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Forum: Electronics, Lighting, & Gadgets

10-16-11, 04:14 PM

Replies: 8

Sigma BC 2209 MHR issue

Views: 5,180

Posted By JParr

The Sigma wireless stuff only tries to sync when...

The Sigma wireless stuff only tries to sync when it is first attached to the mount. Someones the cadence sensor or heartrate monitor won't show up on the display. Removing the computer form the mount...

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

04-28-11, 07:12 PM

Replies: 3

Trouble keeping disc rotor from scratching frame when removing rear wheel

Views: 5,251

Posted By JParr

I ended up zip tying a piece of an old tube at...

I ended up zip tying a piece of an old tube at the spot the disc would scrape. Covers the scrape, and prevents new gouges.

Forum: General Cycling Discussion

04-06-11, 08:08 PM

Replies: 10

Buying a bike in NYC

Views: 771

Posted By JParr

Go to R&A in Bklyn. When they say they don't have...

Go to R&A in Bklyn. When they say they don't have anything for $200, don't take no for an answer. Eventually they'll find something.

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

04-03-11, 03:12 PM

Replies: 27

Broken Spoke Nipples

Views: 6,641

Posted By JParr

Brass or Aluminum?

Brass or Aluminum?

Forum: Commuting

03-06-11, 06:06 PM

Replies: 45

Which handlebars?

Views: 5,118

Posted By JParr

Which handlebars?

Thinking about building up a dedicated commuter, and am not sure what bars to go with. I currently commute on either a flat bar mountain bike and a drop bar road bike. The flat bar is nicer in town,...

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

03-02-11, 07:59 PM

Replies: 27

New Brake Cable Installation

Views: 2,198

Posted By JParr

You have your grips on the wrong way around. ...

You have your grips on the wrong way around.

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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

01-25-11, 03:57 PM

Replies: 5

derailleur hanger glued on?

Views: 1,199

Posted By JParr

Tap it *gently* with a hammer or even the handle...

Tap it *gently* with a hammer or even the handle of a screwdriver towards the driveside of the frame. it should pop off.

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

01-23-11, 09:40 PM

Replies: 26

Wobbly Cassette...?

Views: 10,737

Posted By JParr

It is probably the hub, I have had three...

It is probably the hub, I have had three different cassettes on that same OEM Specialized hub and they all wobble. I've tried just tightening the lockring finger tight, and also torquing it down, no...

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

01-23-11, 07:35 PM

Replies: 7

Dump Jalco GX460 or replace the spokes and keep them?

Views: 8,632

Posted By JParr

I just didn't want to be without wheels in case...

I just didn't want to be without wheels in case rebuilding them went bad. New rims are only $40ish each, for the Kinlins, so figured what the hell.

Forum: Road Cycling

01-23-11, 07:08 PM

Replies: 20

Wheel build question

Views: 934

Posted By JParr

The RR465 is a pretty strong rim, especially with...

The RR465 is a pretty strong rim, especially with 32 hole lacing. I have a MTB rear laced up with revolutions and a disc hub. It is a touch flexy, but never had an issue. The Revs are hard to build...

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

01-23-11, 07:02 PM

Replies: 7

Dump Jalco GX460 or replace the spokes and keep them?

Views: 8,632

Posted By JParr

I'm 180 and took my two 2x 24 spoke front w/...

I'm 180 and took my two 2x 24 spoke front w/ CX-Ray and XR-270 down some rather rough fire road last weekend, and its still straight as can be. I'd at least eBay some old decent hubs, or get new from...

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

01-23-11, 05:17 PM

Replies: 7

Dump Jalco GX460 or replace the spokes and keep them?

Views: 8,632

Posted By JParr

I just put together new wheels for my 2007 Allez...

I just put together new wheels for my 2007 Allez double, and had the same stock wheels as you. I agree that the stuck hubs are horrible, as noted in another thread, I have a wobbly cassette, and the...

Forum: Bicycle Mechanics

01-23-11, 09:16 AM

Replies: 26

Wobbly Cassette...?

Views: 10,737

Posted By JParr

I have a Specialized rear wheel on my bike, and...

I have a Specialized rear wheel on my bike, and any cassette, including the SRAM that came on the bike will wobble when freewheeling. If the cassette is being driven by the chain, there is no visible...

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