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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
05-24-23, 03:07 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 625
Posted By am8117

Fenders / mudguards shape - front overlap

I wonder if anyone has any first-hand experience with different shape of the front fender, especially on gravel or mud. There's been this "everything" article and sure it tries to explain all...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-22, 04:24 AM
Replies: 78
Views: 10,329
Posted By am8117

Maybe not even hollow: ...

Maybe not even hollow:

https://bike.shimano.com/en-EU/technologies/component/details/hollowtech.html

The weight savings for GRX is already on the smaller chainrings to look good in the specs.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-22, 09:24 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,184
Posted By am8117

Thanks! I am aware of the stretchy mounts, but...

Thanks! I am aware of the stretchy mounts, but never really became a big fan. I do a lot of riding at night and ended up having two lights at the same time. I'm in Europe and in fact on public roads...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 07:04 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,272
Posted By am8117

Interesting. So I went to google the WI and TA, I...

Interesting. So I went to google the WI and TA, I think the whole crankarms will blow the budget for this one, but what seems to be interesting - I am in Europe - TA seem to be selling individual...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 05:47 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 658
Posted By am8117

Yeah it's always better to stay low tech when...

Yeah it's always better to stay low tech when touring anything, but how is that helpful to him now? :)
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 05:46 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 658
Posted By am8117

BTW when you mention only under load ... did you...

BTW when you mention only under load ... did you try to pedal without putting any much force into it, as in moving the chain but not having it bear any propelling forces? if it still makes noise like...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 05:43 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 658
Posted By am8117

I might be wrong, but never hear a chain make...

I might be wrong, but never hear a chain make noise in this particular way. I once had a quick link which i forgot to put a drops of lubricant on upon installation make a creaking noise that I had...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 05:25 PM
Replies: 17
Views: 658
Posted By am8117

bottom bracket?

bottom bracket?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 05:11 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,380
Posted By am8117

This is so cool ... so page 3 (as ordered above,...

This is so cool ... so page 3 (as ordered above, marked 134) goes on to say the bold new cap-free* design is to *integrate* the spindle into the crankarm ... which they did ... in Tiagra 4500 then...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 04:59 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,272
Posted By am8117

Are you sure? I mean the chains were getting...

Are you sure? I mean the chains were getting narrower ever since ... 7-speed? The FCs are marketed (I understand that may be marketing only) as if it mattered ... e.g. 2x10, 3x11, etc ...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 04:53 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,272
Posted By am8117

Shelby no, I have to work on other people's bikes...

Shelby no, I have to work on other people's bikes as they recognized my competence which I owe to these forum's warriors. And this Ultegra is for the bike with the spoon brake upgrade scheduled.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 04:47 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 435
Posted By am8117

I knew it. :D

I knew it. :D
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 04:45 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,272
Posted By am8117

Because I'm almost afraid to ask here what's the...

Because I'm almost afraid to ask here what's the pitch difference (or what to call it) in 2x10 and 2x11 FC ... if only these were somewhere specified ... as in .. chainrings are thinner ... or they...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 04:43 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,272
Posted By am8117

Thanks! That's neat. I had always manually...

Thanks! That's neat. I had always manually searched in those PDFs ... learned something today :D
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 04:28 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,380
Posted By am8117

I had Tiagra 4500 once and that was already...

I had Tiagra 4500 once and that was already 2-piece, feels ancient now but the design was retained for a while until the 4-arm FCs came ...

EDIT: Forgot to mention the most important ... bike it...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 04:25 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,272
Posted By am8117

Oh, didn't know this one even existed ... it...

Oh, didn't know this one even existed ... it looks and spec says it's heavy. I like the looks (already can feel the audience judging me), but ... I think this would be the same compatibility issue...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 04:14 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,201
Posted By am8117

Alright, so I disagree on this one because...

Alright, so I disagree on this one because (argument follows) how much the two crankarms get pushed onto the sides of the bearings is supposed to be finely balanced by the fixing bolt turns. In...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 03:53 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 435
Posted By am8117

frame with internal cable routing ... impairs shifting function

Sorry, but I could no help this one. Reading of STI 5600 / R700 manual (disclaimer notes):
https://si.shimano.com/pdfs/si/SI-6KD0C-002-ENG.pdf

"Use a [sic] frame with internal cable routing is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 03:29 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,272
Posted By am8117

They did this with their GRX now (46/30), but...

They did this with their GRX now (46/30), but their old fashioned CX groupsets were FC 46/36. The 46/30 would require PCD not really offered for road doubles.

But then before GRX, people were not...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 03:08 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,201
Posted By am8117

So you would agree that be a space setup (triple)...

So you would agree that be a space setup (triple) or non-spacer, it actually should never go any tighter than when properly installed ...



... and that is not really depending whether you can...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-22, 02:34 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,184
Posted By am8117

This is not gonna end up well... I'm going to...

This is not gonna end up well... I'm going to lose this OP of mine really quickly here. :D
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 02:31 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,380
Posted By am8117

Right, so basically they got the HTII for...

Right, so basically they got the HTII for marketing purposes originally, meanwhile all cranksets become hollow spindle, but they call them "2-piece-crankset" instead, but then forgot to put that logo...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 02:28 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,272
Posted By am8117

Is there any 46/34 (not 36) crankset option for 11sp that fits BSA Shimano cups?

The only crankset from Shimano currently in 46/34 is FC-460 which is meant to be 10-speed. Up the lineup there's very limited subcompact options or am I missing something?

105 R7000 comes as 50/34...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 02:17 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,380
Posted By am8117

Just want to add, the reason I ask is about...

Just want to add, the reason I ask is about Shimano's markings on corresponding BBs.

Looking at R9100 they would label it (it's also on the packagaing like this) as HTII:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 02:09 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,380
Posted By am8117

I know I know, there was the other discussion...

I know I know, there was the other discussion about failing hollow bonded crankarms (not mine), then I started the one on hollow chainrings. But the Shimano web is adamant about specifically HTII:...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 01:42 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,201
Posted By am8117

Fair enough, I also came across Ultegra BBs that...

Fair enough, I also came across Ultegra BBs that come with the "TL-FC25" - the one allowing the use of the regular sized wrench - and others that do not.

But you lost me here on the handle part....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 01:29 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,380
Posted By am8117

What EXACTLY is Hollowtech II?

No, really. What does it designate, since Shimano's own web is cryptic on this.

HT were the hollow crankarms, HTII was supposed to be hollow spindles and Hollowglide are the chainrings.

So any...
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-22, 01:03 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,184
Posted By am8117

Call me silly but how does the bike above stays...

Call me silly but how does the bike above stays upright? :D
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-22, 01:00 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,184
Posted By am8117

I appreciate the effort but this got me cracking...

I appreciate the effort but this got me cracking ... I'm not sure which looks worse now even.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-23-22, 12:58 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,184
Posted By am8117

I wish there was conical insert made with a...

I wish there was conical insert made with a stopper that can be put on whichever side of the stem and provide constant diameter tube. Most of the clamps that come with lights/computers/etc already...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 12:42 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,281
Posted By am8117

Michelin as well? ...

Michelin as well?

https://www.michelinman.com/bicycle/tips-and-advice/tips-and-advice-bicycle/conversions
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 12:38 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,281
Posted By am8117

So Schwalbe do not know (how to present it on...

So Schwalbe do not know (how to present it on their web) about French markings?

https://www.schwalbe.com/en/groessenbezeichnung
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 12:26 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,201
Posted By am8117

I do not argue, I want to find out, the "do not...

I do not argue, I want to find out, the "do not care" is not the answer still.

NB Not meaning to be making any snide remarks here, but for the fixing bolt specifically there's nothing in the box....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 12:21 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,201
Posted By am8117

You're right here, they are used on 4700-9000 for...

You're right here, they are used on 4700-9000 for triples.

https://si.shimano.com/pdfs/dm/DM-FC0003-06-ENG.pdf

Not relevant to the OP question, but I am searching through specs to see how...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 11:32 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,201
Posted By am8117

No they have both still possible to order as...

No they have both still possible to order as replacement part and as of now they are selling newly made cranksets which still use the old "short" model.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 11:28 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,201
Posted By am8117

This might be from non-Shimano 2-piece cranksets,...

This might be from non-Shimano 2-piece cranksets, say FSA lets you tighten the spindle all you want but has the wave washer to handler preload and spacers can be added or removed to make it just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 10:57 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,201
Posted By am8117

So it's not like Shimano tells us why they made...

So it's not like Shimano tells us why they made it plastic, but they specify (in line with that part being plastic) the torque as very low.

The other source referenced above - aftermarket bearings...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 10:40 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,201
Posted By am8117

I specifically referenced youtube just to...

I specifically referenced youtube just to complete the observation about the other plastic piece in use, not referring to your argument in this case. The stopper plate is an indicator if left crank...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 10:37 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,201
Posted By am8117

I have NO scientific evidence for this, but it's...

I have NO scientific evidence for this, but it's easy to imagine how the crank is attempting to "dance" around the spindle during the pedal stroke. I would assume the forces are very dynamic around...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 10:25 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,201
Posted By am8117

I might have used the term "preload" wrongly, and...

I might have used the term "preload" wrongly, and indeed they are not angular cup/cone bearings inside. I disassembled one in the past and all you find when you take off the nylon sleeve (labelled...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 10:18 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,201
Posted By am8117

I have seen the fixing bolt (I believe that's...

I have seen the fixing bolt (I believe that's Shimano's own designation for the plastic cap on 2-piece cranksets) with all the threads stripped off, left* crankarms with splines imprinted into their...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 08:21 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,340
Posted By am8117

So the lever has its sleeve part for extension...

So the lever has its sleeve part for extension and the chain link is meant to be stored underneath the main chain "well". I'll try to get my hands on this to see how feeble it is, but at least the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 08:16 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,340
Posted By am8117

Chain link pictured for scaling, Also the tip...

Chain link pictured for scaling, Also the tip seems replaceable which is a nice plus I believe.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 08:13 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,340
Posted By am8117

I don't know why the manufacturer web did not...

I don't know why the manufacturer web did not have a better picture, but just in case - there's an actual handle, but I was more getting at the fact i can remove both the handle and the lever and use...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 07:54 AM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,340
Posted By am8117

Ok, just found this one, looks like it can be...

Ok, just found this one, looks like it can be taken apart and so the handles can be substituted by sticking through an ordinary allen keys!

It's under $20 and comes with spare 11sp link. :)
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-23-22, 06:41 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,201
Posted By am8117

https://www.kogel.cc/products/shimano-preload-adju...

https://www.kogel.cc/products/shimano-preload-adjuster-bolt
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-22-22, 09:29 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 506
Posted By am8117

It does make sense but then I wonder if that’s...

It does make sense but then I wonder if that’s the real reason and not negligible. It makes it easier to put it on a production line, less setup necessary and well no worries about liability for...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-22-22, 06:18 PM
Replies: 50
Views: 2,340
Posted By am8117

I liked this picutre because it gives great scale...

I liked this picutre because it gives great scale ideas. Never thought the Knipex 125 is as small as standards Schwalbe tire lever.

Oh I almost forgot ... I was wondering what to have the spare...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-22-22, 06:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 3,281
Posted By am8117

Yes but with all that accounted for I wonder what...

Yes but with all that accounted for I wonder what was the difference in the French system to ETRTO. Yes the tire width could differ on different width rim, but I have to assume the manufacturer...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-22-22, 06:03 PM
Replies: 31
Views: 1,201
Posted By am8117

Ok I misunderstood, I thought spacer on the...

Ok I misunderstood, I thought spacer on the crankarm not for the BB shell. Yet assuming all BB spacers used correctly, there's small inserts on each crankarm I believe to better seal against water...
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