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Forum: Folding Bikes
12-11-16, 04:56 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,675
Posted By jp_nyc

I'm pretty sure I need 3/32 chain for the...

I'm pretty sure I need 3/32 chain for the Brompton. Problem is I can't find the width for SRAM PC-971 chain anywhere.
Forum: Folding Bikes
12-11-16, 02:42 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 5,675
Posted By jp_nyc

Is 9sp chain compatible with 3sp drivetrain on Brompton?

Question in subject line. Thanks! JP
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-15-14, 05:08 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,359
Posted By jp_nyc

I think I figured it out. The fender bracket goes...

I think I figured it out. The fender bracket goes in front of the brake hole not in back. I'll try it out tonight.
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-15-14, 04:41 PM
Replies: 11
Views: 3,359
Posted By jp_nyc

Question about installing front fender on Dahon Mu Uno with brake

I purchased a set of SKS mini 20s for my Mu Uno. Rear fender went on fine but I can't seem to find a way to bolt the front fender on without taking the brake caliper. Am I missing something? Or is...
Forum: Folding Bikes
06-03-14, 06:18 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 2,752
Posted By jp_nyc

Adding front hand brake to Dahon MU Uno?

I'm considering buying a Dahon Mu Uno. I've never ridden a bike with coaster brakes but that doesn't bother me. Just wondering if it's possible to add a front rim brake easily if needed?
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-14, 07:00 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,851
Posted By jp_nyc

Absolutely.

Absolutely.
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-28-14, 05:29 AM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,851
Posted By jp_nyc

I've been riding a Brompton for the last five...

I've been riding a Brompton for the last five years and it's been a solid all-weather commuter. A few years ago I helped a friend pick out a Dahon D7 and a few months later that model was recalled...
Forum: Folding Bikes
05-27-14, 08:05 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 4,851
Posted By jp_nyc

Origin8 F7 Frame Failure

Tonight my friend is lucky to be alive. We bought an Origin8 F7 (against my better judgment) last year as a fair-weather commuting bike for him. It was ridden gently on city roads during the Spring...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-18-07, 07:21 AM
Replies: 9
Views: 946
Posted By jp_nyc

Spoke wrench, truing stand and dishing tool. You...

Spoke wrench, truing stand and dishing tool. You don't need a tensiometer if you're just truing.
Forum: Road Cycling
05-05-07, 08:37 PM
Replies: 48
Views: 7,917
Posted By jp_nyc

You're going to have to fiddle with it. The first...

You're going to have to fiddle with it. The first week I felt like I was sitting on a big diaper and kept sliding forward. The cutout isn't really doing anything for me. I have about 200 miles on...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-20-07, 09:46 PM
Replies: 139
Views: 8,528
Posted By jp_nyc

He was that way when I talked with him on the...

He was that way when I talked with him on the phone a while back. Not a particularly pleasant experience, but maybe I caught him on an off day.



What he told me about the narrower saddles was...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-07, 09:29 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,978
Posted By jp_nyc

Mine work great with DA. It's a double though,...

Mine work great with DA. It's a double though, don't know about triple, but it shouldn't be a problem.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
04-17-07, 09:16 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,978
Posted By jp_nyc

The R440 shifters should work fine with your...

The R440 shifters should work fine with your Tiagra FD.

http://aebike.com/page.cfm?action=details&PageID=30&SKU=LD4400

Get a set of brake levers, cables, and you're set.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
04-08-07, 10:08 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 496
Posted By jp_nyc

replacing bearings in IRO hubs

I'm going to be replacing the cartridge bearings in my IRO hubs with Phil Woods. Not sure what size or model I need, I'm thinking the 6001?
...
Forum: Commuting
03-04-07, 10:32 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,060
Posted By jp_nyc

Marmot Shell Gloves. They're waterproof too. I...

Marmot Shell Gloves. They're waterproof too. I don't think Marmot makes these anymore, unfortunately.

Alpineer.com still has some.

http://www.alpineer.com/istar.asp?a=6&id=1631!mar03
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
02-23-07, 11:23 PM
Replies: 46
Views: 2,324
Posted By jp_nyc

To my knowledge, Kerry rides a Serotta Ottrott,...

To my knowledge, Kerry rides a Serotta Ottrott, not a 7.
Forum: Road Cycling
02-01-07, 11:43 AM
Replies: 76
Views: 4,047
Posted By jp_nyc

+1 I build my own wheels, so I've only...

+1

I build my own wheels, so I've only ordered parts from Greg. Shipping might take a little while, he orders hubs and rims from the manufacturers, so he's tied in to their schedule and parts...
Forum: Commuting
12-02-06, 12:39 PM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,117
Posted By jp_nyc

"Wrongful lane change." It would be funny if it...

"Wrongful lane change." It would be funny if it weren't so tragic.
Forum: Commuting
12-02-06, 11:50 AM
Replies: 71
Views: 3,117
Posted By jp_nyc

NYC cyclist killed on West side bike path !!

Yet another senseless tragedy.

http://www.ny1.com/ny1/content/index.jsp?stid=1&aid=64753

http://www.gothamist.com/archives/2006/12/02/drunk_driver_ki.php


Makes me sick.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-02-06, 10:40 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 466
Posted By jp_nyc

Thanks to those with helpful inputs. Cog's on and...

Thanks to those with helpful inputs. Cog's on and ready to roll. :D
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-02-06, 09:27 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 466
Posted By jp_nyc

One more q: do I need to grease the threads on...

One more q: do I need to grease the threads on the cog?
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-02-06, 09:23 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 466
Posted By jp_nyc

Got it, thanks!

Got it, thanks!
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
11-02-06, 08:57 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 466
Posted By jp_nyc

Quick basic question

Is the lockring left-hand threaded? Do you turn clockwise to loosen it?

It's really tight on, any tips on how to loosen without losing skin on my fingers?

I could also use some tips on how to...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-06, 06:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 744
Posted By jp_nyc

http://www.loosescrews.com/index.cgi ...

http://www.loosescrews.com/index.cgi

http://www.biketoolsetc.com/index.cgi
...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-06, 10:11 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,405
Posted By jp_nyc

Thanks. I thought mountain chains might be...

Thanks. I thought mountain chains might be beefier, the way certain 1/8" BMX and track chains are supposedly stronger than 3/32" chains... But that's another debate.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-28-06, 08:55 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,405
Posted By jp_nyc

SRAM Mountain vs Road chains

I have a SRAM PC-99 chain, which is a mountain chain, I think. Before I install it on my road bike, can anyone tell me if there is any significant difference between that and a comparable...
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-02-06, 02:40 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 448
Posted By jp_nyc

Great, thanks!

Great, thanks!
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
10-02-06, 01:14 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 448
Posted By jp_nyc

Bearing sizes

Can someone tell me what bearing sizes I need for:

Ultegra BB-6500 octalink
Ultegra 8-speed hubs, front and rear

Or a link where I can find that info.

Thanks!
Forum: Road Cycling
09-08-06, 08:54 PM
Replies: 106
Views: 11,618
Posted By jp_nyc

I'm 5'4", weigh 105 lbs, don't lift weights and I...

I'm 5'4", weigh 105 lbs, don't lift weights and I can pump my tires to 120 no problem. Either you have a problem with your pump, or your wife will find what works for her (i.e. using her body weight).
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-03-06, 02:08 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 618
Posted By jp_nyc

Did you email or call? I've always called and had...

Did you email or call? I've always called and had someone take care of me right away.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
07-03-06, 01:52 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 618
Posted By jp_nyc

Contact Crank Bros, their customer service is...

Contact Crank Bros, their customer service is great.
Forum: Commuting
06-30-06, 06:51 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 494
Posted By jp_nyc

You could try to help them find a home, or steer...

You could try to help them find a home, or steer them toward someone who can. :)
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-26-06, 04:48 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 372
Posted By jp_nyc

+1 Thanks for clarifying that. I'm not...

+1

Thanks for clarifying that.

I'm not looking to install a headset, just adjusting the cones, or whatever they're called.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-26-06, 04:09 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 372
Posted By jp_nyc

BB & HS tools

I'm getting parts to install on my frame, and I'll need tools to install them.

Sugino 75 BB: Park HCW-5 lockring spanner? I have a Hozan C-205... will that work as well?
1" threaded headset:...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-18-06, 03:03 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 426
Posted By jp_nyc

I missed that option on the website. Never mind...

I missed that option on the website. Never mind...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-18-06, 02:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 426
Posted By jp_nyc

Flip/flop hub Q

Is it possible to convert the "free" side of a flip-flop hub to "fixed"? I'd really like to get a set of IRO hubs, but I need a fixed/fixed hub.

Thanks.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-06, 09:36 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 386
Posted By jp_nyc

Thanks, I'm measuring standard geometry frames.

Thanks, I'm measuring standard geometry frames.
Forum: Road Cycling
06-12-06, 08:39 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 386
Posted By jp_nyc

Standover height

How is that typically measured? To the center of the top tube or the top?

Thanks.
Forum: Commuting
06-06-06, 09:18 AM
Replies: 35
Views: 2,193
Posted By jp_nyc

Something's not clear. Crosswalks are for...

Something's not clear. Crosswalks are for pedestrians crossing the road in both directions. If you were on the crosswalk, you shouldn't be at fault.
It seems the lesson here is not so much to not...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
06-04-06, 05:42 AM
Replies: 31
Views: 6,476
Posted By jp_nyc

OK, I seem to be the only one here without a...

OK, I seem to be the only one here without a clue... can someone tell me what ACL is?
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-27-06, 03:00 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 750
Posted By jp_nyc

http://www.qbike.com/cgi-bin/bike.cgi?ord=p&s=0&q=...

http://www.qbike.com/cgi-bin/bike.cgi?ord=p&s=0&q=313505&st=sram+69+chain&auct=on
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-06, 05:15 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,714
Posted By jp_nyc

http://www.velonews.com/tech/report/articles/9723....

http://www.velonews.com/tech/report/articles/9723.0.html
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-06, 04:57 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,714
Posted By jp_nyc

Yep, the 10sp.

Yep, the 10sp.
Forum: Bicycle Mechanics
05-17-06, 02:08 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 1,714
Posted By jp_nyc

and use rubber gloves for better grip in the...

and use rubber gloves for better grip in the "snapping" motion. Make sure you push the plates towards each other as you slide them.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-13-06, 08:42 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 7,895
Posted By jp_nyc

Yeah, I went to the shop to debur the inside of...

Yeah, I went to the shop to debur the inside of the tube with a cool-looking deburring tool. It was worth going there just to get a chance to use that thing.

Bike's built up, that new fork rides...
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-13-06, 10:22 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 7,895
Posted By jp_nyc

Anybody have trouble fitting the seatpost into...

Anybody have trouble fitting the seatpost into the seat tube? My seat tube has a layer of paint inside and looks like the post won't fit unless I force it in and damage the paint.

JP
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-11-06, 09:50 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 7,895
Posted By jp_nyc

Very nice! Thanks for pics, Yoshi. I wonder what...

Very nice! Thanks for pics, Yoshi. I wonder what Luke did with my frame... ;)
Forum: Commuting
05-11-06, 03:30 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 607
Posted By jp_nyc

It's a bike shop, not a comedy club.

It's a bike shop, not a comedy club.
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-09-06, 02:18 PM
Replies: 178
Views: 7,895
Posted By jp_nyc

Is that Action Powder Coat in Farmingdale? I sent...

Is that Action Powder Coat in Farmingdale? I sent you a PM but don't know if you received it or what. If it's closer to home, could you give me their contact number?

Thanks.
JP
Forum: Singlespeed & Fixed Gear
05-02-06, 07:28 AM
Replies: 178
Views: 7,895
Posted By jp_nyc

ok, will do.

ok, will do.
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