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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-15-24, 03:02 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 412
Posted By utoner34

I use cassette

I use cassette
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-08-24, 12:37 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 412
Posted By utoner34

Tiagra 11-34 , 50-34 Yes, I do ease...

Tiagra
11-34 , 50-34

Yes, I do ease shifts, but its not always milk and butter when you are training hard.




Didnt quite get what should I check about cogs? They are clean.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-06-24, 08:12 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 412
Posted By utoner34

Loud chain ping noise immediately or later after changing gear

Ok, sometimes very randomly, I get load chain "snap" noise (dont know how to better describe this, like the chain snaps into its place finally) after (I think rear) gear change.

It may happen few...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-12-24, 08:09 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 244
Posted By utoner34

Sealed bearings play. Can hub be damaged?

If you have a hub (rear or front) with sealed bearings and they develop small play over time (you can feel the wheel when tightened with thru-axle still has lateral play),

do you risk of damaging...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-04-24, 04:49 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 14,827
Posted By utoner34

What about limit screws?

What about limit screws?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-03-24, 04:22 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 14,827
Posted By utoner34

In any case, I will have to re-index he rear...

In any case, I will have to re-index he rear gears after adding spacer?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-03-24, 03:54 AM
Replies: 36
Views: 14,827
Posted By utoner34

Obviously its better to have matching components...

Obviously its better to have matching components but if you end up with spare wheel with speed incompatilbity you have to use spacers.

Does having spacers make this system more prone to some...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 02:41 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 14,827
Posted By utoner34

I am asking because they look differently: (1mm...

I am asking because they look differently: (1mm spacer does not have teeth)
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
02-29-24, 02:33 PM
Replies: 36
Views: 14,827
Posted By utoner34

Sorry to bring this old thread back but I have...

Sorry to bring this old thread back but I have related question.

Want to use 10 speed road cassette on 11 speed Shimano road freehub.

If I need both spacers (1+1.85mm) in which order they go on...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-05-23, 06:18 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 487
Posted By utoner34

Rear hub sealed bearings

I would like to know more about sealed bearings in the hub.

1.
I removed the axle and this is what I have:

both bearings spin easily but one is smooth on disk brake side and you can feel...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-11-23, 03:27 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 637
Posted By utoner34

Road cassette on mtb hub

I am trying go find rear hub with 142x12 thru axle, 36 hole, 6 bolt disk to make a strong rear wheel for bikepacking, but it seems availability of such hubs is limited?

For example, can you put...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-10-23, 03:14 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,051
Posted By utoner34

Does this mean if you use 14 mm nipples (instead...

Does this mean if you use 14 mm nipples (instead of 12 mm) you can use shorter spokes or not?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-29-23, 06:11 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,051
Posted By utoner34

Why nipple length does not change spoke size?

Why nipple length does not change spoke size?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-20-23, 08:22 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 440
Posted By utoner34

Someone moved my bike and it fell. ...

Someone moved my bike and it fell.




Thats definitely not cheap, complete shifter costs:

https://www.bike24.com/p2658336.html
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-19-23, 03:43 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 440
Posted By utoner34

Shimano Tiagra ST 4700 shifter broken

Due to big misfortune (I dont want to talk about it) , my rear shifter is now broken:

https://imgur.com/a/R0WVlso

The plastic that holds shifter handle has almost detached, number 7 on the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-14-23, 06:44 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,051
Posted By utoner34

I see 3x : https://imgur.com/a/dW5bxO8 sorry...

I see 3x : https://imgur.com/a/dW5bxO8

sorry for not having better pictures, but I am on the road currently.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-23, 01:35 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,051
Posted By utoner34

This is my bike. This is 3x if I am not mistaken?...

This is my bike. This is 3x if I am not mistaken?

https://archiv.cube.eu/_next/image?url=%2Fmedia%2F2021%2F480100%2F480100_light.jpg&w=2048&q=100

https://archiv.cube.eu/en/2021/480100
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-09-23, 01:33 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,051
Posted By utoner34

This is with 12 or 14 mm nipples?

This is with 12 or 14 mm nipples?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-08-23, 06:43 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 1,051
Posted By utoner34

Which Spoke length for new wheel

I need some help selecting correct spoke lenght for the new wheel.

I have this rim: 700c : https://www.dtswiss.com/en/components/rims-road/gravel/g-540

and this hub: 28H 12x100 TA : D791SB |...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-27-23, 07:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 656
Posted By utoner34

I found it, its really easy and quite a clever...

I found it, its really easy and quite a clever system . Still works after years of abuse.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-25-23, 03:06 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 656
Posted By utoner34

Have you got video of this? What is underside?

Have you got video of this? What is underside?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-23-23, 04:24 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 656
Posted By utoner34

Sks longboard 45 mudguards remove mudflap

As title says, I want to remove rubber midflaps on these fenders. I am not sure this is possible. I cannot figure out what kind of attachment they use. All I know I have them 5 years probably and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-27-23, 04:35 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 438
Posted By utoner34

It hasnt yet worn out, but I was just getting...

It hasnt yet worn out, but I was just getting info.

I see that 52 chainring is more available in the stores while 50 is often sod out, thats why I was thinking could I go with 52 next.

After...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-26-23, 06:51 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 438
Posted By utoner34

Tiagra 4700 crank 50-34 vs 52-36 compatiblity

I currently have 50-34 on my gravel bike. Soon it will be time to replace chainrings.

I want to leave 34 at the bottom (because I climb a lot), but can I put 52 chainring on the top (for more top...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-23-23, 01:37 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 333
Posted By utoner34

Tiagra vs Sora brake lever feel

I own Tiagra 4700 on one bike, Sora R3000 on another with cable actuated brakes (TRP Spyre).

Recently I have put YOKOZUNA Reaction Brake Kit (houring and cables which are great) on both bikes .
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-15-23, 02:53 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,462
Posted By utoner34

If you mean brake pad spring, not using pads and...

If you mean brake pad spring, not using pads and spring for testing, only the caliper. As shown in the pictures above, caliper pistons are simply not paraler. I even disassembled one to see if I can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-08-23, 04:28 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 3,462
Posted By utoner34

Some updates. I have emailed sypre and they...

Some updates. I have emailed sypre and they agreed to send me one caliper for free (which was a nice gesture form them ), but when it arrived it had the same alignment issues as my 2 other calipers...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-23, 12:22 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 576
Posted By utoner34

They do, but since I climb a lot (forgot to...

They do, but since I climb a lot (forgot to mention) and I descent a lot, so better brakes are always on my mind.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-23, 03:35 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 576
Posted By utoner34

I agree, but main advantage of (good) hydraulics...

I agree, but main advantage of (good) hydraulics is that you can brake with one finger, thus having completly different grip on the handlebars. And in rare circimstances, if you really need to stop...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-04-23, 03:33 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 576
Posted By utoner34

Yes, the intention was to convert to hydraulic...

Yes, the intention was to convert to hydraulic brakes.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-03-23, 11:58 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 576
Posted By utoner34

Tiagra ST-4720 + BR-4770 STI

I have Shimano Tiagra ST-4700 shifters on my bike: https://99spokes.com/en-EU/bikes/cube/2021/nuroad-pro

I am wondering could I upgrade to Tiagra ST-4720 + BR-4770 STI (front and rear)? ...
Forum: Cyclocross and Gravelbiking (Recreational)
04-18-23, 02:36 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,788
Posted By utoner34

I am used to compact cranks (46-30 or 50-34) and...

I am used to compact cranks (46-30 or 50-34) and 11-34 at the back. I climb a lot and this gearing is good for me.

How would gear range on Nicasio+ compare to gearing above? How similar would I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-23, 01:45 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 968
Posted By utoner34

What if you cant get a spare hanger for some...

What if you cant get a spare hanger for some bike, you are screwed?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-30-23, 04:04 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 968
Posted By utoner34

Yes, I understand now, hanger is part of the...

Yes, I understand now, hanger is part of the frame on this bicycle. You learn something new every day.

Still, I would rather have replacable hanger than this design. If it gets bent you can...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-29-23, 10:50 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 968
Posted By utoner34

Nothing is going on. I am aware that the hanger...

Nothing is going on. I am aware that the hanger is a separate piece in the system. I thought its this part on the picture, but by looking at the diagram again, it seems this is just part of cage and...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
03-28-23, 06:21 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 968
Posted By utoner34

Shimano Deore M592 derailleur hanger

I have Shimano Deore M592, long cage on my bike (Radar Breezer Expert 2021). I am wondering is there a derailleur hanger spare for this part? Looking at the Shimano pdf it looks like this is all just...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-20-22, 05:29 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,308
Posted By utoner34

What if you tighten qr too much? Can you...

What if you tighten qr too much?

Can you damage the axle or frame?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-09-22, 10:29 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,308
Posted By utoner34

Not sure really (I am no expert), I think its...

Not sure really (I am no expert), I think its steel.



No impact at all. Only road ride.



I was reading topics about bent skewers, so this was mentioned, as possibly affecting screwer is...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-22, 11:23 AM
Replies: 73
Views: 3,308
Posted By utoner34

Bent quick release skewer

I have this bike, rode it even less than a month: https://breezerbikes.eu/products/radar-expert

Recently I went to check the wheels (not the first time since I got the bike, I have already taken...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
12-04-22, 11:12 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,817
Posted By utoner34

Hard to say now, the sound was only present...

Hard to say now, the sound was only present immediatelly after the ride, not more the day after.

Next time I will check immediately.

I though it could be that the sand also gets in the axle? (I...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
11-30-22, 02:39 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,817
Posted By utoner34

Hub bearings and rain

I have one wheel with a standard hub with cone bearings (that came with my Cube Nuroad bike), in good shape (in a sense it doesnt have play), and I open the hub ocasionally, clean everything and...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-26-22, 06:23 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 492
Posted By utoner34

P Zero Race 4S is only up to 28mm, but I want 32...

P Zero Race 4S is only up to 28mm, but I want 32 (that quite a big difference).
Forum: Road Cycling
11-25-22, 10:17 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 492
Posted By utoner34

https://road.cc/content/review/pirelli-p-zero-race...

https://road.cc/content/review/pirelli-p-zero-race-4s-tyre-293107

As for P 7 sport, I guess its a cheaper compound, thus the price, probably something in the range of Continental Grand Sport Race...
Forum: Road Cycling
11-23-22, 04:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 492
Posted By utoner34

Pirelli P7 Sport tyre

Amnybody used these tires? They seem to be quite cheap. I wonder how they perform in winter and what is the actual width on the rim compared to Continental GP series?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-26-22, 01:21 PM
Replies: 23
Views: 695
Posted By utoner34

I meant if you are on tour and you need to change...

I meant if you are on tour and you need to change broken spoke or similar.

Why is everybody mentioning to use brakes for truing. Its not like everybody uses rim brakes these days.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
09-25-22, 05:01 AM
Replies: 23
Views: 695
Posted By utoner34

Truing wheel on the road ideas

I am looking for possible ideas how can you fix the wheel when you are "out there".

You could do lateral with zip tie tied around one fork leg, although I still dont know how would you guess the...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-22-22, 08:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 849
Posted By utoner34

Yes, exactly that. Its rubbing just enough...

Yes, exactly that.

Its rubbing just enough to make annoying noises. Sometimes more sometimes less. Sometimes it bothers me, sometimes not, more does than not :D

I haven't tried floating rotors...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-20-22, 04:02 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 849
Posted By utoner34

Well, enough to rub on one or both sides if the...

Well, enough to rub on one or both sides if the calipers are tight enough. I mean if the gap between brake pad and rotor is 1mm, and the rotor warps 1 mm to side, it will rub.

I only find my...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-19-22, 09:16 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 849
Posted By utoner34

How long do your brake rotors last?

For me I noticed over time they get pretty warped, which happens sooner than they wear out from braking and because too thin (so they are ready for replacement).

I know I can try to straighten...
Forum: Road Cycling
09-05-22, 04:22 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 5,875
Posted By utoner34

I am too lazy to measure that now, but I didnt...

I am too lazy to measure that now, but I didnt though rim width could affect tire width.

I still think gp 5000 are narrower when I look them in my hands side to side regardless of the rim.
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