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Forum: Road Cycling
06-17-24, 08:00 PM
Replies: 238
Views: 23,916
Posted By tFUnK

Over the past 10 years or so, my perspective on...

Over the past 10 years or so, my perspective on this has evolved. These days, if I come up on a rider from behind, then they're not worth drafting anyway. And if someone passes me, I might hop on for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-24, 02:39 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 229
Posted By tFUnK

It'll say "Rapid Rise" - avoid those.

It'll say "Rapid Rise" - avoid those.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-24, 02:35 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 250
Posted By tFUnK

The reason it drops on the inside is because the...

The reason it drops on the inside is because the chain is trying to jump from small to large but having trouble catching on, and if the pedal stroke isn't smooth, or if the road buzz is causing the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-24, 10:57 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 905
Posted By tFUnK

Yup, I used the tool and followed the provided...

Yup, I used the tool and followed the provided instructions. Kontact you're absolutely correct something is causing it to flex when installed into the shell. Today I went to take it all apart and...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-24, 11:38 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 934
Posted By tFUnK

Not sure how I missed this as a fellow GT Ti...

Not sure how I missed this as a fellow GT Ti owner.
https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulletin/2000x1504/img_20240411_155732_2_3a3d008da79bb29691cfb53ea1df12b94b7343de.jpg
I've built it...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-16-24, 03:14 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 934
Posted By tFUnK

Sometime during the past 20 years carbon has made...

Sometime during the past 20 years carbon has made it to the masses. No longer reserved for just pro tour level bikes, carbon frames began being offered at the mid tiers.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-24, 02:59 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 331
Posted By tFUnK

In the days when QR was the norm, such parts may...

In the days when QR was the norm, such parts may have been called hub locknuts or axle spacers. Nowadays with thru axle wheels, the parts that meet the frame are often interchangeable to accommodate...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-24, 02:53 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 156
Posted By tFUnK

Make sure the lock nuts are tightened to spec....

Make sure the lock nuts are tightened to spec. You say the disc rubs - this can happen when changing wheelsets - maybe just re-adjust the caliper to get rid of the rub?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-16-24, 02:28 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 905
Posted By tFUnK

My Token Ninja 3724 (BB90 replacement) finally...

My Token Ninja 3724 (BB90 replacement) finally arrived and I tried to install it this evening. I say "try" because popping out the original bearings was easy, as was threading in the Token Ninja....
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-12-24, 10:25 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 490
Posted By tFUnK

The freehub body is held tight by (usually some...

The freehub body is held tight by (usually some type of threaded) endcaps, not by QR alone. Sometimes the endcaps can be loose, in which case the freehub internals can be subject to dirt and damage.
Forum: Touring
06-11-24, 01:24 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 697
Posted By tFUnK

Just came back from Japan last month and Japan is...

Just came back from Japan last month and Japan is a cheap trip these days but I did not find lodging to be all that cheap, at least not in Tokyo. I guess compared to the US it is still slightly...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
06-11-24, 01:09 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 899
Posted By tFUnK

I think it's great what you and your roommates...

I think it's great what you and your roommates have developed. There's definitely a learning curve for all the functions. And the road classification colors make the map and menu items difficult to...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-10-24, 02:04 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 570
Posted By tFUnK

Depends on the riding buddy(ies).

Depends on the riding buddy(ies).
Forum: Mountain Biking
06-07-24, 11:28 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,119
Posted By tFUnK

Interesting formula. Puts my max width at just...

Interesting formula. Puts my max width at just about 800mm. Just did a ride on 800mm bars today and I am now convinced that it's too wide. Tempted to chop 25 mm from each end before the next ride to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-24, 12:04 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 835
Posted By tFUnK

Haven't tried any of this but maybe soak the pads...

Haven't tried any of this but maybe soak the pads in isopropyl alcohol then burn it off as suggested above. The other thing I can think of is to put it in an ultrasonic cleaner with some...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
06-01-24, 10:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,633
Posted By tFUnK

Agree this forum is biased with folks who prefer...

Agree this forum is biased with folks who prefer builds over off the shelf. Part of the fun for me is putting together a bike the way I want, even if it's not the most cost effective. In years past...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-01-24, 08:44 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 1,627
Posted By tFUnK

I'd be a big hypocrite if I tried to talk someone...

I'd be a big hypocrite if I tried to talk someone out of getting a new bike. But seems like you could use a new shop or a new mechanic if their solution to replacing bearings is to get a new wheel...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-31-24, 08:51 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 2,408
Posted By tFUnK

Old thread but curious if anyone has done this....

Old thread but curious if anyone has done this. Why? Just curious I guess. I upgraded my gravel bike so I've got an older CX bike to play around with (currently already set up as a flatbar gravel...
Forum: Mountain Biking
05-31-24, 08:36 PM
Replies: 28
Views: 1,119
Posted By tFUnK

Coming from the old school when 580mm was common,...

Coming from the old school when 580mm was common, going to 640mm was a big change. I did trails and singletrack on the 640mm for a while and never felt lacking, but the modern 700mm+ bars had me...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-26-24, 08:30 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 357
Posted By tFUnK

I've used gorilla glue tape, not glue, as patches...

I've used gorilla glue tape, not glue, as patches for TPU tubes.
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-25-24, 12:23 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,633
Posted By tFUnK

If you can get 28-32mm tires onto your road bike,...

If you can get 28-32mm tires onto your road bike, you might not need a dedicated gravel bike for the Katy trail
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-24-24, 07:24 AM
Replies: 121
Views: 5,456
Posted By tFUnK

You didn't direct this towards me but I'll chime...

You didn't direct this towards me but I'll chime in anyway: TPU is lighter, more durable, and easier to install than latex. Latex is subjectively more supple and objectively faster rolling than TPU.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-24, 04:42 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 736
Posted By tFUnK

True PeteHski SoSmellyAir I'm still running...

True PeteHski SoSmellyAir
I'm still running 10sp.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-23-24, 04:39 PM
Replies: 121
Views: 5,456
Posted By tFUnK

Since TPU is just plastic, in theory all one...

Since TPU is just plastic, in theory all one needs to patch it with is a non-permeable sticker or tape. Unlike with butyl tubes, the patch won't bond chemically, but the sticker or tape should hold...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-23-24, 09:43 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 736
Posted By tFUnK

Well, that was never a concern to me as I'm not...

Well, that was never a concern to me as I'm not buying Shimano branded chains from AliExpress. But, your point is valid for the KMC chains I've seen sold on Ali, for example - I would not be...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-22-24, 04:57 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,001
Posted By tFUnK

The old school in me thinks an old XT or XTR disc...

The old school in me thinks an old XT or XTR disc hub would be fun to build around.

Where are you finding carbon rims for the build, though? Even on AliExpress carbon rims are pretty pricey.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 04:52 PM
Replies: 493
Views: 161,638
Posted By tFUnK

These old school Lemonds, do they fit a 28mm tire?

These old school Lemonds, do they fit a 28mm tire?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 04:41 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 631
Posted By tFUnK

Me neither, if $7 is the difference per tire. ...

Me neither, if $7 is the difference per tire.

The link I posted shows $50 for a pair of GSRs which I consider to be pretty cheap. I guess since it's AliExpress one might wonder about the...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 04:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 736
Posted By tFUnK

There's a difference between cheap stuff and fake...

There's a difference between cheap stuff and fake stuff - I'm not advocating for buying knockoffs here.

FWIW the only chains I've ever snapped were Shimano 10sp chains but admittedly that was due...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 04:24 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 508
Posted By tFUnK

Nice, I do the same exercise - regular route but...

Nice, I do the same exercise - regular route but on different bikes, just to mix it up.

Remind me, does your Photon have the seat mast or does it take a regular seat post?
Forum: Road Cycling
05-22-24, 04:15 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 631
Posted By tFUnK

The AliExpress link has multiple product options,...

The AliExpress link has multiple product options, the Grand Sport Race is on there, along with the Ultra Sports.

Sorry, I posted the wrong blog link, good catch. Here's the review on the GSRs...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-24, 05:30 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 584
Posted By tFUnK

Ok let's start over: 1) so the bike shifts...

Ok let's start over:
1) so the bike shifts fine going from small to middle, middle to small, correct?
2) another click on the shifter doesn't move the cable? Or is there not another click because...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 09:42 AM
Replies: 493
Views: 161,638
Posted By tFUnK

Whenever I stumble upon this thread, I go on CL...

Whenever I stumble upon this thread, I go on CL afterwards to see what's available 😁

Had a very basic Lemond once: ...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 09:23 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 4,408
Posted By tFUnK

Similar experience here, been on and off gloves...

Similar experience here, been on and off gloves over the years. Agree that basic is best, half finger fitting better than full (and easier to grab things, work with touch screens, etc) - I only ride...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 09:20 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 4,408
Posted By tFUnK

Was he wearing gloves, though

Was he wearing gloves, though
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 09:17 AM
Replies: 10,425
Views: 3,373,591
Posted By tFUnK

At some point, the CAADs will also qualify for...

At some point, the CAADs will also qualify for C&V status. That point may or may not have already passed 🤔

Sort of related - I miss this post-criterium, pre-CAAD 2.8.
...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 09:11 AM
Replies: 10,425
Views: 3,373,591
Posted By tFUnK

Oof, gnarly. Sounds like you had a case of PTA...

Oof, gnarly. Sounds like you had a case of PTA (post-trauma amnesia).

I was chased by a homeless guy's dog once - I didn't go down but I did get nipped.

All my bikes are still SRAM 10sp and...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 08:50 AM
Replies: 110
Views: 4,408
Posted By tFUnK

My guess is gloves make it slightly more...

My guess is gloves make it slightly more difficult to get warmers or jackets off while on the bike. Might also impact bottle and musette pickups in feed zones.

Personally I like gloves for the UV...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 08:44 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 736
Posted By tFUnK

I dunno man, I've ran AliExpress chains and...

I dunno man, I've ran AliExpress chains and cassettes without issue. I'm not saying they're as good as SRAM or Shimano, but for my purposes they're fine.

But back to your question - whether...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-24, 08:35 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 850
Posted By tFUnK

Maybe I'm just old school but that seems really...

Maybe I'm just old school but that seems really low. At my weight the optimal pressure is 90psi with 25mm tires. But I guess if it works it works. I would send them a picture of every pinch flat I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-24, 08:26 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 872
Posted By tFUnK

I don't think that is a thing - wheels aren't...

I don't think that is a thing - wheels aren't dependant on what type of caliper mount is required.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-24, 08:23 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 584
Posted By tFUnK

Limit screws

Limit screws
Forum: Northern California
05-21-24, 04:21 AM
Replies: 32
Views: 2,130
Posted By tFUnK

A couple of points: - on MUPs cyclists yield...

A couple of points:
- on MUPs cyclists yield to pedestrians.
- MUPs are considered recreational trails and that allows for folks to stop momentarily vs. always needing to be in a state of motion....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-21-24, 03:56 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 872
Posted By tFUnK

Something is not right if the old setup worked...

Something is not right if the old setup worked but the new one doesn't. I feel like there's some info missing. Given that the LBS already looked at it and recommended a new fork, I'm not sure...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-21-24, 03:19 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 631
Posted By tFUnK

AliExpress (https://a.aliexpress.com/_mOq18qe)...

AliExpress (https://a.aliexpress.com/_mOq18qe) has been good to me. I like the Grand Sport Race (don't take my word for it, take Ray Hosler's...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 10:24 PM
Replies: 43
Views: 38,879
Posted By tFUnK

At some point I owned that frame as well as those...

At some point I owned that frame as well as those wheels. Loved the frame, regret selling it even though it only fit 25mm tires max. The wheels, they looked nice but were too heavy....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 05:46 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 489
Posted By tFUnK

I'm going to guess it's 135mm from inside of...

I'm going to guess it's 135mm from inside of dropout to inside of dropout. If you're measuring tip of axle to tip of axle, that may bring it to 140mm. 135mm is the locknut to locknut distance and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 05:42 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 254
Posted By tFUnK

It's a rebadged RS Mag fork so maybe look for a...

It's a rebadged RS Mag fork so maybe look for a manual online? If I were to guess I'd start with like 5 ml and adjusted as needed.
It's an air/oil fork so maybe all that's needed is a pump up?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-24, 05:40 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 261
Posted By tFUnK

Haven't tried but have looked into getting a...

Haven't tried but have looked into getting a Token Ninja 3724 thread together BB to replace my BB90. Going to do this conversion in a couple of weeks but you may not wish to wait two weeks for me to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-07-24, 07:35 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 1,936
Posted By tFUnK

https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/bikeforums.net-vbulle...

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Apologies for posting this so many times recently but I think it...
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