, get a cog with a wider range
06-17-21, 07:37 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,088
Posted By freeranger

Amazon.com : Thomson Ti Riser MTB Bike Handle...

Amazon.com : Thomson Ti Riser MTB Bike Handle Bar, 780x15mm : Bike Handlebars : Sports & Outdoors...
06-17-21, 01:28 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,088
Posted By Chandne

I generally have been going wider over years. ...

I generally have been going wider over years. I'm 6' and have longish arms. I really like bars in the 780-790 mm range. My favorite is the Syntace line in carbon with a 25mm rise and I think a 9...
06-17-21, 06:25 AM
Replies: 7,837
Views: 2,861,121
Posted By Speedway2

I used a pair of side-cutters on my 1995 Marin...

I used a pair of side-cutters on my 1995 Marin Muirwoods. The 26yo dork disk literally crumbled apart after a few snips....
06-16-21, 10:42 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,935
Posted By Slowkevin

If the bike has a lot of miles the chain and or...

If the bike has a lot of miles the chain and or chainrings and or cogs could be worn.
06-16-21, 05:18 PM
Replies: 7,837
Views: 2,861,121
Posted By Brambo

Canyon Roadlite CF 8.0 ...

Canyon Roadlite CF 8.0
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06-15-21, 07:59 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,385
Posted By bobthebike

Changed cassette and pedals

Changed cassette and pedals
06-14-21, 04:51 PM
Replies: 7,837
Views: 2,861,121
Posted By Speedway2

Smokinapancake.....did you find out was caused...

Smokinapancake.....did you find out was caused the "wicked" bend in the bar and was there any other damage as a result?
I think getting rid of the dork disc will freshen the look a bit.....
06-07-21, 12:50 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,385
Posted By Slowkevin

Other big weight savers are going tubeless and...

Other big weight savers are going tubeless and 1x. Dropped 9.6lbs (32 down to 22.4) off my Crosstrail disc with most of the weight loss coming from the fork, removing the front derailleur and getting...
06-06-21, 08:17 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,385
Posted By Slowkevin

Rigid steel fork but considering a carbon fork to...

Rigid steel fork but considering a carbon fork to save more weight. Getting rid of the heavy hybrid fork really woke up my bikes handling and climbing.
06-06-21, 04:51 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,385
Posted By Outrider1

New pedals and grips.

New pedals and grips.
06-02-21, 03:54 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 1,418
Posted By Mad Honk

Rob, It says so right there on the down...

Rob,
It says so right there on the down tube: Diamond Trek. Har! MH
06-02-21, 11:49 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,518
Posted By Eric F

First ride - all good! I'm very pleased with how...

First ride - all good! I'm very pleased with how everything worked out. 32x19 gearing is good, and now that I know it works, I will be upgrading the cassette cog to something non-ramped....
06-01-21, 01:48 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,147
Posted By cxwrench

If you're afraid to go into a bike shop because...

If you're afraid to go into a bike shop because of 'covid' I don't know what to say.
06-01-21, 10:56 AM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,147
Posted By Eric F

Since it seems you aren't familiar with doing...

Since it seems you aren't familiar with doing your own bike mechanical work, I highly recommend taking your bike to a local shop, and ask them to replace the cables, chain, derailleur nut, and give...
05-31-21, 09:49 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,518
Posted By Eric F

Final assembly complete... ...

Final assembly complete...
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Frame: Trek 9900 (1999 "two face" paint)
Fork: Manitou Ti-SX...
05-31-21, 08:17 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 9,147
Posted By Rolla

Get vaccinated.

Get vaccinated.
05-31-21, 11:38 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,385
Posted By IcySwan1

Swapped OEM flat pedals on new Roll Elite to...

Swapped OEM flat pedals on new Roll Elite to Shimano SPDs [M324s I think]. Never rode clipped before so I got a pedal that is flat on one side and clipped om the other to hedge my bets. It works...
05-28-21, 06:25 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,038
Posted By overthebars

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05-28-21, 09:47 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,385
Posted By Chuckles1

Schwalbe Marathon 700x45 rear tire Bar end...

Schwalbe Marathon 700x45 rear tire
Bar end mirror left side
Front and rear lights
REAR rack and pack
500W Bafang rear hub drive motor kit and 48V 20 Ah triangle battery
05-27-21, 01:03 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,385
Posted By camjr

Ergon GP2 grips Upgraded tires from factory to...

Ergon GP2 grips
Upgraded tires from factory to Schwalbe Marathon after the originals wore down
pedals with straps and cages
Forum: Fatbikes
05-26-21, 12:15 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,535
Posted By James1964

As others have mentioned, "Yes" if it's Shimano. ...

As others have mentioned, "Yes" if it's Shimano. But, you might need a narrower chain.
05-26-21, 04:32 AM
Replies: 2,216
Views: 830,679
Posted By FREEBIRD1

I tried running lower pressures, it helped...

I tried running lower pressures, it helped slightly but I am still taking too many jolts, the great efficiency of the bike is offset by the beating I would take going any distance on roads. It's...
05-25-21, 08:32 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,518
Posted By Happy Feet

Look at compressionless housings for the brake...

Look at compressionless housings for the brake cables. One pack should have enough length to do both brakes.
I recently found these and probably won't use the traditional ones again for a build...
05-18-21, 10:53 AM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,385
Posted By GeoffNA

UPDATE: Mods on my 2021 Sirrus X 5.0: -...

UPDATE:

Mods on my 2021 Sirrus X 5.0:

- SQLab 30x carbon bars, 45mm rise, 12* back sweep, cut to 700mm
- SQLab 702 grips, M
- SQLab 410/402 Inner bar ends
- SQLab 610 Ergolux Active 2.0...
05-17-21, 12:50 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,385
Posted By pisuicas

love crankbrothers stamp 1 pedals, chesters are...

love crankbrothers stamp 1 pedals, chesters are not bad.
05-15-21, 04:17 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,294
Posted By Delmarva

And you might consider a separate single speed...

And you might consider a separate single speed bike. That way you will keep the more flexible bike.
05-05-21, 06:16 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,427
Posted By hokiefyd

Rim brake pads should last for many hundreds of...

Rim brake pads should last for many hundreds of miles. If you bought new pads for the front and the rear, and your rears are already worn, that suggests either a material defect in the rear pair you...
04-19-21, 10:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,568
Posted By SEATrek

Thanks for your kind replies. I got back from...

Thanks for your kind replies. I got back from Portland yesterday afternoon and have the Panaracer tires installed as well as the new headlight and tail light (Bontrager using the Blendr mount in the...
04-17-21, 10:32 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 2,328
Posted By ccollins3890

Thanks everyone for the replies and the advice. I...

Thanks everyone for the replies and the advice. I ended up with a great bike for me and another for my wife and was able to stay just within our budget when the two were combined thanks to the help...
04-13-21, 07:11 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 782
Posted By hokiefyd

What matters is the derailleur is designed to...

What matters is the derailleur is designed to support the largest sprocket. A Megarange typically has a 34-tooth large sprocket. In general, any derailleur designed to support that should work. ...
Forum: Commuting
04-11-21, 07:54 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,738
Posted By dedhed

Fenders or not your bike will get a lot dirtier...

Fenders or not your bike will get a lot dirtier with road grit and slime.
Forum: Commuting
04-09-21, 01:33 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,738
Posted By ClydeClydeson

Good quality bikes have well sealed bearings and...

Good quality bikes have well sealed bearings and should be fine ridden in the rain, as long as the parts don't get submerged. Use a 'wet' lube (some type of oil, not wax), and wipe down and lightly...
Forum: Commuting
04-09-21, 09:53 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,738
Posted By randallr

Shoes can tend to get soaked. When I commuted in...

Shoes can tend to get soaked. When I commuted in Seattle I used to have a spare pair, along with dry socks, in the office.
Forum: Road Cycling
04-08-21, 07:24 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 4,270
Posted By Keefusb

I know this will be controversial but back in the...

I know this will be controversial but back in the days before I had a good place to wash my bikes, I would put them on the roof rack, and take them to one of those self-service drive-in car wash...
04-05-21, 06:29 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,117
Posted By Rolla

Lemon Pledge for the frame. A degreaser for the...

Lemon Pledge for the frame.
A degreaser for the drivetrain parts.
Lotsa rags.
04-05-21, 05:17 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,117
Posted By cxwrench

Do you have any idea how many threads/posts there...

Do you have any idea how many threads/posts there are on this exact subject?
04-05-21, 05:16 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,385
Posted By jaxgtr

I love my Time ATAC XC pedals. I moved all my...

I love my Time ATAC XC pedals. I moved all my times to these pedals, road, mountain, and commuter.
04-05-21, 05:00 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,117
Posted By ofajen

In the winter, I rinse off the mud and crud from...

In the winter, I rinse off the mud and crud from the bottom bracket area with water sprayed from my water bottle. Now that it’s not so muddy, I usually just clean the dust and splatter with a brush...
04-04-21, 06:34 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 7,385
Posted By brucedelta

I ordered the Shimano Deore XT PD-T8000 SPD pedal...

I ordered the Shimano Deore XT PD-T8000 SPD pedal that is SPD on one side and flat on the other. It should be here Tuesday and I will see how it works out, but I wanted the flexibility to ride with...
04-04-21, 04:24 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,175
Posted By biker128pedal

Good on you. Now ride. :thumb: Next year or...

Good on you. Now ride. :thumb:

Next year or so the market will be flooded with used bikes from those who bought because the could not get into the gym or bars.
04-03-21, 08:56 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,126
Posted By bruce19

On motorcycle trips cross country with friends we...

On motorcycle trips cross country with friends we just took turns paying and saved all receipts. At the end of the trip we totaled the entire thing. Then we each added up what we had paid. If your...
03-31-21, 05:57 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 1,619
Posted By hokiefyd

I think we probably need a better description of...

I think we probably need a better description of "slipping". Bikesarecool21 later clarified that it's "slipping" when shifting from a higher gear to a lower one. I presume this means when shifting...
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