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Forum: General Cycling Discussion
01-19-21, 03:26 AM
Replies: 83
Views: 7,719
Posted By dazz100

Flashing front and rear, day and night. I...

Flashing front and rear, day and night.

I find that other cyclists with steady lights are hard to see against a complex urban environment, especially when there are vehicle lights.

I also wear...
Forum: Fifty Plus (50+)
01-11-21, 02:10 PM
Replies: 92
Views: 9,811
Posted By dazz100

I only started cycling at the start of Covid at...

I only started cycling at the start of Covid at 58 years of age. Prior to that I would take the dog for a walk 2-3 times a week up hills near our house, a two hour trek. So prior to starting...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-17-20, 05:55 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 813
Posted By dazz100

Hi I only fix what needs fixing. In this...

Hi
I only fix what needs fixing.
In this case, the sudden unidentified noise indicated something is not right and justified inspection.

Dazz
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-17-20, 01:03 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 813
Posted By dazz100

Hi. A. I am an Engineer, born and bred to...

Hi.
A. I am an Engineer, born and bred to tinker and fiddle.
B. I am not concerned about the failing bearings. The popping noise appears to be related to the snap ring. A problem there could...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-17-20, 11:33 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 813
Posted By dazz100

Hi As long as I don't buy bearings from a bike...

Hi
As long as I don't buy bearings from a bike shop (high price and uncertain source) the bearings are cheap enough to be considered consumable and disposable. The gritty feel tells me the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-17-20, 02:37 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 813
Posted By dazz100

I simply turned the bearing by hand on the stand....

I simply turned the bearing by hand on the stand.
I found that adding pre-load with hand pressure caused the popping. No crank installed.
It could be the bearing, but not likely.
I rode the bike...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-16-20, 12:27 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 813
Posted By dazz100

Hi This site here...

Hi
This site here (https://www.kogel.cc/blogs/kbba/specialized-osbb-explained) agrees with you.
That should make it easy to find new bearings.

I would never use a hammer type tool like the Park...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-15-20, 11:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 813
Posted By dazz100

Creaking BB Bearing : Specialised

Hi
I have a 2016 Specialized Roubaix. My crank is creaking at the same point when pedalling. The creaking sounds like pop corn popping.
I removed the crank to see if I could find the problem. First...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-02-20, 02:52 PM
Replies: 273
Views: 22,607
Posted By dazz100

Hi On average, I get a flat once a month....

Hi
On average, I get a flat once a month. Usually broken glass. Usually in the rain when the glass is invisible.
On the worst day, I got 3 flats. Had to make the call of shame to get home.

Dazz
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-02-20, 02:26 PM
Replies: 273
Views: 22,607
Posted By dazz100

Hi I created a toolkit list based on my own...

Hi
I created a toolkit list based on my own experience and the advice of others at this link (https://www.bikeforums.net/bicycle-mechanics/1203544-what-should-i-carry-my-road-tool-kit.html)
The...
Forum: Classic & Vintage
10-12-20, 03:15 PM
Replies: 73
Views: 8,586
Posted By dazz100

Cheap Ceramic Jockey Wheels fail

Cheap Ceramic Jockey Wheels fail
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-06-20, 01:34 AM
Replies: 225
Views: 17,733
Posted By dazz100

Hi I commute on an express way. There is no...

Hi
I commute on an express way. There is no room to pass wide.
I just call "coming through" and then "good morning" or "good evening".
If they jump on my wheel I am fine with that.
If someone...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-04-20, 07:10 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 416
Posted By dazz100

Hi I think the top bearing is an MH-P08F or...

Hi
I think the top bearing is an MH-P08F or TH870E or MR121 or P08F type. Made by FSA.

The bottom bearing is IS47/33

Dazz
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-04-20, 05:58 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 416
Posted By dazz100

Hi I commute on the bike to avoid Covid and...

Hi
I commute on the bike to avoid Covid and other diseases on public transport. The risk is very low here (currently more cases of Covid in the White House than in my entire country) but I caught...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-04-20, 03:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 416
Posted By dazz100

Bearing ID numbers for Specialist Roubaix Headset ???

Hi
The head set bearings on my 2014 Roubaix need replacing.
If I buy replacements from the local bike shop, they will be massively expensive, and I won't know the source (Aliexpress??). These...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-04-20, 03:33 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,811
Posted By dazz100

Hi 700 x 28C Gatorskins fit my 2016 Specialist...

Hi
700 x 28C Gatorskins fit my 2016 Specialist Roubaix.

Dazz
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-20, 05:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,811
Posted By dazz100

Hi The specs for my bike are here...

Hi
The specs for my bike are here (https://www.specializedconceptstore.co.uk/product/2592/2016-roubaix-sl4-sport/).
The 700 x 26C tyres just fit between the brake shoes.
I see the Gatorskins are...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-22-20, 05:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 1,811
Posted By dazz100

Will 28mm tyres fit my Specialist Roubaix?

Hi
I am running factory original Specialist branded 700 x 26C tyres on my 2016 Specialist Roubaix. I will need new tyres soon....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-20-20, 05:00 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,950
Posted By dazz100

Hi Here is the contents of my commuter tool...

Hi
Here is the contents of my commuter tool kit.
The driver and bits fit every fastener on my bike.
In addition I have modified a bit to make a pick to extract glass from my tyres. My commute is...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-04-20, 01:41 AM
Replies: 89
Views: 8,440
Posted By dazz100

Hi There is always a lot of broken glass on my...

Hi
There is always a lot of broken glass on my 16km commute. The first time I used a CO2 inflator was on the side of the 4-lane road in rush hour, in the rain and in the dark. I didn't feel the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-15-20, 09:44 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,950
Posted By dazz100

Hi Yes, it is already on the list. Dazz

Hi
Yes, it is already on the list.

Dazz
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-12-20, 05:32 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,950
Posted By dazz100

Hi This is the bit driver I have ordered...

Hi
This is the bit driver I have ordered specifically for my on-bike tool kit.
This is a simple driver (no ratchet) and costs <$1. It is only 105mm long.
Definitely not workshop quality but it is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-20, 10:46 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,950
Posted By dazz100

Hi I like tools and this is a nice tool. For...

Hi
I like tools and this is a nice tool. For workshop tools, I buy good quality that will work well and last.
For an emergency took kit on my bike I am going for the cheapest tools that are just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-20, 10:36 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,950
Posted By dazz100

I agree. Dazz

I agree.

Dazz
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-20, 10:35 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,950
Posted By dazz100

Hi Could be a great idea but they are not...

Hi
Could be a great idea but they are not available where I live.

Dazz
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-20, 10:32 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,950
Posted By dazz100

Things like surgical gloves, a rag, tape and...

Things like surgical gloves, a rag, tape and cable ties are on the list because the cost me nothing and weigh not much more.
I have been updating the list based on the advice and comments here.
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-09-20, 10:29 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,950
Posted By dazz100

Hi Main aim is to commute 16km each way. I...

Hi
Main aim is to commute 16km each way. I need a reliable ride because I don't want to be showing up at work with the same lame excuse about bike problems.
I am an Engineer so I know the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-05-20, 02:56 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,950
Posted By dazz100

Hi When I rode bikes 40 years ago, I never saw...

Hi
When I rode bikes 40 years ago, I never saw anyone with a took kit on a bike. If I really get into trouble, my backup plan would be to call my wife to come and get me.

Dazz
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-20, 03:46 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,950
Posted By dazz100

Hi I only have, and will only ever have, one...

Hi
I only have, and will only ever have, one bike. The Fix it Sticks look like nice tools. I have found a cheap Chinese junk bit driver <$1 which will do the job. It is only 105mm long. I can't...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-20, 10:00 PM
Replies: 54
Views: 4,558
Posted By dazz100

It is a good tool design but it doesn't provide...

It is a good tool design but it doesn't provide all the tools I need for my bike. That is the advantage of bits and a driver. I can customize to match my exact requirements without compromise.
I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-20, 06:56 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,950
Posted By dazz100

Hi I did search the forum for this type of...

Hi
I did search the forum for this type of topic before making my first post but couldn't find anything relevant.

Yes, I missed tyre pump from the list. I have one.

I already have a key-only...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-03-20, 06:00 PM
Replies: 42
Views: 5,950
Posted By dazz100

What should I carry in my road tool kit ???

Hi
It's been 40 years since I last owned a bicycle. I have brought a road bike and plan to do casual road and commuting (16km each way). I want to avoid public transport in a Covid 19 world.
So the...
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