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Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-04-18, 12:02 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 868
Posted By davidallenxyz

Why are bearings so over-tightened out of the factory?

Just been going over a second-hand bike I bought for my son.

Now this was a cheap bike when it was new and it was a even cheaper bike when I bought it.

The bearings, in general, are very...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-13-18, 04:11 PM
Replies: 30
Views: 7,493
Posted By davidallenxyz

Numb fingers after ride - how long should they last?

So I took a too-long ride last week, went beyond my comfort levels on the bike and managed to hurt my right hand/arm.

The symptoms are consistent with some form of injury to my ulnar nerve (my...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-18, 03:13 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 754
Posted By davidallenxyz

Have done in the past. I like an IGH around...

Have done in the past.

I like an IGH around town. If you have a lot of steep hills, there isn't enough range in a three speed to make them easy.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
05-06-18, 03:11 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 5,249
Posted By davidallenxyz

+ one billion for this! This is what an...

+ one billion for this!

This is what an insurance policy is for. If you can't even consider the possibility of property being stolen, you shouldn't own it in the first place.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-02-18, 01:05 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 2,372
Posted By davidallenxyz

If you can only feel it under load I'll wager...

If you can only feel it under load I'll wager that it is the bottom bracket. Stripping down and relubricating should work (since most BBs are sealed, it is probably just a case of refreshing the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-18, 04:01 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,079
Posted By davidallenxyz

As long as the alternative clamp holds the lever...

As long as the alternative clamp holds the lever firmly in place, I can't see how it would have any effect on the braking. I've mixed and matched clamps in the past to get levers to fit on bars.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-29-18, 03:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 654
Posted By davidallenxyz

I think you should be aware that replacing the...

I think you should be aware that replacing the internally routed hydraulic cable will be a time consuming job that is very unlikely to solve the squeaky brakes.

If the brakes work well, then try...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-29-18, 03:43 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,600
Posted By davidallenxyz

That's quite an unusual way of marking the tyre...

That's quite an unusual way of marking the tyre size (with two decimal "widths"). Is there an ETRTO number on the tyres? For a modern 26" tyre you would expect it to be something like 50-559. The...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-16-18, 04:48 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 1,269
Posted By davidallenxyz

I think what you are describing is a tyre that...

I think what you are describing is a tyre that does not seat evenly around the whole rim - at the extreme, the inner tube can end up popping out from under the bead of the tyre.

Assuming you have...
Forum: Commuting
04-02-18, 03:11 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 5,088
Posted By davidallenxyz

Every time you put a load in your rear panniers...

Every time you put a load in your rear panniers you are changing the weight distribution and therefore changing the handling, frankly I wouldn't worry about offsetting the panniers an inch or so to...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-18, 06:52 AM
Replies: 13
Views: 8,386
Posted By davidallenxyz

I bought a part from a Taiwanese registered...

I bought a part from a Taiwanese registered seller in the past that was actually sent from China...

Don't make any assumptions about a sellers location being an indication of the source of the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
04-01-18, 06:44 AM
Replies: 25
Views: 2,759
Posted By davidallenxyz

Pretty sure all "Titanium" parts are actually an...

Pretty sure all "Titanium" parts are actually an alloy. 6Al4V is a common alloy, which is 90% titanium, 6% aluminium and 4% vanadium.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
03-24-18, 04:08 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,747
Posted By davidallenxyz

The majority of child seats I see are the Hamax...

The majority of child seats I see are the Hamax brand and most of them DO fit to the seat tube. I have no experience of the bracket they use, but I wouldn't be surprised if a non-round design caused...
Forum: Commuting
02-10-18, 02:16 AM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,858
Posted By davidallenxyz

Washers are there to spread the load. If you can...

Washers are there to spread the load. If you can see that fitting without the washer would result in too much dependency on a single point, then fit washers. No reason not to have washers in multiple...
Forum: Commuting
12-24-17, 07:46 AM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,451
Posted By davidallenxyz

Bit late now - but why not get a motorbike?

Bit late now - but why not get a motorbike?
Forum: Commuting
11-25-17, 01:26 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,395
Posted By davidallenxyz

The blog you link to is misquoting the signs. ...

The blog you link to is misquoting the signs.

Signs warning cyclists not to pass large vehicles on the inside are becoming quite common in the UK.

And a good thing too.

Many of the cycle...
Forum: Commuting
11-25-17, 05:23 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,151
Posted By davidallenxyz

So in the end I have gone with the roof-mounted...

So in the end I have gone with the roof-mounted solution with a Thule 591 rack (I have to say it is really quick and easy to use).

Because I use the rack at least once a week, I'm leaving it on...
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-12-17, 06:10 PM
Replies: 87
Views: 19,914
Posted By davidallenxyz

Seems like you've ended up spending quite a lot...

Seems like you've ended up spending quite a lot on your bike to get it ready for commuting, considering it comes set up for commuting already. I'm sure you've enjoyed all those preparations but I...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
11-11-17, 01:34 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 26,436
Posted By davidallenxyz

Absolutely - what bags are they?

Absolutely - what bags are they?
Forum: Hybrid Bicycles
11-11-17, 05:29 AM
Replies: 103
Views: 32,612
Posted By davidallenxyz

I have a 2015 Roam 2. Got it for a great...

I have a 2015 Roam 2.

Got it for a great price at the end of the season. Very happy with the spec and quality.

I'm not convinced by the suspension fork concept - 90% of my riding is on the...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-29-17, 07:03 PM
Replies: 55
Views: 5,322
Posted By davidallenxyz

How many lanes is multi lane? 2 lanes onto the...

How many lanes is multi lane? 2 lanes onto the roundabout?

That in itself is not an issue for me (many UK roundabouts are two lanes at the entrances and exits) - what is more concerning is the...
Forum: Commuting
10-29-17, 02:39 PM
Replies: 99
Views: 14,269
Posted By davidallenxyz

No flats on my commuting bike(s) for two years....

No flats on my commuting bike(s) for two years. Now on a run of four in three weeks. :(

EDIT: Now 5! Realised that the tyres are full of tiny (2-3mm) chunks of glass, and the tyre tread is...
Forum: Commuting
10-29-17, 02:35 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 1,800
Posted By davidallenxyz

I think you'll like the Buff - I wear it as a...

I think you'll like the Buff - I wear it as a crude balaclava to cover my chin and ears. The thin Buff is plenty for the mild UK winters. Add a hat and/or use a thicker buff for more insulation.
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-16-17, 02:17 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 2,070
Posted By davidallenxyz

Will "standard" roof-mounted bike racks fit "aero" bars

Sorry if this an extremely obvious question but I haven't found an answer online yet.

As far as I can see there are broadly two kinds of roof bars - traditional square steel bars, and profiled...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-10-17, 01:36 PM
Replies: 33
Views: 2,815
Posted By davidallenxyz

I would have no concerns about buying either....

I would have no concerns about buying either. Boardman is probably the better known brand in the UK, Cube is a bigger company worldwide, both have a reputation for offering good quality bikes at a...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
10-09-17, 12:18 PM
Replies: 147
Views: 18,615
Posted By davidallenxyz

I commuted on a motorbike (OK, scooter) for about...

I commuted on a motorbike (OK, scooter) for about a year before returning to pedal power a couple of months ago.

Could not imagine riding a motorbike without mirrors.

Took me a couple of days...
Forum: Commuting
09-21-17, 04:28 PM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,151
Posted By davidallenxyz

Thanks for the feedback so far. To clarify a...

Thanks for the feedback so far.

To clarify a few questions:

- My car is an Audi A2. Towbars are not available and boot mounted carriers are not possible due to the glass tailgate and rear...
Forum: Commuting
09-17-17, 10:31 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,151
Posted By davidallenxyz

Not an option with my car unfortunately.

Not an option with my car unfortunately.
Forum: Commuting
09-17-17, 10:11 AM
Replies: 21
Views: 2,151
Posted By davidallenxyz

Rigid bike on roof vs. folding bike in boot

At least once a week I am going to need to drive my children to school and then get in to work.

I want to do this cheaply and quickly - cycling from school is the obvious answer! Parking in the...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-19-17, 06:57 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 872
Posted By davidallenxyz

WD-40 contains oil. I wouldn't use it any where...

WD-40 contains oil. I wouldn't use it any where near braking surfaces.

Can't see any reason why the brakes wouldn't work after topping up the oil and bleeding again, maybe the part of the hose...
Forum: General Cycling Discussion
08-19-17, 06:52 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,217
Posted By davidallenxyz

Probably nothing. It sounds like the Trek...

Probably nothing.

It sounds like the Trek has all you need - it is comfortable and you prefer the rapid-fire shifters.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-17, 02:53 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 6,768
Posted By davidallenxyz

This. I'll wager you are using "race" tyres...

This.

I'll wager you are using "race" tyres on a bike that is used daily on cr*ppy roads.

Get the fattest tyres you can find on there and I think the problems will go away.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-16-17, 02:49 PM
Replies: 41
Views: 6,323
Posted By davidallenxyz

IKEA sell a belt drive bike and it is £400 in the...

IKEA sell a belt drive bike and it is £400 in the UK. I doubt they sell many in the UK market because it is an unconventional design to British eyes (coaster brakes for example). Perhaps an easier...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-13-17, 01:51 PM
Replies: 20
Views: 4,436
Posted By davidallenxyz

Yes, you got 6,000km out of a tyre and now you...

Yes, you got 6,000km out of a tyre and now you need a new one.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
08-12-17, 06:52 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 3,330
Posted By davidallenxyz

I'm afraid I don't know those brakes, you might...

I'm afraid I don't know those brakes, you might find that there is a screw fitting up around the pivot area that allows you to adjust the reach to the brakes.

Regarding the bullhorns, it looks...
Forum: Commuting
08-11-17, 12:54 PM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,304
Posted By davidallenxyz

Thanks for all the feedback so far. I was...

Thanks for all the feedback so far.

I was passing a bike shop today and had a look at what they had in stock. They actually had one of the Blackburn frame bags and although there is a lot of neat...
Forum: Commuting
08-09-17, 06:23 AM
Replies: 27
Views: 5,304
Posted By davidallenxyz

Within reach commuting bag options

As much as I love my panniers and rack, they are a pain when I just want to grab my wallet or phone (I don't like to have too much in my pockets when I ride).

What do people like to use as a...
Forum: Commuting
06-20-15, 06:50 AM
Replies: 79
Views: 5,347
Posted By davidallenxyz

Worst thing for me is seeing other cyclists...

Worst thing for me is seeing other cyclists riding like idiots and getting into conflicts with motorists. Ruins my enjoyment of the ride. Nobody gains, it feeds anti-cyclist sentiment, and it just...
Forum: Commuting
06-15-15, 12:26 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 6,777
Posted By davidallenxyz

You aren't limited to cycle shorts - you can wear...

You aren't limited to cycle shorts - you can wear tights if you want to keep your legs covered. I have bib tights that I would happily wear every day if it wasn't for the queues in the changing rooms...
Forum: Commuting
06-13-15, 01:32 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,010
Posted By davidallenxyz

Looking for some WIDE commuter pedals

Any suggestions? I am a UK 13 shoe and the outside edge of my foot rolls over the side of all the pedals I have to hand.

Which pedals will support the full width of the ball of my foot? My shoes...
Forum: Commuting
06-12-15, 01:25 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,209
Posted By davidallenxyz

It's fair to say I'm still developing my position...

It's fair to say I'm still developing my position on the bikes, it took buying another bike to make me realise the position I liked as a teenager didn't suit me any more. I'm getting more upright as...
Forum: Commuting
06-10-15, 01:55 PM
Replies: 116
Views: 30,212
Posted By davidallenxyz

I've never understood the cult of drop bars. I...

I've never understood the cult of drop bars. I think the main reason is I grew up with BMX and MTB bars so never got conditioned to drop bars. I (almost) never use the drops and (almost) never find...
Forum: Commuting
06-10-15, 01:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 1,209
Posted By davidallenxyz

Ergonomic benefits of commuting on several bikes?

I happen to have ended up with two bikes upon which to commute. The second bought by accident but well loved nonetheless.

What I have found is that if I ride the same bike for more than about...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
06-04-15, 02:48 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,535
Posted By davidallenxyz

V Brake quick release

I was under the impression that the V-brake quick release nipple would be of such a size that you could get a good brake feel and still disconnect the brakes without any further adjustment.

On my...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-15, 03:27 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,746
Posted By davidallenxyz

Thanks for all the suggestions. Welding is way...

Thanks for all the suggestions. Welding is way beyond my capabilities, and my hacksaw couldn't make a mark on the hardened steel of the cup.

Fortunately the freshly-charged Dremel with the small...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-11-15, 11:35 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,746
Posted By davidallenxyz

Sheared bottom bracket

Sadly I have succeeded in shearing the fixed cup on my old commuter MTB's bottom bracket.

I was really hoping that when I opened it up I would see that the whole thing had smashed to pieces. Sadly...
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