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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
12-06-23, 11:02 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 4,087
Posted By frdfandc

I've only used Kuat tray mounts with a thread in...

I've only used Kuat tray mounts with a thread in hitch pin. No issues whatsoever.
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-23, 03:48 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,430
Posted By frdfandc

While that is all true, modern bikes have...

While that is all true, modern bikes have complete internal wiring, cables, and brake lines as you already know. ​​​​​​So anything ran internally is going to be a pain even with the correct tools...
Forum: Road Cycling
12-02-23, 03:43 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,430
Posted By frdfandc

Even with a magnet tool, it's still a challenge....

Even with a magnet tool, it's still a challenge. Building up a bike from parts is only a very small portion. My biggest issue was when a customer brought in a LBS bought bike with a Di2 issue....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-23, 11:16 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,430
Posted By frdfandc

Shimano dominates the market due to entry level...

Shimano dominates the market due to entry level components. If SRAM brought out a component series similar to CUES, the market share would decrease for Shimano. Yes, while Shimano does produce an...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-23, 11:03 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 391
Posted By frdfandc

You can match just about any rim to any hub. With...

You can match just about any rim to any hub. With a spoke length calculator, just enter the measured dimensions and that will get you the proper spoke length. I know how to measure the raw parts, but...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-23, 10:57 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 1,286
Posted By frdfandc

If you get the crank flush with the bottom...

If you get the crank flush with the bottom bracket, more than likely you over torqued the crank bolt and wallowed out the taper in the crank. Hollow spindle cranks usually sit flush or close to flush...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-23, 10:50 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 928
Posted By frdfandc

Never had an issue hanging a bike with hydraulic...

Never had an issue hanging a bike with hydraulic disc by the wheels. As mentioned before several times, if your brakes are soft from hanging, there was air already in the system. Air will always...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-30-23, 10:39 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 900
Posted By frdfandc

I am such a person who can do everything from a...

I am such a person who can do everything from a complete build from a pile of parts to a simple cable swap. As for it being basically brand new, the OP stated that the bike has approx 40 miles on it....
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-23, 10:24 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,430
Posted By frdfandc

I agree that most battery issues are user error,...

I agree that most battery issues are user error, and actual battery problems occur sometimes. But I feel SRAM gives riders the better opportunity to mitigate those user errors. I'm not saying Di2 is...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-30-23, 02:14 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 7,430
Posted By frdfandc

This is one reason I prefer SRAM over Shimano. At...

This is one reason I prefer SRAM over Shimano. At least with SRAM, if you're out and the rear derailleur battery runs out of juice, you can swap over the battery from the FD to the RD and still...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-30-23, 02:00 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 900
Posted By frdfandc

I just checked Bicycle Blue Book for the value on...

I just checked Bicycle Blue Book for the value on an excellent condition 2022 Stumpjumper Comp Alloy. Private sale price average for this bike is $2200-2300. So it's priced consistent with what BBB...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-29-23, 08:43 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 462
Posted By frdfandc

I'm not saying I'm a strong rider, in fact I'm...

I'm not saying I'm a strong rider, in fact I'm more along the lines as an average rider. Sure some people need lower gears, depending on where they live and how strong of a rider is. I've ridden...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-28-23, 12:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 462
Posted By frdfandc

Compact 50/34 crank and a 11-32 cassette. Will...

Compact 50/34 crank and a 11-32 cassette. Will need a medium cage GS rear derailleur. This was the setup on my last bike. Never ran into an issue where I needed lower gears.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-28-23, 12:49 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 648
Posted By frdfandc

If it's a solid faceplate, I use the X pattern....

If it's a solid faceplate, I use the X pattern. For split clamps, I evenly snug down the bolts, one side at a time until the handlebar does rotate. Then use the X pattern to final torque all 4 bolts.
Forum: Advocacy & Safety
11-26-23, 02:45 PM
Replies: 3,929
Views: 490,880
Posted By frdfandc

I always wear a helmet. Especially mountain...

I always wear a helmet. Especially mountain biking. Been in a couple of crashes where the helmet did it's job and protected my head/brain. My uncle had a really bad crash in his neighborhood...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
11-26-23, 02:22 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,299
Posted By frdfandc

In my time in bike shops, more often than not...

In my time in bike shops, more often than not it's how the rider rides the bike. I've ridden with some fairly large clydes over the years, and most failures was due to how the bike was ridden. I was...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-26-23, 02:08 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 2,283
Posted By frdfandc

Late fall into winter until spring, the road bike...

Late fall into winter until spring, the road bike goes on the trainer and I only mountain bike during this time frame. Rest of the year is mixed between road and mountain.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-26-23, 01:56 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 2,855
Posted By frdfandc

I've personally never cracked a frame, but did...

I've personally never cracked a frame, but did have around 10-12 bikes come in broken. Most were covered by warranty. Compared to the amount of bicycles sold, cracked frames only made up a very small...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-26-23, 01:53 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,495
Posted By frdfandc

Cues is a newer lineup from Shimano. It replaces...

Cues is a newer lineup from Shimano. It replaces Alivio, Acera, and Altus groupsets, along with 10 and 11 speed Deore. It also gets some trickle down tech from XT/XTR like Shadow and a clutch for the...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-23, 05:52 PM
Replies: 162
Views: 8,072
Posted By frdfandc

The fastest I've been was 48 mph on a nice...

The fastest I've been was 48 mph on a nice downhill. Previously it was 42.
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-23, 03:51 PM
Replies: 32
Views: 1,550
Posted By frdfandc

I never use the brake levers to clamp down and...

I never use the brake levers to clamp down and tighten things up, which in my 12 years in bike shops, never worked for me. Last time I did this was with BB7's, and even in that instant I used...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-25-23, 03:25 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,788
Posted By frdfandc

As a former lead bicycle mechanic, if I find it...

As a former lead bicycle mechanic, if I find it better to just re-torque it to the proper specs. However, if there is more than one bolt not at the correct torque specification, loosen then torque...
Forum: Mountain Biking
11-22-23, 06:22 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 900
Posted By frdfandc

$2100 is a good deal for a barely used 2022 bike....

$2100 is a good deal for a barely used 2022 bike. Skip the older bike. You'll thank yourself later.
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-22-23, 06:18 PM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,211
Posted By frdfandc

A real mullet bike is a smaller wheel in the...

A real mullet bike is a smaller wheel in the back, larger wheel up front. 27.5/29

Putting a smaller wheel on the front of a bike that wasn't designed for it will screw up the geometry. Bike will...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-22-23, 06:01 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,350
Posted By frdfandc

If I was still doing bike fitting, I'd put you on...

If I was still doing bike fitting, I'd put you on a 52 and go from there. Stem length will be either an 80 or a 90, unless it was swapped out by the previous owner.

If you're looking for a not as...
Forum: Fitting Your Bike
11-22-23, 05:57 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 750
Posted By frdfandc

Hanging a bike from the saddle doesn't change any...

Hanging a bike from the saddle doesn't change any seat positions unless the seat post clamp or seat rail clamp bolts were loose. I can't tell you how many bikes I've hung from the nose of the saddle...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-22-23, 05:43 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 1,107
Posted By frdfandc

There will be some lateral play in the lower...

There will be some lateral play in the lower pully with the road systems. Not sure why GRX doesn't have a floating pully. As long as the play is not excessive, more than a couple mm of side to side,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-22-23, 05:38 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,702
Posted By frdfandc

It's a symptom of chain slap. If the chain is not...

It's a symptom of chain slap. If the chain is not in tension then the chain can fall between the cassette and the frame. Hence keep the clutch on when operating.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-22-23, 05:35 PM
Replies: 40
Views: 1,608
Posted By frdfandc

So what's the outcome? Problem solved? Or just...

So what's the outcome? Problem solved? Or just the beginning?
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-20-23, 11:24 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,659
Posted By frdfandc

I used either ODI Rogues or a Specialized ergo...

I used either ODI Rogues or a Specialized ergo grips. Never used a 50° sweep bar. My last bar was only 9° sweep.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-23, 07:08 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,702
Posted By frdfandc

Yes. That's a form of chain slap.

Yes. That's a form of chain slap.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-23, 05:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,702
Posted By frdfandc

The clutch is the key. That's why most mid to...

The clutch is the key. That's why most mid to high end derailleurs have clutches for their off road derailleurs. To prevent that from happening, or to keep it to a minimum.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-19-23, 05:52 PM
Replies: 112
Views: 4,543
Posted By frdfandc

I don't know if one is better than the other, but...

I don't know if one is better than the other, but I use both. Tone to build and true and the tension meter for a final double check. Usually without needing adjustments.

I have an ear for music,...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-19-23, 05:38 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,850
Posted By frdfandc

The guys at Wooden Wheels got their license to...

The guys at Wooden Wheels got their license to dispense homemade beer.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-18-23, 11:12 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 901
Posted By frdfandc

I had Ultegra 6800 brakes on my last bike. 28mm...

I had Ultegra 6800 brakes on my last bike. 28mm Conti GP4000s fit fine. In fact on the Ultegra tubeless wheels I was running, tires measured just over 29mm at 70 psi with about 2.5mm of space all...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-18-23, 10:19 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,952
Posted By frdfandc

Never had an issue with a drill bit walking when...

Never had an issue with a drill bit walking when used with a cordless drill. 5/16 or 8mm bit tip fits pretty well in the existing hole, because it only removes a minimal amount of material. And if...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-18-23, 10:14 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,438
Posted By frdfandc

This is why I went with 853 for my last mountain...

This is why I went with 853 for my last mountain bike. So in the event that I need to realign the bike for some strange reason, it could be done if the damaged wasn't bad.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-18-23, 10:08 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 790
Posted By frdfandc

When I was younger, I drag raced my Mustang....

When I was younger, I drag raced my Mustang. Cheap trick to free up some ponies was to swap out the stock drive belt for a short belt. Short belt bypassed the power steering and smog pump pullies,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-18-23, 09:58 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,702
Posted By frdfandc

[QUOTE=speedyspaghetti;23076641] If I put the...

[QUOTE=speedyspaghetti;23076641]
If I put the clutch to the "on" position on the RD, it does not do this, but if I turn the clutch "off," it does it every time. Limit screws are set properly, I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-18-23, 09:55 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 2,786
Posted By frdfandc

Easiest way to add speed is to put on a smaller,...

Easiest way to add speed is to put on a smaller, smoother tire.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-18-23, 09:52 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,850
Posted By frdfandc

Only bike buyer was the owner or store manager ....

Only bike buyer was the owner or store manager . We stocked the bikes that sold. From $600-4k. The high end bikes were just eye candy, which were demoed for a year, then sold to buy and try something...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-18-23, 09:46 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,850
Posted By frdfandc

The last shop I worked for, Giant dealer, closed...

The last shop I worked for, Giant dealer, closed their second location due to lack of business. I worked for Performance for 5 years, which went out of business due to poor finance management. The...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-18-23, 03:17 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,850
Posted By frdfandc

My first question for you is this. Have you ever...

My first question for you is this. Have you ever managed a bike shop and openly talk business with your local stores? I've been a manager at 3 stores actually.

By what you said, you have zero idea...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-16-23, 10:13 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,952
Posted By frdfandc

Drill bit size is 5/16".

Drill bit size is 5/16".
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-16-23, 07:07 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 1,952
Posted By frdfandc

Depends on the width of the rim. If it's a narrow...

Depends on the width of the rim. If it's a narrow rim from a road bike, just use an adapter. Drilling the hole larger can compromise the integrity of a narrow rim if the hole is too big. However on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-16-23, 06:56 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 743
Posted By frdfandc

Until the sealant creates a thick enough layer on...

Until the sealant creates a thick enough layer on the inside of the tire, air will leak out. Takes several days of riding to get the sealant evenly distributed around the inside of the tire/rim. As...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-16-23, 04:13 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 743
Posted By frdfandc

A little soapy water around the bead will help...

A little soapy water around the bead will help the tire to fully seat. Also an air compressor or a floor pump that can introduce a lot of air at one time can help.
Forum: Winter Cycling
11-16-23, 03:58 PM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,480
Posted By frdfandc

I mix MTB and road for most of the year. During...

I mix MTB and road for most of the year. During the colder months, it's mostly mountain biking and some indoor training if I can't go for a ride on the MTB.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-23, 12:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 754
Posted By frdfandc

As someone in the, finding a new bike, market,...

As someone in the, finding a new bike, market, I've decided to not pursue used bikes. I've been using 99spokes.com for the best comparisons for both road and mountain. You can compare different bikes...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-16-23, 12:34 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 816
Posted By frdfandc

Paved and improved surfaces like hard pack and...

Paved and improved surfaces like hard pack and light gravel roads. Tire looks to be on a hybrid of some sort.
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