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Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-03-20, 07:13 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,620
Posted By Dilldog

The issue I have is the tires have a very broad...

The issue I have is the tires have a very broad flat patch in the center and not much for shoulder lugs. This makes me feel unstable. It may be more mental than anything ( I am not a super...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
02-02-20, 02:14 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,620
Posted By Dilldog

Hoping for some tire advice

Sorry title should say "tire" rather than "time", cant seem to correct that, anyway...
I have a Giant Escape 3 and I'm just looking to expand its capabilities a touch. There are tons of dirt or...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-06-19, 01:38 AM
Replies: 43
Views: 4,382
Posted By Dilldog

Being a bicyclist, motorcyclist, pulling...

Being a bicyclist, motorcyclist, pulling trailers, and having driven heavy duty trucks gives me perspective from many different views. The experience that changed my driving habits the most was with...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-13-19, 10:34 PM
Replies: 82
Views: 13,433
Posted By Dilldog

I love my Brooks saddle. I have a sprung pre worn...

I love my Brooks saddle. I have a sprung pre worn flyer, I forget the model number. It is amazingly comfortable and also lets not forget about the aesthetics. I love the little touch of old world...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-02-19, 08:17 PM
Replies: 51
Views: 9,799
Posted By Dilldog

Ask if any of your friends have access to a sand...

Ask if any of your friends have access to a sand blasting cabinet. At the shop I work at the bosses don't have a problem with me using the blaster on my off time for restoring old bicycles. Then find...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-19, 02:37 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,145
Posted By Dilldog

When ever I have herd metal grinding I have...

When ever I have herd metal grinding I have stoped, pulled the pad and dug out the metal pieces. I was just hoping for some input on how to prevent it. Thanks for the advice and I'll try the softer...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-19, 04:30 AM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,145
Posted By Dilldog

Interesting wheel issue...

Alright so on my SE I have now had two instances of metal from the rim coming loose, getting lodged in the brake pads and causing some scoring on the rim. I am thinking Ill just take the wheel and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-19, 02:58 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,876
Posted By Dilldog

After reading some of that history I was...

After reading some of that history I was surprised to see that Sturmey Archer was involved in motorcycling. Though I suppose I shouldnt be surprised as in the dawn of motorcycles, the two were very...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-19, 11:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,876
Posted By Dilldog

No the hub is working just fine. But being a...

No the hub is working just fine. But being a mechanic I have the skill and tools to tear it down, and I vastly prefer doing preventative maintenance as opposed to waiting until there is a problem....
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-19, 03:26 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,876
Posted By Dilldog

Wow, thanks. The info you all gave me is more...

Wow, thanks. The info you all gave me is more than I had hoped for honestly.
Now back to the hub, so I just went off of what I saw quickly glancing at the bike, the shifter is where I got classic...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-19, 12:56 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 4,876
Posted By Dilldog

Sturmey Archer 3 speed hub help.

Alright, the bike I just grabbed for my wife has a 3 speed hub on it. Its labeled as a Strumey Archer Classic 30. Im wondering about any need for maintenance on this hub, particularly lubrication...
Forum: Introductions
04-15-19, 12:31 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 366
Posted By Dilldog

New guy in Spokane, WA

Hey everyone, name is Dillon and Im in Spokane Washington. I have been a more serious cyclist for 10years. I say more serious because who didnt ride bikes as a kid, but im no where near as serious as...
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