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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-20-15, 11:38 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 2,731
Posted By ValVal

Mesure the distance between two chainring bolts...

Mesure the distance between two chainring bolts and post here so we can tell you what's your BCD and if your chainring will fit.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-24-14, 12:35 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 2,122
Posted By ValVal

nice bike ! how do you like your deep vs ? I've...

nice bike ! how do you like your deep vs ? I've always been afraid of the weight, but they seem strong as hell, and extra strength would be welcome to endure the ignominiuos potholes of Montreal...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
01-06-14, 02:38 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 6,549
Posted By ValVal

Although I would do it differently now that I...

Although I would do it differently now that I have more tools (and I wouldn't buy surly hubs anyway), I posted this a while ago.
http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/810992-Surly-Hub
I haven't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-13, 11:38 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,720
Posted By ValVal

Even a layer of duct-tape might rub when I put on...

Even a layer of duct-tape might rub when I put on my winter tires (Schwalbe CX Pro, killer on snow ! ) :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-13, 11:32 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,720
Posted By ValVal

Thank, that's very kind of you, but i won't make...

Thank, that's very kind of you, but i won't make you do that. I will dig in my bike parts box before.

I have a friend who's an auto (truck actually) mechanic. I might also ask him for the lapping...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-13, 11:09 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,720
Posted By ValVal

nope, no room for such a luxury...

nope, no room for such a luxury...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-13, 11:06 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,720
Posted By ValVal

Thank you ! fietsbob : surface of the fork is...

Thank you !
fietsbob : surface of the fork is dead flat, I have flattened it with a flat file.
FBinNY : I will dismount the caliper an screw the recess nut all the way in to see how much space I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-01-13, 09:29 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 2,720
Posted By ValVal

Caliper brake tilting

Hi there.
My bike is a fuji track, fixed gear. The fork is made of cromoly steel, the brake (the only one) is a tiagra caliper (4500) and the rim is Alex DA22. The problem is something I have...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-01-13, 01:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,219
Posted By ValVal

Saw a guy riding brakeless (fixed I hope), towing...

Saw a guy riding brakeless (fixed I hope), towing a trailer with two kids inside... The problem is that if he dies, the kids will probably too.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-01-13, 11:11 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,149
Posted By ValVal

Ok, that's an easy one for me... Go to a...

Ok, that's an easy one for me...
Go to a Norauto, Feu Vert or Auto Distribution (big ones) and ask for a "Spray contre la corrosion". They will probably give you something like this :...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-17-12, 11:25 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,076
Posted By ValVal

Regular climber, so strong fingers here :) But i...

Regular climber, so strong fingers here :) But i think it's depends more on the rims. I've also tried on mavic a319 and zac 19, some are harder than others. Every time, pushing the beads at the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-17-12, 10:51 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 9,076
Posted By ValVal

I always mount gatorskins on my alex DA22 without...

I always mount gatorskins on my alex DA22 without levers. If needed i even can unmount them without levers thought it is easier with...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-12-12, 11:51 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 565
Posted By ValVal

Put some Continental Gatorskin or Hardshell, they...

Put some Continental Gatorskin or Hardshell, they exist in any size you could fit and they are puncture resistant.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-11-12, 08:19 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 4,576
Posted By ValVal

I wrote this a while ago, hope this helps. ...

I wrote this a while ago, hope this helps.

http://www.bikeforums.net/showthread.php/810992-Surly-Hub
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-05-12, 02:07 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 960
Posted By ValVal

Pre-glued patches don't last. They have failed me...

Pre-glued patches don't last. They have failed me every time I have used them : they don't hold the pressure of small tires for long (usually a few days). On the other hand I have almost a 100%...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-13-12, 07:20 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,637
Posted By ValVal

I admit that I dont have a bearing extractor, but...

I admit that I dont have a bearing extractor, but in my case it wouldn't have been of any help since pulling them out from the inner race destroys the bearings, and leaves the outer race stuck in the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-12-12, 08:45 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 3,637
Posted By ValVal

Surly Hub

Ok, so after two years of daily use of my rear surly hub, i'm ready to make a review and a step by step how-to for bearings replacement.
I live in Montreal, QC and use my bike all year round, ride...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-11, 08:38 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 872
Posted By ValVal

No it's not... Those trailers are meant to be...

No it's not... Those trailers are meant to be heavily used all day long. This morning while riding to work, i saw these guys : http://www.demenagementmyette.ca/pictures/ and i don't think they would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-11, 09:30 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 872
Posted By ValVal

B@W trailers are awesome, but if you're on a...

B@W trailers are awesome, but if you're on a budget and/or want to build your own, have a look at this :
http://www.wike.ca/cargo_diy_kit_bicycle_trailer.php

i built mine for about 1/3 of the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-07-11, 11:10 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,339
Posted By ValVal

My brake pads tend to keep a layer of the...

My brake pads tend to keep a layer of the snow/ice/slush being raised from the road by my tires, so when i brake there is a small delay before the brake is effective, until the snow is wiped away by...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-05-11, 07:59 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,339
Posted By ValVal

+1 it couldn't be explained more clearly. ...

+1
it couldn't be explained more clearly.
i've tried both, and definitely prefer fixed.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-11-11, 02:58 PM
Replies: 113
Views: 15,882
Posted By ValVal

+1 Cocotte is very popular here (montreal,...

+1

Cocotte is very popular here (montreal, qc), their quality is excellent.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
01-27-11, 01:27 PM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,059
Posted By ValVal

I wouldn't blame the 8 extra spokes...

I wouldn't blame the 8 extra spokes...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-29-10, 02:24 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,698
Posted By ValVal

http://www.municycle.ca/nimbus-performer-giraffe-p...

http://www.municycle.ca/nimbus-performer-giraffe-p-112.html

giraffe unicycles have had dual drive for long.
This is meant to avoid the flex of the frame and pulling the wheel out of alignement...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-29-10, 08:17 AM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,718
Posted By ValVal

polar leggings under my usual bike pants,...

polar leggings under my usual bike pants, breathable long sleeves shirt, windstopper soft shell, beanies and windstopper gloves. When wet, i also wear waterproof overshoes.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-27-10, 07:24 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 964
Posted By ValVal

Dumbest thing i've seen.... today

Brakeless... with a child trailer !
If you want to kill yourself, fine ! but do you have to take your kid with you ???
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-22-10, 07:51 AM
Replies: 30
Views: 1,344
Posted By ValVal

F*** you ! :) I've been climbing half of my...

F*** you ! :)
I've been climbing half of my life, and i just can't stand to see all the hipsters invading the cliffs and gyms.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-21-10, 09:44 AM
Replies: 61
Views: 2,454
Posted By ValVal

fixed : front vittoria rubino 25mm, rear conti...

fixed : front vittoria rubino 25mm, rear conti ultra gatorskin 25mm
both hold well under city conditions, all year round

MTB : hutchinson 26x2.0
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-07-10, 07:32 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,298
Posted By ValVal

This is a descender usually used by professionals...

This is a descender usually used by professionals (rescue teams...), Petzl (among others) makes them...
It has nothing to do with what OP showed.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-06-10, 02:09 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 1,298
Posted By ValVal

No way...

No way...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-01-10, 01:51 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,957
Posted By ValVal

i think that's a little harsh. I would probably...

i think that's a little harsh. I would probably have deflated the tires but not stole the bike. The last thing you want is to become a thief.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
10-01-10, 01:25 PM
Replies: 45
Views: 1,957
Posted By ValVal

So much hate....

http://montreal.fr.craigslist.ca/bik/1975955163.html

would you have done the same ?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-19-10, 11:41 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 1,478
Posted By ValVal

I've started listening to music while commuting...

I've started listening to music while commuting one week ago and boy it feels good ! But i will stop because my riding has been changing since and i feel i'm taking more risks.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-19-10, 08:53 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 893
Posted By ValVal

i have mks gr-9 with toe-clip and a single strap....

i have mks gr-9 with toe-clip and a single strap. The overshoes are only barely bigger that the shoes inside, so no problem getting my feet in the clips.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-18-10, 09:40 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 954
Posted By ValVal

I think La Cordée carry a bunch of generic cones,...

I think La Cordée carry a bunch of generic cones, they might also be able to order the specific cones for your hub, or not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-18-10, 08:45 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 954
Posted By ValVal

Balls are cheap, it's a good practice to change...

Balls are cheap, it's a good practice to change them everytime you overhaul your hub. The most common size for front hub balls is 3/16", but take one to your lbs to check the size.
Maybe the dustcap...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-18-10, 08:21 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 893
Posted By ValVal

In winter i wear polar leggings under my pants,...

In winter i wear polar leggings under my pants, waterproof overshoes, breathable long sleeve shirt (Lifa), a softshell jacket and gloves. I also wear a beanie under my helmet.
I only have room for a...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-18-10, 07:23 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,088
Posted By ValVal

Thank you all for these useful information. I...

Thank you all for these useful information. I have found 2-3 shops in montreal who rent tandems, i'm gonna give it a try.
Good call rdtompki : she has trouble reaching the brake levers from the...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-17-10, 02:46 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,088
Posted By ValVal

Thanks WebsterBikeMan, i'm new to tandem cycling...

Thanks WebsterBikeMan, i'm new to tandem cycling but i'm very interested in it, hence my questions.
I'm 171cm (5'7"), 65kg (145lbs), and she's 158cm (5'2"), 55kg (120lbs).
I undestand the reasons...
Forum: Tandem Cycling
08-17-10, 01:26 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 2,088
Posted By ValVal

Tandem for bigger stoker

Does such a thing exist ?
All the tandems i've seen until now are for a bigger captain, but my girlfriend doesn't like to be in the back and i don't care, so...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-10, 12:15 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,314
Posted By ValVal

Nice Decathlon wheel by the way ;)

Nice Decathlon wheel by the way ;)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-17-10, 12:13 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,314
Posted By ValVal

As bike_boy said, the nozzle isn't pushed enough....

As bike_boy said, the nozzle isn't pushed enough. If you can't manage to lock it properly, that means your valve stem is too short for your pump, and there it starts to get complicated. From the...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-16-10, 01:28 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,893
Posted By ValVal

What have you upgraded on your stock bike and why ?

Just for the fun of it, give your bike model, the parts you've changed, prive paid, and why...

Bike : Fuji Track 570$CAN

Front brake, shimano tiagra : 30$CAN, for security
Cog and lockring :...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
08-16-10, 01:14 PM
Replies: 34
Views: 1,765
Posted By ValVal

This is probably exaggerated, but so true... I...

This is probably exaggerated, but so true...
I think it calls for a new thread about what you've upgraded on your bike and why... Might be interesting.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-11-10, 10:52 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,098
Posted By ValVal

you can try the quincaillerie Harsupco, 8330...

you can try the quincaillerie Harsupco, 8330 St-Laurent, montreal, they have all kind of metric bolts.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-28-10, 07:30 AM
Replies: 87
Views: 31,651
Posted By ValVal

Buy VAR tools, they are still made in France ;)

Buy VAR tools, they are still made in France ;)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-20-10, 11:31 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 564
Posted By ValVal

Put some toeing, see the middle of the page :...

Put some toeing, see the middle of the page : http://parktool.com/repair/readhowto.asp?id=21
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-19-10, 02:38 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 759
Posted By ValVal

Chainwhip : no, learn Rotafix lockring tool :...

Chainwhip : no, learn Rotafix
lockring tool : yes, you can't do without, buy a shop one as you won't carry it around
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
07-14-10, 08:55 AM
Replies: 45
Views: 12,609
Posted By ValVal

How about Surly hubs ?

How about Surly hubs ?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-14-10, 07:29 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,500
Posted By ValVal

Back when i was roller skating, i used to...

Back when i was roller skating, i used to overhaul my bearings about once or twice a year : took off the flanges, soaked them in solvent, dried and regrease them. It made a HUGE difference, i don't...
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