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Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-07-19, 10:14 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,960
Posted By Wilfred Laurier

Cartridge bearings are great, but make...

Cartridge bearings are great, but make maintenance, even if it is less frequent, less user-friendly. Cup-and-cone are generations old and can be rebuilt with two tools and (if necessary) no extra...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-03-19, 10:40 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,960
Posted By Wilfred Laurier

There is often a 'half click' or 'trim' on the...

There is often a 'half click' or 'trim' on the left shifter - if the chain is on the extreme ends of the cogs on the back, you can push the shift levers lightly and the derailleur will move a tiny...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-03-19, 06:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,960
Posted By Wilfred Laurier

Most (all?) bike pumps will work with both valve...

Most (all?) bike pumps will work with both valve types. You may have to flip a gasket over or something. The shop where you bought it can show you.
However, hand pumps are generally not ideal to...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-19, 01:54 PM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,960
Posted By Wilfred Laurier

The tires will not 'pop' because you are a big...

The tires will not 'pop' because you are a big person, if that is your concern. However, you do need to be proactive about keeping the tires inflated nice and firm - probably over 100psi for 25mm...
Forum: Clydesdales/Athenas (200+ lb / 91+ kg)
05-02-19, 11:27 AM
Replies: 19
Views: 2,960
Posted By Wilfred Laurier

A catastrophic failure is very unlikely, but you...

A catastrophic failure is very unlikely, but you may get spoke breakage after some time riding.

If I were you I would save my pennies until that day comes (if it ever does) and buy a new rear...
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