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Forum: Commuting
10-28-09, 03:39 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 16,642
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Any solutions for dry eyes??

Anytime I ride more than 1 hour, I always have a problem with extremely dry and sore eyes the rest of the day. (And after riding 2:45 yesterday on my new commute to work, my eyes are literally still...
Forum: Commuting
10-25-09, 01:09 AM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,188
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Headlight recommendation??

In two days my commute is changing from 8 miles/day to 38, and it only now occurred to me that much of it is going to be on hills and paved trails out in the country that won't be lit. I've commuted...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-04-09, 12:53 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 524
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Will ST-R700 shims fit Ultegra levers?

Hi,
My bike has Ultegra 10-speed triple STI levers (ST-6603), and my hands are a bit small...so I'd love to get the levers a bit closer to the bars. Specialized appears to make some shims that will...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-05-07, 08:50 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 20,923
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Thanks for everyone's help so far. In response to...

Thanks for everyone's help so far. In response to some of the questions:
- Gearing is 24/36/46 up front, 12-28 in back.
- I'm looking to replace my derailleur as, quite frankly, it's not sounding...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-04-07, 03:00 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 20,923
Posted By datepalm3@earth

7-speed rear derailleur?

I wanted to ask if any of the mechanics here could recommend a good replacement 7-speed mountain rear derailleur. The rest of my drivetrain is Shimano Deore DX with SIS thumbshifters (yes, we're...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-12-07, 01:12 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 497
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Has anyone used these chain tools?

I'm looking for a carry-along chain tool, and these stood out as they're small and lightweight. I'm thinking I can get away with just carrying one of these plus a couple allen keys...the result would...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-30-07, 12:36 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 394
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Help with tightening rear derailleur pulleys??

Hi,
I'm working on an old XT derailleur and had to remove the pulleys to clean them. Upon reinstalling, I find that if I tighten the bolts securely, they compress the pulleys enough to lock them up...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-07, 07:22 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 616
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Well, I just realized I have one possible...

Well, I just realized I have one possible solution if I can't get this shifter working: I found some old DX shifters lying around that are absolutely identical in design. I must've taken these off my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-17-07, 04:58 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 616
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Shimano XT shifter question

Hi,
I'm repairing a friend's bike and can't tell if the shifter is okay or broken because...in 30 years of cycling I've never used this type of shifter. It's an XT rear shifter (see photo), and I'm...
Forum: Road Cycling
06-11-07, 10:35 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,305
Posted By datepalm3@earth

I'm not sure if your questions were for me, but...

I'm not sure if your questions were for me, but I'd started this post when I was considering the ES Smoothie and I did in fact end up buying one...so here are my responses:

Regarding the headset,...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-06-07, 09:00 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 526
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Ultegra 10-speed chain problems/suggestions?

Okay, I finished building my new bike yesterday (thanks for everyone's help) so I promise this is my last post for a while ;)

All went very well except for the CN-6600 chain...I wasn't used to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-05-07, 09:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,587
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Need help with steerer tube length!

I'm going to begin building a new bike this afternoon (after headset is pressed at LBS), and I'm really uncertain about where to begin with the steerer tube length. :(

The LBS will install...
Forum: Road Cycling
05-03-07, 10:50 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 328
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Pedal advice??

I'm getting back into road biking after many years away and am wondering if I would benefit from new/different pedals.

Currently, I have two identical older sets of Shimano mountain SPD pedals....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-07, 10:39 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 549
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Please help identify parts!

Hi,
I'm building up a new bike for the first time and just received all my parts today. As my other bikes are 15 and 22 years old, I could really use some help with a few of the new parts.

1. The...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-27-07, 09:22 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,314
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Thanks for everyone's help...and thanks zfeldman...

Thanks for everyone's help...and thanks zfeldman for your offer to send the instructions (I actually just picked up a can and it did have them included).

Anyhow, one other thought I had was to...
Forum: Framebuilders
04-24-07, 09:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,314
Posted By datepalm3@earth

How to apply Frame Saver?

I just got a new steel frame, and in the name of $10 insurance, I thought it would be a good idea to spray the inside with Frame Saver.

It sounds like this product starts off wet/runny, and then...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-21-07, 06:41 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 4,556
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Deda handlebar on a non-Deda stem? (31.7 vs. 31.8)

I'm interested in the Deda Newton handlebar, but it's listed as 31.7mm while most everything else on the planet (including my stem) is 31.8mm.

Is anyone out there running this setup with success?...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-14-07, 01:48 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 387
Posted By datepalm3@earth

How to get sized for home-built bike??

I'm going to order a frame and gruppo/build kit, but I'm curious...how does one figure out what size parts to get? Specifically, I'm referring to crank length, stem length, stem angle, handlebar...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-14-07, 01:32 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,326
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Any changes to Shimano Ultegra in 2007?

I'm planning to purchase a 10-speed Shimano Ultegra triple gruppo, and some places note that they only have the 2006 version.

As such, I was wondering if there were any updates/upgrades/changes...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-12-07, 11:11 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 467
Posted By datepalm3@earth

26 Inner on an Ultegra Triple??

Hi,
I'm considering an Ultegra Triple 10-speed setup for my new road bike (30/39/52) and was wondering if it would create any problems if I replaced the 30-tooth ring with a 26 (i.e., didn't know if...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-12-07, 10:19 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,305
Posted By datepalm3@earth

So...I got to a local shop today and while they...

So...I got to a local shop today and while they didn't have an ES Smoothie in stock built up, I test rode both a Double Cross and a Speedster.

The Double Cross was my correct size (58cm) and rode...
Forum: Touring
04-11-07, 08:10 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,558
Posted By datepalm3@earth

I appreciate everyone's help. It sounds like the...

I appreciate everyone's help. It sounds like the Open Pros are probably strong enough for what I'm looking for.

One side note: I spoke with the place yesterday where I plan on buying them, and I...
Forum: Touring
04-09-07, 09:11 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 9,558
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Mavic Open Pros good for touring?

I'm building up a new bike and need to select some wheels. I'm not racing (to say the least), but it would be nice to have reasonably decent performing wheels for 30-60 mile rides. And...I may end up...
Forum: Road Cycling
04-09-07, 07:48 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 4,305
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Soma ES Smoothie?

I'm getting back into road cycling and would appreciate any feedback on my bike choice.

I'm 40 and want something to go out on easy 30-60 mile rides (i.e., no racing), with the option of putting...
Forum: Framebuilders
03-31-07, 10:06 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 732
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Carbon fork quetion

Question: Is a carbon fork is strong enough for a commuter bike?

I'm looking to buy a new bike, and things need to be strong enough for urban commute and sometimes very heavy pannier with laptop,...
Forum: Commuting
12-14-06, 09:47 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,627
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Well, it was my post and I did in fact end up...

Well, it was my post and I did in fact end up buying the Aqua-No jacket, so I thought I should at least report my findings.

The first thing that drew me to this coat was that it felt cool and airy...
Forum: Commuting
10-27-06, 02:20 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 3,627
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Bellwether Aqua-No jacket??

Sorry to revisit the rain coat topic, but I wanted to find out if anyone had any actual experience with the Bellwether Aqua-No and if it's sufficiently waterproof and breatheable.

I've researched...
Forum: Commuting
10-19-06, 06:10 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,091
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Rain coat recommendation

I know there have been many posts about rain gear, but many are about older, discontinued items. I just wanted to see if anyone could advise or recommend on the following 4 coats...all claim to be...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-26-06, 11:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 598
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Safe to put a taller suspension fork on bike??

I have an old mountain bike and need to replace the suspension fork. It takes a 1" threaded fork, and the only one I've found is roughly 20mm longer than the original...so it would thus be lifting...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-26-06, 11:18 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 257
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Safe to put a taller suspension fork on bike??

I have an old mountain bike and need to replace the suspension fork. It takes a 1" threaded fork, and the only one I've found is roughly 20mm longer than the original...so it would thus be lifting...
Forum: Commuting
06-24-06, 02:55 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 559
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Fender recommendation from my old Stumpjumper???

Hi,
As I'm now primarily a commuter, I'm finding I really need a fender on the front of my bike to keep both myself and the drivetrain clean.

The problem? My bike is a bit old -- 1992 Stumpjumper...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-06, 11:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,740
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Thanks for your reply Eric. I do tend to have...

Thanks for your reply Eric. I do tend to have allergic reactions to various products, but in this case I'd be surprised: I wash all of my clothes in the same detergent (and yet the problem only...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-20-06, 12:18 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 5,740
Posted By datepalm3@earth

Pimples/ingrown hair from bike shorts??

Okay, not a pleasant topic but I'm going crazy here :(

I commute around 30 minutes each day to/from work and always wear a fresh pair of bike shorts each day. I don't believe the issue is saddle...
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